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Wonderful imagination! Glitches apparently fixed.

Revisado: 11-12-14

What made the experience of listening to The Nameless Dwarf: The Complete Chronicles the most enjoyable?

Seeing that one of the reviewers found some repeats and glitches in the last part of Nameless, I waited to listen to it, hoping the producers would see the review and correct the issues.  I'm delighted to say that I was right and that the wait was absolutely worth it.  I downloaded it again from my library and found no issues at all.   More importantly, I loved the book. Prior has a wonderful imagination and created a fascinating universe with full-bodied main characters and inventive bad guys. The plot and action sequences kept me fully involved throughout.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Has to be Nameless. Clawing back from his past sins, he makes both a physical and a psychological journey in pursuit of redemption. He's earthy, funny and powerful.

Which scene was your favorite?

The last few scenes were especially good, battling with the arch villain.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Go see it! This story and the characters would make a great movie.

Any additional comments?

I'm looking foward to Prior's other books with these characters.

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Inspiring Story for Current, Future Opera Lovers

Revisado: 08-29-14

If you could sum up Tempesta's Dream in three words, what would they be?

Giovanni Tempesta's impossible dream provides the strong and captivating force for his heart warming and inspiring journey through the world of international opera. I found myself really routing for him and urging him through all the obstacles thrown in his way. The author clearly adores Italian opera and has immersed himself in the history and lore of it. I have a fairly deep knowledge myself, but still learned from him. Thank you!

What other book might you compare Tempesta's Dream to and why?

This book is akin to the bildungsroman literature, in which young protagonists go through a series of tribulations to emerge as strong young men. Of course, there is a wonderfully human love story along the way.

Which scene was your favorite?

The scenes with his teacher, Alfredo, tug emotionally, but you can't beat the ending! Bob Neufeld, the narrator, moved effectively between vivid story telling and distinct character voices, His Italian pronunciation was spot on.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

In the Prologue, Bob Neufeld's sensitive and emotional reading of Giovanni's father telling the young Giovanni a favorite opera story at bedtime captured me and pulled me in. He kept me there throughout the book.

Any additional comments?

The uplifting story, vivid characters and the excellent narration make this a highly recommended listen for anyone who already loves the arts, especially opera. For those who want to expand their opera awareness while enjoying a story of love and conquering the world, you can't do any better than this.

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