Miranda

Chick lit

Revisado: 07-25-12

What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?

Nothing, as the plot seems to be really boring.
It would have helped if it had been more clearly pointed out that this was a translation from German and if the German names and words had been pronounced correctly.

What could Dora Heldt and Jamie Lee Searle (translator) have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you?

Give the plot more depth

How did the narrator detract from the book?

It annoyed me that the German names and words were pronounced wrong. One would expect a narrator with German knowledge and proficiency.

What character would you cut from Inseparable?

I did not finish the book

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Ugly people have feelings too !

Revisado: 07-25-12

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

This book can be read by adults and adolescents. The story and different characters were easy to follow. It shows that we all have our problems in life, the good, the good looking, the bad and the ugly.
Although each character was read by the same narrator, she managed to bring across the different people very well.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Ryan. Because he seems to be a dream come true. He is a traveller with a stamp on his forehead that says trouble. But he is the complete opposite. He has manners, is nice and sees through appearances.

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

She can bring different characters out very well.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

not necessarily, but it did keep me gripped till the end

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A family tale with character

Revisado: 07-25-12

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

It was a nice read. Jodi Picoult knows how to write a plot, describe her characters. This book is written and narrated by the different members of the family and your imagination clearly paints a picture for each. The difficulty of family life is well depicted, especially when drama hits it or when one or more characters are special, absent or to present. The frustration and feelings of each member can be felt.
I would not call this a mind blowing book, but it was a goo story, well read and constructed.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Lone Wolf?

The difficulty a family faces when having to choose over life and death of a member.

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

Each character is read by a different narrator. That makes the story true and believable. The voices are well suited.

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

The brother/sister relationship

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Transporting story

Revisado: 05-08-12

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

This story really transported me back in time. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

What other book might you compare The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane to and why?

The scarlet letter

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

The potency of women

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Just could not get into it

Revisado: 05-08-12

What would have made Precious better?

I had to stop listening to this book after a few pages. The voice was annoying and it just didn't grip me.

Has Precious turned you off from other books in this genre?

no.

What didn’t you like about Bahni Turpin’s performance?

the voice

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What if this really happened...?

Revisado: 05-22-11

Usually books with a simple plot or where nothing happens can easily be boring. Not this one. Its strength lies in the ties between father and son, in the desperation of staying alive, of asking yourself scary 'what if' questions. It grips you, especially if you are a parent and start to imagine what could happen, how you would react as a parent. It poses the question whether life is better at all cost. It shows the wisdom of a child and the guilt and love and hopelessness of a parent.
It's just simply brilliant and makes you cry.

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Good read

Revisado: 05-22-11

I have read a few Picoult (audio)books and quite liked the story of this one. How she draws parallels between humans and whales, how she describes a passion that takes over and threatens to ruin a family. I like the road movie part of Jane and Rebecca travelling cross country to escape. The only little doubt came when Jane is in love with Sam after only a few days.
I like her eye for detail on whales, apples etc
The story is well read and well written. It pulls you along until the end. A good read.

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