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Lots of historical detail

Revisado: 12-21-23

This book would likely be a treat for fans of this era.
Chris Hadfield had a difficult task of combining well-publicized detail and fiction and I think he did a pretty good job, especially as a first work of fiction. Unlike most fiction writers, his expertise and integrity required him to provide accurate detail, so I think that got in the way of the story. (There's a motto amongst fiction writers; "Don't let the facts get in the way of a good story." ) I didn't/couldn't finish the book because it wasn't for me. Too much detail, not enough story up front to engage me. The female love interest was a cardboard cut-out and I didn't find the main character engaging/sympathetic.
All this detail was crammed down my throat when it was happening in real life, so it leaves me cold. I started this book for my book club but just couldn't carry on, even though I tried. I'm a fan of Chris Hadfield's and I really wanted to like it.

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Read this author; avoid the narrator

Revisado: 07-04-23

Third time lucky, I managed to mostly ignore the inconsistent British accent attempted by the narrator. While it took me out of the story many times (ie, "father" doesn't rhyme with "bother"), the actual book was good enough to still make it worth listening to. I'm glad I persevered. However, I would definitely read/listen to something else by this author but would avoid the narrator unless she's reading in her own accent.

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Emotionally gripping

Revisado: 08-30-20

A wonderful story, well-developed characters and an emotionally fulfilling ending. I plan to find out if this author has more books out. Highly recommended!

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Fun story read by an excellent performer

Revisado: 03-28-19

Julie Berry is new to me and so I didn’t know what to expect. Not my usual reading genre. But I was really delighted with the entire book and would certainly recommend it to anyone who is considering reading it.
Jayne Entwhistle is one of the performers I love, and she delivered once again with the reading of this book.

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Satisfying Cozy, Well Performed

Revisado: 07-31-18

I will definitely read more of the series. There are two main characters, one of whom is British, the other is American. Because of this, it’s a challenge for a performer to read without creating a distracting accent one way or the other. Barbara Rosenblat does an exceptional job of both the American and British accents. I’m picky about accents because I studied linguistics in University and I used to speak with a British accent but now I speak with a North American accent. I could not tell which of the two accents was the natural one for Ms. Rosenblat. I hope there are more books in this series and that they continue to be read by this performer as she adds another level to what is already a very good book.

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Lighthearted and charming

Revisado: 06-22-18

There's a delightfully cheeky ghost whose antics made me laugh out loud and wish I had him around when I needed him. This story s a short, sweet escape from the worries of the world. An added bonus at the end: a traditional Scottish recipe and the little-known secret to its success. You're in good hands when you read a book by Jo-Ann Carson!

In spite of the cover showing a gorgeous guy, there are no overt sexual scenes here: just good old-fashioned kissing. Just the way I like it!

The main reader, Lisa Riechert, seems to have done mostly non-fiction before this and I wondered if she could step up to the challenge of reading fictional material. Her voice has a lovely tone and I feel she shows great promise for reading fiction. Darren Pollock, reads the ghost character with a delightful Scottish burr.

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Debbie Macomber meets Nicholas Sparks

Revisado: 01-07-16

An emotionally satisfying read by a skilled storyteller. Would definitely recommend this book and am interested in reading or listening to the rest of the Caribou Crossing series. You get the sense of community as with Debbie Macomber and the emotional depth as with Nicholas Sparks. The author seems to know her stuff about rodeos and horse ranches so I enjoyed learning something as well. After reading this book I felt as though I’d been on a holiday to Caribou Crossing.

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An engaging story

Revisado: 02-18-14

Susana Kearsley is one of my favourite authors. The reader has a beautiful voice and I loved her delivery; she could read anything and make it sound lovely.

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Interesting and compelling

Revisado: 02-18-14

Really enjoyed the book. I learned so much and the story was gripping. Both readers were superb. I would love it if this author wrote more books from this era.

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The tension builds steadily

Revisado: 02-18-14

This story starts in a quiet, cool and orderly fashion and then bit by bit the tension builds so that you can't put it down.

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