Laurie Henthorne

Important history for our times

Revisado: 07-05-22

The Coming of the Third Reich describes the path of a political movement centered on Hitler, an everyman whose skill at manipulating the masses by constructing an oblique narrative eventually led to the murders of milions, and the war deaths of millions more.
Adequate, dispassionate narration.

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History of teaching and teachers in America

Revisado: 07-06-15

Gain a better understanding of philosophical and political trends in the education systems of America. Why it is decentralized, yet prone to national political shifts; how students, teachers, and administrators are evaluated. Interesting and well reasoned, without becoming a diatribe, as the title suggests.

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Entertaining, diverse approaches to Martian theme

Revisado: 04-17-15

I enjoyed the conceit of famous historical figures experiencing the Martian invasion around the world. Picasso, Verne, Twain, and my favourite, Emily Dickinson (as interpreted by a foot noting grad student). Narration was varied and excellent.

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Another solid listening experience.

Revisado: 01-03-15

Janet Evanovich's numbered Stephanie Plum books are peopled by familiar characters in a familiar location. And written so well that they are not too predictable or boring. Good narration allows for some sound of Jersey, without it being a distraction.

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A classic, well-done

Revisado: 12-30-14

East of Eden, the masterpiece of an American master of fiction, contains all o the faults and glories of being human.

This narrator did a good job of conveying joy and anguish, but the editing of the spaces at the ends of the chapters was inconsistent, which I found a bit jarring.

I think everyone should know this story, and Audible is a great way to make its acquaintance!

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Fascinating examination of the value of empathy

Revisado: 09-19-14

What did you love best about Under the Dome?

The small-town characters are true, not clichés. They have backstories and flaws and are wonderful and awful. The premise was also very interesting.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Under the Dome?

The description of the first day the Dome came down, and its effect on the wildlife and citizens, as well as the accumulation of dust on the outside of the Dome.

Have you listened to any of Raul Esparza’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I hadn't heard him before. His voices and accents were generally good.

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I forced myself to finish it.

Revisado: 09-19-14

What would have made The Prague Cemetery better?

A more cohesive plot and more sympathetic characters.

Would you ever listen to anything by Umberto Eco again?

Yes. I enjoyed The Name of the Rose and Foucault's Pendulum.

Would you listen to another book narrated by George Guidall?

He was fine. Yes.

What character would you cut from The Prague Cemetery?

The premise of a character who isn't sure, but might be another character, too, was interesting. But the Anti-everything attitude (including but not limited to Semitism, women, intellectuals, ambitious people, some of the clergy) was a downer. Cutting the character wouldn't have fixed the problem.

Any additional comments?

Yuck.

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Gritty and smart.

Revisado: 02-01-13

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

I rank it near the top of the other books in the thriller/suspense/adventure category.

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

Yes. There were many situations out of which the main character had to think or act her way.

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

Yes. I was happy to have a long, involved task to complete while listening!

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Warmed my heart like gravy warms biscuits!

Revisado: 09-16-12

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

Definitely - the story is true in both its layers, and Fannie Flagg's narration is spot on, giving the reader an immersion experience in Whistle Stop culture.

What did you like best about this story?

The double layers of the story - history and contemporary.

Who was the most memorable character of Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe and why?

Idgie Threadgood is a free spirit, a real bee charmer.

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It really is wicked!

Revisado: 09-16-12

What made the experience of listening to Wicked the most enjoyable?

The narrator, John McDonough, did a wonderful job of capturing Oz and its inhabitants.

What did you like best about this story?

I enjoyed the curious and enigmatic nature of Elphaba, the main character, and the fact that even though elements of the story are familiar, they are also surprising and new in this story.

Which character – as performed by John McDonough – was your favorite?

Nanny. Hands down.

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