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Great story; lackluster ending

Revisado: 01-19-20

I loved this story and the narration. But as sometimes happens in “lessons learned” kind of book, this one has an ending that was at best anticlimactic. Nevertheless for the cultural knowledge and narration worth a listen.

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Anthony Horowitz is Our New Agatha Christie!

Revisado: 10-22-18

This story is so much better than you can possibly imagine. As far as the "who done it" genre, it's not officially on my list although I do like a great murder mystery. But this book is certainly on my "Top 10 Best Books Ever Read" list. The twists and turns are unimaginable and it keeps you guessing through it's entirety. There is nothing predictable about it! And as a bonus, it is set in the English countryside so you get some really beautiful scenery as well as a smartly told story. It;s a great all around read!

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Amor Towles is the Gentleman Himself

Revisado: 08-28-17

Espionage, fashion, mystery, fine wine, tiny tales and a two tolling clock is all in this extraordinary tome and then some. It is on my top five "best books ever read" list alongside Geek Love, Perfume, Ready Player One and The Discovery of Witches. Though, as an avid bookworm, weather listening or holding a book, it is difficult to narrow down between genres and authors, settings and protagonists, The Count is unfathomably entertaining, wry, and clever not to mention, polished and elegant. Amor amazes. For an extra kick, visit the authors website which is extremely diverting.

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January LaVoy is Magnificent

Revisado: 10-10-16

This book is a good story. Not a sensational story but a well written, drive forward story. Perhaps, though, I say not sensational because it is not my usual genre. In which case, perhaps it is a sensational story? Really though this review is for accolades to January LaVoy who made this story even better! Her narration is impeccable, listenable and performed as such that you can truly conceptualize the characters! If you like a good story and excellent narration, you will not be sorry you chose Missing You by Harlan Coben.

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A Riveting Tale

Revisado: 04-04-15

I'm not one to say, "my favorite book," as I have so many that I love and I have been an avid reader for years. However, I can honestly say that Samantha Shannon is an author with magic running through her soul. She is of the Aether! And so I can also thusly say this is simply the most hypnotic series I have had the pleasure to listen to for years. And indeed, The Bone Season and The Mime Order are currently my favorite series, perhaps ever. Kerr narrates with such quite, stoic passion one would think it's Paige Mahoney herself telling you of her tortures and triumphs. My word, what will I do before the third book is released? If you even slightly like dystopian fantasies, do not miss this series. Samantha Shannon, at only 20 years old, is touched by unstoppable enchantment.

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Kids with Cancer

Revisado: 02-25-13

Kids with cancer...
I've never hated myself more or felt more blessed. Superbly written. Outstanding narration. Story? Again, kids with cancer.

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Sensational!

Revisado: 11-09-12

I love this book! So much so in fact, I've added it to my library (A real library with these things called books, with paper pages and such - revolutionary!). The narration was excellent the story was fast paced and exciting but the most amazing thing is that it still kept the Jane Austen style which only added to the wit, humor and charm of this delightful read. I cheated on book club with this one, in fact. They wanted to read the new JK Rowling book for the October book. I needed something more festive and I'm so glad I went with this. I highly, highly recommend it! If you want to be captivated, love the Zombie theme and like to get a good giggle from a read, this is the one for you!

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Tina, Tina, TINA!!!

Revisado: 04-11-12

I didn't like her because of her spoof on SNL of Sarah Palin. It's not that I love Sarah Palin, it's that Tina Fey is a feminist and Sarah Palin a female; I thought it was audacious and disrespectful. But Tina more than redeemed herself in Bossypants! I love her. She's real and relate-able and sure as sugar she is a feminist. Tina and I are contemporaries and I felt a kinship with her while reading this book. Save for one thing...my Dad (Doc) is better than her dad (Don)! This listen is great! I highly recommend it for the laughs alone but the story is great too!

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Before I Go To Sleep Made Me Go To Sleep

Revisado: 02-11-12

I do not know how this made the best sellers list. In concept it should've been an amazing tale. Unfortunately it misses the mark and you are left waiting for something to happen. The narration is good enough if not a bit slow. But, how can it not be slow when sluggishness is the tone of the story.

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The Imperfections Written by an Incredible

Revisado: 10-08-11

I appreciated this book so much that I have bought a copy for my 20 closest friends to read. The story is rich and Tom Rachman, for my money, has a pin point perspective. My only criticism is that through this tome it seems that he/ or his view is misogynistic. However, I don't really care what his psychosis is or isn't about women. This story is amazing. As you read (or listen in this case) you find yourself encased in the world of newsprint and the lifestyle of an expat in one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world. The story, characters, scenes and psycology are without fault. If you miss this, you'll be the worse for it.

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