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This is surely a nonstop read.

Revisado: 11-20-15

Who is the hero? The Marine, the cop, or the dog? This a warmly written story that is timely in the fact that dogs are playing more of a role in war and police work. All three are heroes. Beautifully written and well delivered.

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Formation of Israel through an Arab youth's eye

Revisado: 09-09-15

Leon Uris wrote a stunning and moving tale of the formation of Israel as seen by Israelis and pro-Israelis, Exodus. The Haj turns things around and is a tale of the same event as seen through the eyes of an Arab youth. Both were written by Mr. Uris. History can be seen as a source of learning and improving, or it can be seen as a time that draws us back and prevents progress. Exodus was written as a representation of learning and improving, The Haj was a representation of a culture stuck in the past. Both books bring out emotion and food for thought. Exodus is a positive; The Haj is a negative.The Haj is replete with horror and despair. Exodus, while being tense, is uplifting and hopeful.

Mr. Uris develops his characters fully and in detail. Although not history books, they were well researched. It must be difficult for an author to maintain a neutrality towards his subject. I felt pain and sorrow for the Arabic family in The Haj; they were stuck in the grip of their cultural history.

Tha Haj opened my eyes to a part of the world of which I know so little, yet a part that is in the news so often. Yes, I recommend reading it. This was a long book, but the reader were wonderful.

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A story of the British classes.

Revisado: 06-12-15

I loved the female readers who gave the characters life, from the raunchy Ruth to the socialite Charlotte. The dialect was excellent. Both women were scarred physically and emotionally. This story is a window into the culture of the times. This story is about the weak getting the best of the strong.. Sections of this story are hard to put down;;other sections are slow moving. Give me more stories like this.

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Unexpected endings ..a story that keeps on going

Revisado: 05-14-15

Where does The Girl on the Train rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This story was not my favorite at first but became one of my favorites by the end.

What did you like best about this story?

I appreciated the unexpected ending. It was about a beaten-down woman who surprises herself and others with her skills..

Any additional comments?

This story is a bit slow to start, but as a friend told me "keep going". She was right. The unexpected ending was great.

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Sweet story of woman seeking to heal and love

Revisado: 01-26-15

Would you consider the audio edition of The Guestbook to be better than the print version?

Good reader...yummy recipes at end.

Would you recommend The Guestbook to your friends? Why or why not?

Yes, easy engrossing read. Best for women.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No. It was easy to take breaks.

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One of Grisham's best!

Revisado: 10-23-14

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

I already did recommend it. Tight, involving as Time to Kill. That book was my introduction to Grisham's writing. He returns to that familiar scene with another emotional story. I really liked it!

Who was your favorite character and why?

All were beautifully fleshed out.

What about Michael Beck’s performance did you like?

Great!

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A good mix of detective work and dog story.

Revisado: 09-14-14

What made the experience of listening to Smoky Mountain Tracks the most enjoyable?

I was able to relate to the dog owner aspect of the story.

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

Not on the edge of my seat but certainly very involved and interested. Now I want to read others in the series. A good introduction.

What does Donna Postel bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

The characters come alive with believable emotions.

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

Using the title of the book or with the tracking dog's name in it...to start a series

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An absorbing story of hardship and friendship.

Revisado: 07-12-14

Would you listen to Orphan Train again? Why?

Yes. The reading is enjoyable and engages me in the story.

What did you like best about this story?

I like types of historical fiction. This brought alive a time in history in the development of our country, a time that we have grown beyond. The two women develop a friendship that surpasses different cultures and generations.

What does Jessica Almasy and Suzanne Toren bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

The reading is so absorbing that I found myself not wanting to stop. Thoroughly engaging.

Any additional comments?

I eagerly await more work from them.

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