Caroline Sandlin

A little disappointed

Revisado: 07-26-24

Narrator was outstanding. I did not find this book to be as enjoyable as the previous ones in the series. I felt that the whole plot was setting the scene for more to come, but it just didn’t have the spark and character development of the others. Still, hoping for better to come.

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Wonderful Narration of this Classic

Revisado: 02-18-22

No need to review such a classic book; I just wanted to commend the excellent narration.

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Light Entertainment

Revisado: 02-01-21

This series is good for light easy listening. Fairly fast paced with an interesting storyline. The narrator is pretty good with the exception of a few oddly pronounced words. She adds a ‘t’ the the end of the word ‘even’. That word is generously used in the text and that pronunciation really irritated me by the end.

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Disappointing

Revisado: 10-20-20

Without giving away the storyline, I will say that for an author to scathingly mention portraits of “old white men” in courthouses, then proceed to prove himself that very thing In his treatment of the characters and themes in this novel completely ruined it for me. Returning this one, with attitude.

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Hidden gem of a book!

Revisado: 01-04-19

I found this book while searching for new releases. The summary caught my interest but I hesitated to purchase because there were no reviews. However, I knew I could return it if I didn’t like it, so I took a chance and was well rewarded.
This book would be a bestseller if it were promoted. Fantastic story and good writing. I hope an Audible editor will listen to this one and promote it, because this is one of the best books I’ve listened to in some time. And I listen to two or three books a week.

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A Beautiful, Bitter Pill

Revisado: 01-17-14

*possible ending spoiler*

I hesitated to buy this one after reading the Amazon reviews about how dark it is. Many compared the writing to that of Cormac McCarthy, one of my favorite authors. That's why I had to try it. After listening to it, I agree that there are similarities. This book is beautifully written, the settings so realistic that you feel like you are there. The only problem is, you don't want to be there. Not at the beginning, the middle, nor the end. What makes this book different from one of McCarthy's is that there is no humor, and not even a glimmer of hope for redemption. No, I take that back. There was a glimmer, but it was ruthlessly ground out, as it should have been, in this book's unflinchingly dismal and brutal world. I was so torn between how much I admired the writing and how depressed it made me to listen to it, that I couldn't decide whether to give it five stars or one. So I gave it three. I still haven't decided if I'm glad I bought it or not. When my endorphin levels recover, I may actually recommend it.

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Kept me up past my bedtime!

Revisado: 03-14-13

This one had me holding my breath with suspense in some parts. If you are looking for a fast-paced gripping adventure/suspense novel, you will enjoy this book. I liked it so much that I immediately downloaded Hurwitz's previous novel as well. ,

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More than a romance novel

Revisado: 03-14-13

This is a very enjoyable novel. Yes, it is a romance, and will probably mostly appeal to women readers, but it is not 'typical' of that genre. Because of the travel and wonderful foodie appeal, it reminded me in some ways of Eat, Pray, Love. I particularly liked the maturity of the characters, both in age and life experience. The narration was excellent as well.

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Wonderful Historical Fiction

Revisado: 02-27-13

A great 'quest' story, well written and set in a fascinating time in US history. I loved the humanity and complexity of all the characters, good and bad. This is just a really good book, and I highly recommend it.

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Great Story!!!!

Revisado: 01-22-13

I got this book on a sale. I probably wouldn't have gotten it otherwise, based on the description. I sure would have missed out, because this is a fantastic book! Well written, fast paced and just a great story. I can't imagine anyone NOT liking this book. I highly recommend it. Narration was excellent, as well.

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