MIKE WILSON

Entertaining with a few issues

Revisado: 08-06-21

I don’t know what a page turner is on audible …anxious ear? Whatever it is, I found myself keen to see what would happen next. Without giving anything away, I found the behavior of the crew and scientists somewhat far-fetched. I guess it could happen tho.

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I miss him now that it's over

Revisado: 06-19-20

Ever miss a character when a book's over? If not, you will.. Amazing life. Amazing man.

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A must read for parents

Revisado: 05-13-15

The statistics are terrifying and we should all take note and take care.
That said, Krakauer clearly has a bias and "takes sides", assuming guilt in all cases. The men in the cases cited may very well be guilty--but one gets the feeling that he believes all accused are guilty--perhaps it is more in the performance than the writing--hard to say.


Friends, look out for each other.

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A great listen that should have never been written

Revisado: 11-09-12

I couldn't resist.
Despite knowing that this guy had broken all kinds of codes, I listened.
It was interesting and a great glimpse into and SF life.
It is well written.

I was seduced by the idea that much of the proceeds would go to widows and families of fallen warriors.
I have since discovered that they have refused it and that more is going to the author than I knew.

If you're looking for huge secrets or major insights, there really aren't any. There are details.
I'd say the book is 80% about coming up in the SEALS with 20% on the actual mission.
The author has since been silenced by the SF community.
You have to decide whether just buying it is encouraging this type of thing or not...
It makes a statement,
If i could do it over again, I'd pass.

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Gabriel is still Good

Revisado: 11-09-12

Gabriel Allon still interesting. I found there to be quite a bit of repetition in this book--a couple ideas and thoughts but still a very fun listen.
If you haven't listened to the series, worth going back to catch up!

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Still good but a bit too preachy

Revisado: 08-13-12

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

BC's books are great. And this narrator is one of the best, if not THE best. But BC has a tendency to slip into sanctimony at times. The story starts strong but, for me, toward the end especially, it gets too preachy about womens' rights, the environment, capitalism...
it's fine when the characters play out their flaws and talents but the multi page lectures on what's right and wrong were too many and too obvious.
As always, it's worth a listen, but not the best

Would you recommend Fishing for Stars to your friends? Why or why not?

Yes

What about Humphrey Bower’s performance did you like?

Everything. He is a master

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

yes

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Super interesting story

Revisado: 07-21-12

Where does Hominids rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Middle of the road

What was one of the most memorable moments of Hominids?

When the time wall is breached

What does Jonathan Davis and Robert J. Sawyer bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

emotional weight

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

no

Any additional comments?

A story out of the ordinary. You have to like Sci Fi

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Part 3 still great!

Revisado: 07-21-12

If you could sum up Solomon's Song in three words, what would they be?

Moving, Epic, Wish it would keep going

I am loving all of Bryce's books. As a fellow adman I am jealous and appreciative of his command of storytelling. Nice mix of moral, interest and, of course, all the wonderful Aussie and S. African turns of phrase and expressions. Makes me feel dumbs a box of hair :)

Humphrey Bower is the new king of narrators.
He rivals and surpasses in some ways Scott Brick and John Lee.
Amazing with accents, characters and emphasis

The Courtenay books are the best I have listened to in years! And I have 2 accounts listening to about 5 a month while super commuting.
You will love
Enjoy!

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

All great

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

A life well lived is a life well loved.

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Amazing Story & Narrator!

Revisado: 07-21-12

Would you listen to Brother Fish again? Why?

I am loving all of Bryce's books. As a fellow adman I am jealous and appreciative of his command of storytelling. Nice mix of moral, interest and, of course, all the wonderful Aussie and S. African turns of phrase and expressions. Makes me feel dumbs a box of hair :)

Humphrey Bower is the new king of narrators.
He rivals and surpasses in some ways Scott Brick and John Lee.
Amazing with accents, characters and emphasis

The Courtenay books are the best I have listened to in years! And I have 2 accounts listening to about 5 a month while super commuting.
You will love
Enjoy!

What other book might you compare Brother Fish to and why?

The Potato Factory
The Power of ONe--this is a kind of parallel story

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

Always great

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

All the fights

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This one's worth a credit!

Revisado: 09-08-09

With 4 hours of driving a day and 2 accounts I go through a lot of books!
This is great!
Demille does a fantastic job of deconstructing the war through his characters--both here and in other books. He gives us a soul victory if not a military one.
Great Story.
Scott Brick is the absolute best!

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