S. Hancox

Absolutely loved it.

Revisado: 09-02-23

Despite the undeniably tragic context, this novel was just so enjoyable, especially for a Dickens fan. Beautifully written and the voice performance was great.

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Not the best written but definitely entertaining

Revisado: 04-06-23

Although I wouldn’t describe this as the best written memoir - more a collection of thoughts that don’t always hang together to create an overarching narrative - it is nonetheless a good listen. The author reads it well, as you’d expect from an actor, and it comes across as honest and funny, with a lot of self deprecating humour. Worth the time, especially for all the pen portraits of those with whom he has worked over the years.

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Brilliantly read; insightful

Revisado: 12-04-22

The detailed dive into life during the Blitz was fascinating. Worth the listen for sure.

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Appalling reading makes this unlistenable

Revisado: 09-12-21

I really, really wanted to listen to this book but after several hours I gave up. The readings are just dreadful. The attempts at accents are simply embarrassing and at time become offensive, as if they are telling a racist joke. It just made me cringe. Whoever made the decision to record it this way should be fired. This was, without doubt, the worst I’ve ever listened to and I just couldn’t continue. A pity because the CONTENT seemed interesting and thought provoking. The woman who read accents from Ireland and the Indian sub continent was absolutely the worst. :-(

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Best ever sequel to a favourite book.

Revisado: 09-13-19

Have been waiting for this sequel since I first read The Handmaid’s Tale when it came out in the 80s. I was not disappointed. This is a spellbinding book, with wonderful voice performances, especially that of Ann Dowd. I will listen again!

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Pure brilliance

Revisado: 02-06-19

An incredible piece of literature full of learning opportunities, laughter, insight, and FEMINISM! I always have time to listen to DFW.

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Unturnoffable

Revisado: 06-22-18

So good I found myself looking for every extra opportunity in my day to listen.
An all round excellent, imaginative yarn with wit and detail that delight, especially for those of us with such strong memories of the 80s.
Wil Wheaton reads expertly, breathing life and distinctive personality into the characters in a way which totally engages one with them. One of the very few audio books I’ve encountered where the narrator has no niggling trait whatsoever that annoys and distracts me from being fully hooked into the story.

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Gripping and thorough

Revisado: 03-19-18

Incredibly detailed and worth several listens to fully get to grips with the issues. This is a skilful disentangling of a complex set of events and a multitude of players and agendas. They don’t pull any punches on either side of politics but come across as fair and analytical.

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Compelling, terrifying and so worth the read.

Revisado: 09-07-17

Sure it's obvious in places but this is a dark and compelling vision of the very near future. Given the way things are going in the US right now, it's definitely not for those prone to nightmares. For those prepared to contemplate the parallels, it offers stark insight into a whole heap of attitudes and experiences.

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Fascinating and thought provoking

Revisado: 04-29-17

Easy to listen to and beautifully read. The ideas are complex but accessible. Look forward to more from this author.

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