Tesla Russell

Extremely Offensive Narration

Revisado: 05-10-17

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

For the content of the book yes, but due to the narration, no.

As a native Birminghamian, and witness to the devastation of April 27th, I would recommend this book to both residents of Alabama and others across the nation. While most of us who live here already know many of these stories (or ones just like them), as well as are directly connected to people affected by this more greatly than ourselves, this was a fantastic depiction of our resilient state, our courageous people and the fine men and women who work tirelessly to aid others.

What did you like best about this story?

I enjoyed the honesty of this book. I respect the meticulous research and development that went into creating this story. It is a testament to the dedication of the author to the memory of those lost and the accuracy in which their stories deserved to be told.

What didn’t you like about Tracy Brunjes’s performance?

As a native Alabamian, I found her narration particularly offensive. The choice to portray the voices of Alabamians with a fake, and often times mockish seeming Southern accent was an extremely poor judgement. Not all Alabamians even speak with that thick of an accent. It seemed more like she was making fun of the Southern people rather than trying to tell the story in our voices. This narration was very distasteful and overall ruined the enjoyment of the book for me. It is of my opinion that this book should be re-recorded with a different narrator, or to correct the parts where she speaks in an Alabamian character's "voice".

There really isn't even enough room here to properly describe the feeling of anger I had while listening to the narration of this book when the narrator chose to speak in "accent". Degrading is the only word I can even find.

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Good YA Fantasy Read

Revisado: 01-11-17

What did you like best about this story?

I like the powerful female characters. It's great to see a strong young woman lead.

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

I have never listened to any, but I really liked his reading of this book.

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

It was a little slow to start at first, and a bit predictable at times, but overall it was good.

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A great glimpse into the not so charmed celeb life

Revisado: 01-11-17

Where does From This Moment On rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I would say as far as autobiographical books go, this one is very close to the top. I already loved Shania the singer, but to learn for about Eilleen, the fierce, brave and kind woman was really a treat. Her life story and her will to overcome the obstacles she faced are both truly inspirational.

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

From This Moment On, of course! There is no better title.

Any additional comments?

My only disappointment with this book was that Shania didn't read the entire book. While Scott was a fine narrator, I really would have preferred to hear Shania tell her entire story, instead of just two small audio clips in the beginning and end.

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