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Great story but weird performance

Revisado: 11-06-24

I really enjoyed the twists and turns of the story, but the performance has random bouts of music and awkward breaks that follow them. It isn't like it is a new chapter, it is just a very strange pause that ends with dialog picking back up in the same situation/scene. It was very distracting from an otherwise great performance. Narrator did a great job, but again the ill planned music and breaks made it feel disjointed.

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Thoroughly researched and addictivly informative.

Revisado: 01-19-23

Thoroughly researched and addicivly informative. It was very insightful on several aspects of occupied Amsterdam, not just regarding Anne Frank. Would highly recommend for anyone interested in WW 2 history.

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Misleading description

Revisado: 06-14-22

I did enjoy the book overall, however the description was a little misleading. I thought it was supposed to be about the author's time spent in a cult. While this was covered, the author also gives significant time to political views, going as far as to liken President Trump's supporters to a cult, and stating that The Community was an early Black Lives Matter. Meaning that people joined the cult because people of color did not feel valued by the "white man." It almost sounded like they were forced into it instead of making a choice to live that lifestyle. She also goes on to say how she left the country for a year, becaise of anti-American feelings.The book was well written, and I applaud the author for sharing her story. I just feel that the reader/listener should be informed about the political rhetoric before reading/listening.

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Sweet, emotionally engaging story.

Revisado: 03-04-22

Written in the style of Daddy Long Legs, the reader follow the protagonist's life through a series of letters. This book made me laugh and cry as the author shed light on some of the more seedier sides of the foster care system, but shows that God's love follows us through every circumstance. I would highly recommend.

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Author's hang-ups ruin story

Revisado: 03-02-22

The story line was pretty good, except the author's fixation on sex. The constant barrage of innuendo and "sexcapades" detracted from the story as it truly didn't add any value to the story line. I mean, when you have characters changing into animals so that they can have sex with said animal, it becomes overkill. Also, I was incredibly tired of hearing about limbal rings as it seemed the author had to mention them at least once a chapter. Other than that, it was a good storyline in which the protagonist finds herself as she overcome a myriad of obstacles. It's a shame I couldn't recommend this book due to the author's fixations.

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Very intriguing!

Revisado: 06-14-20

The book was well written and shed light on what actually happened. As a person who was born decades after the events took place, I was unaware of much of the timeline leading up to the murders, as well as court proceedings. The author broke down the events and interviews in such a way that I was easily able to understand not only the events that occurred, but also the context in which they occurred (ie cultural nuances of the time). The performance was clear and concise. I would recommend this book and author to any true crime reader.

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Shouldn't be classified as "simmering".

Revisado: 09-19-18

I am fully aware that different readers like different types of stories. However, when I choose the category of "inspirational" and see the rating for the book is the next to lowest rating of "simmering", I expect it not to be vulgar or have sex scenes. Heads up, for those looking for a "clean read," this is not it.

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Not the best version for an audio book

Revisado: 11-21-17

Pilgrims Progress is a wonderful book filled with allegories for the Christian journey. However, this particular version includes full scripture for said allegories. If a person was reading the book, it wouldn't be a big deal. However, because this is an audio book, the story is interrupted every few words to input scripture. For example (and I am just making up this quote) " Evangelist said 'You must flee" Scripture: (full scripture is read) 'Keep running and don't look back' Scripture (full scripture is read). The narrator always introduces the scripture by saying "Scripture". This happens about every sentence, sometimes occurring multiple times within a single sentence. This makes it impossible for the listener to follow the story, because there isn't enough uninterrupted dialog to focus on. My suggestion would be to read the book, or find another audible version that allows the story to flow.

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Ridiculously confusing

Revisado: 06-25-16

I should have paid more attention to the fact that this is book 3 in a series. Maybe I wouldn't have been so confused on the characters who were thrown into the story, but had no background if I had read the other books. As it was, the author throws the reader into the fray of a large group of quirky characters, who you even have to guess at what age they may be. Also, more character action would have been good instead of all the gossip scenes. Although this was a novella, the story wasn't well structured even for that genre. Also, the narration really bothered me. I am from the south, and can safely say the narrator's voice came across as more whiny then southern. I am not trying to be harsh, just honest.

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Emotional Roller Coaster (In a Good Way)

Revisado: 10-18-14

I should probably start this review off by saying that I was the same age as the characters. I too was a senior when 9-11 occurred, so for me this book hit close to home. The author's description of events and feelings occurring during that time of history are well founded and authentic. Although I could relate personally to this book right away because of the historical aspect, I believe that every reader can relate to this story on some level. The author did an incredible job of making the characters well rounded while moving the storyline along.The reader experiences the emotions of loss, love, hope, and redemption among others, right along with the characters. I am an avid reader, and can honestly say that it has been a long time since I experienced such a roller coaster of emotions while reading a book. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who is looking for a well written novel.

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