Kim Padan

Disappointing story, poor narrator

Revisado: 01-15-24

I considered stopping this almost immediately. Wish I had. At least as an audio book, I can do other things while listening.

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Heartbreaking

Revisado: 11-13-23

I purchased this book during #shortyseptember but finally listened to it this weekend. Other than a few chapters where my interest faded, this story was very powerful. I enjoy historical fiction, especially when it brings attention to an important but often overlooked event. (Though I was perturbed at a brief mention of "no slavery" in Germany. Germany was very involved in the slave trade, as were most European countries at that time.) I knew almost nothing of the crossing at Ebenezer Creek. Such a horrific tragedy. I just need to sit in silence for a while.

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Powerful memoir

Revisado: 11-02-23

Unlike many other listeners, I was completely unfamiliar with the author/narrator. I chose this book because I enjoy memoirs, and the idea of one linked with 9/11 caught my eye.

While the narration felt forced at times, the content was remarkable. I might have enjoyed it more in print. I was especially touched by how much the author continues to honor his wife's first husband. His love for her, her son, and even her (previous) in-laws is beautifully expressed throughout the story.

As some memories of 9/11 were shared, I became tearful. How could I not?
I listened to the book in a single day with a few breaks to stop and remember that day.

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Outstanding!

Revisado: 05-19-23

An excellent book with many tangible ideas for Parish use. I plan to dig out my hard copy so I can make more notes and share them with our pastor.

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Thankfully brief

Revisado: 04-06-23

I had this playing in the background while I was crafting. I nearly turned it off because the characters were so annoying in the beginning. I decided it was short enough I would just finish. there was a dramatic twist in the plot made way which kept me engaged. but I was frustrated at the ending. I am very glad that I did not invest a lot of time in it and it was free. No biggie.

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Excellent book, mediocre narrator

Revisado: 01-02-23

I have read this book before (hardcover) but wanted to listen to it during the Octave of Christmas. I still love the content, but the narrator's voice was a bit too "sweet" for me. I will stick with the print version next time I read it. (It's well worth reading again and again.)

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Remarkably relevant

Revisado: 12-21-22

It always takes me a while to absorb any GKC writings. He was brilliant and witty, but his style of writing is very different than most of today's writers. I appreciate his sharp criticism of eugenics and socialism. This book was published in 1922 when eugenics was popular and promoted by many elites, but before Hitler's widespread practice of the philosophy.

While the book is 100 years old, it remains relevant.

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Captivating, heart wrenching, beautiful

Revisado: 12-14-22

I was drawn in immediately by the characters. Having the story narrated by "Death" added a unique perspective. Many times, the author "gave away" some endings before filling in details. I wasn't sure if I would like that, but in this novel it works.

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Beautiful content, overly dramatic reading

Revisado: 04-02-22

I read this book (print version) several years ago and loved it. My Lay Dominican chapter chose this for discussion, but I couldn't find my paperback. I was happy to see it among Audible's selections. However, the narrator was often far too emotional and dramatic. It was distracting at times. Fortunately, the spiritual content is so good that I listened to the end.

If possible, I advise reading on Kindle or in print.

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My first Virginia Woolf book

Revisado: 02-01-22

Hmmm, very different. I read a bit about the book in advance, so I was aware of the stream of consciousness style (the first of its kind.)
It was beautifully written, and the narration helped me quite a bit, but it was somewhat difficult to follow. I will likely try it again. (A tip I learned from a Woolf devotee.)

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