Voltaire

50 Hour Immersion

Revisado: 09-20-23

Reading Ann Rice 1K page masterpiece through Kate Readings Spectacular Performance was like having a guided tour of a fever dream.

Brilliance.

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Haunting and Prophetic

Revisado: 07-31-23

Before reading I did not know the names of Maureen, Melissa, Amber, Megan or Shannan. Kolker’s outstanding unsolved mystery appears to be solved, or has it simply started a new chapter?

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Mikita Fan -This Book Not So Much

Revisado: 08-07-21

Loved Brottman’s work An Unexplained Death although I did not share her ultimate analysis.
This piece would have been better served had she narrated it herself, from her POV similarly as ultimately it is her clinical investigative curiosity that is driving her in the first place.

The narration was abysmal, and because I don’t like to be unkind, I just kept thinking the artist was trying to imitate Brottman, failing miserably. I’m not sure how anyone can narrate with such an obvious disinterest.
Hit the actual Library and loan it for this one.

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Audio Book Report

Revisado: 07-07-21

Poor description of the title and certainly glad I did not waste a credit on this. It’s almost like an interview transcript or audio research notes for a book report. It’s not even enough to qualify for any post grad work like a thesis or dissertation but it is definitely formatted similarly.
The narration of the work is unsalvageable and I was left wondering if the artist was using this piece as a demo or stepping stone. Even Scott Brick would fall asleep from this content.

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Excellent Storyline- Better BBC Series

Revisado: 09-28-19

I purchased this book in pre-order in 2011 and forgot about it until I came across the new BBC series first season. Maybe it’s me, but I really needed the “visual” connection to these characters and story arcs to keep my sincere interest and to finish all three books. As many reviewers point out- it does seem like this basic genre may be suffering from a bit of saturation and the Authors motivation was to throw an actual historians hat in the ring at the time that Vampire Diaries, Twilight and The Magicians have satisfied the “covens” yearning for their forbidden Vampire + human relationships.

The second book in this series was a filler to protract the end, in my view it was unnecessary ( I returned it) and I am hoping the richness of Harkness historical prowess shines through the TV series ( although what is with the 8 episodes a season, it’s not GOT) . In contrast, I find the Cable series positively lavish and the cinematography and editing so far exceeds the imagination ( which should be the goal). The thing that really sets this work apart from translating as your basic historical tome, is that one of the main plot lines is the genetics factor- I am hopeful the series pays more attention to the prospect of this more contemporary Scientific angle than the books did. It was clear to me it was not Harkness’s wheelhouse.

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Solar Battery Included

Revisado: 08-14-19

About as close as one can get to observing this entire true crime story unfold as if watching through a giant terrarium, Renner narrating Renner was a brilliant choice.

The intersections of the Author, victims, investigators witnesses and suspects serve to “charge” Renner’s missive here- to solve the nearly 30 year old murder of Amy Mijaljevic.

While the book was written in 2006, Renner only preformed the narration in late 2018. At times, I swore I could hear the very faint giggle of an innocent 10 year old making her approval and her presence known. When this case is solved it will be in no small part due to Renners work.

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Like a literary corn maze

Revisado: 10-09-15

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

Yes.

Any additional comments?

I cant spoiler alert- but I want to re-read #8 to see if I missed end of #7 left open.

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Stellar. Creepy. Scary.

Revisado: 10-05-15

Where does The Doll Maker rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I have read dozens of audiobooks- while many have been excellent ( and I admit some are the dreary work kind) I have never been actually scared in broad daylight on a 5 lane highway while listening to a book before.

What other book might you compare The Doll Maker to and why?

I wouldn't. For me, this was a stand alone narration performance "off screen" but so vivid and character-rich the mental stage was plenty.

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

NO- but I intend to- he was magnificent!

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

Scared a criminalist- jus sayin.

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Brilliant Novel, Brilliant Narration

Revisado: 09-11-15

If you could sum up The Girl in the Spider's Web in three words, what would they be?

Perfect 4th Addition

What other book might you compare The Girl in the Spider's Web to and why?

The Millennium Series by Stieg Larson has been one of my favorites for years- I admit I was anxious about how this author would continue his work- it's fantastic.

Which character – as performed by Simon Vance – was your favorite?

Lisbeth Salander

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

The relationship between Lisbeth and August

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Best since Blink

Revisado: 12-12-14

What made the experience of listening to David and Goliath the most enjoyable?

Not his narration, lol. He is very dry and that makes it tough to get through what I might refer to the statistical portion of the book- but it is well worth it.

What other book might you compare David and Goliath to and why?

Gladwell writes from the educational perspective. He wants us to know that thinking differently is not bad- it is productive and we should treat those that do not think like us as a possible learning tool.

Would you listen to another book narrated by Malcolm Gladwell?

yes, I would. My schedule is such that I rarely have time to read an actual book or one on my Kindle- commuting is my time to enjoy books.

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

The proper take on David and Goliath and the real lesson that we need to revisit the way we see our influences.

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