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  • Rebirth

  • Rogues Shifter Series, Book 1
  • By: Gayle Parness
  • Narrated by: Reba Buhr
  • Length: 11 hrs and 54 mins
  • 3.9 out of 5 stars (399 ratings)

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Rebirth

By: Gayle Parness
Narrated by: Reba Buhr
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Having always felt like a freak of nature, 17-year-old Jackie's life is turned upside down when she discovers that she's not human, but instead part of a large supernatural community. Because of her newly discovered magical abilities, she's picked to train with a group of powerful young shapeshifters who become her close friends. Their purpose is to protect the vulnerable shifter population from the more violent supernatural beings that inhabit this terrifying and exciting world.

During her training, she meets Garrett, a magically powerful vampire who teaches her to use her unique gifts and then manages to steal her heart. Backed by their team of rogues, Jackie and Garrett face unexpected dangers, finding strength in their magic and their commitment to a life together.

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great book

awesome female heroine and thrilling romance with the supernatural action to keep you interested, just wait till you shift

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Pretty good story

It has been a while since I have listened to a shifter story. I liked this one. Cheetah shifter hooking up with a vamp? O.K. then! It worked for this story. I recommend this story. Now for the obligatory: "I was given this free review copy audio book at my request and have voluntarily left this review."

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VERY HAPPY LISTENER!

I was offered the chance to listen to this book and I took it not having any experience with the authors work. What a find this is, the world she has created is so amazing! I one clicked book two the second the narrator finished. The characters in the story are younger than I usually listen to, I thought that may detract from the story for me, but it did not. The characters are complex yet likeable and you want to learn about them. You want them to succeed. The storyline is well developed it flows seamlessly. I enjoyed every minute of this journey and look forward to continuing traveling thru this world.

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impressed

although this is book was meant for late teens early 20's , I found myself not able to pause the story. well written and the performance was right on.

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A wonderful new world to explore

I am unfamiliar with this author and thus was reluctant to purchase this one. thought it to be yet another author jumping on the supernatural band wagon. How wrong I was this an excellent story-line with well developed characters and your left with the need for more. Not that its incomplete, its not it wraps up most of the main threads but leaves some points dangling invitingly that could develop in future books.

It took a short while for me to ware to the narrator but she does an excellent job, and i was soon lost in the book.

I highly recommend this book to any who lov eany supernatural themes including witches, vampires, sifters etc.

Can't wait for the next one



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Show don’t tell....

If I could give the author just one piece of advice it would be: Show. Don’t tell.

The beginning had potential until the vampire fully comes into the story. That’s when the character development took a nosedive. We switched from deep character development to straight telling mode. I don’t want to read a summary about someone’s experience. I want to know what is going on in depth with their senses and emotions.

It’s upsetting to put down a book once I’ve invested 5 hours, but I understand when I’m growing more and more irritated, and know that’s when I need to put the book down and move on to something else.

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A fun exciting romp through a beautiful world

This beautifully written and narrated tale captivated me from the first line. Reba Buhr's narration is first rate. She speaks clearly and captured the young heroine's voice very well.

One of my favorite things about Rebirth was losing myself in the world. I love all the supernatural people, especially the fey and cheetahs. There is so much playfulness in this book. When the shapeshifters are in animal form I was delighted by the realistic depiction of cats at play and hunting.

Perhaps the most interesting shift was Jackie from child to adult. I felt that Jackie "shifted" from a tormented teen to a powerful young woman and so I was comfortable with her relationship with a very old... and yet... sexy young vampire. The author handled this beautifully.

The writing is rich in detail, sumptuous, smooth and thoroughly professional.

I will definitely be getting the next installment when the audio comes out.



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Teen Soap Opera

What did you like best about Rebirth? What did you like least?

I liked the concept.

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It started off promising. The writing is enjoyable and good (not fantastic). But it seemed to turned into a teen soap opera with lots of introspection to tell the story. Lots of worries. Not a lot going on. Characters and relationship is pretty stereotypical. Sorry, but not for me. Also, some swear words and several times the main character wishes to see her guy interests naked and wants to have sex. Before I gave up on it... 3 1/2 hours into it, no intercourse happened.

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Enjoyable story

I wasn't really sure what to expect, but I really enjoyed this book. I'm looking forward to the next one.

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An Enchanting Story

I am not normally a reader of the paranormal, but this story broke through my wall of rigid adherence to normalcy – of sticking to stories concerned only with real life. Was it love conquers all, or the comradery of teamwork that sucked me into this fantasy? In part, I would agree on both accounts, but this would only be a fraction of the truth. What really kept me listening was the excellent story line, the skillfully balanced pace, the well-defined characters, and a beautifully written dialogue between the two major players.

With vivid descriptions especially those expressing the movements of the cheetahs, this enchanting story opens all of the senses pathways from whiffs of enticing aromas lacing the Californian air to vibrant characters embroiled in a battle, long overdue. Above all, "Rebirth" is a story of love and trust, of redemption and risk; and although it is written for a younger generation, it will, nonetheless, have many a woman wishing for a Garrett in their lives.

The Narrator was also excellent. In her story telling, she spoke with clarity and captured the emotions of love and the spirit of youth perfectly.

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