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Uncommon Grounds
- Narrated by: Karen Savage
- Length: 5 hrs and 55 mins
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Publisher's summary
A body in a pool of skim milk.
An unsavory discovery at any time, but especially inconvenient when the milk puddle is in front of the espresso machine the very morning you're scheduled to open your chic suburban coffee house, Uncommon Grounds.
AND the body is one of your partners, leaving you and your other partner - the one who's still alive - as suspects.
Which would all be bad enough, even if your husband HADN'T dumped you for his dental assistant, Little Miss Tooth de Lay, leading you to jettison your old life and invest what little you have left in Uncommon Grounds, which now appears - like your marriage - to be circling the drain.
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- By: Sofie Kelly
- Narrated by: Cassandra Campbell
- Length: 10 hrs and 28 mins
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When librarian Kathleen Paulson moved to Mayville Heights, Minnesota, she had no idea that two strays would nuzzle their way into her life. Owen is a tabby with a catnip addiction and Hercules is a stocky tuxedo cat who shares Kathleen's fondness for Barry Manilow. But beyond all the fur and purrs, there's something more to these felines. When murder interrupts Mayville's Music Festival, Kathleen finds herself the prime suspect.
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Promising "Cozy" Series
- By Chalis on 07-11-14
By: Sofie Kelly
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The Accident
- A Novel
- By: Linwood Barclay
- Narrated by: Peter Berkrot
- Length: 12 hrs and 14 mins
- Unabridged
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It’s the new normal at the Garber household in Connecticut: Glen, a contractor, has seen his business shaken by the housing crisis, and now his wife, Sheila, is taking a business course at night to increase her chances of landing a good-paying job. But she should have been home by now. Waiting for Sheila’s return, with their eight-year-old daughter sleeping soundly, Glen soon finds his worst fears confirmed: Sheila and two others have been killed in a car accident. Adding to the tragedy, the police claim Sheila was responsible. Glen knows it’s impossible.
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Political statements are annoying
- By 9S on 04-06-12
By: Linwood Barclay
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The Real Enemy
- Sophie Trace Trilogy, Book 1
- By: Kathy Herman
- Narrated by: Tim Lundeen
- Length: 9 hrs and 10 mins
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Brill Jessup just became the first female police chief in Sophie Trace, Tennessee, and is riding on the credentials of a stellar 18-year career on the Memphis police force. She may be a pro at finding clues, but she tends to ignore the obvious in her personal life. Her husband, Kurt, is weighed down by her unrelenting anger as he struggles to let God redeem the stupidest mistake he ever made.
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Glad it's a Series!
- By Martha on 11-05-12
By: Kathy Herman
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Knot in My Backyard
- By: Mary Marks
- Narrated by: Dara Rosenberg
- Length: 8 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
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Baseball may be America’s official favorite pastime, but for Martha Rose and her friends, quilting is far more fun… and a lot less dangerous. A diamond brocade pattern is more quilter Martha Rose’s style than a baseball diamond - especially when it comes to the new eyesore of a stadium ruining her lovely San Fernando Valley neighborhood. Martha doesn’t know a bunt from a bundt cake, but when she stumbles upon the battered body of baseball coach Dax Martin, she doesn’t need a scorecard to know it’s foul play.
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Great book!
- By Madonna on 01-11-15
By: Mary Marks
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A Deadly Grind
- Vintage Kitchen Mystery Series, # 1
- By: Victoria Hamilton
- Narrated by: Emily Woo Zeller
- Length: 9 hrs and 33 mins
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When vintage cookware and cookbook collector Jaymie Leighton spies an original 1920s Hoosier brand kitchen cabinet at an estate auction, it's love at first sight. Despite the protests of her sister that the 19th-century yellow-brick house they share in Michigan is already too cluttered with Jaymie's "junk," she successfully outbids the other buyers and triumphantly takes home her Hoosier.
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History can be deadly in this cozy mystery!
- By Byron on 04-28-14
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Mistletoe Murder
- A Lucy Stone Mystery, Book 1
- By: Leslie Meier
- Narrated by: Karen White
- Length: 6 hrs and 17 mins
- Unabridged
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As if baking holiday cookies, knitting a sweater for her husband, and making her daughter’s angel costume for the church pageant weren’t enough things for Lucy Stone’s busy Christmas schedule, she’s also working nights at the famous mail-order company Country Cousins. But when she discovers Sam Miller, its very wealthy founder, dead in his car from an apparent suicide, the sleuth in her knows something just doesn’t smell right.
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5 stars
- By Beatrice on 12-21-20
By: Leslie Meier
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The Last Place You Look
- By: Kristen Lepionka
- Narrated by: Allyson Ryan
- Length: 10 hrs and 25 mins
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Nobody knows what happened to Sarah Cook. The beautiful blonde teenager disappeared 15 years ago, the same night her parents were brutally murdered in their suburban Ohio home. Her boyfriend, Brad Stockton - black and from the wrong side of the tracks - was convicted of the murders and is now on death row. Though he's maintained his innocence all along, the clock is running out. His execution is only weeks away when his devoted sister insists she spied Sarah at an area gas station.
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Alcoholic PI
- By Karwyn on 05-17-18
By: Kristen Lepionka
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Weekend Warriors
- Sisterhood, Book 1
- By: Fern Michaels
- Narrated by: Laural Merlington
- Length: 6 hrs and 6 mins
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On the surface, these seven women are as different as can be - but each has had her share of bad luck, from cheating husbands to sexist colleagues to a legal system that often doesn't do its job. Now, drawn together by tragedy, they're forging a bond that will help them right the wrongs committed against them and discover an inner strength they didn't know they had. The Sisterhood is learning that when bad things happen, you can roll over and play dead...or you can get up fighting...
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Weekend Warriors
- By Ms Mare on 04-04-09
By: Fern Michaels
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A Crafty Killing
- Victoria Square Mystery, Book 1
- By: Lorraine Bartlett
- Narrated by: Jorjeana Marie
- Length: 8 hrs and 44 mins
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The last thing Katie Bonner wanted was to become the manager of Artisans Alley. But when her business partner Ezra Hilton is found bludgeoned to death, she has no other choice. Business under Ezra had been faltering - but was it enough to provoke someone to murder? Only Katie can find the answer.
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So-so
- By Kathi on 04-30-15
What listeners say about Uncommon Grounds
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- Beatrice
- 05-08-12
I'll have another cup please
This is one of the most entertaining new series I have read in a while. I was hooked after the first page. In a small town in Wisconsin, Caron Egan, Patricia Harper, and Maggie Thorsen open up a gourmet coffee shop, UNCOMMON GROUNDS. On the day they open for business, Patricia dies in what seems like an electrocution accident. But the sheriff sees things differently. Sheriff Pavlik thinks someone tampered with the latte maker to intentionally kill Patricia. He begins to look at the business partners first.
The characters are realistic, likeable, interesting and well-developed. There are many plot twist to keep you guessing. Other than Maggie my favorite character is Sarah. Her blunt sarcastic comments are funny and keep the story rolling at a fast pace.
I wish the entire 7 book series was available through audiobooks. I bought the rest of the series for my Kindle. If you are a fan of light mysteries you will love this book.
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- Sofiya
- 07-20-14
Absolutely mediocre
What did you like best about Uncommon Grounds? What did you like least?
Both the story and the narration are totally unremarkable. No emotions, no thoughts, just a passtime.
What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!)
Honestly, just a relief that the story has ended.
Would you listen to another book narrated by Karen Savage?
There is no reason not to. Performance is decent, so if the story is worthy of listening, then why not?
Was Uncommon Grounds worth the listening time?
Definitely not.
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- Karissa
- 01-23-14
Entertaining and Refreshing
Sometimes those 3 for 2 sales do work out...
Three friends become partners in a coffee shop. On opening day, one friend is found dead and the other two girls become suspects.
The story moves quickly. Great snarky dialogue and fun relatable characters. The ending is a bit abrupt, but it doesn't leave you hanging.
The narration was good.
Not sure I would have tried these books on my own, but I will keep going with this enjoyable series.
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- CINDY R. ANGELI
- 11-11-18
Uncommonly good!
Sandra Balzo has captured the essence of an in-depth murder investigation. This series has a fabulous main character, Maggi Thorsen, who fits in our current political era. It’s nice to see a women’s perspective from a bright coffee shop owner. The narrator, Karen Savage, did a great job! #lovesandrabalzo #whodoneit? #itsallaboutthecoffee #tagsgiving #sweepstakes
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- Nicole
- 02-05-14
A Film Noir Narration of a Well Done Cozy Mystery
What made the experience of listening to Uncommon Grounds the most enjoyable?
The story is written very well and it held my interest. I usually listen while I paint or work in my studio so I'm not looking for a complicated story. I really liked the character development though sometimes it was difficult to differentiate between the different character voices.
Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?
There were a couple parts of the book that were fast paced, but i frequently felt on edge because of the way the narrator was reading. It seemed like she had an artificial urgency in her voice at parts when there was no need.
What does Karen Savage bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
I felt like I was listening to a female version of a film noir inner monologue. For me,though, this didn't really distract from the narration, but I didn't find it necessary, nor did it fit with the words she was reading.
Any additional comments?
I really enjoyed this first book of the series and I will continue with it. The narration wasn't ideal, but once I became immersed in the story, I stopped noticing the affectations.
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- Jan
- 02-05-14
Surprisingly good
What made the experience of listening to Uncommon Grounds the most enjoyable?
The main character is very real-I like that in a protagonist. She leads a life I can relate to and understand.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Uncommon Grounds?
The unexpected plot twist at the end.
Which character – as performed by Karen Savage – was your favorite?
Maggie, the protagonist
If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?
You'll Get a Jolt from that Espresso :-)
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- Amazon Customer
- 07-01-24
Speed of playback was off - too fast.
Speed of playback was off - too fast. Otherwise, it was an entertaining mystery. Kept me guessing to the end.
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- Sandra B
- 04-29-12
Karen Savage as Maggy Thorsen is TERRIFIC!!
I have a bit of a bias here (okay, a HUGE bias), since I wrote the book. But . . . .well, this is the first of my nine books (seven in this series and two in another) and the first available as an audio book.
I auditioned a number of narrators and Karen Savage had me, to paraphrase, at "Chapter One." She IS the voice I hear in my head when I write my books.
Maggy Thorsen, my protagonist, is not your usual amateur sleuth so she's a little tricky to voice. Maggy's got a bit of a chip on her shoulder--she's funny, cynical and all too human. As narrator, Karen Savage does a wonderful job of portraying a woman you may not always love, but you will unswervingly root for.
I'm very pleased to have Karen as the voice of Maggy in this first book and, by the end of the year, another three Maggys!
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- John S.
- 09-02-12
Karen Savage's narration an excellent fit
She kept me listening to an otherwise "O.K. but not great" mystery. One suggestion though: slow it down - your protagonist isn't a Federal Express person!
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- Col
- 03-06-14
Good Coffee Mystery
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
I would recommend this book to anyone liking mysteries. The murderer isn't obvious. There are plenty of side stories to keep you engaged.
Who was your favorite character and why?
Maggy and Sara. Maggy is funny and so is Sara. They both have a rye sense of humor and Sara is snarky. Frank the dog.
Have you listened to any of Karen Savage’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
This was my first book.
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
There were plenty of laughs throughout.
Any additional comments?
I like mysteries and coffee references.
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