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Witching hour

Revisado: 07-05-18

Polly Lee brought this complex tale of women and power to life. She switched skillfully between male and female characters in a way that was clear and believable. I was enthralled with the story because of her. I also thoroughly enjoyed Louisa Morgan’s talent in my weaving together a multi generational story. The weakest part of this outstanding book was the last section. The reader must suspend disbelief in one part of that story. However, you must read the book to find the one singular weakness in a stellar tale.

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Really? Not her best but enjoyable none the less

Revisado: 06-02-18

When listening to this book, imagine it as a movie that incorporates multiple plot twists. Otherwise, the actions of the protagonist border on idiocy. He "can't believe this is happening" despite the fact that he's the source of his own misery. That being said, Scottoline incorporates plot elements that keep the listener listening until the neatly tied up ending. Perhaps the narrator contributes to my annoyance with his overly dramatic and often breathless performance. He imbues each character with his own interpretation rather than allowing the listener to develop a personal picture.

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Timely talk

Revisado: 05-24-18

John Avlon skillfully interweaves Washington's Farewell Speech into the complicated and tangled history of the Great American Experience of democracy. He allows readers to draw their own conclusions about the current state of our messy political system, remaining a neutral observer. The conclusion alone is worth the time.

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Improbable Tale

Revisado: 05-08-18

Tana French is a fine and engaging writer, which is fortunate given the improbable nature of this twisted tale. I kept listening because, despite the need to stretch credulity, I enjoyed the narrator and French's ability to suck the reader in with her skillful writing. So, if you listen to this book, be aware that the story is improbable.

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After Reading

Revisado: 05-08-18

This book gets a five star clean house rating. I was so enthralled ,with the dark twists and turns that I cleaned vigorously in order to justify listening until the end.

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New Yorkers 0nly

Revisado: 04-14-18

This self-absorbed tale of privileged white people may be enjoyed by that same demographic. The characters were unsympathetic, two-dimensional spoiled rich kids; the two non-white characters matched stereotypes that abound. Finally, the narrator's voice grated and she lacked the ability to give credible voice to anyone. I wished that I followed you instinct and returned it after listening to the first hour. I expected better from Quindlen!

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Interminable and Tedious!

Revisado: 02-09-18

Suffice it say that I wish I had ended the tortuous tale early on. However, I kept thinking it would get better. Ultimately, I increased the speed to 1.5 just to bring it to an end. Fortunately, the narrator is talented and saved the book from absolute tedium.

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Interminable and Tedious!

Revisado: 02-09-18

Suffice it say that I wish I had ended the tortuous tale early on. However, I kept thinking it would get better. Ultimately, I increased the speed to 1.5 just to bring it to an end. Fortunately, the narrator is talented and saved the book from absolute tedium.

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Formulaic

Revisado: 11-28-17

An enjoyable listen but Patterson still relies heavily on formulaic writing. His portrayal of women relies upon sexual stereotypes such as the outdated idea that every female lusts after marriage. I would be willing to bet that any description of strong women were written by Maxine not James.

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Not. Horror Story!

Revisado: 11-05-17

Stephen and Owen King have written yet another apocalyptic novel that incorporates environmental, social, and psychological issues within the context of a catastrophic event that renders half of the world's population ineffective. The authors explore the nature of relationship between women and men, parents and children, bully and victim to name a few. They also address the issue of guns and wanton violence that might occur without the influence of women on society. The story unfolds with the requisite King style violence and bloodshed that strips away the veneer of civility. The book causes the reader to pause and contemplate our so called civilized society. Enjoyable!

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