Diantha Roberts

An unbelievable talent!

Revisado: 10-30-23

How can one human being have so much talent? Abraham Varghese is an individual who can do it all. Covenant of Water is one of the most beautifully written books I have ever had the pleasure of listening to. I now must order a hard copy so I can go back and feast my eyes on his words. How can a person who is a physician and such a talented writer also be able to narrate his book with such quiet passion, humor and ability to distinguish between characters? I am stunned by his talent. This is a must listen!! I cannot think of even the smallest criticism.

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I’m so glad I listened

Revisado: 08-10-23

I feel sure this book will be one I will go back to. The depth of research it must have taken to have written this marvelous book is mind boggling and I feel fortunate to have been able to reap the benefits. The information about this incredible man, his family and peers who were our founding fathers made me feel like I had stepped into that time. Mr Chernow was able to describe the personalities of these men and women with such detail and depth I found myself thinking about them, their decisions and behavior even when not listening. Can’t wait to read more!

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Great psychological thriller!

Revisado: 07-12-23

Never guessed the ending! Full of twists and great character development. I really enjoyed listening to this book.

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This one drove me crazy!

Revisado: 07-10-23

I’ve read many of Catherine R Hyde’s books and have enjoyed them and this story was good. The book is worth reading for the story. If you’ve not read any or very many of her books then you might not be bothered, but this is consistent in all of them. Her dialogue in most her books started bothering me, but this one drive me up a wall! Her use of “Oh” and “I don’t know what that means “ is so overdone, so constant and over used that I wanted to throw the book down. Maybe it’s just me, but if it’s necessary to explain the meaning of phrases to a child then after a while the adult character should figure out to use simpler terminology. If every time something is explained, the reaction is “Oh” then the author maybe should start tuning into real conversations. “Oh, wow!” “Oh, no”, “Really?”, “OK” are just a few alternative responses rather than “Oh”I’m not sure if I can read another of her books even though I think she touches on some great life lessons. I really hope someone let’s her know that the aforementioned dialogue issues are freaking annoying!

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Always love Harlan Coben

Revisado: 05-27-23

Another great story with enough twists to keep you wondering how this story can possibly be resolved. Wonderful narration.

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Beautiful story

Revisado: 02-16-23

Although her characters can be rough and cruel sometimes, this story is sincerely written with some of the loveliest prose I’ve read in quite a while. Her descriptions of the Irish landscape had me dreaming of a sweet cottage and wonderfully nosy Irish neighbors. I’m definitely a fan of Tara French!

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Great story about time travel

Revisado: 10-26-22

Loved the story, the twists, the characters. Still not sure why narrator chose to use an American accent. Was a little distracting.

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Perfect book to read before the holidays.

Revisado: 09-19-22

I’m so glad I decided to listen to this before the holidays…particularly this year. This will be our first Christmas without our Dad and this book was a wonderful reminder that we honor our loved ones by celebrating with love, traditions and open hearts.

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Wonderful story about the displaced people of WWII

Revisado: 08-24-22

I had know idea about the DP camps of WWII. I learned so much from this beautifully written novel. It is no wonder why this generation is called “the greatest “.
Initially, I was put off by the narrator’s manner of reading. It seemed flat and without much inflection, but as I got into the story and heard her ability to use her voice to distinguish between characters, I grew to appreciate her style.

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What a joy!

Revisado: 09-03-21

He’s funny, self deprecating and an inspiration to all who are aging (I guess that’s everyone) and worry about it(that would be 50 and over crowd). I laughed out loud many times!

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