Phaedra Cook

Alton’s Most Personal Book

Revisado: 02-07-25

Through his career, Alton Brown has been notoriously private, which I respect. It is delectable to learn a little bit more about the man he is and how he came to be. I would covet a second edition of his essays. I think he has so much to share, and I will listen to every word. I am profoundly grateful that his wife bullied him into writing this book.

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Incredible research

Revisado: 01-24-25

The research in this book of the history of Superman is impeccable. This is a great book, but I would have enjoyed a hard copy more. Surprised that the narrator who spent years as the voice actor for Superman for animation, frequently sounds like he’s making fun of the subject. It’s just something about the tone. Other than that, I really enjoyed this.

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One of the most lush audiobook productions

Revisado: 01-02-25

The entire production of this audiobook is perfect. I struggled getting through this book when I was in high school, but with this audiobook, I could not stop listening until I was done. Andrew Garfield and Cynthia Erivo but put their whole souls into their acting for this book.

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A Heartfelt Autobiography From a Down-to-Earh Guy

Revisado: 11-17-24

Who knew Tom Felton was such a brat in his younger years. All kidding aside, I am glad to see this former child star come into his own and have such mature and heartfelt perspectives to share. A thoroughly enjoyable listen.

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Nimoy is Loved and Missed

Revisado: 10-26-24

I basically gobbled up this audiobook. It’s succinct, entertaining and provided insight into some of the rumors. The best part, though, was just getting to hear his voice again. I’m grateful that he left a body of work behind for us to continue exploring after his death.

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A story that should have been told, but perhaps could’ve been told a bit better

Revisado: 10-14-24

This book had my attention around the beginning and regained it towards the end, but the middle sagged. It seemed like there was some filler, like stating facts that had already been stated more than once. However, this is certainly a story of heroism that did not get a fair share of attention in the early days after 9/11. It’s a story every American should know.

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A firefighter who lived through more than 9/11

Revisado: 09-21-24

Joseph Pfeiffer is one of the most-recognizable firefighters of 9/11 and the first captain who was on the scene. Afterward, he took the crucial role of turning the lessons learned into process improvements. I didn’t know he also had an important coordination role during the “miracle on the Hudson” and was on the ground for a massive residential fire caused by Hurricane Sandy. Well worth a listen, although the narration is a little too sedated.

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Did not hold my attention or prove very useful

Revisado: 05-11-24

The book focuses a great deal on organizations and I didn’t find it applicable to me as an independent worker. I ended up bailing after getting about halfway.

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The cast reading is absolutely delightful

Revisado: 04-22-24

Really brings to life one of my all-time favorite books. The show is a little different from the book, so it was interesting hearing how the cast interpreted the original text.

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Behind-the-scenes aviation stories of 9/11

Revisado: 11-01-23

There were stories here I haven’t read elsewhere, especially from military and the other pilots in the sky on that horrible day. Narrator does her best to emulate accents, although it does come off a little odd sometimes. Never forget!

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