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Captivating story!

Revisado: 09-12-16

I bought this book knowing nothing of Li Cunxin, his defection and ballet career, and little of China under Chairman Mao. Very quickly though, I waa drawn into this sweeping story of a peasant turned world-famous headline-making Westerner. I would have loved more detail into the daily life of Cunxin both as a boy and a famous ballet dancer. He puts more importance on events, which I will say is unsurprising as his life is certainly an eventful one! It was nice to listen to this, as one gets the correct pronunciation of the Chinese words of the story. Agree with previous reviewers that the choice of narrator was maybe not the best, but the fast pace and interesting subject matter make this a very small complaint. I would definitely recommend this listen!!

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Ever heard of the minimalists?

Revisado: 08-02-16

For anyone reading through reviews debating whether to purchase, ask yourself if you have ever heard of the minimalists. This is a collection of essays, many of which drawn right from their blog. Anyone who has read any amount of their posts will be familiar with the content here, most of which can be read for free. However, if your answer is no, by all means enjoy the amazing content and perfect narration of Essential.

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Returned!

Revisado: 08-02-16

I ended up returning this book because the narration was so strange. The narrator seems like she is trying to do an unnatural voice, and sounds so breathy and faint.

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Food for thought

Revisado: 08-02-16

This collection of essays gives a lot to think on! Readers of the zen habits blog will be familiar with Leo Babautas writing. i.e. his deep thoughts contrasted with only occasional condescension and high handedness. A lot of good work here though, a must for anyone who craves a simpler minimal lifestyle

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When it's good it's very very good...

Revisado: 08-02-16

I purchased this audiobook when it was a daily deal and finished it in about a week, listening while I did my chores all day! I got caught up in the saga of the super rich Bradford family, and the good parts were awesome. However, a couple things got in the way of completely enjoying the story. The women's voices are grating and shallow, I almost cringed whenever Lizzie was speaking, though she's a fair character otherwise. Her and Lane have a good story, but her gesture at the end of the book is pretty trite. A let down. I am just starting the sequel, mainly to find out the rest of the story with Gin and Richard, Edward, Shelby, and Sutton. The setting and the drama surrounding Lizzie and Lane make up for these complaints, I would recommend for someone who doesn't mind a mediocre performance.

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Narrator was perfect, Clive Cussler is excellent

Revisado: 05-02-16

I loved this book, like all others from this author. the Isaac Bell series takes a little more time together into than the other series... stick with this one! My one complaint is that the ending was a little predictable. The scene with Isaac and Culp admiring the ice yacht is a pretty clear indicator that it will play a part in the explosive ending, even more so when Isaac purchases his own. However, Clive Cusslers fast paced novels are always an engrossing treat.

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