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Compelling Story Diffused By Overacting Performers

Revisado: 04-28-25

This was a book I wished I had read myself, because Emily & Ashley's voices started to annoy me with both of their overacting narrations. It nearly caused me to abort listening, but I kept on listening in respect for the Garner's story. However, the final chapter took it too far, and I felt like I was lied to after having had committed to finishing it. Take away the final chapter, and it would've ended much better. I will try another book by Katie Garner, but I will read it myself, and I won't be able to listen to another audiobook read by both of these performers. The breathy, staccato voice of the one caused multiple eyerolls, and the other one's monotonous alto voice made me tired.

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plot

Revisado: 08-03-24

The plot was the reason I bought this book, because it reminded me of other stories/movies of people stealing others' works, and I wanted to find out what happens. The protagonist's voice in the first half was stronger than the rest of the novel. I grew to not like the protagonist as the book reached the final half, and the final climax could have been stronger.

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Exquisite Memoir

Revisado: 04-14-23

Beautiful, emotional, and honest writing. Prince Harry's memoir was exquisitely written and sincere. What an amazing man.

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Heartbreakingly Beautiful Love Story

Revisado: 01-30-23

After seeing the movie, I just had to read (or rather listen to) the book. It was just as good as the movie. I loved their relationship and how Sicilian food was part of their love story, and it makes me want to go to Sicily just for the food. But I also loved how she grew in so many ways from his diagnosis to the end and even into the beginning of her next chapter of life without him. She learned so much, and sharing her lessons was enlightening, despite how sad it was. I truly loved their story and will most likely listen to this again sometime.

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Gritty and Realistic

Revisado: 06-25-22

At first I was a little startled by the raw, gritty descriptions, but then I realized how true and realistic this story seemed. It was a powerfully emotional story.

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Bittersweet & Delightful

Revisado: 06-09-22

Loved it! Probably more so because Molly Shannon read it herself. Parts were really sad, but then other parts were "superstar" funny! Highly recommend. She's so wonderful.

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Vital Story for Scientific Research

Revisado: 04-30-22

Skloot's book was riveting. She told an important story of an woman's life and her unknown contribution to cell research with scientific details that were easy to understand for the non-scientist. I liked how she meshed together the story of Henrietta along with the sciency stuff, because that's how it held my attention. Had it been all about the science, my mind might have glossed over it. But she made Henrietta a real person and not just a name. This book should be required reading for all Science & Biology majors in college.

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Forever Pollyanna

Revisado: 02-11-22

Ever since seeing her film Pollyanna as a young girl myself, I have always loved Hayley Mills. This memoir is evidence that no matter what hardships she endured, she always came out on the brighter side still full of positivity. It was a treat to hear her voice narrating.

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Entertaining & Fun Story

Revisado: 10-27-21

I wanted something fun to listen to, and the premise of the story intrigued me. Not only did I love the narrator's voice, but I loved the story, as well. It was very entertaining, and there were some surprise twists I didn't anticipate, so that made the story even better. I really enjoyed this audiobook!

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Entertaining Story

Revisado: 10-14-21

I loved the sound of this narrator's voice and would listen to her read anything. Aside from that, this author's story was very entertaining and suspenseful. Just when I thought I figured things out, I was wrong. I really enjoyed listening to this and highly recommend it.

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