Ernest J. Levesque

A wonderful about a true American in her own words

Revisado: 01-15-24

I can hardly express my gratitude to Representative Cheney for this book. And even more so for her honor and bravery in writing it. History will always look to her as someone who made a difference in strengthening our republic.

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I always learn a lot from Rachel

Revisado: 01-15-24

This is my fourth book by Rachel Maddow. I love the effort she puts into all of her work. I love her take on things. This book tells the story of the lead up to WWII and the attempts that we made to move the US from Democracy to Fascism. it is told in a compelling manner and reminds this reader of the events leading to the January 6th insurrection.

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An Excellent book

Revisado: 04-29-14

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

Yes, The book is read by the author and you can feel the emotion and hear the "ring of truth" in every word.

What other book might you compare Infidel to and why?

There is a similarity to "I am Malala" by Malala Yousatzai. The books are both about the treatment of women under Islam. Malala's book does not question Islam only certain factions (i.e. Tali-ban).

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

As I mentioned in the earlier question. Hearing the author read her own book gives you considerably more insight into the work.

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

The book is non-stop. It was riveting and compelling.

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Might be the last Patricia Cornwell book I read.

Revisado: 12-31-13

What disappointed you about Dust?

The story was filled with detail after detail of the weather, surroundings, of memories and almost no story. The bulk of the story unfolds at the very end when the killer is already caught. Kay tells us over and over of her great love of Benton; why don't I believe it and why don't I care?

Would you ever listen to anything by Patricia Cornwell again?

Not likely. I've read a lot of Cornwell's work including books not about Kay Scarpetta. I haven't liked all of them, but this last story wasn't worth the time of the money.

Which character – as performed by Kate Reading – was your favorite?

I used to like the Morino character and I think the reader does a splendid job but there is nothing to work with. The character is dull and flat throughout the whole book.

What character would you cut from Dust?

There are no decent characters in the book.

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I was amazed!

Revisado: 06-05-13

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This book is wonderful. It is a story that everyone should know. I was stunned by accomplishments of people thousands of years ago and how ignorance destroyed much of the knowledge our ancestors tried to bequeath to us.

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There is no proof in this book!

Revisado: 05-30-13

Any additional comments?

This book is an interesting story but the author's attempt to cast his opinion as proof is wrong. The author dismisses a number of things that might explain his "out of body" experience. All of the things he dismisses are not proof either. They are just an attempt by people to explain why the "out of body" experience might have occurred. I doubt any of the people who have had such experiences accept these explanations. The thing is, the lack of an explanation does not make his explanation the only acceptable answer or the true answer.

I also do not see any science in the book. The author seems to think that if he says that it is science; then it is science. If his hypothesis is correct the next step would be to see what things that the idea would predict and what things we might do to test the hypothesis. He mentions at the end that he has started a non-profit organization and that site says that it supports a "rigorous scientific research concerning spiritually transformative experiences" but it doesn't say what that research is.

The author suggests:

Edward Kelly's "Irreducible Mind".

I would suggest:

"How the Mind Works" by Steven Pinker
"The Greatest Show On Earth" by Richard Dawkins

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Much better than expected

Revisado: 05-29-13

Any additional comments?

I find that Brown's writing often lacks depth in areas other than art and architecture; still the story was well worth the read.

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The Science is Excellent

Revisado: 07-18-12

What did you love best about A Universe from Nothing?

I loved the science. "Nothing is unstable!"

What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!)

There are no spoiler here. The ending is just more of the science.

What about Lawrence M. Krauss and Simon Vance ’s performance did you like?

It is always nice to hear the author tell their own strory

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

The authors constant need to talk about god moved me to dislike the book. I don't think that science is about whether god exists or not.

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A Great "growing up" Book

Revisado: 07-18-12

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

Yes, The book is a great story. It all rings very true.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Canada?

The pivotal scene where the boy witnesses the murder he has alluded to from the beginning of the book.

What about Holter Graham’s performance did you like?

I felt like the story was being told by the person who lived it.

Who was the most memorable character of Canada and why?

Dell. Dell is anyone. He is an ordinary person in extraordinary circumstance. When he reacts, I think that I would react that way too.

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Surprisingly Spellbinding

Revisado: 07-18-12

Where does Before I Go to Sleep rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This book ranks in the top ten of audible books that I've read in the past couple of years

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

Yes, the plot is filled with surprising turns. The authors use of journal to tell the story, led to many unique turns in the plot. You. like the protagonist, are never sure what is true!

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

The book is read very well. Her emotions made the book all the much more intense.

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

"Who is that in the mirror?"

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