Cynthia A Zepeda

So worth it!

Revisado: 07-29-21

One of the most remarkable aspects of the Cake series is how the author explores the impact of a single tragic event on every member of a tight-knit average family. In particular, each character seems to be somewhat unaware of the experiences of everyone else. That’s so true of how we view our own tragedies—we find it hard to see beyond our own pain to that of those closest to us.

I have been looking forward to Quinn’s story, but the first hour or two I struggled. Quinn was kind of whiny and Jess’s job, which she loved, was, well, kind of predatory. I’m so glad I stuck it out because the characters grew quickly into people I admire. Quinn realized his potential as a hero & Jess revealed her strength and tenacity. The narrators, as always, are perfection.

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Worst narration ever!

Revisado: 04-26-15

Would you try another book from Pauline Baird Jones and/or Bill Brooks?

I've listened to several PBJ books, and mostly have enjoyed them all. I don't know if this one is good or not because the narration is so abysmal I can't follow the story. In particular, the female characterizations are dreadful. Mr. Brooks should spend some time with a drag queen learning not to speak in a higher register, but to soften his tone.

Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Bill Brooks?

Anyone would have been better!

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Decent book--Narration was meh.

Revisado: 04-16-15

What did you love best about Girl Gone Nova?

The plot was good--I didn't expect to like the characters much. Doc lacks warm and fuzzy, and Hel, well, he did kidnap Fyn. However, Doc turned out to have plenty of warm and fuzzy, and Hel is a perfect match for her.

What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike?

The narrator was not terrible--but his Brooklyn showed quite a bit, and he didn't even attempt Doc's faintly British accent.

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Read it but don't listen to this production

Revisado: 12-14-13

If you could sum up Hog Heaven in three words, what would they be?

Rehder's books are always a fun ride with his large cast of crazies who never fail to entertain. Hog Heaven is no different. I almost didn't download this book though because the narrator is new to the series, and I like my John Marlins to sound like John Marlin from Blanco Co., Texas. I'm not sure where this Marlin is from but it's not anywhere near Texas. There is very little distinction between Marlin, Phil, Red, Billy Don, Bobby Garza, Bill Tatum, or even Nicole...except for the chick from Russia. She didn't sound Russian, but she didn't sound Texan, either...nor did any of the others. Robert King Ross killed this book for me. I won't buy another that he voices.

Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Robert King Ross?

Bring back Johnathan Davis!

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Not Bad

Revisado: 02-06-06

Freeman delivers a complex, twisted tale. It had a few problems -- namely the first three-quarters of the book were not all that interesting. The last quarter, however, was excellent and left me anxious for the next Stride installment. Freeman uses a plot device that I really hate: a character finds out a vital piece of information that the reader is not privy to until much later. Very frustrating.

This was my first book with this narrator. While I really like his voice, some of his vocal characterizations are really irritating. His Minnesota accents, especially for the female characters, are whiney and grating. However, his Serena Dial is very enjoyable.

In short, don't give up on this book. I think there are great things to come from this new author.

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