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Captivating

Revisado: 02-10-13

What made the experience of listening to The Elephant to Hollywood the most enjoyable?

I found Michael Caine to be a surprisingly candid and open author. The book is touching and almost sweet. I am amazed by his sense of gratitude for his apparent 'good fortune' and his humility regarding his ability as an actor.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Elephant to Hollywood?

I particularly enjoyed Michael recounting Christmases and why they are so special to him, His need for family closeness.

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

My first encounter with Michael Caine outside of his acting.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Due to the Author being the narrator, this book makes you feel like you are sharing a 'real' person's life.

Any additional comments?

Well written and well narrated. I certainly would read any other works that are narrated by Michael Caine

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Bit of a struggle

Revisado: 08-27-12

Would you try another book from T. H. White and/or Neville Jason?

Possibly, giving the benefit of the doubt

Would you ever listen to anything by T. H. White again?

Perhaps if a different topic.

What do you think the narrator could have done better?

Unfortunately I found the narrators voice to be a little monotonous in this instance.

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

I had to draw myself back on some occasions from a state of eye glaze where I had stopped listening!

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Captivating

Revisado: 08-27-12

If you could sum up Yankee Clipper and the Adventure of the Golden Sphinx in three words, what would they be?

Spellbinding, exciting,excellent narration.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Yankee Clipper and the Adventure of the Golden Sphinx?

When the cabin boy encounters Ini-Herit at the apple barrel.

What aspect of Full Cast’s performance would you have changed?

Nothing, painted so well with word pictures, so very descriptive, this story could have been read by one or many.

If you could rename Yankee Clipper and the Adventure of the Golden Sphinx, what would you call it?

Adventures of Yankee Clipper - Golden Sphinx

Any additional comments?

If this book is part of a series, I will consider listening to more.

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Gets you in!

Revisado: 08-27-12

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

Of course this book is time well spent, like most audio books, you can be doing other things simultaneously while listening.

What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!)

It was a little predictable, but didn't detract from the overall story.

What three words best describe Lorelei King’s performance?

The narrator helps to make the story more interesting. After a while, you start to imagine each of the characters and stop noticing the voice.

If this book were a movie would you go see it?

Yes!

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Ah yes the inimitable Mr Ramsay!

Revisado: 08-06-12

Where does Humble Pie rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Surprisingly, I think Herr Ramsay may have missed his calling as I found his memoirs unexpectedly refreshing and rather touching. The only 'gripe' I have is his ability to inject the 'F' word so frequently. However if you can manage to overlook this, it is quite a good story (as often the truth can be).

What other book might you compare Humble Pie to and why?

Possibly that of Jamie Oliver, although the only coincidental fact being that they are both Chefs. It gives the listener a very real insight into the authors life struggle in his earlier years, reminding us that he IS human after all.

Which scene was your favorite?

I like the part where Gordon finally gets to stand his ground in the first kitchen.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Gordon earned my respect when I read about the interaction with his Father.

Any additional comments?

I can now better understand how he became the self possessed person he now appears to be on his TV Shows but would still like to ask him if two wrongs make a right?

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Fan of British humour!

Revisado: 08-06-12

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

I found this book to be very enjoyable, laughed quite a bit.

What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!)

As there are more than one story recorded, I can say I have a preference for one in particular.

Which scene was your favorite?

The mental pictures formed by Hancock's descriptions are hilarious, enjoyed the sense of irony.

If this book were a movie would you go see it?

Have already enjoyed the odd episode and found the audio book just as humorous.

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