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Loved It

Revisado: 11-04-24

I listened to this one on Audible and thoroughly enjoyed it. I've usually read print copies of Gamache. There is a new narrator for this one. Since I don't speak French, I finally learned the proper way to pronounce the many French words and names in one of these books. The story was good, keeping me engaged. I think this is one of the best of this series.

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Not Your Standard Grisham

Revisado: 09-10-17

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

This deviated from most of his books in that it wasn't as dark as usual. It was interesting, but I kept waiting for some sort of climax that never came. It almost felt like it was a real story told like it happened with no invented excitement. Everything just worked out smoothly.

What do you think the narrator could have done better?

I have a problem with female narrators who try too hard to find voices for different characters. This narrator often sounded unnatural like she was really reaching for a voice for every character and just couldn't do it.

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

The movie without special effects, just good old police work.

Any additional comments?

As usual, compliments to the author for writing a book without (much) foul language or descriptive sex. That is one reason I keep reading his books. It made my long drive in the car go much faster.

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Good story, too much foul language for me

Revisado: 08-17-16

I liked the story and tried to stick with it , but there was just too much foul language, especially the f-word. The narrator read with a sarcastic tone that distracted me and made the main character less appealing. Just not my kind of book.

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Good story, too much foul language for me

Revisado: 08-17-16

I liked the story and tried to stick with it , but there was just too much foul language, especially the f-word. The narrator read with a sarcastic tone that distracted me and made the main character less appealing. Just not my kind of book.

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Ivan Doig at his best

Revisado: 02-01-14

If you could sum up Sweet Thunder: A Novel in three words, what would they be?

Engaging, thoughtful, intelligent

What did you like best about this story?

I loved the characters and the events that take place in their lives. This is the third book I've read with Maury Morgan as a character (the others were "Whistling Season" and "Work Song"). He is one of the most interesting characters I've ever experienced. He is smart, has values, and has to work through a life in which trouble seems to find him. I always wonder how he'll manage to get out of the situations in which he finds himself. I know he will, but I love hearing him do it. This is an example of Doig's talent to write a book without using foul language which I can't say about all of his books. I like the clean ones so much better. I love that this character is smart and uses his wits to solve problems. I also love the subtle exposure to the history of a time long gone. Great book!

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

The narrator's voice was pleasing to listen to and I lost myself in the story. I think he is perfect for Maury and also makes the other characters believable. My time at the gym flew by while listening to this book. I love the different voices including the ones with accents. The female voices didn't feel forced. Loved his narration!

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A worthwhile read but....

Revisado: 07-29-13

What did you like best about Ride with Me, Mariah Montana? What did you like least?

I liked the development of the story and characters. Ivan Doig tells a great story. This is the first of his books I've read that needs a "foul language" alert. Lots and lots of swearing, particularly the F word. I didn't notice this in the other books by Doig.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Ride with Me, Mariah Montana?

The ending is a great way to wrap this book up.

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

The narration was good. I enjoy listening to Mr. Sowers voice and he makes the story work as it is written.

Do you think Ride with Me, Mariah Montana needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

No follow-up if we have to hear more about the grumpy character in this one. The book pretty much concludes without leaving much chance of a sequel that would take place in the same place.

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A Great Read

Revisado: 05-27-12

This book about the struggle that parents have when a child with autism is born into their family. Although I don't have anyone in my own family with autism, I am a special educaton teacher and found that I could really relate to the pain and humor this child created. The author's descriptions and narration were superb. I may have had an extra interest since I had a student very much like Rowan and found myself thinking about him and all the fun and stress that he created in my classroom. I hope that all parents of student with autism don't have such a horrible experience with school. I couldn't wait to get to the end to find out what the outcome for Rowan was. The fact that this is a true story makes it that much better. I think the healing of Rowan had as much to do with the intense love, extreme effort and undying faith that things had to get better. A great read whether you've had any direct experience with autism or not.

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Gripping thriller!

Revisado: 11-26-11

This book hooked me in the first five minutes and kept me on edge for the whole book. It was action packed and thrilling. This was also a top rated book for me because the author managed a great story without any foul language. I've always been a fan of certain authors who can manage this and when I listen to a book filled with foul language I don't usually listen to another book by that author. I will definitely try another by Mr. Morrell. If you like good mysteries with suspense and new twists and turns throughout, this is a book for you.

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Interesting read, but....

Revisado: 07-30-11

I enjoyed the story presented in this book. It was a good read about an old murder, a new murder and a very dysfunctional family. The narrator did a fine job. It kept my interest all the way through, but I have rarely heard so many cuss words spoken in conversations in my life. There were many new British cuss words and I would have worn out a counter keeping track of the F- bomb. While it may be true that the lower class Irish family in the story was lacking in vocabulary and education, I find it hard to believe that anyone would actually talk this way. When the plot was moving along there were few cuss words, but every time it slowed and the family was back in the story it was a vulgar language assualt once again. Would have given it 4 stars if it were cleaned up a bit.

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Better than Message in a Bottle

Revisado: 04-16-11

The only other Nicholas Sparks book I've read is Message in a Bottle and I hated the ending. This book didn't have the horrible ending that one did. It was a little predictable, but a good listen.

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