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very slow

Revisado: 11-15-22

I almost quit but it won the Hugo so I finished it out. The female characters were underdeveloped in my opinion.

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True Engineering

Revisado: 02-04-20

Definitely written by an engineer, great stories about both the technical and non-technical issues engineers face on every project.

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Netflix borrowed lightly

Revisado: 03-23-18

The Netflix series told a different story about the same characters and world but both are good. The audio has a loud background hiss that made listening with headphones difficult.

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Formidable follow up to 3 Body

Revisado: 06-03-16

I really wish I had learned Chinese instead of French in high school so I could read the third book right away. Dark Forest is intense, near future, hard science fiction that keeps you on edge from beginning to end. It doesn't read like a translation, which is a testament to the skill of Martinson. Narration was solid, good character voices and good pace.

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Dictionary

Revisado: 05-12-16

This is basically just a list of pirate names and places they sailed. This is a reference book that shouldn't have been recorded as an audio title.

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Decent universe, splotchy storyline

Revisado: 06-09-15

What was most disappointing about Greg Dragon’s story?

I didn't like sudden jumps forward in time in the middle of what I thought were going to be extended detailed scenes that would setup the next few chapters. Also, the Phasers acquired a new power every few chapters with little backstory. The leader of the Phasers is feared all over the galaxy but is a complete wuss when it comes to women, he cowers when scolded by several female characters.

Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Anisha Dadia?

Part of it was the recording, it was extremely flat. Anisha was raspy and nasaly, it got better near the end but she did not deliver a solid narration. I expect a smooth, soft tone with female narrators.

You didn’t love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities?

The universe with the Phasers and Geralos has a lot of potential. I may revisit the series down the line but I'll wait for a more focused storyline within the universe.

Any additional comments?

This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of AudiobookBlast dot com.

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Dated, but a feel-good sci-fi story

Revisado: 05-26-15

What did you love best about Have Space Suit - Will Travel?

The genuine nature and bravery of Kip.

Who was your favorite character and why?

It's hard not to like Kip, his adventure tested his resolve and he made unselfish, brave decisions all over the galaxy.

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

It had a few funny moments, definitely showed its age.

Any additional comments?

Feel good sci-fi is hard to come by, this is a great quick listen even for the non-sci-fi junkies.

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Interesting story but biased point of view

Revisado: 05-26-15

What did you like best about The Double Helix? What did you like least?

The circumstances that had to come together for the discovery were fascinating.

Would you ever listen to anything by James D. Watson again?

Probably not. His attitude toward that others involved was rude and unappreciative.

Would you be willing to try another one of Grover Gardner and Roger Clark ’s performances?

Sure,

If this book were a movie would you go see it?

Absolutely not.

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A space story for the detail oriented

Revisado: 05-26-15

Would you listen to The Martian again? Why?

I will read it again before the movie comes out.

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

When Mark suggested the Iron Man maneuver in the most intense chapter of the book I lost it. Mark's positive attitude and approach to problem solving was inspiring.

Any additional comments?

The details of the problem solving were fantastic, definitely geared toward the more scientific crowd. I feel like I'm prepared to go live on Mars for a few sols.

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A solid post-apocalyptic tale, with a few holes

Revisado: 05-26-15

Where does First Activation rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

The story has some shortcomings but Jack and Harry are solid characters that you want to root for. I immediately picked up and started the Second Activation once I finished up the First Activation. It's not my favorite post-apocalyptic novel but it's an interesting story.

What other book might you compare First Activation to and why?

The First Activation stops pretty suddenly the Second Activation picks up at the exact moment the first book ends.

What about James Langton’s performance did you like?

James' girl voice is a bit strange, the male characters are solid.

Any additional comments?

Don't get attached to anyone Jack and Harry meet.

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