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A sweet slice of Hope Punk

Revisado: 02-17-24

Joyfully narrated this little ditty entrances and provides us with a glimpse of what could be, if only we chose it. Written for "Anyone who could use a break." It does not falter to attain that intention. Plus, its funny, witty, endearing and above all charming.

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Expansive and reverent

Revisado: 03-26-23

It’s not so much that it’s an expansive telling of Henry Darger as it is a thought expanding exploration of how art informs art. The creators clearly put a lot of heart into what is effectively a mini series on Henry and his influence.

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Roadtrip through the Middle Ages

Revisado: 12-20-22

The narration makes the incredible descriptions and rich characters pop. I'm not much of a Knight on quest reader/listener and you don't have to be one to enjoy methinks. Plus there's a quick trip through the levels of Hell that will haunt. Not for the squeamish that's for sure. Lit horror at its best!

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What if your child was a monster?

Revisado: 12-15-22

That's what Fritz is getting at. So apt for our time of monsters. The writing is off the chain winding us through two perspectives, mom and dad. Different choices. The cast is - well, i don't have another word for it - amazeballs! Heartfelt, powerful, the story leaps off the page through their invested, and craft-filled performances. And the production quality is super eerie! I kept turning around as I wandered about listening to it expecting to see the scene unfolding right before me. Why are you reading this and not listening to this masters class in short, topical horror right now?

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I wish I could unread it ...

Revisado: 06-03-22

... so I could read it again. The story is simple and rich. The twists and turns poignant. Reveals blinding. I'm not a big fan of most authors reading their own books but Fletcher is pitch perfect. And it's spot on for the first person narrative. He owns the story as no one could. The craft is off the chain. Mystery. Stakes (all of them). A singular ride to boot. Fingers crossed for another trip.

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A Peak at Futures Here

Revisado: 09-06-21

This is an emaculate collection of diverse stories centered on diverse identities. Narration is impeccable. The breadth and qualities of the stories is a wonderland of … what if … based on what has been experienced and what we might know.

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Suspenseful, Heart-full + Interdimensional

Revisado: 03-06-21

This is my intro to Koontz and I will def be listening to more of his work. It is an easy listen, subtly read by both Ballerini and Parks (for the main story). Elsewhere manages to put heart into an exploration of what healing or horror may be experienced through interdimensional jumps. Like all worthy sci-fi - it speaks to our time and, at least my experience of 2016 - 2020, of entering into an alternate reality akin to the Twilight Zone. Koontz ratchets up suspense with ease and gathering intensity. The true success of the story is its heart - which entails healing the wound of un-wanted-ness and loss. It's quick paced, fun, and engaging through out. Bonus stories at the end, equally well read, add flavor and depth to the main story and openings for more to come - which I hope will be the case. Also - perfect for a streaming limited or on-going series. Fingers crossed for that!

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confluence and convergence

Revisado: 09-25-19

what would it be like to grow up in a country where lies abound and everyone knows that everything is a lie and everyone buys the lie because it is in their own short-term benefit, or is forced to because they have no voice? what would it be like to grow up as a refugee in a country that welcomes and supports you and even hides you to save and protect you? what would it be like to be so utterly oppressed that you would join your own oppressor and oppress your own community? what it be like to be blinded from the workings of your body and taught that you weren't important but your body was? wonder what that would be like?

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Gritty YA in the PA

Revisado: 07-08-19

I've been trying to find some good ol' post-apocalypse from a different lens and ToL delivers on both fronts. I enjoyed experiencing the post-apocalypse through Maggie's identity. The story is solid, a great lead character with sufficient depth and backstory. Narration was awesome all around. Looking forward to giving the 2nd book a listen. Enjoy!

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Conscious Concepts Highlights

Revisado: 07-08-19

This was my first excursion into concepts of consciousness. Like a stone skipping over a pond, the author touches on various concepts that I found intriguing and helpful. Her kind and gentle narration help the more dense concepts go down more smoothly. Four stars because I was left a bit wanting about the implication(s) of her conclusion. Definitely worth a listen.

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