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Thought Provoking

Revisado: 01-19-20

A very intimate look into how culture & history shape views on marriage, motherhood, fate, and the unintended legacy they leave for future generations.

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Might Have Been Great

Revisado: 12-14-19

Narrators either make or break a book. In this case it's the latter. The narrator read this in such a fast monotone , with such poor enunciation that I could not understand who the characters were or what they were saying. Adjusting the volume or trying headphones didn't help. I got to chapter 4, and still had no clue as to what this story was about. I even skipped ahead to see if there was any improvement with no luck. This may be a great book, but authors who want to release an audio version of their work should put as much though in selecting the right narrator as they did in creating the work itself. I don't typically rant about narration as once a narrator brings me into a story, adjusting to different presenting styles is not hard. However in my 10+ years as an Audible member, I've rarely come across something this poorly presented. I finally gave up the effort & returned the book.

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Don't Miss This One

Revisado: 10-12-19

This has been the first truely entertaining sci-fi story I've listened to in quite awhile. Engaging characters, multiple plots neatly woven together, and a welcome diversion from the post-apocalyptic survivalist genre that seems to be standard fare. I binge listened and was never bored, tempted to skip ahead, or abandon out of frustration. Book two is complete so I hope Audible gets the production rights, because I will buy it from whomever puts it out !

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Hilariously Funny Truth - I Checked!

Revisado: 08-09-19

These are some of the greatest stories never told. Or maybe never told by the mainstream history writers. A wonderful look behind the curtain that left me wanting more. I'm in luck because there 's a sequel!

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Hugely Enjoyable Surprise!

Revisado: 07-30-19

I wasn't sure this was my kind of sci-fi. I'm very glad to be wrong! This is 6 books, each with its own unique twists & plots. Morin is an interesting story teller who provided the variety needed to keep me listening without becoming bored. The characters, including the 'bad guys', are relatable even when they are being predictable. I've listened to lots of books that were enjoyable but once through was plenty. This is one was a fun listen that I'll listen to again!

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Spellbinding

Revisado: 06-01-19

It's rare to find a book I didn't want to end. This is definitely one.

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Hooked on Historical Fiction

Revisado: 03-11-19

Diana is a meticulous reseacher. She pulls you in with the small things and before you know it she has you believing in and caring for her creation as much as she does. Don't let the book lengths intimidate you. It's part of what makes them beautiful & wraps you in their spell. Early on I made the mistake of getting too impatient. Abridged versions have their place but it isn't here. I went back for the unabridged versions and never did it again.

Davina Porter is one of the most versatile narrators I've had the pleasure to listen to. Authors who try to have a cohesive series read by different narrators can really end up with a muddle that ruins the story. Sometimes it can't be helped, but so many narrators in this situation can't be bothered to review what has gone before them. Ego? Making a story their own? Trying to change up the pronunciation of names and places once they're introduced is jarring. If you've ever returned a book because a new narrator seemed to be telling a completely different story, then you know what I'm trying to say. Diana & Davina got it right from the very first book and were lucky enough or smart enough to keep a good thing.

Unlike many recent series, each book in this one could stand on its own. How delightful and a big difference from what seems like buying a book a chapter at a time and having to wait on that chapter to boot.The wait for the next book in this series has been far more bearable and has kept me as an enthusiastic fan throughout.

Bottom line is I love this series. If the first book hadn't caught and held me, I would have missed a really great saga.

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Hooked on Historical Fiction

Revisado: 03-11-19

Diana is a meticulous reseacher. She pulls you in with the small things and before you know it she has you believing in and caring for her creation as much as she does. Don't let the book lengths intimidate you. It's part of what makes them beautiful & wraps you in their spell. Early on I made the mistake of getting too impatient. Abridged versions have their place but it isn't here. I went back for the unabridged versions and never did it again.

Davina Porter is one of the most versatile narrators I've had the pleasure to listen to. Authors who try to have a cohesive series read by different narrators can really end up with a muddle that ruins the story. Sometimes it can't be helped, but so many narrators in this situation can't be bothered to review what has gone before them. Ego? Making a story their own? Trying to change up the pronunciation of names and places once they're introduced is jarring. If you've ever returned a book because a new narrator seemed to be telling a completely different story, then you know what I'm trying to say. Diana & Davina got it right from the very first book and were lucky enough or smart enough to keep a good thing.

Unlike many recent series, each book in this one could stand on its own. How delightful and a big difference from what seems like buying a book a chapter at a time and having to wait on that chapter to boot.The wait for the next book in this series has been far more bearable and has kept me as an enthusiastic fan throughout.

Bottom line is I love this series. If the first book hadn't caught and held me, I would have missed a really great saga.

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