Marcia

So good

Revisado: 10-02-23

Characters, story, narration. McBride has already established himself but possibly outdone his others here, Worthy.

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Ugh

Revisado: 10-03-22

Spare yourself and read or reread Backman's other gems. Another reviewer put it best saying "...I wish I never read The Winners". I imagine the publishers pushed this through. Just a mess. Contrived in so many ways. Aside from a good bad joke and an accurate view of wind farms it's very disappointing. Made me recall the era when writers were paid by the word and would go on and on and on and... Can't wait for his next book.

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esto le resultó útil a 13 personas

entertaining enough

Revisado: 02-13-15

not a bad read but not a good one either. S. Thomas Russell is NO Patrick O'Brian. There is no comparison, the only similarities are the era and the ocean. If you like sea-going adventures this will satisfy. However it lacks the depth of O'Brian and the entertainment of Sabatini. Better reads out there...worse ones too.

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Enlightening and worthwhile.

Revisado: 01-02-14

Once again Mantel offers an interesting perspective on a tumultuous time in history. Perhaps a bit drawn out and rushed in the end but definitely worth the time. The narrator is excellent and in no way detracts from the story. I wouldn't have finished the book in print (knowing how it must end) however Keeble's performance made it enjoyable and easy to follow. Not to be missed if you have an interest in this era or enjoy Hilary Mantel's other books!

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There's better out there.

Revisado: 09-10-12

Perhaps a different narrator would have made a difference. I've enjoyed Campbell Scott's performances in the past. This time he sounds completely different, uninterested and in need of a cup of coffee. It's a short read in print or find a different narrator. Reading took away from the story so I can't give it more stars.

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Heart-wrenching tale, PERFECTLY narrated.

Revisado: 09-08-12

Gripping story of choice and consequence. Australian story written by an Australian born author, and narrated by an Australian born actor with an Australian accent. To forgo this novel due to negative reviews of the narrator would be missing out on a fabulous portrayal of human nature--it's shortcomings and strengths. At no point did I find the narrator difficult to understand. Noah Taylor's slow, somber voice expertly portrays the mood of the book. ML Stedman tells the story of unfortunate people working their way through great sadness, their memories and hopes of great joys, and the reality of their lives. It's a tale of kinship, understanding and misunderstanding, forgiveness and grief. Although rarely uplifting, it is a conceivable, thought-provoking, moving debut novel.

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Beautiful, rich, sweeping tale, not a fairy tale.

Revisado: 08-26-12

If you are able to get lost in a story, sink into the lull and cadence of Mark Bamhall's voice , you will love this story. I listen to books constantly and often think the narrator tells the story far better than any 'voice inside my head' and this is yet another example. This is my first listen to Bramhall and I will look for his others. I found the story refreshingly ambiguous regarding the darker aspects of human nature. If you enjoy the likes of Faulkner or Steinbeck, or Norman Maclean, you will love this one. Bravo Amanda Coplin, your sentences are poetry and your characters memorable. I haven't read anything nearly as elegant or absorbing since David Guterson's Snow Falling on Cedars. An impressive first novel, compassionately written, and thankfully bereft of the modern temptation of wrapping up perfectly to make sure everyone gets what they deserve.

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OOF, is it Wouk or Zackman who makes this so dull?

Revisado: 06-17-12

What disappointed you about Marjorie Morningstar?

I listen to several books a week due to the nature of my work. After nodding off and forcing myself to listen to a mere 2 1/2 hrs of this I give up. Listen to War and Peace or Wouk's Winds of War and War and Remembrance--all excellent.

How did the narrator detract from the book?

Zackman's monotone drone and s l o w manner of speaking made it an agonizing 2 1/2 hrs, I'll steer clear of her in the future.

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

The book may be a better read on paper. I won't give up on Wouk.

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esto le resultó útil a 10 personas

agonizing

Revisado: 12-21-11

This book wasn’t for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more?

A reader may enjoy this book more than a listener. The narrator pauses in the wrong places, is somewhat monotone and places emphasis in the wrong places.

Would you ever listen to anything by Jamie Ford again?

No. The author seems repetitive, explaining every detail rather than allowing for the possibility of a reader having some intelligence.

Would you be willing to try another one of Feodor Chin’s performances?

ABSOLUTELY NOT

What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment?

This book came highly recommended however I am so bored by Chin's slumbering voice that I can't stay awake and the story is lost.

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American literature.

Revisado: 01-17-11

I usually avoid books with more than one reader and I certainly would have missed out had I not kept an open mind for this one. The story is moving, well written, and expertly read by all four narrators. I think the different voices were essential to properly express the book for listeners. The author's method of first person narrative with her three main characters weaves through an engrossing glimpse of Mississippi society life and segregation in the 60's. Highly recommended.

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