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The Last Chapter is Extremely Inspiring

Revisado: 05-02-17

The author offered very practical tips on prospecting. I know I will make it a habit to listen to this book.

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Wonderful Story

Revisado: 12-29-16

I loved the story of King Tremaine and was delighted to learn there is a sequel.

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Satisfying

Revisado: 03-20-15

What made the experience of listening to My Soul to Take the most enjoyable?

Scintillating romance!!

What did you like best about this story?

The entire series is a testament to eternal love. Dawit showed us the depths of his passion in My Soul to Keep. Jessica rose as a heroine while living in the aftermath of Dawit's passion in The Living Blood. In Blood Colony, we experienced the flirtation of a new, young and potentially fatal love. My Soul to Take demonstrated the maturity of the individuals involved in the flirtation of book 3 and how that maturity allowed two beings that could have destroyed each other to happily coexist in a world of their choosing. It is a satisfying end to a beautiful circle of love, passion and consequences.

What aspect of Lizan Mitchell’s performance would you have changed?

She is not my favorite narrator. Luckily the story made it easy to get past the performance.

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

Love, passion and consequences

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Characters that Stay with Yo

Revisado: 03-03-15

Ms Whetstone writes compelling stories with heroines that haunt you long after the story ends. I know Nina and Nan will be with me for a considerable amount of time as I contemplate the dynamics of their tortured relationship and their individual struggles with their personal demons. I can't say that I identified with a particular character in the book, but I definitely felt their anguish over the choices they made in life. I believe that the antagonism I felt toward Nan through the majority of the story was pierced.and diluted with empathy and hope when Ms Whetstone skillfully changed the perspective of the narrative toward the end of the story

Beyond an absorbing story and multidimensional characters, I am often struck by the understated elegance of Ms Whetstone's literary style. On more than one occasion I stopped to marvel at the beauty of her language structure.

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Haunting Story of Love & Loneliness

Revisado: 08-23-14

If you could sum up Heft in three words, what would they be?

Love's many faces

Who was your favorite character and why?

Arthur Opp was undoubtedly my favorite character. I became his cheerleader throughout the story. From the first preview listen to the completion of the book, the professor's humanity tugged at my soul. The professor had many insecurities and vulnerabilities that began in his childhood. We all have insecurities and it was easy to identify with him as a result. With such a limited support system, it was easy to see how he had allowed himself to dwell in a self-imposed prison. With each chapter, I found myself rooting for him as he attempted to overcome his personal issues to get past the traumas of his life.

What does Kirby Heyborne and Keith Szarabajka bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Authenticity. When reading we often perceive characters in the manner in which we can best identify. Kirby and Keith were able to present the characters with the same traits my mind's ear would have heard them as having.

If you could take any character from Heft out to dinner, who would it be and why?

I would take Charlene out to dinner. She was equally traumatized by life as was the professor. I would have encouraged her not to isolate herself from the professor, because they needed each other.

Any additional comments?

The story made you think of the "what if's" and the "only if's" about these characters' lives. Just as everyone looks back on their own lives of the paths they left untraveled. In spite of the "what if's", I was satisfied with the conclusion.

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A Perfect Mystery

Revisado: 03-08-14

If you could sum up Mister Slaughter in three words, what would they be?

A satisfying tale

What was one of the most memorable moments of Mister Slaughter?

Learning the ingredients of Mrs. Such's sausages. The peppers were not enough...

What about Edoardo Ballerini’s performance did you like?

Mr. Ballerini's performance was masterful. Most notable is the fact that he maintains the consistent characterizations for all of the characters throughout the series.

Who was the most memorable character of Mister Slaughter and why?

Mr. Slaughter was most memorable character for this story. As the prevailing villain, I was intrigued to learn how he became so villainous.

Any additional comments?

It seems each installment of the Matthew Corbett series is better than its predecessors. The same is true of Mr. Slaughter.

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Not what I expected

Revisado: 03-08-14

What made the experience of listening to Swan Song the most enjoyable?

The story quickly drew me in and didn't let me go until the very end. I did not intend to listen to it non-stop, but ultimately I did. I started the book thinking it would be similar to the Matthew Corbett series by the same author. Instead, it was a post apocalyptic novel and I love this genre. It had a bit of mysticism in it and it played better than I would have expected with the story.

Who was your favorite character and why?

My three favorite characters were Swan, Joshua & Sister. I liked these characters individually and I loved the way they interacted with each other. They all demonstrated that in the worst of circumstances the human spirit can remain compassionate, determined and faithful.

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

This was my first time listening to this narrator.

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

Yes. I listened to it all day and night.

Any additional comments?

I consider the Matthew Corbett series and Swan Song to be to very different literary genres. It is rare for an author to write across genres and be just as compelling of a storyteller in each genre. I applaud Robert McCammon for being able to do it so well.

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Would have been great without politics

Revisado: 02-20-14

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

I now regret the time spent on this book. I was enjoying the story until the political overtones became overwhelming.

What could A. American have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you?

The story would have been just as good if we didn't have to hear the author's views on socialism and conspiracy theories about the government revoking individual citizens' rights. I enjoy post-civilization fiction. However, this story felt more like Tea Party propaganda.

Would you listen to another book narrated by Duke Fontaine?

Yes, Duke Fontaine can only read what is in the book.

If this book were a movie would you go see it?

Nope.

Any additional comments?

I was thoroughly disappointed by the end

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Challenged My Personal Beliefs

Revisado: 12-04-13

Would you consider the audio edition of The Chamber to be better than the print version?

I would not consider it better, simply more convenient.

What did you like best about this story?

The subject matter (the death penalty) evokes strong opinions from most people. Going in, I had my beliefs on the matter, however, the skillful rendering of the story challenged my beliefs at various points. I believe a good story should challenge your preconceived notions on a topic.

What about Michael Beck’s performance did you like?

Michael Beck's characterizations were done so well, I often forgot there was just one narrator.

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

Yes, but other obligations prevented listening to it all at once.

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Return to Clanton, MS

Revisado: 12-04-13

Would you listen to Sycamore Row again? Why?

I would listen to this story again in a few years. John Grisham's characters in Clanton, MS live in your heart and mind long after the story is told. Sycamore Row returns to Clanton, the town in which we first got to know Harry Rex, Lucien and Jake. Its like visiting old friends.

What other book might you compare Sycamore Row to and why?

Sycamore Row will naturally be compared with The Last Juror and A Time To Kill. The two stories in which we previously visited Clanton, MS with John Grisham. Grisham's legal tales seem more compelling when told in the context of this slow-paced southern town, filled with the local eccentrics.

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

I especially like Michael Beck's performances of John Grisham's books. I have heard him perform The Chamber as well. I will probably look for his other narrations on Audible as well.

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

The final scene was impactful.

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