Utah Granny

A Likttle Too Much Psycho-Indian References

Revisado: 04-07-17

What did you love best about Hell Is Empty?

Walt Longmeyer's tenacity

What was one of the most memorable moments of Hell Is Empty?

When Walt finally gets the bad guy.

What about George Guidall’s performance did you like?

George, as always, did a magnificent job. Rather than just reading, he acts.

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

Hallucinations in the Snow. Walt battles his own demons.

Any additional comments?

I prefer a little more reality as opposed to the supernatural turn . This was still a good read, but i would like less hallucinations.

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Surprisingly Gifted Writer

Revisado: 04-07-17

What did you love best about Requiem?

I loved the ending resolution of the trilogy. I also loved the beautiful and consise imagery the author sort of tosses in between the story line.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Laina

Which character – as performed by Sarah Drew – was your favorite?

Laina

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

The ending

Any additional comments?

One does not expect a beautifully written text when dealing with science fiction. This author has great talent. Also, the reader did an exquisite job on all the parts.

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Sad, but Uplifting

Revisado: 02-19-17

What made the experience of listening to With Love from the Inside the most enjoyable?

The story line itself

What was one of the most memorable moments of With Love from the Inside?

The meeting of mother and daughter

Which scene was your favorite?

The meeting of mother and daughter

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

not really

Any additional comments?

I liked how the book goes from one voice to another, chapter by chapter. This made it less confusing than some other books i have listened to.

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Refreshingly Honest

Revisado: 01-16-17

Would you listen to Wonder again? Why?

Yes. I enjoyed every aspect of it and did listen to many parts over again

What other book might you compare Wonder to and why?

To Catch a Mockingbird. Because it is told by a child who sees life through unblemished eyes.

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

I loved the inuendos of the voices. I especially liked Auggie's soft voice. It portrayed his sensitive soul.

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

It was a book I was reluctant to stop listening to

Any additional comments?

I applaud the author on his fine tuned understanding of people. He had a unique, straight forward way of presenting them. I loved the father who could always laugh with his son.

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Engaging and Interesting

Revisado: 11-21-16

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

Yes. It brought out the insanity of burocracy and how the individual can be forgotten.

Would you be willing to try another book from Diane Guerrero and Michelle Burford ? Why or why not?

No. this was interesting, but not interesting enough to lead me to more of their works.

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

Her expressions, laughter, and her own interpretations .

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

Probably not.

Any additional comments?

This was an eye opener for me. I cannot see any government agency just abandoning a child. I would have thought they would have card for her somehow.

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The Best of the Best

Revisado: 11-21-16

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

adventure, mystery,pathos

What other book might you compare The Highwayman to and why?

I can only compare it to other books in this series.

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

I think it is his expression of the material that brings the characters, particularly Walt, to life. He doesn't just read; he acts.

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

Bordering Insanity

Any additional comments?

This was the best book of the series that I have read, so far. Loved it!

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Woman Detective Story

Revisado: 11-08-16

What made the experience of listening to Maisie Dobbs the most enjoyable?

The author's characterizations.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Maisie Dobbs?

The culminating scene where the Commander is revealed as a mentally disturbed man.

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

No

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

A poor girl rises through the ranks and comes out on top.

Any additional comments?

I enjoyed this book. I especially liked the portrayal of a girl overcoming social class inhibitors. The story line is enjoyable.

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Creepy, Gripping,and Bloody

Revisado: 11-08-16

Would you listen to The Eaton again? Why?

No. The story was the thing. Once you know the story there is no point in going over it.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Sarah. She had the brains to survive and the guts to persevere.

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

Drama

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

No, Neither one. It was more like a horrible fascination.

Any additional comments?

This is a good story. I think the author drug it out too long and made it impossible for the characters to survive. I also would have been happier if there were fewer F words. They are useless in giving the reader an idea of what the charactyer is feeling.

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Reader Needs to Use Feeling

Revisado: 09-22-16

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

Not really

What other book might you compare The Screwtape Letters to and why?

This is one of a kind.

What three words best describe Ralph Cosham’s voice?

Dull, dreary, lifeless. (Sorry)

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

I wouldn't make a film of this book.

Any additional comments?

I know this is a classic, but couldn't it be read with a little more feeling? I would have liked it better if the reader had been a little more dramatic.

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Great Portrayal of a Good Hearted Girl

Revisado: 09-22-16

Where does Whistling Past the Graveyard rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

It is one of the best. Maybe even #1.

What other book might you compare Whistling Past the Graveyard to and why?

Fried Green Tomatoes. Because it shows southern life in a realistic way and promotes compassion for others.

What about Amy Rubinate’s performance did you like?

I loved her child like innocence in the reading of Starla.

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

No, but I might have if I could have.

Any additional comments?

I think the author must have good memories of her childhood because she wrote with such understanding of a child's thinking. I also liked the fact that Starla was a champion for equal rights and fair play for everyone. This was a good example of a morally good person.

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