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Little Blog on the Prairie Audiobook by Cathleen Davitt Bell

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Cathleen Davitt Bell) — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 14:06:36 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Little Blog on the Prairie Author: Cathleen Davitt Bell Narrator: Therese Plummer Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 06-09-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 113 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Gen's family is more comfortable spending time apart than together. Then Gen's mom signs them up for Camp Frontiera vacation that promises the "thrill" of living like 1890s pioneers. Forced to give up all of her modern possessions, Gen nevertheless manages to email her friends back home about life at "Little Hell on the Prairie", as she's renamed the camp. It turns out frontier life isn't without its good points, like the cute boy who lives in the next clearing. And when her friends turn her emails into a blog, Gen is happily surprised by the fanbase that springs up. But just when it seems Gen and family might pull through the summer, disaster strikes as a TV crew descends on the camp, intent on discovering the girl behind the nationwide blogging sensation and perhaps ruining the best vacation Gen has ever had. Editorial Reviews: If you think your childhood family vacations were rough packed into a minivan with your brothers and sisters, facing hours of your moms impromptu karaoke, listening to your dads endless sports games then you should meet 13-year-old Genevieve Walsh, whose mother just signed the whole family up for a summer at a frontier fantasy camp. While Gen navigates the ups and downs of a decidedly unconventional summer vacation, narrator Therese Plummer strikes just the right balance between Gens typical teenage Life is so unfair moments and her blossoming respect for the land, hard work, and her relationships. Gen, her parents, and her 10-year-old brother Gavin are forced to give up all their modern conveniences (from Crisco to Clearasil) to join four other families for eight weeks of partying like its 1890 complete with cow-milking and period dress. But Gen, who sneaks her cell phone into camp, stays calm by texting her back-home friends about everything: sharing a bed with Gavin, figuring out how to use an outhouse in the dark, dealing with the resident mean girl, and making new friends over a game of Kick the Can (that, ironically, uses all her contemporary soccer skills). Her friends turn her texts into a blog that goes viral, earning Gen more attention than she realizes until the outside world barges in. Throughout the narration, Plummer keeps Gen likeable and sympathetic (even when shes behaving like a genuine 13-year-old), and gives the other voices in the storyGens parents, Gavin, Gens new friends, her crush easy, distinctive personalities as each one realizes that life on the farm isnt exactly what Little House made it out to be. Whether youre a Laura Ingalls Wilder fan whod appreciate a more realistic take on the chores that Ma made sound so simple or a teenager setting out on yet another family vacation, this version will make the chores (and the car ride) a lot more entertaining. Critic Reviews: "This fast read is humorous and insightful, with realistic characters that are refreshingly well rounded. Bell has captured a 13-year-old's voice, making Gen's unlikely situation feel very real." (School Library Journal) Members Reviews: Absorbing and fun story for range of ages This wonderful novel kept my 8, 11 and 14 year old daughters equally happy on a long road trip.

Falcon Quinn and the Crimson Vapor Audiobook by Jennifer Finney Boylan

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jennifer Finney Boylan) — Tue, 10 May 2011 12:32:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Falcon Quinn and the Crimson Vapor Author: Jennifer Finney Boylan Narrator: Fred Berman Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 05-10-11 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 32 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Falcon Quinn survived the first term at the Academy for Monsters along with his monstrous friends Max, Pearl, Mortia, and the rest. He has finally discovered his monster nature and is working hard to embrace it. But what does it mean to be an Angel, exactly? Having wings is great, when Falcon can remember to use them, but with parents who are the leaders of two warring groups- the monsters and the guardians - Falcon still feels torn in half. When his monster friends begin to doubt his loyalty to the monster world and his only option is flight to Guardian Island, where his mother rules and he is a prince, he'll see the guardians as well as his monster friends in a whole new light. He will also have to decide if Jonny Frankenstein can be trusted and find a way to save his friend Megan from her imprisonment on Guardian Island, not to mention find a way to stop the monsters and guardians from fighting, once and for all. Best-selling author Jennifer Finney Boylan continues the heroic and often hilarious tale of Falcon Quinn and his band of monster friends in this second installment of the hair-raising and sidesplitting adventure of monstrous proportions. Members Reviews: CiAnne This is a truly amazing book,it has all of the things a good book needs,mystery,friendships, humor,and most of all it shows you to be who you ARE. Another Good Falcon Quinn Story Life is not easy for Falcon Quinn, but he manages to make it through another predicament.The narrator did a good job.

One Night That Changes Everything Audiobook by Lauren Barnholdt

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Lauren Barnholdt) — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 22:21:35 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: One Night That Changes Everything Author: Lauren Barnholdt Narrator: Cassandra Morris Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 02-08-11 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Eliza is in a full-blown panic. Her notebook has been stolen - the one that lists everything she wants but is afraid to go after. And the absolute worst person in the world has it: her ex-boyfriend, Cooper. Like it's not enough Cooper was lying to Eliza for their entire relationship, now he and his friends are blackmailing her; giving her just one night to complete the most humiliatin gtasks on her list or they'll post her secrets online. Eliza's sure of one thing: she isn't going down without a fight. Cooper may have what's left of her dignity, but she's not the only one with something to hide. A hilarious and sweet teen novel by Lauren Barnholdt, the author of Two-Way Street. Members Reviews: A one night story What made the experience of listening to One Night That Changes Everything the most enjoyable? the story itself was very good , I've never read ( or listened) to a book that all it's events happens in just one night so that was a new experience for me and it was very good What did you like best about this story? I liked the way that all the adventures takes all night long and in the morning everything worked itself out Have you listened to any of Cassandra Morriss other performances before? How does this one compare? no but I will listen to her again soon Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? yes it was .. and fortunately I listened to it in one and half sitting LOL Any additional comments? I recommend this book for everyone looking for a light read for one night .. this book is for you Very good book It was a very good book but I was I little shocked with all the cuss words. But I really enjoyed it Cute story Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? It was an ok story I don't regret listening to it. How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable? The writing, the whole book was he said, she said, I said over and over it got a little annoying. If this book were a movie would you go see it? The narrator was good the best part of the book actually nothing to complain about the narration. Any additional comments? I wasn't sure what to expect with this book it wasn't the best or the worst it was just ok I kind of wish they'd have go into more about what happens with Eliza and Cooper after the night is over.

Which Way Is Witch? Audiobook by Kejsi Miller

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kejsi Miller) — Wed, 13 May 2015 05:10:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Which Way Is Witch? Subtitle: Road to Reishan, Book 1 Author: Kejsi Miller Narrator: Hollie Jackson Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 05-13-15 Publisher: Kejsi Miller Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: What if you were to find out after 18 years that you're adopted? What if your best friend of practically your whole life isn't who either of you thought she was? And maybe to top it all off, it just so happens that you find out you're a witch...surprise! Meet Drina: a girl whose world flips off its axis only to seem like it will never spin in the right direction again. She gets picked up and thrown into a world where witches, shape-shifters, and inccu-freaks roam free. She'll need the help of a little fox, her best friend, and the power within herself to find out Which Way Is Witch. Members Reviews: great story. iffy narraror. I liked this story mainly because it was highly entertaining. it's like fast food tastes great with questionable substance. the voice actor bugged me a little almost enough to detract from the story. it's nothing against her performance but her voice felt off for the to tone of the pov. fantastic narrator. .. Holly Jackson makes this story come alive! what a good book. but listening to it becomes even better.. cant wait for the next book Kejsi Miller. . great job! !! Great book but language is interesting. Little in your face but really enjoyed it. Very descriptive. Loved the world it throws you into and love love the characters.

Defining Justice Audiobook by Jennifer Ellision

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jennifer Ellision) — Tue, 03 Nov 2015 22:36:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Defining Justice Subtitle: Threats of Sky and Sea Author: Jennifer Ellision Narrator: Steven Lin Format: Unabridged Length: 30 mins Language: English Release date: 11-03-15 Publisher: Jennifer Ellision Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: One of Prince Caden's earliest explanations of justice came from his father. With an elemental's life on the line, Caden learns to define it for himself. This short story is a Threats of Sky and Sea prequel. Members Reviews: Get ready for Riot! "Justice is defined by those who hold the power." This is the King's opinion but what does Caden himself believe? The answer gives us a wonderful insight into his character. I loved seeing things from his perspective and the glimpse of his life-long relationship with Aleta. I knew he was nothing at all like his father but after reading this, one of the things I'm looking forward to most in the series is Caden taking his throne. Is he book boyfriend material? Oh, yes! If you haven't read Threats of Sky and Sea, you won't be able to appreciate Defining Justice so don't start here. If you have, your anticipation of Riot later this month is about to go up a new notches. Great Prequel! I loved getting Caden's POV and seeing the brief look at the long history dynamic between Caden and Aleta as well as Caden and the King. Great prequel!

Rosehead Audiobook by Ksenia Anske

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ksenia Anske) — Mon, 14 Dec 2015 17:07:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rosehead Author: Ksenia Anske Narrator: Lugene Ganley Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 12-14-15 Publisher: Ksenia Anske Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Misunderstood and overmedicated, 12-year-old Lilith Bloom finds the prospect of a grand family reunion decidedly dull...That is, until she discovers that the rose garden surrounding her grandfather's Berlin mansion is, well, completely and utterly carnivorous. Armed with Panther, her talking pet whippet, and the help of the mute boy next door, Lilith must unravel the secrets behind the mysterious estate, all while her family remains gloriously unaware that they are about to be devoured. Members Reviews: Genius Rosehead was awesome! I enjoyed the interactions between Lilith and the other characters. The contradictory behavior exhibited by the adults in the story left me with the feeling that maybe they just decided to humor Lilith and most of what actually happened still *could* be attributed to a rich fantasy life, and the other kids naturally would play along with the game, but for Lilith the line between fantasy and reality is blurred. The level of reality conveyed in such a fantastical story is absolutely brilliant. And for the record, I was rooting for the mansion in the beginning. ROSEHEAD IS BRILLIANT AND BEAUTIFUL!! Lilith Bloom is a strong-willed, impulsive 12-year-old with a fondness for Sherlock Holmes, sticking big words into the middle of conversations and an extremely active imagination. She talks with her dog, a black whippet named Panther, her only friend, who loves to feast on steaks and fat, juicy squirrels. Lilith feels things others don't feel, sees things others don't see. Her parents think she's a bit disturbed. Her schoolmates think she's looney. Then she goes on a family excursion to her Grandfather's mansion in Berlin on the 10th anniversary of the death of her Grandmother, and the world turns upside down. Or is it right-side up? "Rosehead" is a product of Ksenia Anske's own extremely active imagination. In Anske's universe anything is possible. Here she's created a full-bodied work of brilliance and beauty. Lilith Bloom is a character that does indeed blossom like a prize-winning rose: lovely and delicate, yet durable and strong. From Panther the talking whippet - a creation that would be worth the price of admission on its own - to a living, breathing house, to a murderous, blood-thirsty giant rosebush, "Rosehead" will take you on a ride through a world of terror, courage, love and forgiveness. It's a true page-turner. Clever, funny and thrilling. Worth every penny. And then some! Highest marks! Rosehead was a truly unique story that has played in my head like a Tim Burton movie as I've read it Darkly delightful, Rosehead was a truly unique story that has played in my head like a Tim Burton movie as I've read it. The main character is clever and possesses a fierce spitfire personality that reminds me of Anne of Green Gables. Lilith, her talking dog Panther, her harried mother and clueless father were great fun to spend time with over the last week. While Lilith is indeed a young character, I would hesitate to classify this book as strictly YA, as it deals with difficult issues and sticky family situations. A fantastic read and one my 13 year old son is eager to tear into. The Walls have ears. They also have faces and talk! I will start by saying I really liked this book. I especially liked Lilith Bloom and her dog, Panther the whippet who talks. He not only talks, he has a wicked sense of humor.

Silent Echo Audiobook by Elisa Freilich

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Elisa Freilich) — Tue, 22 Oct 2013 22:40:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Silent Echo Subtitle: A Siren's Tale Author: Elisa Freilich Narrator: Tara Sands Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 10-22-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Rendered mute at birth, Portia Griffin has been silent for 16 years. Music is her constant companion, along with Felix, her deaf best friend who couldn't care less whether or not she can speak. If only he were as nonchalant about her newfound interest in the musically gifted Max Hunter. But Portia's silence is about to be broken with the abrupt discovery of her voice, unparalleled in its purity and the power it affords to control those around her. Able to persuade, seduce and destroy using only her voice, Portia embarks on a search for answers about who she really is, and what she is destined to do. Critic Reviews: "SILENT ECHO is a gripping, original read, with a heroine you won't forget. Katniss Everdeen watch out for Portia Griffin." Erica Wagner, Author of Seizure" Members Reviews: story was great narrator not so much I loved the story but the narrators voice was too sassy and she didn't pronounce words correctly Ugh another teen love triangle This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? Fans of twilight. What do you think your next listen will be? The God Delusion How could the performance have been better? It was just cheesy. I do not think it could be fixed. What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? I was incredibly disappointed in this book. I thought it would have more of a plot but no. It was just your standard teen love triangle.

Forrest Wollinsky: Vampire Hunter Audiobook by Leonard D. Hilley II

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Leonard D. Hilley II) — Mon, 27 Jun 2016 19:28:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Forrest Wollinsky: Vampire Hunter Author: Leonard D. Hilley II Narrator: Andy Ruzicka Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 06-27-16 Publisher: DeimosWeb Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: "Killing Vampires Since 1888." I was born in Bucharest in 1880, in the heart of the vampire population. At eight years old, I was considered a freak of nature, since I was already the size of an adult male. Other children my age, and some of my teachers, shunned me. Being rejected by one's peers cuts deeply. Then I met my first werewolf and discovered a master vampire was plotting to kill me because of what I am. From that moment, my destiny stole my future aspirations all men grow up wanting. This is how my destiny begins. Members Reviews: An Old-school Read that's Very Well Done Mr. Hilley sets out to write an old style vampire novel, with a different take on vampire hunters. The book is very well written, with excellent editing. I noticed only one small error, and that's quite unusual. A story that gallops along and is packed with action is what I was looking for, and just what Mr. Hilley delivered. Very good It much of the type of story I fine much more interesting. I really didn't like that the character was so young, but could understand it later in the story. Would likely to recommend to anyone who would enjoy a truly well written vampire story. Brilliant Supernatural Story Mr. Hilley continues to be a master of the supernatural genre. This book will pull you in from the first sentence through the last. It brings a different look to the vampire legend and brings us a new and different hero. I look forward to many more adventures with Forrest. A good clean fun vampire hunter book! This book is fun to read. I love supernatural books, but find most vampire books are adult romance novels instead. I loved the action. I loved living inside Forrest's mind and seeing how he thinks. I a! Looking forward to more adventures with Forrest Wollinsky! I really enjoyed this well-written book I really enjoyed this well-written book. Characters drew me into the story. Can't wait to read more books by Leonard D. Hilley II

A Month with Werewolves Audiobook by K Matthew

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (K Matthew) — Thu, 16 Apr 2015 19:07:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Month with Werewolves Subtitle: A Month with Werewolves, Book 1 Author: K Matthew Narrator: Vesper Naiad Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 04-16-15 Publisher: Marla S Braziel Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: A budding journalist trying to advance her career. A secluded werewolf reservation shrouded in mystery. A secret culture unexplored. Taya Raveen has taken on the journalism assignment of a lifetime - the chance to spend a month in the infamous Blackfoot Werewolf Reservation, a government-operated safe haven for werewolves that has never been seen by civilian eyes. Following a new detainee into the reservation, Taya will get a firsthand account of what it's like to be introduced to pack life. This is serial one of six. Other serials include: Members Reviews: PART ONE OF A WHAT'LL BE A GOOD SERIES Enjoyed this part one of what seems like will be a good series but yet again what a frustrating ending where you WANT TO KNOW WHERE IT'LL GO

Fire & Chasm Audiobook by Chelsea Campbell

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Chelsea Campbell) — Fri, 01 May 2015 03:55:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fire & Chasm Author: Chelsea Campbell Narrator: Nick Podehl Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Azeril can't remember anything about his life before he came to live as a ward of the Church - except his desire to assassinate wizards. He's become the Church's most cunning weapon. By day, Az hides in plain sight as a student, with only his beloved obsidian knife as a reminder of who he is. Until one night, when a wizard recognizes him from his past. The killer in Az never misses his mark, but he can't destroy the only potential link to his life before this. For the first time, Az has a lead on who he used to be - if only he could escape the watchful eye of the High Priest long enough to investigate. Azeril discovers that the line between good and evil - the primal forces of the Fire and the Chasm - is as shifting as his own moral compass. And the truth about who he is will put his entire world in danger. Members Reviews: Great book! Really good book. Definitely worth a read. An Interesting Read It took me a little bit to get into this book, mostly due to repetitiveness. The narration would establish something, and then the a character would establish it, and then another character would establish it, and then later it would be explained again like it wasn't already established 3 times. And on the novel would go, circling back to the same things again like it's some new thought or revelation. But, if you can forgive that, the storyline was actually pretty interesting. Yeah, at times it was predictable, but even though you know some of what happened or would happen, you still don't know everything, and those little mysteries are what will keep you turning pages. The characters were sort of fleshed out, but they just didn't really speak to me. There's a lot of themes of good and evil and redemption here, and I like the path that the characterization took for most of the characters. Azeril is an altar boy, but he also is a wizard killer, and not only that, he enjoys it, enjoys causing pain. Despite that and his mysterious past, he also cares deeply for the girl he loves and his best friend. The girl he likes is strong and loyal, but she randomly has fits of pouting and self pity over the fact that her dad left her, which seemed out of character each time it happened. The best friend was a nice addition for the first part of the story, and I would have like to see more of him. The stranger who knows about his past was a character I was surprised to like. He did bad things in his past, but he seemed to really have changed for the better. Overall, the plot line was interesting, the characters were ok, and the writing was overly repetitive. I don't regret reading it, but it's not something I'll reread. Slow Start but Well Worth It The story starts out fairly dark, explaining how Az is a weapon of the Church. I'll admit for a while I was a bit turned off from him as a character but as it all unfolded you begin to see more and more sides to him as a character. That being said, some of the other characters were kind of 'eh'. Leona especially, with her general attitude and well, acting like a teenage girl. I suppose I can't really fault her for that. I really enjoyed the fight against good and evil and how it wasn't really worded in that manner. What sort of surprised me though is the very close resemblance of this story to that of many religions which have a 'heaven' and 'hell'.

13 on Halloween Audiobook by Laura A. H. Elliott

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Laura A. H. Elliott) — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 23:16:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 13 on Halloween Author: Laura A. H. Elliott Narrator: Jeanne O. Whitehouse Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 07-24-12 Publisher: Elliott PM, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Twelve-year-old Roxie wants to be like Adrianne, the popular girl who gets everything she wants - a trampoline, a flock to prowl around the mall with, and invitations to parties. When Roxie invites all the popular kids in the eighth grade to her thirteenth birthday party on Halloween, they all come. And a boy - the boy - actually talks to Roxie. Roxie has the best night of her life until the popular kids decide to celebrate her birthday in a way Roxie never expects - in her attic, with a gift that is out of this world and a pact to never tell a living soul what happens next. Book one in a four book series. Members Reviews: Worth Taking a Chance On Any additional comments? Within the covers of 13 on Halloween (Shadow #1) the very talented Laura A.H. Elliott has brilliantly exemplified the narcissism and the varying levels of maturity that sometimes plagues tweens. Twelve year-old Roxie still loves jumping on the trampoline, but those types of juvenile tendencies take second place to her discovery of boys (especially Hayden, the cutest guy in the eighth grade), make-up, and the changes a young woman's body undergoes when she becomes a teenager. Overshadowing absolutely everything else in Roxie's world is her obsession with becoming a 'peacock' or one of the popular kids. Periodically, her pre-tween self rears her head and longs for a life where her brothers still joke with her and her mother is her closest confidant. As quickly as she has those types of thoughts, she switches back to the person willing to risk anything and everything to become Queen Roxie. Roxie's thirteenth birthday... her first ever birthday party changes everything. With it, the party begins, astral projection becomes possible, and the world changes. I should mention that I listened to 13 on Halloween (Shadow #1)'s audiobook and found the narrator to be as talented as Laura A.H. Elliott. I wasn't sure what to expect from an indie author when it came to this format. I was not disappointed. After listening to 13 on Halloween (Shadow #1), I can tell you the professionalism was comparable to that of the traditionally published books... only it didn't cost nearly as much. 13 on Halloween (Shadow #1) was $1.99. Every other audiobook I've ever bought has costs between $25-$30. I will definitely be looking for other indie author's books to read. Their stories are as good as traditionally published books, and they are extremely affordable. T. R. Graves, Author Warriors of the Cross Guardians of the Cross Enemies of the Cross Dark Angels of the Cross Worth Dying For Worth Living For Spooky New YA Series---The Shadow Series I love how Jeanne brings the characters to life. I hope you enjoy Roxie's quirky quest for popularity and her fantastical trip to Planet Popular where she'll risk everything to be one of the 'peacocks.' Roxie's life gets even more complicated in Shadow Slayer (Shadow Series #2) coming soon.

The Road to Nyn Audiobook by Brian Michaud

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Brian Michaud) — Mon, 30 May 2016 23:35:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Road to Nyn Subtitle: The Tales of Gaspar, Book 1 Author: Brian Michaud Narrator: Fred Wolinsky Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-16 Publisher: Brian G. Michaud Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: In a land where magic is outlawed, a young boy is living a double life. Although Kay is training to be a knight, he has been secretly studying the forbidden ways of magic with Alamin, a powerful but eccentric wizard. When a band of goblins raids his village and enslaves his family and friends, Kay embarks on an adventure that takes him across the Kingdom of Gaspar and into the dark and treacherous caves of the Goblin Realm. What Kay doesn't realize is that his journey is leading him on a collision course with the Lord of Nyn - a being so powerful that none dare face him...not even Alamin himself! Members Reviews: Great family-friendly fantasy adventure I thought this was a pretty good, family-friendly, fantasy adventure. This is not the usual genre I tend towards, but it grabs your attention and holds it until the end. I listened to the Audible audio version, and I was a little torn on how I felt about the narration. On one hand, the narrator does an excellent job of creating unique voices for each character - probably the best I've ever heard. However, the narrator's normal/narrating voice has a strange quality in that it seems over-enunciated, then the last syllable of each sentence seems to be stretched out (not on all sentences, but on the majority of them). I found that quality a bit distracting (and hence, why I knocked off one star), but other people that don't have my weird sound issues will really enjoy it. I think this audiobook will be great for summer driving vacations with the whole family. If you like fantasy, magic, wizards, etc., I think this would be a great choice for you. Magic, Sword fights, and Middle Grade Adventure! Any additional comments? If you want to have a Tolkien-ish adventure with (or as) a middle grade kid, then this is a good story for you. Kay is following two paths, one toward outlaw wizardry and the other toward honorable knighthood. Then goblins ransack town and carry off his village for enslavement in their underground mountain community. He groups up with his wizard mentor, Alamin and an unlikely group of travel companions with various abilities. He can talk to animals too, which I thought was great. I received an ARC of this audiobook and listened to it while traveling. There are a lot of elements common to the High Fantasy genre in this book. There is a dragon who loves sitting on gold, an aloof and ageless wizard, people live like its medieval Europe, pixies are mischevious, and there is a foxy elf ranger. The end was familiar to me thanks to my love of the fantasy genre, though not identical to anything. I think Kays magical weapons were unique and the characters were very well described. They jumped out from tropes and became their own people. We get access to quite a few characters thoughts through a third person omniscient narrative but the story only follows Kay. I have seen this formerly shunned option appearing more and more in middle grade fantasy. Ive used it myself in YA books. I think it can be helpful sometimes, but I also think that some things can be showed to the reader through the Protagonists observations of other characters facial expressions, body language, dialogue, and physical reactions. The tale leaves off with plenty of room for this to turn into a series. It looks like book two, The Ring of Carnac, has recently been released.

The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches Book II Audiobook by Robert Stanek

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robert Stanek) — Wed, 30 Mar 2005 21:18:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches Book II Author: Robert Stanek Narrator: Karl Fehr Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 03-30-05 Publisher: RP Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 563 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Perfect for the young and the young at heart, The Kingdoms and The Elves Of The Reaches Book II is a refreshingly unique fantastic adventure where its only limits are the limits of your imagination. Inside, you'll discover the breathtaking world of Ruin Mist where the mystical and the magical abound, and you'll fall in love with three heroes: a boy who would become a mage, a princess who is fleeing a dying kingdom, and a warrior elf who undertakes an epic journey. Critic Reviews: "[A] complex tale...sure to attract fans of graphic novels and classic Tolkien alike....Stanek will likely draw a cult following....This cliffhanger guarantees fans, and those fans will be ready to wield their swords against the Dark Lord in Stanek's next installment." (Voice of Youth Advocates) Members Reviews: Absolutely Awesome! Second better than first and the first was pretty darn good. I've already listened twice. Our whole family is hooked. The reader for these books does an amazing job! I love the voice for Erravane, queen of the wolmerrelle. The story has a breathtaking plot, great description, and action a plenty. Engaging Listen As other readers have said, the first book got things going and this one brings it all together. I had to fight with my teens for the ipod so I could get to the end of the story. For the next one we've decided we're going to hook it up to speakers and all listen at the same time. Should be fun! What continues to make this such a good find for me are the characters. I've enjoyed watching Adrina go through the many changes, and Vilmos maturing somewhat as he continue on with Xith. The world setting is expansive as well. The culture of the kingdoms is very rich, as is the culture of the elves. The story continues to have mystery as well as fantasy. The mystery is what makes this non-fantasy reader very happy. As with the previous book, I think this book owns all five stars easily. Again, a well written and delightful listen. The third book will be released May 31 and we are very excited! Fantastic story I have read both The Kingoms and the Elves of The Reaches I and II in a week and can't wait for the others to come out on audio so I can listen to them. The characters are great, very interesting. Now that I finished this book, I have to get the next one in the series. It's that good. Great for all ages! I am going to send copies to my 17 and 15 year old nephews. The narration is very well done. A must read This book is truly amazing. It is a book you can listen to over and over. My second listen to books 1 and 2 was even better than the first because I picked up on all the subtle things the authors adds to the story. The books have strong character development and the characters personalities shine. The plot is strong and highly original with some sweet twists that are unexpected. To be honest, I rate it right up there with Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter. It's that good. Great for kids and adults. In other words, it's one of my favorite books ever! Fascinating and entertaining My first introduction to Robert Stanek's amazing world was through The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches book 1. It was an excellent listen indeed. I decided to listen to this second one as it seemed a direct continuation of the story, and thankfully it is.

The Exceptionals Audiobook by Erin Cashman

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Erin Cashman) — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 10:17:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Exceptionals Author: Erin Cashman Narrator: Madeleine Lambert Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 03-01-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 40 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: In a famous family of exceptionally talented people, fifteen-year-old Claire Walker is ordinary...or so she leads everyone to believe. Yet the minute she steps out of line, her parents transfer her to Cambial Academy: the prestigious boarding school that her great-grandfather founded for students with supernatural abilities, or "specials." Although Claire can't see ghosts or move objects with her mind like the other students, she does have a special she considers too lame to admit. Just as she is settling in, one by one the most talented students--the Exceptionals--go missing. In an attempt to find out what happened to them, Claire uncovers a dark prophecy foretelling a mysterious girl who will use her ability to save Cambial students from a dire fate. Could she be that girl? Does the gorgeous but secretive boy she meets in the woods know more than he's letting on? After years of ignoring her special, Claire decides the time has come to embrace her ability...before it's too late. Members Reviews: This Book is Exceptional! I enjoyed this book so so so much! I had high hopes and I wasn't disappointed in the slightest bit! After reading so many YA novels, it's nice to read something that is not only different, but something good. At first I was worried if I'm a bit too old for the book, but no. People of all ages will be able to enjoy this book, no doubt about that. Erin Cashman managed to capture the combination of fantasy, suspense and romance. Everything was well balanced. There wasn't a single moment when you would think, Please! Not this again! Everything about it was unique and intriguing. I was hooked within the first five minutes. Cambial Academy is fascinating and mysterious world that I would love to know more about. The characters are fabulous as well, especially Claire. I feel like I could relate to her in so many ways. She started as a insecure teenager who is always trying to fit in and measure up to her parents expectations. In most circumstances, I would find this kind of protagonist annoying and weak. Yet throughout the book, I see Claire as a strong, intelligent and independent character. Overall, The Exceptionals truly is Exceptional! Lives up to the title...exceptional! The Exceptionals is captivating. Erin Cashman is in the same class as J.K Rowlings and Suzanne Collins. I was drawn into the story. There are parallels to the Potter series and its pivotal moments and they done very well. Madeleine Lambert was a good choice for narrator, her performance adds depth to the story. I highly recommend this book. Ee-yew! How could the performance have been better? The adults sounded like idiots, and many of the "high school" students sounded like congested grade schoolers. Excellent book with potential for so much more! First in a series that looks very promising, solid story. I loved this book and will read the entire series as it becomes available. My only disappointment was in some of the character building some of the characters were misunderstood as if we missed a bit of back story. However I still loved this one.

Bred by Magic Audiobook by Diana Marie DuBois

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Diana Marie DuBois) — Thu, 11 Jun 2015 01:35:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bred by Magic Subtitle: The Guardians, A Voodoo Vows Tail, Book 1 Author: Diana Marie DuBois Narrator: Kat Marlowe Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 06-11-15 Publisher: Diana Marie Dubois Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: What do you get when you mix magic with one of the most prestigious dogs in Germany? You get something special and powerful. In a time when witches were hunted down and burned, a famous alchemist devised a plan to help protect them. One particular puppy, who is predestined for someone in our time, learns all she can before heading on the journey of her life. My mother always told me and my siblings that we were special. But that's something all mothers say.... Isn't it? What you don't always hear is that you're part of the litter of Great Dane puppies destined to protect the witches and warlocks throughout time. We just have to find one another, before our time runs out.... Members Reviews: A cute story as told by Little One Would you consider the audio edition of Bred by Magic to be better than the print version? As I haven't read the print version of 'Bred by Magic' I'm unable to honestly answer this question. What did you like best about this story? I loved how all this story was told by Little One, a female pup... it was cute to hear everything based on a pups POV. What does Kat Marlowe bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? I loved hearing all the different accents that Kat applied to the characters when narrating this story, when reading I always find I can't quite get them correct in my head. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? I'm never good at these.... Being Bred to Protect??? Any additional comments? I enjoyed the story line of this audio book, it has left me wondering about the rest of the story, that 'Bred by Magic' is based from. Fabulous Diana's writing is great. Her story draws you in. Kat manages to bring these characters to life with her voice. You can hear the characters grow as the story advances. Tail Wagging Magical Fun! Would you listen to Bred by Magic again? Why? Of COURSE, it was an adorable & sweet tail (pun intended) What other book might you compare Bred by Magic to and why? There is nothing to compare it to it is in a league of their own! What about Kat Marlowes performance did you like? Kat Marlow ROCKED the narration.

Eye of the Scarab Audiobook by Bill Meeks

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Bill Meeks) — Thu, 30 Apr 2015 18:27:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Eye of the Scarab Subtitle: Dogboy Adventures, Book 4 Author: Bill Meeks Narrator: Nathan Beatty Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 04-30-15 Publisher: Bill Meeks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: It's the end of the world as he knows it. Colta City is a timeless old town, but time is catching up to it. Old friends and old enemies close in around Bronson Black, and an impossible choice hangs over him. As the modern world bleeds through, Dogboy considers the past. His decision could spell the end of his crime-fighting career! But maybe that's a good thing. When the Colta City Shadows (including girl reporter Cindy McNeil) wake up in an underground arena, they face off against a group of extraordinary teens. Can the Shadows iterate through the Cycles, or will they become brainwashed soldiers in Mayor Lane's superpowered army? Members Reviews: Eye of the scarab Any additional comments? Another great DogBoy story. The action continues from the previous books in the series. Fast pacing, will Bronson and Cindy make up? Will Cindy tell Bronson the truth. Will Bronson and the others be able to stop the a Mayor . I am enjoying Dogboy. Eye of the Scarab Any additional comments? I found this book,number 4 in the series,to be ok.It's kind of 'out there' for me.Dogboy is a fourteen year old superhero.He saves people and the city police don't seem to like that.He has a girlfriend and a fan base.Bill Meeks does a fine job with narration"I was provided this audiobook at no charge by the author, publisher and/or narrator in exchange for an unbiased review via AudiobookBlast or MalarHouse dot com" Superhero story with wide age appeal This was my first introduction to the world of Dogboy. It was an interesting mashup of superhero and children's story. Dogboy is a 10 year old superhero in a Gotham-like dark and dangerous city full of double-faced politicians and dangerous or corrupt grownups. Initially, I thought this was a children's story due to the pre-teen age of the protagonists and the relative innocence of a superhero called "Dogboy", but the darkness and overall themes of the book make this a bit more of a YA-age bracket than middle grades. The themes for betrayal and solidarity and trust are universal, however. I liked that there was a lot of "grey" to the good guys, especially Cindy's actions - though it made me feel sorry for Bronson since she might end up being a villain. There are some violent and disgusting scenes, but I loved that the superpowers were simle and straightforward. The author did a great job telling a tale that doesn't rely on mega-powers, fight scenes, and elaborate gadgets. I admit that I kept envisioning this book as a graphic novel or comic as I read along. I think it would have a wide age appeal: middle grade to adult. I received a copy of this audiobook at no cost from the author via Audiobook Blast Facebook in exchange for an honest review. Thank you! Now I want a Dogboy mask! Note: Even though this is Book 4 in the series, it works mostly fine as a stand alone. In small town, USA, Colta City is in need of a hero or two. The police are corrupt and the politicians even more so. Bronson Black, aka Dogboy, has been putting on the mask and cape for a few years now to protect his home town. However, the Colta City Shadows (a collection of kids with super powers) find themselves in some twisted version of a cage fight for a mad scientist and the corrupt Mayor Lane.

Billy: Messenger of Powers Audiobook by Michaelbrent Collings

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Michaelbrent Collings) — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 19:22:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Billy: Messenger of Powers Author: Michaelbrent Collings Narrator: Andy Bowyer Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 04-19-12 Publisher: Open Book Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: "Billy was only thirteen years old the first time he died." And with those words the internationally best-selling saga of Billy Jones begins with Billy: Messenger of Powers. Billy, like many of us, leads what he believes is a fairly normal life: trying to get through school, trying to deal with his first crush, and trying to avoid the bullies who seem intent on trying to prove he can be flushed down a toilet. But all that changes (or at least some of it) when Billy discovers that Powers walk among us. These Powers (what you or I would call witches or warlocks) have divided into two camps: the Dawnwalkers, dedicated to the protection of humanity and the secrecy of the world of the Powers; and the Darksiders, who want nothing more or less than complete control of the world and the enslavement of all humanity. For years the Darksiders and Dawnwalkers have lived in a state of uneasy truce: ever since the last War of the Powers, when the evil Darksider Wolfen was defeated and banished, cast out of the world of the Powers and ordered never to return. But now there are whispers. There are stirrings. Portents. Wolfen has returned. The Darksiders are on the rise. And Billy is the only one who can save the world. Critic Reviews: "Billy: Messenger of Powers is a fascinating, fun read. It kept me captivated, in suspense, and laughing. Highly recommended!" (James Dashner, New York Times best-selling author of The Maze Runner) Members Reviews: a good listen in between books this is a good book to listen to if you between books and just want a break, easy to follow and not over stimulating. i like young adult books but this felt a little to young for me. Cool kind of a youthful story Would you listen to Billy: Messenger of Powers again? Why? Yes the story was well told an entertaining Who was your favorite character and why? Fulgra the head power of fire she's strong an a true warrior in my opinion when I felt the rest were not Have you listened to any of Andy Bowyers other performances before? How does this one compare? No but exceptional characterizations tho read sort of fast demanding a bit more attention If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be? Billy the messenger that demands to be heard an seen

Indigo's Dragon Audiobook by Sofi Croft

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sofi Croft) — Wed, 21 Sep 2016 21:16:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Indigo's Dragon Author: Sofi Croft Narrator: Anna Parker-Naples Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 09-21-16 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Indigo lives in the Lake District and spends his time exploring the mountains he loves. An unexpected parcel arrives containing a first aid kit inside his grandfather's satchel. Indigo's curiosity is raised as he looks through his grandfather's notebook to discover drawings of mythical creatures. Strange things begin to happen, and Indigo finds himself treating an injured magpie cat, curing a cockatrice of its death-darting gaze, and defending a dragon. Indigo realizes he must uncover the secrets his family have kept hidden and travels alone to the Polish mountains to search for his grandfather and the truth. Danger looms as events spiral out of control, and Indigo needs to make choices that change him, his world, and his future forever. Members Reviews: Mystical Beasts for chldren to enjoy. Indigo's Dragon is a fantasy book for readers from around the age of 9 years old and upwards. It is set in the Lake District of England and the Polish mountains. Indigo is 13 years old. He gets an unusual parcel from his Grandfather Opi. It contains a book with tales of mystical beasts and a medicine chest, but it is soon stolen by a strange creature. When a large bat drops the gift of an egg for Indigo he discovers it is a cockatrice with a deadly death stare. In the hills Indigo's Mum is helping a Dragon called Graphite which is waking after a 20 year sleep. When they get news of his Grandfather's disappearance Indigo must travel to Poland to help his Grandmother. High in the mountains Indigo finds many creatures living in a sanctuary created by Opi, but with his disappearance trouble is brewing. This is the first book in a planned series and would suit readers who like Unicorns, dragons and mystical beasts. This book was purchased via Amazon.co.uk Rollocking Good Childrenâs Fiction - Unique, engaging, delightful. Indigoâs Dragon is right up there with Harry Potter and How to Train Your Dragon - great, fun childrenâs fantasy fiction. It is a unique adventure based on the Dragon of Krakow myth, but this dragonâs tail has a twist you wonât expect! I was impressed with the delightful novelty of this book. S. Croft has created unique characters and settings. The locations, from Cumbria to mysterious Polish mountains come to life as do the many wonderful mythical monsters that live there - so many wonderful monsters! This is a lovely story to read together, with thrills and monsters galore - plenty to feed young imaginations. My 7 year old asked for it each night, until it was finished, then he read it again independently. I also enjoyed the ecology and tolerance themes - monsters presented not as vicious killing machines typical of Percy Jackson, but as creatures with their own habitats and niches, to be respected and cared for. If youâve ever wanted a pet Kraken, to live with real yetis or to hang lovingly on to the neck of a glossy black unicorn, then this is the book for you. Oh and thereâs a wonderful cockatrice too - so funny! An inspiring fable for our times An inspirational story about a boy discovering who he is, among a horde of legendary creatures and those who care for them. The mythical monsters are brought alive on the page with an attention to detail that makes them totally believable. Every family has its secrets, but the secrets of this family are strange beyond imagining, the unexpected truth about Indigoâs dragon only coming out at the end.

Urban Explorers & The Underwater Teenage Zombies Audiobook by W.S. Olsen

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (W.S. Olsen) — Thu, 19 Feb 2015 16:08:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Urban Explorers & The Underwater Teenage Zombies Subtitle: An Urban Explorers Adventure Author: W.S. Olsen Narrator: Talmadge Ragan Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 02-19-15 Publisher: William S. Olsen Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: What would you do if your town was overtaken by aliens and your parents and friends were turning into zombies? Simple. Call the urban explorers. A group of bored, teenage Army brats begin Urban Exploring and discover an underwater munitions dump inhabited by extraterrestrials. When the town's teenagers mysteriously disappear and return carrying pieces of alien technology, the Urban Explorers realize they may be the only hope of delivering a magnificent gift from the stars to all of humanity. The obstacles and challenges are many: a frantic race against time, grotesque life-threatening teen zombies, a crazy jilted boyfriend, and the far from perfect Urban Explorers themselves. Members Reviews: Gifted to a teen family member: "HungerGamer". I know this author and I gifted his book to a young teen family member and asked them for a review. They do not have an account so I am posting it here for them: "I really enjoyed this book. I read it within a week, and had a hard time putting it down. My favorite part of the book was definitely the urban exploring. I usually enjoy Sci-Fi, so this book was a great spin on aliens, with a rather large dose of zombies--a perfect recipe for a great book!" - HungerGamer What will he come with next?? How cool! Tons of books geared toward kids always come up short, but WS Olsen has come with a story that is as fun to read as it is to say the title. If you are looking for a book for your son or daughter for even a guilty pleasure for yourself get this book NOW! You will not regret it. Now who has a PB&J for me?

A Tale of Two Giants (Rymadoon) Audiobook by Scott William Carter

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Scott William Carter) — Fri, 11 May 2012 09:01:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Tale of Two Giants (Rymadoon) Author: Scott William Carter Narrator: Alexander Edward Trefethen Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 05-11-12 Publisher: Flying Raven Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: They meet on a rainy night, penniless and alone, both of them without a friend in the world. He's a disgraced, down-on-his luck giant, short for his kind, banished forever from his tribe. He just wants to be left alone and pity the poor person who annoys him. She's a stubborn human girl whose mother had been kidnapped by a evil dictator ? and she's determined to get her back. No matter how long it takes. No matter who gets in her way. Together they take on an empire. In this intriguing fantasy about two outcasts on a remarkable journey, Carter offers up a riveting adventure that should appeal to fans of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series or Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson books. Although this book stands on its own, readers may want also want to try Carter's first foray into his Lost Lands of Rymadoon series, Drawing a Dark Way. Scott William Carter's first novel, The Last Great Getaway of the Water Balloon Boys, was hailed by Publishers Weekly as a "touching and impressive debut" and won the prestigious 2011 Oregon Book Award for Young Adult Literature. His fantasy from Simon and Schuster, Wooden Bones, chronicling the untold story of Pinocchio, is due out in the summer of 2012. His short stories have appeared in dozens of popular magazines and anthologies. Find out more about his books for young readers (or the young at heart) at rymadoon.com. Members Reviews: Very Good Story! Sorry, author Carter. I just realized I neglected to review this story after I read it over two years ago so I'll do it right now. I gave it 5 Stars on my Kindle author's page so I know I loved it. This may be geared for a younger audience but I loved it, too, and I'm 66. I remember I truly enjoyed the story of two misfits joining forces and overcoming tremendous odds to save those they loved. I know the idea has been done before but I felt this story was unique and well worth the read. Sorry I'm rough on details but this book deserves a heck of a lot more reviews than the two listed here! Come on, readers, give it a try. Loved it. Out of curosity I selected this fantasy and was quite pleased with the results. A headstrong red headed young girl paired up with a runt giant and it worked into a compelling story. There's a bit of steampunk here and a bit of majic as well. All of the evil king and danger you could wish for in a book that young or older adult's will enjoy. good stuff indeed. Different and great! This book was very different from any other story I have heard in this genre. I was sucked into the characters' world immediately and rooted for the good guys throughout their journey. Some bits were unexpected, while other bits were a little predictable, but I still give it 5 stars!

Sarana's Gift: It Changes Everything! Audiobook by Joyce Wycoff

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Joyce Wycoff) — Tue, 16 Aug 2016 15:34:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sarana's Gift: It Changes Everything! Author: Joyce Wycoff Narrator: Rebekah Amber Clark Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 08-16-16 Publisher: Joyce Wycoff Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: What would you sacrifice to have the gift that changes everything? Sarana's Gift is a short fantasy story about a long and dangerous journey into the Mayan world of gods and goddesses. When Sarana rides into a fantasy land on a silver-white horse, she just wants to get away, to run to some place safe. She has no idea what dangers she will face or that she will find the gift that changes everything. Will she be able to keep it? Her first challenge comes when Sea Turtle Mother tells her that only she can save the baby turtles from red death, a monstrous dragon she must face alone and without weapons. She wants to run. She wants to hide, but the crying of the babies and the keening of the mother turtles make her stop. When she turns and faces the monster, she discovers a strength she didn't know she had. The adventure grows more dangerous when she has to face the irritable Blue Peacock God...without angering him, since he is capable of destroying the world and even time itself. In order to save the world, she must also save the blue spirit center, where all the world's dreams begin. How can she possibly do this when it means she must have one of the god's brilliant tail feathers? It's impossible. The greatest challenge she faces is in an underwater world where dolphins, octopus, brightly colored fish, a tiny sea horse, and the great god Kan offer her the safety and beauty she has been so desperately seeking. However, she must pay a great price to stay. What will she decide? Sarana's Gift is a spirit journey. Sarana discovers unknown strengths and is given many gifts. Then she is faced with the need to sacrifice what she thinks she needs most to restore the balance of the world. Will she be able to keep the gift that changes everything? Members Reviews: Outstanding Adventure What a delightful story for the young girl in all of us. It is filled with fantasy adventures fought with creativity and courage rather than guns or super-powers. The visual images are striking and the moment when Sarah takes charge of her own life is engaging and touching. Highly recommended. Knowing and becoming yourself This is a touching and meaningful story about discovering, becoming, and being yourself. Young Sarah is faced with a difficult decision, and a vivid dream helps her find the strength and determination to make and to act on that decision. A fun and very readable book for teens, and enjoyable for (this) adult, too! A Gift for Every Young Person Brilliant! Santana's Gift is a fun, imaginative story that I couldn't put down;plus it is a truly inspirational gift to each of us. I want every young person to read this book and know that they are more creative, powerful and capable of saving our world than they can even imagine. Barbara Gaighen-Muller Wish I had read this early in life. âI couldn't put this book down. I wish I had read it early on in my life. It would have been a helpful guide to knowing that sometimes things look dismal but you can follow your guides and intuition and trust that you have enormous courage.â â G. Lynne Snead, author, To Do, Doing, Done! Incredible! âWhat an incredibly wonderful story. The writing is gripping and I couldnât stop reading until the very end. This story is truly a giftâto us all.â â Wendy Denton, Ph.D.

The Seren Trilogy Audiobook by Darren Lewis

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Darren Lewis) — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 04:38:36 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Seren Trilogy Author: Darren Lewis Narrator: Gabrielle Baker Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 11-06-15 Publisher: Darren Lewis Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Do you believe in magic? Our world was born into chaos four billion years ago. It has survived to nurture and protect a species that is duty-bound to help it live. And it's not human. Now those protectors are dying, and the Earth will perish. Their leader, Rox, has a plan, but she will not be alone. From a chance meeting, Rox will travel with the bravest creature she has ever met: a young human girl, Ellie. Travel with them both through the dark woods to the far reaches of the past, as they seek a way to save our world. Can you fly? Ellie returns home to forge a unique friendship that will change her life. Her new companion, Cole, will fly her to amazing heights and plummet to the lowest depths beneath the Earth, as they embark together on a perilous and personal quest to discover something precious lost so long ago. Could you save the world? The fate of mankind hangs in the balance and on the shoulders of Ellie and her dragon, Cole. Old and new friendships will come together to overcome the dreadful future the young friends have unleashed upon the world. Everything must be risked and sacrificed if Ellie is to save everyone she knows and loves. A choice must be made. And only one girl can make it. Members Reviews: Lovely! Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes! It's a great story, nicely told. What did you like best about this story? An exciting adventure for pre-teens children. What about Gabrielle Bakers performance did you like? Very natural. Like someone reading a bedtime story. Good characterisation. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes

Over Odyssey Yellow Part I: The Promise Audiobook by Tony Carnival

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Tony Carnival) — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 05:01:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Over Odyssey Yellow Part I: The Promise Author: Tony Carnival Narrator: Don Wright Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 07-29-15 Publisher: Tony Carnival Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: As if being a teenager wasn't tough enough, Exodus Magaba (Ex) must come to terms with the loss of his beloved older sister, the sudden disappearance of his father, and a move to another town in another state. On the night of his 13th birthday, Ex has an unexpected meeting with a mysterious man. This encounter reveals Ex's supernatural destiny as an "Era Key", the only one of his generation, who can move freely and mysteriously through time. Now, with help from his mother's chronodelias - mystical flowers that let you watch memories as though watching TV - and his new group of zany but street-tough friends, Ex must piece together the truth of the mysterious man, the forgotten magical world of Odyssia wherein lie his roots, and the connection with a new and lavish video game... and his future.

Psyched Audiobook by Juli Caldwell

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Juli Caldwell) — Thu, 07 Nov 2013 00:45:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Psyched Author: Juli Caldwell Narrator: Erin Leigh Neumeyer Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 11-07-13 Publisher: Julianne Hiatt Caldwell Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Aisi Turay has it all under control. At least, she thinks she does. Forget that the most popular girl in school hates her guts and will stop at nothing to embarrass her. Forget that her little brother is tormented by the ghosts and demons she sees all the time. Forget that her mom is a con artist who pretends to be psychic to make some cash. Forget that her dad is hiding a secret than can destroy everything she knows about herself. Nope, she's got this one...until that one awful day when she nearly loses it all. With ghost-hunting hottie Vance, a guy who stumbled into her life at the worst possible moment, Aisi must search for the messages hidden in visions and memories to protect her family. Maybe, just maybe, they can reclaim what she thought was lost forever. Members Reviews: a very creative way to portray psychics...and demons Aisi has a rough home life and is trying to keep her life together the best she can. Her mom almost seems depressed, or crazy, or both and she has to almost be a mother to her younger brother, Leo. I kept wondering why she just didn't go live with her dad--wouldn't that be easier? He obviously cared more than her mom seemed to. I thought it was funny that her mom pretends to be psychic and that Aisi really is. I loved it when Aisi showed Monica what was what in the locker room. When Vance and Colby came to town, I just knew things were going to change and start happening...and that hopefully mysteries would be solved. I really enjoyed the way Juli Caldwell wove all of these pieces into the story and tied it all together. I thought it was very well done. Just a side note, I'm not a big fan of demons and the like, but it was over-the-top crazy good and it worked for me!! Content: may be a little scary for younger readers, but otherwise clean. A good read! Aisi is an everyday high school girl with a unique ability. Like her little brother Leo, they are both hauntedâpsychic. They both can see the dead. Leo is frightened by these scary apparitions, but Aisi refused to feed them her fear, so she fights them and sends them back to Hell using her special gift of Latin and telekinesis. One day, Aisi gets a dark warning from a demon, who will kill all happiness and joy and reign again. This one is the most dangerous demon she has ever faced and, for the first time in her life, she is actually scared. What will happen to her family, to Leo? What has he done to the twin sister that mysteriously disappeared all those years ago? What would happen if he won? Aisi is tough and fearless, and it was interesting seeing her try to solve this mystery by delving in the morbid history of demons and how it related to her father and what happened to her sister. Although not all the pieces fit in this supernatural puzzle, the whole psychic vs. demon angle was enjoyable. A good read! An ok read Predicable and unbelievable yet interesting enough to finish. Not really enough details to fill out the story, but you can still get a one dimensional picture of what's going on. With a little brushing up it could be good. But as is, its not very frightening, thrilling or suspenseful. A mediocre book. Wonderful Read Psyched is a well written thrill ride. The story is intense and gripping, balanced out with the perfect amount of humor. The lead character Aisi is strong and spirited.

Demon Trouble Too Audiobook by Terry Spear

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Terry Spear) — Tue, 07 Jan 2014 20:40:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Demon Trouble Too Subtitle: Demon Guardian Series Author: Terry Spear Narrator: Maria Hunter Welles Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 01-07-14 Publisher: Terry Spear Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Alana Fainot is a demon gate guardian, stuck in her last boring year of school. But not for long. Hunter and the rest of the gang show up when her astral form can't return to her physical form, and she's at the police station trying to talk her way out of having seen the murderer of a summoner. Hunter always knew Alana was trouble, but his kind of trouble, and he's not leaving Alana alone again. Celeste Sweetwater, a new kind of demon, joins Hunter and Alana and the rest of the demon guardians in a fight to find a new kind of portal device that can summon several demons at once. But not only that, another Matusa has been unleashed on the unsuspecting human world and the demon guardians must stop him before he wreaks much more havoc. But this time, the police are involved, paranormal investigators pounce on the area, and the whole mess seems to be spiraling out of the demon guardians' control.

The Last Great Wizard of Yden Audiobook by S. G. Rogers

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (S. G. Rogers) — Fri, 03 May 2013 19:41:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Last Great Wizard of Yden Author: S. G. Rogers Narrator: Evan Greenberg Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 05-03-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: For his 16th birthday, all Jon wanted were the keys to the family car. Instead, he got a lousy magic ring.... Although 16-year-old Jon Hansen is an artistic prodigy, he yearns to fit in. When he discovers a secret magical heritage, however, his regular life turns upside down. After an evil wizard kidnaps his father to another dimension, Jon vows to rescue him...if can figure out how to wield the magical artifacts his father left behind. Can Jon outwit the most evil wizard the magical world has ever known? Or will he become the next wizard in Efysian's gruesome collection? Members Reviews: Last great wizard I downloaded this book when it was free on amazon top 100. I really enjoyed it i loved all the characters as well as the story line. I liked it so much i have got books 2 and 3. Pleased to add it to my collection of fabulous fantasies! The most recent prize to the Wolf Clan wizardâs grisly throng is not what Jon would like to be turned into. The enchanted domain holds one of the wickedest sorcerers, and he is after Jon and his friends. Are they able to overthrow him? Along with his comrades, Jon is hoping to defeat the wizard. He has already come across a commander of war, cyclopes, and more, on his expedition to Yden. These were all seeking his demise. His exploration proved successful when he discovered enchanted relics'the keys to another realm. It took a lot of bravery but he made the voyage, after all it was to find his father, who always told him stories about the mystical land of Yden, however Jon never thought they were true. Now he knows different. This book is well worth reading. It really is a splendid work. Pleased to add it to my collection of fabulous fantasies. Magical lands A boy and his sister grows up with tale of a far away magical land. They believed it to be a wonderful make believe place of their fathers imagination. Could it be his telling them of the home he knew growing up? A wonderful tale of a boy coming of age. Coming to the knowledge of who and what he is...what is father is...and learning to be the type of man he can to proud to be. I'm looking forward to more of Yden. Fantastic book!! This YA fantasy novel was the best book I've read in a long, long time. I enjoyed it from beginning to end. Admittedly, I'm a fan of fantasy, but I'm also a fan of good writing. This book caught my attention right away. I loved the characterization (which is a vitally important key for me to REALLY like a book). I thought the creativity, humor, action, suspense, setting, and combination of terrific characters (bad guys and good) were so well done that I couldn't wait to start up where I left off. I will definitely be reading more of S. G. Rogers' books...as a matter of fact, I can't wait to get my hands on more. What a terrific book! An exciting and entertaining adventure! Characters you can believe, a parallel world and the magic needed to get there. Don't start reading this book if you have somewhere to be before you've finished. There's a bonus short story attached to my version, and a list of similar books by this skilled author. Score!

Wandering Audiobook by Heather Sutherlin

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Heather Sutherlin) — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 20:37:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wandering Subtitle: The Wanderer Series, Volume 2 Author: Heather Sutherlin Narrator: Carin Gilfry Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 01-14-14 Publisher: Sutherlin Books Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: When you've travelled between worlds, there's nowhere left to go but home. Rory has never been so cold in her life. But the biting wind only reminds her of another pain that grows more intense with each passing day. Each night Jaron's beautiful voice sings in her dreams, and each day her footsteps draw her closer to his side. Danger and intrigue at every turn, no distance is too far when you're returning for true love. Rin has spent the last five years searching for Rory across two worlds. Now a series of visions have him convinced he's growing closer to finding her. But when Rory slips through another portal, taking his visions with her, he finds himself back at square one. To find her now he'll need the help of an old friend and a little otherworldly magic. This time he intends to bring the wanderer home for good. Members Reviews: Five Stars for Wandering I'm going to give Wandering 5 stars, because I loved the second half. I did not find the ending confusing. Perhaps another review felt that it ended abruptly or that the flash forward at the end (so we can see main characters at a later point in time, when certain events reach resolution) was disconcerting. I can understand that. However, I like the flash forward. I like the closure it offered. I also continued to enjoy the lush and detailed (even when they're not so lush) settings described in this series. I do recommend these all-age appropriate books for the younger Young Adult crowd. Also, I do think it's important to note, again, that Sutherlin's ebooks are professionally edited and formatted. At a time when anyone can take a draft and publish it as an ebook, it's hard for readers to know when a manuscript has been released only because it is ready, and when it's just been thrown out there. Sutherlin's books are quality products. You can purchase them with confidence. Lost in Wandering From the moment you start the journey, you are Wandering with Rory and Rin, searching for home, love and belonging. Heather Sutherlin does an excellent job capturing the emotions of each character in the sequel to Seen. You want to help each time the characters go looking for each other, or when there seems to be no way out. Does Rory ever find her lost love and if she does, can she win him back from the anger,and other girl? A must read! Finally! When Seen ended in a cliff hanger (literally), I was almost beside myself having to wait to find out what happened to Rory. Wandering takes you through all the emotions as you witness Rory and Rin try to find each other (and don't get me started on poor Jaron). You'll meet new characters and creatures along the way. It's another great adventure! Wondering about Wandering! Another great book by Heather Sutherlin!! I give this one 4 stars. This book was action packed, intense, and full of drama. Zern is magnificent, and grown Rin may just be my favorite character yet! I was a bit confused at parts, like the ending, but happy with it nonetheless. The baffle is the cutest thing and I want one. Now. I need it to sit and stare at me while I write, like my kitty does. I really hope there are more in this series, a spin off or something, to help answer all my questions. And I really, really want to know more about the wanderer, the watcher, and the protector! I mean, they are an awesome triple threat that needs more adventure.

Christopher Pepper and the Silver Soda Audiobook by Chad Campbell

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Chad Campbell) — Wed, 11 Sep 2013 13:17:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Christopher Pepper and the Silver Soda Author: Chad Campbell Narrator: Bryan Smart Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 09-11-13 Publisher: Chad Campbell Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Christopher Pepper is an average middle school student, who thinks school is boring with the exception that every day he and his best friend Schwags have to deal with the school bullies. Christopher doesn't think he is special and wonders what life has meant for him. Everything changes when he drinks a mysterious silver soda at an old hidden antique shop. Now every time he drinks a soda he gains amazing powers that are different for every flavor of soda he drinks. After gaining these powers Christopher finds himself over his head as he is thrust into a war that is old as time itself. Members Reviews: Fated In this book the character is chosen by the fates themselves to do battle with the forces of evil and he was given a silver soda through a vending machine at a antique store when he found enough change in the sofas that were there and after that for every soda flavor he drank it would give him a new super power Good book The plot went a little out there, but overall a good read. I enjoyed the adventures of Chris and his friend. Decent book I wasn't sure if I was gonna like this book but once I started reading it I couldn't stop. It was a quick read. If you have the time you won't be disappointed in this book. Good but still much is Desired! With superb illustration, fun characters like Christopher Pepper and his best friend Schwags, these chronicles should be a good seller. But, only if the author has it scrutinized by one good editor. It may become one of the leading fantasy books in the market. Engrossing Christopher Pepper and the Silver Soda is amazing. I was so engrossed in reading, I wasn't able to put it down. When I was younger, I used to focus on princesses and fairy tales and how their princes saved them. Christopher was definitely different from what I've read when I was a kid. His story defines a teenager that is going through identity versus role confusion, not knowing how society will accept him. However, he did his best to be a good friend and an obedient son to his mother. I love how the book caters to all audiences. The underlying lesson of the story is discovering one's purposes. Whether you're an adult or a teenager like Christopher Pepper, you can still find your purpose. If you have not read this story, you should grab it now!

Babysitting a Vampire Audiobook by Glenn Stevens

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Glenn Stevens) — Sat, 10 Nov 2012 05:52:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Babysitting a Vampire Author: Glenn Stevens Narrator: Erin Spencer Format: Unabridged Length: 39 mins Language: English Release date: 11-10-12 Publisher: Steven Fitzsimmons Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Imagine having to babysit a real vampire. It's late at night and your strange pale next door neighbor needs someone to watch little Johnny. What happens during a thunderstorm when little Johnny is hungry and you're fresh out of food? For someone so young, little Johnny seems to have incredible strength. See what happens when Karen discovers Little Johnnies secret. Members Reviews: Babysitting a vampire review It took me less than an hour to read this, a fantastic short story. The end made me wonder what would happen next.

Halloween Ball at Dracula's Castle Audiobook by Glenn Stevens

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Glenn Stevens) — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 15:27:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Halloween Ball at Dracula's Castle Author: Glenn Stevens Narrator: Anna Bowman Format: Unabridged Length: 40 mins Language: English Release date: 10-22-12 Publisher: Steven Fitzsimmons Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: It's Halloween night and the Count is throwing a party for his undead friends. Guess who the main course is! Join Jill and Vickie, two college cheerleaders, as they accept Dracula's special invitation to the Ball. See if two cheerleaders fight back against the evil forces surrounding them this Halloween night?

The Keepers of Elenath, Book 1 Audiobook by Amanda Bradburn

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Amanda Bradburn) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 08:11:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Keepers of Elenath, Book 1 Author: Amanda Bradburn Narrator: Stephen Rozzell Format: Abridged Length: 7 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 10-09-09 Publisher: Tate Publishing Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: At the center of the tempest lies Gwaeron, princess of Anirum. Secrets surround her true identity, and the strange gifts she is capable of are sought after by both sides of the silent war. Another evil haunting the land of Elenath; sweeping from the northwestern wasteland to Anirum's eastern coast is the dreaded eves fornost. Hearts of human, elf, etel, and gnome will turn - for good or evil. And the worst is yet to come. Members Reviews: Everything I Enjoy in a Good Fantasy My favorite genre is fantasy. "The Keepers of Elenath" by Amanda Bradburn has everything I want in a fantasy. It is intelligently written, action packed, filled with interesting well fleshed out characters, nasty critters, scary bad guys, and a creative, interesting storyline that is unpredictable and hard to put down. The heroine of the story is likable, believable, and sympathetic. Christian symbolism is expertly woven into the story in such a way that is not easy to miss, yet at the same time it is not annoyingly obvious. What is obvious is that this new talent is someone to watch. I will be eagerly watching for the next installment of this exciting trilogy. Steve Groll author ~ "Beyond the Dead Forest" So good I gave it as a gift I don't know about you but I hate to give bad gifts. Especially to someone who has similar interests as me. When my sister asked for books for Christmas, I knew just what to give her. This book is one of the few "new" books I have seen that is worth reading in several years(I mainly stick with classics though this will be one someday). The imagery and plot-line are topnotch and unlike many fantasy books it is clean so people of all ages can enjoy it. I bought it once for myself when it first came out and again for a Christmas present. Heard the next one is coming out soon; will buy it as it is released. You can very much seen that Tolkien influenced this author and I am sure he would be proud. You like talented, clean, fantasy-filled books? Well I do. And I loved this book. Here's why: 1: It was perfectly clean. No cursing, no suggestive material. 2: Good storyline. It surprised me a few times :) 3: Great characters. I fell in love with the characters (except for the evil ones; that would be wrong :P) I loved this book and would suggest it to anyone who wants good, clean fantasy. And especially for a first time author, it was amazing. I am seriously looking forward to the next book :D ~D's daughter Good first novel! Soon after I started this book, I could easily tell it was Bradburn's first novel. The beginning of the plot was confusing: it revealed something awfully quickly, and I couldn't discern the direction of the storyline at all. These starting events were necessary, but could have been written better. About 100 pages in, the story took a solid form and I began to enjoy it. I was a little disappointed when there wasn't too much of the training-in-secret-practices scene that I always enjoy, but it looks as if that will come in the second book. I noticed that many terms were used a few times too many ("former princess," for example) in a short space of time. Overall, the plot and characters steadily improved as the book progressed. What this means to a Christian: There are many people in the world who call themselves Christians. Many actually are, but some may not have a true understanding.

The Magic Shop Audiobook by H. G. Wells

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (H. G. Wells) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 21:36:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Magic Shop Author: H. G. Wells Narrator: David Ian Davies Format: Unabridged Length: 26 mins Language: English Release date: 09-24-09 Publisher: One Voice Recordings Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: When he takes his young son to a magic shop as a birthday present, a father finds it ever more difficult to separate what is illusion from what he begins to wonder is real magic. This is a wonderful trip into the world of fantasy for young listeners and parents alike. (P)2009 One Voice Recordings Members Reviews: Four Stars Almost wish there was such a lovely shop. Good Story! Very interesting & Scarey Story, also was a Great episode of the Alfred Hitchcock Hour starring Leslie Nielsen! A good short story, if not a little confusing I've been thinking about getting the story for a while. It's simple enough, a father and his son visit a mysterious magic shop. The visit begins in the standard fashion, but it evolves into a series of strange events that continues to concern the father. The child seems to enjoy himself thoroughly. It's a wholesome story, but my concern comes with some of the grammar and language. Some of it was just confusing. I use the dictionary on a few words and found no entry (A great feature of the Kindle app), and in a few places i tripped upon grammar that just seemed out of whack. All in all - a good short read. Very descriptive. Successfully Magical! Excellent, but it needs footnotes related to when it was written in the early 20th century to put its various references into better context. The illustrations were successfully magical but sometimes didn't follow the text. The magician seems based on Alfred Hitchcock's TV episode with the clerk looking like David Opatoshu, who's probably best remembered for hos role on Star Trek as Anan 7 in "a Taste of Armageddon. Enjoy! Loved it! Gip and his father wander into a London magic shop for a look around. The proprietor playfully shows off his magic skills for the boy. At a point, the magic starts to get a little too genuine. And that is when the story starts to get a bit creepy. Loved it! 5 STARS

Watch Me Audiobook by Lauren Barnholdt

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Lauren Barnholdt) — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 12:46:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Watch Me Author: Lauren Barnholdt Narrator: Cassandra Morris Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 02-08-11 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Ally is convinced she has everything under control. She's about to move into a house full of strangers and have her life broadcast to the world, but as long as she still has her long-distance boyfriend, Corey, nothing can go wrong. Nothing, that is, until Ally starts spending time with her housemate Drew. As suspicions and lies start pulling Ally and Corey apart, she's not sure if she can trust anyone, not even herself. Members Reviews: What?? What disappointed you about Watch Me? try EVERYTHING !! What do you think your next listen will be? umm .. I'm not sure yet , but I hope it will be better than this What about Cassandra Morriss performance did you like? her voice is very suitable to the main character You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? NO .. I'm so glad I finished it Any additional comments? I'm really speechless

The Utterly Uninteresting and Unadventurous Tales of Fred, the Vampire Accountant Audiobook

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Drew Hayes) — Tue, 24 Feb 2015 13:05:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Utterly Uninteresting and Unadventurous Tales of Fred, the Vampire Accountant Author: Drew Hayes Narrator: Kirby Heyborne Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 02-24-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4453 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Some people are born boring. Some live boring. Some even die boring. Fred managed to do all three, and when he woke up as a vampire, he did so as a boring one. Timid, socially awkward, and plagued by self-esteem issues, Fred has never been the adventurous sort. One fateful night - different from the night he died, which was more inconvenient than fateful - Fred reconnects with an old friend at his high school reunion. This rekindled relationship sets off a chain of events thrusting him right into the chaos of the parahuman world: a world with chipper zombies, truck driver wereponies, maniacal necromancers, ancient dragons, and now one undead accountant trying his best to "survive". Because even after it's over, life can still be a downright bloody mess. Members Reviews: Utterly Awesome! I thought I had had just about enough of vampires. I've been doing the vampires thing since the early 90's with White Wolf games, and Ann Rice novels. I thought I had seen it all, and I was surely not going to be sucked in again. No, not me. No one else was going to beat that undead horse on my dime. Then Drew Hayes released a damn vampire book. On the strength of his other titles, I eventually gave in and got it. It's not my favorite Drew Hayes novel, but it might be my favorite vampire novel. Fred is a great character, easily fun enough to excuse his being a vampire, and his scooby gang of friends expands with each tale, and they are all really cool. Each of them shows off that Drew Hayes knew what he was doing, sucking us in the most tired, cliche of the big ticket monsters and then blowing socks off with his interesting take on the rest of the supernatural zoo. Stories are great, not crazy about the format This book is deftly summed up by its title. The stories are pretty good. The premise is interesting, all the characters are great. There is also pretty good plot and character development despite one major flaw. This is essentially a collection of short stories in chronological order. This format is problematic because it interrupts the flow of the story. Additionally, you get a recap at the start of each story. This is the most annoying bit. Recaps are great when you waited a long time for the next installment to come out, but when you are listening to them consistently and consecutively, the recaps get a little tedious. Otherwise it's great. Despite this, I will probably pick up the next installment when it comes out on audible. It wasn't enough to turn me off completely. If the next one is like this, however, I may not continue. Kirby Heyborne is spot on in his narration, no problems there. Loved the title...but this was riveting... I almost didn't get this book. I listened to NPCs and found it clever and fun and that brought this one on my radar. The title sounded amusing, but it also sounded like one of those stories that would lag after the initial idea wore thin (a Vampire Accountant). But the author did a good job of continually adding a colorful cast that kept it fresh. Plus Fred the vampire stays true to his mild mannered roots and never loses his appeal. The author stays away from the temptation of turning Freddy into a badass and making him like every other vampire anti hero out there.

Little Myth Marker Audiobook by Robert Asprin

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robert Asprin) — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 22:43:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Little Myth Marker Subtitle: Myth Adventures, Book 6 Author: Robert Asprin Narrator: Noah Michael Levine Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 04-15-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 249 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Skeeve bluffs his way into a high-stakes game of dragon poker-and wins! But now he's left with Markie, a pint-sized IOU left by a player who went broke. She conjures up a house full of trouble every time she tries to cast a spell. And now the dragon poker champion has challenged Skeeve to a game - with a pot of half a million. Members Reviews: So much fun! Love this series! Every book is awesome. Add to that the narrator is magnificent too! great this series rocks my socks. i love it a ton. you should read it... er listen. Good, undemanding fun. Entertaining. Usual good performance (although the English accent seems to be getting worse). Saw the end coming, though.

The Dead Girls' Dance Audiobook by Rachel Caine

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rachel Caine) — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 13:27:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dead Girls' Dance Subtitle: Morganville Vampires, Book 2 Author: Rachel Caine Narrator: Cynthia Holloway Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 08-07-09 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 660 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: On the up side, she has a great roommate (who tends to disappear at sunup) and a new boyfriend named Shane, whose vampire-hunting dad has called in backup: cycle punks who like the idea of killing just about anything. Now a fraternity is throwing its annual Dead Girls' Dance and---surprise!---Claire and her equally outcast best friend, Eve, have been invited. When they find out why, all hell is going to break loose. Because this time both the living and the dead are coming out---and everybody's hungry for blood. Members Reviews: You have to read the 1st book to understand this 1 I have been struggling to grasp the plot and characters in this book when I realized it is a second in the series. I am going to download the first book now in hopes to better enjoy the story. Not as good as Vampire Academy What did you love best about The Dead Girls' Dance? I liked that the storyline. I also like it that the author used the same narrator for all of her series. It's basically a pg rated tween version of Vampire Academy. I like it that the storyline really changes between books. The love Interest quandry is between a 16 year old college freshman and her 18 year old male roomate. So, they are determined not to go past 2nd base. No blood and gore in this series. It really doesn't get into how they get their blood (other than the unmentioned college kids disappearing). We find a new main character and this book sets up well for book 3. I never reached a point where, I couldn't put it down. Nor were there any places I bookmarked, like I did in the Vampire Academy. The character descriptions didn't really give me a good mind's eye as to what the characters looked like other than general descriptions ie blonde and blue eyes- I couldn't take my eyes off of him. I had a hard time buying into the characters, this might be done on purpose, since I feel that the audience is tween. I bought book 3 and 4. 3 is much better than book 2. Have you listened to any of Cynthia Holloways other performances before? How does this one compare? I like her performance, but her man voice really cold be better. keeps you wanting more I am not a teen but decided to give i a try and now cant stop mustt finish the series! Loved it also! A wonderful book. Keeping me hooked. Narrator is really good. A lot better than some others. This is a really good series. Great book The narrator did not do the best for this story! But the story was great

Arcane Audiobook by Sever Bronny

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sever Bronny) — Tue, 11 Aug 2015 04:45:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Arcane Subtitle: The Arinthian Line, Book One Author: Sever Bronny Narrator: Stefan Rudnicki Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 08-11-15 Publisher: Skyboat Media Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 142 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Fourteen-year-old Augum and friends Bridget and Leera dream of becoming warlocks. But with a kingdom in total chaos, it will take courage, sacrifice, and an iron will to make that dream come true. The lord of the legion, a vicious tyrant, has overthrown the king in a relentless and murderous quest for seven mythic artifacts - and Augum's mentor, the legendary Anna Atticus Stone, possesses one. While Augum struggles with demons from a painful childhood, a betrayal puts him, his friends, and his mentor through a harrowing ordeal that threatens to destroy them all... and change the course of history. Arcane, the debut novel in the fantasy adventure series the Arinthian Line, follows three friends as they navigate an ancient, abandoned castle, endure grueling training, challenge old mysteries, and learn that a bond forged in tragedy might just be the only thing to save them from a ruthless enemy. Members Reviews: I liked this book. This is a good book suitable for all ages. The target audience is really for younger audiences, though I'm in my fifties and I enjoyed it. I think that fans of Harry Potter will really like it. It's a little cookie cutter, but still good. The narration was great. I recommend this for young people and those that are young at heart. So, so book, good voice acting Any additional comments? The book has a consistent flaw throughout...time. Everything happens quickly...the character shift emotions and concerns at light speed, people...large groups of people, traveling by cart what is impressed as large distances....at some point you just can't ignore these flaws. Thinking back, I think the entire book takes place is less than a week...yet the newbie apprentices are fixing walls, finding lost tunnels with spells. Add to this, that everything is easily fixed with magic...that doesn't seem to have any limits, rules..etc. The only redeeming quality to the book is Stefan Rudnicki. I would recommend holding onto your credits for another book. A Gem This is a must read for any one how is ok with the deaths of many people that still ends on a vary optimistic note Also I really love Stefan Rudnicki he is one of my all time favorite narrators. Ever since I listened to Enders Game as a kid This narrator should not do young adult books I couldn't finish. Mostly it was the story, but the narrator didn't help, over-emphasizing childishness and whining into irritations. Great book My only issue is with guys voice, it is a little to deep when speaking in a kids tone or woman's voice. Besides that I love the content.

DragonSpell Audiobook by Donita K. Paul

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Donita K. Paul) — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 04:22:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: DragonSpell Author: Donita K. Paul Narrator: Ellen Grafton Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 06-24-09 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 165 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: A Desperate Search Begins... A small band of Paladin's servants rescue Kale from danger but turn her from her destination: The Hall, where she was to be trained as a dragon-keeper. Feeling afraid and unprepared, Kale embarks on a perilous quest to find the meech dragon egg stolen by the foul wizard Risto. First, she and her comrades must find Wizard Fenworth. But their journey is threatened when a key member of the party is captured, leaving the remaining companions to find Fenworth, attempt an impossible rescue, and recover the egg whose true value they have not begun to suspect... Weaving together memorable characters, daring adventure, and a core of eternal truth, Dragonspell is a finely crafted and welcome addition to the corpus of fantasy fiction. Critic Reviews: In Dragonspell, Donita K. Paul has created an amazing world of fantasy adventure. From riding on dragons to jumping off cliffs to moving mountains, this story is sure to spark a reader's imagination-young and old. And with a message of identity transformed from slavery to servanthood, it's a book families will love reading and discussing together." - Christopher P. N. Maselli, children's author of Reality Shift and founder of TruthPop.com Members Reviews: I'm Enthralled by Donita K. Paul & Audible Books! Would you listen to DragonSpell again? Why? I plan on listening to this whole series again. I stumbled on her books by looking for Anne McCaffrey by doing a search for "Dragon". I'd never heard of Donita K. Paul or her books, before, but now I'm addicted. I'm also addicted to Audible Books, now, too. I'm not a very good reader, but have always loved listening to people's Stories, so Audible Books is just the thing for me! What did you like best about this story? I most enjoyed the way Magik is used & how it follows the Laws of Quantum Physics. Also, the complimentary relationship between Dragons & people. Which character as performed by Ellen Grafton was your favorite? Kale has to be my favorite character. It's heartwarming to watch her grow & mature throughout the series. I liked the way Ellen Grafton had different "Voices" & accents for the various characters. She does a marvelous job of keeping all the Voices straight. So it's more real than just listening to a "flat" narration. The Voices bring the characters to life. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I'm now addicted to Audible Books & have bought many more than I intended to. LOL! I like Donita K. Paul's Sense of Hummer. She makes me laugh & cry. She has a gift for bringing her characters to life & making me identify with them. She's my new favorite author & I've fallen in love with these books. I especially like Principle Quoting Bardon. His character is able to instill Morals & Ethics into the Story without being preachy. Any additional comments? Listening to Stories (Audible Books) versus watching TV, stimulates the Imagination Center in the brain. I can Feel extra blood flow as the "Movie" plays out in my "Mind's Eye"! love this story I read this story once when it came out and now I am happy I get to hear it over again and again. A great book for kids and grownups A story for all. This is a story of faith and friendships amoung many of different races.

The Monstrumologist Audiobook by Rick Yancey

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rick Yancey) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:40:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Monstrumologist Author: Rick Yancey Narrator: Steven Boyer Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-09 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 411 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Dr. Warthrop is a scientist who tracks and studies real-life monsters. Assisted by his 12-year-old apprentice, Will Henry, Dr. Warthrop discovers a pod of Anthropophagi and launches a hunt to destroy the foul beasts. Critic Reviews: "[The] best horror novel of the year." (Booklist) Members Reviews: Excellent naration brought the horror to life Any additional comments? I expected more of an adventure book than a horror novel. It was definitely the latter. However, the rich text and excellent narration made this a series I will continue to read. Things do go bump in the night What did you love best about The Monstrumologist? The writing was so vivid, you could taste the fear in the air along with the story characters. Who was your favorite character and why? Will Henry, and secretly, Kearns Which scene was your favorite? When they ambush the Anthropophagi pack Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Throughout the book the relationship between Will and the Doctor evokes both anger and compassion Any additional comments? Although at times sickening in the decriptions of the horrors, its a verbal car crash that you can not turn away from. Reader Be Warned I came to this book expecting to find an aging scientist who takes in a young boy and through the nature of his science, introduces him to the fact that monsters exist - sort of Indiana Jones meets Night of the Living Dead. It seemed like that would be somewhat entertaining and entertainment was all I was looking for. Other reviewers had compared the author's writing to Lovecraft. I have not read enough Lovecraft to comment on the similarities, but I will say this. I nearly quit the series after reading the first book, not because I was not entertained, for I was. I nearly quit because I found myself profoundly disturbed. Rick Yancy in this series will shine light into dark places, places you cannot see, places you must not see, places you cannot help but look. And you will come to know, to KNOW, that monsters exist. You will find them somewhere between the transcendence of heaven and the piles of dung we live in which, as he shows, are not extremes but points on a circle, a coil if you will, and you will come to see the coil unwind, and the thing, the thing ITSELF, lying one ten-thousandth of an inch beyond your field of vision. Read them. READ them. Read and Marvel! Read and Wonder! Read and Fear! Read and Despair! Your journey begins here. Great for horror fans. Where does The Monstrumologist rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? 8.5 Any additional comments? I really enjoyed this book. I am a huge fan of horror and this had a lot of things I look for in horror stories. It is very well written and very well narrated. If you are not a fan of horror or if you are squeamish this is not a book for you. can't make up my mind This is well written by Yancey and well read by Boyer. I have to repeat what a prior reviewer said that this is *definitely* not a youth novel. I think they only mention Yancey's youth novels in the synopsis as a way to convey he's a good writer as evidenced by his awards in that genre. What I can't make up my mind about is whether I will listen to the next book (the end makes it plain there will be more). I'm really interested to know what happens next, but the story can convey such hopelessness throughout that I sometimes had a hard time continuing to listen.

Feast of Fools Audiobook by Rachel Caine

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rachel Caine) — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 07:29:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Feast of Fools Subtitle: Morganville Vampires, Book 4 Author: Rachel Caine Narrator: Cynthia Holloway Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 02-05-10 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 411 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: In the college town of Morganville, vampires and humans have learned to live in relative peace. Still, students like Claire Danvers know that after dark, studying can take a backseat to staying alive. But the tenuous good-neighbor policy is really turned on its head with the arrival of Mr. Bishop. Bad to the bone, the ancient old-school vampire cares nothing about harmony. Staying at the top of the food chain is enough. What he wants from the town's living and dead is unthinkably sinister. It's only at a formal ball attended by vampires and their human dates that Claire realizes Bishop's plan---and the elaborately evil trap he's set for the warm-blooded souls of Morganville. Members Reviews: If interested in vamp stories it's an unique twist Would you try another book from Rachel Caine and/or Cynthia Holloway? Yes. I have to admit though that because I had just finished two other vampire series books where the vampires were essentially good, it was tough to adjust to a series where they treated humans so poorly. What other book might you compare Feast of Fools to and why? I would only compare to other books on the series. Which scene was your favorite? Bishops welcome party If this book were a movie would you go see it? It would need to have content from more than one book on the series, but yes. Any additional comments? It would be nice of the books number in the series was on the title. There seemed to be inconsistencies at times but nothing to make me put it down . Disappointing If you read the first two books in this series, you might want to do yourself a favor and just stop there. This book was not only dull, with full chapters devoted to small, unnecessarily detailed events, it was also lazily written, with lame plot lines and boring characters. I've liked Rachel Caine's book in the past, but this one lacked her wit and obvious interest in science as well as human motivations that made her other books fun. EXCELLENT SERIES! Where does Feast of Fools rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? I love Vampire Series so this series I love! What was one of the most memorable moments of Feast of Fools? Clare Brave/Crazy Clare! Her relationship with Shane is so wonderful! What does Cynthia Holloway bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Her ability to switch her voice for each person is AMAZING! Any additional comments? The only complaint I have about this series is I wish the stories were longer! Each one ends on a cliff hanger which leaves you wanting more & in my opinion 2 books could be combined instead of having to pay a high price for an audibleaudible book that could be made into 1 for a bit of a higher price! Good Story If this book were a movie would you go see it? yes Any additional comments? I like the series. Didn't like the deatil of Shane's injury changing from the last book to this one. loving it! What did you love best about Feast of Fools? the characters are fantastic Any additional comments? I am really enjoying the series, I hope she can keep it up!

Dragonfriend: Dragonfriend, Book 1 Audiobook by Marc Secchia

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Marc Secchia) — Tue, 22 Dec 2015 05:02:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dragonfriend: Dragonfriend, Book 1 Author: Marc Secchia Narrator: Erin Bennett Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 12-22-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 183 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Stabbed. Burned by a dragon. Abandoned for the windrocs to pick over. The traitor Ra'aba tried to silence Hualiama forever, but he reckoned without the strength of a dragonet's paw and the courage of a girl who refused to die. Only an extraordinary friendship will save Hualiama's beloved kingdom of Fra'anior and restore the king to the Onyx Throne. Flicker, the valiant dragonet. Hualiama, a foundling, adopted into the royal family. The power of a friendship which paid the ultimate price. This is the tale of Hualiama Dragonfriend and a love which became legend. Members Reviews: Wonderful adventure Great dragon story. Wonderful story, characters & adventure. Excellent interweaving of Dragon society, lore, nobility & unwaivering loyalty & friendship. Im so excited to have a new series to fall in love with. Very Disappointed Any additional comments? I had high hopes for this book, but was very disappointed. I was going to return it after the first couple of chapters, but decided to listen on. I do like the overall story line (the reason I kept listening), however the actual writing leaves a lot to be desired. The writing feels choppy, some things don't make sense, for instance; the setting is a series of islands, yet the main character doesn't know what an ocean is, what kind of islands are these? It's never explained. Plus I know you want a main character to be accomplished, but a 15 year old that is a beautiful singer, dancer, engineer, pilot, sword master and more seems a bit much. To top it all off the ending was very disappointing, wish I would have returned it. fantastic it's a pretty fast moving book and I love the characters the The Narrative did a fantastic job at the voices and it's a great book can't wait to read the next one Best book of the year So smoothly written. Hated to put it down. Out of the over 100 audio books I got this year... this one tops the list Absolutely amazing! This book was narrated so well the performer deserves a thousand awards! You can feel the emotion in the voice and feel that there are truly more than one personal in this audio book. The book is full of unraveling mysteries, action, humor, and Love. I am truly looking forward to the other books as this one was Absolutely amazing!

The Pool of Fire Audiobook by John Christopher

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Christopher) — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 22:27:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Pool of Fire Subtitle: Tripods Series, Book 3 Author: John Christopher Narrator: William Gaminara Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 03-14-11 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 211 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: In the final book of John Christopher's classic series, Will Parker returns to the headquarters of the Resistance after several months in the City of Gold and Lead. He travels to Eastern Europe and the Middle East to set up resistance cells with young boys who question the power of the Tripods. When they are able to capture one of the Tripod 'Masters', they unlock a secret that they use in attempt to finally wrest control of the earth from the Tripods, and maybe - just maybe - save humanity. Members Reviews: awesome book! What made the experience of listening to The Pool of Fire the most enjoyable? I was able to close my eyes and picture the story as it was being read. What other book might you compare The Pool of Fire to and why? i cannot compare this book. Which character as performed by William Gaminara was your favorite? Henry If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be? free the minds Any additional comments? this review is by a 13 year old boy who enjoyed the book very much. The End of the Tripod Trilogy! This is the final book in the Tripod Trilogy. I didn't enjoy this one as much as the others, but it's still good regardless! Of course, I had to find out what happened to the boys and whether or not the Resistance would succeed shaking control away from the alien Masters! William Gaminara narrates all of the Tripod books, and he does a good job reading the story and distinguishing the boys from one another with various accents. I read the prequel "When the Tripods Came" right after this in order to finish off the series. Preteen book I can remember this book from late grade school, and wanted to revisit the past, This book and the other two in the series were entertaining then and somewhat now. Mr. Christopher had a good introduction as to how and why the series came about. I think he achieved his goal. excellent! I loved it, and so will you. I highly recommend this audiobook. Order your copy right away! pretty good. a little short in my opinion, could definitely have gone into more detail.. but all-around a decent listen.

Cadmian's Choice Audiobook by L. E. Modesitt Jr.

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (L. E. Modesitt Jr.) — Tue, 24 Mar 2015 06:21:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cadmian's Choice Subtitle: Corean Chronicles, Book 5 Author: L. E. Modesitt Jr. Narrator: Kyle McCarley Format: Unabridged Length: 23 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 03-24-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 92 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: The world Corus has been redesigned to become the new home of a superior race from a distant world whose very life depends on drawing sustenance from the biological life force of a planet. Meanwhile their plans are supervised by a staff of Alectors who in effect rule the world. The Alectors alone have access to the huge, flying pteridons they have bred and the superior weapons that underpin their psychic talents. The time is now fast approaching for the transfer of the whole population from the old world, nearly bled dry of life force, to Corus. But neither the Alectors (who will be reduced in status when the real powers arrive) nor the local humans (who seem destined to become no more than cattle, though they know nothing of this) are ready. And the mysterious Ancient Ones, the true natives of Corus and assumed to have died out in eons past, still survive, and they have their own powers. The situation builds toward an explosive climax. Critic Reviews: "For maximum enjoyment, read immediately after Alector's Choice." ( Booklist) Members Reviews: great As always...wonderful. Can't wait till the next book. I recommend this book very highly as I do all the authors books. Enjoyable read if rehash I enjoyed reading Cadmian's Choice because it is so well-written. I do however have a sneaking suspicion that I've read this book about two times before. This is probably my eighth book by L. E. Modesitt Junior. The formula of the military hero fights against the evil electors is becoming slightly stale. We keep changing heroes but they are completely the same hero. I highly suggest this writer but if you read up to this point in the series I think it's time to move on. The great stories just keep on coming! Years ago I discovered my first L. E. Moddesit book, since then I have become a huge fan. His ability to bring to life his characters and worlds is outstanding. great read I enjoyed this book. the characters seemed more realistic than the previous book. slower pace but engaging. This is one of best so far! This book was very well done. The narrator was adept at making the characters believable.

Darkness Brutal Audiobook by Rachel A. Marks

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rachel A. Marks) — Wed, 01 Jul 2015 03:06:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Darkness Brutal Subtitle: The Dark Cycle, Book 1 Author: Rachel A. Marks Narrator: Will Damron Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 298 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Aidan O'Linn's childhood ended the night he saw a demon kill his mother and mark his sister, Ava, with Darkness. Since then, every three years the demons have returned to try to claim her. Living in the gritty, forgotten corners of Los Angeles, Aidan has managed to protect his sister, but he knows that even his powers to fight demons and speak dead languages won't keep her safe for much longer. In desperation, Aidan seeks out the help of Sid, the enigmatic leader of a group of teens who run LA Paranormal, an Internet reality show that fights demons and ghosts. In their company, Aidan believes he's finally found a haven for Ava. But when he meets Kara, a broken girl who can spin a hypnotic web of passionate energy, he awakens powers he didn't know he had - and unleashes a new era of war between the forces of Light and the forces of Darkness. With the fate of humanity in his hands, can Aidan keep the Darkness at bay and accept his brilliant, terrifying destiny? Members Reviews: Completely original and intelligent series! I don't, normally, write reviews. But this series is so outstanding it deserves praise. If you're looking for a fun, original, series that hasn't been done a hundred times. This is your series. I will admit it is YA, but more mature than 90% of YA out there. There is a "teenage sex fantasy" vibe to it as another reviewer put it. But its fine. And, lots, of mature language. Which even I use, so its nothing. But if you're a person who is too good for that, I'd pass. The narrator did a wonderful job! He did each character justice. Even the female ones. So, in conclusion, this series has become my favorite YA series I've ever read. The Kindle book companion is on Kindle Unlimited. But after reading it. I bought both books. And preordered the third. I warn you, you'll be missing out if you pass this up! Great story! We listened to this book as a family and loved every minute of it. It was engaging and we didn't want it to stop. It was a great YA book to listen to with our 15 year old during our vacation. Great job Rachel! Outstanding ! I was pleasantly surprised by the story and narration. Great job guys. Can't wait to read the next one!!!!! loved it, highly recommend! I'm always nervous about purchasing, they're not cheap and I've had enough bad ones to be wary. The performance is great and the story is awesome. I cannot for the life of me understand why some crappie ones at $20 and this is so cheap! Unique!! What an incredible unique and entertaining read. All Aidan wants to do is keep his half sister Ava safe, and keep the demons from knowing that he sees them. Ava has been passed from foster home to foster home and Aidan is waiting till he is of age and has a safe place before he can take her. But Ava has been marked and is reaching the age when her powers will come and the demons are intent on claiming her. Aidan needs help and fast, so he goes to some people calling themselves the LA Paranormal. These people claim to help with the strange and upon seeing Aidan, they explain that they aren't all they seem and Aidan may be the one they have been waiting for. That's all I'm going to say about the synopsis because I don't want to spoil it.

The Faerie Guardian Audiobook by Rachel Morgan

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rachel Morgan) — Tue, 17 Mar 2015 15:30:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Faerie Guardian Subtitle: Creepy Hollow Series, Book 1 Author: Rachel Morgan Narrator: Jorjeana Marie, Zach Villa Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 03-17-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 339 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Protecting humans from dangerous magical creatures is all in a day's work for a faerie training to be a guardian. Seventeen-year-old Violet Fairdale knows this better than anyone - she's about to become the best guardian the Guild has seen in years. That is until a cute human boy who can somehow see through her faerie glamour follows her into the fae realm. Now she's broken Guild Law, a crime that could lead to her expulsion. The last thing Vi wants to do is spend any more time with the boy who got her into this mess, but the Guild requires that she return Nate to his home and make him forget everything he's discovered of the fae realm. Easy, right? Not when you factor in evil faeries, long-lost family members, and inconvenient feelings of the romantic kind. Vi is about to find herself tangled up in a dangerous plot - and it'll take all her training to get out of it alive. Members Reviews: Enjoyed it!!!!! Pleasantly surprised. Discovered that faerie reads can be nice. Generally I dont go for theme because they are too high fantasy for me, but this was a perfect balance. Vi, did some fast growing up. I felt bad for her and I got quiet at my desk when Ryn broke down and told how he felt . The battles and action seemed very crime show cop/detective inspired but i like that. Rachel did the best job descripting the Faerien world m which is normally my sticking point on these type of novels. She handled that task with flying colors. Great read and i will be picking up number 2 tomorrow . Charming YA Fantasy Would you listen to Creepy Hollow Series # 1 again? Why? Yes! Although this book was slow to get going, in my opinion, the characters grew on me and I immediately liked Violet, the main character. What other book might you compare Creepy Hollow Series # 1 to and why? I was constantly reminded of Cassandra Clare's Mortal Instruments. The Guardians reminded me very much of the Shadow Hunters in Clare's novels. Morgan's Guardians train to protect humans from the more malicious beings from Faerie and they also use a variety of weapons and gadgets similar to those in the Mortal Instruments books. Have you listened to any of Jorjeana Marie and Zach Villa s other performances before? How does this one compare? I have not. I thought they did a great job narrating! Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Not in the very beginning, but the further I got into the book, the more I wanted to just sit and finish listening. Any additional comments? Great narration and an intriguing story that is just beginning. Looking forward to all that will unfold in the next books! Started slow but picked up speed. This book started out fairly slow and I wasn't sure I wanted to continue but after a few hours the storyline really took off and I enjoyed the story itself. Its definitely more of a younger teen story and the characters felt pretty immature. The story itself was good, full of twists and turns and I liked it enough to download book no. 2. The narrators were very good. Pleasantly surprised! I really enjoyed the story, although the accent of the lady reading kind of irritated me. By the end of the book I did get used to it.

Whill of Agora: Whill of Agora, Book 1 Audiobook by Michael James Ploof

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Michael James Ploof) — Tue, 09 Dec 2014 01:05:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Whill of Agora: Whill of Agora, Book 1 Author: Michael James Ploof Narrator: Graham Halstead Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 12-09-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 146 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: It is the year 5170 in the land Agora, where humans, dwarves, and elves have existed in peace for centuries. Now, however, the human King Addakon has invaded and waged war on neighboring Isladon. The once peaceful Kingdoms of Agora are on the brink of continental war. The Dark Elf Eadon, and his army of Dragon-Elf crossbreeds, the Draggard, threaten to conquer all kingdoms. Enter young Whill, a 19-year-old ranger with battle savvy and untapped abilities. Having spent years roaming Agora and training with his mentor Abram, Whill has become a bright intellectual and a master of combat. Along the way, Whill encounters an equally inspired group of companions that are matched in skill and mission. What he seeks most, however, is the identity of his birth parents. Instead, he finds a tumultuous terrain and a prophecy placing him in the center of the struggle. Members Reviews: audio versions bring so much more read this book a while back and really enjoyed it decided when I saw it had come out on audio to get it i just love how much more the stories seem when spoken aloud Fast-moving, excellent performance. Where does Whill of Agora: Whill of Agora, Book 1 rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? Probably ranks in the top 10 audiobooks. Any additional comments? I agree that it is more accurately classified as YA, but it is still an engaging story. Fast-paced, fun, and an excellent performance by Graham Halstead. Not overly serious, but well-written and characters are identifiable. Recommend. loved the storyline I look for to the next book the author wove a interesting, fast paced story. I look forward to reading more great job this book was awesome story characters I loved them all. Perfect bad guy . and good guy. a dethroned prince. good story good writer he tends to spend a lot of time describing scenes and when you expect action at first nothing happens but the plot and characters are great and the non action does build character.

'The Witch in the Wood' & 'The Ill-Made Knight' Audiobook by T. H. White

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (T. H. White) — Mon, 12 May 2008 23:14:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 'The Witch in the Wood' & 'The Ill-Made Knight' Author: T. H. White Narrator: Neville Jason Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 05-12-08 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 117 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: These two stories are the second and third parts of T. H. White's classic and individual fantasy novel of the Arthurian legend. Arthur has become king, Guinevere and Launcelot (The Ill-Made Knight) fall in love, and the kingdom is threatened from the north. Neville Jason reads with measured authority. Members Reviews: I've been waiting for this... I've been waiting endlessly for this cherished childhood favorite to be released as an audiobook. This edition is the second and third sections of T.H. White's epic "The Once and Future King." In order to appreciate this audio version, you really should read "The Sword in the Stone" first. It all flows together beautifully. If I tried to tell you how superbly T.H White writes, you probably wouldn't believe me. The narrator does a smashing job of bringing the dialogue to life. I know I'll be listening to this book and "The Sword in the Stone" again and again over the years. Sadly, at the time I'm writing this, the final section of "The Once & Future King," which covers the last years of King Arthur, is not yet released in audio format. Hopefully this will be soon be remedied! Watch out for the animal violence! I should preface this review by saying that I usually listen to audiobooks to get to sleep; only rarely do I ever listen to a book that I haven't actually read before, since it frustrates me not to be able to keep up with the storyline of something with which I'm not familiar. This is about the only series of Arthurian tales I haven't read before, so I thought it was all well. I loved Sword in the Stone, though I was surprised at the level of violence; still, it was tolerably within my threshold. However, at one point during this second installation, I awoke in the middle of the night to a gruesome and shockingly graphic description of violence done to an animal. Perhaps at 35 I am too old to be getting nightmares from books, but I did--for about a week afterward!! I don't think I am extraordinarily sensitive; perhaps a little bit. I felt compelled to report it, in case I might spare someone else who is equally sensitive. As for the actual production, it is stellar. The narrator is absolutely wonderful. Warning for Parents: sexual situations depicted Any additional comments? Same high standard of writing as in the first book but the description of the Lancelot/Guenivere romance gets into sexual situations that parents may not wish younger children to be exposed to.

The Isle of Blood Audiobook by Rick Yancey

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rick Yancey) — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 22:37:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Isle of Blood Subtitle: Monstrumolgist, Book 3 Author: Rick Yancey Narrator: Steven Boyer Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 10-05-11 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 150 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Rick Yancey won the Michael L. Printz Award for the stunning first entry in his Monstrumologist saga. In the series third entry, Will Henry is left behind as Dr. Warthrop and his eager new assistant Arkwright embark on a quest to find the Holy Grail of Monstrumology. But when Arkwright returns with news of the doctors demise, Will sets off on his own quest, to the Isle of Blood, to determine the truth. Critic Reviews: Yancey takes gore and violence to thrilling new levels in this sophisticated tale. (School Library Journal on The Monstrumologist) Members Reviews: Another great one! This is another great story. Yancey does not disappoint. I'll be listening to book 4 next! Never disappointed So many parts in this book that made me feel part of the action, like I was right by Will Henry and Dr. Warthrop in the battle. This is the third book I have completed of Rick Yancey's and I'm never disappointed with the endings. Highly recommend this book!! Love this series of books. Love this series of books. Listening again to prep for the newest one getting now. It was okay not great but not bad. What did you like best about The Isle of Blood? What did you like least? I enjoyed the island of bats. I did not really care for the payoff it was kind of lackluster. What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!) "Ehhh... okay" Which character as performed by Steven Boyer was your favorite? Dr. Warthrop Was The Isle of Blood worth the listening time? I mean, yeah I listened to it at work, it was not bad, just not that great. Any additional comments? The series kind of lost me with this one. The reviews of the next book then sent me down a path finding out some things and where the story is / was going and I never even bothered with the next one. This was kind of a lackluster end to what I thought could have been a really fantastic series. Best Fantasy that doesnt have a Wizard named Harry Where does The Isle of Blood rank among all the audiobooks you???ve listened to so far? Series wise, within the top three. Book wise in my top ten. What did you like best about this story? Character Development. This is part three of the ongoing Monsturmologist Series. The Author brings so much character development to the story it is shocking. Most series get boring once the characters are set, but the Monstrumologist Characters keep developing, becoming more complex, darker, and larger. What does Steven Boyer bring to the story that you wouldn???t experience if you just read the book? Excellent dramatic reading and characterization, and wonderfully done accents, Steven Boyer ranks among the best like Simon Prebble and Stephen Frye. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Although very long, I could easily listen to it in one sitting. Any additional comments? Don't get this unless you have Book 1 - The Monstrumologist and Book 2 - Curse of the Wendigo.

The Fires of Merlin Audiobook by T.A. Barron

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (T.A. Barron) — Wed, 31 Mar 2004 16:55:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fires of Merlin Subtitle: The Lost Years of Merlin, Book Three Author: T.A. Barron Narrator: Kevin Isola Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 03-31-04 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 117 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: The dragon called Wings of Fire has awakened from his enchanted slumber. Prophecy dictates that only the descendant of the wizard who first defeated the dragon possesses the power to stop him. Before Merlin can go to battle, he must conquer his own fears by confronting the sorceress who has stolen his magical talisman, a talisman needed to stop Wings of Fire. But according to the prophecy, the one who destroys the dragon must also die. Critic Reviews: "With each book, Barron's Lost Years of Merlin saga just keeps getting richer in characterization, ambience, and Celtic lore." (Booklist) Members Reviews: It was a hit! My 7 year old son and I love listening to this series. The story was very entertaining! We Love the old hags and troll characters. Slowly but surely I'm working my way through this series book by book, recalling moments and passages from when I was younger. I can't put it down, so to speak, and I'm enjoying every installment. Overall, great still too many voices for me, but not as bad as the Seven Songs. Love the story, but one oversight by Barron - deer do not have backwards knees!! their legs are like ours but with an elongated foot so their ankle is often confused with being a backwards knee. they still have knees that go the same way as ours.

Return of the Dragon Riders Audiobook by Kristian Alva

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kristian Alva) — Tue, 27 Aug 2013 00:29:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Return of the Dragon Riders Subtitle: Book Two of the Dragon Stone Saga Author: Kristian Alva Narrator: Adam Chase Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 08-27-13 Publisher: Defiant Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 73 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: The evil emperor Vosper gathers his troops in the east, poised to conquer the entire continent. His target is the rebel city of Parthos, a constant thorn in his side, and the last sanctuary of the Dragon Riders. Besieged from all sides, the remaining Dragon Riders come out of hiding. Forced to fight for their lives, they leave the safety of the desert, traveling across the land to gather intelligence and shore up forgotten alliances. At the center of it all is Elias Dorgumir, the key to an ancient prophesy, and Vosper will do anything to get his hands on him. Is it too late for the Dragon Riders to save Elias and stop Vosper from destroying the only refuge they have left? Members Reviews: Adventure, treachery, winged beasts, & more! Where does Return of the Dragon Riders rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? Oh.. hmm.. tough question. I listen to a lot of audiobooks. I read (print, ebook, & audio) more than 100 books a year. So, let's say we put this in the top 200 of all the audiobooks I have ever listened to. What did you like best about this story? The treachery, past and present. It really added an underlying cruelty to the story that rang true to life and counterbalanced Elias's innocence and trust of others. Have you listened to any of Adam Chases other performances before? How does this one compare? Yes, Book 1 in this series. He did a great job, once again. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, but I had to break it up due to a daily farm life routine. Any additional comments? Book 2 picks up right where Book 1 left off. Elias is pulled up into a new world. one where great things are expected of him because of this prophesy. Pf course, this makes him a major target for the evil Vosper and his allies. The few remaining dragon riders have one last refuge, the city of Parthos. Elias and his new friends face many foes in this book and sometimes Elias isnt too sure who his friends are. While we have yet to meet the evil Vosper, we do get to see plenty of his badguy handy work, from the past, and in Eliass present. More info about Eliass parentage is revealed to the readers. Thorin, Eliass halfling friend from Book 1, is still around providing advice, support, and the occasional comedic relief. The dragon riders themselves area mixed bag, some being extremely serious all the time. Others have a little fun. Some new magic users are recruited and some young dragons are looking to make a match with human riders. Theres plenty of action in this novel and it is well-paced with comedic moments and serious moments. I like that the point of view shifts around and we get to spend time in different heads. Elias is a well-meaning teen who wants to think the best of nearly everyone. Many of the other characters are not so trusting. In fact, there is a hidden traitor among them, which added suspense to the story. Overall, this was a very good follow up to Book 1. I am very much looking forward to Book 3. Narration: Chase did a great job once again. He has distinct male and female voices and does accents. He also had several opportunities to portray strong emotions in this book, which he did very well. more Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes, any book in a series let's you hungry for more Who was your favorite character and why? I love them all but I really like the dwarf.

The Cornerstone Audiobook by Nick Spalding

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Nick Spalding) — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 14:52:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Cornerstone Author: Nick Spalding Narrator: John Hasler Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 04-05-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 29 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: A great book will transport you to another world... literally, if you're not careful. On a gloomy Thursday afternoon, Max Bloom enters his local library in a last-ditch attempt to stave off an epic case of teenage boredom. Among the hushed stacks he discovers The Cornerstone, an ancient book tucked away on a dusty, forgotten shelf. Opening the cover, Max is instantly transported to an alternate dimension full of things intent on killing him - thus avoiding boredom with remarkable success. He meets a beautiful girl called Merelie (brilliant), who tells him he could be a Wordsmith, a sorcerer able to craft magic from the written word itself, one strong enough to save both their worlds from the Dwellers - hideous monsters from beyond the universe (not so brilliant). In a world threatened by monsters, where books are worshipped and powerful magic exists, Max Bloom must make a choice: close The Cornerstone and run home - or trust Merelie, become a Wordsmith, and save two worlds from certain destruction.... Members Reviews: fun story Would you consider the audio edition of The Cornerstone to be better than the print version? not sure have, need to read the print What was one of the most memorable moments of The Cornerstone? when max found the power of the books Have you listened to any of John Haslers other performances before? How does this one compare? no Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? when max found the power of the books Any additional comments? it show the power books have :) Problematic There is, without doubt, the basis of a good story with the Cornerstone. It's a book about books and words, set in modern Britain and an alternate dimension. It has a number of intriguing ideas about what we value about ourselves and our lives. I would be the first to admit we all have different views about books - so here is my own particular take on why I titled this review "problematic". Firstly, the book seems to be pitched at 11 year olds, based on the vocabulary and the plot. This makes the gratuitous use of swearing - and all the main characters swear - rather annoying to say the least. While it might be relatively mild by modern standards, nevertheless it is unneccessary and distracting. Secondly, the characterisation of Max and Merelie is such that their main contribution is to whine about everything. And in Max's case, swear. Max, for the record, swears like an adult who is trying to swear like a teenager. I assume this is an attempt by the author to give him a sense of being "hip", but instead he sounds ridiculous. Thirdly, the narration is enthusiastic, but whether intentionally or not can come across a bit sneery, making it wearing to listen to. In conclusion, I can't be totally negative (despite the above!) about the Cornerstone, but it isn't a book I would recommend to others. Appeal for the young in heart as well as in years! This book is for "young adults" and although I am not one, I enjoyed this story. The concept is interesting in that we travel to an alternative world and back again thanks to the Cornerstone. We have here the makings of any good book: the battle between good and evil; between conscience and convenience; a gentle romance and a bit of magic to flavor the story. The narrator sounds young and that's all to the good as it suits the story, he has the ability to create appropriate voices to match the characters and does it well.

Black Audiobook by Cheree Lynn Alsop

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Cheree Lynn Alsop) — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 08:48:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Black Subtitle: The Silver Series, Book 2 Author: Cheree Lynn Alsop Narrator: Owen C. Kennedy Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 02-13-14 Publisher: Cheree Alsop Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Black, the second audiobook in The Silver Series, is about a werewolf raised through the atrocities of a werewolf fighting ring. He is rescued and given the chance at a new life, but haunting reminders of his past follow him as he tries to make a fresh start. He has to confront his dark history in order to protect the girl he loves, or let himself be swept away into the pain and humiliation of the arena once more. The second audiobook of a fresh new werewolf series, Black is fast paced, dark, and shows that love is something worth fighting for. Members Reviews: narrator not good Would you try another book from Cheree Lynn Alsop and/or Owen C. Kennedy? yes just with a different narrator How did the narrator detract from the book? he is very monotonous in the reading of this book Do you think Black needs a follow-up book? Why or why not? Yes, I would love to have a follow up because I want to know what Jet does now that he's free. Any additional comments? The book had a great plot just let someone else narrate maybe Holter Graham Worst Narration I've Herd . Would you try another book from Cheree Lynn Alsop and/or Owen C. Kennedy? Worst Narration I've Ever Herd . mouth Noises Sounded Like he Was Eating thru out the Story. Drab Emotion. Very Very Sad On the Narrator! Being Rescued! I'm now on my way to listening to book #6 Hunter and I really LOVE this series! I can't believe I forgot to write my review for this story. This is our introduction to Jet Black. Jaze finds him in a werewolf ring where you have to fight to the death. What we know already is that Jaze is a good person/werewolf and he rescues Jet from that life and world. I enjoy Cheree Alsop's writing style, it's dark, fast paced, lots of action, and the discovery of finding friends and love woven into a perfect story. You really can't stop listening to it, you find yourself absorbed in this story and it keeps you immersed from start to finish. Owen C. Kennedy did a great job with narrating this story. Cheree shows us a young 16 year old that was stripped from his home at a young age and forced to fight and kill just to survive. Owen brings every emotion out from each character. You can feel the sadness, the anger, and even relief that Jet feels when he finally feels safe, surrounded by something he's never had before, friends, and his emotions for Taye. Owen pulled me into this story and I fell in love with this series from this book. I really enjoyed the first one but after this one, well I knew it would be an amazing series and it has been. I was please with the performance that Owen gave. Overall, a perfect 5 star rating!

Soulless Audiobook by Robert J. Crane

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robert J. Crane) — Wed, 20 Nov 2013 21:55:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Soulless Subtitle: The Girl in the Box, Book 3 Author: Robert J. Crane Narrator: Annie Sullivan Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 11-20-13 Publisher: Reikonos Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 81 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: After six months of intense training with the Directorate, Sienna Nealon finds herself on her first assignment - tracking a dangerous meta across the upper midwest. With Scott Byerly and Kat Forrest at her side, she'll face new enemies and receive help from unlikely allies as she stumbles across the truth behind the shadowy organization known only as Omega. Members Reviews: Great Loved the first three books in the GITB series! Can't wait for the next! really like this series do far I'm impressed with this author. I've thoroughly enjoyed this steroid this far. The narration is good, almost but not quite great. A few idiosyncrasies tried to pull me out of the story however they were few and the writing managed to pull me back in. Boot Camp for the Girl in the Box Where does Soulless rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? About 6/10. This series is different than most of the books that I have read. What was one of the most memorable moments of Soulless? Vampires fighting Metahumans. What does Annie Sullivan bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? There is more emotional content added when it is read, but I would purchase the Kindle version first before purchasing the audible version. It is sometimes cheaper doing that and Whispersync adds to the enjoyment of the book. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? No, but it was a fun diversion when I was commuting, ect. This series is unsual and interesting, but it is more geared to older teenagers and adults due to the battles among the characters. Also, the "B' word is used occasionally. Any additional comments? Readers needs to read book 1 and 2 before reading this book. The books are interconnected and it would be difficult for a reader just jumping into book 3 to understand where the character is coming from and the plot of the story. I think the characters start to be better developed in book 3 than in 1 and 2. This book series is unusual enough be keep one's attention and interest. What a twist!!!! I love this new series! And OMG what a twist! Was not expecting that at all. Can't down load the next book fast enough.

Dark Matter Syndrome Audiobook by Michael K. Drummer

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Michael K. Drummer) — Fri, 22 Aug 2014 08:07:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dark Matter Syndrome Subtitle: The Awakening, Volume 1 Author: Michael K. Drummer Narrator: Patrick Conn Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 08-22-14 Publisher: Kimball Publishing Group Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: For millennia, they have stared through the invisible force separating their world from ours, and grew hungry. Now, they've found a way through. Darkness from their side swallows our skies, their diseases eat through our human bodies, leaving behind soulless husks... and worse. Only two things can save us: a mysterious power locked in a small chest covered with undecipherable glyphs, and the seven-year-old girl it chose as its protector. A young Katie, trying to make sense of the grainy flashes from her past, escapes an organization determined to use her untapped special abilities to open a mysterious box she knows nothing about. With the Artifact in tow, she is hunted until rescued by a haunted, PTSD Vietnam vet Jonas Montgomery. Surviving the Viet Cong and many battles with the unwelcome visitors, Jonas finds his inner demons even more difficult. His only purpose in life - protect and train the girl to master what lies within her. The monsters plaguing our world increase. Jonas and Katie must take a stand, or the final chance to save Earth vanishes.

Under Fire Audiobook by W.J. May

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (W.J. May) — Tue, 17 Nov 2015 20:25:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Under Fire Subtitle: The Chronicles of Kerrigan, Book 5 Author: W.J. May Narrator: Sarah Ann Masse Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 11-17-15 Publisher: WJ May Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: The highly anticipated fifth book in the Chronicles of Kerrigan. Now that the secret is out, Rae Kerrigan is determined to find her mother. No amount of convincing from Devon, or the Privy Council, is going to make her believe her mother is not alive. Working with Devon and Luke against the PC's wishes, Rae will stop at nothing to find her. Torn between friendship and loyalty, Rae must also choose between Luke and Devon. She can't continue to deny, or fool herself, any longer. The heart wants what the heart wants. When the Privy Council begins to question her motives and scrutinizes her every move, she soon finds herself under fire. Those she trusts become untrustworthy. Those she confides in cannot keep a secret. Those she loves may leave her heartbroken. Will there come a day when she can finally feel free to be herself - no matter the consequences? Under Fire is Book 5 in the best-selling series, The Chronicles of Kerrigan. Members Reviews: Fantastic Rae has come a long way in this book. She's almost grown up. She still has this thing for Devon, but he breaks up with her. Enter Luke, the good looking guy who works for the other side. Things get messy when Luke finds a locked box belonging to Rae's mother. Could she be alive somewhere? Are has to find out. Luke is not one of Devon's favorite people. He obviously has a thing for Rae. As Luke tries to help Rae, he is brutally attacked and left for dead. But he has a piece of paper in his hand as he lays crumpled on the floor. Follow this book as you find out the next step in Rae's journey to find her mother and keep Devon for herself. It is amazing. Waiting for the next one. Still fascinated with the story line. Good things happening in this one, twists abound. It's still a fun read and still clean. In case you're wondering, I search for clean stories for my library, not dull ones. Some like their books racy, I want to be able to let anyone into my library and not worry. I mention this point in my reviews because there are others like me who prefer clean. It's really disappointing to buy a book and find that nobody mentioned the things you don't want to read about. Good book and progresses things nicely. Fairly predictable and obvious for most of the book but worth a read. Another good book in this series. The plot thickens and leads us to new enemies. In this one the story line is really obvious and you will guess who is a hidden enemy very early on and this makes the book very predictable. However, it is still good writing and flows nicely so you won't get bored. I found that by about two thirds of the way through I pretty much knew how it was going to turn out but still enjoyed reading along in case there was a hidden twist. Still lots of scope to introduce more sub-plots and ancillary adventures with more missions for the team so not sure if the next book will just push along the current story line or give us something new to read about. Either way it should be good. Twists and turns Things are coming along in the romance department but will Rae ever be safe! It seems like she is always being threatened! I hope she wins in the end amazing books! Sleep? Wow! Rae's in it up to her eyebrows. I'm not sure how she's keeping up with all the action and lack of sleep. Seriously, the girl could use a week of sleep!

Reign of Blood Audiobook by Alexia Purdy

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alexia Purdy) — Mon, 19 Aug 2013 22:13:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Reign of Blood Author: Alexia Purdy Narrator: Anne Marie Susan Silvey Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 08-19-13 Publisher: Lyrical Lit. Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 77 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: "Never tease anything that wants to eat you. My name is April Tate and my blood is the new gold. Vampires and hybrids have overrun my world, once vibrant with life, but now a graveyard of death shrouded in shadows. I fight to survive; I fight for my mother and brother. The journey is full of turns that I am quite unprepared for. And I'm just hoping to make it to the next Vegas sunrise..." In a post-apocalyptic world, a viral epidemic has wiped out most of the earth's population, leaving behind few humans but untold numbers of mutated vampires. April is a seventeen-year-old girl who lives in the remains of Las Vegas one year after the outbreak. She has become a ferocious vampire killer and after her family is abducted, she goes searching for them. What she finds is a new breed of vampire, unlike any she has seen before. Unsure of whom she can trust, she discovers that her view of the world is not as black and white as she once thought - and she's willing to bend the rules to rescue her family. But in trying to save them, she may only succeed in bringing her fragile world crashing down around her. Members Reviews: Great New Take on Vampires! 3.5-4 stars This is a good beginning to what I hope will be a great series. For most of the book the main character April seems a little torn between being a tough, independent bad ass and a young confused girl who doesn't know what she is doing most of the time. Then towards the end she starts to finds her purpose but I still feel the insecurities in her actions. I would love to watch this character grow into herself! The love story: I personally hate insta-love but can handle it in a fantasy setting. What I didn't love was that there was no build up or anything that made you understand this instant love. Neither of the characters seemed to feel a mental attraction to each other, it felt like they loved each other because the author said so more than showing us why. I would have loved to see a little more build up and another short scene or two where these characters get to know each other and we get to know their thoughts so we could feel the attraction a little more (if that makes sense). I loved the story line, I like that it was different and almost like a zombie/vampire mix. This story doesn't leave you with a cliffhanger, more of an opening for what comes next which is a huge plus for me! Narration.... I hate to say this but I am so confused by the way I feel about the narration! In the very beginning I thought I was going to hate it, she seemed a little high-strung and the recording seemed to have a little echo but as the story progressed it felt like she started to understand the characters more and did a much better job at hitting the right tones for the scenes. Her narrative voice was great through 90% of this book. The narration as a whole just felt a little uneven I guess. I will be continuing on to book 2, so don't let my criticisms fool you, I generally liked this book reader mispronounced words regularly... Writer used wrong verb tenses and adjectives were used strangely... Reader mispronounced...feigned, and hybrid throughout. bit of a twist on vampires pretty decent story, narrator isn't my favorite, but you get used to her. well worth a listen, if you like vampire/dystopian story lines. great story loved it ... great take on virus/vampire plot.

Chosen Audiobook by Ella James

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ella James) — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 02:23:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chosen Author: Ella James Narrator: Antony Ferguson, Elizabeth Evans Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs Language: English Release date: 10-21-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Julia has been chosen. While at the Stained compound, she was tapped as The One to win the war against the Nephilim and leashed with an illness that worsens each day she is away from The Three - and her destiny. Determined not to return to the frightening Chosen leaders and desperate to escape her fate, Julia and her friends journey to the Swiss Alps, home of a rogue Chosen clan. In this snowy haven, all hell breaks loose. Someone is traitor. Someone changes sides. Someone is dragged to Hades. A new romance blossoms. An old romance is damned. And The Three will stop at nothing to recover the weapon that will help them regain power.

Anais of Brightshire Audiobook by Jamie Wilson

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jamie Wilson) — Mon, 12 May 2014 00:53:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Anais of Brightshire Subtitle: The Blood Mage Chronicles, Book 1 Author: Jamie Wilson Narrator: Paula Laurvick Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 05-12-14 Publisher: Jamie Wilson Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Anais, the 11-year-old daughter of a fishmonger, enters the Great House of Brightshire as a scullery maid. Isolated from her peers, she fears a life of solitude and menial chores. In Brightshire, magic is strictly prohibited and after the tedium of the kitchens, when Anais discovers a manuscript that outlines methods for practicing the art of blood magic, she throws herself full throttle into practicing magic. At first she just practices simple spells for her own amusement, but when one of the girls from the kitchens goes missing - amidst rumors of monsters rising in the south and devouring townspeople - Anais decides to use her new skills to find the missing girl. In her search, she accidentally befriends the Lord of Brightshire's youngest son, Cedric, and then his cousin Mediera. Finally having friends she cares for is great, but practicing illegal magic and fraternizing with those above her station leave Anais in more danger than she can handle. Members Reviews: Light YA coming of age story Light, young adult coming of age story about a young girl of noble birth, raised by peasants, learning to make her way in a world much more dangerous than she ever believed. (Minor Spoilers follow) Unlike most stories following this trope, nothing is made of the revelation of her parentage - footnoting it in this way is one of the several twists in this story that leads me to the Three Stars rating. Its a quick read, I finished all five books on Saturday (admittedly, I read faster than most), and there is no depth here - I wouldn't consider them re-readable - but I will finish the series as its published. For parents considering this series as a possible purchase for their children, there are monsters, but the scenes in which they appear aren't too grisly. Some romance, and sex is alluded to, but not described. I really enjoyed this book I really enjoyed this book. It was a quick read, I read it last night before bed. One thing I would like to point out is that the woman on the cover seems grown but the main character is eleven years old to start. I was expecting something oriented for older people based on the cover but still thoroughly enjoyed the story. It was fast-paced, easy to read, and definitely well-written. I was immersed in the story the entire time, which, for such a short and fast story, could have easily not been the case. The author is highly talented and managed to create a vibrant, detailed and emotionally engaging story in very few words. I actually think it could have easily been a bit longer and more fleshed out if the author had wanted, but it by no means needed any more than it offered, it is an excellent story as is. I will be purchasing the next book as soon as possible to continue reading. I need to find out where Anais ends up in this dark, medieval world full of blood magic, monsters, and mysterious deaths. Effects of Magic I rated this book 5 because I loved it. It is an awesome book. Anais is a girl who likes to have fun and go on adventures. In the beginning of the book she is 11 yes old . She is at least 12 yrs old at the end of the book, I don't fully know because I know is that at least an yr has passed and her birthday wasn't celebrated do to the fact she was a servant. She got an early apprenticeship with a scribe that was teaching how to read and write. She also would go to the market for him because she learned how to haggle the prices.

Silver Moon Audiobook by Cheree Alsop

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Cheree Alsop) — Sat, 05 Apr 2014 04:28:55 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Silver Moon Subtitle: The Silver Series, Book 7 Author: Cheree Alsop Narrator: Cody Michael Warren Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 04-05-14 Publisher: Cheree Alsop Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Silver Moon, the seventh book in the Silver Series, is about Jaze as he fights to hold on to the peace he has achieved for the werewolves. Tensions rise, ultimatums are made, and Jaze is forced to make a decision that will change everything for werewolves, hunters, and humans alike. Hearts are broken, lives are forfeit, and Jaze's pack is called upon to save those who survive. Silver Moon is about sacrificing everything for love. With those he cares about on the line, Jaze's courage, loyalty, and leadership are put to the ultimate test. Members Reviews: Skeptical but Worth It! So after having listened to the first book in the series I wasn't sure if I'd buy this last book due to the narration being just ok in the first one with the same narrator. Well I am very glad that I made the decision to get this! The narration is so much better and just needs one little tweak. All I needed to do was increase the playback speed to 1.10x and that made the speed just how I like it since the narrator was just a tad slow for my taste. Now since I've already read the books I knew what the storyline was and had to knock one star just because of a couple details I would have liked to see different, but that's just my own opinion on the story. Overall this was a great ending to an awesome series!

Crimson Audiobook by Cheree Alsop

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Cheree Alsop) — Tue, 07 Jan 2014 08:34:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Crimson Subtitle: The Silver Series, Book 3 Author: Cheree Alsop Narrator: Alexander Edward Trefethen Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 01-07-14 Publisher: Cheree Alsop Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Crimson, the third book of the Silver series, is about a teenage boy who dies in a car accident and awakens a werewolf. Burdened with heavy guilt over his sisters death in the same accident, Kaynan escapes with a blind girl named Grace who gives him purpose and direction. They seek shelter with a pack of werewolves who brave dangerous odds to help them. Kaynan is given the ultimate chance to make up for his poor decisions, but dying again might be the only way to redeem himself. Crimson is a story of love and redemption amid danger and violence, a story where acceptance of change may be the only way to survive. Members Reviews: Once Dead but Alive Again! Cheree Alsop is an amazing author. I absolutely LOVE The Silver series. I think that Crimson book #3 and Violet book #4 are my favorite two stories thus far. I enjoy that Alsop continues to write in new characters, yet still brings back the characters that started thIis series off, Jaze, Jet, Mouse, and Nikki, among others. Her development of the characters is done extremely well throughout the story. This story has plenty of action, sadness, happiness, and a variety of twists and turns along the way. I really enjoyed the new characters in the series, Kaynan and Grace. I also should admit that Mouse is my favorite character out of them all. I hope Cheree Alsop will write a book all about Mouse, maybe she has already, I'll soon found out. I don't like giving anything away in a story but I will mention that I thought it was humorous when Kaynan has his fur died to try and make him blend in with a dog but it doesn't work out when he sees the vet. A great series for teens but adults will enjoy it as well. Alexander Edward Trefethen did a great job with his narration of this story. I thought he did a really good job distinguishing accents and voices. I did think at the start of the story that I wasn't sure how his female voices were going to be because I thought it was still not feminine enough at the start of the story but as the story continued he seemed to get more comfortable and the female characters voices sounded much more feminine. I thoroughly found myself immersed in this story and so engrossed that I felt as if I was inside the story and ended up burning the hamburger I was cooking for supper. Crimson was a perfectly written story, with a great performance, and overall, a perfect 5 star rating!

Boneland Audiobook by Alan Garner

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alan Garner) — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 14:19:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Boneland Subtitle: The Weirdstone Trilogy, Book 3 Author: Alan Garner Narrator: Robert Powell Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 09-18-12 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Boneland is Alan Garners continuation of the story thread which began in his first and enduringly popular fantasy childrens novel, The Weirdstone of Brisingamen, published in 1960, it has never been out of print. The Moon of Gomrath followed in 1963 taking the story further with the same two children, Colin and Susan. But Boneland is particularly fascinating because it takes the story into adulthood, with Colin again the main proponent. Boneland is read by the experienced actor Robert Powell, at the request of Alan Garner himself. Members Reviews: Interesting Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? Not an easy book to listen too, quite complicated and a bit surreal. Slightly disappointed as it is not really Werdstone 3 in my opinion. Same scenery and Colin was the main character but very much different story to other two books in Weirdstone trilogy, not what I was expecting. Despite this I can't say I didn't enjoy the book. What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting? The ending felt a bit quick and not conclusive. Will the Trilogy have another book?? What three words best describe Robert Powells voice? Very easy to listen too. If this book were a film would you go see it? Probably not. Sorry Alan, not a patch on Weirdstone or Moon :-( When I stumbled across Boneland I was over the moon, and even went so far as to immediately call my wife and excitedly tell her that the Wierdstone duology had a third part. I bought and downloaded it immediately and couldn't wait for my drive home to find out what had happened to Colin, Susan, Gowther, Fenodyree, Cadellin and their other friends and enemies. After a hopeful start things began to go down hill fairly quickly, but I stuck to it in the hope that somebody new and exciting, or even someone from the previous books, would make an appearance and drag the book back from madness towards something magical and enchanting, but in vain. I stuck with it right to the end, always hoping, but when the book came to its abrupt end I was left thinking 'So?' and 'Why?'. The feeling of involvement in the narrative which had gripped me through both of the other books never made itself felt in Boneland and I felt real sadness that the magic of Weirdstone appeared to be gone forever, never to be extended. Thank goodness that I have both of the other books in my Audible library, which I re-visit when the need for an escape to magical adventure takes me. If you are looking for an extension to the excitement of the first two book in this trilogy, I don't think that Boneland will be a particularly enjoyable work for you. If it's your first visit to the trilogy, it might just work as a standalone listen, but personally I'd suggest you listen to the other two and spend a credit on something else. Sorry Alan! So disappointing As a child I absolutely adored Alan Garner's novels - Weirdstone, Moon of Gomrath and Elidor were 3 of favourite books. I was so looking forward to Garner's return to that territory but this book was a severe disappointment. The 'plot' is nigh on incomprehensible and it is an extremely dull listen. About the only thing going for it is its very short. Sadly disappointing. Strange and Haunting Don't expect a children's book or a simple follow up to Weirdstone and Moon of Gomrath.

Mark of the Mage Audiobook by R. K. Ryals

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (R. K. Ryals) — Thu, 17 Apr 2014 15:26:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mark of the Mage Subtitle: The Scribes of Medeisia, Volume 1 Author: R. K. Ryals Narrator: Valerie Gilbert Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 04-17-14 Publisher: R.K. Ryals Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: ~Mark of the Mage is a B.R.A.G Medallion Honoree~ Books never die, but they can be forbidden. Medeisia is a country in turmoil ruled by a blood thirsty king who has outlawed the use of magic and anything pertaining to knowledge. Magery and scribery are forbidden. All who practice are marked with a tattoo branded onto their wrists, their futures precarious. Sixteen year-old Drastona Consta-Mayria lives secluded, spending her spare time in the Archives of her father's manor surrounded by scribes. She wants nothing more than to become one of them, but when the scribes are royally disbanded, she is thrust into a harsh world where the marked must survive or die. Members Reviews: Wonderful storyworld What did you love best about Mark of the Mage? The world where the characters lived. The magic, the creatures, and especially the trees. Who was your favorite character and why? Lochlen, because he was a dragon. (duh) What aspect of Valerie Gilberts performance would you have changed? Her voice was wonderful and lyrical but she sounded too old and too jaded for a 16 year old girl. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Aigneis's death was a powerful scene. Any additional comments? The whole series was wonderful. Great Story The Story is gripping if you can stand the "Captain Kirk" impression of the narrator.

Vampire Samurai Audiobook by Vianka Van Bokkem

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Vianka Van Bokkem) — Wed, 01 May 2013 00:47:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Vampire Samurai Subtitle: My Sword and Fangs Author: Vianka Van Bokkem Narrator: Ginny You Format: Unabridged Length: 53 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-13 Publisher: Vianka Van Bokkem Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: My father's name is Naoko Kasai. He is a handsome, brave, wealthy Samurai from the island of Tochigi, Japan. When he married my mother they wanted to have children right away. My father wanted the baby to be a boy to teach him how to be a Samurai, and fight side by side. Destiny intervened and a girl was born. My mother named me "Aiko". A few days before I turned 11 years old, my father asked me what I wanted for my birthday. Without hesitation I told him that I wanted a sword. I earned my "Samurai" status when I was 18. Unfortunately, something terrible happened to me and my cousin Kiku when we went on vacation to Romania. Mongols and Turks invaded Japan and I am going to fight them to the death. And a mysterious good-looking vampire named Xander Van Buren is going to try to win my love...if Akemi Naito, my fiancee, allows it. Members Reviews: A little too simple I have not viewed this authors works before. I had no expectations about what I was going to hear. I expected a little explanation about Samurai life, something happens and changed to vampire. Then learning to live or not with the situation. Well this is like a teen short story. Girl tells father she wants to be a Samurai. She becomes one. Girl gets invited to go with cousins to Romania (really). One cousin is killed after the two girls get attacked by vampires. This is after they accept an invitation in a strange country from strangers. Our Samurai is found out later to have been saved by a mysterious stranger. The young Samurai is in reality a blood thirsty vampire. There is little action going on. This story is very simple. It is 100% predictable, there are no surprises. The narrator Ginny You does a fair job with reading this story. She makes it more interesting. My main complaint is her voice is a little too young for the story.

Blue Dragon Audiobook by Rebecca Shelley

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rebecca Shelley) — Fri, 14 Nov 2014 15:30:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blue Dragon Subtitle: Dragonbound. Book 1 Author: Rebecca Shelley Narrator: Tren Sparks Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-14 Publisher: Wonder Realms Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Born a Naga, destined to bond with a Great Gold dragon, Kanvar is hunted, hated, and driven into hiding as an indentured servant. But time is running out for Kanvar. Soon the dragon sickness will come upon him, and he will die if he cannot find a dragon to bond with. Dharanidhar, leader of the Great Blue dragons, has vowed the destruction of all humans after they murdered his mate and hatchlings. His relentless war throws him into a confrontation with Kanvar who strikes him blind. But fate twists dragon and boy together in a desperate battle against a common foe. This thrilling adventure will captivate your heart and leave you wanting more. Members Reviews: Excellent Dragon Book Would you listen to Blue Dragon again? Why? Yes, This is a fantastic book and I look forward to more of this series coming to life on Audible. What about Tren Sparkss performance did you like? He made the characters really come to life. It pulled us in to the story and made us feel like we were part of the book. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, We were in the car listening to the book and we didn't want to turn it off when we arrived at our location. We loved this book. Any additional comments? Excellent Book! It far exceeded my hopes and truly drew me into the story. There are major players in this book both human and dragons. The author did a fantastic job with this book and we love this series. Look for this book on Audible as it is fantastically portrayed. The author and book reader really made this story come to life. My family truly recommends this book to read and listen to on Audible. Pleasantly Surprised, very good book Where does Blue Dragon rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? I would put this book up with the same as the David Gemmell books, and even more so with the Discworld ones What was one of the most memorable moments of Blue Dragon? For me it was a part later in the book, where Kanvar refuses to wear a certain robe, captures the underlying tone wonderfully Which character as performed by Tren Sparks was your favorite? Kanvar, he really brought the character's personality and motives to the reading If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? Blue Dragon Any additional comments? I was surprised when I was first told of this book Blue Dragon: Dragonbound, and I am ashamed to admit I hadnt even heard of Rebecca Shelley. My surprise came when I took the time for it and found it to be a very enjoyable tome. I can see this book is aimed at the young adult age, as it goes through so many of the troubles from that age, and the way disability is handled in the story I thought was impressive, Bravo to Rebecca this book seems a very strong read for the younger reader. I will admit I listened to the Audible book version where a Mr Tren Sparks did a sublime job of the reading (personally I love the Telepathic affect) Mr Sparks brings a deep rich tone to the tale, and coupled with his soothing tones fits the book perfectly. I will be looking forward to the next in the audible series, and already planning to order my nephews a complete collection of Shelleys books. Unusual, twisty plot that's really fun to read Rebecca Shelley always has unusual, original, twisty premises and plots that stand out.

Audrey's Guide to Witchcraft, Book 1 Audiobook by Jody Gehrman

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jody Gehrman) — Tue, 17 Feb 2015 14:08:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Audrey's Guide to Witchcraft, Book 1 Author: Jody Gehrman Narrator: Natalie Duke Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 02-17-15 Publisher: Jody Gehrman, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: From the award-winning author of Babe in Boyland comes a young-adult paranormal romance about witchcraft, black magic, and the pleasures of paranormal chocolate. Falling in love, baking a magical cake, fighting an evil necromancer: It's all in a day's work for Audrey Oliver, 17-year-old witch in training. When her mother goes missing, and her mysterious "cousin" shows up out of the blue, Audrey knows something's gone horribly, dangerously wrong. Now it's up to her to get her own magical powers up to speed before everyone she loves is destroyed by the sorcerer intricately connected to her mother's secret past. Audrey's Guide to Witchcraft is more than just a novel; it's a book of spells, a collection of easy recipes, a charming coming-of-age story, an enchanting romance, and an action-packed adventure. As Audrey overcomes her insecurities and learns to protect herself against the wicked black magic of her nemesis, she grows into a heroine we can root for: a witch who knows that true power comes from deep within. Members Reviews: A fun witchy read! Any additional comments? Things are changing for Audrey, and not in a good way. She goes to school one day with the nagging feeling that her mother is in danger. When she goes home, she is greeted with her supposed cousin Sadie. She tells Audrey that her mother is gone to deal with a family emergency. Audrey is skeptical though, because she has never met any of her mothers side so can't see how her mother would up and leave without telling them. She has no choice but to accept it till she can talk to her mother and find out whats happening. Add in strange occurrences at school, things happening by themselves, a hot boy and diary entrances and you have a recipe for a winner!! First things first, I loved the recipe entries!! Be them cooking ones or spell ones, I thought it was a unique and fun way of doing it, plus you may learn a new recipe from it :) . Character wise, every single one of them was well thought out and developed. Audrey is a smart, no nonsense girl who loves cooking and chemistry. She was witty, brave and strong. Meg is Audreys' sister and I loved their relationship. To Audrey, Meg has everything, she is a musician and gets all the guys but that doesn't stop Audrey from looking out for her and trying to protect her. We have Sadie, who is the "cousin". She was like a cool aunt to the girls, which I loved. She was only a few years older than them so could easily relate to them. Then we have the awesomeness that is Julian. There are sparks between him and Audrey but he affects her in ways she cant explain. He was such a sweetheart too though. So loyal, caring and nice. The plot moves along nicely and I loved finding out about Audreys' powers alongside her. Audreys' heritage was fascinating and intriguing. The bad guy was well developed as well and at a certain part I thought he was truly evil, but then something developed that made me think that he isn't as he seems. In all this was a witty, quick and thrilling read. I pretty much loved everything about it and can't wait to read more from this author. It's definitely one that everyone should check out. Natalie Duke was perfect for this book. She had pep when needed and really brought the sass out in the characters.

The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches Audiobook by Robert Stanek

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robert Stanek) — Wed, 30 Mar 2005 11:41:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches Author: Robert Stanek Narrator: uncredited Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 03-30-05 Publisher: RP Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1105 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: After the Great War that divided the peoples, the kingdoms of men plunged into a Dark Age that lasted 500 years. To heal the lands and restore the light, the great kings decreed that magic and all that is magical, be it creature, man, or device, shall be cleansed to dust. The cleansing raged for so long that no human could recall a time without it and it is in this time that the Dark Lord Sathar returned from the dark beyond. The one hope of the peoples of Ruin Mist was Queen Mother, the elf queen of old. She saw a way out of everlasting darkness, a path that required the union of the divided peoples. And so it began. Listen to more books in series. ©2002 Robert Stanek; (P)2005 Reagent Press Critic Reviews: "[A] complex tale...sure to attract fans of graphic novels and classic Tolkien alike....Stanek will likely draw a cult following....This cliffhanger guarantees fans, and those fans will be ready to wield their swords against the Dark Lord in Stanek's next installment." (Voice of Youth Advocates) Members Reviews: No Wonder it Was a Top BookSense 76 Pick! Writers like JK Rowling may get all the ink in the press but there are very few writers of Stanek's caliber. The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches is a wholly engaging story, filled with delightful characters. This book gets everything going and sets up the story beautifully for the sequel The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches II. The Kingdoms and the Elves - book one This is the start of something special! I've always loved epic fantasy especially when the story is well done. The author not only paints a visual picture, he transports you into another world where the characters are cut from whole cloth and the world is deeply imagined. There are good books and then there are great books. The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches is definitely a great book. As others have said though this is only the beginning. I would highly suggest getting both the first and the second books before listening. That way you can keep going when the first book ends, and you'll definitely want to. The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches is four books in all. I can only hope books three and four come to Audible soon. What I'm surprised no one has said in reviews is about how each book gets better. Having read all four first, I can tell you without doubt books three and four are incredible. To understand what happens in the later books you really do need to start at the beginning though (book one). Over all these books are outstanding. Well worth the price and time. The narrative is very good. I can't wait for the next one. Excellent -- one of the best! I don't usually like fantasy so I was a bit skeptical about this book. My teens wanted it so much I gave in. Apparently they've read all the author's books in paperback and wanted to see how the story would be to listen to. I agree with the previous reviewers of this book about this being only the beginning of a much larger story. I think someone else said Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone was very much the same. Make no mistake, like Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and The Fellowship of the Ring, this is very much an introduction to the fantasy world of the authors imagining. What I liked about it, and I don't normally like fantasy, is the believability of the storylines and how well drawn the characters are.

Wolf Spell Audiobook by M.R. Polish

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (M.R. Polish) — Tue, 15 Jul 2014 00:58:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wolf Spell Subtitle: Wolf Spell, Book 1 Author: M.R. Polish Narrator: Em Eldridge Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-14 Publisher: M.R. Polish Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Flirting with boys and hanging out with her best friend pretty much sums up Esmerelda's life, but it's all about to change. At 18, the toughest decision she should have to make is whether or not to go to college, not helping her dad pick out a casket for her mother. But, it's not until wounds heal instantly and flowers bloom in front of her eyes that she begins to question her sanity. Nothing. Absolutely nothing, could prepare her for being kidnapped and flown out of the country, only to find out her kidnapper is a warlock. Sanity? At this point, she is sure either hers or his is gone. Magic isn't real, it's in stories and fairy tales parents tell little kids. Or is it? But there's more, much more. Her blood is the secret gift bestowed by five dead witches, and there is one warlock who'll stop at nothing to get it. To end the curse to his power and save herself, she must awaken the witches from their graves. Shouldn't be hard, right? With life as Esmerelda knew it officially over, it isn't until she meets Ian that she starts to feel normal again. He's all the eye candy plus a Guardian wrapped up in one hot package. But, the feelings she has for him aren't welcome because they make her forget the danger she's in. And forgetting could mean her death. Wolf Spell is a young adult paranormal romance with mild violence. Members Reviews: Loved This Paranormal Would you listen to Wolf Spell again? Why? Yes because of the story. Who was your favorite character and why? I loved Ian. He was mysterious. Which scene was your favorite? When Es and Ian was left alone on their trip. Any additional comments? Loved this unique paranormal story. It keeps you glued from the beginning until the end. The twist that happen in this story keeps you guessing what with happen next. The love triangle that happens makes you love both brothers and they both protect Es. I can't wait to see what happens next. Still entertaining even after reading this series multiple times!! Wolf Spell has an assortment of magical goodness from witches, guardians, seers, vampires, to spirit wolves. I loved it when I read it years ago, & love that I can now rekindle that flame. This narrator brought some of our beloved characters to life along with the feels from some of the powerful emotions I had forgotten over time. There are quite a few twists & turns, drama-rama, & magical hotties causing a fuss. Esmeralda & the boys had me completely at odds with who she should be with, especially after Luna's commentary early on. The whole vampires/cross breed war makes it hard for a girl to spend the necessary time figuring it all out when you're constantly poking over your back ... or staking a vampire. Now I need to re-read the rest of this series as I am totally stuck in their world & need more more more!! Good story. It was a little slow at times but for the most part it was great. I loved the story and love Esmerelda. Not Impressed... Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? I am the type to finish what I start... In other words if I start a book I finish it. The same held true for this book. It starts out so dreadfully slow, interest could not be held, but I continued hoping that the story would improve. Unfortunately it didn't happen. It just went on & on & on... no high points, no thrills urging you on to the next page.

Adventures with Kazmir the Flying Camel - The Five Skies Audiobook by Gina L Vivona

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Gina L Vivona) — Tue, 26 May 2015 07:01:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Adventures with Kazmir the Flying Camel - The Five Skies Author: Gina L Vivona Narrator: Bryan Cranston Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 05-26-15 Publisher: Camel Back Publishing Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: An enchanted flying toy camel named Kazmir, a believing 12-year-old named Michael-Ann, and a trip to ancient Egypt through the mystical Five Skies to rescue a young, imprisoned prince begin the magic that is Kazmir, the Flying Camel. On the journey of many adventures, magic happens, and Michael-Ann learns some amazing things about herself and the world around her. ©2007 Gina L. Vivona; (P)2009 Gina L. Vivona Members Reviews: Truly wonderful. Don't miss this gem!! What a terrific story that will fascinate and delight children, young and old. The characters are rich and intricate -- and the narration is such fun with Bryan Cranston, and so many other unique voices. Vivona has created a magical world that draws you in from the very first page. Here's hoping there are more in the series! #MoreKazmir Fun with a Flying Camel I have found Adventures with Kazmir to be a very exciting audiobook. Our family listened to it during a long drive and it kept my 11 year old entranced. We were anxious to find out what kind of character the next Sky would bring and was never disappointed. I am now ordering the book to have a hard copy to go along with the audiobook. Magical and Adventurous Great story for all ages. Keeps childrens attention waiting for what will happen next. The characters are brought to life by the author. Well written with great imagination.

The Alchemyst Audiobook by Michael Scott

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Michael Scott) — Mon, 14 May 2007 10:59:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Alchemyst Subtitle: The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel, Book 1 Author: Michael Scott Narrator: Denis O'Hare Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 05-14-07 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3262 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: The truth: Nicholas Flamel was born in Paris on September 28, 1330. Nearly 700 years later, he is acknowledged as the greatest alchemist of his day. It is said that he discovered the secret of eternal life. The records show that he died in 1418. But his tomb is empty. The legend: Nicholas Flamel lives. But only because he has been making the elixir of life for centuries. The secret of eternal life is hidden within the book he protects, the Book of Abraham the Mage. It's the most powerful book that has ever existed. In the wrong hands, it will destroy the world. That's exactly what Dr. John Dee plans to do when he steals it. Humankind won't know what's happening until it's too late. And if the prophecy is right, Sophie and Josh Newman are the only ones with the power to save the world as we know it. Sometimes legends are true. And Sophie and Josh Newman are about to find themselves in the middle of the greatest legend of all time. Critic Reviews: "Proceeding at a breakneck pace, and populated by the likes of werewolves and vampires, the novel ends on a precipice, presumably to be picked up in volume two." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: High Fantasty in a modern world setting Harry Potter fans would like this book, I think. There's the magic of Potter, but most of it takes place in present day California. Lots of action mixed with a mystery about the past. The narrator's ability to create different voices is amazing! Children's Novel......Maybe! I thought this sounded like a great book since I am into fantasy and mythology like Lord of the Rings and Eragon. Not that I would compare this book to any of those titles but when I heard "Welcome to Audible Kids" when I started the book on my MP3 player I may have blushed just slightly (I'm 49). Turns out the book is fantastic and so is the reader. I like to think I am of above average intelligence and this book entertained me and left me wanting more and just did not seem at all to be a children's novel. It is rare that a writer can write something that appeals to old and young alike but that is what you will find here. I love the characters and the voices are handled nicely by the narrator. I highly recommend it and the two that follow it as well. A lure to hook you on the series -- It Does! Welcome to the world of Nicholas Flamal. This is a fitting lure to hook you into the six book series. The author uses faints and foreshadowing to keep the reader in a continual quandary of emotion and ut ohs. This work has heavy helping of fantasy mixed into the ordinary world. But a killer fantasy has to be either so over the top no one cares about the laws of what we consider real or offer fantasy with a possible life connection to the world as we know it tenuous as it might be. Scott does the later he paints a world of creatures, magic and legend that has threads of the distant plausible. This first book will appeal to a reader of any age. So far it's like The Hobbit meets the Traveler by John Twelve Oaks. I highly suggest you read it. I am off to the second installment. Interesting I enjoyed the book, but felt that it was geared more toward a younger reader (young adult/teenager). Perhaps that's because two of the major characters are themselves teenagers.

Romeo and Juliet - Together (and Alive!) At Last Audiobook by Avi

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Avi) — Fri, 27 Dec 2013 09:48:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Romeo and Juliet - Together (and Alive!) At Last Author: Avi Narrator: Jeff Woodman Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 12-27-13 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Its springtime at South Orange Middle School. Pete Saltz is in love with Anabelle, a girl in his eighth grade class, and she likes him, too. But theyre both so shy, they wont even look at each other, much less show their feelings. It will take more than chance to get them together. Fortunately, Ed Sitrow, another eighth grader, has a master plan. Hell cast Pete and Anabelle in the lead roles of a school production of Romeo and Juliet. Then they will have to kiss each other in the last act. Soon the whole school is looking forward to the play - and the big scene. Avi has delighted countless young listeners with his tales of high-spirited adventure. A former librarian, he has won a Newbery Honor Award, an ODell Award, a Christopher Award, and honors from the ALA for his works. Romeo and Juliet is full of slapstick and excitement, and narrator Jeff Woodmans lighthearted performance heightens the fun. Members Reviews: A Delightful Romp! This book was clever and quite funny-Shakespeare with a twist. I have read many books by Avi. This is one of the best. Laugh out loud This is a cute, quick read about a class of eighth graders and their efforts to put two classmates together. This is so typical of this age group. Their rendition of Romeo and Juliet will leave you laughing as they torture Shakepeare's language, but get the two shy classmates to kiss and fall in love. A Great Book! This was a great rendition and look at the classic Bard tale, without the drama and with a heck of a lot more comedy. This was a fun, engaging read that will have you laughing throughout the book. The characters are definitely age-appropriate for the reading level of this book and the funny antics as well as the fact that the group has such a short time to put together the play is hilarious in it's own light. All-in-all, this was a fun read that I would encourage all to read and enjoy! Romance, silly middle-school style Middle school age kids attempt to play matchmaker for a pair of bashful peers by developing their own production of Shakespeare's classic with those two shy folks in the lead roles. The characters are very age-appropriate in interaction and approach to the production's challenges. This makes for some funny results in terms of such things as costuming and timing and forgotten lines and/or actions and adolescent ego. This would be a good way for a youngster to get his or her first taste of The Bard, a source many youngsters see as intimidating. The kids' loyalties, friendships, and social observations and dislikes ring true. Having read several of Avi's other works before, this is just one more that shows him to be a consistently reliable choice of author for young people. Read this book about a life for a modern a 5-7th grader. I read the book, Romeo & Juliet Together at last (and alive) by Avi Wortis. It was about a boy who was in love with a girl . The boy liked poetry and the girl could never put a book down. The boy's friends think that if he could put on the play Romeo & Juliet his friend would be Romeo and his lover would be Juliet. It worked out as he planned and they got the parts .There is one problem; a bully named Hamilton wanted to be Romeo. They though they had convinced him to be a knight but it was a joke. During the book, Hamilton gets back to the cast of the play and ........ oops sorry you have to read the book to find out the ending.

The Young Demon Keeper Audiobook by Bob Simms

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Bob Simms) — Tue, 19 Dec 2017 01:11:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Young Demon Keeper Author: Bob Simms Narrator: Circle of Spears Productions Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 12-19-17 Publisher: Bob Simms Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: When Paul summoned a slave demon to do his every bidding, he thought it would be really cool. Instead, he got Scarth, a hybrid that was as magical as a damp sponge but not as intelligent. His only talents seem to be invisibility and to eat: toasters, gravel, furniture, but especially ice-cream. Oh, and people. Featuring demons, trendy priests, garrulous occult bookshop owners, muggers, publicans, evangelists, porters, witches Members Reviews: Wicked dark comedy Hilarious, ironic, and, yes, an awesome fun read. I love the paranormal/supernatural genre, and this one had beasts a plenty running through it, as well as wonderfully colorful characters, from the drunks at the bar, to Oz the grand wizard, to Ess the nature loving Wiccan, to the couple of demons who put in appearances, and yes, even the goth girl manning the checkout counter at the Wiccan store. Paul, being our narrative character was a bit bland, but then he was so overburdened with trying to keep up with Scarth (who was pure genius of a character, with his attitude of a two-year-old with the temper tantrums). The only point where I wavered on giving this book a 4 star, was that there were several moments where the book abruptly shifted from being dark comedy to rather disturbing (weâre talking the points where Scarth ate people and the beating the couple of robbers to death. My stomach actually turned on those scenes and itâs a hard sale to make me give 5 stars to something after fighting nausea). One point I really loved though was the running gag about Paulâs virginity, and how everyone figured he was looking for sex magic each time he so much as asked where the bookstore selection on demons was. Engaging, Entertaining and Excellently Written First, a disclaimer - I have met the author, Bob Simms, through mutual friends and colleagues, but this review is not any kind of personal favour. I had read some of his short stories online and liked the down-to-earth style, and thought a novel about a young man and his pet demon could be a nice diversion from some of the heavier non-fiction I was buried in. Plus, I was going on a short vacation and thought this would be the perfect, frivolous accompaniment. And I was very pleasantly surprised. Bob specialises in simply painted, but clearly realised characters. There are no self-serving, yawn-inducing, drawn-out paragraphs describing how the light was falling on the lid of the tub of ice cream, playfully interacting with the swirls of strawberry painted on the label, and well, you get the idea. The author is telling a story about characters, and so who they are, and what they're made of, and how they interact, and why they do what they do, are the only things that matter here. Like a short story gone long, the introduction pulls you in to a bizarre and fascinating scene that honestly dares you not to want to know what happens next. And thus the tale barrels along at a pace, introducing various colourful characters that you boo and hiss, or cheer and root for, like a page-turning pantomime hurtling towards a bottled-up finale. I doubt that Bob Simms has designs on being either the next Stephen King, or the next Dan Brown, but if the job of an author is to turn words into wonders and take the reader on a trip they'll enjoy, remember and perhaps even want to take again, then he has done that job well.

Park's Quest Audiobook by Katherine Paterson

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Katherine Paterson) — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 05:39:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Park's Quest Author: Katherine Paterson Narrator: Jeremy Beck Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 02-18-09 Publisher: Penguin Group USA and Audible Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: When Park's search finally takes him to his grandfather's farm in rural Virginia, he meets obstacles beyond his imagining. Instead of being welcomed as the long lost heir, he is taunted by a young Vietnamese girl. Who is she and shwat is she doing on the family farm? And will Park be able to accept the ultimate truth he has sought? Members Reviews: flat characters, sexist, and not that fun to read This is not really a favorite of mine. It might have been the subtly...misogynist would be too strong a word...male biased perspective. (I don't think this was necessarily the author's intention, or if it was, if could have to do with creating a sense of realism that this is a boy with issues talking during the late 1980's, since he was also quite racist.) Even with this, it is an opportunity to uncover those subtle messages of blame and judgment on the female characters and talk about them and why men generally receive different treatment in the book, so if someone had to read it for class, for example, a Good teacher might bring up these ideas. Otherwise, it leaves you with a somewhat icky feeling, or at least it did with me. As I mentioned, in a solid class environment, this book has plenty of themes and historical events to draw from, what with plot points revolving around the Vietnam War and Arthurian legend. As far as reading it for pleasure, I'd skip this one and pick something a little better with more dimensional characters with a more enlightening journey. This fell flat of my expectations...I think three stars is quite generous. Five Stars very good book!!!! Four Stars Very good condition It wasn't great... This book, to put it in short, just wasn't great. I wouldn't go as far as to say it was the worst book I've ever read, but I'd have to say it's the worst book that I've ever finished. It just wasn't the kind of thing you'd look back on and say, "Wow, I really enjoyed reading that." The writing style was confusing at times, because of Park's daydreams about knights and chivalry. He considers his mission to find out about his father like a knightly "quest." You got used to it after a while, though. Some other things that were confusing were the way Paterson introduces "Randy" as Park's mom. Before that, it had always said "his mother", or "his mom", and then it just refers to her as "Randy", and I guess we're supposed to catch on. The first twelve chapters were an agony to read, and I would sum them up as monotonous schlock. To me, they were uneventful. I would say they were the very worst twelve chapters I've ever read. I also really didn't like Park's racist attitude, and the way the author says "So what if he got some Oriental disease" or "He still couldn't believe that Frank would marry one of them" , referring to the Vietnamese people in the story, really annoyed me. I really didn't like Park as a protagonist. As one reviewer said, he was a kid with issues, but still, he was very unlikable. The last two chapters really made up for it, though. I saw Park change a bit as a character, and the ending was sad, but pretty satisfying. Overall, it was not a great book, not really a good book either. It was also a sad book, and the ending didn't change that either.

If You're Lucky Audiobook by Yvonne Prinz

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Yvonne Prinz) — Tue, 20 Oct 2015 03:19:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: If You're Lucky Author: Yvonne Prinz Narrator: Amanda Leigh Cobb Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 10-20-15 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Is Georgia's mind playing tricks on her, or is the entire town walking into the arms of a killer who has everyone but her fooled? When 17-year-old Georgia's brother drowns while surfing halfway around the world in Australia, she refuses to believe Lucky's death was just bad luck. Lucky was smart. He wouldn't have surfed in waters more dangerous than he could handle. Then a stranger named Fin arrives in False Bay, claiming to have been Lucky's best friend. Soon Fin is working for Lucky's father, charming Lucky's mother, dating his girlfriend. Georgia begins to wonder: Did Fin murder Lucky in order to take over his whole life? Determined to clear the fog from her mind in order to uncover the truth about Lucky's death, Georgia secretly stops taking the medication that keeps away the voices in her head. Georgia is certain she's getting closer and closer to the truth about Fin, but as she does, her mental state becomes more and more precarious, and no one seems to trust what she's saying. As the chilling narrative unfolds, the listener must decide whether Georgia's descent into madness is causing her to see things that don't exist - or to see a deadly truth that no one else can. Critic Reviews: "A remarkable page-turner.... Keep[s] readers wondering, twist by twist, if Georgia's universe will simply burst apart." (Andrew Smith, author of Grasshopper Jungle) Members Reviews: Great Teenage Story LOVED it. I went right down the rabbit hole as the book progressed. I didn't know what was real an what wasn't!! Loved the narrator. I liked how I could always tell who was talking. I'd recommend this one to a young adult audience. Teenagers maybe. The perfect amount of sexual flirtation and intrigue while remaining PG.

VIP: Battle of the Bands Audiobook by Jen Calonita, Kristen Gudsnuk - artist

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jen Calonita) — Tue, 26 Jul 2016 14:38:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: VIP: Battle of the Bands Author: Jen Calonita, Kristen Gudsnuk - artist Narrator: Tara Sands Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-16 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Mackenzie "Mac" Lowell is living a dream come true on tour with her favorite boy band. Spending time on the road with Perfect Storm hasn't been what Mac expected, though - it's even better! But with screaming fans and big-time recording sessions come haters and copycats, like Thunder and Lightning, a new band on the label whose first single sounds suspiciously like the song Perfect Storm's guitarist wrote for Mac. As the two bands set out on a joint summer tour, more and more of Perfect Storm's secrets are leaked to the public. Where's the one place all these lyrics and secrets are supposedly being kept safe? In Mac's journal, of course! Can Mac - and her comic-book alter ego, Mac Attack - stop the leaks and nab the culprit? With black-and-white illustrations and action-packed Mac Attack comics, Jen Calonita's VIP series is more exciting than a backstage pass! PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Critic Reviews: "A sweet and hilarious adventure about fandom, friendship, and family. Jen Calonita has captured the perfect storm of being twelve and finding yourself within reach of your wildest dream." (Jennifer Ziegler, author of Revenge of the Flower Girls) "A sassy and adorable wish-fulfillment adventure that had me squealing and goofy smiling. The characters, the comics, the concerts.... I promise, you're going to want to marry this book." (Lindsey Leavitt, author of The Pages Between Us and Princess for Hire) "A fun read for middle school students...[who] can relate to Mac's joy in writing in her journal. All problems are resolved in the end, and Mac and her mother are looking forward to continuing on the band's tour." (School Library Connection) Members Reviews: Great Book Great product, very good quality, fast shipping and helpful seller. Will order from this company again. Thank you so much! Five Stars Daughter absolutely loves these books and can't wait for the next one. and I am so delighted, I love this series A new book in the VIP series, and I am so delighted, I love this series. Though I did enjoy this one a bit less than the previous one. Sorry, I am not really that big of a fan of the things that happen in here. I hated those Thunder/Lightning (copycat boyband) guys. Lola was annoying again (though I did love the portion of karma she got at the end). There wasn't that much Kyle x Sam, and I am shipping these two like crazy. Plus I hated how 2 of the 3 guys in the band were just pretty much being rude towards Sam because what happens in this book. I mean really, you guys think that she would just sell your secrets? Or give away your lyrics? Can't you guys think for one moment? Can't you guys just activate your brains. This is your #1 fan, this is the girl who did all those things for you in the previous book. She would do anything for you in this one as well. Yet, you are distrustful and at times quite mean. Now before I go back to various other things that made me go RAGHHHHH, I want to talk about the good things. We are touring again! Though this time there is less focus on that, but still, I was happy that Sam and her mom were going to all those places with the band again. We see much more of backstage, and we even see a recording session.

Lockdown Audiobook by Peter Jay Black

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Peter Jay Black) — Thu, 10 Sep 2015 01:04:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lockdown Author: Peter Jay Black Narrator: Andy Cresswell Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 09-10-15 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: The Urban Outlaws have been betrayed - and defeated. Or so Hector thought when he stole the world's most advanced computer virus. But Hector will need to try much harder than just crossing the Atlantic if he wants to outsmart Jack and his team... With the help of a shadowy figure known as The Shepherd, the Urban Outlaws risk everything and head to the States. They plan to take Hector down and stop him from using the virus as the ultimate hacking tool - the world's secrets, and their own, are in his fingertips and if they don't act fast, our lives will be changed forever. The stakes are higher than ever in the third book of this high-octane adventure series for fans of Robert Muchamore, Anthony Horowitz and Alex Scarrow. Members Reviews: Insightful Look At Desperate Teens Lockdown, from one of the most respected YA authors, does not disappoint. It is the story of a young teen who is so desperate for money for himself and his little sister he agrees to steal a prescription pad for a drug dealer. He is caught and locked up for two years. As he says in the story, "I wasn't special, but I was me. Now I am not me, I am what I did. I will always be what I did." Luckily for Reese, he is assigned to work at an old folks home one day a week where he meets a survivor of a WWII Japanese prison camp. Pietr teaches Reese how to be a survivor. Walter Dean Myers understands the hopelessness and the dismal realities of growing up poor and black. He makes even the most privileged of us understand it as well. My students loved the book My students loved the book... It allowed us to have discussions as well as discuss character, setting, actions/motives.The book, when accompanied with the audio, and when you allow students to develop a comfortable place express questions and thoughts about what they have read and heard, brought such an intense level of comprehension to what growing up can be like. Great third addition to the urban outlaws You should read this, 10/10 by far. Highly recommend. Please buy this amazing book But first, read other books in the series. Good Read This books follows a young man though a detention center. The book is realistic and keeps you involved with the main character. A great book to discuss the options for young men and women in this situation and how society set them up to get there in the first place. This would be a great discussion book. Lockdown This is a great book I finished it in 3 days, I could've did it in less but had a very busy weekend...I would recommend this book to any teen or adult to deal with any bad situation as far as stealing, killing, and drugs situations in their life's and they want to overcome them before or after being in prison, or juvenile.

Smoked Audiobook by Mari Mancusi

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mari Mancusi) — Tue, 01 Sep 2015 02:23:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Smoked Subtitle: Scorched, Book 3 Author: Mari Mancusi Narrator: Miriam Volle Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: In the fiery conclusion to Mari Mancusi's Scorched trilogy, Team Dragon ignites the spark that starts the dragon apocalypse.... When Team Dragon finally rescues Emmy - now a full-grown dragon - they think the future is safe. Until Emmy reveals a secret: she's laid two dragon eggs, and her offspring may bring about the fiery apocalypse they've all fought so hard to prevent. Either way, Connor's not taking chances. But after a rash and brutal act, he discovers he may have just single-handedly started the apocalypse himself. Chaos breaks out. Towns are scorched. And time is running out. Will the team figure out a way to work together before the world goes up in flames? Members Reviews: I have really enjoyed reading this series I have really enjoyed reading this series. Great story line, believable characters, happy ending. Passing it on to my granddaughters to read. Such a sweet yet roller coaster ride to the end. This wonderful trilogy has taken us on wild ride of emotions, excitement and even a little fear. This third book will not disappoint as the story rockets it's way through more twists and heart rendering turns. The end will leave you breathless and I dare anyone to not finish the story feeling teary eyed. Yes this is written for the young adult, but this 55 year old loved every minute of the stories too. 5 Stars for Smoked and Mari Mancusi's Scorched Series! Mari completed this incredible series in a way that was absolutely perfect. I'm so awed by the writing, the creativity and the incredible details. It only took me a few hours to gobble it up and...WOW. This is a sit down and read it all at once book. You can't put it down. Romance, dragons, adventure, it's everything a great book needs! Excellent book, wonderful trilogy! Great job, Mari! more adult level that first two of series read this series and enjoyed it immensely; this is the third in the series and I didn't care for it as much as the first two because it was explicit and too crude for my taste. This was written by a different author than first two and it ruined the series for me. Five Stars Good series

Tracked Audiobook by Jenny Martin

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jenny Martin) — Tue, 05 May 2015 12:54:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tracked Author: Jenny Martin Narrator: Caitlin Davies Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 05-05-15 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: The Fast and the Furious gets a futuristic twist in this action-packed debut! On corporately controlled Castra, rally racing is a high-stakes game that 17-year-old Phoebe Van Zant knows all too well. Phee's legendary racer father disappeared mysteriously, but that hasn't stopped her from speeding headlong into trouble. When she and her best friend, Bear, attract the attention of Charles Benroyal, they are blackmailed into racing for Benroyal Corp, a company that represents everything Phee detests. Worse, Phee risks losing Bear as she falls for Cash, her charming new teammate. But when she discovers that Benroyal is controlling more than a corporation, Phee realizes she has a much bigger role in Castra's future than she could ever have imagined. It's up to Phee to take Benroyal down. But even with the help of her team, can a street rat destroy an empire? Members Reviews: Even the first two chapters are amazing. That week I went to Austin and the ... When I first heard about this book I was so excited to read it. So I went to the library to get the book. We got two copies, one for me and one for one of my sisters, but right as I got it I immediately started reading it. Even the first two chapters are amazing. That week I went to Austin and the whole ride there I read it. It made me want to read and not do anything else. This book brought me to tears more than once, and made me happy, but then all of my emotions started playing with me. So I can't wait for a second book or a movie *wink wink*. I would highly suggest this book to anyone who is thinking about reading it. Now go and â Dare the impossible!!â LOVED BEYOND DESCRIPTION! For full review please search "5 Girls Book Reviews" in a search engine and/or our Facebook "5 Girls Book Reviews" REVIEW BY: Arianna, age 12 years, 9 months MAY CONTAIN SPOILER: This book was magnificent! I absolutely loved it beyond description! My favorite character is Phee because she can do anything. She has a girl power that is unstoppable. My favorite scenes are the races because of the amazing detail and thought that went into the descriptions of these amazing scenes! Phee, and Cash and Bears... OH MY! A crazy, very creative world in which SIGN ME UP TO RACE CARS. I could feel the adrenaline rush through me each time Phee got behind the wheel. And when Bear was her spotter, and Cash... whoa, mamma! I highly recommend this to any adrenaline junkie, girl-power lover, science fiction aficionado's, or those who like to see the big bad's fall on their knees and grovel. Seriously could not love this book more Full of fast-paced action, swoony romance, and political intrigue with a kick-ass main character! Seriously could not love this book more. The sequel, Marked, is due out this spring. You can bet I'll be pre-ordering and waiting impatiently for its arrival! Something for everyone This book has it all: well-drawn characters, white-knuckle action and gut-wrenching emotion. Martin's voice and pacing will keep you reading long into the night. Can't wait for the sequel!

Dove Arising Audiobook by Karen Bao

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Karen Bao) — Tue, 24 Feb 2015 05:36:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dove Arising Author: Karen Bao Narrator: Kim Mai Guest Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 02-24-15 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Phaet Theta has lived her whole life in a colony on the moon. She's barely spoken since her father died in an accident nine years ago. She cultivates the plants in Greenhouse 22, lets her best friend talk for her, and stays off the government's radar. Then her mother is arrested. The only way to save her younger siblings from the degrading shelter is to enlist in the militia--the faceless army that polices the lunar bases and protects them from attacks by desperate Earth dwellers. Training is brutal, but it's where Phaet forms an uneasy but meaningful alliance with the preternaturally accomplished Wes, a fellow outsider. Rank high, save her siblings, free her mom: that's the plan. Until Phaet's logically ordered world begins to crumble... Suspenseful, intelligent, and hauntingly prescient, Dove Arising stands on the shoulders of our greatest tales of the future to tell a story that is all too relevant today. Members Reviews: Disappointed Waited for the story to pick up but it never did. I've waited for this book to be released for a while

On the Day I Died Audiobook by Candace Fleming

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Candace Fleming) — Tue, 10 Jul 2012 08:18:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: On the Day I Died Subtitle: Stories from the Grave Author: Candace Fleming Narrator: Ramón DeOcampo, Ariadne Meyers, Nick Chamian, Jonathan Sanders, Everette Plen, Amy Rubinate, Justine Eyre, Aaron Groben, MacLeod Andrews, Becca Battoe Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 07-10-12 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: The phenomenally versatile, award-winning author, Candace Fleming, gives teen and older tween readers 10 ghost stories sure to send chills up their spines. Set in White Cemetery, an actual graveyard outside Chicago, each story takes place during a different time period from the 1860s to the present, and ends with the narrator's death. Some teens die heroically, others ironically, but all due to supernatural causes. Readers will meet walking corpses and witness demonic posession, all against the backdrop of Chicago's rich history - the Great Depression, the World's Fair, Al Capone and his fellow gangsters. Critic Reviews: "Light on explicit grue but well endowed with macabre detail and leavening dashes of humor." (Kirkus Reviews) Members Reviews: A Unique Spin on Graveyard Stories Any additional comments? I really enjoyed listening to this story. Audible did a fantastic job transitioning different people to tell each teenager's story and the author did good at making the reader feel as if they were there in the cemetery with Mike listening to each tale. The music added a neat little touch. I recognized some stories were urban legends. The author talks about the historical parts of each story at the end of the book.

Faery Tales & Nightmares Audiobook by Melissa Marr

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Melissa Marr) — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:29:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Faery Tales & Nightmares Author: Melissa Marr Narrator: Kaleo Griffith, Mia Barron Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 02-21-12 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Dangerous promises and beguiling threats swirl together in a dozen stories of enchantments, dark and light, by New York Times best-selling author Melissa Marr. Uncanny and unexpected creatures appear from behind bushes, rise from under the seas, or manifest from seasonal storms to pursue the objects of their attentionwith amorous or sinister intentrelentlessly. From the gentle tones of a story-tellers cadences to the terror of a blood sacrifice, tales of favorite characters from Marrs Wicked Lovely novels mix with accounts of new characters for listeners to fall in love with... or to fear. Lush, seductive, and chilling, Melissa Marrs stories revel in the unseen magic that infuses the world as we know it. Members Reviews: Fancifully Fantastic Fantasy Fiction Selchies are awesome! Definitely worth the listen. It was a nice change up having a guy and a girl read the different stories.

The Jaguar Stones Audiobook by Pamela Voelkel, Jon Voelkel

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Pamela Voelkel) — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 16:10:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Jaguar Stones Subtitle: The End of the World Club, Book Two Author: Pamela Voelkel, Jon Voelkel Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 12-28-10 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 23 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: While everyone else is panicking about the so-called end of the Maya calendar, 14-year-old Max Murphy has his own problems. He owes a favor to the ancient Maya Lords of Death, and now theyve called it in. Max has just seven days to bring the long-lost Yellow Jaguar to Xibalba, the cold and watery Maya underworld. Accompanied by his Maya friend Lola, and Lord 6-Dog and Lady Cococurrently inhabiting the bodies of two howler monkeysMax travels to Spain, where he gets arrested for murder, battles an army of headless phantoms, wakes up in his own coffin, and gate-crashes the wedding of the century... which features human sacrifice instead of the usual disco. When his friends go missing in action, Max must run for his life with a pack of hellhounds on his heels. But can Max and Lola deliver the missing Jaguar Stone before the sun sets on their world one last time? Members Reviews: Don't Miss This Triology Of course, I loved it! My students third grade through fifth grade couldn't wait to read all the books in the trilogy. Wonderful, wonderful exposure to South America, mythological themes. Brighte/higher reading students appreciated most. Lots of wonderful class/individual/small group activities if you contact the authors. An exciting adventure series for 10 yr olds.. Some of my 4th -5th grade readers, girls and boys, good and reluctant readers, have enjoyed this adventure series very much. It's about some "can-do" kids who have to save their archaeologist parents who are off studying the ancient Mayans.... Jaguar Stones, Book Two: The End of the World Club! This book is so good! It is jam packed with excitement and adventure! I would recommend this book for girls and boys ages 9-12! This is a must-read book! By Elsa H.Age 10 Good book says the 12 year old boy My son is really loving this series. He's read them all multiple times and if he needs a book to grab while we run errands, this series is the one he wants. He laughs when reading it, and says the story is fun and captivating. awesome series for boys My 11 yr old son loves this series. I am excited that he is just reading. His teacher says that she has to remind him that reading time is over when the school bell rings in 1st period SAppel, Jupiter FL

Rescued Audiobook by Eliot Schrefer

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Eliot Schrefer) — Tue, 26 Jul 2016 18:49:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rescued Author: Eliot Schrefer Narrator: Graham Halstead Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-16 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Raja has been raised in captivity. Not behind the bars of a zoo, but within the confines of an American home. He was stolen when he was young to be someone's pet. Now he's grown up and is about to be sent away again, to a place from which there will be no return. John grew up with Raja. The orangutan was his friend, his brother, never his pet. But when John's parents split up and moved him across the country, he left Raja behind. Now Raja is suffering. There's one last chance to save Raja, a chance that will force John to confront his fractured family and the captivity he's imposed on himself all of these years. Members Reviews: Fun Book The book was great--exciting & fun to read. wonderful book, wonderful series Wonderful book, wonderful series. don't miss these his Ape books. Good book Interesting. my favorite YA series of all time When I was five, I visited the Pittsburgh Zoo with my father. This was in the days that zoos were essentially prisons, with animals held in solitary confinement in barred, concrete cells. Being too young to realize the full implications of that, I wandered with my dad to the ape and monkey house, my favorite part of the zoo. I enjoyed watching the gorilla in particular, though even at that age, it puzzled me that he was alone, that he did little but stare dully out of his cage all day, except when on occasion he'd regurgitate his food and pick through it. But again, at age five, I was thinking much more about my own pleasure at seeing such an awesome animal than about that animal's well-being, much less his rights. On this particular day, a surprise awaited me: a trainer had a baby chimpanzee named Geraldine, and was offering visitors the chance to hold her. I eagerly volunteered, and when the little creature wrapped her furry arms around my neck and rested her head on my cheek, I felt something that Eliot Schrefer captures expertly in his book RESCUED: "It was the first time I'd held something so delicately alive, something it was in my power to drop or save. I went silent with responsibility." In Schrefer's book, it's a baby orangutan that the narrator, John, is holding, a present from John's irresponsible and eager-to-please father. But the feeling is almost entirely the same. It's from the moment I held Geraldine that I date not only my love for great apes but, far more importantly, my sense of responsibility to them. RESCUED is the third book in Schrefer's planned four-book YA series about the great apes: bonobos, chimpanzees, orangutans, and gorillas. Each book, though entirely different from the others in setting and character, features a young person's relationship with one of the four species of ape. In the first two, ENDANGERED (bonobos) and THREATENED (chimpanzees), the settings are African and the apes living in a wild or, at least, semi-wild condition. In RESCUED, by contrast, the setting is the U.S., and the orangutan, Raja, grows up as a captive house pet. The book's action revolves around John's growing realization that Raja is not rightfully his and the teen's subsequent efforts to return him to Sumatra, from which he was stolen as a baby. I'm going to put it out there right now: Schrefer's books are my favorite YA series of all time.

Five Summers Audiobook by Una LaMarche

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Una LaMarche) — Tue, 14 Jul 2015 08:17:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Five Summers Author: Una LaMarche Narrator: Abigail Revasch Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 07-14-15 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Bittersweet, funny, and achingly honest, Five Summers is a story of friendship, love, and growing up that is perfect for fans of Ann Brashare's The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants and Judy Blume's Summer Sisters. Four best friends, five summers of camp memories. Emma, Skylar, Jo, and Maddie have all come back to camp for a weekend of tipsy canoe trips to the island, midnight skinny-dipping in the lake, and an epic game of capture the flag - boys versus girls. But the weekend isn't quite as sunwashed as they'd imagined as the memories come flooding back. The summer we were nine: Emma was branded "Skylar's friend Emma" by the infamous Adam Loring. The summer we were 10: Maddie realized she was too far into her lies to think about telling the truth. The summer we were 11: Johanna totally freaked out during her first game of spin the bottle. The summer we were 12: Skylar's love letters from her boyfriend back home were exciting to all of us - except Skylar. Our last summer together: Emma and Adam almost kissed. Jo found out Maddie's secret. Skylar did something unthinkable...and whether we knew it then or not, five summers of friendship began to fall apart. A young adult book with a friendship story that will last long after the last s'more is gone. Critic Reviews: "Vivid, warm, familiar and bittersweet, Five Summers is a welcome escape, full of moments that linger beyond the final pages." (Jodi Lynn Anderson, author of the New York Times best seller Peaches) "LaMarche has skillfully bottled the summer camp experience, right down to bug juice and Capture the Flag, into a lighthearted summer read." (School Library Journal) "LaMarche manages no small feat in drawing four distinct teenage girl characters, and even her minor characters are individualized and well fleshed-out." (VOYA) Members Reviews: Like I'm back at camp that I went to for 11yrs Where does Five Summers rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? This is in my top 10 favorites. What did you like best about this story? The sights, smells, flavors of camp are all there. The songs. The silly names and favorite things and every bit of friendship that one gains through the experiences there. I WAS there again. I was a camper and counselor for five years and six years, respectively, and this was like going home. Thank you. thank you thank you thank you. Which character as performed by Abigail Revasch was your favorite? Skye made such an incredible character arc that I wanted to hug her at the end. I really want Jo to have her own adventures now, and I want to read about them. (I did think that Jo would have known ALL the songs and games and everything, though with her dad being the director, so the fact that she didn't know everything about camp surprised me.) If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? You can't go back, but you can move forward. Any additional comments? Hey, author. If you read this, please know that you and I could have worked together at the same camp--we seem to have the same experiences. I'm mentally sending you a friendship bracelet (along with a boys' capture the flag memento.) :)

Winter Untold Audiobook by Amy Sparling

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Amy Sparling) — Tue, 16 Sep 2014 14:10:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Winter Untold Subtitle: Summer Unplugged, Book 3 Author: Amy Sparling Narrator: Cheryl Texiera Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 09-16-14 Publisher: Amy Sparling Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: When Jace accepts a job that has him traveling all over the country, Bayleigh wonders how their relationship can survive on random text messages and intermittent phone calls. Frustrated by his popularity on Facebook and jealous of all the parties he's attending, she finds comfort and friendship in Chase, the guy who just moved in next door. Members Reviews: Get all of the series! So far this has been a fine read. I would recommend this for either right- before- bed, or on the beach, a quiet afternoon, etc. There are quite a few dynamic features to the story line. A few twists and tunes, and the characters are pretty well developed. There are a few parts that could be edited slightly better, but I do know most authors on here prefer for their readers to help them out in this aspect. It was not hard reading by any means, but it was also not an elementary level book. Be prepared for some love scenes. But honestly, sometimes they do add to the storyline, right? I hope to either purchase more in this series (if there is one) or get the author motivated to write more! Not that this was left with just a cliffhanger or anything, I have just loved how the storyline was developed, and would love to know where this could head into the future. Knowing how the characters have developed, interacted, and have grown leaves me with a lot of hope for more. I always love series/ books where there is a spin- off into a similar setting, but with acquaintances that the characters had, or will have. Overall, this is a great value and I would highly recommend it. It is a great value for the price, and it simply cannot be beat! I will be purchasing more from this author in the future, and look forward to new releases. Winter Untold is a book that is very easy to follow along Winter Untold is a book that is very easy to follow along. If you are having trouble in relationships, this a good book that will tell you everything you want to hear. I personally would love to be Bayleigh in the story. She gets the dream boy all of us teens want. I recommend this book to any teen, but especially ones who enjoy love stories. After you find you enjoyed it, you will be glad to know there are plenty more. Its really something to look forward to. I encourage all to get this book! Its worth the time. Maybe Listening Made it Worse than it is? Maybe listening made it worse than it is because I also bought the audio of this book? Or is it me? The heroine gets worse in her jealousy. As a matter of fact it gets old and juvenile. I know this is YA genre, but the heroine does not have to be this asinine. We have heroines who are younger or her age in books who are superbly structured than Bayleigh. annoy I was hoping that by now Bayleigh would have get her self together and stop being such a whinnying cry baby, seriously! That girl is annoy, love the drama. Jace as always wayyyy to good and patience for her. I'm so getting tired of her but I am almost done with the series and can't stop now, really hope she grows and mature a little in the 4th book. Each book in this series is barely longer than a chapter of other books....too expensive. Cute continuation of a story, but the book's barely a third of an inch thick. Amy's clearly soaking her readers for every penny.

The Original Freddie Ackerman Audiobook by Hadley Irwin

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Hadley Irwin) — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 01:17:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Original Freddie Ackerman Author: Hadley Irwin Narrator: John McDonough Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 02-13-09 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: As the plane takes off, Freddie feels everything familiar slip away. Despite his initial fears, he finds that he is comfortable in the eccentric aunts' rambling house. Soon, he has made a new friend in the nearby village and, in a mysterious book, he discovers something surprising and wonderful. Hadley Irwin, also author of Kim/Kimi is really the popular writing team of Lee Hadley and Ann Irwin. Together, they create stories that explore the changes young people face as they move into adulthood. The Original Freddie Ackerman, filled with gentle wit, was chosen by School Library Journal as a Best Book. Members Reviews: Way to go Freddie! This book has such an interesting number of characters and places that it is hard not to love it. I loved tring to solve Trevor's mystery before he could. I didnt manage it. I got to the very last chapter and still hadnt figured it out. Everyone should read this book.

Zitface Audiobook by Emily Howse

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Emily Howse) — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 01:47:33 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Zitface Author: Emily Howse Narrator: Kate Reinders Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 11-27-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Thirteen-year-old Olivia Hughes has always considered herself a lucky girl. She knows what she wants to do with her life - be an actress. And shes already on her way. She just landed a national ad campaign that should get her noticed. But then her luck runs out. A little pimple turns into a full-blown case of acne, with serious side effects for her career, her relationships, and her self-esteem. Now all she wants to do is hide, but she cant. She goes from being the girl at school who everyone wants to be...to Zitface, a girl who is teased, dumped, and even fired. What do you do when youve lost control of everything in your life? Olivia has to find out the hard way. And maybe, what she finds isnt so bad after all. Members Reviews: Very good This book never fails to exceed my expectations Every chapter in this book complements eachother The overall performance was great with only very few flaws

The Lost Saint Audiobook by Bree Despain

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Bree Despain) — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 10:53:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Lost Saint Subtitle: A Dark Divine Novel Author: Bree Despain Narrator: Eileen Stevens Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 01-10-11 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 45 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: The non-stop sequel to The Dark Divine delivers an even hotter romance and more thrilling action than Bree Despain's first novel. Grace Divine made the ultimate sacrifice to cure Daniel Kalbi. She gave her soul to the wolf to save him and lost her beloved mother. When Grace receives a haunting phone call from Jude, she knows what she must do. She must become a Hound of Heaven. Desparate to find Jude, Grace befriends Talbot - a newcomer to town who promises her that he can help her be a hero. But as the two grow closer, the wolf grows in Grace, and her relationship with Daniel begins to crumble. Unaware of the dark path she is walking, Grace becomes prideful in her new abilities - not realizing that an old enemy has returned and deadly trap is about to be sprung. Listeners, raveous for more Grace and Daniel, will be itching to sink their teeth into The Lost Saint. Members Reviews: Riveting, Compelling Paranormal Romance Thriller! Quite frankly, hands down, the best book I've read in a long time, and I devour paranormal romance on a constant basis. Bree Despain's The Dark Divine series is a must read for anyone who enjoys this genre. Though I was intrigued and captivated by book 1, book 2 had me so engrossed from beginning to end that I had to take time to review it at 4 in the morning! The Lost Saint is a riveting, compelling and engrossing Paranormal Romance Thriller unlike anything I've read in the young adult realm; with character and plot development comparable to Anita Blake, Mercy Thompson and Werecat novels (all favorites of mine). Unlike many YA-PR books, The Lost Saint remains clean enough for young teens so the "hotter romance" description above is a bit misleading compared to Vampire Academy and House of Night novels (other YA favorites of mine). The building desire and sensuality are comparable to Twilight's Eclipse (best of that saga), but its best features are the captivating, memorable and well-paced storyline packed with well-developed relate-able characters, delivering a complex plot that's not hard to follow but keeps you guessing from the edge of your seat. Equally compelling is the spectacular job of narration (acting!) that Eileen Stevens delivers, bringing these characters to life with movie-quality substance especially throughout the climactic scenes. A rare performance of a Best YA-PR Book of the Year contender by a Best New Author contender as well (in my opinion). Bree Despain's The Lost Saint (The Dark Divine 2) is a highly recommended must read! So refreshing!! I'm usually a little worn out when I finish the second book in a trilogy. THIS STORY IS AWESOME. Only complaint is that audio doesn't have the third installment yet. I have never emailed an author but I'm off to appeal for the third book. The lost saint This is the excellent sequel to the Dark Divine. I thought the title of this book was a clever one as it could actually have refered to several characters. As with the previous book, this novel took a little while for me to get into, particularly as I felt that the character of April adds nothing to the story and she irritates me considerably. However, this book turned out to be every bit as well written, exciting and impossible to put down as the first. What I really liked was that I never had a clue what would happen.

The Shadowmancer Returns Audiobook by G. P. Taylor

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (G. P. Taylor) — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 07:12:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Shadowmancer Returns Author: G. P. Taylor Narrator: Bryan Kennedy Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 04-17-08 Publisher: Penguin Group USA and Audible Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 31 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Meanwhile, Raphah, who has had a narrow escape of his own, sets out on a terrifying journey to find his friends, all the time haunted by a shadowy beast. Eventually, the friends' paths meet on a cursed street, hidden from the world - a place where fates are decided and old enemies seek revenge. They thought it was over...but can evil ever be destroyed? Members Reviews: Not a book i could get into I am a listener who listens to books several times. This book i could not get into this book for some reason. I am not sure if it was the narrator or the story line. Better story, worse telling. A little more fast paced, more characters, a couple more artifacts. The general activity in the story is a bit higher in volume, but the telling of the story....well...I am not sure if it is due to my understanding of the back story or the tone of the narrator. But, this second story was much more of a kids story than the first. I would not say it was a waste of money, the story was OK, but it started to sound like a young kids story. Granted it was written for teens, but I would have expected the second book to be more complex in the telling.

Stranger Things Have Happened Audiobook by Jeff Strand

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jeff Strand) — Fri, 30 Jun 2017 18:32:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Stranger Things Have Happened Author: Jeff Strand Narrator: Kyle McCarley Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 06-30-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Harry Houdini. Penn and Teller. David Copperfield. Marcus Millian the Third. Okay, so Marcus isn't a famous magician. He may not even be a great magician. But his great-grandfather, the once-legendary and long-retired Zachary the Stupendous, insists Marcus has true talent. And when Grandpa Zachary boasts that he and Marcus are working on an illusion that will shock, stun, and astonish, Marcus wishes he could make himself disappear. The problem? Marcus also has stage fright - in spades. It's one thing to perform elaborate card tricks in front of his best friend, Kimberly, but it's an entirely different feat to perform in front of an audience. Then Grandpa Zachary dies in his sleep. To uphold his great-grandfather's honor, the show must go on. It would take a true sorcerer to pull off the trick Marcus has planned. But maybe he's the next best thing. Critic Reviews: "Strand maintains a taut pace with cliff-hanger endings to each chapter, even as he explores larger themes of confidence, perseverance, loyalty, peer pressure, bullying, family relationships, and the role of practice in developing skills." ---School Library Journal Members Reviews: Unfortunately Absurdist This was a novel premise and I was instantly intrigued. Unfortunately, the book focused on absurdist and nonsense humor instead of character or plot development. This book could have benefited from some genuine sincerity and investment in the stage magic premise that made it so appealing. I was left annoyed and very disappointed. I cant really recommend Stranger Things Have Happened because I cant imagine who the audience for it could be.

Embrace: The Shifter, the Magic Map, and the Goblin King Audiobook by Humphrey Quinn

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Humphrey Quinn) — Tue, 25 Jul 2017 02:53:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Embrace: The Shifter, the Magic Map, and the Goblin King Subtitle: A Fated Fantasy Quest Adventure, Book 3 Author: Humphrey Quinn Narrator: Paul Woodson Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 07-25-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: In the land of Eidolon, the Goblin King, magic is strictly forbidden! At least that's what everyone's been told. Regardless, it does not stop Colin Jacoby from breaking the rules and using the Magicante to aid in his search for the silver-haired girl who haunts his dreams. At the same time, his sister and seer, the Firemancer, Meghan Jacoby, is mortified to learn she'll be working alongside Ivan Crane, the one guy she does not want to spend another minute with, when the Gypsy Queen sends them on a dangerous and important quest. Which means a secret mission into the heart of the Goblin Valley. Where danger lurks at every turn, questions and mysteries are piling up faster than they can be answered and solved. Where the quest becomes a race against life and death, not just for themselves, but for everyone in the valley. In trying to complete this task, they may just start a war that cannot be won. Members Reviews: Short on length and characterization The general plot arc is an interesting one. And danger constanntly abounds for the young adventurers, making for tense situations tghat can keep you reading. But the writing in all books didn't give the depth of characterization and description I prefer. And the short length (123 pages) for the curent price ($3.99) is not one I want to encourage. That amounts to about $12 for a "real book" length (350 pages or so). And that's too high, in my opinion, for the quality of the writing. Overall: A fun read, but a bit shallow on characterization and expensive for a Kindle "book". Thanks for the free books! Great series! I so appreciate the opportunity to try an author before buying books. I am fussy with what I like to read and this series is great for me. Another good book in the series The series continues to add some suspense, and twists. Good read. Engaging story, needs some editing I have enjoyed the storyline and character development in this series. However, the books are short, and seem to end pretty abuptly. It would be nice to have fewer books to not break up the plot. There are also a number of mistakes in proof reading. I'm not a grammar nut, but some mistakes were bad enough that they stood out and broke my focus on the story. Enjoyable quick story Enjoyable quick story. Well worth 0.99Â. For some unexpected reason the next books are $3.99 each. I think this is excessive. I would like to read the other stories, but NOT at that price. They are essentially the same length. So I see no reason for the increase in price.

Amanda Lester and the Pink Sugar Conspiracy Audiobook by Paula Berinstein

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Paula Berinstein) — Tue, 27 Sep 2016 13:20:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Amanda Lester and the Pink Sugar Conspiracy Subtitle: Amanda Lester, Detective, Book 1 Author: Paula Berinstein Narrator: Allan Corduner Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 09-27-16 Publisher: The Writing Show Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: A reluctant detective, a criminal mastermind, and sugar? Amanda Lester wouldn't be caught dead going into the family business. Her ancestor, Sherlock Holmes's colleague Inspector G. Lestrade, is a twit. Nevertheless her parents refuse to see his flaws, and she's going to a secret English school for the descendants of famous detectives whether she likes it or not. When Amanda arrives at the dreaded school, she considers running away - until she and her new friends discover blood and weird pink substances in odd places. At first they're not sure whether these oddities mean anything, but when Amanda's father disappears and the cook is found dead with her head in a bag of sugar, they're certain that crimes are taking place. Now Amanda must embrace her destiny and uncover the truth. The only snag is that arch-villain Blixus Moriarty, a descendant of Holmes's nemesis Professor James Moriarty, might be involved, and he doesn't like nosy little girls interfering in his business. Members Reviews: A Great Story and a Great Performance If you could sum up Amanda Lester and the Pink Sugar Conspiracy in three words, what would they be? Middle Grade Adventure What did you like best about this story? Amanda is presented as a typical angst ridden 'Tweener' with attitude and a definite plan for her life. Have you listened to any of Allan Corduners other performances before? How does this one compare? It is SO Allan Corduner - the perfect voice to tell the story of this reluctant detective's adventures. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Yes. It had to do with her friend Nick Muffet, but It would be a spoiler, so I'm not telling! Any additional comments? Young Amanda comes off as a very believable "tween." She's smart and spunky, with just the right touch of teen angst, and will undoubtedly have an appeal to Tween readers everywhere. Sharing the experience with such a gifted reader as Allan Corduner (performer of The Book Thief) is just the icing on the cake! I give it five stars easy! Nancy Drew Meets Harry Potter, with a Holmes spin Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I'd absolutely recommend this book for young readers into Harry Potter or Nancy Drew (since the story has elements of both), and for adults who have a fond nostalgia for Holmes or simply enjoy an engaging mid-grade mystery adventure. I especially recommend the audiobook because of the magical narration by Allan Corduner. What did you like best about this story? In the story, the young Amanda reluctantly enters a clandestine detective school for descendants of famous detectives, at her parents' request. Her ancestor is none other than Inspector Lestrade, of Sherlock Holmes lore. Not only is she embarrassed to be an ancestor of the police inspector that was always overshadowed and outsmarted by Holmes, but she really prefers to follow her passion, filmmaking. Once she enters the school, things begin to change.

Mattie's Girl Audiobook by Celia H. Miles

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Celia H. Miles) — Fri, 05 Feb 2016 08:12:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mattie's Girl Subtitle: An Appalachian Childhood Author: Celia H. Miles Narrator: Renee Brame Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 02-05-16 Publisher: Celia H. Miles Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Left with Aunt Mattie and uncle Sheriff Cade in the North Carolina mountains, nine-year-old June becomes "Mattie's Girl" when Cade is killed at the home of her best friend, PeeDee. In stories deeply rooted in 1940s Appalachia, June chronicles the years between meeting the irrepressible PeeDee and losing her. She struggles to understand her mother's indifference, her father's divided love, her grandmother's sudden death, and her grandfather's being institutionalized. Three years later, PeeDee, riding the rails west, brings a final gift and the truth about Cade's murder. In this world forever gone, June survives and triumphs through the grace of family and friendship. Members Reviews: Mattie's Girl is superbly written and narrated. Would you consider the audio edition of Mattie's Girl to be better than the print version? I love listening to the many characters that Celia Miles has captured and Renee Brame portrays with assurance. What did you like best about this story? The suspense is held right through to the end for a surprise ending. What does Renee Brame bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? I am unfamiliar with southern speech patterns as I am a northerner. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Of course. Any additional comments? The beloved characters are ones I miss as soon as the book is finished. I listened to it twice and want to again.

Dead Embers Audiobook by T.G. Ayer

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (T.G. Ayer) — Mon, 04 Jul 2016 21:52:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dead Embers Subtitle: Valkyrie, Book 2 Author: T.G. Ayer Narrator: Hollie Jackson Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 07-04-16 Publisher: Infinite Ink Books Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Valkyrie-in-training Bryn Halbrook just can't catch a break. With her boyfriend stuck in Hel and the taunting laughter of Loki still ringing in her ears, she struggles to concentrate on her training and duties in Odin's realm. The last thing she expects or wants is more adventure - but then treachery, a shocking abduction, and a chilling discovery send her forth on another perilous, globe-hopping mission. As the ultimate battle, Ragnarok, draws closer, it's a race against time for Bryn, Fenrir and their team to discover who kidnapped her foster brother from the halls of Asgard and what's causing the mysterious deaths of so many of Odin's chosen warriors. In the exciting sequel to Dead Radiance, Bryn encounters dwarfs and dragons, new friends and old foes - but the worst enemy of all may be the person she trusts most. Members Reviews: Dead Embers is a FANTASTIC follow up to Dead Radiance Dead Embers picks up immediately from where Dead Radiance finished, throwing the reader headlong into the emotional and heart wrenching moment that shocked many to the core. Second guessing every decision she has ever made has left Bryn confused and in a tailspin of self doubt - and without her most trusted friend at her side, she struggles to cope as Ragnorak quickly approaches. Warned by the god's to trust no-one, Bryn is yet again thrust into a journey fraught with betrayal, leading her to question not only her own actions but the actions and intentions of all those around her. The depth of emotion with which T.G Ayer writes, is such that I was immediately sucked into her hauntingly beautiful world of Norse mythology yet again. Insanely intense at times, I was kept on the edge of my seat - desperately trying to anticipate the next unnecessary death, the next friend to turn. Darker than book #1 - Dead Embers will have you in knots as you try to unravel all the plot twists and turns. And I knew there would be an ultimate twist, a reason for all the betrayal and deceit, but I was still shocked by the sheer hatred that this well organized and despicable plan entailed... and O.M.G - what an ending - Holy Helheim!! Full of suspense, intrigue, and astounding revelations - Dead Embers is an incredibly emotional, and shockingly additive adventure that will be enjoyed by readers both young and old. Another richly deserved 5 Star read ~<;] Lots of love and action. Ok I have to say that this is going to be a case of this book is my new favorite book. it picked up right after the last ended. Questions from the last book will be answered. And this book will have new questions. There is lots of action and love. It will also keep you reading all night until you have finished reading it. Embers This is an awesome series for Norse mythology. Brin is overwhelmed by all the chaos that seems to follow her and her friends Captured my interest.... This is the second book in the series and Bryn is still struggling with what has happened. Aidan is in Hel still suffering from Loki's poison and Bryn is continuing training to be a Valkyrie. She has her wings but has yet to fly successfully and Fen's idea of on the job training is harrowing to say the least. Another journey awaits her as she must try and save both Aidan and Siri so Bryn is off to the realm of the Dwarfs.

The Captain of the Pole-Star Audiobook by Arthur Conan Doyle

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Arthur Conan Doyle) — Wed, 10 Jun 2015 19:31:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Captain of the Pole-Star Author: Arthur Conan Doyle Narrator: Chandler Craig Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 06-10-15 Publisher: Skylark Publishing Company Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: A phantom haunts The Pole-Star, a whaling ship stranded in the north Atlantic ice, as the ship's captain slips into madness.... Members Reviews: A Mixed Bag -- But Well Worth the Reading The Captain of the Polestar (and other stories) is a collection of 10 short stories which are unrelated to each other. Several of them have a somewhat nautical setting. I like Conan Doyle's high-Victorian writing style very much. However, these stories are a mixed bag; and I cannot justify more than a 3-star overall rating. Several of the stories are interesting, surprising, and very well written. This includes the story after which the book is named, F. Habakuk Jepson's Statement, The Man from Archangel, John Barrington Cowles, and The Parson of Jackman's Gulch. At least one -- A Literary Mosaic -- is a marvel in that something so totally uninteresting was written by the inventor of Sherlock Holmes; and it is even more of a marvel that the story found any publisher. The Parson of Jackman's Gulch is set in the gold fields of Australia and very much reminds me of some of Bret Hart's short stories. As a total collection, this book is well worth reading for any Conan Doyle fan. But don't expect everything in it to be a gem. OK but not Doyle at his best. Be aware OK but not Doyle at his best. Be aware, this is a collection of short stories, some better than others. If you don't expect too much, you'll be OK. Good collection of short stories This Book contains a half-dozen or so short stories, all set in the late 1800s. Half are maritime, the rest cover an array of topics. Held my interest. Beautiful and haunting... I've only read the first story of this collection (the namesake) and it's a beautifully written, first person narrative of love lost and the power of yearning and loss. It left me wanting more! No Sherlocks, but quite good Not what you'd expect from the mind that created Sherlock, but entertaining ne'ertheless. Some a bit mawkish, some a trifle predictable, but a nice collection of short stories that will expand your mind and your vocabulary

Fierce Creatures Audiobook by A.W. Hartoin

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (A.W. Hartoin) — Mon, 10 Nov 2014 17:37:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fierce Creatures Subtitle: Away from Whipplethorn Author: A.W. Hartoin Narrator: Michele Knotz Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 11-10-14 Publisher: A.W. Hartoin Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Another day. Another disaster. After surviving a kidnapping and battling with spriggans, Matilda Whipplethorn finds her life in a suburban human house pretty boring. She's been excluded from school because of her fire-making abilities and her former friends are afraid of her. Salvation comes in the form of a life-threatening illness. Her tutor, Miss Penrose, needs a medication and there's only one place to get it, the spriggans. Matilda heads back to the antique mall to save Miss Penrose even though it just might cost her everything. Members Reviews: An Engaging Narration What made the experience of listening to Fierce Creatures the most enjoyable? How the narrator dove into each individual character full force and filled their shoes magnificently--portrayed with great realism that captured my focus and let my mind drift along with them into this magical tale. Which character as performed by Michele Knotz was your favorite? I personally enjoyed the characters that would say "We're from the Home Depot." It's such a silly ongoing gag and the way Michele delivered it was hysterical! Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? With Michele's narrative, this book had me in stitches. The way she delivers the narrative is so rib tickling that it left me wanting more and more! Any additional comments? A riveting story with compelling characters set in a fantasy world--just my kind of book! An excellent read, and Michele provides some of the best audiobook narration I've heard to date. I wasn't much of an audiobook man until I heard these stories with her remarkable depiction of the characters and telling of the plot unfolding around them. Definitely would listen to more! 5/5 stars all around! :) Fun listen! What made the experience of listening to Fierce Creatures the most enjoyable? The way that the amazing narrator brought each word and character to life. What did you like best about this story? I loved the well-written characters. Which character as performed by Michele Knotz was your favorite? I found myself liking Iris but I have a soft spot for Matilda as well. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? I loved the battle scene, where Matilda was injured but still fighting. She isn't a force to mess with, that's for sure. Any additional comments? This was the first audiobook I've listened to, and my introduction to this series. By the end of my listen, I ended up purchasing the Kindle edition of books 1-3. I very much am looking forward to the next book. Michele is amazing! Great story, awesome voices I greatly enjoyed listening to this story. I loved how everything went from silly fairy problems to a huge adventure and Michelle Knots voices bring it all to life! Can't wait for the next one! A lighthearted listen with an upbeat narrator This story was humorous and surprisingly dark in parts - fans of fairies and fantasy will love this book, and can appeal to a wide range of audiences. Most enjoyable though was Ms. Knotz's energetic narration that is a natural fit with the fast-paced plot. Her vocal versatility among various both male and female characters, old and young, is masterful and consistent, and gives the story more dimension in audio form.

Spring Unleashed Audiobook by Amy Sparling

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Amy Sparling) — Tue, 16 Sep 2014 16:05:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Spring Unleashed Subtitle: Summer Unplugged, Book 4 Author: Amy Sparling Narrator: Cheryl Texiera Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-16-14 Publisher: Amy Sparling Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Bayleigh graduates from high school and with her boyfriend Jace by her side, she feels like life can't get any better. That is until Jace and her mom suggest some plans for Bayleigh's future that she's not too thrilled about. As long as she can win them over to seeing things her way, life will be great again. Or so she thinks. Members Reviews: Get the series! So far this has been a fine read. I would recommend this for either right- before- bed, or on the beach, a quiet afternoon, etc. There are quite a few dynamic features to the story line. A few twists and tunes, and the characters are pretty well developed. There are a few parts that could be edited slightly better, but I do know most authors on here prefer for their readers to help them out in this aspect. It was not hard reading by any means, but it was also not an elementary level book. Be prepared for some love scenes. But honestly, sometimes they do add to the storyline, right? I hope to either purchase more in this series (if there is one) or get the author motivated to write more! Not that this was left with just a cliffhanger or anything, I have just loved how the storyline was developed, and would love to know where this could head into the future. Knowing how the characters have developed, interacted, and have grown leaves me with a lot of hope for more. I always love series/ books where there is a spin- off into a similar setting, but with acquaintances that the characters had, or will have. Overall, this is a great value and I would highly recommend it. It is a great value for the price, and it simply cannot be beat! I will be purchasing more from this author in the future, and look forward to new releases. Finally last book!! Finally!!!! last book. I was expecting a more mature Bayleigh but not same whinny/drama queen/ annoying/ pain in the butt girl. Nothing new there. Jace as always trying to kerp the peace and keep Bayleigh to make something little sush a huge deal. That boy has the patience of a Saint and he will need it if he'll stay with her. They were okay. Each of the books in the series is okay but not anything really special. They were entertaining enough that I read and finished them all but not enough to inspire any strong feelings or make my reread list. I can't really think of anything to praise or complain about. So good!!!!!{slight spoiler alert} This series [yes-this is my review for the whole series] was amazing!! The perfect mixture of everything any teenager wants in a good romance novel. I fell in love with the characters and the cute quotes in these books. The ending to this particular book was great, but would be perfect if it was actually the real ring....[hope that doesn't give to much away....it probably will though...sorry y'all!!!] The reason I gave this series 4 stars is because the books are ridiculously short!!!!! I totally wish each one was longer; I finished all four in under 4 days [call me a nerd]! But then again: our favorite series are usually over before we even know it, right? Ugh This female lead is the worst I have ever read. She is an amazingly spoiled brat. Every "fiasco" she has gotten herself into was remedied by crying and stomping her feet till she got what she wanted. Unbelievable.

The Shadow Elf Audiobook by Terry Spear

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Terry Spear) — Tue, 21 Jan 2014 00:12:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Shadow Elf Author: Terry Spear Narrator: Maria Hunter Welles Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 01-21-14 Publisher: Terry Spear Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Persephonice is given the mission of distracting the shadow elves who are bound to learn what is blocking their water source before they discover a space ship is sitting in the middle of their river. That's how all the trouble begins. Persephonice is an overseer - an observer and recorder of information about inhabitants of civilized worlds. Only she's lost her life mate and cannot be an overseer without one. She's given a second chance if she can prove she's worthy if she can survive an inhospitable planet inhabited by elves and other mythical creatures she's only read about, very little of which is known of them except that they constantly battle amongst themselves and are not civilized enough to safely observe. The shadow elf, Dracolin, a warrior given the task of learning what is blocking their water source, doesn't expect to find the most unusual creature he's ever encountered - a red-haired, green-eyed land-bound mermaid. That's only the beginning. She understands and can speak his language, falls off cliffs without injuring herself, and swims like a mermaid - without the fishtail. Everyone is intrigued with her - except some fear her uniqueness and want to destroy her. That is the problem with observing uncivilized worlds. Members Reviews: Very unexpected :) Star Trek meets the Elves :) My Thoughts - 4 out of 5 Unicorns - I really liked it!!! ***Received a code from the author to listen to and review the audio version of the book The cover is stunning, but it doesnt really scream from space. It seems magical, but nothing grabs my attention. This is another audiobook that I listened to with my son in the car. It was very unexpected. I did not read the blurb before listening to this book. I was expecting something like the World of Fae but with Elves. I was so wrong, but it really worked. It took a while for me to really connect with the characters, but I think it is because it was a new world with unexpected twists. I was initially a little lost, but it did become more clear as you went what was going on. I think this is like Star Trek meets a Fae realm. It is a really cool idea. Im wondering if there will be more of either the Elven World or of the Overseers. I will admit though as of right now Id still want to slap the Overseers, but you will have to read or listen to see why. Persephonice starts out kind of fragile with grief, but she becomes strong, and I really loved her as a character. She encounters so much trouble and overcomes all the stereotypes that she has been filled with out races who are full of passion. Dracolin is a fierce warrior, and he is not sure why he is so drawn to Persephonice. There is lots of adventure and several men who need to be slapped, but it was a very enjoyable story :) I think if this is a series, it will only get better :) Maria is a new narrator for me, and she did take some time getting used to her style. Once you get used to it, she is a very good narrator.

The Wall Audiobook by William Sutcliffe

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (William Sutcliffe) — Sat, 04 Jan 2014 10:26:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wall Subtitle: A Modern Fable Author: William Sutcliffe Narrator: Nicholas Camm Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 01-04-14 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Joshua lives with his mother and step-father in Amarias, an isolated town, where all the houses are brand new. Amarias is surrounded by a high wall, guarded by soldiers, which can only be crossed through a heavily fortified checkpoint. Joshua has been taught that the Wall is the only thing keeping his people safe from a brutal and unforgiving enemy. One day, Joshua stumbles across a tunnel that leads underneath the Wall. The chance to catch a glimpse of life on the other side of The Wall is too tempting to resist. He's heard plenty of stories about the other side, but nothing has prepared him for what he findsSet in a tense reality closely mirroring Israel's West bank, this deeply affecting parable of a boy who undertakes a short journey to another world lingers long after completion. Members Reviews: A Gripping Story What did you like most about The Wall? A view of life through an adolescent's eye What did you like best about this story? I was thoroughly engaged. I found myself laughing out loud and on occasion crying. What does Nicholas Camm bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you had only read the book? He captured the adolescent voice perfectly If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be? belief in essential goodness Any additional comments? I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this book. It will stay with me for some time. My test of good writing is that it engenders emotion and this story does this and more. I couldn't stop listening Very powerful. I was hugely impressed by this well balanced book, aimed at Young Adults, and with a hard hitting message. In my opinion, it managed to show both sides of the Israeli, Palestinian situation, how each fears the other and suffers as a result. (Although it never actually mentions these countries by name). Joshua is a teenager, living in Amarias, with his mother and her new husband. His father died serving in the army, but Joshua never understood who he had been fighting against and his father made a point of never leaving the house in his uniform. Liev, Joshua's step-father, is a very different man, who has strong opinions about the threat posed by 'The Other Side'. When Joshua's football goes over a wall into a building site, he climbs over to retrieve it and stumbles upon a tunnel that stretches beyond the wall into an area that represents The West Bank of Palestine. Of course he can't resist investigating and what he sees and learns from this and subsequent visits, will change him forever. Not only does this book offer teenage readers a look at both sides, but the main character, Joshua, presents a good moral character, trying his very best to do what he feels is right, even when it is frightening, and even dangerous to do so. Unfortunately not all his actions have favourable outcomes and in this respect the story is very realistic. It reminded me very much of The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas, both were highly effective novels. I should mention the excellent narrator, Nicholas Camm, who did an excellent job of reading this novel. Highly recommended to all ages, but particularly effective for teenagers. Heart-wrenching! aWhenm I started reading this, I was a little unsure of where it was going.... It was definetly based aon a real wall, but I could not place it.

Crown of Three Audiobook by J. D. Rinehart

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (J. D. Rinehart) — Tue, 02 Jun 2015 08:09:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Crown of Three Author: J. D. Rinehart Narrator: Kirby Heyborne Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 06-02-15 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Family secrets combine with fantasy in this epic tale of battle, magic, strange creatures, power, and fate - a Game of Thrones for a younger audience. Toronia, a kingdom composed of three realms, is wracked with civil war. King Brutan rules with an iron fist. Cruelty and suffering abound. The kingdom's only hope comes in the form of Brutan's illegitimate triplets, prophesied to kill the king and rule together in peace. But the road to the throne is long and bloody. Separated at birth and scattered throughout the realms, the triplets face a desperate fight to secure their destiny. Will they survive long enough to rule? Members Reviews: Ok At first boring then it gets exciting overall an a great book and hope you will like it too.

Rose of No Man's Land Audiobook by Anne Perry

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Anne Perry) — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 19:36:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rose of No Man's Land Subtitle: A Timepiece Novel, Book 2 Author: Anne Perry Narrator: Julia Barrie Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-13 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Rosie is in trouble at school again, just because she struggles with reading. When she picks up an old watch in an antique shop, it transports her to a World War I Red Cross hospital. As a nurse Rosie listens to the mens stories and meets Edith Cavell - who helps soldiers to escape from the Germans. When Rosie learns of Edith Cavell's arrest, she has to make a tricky decision.

Stampy Cat And Friends: A Novel Based On Stampylongnose ft. Amy Lee Audiobook

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Amplified Publishing) — Wed, 15 Jul 2015 02:13:07 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Stampy Cat And Friends: A Novel Based On Stampylongnose ft. Amy Lee Subtitle: Part 1 Author: Amplified Publishing Narrator: Ryan DeRemer Format: Unabridged Length: 12 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-15 Publisher: Amplified Publishing Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: In a world of adventure, danger, and excitement lives one feline who isn't afraid of anything. He travels all across Minecraft. He creates ingenious inventions. He plays tons of games. But most of all, he is always on an adventure with his friends. His name is Stampy Cat. Stampy Cat and Friends is a brand new Minecraft novel series featuring the one and only Stampy Cat. Throughout the series, Stampy's friends will make guest appearances as they join Stampy on epic adventures and quests. In Part 1 of Stampy Cat and Friends, you will travel under the sea and visit a magical land where mermaids thrived. While there, you will hear the tale of the ocean princess, Amy Lee. Come out of the salty water and meet Stampy and his wacky monkey pal, Paul. An adventure is brewing... Come along for the ride! Please remember that we are not associated with the creators of the game Minecraft. Minecraft /TM & © 2009-2013 Mojang / Notch. We are also not associated with Stampy Cat or Amy Lee. Members Reviews: Trust the reviewers of this book when making your decision I was very surprised by the shortness of this book, and how large the print was. Also, as others mentioned, it is filled with misspelled words and grammatical errors. It is also more expensive than the much better written and longer books by authors like Winter Morgan. The other books I have read my son all have around 18, smaller print, longer chapters in them. For 7.99, We can get many nights of enjoyment, reading a couple chapters a night. All of those books have better story arcs, continuity, and wrap up nicely in the end. We finished Stampy Cat and Friends in under 10 minutes and were left with a cliff hanger. I honestly feel like this is someone trying to capitalize on Minecraft and Stampy fans. This would be fine if the product was of a higher quality and more competitive with the other Minecraft books available. If you saw this book on the shelf in a store, leafed through it, then saw the 9.99 price, you'd likely put it back down. Having subconsciously absorbed countless videos of Stampy via my son and the iPad, I have a good impression of Stampy's character. I did not feel like the limited dialog in the book even accurately portrayed the Stampy character I am familiar with. Again, someone trying to use well know characters from a hugely known game and make a quick buck. I am not trying to bash this author in any way, I just felt obligated to write an honest review. Hopefully the author will consider my feedback and others when producing future products. I will not be purchasing the other books in the "series" (nor anything else from this publisher) and will likely try to come up with my own ending to satisfy my son's curiosity. I am honestly baffled at how this book could have been "published" with the numerous errors contained within it. The only reason I gave this book 2 stars is due to the fact that my 4 year old son, oblivious to the value of money and proper grammar (I corrected the book's grammar as I read it to him), actually did enjoy the story. He did, however, notice that the book was much shorter than the half dozen other Minecraft inspired books we read, and this disappointed him, as well as the cliffhanger ending.

The Dragon's Apprentice Audiobook by Dugald A. Steer

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Dugald A. Steer) — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 16:16:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dragon's Apprentice Subtitle: The Dragonology Chronicles, Volume 3 Author: Dugald A. Steer Narrator: James Clamp Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 07-12-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Daniel and Beatrice Cook, along with their parents and their dragon chick, Torcher, are getting ready to open an orphan dragon sanctuary near Castle Drake in St. Leonards Forest. But then Dr. Drake brings news that several dragon members of the Society of Dragons have been attacked, and it looks to be the work of the Dragonsbane Knights, a secret society of dragon killers that was thought to have been eradicated centuries ago. If Dragonsbane is resurfacing, then no dragons in Britain are safe! When Torcher is kidnapped, Daniel and Beatrice are convinced that Dragonsbane is behind it, and, with the help of the Guardian Dragons apprentice-an adolescent half-European, half-frost dragon named Erasmus-they race to bring Torcher home before its too late. Members Reviews: Five Stars 10 year old grandson loved it Part if a Series One in a series that I started for my granddaughter. So happy to find it. Volume 3 as good as first two I love dragons so I enjoy these books. The characters are really likeable and the stories detailed and fast paced. If there's a 4 I'll read it. Grandchildren loved this book. Grandchildren loved this book, and it was easy for them to read and get involved with the characters and other books in the series. My ten year old son loves My son got one of these books from the library and kept getting more. A few he kept getting over and over again so then he put them on his christmas list. They have kept him reading non-stop.

Blood on My Hands Audiobook by Todd Strasser

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Todd Strasser) — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 05:05:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blood on My Hands Author: Todd Strasser Narrator: Emily Bauer Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 09-28-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Callie is at an October keg party in the woods, when she notices that her friend Katherine has gone missing. The kids spread out to look for her and Callie finds her, lying on a path, with a big, bloody fake knife in her. She reaches for the knife and raises it, only to discover, to her horror, that it is real. At that moment, another of the search party stumbles on them, and takes a photo of Callie holding the bloody knife. Now she is the suspect in a grisly murder. How can she prove her innocence - and find the true murderer? Members Reviews: A Great Suspenseful YA Thriller! Wish You Were Dead was a great suspenseful thriller for Young Adults. I was hooked from the first page and couldn't wait to find out who the kidnapper was. I enjoyed the characters, especially Madison, she never stopped thinking about her friends while others moved on. She was very strong because I would probably be an emotional wreck if three of my friends went missing. After the teens were missing, the book took a turn with a series of shocking events that shook Soundview High. By the way, I really like the name 'Soundview' it has a nice ring to it. Anyways, my favorite part is when I read the dialogue of the kidnapper. It seriously was eerie because it truly captured the creepy persona of a kidnapper. And the big shock of all was the ending, the kidnapper turned out to be a character that I didn't expect. And so, I really liked this face paced thriller and recommend it to you all, I can't wait for the next book! Overall, it wasn't scary, just taught me you should always be nice to everyone, or else one day someone just might hold a vendetta against you. Blood on My Hands. This story grabs the reader from the first sentence and doesn't let go until the last. Because of the subject matter and "adult" themes, I'd recommend this book for Middle school readers and up. OK Book, Probably wont read the next one. This book was interesting from the first page. Then it kind of got slow for a "Thrillogy" and then started to pick up the pace until the ending happened. I don't want to spoil anything for people who are still going to read this book, but honestly, the ending was pure ridiculousness. I felt like from the 2nd chapter Todd was only writing the book because the first chapter was good and he didn't want to let that go. I was really disapointed with this book because I thought this might be up there with Give a Boy a Gun (A great book by Todd Strasser). Amazing This book was gripping from start to finish, I highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys thrillers with very little romance involved. Great book!! Absolutely a book that will keep u on edge with a twist ending..

Sophie's Drama Audiobook by Nancy Rue

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Nancy Rue) — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 20:01:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sophie's Drama Author: Nancy Rue Narrator: Judy Young Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 06-08-11 Publisher: Zondervan Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: The Lead. That's always been Sophie's role when it's time to make a new film. But then the Flakes and Lucky Charms start to make plans without even asking her opinion, and Sophie has to figure out more about who she is - both in the group and in Jesus' eyes. Members Reviews: Five Stars My daughter, who was not a fan of reading, devoured this series from Nancy Rue! Love it We love Sophie books! My 10 year old went through the series very quickly...and she was not a "real reader" prior to finding them!

On My Own Audiobook by Sally Hobart Alexander

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sally Hobart Alexander) — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 06:53:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: On My Own Subtitle: The Journey Continues Author: Sally Hobart Alexander Narrator: Suzanne Toren Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 04-25-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Sally Hobart Alexander continues the story of her journey into blindness in this uplifting tale of a life rebuilt and love renewed. Suzanne Torens perceptive narration perfectly expresses the emotions of Sallys sometimes fun, often arduous, and always interesting journey. Also available is Taking Hold, My Journey Into Blindness, which tells the first half of Sallys story. Members Reviews: This is Sally Hobart's experience of blindness. This book continues Sallys transition from being sighted to becoming blind. She moves on in this book from her training in learning to function as a blind person, to her first apartment after the training, her first job, going back to school, dating, and finally finding a wonderful man to marry. This book is a realistic depiction of being blind, as I can attest because I am also blind. Sally tells her story with humor and shows us all the different views of being blind that she encounters. Suzanne Toren does an excellent job of conveying Sallys feelings and her continued sense of humor about awkward moments. This book ended in about 1973. Id like to know what happened after that so I hope she has written more books.

Shadows in the Twilight Audiobook by Henning Mankell

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Henning Mankell) — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:54:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Shadows in the Twilight Author: Henning Mankell Narrator: Francis Greenslade Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 12-01-08 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Joel thinks nothing is going on in his small town. But he's wrong. One day, a miracle happens to him. He's very nearly run over by a bus, but is miraculously unhurt. Shouldn't he show gratitude somehow? Surely a good deed of some sort is in order. But what? ©2008 Henning Mankell; (P)2008 Bolinda Audio Members Reviews: Have to be a fan This is a fairly good Mankell but unless you are a fan of his style I would skip. It does not have the same strength of character development he uses in the Wollander novels

The Death Collector Audiobook by Justin Richards

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Justin Richards) — Thu, 18 May 2006 07:50:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Death Collector Author: Justin Richards Narrator: Steven Pacey Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 05-18-06 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: What starts as an ordinary pick-pocketing incident in Victorian London unites three teens against a madman. Eddie is the pickpocket; George is an assistant at the British Museum; Elizabeth has a nose for trouble, and all of them are being hunted by Augustus Lorimore. Lorimore is a sinister factory owner, a villain bent on reanimating the dead, both humans and dinosaurs, and one of each is already terrorizing the streets of London. It's up to Eddie, George, and Elizabeth to stop Lorimore's monsters, or die trying. ©2006 Justin Richards; (P)2006 Random House, Inc. Listening Library, an imprint of the Random House Audio Publishing Group

Blue John's Cavern Audiobook by Tracy Barnhart

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Tracy Barnhart) — Wed, 08 Nov 2017 15:47:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blue John's Cavern Subtitle: Time Travel Rocks! Author: Tracy Barnhart Narrator: Caroline Turner Cole Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 11-08-17 Publisher: Giverny Press; Giverny, Inc. Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Time travel rocks! Traveling through caves, jumping through time. Nothing interesting ever happens in Diamond Falls, West Virginia, and that's doubly true for local teenagers Emma and Brody. Little do they know that their neighbor, a famous geologist, is about to show them the wildest time of their lives. When Mr. M's prized rock and mineral collection is destroyed before it can be displayed at the state museum, Emma and Brody jump at the chance to find new samples. The geologist accepts the offer, and promptly sends them back to the year 1775 to help! Back in time and across the pond in Derbyshire, England, Emma and Brody team with a mysterious young girl named Max to recover one of the rarest minerals in the world: Blue John Fluorite. Tapping into courage they never knew they had, the formerly ordinary West Virginians must protect a cave, avoid gun-toting soldiers, and return to the present before they're trapped forever. Blue John's Cavern is the first book in the middle-grade adventure, sci-fi series Crystal Cave Adventures. If you like a little excitement thrown in with your science, then you'll love Tracy Barnhart's fast-paced and compelling debut novel. Members Reviews: Clever combo of adventure and education! A rip-roaring adventure for Emma and Brody as they search to replace a rare mineral for their neighbor after his house is robbed, this book is a great combination of adventure and education, as scientific facts and information is cleverly peppered throughout the tale, so that the audience hardly realizes they're learning along the way. Can't wait for more Crystal Cave Adventures!

Ghostboy, Chameleon & the Duke of Graffiti Audiobook by Olivia Wildenstein

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Olivia Wildenstein) — Mon, 22 Aug 2016 10:38:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ghostboy, Chameleon & the Duke of Graffiti Author: Olivia Wildenstein Narrator: Ryan Bergman Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 08-22-16 Publisher: olivia wildenstein Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Cora Matthews, the principal's gloomy goth daughter, is not exactly popular Duke Meyer's type. Still, Duke finds himself inexplicably drawn to her dark eyes and mysterious manner. She makes it clear she doesn't return his admiration, but when a burst appendix lands Duke in the hospital, he and Cora will be forced to come together by the most unlikely intermediary: her eight-year-old brother, Jaime. Duke learns Jaime has brain cancer and little chance of long-term survival. He admires the kid's plucky positivity and wild imagination and offers to write a story about Jaime's make-believe superheroes. So begins an epic tale - that of Ghostboy, Chameleon and the Duke of Graffiti - and a deep friendship between Duke and Jaime. Despite their outward differences, Cora and Duke bond over their affection for Jaime, but unintended betrayal and Jaime's advancing disease threaten to derail their blossoming romance before it can truly take root. Ghostboy, Chameleon & the Duke of Graffiti is a gorgeous debut novel that will resonate with the thoughtful fans of John Green's blockbuster The Fault in Our Stars. Members Reviews: 4 Stars I alternately read a digital copy and listened (via audible) to this story. I have found that if I'm not crazy about the audio version, it negatively effects my reading experience, as well. Such is the case here. The actual reading and inflections by the single male narrator are fine, but I did not care for the voice changes for the additional characters (ie. females and children.) I'm inclined to say that this would probably have been a 5 star read, but I had a hard time connecting when just listening. There are three main characters in Ghostboy, but it's truly Duke's coming-of-age story. Ghostboy tackles death, grief, teen male/female relationships, and parent/child relationships. Nothing feels too heavy-handed since all of the poignant moments share the spotlight nearly equally. POSSIBLE SPOILER: *Even the idea of death feels less overwhelming when viewed as almost inevitable. Sad? Of course, but not unexpected.* (End possible spoiler) I appreciate the lack of dramatic surprises for entertainment's sake and that more time was invested in character development. Ghostboy was a realistic account of a young man's teen life and the events that help him mature and develop empathy. Since my audio tastes are subjective, I won't deter anyone from also listening to the audio. What I will suggest is listen to an audio sample before you decide, but don't let that in itself stop you from reading this stor. (This is my voluntary and unbiased review of an advanced digital copy and complimentary audio) great engaging story Honestly I never pick up these kinds of book because I read to escape into fantastical worlds. But I won this book and so I read it and I couldn't put it down. Maybe because it was from a teen boys perspective, maybe because the mood was right, but I'm positivley sure it's because the book was good! So good! I was lost the from the beginning. It made me laugh and snort and cry. And I love the friendship in this book. Ms. Olivia captures is so beautifully.

Dead Jed 2 Audiobook by Scott Craven

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Scott Craven) — Fri, 12 Dec 2014 19:39:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dead Jed 2 Subtitle: Dawn of the Jed: The Adventures of a Middle School, Book 2 Author: Scott Craven Narrator: August Ross Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 12-12-14 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: After a tumultuous first semester in seventh grade, Jed Rivers returns triumphant - or so he thinks. After embracing his undeadness to put his archenemy Robbie in his place, the 13-year-old zombie thought he'd have a much easier time surviving the second semester relatively intact. That was before he came across the antizombie propaganda published by the mysterious NZN Network, a group trying to push Hollywood stereotypes as the truth. Through fear-mongering and outright lies, the NZN Network will stop at nothing to get Jed expelled. Jed's attempts to blend in get even more difficult when news spreads that he's created a zombie dog. And it's no rumor. Jed shocks even himself when, after seeing a dog get hit by a car, he brings the dog back to life - or at least to undeadness - when some of his ooze slips into the dog's wounds. The good news is that Jed always wanted a faithful canine companion. The bad news is that the creation of Tread (so called for the mark on his ribcage) unnerves Jed's best friend Luke. Luke abandons Jed, who then learns Luke has been feeding the NZN Network inside information. Determined to unmask those behind NZN, Jed gets his opportunity at the end of the school year during Pine Hollow's annual Science Fair. When the NZN's experiment goes horribly awry, Jed has a chance to show people that being undead isn't always a bad thing. Members Reviews: Great Zombie-filled Children's read! What I Thought Having not read Dead Jed, I didn't know what to expect from this book. I am a huge fan of anything zombie, and I know most kids love things about zombies and monsters, when they've reached 'that age.' That left me rather excited to see what this book was like. Only a few pages in, I found that I was smiling and really enjoying the read. It is written very well for the age it is aimed at. Throughout the story there are problems to solve, friend problems, dog problems and school. All of these things kids can relate to and would likely have a personal story that they feel they can connect with Jed's story...well, except for being a zombie. I can imagine kids laughing at some of the predicaments Jed gets into. The fact that he carries around his on 'repair kit,' all chocked full with essentials like gaffer tape, to fix that arm, especially when it falls off in the bin! This is a fun story, which was written very well for the age group. I can imagine the series being a huge hit, especially with zombies being so popular at the moment. Overall, I am impressed with the writing and the writing style of the author. The book was fast enough paced to keep a child's attention, but still had enough detail to be a read that is interesting, fun and worthwhile. I like Jed. I also like Tread, even if her does cause problems. I pretty sure kids will like them too! Loved it. I loved the first Dead Jed, and so could make the next one even better? A zombie dog. Great humor, plus important lessons on bullying, group think, and what it's like to be a little...different. Plus, did I mention the zombie dog?

The Kingdom by the Sea Audiobook by Robert Westall

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robert Westall) — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 06:34:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Kingdom by the Sea Author: Robert Westall Narrator: Ron Keith Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 03-05-13 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: The air raid siren that pierces the English night sky comes as no surprise to young Harry Baguely. Ever since Hitler began sending his warplanes to raid London, Harry has become an old hand at running to his familys bomb shelter and waiting for the attacks to end. This time, though, Harrys family doesnt make it to the shelter. A war orphan with nowhere to go and only a lonely dog for a friend, Harry decides to make a courageous journey up the English coast. He is looking for a place to call home, a safe place far away from the danger and confusion of the city. But when he finds it, will it be worth the struggle? In Harrys encounters with the frightened civilians and weary soldiers of war-torn England, Robert Westall draws a compelling portrait of the devastating effects of war on children. An ALA Best Book for Young Adults and an American Booksellers Pick of the Lists, The Kingdom by the Sea is both a powerful historical record and a moving tale of one boys adventure. Members Reviews: Brilliant! Would you consider the audio edition of The Kingdom by the Sea to be better than the print version? It's impossible to compare, though the characters are brought to life by the narrator in the audio and the tale really trips along. What did you like best about this story? The strength of Westall's writings was that he was writing from his own experiences as a war child growing up in the North East of England. his narrative is rich, his characters are strong and believable. What does Ron Keith bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you had only read the book? Ron Keith's delivery is superb throughout, having an English Narrator is essential (something lacking in one or two other of Westall's audiobooks available here), more so a narrator that doesn't go overboard with regional accents but gets them spot on. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, and I did. Any additional comments? A truly magical story full of adventure and hope. Sadly a fairly weak ending lets the overall tale down, yet it is still a sadly overlooked work. Westall truly catches the wartime zeitgeist as a backdrop to his gentle piece of fiction. Poingiant Would you consider the audio edition of The Kingdom by the Sea to be better than the print version? Yes. Ron Keith's accent really brought the narration to life plus, he was easy to listen to. Keith's voice was cosy and familiar, like a friendly grandfather. What did you like best about this story? Experience changes us and can change our relationships and that you don't need to travel far from home to encounter new experiences. What does Ron Keith bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you had only read the book? Great accents. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, in fact I listened to a good 4 hours in one sitting. Any additional comments? Watch Westall's 'Joby' on Youtube.

Glow Audiobook by Amy Kathleen Ryan

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Amy Kathleen Ryan) — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 06:43:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Glow Subtitle: Sky Chasers, Book 1 Author: Amy Kathleen Ryan Narrator: Ilyana Kadushin, Matthew Brown Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 09-29-11 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 60 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: If a violent battle destroyed the only world youve ever known, would you be brave enough to save who was left? Would love be strong enough to survive the fight? Either way, theres no turning back. The Empyrean is the only home 15-year-old Waverly has ever known. Part of the first generation to be successfully conceived in deep space, she and her boyfriend, Kieran, will be pioneers of New Earth. Waverly knows she must marry young in order to have children who can carry on the mission, and Kieran, the handsome captain-to-be, has everything Waverly could want in a husband. Everyone is sure hes the best choice. Still, theres a part of Waverly that wants more from life than marriage, and she is secretly intrigued by the shy, darkly brilliant Seth. Suddenly, Waverlys dreams are interrupted by the inconceivable: a violent betrayal by the Empyrean's sister ship, the New Horizon. Its leaders are desperate to populate the new planet first, and will do anything to get what they need: young girls. In one pivotal moment, Waverly and Kieran are separated and then find themselves at the helm of dangerous missions, where every move has potentially devastating consequences, and decisions of the heart may lead to disaster. Pulse-pounding and addictive, Glow begins the most riveting series since The Hunger Games. Members Reviews: Good, different First off, this was much more grim than I was expecting! But then, for some reason I was expecting a sappy teenage love story, and with the space battle and all the desperate fights to save a spaceship and survive captivity, there wasnt time! All in all? This is what happens when space colonists meet the boys from Lord of the Flies and a crazy baby cult. Not a lot of clear thinking, lots of pressure, and plenty of room for disaster. The plot switches between Waverly and Kierans points of view, each with its own narrator both of whom read very well, by the way. Theyre about sixteen, and as the oldest girl and boy on a space voyage that will take nearly a century, they thought their lives were all mapped out. That all changes the day their spaceship unexpectedly catches up to the one that left ahead of them. I really enjoyed hearing the details about life aboard the ships. The gardens and orchards, everyones jobs, what they ate, how day-to-day life went, that sort of thing. As always with sci-fi, I found myself picking out small details that couldnt be true, but thats almost part of the fun for me. Another reviewer mentioned that the adults on this voyage were like lemmings, and there were several times I had to agree! Perhaps life in a small, enclosed community breeds naiveté? Interestingly, while Waverly and Kieran are clearly marked as the main characters, I found Kieran to be much less interesting than the other boys on the ship. Hes too weak and spoiled. But then, this isnt a story about perfect people. In fact, its clear the whole time that human flaws are what drive everything about the storyline! By the end of the book its hard to tell who to trust, up to and including the main characters. For a book marketed towards adolescents there are some seriously adult issues floating around. The rights of the individual vs. the rights of a group, procreative rights, the role of religion in society, morality, organized religion vs. cult behavior And the interesting thing is that the answers arent all spelled out.

Radiant Days Audiobook by Elizabeth Hand

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Elizabeth Hand) — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:11:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Radiant Days Subtitle: A Novel Author: Elizabeth Hand Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 04-12-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: She is a painter. He is a poet. Their art bridges time. It is 1978. Merle is in her first year at the Corcoran School of Art, catapulted from her impoverished Appalachian upbringing into a sophisticated, dissipated art scene. It is also 1870. The teenage poet Arthur Rimbaud is on the verge of breaking through to the images and voice that will make his name. The meshed power of words and art thins the boundaries between the present and the pastand allows these two troubled, brilliant artists to enter each others worlds. Radiant Daysis a peerless follow-up to Elizabeth Hands unforgettable, multiple-starredIllyria. Members Reviews: . this book has now made me a fan of arthur rimbaud. I really loved it :)

The Time Hackers Audiobook by Gary Paulsen

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Gary Paulsen) — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 05:33:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Time Hackers Author: Gary Paulsen Narrator: Nick Podehl Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 06-06-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Ever open your locker and find that some joker has left something really weird inside? Seventh grader Dorso Clayman opens his and finds a dead body. Thirty seconds later, it disappears. Its not the first bizarre thing that has appeared in his locker and then vanished. The ultimate gamesters have decided to make Dorso and his buddy Frank the target of some strange techno-practical jokes. Theyve hacked into the time line, and things from the past keep appearing in the present. Soon, the pranks arent funny anymore - theyre dangerous. Dorso and Frank have got to beat the time hackers at their own game and break the code, before they get lost in the past themselves. Gary Paulsen takes listeners on a wild ride through time in this hilarious adventure. Members Reviews: Great book! My son enjoyed it because he was ... Great book! My son enjoyed it because he was very interested in who was shifting time and why. I also enjoyed it for the same reason. Superb! I think this is the best time travel work of fiction yet! Thanks Pualsen for a great work of science fiction. Five Stars Nice read The Time Hackers: Hardy Boys Sci-Fi Style! Dorso and Frank, normal ten-year-old boys, live in a time when technology has advanced enough to allow anyone to watch historical events as they happen. Sadly, someone is playing practical jokes on the two boys, and they are popping in and out of various time periods, unexpectedly. Their goal is to find out what is going on and who is behind it. This is a sort of Hardy Boy mystery with a cool sci-fi slant that is sure to please any young boy who hungers for adventure! The time hacker Review The main character of the story is Doso and he is with his friend name frank and and they are fighting this gangsters because frank has a laptop that could time travel but he did not know that later on so they were confuse about the gangsters going after them and there are only 4 time travel laptop the gangsters have 3 time traveling laptop and doso and frank have the last one doso think just to give the laptop to the government but frank think that they should stop the gangsters them shelf's then they were fighting the gangsters they were taking them one by one every one of them was hard for doso and frank but they pull it off.

That Eye, the Sky Audiobook by Tim Winton

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Tim Winton) — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 03:03:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: That Eye, the Sky Author: Tim Winton Narrator: Stig Wemyss Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-10 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Ort knows that the sky is watching. He knows what it means to watch. Things are terribly wrong. His father is withering away, his sister is consumed by hatred, his grandmother is all inside herself, and his mother, a flower-child of the 1960s, is brave but helpless. Then a strange man appears at their door.... That Eye, the Sky is about love, about a boy's vision of the world beyond, about the blurry distinctions between the natural and the supernatural. All this, and more, begins at the moment the ute driven by Ort Flack's father ploughs into a roadside tree, throwing the whole world out of kilter. Editorial Reviews: The delicate balance of lyricism and realism found in acclaimed Australian author Tim Wintons coming-of-age story is beautifully encapsulated by Stig Wemyss dignified, emotive performance, which breathes life into 12-year-old Orts journey of self-discovery as he struggles to hold his tenuous family situation together, especially when a fast-talking intruder enters the fray. Will this stranger live up to his bold promises? Or is he merely a snake oil salesman? Think John Steinbeck with a dose of magical realism in this compelling listen. Members Reviews: Four Stars I love the way he writes and I am always left wanting more. Magical Realism & Gritty Reality in the Story of Ort Ort is an unusual boy, with the altered perception of one who has been in a coma. When his father crashes his car and descends into his own coma, Ort's world is turned upside down. Struggling with anxiety about going to high school, his sister's ferocious teenage angst and his mother's odd flirtation with a Bible-bashing stranger who moves into their home, Ort takes solace in his favourite chicken, the forest and God. This is an odd and compelling tale that walks a fine line between fantasy and gritty realism. The characters are memorable and well-written. However, I found the narrative voice inconsistent and occasionally forced to the point that it interfered with the flow of the story. Winton fans will recognise some of the recurring themes in his work: the aftermath of a car accident, family dynamics (which he writes so brilliantly), and the resonance of the Australian landscape. I enjoyed the story and liked the combination of disturbing reality and spiritual hopefulness that sings through the writing. Engrossing I love Tim Winton's writing and I just love this short novel. A struggling family is trying to live the fading dream of an alternative life on a farmlet on the fringe of a city. Disaster strikes and the family members react in different ways. As life falls apart around them, an edgy, mysterious and ambivalent character enters their lives and soon turns them upside down. The son (the narrator) and mother turn to faith, while the daughter heads in the opposite direction. The ending is as ambivalent as the mysterious stranger, but full of hope and symbolism. This is a simple story, but told with Winton's trademark unpretentious but powerful style. The son is a naive yet knowing observer with an unorthodox and numinous spirituality. The dialogue is full of laconic Aussie humour. The mother's and son's fortitude and faith are inspiring, and their brief tangles with conventional religion quite hilarious.

The Last of the High Kings Audiobook by Kate Thompson

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kate Thompson) — Fri, 08 May 2009 00:22:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Last of the High Kings Author: Kate Thompson Narrator: Marcella Riordan Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 05-08-09 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: It is up there that she meets the ghost. He is guarding a pile of rocks known as the beacon, and when some archaeologists arrive to excavate it, they run into the strangest kind of obstruction. But it is not people the ghost fears, and when the real enemy finally reveals itself, the future of the entire human race is threatened. Only Aengus Og and his fairy kin can help now. But why should fairies bother themselves with human affairs? Members Reviews: Truly enjoyed this Not my usual reading fare but the story was interesting if a bit chaotic at times. I am happy to have this in my library and to recommend it to others. Great middle school read I enjoyed the book and the setting in Ireland, also the development of the characters introduced in the 'New policeman'. There was a good plot twist at the end that I did not expect. Wonderful writer, I read the first book because I was curious about what the middle school children found so fascinating and found it a great setting and interesting plot; for myself it was a relaxing and enjoyable read but I also read to evaluate books for my school library. I will be donating my copy. Students have worn out the New policeman and will surely follow suit with the Last of the High Kings. Good series As I wrote in my review of the White Horse Trick, it's an important part of a very good series. Read them all. In order helps. but I read them out of order and they still worked. Book 2 in a highly satisfying Trilogy This second book in a trilogy follows the extremely intriguing The New Policeman. Readers might be disappointed that this sequel is entirely different from the first book, especially since the main character, J.J. Liddy, age 15 in The New Policeman, is now age 40 and has children of his own. Oh, but give it a read for Irish folklore tweaked into a modern day fantasy! New important characters dominate the story: J.J.'s children Donal, Aidan and Jenny, a changeling fairy child. The puka returns, just as mischievous as ever, but much more menacing. Questions are left unanswered: who was the boy whose ghost guarded the beacon, and by what merit did Mikey become the last of the High Kings? Perhaps Irish readers, having grown up among the myths aren't troubled by the story's seeming lack of definitude. No matter; Thompson soars to the head of the class with artistic license. from missprint.wordpress.com The Last of the High Kings (2007) is Kate Thompson's sequel to her wonderful debut novel The New Policeman (2005). Some time has passed since J.J. was last seen visiting Tir na n'Og to discover where all the time was going. In fact, quite a bit of time has passed. J.J. is now grown with a wife and children of his own. At first, this time lapse was a jolt as was the changed tone between this book and its predecessor--there was something inherently Irish-sounding in the narrative of The New Policeman that was lacking in Thompson's new book. At least, I thought it was. Upon re-reading it became apparent that the "Irish-ness" was equally present in both novels. J.J. and his wife Aisling have made a fine home on the Liddy family farm even though J.J.'s music career keeps him too busy for any actual farming. The Liddy children, teen Hazel, eleven-year-old Jenny, nine-year-old Donal, and the destructive two-year-old Aiden also keep their parents busy.

The College Football Championship Audiobook by Matt Doeden

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Matt Doeden) — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 17:15:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The College Football Championship Subtitle: The Fight for the Top Spot Author: Matt Doeden Narrator: Book Buddy Digital Media Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 04-21-17 Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: In 2015, when Ohio State took on the University of Oregon in the first College Football Playoff championship game, millions of sports fans tuned in. But back in 1869, when Rutgers University and Princeton University played the first-ever college football game, no one predicted the national spectacle that a college football championship game would become. Author Matt Doeden takes listeners on a journey from the disorganized games of the early years to the most recent playoffs to determine the best college team in the nation. Along the way, discover some of the most incredible moments, games, blunders, and statistics in the history of college football championships. Members Reviews: Championship games and college football history Ahhh, the most wonderful time of the year--college football season! Starting this week, Saturdays will begin to be dominated by college football, with everyone's eyes, even from week one, on the question, Who will make the four spots in the college football playoff? In The College Football Championship, Matt Doeden covers the history of the college football championship. From the early polls, to the growing number of bowl games, to the BCS, to the playoff, which began with the 2014 season, the question of who is the best team in the land has never, really and truly, been satisfactorily answered. Doeden tells the history of how the champion has been determined, and the many controversies over that determination. He covers memorable championship games and memorable plays in championship games. He describes some of the dynasties that have dominated the game. My big disappointment with the book is that, due to Baylor's losing a game they should have won in West Virginia, plus a few other teams winning a game or two against the odds, Baylor did not get to play in the first college football playoff. (Five major conferences, four places in the playoff. Someone will always be disappointed.) I would have liked the book much better if Baylor would have been on the cover instead of Ohio State! That quibble aside, this is a great resource, gathering some highlights of college football history and whetting my appetite for football season. With lots of pictures and short sections, his target audience is probably elementary and middle school audiences, but football fans of all ages can appreciate looking back at these championship highlights. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the complimentary electronic review copy!

The Great War Audiobook

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Timothée de Fombelle) — Tue, 14 Apr 2015 00:47:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Great War Subtitle: Stories Inspired by Items from the First World War Author: Timothée de Fombelle, Tracy Chevalier, John Boyne, David Almond, Jim Kay - illustrator, Ursula Dubosarsky Narrator: JD Jackson, Nico Evers-Swindell, Gerard Doyle, Richard Halverson Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 04-14-15 Publisher: Candlewick on Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: In a powerful collection, eleven internationally acclaimed fiction writers draw on personal objects to bring the First World War to life for listeners of all ages. A toy soldier. A butter dish. A compass. Mundane objects, perhaps, but to the remarkable authors in this collection, artifacts such as these have inspired stories that go to the heart of the human experience of World War I. Each author was invited to choose an object that had a connection to the war - a writing kit for David Almond, a helmet for Michael Morpurgo - and use it as the inspiration for an original short story. What results is an extraordinary collection, illustrated throughout by the award-winning Jim Kay and featuring photographs of the objects with accounts of their history and the authors' reasons for selecting them. A blend of fiction and real-life events, this unique anthology provides young listeners with a personal window into the Great War and the people affected by it, and serves as an invaluable resource for families and teachers alike. Members Reviews: Definitely thought provoking stories about events that should not be forgotten. I love history and would consider myself to be moderately well informed with the events of World War I. When trying to read or study about events during this time I find myself usually becoming overwhelmed. I cannot help but think about how war was changed forever and about the mass distruction that was available for the first time due to aircraft and other advances. I often wonder what the fathers and grandfathers of the soldiers thought and if they had ever imagined such things possible. It's completely understandable how those living at the time believed nothing like that would ever happen again. In my opinion some of the stories were seemed more particular to that time period Others were quite relevant for today as well. I appreciate the fact that although the stories were told from people of different nationalities and on different sides of the war no particular nation was demonized. For me at least, The stories or not so much about the enemy but about shared human experiences. All the stories were good and thought-provoking, in my opinion a couple were outstanding. That is the reason I gave this a four star rating. The narration was very well done. Some of the narrators we're new to me but Gerard Doyle is among my very favorites. I was glad to see him featured in this book.

Between Us and the Moon Audiobook by Rebecca Maizel

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rebecca Maizel) — Tue, 30 Jun 2015 23:55:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Between Us and the Moon Author: Rebecca Maizel Narrator: Luci Christian Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 06-30-15 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: A luminous YA love story that evokes Judy Blume's Forever for a new generation. Sarah - Bean to her friends and family - is an aspiring astronomer and champion mathlete. She lives behind her beloved telescope, with her head in the stars and her feet planted firmly on the ground. For as long as she can remember, she's also lived in the shadow of her beautiful older sister, Scarlett. But after a traumatic end to the school year, Sarah goes to Cape Cod for the summer with her family, determined to grow up. It's there that she meets gorgeous, older college boy Andrew. He sees her as the girl she wants to be. A girl like Scarlett. He thinks she's older, too - and she doesn't correct him. For Sarah it's a summer of firsts. Before she knows what's happened, one little lie has transformed into something real. And by the end of August, she might have to choose between falling in love and finding herself. Fans of Jenny Han and Stephanie Perkins are destined to fall for this romantic and heartfelt coming-of-age novel about how life and love are impossible to predict. Members Reviews: 5 Stars For the most part I really enjoyed this book Actual Rating: 3.5 Stars For the most part I really enjoyed this book. Sarah's journey to find herself and the struggles she deals with as a sibling, child, and outsider are wonderfully written and explored. However, the one thing that irritated me almost to the point of infuriating, is the fact that she lied about her age to Andrew. I know it is an integral part of the story, but I found that her reasoning for why she never told him was flawed. She justifies it as not being important to who she is and who they are, but really, that age gap at that time in life is a huge deal and I can't imagine she didn't really know that. (I also did not know that the age of consent in MA was 16; I think that should have been stated early on as this is rare. I spent most of the book being furious that she would put Andrew in a position where he could possibly, unknowingly, commit a crime). Sarah thinks logically and often rationalized aspects of her Scarlett Experiment using faulty logic. I like that although she was smart, she still thought like a 16 year old girl trying to find her place in the world. As she works her way through the experiment, she discovers many things about herself and finds her voice when so many teens that age do not. sweet and heartbreaking story This is the first book I've read by Maizel, but I look forward to whatever she writes next. Between Us and the Moon is a beautifully written story about a girl who makes a whole lot of mistakes, and she can't stop making the mistakes until they all catch up with her. I felt bad for Sarah because even though her life was full of people, she was really alone at a time when she was figure out who she wants to be. The one person she feels closest to she'll lose if she tells the truth. The final page of the book left me wanting another chapter! A beautiful coming of age story Bean is me and Sarah is who I aspire to be. First of all this story is beautiful. It will make you laugh as much as make you cry in just a few short pages. I have read this book 3 times already and I can admit that each time it's brought tears to my eyes. Five Stars My 17 year old daughter liked this a lot and read it in one day! Amaizing The author created the most beautiful story i've read in a while.

The Dragon Raft Audiobook by Rory Barnes

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rory Barnes) — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 10:16:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dragon Raft Subtitle: A Young Adult Novel Author: Rory Barnes Narrator: Leonardo Nam Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 02-24-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Wal is a dreamer. He dreams of escaping from his parents by sailing away on a raft. His friend Billy is a bit more practical: he thinks a raft would be great fun for day-trips in the sheltered waters of the local inlet. Together the boys build the raft and sail it. They make visits to an island, they explore the nearby mangrove swamps, they sail among the wild sea birds. One day they save a trapped dolphin. On another day they nearly collide with a millionaire's yacht. But Wal still dreams of escape, and one dark night he sets sail into the teeth of a growing storm. In the wild hours that follow, Wal learns much about his own strengths and weaknesses - and the need to combine his dreams with a clear vision of reality. Members Reviews: I reckin' this is a great book for middle schooler What did you love best about The Dragon Raft? Short and exciting story What did you like best about this story? Expressions! Which character as performed by Leonardo Nam was your favorite? Billy, positive good friend to Walt. Any additional comments? Both moms are teenage moms and Walt's dad is not admirable .... so just be aware.

Unleashed Audiobook by Nancy Holder, Debbie Viguie

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Nancy Holder) — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:20:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unleashed Subtitle: Wolf Spring Chronicles Author: Nancy Holder, Debbie Viguie Narrator: Tara Sands Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 11-22-11 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 66 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Nancy Holder and Debbie Viguie, the New York Times best-selling authors of the Wicked series, have created an entirely new trilogy with the passion of Twilight and the grandeur of Fallen. The Wolf Springs Chronicles introduces readers to a town of secrets and the new girl who's about to start believing in werewolves. Members Reviews: great story Would you consider the audio edition of Unleashed to be better than the print version? no, this book was perfect as an audio book. not too much inner dialog. Who was your favorite character and why? the main character was my favorite, everyone else in the book was too mysterious. Which character as performed by Tara Sands was your favorite? I really liked Trick. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? i liked the attack scene, i really hate weak female leads, so her struggles were perfect. Any additional comments? this series is going to be great, i hope the next book comes out soon! Different If you could sum up Unleashed in three words, what would they be? I'm a pretty big fan of these stories, over all the story line was great. The main character, Kat was a little bit whiny but you can sum it up to her young age. This is not your parents veiw of werewolves. Would you consider the audio edition of Unleashed to be better than the print version? I would think, Yes because the actual reader was a gift to the story. What did you like best about this story? I liked the sound idea of the main characters familiar reaction to the truth of tings such as werewolves and the like. I also liked Trick Which scene was your favorite? when she actually realized that hey, yeah, It's true. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? could be the next town over from yours. Any additional comments? I can't wait for the next book in this series. Its been 2 years and counting. Not as intense as title would have you believe. Would you try another book from Nancy Holder and Debbie Viguie and/or Tara Sands? YES, AND I HAVE WITH THE BUFFY BOOKS AND THE WITCH SERIES. How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable? THERE NEEDED TO BE MORE ACTION AND INTENSITY TO THE STORY...ITS CALLED UNLEASHED, THIS SUGGESTS A FIERCE SAVAGE ANIMALISTIC BREAKING FREE SORT OF STORY LINE. MAYBE IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN TITLED DIFFERENTLY, BUT THE ENDING LEADS YOU TO BELIEVE THEY WILL BE MORE ACTION IN BOOK #2 OF THE SERIES. I WILL GIVE IT A CHANCE AND HOPEFULLY WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED. CHECK OUT THE SERIES " WITCH " If this book were a movie would you go see it? MAYBE IF THEY ADDED MORE INTENSE ACTION SCENES WITH SPECIAL EFFECTS TO REALLY TRY AND SCARE PEOPLE. Very enjoyable start to a new series I really look forward to reading more of this series. I liked Tara Sands as narrator and I found I was very interested in each character and find Im curious as to how they progress in future books. Although, most of the characters are teenaged it is written in a manner that kept this more mature reader involved and following.

Spanking Shakespeare Audiobook by Jake Wizner

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jake Wizner) — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 00:33:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Spanking Shakespeare Author: Jake Wizner Narrator: Mike Chamberlain Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 02-26-08 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: But Shakespeare will have the last laugh. He is chronicling every mortifying detail in his memoir, the writing project each senior at Shakespeare's high-school must complete. And he is doing it brilliantly. And, just maybe, a prize-winning memoir will bring him respect, admiration, and a girlfriend...or at least a prom date. Critic Reviews: "Bold and bawdy....exceptionally funny and smart." (Publishers Weekly)

The Stone Light Audiobook by Kai Meyer

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kai Meyer) — Mon, 12 Feb 2007 20:02:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Stone Light Subtitle: Dark Reflections, Book 2 Author: Kai Meyer Narrator: Toby Longworth Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 02-12-07 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Merle, carrying the mysterious Flowing Queen within her, and Vermithrax, the winged stone lion, are flying into Hell. They are looking for help in freeing Venice from the invading Egyptian pharaoh and his mummy warriors. But some truly nightmarish surprises await them as they travel to the center of Hell and encounter its sinister ruler: Lord Light. Serafin remains in Venice, where the gorgeous sphinx Lalapeya recruits him into a plot to assassinate the pharaoh. But does Lalapeya really believe a small group of boys can outwit the cunning sphinx commanders and kill the most powerful man on earth? Betrayal lurks in unexpected places, and startling revelations occur as Merle and Serafin learn that evil takes many shapes in the astonishing world of Dark Reflections. Critic Reviews: "[A] wild ride of a sequel." (School Library Journal) Members Reviews: a little dissappointing i'm not as keen for this one as i was for the first book. it was a little hard to get through and the plot was somewhat ... lacking in depth? i wouldn't reccommend this for anyone who was afan of the first book. Tedious and frustrating This book is poorly written and a frustrating listen. The story goes nowhere; many characters are dull and pointless. The Flowing Queen is useless. She makes contradictory and enigmatic observations that serve no purpose. Merle is dull and uninteresting. The book suffers from a major case of "Purple Prose" and seems very amature. It could have done with some serious editing! I wish I had a dime for every time a character "realized" something or "could see that? or " saw that bla bla bla? and the following phrases are so over-used it is comical: "Almost seemed to..." "Almost as if" "as if...? or comparisons "...like a..." It was frustrating see how many times they were used and made the story very amature. Here's how the majority of the sentences are set up: " A description or observation is made.... almost as if bla bla bla, but... something contradictory to the first observation.... a comparison- like a bla bla bla." The exchanges between Merle and The flowing queen are frustrating and pointless. You could really edit out the character of the queen because she serves no purpose at all! She seems to know things that could help Merle, but never does. She only offers slight warnings or observations that are useless and poorly written: "I thought that I knew much, but now know that I only know nothing...." (paraphrasing here, but its close) Descriptions are too long, and contradictory. The over use of the phrases I noted make them cliches. The only place the story comes alive is in the dialog of Lord Light. Some cool concepts: Mummy soldiers, the "collector" and The Heart House, but these aren't explored with much depth. The subplot of Saraphim and the renegades is fairly dull despite the action that is supposed to be taking place. First book was promising. This falls flat and goes nowhere fast. Disappointing!

City of Time Audiobook by Eoin McNamee

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Eoin McNamee) — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 23:55:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: City of Time Author: Eoin McNamee Narrator: Kirby Heyborne Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-16-08 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Cati, The Bold Watcher readers met in The Navigator, returns from the shadows of time to summon Owen and Dr. Diamond, for time is literally running out. The moon is coming closer to the earth, causing havoc with weather, tides, and other natural cycles; people fear the world will end. To discover what's gone wrong, Cati, Owen, and the Doctor must take an astonishing journey to the City of Time, where time is bought and sold. There, Owen begins to understand his great responsibility and power as the Navigator. ©2008 Eoin McNamee; ©2008 Listening Library Members Reviews: Very enjoyable Easy listening. I enjoyed it alot and will listen again. Will do this when the kids are much older to enjoy the story lines. City of Time This second book of The Navigator trilogy was perfect for the long plane ride to Hawaii. My daughter and I were thoroughly engaged and the time just flew by. I just bought the last book of the trilogy to listen to on the way home.

This Country of Ours, Part 6 Audiobook by Henrietta Marshall

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Henrietta Marshall) — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 06:42:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: This Country of Ours, Part 6 Author: Henrietta Marshall Narrator: David Thorn, Bobbie Frohman Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 12-12-08 Publisher: Alcazar AudioWorks Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: This series, in seven parts, tells the story of America from the earliest founding through the days of Woodrow Wilson the Great War (World War I). Part 6 continues the series with the stories of the struggle for liberty: 1. The Boston Tea-Party 2. Paul Revere's Ride - The Unsheathing of the Sword 3. The First Thrust-The Battle of Bunker Hill 4. The War in Canada 5. The Birth of a Great Nation 6. The Darkest Hour - Trenton and Princeton 7. Burgoyne's Campaign - Bennington and Oriskany 8. Burgoyne's Campaign - Bemis Heights and Saratoga 9. Brandywine- Germantown - Vally Forge 10. War on the Sea 11. The Battle of Monmouth - The Story of Captain Molly 12. The Story of a Great Crime 13. A Turning Point in the World's History Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall (1867 1941) was a British author, most famous for her works of history for children. For decades, Marshall's books were ubiquitous in schools and home libraries. Much of the popularity of her works stems from her talent for making history read like good storytelling. Members Reviews: Excellent quality writing, get the kindle and hardcopy! We use this as our grade 4 through 6 history spine. I purchased the kindle version last year and the hard copy this year. I like both for different reasons. Obviously the kindle version is highly portable, lol, we use it when we are on the go or traveling/ vacationing. However, for us there is nothing like an actual book and I think my son is happier reading off paper rather than a screen. The writing itself is some of the best quality history literature ever and I would highly recommend this kind of history literature over the textbook style. A Nice Read - Managable Chapters This Yesterday's Classic is an easy way to pick up the history of the U.S.A.. It's not laden with dates and history buff details but there's enough to get the big picture. Me and my homeschooled kids (9 and 10) are engaged. The chapters are not over long either. not complete audio Great book took off one star due to audio content - why just part 1? The rest is not even available on amazon as whisper sync. :( My 8 year old daughter enjoyed this audio book and wanted to hear the rest. Other wise, really entertaining history for children, keeping in mind the time period will not be politically correct. They loved it! We are excited to really dig in ... I have glanced through it and read the first chapter to my boys. They loved it! We are excited to really dig in to it in the fall! Good stories, but no table of contents or index The stories are good, but it is very irritating that my copy of the book lacks chapter divisions, table of contents, and an index. I saw this title at the library and realized it was my copy that was lacking rather than the title itself. (Ours was published by Wilder Publications, LLC) We are using it for part of our homeschool history studies, and it is a real pain to match the stories to the topic we are studying.

The Clique Summer Collection #1 Audiobook by Lisi Harrison

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Lisi Harrison) — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 13:36:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Clique Summer Collection #1 Subtitle: Massie Author: Lisi Harrison Narrator: Cassandra Morris Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 06-15-09 Publisher: Hachette Audio Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Massie gets BE-yoo-tiful.... After Massie Block gets kicked off her high horse and out of her ultra exclusive Westchester riding camp, her parents force her to do the unthinkable -find a summer job. Not one for dog-walking or brat-sitting, Massie comes up with the ah-bvious solution: She'll be a sales rep for the cosmetics brand Be Pretty. Massie fully hearts her new role as fairy gawdmother of makeup - until she discovers transforming LBRs into glam-girls takes more than a swish of her royal purple mascara wand. Members Reviews: A perfect beach read, even for 29-year-olds! When Massie gets kicked out of riding camp for showing some initiative (erm, cheating), her parents take away her Visa card until Massie pays them back every penny for the exclusive summer camp. Even in last season's clothes, Massie rules Southampton style-wise. But can she make that much money without resorting to babysitting or working the SAT counter (sunscreen and towels) at the local beach club ALL SUMMER? You know Massie's not going to settle for anything less than fabulous, and when she finds out about Be Pretty Cosmetics, she thinks she may have found the answer. Will transforming the POTI (pretty-on-the-inside) girls into POTO's (pretty on the outside's) work out the way she hopes? Will Massie's excellent style advice be taken to heart by the LBR's? Or will Massie be without her Visa card for an entire long, horrible summer? Read this and find out! The Summer Jobbie Massie Block is your typical spoiled rich kid. Over the summer she goes to riding camp, and she's entering a competition. She has the best team in the world, The Galwaugh Goddesses. Except for one problem. Fall-a Abdul who simply cannot stay on a horse! So she makes a really smart choice and glues her to the saddle. Soon everybody finds the glue, and Massie gets the hoof! And to top it off, her parents cancelled all of her credit cards,and they won't turn them back on until Massie repays them riding camp tuition! Massie has to do the unthinkable, GET A JOB! Can Massie pay them back, or will the alpha be stuck a slave in Southampton forever? Exactly as Promised! I bought the series (minus this book) for my granddaughter's birthday present. I was worried that I would not be able find the sixth book on time to complete the series, but I found it easily on Amazon as a "used" book. The seller advertised it as being in "like new" condition. I was happily surprised to see that it looked absolutely new and that it matched the other five books perfectly! P.S. My granddaughter loves these books and is sharing them with her girlfriends! One story one alpha one Massie I could not put this down! I loved it! Massies summer "jobby" was a great idea. I think the end is cool, I love the "code purple". This book circles only around Massie. I recommend this for 6th to 8th graders because it's the age of all the girls in the book. I really enjoyed reading this book and you will to! The Clique Summer Collection #1:Massie ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Great as usual (well actually amazingly amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!) The clique summer collection has just got a thousand cheers hooray and a great start to an amazing summer book collection!!!!!Go Lisi Harrison and The Clique Summer Collection! -L

The Anybodies & The Nobodies Audiobook by N. E. Bode

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (N. E. Bode) — Tue, 31 May 2016 04:31:36 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Anybodies & The Nobodies Author: N. E. Bode Narrator: Oliver Platt Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 05-31-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: What if I were to tell you that this is an all-true story, every word? You see, once there was a very real girl named Fern who found out that she'd been swapped at birth. This might disturb some people, but it made Fern happy because she'd never felt at home with her tragically dull parents, the Drudgers. Fern finds out about the mix-up when the Bone (er, her father) and his "son", Howard, show up at Fern's front door. Now both families decide to UNSWAP the kids for the summer, and Fern heads off with the Bone on a wild adventure into a world inhabited by the Miser, a sinister fellow; and the Great Realdo, a true hero, to name just two. This audio promises suspense! Intrigue! Mystery! Fairies fall out of books! Birds turn into dogs! Nuns turn into lampposts! So I have no idea why you're still lingering here.... Start listening!

This Way Home Audiobook by Wes Moore, Shawn Goodman

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Wes Moore) — Tue, 10 Nov 2015 03:27:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: This Way Home Author: Wes Moore, Shawn Goodman Narrator: J. D. Jackson Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 11-10-15 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: One young man searches for a place to call home in this gut-wrenching, honest novel from New York Times best-selling author Wes Moore with Shawn Goodman. Elijah Thomas knows one thing better than anyone around him: basketball. At 17, he's earned the reputation of a top-level player, one who steps onto the court ready for battle, whether it's a neighborhood pickup game or a tournament championship. What Elijah loves most about the game is its predictability: If he and his two best friends play hard and follow the rules, their team will win. And this formula has held true all the way up to the summer before their senior year of high school, when a sinister street gang, Blood Street Nation, wants them to wear the Nation's colors in the next big tournament. The boys gather their courage and take a stand against the gang, but at a terrible cost. Now Elijah must struggle to balance hope and fear, revenge and forgiveness, to save his neighborhood. For help, he turns to the most unlikely of friends: Banks, a gruff ex-military man, and his beautiful and ambitious daughter. Together the three work on a plan to destroy Blood Street and rebuild the community they all call home. This Way Home is a story about reclamation. It's about taking a stand for what matters most and the discovery that, in the end, hope, love, and courage are our most powerful weapons. Critic Reviews: "Moore (Discovering Wes Moore) and Goodman (Kindness for Weakness) present difficult circumstances in an even-handed manner, while messages about friendship, hard work, and the importance of having - and following - a dream are an organic part of the story, delivered without preaching." (Publisher's Weekly) "A taut, haunting tragedy." (Kirkus) Members Reviews: Five Stars All did Appealing to teens in similar environments. Seventeen year old Elijah Thomas lives for basketball, but dreams that someday he'll be playing and look up to find his long absent father watching with approval. Thus far that hasn't happened, but he, along with best friends Michael and Dylan mesh well together on the court and have reached a level where they're going to try winning the $3,000 prize in the summer tournament. Most everyone else is bigger and older, but Elijah is their secret weapon. When Michael gets them expensive new shoes and specially designed jerseys with the local gang's logo, Elijah's bothered by what's likely involved in expected payment. So is his mom who talks him into not wearing the new items for the final tournament game. In the meantime, Mom also got him a job doing chores for Banks a crotchety middle aged army veteran whose daughter, Kerri, is extremely pretty and smart. The two of them click, even though she keeps telling him that their meetings are not a date. When retaliation comes, Elijah is angry, his mother terrified, while Banks and Kerri are willing to help. How this plays out makes for a decent read. This is a book that will appeal more to urban and inner city kids, but the plot is strong enough to hold the attention of teens liking a story with suspense and interesting characters. I enjoyed this book - read it in one sitting I enjoyed this book - read it in one sitting. I loved the basketball scenes - it made me want to go shoot hoops. I really liked the banter between the three friends.

The Whisper Audiobook by Aaron Starmer

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Aaron Starmer) — Tue, 24 Mar 2015 16:25:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Whisper Author: Aaron Starmer Narrator: Graham Halstead Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 03-24-15 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Twelve-year-old Alistair Cleary has washed up on shore. But where? It seems to be Aquavania, the magical realm where children create entire worlds from their imaginations. There's something wrong, though. The creators have disappeared, and the worlds are falling apart. All Alistair wants is to find his friend, Fiona Loomis, and go home. Easier said than done. Animals made of starlight, a megalomaniacal boy king, and astronauts who peddle riddles are hard enough to outwit, but they're only the beginning. To find Fiona, Alistair must travel from world to world. He must confront the mistakes of his past. And he must face countless monsters, including the soul-stealing stalker that some people call the Riverman, the merciless but misunderstood servant of Aquavania who refers to himself as the Whisper. Members Reviews: Excellent. Highly recommended! Some of the most interesting writing for this age group ever! My 12 year old son and I loved it and look forward to the last installment. My son and I finished this book last night, and I can't recommend it highly enough. For a middle grade book, this one, and its predecessor, The Riverman, both deal with pretty dark topics in a complex and imaginative way. I'd recommend this series any Junior High English teachers who have creative thinkers in their class and would like to foster an interesting discussion. Heck, High School readers would benefit from the series too, I think. "You're It..." This might be the most difficult book review I've ever written, as I don't really know how to describe "The Whisper". First of all, it's imperative that you first read Aaron Starmer'sThe Riverman, which is the first book in this trilogy and sets up the storyline of "The Whisper". Without it, you're missing a huge chunk of backstory and motivation. To summarize it briefly, Alistair Cleary is searching for his friend Fiona Loomis. The police and her parents believe she's either runaway or been kidnapped, but Alistair knows better: she's gone to the place known as Aquavania, a magical reality where children can create entire worlds from their imagination. They're practically gods there, but one of them â the Riverman â has found a way to use his power against them, and now children are disappearing all over the globe. Alistair (who knows the true identity of the Riverman) takes it upon himself to enter Aquavania and find Fiona. But nothing could prepare him for the strangeness and danger of the worlds that have been built and abandoned by the children who entered before him. In an adventure that can only (tentatively) be described as a mix betweenAlice Adventures in Wonderlandand an especially timey-wimey episode ofDoctor Who, Alistair braves monsters, mysteries, parallel worlds and paradigms shifts, constantly struggling to separate the trustworthy from the deceptive and the familiar from the bizarre. It's uncomfortable and unsettling at times, and at some point I'm going to have to re-read the whole trilogy just to get a clearer sense of what's actually going on. There are seemingly inconsequential details that end up holding considerable significance, and themes of friendship, reality, perception and storytelling that deserve to be pondered.

Sizzle Audiobook by Lee McClain

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Lee McClain) — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 17:10:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sizzle Subtitle: A Novel Author: Lee McClain Narrator: Laura Hamilton Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 11-27-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Linda Delgado has the best nose in all of Arizona - for cooking, that is. She may be only 14, but Linda loves making fresh Mexican food with her aunt Elba and blogging about food with her best friend, Julia. But after Aunt Elba suffers a ministroke, Linda is catapulted across the country and into a whole new life. In Pittsburgh, living with bossy Aunt Pat and her seven kids, Linda feels completely out of place. Aunt Pat wants Lindas help with Angel, a young foster child in the family who speaks only Spanish, but he seems impossible. And Lindas cousin Chloe treats her like a total intruder. Worst of all, Aunt Pat is a local celebrity with her own TV show, Cooking from Cans - and she wont let Linda in the kitchen. Linda might go loco if she doesnt get some fresh food - like now. Finally Linda gets her chance to sizzle - with a cooking project at school. Its an added bonus that cute-guy-with-a-secret Dino Moretti (who even smells delicious) is in her group. But when jealous Chloe joins the group, Lindas new life heats up fast. In the end, its up to Linda to decide what kind of cook - and person - she truly wants to be. Members Reviews: predictable story and annoying narration this was a decent enough book and fairly entertaining. the story was fairly predictable though and I found the author's voice to be a little Annoying especially for hours of listening. this is more of a young adult book rather than an adult novel. still not a bad way to pass five or six hours of time.

Changeling Audiobook by Philippa Gregory

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Philippa Gregory) — Thu, 24 May 2012 08:59:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Changeling Subtitle: Order of Darkness, Book 1 Author: Philippa Gregory Narrator: Charlie Cox Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 05-24-12 Publisher: Simon & Schuster UK Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: The year is 1492. Sixteen-year-old Titus Devere is thrown out of his religious order after proving that a divine revelation (blood streaming from a religious icon) was a fake, using his knowledge of Moorish science. He is brilliant and gorgeous but, cast as a heretic, he is sent to the Vatican in Rome where he expects to be punished or executed. Instead he is recruited into a secret order investigating strange occurrences across Europe. Known as The Order of the Dragon, it is headed up by a mysterious man with a tattoo of a coiled dragon eating its own tail on his arm. Titus is sent to investigate an abbess who has been accused of witchcraft, alongside her slave and Moorish half-sister, Ishrak. The abbess, Ygraine, is actually a fifteen-year-old girl who has been shut up in a nunnery by her brother after her father's death, to ensure that she cannot inherit any of the family estate. Ygraine is a reluctant nun and manages to escape the abbey with Ishrak, though no one can work out how they did it. Titus is intrigued - could they really be using witchcraft? He follows their route and ends up linking up with them on their travels. Titus and Ygraine find themselves attracted to one another, despite the conventions of the time. They travel across France, Switzerland, and over the Alps into Romania. En route they encounter alchemists, poisoners, inquisitors, purported witches, and more - ending up at the castle of real-life historical figure VladDracul (meaning Dragon in Latin). Members Reviews: Where is book 2 What did you love best about Changeling? It held my interest from start to finish. Well written. What was one of the most memorable moments of Changeling? The girl screaming in the middle of the night with the punctured hands What about Charlie Coxs performance did you like? Great accents for all characters If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be? A story of faith and goodness Changeling: Order of Darkness, Book 1 I really enjoyed listening to this story, it is different to Philippa's usual writing but I loved it. Charlie Cox does a brilliant job narrating, I hope he narrates more stories as he is so easy to listen to and you lose yourself in each character. Well written Philippa and well read Charlie, 5 stars. Overall excellent,leaving me wanting to hear more. I am recovering from stroke in the weeks after a skiing holiday and completing walking Camino Porto to Santiago. Coping with very limited walking,pain and sleeping difficulties t his book has been one of the best to help me thrum this recovery period. Changeling A different novel from Phillippa. I found it interesting. A light listern with good narration Remarkable storytellying I barely have words enough to describe how much I love this book and how disappointed I am to find that Book 2 is not on Audible. A lamentable error. Philippa Gregory at her storytelling best with a brilliant orator, Charlie Cox, who brought each character alive. Don't tell me I'm actually going to have to READ book 2!

The Paladin Prophecy: Book 1 Audiobook by Mark Frost

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mark Frost) — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 18:19:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Paladin Prophecy: Book 1 Author: Mark Frost Narrator: Joe Jameson Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 10-04-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Will West is careful to live life under the radar. At his parents' insistence, he's made sure to get mediocre grades and to stay in the middle of the pack on his cross-country team. Then Will slips up, accidentally scoring off the charts on a nationwide exam, and he is recruited by an exclusive and mysterious prep school - the best school no one's ever heard of, with technology the likes of which no one's ever seen. At the same time, coincidentally - or not so - Will realizes he's being followed by men in dark hats, driving black sedans who pose a terrifying threat to his family. What follows is a series of events and revelations that places Will smack in the middle of a millennia old struggle between titanic forces.... Members Reviews: This is an outstanding baseball story If you don't know baseball, don't bother with this book. If you do know baseball, GAME SIX is quite a good read. (1) It is written with an easy-to-read journalistic flair. No doctoral dissertation here. If you can read a newspaper you can read this. (2) Extras include two portfolios of black-and-white photo plates, at least in the hardcover. You might get photo prints in the paperback. (3) The appendix includes a box score for game six, final scoreboards for all seven games, player statistics for the series, and a few player statistics for the 1975 season. The narration is expertly constructed. It begins with an anecdote of Manager Sparky Anderson from his boyhood. Soon enough the story eases into game six of the 1975 World Series. Anecdotes and biographical information about the players, the managers and coaches, media broadcasters, and baseball in general are smoothly inserted. Game six itself gets most of the attention, at great depth. Every at bat and play are described. After the end of game six, an entire chapter is devoted to game seven. So you will learn how the series ends. The lengthy "Afterward" is not as arousing as what precedes it. It might have been edited out, but I found the post-1975 baseball history informative. My only complaints about the book are minor. Though details about Bruce Springsteen and Saturday Night Live provide cultural milieu, they bored me. Fortunately that was only a couple of pages. Also, Mark Frost was--here and there--exaggerative. This player was the greatest ever, that event was the greatest thing in history, and so on. In regard to physical sensation, the book cannot compare to actually attending the game. Intellectually, however, the book is better than being there. A little better editing and better flow and this book could have ... The upside of Frost's Game Six is a detailed account of all the leading characters of the Cincinnati Reds and the Boston Red Sox during their classic 1975 Series. The downside is the style of a running commentary pitch by pitch accompanied by rabbit trails. I was a Reds' fan passionately rooting for them to win Game Six in real time. With this book, I was rooting for Fisk to hit the home run so the story could move on. A little better editing and better flow and this book could have matched the brilliance of the game it chronicled. The Greatest Game GAME SIX is a well written, exhilarating ride through one of the greatest games in baseball history--Game Six of the 1975 World Series between the Boston Red Sox and the Cincinnati Reds.

Final Touch Audiobook by Brandilyn Collins, Amberly Collins

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Brandilyn Collins) — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 08:28:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Final Touch Author: Brandilyn Collins, Amberly Collins Narrator: Tavia Gilbert Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 02-14-12 Publisher: Zondervan Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: The day Shaley OConner has dreamed of all her life is shattered by a nightmare. On a lavish estate in California guarded from the media, Shaleys mom, rock star Rayne OConnor, is marrying her teen sweetheart and Shaleys father, Gary Donovon. Its a dream come true for Shaley, who has always longed for the father she never knew.But minutes before the wedding, Shaley is kidnapped. Who is this man who has taken herand why? As Rayne and Gary race against time to find their daughter, Shaleys abductor eludes the FBI at every turn. Fearing for her life, Shaley wills herself to stay strong. But as the days pass, she realizes that no one can save her but herself. Members Reviews: Third Time's The Charm! Book one was hard to read. It didn't grip me, hard to keep the pages turning. Book two was much better, but still not great. I'm not even sure why I finished book one let alone moving on to book two except that I'm stubborn that way. Once I start something, I rarely quit. I'm not saying these book were horrible. DEFINITELY NOT!! Just not on par with Collins' other books. Having said that, book three, Final Touch, was really good. It's hard to know what I would do in Shaley's position because something like that has never happened to me. Sometimes I thought, "That was a stupid move, Shaley!" But I'd have to think that if probably not keep it together nearly as well as Shaley did! This book did keep me on my toes somewhat, enough to keep the pages turning. It's still not on par with Collins' other books, however. I do have to say that I think that's because it's co-authored. That brought the skill level of the book down several notches, although by book three, it was much better than book one. I do not wish to shine a negative light on the co-author. I think she has tremendous talent that will get better every time she writes. Overall, this series was ok. I'd recommend it, but caution the readers that book one isn't nearly as good as book two and three, and to allow leeway for the fact that this is a co-authored series and thus not to compare it with Brandilyn Collins' other book like I did. My mindset would have been much better going into this series had I realized that one fact. Excellent Book did not disappoint! Knew from beginning something big would happen to delay wedding. I was unable to put book down, read cover to cover today. Felt all the emotions, great suspense! I've read all her books and want more Tremendous Mother-Daughter Writing Team! This set of 3 books is one any age will thoroughly enjoy, I believe. I know a close friend and I were captivated by Brandilyn and Amberly Collins' co-authored books --- even though we are more in the baby boomer age group. It was fun reading, yet very suspenseful and well-written. Vivid images and events - of course the great quality of writing, too - to keep you there to the end of these 3 books. I strongly recommend FINAL TOUCH, as well as the other two to complete THE RAYNE TOUR. ~ Jaylene Shrader Touching but very lovely! Touching but very lovely! Thank you to the author One of Brandilyn Collins best. If you like mystery you have to read ... One of Brandilyn Collins best. If you like mystery you have to read this one.

Crossing Jordan Audiobook by Adrian Fogelin

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Adrian Fogelin) — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 07:33:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Crossing Jordan Author: Adrian Fogelin Narrator: Adrian Fogelin Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 09-18-09 Publisher: Full Cast Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: This wise and touching novel has become a classroom favorite. Critic Reviews: "Fogelin creates Cass and Jemmie as complex characters with the same differences of approach and personality that mark the interactions of other best friends, whatever their skin color. Cass' straightforward voice never falters, even when she questions her father's beliefs and her own decisions. Readers will appreciate the honesty of Fogelin's approach and applaud the two girls in their fast friendship." (The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books) "In this sensitive portrait of black-white relations in a changing neighborhood, Fogelin offers a tactful, evenhanded look at prejudice." (USA Today) Members Reviews: A good novel, but not a great novel Crossing Jordan by Adrian Fogelin has some very good characteristics. The friendship between the two middle-school girls evolves nicely, and the background figures of an male friend of Cassie's, the dead neighbor (who is a significant presence), and the Jemmie's grandmother, are nice touches. However, the book lacks a stronger focus, eluding the difficult situation of mutual familial prejudice it builds up. Running is used in the beginning to create the friendship, but it falls off as the focus of the girls' interest in favor of reading Jane Eyre. Summarizing and quoting from Jane Eyre fills the later chapters of the book. While the book was a thread from the beginning, it overwhelms the book by the end, not to mention spoiling all the best parts for readers you were probably going to encounter it later in their education. That is no favor to either Jane Eyre or to the narrative Fogelin lets it usurp -- her own. So many little bits are not tightly bound with the rest of the book. Why the beehive hair style and consequent buzz cut for Cassie? It moves the plot and the characters no where. The story seems to have too many balls in the air, from prejudice to civil rights history to Jane Eyre to sibling conflict. Tightening in would have served the novel better, but the feeling is that with so much in the air, so much she wanted to discuss, she loses track of these points and lets all the pretty, spinning balls fall to the ground. Not a bad book, but not as good as it ought to have been.

In the Service of Dragons III Audiobook by Robert Stanek

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robert Stanek) — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 05:33:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: In the Service of Dragons III Author: Robert Stanek Narrator: Karl Fehr Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 07-05-07 Publisher: RP Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Darkness came to mark the end of the age of the titans as surely as there was ever light at the beginning. During this time of darkness, known as the Great Purge, it was the greatest of all titans, Ky'el, who gave men, elves, and dwarves their freedom. By the end of the purge, the only known gate to Over-Earth was sealed for all time, ushering in a new beginning. A new age. An age of men, elves, and dwarves. After countless wars waged against themselves, each other, and the other races, men, elves, and dwarves settled into an uneasy pace within their divided lands. In time, like the titans before them, dwarves became folk of myth and legend, leaving only absence like a darkness where once there had been a great presence and a light. The age of men and elves had arrived, its arrival marked by the coming of the great war. Some would call this war Dnyarr's war after the 11th king who started it. Others would call it the War of the Thousand Year Siege. Those who fought and died would call it the War of Ten Million Tears. Victory for men above all others brought little joy even though it ushered in a new age. The age of men. There are some who fear this age to be Ruin Mist's last. For if men succumb to darkness, there will be no beginning, and darkness will surely rule forever. It is in this time at the twilight of the age of men that those long lost have returned to thwart the darkness. They are the fallen sons of ages past and present. They are the keepers, the watchers, and the guardians. They are those who hold the key to Ruin Mist's future. Get ready to enter In the Service of Dragons, Book Three. Members Reviews: Simple Suberb Fantasy! This is the third book of the series In the Service of Dragons, which is a sequel series to The Kingdom's and the Elves of the Reaches. So if you're new to Stanek's writing, I would start with The Kingdom's and the Elves of the Reaches book I. The story itself is amazing, and the voice artist does a great job in telling the tale. The series starts to get especially interesting in this third book. A deep, detailed, and interesting story, and one that's great to listen to, In the Service of Dragons is a great audiobook for those who have read or listened to the previous titles in the series. Worth every penny What an incredible story this is! It's filled with lush detail and such an interesting plot and complex characters that the final chapter leaves any reader hungry for the next book. It's a great epic fantasy story of Vilmos a young mage, Adrina a princess of a dying land, and the elf Seth. The book is superbly written, with rich English language. The well-described characters, rich world and vivid descriptions are incredible. Mr. Stanek is definately going to be one of the greats, right along with Tolkien, Rowling, Carroll, Alexander, Lewis, and Dahl. I can't wait to see where he'll go when he's finished this. Buy it for yourself then for your family, then your friends, then the people you meet on the street. Best in the World These are some of the greatest novels I have ever read. The storylines are so intricate and you find out that everything he says has a purpose and everyone seems to be related to one another.

How to Write Really Badly Audiobook by Anne Fine

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Anne Fine) — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 12:31:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How to Write Really Badly Author: Anne Fine Narrator: Richard Mitchley Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 09-26-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Chester refuses to believe that Joe has learning difficulties and persuades him to change his project from how to write neatly to how to write badly. Members Reviews: Laugh out loud funny A review by a 9 year old boy: This is a book about a boy who is the new student in an odd school in England, where everyone is always nice. The boy, Chester, helps another boy, Joe, make a "How to ..." book for a class project. In doing so, he finds a way to make his sarcasm work for a good end, helping Joe and finding a place for himself. I really liked how funny the book was and the examples of Joe's really bad writing. I wish the book was longer and had more detail.

Indigara Audiobook by Tanith Lee

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Tanith Lee) — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 03:42:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Indigara Author: Tanith Lee Narrator: Amy Palant Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 04-21-08 Publisher: Penguin Group USA and Audible Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Even while girl and dog try to survive the dangers and terrors below, their Indigaran mirror images have replaced them, and are running amok in the real world above. Critic Reviews: "Tanith Lee has given us a map to the outer limits of imagination." (The Washington Post) Members Reviews: Indigara This was slightly dissapointing, as I expect more from Tanith Lee. The premise, a sci fi/fantasy switching between a futuristic Hollywood and a movie script world, was cute, but not enough to keep me particularly gripped, even for the 3 hours or so that it ran. Fun SF Short and funny and a little bit silly, over all a good story with a young female lead. Very good production.

Accidental Superstar Audiobook by Marianne Levy

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Marianne Levy) — Thu, 12 May 2016 00:59:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Accidental Superstar Author: Marianne Levy Narrator: Marianne Levy Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 05-12-16 Publisher: Jammer Audio Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Katie Cox is used to going unnoticed by her mum, her dad, even her best friend. But when a video of her singing in her bedroom goes viral, she becomes a superstar overnight. As the views skyrocket and a recording contract beckons, the real world starts to feel very far away. And now Katie's riding high on her newfound fame. But the higher she goes, the further there is to fall....

Eden West Audiobook by Pete Hautman

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Pete Hautman) — Tue, 14 Apr 2015 01:56:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Eden West Author: Pete Hautman Narrator: Todd Haberkorn Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 04-14-15 Publisher: Candlewick on Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Tackling faith, doubt, and transformation, National Book Award winner Pete Hautman explores a boy's unraveling allegiance to an insular cult. A world within a world... Seven square miles of paradise, surrounded by an eight-foot chain-link fence: this is Nodd, the land of the Grace. It is all seventeen-year-old Jacob knows. Beyond the fence lies the World, a wicked, terrible place, doomed to destruction. When the Archangel Zerachiel descends from Heaven, only the Grace will be spared the horrors of the apocalypse. But something is rotten in paradise. A wolf invades Nodd, slaughtering the Grace's sheep. A new boy arrives from outside, and his scorn and disdain threaten to tarnish Jacob's contentment. Then, while patrolling the borders of Nodd, Jacob meets Lynna, a girl from the adjoining ranch, who tempts him to sample the forbidden Worldly pleasures that lie beyond the fence. Jacob's faith, his devotion, and his grip on reality are tested as his feelings for Lynna blossom into something greater, and the End Days grow ever closer. Eden West is the story of two worlds, two hearts, the power of faith, and the resilience of the human spirit. Members Reviews: The Freaky Lure of the Cult as told as only Pete Hautman can tell it Eden West by Pete Hautman tells the story of Jacob who is living in a Montana cult named Nodd, 100 miles from Yellowstone. He was taken there by his parents as a 5-year old when they joined up with Father Grace. The compound is self-sufficient and is housed behind 13 miles of chain-link fence topped with razor wire. At the start of the novel Jacob is 17 awaiting his chance to petition a wife next year. To his horror the girl who has stolen his heart is named the 4th wife of Father Grace, specially chosen to bear him a healthy son. His current son, unfortunately, was caught in the women's bathing room and it was decided to exorcise him of his ignoble behaviors. After the procedure he has scars near his eyes and it is rumored that there were other procedures done in his breeches; he is left void of desires and emotions. One can only assume lobotomy and castration. Father Grace also feels it is permissible to punish the young men and women for sins they've not yet committed. Corporal punishment is common along with a trip to the prayer pit. In this secluded environment Jacob has a chance encounter while patrolling the perimeter with a worldly girl ,Lynna, who lives on the neighboring ranch. He develops carnal feelings for her describing what is happening as "the beast attacking him through his groin". About this same time a new inductee, a young boy named Tobias, is thrust on Jacob to mentor on the ways of Nodd. Tobias is disobedient and headstrong. He tells the nave Jacob of the world outside the fence; the internet, movies, cars and video games. Jacob, up to this time has been awaiting the Apocalypse and the angel Zerachiel who will descend from heaven and save the cult. Now he has conflicts, doubts and questions the faith he's been steeped in for so long. He's pulled one way by being assured that the end days are close but is looking at the girl who calls him "cult boy" and is being led by his heart in the other direction. This book is very well written and thought out. You can't dismiss the similarities to the Branch Davidians or the Heaven's Gate Cult.

Waistcoats and Weaponry Audiobook by Gail Carriger

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Gail Carriger) — Tue, 04 Nov 2014 15:51:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Waistcoats and Weaponry Subtitle: Finishing School, Book 3 Author: Gail Carriger Narrator: Moira Quirk Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 11-04-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio UK Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Sophronia continues her second year at finishing school in style - with a steel-bladed fan secreted in the folds of her ball gown, of course. Such a fashionable choice of weapon comes in handy when Sophronia, her best friend Dimity, sweet sootie Soap, and the charming Lord Felix Mersey stowaway on a train to return their classmate Sidheag to her werewolf pack in Scotland. Because no one would have suspected what - and who - they would find aboard the suspiciously empty train. Sophronia uncovers a plot that threatens to dissolve all of London into chaos and must decide where her loyalties lie once and for all. Critic Reviews: "Absolutely charming, comical, and full of whimsy. I wish I could attend a school as fun as this finishing academy, with its host of endearing, headstrong characters. It is the perfect steampunk version of Harry Potter." (Marie Lu, author of the Legend trilogy) "If spunky Lady Sybil from Downton Abbey happened onto a steampunk set, she might look a lot like Sophronia Angelina Temminnick." (ShelfAwareness) "This witty, light-hearted series is not to be missed." (Booklist) Members Reviews: Cue Love Triangle Volume As much as I loved the two previous books in this series, I was admittedly let down by Waistcoats and Weaponry. The plot was pretty much as follows: "Oh Soap!" "Oh Felix!" "Oh Soap!" "Oh, a train." "Oh Soap!" "Oh Felix." Yes, it was nearly all love triangle and Sophronia worrying over her attraction to Soap until Felix came into the picture and then it was distraction by how handsome Felix is and all. Story: Sidhe's absence has Sophronia worried greatly. Something is going on with the werewolves. Meanwhile, visits to Soap are creating conflicts in Sophronia - she realizes she is attracted to him and it is clear that he is attracted to her, too. But then, Felix shows his handsome face and she becomes even more confused. Cue a ball at her house in which both Felix and Soap will appear. She'll use the night to figure out her own feelings - and stumble upon a conspiracy accidentally while trying to escape the ball. I honestly kept waiting for the main mystery of the device to come back into the plot - which it doesn't until nearly the end of the book. And not through Sophronia's intelligence, either. She stumbles upon a part of the conspiracy accidentally (and unrealistically). The flights of fancy in this volume were great and honestly starting to veer too far into the 'coincidence too many' side of things. I looked forward to Sophronia figuring things out and getting things done; none of which really happened here. She was pretty much a love sick moon calf and nothing else really mattered. Sadly, the romance is really Carriger's weakness and it shows yet again in this series. There is a very unsurprising twist at the end; really, the only way to resolve the love triangle satisfactorily. I will, of course, keep reading and hope a return to the form of the first books. I listened to the audible version and the narrator is so good - I never want to hear this book any other way. Brilliant I could not stop listening. Marvellous as always. Would absolutely recommend this book to anyone. Delightful series I have really enjoyed this series. It is quirky and fun.

White As Snow Audiobook by Donna Westover Gallup

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Donna Westover Gallup) — Thu, 27 Jun 2013 17:36:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: White As Snow Subtitle: A Christmas Story (Mysterious Ways #1) Author: Donna Westover Gallup Narrator: Graydon Schlichter Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 06-27-13 Publisher: Cladach Publishing Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Colorado Territory, 1864. Young Charlie is alone on the ranch that sits between the empty prairie and the Rocky Mountains. As he cares for his dying grandpa and tries to figure out how to survive the winter, he keeps remembering the old man's words, "Failure is not an option, son." As the first storm of the season hits, a mysterious mountain man shows up at the isolated ranch and good things start to happen. But can Charlie learn to trust the giant stranger with his one terrible secret? On Christmas day he learns what trust really means. An entertaining and heartwarming story for the entire family to enjoy during the holiday season and all year. Members Reviews: This Book Is Amazing! Ten year old Charlie Smith needs a miracle. Itâs been weeks since his grandfather fell asleep and he still hasnât woken. Food and supplies are running desperately low. There is only a few days of firewood remaining. Snow is on the way. Worse, Charlie is starting to wonder if God even cares. How could a God who cares leave a boy to fend for himself? And why do Charlieâs choices keeping digging him in more trouble? Hott Review: I loved white as snow. This book was not only a wonderful emotional book but also a very clear representation of our need for Christ and his to find and accept Him. In some ways this book was hard because itâs heart wrenching watching a ten year old boy struggle on his own in a life where failure is not an option. But by that sane token it was amazing to watch Jesus save him from himself. Moreâ Author: Donna Westover Gallup Source: Kindle Free Read Dec 24, 2012 Grade: A+ Ages: 10+ Steam: Nada Setting: COLORADO TERRITORY 1864 Series: Mysterious Ways, #1 Captivating! I'll start out by saying that I downloaded this book as a 'Free for Kindle' edition, based on the reviews it had received thus far. I read a lot of fiction, and especially love period or historical fiction with Christian themes woven in. Ms. Gallup has such a warm way of describing everything and everyone, and in such detail, that you can actually picture all of the locations and characters vividly. Her knowledge of the era comes out in her details, too. But what I love most of all is how her main characters warm your heart and make you want to both know them and to emulate them. The recurring theme that God is always with us is brought into the book in a very creative, sometimes humorous, and always heartwarming way. This book is not "preachy" as some Christian fiction is. Discussions about God and references to the Bible flow naturally through realistic conversations that the characters have. Lessons based on Christian beliefs are taught lovingly and gently, often reminding me of some of my own conversations with God over the years. I found myself not wanting to put the book (Kindle) down until I finished it at 2 a.m., and was so happy to realize it was part of a series. I immediately downloaded and read the next 2 books, and am now looking forward the release of the 4th and final installment in the Mysterious Ways series. It's been a long time since I purposely went in search of all of the books in a writer's series. And, in fact, this is only the 3nd author I've done this with. I highly recommend this series.

Playing Beatie Bow Audiobook by Ruth Park

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ruth Park) — Sat, 15 Sep 2012 16:17:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Playing Beatie Bow Author: Ruth Park Narrator: Kate Hood Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 09-15-12 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: The game is called Beatie Bow, and the kids play it for the thrill of giving themselves a scare. Its Beatie Bow, risen from the dead! When Abigail is drawn in, the game quickly changes from a harmless little scare to an extraordinary adventure, as she is transported to a place that is strangely familiar.... And in a Sydney she barely recognises, shell meet the real Beatie Bow and the family that will change her life. Members Reviews: Good coming of age story with time travel Who was your favorite character and why? Beattie, as she was so feisty and prickly, but brave What does Kate Hood bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Beautiful narration by Kate Hood. She adds an atmosphere and authentic voice that really lifts the story off the page, giving life to the lovely Dovey, feisty Beattie and even the awful Gibbie.. Any additional comments? Very much a coming of age story, so plenty of reflection/dwelling on a very female take on first love. Bit much for the 8-10 year-old boys I was playing it too. Better suited to mid teen girls. not in the least interesting story or characters What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you? just not interested in this type of story line. What could Ruth Park have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? too little interest in main character. How could the performance have been better? no ...it was good You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? only if you like this type of story and character. Any additional comments? none ...wish i had not purchased...wish i could have listened to part of a chapter in the middle of the book I would have decided this storyline was not for me...not interested in it at all. One of my favourite books Would you consider the audio edition of Playing Beatie Bow to be better than the print version? I have read the print version half a dozen times and loved it. The audio version is good because it helps to create the various accents which I could not hear in my head when I read the book. Who was your favorite character and why? Granny Is my favourite character because she is warm and loving, she holds her own family together and she shows kindness and understanding as she helps Abigale to find strength and maturity to deal with her own challenges. Which character as performed by Kate Hood was your favourite? Judah Bow Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes and when I got to the end I wanted to start again Any additional comments? I love this book, it has stood the test of time.

Breaking Point Audiobook by Alex Flinn

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alex Flinn) — Mon, 07 May 2012 05:33:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Breaking Point Author: Alex Flinn Narrator: Jason Harris Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 05-07-12 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Paul is new to Gate, a school whose rich students make life miserable for anyone not like them. And Paul is definitely not like them. Then, one day something incredible happens. Charlie Good, a star student and athlete, invites Paul to join his elite inner circle. All Charlie wants is a few things in return-- small things that Paul does willingly. And then, one day, Charlie wants something big--really big. Now Paul has to decide how far he'll go to be one of the gang. A powerful follow-up to Alex Flinn's Spring 2001 debut novel, Breathing Underwater. Members Reviews: I think my sophomores will like this book. I was looking for a book that my sophomore students would enjoy reading. This book will do very well. I think. I've taught Breathing Underwater by Alex Flinn to seniors, and they really liked it and enjoyed reading it. I think my sophomores will be as intrigued by Breaking Point as my seniors were of Breathing Underwater. the elusive gold ring Having been homeschooled, Paul Richmond is naturally apprehensive about returning to high school, particularly since he is less well-off than his ritzy classmates. He is picked on until a way out is offered by golden boy Charlie Good. In exchange for homework help, which gradually escales into antisocial acts, he will receive protection from the bullies. Dealing with the pain from his parents' divorce and his father's seeming rejection of him, Paul is unsure whether Charlie's friendship is genuine or simply based on what he can provide. Like "Shattering Glass" this book exploes what happens when an outcast hooks up with a popular teen with sociopathic tendencies. The language used by the characters is somewhat coarse, but not unusual for a teen novel published today. Well-written and provocative, but not necessarily enjoyable This book was well-written and provocative. The characters were realistic, ranging from the principal who cares only about his job and not at all about the students, the divorced parents who are too wrapped up in their own needs and desires to take care of their child, the hangers-on who wouldnï¿t quite be popular on their own, the brainy intellectual who is too smart to fit in. The book also succeeded well at answering the question of why someone would reach the breaking point ï¿ why would a high school student be willing to plant a bomb, bring a gun to school, terrorize their classmates. However, I wouldnï¿t necessarily say that I enjoyed the book. I was fascinated by it, couldnï¿t put it down, and have thought about it a lot since then. But I donï¿t think I enjoyed it. There were many reasons I didnï¿t enjoy it. The first is that many people in this book did truly horrible things that they just got away with. And the few really nice people in the book (Mr. and Mrs. Blanco and Binky come to mind) got nothing but pain and anguish. The big reason, though, that I didnï¿t enjoy the book was that I never really liked the main character. I pitied him, and I understood why he made the (truly bad) decisions he made. However, I never liked him. He was too desperate for love, too willing to do whatever it took to be popular. Unlike Nick, in Flinnï¿s novel Breathing Underwater, who grew stronger with more insight through the story, Paul grew weaker and lost any insight that he had.

Laddertop Audiobook by Orson Scott Card, Emily Janice Card

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Orson Scott Card) — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 05:49:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Laddertop Author: Orson Scott Card, Emily Janice Card Narrator: Emily Janice Card, Stefan Rudnicki Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 09-27-11 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 75 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: An original science fiction tale by the best-selling author of Enders Game and his daughter. Twenty five years ago, the alien Givers came to Earth and bestowed upon the human race the greatest technology ever seenfour giant towers known as Ladders that rise 36,000 miles and culminate in space stations that power the entire planet. Then, for reasons unknown, the Givers disappeared. Due to the unique alien construction of the Laddertop space stations, only a skilled crew of children can perform the maintenance necessary to keep the stations up and running. Back on Earth, competition is fierce to enter Laddertop Academy. It is an honor few students will achieve. Best friends Robbi and Azure, two 11-year-old girls who are candidates for the academy, will become entangled in a dangerous mystery that may help them solve the riddle of the Giversif it doesnt destroy the Earth first. Critic Reviews: The main characters in this volume are largely female, strong and intelligent, a wonderful departure from maledominated extraterrestrial offeringsAn intriguing beginningreaders will clamor for the followup. (Kirkus Reviews) Members Reviews: For immature readers (no offense intended). What disappointed you about Laddertop? Quite a few things unfortunately. I've read and then have listened to almost every OSC novel. I don't really enjoy short stories because there's usually no real depth. I was amazed really that the book is read like a dramatized play, like an old time players theater when radio was the only entertainment, with sound effects and da-da-ta-duuuh music. Very distracting to me. The story and the writing is very simple and the childish voices (but then, this is a book about children which included their self-centered view of life) were a bit irritating. That was probably my biggest disappointment. That is until I reached the end of the book. The last few lines took a weird left turn and then, huh? It's over? I had to back it up and listen to the ending again. Perhaps I missed something. The last section seemed to have no relevance to the direction of the story. I suppose this could be the first of a series but the first book is usually 3.5 plus hours long. I fear this is the book. The end. What was most disappointing about Orson Scott Card and Emily Janice Card s story? The silliness of the kid's interactions. I'm used to OSC's kids being more mature, even when they're 5 or 6 years old. These kids were probably more true to life. The conversations were petty and immature. For this reason pre-adolescents would probably enjoy the story and presentation better. The adults in the story were shallow. And one more thing. The conversations of the adults made it seem they were discussing the intentions of the Givers for the first time instead of having 25 years of experience with the incomprehensible equipment. Which character as performed by Emily Janice Card and Stefan Rudnicki was your favorite? Didn't really have one. If I have to pick it would be Roberta. What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? Disappointment and a bit of disbelieve that this was an Orson Scott Card book. Any additional comments? I had similar reactions to Pretty Boy and Space Boy which I had listened too just before Laddertop. Come on.... did Mr. Card really write these books? (No offense intended.) what a let down I am a fan of Card.

The Siren Song Audiobook by Anne Ursu

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Anne Ursu) — Mon, 01 Jul 2013 23:25:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Siren Song Author: Anne Ursu Narrator: Cassandra Morris Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: Inside an ordinary middle school in an ordinary city, a small redheaded eighth grader is doing something very ordinary, indeed. Ever since Charlotte Mielswetzski and her cousin, Zee, saved the world, life has been rather ordinary. Ordinary, that is, if you call being ultramegagrounded (in Charlotte's case) or treated as if you might fall to pieces (in Zee's case) ordinary. Either way, heroes deserve better. Of course, no one knows Charlotte and Zee are heroes. It's not like they can simply announce that Greek myths are real or proclaim they have returned from the Underworld, where they rescued all of mankind from Philonecron, a deranged demigod with delusions of grandeur. Instead, they are forced to keep this terrible knowledge to themselves, and are stuck in a state of extraordinary ordinariness.But things aren't quite as ordinary as they seem. For Philonecron is the grandson of Poseidon, and you don't mess with the progeny of the second most powerful god in the universe. And Philonecron himself isn't so happy about having all of his delicious plans thwarted by mortal children. He wants revenge, and with his grandfather to help him, he is going to get what he wants. For Charlotte and Zee, their not-so-ordinary lives are about to be disrupted once again. This time it's not the world they must save - it's themselves. In the thrilling second installment of the Cronus Chronicles trilogy, author Anne Ursu brings her trademark wit to a spectacular adventure on the high seas. Members Reviews: Very Weak Sequel I am a very big fan of the first book in this trilogy, ("The Shadow Thieves"). After a slow start it really moved into high gear and gave us two heroes who had a great dynamic, a strong plot, fascinating secondary characters and villains, and a very satisfying sense of humor and general good humor throughout the whole project. This sequel falls below that standard in almost all respects. Almost nothing happens through the first quarter of the book. Zee pretty much doesn't exist as a character at all. The first half of the book is mostly griping by Charlotte about her parents and about how permanently grounded she has been because of her unexplained absences during the action from the first book. In fact, pretty much everything Charlotte does is complain and mope. When the book does get going it consists mostly of cartoonish behavior by the few gods who make appearances. The first book had a lot of fun mythology and some very sly plotting. This one isn't even mythology-lite and once you learn Poseidon the Sea God is the number two Olympian after Zeus you've pretty much learned everything you're going to learn. There really is no actual plot until some action in the last fifty pages of the book. There are some funny set scenes and some snappy dialogue, but just not enough to carry a whole book. I'd suggest reading "The Shadow Thieves", because it really is remarkably good. But this followup is for diehard fans only, and even they will probably be disappointed. Good, fast interesting read Again - I am a grandmother reading and discussing this with a granddaughter. She loves the series so far. This book in the series (2) tells the story of Charlotte who in the 1st book saved the world.

In the Service of Dragons IV Audiobook by Robert Stanek

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robert Stanek) — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 22:08:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/268/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: In the Service of Dragons IV Author: Robert Stanek Narrator: Karl Fehr Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 07-05-07 Publisher: RP Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 30 votes Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Publisher's Summary: In such a dark time, there can be little hope, and yet there are those who do hold out hope. Hope that the righteous and just will prevail. Hope that tomorrow's tomorrow will bring a better day. But turning back the tides is an unlikely as turning back time. What's done is done. The Alder King is dead, murdered by his enemies: the very enemies that have taken the heart of his kingdom and with it the kingdom himself. There can be no doubt that an enemy king has extended his reach and taken the prize he so coveted. Yet the thing he prized above all else, the thing that spurned him, has escaped his grasp. Other things have escaped his grasp as well. In those things lies the hope for a future without tyranny: a hope for the peoples of Ruin Mist; and to win freedom is to win the future for everyone and everything. But what of the elves far across the great sea? Is their hope folly and their folly hope? If men succumb to the darkness, the light of the elves must surely succumb as well, and then darkness will rule forever. Who can know for certain, but surely the fallen sons of ages past and present must have the final say. Get ready to enter In the Service of Dragons, Book Four. Members Reviews: A thoroughly satisfying conclusion I really love In the Service of Dragons. Really love? More like I'm obsessed. I listened to them, and then immediately relistened to them. I eagerly looked forward to the fourth and final book and was pleased that it delivered so well. Listening to the fourth installment was as satisfying to me as eating a large dark chocolate candy bar. Because, after all, this is the final volume in a superb fantasy. Once again, Robert Stanek has written a compelling sequel set in the lush environment of the kingdoms and the reaches. His colorful characters feel like real people rather than types--a big thing for me--this brilliant, breathtaking conclusion brought battles, revelations, and so much more. It has left me wanting more. And so I wait for whatever the author writes next. The Best Finale I Have Read When I first read The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches, I kept on saying to myself, 'If The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches is this good, In the Service of Dragons must be even better.' Well, what I said to myself was true. Except it was better than I imagined. When I read fantasy books that revolves around a world with magic, elves and dragons, it usually takes alot for me to start enjoying the book. But In the Service of Dragons drew me in within the first chapter and I just couldn't stop reading. It was that good! This whole series is just so good, that I've read it about 5 times through. If you liked Harry Potter, Chronicles of Narnia or other fantasy, then withouot a doubt, you'll fall in love with this book. The best finale Robert Stanek's ruin mist stories began with the amazing Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches books and continued with the In the Service of Dragons books. The entire series is excellent and highly highly recommended, but he truly saved the best for last. Such a phenominal conclusion making this an even better series. Don't waste your time. Would you try another book from Robert Stanek and/or Karl Fehr? No, I punished myself to get through this one. Karl is a great narrator, but the story was so incomplete and full of holes.It reads like this.