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A Life with a purpose

Revisado: 08-06-18

I started out not sure if I wanted to listen to this book, but after the first 30 minutes I was hooked.
When a person has a purpose and commitment to that purpose that is founded in truth then great things can happen.
This was not only book about a spiritual journey but a book filled with adventure, didn't realize it had been around for so long.

Great find!!

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Dont discount true wisdom regardless of the source

Revisado: 08-23-16

I am familiar with these places so it was an interesting book to me.
It also made me realize how much I would discount someones ideas by the way they look or present themselves.

I will say this book made a positive impression on me.

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You cant make old friends.

Revisado: 08-23-16

Most people have a few good friends and those relationships are forged in many ways but those forged under adversity with respect form a special bond that cannot be put in words.
The author captures this as he did in A Higher Call...Excellent work!!

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Excellent Story.

Revisado: 08-23-16

What made the experience of listening to The Lost Airman the most enjoyable?

I liked the way it was presented and the way it unfolded. I enjoy non fiction the best and exploring how people deal with adversity.

What other book might you compare The Lost Airman to and why?

Maybe Hero Found both deal with a mans struggle to survive and the toll it takes.

What about Jonathan Todd Ross’s performance did you like?

I thought he delivered a adequate performance.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Neither

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Enjoyable Story with complete characters

Revisado: 08-23-16

What did you love best about The Traitor's Story?

The story was multi layered and was not laced with profanity. The characters were believable you can relate to the main characters vulnerability and determination to do the right thing.

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

It did at times

What about Simon Vance’s performance did you like?

Vance does a great job perfect fit for this book

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

The Life I Lived

Any additional comments?

I like a good mystery especially dealing with spies. I also like the fact the book was not filled with foul language.

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Adventure but little excitement.

Revisado: 10-01-15

Is there anything you would change about this book?

I felt the book could have been shortened by 1 hour to 1.5

Would you recommend The Lost City of Z to your friends? Why or why not?

I would recommend it but with the caveat that it was longer than necessary to be truly exciting.

What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike?

The performance was fine and suited the contents of the book.

If this book were a movie would you go see it?

Maybe as the visual and soundtrack would bring out more of the story. And one would assume it would be 2 hrs or less.

Any additional comments?

Not that I don't commit to longer books 11-14 hours this book just didn't sustain the excitement I was hoping as an abridged version may have

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Wanting success for another as much as yourself.

Revisado: 08-23-13

If you could sum up The Boys in the Boat in three words, what would they be?

Winning requires trust.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Joe, what a lot for a young man to endure I admire his spirit and his ability to grow, very inspiring, the men from this era are truly special.

Have you listened to any of Edward Herrmann’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I listened to Unbroken and this was just as good. Herrmann is my favorite I look for books that he narrates.

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

The beauty of true teamwork gives more to a man than just a victory!

Any additional comments?

The book was well written and performed the story could be used as material for a college course or church sermon series. I was impressed by its depth.

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Great story of honor and chivalry!

Revisado: 04-25-13

What did you love best about A Higher Call?

I like the perspective of the German side and that not all Germans were Nazi's but dedicated soldiers.

What other book might you compare A Higher Call to and why?

My favorite so far has been Unbroken and this story was close.
Unbroken was more extensive but this centered on the character of people (German Pilots) who operated by different code (at least those in the story). A good story of maintaining integrity through difficult situations.

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

I enjoyed his pace and tone a well executed performance.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

As a pilot I was moved in several parts especially during the flights. Without giving away anything I was very moved at the end.

Any additional comments?

This book was right up my alley, WWII, perseverance, integrity, honor, the flying was a bonus.

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Inspiring story, will be hard to match this one!

Revisado: 02-07-13

Who was your favorite character and why?

Louie by far.You had to admire both his physical and mental fortitude under such adverse circumstances.

What about Edward Herrmann’s performance did you like?

His tone was great nothing was ever overdone.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I will say there were times my heart sank and I was moved deeply by both the brutality and the camaraderie.

Any additional comments?

As a runner I would listen to Unbroken as I ran, on days when I should have rested I ran just so I could hear this story, one that I will never forget.

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