Bill Norris

Great Rose Finale?

Revisado: 02-12-15

Would you consider the audio edition of Blood & Roses to be better than the print version?

Couldn't have the audio edition without the print version to perform, and I tried to read and listen together. With this method, I must admit that I often got so engrossed in the audio that I sometimes forgot to read when there was an action scene being vividly performed with different voices.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

I kept waiting for Bella to be a mini-mom, but she didn't come close until after a string of amateur mistakes.

Which character – as performed by Mark Deakins – was your favorite?

His performance of King impressed me because I've met guys like King and Deakins' voice was right on the mark.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When Bella vomits in the staircase, the moment was not emotional, but it moved me to think, "That's what really happens".

Any additional comments?

Mark Deakins' performance was awesome and he couldn't have done it without Mark Dawson's awesome novels to perform. For me, the entire Beatrix Rose series was five stars. I hope it's not just my gut feeling that Bella might blossom into the same kind of Rose her mom was.

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I'm hooked!

Revisado: 02-10-15

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Recommend a read/listen of "In Cold Blood" first and get a more thorough insight into the series. The background is in this book, so not necessary, but I'm glad I read/listened to In Cold Blood first

What did you like best about this story?

I thought Beatrix was in a tight spot with no feasible escape without some farfetched action by which she overcomes insurmountable odds and, once again, the author comes up with a highly plausible scenario to even the chance for escape.

Which character – as performed by Mark Deakins – was your favorite?

I liked Mark performing as the villain, Number 10, when I listened to In Cold Blood. This time as one of the good guys, the new Control, Pope, was my favorite.

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

Iraq - all about oil - a thrilling aside

Any additional comments?

I listened to the first of the series; bought the series and read/listened to the second now I will read/listen to the third. Yes, I'm hooked on Beatrix Rose.

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Climbs to a clamorous climax!Recommended

Revisado: 02-08-15

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I'd recommend this audio version to all, who like international action thrillers - especially for lovers of the genre who may not have tried audio books before.

What was one of the most memorable moments of In Cold Blood?

The final escape sequence was a pleasant surprise. I thought it would be far-fetched.

Which character – as performed by Mark Deakins – was your favorite?

Mark Deakins' voice for Number 10 was performed perfectly for my ear.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

During the raid, my muscles tensed occasionally and my heart rate rose a tiny bit.

Any additional comments?

To me a good audiobook needs a good story and a the right reader. Mark Dawson and Mark Deakins are a good fit in more ways than the same initials and first names.

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Great audio!

Revisado: 01-27-15

What did you love best about The Heist?

The narrator's ability to give the characters different personalities with his voice.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Gabriel Allon is my favorite character because of the way he handled his climb up the ladder in the Office.

Have you listened to any of George Guidall’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No, but I will seek him out due to this outstanding performance.

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

artful intrigue

Any additional comments?

Silva is a great writer and Guidall made the story more real than my imagination alone would.

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