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The Covenant Audiobook by James A. Michener

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (James A. Michener) — Tue, 08 Sep 2015 16:12:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Covenant Subtitle: A Novel Author: James A. Michener Narrator: Larry McKeever Format: Unabridged Length: 58 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-08-15 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 156 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: James A. Michener's masterly chronicle of South Africa is an epic tale of adventurers, scoundrels, and ministers, the best and worst of two continents, who carve an empire out of a vast wilderness. From the Java-born Van Doorn family tree springs two great branches: one nurtures lush vineyards, the other settles the interior to become the first Trekboers and Afrikaners. The Nxumalos, inhabitants of a peaceful village unchanged for centuries, unite warrior tribes into the powerful Zulu nation. And the wealthy Saltwoods are missionaries and settlers who join the masses to influence the wars and politics that ravage a nation. Rivalries and passions spill across the land of The Covenant, a story of courage and heroism, love and loyalty, and cruelty and betrayal, as generations fight to forge a new world. Critic Reviews: "A prodigious endeavor.... Nowhere else could an American reader unfamiliar with South Africa get so full an understanding of its problems in so engaging a form." ( The New York Times Book Review) Members Reviews: Amazing story, narrator is horrible I am a huge fan of Michener. I read all his books as a young person and love his writing style and the historical sweep of his novels. For years I searched on Audible hopeful that the books would appear in an audio version. I could hardly contain my excitement when they began to appear. However, I think this will be the last book I download. The narrators reading style sounds like he is reading a book aloud at the library to a group on a Saturday afternoon. His voice is flat and unimaginative. The worst part is that he did absolutely no research on the correct pronunciation of common South African words. His butchering of the Afrikaans language is grating on the ears and completely destroys the narrative for me. I am so sad that this authors amazing work was put in the hands of this narrator. Defense of the narrator Any additional comments? I felt I had to do this review after reading so many negative comments about the narrator. I read this and most of Michener's works years ago and was thrilled that they were now available on Audible. I nearly didn't get this book because of the reviews of the narrator, but because I liked the book so much I decided to take the plunge. Indeed, at first I wasn't impressed by the narration and I even tried increasing the speed to 1.25 as someone suggested but that just sounded silly. However I stayed with it and found that after awhile I really started to get into the narrator's voice. It was kind of like having your father or an old uncle reading a book to you. He has a rich baritone and his enunciation is perfect. I know that in these days of more highly theatrical performances in audiobooks some might find this one lacking. But the vocal inflections of the different characters are there, they're just more nuanced than some other performers. The more I listened, the more I came to appreciate this narrator's excellent job in reading this book. I will not hesitate to buy other Michener books read by this narrator. Narrator Any additional comments? To fix the issue with the narrator just set the playback speed to 1.25x.

The Summons Audiobook by John Grisham

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Grisham) — Fri, 25 Jan 2002 11:32:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Summons Author: John Grisham Narrator: Michael Beck Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 01-25-02 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1318 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: And he has a father, a very sick old man who lives alone in the ancestral home in Clanton, Mississippi. He is known to all as Judge Atlee, a beloved and powerful official who has towered over local law and politics for 40 years. No longer on the bench, the Judge has withdrawn to the Atlee mansion and become a recluse. With the end in sight, Judge Atlee issues a summons for both sons to return home to Clanton, to discuss the details of his estate. It is typed by the Judge himself, on his handsome old stationery, and gives the date and time for Ray and Forrest to appear in his study. Ray reluctantly heads south, to his hometown, to the place where he grew up, which he prefers now to avoid. But the family meeting does not take place. The Judge dies too soon, and in doing so leaves behind a shocking secret known only to Ray. And perhaps someone else. Members Reviews: Unremarkable The book was enjoyable but in the manner of a cheap vanilla ice cream cone; nothing remarkable or extraordinary. And the ending was a too convenient monologue that neatly tied up most of the loose ends. A few mysteries were left unsolved, leaving me wondering if I'd missed key clues and should have figured some of it out myself. But, not being too dreadfully invested in the story, it was easy to turn it off and not worry about the faceless, never-named antagonist. As this is my first audio book, I can't really rate the narrator. I was pleased, though, to be able to easily follow the narrator as he switched his tone, cadence, and in one case, accent, to switch from one character to another. Grisham marches on With Michael Beck's charming southern accent and Grisham's wonderful story telling technique, this book was impossible to put down. Fact is, I purchased the audio version, and have listened three times. If you like Grisham and Beck, immediately get your hands on this one. Great Mystery, Intrigue, & Suspense I loved this book. Different enough plot to catch you by surprise. Had a hard time turning off the engine in the car. A little law, a little in the psychology and struggles of typical substance recovery (a good lesson for those of you not familiar with it all,) just enough mystery & suspense to keep you glued, and just enough in lessons of tolerance and in loving and accepting those trying and difficult loved ones we cannot change. What I did enjoy was the weaknesses and fears of our hero. I enjoyed watching him mature a develop. Although this book falls under the reserved places of my favorite top four Grisham books, it's still pretty dang good, y'all, & it deserves five stars! Duller than a lawbook Grisham must have been paid by the word for this interminable book. It's main characters are drawn from the Handbook of Literary Cliches, and its plot - what there is of it - would be stretched to fill a short story. Its protagonist, suposedly a professor at a very prestigious law school, is seriously stupid. As an example, here's a man who was raised in a small Mississippi town, supposedly knowing about firearms. Yet he picks up and uses a pistol, without checking on whether or not its loaded (it's not). After making his big discovery, he does nothing but dither about. We're supposed to be sympathetic because his wife left him for a rich man. After the first hour or two, my sympathies were entirely with the wife.

The Improbability of Love Audiobook by Hannah Rothschild

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Hannah Rothschild) — Tue, 22 Mar 2016 06:17:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Improbability of Love Author: Hannah Rothschild Narrator: Barnaby Edwards, Jilly Bond Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 03-22-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 226 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Annie McDee, alone after the disintegration of her long-term relationship and trapped in a dead-end job, is searching for a present for her unsuitable lover in a neglected secondhand shop. Within the jumble of junk and tack, a grimy painting catches her eye. Leaving the store with the picture after spending her meagre savings, she prepares an elaborate dinner for two - only to be stood up, the gift gathering dust on her mantelpiece. But every painting has a story - and if it could speak, what would it tell us? For Annie has stumbled across The Improbability of Love, a lost masterpiece by Antoine Watteau, one of the most influential French painters of the 18th century. Soon Annie is drawn unwillingly into the art world and finds herself pursued by a host of interested parties that would do anything to possess her picture. For an exiled Russian oligarch, an avaricious Sheika, a desperate auctioneer, an unscrupulous dealer and several others, the painting symbolises their greatest hopes and fears. In her search for the painting's true identity, Annie will uncover the darkest secrets of European history - and in doing so she will learn more about herself, opening up to the possibility of falling in love again. Irreverent, witty and sharply sweet, The Improbability of Love explores the confusion and turmoil of life and the complexities of love, loss and hurt - revealing the lows to which human nature can stoop and the heights to which the soul can soar. Critic Reviews: "Novel of the week. It all adds up to an ingenious meditation on the true value of art - timely indeed at a moment when paintings and sculpture seem to have become just another currency." (Mail on Sunday) "Though this novel goes into the darkest of dark places, the overall tone is totally delicious; conspicuous consumption on this scale hasn't been seen since the Eighties." (The Times) "Part of the novel's charm is that its characters, rich or poor, are all a mixture of frailties. Like a Rococo painting, this clever, funny, beguiling and wholly humane romance is a treat worthy of its subject." (Independent) Members Reviews: Entertaining, Educational, Endless Characters I was a little overwhelmed at first with the number of players in this book but was quickly pulled into each person and painting's back story and relationship to one another. Read this book if you have an interest in history, painting, art dealers, trust fund babies, crooks, the working poor, fine cooking and love. Fun Art Story Fun to listen bro while working. Made my day go by quickly. Loved having the picture talk to me. He was quite entertaining. Engaging story and memorable characters A masterpiece. It is not only the story of a beautiful painting, but also the journey of the young woman who stumbled upon it, and its effect on those around the painting. The painting is the link to all of the characters. Storytelling at its Finest From the very first word to the last I devoured this wonderful 'romp'. Quite apart from the first-class writing, the fantastic vocabulary and the feeling I was actually there; the narrators chosen were simply perfect. Discovering the Improbability of Love was a character made me laugh out loud. Brilliant. Please download - you'll feel better!! a superb exciting Historical art journey this book had me riveted from the first line..

44 Scotland Street Audiobook by Alexander McCall Smith

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alexander McCall Smith) — Fri, 17 Jun 2005 21:18:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 44 Scotland Street Author: Alexander McCall Smith Narrator: Robert Ian Mackenzie Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 06-17-05 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 1225 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: When Pat rents a room in Edinburgh, she acquires some interesting neighbors, including a pushy Stockbridge mother and her talented, sax-playing, 5-year-old son. Pat's job at an art gallery hardly keeps her busy, until she suspects one painting in the collection may be an undiscovered work from a Scottish master. As Pat handles the mystery of the painting, she and the people surrounding her confront issues of trust, love, and loss. Chalk up another winner for McCall Smith, whose endlessly entertaining and perceptive novel is filled with delightfully authentic sketches of all the archetypes of Edinburgh society. Critic Reviews: "Readers needn't possess plaid clothes or a brogue to savor this wise, witty send-up of Edinburgh rogues." (Booklist) "The possibility of romance, the ongoing ups and downs of the large, well-drawn cast of characters, the intricate plot, and the way Smith nimbly jumps from situation to situation and POV to POV...works beautifully." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Smith's answer to Maupin This book is a fun listen, and it is literally Smith's take on Maupin's Tales of City, but set in his beloved Edinburgh. It seems that many who have adored the Mma Ramotswe series can't get into anything else Smith has done, previously or subsequently. It's understandable, since the Botwana books are masterpieces. However, Smith is one of the best storytellers of our time, and it is unfortunate to always compare his other books (such as this one) to the Ladies' Detective Agency tales and then find them lacking. This story is full of all of the humanity, thoughtfulness and warm humor that his other stories have had. I can't wait for more of the serial. oddly absorbing and addicitive I didn't expect to like this, don't know why I downloaded it, and had it in my library for a year before I even tried to listen. Once I started, I finished it within 48 hrs, sneeking on my iPod at every chance. McCall Smith gives us wisdom masked in simple, curious tales of characters like those found in any coffee shop - inside Scotland or out- improbable but believable once inside the story. The tales were first serialized in a newspaper - in the introduction McCall Smith reminds that Dickens spun most of his tales in that manner - but 44 Scotand put me in mind more of Trollope. This is another example of a good read made better in audio by excellent narrration. It's all about character! It took me a little longer to warm up to this new series by one of my favorite authors, but in the end it was added to my list of 'got to get the next book in the series' list. Alexander McCall Smith has a real talent for creating characters that you 'feel' you know. In this series he captures idiosyncratic characteristics that are recognizable and presents them is a light and amusing way. By the way the audiobook has the added advantage of Scottish ascent. McCall Smith a must read author! When I first began listening to 44 scotland street I found it a wee bit confusing and hard to follow. There are several voices and many characters which is different from the other McCall Smith titles in his other series' I have listened to. As I persisted; and got to know the different characters I found it as highly addictive as all his works.

Startup Audiobook by Doree Shafrir

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Doree Shafrir) — Tue, 25 Apr 2017 09:30:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Startup Subtitle: A Novel Author: Doree Shafrir Narrator: Eliana Marianes Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 04-25-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 215 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From veteran online journalist and BuzzFeed writer Doree Shafrir comes a hilarious debut novel that proves there are some dilemmas that no app can solve. Mack McAllister has a $600 million idea. His mindfulness app, TakeOff, is already the hottest thing in tech, and he's about to launch a new and improved version that promises to bring investors running and may turn his brainchild into a $1 billion business - in startup parlance, an elusive unicorn. Katya Pasternack is hungry for a scoop that will drive traffic. An ambitious young journalist at a gossipy tech blog, Katya knows that she needs more than another PR-friendly puff piece to make her the go-to byline for industry news. Sabrina Choe Blum just wants to stay afloat. The exhausted mother of two and failed creative writer is trying to escape from her credit card debt and an inattentive husband - who also happens to be Katya's boss - as she rejoins a workforce that has gotten younger, hipper, and much more computer literate since she's been away. Before the ink on Mack's latest round of funding is dry, an errant text message hints that he may be working a bit too closely for comfort with a young social media manager in his office. When Mack's bad behavior collides with Katya's search for a salacious post, Sabrina gets caught in the middle as TakeOff goes viral for all the wrong reasons. As the fallout from Mack's scandal engulfs the lower Manhattan office building where all three work, it's up to Katya and Sabrina to write the story the men in their lives would prefer remain untold. An assured, observant debut from veteran online journalist Doree Shafrir, Startup is a sharp, hugely entertaining story of youth, ambition, love, money, and technology's inability to hack human nature. Critic Reviews: "Exacting, though not without empathy - Shafrir renders even the most infuriating of her characters with unexpected humanity - the novel is a page-turning pleasure that packs a punch. To call it expertly observed is an understatement." ( Kirkus) "[A] deliciously detailed satire." (Jenny Comita, W Magazine) "Don't buy this book. Don't open. Don't start reading it. Because if you do, I can assure you, you won't be able to put it down. I was hooked from the first page and found myself lost in a beautifully-written fiction that so succinctly echoes today's bizarre reality." (Nick Bilton, special correspondent, Vanity Fair, and author of Hatching Twitter: A True Story of Money, Power, Friendship, and Betrayal) Members Reviews: Critically important story about Diversity in Tech Incredible narrator and a critical story about sexism and racism in tech and startup culture. The way this story covers so many aspects like the Pipeline problem excuse, the way uneven distribution of childcare duties plays out, power dynamics, sexual harassment, double standards, online harassment, mansplaining, nice guys in tech, calling women who disagree with you crazy, etc so effortlessly and complexly is incredible. An okay read. not a fan of the ending... it was an okay book I just feel it ended quite abruptly and there was no character development. Loved it I couldnt stop listening. I needed to know what would happen next. Doree is an amazing writer and hope she has a sequel coming soon. Is this my life? Loved the variety of characters.

Shopaholic to the Stars Audiobook by Sophie Kinsella

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sophie Kinsella) — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 10:21:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Shopaholic to the Stars Subtitle: Shopaholic, Book 7 Author: Sophie Kinsella Narrator: Clare Corbett Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 10-21-14 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 512 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Number one New York Times best-selling author Sophie Kinsella returns to her beloved Shopaholic series with Becky Brandon (née Bloomwood) newly arrived in Hollywood and starry-eyed. She and her two-year-old daughter, Minnie, have relocated to L.A. to join Becky's husband, Luke, who is there to handle PR for famous actress Sage Seymour. Becky can't wait to start living the A-list lifestyle, complete with celebrity sightings, yoga retreats, and shopping trips to Rodeo Drive. But she really hopes to become a personal stylist - Sage's personal stylist - if only Luke would set up an introduction. Then, unexpectedly, Becky is offered the chance to dress Sages archrival, and though things become a bit more complicated, its a dream come true! Red carpet premieres, velvet ropes, paparazzi clamoring for attention - suddenly Becky has everything she's ever wanted. Or does she? Members Reviews: A Cliffhanger! If you're this far in the series, you enjoy these fun books as much as I. It's a whe new crazy venue, and Becky is growing...slowly. (Ok, Minnie is probably maturing more quickly.) Just beware, there is a cliff hanger ending, and the follow up book better be soon! Cliffhanger ending isn't the experience I want What did you like best about Shopaholic to the Stars? What did you like least? I love that this book made me LOL several times, I also as always, think Sophie kinsella does a great job with creating realistic tension in Becky and Luke's relationship. I don't like how the moral of this story seems to be that Becky's a bad person for wanting to be a stylist because it smells like the old " women can't have it all" plot line, and the whole Hollywood is shallow thing is kind of old. I like the shopaholic and I don't want her to be shamed! I also hate that there is a cliffhanger ending. These are books I like to listen too over and over while waiting for the next one to come out, and without a satisfying ending I just don't think I can do that. My only hope is that the next book will prove that Becky wasn't totally " selfish" in this one and everyone will apologize to her and she will find a way to use her shopping powers for good-- or at least good clients. Also the mysterious threads DO sound like they are leading to a classic Kinsella surprise, so my hopes are high:) What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!) Pissed Off. Have you listened to any of Clare Corbetts other performances before? How does this one compare? No, but I like her. If this book were a movie would you go see it? Absolutely, I wish this was made into a long running TV show on amazon or netflix with the tone of The mindy project with each book being a season or so. Do NOT waste your money! What would have made Shopaholic to the Stars better? Plot resolution, likable characters, decent writing. What do you think your next listen will be? Not anything by Kinsella. I need some Jane Austen to cleanse my mental palate after this crappy book. How could the performance have been better? Narrator could have familiarized herself with the characters & series. Danny Kovitz, for example, is NOT English, he's American. He shouldn't have had an English accent.

A Home at the End of the World Audiobook by Michael Cunningham

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Michael Cunningham) — Thu, 29 Sep 2005 20:41:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Home at the End of the World Author: Michael Cunningham Narrator: Colin Farrell, Dallas Roberts, Jennifer Van Dyck, Blair Brown Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 09-29-05 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 228 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Michael Cunningham's celebrated novel is the story of two boyhood friends: Jonathan, lonely, introspective, and unsure of himself; and Bobby, hip, dark, and inarticulate. In New York after college, Bobby moves in with Jonathan and his roommate, Clare, a veteran of the city's erotic wars. Bobby and Clare fall in love, scuttling the plans of Jonathan, who is gay, to father Clare's child. Then, when Clare and Bobby have a baby, the three move to a small house upstate to raise "their" child together and create a new kind of family. A Home at the End of the World masterfully depicts the charged, fragile relationships of urban life today. ©1990 Michael Cunningham (P)2004 Audio Renaissance, a division of Holtzbrinck Publishers, LLC Critic Reviews: "Although some listeners will wish they could soak up this absorbing story all in one sitting, the narrators' well-paced readings force the listener to sit back and appreciate the intricacy and skill of Cunningham's exquisite prose." (Publishers Weekly) "Lyrical...memorable and accomplished" (The New York Times Book Review) Members Reviews: This book did stuff to my heart. There are books you dont like, books you like, books you love & then there are the books you fall completely in love with. The latter is where Id place this book for me. Never have I come across a book so realistic yet captivating. I can see these characters so clearly in my mind. I can believe everything thats happening. Jonathan, Bobby, & Claire present an unconventional way of living that just felt so real to me. This book will not be for everyone but, you know, I kind of love that about it. The story stays strong from its beginning to its beautiful ending. The audiobook itself is amazing. Read so perfectly by the four narrators. Great book, excellent recording. I was happily surprised to see that Colin Farrell and Dallas Roberts (from the cast of the movie version) were tapped to read the parts of Bobby and Jonathan. I think Farrell was great, but Dallas Roberts was exceptional. This is one of the first audio books I have purchased from this website, and I have enjoyed it so much that I have gone back to it three times, even before some other books that I have purchased. ended too soon I loved these characters. They draw the listener in and they become real. Cunningham received raves for The Hours, but this story and these characters are much more accessible and endearing. Writing well is not enough... I got almost annoyed with author of the book. He writes beautifully, but the plot is unconvincing and the three main characters are excessively self-absorbed in contemplating their unhappiness and , more generally, the unavoidable misery of the human condition. There is no room for real passion, hope, and engagement. It is all grey and hopeless. My last book of Michael Cunningham ! Flaw in the recording? A bit more than two and a half hours in, something odd happens. Every time before that, when the narrator changes there is a heading telling us the new narrator's name. But then, suddenly, the narration shifts from the mother to one of the boys, and we seem to have jumped ahead ten or so years. It's as though the recording is missing one of the CD's.

Push Audiobook by Sapphire

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sapphire) — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 17:19:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Push Author: Sapphire Narrator: Sapphire Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 08-29-08 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 263 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: An electrifying first novel that shocks by its language, its circumstances, and its brutal honesty, Push recounts a young black street-girl's horrendous and redemptive journey through a Harlem inferno. For Precious Jones, 16 and pregnant with her father's child, miraculous hope appears, and the world begins to open up for her when a courageous, determined teacher bullies, cajoles, and inspires her to learn to read, to define her own feelings, and set them down in a diary. ©1996 Sapphire/Ramona Lofton; (P)2008 Random House Audio Members Reviews: Too bad it's abridged Great narrator and sound quality. Story was hard to listen to at times, but never lost my interest. It's unfortunate that only an abridged version of the novel is available, as I would have preferred to have been able to hear the entire thing. Shocking I saw the movie at Sundance Film Festival and had to read the book that let to it. It was a short listen, but a good one. Sad and shocking at times, but a good memoir worth listening to. Stay on the lookout for the film! a true life sad story this is so overwhelming that it pulls at your heartstrings... to know that there are people out there that survive this everyday. everyone should take this to heart for a life lesson, you are only as strong as you let yourself be.... A Good Read. This is a very good read, but it is not for the fainthearted. It's graphic language and vivid portrayal of the life of a disadvantaged black teenage girl in New York City may give pause to some. Sadly, the author does not exaggerate. Precious' life is the life of far too many girls these days. Great Read Although the movie Precious is a bit different from this original book, I enjoyed both very much. Sapphire not only did a great job writing the book but also does a great job with her narration.

Caravans Audiobook by James A. Michener

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (James A. Michener) — Tue, 04 Aug 2015 18:56:36 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Caravans Subtitle: A Novel of Afghanistan Author: James A. Michener Narrator: Larry McKeever Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 08-04-15 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 200 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: First published in 1963, James A. Michener's gripping chronicle of the social and political landscape of Afghanistan is more relevant now than ever. Combining fact with riveting adventure and intrigue, Michener follows a military man tasked, in the years after World War II, with a dangerous assignment: finding and returning a young American woman living in Afghanistan to her distraught family after she suddenly and mysteriously disappears. A timeless tale of love and emotional drama set against the backdrop of one of the most important countries in the world today, Caravans captures the tension of the postwar period, the sweep of Afghanistan's remarkable history, and the inescapable allure of the past. Critic Reviews: "Brilliant...an extraordinary novel.... The old nomadic trails across the mountains spring into existence." (The New York Times) "Romantic and adventurous.... [Michener] has a wonderful empathy for the wild and free and an understanding of the reasons behind the kind of cruelty that goes with it." (Newsday) "Michener has done for Afghanistan what...his first [book] did for the South Pacific." (The New York Herald Tribune) Members Reviews: How to ruin a great book Would you try another book from James A. Michener and/or Larry McKeever? I would gladly and eagerly try another Michener book if narrated by someone other than Mr. McKeever. What did you like best about this story? It gave me a bit of understanding of the people and place called Afghanistan. What didnt you like about Larry McKeevers performance? It was almost painful to hear. The cadence seemed all wrong and the affect flat. Did Caravans inspire you to do anything? It inspired me to turn it off several times because of the narration, but I kept coming back because I enjoyed the story. Any additional comments? I hope to listen to other Michener books, but only if they are read by someone else. Terrible narration It's a great story but the performance is unbearable. Speeding it up to 1.5 speed was the only way I was able to make it through. Bland narrator, annoying hippy The narrator was not horrible, but his monotone wore on my nerves. The story itself is fascinating and insightful on the cultural identity crisis of Afghans. However, the pivotal character is an infuriating regressive hippy. Great story Very educational. This is a chance to learn about Afghanistan and why it is what it is today. Totally recommend it for anyone interested in that part of the world. An old favorite revisited Loved this book when it was first published. Love it now. Also fascinating to hear what characters hoped would be the future of Afghanistan all those years ago.

The Flood Girls Audiobook by Richard Fifield

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Richard Fifield) — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 21:08:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Flood Girls Subtitle: A Novel Author: Richard Fifield Narrator: Kathleen Early Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 02-02-16 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1567 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: This snappy, sassy redemption story set in small-town Montana is "a wild and crazy debut novel by a talented young writer" (Jackie Collins), filled with an uproarious and unforgettable cast of characters you won't want to leave behind. Welcome to Quinn, Montana, population: 956. A town where nearly all of the volunteer firemen are named Jim, where the Dirty Shame - the only bar in town - refuses to serve mixed drinks (too much work), where the locals hate the newcomers (then again, they hate the locals, too), and where the town softball team has never even come close to having a winning season. Until now. Rachel Flood has snuck back into town after leaving behind a trail of chaos nine years prior. She's here to make amends, but nobody wants to hear it, especially her mother, Laverna. But with the help of a local boy named Jake and a little soul searching, she just might make things right. In the spirit of Empire Falls and A League of Their Own, with the caustic wit of Where'd You Go, Bernadette thrown in for good measure, Richard Fifield's hilarious and heartwarming debut will have you laughing through tears. Members Reviews: Trashy unfunny people I sometimes quit a book before finishing it - this didn't hold my interest I was looking for something like Where'd you go Bernadette? This book is nothing like that - not funny, not charming. Drug addicts and meanness. WOW! Just WOW. This book is wonderful. If you have ever had a questionable past, loved a child that was not yours biologically and a little different, went to a bar, had hillbilly friends or just lived a life that's a little crazy...you might find some of yourself in here. The characters are like people you know and maybe watch their hot mess of a life from a far while wanting to wrap them up and tell them "its going to be okay". Don't miss this book, it will touch your heart and call to your soul. You will laugh, cry, cheer, and. miss this cast of characters when you are done. Great story. Great narrator. its worth 2 credits but you will only spend one. Not for young children. By chapter 3 I wanted to shoot myself! The characters are gross, none with any qualities I could remotely care about or root for. The story jumps around so much I get lost and find myself asking which character the author is writing about now? The dialog was terrible...he said, she said, over and over until I wanted to shout for them all to shut up already. I regret the $4 spent on this one. Better than Expected Although the book starts off slow, you will be smiling, laughing and crying by the end. on of the best books I have read in a long while! I was not wow'ed I bought this book because of the number of reviews where people were so impressed with the book, I was not. It wasn't that interesting. The plot seemed very unlikely. Some characters were underdeveloped but it seemed like we were supposed to have strong feelings for them. I wouldn't recommend this book to a friend, or an enemy. I was disappointed, but I did finish the book.

Wonder Boys Audiobook by Michael Chabon

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Michael Chabon) — Wed, 09 Oct 2013 12:22:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wonder Boys Author: Michael Chabon Narrator: David Colacci Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 10-09-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 437 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Chabon's extraordinary story of one turbulent weekend in the life of a struggling writer, a satire of the permanent adolescence of the creative class. A wildly successful first novel made Grady Tripp a young star, and seven years later he still hasn't grown up. He's now a writing professor in Pittsburgh, plummeting through middle age, stuck with an unfinishable manuscript, an estranged wife, a pregnant girlfriend, and a talented but deeply disturbed student named James Leer. During one lost weekend at a writing festival with Leer and debauched editor Terry Crabtree, Tripp must finally confront the wreckage made of his past decisions. Mordant but humane, Wonder Boys features characters as loveably flawed as any in American fiction. Members Reviews: Such a fun ride I listened to this book over a weekend, which is roughly the timeframe of the story...so I felt that I had spent those days with the characters. Laugh-out-loud funny and tragic at the same time, with the most preposterous things happening but told in a way that makes them make total sense. "OF COURSE, he takes the dead dog along!" Highly enjoyable. Very human. Very well done. Good listening albeit rather slow Great story and good narration. I think the narrator style and the story is a good match, even though I find the reading is a little slow for me (so I sped it up to 1.25x). It also took me a while to get used to the narrator's nasal sound. Overall, it's an enjoyable audiobook. A strong, early Chabon (sounds like grading wine) It has all the things that I love about Michael Chabon: the quirky characters, the beautiful filigreed prose, the androgenous and ambiguous lovers. But, it also contains more warmth and crazy energy than some of his later books. And I appreciate that. I appreciate the feeling that this book ran past Chabon's careful editing. Its kinetic narrative isn't about to be slowed by careful massaging. To Hell with all that. In someways it feels a bit like the Pastoral Wanderings of Don Quixote (just replace Rocinante and Sancho Panza with a dead dog and a tuba). IT also at times feels like a Greek New Comedy with the chorus singing through the vortex ring of Afghan Indica pot smoke. So yeah, I liked it good enough. A Writer's Book, But Not Just This is a well-written story about an author who can't let go of his self-deceptions, but finds in a student of his, the feverish machinations that lead him in his youth. The pacing is perfect as the writer, along with his student and his editor, creates chaos in his and in the lives of those around him as he tries to finish the book he's put seven years of his life into. good performance, story feels cliche If you could sum up Wonder Boys in three words, what would they be? writing, failure, redemption What was one of the most memorable moments of Wonder Boys? the dinner with the jewish in-laws Which character as performed by David Colacci was your favorite? no idea If you could rename Wonder Boys, what would you call it? writing about what the author knows Any additional comments? Okay book...but Chabon is a writer's writer...heavy handed, solipsistic, and very literary. If you prefer brevity and books not about the incestuous faculty crowd at universities (of which, Warren's "A Place To Come To" is the best), then skip it.

Thale's Folly Audiobook by Dorothy Gilman

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Dorothy Gilman) — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 20:01:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Thale's Folly Author: Dorothy Gilman Narrator: John McDonough Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 07-05-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 140 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Crafted by the creator of the beloved Mrs. Pollifax series, this little gem of a novel sparkles with romance and intrigue. The story whisks you to the enchanting rural abode known as Thales Folly, whose occupants are anything but fools. As you get to know these charming people and their magical home, a delicious scent of mystery infuses the fresh country air. Andrew Thale is not exactly thrilled when his overbearing father sends him on an errand to assess the property inherited from an eccentric aunt. Andrew is intrigued though, when he finds the house fully occupied. Its odd and interesting residents have a calming effect on him, especially the beautiful young woman named Tarragon. But his arrival seems to have set a series of mysterious events into motion. Narrator John McDonoughs engaging performance lets you share in the excitement and camaraderie. Like Andrew Thale, you will want to linger in this mellow country haven. Members Reviews: Excellent Story and Narration! I loved and cherished every moment of this book. James McDonough narrated it and it was such a joy listening to him. He is like an old friend as he narrated the Mitford series by Jan Karon. Dorothy Gilman wrote the Mrs. Pollifax series which I also loved and adored. What a gift she has for transporting me to another place and time, to help me experience the story as if I were surrounded by it...I cannot wait to read more of her books, so I do not remain depressed since this book ended too quickly. Thales Folly was a joy, and I have bought the paperback book so I can share it with everyone. This book demonstrates the beauty of a simple, innocent life far away from the bustle of "reality" and worldly greed. The life these lovely people built, living off the land, and being in touch with nature, and their inherent knowledge that each person comes into your life on purpose, to help you fulfill your purpose and theirs, nothing happens accidentally, and your future cannot be what it will, without your past...all simple lessons, and ones we should be reminded of often. Great story!! Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I was drawn quickly into the story and my attention was held captive until the end. What about John McDonoughs performance did you like? I like his voice, he doesn't try to change for each character, but still reads so each person is distinct. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? No, but I looked forward to the times when I was able to listen. Delightful Intrigue If you like the feeling of curling up in front of a fire with a good book, then this is that sort of book. It is a charming mystery with little twists. It inspired me to make evening tea with fresh thyme I was growing in a pot on my porch; and I will never smell thyme again without remembering this story. Most satisfying tale This is one of the best books I've listened to by Dorothy Gilman. I've been a fan of the Mrs. Pollifax series (read by Barbara Rosenblat) for the last year and decided to listen to others by Ms. Gilman. However, my enjoyment was greatly enhanced by the reading style of John McDonough! Charming story with little twists and turns Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? This is not a violent or graphic novel. The plot and characters are interesting. Mr. McDonough's narration is wonderful.

The Sins of the Mother Audiobook by Danielle Steel

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Danielle Steel) — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 12:42:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Sins of the Mother Subtitle: A Novel Author: Danielle Steel Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 606 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Every woman makes choices. And no one has made more difficult choices than Olivia Grayson. The enormously successful businesswoman missed out on much of her childrens lives while she built her legendary home-furnishings empire. In Danielle Steels character-rich novel, Olivia faces the past, tries to balance the present and make amends where due, while still running her vastly successful business. As a way of making up to them for time lost, Olivia spends months each year planning a holiday that everyone in her family will enjoy. This summer she has arranged a dream trip in the Mediterranean on a luxurious yacht, which she hopes will be the most memorable vacation of all. Her lavish gesture every year expresses her love for them, and regret at all the important times she missed during her childrens younger years. Her younger daughter, Cassie, a hip London music producer, refuses the invitation altogether, as she does every year. Her older daughter, Liz, lives in her mothers shadow, with a terror of failure as she tries to recapture her dream of being a writer. And her sons, John and Phillip, work for Olivia, for better or worse, with wives who wish they didnt. In the splendor of the Riviera, this should be a summer to remember, with Olivias children, grandchildren, and daughters-in-law on board. But as with any family gathering, there are always surprises, and no matter how glamorous the setting, things dont always turn out as one hopes. Family dynamics are complicated, old disappointments die hard, and as forgiveness and surprising revelations enter into it, new bonds are formed, and the future takes on a brighter hue. And one by one, with lifes irony, Olivias children find themselves committing the same "sins" for which they blamed their mother for so many years. It is a summer of compassion, important lessons, and truth. The Sins of the Mother captures the many sides of family love: complex, challenging, funny, passionate, and hopefully enduring. Along the way, we are enthralled by an unforgettable heroine, a mother strong enough to take more than her fair share of the blame, wise enough to respect her children for who they really are, and forgiving enough to love them unconditionally. Members Reviews: Loved it What did you love best about The Sins of the Mother? The story, this is the best Danielle Steel book I have read in years. I rarely purchase her books if the narrater is male. I find a female suits this type of story so much more.I could not put this book down and will read it again.The story is so complete you enjoy every bit I just did not want it to end. It was a pleasure to listen too. I have some of her books with a male narrator but find them a trial it is like listening to a speech sometimes, particularly one male who is really bad.

Finding Me Audiobook by Judith Keim

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Judith Keim) — Mon, 22 May 2017 08:15:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Finding Me Subtitle: Salty Key Inn Series, Book 1 Author: Judith Keim Narrator: Angela Dawe Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 05-22-17 Publisher: Wild Quail Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Sheena Sullivan Morelli and her sisters, Darcy and Regan, receive the unexpected news that their Uncle Gavin Sullivan, the black sheep of the family, has left them a hotel on the Gulf coast of Florida. The gift comes with a twist. They must live together for one year at the hotel and prepare the hotel to receive guests within a year. Sheena, eager to escape her role of unappreciated wife and mother, can't wait for the opportunity to find herself. Dreams of sitting on the beach sipping margaritas are shattered when they see the property in need of renovation. But they begin their work of meeting the challenge. If they succeed, the bulk of Gavin's estate will be theirs. Facing the unexpected and working together, the three sisters learn a lot about each other and the gift of family love. Members Reviews: Fun story The story was fun. Fun to hear and fun to imagine I was part time of "the challenge". Did not like the daughter or her voice. Hurt my ears and wasn't keen on Darcy's voice. Sounded like a 70 year old smoker A delight that sneaks up on you Very much appreciated how the author built a realistic family story this reader could relate to and found the choice of narrators spot on and perfect. The blend of believable romance with the everyday problems of everyday people resulted in a very satisfactory story that made me want to go on to the next installment. Feel good and sappy summer read. Although the ending is a lead in to the next book of the series, this volume can be read as a stand alone. Just stops? Why the story just stops and leaves reader hanging? Is it to sell the next book in series? Narration distracting. I found the Boston characters having such heavy New Jersey accents to be very distracting.

Trail of Broken Wings Audiobook by Sejal Badani

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sejal Badani) — Fri, 01 May 2015 03:31:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Trail of Broken Wings Author: Sejal Badani Narrator: Karen Peakes Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2006 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: When her father falls into a coma, Indian American photographer Sonya reluctantly returns to the family she'd fled years before. Since she left home, Sonya has lived on the run, free of any ties, while her soft-spoken sister, Trisha, has created a perfect suburban life, and her ambitious sister, Marin, has built her own successful career. But as these women come together, their various methods of coping with a terrifying history can no longer hold their memories at bay. Buried secrets rise to the surface as their father - the victim of humiliating racism and perpetrator of horrible violence - remains unconscious. As his condition worsens, the daughters and their mother wrestle with private hopes for his survival or death, as well as their own demons and buried secrets. Told with forceful honesty, Trail of Broken Wings reveals the burden of shame and secrets, the toxicity of cruelty and aggression, and the exquisite, liberating power of speaking and owning truth. Members Reviews: Just Annoying What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you? i did not enjoy this book at all. Seemed like a Harlequin romance. "I miss him, but he's not mine to miss". He said to me, "I miss you". I replied, "But I'm not yours to miss". So annoying! What could Sejal Badani have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? It was too long with many unlikable characters. What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike? I liked her voice. Her accent fit the story perfectly. What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? Annoyance at the cliche relationships and the repetitiveness of phrases. I found the actions of many characters to be quite unbelievable. Any additional comments? I cannot recommend this book to anyone other than those who love a cheesy romance. What a powerful story! Beautifully read/ performed. Powerful book. Not for readers under 17; needs a mature mind to grasp all the nuances of abuse and its far reaching effects. Wonderful book, often kept me awake til wee hours off the morning while listening. Compelling story Stay with this story; it is worth it! The story starts of a bit slow, but rewards its readers with a compelling, complex story that I will be thinking about for a long while. Interesting concept falls short What did you like best about Trail of Broken Wings? What did you like least? The topic/concept was interesting, but the writing was trite and juvenile. What did you like best about this story? The book explored the topic of domestic abuse in a way I hadn't seen it handled before. Each person in the family was affected deeply, yet differently, by the abuse. Each had coped in a unique way, and the manifestation of their past pain was shown by each in a her own way. Would you listen to another book narrated by Karen Peakes? Probably not...I really disliked some of her characterizations. If this book were a movie would you go see it? Maybe. Remarkable Story of Family-Bridges all Cultures While it took two "starts" for me to get into this book, it has been a profoundly moving story of how evils within a family can affect everyone, even those in the next generation.

Night Music Audiobook by Jojo Moyes

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jojo Moyes) — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 15:18:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Night Music Author: Jojo Moyes Narrator: Clare Corbett Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-09 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 623 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: When its reclusive owner dies intestate, the Spanish House is left to his city-dwelling niece. For Isabel, recently widowed, the house is a potential lifeline - the only hope she has of providing for her two children without having to sell her most treasured possession. But for neighbour Matt McCarthy, the house is revenge - on the family who ruined his father. For his wife it's the key to the perfect family life, while a struggling property developer sees in it a whole new future. As desires clash and intertwine, lives and loves are demolished - and the Spanish House becomes a true folly indeed... Members Reviews: Hauntingly Beautiful Story of Human, Flawed People I really liked this story of a widow with two children who inherited a huge Spanish house in the country. Isabella, the young widow, whose deep passion for her violin and music, perhaps is too high a priority, has to learn a totally new way of life. But what I appreciated and most loved about the story was the honesty in which it was written. People DO have to go through hardships and work through grief in order to value what is most important in their lives. This isn't a cheap or tawdry tale, although there are some in the small town who make some unfortunate and selfish choices. There are MORE that make better choices and are loyal and end up doing right by their neighbors. The novel is hauntingly beautiful and meets my criteria of having an ending worth the wait. Jojo Moyes is my favorite. Any additional comments? Jojo Moyes is my favorite author now. I read one of her books and loved it so I tried another. most of the time I am disappointed in the next book I read by the same author, this time I was pleasantly surprised. So I dared to do it a third time and then a fourth. I have thoroughly enjoyed all of them and give them 4 stars each, something I rarely do. I enjoyed this story Night Music hit all the right notes (ha ha). :-) I really enjoyed the story and the narrator was very good. The story is good from the beginning to the end with no boring parts. I'm also glad the author knew when to end the story and did not extend it longer than necessary. Extremely valuable book! It was thanks to this book that I got all the windows in the house washed -- inside and out -- the garage floor swept and both the linen closet and the sewing room reorganized. I couldn't stop listening -- I had to find some way to justify taking the time to keep listening. This was my first exposure to Jojo Moyes -- never heard of her before, never come across any of her books before this one, when I rolled the dice on yet another really great Daily Deal. "Night Music" won't be the last -- except that I expect I'll listen to this one a few more times before I'm finished with it. It's funny, I see other reviewers saying that this isn't Moyes best book, which just blows my mind. Can't quite see how any of them could be better than this, but... hey, I'm willing to try. Maybe it's just me, but there's something about a battle over a house that attracts me. Another of my favorite books (not the film) is Andre Dubus III's "House of Sand and Fog" which also involves a house everyone wants, and the emotional pull such an embattled dwelling can bring about.

Swimming Lessons Audiobook by Mary Alice Monroe

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mary Alice Monroe) — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 12:06:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Swimming Lessons Author: Mary Alice Monroe Narrator: Mary Alice Monroe Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 131 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: It's been five years since the original turtle lady, old Miss Lovie Rutledge, passed away, but her legacy lives on with some special women, especially Toy and her daughter, young Little Lovie. Toy Sooner kept her graveside vow to her beloved mentor. She left behind an abusive, dysfunctional lifestyle to become a strong single mother and aquarist at the South Carolina Aquarium. But success has taken its toll, leaving Toy fearful of change and risks. Caretta Rutledge, Florence Prescott and Emmaline Baker have all experienced loss. This summer, with each other's friendship and support, they will try to make their dreams a reality. The turtle season begins the day Toy rescues a sick sea turtle on the beach. When Toy brings the loggerhead to the aquarium, she begins a turtle hospital with the help of her boss, Ethan. As the summer progresses and the sea turtles take their measured steps toward healing and freedom Toy, Cara, Flo and Emmi must find their own strength to face their fears and move courageously toward their futures. Mary Alice Monroe delivers another deeply satisfying novel written with an eye to nature and keen insights into the connections between women. Members Reviews: Right from my life Having grown up near Isle of Palms, I found this story vividly real. It was as if she dipped into my life and pulled out segments. I found the alligorical nature of the story a beautiful thing. Thank you Mary Alice Monroe for the gift of this story. Great! I have read/listened to this book 3 or 4 times. And listen to it again. A Turtle Education I have read all the 'Turtle Books'. First two were interesting and I enjoyed learning about the Sea Turtles.The characters were great with a lot of depth but by the time I got here I was just sick and tired of turtles and the characters had gone from a 10 to who are these people and why should I care. Continuing reconciliation Great multifaceted story to continue the story of turtle rescue and finding home to finish the trilogy Toy comes out on top Any additional comments? Toy Story is a wonderful, strong woman. Surrounded by friends - Cara, Emmie, Flo, Ethan, Bret, the ghost of Ms. Lovie, and Little Lovie - Toy moves through life with strength and purpose. She doesn't let her past or her mistakes weigh her down, but learns to make better choices as she learns through the world of her beloved loggerhead turtles. I was glad to read more of the women I had fallen in love with in "The Beach House."

Omerta Audiobook by Mario Puzo

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mario Puzo) — Fri, 18 May 2012 22:14:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Omerta Author: Mario Puzo Narrator: Michael Imperioli Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 05-18-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 125 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Mario Puzo spent the last three years of his life writing Omerta, the concluding installment in his saga about power and morality in America. In The Godfather, he introduced us to the Corleones. In The Last Don, he told the wicked tale of the Clericuzios. In Omerta, Puzo chronicles the affairs of the Apriles, a family on the brink of legitimacy in a world of criminals. Don Raymonde Aprile is an old man wily enough to retire gracefully from organized crime after a lifetime of ruthless conquest. Having kept his three children at a distance, he's ensured that they are now respectable members of the establishment: Valerius is an army colonel who teaches at West Point, Marcantonio is an influential TV network executive, and Nicole is a corporate litigator with a weakness for pro bono cases to fight the death penalty. To protect them from harm, and to maintain his entrée into the legitimate world of international banking, Don Aprile has adopted a "nephew" from Sicily, Astorre Viola, whose legal guardian made the unfortunate decision to commit suicide in the trunk of a car. Astorre is an unlikely enforcera macaroni importer with a fondness for riding stallions and recording Italian ballads with his band. Though Don Aprile's retirement is seen as a business opportunity by his last Mafia rival, Timmona Portella, it is viewed with suspicion by Kurt Cilke, the FBI's special agent in charge of investigating organized crime. Cilke has achieved remarkable success in breaking down the bonds between families, cultivating high-ranking sources who in return for federal protection have violated omertaSicilian for "code of silence", the vow among men of honor that, until recently, kept them from betraying their secrets to the authorities. As Cilke and the FBI mount their campaign to wipe out the Mafia once and for all, Astorre Viola and the Apriles find themselves in the midst of one last war, a conflict in which it is hard to distinguish who, if anyone, is on the right side of the law, and whether mercy or vengeance is the best course of action. Rich with suspense, dark humor, and the larger-than-life characters who have turned Mario Puzo's novels into modern myths, Omertais a powerful epitaph for the Mafia in a new century, and a final triumph for a great American storyteller. Critic Reviews: "[A] deft and passionate last novel by the Balzac of the Mafia." (Time) "A splendid piece of crime fiction.... A fitting cap to a tremendous career.... Through it all, Puzo keeps the heat on and keeps the reader enthralled with his characters and his story." (The Denver Post) Members Reviews: Just brilliant! I was deeply saddened when the story came to an end. I am surprised this wasn't turned into a movie. Woooow! not the godfather but very entertaining . Very good story . holds your attention and goes by too fast. strongly recommend to any Puzo fan Great riveting story. The story was great and capturing. Puzo has a great ability to weave a tale. Somehow, in listening through all of Puzo, this one feels like an abridgement of itself. Michael Imperioli brings something nicely young to the character of Astoria. But overall, he reads too fast and this makes the sumptuousness of Puzo's storytelling seem like so much exposition. And then, ultimately, I missed his Puzo's long digressions into each character's world.

The Forever Summer Audiobook by Jamie Brenner

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jamie Brenner) — Tue, 25 Apr 2017 07:05:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Forever Summer Author: Jamie Brenner Narrator: Amy McFadden Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 04-25-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 195 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The discovery of long-buried secrets brings three generations of women together to Cape Cod for the summer homecoming of a lifetime. Marin Bishop has always played by the rules, and it's paid off: On the cusp of 30, she has a handsome fiancé, a prestigious Manhattan legal career, and her father's hard-won admiration. But with one careless mistake at work, Marin suddenly finds herself unemployed and alone. Before she can summon the courage to tell her parents, a young woman appears, claiming to be Marin's half sister. Seeking answers, Marin agrees to join her on a soul-searching journey to Cape Cod, to meet the family she didn't even know she had. As the summer unfolds at her grandmother's beachside B and B, it becomes clear that her half sister's existence is just the first in a series of truths that will shake Marin's beliefs - in love and in her own identity - to the core. Filled with shocking revelations, heartfelt romance, and resilient women banding together against the most unexpected twists of fate, The Forever Summer is an emotionally resonant story and a delicious escape for any season. Critic Reviews: "An engaging and emotional read with characters who stay with you, this is a good fit for fans of Elin Hilderbrand, beach reads, and women's stories." (Booklist) "Just when Marin's engagement and career start unraveling, an at-home genetic test confuses things even more - and clues her in to a family she never knew she had." (Cosmopolitan) "Soap-opera twists and turns are tempered with the believable goodness of the characters, the messiness of their journeys, and just a hint of unpredictability as events unfold.... Engaging and not too fluffy, an excellent choice for summer vacation reading." (Kirkus Review) Members Reviews: Summer chick lit beach read at its finest! Well written and pleasant narration....I liked all the characters and story lines. Kept me listening to the very end. I'm hoping there's a sequel! Great light easy read I liked this book a lot. It was easy to listen to and not too sappy or heavy but just kept you interested. Great beach read. Take This One To The Beach As we all get more involved with instant communications, it gets harder for authors to get a good conflict going in a contemporary setting since theoretically, any character could get in touch with or find another person/character at just about any time. This book deals with a lot of travel and long distances -- both emotionally and geographically -- so Jamie Brenner could have easily dropped the tension in several plot lines by just giving into a Skype scene or a mobile phone ringing. But she doesn't and the book works. So I give Jamie Brenner kudos for getting a good plot going. (And for incorporating into the plot and believably utilizing tech contrivances, for that matter.) She also outlines very real characters. The novel uses intrigues involving genetics and ancestry and what a "family" can be, depending on your definition.. not a new idea but this story is well fleshed out. A GREAT beach read. Not too heavy and has several layers of romance to keep you going. Didn't want it to end. Loved this book. Great characters, great content, great atmosphere. The narrator was amazing.

Left Neglected Audiobook by Lisa Genova

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Lisa Genova) — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 20:01:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Left Neglected Author: Lisa Genova Narrator: Sarah Paulson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 01-04-11 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 838 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Sarah Nickerson is like any other career-driven supermom in Welmont, the affluent Boston suburb where she leads a hectic but charmed life with her husband Bob, faithful nanny, and three childrenLucy, Charlie, and nine-month-old Linus. Between recruiting the best and brightest minds as the vice president of human resources at Berkley Consulting; shuttling the kids to soccer, day care, and piano lessons; convincing her sons teacher that he may not, in fact, have ADD; and making it home in time for dinner, its a wonder this over-scheduled, over-achieving Harvard graduate has time to breathe. A self-confessed balloon about to burst, Sarah miraculously manages every minute of her life like an air traffic controller. Until one fateful day, while driving to work and trying to make a phone call, she looks away from the road for one second too long. In the blink of an eye, all the rapidly moving parts of her jam-packed life come to a screeching halt. A traumatic brain injury completely erases the left side of her world, and for once, Sarah relinquishes control to those around her, including her formerly absent mother. Without the ability to even floss her own teeth, she struggles to find answers about her past and her uncertain future. Now, as she wills herself to regain her independence and heal, Sarah must learn that her real destinyher new, true lifemay in fact lie far from the world of conference calls and spreadsheets. And that a happiness and peace greater than all the success in the world is close within reach, if only she slows down long enough to notice. Editorial Reviews: Wife, mother, and hyper-driven, multitasking Sarah Nickerson, a 37-year-old Harvard Business School grad, is so controlled she limits her crying to five minutes twice a month behind her office desk. She travels to China on business, and still signs permission slips on time. Left Neglected, by Lisa Genova, discerningly chronicles Sarah both before and after a devastating brain injury blots out the left side of her world. Actor Sarah Paulson, always an incandescent force, narrates here with such disarming openness that Left Neglected superficially about a preppy modern mommy of three finding grace through catastrophe gathers enough texture to unfold a richly moving rebirth. Left Neglected is easy to latch onto, largely because Paulson projects Sarah Nickerson as endearingly insecure and goofy. By pebbling her pre-car crash, pre-head trauma Sarah voice with urgency and strain, Paulson revs up pacing to mirror the choking rhythms of her characters hurried schedule. Yet the recovering Sarah is looser and less uncensored as Paulson unknots her anxious cadences in a gradual fade. We relax around this Sarah who cracks pun-laced jokes with her rehab therapists and grieves as deeply for the skinny jeans she can no longer button at the waist, as having to relearn using the bathroom alone. While Left Neglected is Sarahs story, Paulson astutely rescues the ensemble players Sarahs jittery, apologetic mother Helen, and her innately decent husband Bob from the fringes. She pitches Bob as honorable and magnetic in his own right, a cool guy whose empathy eventually collapses into panicked resentment as Sarahs lost income capsizes the family finances. Helen, on the other hand, begs to be Sarahs rock, atoning for her indifference the last 30 years. My life can be fully lived with less, Sarah observes, well into her healing journey.

An Artificial Night Audiobook by Seanan McGuire

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Seanan McGuire) — Sun, 12 Sep 2010 09:50:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: An Artificial Night Subtitle: An October Daye Novel, Book 3 Author: Seanan McGuire Narrator: Mary Robinette Kowal Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 972 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Changeling knight in the court of the Duke of Shadowed Hills, October Toby Daye has survived numerous challenges that would destroy fae and mortal alike. Now Toby must take on a nightmarish new assignment. Someone is stealing both fae and mortal children and all signs point to Blind Michael. When the young son of Tobys closest friends is snatched from their Northern California home and his sister falls into a coma-like state, the situation becomes way too personal. Toby has no choice but to track the villains down, even when there are only three magical roads by which to reach Blind Michaels realm home of the legendary Wild Hunt and no road may be taken more than once. If she cannot escape with all the children before the candle that guides and protects her burns away, Toby herself will fall prey to the Wild Hunt and Blind Michaels inescapable power. And it doesnt bode well for the success of her mission that her own personal Fetch, May Daye - the harbinger of Tobys own death has suddenly turned up on her doorstep. Members Reviews: Misleading Description Book 2 / Book 3 I thought I had this book already, because the description noted was for Book 2, A Local Habitation, in which Toby investigates January's problems in the Country of Tamed Lightening. This is Book 3, An Artificial Night. Correct description: Toby is dismayed to encounter her frighteningly upbeat Fetch, May Daye, a magical doppelgänger heralding her imminent demise. Hot on its heels comes the discovery that Blind Michael, lord of the Wild Hunt, has kidnapped a number of fae and human children--including several whom Toby considers family--to replenish his riders. Enjoyable addition to the series. The Best Fairy Story I've Ever Read I purchased "An Artificial Night" after listening to the first two books on my iPod. I loved this book! The characters were well developed and the plot was excellent! The book has strong sequencing and the arc of the story was wonderful. I've read many, many SF-F books from all the highly acclaimed authors and this ranks right up with the best of them. Purchase this title. You'll be glad you did. Third in Series and Quite Good By the time I'm writing this the October Daye series has reached at least 7 books so I'm a bit behind, or I've been reading them out of order, which is entirely possible. Except for some references that I had to look up, the book stands alone pretty well. I generally like Seanan McGuire's writing though and I thought this story about children, Fae and human being stolen from their beds is fresh and interesting. The story opens with October meeting her fetch-- the look alike who appears to someone before her death. The fetch is named May Daye which is painful given the fact that May is the opposite month from October and the use of May Day as code for a distress signal. Then the children of friends of her is stolen and Toby sets out to rescue them. While it's not the greatest Urban Fantasy I have ever read it is quite good and entertaining. Mary Robinette Kowal also does a good job with the narration. I found this an engrossing experience. Deliciously darker than the first two. Note: Even tho this is Book 3 in the series, it works mostly fine as a stand alone.

Paris Still Life Audiobook by Rosalind Brackenbury

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rosalind Brackenbury) — Mon, 01 Jan 2018 06:31:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Paris Still Life Subtitle: A Novel Author: Rosalind Brackenbury Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 01-01-18 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: After the death of her art dealer father, 40-year-old Gaby Greenwood's unmoored grief drives her to Paris alone, leaving her American husband behind. Where better for an existential crisis than the city so many artists have loved? Walking through the streets, she sees a man with white hair and a worn corduroy jacket - a dead ringer for her late father. A ghost? Or has mourning driven her mad? Then she receives a letter from a woman she never knew existed - her father's lover of three decades. The mysterious Françoise has been entrusted with her father's last gift to Gaby, a valuable 17th-century still life. The woman is also the bearer of so many of her father's secrets. But when Gaby takes a French lover, she starts to question everything she ever knew about her father and her own double life: America or Paris, husband or lover, old life or a new, reimagined one? Members Reviews: ...a bit of a trial!... Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? The story had an engaging plot.. What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting? The setting was the most interesting aspect of this story... Would you listen to another book narrated by Cassandra Campbell? No, I would not listen to another book narrated by Cassandra Campbell...it was a bit of a trial getting past the voice of this author and the various accents created for each character, to be able to enjoy the story...not sure to what extent the voice/accent (negatively) coloured my enjoyment ... Was Paris Still Life worth the listening time? Yes, I guess so in the end...it certainly made me aware of how the voice of the audible narrator can impact upon enjoyment of a story...

Big Fish Audiobook by Daniel Wallace

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Daniel Wallace) — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 14:11:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Big Fish Subtitle: A Novel of Mythic Proportions Author: Daniel Wallace Narrator: Tom Stechschulte Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 04-15-11 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 118 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Writer and illustrator Daniel Wallace has published stories in various literary magazines. Big Fish is a novel reminiscent of Garrison Keillor and Mark Twain. It is a surprising work, filled with imagination, homespun humor, and hyperbole. Edward Bloom, an aging salesman, is dying. As his grown son, William, cares for him, the young man tries to focus on what he knows about his fathers life. Story after story surfaces in Williams memory, and he shares mythic visions of a fantastic father who was loved by alla man who was the best runner, fisherman, businessman, and adventurer in the world. Big Fish tells these tall tales of Edward Blooms life. Punctuated with his vast repertory of jokes, they set the stage for Edwards final, wonderful transformation. Critic Reviews: "In a plainspoken style dotted with transcendent passages, Wallace mixes the mundane and the mythical. His chapters have the transformative quality of fable and fairy tale, and the novel's roomy structure allows the mystery and lyricism of the story to coalesce." ( Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: movie was better the ending in the film was so much better, although a great book. I did enjoy the movie much more and it remains my favorite film great story If you like the movie, you will love the book just as much, I promise you. A good book that became a great movie The movie has been a favorite of mine for a few years now and so I thought I'd listen to the book. The book is pretty good (although not as great as the movie) and is a nice companion to the movie in my opinion. A lot of the things in the book that don't contradict things in the movie can easily be imagined to have happened off-screen in the movie. I'm probably the rare person that doesn't care much for audiobook readers vocally "acting out" the book, trying to use different voices. I find it to be distracting. I prefer when the readers use more of a "blank tone of voice". But, other than that, I really enjoyed listening to this. The reading was fantastic. The book isn't I had to hear this for an essay. The story is interesting but not my cup of tea. Go see the movie!!! Any additional comments? I have loved the movie since I first saw it. My compliments to the screenwriter! The book was disappointingly bad -- dark, disjointed and unreadable. Save your money and rent the movie instead.

In the Company of Others Audiobook by Jan Karon

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jan Karon) — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 21:30:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: In the Company of Others Author: Jan Karon Narrator: Erik Singer Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 10-19-10 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 545 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Jan Karon's new series, launched with her New York Times best-selling Home to Holly Springs, thrilled legions of Mitford devotees, and also attracted a whole new set of fans. "Lovely," said USA Today. "Rejoice!" said The Washington Post. In this second novel, Father Tim and Cynthia arrive in the west of Ireland, intent on researching his Kavanagh ancestry from the comfort of a charming fishing lodge. The charm, however, is broken entirely when Cynthia startles a burglar and sprains her already injured ankle. Then a cherished and valuable painting is stolen from the lodge owners, and Cynthia's pain pales in comparison to the wound at the center of this bitterly estranged Irish family. In the Company of Others is a moving testament to the desperate struggle to hide the truth at any cost and the powerful need to confess. Of all her winning novels, Jan Karon says this "dark-haired child" is her favorite - a sentiment listeners everywhere are certain to share. Members Reviews: Disappointed I have always loved the Father Tim series but I must be listening to a different book than the one others have rated. I'm on chapter 11 and find the story boring; I miss John McDonough, who read the other books. Erik Singer's voice seems too young. I tolerated him in the last book but this is it for me. I may have to try this book again in print form to see if I like it more.. Good as ever, but.... I was disappointed at the change in reader. I have come to love the voice characterizations and rhythms of John McDonough. If I had not already listened to the entire rest of the series, I would not have cared; but the change was a little off-putting for me. Otherwise, a typically enjoyable Father Tim book. Nothing like the rest of the books It was a real struggle to make it through this book. The narrator was OK, although other reviewed disliked him. I do prefer John McDonough however. Bottom line, this story was just plain BORING. Too many people and names tossed about made it confusing, as did all the Irish dialect. I've listened to all the Mitford books up to this point and have enjoyed them until this one. What a disappointment. Not like the others I really did not enjoy this book. It still had Father Tim saving the day with his well meaning spirit, but I could've done with this one in the series. Such a disappointment. I just could not get into it. However if you have Irish heritage, you might enjoy it. Classic Karon What made the experience of listening to In the Company of Others the most enjoyable? I always love the warmth of Father Tim's relationship with his wife, Cynthia. Their late-in-life love seems to keep him perpetually amazed by his great good luck. As trite as it may seem, I find this very deeply reassuuring that life can always hold one more surprise. Who was your favorite character and why? My favorite character is always Father Tim. What about Erik Singers performance did you like? It took a while to get over the disappointment at the change of readers. Although Erik Singer is very good I imagine many listeners would enjoy having McDonough back. If you could rename In the Company of Others, what would you call it? To Home and Back

A Common Life Audiobook by Jan Karon

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jan Karon) — Fri, 05 Aug 2005 22:32:33 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Common Life Subtitle: The Wedding Story Author: Jan Karon Narrator: Dana Ivey Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 08-05-05 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 376 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Mitford's Lord's Chapel seats barely two hundred souls, yet millions of Jan Karon's fans will be there for the most joyful event in years: the wedding of Father Tim Kavanagh and Cynthia Coppersmith. Here at last is A Common Life, and the long-awaited answers to these deeply probing questions: Will Father Tim fall apart when he takes his vows? Will Cynthia make it to the church on time? Who'll arrange the flowers and bake the wedding cake? And will Uncle Billy's prayers for a great joke be answered in time for the reception? All the beloved Mitford characters will be there: Dooley Barlowe, Miss Sadie and Louella, Emma Newland, the mayor; in short, everybody who's anybody in the little town with the big heart. A Common Life is the perfect gift for Mother's Day, Father's Day, anniversaries, and for a bride or groom to give to his or her beloved. In truth, it's perfect for anyone who believes in laughter, relies on hope, and celebrates love. Members Reviews: Disappointed in narrator I love all the Mitford books, have listened to all of them several times, and the only reason why I didn't give this a full 5 stars was because of the narrator. I love John McDonough's narration and his realization of the characters, and really felt the lack in this narration by Dana Ivey. I wish I had realized this version was not narrated by John McDonough before I bought it. What a disappointment- wish I'd given this a pass! Any additional comments? I'm afraid the new narrator, Dana Ivey, for this book in the series just wasn't up to the task. John McDonough has narrated all the Mitford books until now and has done a masterful job. In my mind he is Father Tim and all the characters in Mitford sparkle in his voice. In this book the story felt disjointed, the characters not themselves and the reading was flat, lifeless and horribly one dimensional. I think the timing was just off-- lacking pauses and inflection and phrasing usually provided by the narrator. Also be aware the book feels like it was written as an afterthought. It is listed as coming after A New Song (1999) but that isn't where the story fits. I think it should be before Out to Canaan (1997). I don't want to be a plot spoiler--so I won't elaborate--but be aware that if you want the story in order the list is wrong. But--to me--it's more than just being out of order, more than a really poor narration, the whole thing just isn't up to Karon's lovely collection of books. Disappointed in this book. What would have made A Common Life better? This book should have come earlier in the series and the narrator of this book sucked. Her voice was annoying and didn't fit the characters at all. Not like the earlier books at all. Has A Common Life turned you off from other books in this genre? No Would you be willing to try another one of Dana Iveys performances? NO Any additional comments? They need to stay with the same person narrating the series. The first 5 books in the series were a true delight; this one, not so much. Would never have listened to any of the other books in the series had this been the first one I listened to. I LOVE the Mitford Series! I often listen and read I LOVE the Mitford Series! I often listen and read these books and over again. it is so much like going home.

V for Vendetta Audiobook by Alan Moore

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alan Moore) — Wed, 22 Mar 2006 21:48:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: V for Vendetta Author: Alan Moore Narrator: Simon Vance Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 03-22-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2316 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Imagine a Britain stripped of democracy, a world of the not-too-distant future in which freedom has been surrendered willingly to a totalitarian regime which rose to power by exploiting the people's worst fears and most damning weaknesses. This is the setting for the parable of Evey, a young woman saved from death by a masked man calling himself V. Beguiling and dangerous, V ignites the fuse of revolution when he urges his fellow citizens to shed the blanket of tyranny and oppression that they have permitted themselves to be cloaked in. While those in power take steps to neutralize the threat, police pursue the mystery of V, unaware of the terrible truth that awaits them. But it is Evey who, with V as her enigmatic guide, sets out on the painful path of deception and self-discovery, deconstruction and re-creation, vindication and vengeance. Novelization by Steve Moore, based on the graphic novel illustrated by David Lloyd and published by Vertigo/DC Comics. Based on the screenplay written by the Wachowski Brothers. Members Reviews: Visceral Vindictive Vicarious Vicissitudes? Audio: Excellent. Narrator has a British accent, as appropriate for the context of the book, and was easily understood by this American listener. This is a dramatization, and the narrator does "voices in character", but there is no music except at the title introduction of each of the two audio segments. (I personally don't care for music-enhanced dramas in audiobooks) Content: The audio intro says this book is based on the graphic novel based on the screenplay by the Wachowski Brothers. As such this is a VERY in-depth, fleshed-out and thoughtful portrayal. After listening one would think that the based-ons could easily have been reversed, as this book is not a mere description of a movie, but an insightful exploration of all the themes and issues. My highest kudos to the author for doing so. I had seen the movie previously and look forward to seeing it again, as the book seems faithful to the plot, to my recollection. As a story, both book and movie have a near-term, futuristic setting with enough mystery, suspense, and action that appeals to my personal tastes. Fascism, anarchy, and "V"engence certainly give it a serious side, with enough references to current day England and several pointed jabs at America to express its opinions. I highly recommend it as a thought-provoking AND entertaining tale. Excellent I like a good dystopia. 1984 is my favourite work of fiction and I listen to it several times avery year. This work is not quite at the same standard but is pretty close because it is, sadly, just as plausible as Orwell's vision. A bit wierd to have a book based on a comic (graphic novel) which was itself based on a film script but it never feels like its derived from anything else. It feels like an original and very well constructed original idea.

Maggie Audiobook by Charles Martin

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charles Martin) — Tue, 06 Jun 2017 20:46:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Maggie Subtitle: The Sequel to The Dead Don't Dance Author: Charles Martin Narrator: Adam Verner Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 06-06-17 Publisher: Thomas Nelson Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 53 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Life began again for Dylan Styles when his beloved wife Maggie awoke from a coma. A coma brought on by the intense two-day labor that resulted in heartbreaking loss. In this poignant love story that is redolent with Southern atmosphere, Dylan and Maggie must come to terms with their past before they can embrace their future. Members Reviews: Returning Im a Charles Martin fan. Ive listened to all his books and the last 2 have been disappointing. Especially this one, which I'm returning not finnished. Listened to 17 chapters and I've been bored, my mind wanders and still havent got anywhere. To wordy, to in depth about everything. The narrator is at time to feminine sounding, I just dont like that in a mans voice. Kind is fine, feminine yuk. ORIGINAL PUBLISH DATE 2006 This book was originally published in 2006, which accounts for the sophomoric writing. The story is jam-packed with similes, clichés, and/or metaphors. It's funny but these grammar basics are sometimes repeated later on in the story. It appears that the original 2006 publication was never professionally edited. I have enjoyed many of Charles Martins' books but this is not one of them. Fantastic Never disappointed with a Charles Martin book! Another wonderful tale that kept me hooked to the end! loved loved loved it. Charles Martin does it again Can't wait for his next book. They are uplifting and inspiring. I've read them all. not feeling it hubby and i have listened to 5-6 books by this author....we have really enjoyed all of them, until this one. neither one of us could get into it.

The Keep Audiobook by Jennifer Egan

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jennifer Egan) — Fri, 31 Aug 2007 07:27:35 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Keep Author: Jennifer Egan Narrator: Jeff Gurner, Geneva Carr Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-07 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 177 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Amid extreme paranoia and eerie silence, the men reenact the signal event of their youth, with even more catastrophic results. And as the full horror of their predicament unfolds, a third party - a prisoner, jailed for an unnamed crime - recounts an unforgettable story that brings the crimes of the past and present into stunning alignment. Critic Reviews: "A clever, quirky novel." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Wish I could read it for the first time again This novel is incredibly well written. Ms Egan has a wonderful way of describing a situation and the character's state of mind succinctly and with crystal clarity. This was one novel that I was happy to finish to see what happens, but was sad too because now it's over. A dream, a nightmare, reality? A fantastic story that plays with reality; don't read this if you are looking for a straight-forward plot. Read this to be excited, confused, concerned, and to be challenged. Egan's prose is, as usual, incredible and innovative. While this book raises deeper questions, and does a decent job of exploring "what is real," my main reaction was enjoyment. This book is fun. (Not sure what that says about me...) The narration is very good; two narrators are better than one! Such a unique author At first I wasn't quite sure what I think of this book, but I wasn't about to put it down. Egan unfolds the story within a story in an intriguing, subtly mind blowing way and leaves you wondering about all the forms of confinement that we inflict on others and ourselves. Until I was deeply into the book, I wasn't empathizing with the narrator, but she got me in the end, and that was a surprise. Better than Ruin As far as I'm concerned The Keep succeeds where Ruin failed miserably. It kept the mystery going from beginning to end and all was plausible at the final page. An altogether satisfying book. A stunning story from a brilliant writer If you could sum up The Keep in three words, what would they be? Elusive, familiar...right. Listening to The Keep is like having a dream. Everything seems familiar and yet, slightly strange in a way you can't quite put your finger on. The feeling of excitement and discovery stays with you the whole way through. Who was your favorite character and why? The characters are written, and performed, so well that I cannot choose.

What Is the What Audiobook by Dave Eggers

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Dave Eggers) — Tue, 04 Sep 2007 20:54:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: What Is the What Author: Dave Eggers Narrator: Dion Graham Format: Unabridged Length: 20 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 09-04-07 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1310 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Valentino's travels, truly Biblical in scope, bring him in contact with government soldiers, Janjaweed-like militias, liberation rebels, hyenas and lions, disease and starvation, and a string of unexpected romances. Ultimately, Valentino finds safety in Kenya and, just after the millennium, is finally resettled in the United States, from where this novel is narrated. In this book, written with expansive humanity and surprising humor, we come to understand the nature of the conflicts in Sudan, the refugee experience in America, the dreams of the Dinka people, and the challenge one indomitable man faces in a world collapsing around him. Critic Reviews: "Engrossing." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: A Story Aching to be Told Since the title of the book doesn't give much away, all I knew about this book was that I kept saw it on several critics' lists of books everyone should read. It wasn't until I picked up a paperback copy and read the first few pages that I decided I had to read/listen to it. The first few pages in print swept me into the story of Valentino Achak Deng but the expert narration by Dion Graham made this not quite biographical, not quite fictional book come truly alive. This is a story about one of the Lost Boys of Sudan. I have met one of the Lost Boys and heard his story as he told it in around forty minutes. This is the story he might have told if he had days to tell about his life and not merely minutes. It doesn't matter whether the listener knows nothing about the civil war in Sudan or a great deal. It is ultimately a human story, one that needs to be heard. This is also America's story - about how the US appears to people half a world away and the things we can and cannot do for other nations. At times it is a heartbreaking story but it is so much more than that. The book may not be 100% factual; however it is completely true. It is true because it is never afraid to display the world as it is: wonderful, terrifying, unfair, generous, compassionate, horrifying and hopeful. Beautiful Having read the highly self-referential A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius a few months ago, I had no idea what to expect from Eggers in a novel about a Sudanese refugee. I couldn't imagine how the same writing style would work on that topic. But Eggers plays it straight this time and simply tells a story. And it's a beautiful, moving story told with thoughtfulness, compassion, and a sense of humor. The narrative of the central character, Valentino, doesn't fail to convey the horrors of the Sudan conflict, but neither does it beat the reader over the head with tragedy. Valentino's calm voice instead makes East Africa (and the American experience of an African immigrant) real, impressing the reader with the fact that the Sudanese are as colorful, complex, and rich in their lives as anyone else. The fact that Valentino's both remarkably aware and astonishingly naive as a character makes him a fascinating witness to this turbulent history. A wonderful book. As far as the audio aspect of the novel goes, the reader did a great job with Valentino's accents and mannerisms, as well as those of Afro-American characters.

Good in Bed Audiobook by Jennifer Weiner

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jennifer Weiner) — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 07:55:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Good in Bed Author: Jennifer Weiner Narrator: Laura Hicks Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 03-20-12 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 628 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Cannie Shapiro never wanted to be famous. The smart, sharp, plus-sized pop culture reporter was perfectly content writitng about other people's lives in the pages of the Philadlphia Examiner. But the day she opened up a national women's magazine to find out that her ex-boyfriend has been chronicling their ex-sex life is the day her life changes forever. Loving a larger woman is an act of courage in our world, Bruce has written. And Cannie - who never knew that Bruce saw her as a larger woman, or thought that loving her was an act of courage - is plunged into misery, and into the most amazing year of her life. Radiant with wit, bursting with surprises, and written with bite and bittersweet humor, Jennifer Weiner reaches beyond Cannie's story and into the heart of every woman. Gut-level real and laugh-out-loud funny, Good in Bed celebrates the courage of the human spirit and features an unbelievably funny cast of supporting characters, the strangest dog you'll ever encounter, and a heroine you'll never forget. Critic Reviews: "Funny, zippy, and unflinchingly honest, Good In Bed is a powerhouse debut for Jennifer Weiner. I consumed this extra-large portion of a book in one sitting, rooting for Cannie the heroine and willing horrible atrocities on her ex-boyfriend. Some big surprises kept the pages flying; I grinned the whole way through. Good In Bed can only be described as deeply satisfying." (Valerie Frankel Author of Smart vs. Pretty) "[Good in Bed's] Cannie emerges as one of the most engaging realistic female characters in years...Weiner's smoothly written novel is stuffed with dialogue that rings with humor and truth." ( Entertainment Weekly) Members Reviews: Pretty Serious Stuff.... If you could sum up Good in Bed in three words, what would they be? Emotional, heavy, well-written Who was your favorite character and why? I feel that it's kind of important to like the main charater (which I did) in order to even finish a book, but Maxie was my favorite charater. She's a good friend and a genuine person inspite of her profession and the living in the impossible world of Hollywood. Have you listened to any of Laura Hickss other performances before? How does this one compare? I haven't, but she was really good! Her performance was dry, which was perfect for Canny's charater. She did an excellent job with her charater voices. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? There were alot of moving moments in this book. This story provoked alot of emotion for me, I laughed, cried (well ok, not actually cried), it made me angry, and suprised me. Yes there were a few twists and turns, some "I didn't see that coming" yet I felt a bit misguided by the synopsis and felt the other reviews left out alot about the general feeling of this book. I personally did not find this book lighthearted or funny (in general), it was a very emotional book, a story about one woman's struggle with how to deal with her abondment issues, her struggle with her body image, and finding love and lasting joy. Canny has a dry witty, sarcastic sence of humor, she has many amusing "one liners" that contributes to the humor in this story, but I would NOT consider this to be a funny book (which is what I was looking for).

The Goldfinch Audiobook by Donna Tartt

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Donna Tartt) — Tue, 22 Oct 2013 18:36:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Goldfinch Author: Donna Tartt Narrator: David Pittu Format: Unabridged Length: 32 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 10-22-13 Publisher: Hachette Audio UK Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 393 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Winner of the Pulitzer Prize For Fiction 2014 Longlisted Baileys Womens Prize 2014 Audie Award Finalist, Literary Fiction, 2013 Aged 13, Theo Decker, son of a devoted mother and a reckless, largely absent father, survives an accident that otherwise tears his life apart. Alone and rudderless in New York, he is taken in by the family of a wealthy friend. He is tormented by an unbearable longing for his mother, and down the years clings to one thing that reminds him of her: a small, strangely captivating painting that ultimately draws him into the criminal underworld. As he grows up, Theo learns to glide between the drawing rooms of the rich and the dusty antiques store where he works. He is alienated and in love - and his talisman, the painting, places him at the centre of a narrowing, ever more dangerous circle. The Goldfinch is a haunted odyssey through present-day America and a drama of enthralling power. Combining unforgettably vivid characters and thrilling suspense, it is a beautiful, addictive triumph - a sweeping story of loss and obsession, of survival and self-invention, of the deepest mysteries of love, identity and fate. Members Reviews: Such an exquisite story, I didn't want it to end David Pittu is brilliant in evoking all the different characters, and just like the painting the book has been named after, this book will remain a masterpiece to be savoured into the future. The Goldfinch I found this book annoying on several levels. We are told of a disaster looming in Theo's life early in the book but the time taken to get to the deails of the event nearly drove me crazy. I found the narrators monotone voice nearly put me to sleep, especially bad as I was on a long drive. Finally I find books about people on a path of self destruction very irrating and the insights I got into drug induced minds wasn't for me. This book is not for me. Would you try another book from Donna Tartt and/or David Pittu? No for Donna Tartt and yes for David Pittu. He is a great narrator. Would you ever listen to anything by Donna Tartt again? No Which character as performed by David Pittu was your favorite? The Russian Do you think The Goldfinch needs a follow-up book? Why or why not? No, The Story could have been told with half the words. There was way too much description (poetry does it better) and the characters aren't that interesting. Any additional comments? Donna Tartt has an audience and some people clearly love the book but it didn't engage me. I lost interest in the story and the characters. That doesn't mean it is poorly written. There is gold in the ore but you have to work to find it. Maaan, it's good! The Goldfinch. Wow! What can I say. In the words of our Australian music guru, Molly Meldrum, I will say, guys, we have a hit on our hands. Yep, I believe this book has got to be a best seller, long term a breaker of records. Man, it's good! Plus, the narration is brilliant. Beautifully written This is a delightfully crafted tale about choices and their consequences. The simple decision to talk to a friend while he smoked a cigarette on school grounds results in a life altering event for Theo Decker. All subsequent decisions set the stage for less than savoury entanglements.

Snobs Audiobook by Julian Fellowes

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Julian Fellowes) — Mon, 31 Jan 2005 14:33:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Snobs Author: Julian Fellowes Narrator: Richard Morant Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 01-31-05 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 528 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In a tale that mixes contemporary Jane Austen with the brilliant social commentary of Gosford Park, Julian Fellowes chronicles Edith's rise and fall with twists and turns aplenty. Through the eyes of his narrator, a journeyman actor who manages to negotiate the choppy waters of snobbery and excess as he moves between the upper and middle classes, in Snobs Fellowes gives us a delicious comedy of manners to rival Oscar Wilde at his wittiest. Critic Reviews: "Mr. Fellowes knows his turf well." (Dominick Dunne) "Provocative, titillating, and seductive." (The Spectator) "Sparklingly rompish....As long as this world does still exist, Fellowes is a delectable guide to its absurdities." (Sunday Times [London]) Members Reviews: A Fantastic Beach Read! Sounding much like his commentary for his Academy Award nominated film, "Gosford Park," this catty, witty, bitchy novel makes the perfect amusement for a long summer day. Don't let the title fool you, this book is full of lovable characters, most of whom are finely drawn, so much so that one feels that the character is someone real and one who has lived a life of love and disappointment. This is not an indictment of "Snobs," but a loving portrait of a "certain class of people," each of of whom it would be a true treat to meet. The story follows Edith, a woman who does not marry for love, but for money and position. After a rather short period of time, she discovers that she has made a bad bargain, and leaves. Why she leaves, and with whom, and what her life becomes, makes a charming and sometimes moving story. What will happen to Edith after this defection? That would ruin the plot, but the journey is more than worthwhile. This book is well worth listening too in its unabridged version. You wouldn't want to miss one razor sharp notation of someone's character, or appearance, or tone. The best fun I've had in quite some time! Surprise I expected light fluffy reading but was really surprised to find the level of ironic insight in this book. It was extremely well written...not heavy, but certainly no formula romance. The reader was great, the characters well drawn and sympathetic. A very enjoyable read. Poor Little Rich British Folk I have to say I THOROUGHLY enjoyed this bookeven though I feel kind of guilty that I did. The heroes in Fellowes novel are the people who, poor they, were attempting to live out their aristocratic existence and would have done so, undisturbed, if they, alas, had not been bothered by those pathetic arrivistes. Like, for example, the quite-wealthy girl who married a guy she wasnt really in love with in an attempt to belong to that World. How dare she! On the other hand, the unabashedly snobbish matriarch is portrayed with almost love. Fellowes is a product of his upbringing and quite proud of it. Still, the book is a joy to listen to. The characters are all quite human. The wit is biting. Richard Morant, as the reader, is pitch perfect -- I have, in fact, downloaded another book by another author that he has also read. (Unfortunately, I went straight from "Snobs" to Past Imperfect, Mr. Fellowes' other novel, and it is as much of a failure as Snobs is a success.

Hello, Sunshine Audiobook by Laura Dave

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Laura Dave) — Tue, 11 Jul 2017 09:54:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hello, Sunshine Author: Laura Dave Narrator: Joy Osmanski Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 07-11-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 69 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From Laura Dave - the author of the "addictive" (Us Weekly), "winning" (Publishers Weekly), and critically acclaimed best seller Eight Hundred Grapes - comes a new novel about the secrets we keep...even from ourselves. Sunshine Mackenzie truly is living the dream. A lifestyle guru for the modern age, Sunshine is beloved by millions of people who tune in to her YouTube cooking show, and millions more scour her website for recipes, wisdom, and her enticing suggestions for how to curate a perfect life. She boasts a series of New York Times best-selling cookbooks, a devoted architect husband, and a reputation for sincerity and kindness - Sunshine seems to have it all. But she's hiding who she really is. And when her secret is revealed, her fall from grace is catastrophic. What Sunshine does in the ashes of destruction will save her in more ways than she can imagine. In our modern world, where celebrity is a careful construct, Laura Dave's compelling, enticing novel explores the devastating effect of the secrets we keep in public...and in private. Hello, Sunshine is a fresh, provocative look at a woman teetering between a scrupulously assembled life and the redemptive power of revealing the truth. Members Reviews: Interesting message Overall the book is very simply written and easy flowing. The interesting message is that being authentic and truthful to yourself and to others is a true pathway for happiness. In a fake world like this, where people lie and pretend most of time, Sunnys life experience is something admirable. Lets be AUTHENTIC

Doomed Audiobook by Chuck Palahniuk

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Chuck Palahniuk) — Tue, 08 Oct 2013 12:41:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Doomed Author: Chuck Palahniuk Narrator: Tai Sammons Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 10-08-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 393 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Madison Spencer, the liveliest, snarkiest dead girl in the universe, continues the adventures in the afterlife begun in Damned. Having somewhat reluctantly escaped from hell, she now wanders the purgatory that is Earth as a ghostly spirit, seeking her do-gooding celebrity parents, fighting the malign control of Satan, recounting the disgracefully funny encounter with her grandfather in a fetid highway rest stop in upstate New York when she - oh, never mind - and climaxing in a rendezvous with destiny on the new, totally plastic continent in the Pacific called, not at all accidentally, Madlantis. Dante Alighieri, watch your back. Chuck Palahniuk is gaining on you. Members Reviews: Too many mispronounced words I hate to nitpick. I hate being that guy. But, who edits/ directs these things? Words are important. Important enough to me, anyway, to fork over money to you month after month. How can you let the dozens of mispronounced words pass in this thing? It is not the fault of the reader. Someone should have caught the mistakes and fixed them. Very distracting to asshats such as myself. So Disappointing Doomed is the sequel to Damned, the continued story of Madison. This book was SO disappointing. I have loved Chuck Palahnuik's past works. From Fight Climb to Haunted, Choke, and Invisible Monsters, I have really treasured his books. Doomed has SOME of the things that I love about Chuck, like the "ticks" he puts in his stories, his great writing rhythm, and his very dark humor. What this story was missing was, well, an actual story. As the story begins, I was super excited to see what kind of trouble Madison was going to get into to, and then, nothing happened. You are introduced to a couple of characters that seems to have the capacity to drive the story forward along with Madison and then nothing happened with them either. There was very little interaction with them. The entire story goes back into Madison's past and she whines and bitches about everything that happened to her and how misunderstood she was. It was bad, really bad. I enjoyed the narrator, she was fun to listen to. Sadly, I do not recommend this book. Sick, Twisted and Darkly Hilarious If you could sum up Doomed in three words, what would they be? Read my title. What other book might you compare Doomed to and why? If you don't have a really twisted sense of humor you should move on. If you do and haven't heard or read the first book, Damned, then go get it and begin a journey to Hell...Palahniuk style. What does Tai Sammons bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Tai Sammons IS Madison Spencer. She is the perfect, imperfect teenager voice of this character. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? You may feel the need to take a long shower to clean filth left on you in every chapter but at least you'll smell good. Any additional comments? Dear Gentle Tweeter....stop wasting my time and get this book for your eyes or for your ears. You'll need a stack of candy bars and sensible shoes to get through this. Not as good as damned This a sequel prequel. The story line was poor and the climax dull. Very disappointing as damned was a lot of fun. Doomed was tough to get through. Interesting...even for Palahniuk Before reading this book I had read numerous reviews about how disappointing it was, and that I should just skip it.

A Suitable Boy (Dramatised) Audiobook by Vikram Seth

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Vikram Seth) — Tue, 15 May 2007 00:32:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Suitable Boy (Dramatised) Author: Vikram Seth Narrator: Ayesha Dharker, Mahabanoo Mody-Kotwal, full cast Format: Original Recording Length: 5 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 05-15-07 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 167 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The award-winning BBC Radio 4 adamptation of Vikram Seth's masterpiece. Shortlisted for the Irish Times International Fiction Prize, 1993. Winner of the Commonwealth Writers Prize, 1994. Winner of the WH Smith Literary Award, 1994. A Suitable Boy is Vikram Seth's epic love story set in India. Funny and tragic, with engaging, brilliantly observed characters, it is as close as you can get to Dickens for the twentieth century. The story unfolds through four middle class families - the Mehras, Kappoors, Khans and Chatterjis. Lata Mehra, a university student, is under pressure from her mother to get married. But not to just anyone she happens to fall in love with. There are standards to be met and finding a husband for Lata becomes a family affair in which all the members are to play a part. The characters struggle, they try to buck the system, to break free of restraint, of interference - but ultimately their strength and sense of being comes from their family and friends. It is a celebration of ordinariness; a beautifully composed story that is an affirmation of family and friendship. In his sweeping epic, Vikram Seth has created an entire world filled with warmth, humour, pathos, tragedy - in short, life. Recorded on location in India, A Suitable Boy is made by the production team behind the award-winning Bleak House and The Handmaid's Tale. 2018 will be the 25th anniversary of the first publication of this classic story. Dramatised and directed by John Dryden. A Goldhawk Production. Critic Reviews: "The drama highlight of the year... this sumptuous production, wonderfully atmospheric, written with pace and performed, by an all-Indian cast, quite superbly. The novel may be vast but I was convinced by this version right from the start. Magnificent drama." (Radio Times) Members Reviews: A wonderful drama I read this book as a teenager after it was nominated for the Booker prize. This book is one of my all time favourites but is enormous and took me a few months to finish. This adaptation greatly shortens the original but really captures the story of Lata and her journey to finding a husband. The actors and actresses were all excellent and I thoroughly recommend this audiodrama. would prefer unabridged naration It is my own fault because I didn't know what dramatized meant, but it turns out I don't like that format. I would MUCH prefer the actual book being READ. I don't like the background sound effects. I will probably come back to this one at some point, after I have run out of other things to listen to, but I personally MUCH prefer actual reading of the unabridged book. I wish I had not purchased this now, as I will ultimately need to buy it again as a BOOK. but again, my own fault. Excellent Dramatization I never expected to find an audiobook so interesting. With the clear play of music at the appropriate times, listening to the audiobook is as refreshing as reading the book, and we hardly ever miss out on any part. Short, but good charectors The charectors were all very well potrayed. The version is too short however to encapsulate vikram seths original book which is very thick.

Shopaholic to the Rescue Audiobook by Sophie Kinsella

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sophie Kinsella) — Tue, 27 Oct 2015 11:36:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Shopaholic to the Rescue Subtitle: A Novel Author: Sophie Kinsella Narrator: Clare Corbett Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-15 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 504 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Number-one New York Times best-selling author Sophie Kinsella returns with another laugh-out-loud Becky Brandon (née Bloomwood) adventure: a hilarious road trip through the American West to Las Vegas. Becky is on a major rescue mission! Her father has vanished from Los Angeles on a mysterious quest with her best friend's husband. Becky's mum is hysterical; her best friend, Suze, is desperate. Worse, Becky must tolerate an enemy along for the ride, who she's convinced is up to no good. Determined to get to the bottom of why her dad has disappeared, help Suze, contain Alicia, and reunite her fractured family, Becky knows she must marshal all her trademark ingenuity. The result: her most outrageous and daring plan yet! But just when her family needs her more than ever, can Becky pull it off? Members Reviews: Best shopaholic story yet When I read the last book before this one, I was really disappointed at Becky's character as well as the way it ended. This book totally made up for it though. I love how Becky is more grown up in this book, as well as the plot of the story. Don't let the previous book stop you from reading this one. It's so good. This book was more on track with the previous books in the series, I was not a fan of the last book, but this really shows how Becky has grown, and the Humor is just as great as before. I loved how this book was more focused on her helping to fix things with others, rather than fixing scrapes she's gotten herself into. This is definitely a better change for character development and growth. Always great to hear a Becky story... Always great to revisit Becky et al. But this round felt a little played out. Hated the cliffhanger in the last book and was looking forward to this one. As always, a fun story but a little far fetched, well more then usual. Lousy Sequel I've read all the Shopaholic books and this is by far the worst one yet Disappointing I have listened to all of Sophie Kinsella's novels and have loved them. My daughter and I love listening on road trips. Unfortunately, This last Shopaholic installment was not the least bit humorous and did not hold our attention, as the usually hilarious story lines and hijinks were missing. We were bored with the story and switched to a different book on our most recent trip. That was awful! :-( What would have made Shopaholic to the Rescue better? First of all the narration with all the different voices (from one person) was SO annoying. Especially for the little girl and the men. Any additional comments? I've read and LOVED all of S.K.'s books, but this one was horrible. I just kept waiting for it to get better as it had all the great reviews. Honestly, a waste of time. Even for a fun no thinking type of book which is what I was in the mood for after 2 heavy ones I just read. Just my opinion, of course.

The Inn at Eagle Point Audiobook by Sherryl Woods

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sherryl Woods) — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 14:60:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Inn at Eagle Point Subtitle: A Chesapeake Shores Novel, Book 1 Author: Sherryl Woods Narrator: Christina Traister Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 09-24-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 740 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Its been years since Abby OBrien Winters set foot in Chesapeake Shores. The Maryland town her father built has too many sad memories and Abby too few spare moments, thanks to her demanding Wall Street career, the crumbling of her marriage, and her energetic twin daughters. Then one panicked phone call from her youngest sister brings her racing back home to protect Jesss dream of renovating the charming Inn at Eagle Point. But saving the inn from foreclosure means dealing not only with her own fractured family but also with Trace Riley, the man Abby left 10 years ago. Trace can be a roadblock to her plansor proof that second chances happen in the most unexpected ways. Members Reviews: Enjoy the book but... I really like the book, but the narrator puts me to sleep. Her voice is so monotone and boring. Often while listening have to fight to stay awake. I hate that an enjoyable book such as this one has such an uninteresting narrator. I like how the author includes a character with ADD and how it affects their life. Annoying narration This is my first Sherryl Woods novel and I love it. I have listened to Christina Traister in other novels and enjoyed her performance, but this one is annoying because it sounds like she has a frog in her throat and needs to clear it. It isn't obvious in some of her character voices, but most of them are 'gravely.' It's annoying, but the story is a delight. Good Book, except for Porno scene Just can't understand why a writer finds it necessary to include explicit details of a love scene. It did not add anything to the story. I was listening with my 14 yr old daughter for a while, but thankfully she quit listening before this point! I wish audiobooks had ratings! Narrator is terrible Would you try another book from Sherryl Woods and/or Christina Traister? I didn't find the writing compelling enough to suffer through the narration. I might listen to another book, if there was a different narrator reading. How did the narrator detract from the book? I can't listen to another book narrated by Ms. Traister. Her Irish accent is abysmal and her characterizations of others in the book all meld together. Voice is monotone and sing-song and really offers no dramatic quality. I suffered through the narration to finish the story, which was fairly predictable, but better than the narration. Disappointed This was a poorly written story that reminded me of the old romance novels from the 70's. I wouldn't recommend it.

In the Lake of the Woods Audiobook by Tim O'Brien

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Tim O'Brien) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 03:44:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: In the Lake of the Woods Author: Tim O'Brien Narrator: L. J. Ganser Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 01-17-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 148 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: On a lake deep in the Minnesota woods, Kathy Wade comforts her husband John, a rising political star, after a devastating electoral defeat in which he's been pursued by rumors of the atrocities he committed in Vietnam. But it is clear that something is horribly wrong between them - too much has been hidden. Then Kathy vanishes, along with their boat. Pursued by rumors of the atrocities he committed in Vietnam, a politician and his wife seek refuge in a cabin in Minnesota, where a mystery unfolds, in this widely acclaimed, best-selling novel. Critic Reviews: "A beautifully written, haunting novel that evokes lives in deep crisis." (Booklist) "O'Brien develops several maddeningly plausible explanations, allowing readers to draw their own conclusions in this dark but wonderful novel that should gain him a host of new fans. For fiction collections both large and small." (Library Journal) "Was she murdered? Did she run away? Instead of answering these questions, O'Brien raises even more as he slowly reveals past lives and long-hidden secrets. Included in this third-person narrative are 'interviews' with the couple's friends and family as well as footnoted excerpts from a mix of fictionalized newspaper reports on the case and real reports pertaining to historical events - a mélange that lends the novel an eerie sense of verisimilitude. If Kathy's disappearance is at the heart of this work, then John's involvement in a My Lai-type massacre in Vietnam is its core, and O'Brien uses it to demonstrate how wars don't necessarily end when governments say they do." (Amazon.com review) Members Reviews: Not a life-changing or pivotal war story I read this book for a book group expecting big things, since I fell in love with The Things They Carried. This.. well it fell flat. I wasn't particularly motivated to keep listening, in part because the story wasn't that captivating. The characters no longer held my interest after getting about 1/4 of the way through. In part, it felt like they were colored *too* much by the narration--I disliked the performance of the wife, which made it harder for me to keep listening. It might have been better if I'd read it, but I'm not sure. As one person I discussed the book with pointed out, the reliance on the My Lai Massacre and this future senator's role in it felt a bit cheap. The use of multiple possible narratives just didn't strike me as important. The "Evidence" chapters felt a bit like a cop out. The only thing that felt really honest about the book was its inclusion of testimonials from the characters who participated in the war--O'Brien, as always, managed to capture what it does to a person when you teach them to kill and teach them to fight. I just don't know that I felt this story was necessary to make that point. Too much story for me I listened to this book for a Literature class. I have read several short stories from the same author.

Blue Skies Audiobook by Robyn Carr

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robyn Carr) — Fri, 21 Jun 2013 16:39:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blue Skies Author: Robyn Carr Narrator: Therese Plummer Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 06-21-13 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 379 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Nikki Burgess survived a terrible marriage and a worse divorce. She's just about given up hope of ever finding happiness. But when her ex-husband suddenly dies, she gets custody of her kids again - and a chance to start over. Dixie McPherson, on the other hand, has had way too much love. She has 11 tennis bracelets, dozens of trinkets, piles of sexy lingerie, and a tarnished reputation when all she ever wanted was true love, a partner, and a family. Carlisle Bartlett is loyal, kindhearted, and the funniest guy slinging drinks in the back of an airplane. But he has an ugly little secret. The only kind of love he's used to comes with bruises. When Nikki, Dixie, and Carlisle are offered the chance to join a new airline in Las Vegas, they don't hesitate. With nothing to lose and everything to gain, these three friends are going in search of their own blue skies. Members Reviews: Earlier G rated Robyn Carr When I read the other reviews, I knew this was going to be a story that focused more on the airline industry and the strong woman pilot than romance, but didn't realize it was from a story she wrote in 2005. I really like Robyn Carr, and usually get to know and love her characters. However this book treats three main characters almost equally, so you don't ever get inside the head of any one of them. The very mild G-rated romance of one of the secondary characters (Dixie) is sweet but hardly draws you in, and the expected happily ever after ending for the main character (Nikki) is wrapped up so quickly and neatly at the end that I was left saying, huh? This is a perfectly pleasant read (listen) but if you're expecting Virgin River, you'll be disappointed. Not my thing What did you like best about Blue Skies? What did you like least? I loved The House on Olive Street and thought I'd give another Robyn Carr book a try. But I thought Blue Skies was a little dumb and really didn't identify with any of the characters. Would you recommend Blue Skies to your friends? Why or why not? I would not recommend it unless they were somewhat interested in the airline industry. Slightly Different BUT Still Great This is slightly different to the normal Robyn Carr but she is without a doubt a great storyteller and Therese Plummer is a fabulous narrator. Strong characters and storyline. There is nothing more to say than - enjoy. Incomplete This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? I actually enjoyed listen to this book. I found the story line of the three characters were incomplete. Has Blue Skies turned you off from other books in this genre? No, I will read the reviews a little more carefully in the future How did the narrator detract from the book? She did not Theresa Plummer reading was perfect for the characters What character would you cut from Blue Skies? Yes, Joe I believe was his name, he was the one starting up the airlines. Top story. This is a delightful story with an aviation background. It is entertaining without any harrowing or frustrating aspects. A story the charm of which doesnt lessen with second or third readings. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

Lowcountry Stranger Audiobook by Ashley Farley

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ashley Farley) — Tue, 06 Sep 2016 18:34:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lowcountry Stranger Subtitle: A Novel Author: Ashley Farley Narrator: Tanya Eby Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 09-06-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 30 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: There's a stranger in town. And it's no coincidence when she shows up uninvited at a Sweeney family wedding. All eyes are drawn to this urchin who seems to have washed in with the tide. Before the night is over, the doe-eyed waif charms young and old with her street smarts and spunky personality. For better or worse, Annie Dawn is here to stay. The memorable Sweeney sisters from Her Sister's Shoes have returned with more suspense and family drama to hold you spellbound until the dramatic conclusion. As she approaches the next stage of her life as an empty nester, Jackie is torn between expanding her fledgling design business and spending these last precious months with her boys before they fly the coop. Her own worst enemy, Sam is terrified of making a commitment to Eli Marshall, handsome police officer, true love of her life. Her resolve is tested when a ghost from her past shows up after nearly two decades. Faith nurtures her seven-year-old daughter, who is recovering from the trauma of her abusive father. Is the threat in the past, or is there more danger on the horizon? The sisters seek guidance from their mother, Lovie, a true Southern matriarch who shows them how to respond to adversity with grace and dignity. Things are heating up in the Lowcountry. The Sweeney sisters remind us once again that being a part of a family is about more than sharing the same DNA. Members Reviews: Cheesy If you are in the mood for cheesy, and we all are sometimes, then this is the book for you.

Me Before You Audiobook by Jojo Moyes

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jojo Moyes) — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 15:39:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Me Before You Author: Jojo Moyes Narrator: Jo Hall, Anna Bentinck, Steve Crossley, Alex Tregear, Owen Lindsay, Andrew Wincott Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 01-01-12 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 356 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Lou Clark knows a lot of things. She knows she likes working in The Buttered Bun tea shop, and she might not love her boyfriend Patrick. Will Traynor knows his motorcycle accident took away his desire to live, and now everything feels small and joyless. What Will doesn't know is that Lou is about to burst into his world. And neither of them knows they're going to change the other for all time. Members Reviews: Simply beautiful I have been listening to many audiobooks lately, but this is the first time I feel the need to write a review. This is probably the best audiobook I have listened to, so far. The story was moving, touching and gripping. At times, I simply couldnt stop listening. Several times, I found myself laughing out loud or crying. The characters are extremely well-defined, but honestly I believe that what made of this audiobook my favorite, is the main narrators performance. I would listen to her voice for hours! She was able to interpret the characters superbly and for me it was always easy to understand which character was speaking. When it was time to choose my next audiobook, I was extremely sad to find out that she has not read many of them yet. Please forgive my mistakes, English is not my first language but audiobooks are a lovely way to improve it! Excellent read Where does Me Before You rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? A book that continually is on my mind, and gave me a very different perpective in to a very touchy subject. What did you like best about this story? Trying to understand two completely opposed views which were so well presented, that at times you weren't sure what your own views were on the subject. What about the narratorss performance did you like? It was well read with understanding and feeling Who was the most memorable character of Me Before You and why? All of them in their own way were memorable. Any additional comments? A book that tests your perceptions of the right to die with dignity, and the effect it has on those close to you, when they have to struggle with loss and face condemnation from others who knew nothing of the person concerned. A reality check. beautiful! couldn't stop listening. the beautifully told story did not have the ending that i was expecting. So many tears I listened to this audiobook as a experiment. What is better the book or the movie? I usually find that the book is better, this was the case as well. While there were some modifications the movie made that I enjoyed, I found myself connecting to the characters in a way I didn't in the film. Learning the backstories and delving deeper into them, I came to think of them as people in my own life. I was supporting them through out there journey, and was happy to know that they arrived at the end with some peace. A great story, I highly recommend. Fantastic Loved it narrated beautifully engaging thought provoking. Funny Sad Romantic hooked me from the start

The Lost Get-Back Boogie Audiobook by James Lee Burke

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (James Lee Burke) — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:58:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Lost Get-Back Boogie Author: James Lee Burke Narrator: Will Patton Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 11-23-09 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 216 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Called "America's best novelist" by the Denver Post, James Lee Burke is well known for his award-winning Dave Robicheaux series. In this enthralling departure, Burke weaves the tale of Iry Paret. Released from prison after two years for manslaughter, Iry heads to Montana for a fresh start on a ranch owned by a prison buddy's father. He also hopes to nail down a song he's been working on, unable to get quite right. But soon new troubles bring tragic consequences, and it will take a lot more than a soulful tune to ease the pain. Members Reviews: A bit lost Burke is my favorite author and Will Patton my favorite narrator so when they combine I buy immediately. This is a good story and Burke is a teller of tales so I did enjoy this book. I did not like the main character very much though and did not agree with his lifestyle although I myself drink a bit and used to smoke. I do not believe this to be Burke's best work so I gave it four stars and he usually gets five from me. It is still worth the credit and Burke's prose read by Will Patton makes it worthwhile. Bought all Burkes's Audiobooks- Wish Not this one I always snap up his books as soon as available. This one drags and drones, wallows and weeps without any relief forever. I had to stop and switch to something else while on a long trip because my pocket knife was within reach and I was afraid I might cut my throat. We need Clete and Dave Robicheaux to partner again in his next release; to wash the taste of this one away. Missing an Ending This was a confusing book for me. The writing was terriffic as with all of James Lee Burke books. The characters were interesting and I felt that they would eventually come together and tell the story. However, this never happened. This book reminded me of an abridged book. In this case however the part that was shortened or left out was the ending. There wasn't one. It was as if Burke was tired of writing and just decided to stop. It made no sense what so ever and spoiled the book for me. As usual the narration by Will Patton was excellent. Let's get drunk and then fight! Is this what it's like to "be a man" in James Lee Burke's experience? His books are better written than just about anyone's but, God I get tired of the constant boozing and then being sorry for it! Are drunks really this stupid? Will Patton is the best! No one reads a story betteras well, maybe (and few can do that)but not better. He is superb! If you've read Burke before then you already know about the drunks who pepper all his stories. The characters of this story may be the worst of all of them. Still, it is a good story. Typical James Lee Burke. OK - But Not Burke's Best Work This is kind of an odd book. As usual, Burke's eloquent descriptive prose is here, along with his frequent, thoughtful meditations on the human condition. But there really isn't much of a coherent plot here. A recently released ex-convict and gifted musician tries to navigate his way to a meaningful life, all while watching the lives of everybody around him crash and burn due to their various character defects and the inherent brutality and cruelty of the world. That really does capture the entire plot here. It seems like Burke is trying to write more of a character-driven novel here instead of his more usual, exciting dramas.

Heaven, Texas Audiobook by Susan Elizabeth Phillips

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Susan Elizabeth Phillips) — Thu, 29 Mar 2007 04:52:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Heaven, Texas Author: Susan Elizabeth Phillips Narrator: Anna Fields Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 03-29-07 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1399 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Easy, if you've got a big ego, a 1957 T-Bird, and prefer cruising the highways for girls. Still, Bobby can't get Gracie, an angel, out of his mind. Why not head to Heaven, raise a little hell, and let Gracie look out for the consequences? Critic Reviews: "Susan Elizabeth Phillips triumphs once again." (Romantic Times) "Susan Elizabeth Phillips makes you laugh, cry...makes you feel good." (Jayne Ann Krentz) Members Reviews: If you haven't met Bobby Tom . . . Susan Elizabeth Phillips is wise and wonderful and this is the best of her darn near perfect books. Bobby Tom Denton is the best ever. If you haven't met him, you owe it to yourself. Don't waste another minute. Didn't want it to end! I immediately listened to it again!!! It is a story of love prevailing against the odds. SEP is insightful in her development of the characters. It is a wonderful story of arrogant but loveable superstar jock, Bobby Tom Denton and Gracie Snow, smart, anything but attractive and geeky. BT only dates bombshells; but his life is turned upside down when he meets Gracie the absolute opposite of the women that he surrounds himself.She is smart,but geeky and sporatically insecure. She irritates and amuses him, but Gracie's makeover transforms her into a cutie and BT doesn't like the competition. SEP also gives great descriptions of the intimate scenarios...WHEW!!! Very heartwarming to hear this story and the wonderful "story in a story" of BTs Mother overcoming the loss of her husband and BTs Dad. It is definitely worth listening to MORE THAN ONCE. Almost didn't buy because of the summary; but, it has become my favorite. Loved Bobby Tom I find it interesting that every single person in SEP???s books have their own distinct character and personality. I find this amazing as I read through the Chicago Stars series. Each person is distinctive. The reason I mention this is because for some unexplained reason I have a fondness for Bobby Tom Denton. Can???t explain it. Only know this character, over the other male characters in the series, stood out for me. I loved this book, as I have all of the Chicago Stars series, and would recommend it to anyone wanting an adorable love story full of fun, laughter and downright good entertainment. Bobby, Bobby, Bobby, Gracie, Gracie, Gracie Again a great S.E.P. book. Love, humor, football and great, great characters. You just have to love Gracie; she is so off the wall. Bobby Tom is so flummoxed by Gracie that it is cute. He thinks that he is always is in control, but little does he know... If you like S.E.P. definitely get this one. Wooie BT is as hot as it gets. This is a must get, but I own all of SEP books. All her Chicago stars books are Heaven. My all time fave "it had to be you" is still a great listen after all these years.

Last Light Audiobook by Terri Blackstock

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Terri Blackstock) — Wed, 28 Sep 2005 07:39:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Last Light Subtitle: Restoration, Book 1 Author: Terri Blackstock Narrator: Dick Hill Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 09-28-05 Publisher: Zondervan Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 455 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: But keeping it alive will require extraordinary measures. Yesterday's world is gone. All Deni and her family have left is each other and their neighbors. Their little community will either stand or fall together. But they're only beginning to realize that, and trust doesn't come easily. Particularly when one of them is a killer. Best-selling suspense author Terri Blackstock weaves a masterful what-if novel in which global catastrophe reveals the darkness in human hearts and lights the way to restoration for a self-centered world. Members Reviews: A thought provoking,Christian based novel I was really moved by the plot of this novel.Could I live without all the luxuries of my life? I think that Terri Blackstock has introduced a book series that,for me, can help me address that question.Her characters are not super human but just ordinary people faced with a crisis of global magnitude.As far as her pushing Christian values on others,I did not see it that way.I saw her as a writer bringing Christian values and principles into her characters lives at a time when I believe that I would have also done if I were in the same situation.I believe that Terri Blackstock did a very good job and can't wait to start the rest of this series.I have listened to "The Cape Refuge series" and loved that one too.So I hope that this series is just as good. If it does nothing else it will get you thinking I have listened, to "Last Light" and having been with out electricity for over three weeks after the hurricanes that hit Fla., I felt much the same way that these characters felt. And believe me after the first week my family was on each other's nerves. Just knowing the electricity would soon be back on was all that got us through. And as I was looking for a good Christian author, it felt good to read this book and then recommend this book to others, with out saying, just ignore the few bad parts. Thanks Terry for this book. And as for bringing Christ into the Book, It made me stop and take a good long look at my own life. To see where I stand with God, myself. I am looking forward to reading the rest of the books by this author. Really makes you think! What made the experience of listening to Last Light the most enjoyable? The story. It brought a lot of things to mind considering the state of our country. Who was your favorite character and why? The father because of his strong faith in the Lord. What about Dick Hills performance did you like? All of it. If you could take any character from Last Light out to dinner, who would it be and why? The parents. Any additional comments? Terri Blackstock has never let me down. Her books are wonderful. Interesting End Times Scenario I thought this was a good story, although I would have enjoyed a little more depth. The major characters were reasonably believable, and the basic premise was a new take on an old theme. As I listened, I found myself taking stock of my own possessions and wanting to lay in a stock of canned goods. I thought the reading was fine, and don't understand the gulping noise some others have commented about. I listened for it and never quite caught it. Overall, a good listen. I will be getting the rest of the series. Liked it. I enjoyed this book, even though I really wanted to choke one particular character(no spoilers). I think many of us would be whinny and unappreciative, when put in similar circumstances.

Mockingbird Audiobook by Kathryn Erskine

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kathryn Erskine) — Mon, 17 May 2010 01:42:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mockingbird Author: Kathryn Erskine Narrator: Angela Jayne Rogers Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 05-17-10 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 152 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: National Book Award, Young People's Literature, 2010 In Mockingbirda poignant gem by acclaimed author Kathryn Erskinea talented young artist struggles to overcome a disability. Diagnosed with Aspergers syndrome, 10-year-old Caitlin faces a range of social and emotional challenges. The unexpected death of her caring brother makes matters even worse, but will the memory of his words of wisdom and the help of a compassionate counselor be enough to enable her to connect with others? Critic Reviews: Erskines moving and insightful masterpiece delivers a compelling message for all. ( Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Wonderful story of Healing When I started reading this book, I had no idea it would take me on this wonderful trip into the mind of a girl like Caitlin. Born with Asperger's Syndrome, she is a high functioning, highly intelligient girl who develops her social skills and emotional perceptiveness throughout the book. Her drive is amazing and by the end of the journey, this spit-fire of a youngster with lots of confidence not only helps bring healing to her family, but to an entire community. I loved this book. Thanks, Ms. Erskine. Excellent book for ALL readers But especially parents of special needs kids. 2012 National Book Award for Young Peoples Literature. Wonderful book written in the first person by an Aspergers girl whose older brother was killed in a shooting spree at the middle school. Caitlin is a hilarious character, finely drawn and oh so accurate. This is a laugh out loud story for any SNK parent/sibling/friend. Its wonderful. Caitlin is wonderful, and so was Devon. Very touching and inspirational Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I recommend this wonderful story of a young girl with Asperger's who learns how to feel and what's important in the world. Insights for all of us to read and remember. What did you like best about this story? The narrative is skillfully crafted and leads us along with the main character, Caitlyn, on a journey of self-discovery. Have you listened to any of Angela Jayne Rogerss other performances before? How does this one compare? I haven't listened to Rogers' performances before this, but I felt she captured the young character perfectly. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? The last few chapters of the book brought tears to my eyes. Touching Beautiful story and really allows you the opportunity to get inside the head of someone with challenges that many of us do not have to face. The theme of this story is empathy and it is no different for the reader. I hope if you read this book that you can better understand the life of someone with Aspergers and maybe be a little more kind, a little more understanding, and a little more empathetic. Great Book!!! My son had to read this for his high school literature class. He doesn't like to read, but he had no problem reading this book. He loved it so much I just had to read it too!

Bleachers Audiobook by John Grisham

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Grisham) — Fri, 05 Sep 2003 19:48:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bleachers Author: John Grisham Narrator: John Grisham Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 09-05-03 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 548 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Now, as Coach Rake's "boys" sit in the bleachers waiting for the dimming field lights to signal his passing, they replay the old games, relive the old glories, and try to decide once and for all whether they love Eddie Rake or hate him. For Neely Crenshaw, a man who must finally forgive his coach - and himself - before he can get on with his life, the stakes are especially high. Critic Reviews: "[Grisham]'s a sure-footed story-teller with an undeniable mastery of plotting, pacing and tone." (The New York Times Book Review) Members Reviews: Great listen! I didn't want to stop whatever I was doing while listening to this story! John Grisham turns his talents to a football coach and his players rather than lawyers. It was a marvelous tale and will be appreciated by all, but especially those who have involvement in high school psorts. Engrossing story I don't like sports. I don't like football, especially. I think people who are "stuck" in their high school or college years are silly and immature. BUT......it doesn't matter here. The story isn't just about football or sports or guys revisiting their youth. It's much more than that and the story of how one single man could influence the lives of so many was mesmerizing. Another wonderful story from John Grisham. The only negative was the narrator....John himself. He should leave the reading of the story up to a professional reader...one who can act, more or less. John reads in a very monotone like style and it made telling who was "speaking" in the story very difficult to figure out and it tended to tone down the emotion of the story too much. But a good story inspite of the reader. Where is the Lawyer? I loved it!! I loved it, not because the lawyer was missing but because it is such a great story and because the author read it so well. My son hopes to be a high school history teach and coach soccer. What a noble ambition. I called him up and told him he needs to read this book. I think I?ll read it again. I rarely read books twice. Ex-High School football players MUST READ! If you ended your high school football career in a town that cared more about the football coach than the mayor....this is a story is a must. This story gives you the double enjoyment of a great story and a stroll down memory lane. I loved it! Grisham excels! I didn't expect to enjoy this book so much. I enjoy football, but this was so much more than just a sports story. I ended the book in tears. John Grisham is a wonderful writer of court room drama and suspense, but he is so much more and he has proved it by his Painted House and Bleachers!

The Plague of Doves Audiobook by Louise Erdrich

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Louise Erdrich) — Fri, 02 May 2008 06:11:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Plague of Doves Author: Louise Erdrich Narrator: Peter Francis James, Kathleen McInerney Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 05-02-08 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 287 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The unsolved murder of a farm family haunts the small, white, off-reservation town of Pluto, North Dakota. The vengeance exacted for this crime and the subsequent distortions of truth transform the lives of Ojibwe living on the nearby reservation and shape the passions of both communities for the next generation. The descendants of Ojibwe and white intermarry, their lives intertwine; only the youngest generation, of mixed blood, remains unaware of the role the past continues to play in their lives. Evelina Harp is a witty, ambitious young girl, part Ojibwe, part white, who is prone to falling hopelessly in love. Mooshum, Evelina's grandfather, is a seductive storyteller, a repository of family and tribal history with an all-too-intimate knowledge of the violent past. Nobody understands the weight of historical injustice better than Judge Antone Bazil Coutts, a thoughtful mixed blood who witnesses the lives of those who appear before him, and whose own love life reflects the entire history of the territory. In distinct and winning voices, Erdrich's narrators unravel the stories of different generations and families in this corner of North Dakota. Bound by love, torn by history, the two communities' collective stories finally come together in a wrenching truth. The Plague of Doves is one of the major achievements of Louise Erdrich's considerable oeuvre, a quintessentially American story and the most complex and original of her books. Critic Reviews: "Louise Erdrich's imaginative freedom has reached its zenith - The Plague of Doves is her dazzling masterpiece." (Philip Roth) "[A]t once mythic and down-to-earth...beautiful, funny, moving, and unexpected." (Elle) "A multigenerational tour de force of sin, redemption, murder and vengeance." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Great American Tale This story is full of quirky, interesting charcters, touches of magical realism. This book unrolls across the generations and is a uniquely American tale. The audio version is smooth and easy to listen to. Another great take by Erdrich I thoroughly enjoyed these stories of many different people whose lives are intertwined. I have always loved Erdrich's novels- the way she tells stories. It is somewhat poetic in the way she weaves their lives into words. Worth it for the first chapter The plague of doves is an infestation of passenger pigeons, and Erdrich made it real for me as never before. Because I had read 2 of the chapters as stories in the New Yorker, and pictured the characters differently, I personally had trouble making this hang together as a novel. The characters and incidents portrayed are compelling, even so. Yes, I'll probably read this again someday. Avoid this Plague After reading a mildly favorable review for the book in the NY Times I decided to give it a go. Little did I realize what I was in for. The book is in need of an editor...a junior editor...anyone with a red pen and a bit of common sense. This book is endless. Beyond endless. Tiresome. Imagine a small town inhabited by one-dimensional characters who all sound so alike one another that the reader/listener can't tell one from the other. All they do is rehashing plot twists that could have been borrowed from a daytime soap.

Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy Audiobook by Helen Fielding

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Helen Fielding) — Tue, 15 Oct 2013 11:22:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy Author: Helen Fielding Narrator: Samantha Bond Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 10-15-13 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 700 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Bridget Jones, the iconic character who sold 15 million books worldwide, inspired a major motion picture franchise, and became beloved as a Chardonnay-swilling everywoman, is back in this hotly anticipated third installment. Set in contemporary London, the new novel brings us Bridget in a new phase of life. Members Reviews: Another disappointing sequel. Any additional comments? Llke so many other wildly popular series, Bridget Jones should have quit while she was ahead and let us remember her as a relatable singleton. Bridget Jones as a widow is almost too painful to contemplate and beyond awkward. Hard not to imagine the actors in the movies, as if often the case with best sellers turned Major Motion Picture. But I really wish they would have left this one alone ... sort of sad to end it on such a weak note. Love this book for exactly what it is Set your expectations and settle in for a great, light, funny, endearing story. This is the third book in the Bridget Jones series, and, well, that's exactly what it is. Bridget Jones is back, now in her early 50's, single, with two children. She's still struggling with her weight, her career, and how she perceives that the rest of the world clicks along smoothly while she struggles with staying organized, being a good mom, and navigating the modern dating scene. This story is really funny, I laughed out loud dozens of times. The Jones character is endearing, I would want to be friends with her, she's very, very likable. I found myself really rooting for Jones and wanting to audibly "boooooo" characters that she met that weren't nice to her or didn't appreciate her quirkiness. Are there flaws? Absolutely. A lot of the same tricks, themes, phrases, and cheap laughs from the first two books are back, so there isn't much originality. The climax of the book towards the end is badly written and entirely unbelievable. Also, the beginning of the book starts out in the middle of the story, then goes back in time a few months to catch you up and move forward--that transition was very clunky and I was confused for a few minutes before I figured it out. But this isn't the sequel to The Great Gatsby, it's Bridget Jones. If you loved the other Bridget Jones, and your expectations are that it's just as silly and flawed as those, then you'll love this one too. The narrator was good, I really liked her voice for men, and her gasps and groans through Jones' follies added a lot to the story. Tolerable ... at best What disappointed you about Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy? Ugh! How old is Bridget? Twenty? More like sixteen? I'm sorry, but her character as a 50 yo widow is simply ridiculous. Ugh! I adored Bridget as a scattered singleton, but as a widow w/even less sense than she had in her twenties, it's difficult spending time with her. What could Helen Fielding have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? I wish Fielding hadn't kept Bridget as a scattered singleton. Her character was implausible as a 50 yo widow. She's childish and ridiculous. Sorry, Helen. What do you think the narrator could have done better? Considering what she had to work with, I think she did a splendid job. What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? I was elated when I heard that there was another addition to the Bridget series.

The Readers of Broken Wheel Recommend Audiobook by Katarina Bivald

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Katarina Bivald) — Tue, 19 Jan 2016 03:36:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Readers of Broken Wheel Recommend Author: Katarina Bivald Narrator: Fiona Hardingham, Lorelei King Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 01-19-16 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 772 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A debut novel to charm all listeners that shows beyond all doubt that it's books, along with love, that make the world go round. It all began with a correspondence between two quite different women: 28-year-old Sara from Haninge, Sweden, and 65-year-old Amy from the small town of Broken Wheel, Iowa. After years of exchanging books, letters, and thoughts on the meaning of literature and life, Sara, mousy, disheveled, who has never been anywhere in her life - has really lived only for her work in a beloved bookshop, which has just closed its doors for the last time - bravely decides to accept her unknown friend's invitation to visit. But when she arrives, she finds her house empty, the funeral guests just heading home.... Sara finds herself alone. And what choice do the inhabitants of Broken Wheel have but to take care of their bewildered tourist? And what choice does Sara have, faced with a town where nobody reads and her desire to honour her friend, but to set up the perfect bookshop with all the books she and Amy shared - from Yann Martel's Life of Pi to Iris Murdoch and Jo Nesbo, to Bridget Jones and Doug Coupland's All Families Are Psychotic to Little House on the Prairie? And then watch as the townsfolk are, one by one, transformed in unexpected ways.... In the glorious tradition of 84 Charing Cross Road, The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Café, Will Schwalbe's The End of Your Life Book Club, Jane Austen, and movies such as You've Got Mail and Love Actually, The Readers of Broken Wheel Recommend is a big-hearted, witty book about books, friendship, love - and always being open to the unexpected. Members Reviews: Disappointed - no depth & poor narration I was disappointed in this book. While the characters were generally likable, they had no depth and the story was predictable. I love to read books which explore a characters love of books. Generally these types of stories make me feel "at home". I find myself in the characters. But this book didn't give me that lovely feeling. And I never fell in love with any of the characters. I always wanted the author to let me know them more. Sometimes when I am left wanting more it is a good thing, because I am anxious for a sequel. Not here - in this book. Here, I simply wanted more in this book. Additionally, I found the narration confusing. The characters are Midwesterners and Swedish. The accents used seem to be British. Why? Not Quite of Its Time This book is, I think, quite intentionally very, very similar in theme and style to "84 Charing Cross Road" and "The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society." There's a literary correspondence and eccentric characters in a small town. Love of reading and sharing that enthusiasm bring people of different backgrounds and inclinations together. I jumped into the action assuming it was taking place several decades ago. To my surprise, early on a cell phone is used. We're contemporary, in other words, and it doesn't quite make sense.

The Final Cut Audiobook by J. T. Ellison, Catherine Coulter

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (J. T. Ellison) — Tue, 17 Sep 2013 23:26:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Final Cut Subtitle: A Brit in the FBI, Book 1 Author: J. T. Ellison, Catherine Coulter Narrator: MacLeod Andrews, Renee Raudman Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 09-17-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1500 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Scotland Yards new chief inspector Nicholas Drummond is on the first flight to New York when he learns his colleague, Elaine York, the "minder" of the Crown Jewels for the "Jewel of the Lion" exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, was found murdered. Then the centerpiece of the exhibit, the infamous Koh-i-Noor Diamond, is stolen from the Queen Mothers crown. Drummond, American-born but raised in the UK, is a dark, dangerous, fast-rising star in the Yard who never backs down. And this case is no exception. Special Agents Lacey Sherlock and Dillon Savich from Coulters best-selling FBI series dont hesitate to help Drummond find the cunning international thief known as the Fox. Nonstop action and high stakes intensify as the chase gets deadly. The Fox will stop at nothing to deliver the Koh-i-Noor to the man who believes in its deadly prophecy. Nicholas Drummond, along with his partner, FBI Special Agent Mike Caine, lay it on the line to retrieve the diamond for Queen and country. Members Reviews: Annoying story; great narration Any additional comments? I found this mashup of genres annoying, a run of cliches, pretensions, and unbelievable plot devices. But, I throughly enjoyed having a male reader and a female reader, each doing their respective parts. Really wish more publishers would follow suit. A very good beginning for a new series! What did you love best about The Final Cut? I really loved this book and the characters. The story line is great and obviously well researched and the characters were very well written. The book moves right along, which makes it much more exciting to listen to, and doesn't stray over into the unbelievable. All in all, a very good listen! Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How? Yes! It moved along nicely and the plot was very well done. Did Renee Raudman and MacLeod Andrews do a good job differentiating all the characters? How? I thought Ms. Raudman was a poor choice for the female narrator. Her foreign accents are poorly done and the fact that Mr. Andrews does such a wonderful job reading and differentiating all of the male characters, makes Ms. Raudmans' poor performance more disappointing. I've listened to many books that she has done in the past in which she has done a good job, but they were all books in which she only had to do American accents. Any additional comments? I've always loved Catherine Coulter and this collaboration makes me think that I may have been missing out and seriously need to check out J. T. Ellison's books as well. Somewhat corny Much of the story was predictable and cliché. The performance was mediocre. I would not recommend this audio or book. Art and Jewel Heists . . . Clever Fox I thoroughly enjoyed The Final Cut . . . it's different, weaving a tale of intrigue and mystery going back centuries. The diamond (Koh-i-Noor), part of the Jewels of the Lion exhibition belonging to Queen Mother in England is about to go on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. And despite every security precaution, it is stolen. The Koh-i-Noor hasn't always belonged to the Brits though . . . and legend has it that the diamond has healing powers . . . After listening to The Final Cut, I researched the history of the Koh-i-Noor, which is fascinating.

Safe at the Edge of the World Audiobook by Jean Grainger

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jean Grainger) — Tue, 19 Dec 2017 20:14:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Safe at the Edge of the World Subtitle: The Tour Author: Jean Grainger Narrator: Patrick Moy Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 12-19-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A tranquil Irish vacation, music, scenery, food...and a priest on the run from the mob. The sequel to the number-one best seller, The Tour. When a shadowy couple turn up on Conor O'Shea's grand tour of Ireland, the tranquility of Ireland's landscape acts as a shelter against the stormy reality of the life they left behind. On the run from a notorious mob boss, this mysterious couple flees the US in search of sanctuary on the shores of the Emerald Isle, hoping to blend in with the tourists. In their wake lies a mafia family's secrets and a scarred priest torn between his duty to the cloth and to the truth. Intriguing and uniquely consuming, Father Declan Sullivan's tale of destiny and duty lies at the feet of those he has betrayed. Can distance and deliverance save the innocent in their desperate pursuit for peace, or will evil catch up to them all? In Safe at the Edge of the World, author Jean Grainger captures the soothing beauty of Ireland in the lives of those fleeing a criminal bent on revenge. Members Reviews: Stop at Book 1 The Tour Is there anything you would change about this book? If you listened to or read Book 1, The Tour, it was wonderfully delightful. Characters, history, narrator were vivid and interesting. This one was nothing like that so my advice is to stop at book 1

The Writing Desk Audiobook by Rachel Hauck

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rachel Hauck) — Tue, 11 Jul 2017 09:47:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Writing Desk Author: Rachel Hauck Narrator: Windy Lanzl Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 07-11-17 Publisher: Zondervan Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 62 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the New York Times best-selling author of The Wedding Dress comes a new captivating novel of secrets, romance, and two women bound together across time by a shared dream. Tenley Roth's first book was a runaway best seller. Now that her second book is due, she's locked in fear. Can she repeat her earlier success, or is she a fraud who has run out of inspiration? With pressure mounting from her publisher, Tenley is weighted with writer's block. But when her estranged mother calls asking Tenley to help her through chemotherapy, she packs up for Florida where she meets handsome furniture designer Jonas Sullivan and discovers the story her heart's been missing. A century earlier, another woman wrote at the same desk with hopes and fears of her own. Born during the Gilded Age, Birdie Shehorn is the daughter of the old-money Knickerbockers. Under the strict control of her mother, her every move is decided ahead of time, even whom she'll marry. But Birdie has dreams she doesn't know how to realize. She wants to tell stories, write novels, make an impact on the world. When she discovers her mother has taken extreme measures to manipulate her future, she must choose between submission and security or forging a brand-new way all on her own. Tenley and Birdie are from two very different worlds, but fate has bound them together in a way time cannot erase. Members Reviews: Amazing!!! She did it again another amazing book that makes you think deeper about your life and relationships with God. Thank you, please never stop writing! Could not get enough Great book and this is my second Rachel Hauck and I enjoyed them both. I felt like I was part of the story. I highly recommend this 5 stars Hovering Between Time Travel and Historical/Contemporary Love the characters, plot and writing. Rachel Hauck is one of my very favorite authors. The bridge between the historical and present day created by Rachel Hauck is superior to any other book that hovers between time travel and historical. Her realistic time-tie-ins are inspired. Add to that her humor and true-to-life Christian characters makes her books wonderful. This makes up for the narrator who only has one voice . It is a nice voice but makes listening more difficult . Being an author who has had ideas stolen, I bonded with Birdie right away. Loved Coco Beach, the character. She did it again! Rachel Hauck when is your next masterpiece? This is a good for the soul book. Excellent from beginning to end. Really creative story Love this story so much. It took 2-3 chapters to be okay with the reader/narrator though. Too much of a southern and relaxed accent. Really hard to get past but once I did I enjoyed the story so much. I loved the weaving in with the past and present and the culmination of the story portraying such grace. A clear picture in the end of our human failings and how God weaves it all together. I loved this book and it touched me on so many levels.

Second Chance Pass Audiobook by Robyn Carr

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robyn Carr) — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 11:27:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Second Chance Pass Subtitle: Virgin River, Book 5 Author: Robyn Carr Narrator: Therese Plummer Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 08-11-09 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1338 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Within a few short months, Vanessa buried her husband and birthed his son. When serendipity brings a man into her life again, her heart flutters anew. But just as he plans to reveal his love, another woman stakes her claim on him - a claim his sense of honor can't easily shake off. Members Reviews: Excellent Robyn Carr's Virgin River series continues to be entertaining in Second Chance Pass that includes returning characters and introduces new ones. These people have depth, mystery, strengths, and weaknesses that make them interesting and believable. I enjoyed the multi-generational love stories - teens through seniors. Therese Plummer's narration is amazing. You actually think you're listening to multiple voices. Dramatic Robyn Carr writes amazing love stories and Therese Plummer is the perfect narrator for her writing. I love this series and anxiously await each one to audible. Second Chance Pass brought so much drama to the story I was amazed. This is no carbon copy of the previous books in the series but expands on the new characters along with the ones we have already come to love and appreciate with such intelligence. This is a awesome writer. Excellent I love this series, I love all the characters, I love the narator.... I wish it would go on forever. Can't wait for the next one. Just beautiful. Wonderful Read If you haven't had the opportunity to read Robyn Carr, do so now! The Virgin River series is a fabulous series! Begin with Book one and work your way through the series. Therese Plummer is the best narrator I have ever listened to, she takes me right into the story and drops me into Jack's Bar with the rest of the Virgin River gang! love catching up i was so happy to get this book and catch up and all the latest from the virgin river crew,cant wait for more

Thunder and Rain Audiobook by Charles Martin

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charles Martin) — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 22:04:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Thunder and Rain Subtitle: A Novel Author: Charles Martin Narrator: Daniel May, Luci Christian Bell Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 04-03-12 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 373 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Third generation Texas Ranger Tyler Steele is the last of a dying breed - a modern-day cowboy hero living in a world that doesn't quite understand his powerful sense of right and wrong and instinct to defend those who can't defend themselves. Despite his strong moral compass, Ty has trouble seeing his greatest weakness. His hard outer shell, the one essential to his work, made him incapable of forging the emotional connection his wife, Andie, so desperately needed. Now retired, raising their son, Brodie, on his own, and at risk of losing his ranch, Ty does not know how to rebuild from the rubble of his life. The answer comes in the form of Samantha and her daughter, Hope, on the run from a seemingly inescapable situation. They are in danger, desperate, and alone. Though they are strangers, Ty knows he can help - protecting the innocent is what he does best. As his relationship with Sam and Hope unfolds, Ty realizes he must confront his true weaknesses if he wants to become the man he needs to be. Members Reviews: Love Charles Martin stories!!!!! I can't say enough about this story! Charles Martin has done it again!!!!! Another amazing story! I laughed, I cried, I felt like I was there..... I'll never look at a car on the side of the road w/out wondering "what is their story"? How could they change my life? Charles Martin does his homework and can write a story as if he was living it personally. He knows all the history and background of his stories inside and out! A+++++ I can't wait for the next one!!! A mans story, a love story? Everything that is good and right and the way it should be. This is a story written by a man that understands the mans code, metrosexuals might be confused by the ethic in this tome, or might be, probably be, enlightened by it. As men we often are told by women to "read this and you will understand me" we read it. Well as a man to a woman, I would say, "read this and you will understand me" and leave it at that. This is a well written story, by a man, that also is able to write about the feelings that make a man the way we often are, when a man is the right kind of stuff. The action is good, there is tension and suspense and there is a love story. A mans perspective kind of love story. I really liked this book, I did not know it would be what it was but am very glad I listened to it. A really good find one I would highly recommend. Outstanding! Listen, smile, laugh, cry, and learn. Would you consider the audio edition of Thunder and Rain to be better than the print version? Never read the printed version. It just couldn't be as good as the audio! What did you like best about this story? The lesson. We run out of hope at times. This book is a reminder of hope. Living is the hard part. Gather the courage to live and the hope of tomorrow. What a great writer! I need more of his books to read and remind me. Which character as performed by Daniel May and Luci Christian Bell was your favorite? All of the characters were performed greatly. The mix of Daniel May and Luci Christian Bell made the story. I so enjoyed hearing Hope as a little girl then as an adult. But, it took both Mr. May and Ms. Bell to put the story on line. Greatly done. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Definitely, I did listen almost in one sitting.

The Wife Audiobook by Meg Wolitzer

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Meg Wolitzer) — Thu, 07 May 2015 06:45:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wife Subtitle: A Novel Author: Meg Wolitzer Narrator: Dawn Harvey Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 05-07-15 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 60 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Meg Wolitzer brings her characteristic wit and intelligence to a provocative story about the evolution of a marriage, the nature of partnership, the question of a male or female sensibility, and the place for an ambitious woman in a man's world. The moment Joan Castleman decides to leave her husband, they are 35,000 feet above the ocean on a flight to Helsinki. Joan's husband, Joseph, is one of America's preeminent novelists, about to receive a prestigious international award, and Joan, who has spent 40 years subjugating her own literary talents to fan the flames of his career, has finally decided to stop. From this gripping opening, Meg Wolitzer flashes back to Smith College and Greenwich Village in the 1950s and follows the course of the marriage that has brought the couple to this breaking point - one that results in a shocking revelation. With her skillful storytelling and pitch-perfect observations, Wolitzer has crafted a wise and candid look at the choices all men and women make - in marriage, work, and life. Members Reviews: Would rather have read this in print Brilliant story, but the director and reader made a few hammy choices (drunken conversation, accents, general aggrieved tone) that distracted me from a sense of the authors voice. Sexy, confrontational, colorful Terrific book, beautifully written by Meg Wolitzer, taking readers on the journey of a marriage. Dawn Harley does an outstanding job interpreting and vocalizing the prose. Worst book I've ever read No joke. This book was terrible. I can't recall one that I've ever read that was a worse way to spend my time. The characters were unlikeable, the story was slow and was entirely painful. 7 hrs of my life I will never get back. Boring This book just drugs on and on. I did not glimpse any new insights while listening to it. A talented woman gives all to not-so-talented husband, sacrificing her needs. He is unfaithful and vane, and she spends a lifetime catering to his needs. Then she decides to leave him. So what?! I failed to finish this book, stopped listening after 4 and 1/2 hours. I just didn't really care about the main characters.The narrator did a decent job, but cannot save the book. great performances by the read er As a fan of Wolitzer once again she drew me in to the lives of these interesting people. Excellent reader, perfect for this story.

Christopher's Diary: Secrets of Foxworth Audiobook by V.C. Andrews

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (V.C. Andrews) — Tue, 28 Oct 2014 12:05:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Christopher's Diary: Secrets of Foxworth Author: V.C. Andrews Narrator: Kirby Heyborne, Rebekkah Ross Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-14 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 103 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Jealousy, tragedy, survival, and revenge - the discovery of Christophers diary in the ruins of Foxworth Hall brings new secrets of the Dollanganger family to light and obsesses a new generation. With Flowers in the Attic and Petals on the Wind both now major Lifetime TV events, this first new addition to the Dollanganger story in nearly 30 years is a timely look at the events in the attic - from teenage Christophers point of view. And dont forget to preorder the follow-up, Christophers Diary: Echoes of Dollanganger! Christopher Dollanganger was 14 when he and his younger siblings - Cathy and the twins, Cory and Carrie - were locked away in the attic of Foxworth Hall, prisoners of their mothers greedy inheritance scheme. For three long years, he kept hope alive for the sake of the others. But the shocking truth about how their ordeal affected him was always kept hidden - until now. Members Reviews: NOTHING new at all about Christopher here Is there anything you would change about this book? Yes, I would completely omit the new story line about the distant third cousin. I get that the author is attempting to foreshadow future books that are being penned, but it is done in such an obvious manner that it makes the brand name of V. C. Andrews feel like a cash cow just milking it's readers. I also find it ridiculous that this is a TWO part book. There is not nearly enough information in this book to neccessitate dividing into two parts. What could V.C. Andrews have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? Virginia Andrews could not have done anything to make this more enjoyable. But the ghost author, Andrew Neiderman, COULD do some research on how a teenager actually speaks and acts in the year 2014. I have not met a teenager that uses the word "blouse" in a very long time. Would you be willing to try another one of Kirby Heyborne and Rebekkah Ross s performances? Kirby Heyborne's performance was good. Rebekkah Ross sounded much too old for the character. Could you see Christopher's Diary: Secrets of Foxworth being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be? ABSOLUTELY not! Let's try to get the Dollanganger's right on screen before, we start trying to add this new character. Any additional comments? I will say again, making this book a TWO part book is the most OBVIOUS attempt at needling money out of readers I believe I have ever seen. Better than I thought it would be! I buy every book by this author and have since back in the 80s! This book it much better than I thought it would be. I thought it would probably be boring as it was a diary and most diaries are, however I was pleasantly surprised. This is an actual novel. I love how there were two narrators. The female narrator, Rebekkah Ross, read the 1st person parts and Kirby Heybone read the parts of Christopher's diary. This turned out to be an actual novel! Kristen Masterwood' is a cousin of the Foxworths. Kristen's dad is contracted to tear down the old Foxworth Hall (after 2 fires) and clean the grounds up to sell the land off. It is here where Kristen's dad discovers an old box and let's Kristnen open it. This is where Kristen discovers and old book which turned out to be a diary written by Christopher Dollanganger back in the attic days. Until now, the town has only had rumors as to what happened so any years ago.

The Walk Audiobook by Richard Paul Evans

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Richard Paul Evans) — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 19:17:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Walk Author: Richard Paul Evans Narrator: Richard Paul Evans Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 04-06-10 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 805 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: What would you do if you lost everything - your job, your home, and the love of your life - all at the same time? When it happens to Seattle ad executive Alan Christoffersen, he's tempted by his darkest thoughts. A bottle of pills in his hand and nothing left to live for, he plans to end his misery. Instead, he decides to take a walk. But not any ordinary walk. Taking with him only the barest of essentials, Al leaves behind all that he's known and heads for the farthest point on his map: Key West, Florida. The people he encounters along the way, and the lessons they share with him, will save his life and inspire yours. Richard Paul Evans' extraordinary New York Times best sellers have made him one of the worlds most beloved storytellers. A life-changing journey, both physical and spiritual, The Walk is the first of an unforgettable series of books about one man's search for hope. Members Reviews: Great listen but why is it so SHORT? I really enjoyed this short story and am left wondering, since there are at least five books in the series, why oh why are they so short? It is totally unnecessary and I am left with a slight negative feeling from a book that I otherwise loved listening to. Alan Christoffersen's life falls apart in a matter of weeks. Everything that he knew and loved is gone, and he has to make some pretty serious decisions. His first decision is whether he even wants to go on living. Well, there wouldn't be any book at all if he did himself in, so that is no spoiler. Besides, you already know he is going on a long, long walk (5 books worth, so far). Alan's walk becomes what I might call a spiritual endeavor (but not really religious) and I feel he is going to learn some of life's deeper and more important lessons as he continues on his cross country trek. This is a very gentle, sweet book that moves along at a walker's pace. I enjoyed it immensely and I do look forward to continuing the journey . This is an author-narrated book. Authors are not necessarily the best narrators, I think we all would agree, but sometimes that can acceptable. Evan's tells his story in a quiet, believable fashion, so much so that I had to do some research to find out if this was a novel or true story at the beginning. So, all in all, this was a very positive listening experience for me despite the above-mentioned shortness of the audiobook. A story of Hope Over the last week I've been listening to "The Walk" during my morning walks and it's been a great match. I've looked forward to the next installment each day, and I'll be downloading the next book. This isn't a flashy tale, just a story of a man facing Job-like challenges, his life stripped away to nothing, working his way back to meaning. Excellent a Must Read What a great book. It left me with a very nice feeling knowing we are all on our walk and have yet to meet all the people we are to meet. I cannot wait to read the next book. Quite Enjoyable! Honestly, I had no idea this was the first book in a series. When I finished listening, I was disappointed that the "Walk" had barely started, but the story had taken a turn, and it really did wrap things up nicely. When searching for other books by Richard Paul Evans, I discovered this was Book 1 of 5!! I was very happy, because I was really enjoying the journey.

The Things We Keep Audiobook by Sally Hepworth

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sally Hepworth) — Tue, 19 Jan 2016 21:05:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Things We Keep Author: Sally Hepworth Narrator: Therese Plummer, Barrie Kreinik Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 01-19-16 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 287 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Anna Forster, in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease at only 38 years old, knows that her family is doing what they believe to be best when they take her to Rosalind House, an assisted-living facility. She also knows there's just one another resident her age, Luke. What she does not expect is the love that blossoms between her and Luke even as she resists her new life at Rosalind House. As her disease steals more and more of her memory, Anna fights to hold on to what she knows, including her relationship with Luke. When Eve Bennett is suddenly thrust into the role of single mother, she finds herself putting her culinary training to use at Rosalind House. When she meets Anna and Luke, she is moved by the bond the pair has forged. But when a tragic incident leads Anna's and Luke's families to separate them, Eve finds herself questioning what she is willing to risk to help them. Members Reviews: Beautiful story and skilled narration This is original, poignant, and beautiful. It's a story that celebrates love in all its forms. The narration was superb! Thumbs up! This is a sad and yet wonderful story about love and those who effect out world. Heartbreaking, Humanizing, and Real The Things We Keep is a beautiful work on the tenacity of life through hardship. It's characters are memorable and relatable - despite their unique circumstances. However, this book is not for the faint of heart. It is a stark and poignant look at tragedy in forms both familiar and unfamiliar. I cried several times - and at one point I had to pause the audiobook and walk away, because I could not handle what was unfolding ahead of me. In terms of performance, the Berrie Kreinik and Therese Plummer do a wonderful job. Our three viewpoint characters have distinct voices, performed with a level of nuance that you will find yourself completely immersed. Overall, I highly recommend this book to everyone, especially those who know or wish to understand better the mentally ill. This will open your eyes to the value of human experience in all forms, to the rich lives that those society so often dismisses continue to live. Pure perfection This is one of those rare novels that takes you full circle and ties up all of those lose ends. It is a story about loss. Loss of possessions, loss due to suicide and the devastating loss due to Alzheimer's Disease. It is also a tale about bravery, perseverance and love. This little treasure has it all! Barrie Kreinik and Therese Plummer give a brilliant performance which enhances this book even more, if that is possible. Five stars and not to be missed. Sweet Very sweet book about love and loss combined with an emotion tied to the horrible disease called Alzheimer's.

Brokeback Mountain Audiobook by Annie Proulx

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Annie Proulx) — Thu, 01 Dec 2005 07:15:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Brokeback Mountain Author: Annie Proulx Narrator: Campbell Scott Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 12-01-05 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 953 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Both men work hard, marry, and have kids because that's what cowboys do. But over the course of many years and frequent separations this relationship becomes the most important thing in their lives, and they do anything they can to preserve it. Critic Reviews: "Proulx's understanding is at its most remarkable in the astonishing Brokeback Mountain. [She] knows what she could only know...by the infrared that allows a very few writers clear sight in the dark of the imagination." (The New York Times Book Review) "Brokeback Mountain does some of the best things a story can do. It abolishes the old West cliches, excavates and honors a certain kind of elusive life, then nearly levels you with the emotional weight at its center." (The Boston Sunday Globe) Members Reviews: Finally! Someone gets it. It's great to read a story about two men in love with eachother and not with "Liza" For the first time ever I can associate with a gay character. This story is not about "gay pride" or "AIDS" Its a story that lets you get into the heart and soul of the two men. and what I believe is the heart of most men. scared, and conforming to expectations to hide true feelings, and selves. Well worth the listen I was curious about this story, in light of the recent media attention on that movie. I bought it before some quick business travel -- it's length suggesting little investment on my part if it turned out to be disappointing. What I got was a great story, at a bargain price. It is a little raw at times, and perhaps not for the faint of heart, but the charactors are great and the story was well written. A poignant and involving listen that will not require a large amount of your time. Because quitting someone is not that easy... If you wish to check the full review of this title, google me!! Inkish Kindgoms! (Wordpress) I have to confess that I have listened to the audiobook twice, read the novella once, and watched the movie three times. I even did an essay comparing the movie and the novella, and if you let me brag a little bit, it all went amazingly good! I love this novella not only for the love story which made cry my eyes out, but for the strong political discourse that it has. I really like how Proulx transgress the normative by having two gay cow boys in a state that is known for its bigotry and violence against the LGBT community. She does not only transgress and breaks the stereotype of the macho bravado of the typical cowboys, but she unbox the gay characters from the limp-wristed sissy and gay psychopath label. Unforgettable story This is a very well read version of a well-written, lean short story. Both the narrator and the author capture the feeling of loneliness and desperate longing for something greatly desired and tragically just out of reach. This is a tale that will fascinate you and haunt you as you think about it for days after you hear it. Highly recommended. Have both: movie and book The movie and the book are complementary to each other.

Fear of Flying Audiobook by Erica Jong

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Erica Jong) — Mon, 15 May 2006 05:00:22 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fear of Flying Author: Erica Jong Narrator: Hope Davis Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 05-15-06 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 179 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Originally published in 1973, the groundbreaking, uninhibited story of Isadora Wing and her desire to fly free caused a national sensation. In The New York Times, Henry Miller compared it to his own classic, Tropic of Cancer and predicted that "this book will make literary history..." It has sold more than 12-million copies. Now, after 30 years, the revolutionary novel known as Fear of Flying still stands as a timeless tale of self-discovery, liberation, and womanhood. ©1973, 2001 Erica Mann Jong; (P)2006 HarperCollins Publishers Critic Reviews: "Extraordinary....At once wildly funny and very wise." (Los Angeles Times) "An amazing tour de force." (Cosmopolitan) Members Reviews: Glad I didn't give up on it... I very nearly gave up on this one. I'm a woman in my 30's. I have always considered myself a modern, liberated woman. I had a memory of this book on my (feminist) mother's bookshelf, and of being titillated by the racey cover. I had heard that it was a seminal feminist book. So, I finally decided I should fill in this gap in my literary repertoir and "read" it for myself. However, as I listened I found I really despised the main character. I was completely unable to relate to her. My generation is very different from hers. I am happy in my marriage, my interpersonal relationships, and my self-image. I've never felt oppressed or smothered by anyone. This woman just seemed disgustingly whiney, neurotic, and childish. I am stubborn, though. At first I kept myself going by telling myself how good it was to see how far we'd really come since then. I thought it was heading for all kinds of extreme endorsements-- live in communes, forsake all commitments, want nothing more from life than perpetual free sex and empty "freedom". I kept thinking, thank goodness the pendulum has swung back from that extreme into some sanity! In the end though it didn't go where I feared it would. It more than redeemed itself, and I'm glad I stuck with it. It's about a woman finding her own identity, and while the details of path she took to get there ARE rather dated, the journey itself is as pertinent today as it ever was. It IS a wonderful insight into the dilemmas of being a woman, of the differences and conflicts between the sexes, and of what it means to really grow up and be a whole person. Too darn neurotic! Whew! I can't believe I hung in there until the end. The main character is too darn neurotic - I wanted to throttle her. Not my kind of book. The interview with the author at the end of the story was interesting. An enjoyably readable classic I read this book about 20 years ago and wanted to re-read it now to see how it holds up with the passage of time. I really enjoyed it a lot. Hope Davis is great as the narrator. Really believable. I can still see why this book was considered "ground-breaking". Isadora's unembarrassed search for who she is still speaks to me and her open acceptance of her sexuality still seems pretty radical and brave. And not just because she talks openly about sex and uses a lot of "swear words". But because it really isn't about finding the right man, which she eventually figures out. Boring The book was very well written. The narrator did an excellent job. At no point did her portrayals feel robotic or inauthentic. But the story itself is lackluster.

Retribution Audiobook by Sherrilyn Kenyon

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sherrilyn Kenyon) — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 11:14:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Retribution Subtitle: A Dark-Hunter Novel Author: Sherrilyn Kenyon Narrator: Holter Graham Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-11 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 856 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From #1 New York Times best-selling author Sherrilyn Kenyon comes the next thrilling installment in her blockbuster Dark-Hunter series. Harm no human A hired gunslinger, William Jessup Brady lived his life with one foot in the grave. He believed that every life had a price. Until the day when he finally found a reason to live. In one single act of brutal betrayal, he lost everything, including his life. Brought back by a Greek goddess to be one of her Dark-Hunters, he gave his immortal soul for vengeance and swore hed spend eternity protecting the humans hed once considered prey. Orphaned as a toddler, Abigail Yager was taken in by a family of vampires and raised on one belief - Dark-Hunters are the evil who prey on both their people and mankind, and they must all be destroyed. While protecting her adoptive race, she has spent her life eliminating the Dark-Hunters and training for the day when she meeting the man who killed her family: Jess Brady. A gun in the hand is worth two in the holster. Jess has been charged with finding and terminating the creature whos assassinating Dark-Hunters. The last thing he expects to find is a human face behind the killings, but when that face bears a striking resemblance to the one who murdered him centuries ago, he knows something evil is going on. He also knows hes not the one who killed her parents. But Abigail refuses to believe the truth and is determined to see him dead once and for all. Brought together by an angry god and chased by ancient enemies out to kill them both, they must find a way to overcome their mutual hatred or watch as one of the darkest of powers rises and kills both the races theyve sworn to protect. Members Reviews: Love Holter Graham......BUT........ What did you like best about Retribution? What did you like least? Love Jess from Dance with the Devil, and glad to see him get a story, but I'm very confused...I downloaded this book the day it came out, and listened to it many times, as it was so very different from the other DH books, with the native American theme and all..... Then, in anticipation of the upcoming "Time Untime" I listened to it again this week, and it was different ...I mean, the end was different.... Much more detail, and I am VERY confused.... What didnt you like about Holter Grahams performance? He really has no range.... All his characters sound "American" despite the discriptions of their ethnic backgrounds....While, in comparison to Maggie meg reed, carrington macduffie, and (shudder) William Dupree, he's the lessor of all evils, he can't seem to remember that he's done these books before, and doesn't carry through with his characters.... The main discrepancy being Nick, but there are many more....Sin, Zarek, Dev, etc. If this book were a movie would you go see it? Probably, out of morbid curiosity Was left hanging ... Don't get me wrong -- I loved the book, and really enjoy the Dark Hunter series. However, I felt a little let down when the end came, having expected more from the build up of the story. The story of Buffalo, Butterfly, Coyote and Wren was intriguing -- however, I felt in the end as if it was unresolved in the bigger story of the book, with only the disclaimer that more would be expected in time to come. Also, the main theme of the Dark Hunter books was almost skipped over here, with various forays into the realm, and yet kind of like swiss cheese.

Water Bound Audiobook by Christine Feehan

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Christine Feehan) — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 00:30:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Water Bound Subtitle: A Sea Haven Novel Author: Christine Feehan Narrator: Angela Brazil Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 08-04-10 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 710 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The last thing Sid remembered was being enlisted to protect a vulnerable young woman in the coastal town of Sea Haven. Then, as if in some nightmare, he was lost in the swirling currents of the ocean, and sucked deeper into a freezing black eddy. Just as quickly, he was saved - pulled ashore by a beautiful stranger. Her name is Rikki, a sea-urchin diver in Sea Haven. Soon they will be bound by tantalizing secrets, which will engulf them both in a whirlpool of passion and danger. Members Reviews: A new start with a dash of reunion Let me first say that the posted Summary for this book is wrong: Publisher's Summary The last thing Sid remembered was being enlisted to protect a vulnerable young woman in the coastal town of Sea Haven. Then, as if in some nightmare, he was lost in the swirling currents of the ocean, and sucked deeper into a freezing black eddy. Just as quickly, he was saved - pulled ashore by a beautiful stranger. Her name is Rikki, a sea-urchin diver in Sea Haven. Soon they will be bound by tantalizing secrets, which will engulf them both in a whirlpool of passion and danger. His name is not Sid nor was he enlisted to protect a vulnerable young woman in Sea Haven. His name is Lev and he was rescued by Rikki when he was on a ship that was went down near Sea Haven (from the last book in the Sea Haven Sisters Series). He isn't there to rescue anyone and he isn't needed to rescue Rikki either. She's a strong woman that can rescue herself - and does so. The story is laid out as a first in the new series and I felt it lacked a little more of the introduction and connection to the other characters that were coming in the series within this book. Rikki is supposed to be close to her sisters and though not too close due to her condition the reader isn't given much information on the sisters, just a brief introduction to them with a little more for one of the other sisters. Of that I feel the story lacked the connection the reader should have as this is a series. The story does have it slow points, but I feel that the character Rikki needs this... and the action warms up in the last 1/4 of the book. If you've read the previous series it's a little reunion with Jonas and Hannah - just a little bit, but you are reminded of the history... some of which actually isn't resolved by the end of the book. This was disappointing to me personally as I feel it should have been resolved and done so in this book - but I can hope it does so within the next coming books in the series. The narrator for this story didn't do a great job. She didn't make the male characters sound... well, male. Everything kind of blended when it came to character identification. I wish that the narrator for the original Sea Haven series had done this one. Also I feel that the narrator went to far in assuming what a high level Autistic adult would sound like. At times she was fine and at other it felt like a speech pattern was used that was very "different". Be consistent. Also the tone of the story was slow due to the narrator. Lastly the audio had an echo which can be quite disturbing. If you start and stop the story quite a few times this might be a huge problem. Paranormal with a poignant twist Christine Feehan is known for giving her characters extraordinary powers. But I found the heroine in Water Bound to be particularly touching.

The Other Side of Midnight Audiobook by Sidney Sheldon

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sidney Sheldon) — Tue, 19 Apr 2016 21:17:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Other Side of Midnight Author: Sidney Sheldon Narrator: Steven Pacey Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 04-19-16 Publisher: Phoenix Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 162 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: This number-one New York Times best-selling novel is Sidney Sheldon at his best...a novel complete with tortured romantic entanglements, reverses of fortune, thrilling suspense, and ultimate justice. In Paris, in Washington, and in Greece in a fabulous villa, an innocent American becomes a bewildered, horror-stricken pawn in a game of vengeance and betrayal. She is Catherine Douglas, a woman caught in a web of four lives intertwined by passion as her handsome husband pursues an incredibly beautiful film star...and as Constantin Demeris, a legendary Greek tycoon, tightens the strands that control them all. Critic Reviews: "A total spellbinder.... Sex, love, hate, revenge.... Read it." ( San Francisco Chronicle) Members Reviews: Forget the movie. Read the book. I saw this movie back in 1977. Thought it was great but it made me want to read the book. The book was better. Fast forward 35 years and there's an audiobook. Why not and guess what, the audiobook was even better than the print copy! and that made me want to go back and watch the movie again. This is where the love story ends. Watching the movie today after listening to the book, was pathetic. Steven Pacey's reading is great and Sidney Sheldon's story holds up. It kept me awake until 5am. Entertaining I had good memories from having read this book a long time ago. This time the plot seemed a little too much convenient at times, and more linear and obvious than I remembered. The narrator was very good, not excellent, but overall it was an enjoyable experience. Not all readings are masterpieces, right? Amazing! Well detailed story and wonderfully narrated. Finished it in 2 days because I couldnt stop listening. A tragic story of love and betrayal . Great story of love, betrayal and vengeance . You leave the story feeling heartache for everything involved Brilliant book, brilliant narrator If I could give 6 stars Sidney Sheldon and Steven Pacey for this, I would!! Just as good the second time around

A Grave Prediction Audiobook by Victoria Laurie

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Victoria Laurie) — Tue, 26 Jul 2016 02:55:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Grave Prediction Author: Victoria Laurie Narrator: Elizabeth Michaels Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 473 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In Victoria Laurie's new Psychic Eye mystery, Abby Cooper learns that following the money often leads to murder.... Professional psychics learn to deal with skeptics, but Abby has to prepare herself for one steep uphill battle when she's sent to San Diego to help train FBI officers to use their intuition. Her first challenge: a series of bank robberies in which the thieves made off with loads of cash but left no clues. Abby's sixth sense leads her team to a tract of land recently cleared for development. But instead of finding clues to the cash, Abby gets a vision of four buried bodies. A site search turns up some bones and pottery from an American Indian tribe, but that's still enough to delay construction for years. With a furious developer and dubious FBI agents on her back, Abby is losing credibility fast. But unlike the best laid plans, Abby's talent rarely leads her astray. And if the bodies aren't there yet, that means that four deaths can still be stopped. She'll just have to dig a little deeper.... Members Reviews: Predictable Awesome I have such fun listening to Abby and how she expresses herself. I listened to the whole book from this morning to 12:07am. Seemed predictable Don't get me wrong, I love Abby Cooper but this story seemed a little more predictable than the rest. Also, was it just me or did the narrator have a weird flow? She kept pausing in the middle of words and it was really weird. All in all I didn't MIND it I just didn't love it as much as other Victoria Laurie books I've read. Not her best work in my opinion. Another great book in a wonderful series! Love this series! Great mystery with smart funny dialog ! Narrator does a wonderful job bringing these characters to life! Another Great Book I am so glad Victoria added another book to this series. I have listen to every singe one, this is one of my favorite series. Always exciting and you never know who did it till the end. Abby is growing she has learned how to deal with non-believers in this book without going ballistic. Candace gave her a way to to look at herself. It was nice to see this change in character. The story line was excellent. Performance was excellent also. Now have to wait till next book comes out! fun easy read really fun easy book to read. I love the narrator even though she tends to pronounce a lot of words incorrectly....over and over again.

Catch of the Day Audiobook by Kristan Higgins

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kristan Higgins) — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 06:21:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Catch of the Day Author: Kristan Higgins Narrator: Xe Sands Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 06-18-12 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 533 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Maggie Beaumont's luck is about to change. Sure, she's known for her bad romantic choices-her former boyfriend broke up with her by bringing his new girlfriend home for a visit. And then there was the crush she had on a gorgeous young Irishman, who turned out to be Father Tim, the parish's new priest. But romantic salvation has arrived in the form of handsome, if surly, fisherman Malone. It turns out there's a heart of gold underneath his barnacle-clad exterior. Will this catch of the day turn into the dish of a lifetime? Members Reviews: It really pains me to rate this this way.... Ok so it really pains me to have to write my review this way since there were so many things I enjoyed about this book, but I have to give it the most solid 3 ever. The Good: Narration is superb! The main character Maggie is hysterical, lovable, energetic, and pretty (well almost) normal. There were many touching, realistic scenes that could honestly happen to either one of us. The writing is phenomenal and funny as heck. The Bad: Why the heck did the male interest not speak but like 4 times in the entire book? There was nothing to fall in love with and I mean even a grouch speaks to someone at least once a day. I have to agree with another reviewer I read because while everything else lined up for a great novel, the actual supposed romance robbed the book from a 5 star rating. Dang they could have given more as far as a leading man was concerned. Dismal after The Best Man Ok, so how do you fall in love with a guy that doesn't say more than....um.... 3 words in any given sentence? AND that is just my first of oh-so-many-dissapointments about this book. Very well written, and freaking fantastic narrator! I love her. really good. PLUS i loved The Best Man- so I was primed to love this book to- PLUS being a golden retriever lover. But nooooo....I don't want to ruin it, but lets just say that i was moved to extremely sad tears (read here: NOT HAPPY) at one part of the book. While the first part is fun and reading about her Dating disasters is quite hilarious- I just kept thinking, OK ....where is the more!? Where is the great guy, or the quiet guy comes out of the shell, or i donno, SOMETHING! but wait.... nothing. Well let me tell you about that more- sitting here with just an hour and 11 minutes left of the book, i'm still holding out hope for something to turn around. Which I know, because i love this genre of books, that it will work out- i have not particularly enjoyed the ride. I keep waiting for her lot to get better, but so far- no resolution. I mean this book better have the best freaking fantastic ever ending to redeem itself! Usually when reading this genre you know that something has to turn for the worst and then resolve. Yet, 80% of this book is for the worst. I mean, it gets ultra crappy for our dear sweet heroine (which is, kinda annoying to be honest.) But anyways, this will definitely NOT be in my reread list. Although, it must be said, that i've been up since 3am listening to it... THAT should tell you how much hope i had for it. I just kept waiting for it to get better. So steer clear if you love SEP, or Lisa Kleypas, etc. Plus the romance left a lot to be desired. just saying. Really great!! LMAO at the bowling scene. Quick wit had me laughing throughout and even shed some tears.

Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk Audiobook by Ben Fountain

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ben Fountain) — Tue, 01 May 2012 21:23:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk Subtitle: A Novel Author: Ben Fountain Narrator: Oliver Wyman Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-12 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 852 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A rerelease of this award-winning, critically acclaimed novel just in time for its major motion picture release, directed by two-time Academy Award winner Ang Lee; screenplay by Jean-Christophe Castelli; and featuring Joe Alwyn, Kristen Stewart, Chris Tucker, and Garrett Hedlund, with Vin Diesel and Steve Martin. A ferocious firefight with Iraqi insurgents - caught on tape by an embedded Fox News crew - has transformed the eight surviving men of Bravo Squad into America's most sought-after heroes. For the past two weeks, the Bush administration has sent them on a media-intensive nationwide victory tour to reinvigorate public support for the war. Now, on this chilly and rainy Thanksgiving, the Bravos are guests of a Dallas football team, slated to be part of the halftime show. Among the Bravos is Specialist William Lynn, a 19-year-old Texas native. Amid clamoring patriots sporting flag pins on their lapels and "support our troops" bumper stickers on their cars, the Bravos are thrust into the company of the team owner and his coterie of wealthy colleagues; a luscious born-again cheerleader; a veteran Hollywood producer; and supersized pro players eager for a vicarious taste of war. Among these faces Billy sees those of his family - his worried sisters and broken father - and Shroom, the philosophical sergeant who opened Billy's mind and died in his arms. Over the course of this day, Billy will begin to understand difficult truths about himself, his country, his struggling family, and his brothers-in-arms soldiers both dead and alive. In the final few hours before returning to Iraq, Billy will drink and brawl, yearn for home and mourn those missing, face a heart-wrenching decision, and discover pure love and a bitter wisdom far beyond his years. Poignant, riotously funny, and exquisitely heartbreaking, Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk is a searing and powerful novel that has cemented Ben Fountain's reputation as one of the finest writers of his generation. Motion picture artwork ©2016 CTMG. Editorial Reviews: "The narrator, Oliver Wyman...imbues each member of Bravo Company with a thoughtfully defined character: Billy is unschooled but far from stupid, and Wyman walks that line effectively. The book's pages display words adrift in space, spelled phonetically...but Wyman manages to give each word and phrase the sensibility of the typographical tricks." (John Schwartz, The New York Times Book Review) Members Reviews: Moving, Poignant, Ironic Tale of Young Vet I loved this book. It's the closest thing to Mark Twain I've read in a long time. Entertaining, poignant, ironic, and a tribute to decent people being manipulated by the charlatans.Then protagonist is a young soldier whose heroism in battle was captured by a Fox news crew. The Army sends him and his buddies on a publicity tour of the US. The high point is their attendance on Thanksgiving day at a Dallas/Chicago football game at Cowboys Stadium. The author does a marvelous job of showing Billy's inner turmoil, knowing he has to go back to the war when the game is over. He meets a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader and it's instant love for both of them.

The Cereal Murders Audiobook by Diane Mott Davidson

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Diane Mott Davidson) — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 10:28:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Cereal Murders Author: Diane Mott Davidson Narrator: Barbara Rosenblat Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 10-23-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 264 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Goldy Bear, Aspen Meadow's caterer extraordinaire, is catering a dinner at the exclusive Elk Park Preparatory School. At the end of the evening, a horrified Goldy discovers the school valedictorian's battered body heaped in the snow. When a series of disturbing pranks leads her to believe that her son might be the next victim, Goldy launches her investigation. Delving into the scandals permeating the halls of academia, she stumbles upon another grisly murder, and another. Forces collide to make this book truly a gourmet experience. Barbara Rosenblat's full-bodied and witty reading, Ms. Mott's deliciously fast-paced plot, and her heroine's recipes for such enticing delights as Sugar Plum Cake and Sweetheart Sandwiches leave the reader satisfied, yet hoping for more. Members Reviews: Not my kind of mystery I found this book on a sale table at a used book store, it seemed interesting but I really found the plot line to be a little more "young adult" than I was expecting. I do not mind young adult novels but I do not think this was meant to be written as such. The story was interesting enough for me to get through the book, however there was such a focus on SAT prep and what everyone was eating it lost my attention often. I do not think I will be picking up another book in this series. Early Work from Author This is the third in the Diane Mott Davidson series and not my favorite. The premise was a stretch, the characters confusing and unrealistic and the murderer wasn't fully developed. Had it been told from a different point of view, it could very easily have been classified as a young adult book as it was set in a prep school and focused quite a bit on the teenagers attending the school and the stress of getting into the right collegeread Ivy League. The main character is Goldy the caterer, apparently a highly rated one in the Aspen, CO area, but I'm nit sure why. If anyone has ever had anything to do with a catered event, even just attending one, you would know the caterer does not wander off for extended periods, argue with the client, speak impertinently to the guests or have their 12 year old son and various teenagers as servers (who also ask impertinent questions). There are some inconsistencies that needed editing: in the beginning, the guests at a function are served both appetizers and desserts simultaneously and later, even though theres a detail of cops outside her house, Goldy (the queen of bad decisions) jumps in her car and (not wanting to spoil the end here) gets herself into trouble. And if there have been two murders at your son's prep school, wouldn't you think the school would be shut down or have cops stationed there? At the very least, I would take my kid out until the murders have been solved. By the end of the book, I honestly didn't care who done it! MY NEW FAVORITE What did you love best about The Cereal Murders? i love everything about this series of books.....and this narrator is perfect for these stories.....my last 3 credit have been used on this series...... not as good as her others If she is a Sunday teacher in her church and gets a promotion instead of a scolding for being a slut with local cop, does she even believe in God and his commandments? what kind of example is she to young people for waiting until married to have sex. A luke warm Christian, fence sitter.

The Rebels Audiobook by John Jakes

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Jakes) — Tue, 05 Nov 2013 17:37:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Rebels Subtitle: The Kent Family Chronicles, Book 2 Author: John Jakes Narrator: Marc Vietor Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 11-05-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 486 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A patriot soldier in the ragtag Continental army, Philip Kent defies the rule of the British crown, fighting for the future of his adopted American homeland and the future of his wife and newborn son. And when Philip's heroism draws the attention of General George Washington, he is sent on an overwhelmingly risky mission vital to the success of the Revolution. But no sacrifice is too great for freedom. Members Reviews: A little disappointing What did you like best about The Rebels? What did you like least? A riveting piece of historical literature. A story about a useless, good for nothing drunk, which drove me nuts. Anne's story shocked me and made me sad. How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable? Talk more about the historical significance of the war and how it affected society as a whole instead of just a few people. Have you listened to any of Marc Vietors other performances before? How does this one compare? The same high performance as the last time I listened to him. Do you think The Rebels needs a follow-up book? Why or why not? No I think author struggled with the material as it is. Any additional comments? About 65% of the book focussed on the daily nightmare that was life of a common drunk and how he tortured himself and the people around him, I got really fed up with the whole thing- I hope the next book is better. Regret and hopelessness What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you? The series is largely dark, with disappointment, failure and character weaknesses. The series is not uplifting and the many that enter the timeline breed hopelessness. The worst tragedies possible happen on a frequent scale that leaves one frustrated. When the listener just starts so admire a character, the story line trashes them into bleak shamefulness. Has The Rebels turned you off from other books in this genre? The historical context is good. What about Marc Vietors performance did you like? Very good. You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? Not much. Compelled to express strong contrary opinion! What disappointed you about The Rebels? I've never submitted a review before - I admit that I'm a bit selfish in that I like to read them, but don't take the time to share with others. But I just had to take the time after listening to The Rebels. I loved John Jakes' North and South trilogy. And I had been so disappointed when I couldn't find more John Jakes on Audible, that I sent a request for Audible to sell the other John Jakes books (many of which were a part of long series -wonderful when you find an author whose books captivate you the way North and South captivated me). Then it was time to move on. I found some other terrific historical fiction authors and books. Then, as I was exploring the genre for my next listen and John Jakes' Kent Chronicles popped up as a recommendation for me, I couldn't wait to start Book 1! Unfortunately, I found I wasn't as intrigued as I'd hoped to be. Even so, I convinced myself to try again with Book 2... Maybe my anticipations had set my expectations too high? But with only 45 minutes to go, it's become painfully obvious that my opinion is not going to change. So now I'm back on Audible looking for my next book. And again, the Kent Chronicles pop up as a recommendation for me.

All the Single Ladies Audiobook by Dorothea Benton Frank

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Dorothea Benton Frank) — Tue, 09 Jun 2015 21:16:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: All the Single Ladies Subtitle: A Novel Author: Dorothea Benton Frank Narrator: Robin Miles Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 06-09-15 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 544 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The perennial New York Times best-selling author returns with an emotionally resonant novel that illuminates the power of friendship in women's lives and is filled with her trademark wit; poignant and timely themes; sassy, flesh-and-blood characters; and the steamy Southern atmosphere and beauty of her beloved Carolina Lowcountry. Few writers capture the complexities, pain, and joy of relationships - between friends, family members, husbands and wives, or lovers - as beloved New York Times best-selling author Dorothea Benton Frank. In this charming, evocative, soul-touching novel, she once again takes us deep into the heart of the magical Lowcountry, where three amazing middle-aged women are bonded by another amazing woman's death. Through their shared loss, they forge a deep friendship, asking critical questions. Who was their friend, and what did her life mean? Are they living the lives they imagined for themselves? Will they ever be able to afford to retire? How will they maximize their happiness? Security? Health? And ultimately their own legacies? A plan is conceived and unfurls with each turn of the tide during one sweltering summer on the Isle of Palms. Without ever fully realizing how close they were to the edge, they finally triumph amid laughter and maybe even newfound love. Members Reviews: Delightfully Decadent Sometimes a book finds you at just the right time; this was that book for me. DBF transported me to a lovely town with heart-warming characters who I enjoyed following their journey through the ups and downs of life. While I loved this book, reading too many books like this will ruin the feeling. Novels like this are meant to be enjoyed like truffles, only one or two every now and then. Too many too often and the decadent richness turns sour. Tried to like it. I really wanted to like it as this author was recommended to me by a friend. I had to make myself finish it. I thought I could relate as the ladies were approximately my age. What I found was a group of judgemental, self-righteous gold diggers. Not the strong independent southern belles we hear so much about. I just couldn't like any of the characters and had predicted the end by the third chapter. Just wasn't for me. If you love the Lifetime Movie Channel.... What would have made All the Single Ladies better? At least a somewhat plausible storyline and better editing. What was most disappointing about Dorothea Benton Franks story? Audible needs a subcategory or label for books that would be great for straight-to-Lifetime Movie Network (or Hallmark Movie Channel, or whatever) stories, so that I can avoid them in the future. This was just dreadful. I found myself rolling my eyes all the time. Can't believe I stuck it out to the end. Too predictable. Too silly. What does Robin Miles bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? The narration was the only thing that saved this audiobook. I'm sure I would have given up early on if I had been reading the print version. She did a great job with all of the various characters, saving them from becoming complete stereotypes. The only reason I didn't give her five stars was that she read some parts as if she were constantly winking at the reader.

We Are Water Audiobook by Wally Lamb

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Wally Lamb) — Tue, 22 Oct 2013 13:08:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: We Are Water Subtitle: A Novel Author: Wally Lamb Narrator: Wally Lamb, George Guidall, Maggi-Meg Reed, Tavia Gilbert, Richard Ferrone, Edoardo Ballerini, Cynthia Darlow, Therese Plummer Format: Unabridged Length: 23 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 10-22-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1961 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: We Are Water is a disquieting and ultimately uplifting audiobook about a marriage, a family, and human resilience in the face of tragedy, from Wally Lamb, the New York Times best-selling author of The Hour I First Believed and I Know This Much is True. After 27 years of marriage and three children, Anna Oh - wife, mother, outsider artist - has fallen in love with Viveca, the wealthy Manhattan art dealer who orchestrated her success. They plan to wed in the Oh family's hometown of Three Rivers in Connecticut. But the wedding provokes some very mixed reactions and opens a Pandora's Box of toxic secrets - dark and painful truths that have festered below the surface of the Ohs' lives. We Are Water is a layered portrait of marriage, family, and the inexorable need for understanding and connection, told in the alternating voices of the Ohs: nonconformist, Anna; her ex-husband, Orion, a psychologist; Ariane, the do-gooder daughter, and her twin, Andrew, the rebellious only son; and free-spirited Marissa, the youngest. It is also a portrait of modern America, exploring issues of class, changing social mores, the legacy of racial violence, and the nature of creativity and art. With humor and compassion, Wally Lamb brilliantly captures the essence of human experience and the ways in which we search for love and meaning in our lives. The complete list of narrators includes Robin Miles and Sandy Rustin. Members Reviews: Wally Lamb at his Finest.. Again I've always loved Wally Lamb. Ever since 'She's Come Undone' and the story of Delores and her struggle with her family and weight, and then the amazing store 'I Know This Much is True,' I've been hooked on his writing/story telling style. While I sort of thought 'The Hour I First Believed' was a little discombobulated, I pre-ordered 'We Are Water' and looked very much forward to the day of it's release. I listened to the novel, told by several points of view, in a day and a half. I couldn't wait to see what would happen next, and I absolutely loved it and especially loved the narration by Lamb himself. Voraciously, I ate up 'We Are Water,' and now I am disappointed that it's over and I have to wait years for Lamb to write another book! The story tells the tale of the Oh family. Patriarch Orien Oh and his wife Anna have raised three children, a set of twins and a younger daughter. After over twenty-five years of marriage Anna decides to leave Orien and marry Viveca, her female lover, and very rich art dealer who has made Anna a success. The book centres around the reactions of the Oh family to Anna making such a shocking decision. As with any family, there are a lot of 'Oh' skeletons in their closet. Orien's father really never had anything to do with him. The twins are in a state of constant disarray, one wanting to be artificially inseminated at a young age, and the other turning to God and Jesus to reinforce his feelings about his mother's sexuality. The youngest is struggling to become an actress and Anna herself has had a tortured past. Anna tells her deepest secrets to the listener, like we are her best friend.

Christmas Bliss Audiobook by Mary Kay Andrews

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mary Kay Andrews) — Tue, 15 Oct 2013 09:60:33 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Christmas Bliss Author: Mary Kay Andrews Narrator: Kathleen McInerney Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 10-15-13 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 229 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Twas the night before Christmas, and Savannah was breezy... But there's trouble afoot - and it's heading toward Weezie. Seems BeBes been holding a big secret back that would make Santas reindeer stop dead in their tracks. Can these two best friends wriggle out of these twists? Will they do it in time to ensure Christmas Bliss? Members Reviews: Enjoyable - but not one of Mary Kay Andrews' best I have become a big Mary Kay Andrews fan, and while I enjoyed CHRISTMAS BLISS, I finished this latest effort with some measure of disappointment. Weezie Foley and crew are definitely my favorite characters out of all of Andrews' excellent books, and I was very much looking forward to another installment. Andrews usually provides interesting twists and turns, sometimes to the point of pain, but I found CHRISTMAS BLISS entirely too predictable. I found myself seeing each twist's outcome pretty much as soon as it was introduced, and feeling disappointed that I was right. I was hoping for the unexpected, and I didn't find it in this tale. There were also scenes that seemed contrived, almost shoehorned into the story (trying to avoid spoilers here - but I will mention the party Merijoy Rucker threw for BeBe) and didn't seem to flow organically. It almost seemed as if some favorite old character needed a cameo, or that someone had told funny stories about such parties and it somehow needed to be fit in. And to be honest, I just don't like this new narrator. I could have gotten used to the new voices, although they seemed too cutesy for the characters, particularly Weezie, if McInerney had just used the same pronunciations the previous narrator Isabel Keating had for consistency. Every time she said "BeeBee" instead of "BayBay", I found myself grinding my teeth -- also the change to the surname Stepanik. I almost didn't recognize the word when she said Buleigh. Perhaps these were the pronunciations the author had in mind, but when you have existing audiobooks in the same milieu, it seems logical to try to keep at least some consistency if you plan to change narrators. Don't get me wrong -- CHRISTMAS BLISS was a fun listen, and well worth the money spent on it. It's just not a favorite. It would have been better if they'd gotten the original narrator for the audiobook, though it still doesn't address some of the predictability. Another enjoyable episode of Bebe & Weezy I love Mary Kay Andrews - always download one of her books when I want to listen to something that I can not only identify with and also that I know will make me laugh out loud. Cozy Christmas tale What made the experience of listening to Christmas Bliss the most enjoyable? I love the development of Weezy and BeBe and the way the story is told from each of their points of view. What was one of the most memorable moments of Christmas Bliss? New York at Christmas time is magical and this was captured in the book. What about Kathleen McInerneys performance did you like? I've listened to so many MKA books and love this performer. Who was the most memorable character of Christmas Bliss and why? Weezy always steals the show but BeBe really was the most memorable in that she had the most transition and personal growth. loved it! I love these characters. This is a good book with a great storyline. my only critique is that i like isabel keating as a narratir more than this reader.

The Forgotten Woman Audiobook by Angela Marsons

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Angela Marsons) — Tue, 30 Aug 2016 19:00:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Forgotten Woman Subtitle: A Gripping, Emotional Rollercoaster You'll Devour in One Sitting Author: Angela Marsons Narrator: Alison Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs Language: English Release date: 08-30-16 Publisher: Bookouture Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 87 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Kit Mason has lived a life of unimaginable pain. An ex-prostitute, she has fled the clutches of an abusive pimp and now finds herself living hand to mouth in a new city, without anyone to help her. Frances Thornton seems to be living the perfect life. A lawyer from a privileged background, her perfect façade hides the painful secrets that still haunt her. Brought together by their attempts to conquer their addictions in an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, the two women strike up an unlikely friendship. But can they find strength in each other - or will the demons of their past catch up with them? Members Reviews: Disappointed! There are 8 Angela Marsons audio books available of which six are in the outstanding Detective Kim Stone series which are all 5 star suspense mysteries. The Forgotten Woman is contemporary fiction. British author Angela Marsons should stick to the mystery/thriller genre. I'm hooked I now can't get enough of Angela Marsons but will have to wait for more! I only they I had not survived her sooner. I went with the"name brand" authors who are great but Ms Marsons depth and emotional realism are not comparable. Alison Campbell is just as good so I will pass the time waiting by listening to more books she narrates. Very realistic I found the characters to be very well-developed. They battle with alcoholism in a way that is realistic and overall it was an entertaining book Not what I was expecting Would you try another book from Angela Marsons and/or Alison Campbell? Yes What could Angela Marsons have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? It was too obvious- the whole story. It was unbelievable that Kit changed her life so quickly- wasn't there a waiting list to get in at the half way house? Every plot seemed very amateurish. It seemed like it was written by a high school student in an advanced writing class. What do you think the narrator could have done better? Nothing I Managed to Finish I didn't love it . Too much going on. Narator ok; maybe I'd like the story better if I'd read it.

Cabin Pressure Audiobook by John Finnemore

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Finnemore) — Thu, 15 Jan 2015 06:46:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cabin Pressure Subtitle: Zurich: The BBC Radio 4 airline Author: John Finnemore Narrator: Stephanie Cole, Full Cast, Benedict Cumberbatch Format: Original Recording Length: 55 mins Language: English Release date: 01-15-15 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 741 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The complete finale of the hit BBC Radio 4 sitcom- 2 episodes. Cabin Pressure is set in the wing and prayer world of a tiny, one-plane airline, staffed by two pilots, one on his way down, and one who was never up to start with. In this, the finale of the whole series, we discover that for MJN Air, whether it's choosing an ice-cream flavour, putting a princess in a van or remembering your grandmother's name, no job is too small, but, many, many jobs are too difficult. Carolyn Knapp-Shappey, MJN Air's formidable boss, has employed two of the very cheapest pilots money can buy. Captain Martin Crieff, who's always wanted to fly and won't let a little thing like lack of ability stop him, and First Officer Douglas Richardson, smooth-voiced old sky-god and eternal schemer. Passenger service is provided by the relentlessly cheerful Arthur, proud inventor of both Surprising Rice and his own hat. Members Reviews: Brilliant! Best comedy series of all time! Touching and hilarious, wish it never ended. Once you start it you won't be able to stop till you've heard them all. MORE, PLEASE!! I was so excited to see this final episode arrive on Audible, I quickly downloaded and listened to it...and I was not disappointed. This episode is an hour long; the first part sets up the scenario (and, to be fair, it's a little long and sometimes confusing), but without it, the payoff in the second half would not occur! It's a great episode and completes the series in a satisfactory and extremely funny and appropriate way. I don't know what I will do without the crew of MJN Air...they have entertained me for hours on my commute and I will miss them terribly. it's a sad fairy tale ending...BRILLIANT! I am sad that this is the last episode. I have so enjoyed Carolyn, Martin, Douglas, and Arthur and all the rest of the madcap characters. Excellent fun. Just hilarious! Such fun! Absolutely love the characters and the humor, I listen to it again and again! So sorry there aren't more. wonderful conclusion Great wrap up to a series I was sad to see end. But the end was satisfactory in wrapping up all the stories in the same way the series was. Goofy fun. A nice change of pace. will be looking for more by Finnemoore. He is good.

Drowning Ruth Audiobook by Christina Schwarz

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Christina Schwarz) — Wed, 27 Sep 2000 06:19:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Drowning Ruth Author: Christina Schwarz Narrator: Blair Brown Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 09-27-00 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 793 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Winter, 1919. Amanda Starkey spends her days nursing soldiers wounded in the Great War. Finding herself suddenly overwhelmed, she flees Milwaukee and retreats to her family's farm on Nagawaukee Lake, seeking comfort with her younger sister, Mathilda, and three-year-old niece, Ruth. But very soon, Amanda comes to see that her old home is no refuge - she has carried her troubles with her. On one terrible night almost a year later, Amanda loses nearly everything that is dearest to her when her sister mysteriously disappears and is later found drowned beneath the ice that covers the lake. When Mathilda's husband comes home from the war, wounded and troubled himself, he finds that Amanda has taken charge of Ruth and the farm, assuming her responsibility with a frightening intensity. Wry and guarded, Amanda tells the story of her family in careful doses, as anxious to hide from herself as from us the secrets of her own past and of that night. Ruth, haunted by her own memory of that fateful night, grows up under the watchful eye of her prickly and possessive aunt and gradually becomes aware of the odd events of her childhood. As she tells her own story with increasing clarity, she reveals the mounting toll that her aunt's secrets exact from her family and everyone around her, until the heartrending truth is uncovered. Guiding us through the lives of the Starkey women, Christina Schwarz's first novel shows her compassion and a unique understanding of the American landscape and the people who live in it. Critic Reviews: "A remarkable debut: surprising, unsettling and sure." (The New York Times Book Review) Members Reviews: Drowning Ruth Never thought I would enjoy this book from the write up. It really seemed like a "womens book" ladies don't take this the wrong way but it is a type of book that would appeal to women. Maybe that statement wasn't fair. I REALLY enjoyed the book regardless of my statement. I have even bought a copy of the hardback and many friends have borrowed it and enjoyed it as much as I did. I will say it is a little depressing and heavy on the heart as the story progresses . I recommend it to adults only because of the sensitive issues. Thanks audible for making this available to listeners. Complex Plot, Revealed in Delicious Pieces. The listener is carefully led through a complex plot which is revealed in an unexpected and effective manner and only fully, with penultimate sacrifice, at the end of the story. Fully developed, realistic characters and setting portray a world where individual actions and avoiding truth have bold consequences. This intertwined and unpredictable story, focusing on two women and two girl-children flows well over a twenty-year time frame. An Excellent Read I found this book to be captivating, heart wrenching, warming, and compelling. I did not want it to end. The surprise ending is an excellent and spellbinding end! The author is a fantastic writer. I await her next novel. Intriguing I bought this books based on the listeners' favorable reviews and was not disappointed. The author's strengths are characterization and the slow revelation of complications to the plot. I kept drawing different conclusions before the truth was revealed near the end--and although none of my conclusions were correct, I did not feel tricked by the author, not did the ending seemed contrived.

The Secrets of Married Women Audiobook by Carol Mason

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Carol Mason) — Thu, 22 Jun 2017 10:02:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Secrets of Married Women Author: Carol Mason Narrator: Sarah Coomes Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 06-22-17 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 135 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: When Jill's husband discovers he can never have children, it tears a hole in their marriage that Jill doesn't know how to repair. Frustrated, she seeks comfort in her friends: fierce Leigh, with her high-powered career and doting family, and sweet, uncomplicated Wendy, who has a rock-solid marriage any woman would envy. Leigh and Wendy's lives seem perfect. But beneath the surface are secrets that could tear their friendship apart. Leigh has grown tired of her stay-at-home husband and is looking for excitement - outside of the marriage bed. And after seventeen years of marriage, Wendy can't shake the sense that there is something missing in her life. As Jill is drawn deeper into her friends' relationships, she is confronted by a temptation of her own: an intriguing stranger whose good looks and charm spark an instant connection. Full of the realities of modern-day marriage, The Secrets of Married Women asks the question: how well can we ever know our husbands, our friends, or even ourselves? Members Reviews: The narrator's voice drove me nuts! I may try to read it in my own but if you are planning on getting this book, get a sample first! Enjoyable read. I read some reviews thinking that this book glorified, or encouraged cheating, and affairs; but those reviewers clearly did not finish the book. In no way, does it encourage or glamorize affairs. If anything, its the opposite. Its initial dip of the toe, does make it sound like its something that is exciting, new, and can even save a marriage (as one character claimed); but the book goes on to highlight the painful, far casting ripple effect, that having an affair can cause. As the rape goes; I think that also, was misunderstood, by some reviewers. There are many, many women and girls who experience that same kind of reaction to an incident, like the one told in the book. Not calling it rape outright, does not lessen the tremendous guilt and burden. And in situations similar to those set up in the book, they do cast confusion, doubt, and bewilderment, over exactly what did happened. Overall, I enjoyed the characters in the book. It was a pleasant read, with no major climactic, cliff hangers. Just a book, about people, intertwined by life. Loved Loved this book. Narration was excellent. Five Stars!! Couldn't put it down. Read it again and again. I felt Way more than I expected to.. I'm a book worm. 3-5 books a week is my habit. I was drawn in and Captivated by this story, and more importantly, the characters. I cried. Hard. That's not easy to invoke, create, or induce. Wow. Thank you so much for the ride.. Wow... Wonderful read! I loved the narration on this book, she was aweso.e. The story was innovative and true. I enjoyed the philosophy behind the story. Another success for Carol Mason.

Chemistry Audiobook by Weike Wang

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Weike Wang) — Tue, 23 May 2017 15:58:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chemistry Subtitle: A Novel Author: Weike Wang Narrator: Julia Whelan Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 05-23-17 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 120 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A luminous coming-of-age novel about a young female scientist who must recalibrate her life when her academic career goes off track, perfect for fans of Lab Girl and Celeste Ng's Everything I Never Told You. Three years into her graduate studies at a demanding Boston university, the unnamed narrator of this nimbly wry, concise debut finds her onetime love for chemistry is more hypothesis than reality. She's tormented by her failed research - and reminded of her delays by her peers, her advisor, and most of all her Chinese parents, who have always expected nothing short of excellence from her throughout her life. But there's another, nonscientific question looming: the marriage proposal from her devoted boyfriend, a fellow scientist whose path through academia has been relatively free of obstacles and with whom she can't make a life before finding success on her own. Eventually the pressure mounts so high that she must leave everything she thought she knew about her future and herself behind. And for the first time, she's confronted with a question she won't find the answer to in a textbook: What do I really want? Over the next two years, this winningly flawed, disarmingly insightful heroine learns the formulas and equations for a different kind of chemistry - one in which the reactions can't be quantified, measured, and analyzed, one that can be studied only in the mysterious language of the heart. Taking us deep inside her scattered, searching mind, here is a brilliant new literary voice that astutely juxtaposes the elegance of science, the anxieties of finding a place in the world, and the sacrifices made for love and family. Members Reviews: Having a tiger mother can really mess you up! Where does Chemistry rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? I enjoyed it...having been a chemistry major myself, I identified with the experiences and emotions that surprised and overwhelmed the nameless main character. Who was your favorite character and why? I liked Eric for his steadfastness and calm. We all need someone like this in our lives, Which character as performed by Julia Whelan was your favorite? Julia Whelan did a great job of expressing the everyday experiences and emotions of the main character in a straightforward manner without being deadpan. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I laughed out loud at the main character because she was so honest in describing her everyday experiences and the events that happened to her. Spoiler Alert. .... My heart broke for her when it became obvious that she would not achieve success in her chosen academic path and then the resulting emotionally devastating fall out. I loved that she discovered her true talent.....being able to foster understanding of math and science topics as a tutor. Any additional comments? Audible is the best thing since sliced bread. Jeca_b This book was sharp and smart. I loved every minute of the story - I only wish it were longer! Sweet and Sour. Light and Heavy. Perfect. Perfect book for summer-full of just the right contrasts. Sweet but sour. Both light and heavy at the same time. About nothing, about everything. About the Chinese, about Americans. Children and Parents, lovers and fighters. The yin and the yang, the push and the pull. Chemistry. Trying to figure it out and making a mess of it. Finding truth.

The Dog Who Saved Me: A Novel Audiobook by Susan Wilson

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Susan Wilson) — Tue, 24 Mar 2015 08:20:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dog Who Saved Me: A Novel Author: Susan Wilson Narrator: Jeff Gurner, Fred Berman, Rick Adamson Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 03-24-15 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 168 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In Susan Wilson's The Dog Who Saved Me, former Boston K-9 unit policeman turned animal control officer in bucolic Harmony Farms is up against rescuing a gun shy and wounded dog gone feral, and proving that his low-life older brother is back in the drug business. Fighting his shattering grief at the death of his K-9 partner killed in the line of duty, and a staggering loss of confidence from physical and psychic wounds of his own, Cooper Harrison is back where he started, where his father Bull was once known as the town drunk. Where his brother was a delinquent and bully. Where he's one of "those" Harrisons. Where Cooper must learn to forgive and, only then, heal. Members Reviews: Great read for animal lovers everywhere Heart warming story about the love for a dog and the love between family members wonderfully narrated. 4 or 5 stars? The story was a bit depressing, bad people doing bad things. The protagonist being depressed as well. Tho the ending was 5 stars all the way. Really redeemed the whole experience. Absolutely great I didn't want this story to end. It's a wonderful listen. Great story and great narrator. Easy Listen I really enjoyed this book it had a little bit of everything a sweet romance but that was not the main plot. it touched on the devastation of alcoholism that can cause so much grief in a family. The importance of the bond between ots owners and their incredible instincts and intelligence. I enjoyed it till the very last sentence. It was a light read with some important life issues. if your on the fence about it jump off and get it you won't be sorry you did. Loooove! The different view points make for an exciting read. I felt anxious to pick up where I left off each time i listened. Not a tear jerker. More of a heart warmer. :)

The Break Audiobook by Marian Keyes

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Marian Keyes) — Thu, 07 Sep 2017 22:37:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Break Author: Marian Keyes Narrator: Aoife McMahon Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs Language: English Release date: 09-07-17 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 37 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The story of a relationship that everyone thought was forever and which is now in danger of being for never, The Break is about getting older and staying in love when life, real life, is trying to pull you apart. Critic Reviews: "A born storyteller." (Independent on Sunday) "When it comes to writing page-turners that put a smile on your face and make you think, Keyes is in a class of her own." (Daily Express) Members Reviews: Nothing really happened Narrator was excellent as usual. The story was ok and end was predictable. Wouldn't read again. Not her best A very long drawn out story thought the story could have been half the length that it was Not her best I think I am out growing Marian Keyes. This was very dull and I knew what was going to happen right at the beginning. So boring ... Marian Keyes books used to be my reading-candy: funny, original, easy to digest - but somehow true, always with a really serious human theme underneath the lighthearted story. But this one leaves me speechless. Was there no editor to sharpen the story? Its full of repetitions, lots of loose ends that appear and disappear pointlessly. Yes, there are sparkles of the Keyes wittiness we love, but its so diluted, I can't recognize it. Boring Found this really really boring . Kept fast forwarding 5 chapters but nothing had changed . Had nothing of interest to say - just so so dull.

1225 Christmas Tree Lane Audiobook by Debbie Macomber

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Debbie Macomber) — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 13:27:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 1225 Christmas Tree Lane Subtitle: Cedar Cove, Book 12 Author: Debbie Macomber Narrator: Sandra Burr Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 09-27-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 567 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The people of Cedar Cove know how to celebrate Christmas. Like Grace and Olivia and everyone else, Beth Morehouse expects this Christmas to be one of her best. Her small Christmas-tree farm is prospering, her daughters and her dogs are happy and well, and her new relationship with local vet Ted Reynolds is showing plenty of romantic promise. But... someone recently left a basket filled with puppies on her doorstep, puppies shes determined to place in good homes. Thats complication number one. And number two is that her daughters Bailey and Sophie have invited their dad, Beths ex-husband, Kent, to Cedar Cove for Christmas. The girls have visions of a mom-and-dad reunion dancing in their heads. Asalwaysinlife - andinCedarCove - therearesurprises,too.Morethanone familys going to have a puppy under the tree. More than one scheme will go awry. And more than one romance will have a happy ending! What would the holidays be without a new Christmas story from Debbie Macomber? Members Reviews: Confusing If, like me, you have not read the Cedar Cove series, don't download this book! I was so confused by all the characters that I didn't know that I gave up about 45 minutes into the story. Maybe I'll read some of the series and come back later to this one! Good wrapup to the series, so-so story I have listened to all the books in this series, and was interested to hear the ending. Most of the book is brief recaps of each major character's story. The story that ties these together is pretty skimpy. The first few chapters leave us knowing what those characters plan for the future. This book is mainly Ms Macomber saying goodbye to her friends at Cedar Cove. It seemed like she kinda got tired of it before she covered all the characters. A few of the lesser characters weren't mentioned at all. However, the story was well narrated by Sandra Burr, and it is nice to know that all the people I got to know are safely settled in storyland. I would recommend this to anyone who read most of the series, just for the closure. BORING What would have made 1225 Christmas Tree Lane better? It should have had an independent plot instead of rehashing the previous books in the series. What was most disappointing about Debbie Macombers story? Tooooooo much repetition from earlier books. If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from 1225 Christmas Tree Lane? She should have just written one chapter to tie up loose ends from the previous books in the series. Any additional comments? I wish I had not spent money on this. Warms You Through and Through This is my third listen in this series, although the book is actually book twelve, (the last) in the series. I didn't have any trouble "keeping up" though. I love this book. It has all the elements of a wonderful Christmas story . . . forgiveness, family, reconciliation, babies, and even puppies. The first book in this series felt like "light fare". This one doesn't. Your heart will swell and you will root for these precious folks, ordinary people who have made some bad choices, who have hurt one another, and who are trying to work up the courage to make it right. Cedar Cove Gang Debbie Macomber brings all of the characters featured in her past Cedar Cove books together in this cute Christmas addition. Beth opens her front door one morning to an abandoned basket full of Lab puppies.

The Little French Bistro Audiobook by Nina George

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Nina George) — Tue, 13 Jun 2017 06:08:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Little French Bistro Subtitle: A Novel Author: Nina George Narrator: Emma Bering Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 06-13-17 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 77 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the New York Times and internationally best-selling author of The Little Paris Bookshop, an extraordinary new novel about self-discovery, second chances, and finding true love. Marianne is stuck in a loveless, unhappy marriage. After 41 years she has reached her limit, and one evening in Paris she decides to take action. Following a dramatic moment on the banks of the Seine, Marianne leaves her life behind and sets out for the Brittany coast. There she meets a cast of colorful and unforgettable locals who surprise her with their warm welcome and the natural ease they all seem to have, taking pleasure in life's small moments. These new friends help Marianne rediscover parts of herself that she has long forgotten, including a special gift for empathy and healing. And when she finds love with a handsome artist, Marianne is forever changed. With all the buoyant charm that made The Little Paris Bookshop a beloved best seller, The Little French Bistro is a tale of second chances and a delightful escape to the joys of life in France. Members Reviews: Disappointing Didn't like the story. The narrator's accents were difficult to understand and confusing with the characters. Totally lacked the charm of Bookshop novel. I'm returning this one. Charming A wonderful story of a woman's journey from desperation to compmeteness while learning who she truley is. The Little French Bistro This book is a miracle! I loved every word of it! I will read it and listen to it over and over again! Please Ms. George ......another soon! Joan Wysong Sap and romance Very predictable romance novel. Nothing there really. The romance writing was even boring and sappy. Finding your true self Loved the way the story moved from so hopeless to a transformation of love and fulfilled dreams and deep love.

One Summer Day in Rome Audiobook by Mark Lamprell

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mark Lamprell) — Tue, 01 Aug 2017 06:41:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: One Summer Day in Rome Subtitle: A Novel Author: Mark Lamprell Narrator: Steve West Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-17 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 121 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: "New York, Paris, London - every grand metropolis - has its own irresistible attraction, but Rome so swirls with stories of saints and sinners...lovers and fighters, that she compels you towards her, like gravity.... No one leaves her unaltered. Part of you always loves her. This is the place where passions are aroused, senses inflamed, and lovers fall into each other's arms. It all appears to unfold like magic, but I will tell you what really happens.... Come with me, if you will, and observe my labors." Mark Lamprell's One Summer Day in Rome is an enchanting audiobook about three couples drawn irresistibly to Rome, narrated by the city itself. Alice, an art student in New York City, has come to Rome in search of adventure and inspiration before settling down with her steady, safe fiancé. Meg and Alec, busy parents and successful businesspeople from LA, are on a mission to find the holy grail, a certain blue tile that will make their home renovation complete - but soon it becomes clear that their marriage needs a makeover as well. Connie and Lizzie are women of a certain age - "Sometimes I look at my laughter lines and wonder what on earth could have been that funny" - who come from London to scatter the ashes of their beloved husband and brother. Both women are seemingly done with romance, but Rome has other ideas. Brimming with wit and charm (and gelato), One Summer Day in Rome is the most delicious audiobook you will listen to this summer. Members Reviews: Wonderful book about life and love - Would highly recommend This is one of the best books I have read (listened to) in a long time. The story just grabs you and I had a hard time putting it down. The aspect I loved most about this book is its perspective on life and love. Although love takes different forms it can last a lifetime, so long if you don't base it off of lists. I would highly recommend this book to anyone wants to escape to Rome for an afternoon by a lake, or an evening with the crickets chirping outside, or even a morning snuggled by a fire. Loved this book! This book is delightful. It is funny, entertaining, well written, compelling & weaves a wonderfully connected path between all the main characters & also an inanimate object (not to give anything away). it is superbly read/performed by the narrator whose voice has a wonderful tone & he is spot on with the different accents & speech innuendos. I wish this author had more books on Audible. For those who love and love Rome I am not familiar with Rome and its treasures. For those who are,I am sure will enjoy the trip. The concept of the Roman "spirit" as narrator was clever. I enjoyed the chapters being introduced by quotes from renowned writers,artists, geniuses, and philosophers. The characters were charming. The denouement was a lovely twist of there are no coincidences. My only disappointment was the narrator's voice was rather monotone and I would sometimes doze off and have to remember where I was in the novel and go back. Totally enjoyable! This was a refreshing journey with a rewarding end. Most interesting is the author's ability to convey honest emotions from both the male and female perspective. Any book that evokes real tears is a treasure as this one surprisingly does. You almost have a feeling that you've just spent a few days in Roma through Mr.

Long White Con Audiobook by Iceberg Slim

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Iceberg Slim) — Tue, 07 Oct 2014 05:54:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Long White Con Subtitle: The Biggest Score of His Life Author: Iceberg Slim Narrator: Cary Hite Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 10-07-14 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. and Buck 50 Productions, LLC Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Iceberg Slim, best-selling author of Pimp and Trick Baby, brings us yet another riveting classic. LongWhite Con tells the story of the most incredible con man ever to have risen. Picking up where TrickBaby left off, we dive into the world of Johnny O'Brien, better known as White Folks. After learning to use his fair skin to his advantage to rise to the top of the Chicago con game, Folks is back for the big money and the big stakes of the long con. Following the death of his partner and mentor, Blue, Folks takes off for Canada. Having honed his skills and polished his acting, Johnny is done cheating marks out of small money. With a gang of grifters working with him - High Pockets Kate, High Ass Marvel, and the Vicksburg Kid among them - Folks is after the biggest score of his life. Members Reviews: Another great book by Iceberg Slim Robert Becks' ability to take you inside the life of his characters in the story is amazing. This book is part two of White Folks. The actually race This book was very good because it explorers the concept of race and the way it affects your outlook in life. The character path was developed due to his physical appearance as a white man but yet not excepted because he was black . Limited the opportunities limited direction.

Unaccustomed Earth Audiobook by Jhumpa Lahiri

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jhumpa Lahiri) — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 11:48:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unaccustomed Earth Subtitle: Stories Author: Jhumpa Lahiri Narrator: Sarita Choudhury, Ajay Naidu Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-02-08 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 700 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In the stunning title story, Ruma, a young mother in a new city, is visited by her father, who carefully tends the earth of her garden, where he and his grandson form a special bond. But he's harboring a secret from his daughter, a love affair he's keeping all to himself. In "A Choice of Accommodations", a husband's attempt to turn an old friend's wedding into a romantic getaway weekend with his wife takes a dark, revealing turn as the party lasts deep into the night. In "Only Goodness", a sister eager to give her younger brother the perfect childhood she never had is overwhelmed by guilt, anguish, and anger when his alcoholism threatens her family. And in "Hema and Kaushik" - a trio of linked stories and a luminous, intensely compelling elegy of life, death, love, and fate - we follow the lives of a girl and boy who, one winter, share a house in Massachusetts. They travel from innocence to experience on separate, sometimes painful paths, until destiny brings them together again years later in Rome. Critic Reviews: "Lahiri's enormous gifts as a storyteller are on full display in this collection: the gorgeous, effortless prose; the characters haunted by regret, isolation, loss, and tragedies big and small; and most of all, a quiet, emerging sense of humanity." (Khaled Hosseini) "The author's ability to flesh out completely even minor characters in every story...is what will keep readers invested in the work until its heartbreaking conclusion." (Library Journal) Members Reviews: Simply Beautiful I'm a huge fan of Lahiri's work - her writing is always emotional, and Unaccustomed Earth is no exception. The characters in this book are wonderful - I really enjoyed getting to know them, and I found myself looking forward to my drives so I could spend more time with them. The narration is spot on, and this books lends itself to audio well due to the emotions that run through the stories. Stellar writing, a book you can really lose yourself in. My favorite recent book 5 stars are not enough for this collection of short stories, whose effect is hard for me to describe. The landscape of these stories is the middle class life of first generation Americans (adolescents and adults) and their Bengali parents. The events in their lives seem strikingly ordinary: no different from those that any of us may have experienced. And yet, the way that Lahiri conveys the characters' pleasures, desires for human connection, losses, secrets, and nostalgia are the real subject of these stories. My favorite stories were the three inter-related tales centering on Hema and Kaushik. They know each other as children; have a brief, but distant re-acquaintance as adolescents; and re-connect with a profound love as adults. You might want to listen to this book in private. Like me, you might occasionally find your eyes getting moist as you listen. Superb narration, by the way. Beautifully read and beautifully written Jhumpa Lahiri's stories are moving and make real for the outsider the conflicts and contradictions of first and second generation immigrants in the highly educated and priveleged classes of America's haute bourgeoisie. I find her stories fascinating and complex but completely accessible, real and believable.

The Wanderers Audiobook by Meg Howrey

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Meg Howrey) — Tue, 14 Mar 2017 21:30:35 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wanderers Author: Meg Howrey Narrator: Mozhan Marno Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 03-14-17 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 254 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Station Eleven meets The Martian in this brilliantly inventive novel about three astronauts training for the first-ever mission to Mars, an experience that will push the boundary between real and unreal, test their relationships, and leave each of them - and their families - changed forever. In an age of space exploration, we search to find ourselves. In four years aerospace giant Prime Space will put the first humans on Mars. Helen Kane, Yoshihiro Tanaka, and Sergei Kuznetsov must prove they're the crew for the historic voyage by spending 17 months in the most realistic simulation ever created. Constantly observed by Prime Space's team of "Obbers", Helen, Yoshi, and Sergei must appear ever in control. But as their surreal pantomime progresses, each soon realizes that the complications of inner space are no less fraught than those of outer space. The borders between what is real and unreal begin to blur, and each astronaut is forced to confront demons past and present, even as they struggle to navigate their increasingly claustrophobic quarters - and each other. Astonishingly imaginative, tenderly comedic, and unerringly wise, The Wanderers explores the differences between those who go and those who stay, telling a story about the desire behind all exploration: the longing for discovery and the great search to understand the human heart. Library Journal, A Big Fiction pick for March 2017. Editorial Reviews: Editors Select, March 2017 - Space is huge right now. Well, it's always huge, but it's like really big at the moment. While The Wanderers is being billed as a cross between The Martian and Station Eleven, it is really unlike any other space odyssey. It follows three astronauts and their families during a 17-month-long Mars voyage simulation. But as the astronauts become engulfed in the complexities of their expedition, the line between reality and simulation starts to blur. Meg Howrey uses this uncertainty to drive a delicious psychological tension into and between her diverse and intricate characters, and narrator Mozhan Marno exacerbates that tension with a composed, refined, and eerily calm tone of voice. The Wanderers then ends up exploring the boundaries of familial obligation and personal relationships as much as it does those of the final frontier. And the performance lands with precision, delivering a uniquely awe-inspiring glimpse of humanity at a distance and way up close. Critic Reviews: "Howrey's exquisite novel demonstrates that the final frontier may not be space after all." (J. Ryan Stradal) Members Reviews: Think drama more than science fiction I bought this book because I really enjoyed The Martian and Station Eleven, but this book is more of a drama than sci-fi. Slow moving book more about the dysfunctions of the unlikeable characters than a mission to Mars. Plodded along until it's unsatisfactory ending. Narration was very good and most likely the only reason I finished the book. Know what You Are Getting-Poignant And Deep If you are looking for a replica of The Martian or Station Eleven, that is not this book. Instead, this book is an exploration of the humans involved in a Martian space simulation, whether by being the selected astronaut or one of the family members waiting while the 17 month Mars simulation progresses.

Celebration Audiobook by Fern Michaels

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Fern Michaels) — Sat, 18 Nov 2017 22:37:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Celebration Author: Fern Michaels Narrator: Lori Gardner Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-17 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Number-one New York Times best-selling author Fern Michaels dazzles listeners with the unforgettable story of one woman's life - the betrayal that nearly destroys her, the love that helps her heal, and the struggle to find the truth about herself and the man she thought she knew. An only child who lost both parents during her first year at college, wealthy heiress Kristine Kelly had made her husband her whole world. But she didn't see what everyone else did: that handsome, charismatic Logan Kelly was a manipulator and a user. Then, one cold December, Kristine got a chilling wake-up call when Logan vanished, along with the eight-million-dollar trust fund she had naively given him the power to control. Just when Kristine's life was at its lowest point, banker Aaron Dunwoodie offered her passion, a strong shoulder to lean on, and a relationship to believe in. But a woman once fooled is twice wary, and very vulnerable. There were still too many questions Kristine needed to answer before she could commit her heart again: what really happened to Logan.... What did she truly want for herself.... And what would she do if Logan - a dangerous, seductive, and yet irresistible man - walked back into her life? Members Reviews: EXCELLENT BOOK!! ANOTHER AWESOME STORY FERN! AWESOME STORY!! SAD BOOK! I HAD A LOT IN COMMON WITH THE CHARACTERS SHE CHOSE. I KNOW ITS FICTIONAL BUT TO ME IN MY 47 YEAR OLD HEART THE WHOLE BOOK WAS LIKE MY LIFES STORY! Inaccurate "theme description" This book was completely different than the summary. It is not really about an heiress deceived by her manipulative husband and her quest to understand while getting involved with another man. Though those things may occur, they are in a TOTALLY different context, the summary is a random cherry picking of events in the book. After 3 hours in I was very bored and uninterested and kept checking that I didn't misunderstand or misread the summary. These are the aspects of the book I wished I knew beforehand or that should be included or at LEAST hinted at in the summary: 1) In present day, Kristine and Logan are around their 40's with 3 children in their teens (maybe 16-17 yrs old) 2) The book flashes back from the mid-1960's then jumps to the present of the mid-1980's 3) Present day starts with Logan retiring from the US Military and the family living in Germany where Logan is stationed. 4) The family is moving back to the US since Logan is retiring and so Kristine and the kids go first while her husband is supposed to follow shortly after. 5) He never comes and THAT'S how Kristine was deceived (it occurs right away and didn't unravel in a suspenseful way so it doesn't matter) So, she and the 3 kids learn right away that Logan took off with the trust fund money and the kids get involved in figuring everything out. The kids confront Kristine early on and tell her that she was an absent mom in the sense that she was very passive and their dad was a disciplinarian and had wandering eyes for other women (and of course Kristine is just stunned with this news). And THAT'S how Kristine learns how "manipulative" her husband was/is - there were no enthralling circumstances or incidents. There was no mention of a family with almost adult children in the mix. Had I known these were the actual events to unfold I would not have been interested in the book.

Duet Audiobook by Kimberley Freeman

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kimberley Freeman) — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 14:53:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Duet Author: Kimberley Freeman Narrator: Caroline Lee Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-08 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 706 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A story of passion, greed, secrets and lies. Present day: A reclusive woman living in outback Australia receives a letter acknowledging a terrible secret from her past. Thirty years before, she stole another woman's life. From the moment the letter is opened two women are on a collision course with destiny. From the London pop scene, to the opera stages of Europe; from a tiny Greek island, to a stifling manor house full of secrets and deceptions; from the sun-drenched Queensland coast, to the silent outback; Angela and Ellie are two women both looking for something. One in search of her identity and her memory; the other in search of the love that she had and lost; theirs is a duet whose last note will not be sung until the heart-stopping climax, when a shadow from the past returns to claim them both. Members Reviews: Gosh that was a great story! I listen to many audio books and try and do a little research and see what other reviewers are saying. This appeared to be a very new release and I couldn't find a great deal of information on it, so I want to let you know - WHAT AN ENJOYABLE STORY!!! It's a long sweeping saga that follows the lives of multiple, intertwined people, but not so many characters as to lose track. I don't want to ruin the story for anyone, so I won't give anything away, but I did not have the ending or the truth figured out! The story kept my interest all the way through. I became attached to the characters and wanted to know what was going to happen to them. The narrator is terrific! If you liked The Secret Garden and The Shifting Fog by Kate Morton - you will enjoy this sweeping family saga too (it's even better than The Shifting Fog 8-O ). It's well written. Characters nicely developed. VERY EXCELLENT ENJOYABLE BOOK! Looking forward to this authors' next adventure in print! Awesome Narrator Makes Good Book Better I enjoyed this book, but I think writers who compared it to Shifting Fog or Forgotten Garden were influenced more by Caroline Lee's wonderful narration than the quality of the writing. This is a book I would certainly recommend, but I don't think the writing can match the lyrical style with which Kate Morton spins her intoxicatingly suspenseful tales. You'll enjoy it more if you let it stand on its own merits, rather than expecting to find another unforgettable Kate Morton novel. A little forced I liked the book, but the way in the last hour or two all the characters fit together and their lives intersected felt forced. If that information had been revealed earlier in the book, the story might have evolved differently but been more satisfying. It's not a mystery and yet the new information revealed near the end made me feel as if I'd somehow missed that aspect. I like long books, so when I say it needed editing, it's not because I don't like to listen for 23 hours (I do) but the different threads unwound slowly. While it was clear that two of the characters needed to meet in the end, their relationship to the other characters was a surprise and not one that magically made everything make sense - but rather felt unnecessary and forced. One of my best downloads I have been a member for five years and have over 200 books in my audio library. This ranks among the top five for plot and character development. Loved it.

A Single Thread Audiobook by Marie Bostwick

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Marie Bostwick) — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 16:09:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Single Thread Subtitle: The Cobbled Court Series, Book 1 Author: Marie Bostwick Narrator: Pam Ward, Lorna Raver Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 09-23-10 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1305 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Marie Bostwick weaves the unforgettable story of four very different women whose paths cross, changing their lives forever. Its a long way from Fort Worth, Texas, to New Bern, Connecticut, yet it only takes a day in the charming Yankee town to make Evelyn Dixon realize shes found her new home. The abrupt end of her marriage was Evelyns wake-up call to get busy chasing her dream of opening a quilt shop. Finding a storefront is easy enough; starting a new life isnt. Little does Evelyn imagine it will bring a trio like Abigail Burgess, her niece Liza, and Margot Matthews through her door. Troubled and angry after her mothers death, Liza threatens to embarrass her aunt Abigail all over town unless she joins her for quilting classes. A victim of downsizing at the peak of her career, Margot hopes an event hosted by the quilt shop could be a great chance to networkand keep from dying of boredom. As they stitch their unique creations, Evelyn, Abigail, Liza, and Margot form a sisterhood they never soughtbut one that theyll be grateful for when the unexpected provides a poignant reminder of the single thread that binds us all. Critic Reviews: "[A] buoyant novel about the value of friendship among womena tantalizing book club contender. ( Publishers Weekly) [A] pleasant story of friendship, with a message of starting over despite the oddsthis comforting book is highly recommended. ( Library Journal) Members Reviews: I'm Signing Up for the Series! I enjoyed this book tremendously. The story of women supporting each other was heartwarming. I really liked different characters with different voices and view points. A story where people make progress in their personal growth is always a winner in my book. A great read! I enjoyed not having to deal with profanity. I plan to read more of this series. Abagail sounds like she's in her 80's, not 62! Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? Yes, it's heartwarming and shows that people of different decades can be good friends. However, I found some of the characterizations to be stereotyped, especially the wealthy. How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable? I would have gotten a different voice for Abagail. How did the narrator detract from the book? Absolutely. I could barely listen to Abagail. She's supposed to be 62? I'm in my 60's and know many women my age. None of us sounds that old. We sound more like Evelyn. The author must be very young. Could you see A Single Thread being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be? Probably a Hallmark. Any additional comments? Too bad. It was a heartwarming story, but I really had trouble getting past the narration. Narrators were great I really enjoyed listening & getting to know the personalities. Good story, but I didn't realize how sad it was to be as that wasn't part of the description. But happy too... Christian oriented fiction Well written but somewhat heavy handed in the religious area. One abortion fuels lifelong regret. Lots of church going and praying (on the sly). Breast cancer, quilting and close friendships. Betrayal by a sister and retribution.

Two Good Dogs Audiobook by Susan Wilson

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Susan Wilson) — Tue, 07 Mar 2017 17:20:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Two Good Dogs Subtitle: A Novel Author: Susan Wilson Narrator: Christina Delaine, Fred Berman, Rick Adamson Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 03-07-17 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 138 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Susan Wilson, the best-selling author of One Good Dog, delivers another powerful audiobook of loyalty and love. Single mom Skye Mitchell has sunk her last dime into a dream, owning the venerable, if run-down, LakeView Hotel in the Berkshire Hills. It's here where she believes she'll give her 14-year-old daughter, Cody, a better life. But being an innkeeper is more challenging than she imagined, and Cody still manages to fall in with the wrong crowd. In addition, Cody is keeping an earth-shattering secret that she's terrified to reveal. The once loving, open girl has now become completely withdrawn, and Skye is both desperate and helpless to reach her. When Adam March and his pit bull, Chance, check in to the hotel, it becomes the first of many visits. Here in these peaceful mountains he finds an unexpected relief from his recent bereavement. He and the beleaguered innkeeper form a tentative friendship. Adam knows the struggles of raising a difficult teenager, and Skye understands loneliness. And then there is Mingo, a street kid with a pit bull dog of his own. When Cody discovers an overdosed Mingo, Adam takes the boy's dog not just for safekeeping but to foster and then rehome. But the dog isn't the only one who needs saving. A makeshift family begins to form as four lost people learn to trust and rely on each other, with the help of two good dogs. Members Reviews: I waited forever....worth it ! I waited somewhat patiently for Susan Wilson to write and publish this book. I consistently told all that would listen that "One Good Dog" was my favorite book of all time". This is a significant statement because I consider myself a book addict and a cat person. Wilson did not disappoint me ...I think Chance's story may be complete but I'm not sure...now I have to start waiting again! cannot put her books down! loved this book and actually all of her books. her characters are so real you keep reading to see how your friends are doing. don't get me started on the dogs...they are better even than the people. she is a remarkable author and you are missing something if you haven't read all of her books! Amazing Perfect narrators and amazing story! Thank you to all who were part of this. Susan Wilson, you must have met/had some amazing dogs The Mystery of the 2 dogs All of the books I have read from auditable have been perfect books but this one was very usual but this one was fantastic. Every turn of events was awesome an ended in a way I never dreamed of . One of the best books of all. Wholesome read It took a few minutes for the story to grab ah9ld of ke, but when it did, it had mely whole weekend.

Thoughtless Audiobook by S. C. Stephens

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (S. C. Stephens) — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 16:44:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Thoughtless Author: S. C. Stephens Narrator: Rebekkah Ross Format: Unabridged Length: 20 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 11-13-12 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1334 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: For almost two years now, Kieras boyfriend, Denny, has been everything shes ever wanted: loving, tender, and endlessly devoted to her. When they head off to a new city to start their lives together - Denny at his dream job and Kiera at a top-notch university - everything seems perfect. Then an unforeseen obligation forces the happy couple apart. Feeling lonely, confused, and in need of comfort, Kiera turns to an unexpected source - a local rock star named Kellan Kyle. At first, hes purely a friend she can lean on, but as her loneliness grows, so does their relationship. And then one night everything changes... and none of them will ever be the same. Members Reviews: What a shocker! I was really shocked at how good this book really is. Let me say this first, I totally understand why there are so many bad reviews; however, actually the book is not bad... just Kiera (the main female character) is misunderstood. Quick summary: Kiera is originally with Denny and they move into Kellan's, Denny's friend, house. Denny goes away on a work trip and Kiera starts an emotional affair with Kellan. Kiera and Denny break up and then Kiera sleeps with Kellan. Denny comes back and Kiera goes back to Denny, but wants to maintain the relationship with Kellan as well. Ok... now what make this book really shine are the characters. Each one is so unique, even down to the members of Kellan's band. Griffin was just great. Kellan is what you would call a "beautiful disaster" and Kiera is like his poison. Kellan actually falls in love with Kiera and throughout the whole book Kellan is trying to get Kiera to basically choose him. I found myself taking Kellan side on most everything that happen throughout the book. I really liked it when Kellan actually called Kiera a whore. That was awesome... !!! Now, Kiera, even though I totally agreed with Kellan throughtout the book, I felt Kiera was seriously misunderstood. She was in love with Denny but Kellan was like her soul mate or whatever... so she was torn between two guys. I get it somewhat... She didn't want to hurt Denny, I got that... but Kiera was seriously doing some dirt!!!! I found it funny how she always got away with it and Kellan and Denny loved her even more. I have to say "The slap heard around the bar" chapter was the best intense love/hate fight chapter I have ever read/listen to.... AWESOMENESS!!!! This was my first Ross narration. I actually enjoyed her narration. She was very good with speeding up and slowing down as the drama and action built. I thought she really expressed Kiera the best, but not so bad with Kellan either. I like when the narrator actually change their voice to show different characters, and I think Ross did well, especially when Kiera, Kellan and Denny was all in one scene. Switching from Aussie Denny to laid back rocker Kellan to whinny Kiera was done really well. This is a buy/credit. I would do either one. I would buy if you plan to buy the second one too... this will leave you wanting more. If you plan to wait for credits then, its a wait... Well worth it. Noise in the background of the audio How did the narrator detract from the book? The voice seems like its coming from a tunnel plus there is this noise in the background of the audio that keeps coming every once in a while Second Verse Same as the First.... Thoughtless by S.C. Stephens and Narrated by Rebekkah Ross is O.K., but nothing really special.

Bad for You Audiobook by J. Daniels

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (J. Daniels) — Tue, 23 Jan 2018 00:16:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bad for You Subtitle: Dirty Deeds, Book 3 Author: J. Daniels Narrator: Kate Russell, Sebastian York Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 01-23-18 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: "If you're a fan of Kristen Ashley, then you will love this book." (Aestas Book Blog on Four Letter Word) He didn't want to be bad. He just didn't have a choice.... Shayla Perkins isn't the kind of girl who makes the same mistake twice, especially when it comes to Sean "Stitch" Molina. So when he gives her the world's biggest rejection, that's it - she's done. Until the sexy, silent, unavailable Sean makes Shay a very personal offer. Of course, it still doesn't mean he's interested in her. Or does it? Sean has done things in life. Bad things. And he's paid the price. All he wants now is to make up for his past by doing good in the present. And no one deserves more good than Shay. Beautiful on the inside and out, Shay is the kind of woman who should be cared for and protected - especially from a man like Sean. He's tried to keep his feelings for her in check, but a single, reckless impulse pulls them closer than ever before. Soon the two are sharing their biggest dreams and satisfying their deepest desires. But what will happen if the only way to truly give each other what they want most...is to let each other go? "The perfect mix of funny, hot and heartwarming. I enjoyed it immensely!" (Mia Sheridan, New York Times bestselling author, on Four Letter Word) The Dirty Deeds Series: Four Letter Word Hit the Spot Bad for You Members Reviews: I want to be Stitchs! Oh this book! J. Daniels is already established as one of my Must Read Authors, but I was a bit late to the party - I only discovered her last year, some time before What I Need released and by that point I had consumed her entire catalogue to date. She has a way of writing characters in settings and situations that are realistic, relatable, and so entertaining. More than that, she writes about characters that stay with you long after you've finished the book (I'm looking at you Reese & Dylan, Reed & Beth, Riley & CJ, Wild & Trouble, and Loser & Legs). Not withstanding my deep and abiding love for the characters mentioned and the books they're from, Bad For You may just be my favorite of the bunch, though if not my favorite book, it definitely features my favorite characters. I aspire to be the type of friend that Shayla was - fiercely loyal, sensitive, empathetic, honest, self-sacrificing, and generous. And it would be an honor to recognize and love a man like Sean/Stitch. The prologue had me reaching for a Kleenex and wrapping him in my heart immediately. I'm not usually one for tearjerkers, but I happily made an exception for this and I wholeheartedly recommend this to EVERYONE. We (well I do at least) often focus on the Book boyfriends and how awesome they are, but in Bad For You, Im all Lets hear it for the GIRLS! Shayla might be the first heroine Ive read where I didnt think Id want to be her bestie IRL, but instead I want to BE her. This Book stole my breath then gave me life, broke my heart then pieced it back together stronger than before. Its a beautiful masterpiece...This will definitely be one of those books that I have to have in all of its forms - I preordered the paperback ages ago (like, as soon as that option was available) and the Audible version as well, and I will definitely be re-reading it into perpetuity.

The Mountain Story Audiobook by Lori Lansens

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Lori Lansens) — Tue, 30 Jun 2015 23:57:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mountain Story Author: Lori Lansens Narrator: Corey Brill Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 06-30-15 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 222 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From New York Times best-selling author Lori Lansens comes a harrowing survival story about four strangers who spend five days lost in the mountain wilderness above Palm Springs. Four go up the mountain, but only three will come down. On the morning of Wolf Truly's 18th birthday, he boards the first cable car to head up the mountains just a few miles from his sun-bleached trailer home in the desert community outside of Palm Springs. Armed with nothing but the clothes on his back, Wolf's intention that morning was to give up on life - specifically at the mountain site of his best friend's tragic accident one year ago. But on that shaky ride up the mountain, fate intervenes and Wolf meets three women that will leave an indelible imprint on the rest of his life. Through a series of missteps, the four wind up lost and stranded among the forested cliffs - in sight of the desert city below, but unable to find a way down. As the days pass without rescue, we come to learn how each of them came to be on the mountain that morning. And as their situation shifts from misadventure to nightmare, the lost hikers forge an inextricable bond, pushing themselves, and each other, beyond their limits. Reminiscent of John Krakauer's modern classic Into the Wild and Cheryl Strayed's number-one best-selling Oprah-endorsed Wild, Lori Lansen's The Mountain Story is a deeply affecting novel that pays homage to the rugged beauty - and utterly unforgiving nature - of the wilderness, and considers the question: What price are you willing to pay not only for the ones you love, but for a complete stranger? Members Reviews: Couldn't put it down! This was an extremely well told story. You almost feel like you're right there with them! Awesome story This is one of the best Ive listened to! Get it! You wont be sorry! One of my favorites I've listened to I love this book. Of the almost hundred I've head in audible, this is in my top ten. Really engaging narrator, beautiful writing and kept me guessing and deeply invested through the end. Very engaging. Beautifully interwoven narrative with threads the reader was eager to follow! Couldn't stop listening! Very engaging. Beautifully interwoven narrative with threads the reader was eager to follow! Couldn't stop listening! Grabbed me and held me to the end! What did you love best about The Mountain Story? Story of loss, love, and how healing can occur even at the darkest of moments. One of the few books I've read that handles moving back and forward in time seamlessly. Beautiful story, tied up perfectly in the end. Who was your favorite character and why? Wolf-sympathy for the difficult life he lead.

Tom Clancy's Op-Center: Scorched Earth Audiobook by George Galdorisi

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (George Galdorisi) — Tue, 02 Aug 2016 23:35:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tom Clancy's Op-Center: Scorched Earth Author: George Galdorisi Narrator: Peter Berkrot Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-16 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 380 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In this gripping thriller from the New York Times best-selling author of Out of the Ashes, an Islamic extremist is on a quest for vengeance after his only son is killed, and it's up to Op-Center to stop his lethal plot. General Bob Underwood - a special presidential envoy for the Global Coalition to Counter ISIL - is en route to the Syrian city of al-Bukamal when a rocket-propelled grenade strikes the side of his Humvee, and the heavily armored convoy comes under attack. The general's bodyguard is brutally murdered, and Underwood himself is kidnapped. Hours later the president and top officials watch in horror from the Oval Office as the general is viciously beheaded by an ISIL leader - broadcast on live television through a direct feed from Al Jazeera. The world is stunned by the bloody scene but even more so that this supposedly loose-knit terrorist organization was able to orchestrate a lethal attack on the world's most powerful military. American forces go into high gear on land and sea to retaliate, but when the ISIL leader's son is killed in an American bombing raid, his rage knows no bounds, and he determines to wreak vengeance on the American homeland itself. With everything in the balance, Op-Center must assemble both its domestic strike force as well as its international intervention force - built around a seasoned squad operating out of the secretive unit that captured Osama bin Laden - to stay one step ahead of a ruthless enemy. Members Reviews: Clearly not up to Clancy's name What disappointed you about Tom Clancy's Op-Center: Scorched Earth? Technically the book was very weak and not up to Clancy's name. Narrator could not help this book. Has Tom Clancy's Op-Center: Scorched Earth turned you off from other books in this genre? Clearly will be cautious about anything written by Galdorisi. How did the narrator detract from the book? Many times the voices sounded like little girls not men. very poor narration the narrator was horrible it was difficult to listen to everyone was growling through the entire book narrator didn't get job done. Don't these guys have producers. eventually everyone sounded the same. and they all sounded like the just got done running to catch a train. Terrible performance. Ruined the book Since when did everyone at JSOC ,OPS and all the other 3 letter agencies speak with a southern twang while whisper all the time. Almost turned it off so many times but suffered through it. wrong narrator the story was great but it had the wrong narrator he did not convay the proper enflections to the story and it was hard to listen to with his Australian accent

Power Play: A Novel Audiobook by Danielle Steel

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Danielle Steel) — Tue, 11 Mar 2014 22:48:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Power Play: A Novel Author: Danielle Steel Narrator: Dan John Miller Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 03-11-14 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 360 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In Northern California two successful CEOs are both indispensable to their growing companies' futures. Both are brilliant at the power game. But the difference between them is huge. One is a man, the other a woman. In this riveting novel, Danielle Steel explores what that means as she takes listeners into the rarefied world of those at the pinnacle of international business and reveals the irrevocable choices they make, what drives them, and how others perceive them. Even though Harvard-educated Fiona Carson has proven herself under fire as CEO of National Technology Advancement, a multibillion-dollar high-tech company based in Palo Alto, California, she still has to meet the challenges of her world every day. Devoted single mother, world-class strategist, and tough negotiator, Fiona weighs every move she makes, and reserves any personal time for her children. Isolation and constant pressure are givens for her as a woman in a man's world. Miles away in Marin County, Marshall Weston basks in the fruits of his achievements. At his side is his wife, Liz, the perfect corporate spouse, who has gladly sacrificed her own law career to raise their three children and support Marshall at every step. Smooth, shrewd, and irreproachable, Marshall is a model chief executive, and the power he wields only enhances his charisma and is his drug of choice. And to maintain his position, he harbors secrets that could destroy his life at any moment. Like many women in her position, Fiona has sacrificed her personal life for her career, while Marshall dances dangerously close to the edge and flirts with scandal every day. Danielle Steel's gripping, emotionally layered novel explores the seductive and damaging nature of power. Success and greed, trust and deception, love and loss - all come to a head in this compelling drama of family, careers, infidelity, and the sacrifices some people make to hold on to poweror to let it go. Members Reviews: The females'voices are ridiculous Would you consider the audio edition of Power Play to be better than the print version? no, not at all Would you be willing to try another one of Dan John Millers performances? no, never Any additional comments? It's such a pity that the narrator is changing his voice that ridiculously high for women. Predictably enjoyable... There are those - including myself - who have issues with Ms. Steel's writing. It can be redundant and predictable. Why then, have I read nearly everything she's written? Characters and story. In POWER PLAY, Danielle Steel does what she does best: She's created characters that we care about and/or are curious about from page one. Then, she takes us on an adventure - this time in the corporate world. As I listened, I realized how accurate her hypotheses were about powerful men versus powerful women. And when I drove down the road listening, agog, at the male protagonist's actions, I had to admit they reflected the equally astonishing actions of real-life persons in power. And, yes, there's romance here as well - and it's lovely. POWER PLAY is well written and well-read. If you're a Danielle Steel fan, you will absolutely enjoy it. Story ok, narration awful! Male narrator did lousy female voices. Story was bland. Not worth the money.

Betrayal Audiobook by Danielle Steel

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Danielle Steel) — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 11:07:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Betrayal Subtitle: A Novel Author: Danielle Steel Narrator: Renee Raudman Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 03-27-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: At thirty-nine, Tallie Jones is a Hollywood legend. Her work as a film director is her passion and the center of her life; one after another, her award-winning productions achieve the rare combination of critical and commercial success. With no interest in the perks of her profession or the glitz and glamour of Los Angeles, Tallie maintains close and loving relationships with her college-age daughter and her aging father, and has a happy collaboration with Hunter Lloyd, her respected producing partner, confidant, and live-in lover. Rounding out the circle and making it all work is Brigitte Parker, Tallies devoted personal assistant. Friends since film school, they are a study in contrasts, with Brigittes polished glamour balancing Tallies artless natural beauty, and her hard-driving, highly organized style a protective shield for Tallies casual, down-to-earth approach. As Tallie is in the midst of directing the most ambitious film she has yet undertaken, small disturbances begin to ripple through her well-ordered world. An outside audit reveals troubling discrepancies in the financial records maintained by Victor Carson, Tallies longtime, trusted accountant. Mysterious receipts hint at activities of which she has no knowledge. Soon it becomes clear that someone close to Tallie has been steadily funneling away enormous amounts of her money. In the wake of an escalating series of shattering revelations, Tallie will find herself playing the most dangerous game of all - to trap a predator stalking her in plain sight.In this riveting novel, Danielle Steel reveals the dark side of fame and fortune. At the same time, she brilliantly captures a womans will to navigate a minefield of hurt and loss - toward a new beginning. Members Reviews: Great Book This was very a good book. I love the twist and turns of the book.

Under Orders Audiobook by Dick Francis

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Dick Francis) — Thu, 07 Sep 2006 10:42:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Under Orders Author: Dick Francis Narrator: Martin Jarvis Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 09-07-06 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 374 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: It's the third death on Cheltenham Gold Cup Day that really troubles super-sleuth Sid Halley. Last seen in 1995's Come to Grief, former champion jockey Halley knows the perils of racing all too well but, in his day, jockeys didn't usually reach the finishing line with three .38 rounds in the chest. But this is precisely how he finds jockey Huw Walker who, only a few hours earlier, had won the coveted Triumph Hurdle. Just moments before the gruesome discovery, Halley had been called upon by Lord Enstone to make discreet inquiries into why his horses appeared to be on a permanent losing streak. Are races being fixed? Are bookies taking a cut? And if so, are trainers and jockeys playing a dangerous game with stakes far higher than they realize? Halley's quest for answers draws him even deeper into the darker side of the race game, in a life-or-death power play that will push him to his very limits, both professionally and personally. Critic Reviews: "Dick Francis is a genius." (Los Angeles Times) "The writing and action are as crisp as ever." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Happy to see you again, Sid Halley!

Under Orders is the fourth book in Dick Francis series featuring one of his most popular detectives, ex-jockey Sid Halley, who turned to investigation after an accident (and a villain) left him without one of his hands. Previous stories in the series are Odds Against, where Sid adjusts to the loss of his marriage and his career as a jockey while working for an investigative firm, followed by Whip Hand, where he strikes out on his own as a detective with trusty sidekick Chico Barnes, and Come To Grief, where his relationship with the Cassandra Committee begins. Each book presents an not only an interesting puzzle, with illuminating insights into the world of British horse racing, but also lets you see how Sid grows and changes with his life experiences and with modern developments.

Under Orders shows us an older, more settled Sid Halley who, at 38, has finally found his new love, the humorous Dutch scientist Marina. The interplay between the two enlivens an interesting story that involves race fixing, internet gambling, and murder. The plot presented many surprises with Francis usual twists and turns, including the identity of the villain. In other areas it was predictable, leaving you wanting to tap Sid on the shoulder and say, Hey, you are overlooking this!

Although Tony Britton is my favorite Dick Francis reader, Martin Jarvis did a wonderful job and did not detract from my enjoyment of the story in any way. His reading is slightly more boisterous than Tony Brittons but he does very well with town and country British accents from various classes.

All in all, this was a good story and an absolutely essential listen for Dick Francis enthusiasts. Fans of Sid Halley will be delighted to be reunited with his most popular detective. Read this one Fourth If you like one Dick Francis mystery, you will probably like them all (if you get a good reader - which is usually the case fortunately). He wrote four mysteries featuring ex-jockey Sid Halley: Odds Against (1965); Whip Hand (1979); Come to Grief (1995); and Under Orders (2006).

The Girl on the Train Audiobook by Paula Hawkins

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Paula Hawkins) — Thu, 15 Jan 2015 03:12:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Girl on the Train Author: Paula Hawkins Narrator: Clare Corbett, India Fisher, Louise Brealey Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 01-15-15 Publisher: Random House Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1358 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Rachel catches the same commuter train every morning. She knows it will wait at the same signal each time, overlooking a row of back gardens. She's even started to feel like she knows the people who live in one of the houses. Jess and Jason, she calls them. Their life - as she sees it - is perfect. If only Rachel could be that happy. And then she sees something shocking. It's only a minute until the train moves on, but it's enough. Now everything's changed. Now Rachel has a chance to become a part of the lives she's only watched from afar. Now they'll see - she's much more than just the girl on the train.... Critic Reviews: "You don't know her. But she knows you. Rear Window meets Gone Girl, in this exceptional and startling psychological thriller. Gripping, enthralling - a top-notch thriller and a compulsive read. " (S J Watson, best-selling author of Before I Go to Sleep.) Members Reviews: Fantastic A really great story, very intriguing and original, read by wonderful voice actors who fit the story perfectly - highly recommended. Not bad at all. I was pleasantly surprised by this book. The author had me guessing who the killer actually was till almost the end. This is one of those books that would be hard to put down. Very entertaining. Wow! What did you love best about The Girl on the Train? It really was a thrilling ride! What did you like best about this story? The three viewpoints, all in first person. Which character as performed by the narrators was your favorite? All the characters were flawed - in a pretty major way. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I wanted to slap Rachelle! Any additional comments? This was an excellent reading of a great thriller. I highly recommend reading it before it's turned into a movie. Great book Entertaining, well written, page turner, never dull, recommended for the lovers of mystery, suspense, crime, and plots that are hiding below the surface of apparently normal lifes Excellent story This novel was full of suspense . It was well read and easy to listen to ,with a lot of twists. A thou rally enjoyable read .

Rose Harbor in Bloom Audiobook by Debbie Macomber

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Debbie Macomber) — Tue, 13 Aug 2013 12:44:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rose Harbor in Bloom Subtitle: A Rose Harbor Novel Author: Debbie Macomber Narrator: Lorelei King Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 08-13-13 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 444 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Hailed as "the reigning queen of women's fiction" (The Sacramento Bee), number-one New York Times best-selling author Debbie Macomber is renowned for her novels of love, friendship, and the promise of fresh starts. Now Macomber returns to the charming Rose Harbor Inn, where each guest finds a second chance and every room comes with an inspiring new view. Since moving to Cedar Cove, Jo Marie Rose has truly started to feel at home, and her neighbors have become her closest friends. Now it's springtime, and Jo Marie is eager to finish the most recent addition to her inn. In memory of her late husband, Paul, she has designed a beautiful rose garden for the property and enlisted handyman Mark Taylor to help realize it. She and Mark don't always see eye-to-eye - and at times he seems far removed - yet deep down, Jo Marie finds great comfort in his company. And while she still seeks a sense of closure, she welcomes her latest guests, who are on their own healing journeys. Annie Newton arrives in town to orchestrate her grandparents' 50th wedding anniversary celebration. While Annie is excited for the festivities, she's struggling to move on from her broken engagement, and her grandparents themselves seem to be having trouble getting along. Worse, Annie is forced to see Oliver Sutton, with whom she grew up and who has always mercilessly teased her. But the best parties end with a surprise, and Annie is in for the biggest one of all. Rose Harbor in Bloom is Debbie Macomber at her heartwarming best. Members Reviews: Lorelei King Rocks! Where does Rose Harbor in Bloom rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? Not so much the story as was a light read as I read the first book in the series as love B&B stories, since I handle marketing for hotels; however, purchased the audio versus e-book, based on the narrator - Lorelei King (she is outstanding) - good choice by Debbie to attain Lorelei. I loved her in the Janet Evanovich Stephanie Plum Series. (too bad Lorelei is not reading The Heist by Janet, as would not buy it based on the guy reading it. What other book might you compare Rose Harbor in Bloom to and why? Some of Nora Robert's B&B series - due to the nature of the inn business. Of course they are similar in nature to her Cedar Cove series. Debbie does a good job on engaging her readers especially in small town settings. What about Lorelei Kings performance did you like? I love her! I kept waiting on Grandma Mazur, Joe, Stephanie, and Ranger to stop by! She is excellent! Who was the most memorable character of Rose Harbor in Bloom and why? I like Jo Marie, the owner of the B&B, as looking forward to her new romances down the road after she has had time to grieve for her late husband. Wonderful!!! After months of waiting this book was finally released. Rose Harbor is such a magical place, I just wish it was real. Debbie Macomber has a way of making you feel just like you are a part of book. I was really hoping that Jo Marie's husband had survived but in the end I felt like Jo Marie was finding her way back and together with Mark will once again find the happiness that she had lost. This is a heart-warming book that will make you laugh and cry. Another GREAT BOOK!!! I love the way the characters are revealed and intertwined. Debbie Macomber has a way of making these characters your friends.

The Bartender's Tale Audiobook by Ivan Doig

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ivan Doig) — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 18:27:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bartender's Tale Author: Ivan Doig Narrator: David Aaron Baker Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 08-21-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 661 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Audie Award Nominee, Fiction, 2013 Time and again, Ivan Doig has proven himself to be a treasure of American letters. Critical darlings and New York Times best sellers, his novels target the heart of the human experience and never miss the mark. The Bartender' s Tale stars Tom Harry and his 12-year-old son, Rusty, who live alone and run a bar in a small Montana town in the early 1960s. Their lives are upended when Proxy, a woman from Tom's past, and her beatnik daughter, Francine, breeze into town. Is Francine, as Proxy claims, the unsuspected legacy of her and Toms past? Without a doubt she is an unsettling gust of the future, upending every certainty in Rustys life and generating a mist of passion and pretense that seems to obscure everyones vision but his own. As Rusty struggles to decipher the oddities of adult behavior and the mysteries build toward a reckoning, Ivan Doig wonderfully captures how the world becomes bigger and the past becomes more complex in the last moments of childhood. Members Reviews: a sweet, old fashioned coming-of-age story Most of this story happens in the summer of 1960. Tom Harry is a bartender in rural Montana, and lives with his son, Rusty. Rusty is twelve years old, and loves his life with his single father, living above their bar. During that summer, twelve year-old Zoe moves to town and befriends Rusty. Twenty-something Delano also moves to town working on an Americana oral history project and connects with Rusty and his father. This is a sweet, slow-moving story, much like life in that small town at that time. I enjoyed being part of that time and seeing the world from Rusty's innocent eyes. The reader was great, with distinctive voices for all the main characters. I really enjoyed listening to this story, and rate the story as a 4+. My only criticisms - it felt a bit similar to other rural coming-of-age stories, and lacked any sharp edges to take it out of that comfortable idyllic world. That said, I still thoroughly enjoyed it. One more comment - the book promo talks about Proxy and his daughter coming into the lives of Tom and Rusty. I was waiting for that to happen, thinking it would be central to this story. It does not occur until the book is 3/4 over. Rusty's relationship to his father and his bar, and his friendship with Zoe are much more central to this book. If you love a good story ... this is your book. Ivan Doig has been called "The New Wallace Stegner" for a long time. I love Wallace Stegner, so I take that comparison seriously. There have always been similar threads, but never has the quality of the writing been as close to - or better than Stegner's - than in this book. Doig has a way of writing about small events and everyday people that makes even an annual fishing event sound interesting. (Perfect example is a "bit" he wrote about looking for ticks. I never would have guessed there was a story in that. There is when it's in Doig's hands and it's funny.) I also think there's an element of autobiography in this one with Rusty, the young narrator. I love the crisp writing, the use of local jargon - as he calls it "lingua America" - and the bits of history woven in for good measure. I love the 87 ways he can allude to sex without ever getting into the nitty gritty of it.

We Like You so Much and Want to Know You Better Audiobook by Dave Eggers

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Dave Eggers) — Fri, 27 Sep 2013 09:29:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: We Like You so Much and Want to Know You Better Author: Dave Eggers Narrator: Dion Graham Format: Unabridged Length: 47 mins Language: English Release date: 09-27-13 Publisher: The New York Times Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 611 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A million people, a billion, wanted to be where Mae was at this moment, entering this atrium, 30 feet high and shot through with California light, on her first day working for the only company that really mattered at all. A story from The New York Times Magazine, adapted from The Circle, a new novel by Dave Eggers. Listen to the rest of and listen to more from . Editorial Reviews: With multiple awards under his belt, including an AudioFile Magazine Golden Voice and Booklist's "Voice of Choice", narrator Dion Graham does not disappoint with his effortless performance of this story from the New York Times Magazine, adapted from Dave Eggers' novel The Circle. Mae has an enviable job at a social networking company, and slowly, she becomes seduced by a culture of constant updates and a seemingly unlimited chain of social connections. Graham fully engages listeners' attention with his attention to realism, and he works in subtle nuances of menace as Mae discovers the dark side of always being connected. Members Reviews: My kind of horror story Half way through this chilling story my skin began to crawl. Vampires, zombies and Cthulu have never really done it for me, but this modern tale of true believers in a technologically unlimited world will keep me awake tonight. Eggers engineers a flawlessly incremental slide into smiling, wide-eyed hell, and Dion Graham rings the perfect notes of mindless sincerity to turn your stomach and whiten your knuckles during the ride. I was taken aback What did you love best about We Like You So Much and Want to Know You Better? The summary of the story was accurate, but did not give justice to this short story; filled with mental and voyeuristic action. Loved it! Who was your favorite character and why? Mae. I identified with how she was comfortable keeping her thoughts and actions to herself, but was challenged later on in the story. What about Dion Grahams performance did you like? I was taken aback by how fast he was talking, at first.. But, as I kept listening, his delivery made perfect sense. I wasn't ready, but he kept my attention with every word he spoke. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Absolutely! Any additional comments? More, please! a chilling and interesting book wao well, it was pretty harmless at the beginning but damn poor may, I mean i understood she worked for a tech company but party points and everything shared? I mean, I understand thats how society is working at rhisbpoint but that you really dont have a choice over that and should do it, was like people really think like that? damn for me it was scary to know that kind of possible train of thought. Interesting... Not what I was expecting. It is an interesting take on technology and social interactions. Of course its just a preview, but I will probably end up getting the full book to see what happens. Modern Modernity What did you love best about We Like You So Much and Want to Know You Better? Eggers offers a haunting look at technology and it's affect on us with "We Like You So Much and Want to Know You Better". I listened with little to no knowledge of what the actual story was.

Castle of Water Audiobook by Dane Huckelbridge

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Dane Huckelbridge) — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 21:19:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Castle of Water Subtitle: A Novel Author: Dane Huckelbridge Narrator: Max Winter Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 04-21-17 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 39 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: For Sophie Ducel, her honeymoon in French Polynesia was intended as a celebration of life. For Barry Bleecker, the same trip was meant to mark a new beginning - turning away from his dreary existence in Manhattan finance to seek creative inspiration. But when their small plane is downed in the middle of the South Pacific, the sole survivors of the wreck are left with one common goal: survival. Stranded hundreds of miles from civilization on an island the size of a large city block, the two castaways must reconcile their differences and learn how to draw on one another's strengths. If they don't, they may never make it home. Members Reviews: Wanted More I really enjoyed this book but wanted more towards the end. I felt it ended abruptly. I love everything about this book A friend told me to run out and get this book, and so I did. Sort of. I grabbed my phone and downloaded the audible. It's such an engaging story and the narrator is fantastic. I listened to it on a long drive, and it made the time fly by. Everyone should experience this book. Beautifully written A narrator with a mesmerizing voice tells the tale of two castaways. A tale of love and if loss. Poetic lines bring the book to life.

Looking for Me Audiobook by Beth Hoffman

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Beth Hoffman) — Tue, 28 May 2013 00:50:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Looking for Me Author: Beth Hoffman Narrator: Jenna Lamia Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 05-28-13 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1339 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A Southern novel of family and antiques from the bestselling author of the beloved Saving CeeCee Honeycutt Beth Hoffmans best-selling debut, Saving CeeCee Honeycutt, won admirers and acclaim with its heartwarming story and cast of unforgettable characters. Now her unique flair for evocative settings and richly drawn Southern personalities shines in her compelling new novel, Looking for Me. Teddi Overman found her lifes passion for furniture in a broken-down chair left on the side of the road in rural Kentucky. She learns to turn other peoples castoffs into beautifully restored antiques, and eventually finds a way to open her own shop in Charleston. There, Teddi builds a life for herself as unexpected and quirky as the customers who visit her shop.Though Teddi is surrounded by remarkable friends and finds love in the most surprising way, nothing can alleviate the haunting uncertainty shes felt in the years since her brother Joshs mysterious disappearance. When signs emerge that Josh might still be alive, Teddi is drawn home to Kentucky. Its a journey that could help her come to terms with her shattered family - and to find herself at last.But first she must decide what to let go of and what to keep. Looking for Me brilliantly melds together themes of family, hope, loss, and a mature once-in-a-lifetime kind of love. The result is a tremendously moving story that is destined to make bestselling author Beth Hoffman a novelist to whom readers will return again and again as they have with Adriana Trigiani, Fannie Flagg, and Joshilyn Jackson. Members Reviews: It is like listening to a friend.... If you want to listen to a book that tugs not only at your heart, but is like listening to a new friend tell you their story--then get this book. While some may get frustrated with the back and forth between childhood and adulthood, just remember no life story is ever told chronological. It is told piece by piece-memory by memory. Beth Hoffman is a great story weaver--as story teller does not capture the essence of her talent. Jenna's performance provides your imagination an opportunity to make the movie in your head. It is 3D without the hype. She adds dimension to each character, right down to all creatures great and small. And if you haven't listened to Saving Cee Cee Honeycutt, then add it to your list. Both are books that I could listen to over and over again. In fact, I have listened to Saving Cee Cee Honeycutt about four times in the last year. It is like watching your favorite movie, you never tire of the characters, the story, the way it moves your soul. Looking For Me is right there along side Saving Cee Cee Honeycutt. If audiobooks could ever look tattered, dog-eared, and tear-stained... Great Second Novel Love southern literature. I especially like that this novel is partially based in Kentucky (my home state). Loved Beth Hoffmans Saving Cee Cee Honeycutt. This is a great second novel. Sometimes an authors sophomore novel does not measure up the first. This one does. The characters are likable, especially Teddi. Teddis relationships are believable and real. She is a woman who has a dream and is passionate about that dream. Depicts Red River Gorge realistically. My favorite listen this summer. Another fascinating story from Beth Hoffman! As much as I enjoyed Beth Hoffman's "Saving CeeCee Honeycutt" I think I enjoyed her newest book "Looking For Me" even more. Ms.

One Lavender Ribbon Audiobook by Heather Burch

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Heather Burch) — Tue, 01 Jul 2014 23:27:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: One Lavender Ribbon Author: Heather Burch Narrator: Emily Sutton-Smith Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-14 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1167 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Can a stack of long-hidden love letters from a WWII war hero inspire a heartbroken woman to love again? Reeling from a bitter divorce, Adrienne Carter abandons Chicago and retreats to the sun, sand, and beauty of Southern Florida, throwing herself into the restoration of a dilapidated old Victorian beach house. Early into the renovations, she discovers a tin box hidden away in the attic that reveals the emotional letters from a WWII paratrooper to a young woman who lived in the house more than a half-century earlier. The old letters - incredibly poetic and romantic - transcend time, and they arouse in Adrienne a curiosity that leads her to track down the writer of the letters. William "Pops" Bryant is now an old man living in a nearby town with his handsome but overprotective grandson, Will. As Adrienne begins to unravel the secrets of the letters (and the Bryants), she finds herself not yet willing to give up entirely on love. Members Reviews: Heartwarming love story Who doesn't appreciate love letters? Love the story. All the characters touched me. Narration was excellent. My first Heather Burch book. I will definitely read her next book. Beautiful Old Fashioned Romance I thoroughly enjoyed this excellent book. It is so refreshing to find a modern author that does not have to rely on bad language, violence, or steamy sex scenes to carry the story along. The plot concerns a young woman who finds a box of old love letters when she is renovating an old house .Intrigued by the letters she sets out to find the author,a WW2 veteran living in a nearby town with his devoted handsome grandson .The book is full of likable characters and believable situations all set in a delightful beach town in Florida. The narration was first rate and I will certainly look for more books by this author. Thanks Audible for making this available. Letters tell the story One Lavender Ribbon is an easy book to listen to. The narrator is pleasant and handles different voices well. The story is a romantic fiction, involving several characters whose lives and lies have woven them together in a typical romantic fiction style. I liked the story, the twists of storyline and the resolution. A Frustrating Tale--Really a Fairy Tale Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I probably wouldn't recommend this book. I found it very frustrating, and, in the end, quite a shaggy dog story. Just when you thought nothing else could throw a wrench into the story, along it came. Toward the end I found myself yelling, "Don't do it! Just back away." I think research shows that abusive behavior repeats itself, and often women who have been in abusive relationships often continue in them. It would be the rare case when abusive behavior can be changed in such a seemingly simple turn as Will's was. I fear Adrian is in for a similar experience as in her first marriage. The epilogue just makes it a fairy tale, in my mind. What about Emily Sutton-Smiths performance did you like? She was able to capture the variety of voices and the related emotions If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? I wouldn't promote this story. Emotional Lump What made the experience of listening to One Lavender Ribbon the most enjoyable? The historical significance combined with the wonderfully flawed and loving characters. I couldn't stop listening.

The Sound and the Furry Audiobook by Spencer Quinn

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Spencer Quinn) — Wed, 11 Sep 2013 21:06:36 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Sound and the Furry Author: Spencer Quinn Narrator: Jim Frangione Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 09-11-13 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 590 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: When Chet and Bernie happen upon a prison work crew that includes Frenchie Boutette, an old criminal pal they sent up the river, getting a new case is the last thing they expect. But Frenchie, who comes from an old Louisiana family full of black sheep, needs help finding his one law-abiding relative, his brother Ralph, a reclusive inventor who has gone missing with his houseboat. Though he's tempted to take another job (with a big payday) in Alaska, Bernie decides to set course for the bayous of Louisiana, a trip that will introduce Chet to a world of sights, smells, and tastes that are like nothing he's ever encountered. Out in bayou country, Chet and Bernie meet the no-good Boutette family and their ancient enemies, the maybe-even-worse Robideaus, and at first it seems as if Ralph's disappearance is connected to a dispute over a load of stolen shrimp. But when Chet uncovers a buried clue, the investigation heads in a dangerous new direction involving the oil business and an impending environmental catastrophe. The more Chet and Bernie discover about Ralph, the more treacherous the job becomes, and soon they're fighting not only Big Oil, but also shadowy black ops figures, a violent biker gang from back home, and Iko- a legendary bayou gator with a seemingly insatiable appetite. Meanwhile, deep under the Gulf, the pressure just keeps building. With top-notch suspense, humor, and genuine insight into the ways our canine companions think and behave-all set against a rollicking new Louisiana backdrop. The Sound and the Furry will make you howl in delight. Members Reviews: It's all good What made the experience of listening to The Sound and the Furry the most enjoyable? Chet's voice, in the sense of the author's "voice" is lovable. The story is a page turner and the balance of suspense and comedy is perfect. Quinn has a terrific way of telling you one thing through his narrator, but showing you quite another. The characters are not just boring beautiful people types that so much popular fiction is littered with. They have depth and humor -- even if the humor is goofy. Quinn is a master story teller, has got his dialogue down, does something innovative with the Sam Spade genre, and Jim Frangione has the voice and intonation that you just KNOW Chet has. In this story, Chet and Bernie leave Arizona for Louisiana. The one thing that struck me as not quite perfect is that I don't think Frangione had the Louisiana accents right, but maybe he wasn't supposed to. What did you like best about this story? Chet's voice. Have you listened to any of Jim Frangiones other performances before? How does this one compare? I've only heard him read Chet's stories and they are all top notch. If you could rename The Sound and the Furry, what would you call it? This would be sacrilege. Don't even think it. Any additional comments? Chet's puppy needs to come into play in the next book. I know he's peripheral now, but bring him to the forefront. A Fresh Perspective on a PI Mystery Would you listen to The Sound and the Furry again? Why? Have you ever wondered what your dogs version of your life would be? This mystery of a missing person and the entanglement of the oil industry with the shrimping industry is told through the eyes of Chet, a hundred pounder plus police-trained German shepherd who belongs to Bernie Little, P.I.

Beauty from Surrender Audiobook by Georgia Cates

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Georgia Cates) — Tue, 05 Nov 2013 03:18:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Beauty from Surrender Author: Georgia Cates Narrator: Robert Black, Bunny Warren Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 11-05-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 607 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: How do you move on when hes every song you sing? After Laurelyn Prescott walks away from the love of her life, she returns to Nashville to pursue the only dream she has left. Determined to find a distraction from the pain of losing Jack Henry, she immerses herself in her music. But with her old life comes old acquaintances and new expectations. When Laurelyn refuses her record producer's outrageous demands, she finds herself without a career - until an unforeseen opportunity presents itself. From there it's a rocket ride straight to the top where Laurelyn finds the success she's always dreamed of. Will it be enough to bring her the happiness she so deserves, or will the absence of Jack Henry leave her wanting more? Jack Henry McLachlan never expected to fall in love with Laurelyn Prescott - but he did. After he foolishly let her slip through his fingers, he spends three months searching for her, but their reunion doesn't come easy. The woman he finds isn't the same one who drifted away without a goodbye. No longer an insecure girl on an Australian adventure, this Laurelyn is a successful musician with a promising career. Her dreams are becoming a reality, and Jack is terrified his American girl wont have a place for him in her new life. With only a month to convince her otherwise, will it be enough time to make her visualize a life beyond the glitz and glamor, a life that includes him? Members Reviews: Such a Seductive, emotional and romantic story. Any additional comments? "How do you move on when hes every song you sing" First of all you must read the first book in the series - Beauty from Pain - this is not a stand alone book. I'm not sure if it is rare that a sequel is better than the first, but I thought this one was. I loved every part of this story. It was a nice mixture of both of their perspectives, humor, drama, and steamy Hot Romance. I very much enjoyed the double narration by Robert Black and Bunny Warren. This book, unlike the first, did not have a cliffhanger ending so fingers crossed there is the possibility of more to come and that would make me a very happy reader. good the second time around The second installment in the beauty from pain series was just as good as the first. This book could have been much better if not for the poor narration by the male reader. His accent was bad and he just sounded like he was trying too hard. That was the only down side to a very good series. I hope they find a new narrator for the next installment in the series. Excellent Sequel/Ending to a Great Romantic Story! The "Love Story" aspect of the book was great; however, Robert Black's portrayal of Laurelyn's voice was awful. Again, it sounds nasally. The emotional rollercoaster that the two lead characters go through is truly touching. I truly recommend this book. I do suggest reading "Beauty from Pain" first to get the entire experience. Great Love Story If you could sum up Beauty from Surrender in three words, what would they be? Fantastic, sweet and loving What did you like best about this story? The pain and love of decision How could the performance have been better? Robert Black's accent as an Aussie is great. However, his voice of Laurenlyn was horrible. They should have had Bunny do Laurenlyn as herself.

The Pale King Audiobook by David Foster Wallace

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Foster Wallace) — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 22:23:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Pale King Author: David Foster Wallace Narrator: Robert Petkoff Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 04-15-11 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 363 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The agents at the IRS Regional Examination Center in Peoria, Illinois, appear ordinary enough to newly arrived trainee David Foster Wallace. But as he immerses himself in a routine so tedious and repetitive that new employees receive boredom-survival training, he learns of the extraordinary variety of personalities drawn to this strange calling. And he has arrived at a moment when forces within the IRS are plotting to eliminate even what little humanity and dignity the work still has. The Pale King remained unfinished at the time of David Foster Wallace's death, but it is a deeply compelling and satisfying novel, hilarious and fearless and as original as anything Wallace ever undertook. It grapples directly with ultimate questions - questions of life's meaning and of the value of work and society - through characters imagined with the interior force and generosity that were Wallace's unique gifts. Along the way it suggests a new idea of heroism and commands infinite respect for one of the most daring writers of our time. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. Editorial Reviews: David Foster Wallaces posthumously published The Pale King is a challenging listen. This is made explicit in the introduction from Wallaces editor and friend, Michael Pietsch, who put the novel together from more than 1,000 pages left behind after Wallaces suicide in 2008. The intricate, rambling novel is held together by five men including a character named David Wallace who work at an IRS processing center in Peoria, Illinois in the 1980s. There are forays into tax law, nearly rhapsodic tales of drug use, the ennui of working life, and copious footnotes that are a Wallace trademark. Robert Petkoff is a reassuring presence as narrator of The Pale King, having voiced other Wallace novels. That history makes Petkoff adept at wrapping his tongue around the stream-of-consciousness writing and its varying moods and emotions. Petkoff has a casual, well-enunciated style that he can bend into arch sarcasm, deadpan humor, and even a robotic-sounding transcription machine. Wallace often breaks the narrative with asides, in this case with tax code information, and Petkoff drops his voice to indicate these pauses before picking up the main storyline again. When Wallace switches to first person, writing as his alter-ego, Petkoff gives him a looser, more energetic voice that one can imagine isnt too far from the late authors own. The novel might be best summed up in a passage where Wallace describes the chronic worrier Claude Sylvanshine as he transfers to a new IRS office: The whole thing presented such a cyclone of logistical problems and complexities, Sylvanshine was forced to do some thought-stopping merge his own awareness with the panoramic vista. The Pale King is indeed a cyclone of complexities and might require multiple listens to absorb, but Petkoff is to be commended for diving in and bringing an extra layer of cohesion to an often-chaotic novel. Critic Reviews: "One hell of a document and a valiant tribute to the late Wallace. (Publishers Weekly) "Deeply sad, deeply philosophical. The Pale King will be minutely examined by longtime fans for the reflexive light it sheds on Wallace's oeuvre and his life.

Blue Shoes and Happiness Audiobook by Alexander McCall Smith

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alexander McCall Smith) — Mon, 10 Apr 2006 11:33:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blue Shoes and Happiness Subtitle: The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency Author: Alexander McCall Smith Narrator: Lisette Lecat Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 04-10-06 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 915 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Danger hits close to home when a cobra is found in Mma Ramotswe's office. Of less immediate danger, but greater general interest, are the faulty blood pressure measurements being recorded at the local clinic. But perhaps the biggest mystery is why Mma Makutsi's fiance has missed their usual dinner date. Is he discontented? And if so, will cramming her feet into a pair of fashionable blue shoes help Mma Makutsi find happiness? Full of subtle wit and charming characters, Blue Shoes and Happiness is another unforgettable gem from McCall Smith. Critic Reviews: "The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series is a literary confection of gossamer deliciousness....There is no end to the pleasure that may be extracted from these books." (The New York Times Book Review) "Scotsman McCall Smith renders brisk, seamless tales that are both wry and profound. Amidst the mayhem (like the cobra that slithers its way into the detective agency's headquarters) are eloquent descriptions of the serene African country that holds a special place in his heart." (Booklist) Members Reviews: Much ado about bush tea Little ever seems to happen in the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency books that can't be resolved in the time it takes the irrepressable Mma Ramotswe to brew and consume a pot of bush tea. Mysteries are solved, quips exchanged, and long passages recited that may (or may not) be quotes from Sir Seretse Khama. On the flip side, there's something refreshing about Mma Ramotswe and crew - these are books to listen to when you're having a bad day. Lisette Lecat breathes life into the series in a way that's almost magical (and you get to find out how to properly pronounce all the Setswana words, too). Blue Shoes and Happiness continues in the same vein as the previous books: Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni isn't happy with his apprentices, Mma Makutsi (who has developed the strange ability to hold conversations with shoes) faces her own insecurities and bandages them with her 97% mark from the Botswana Secretarial College, Mma Ramotswe contemplates the appropriateness of her own traditional build, and much bush tea is consumed. Parts of this book are downright funny (wait until you meet Aunt Imong), and others are sad and contemplative. By this point, the little office next to Tlokweng Road Speedy Motors is familiar territory, and it's a little bit like coming home ... and Mma Ramotswe has the tea on. so good This is one of the books in the Ladies #1 Detective Agency series by Alexander McCall Smith. This is a top notch series and I believe that to truly enjoy the series, every book should be read in the order written. The characters and story line develop over time in the series and they are people you really want to get to know. The story lines and characters can be funny, disgraceful or tragic, but they are always interesting. Smith is a keen observer of people and has great talent for drawing characters and telling whopping good stories. The reader is the same for each book in the series and she is one of the best I have ever heard. She gives consistly solid performances over the entire series. The characters remain the same from one book to the other. Her accents are extrordinarily good.

Futures and Frosting Audiobook by Tara Sivec

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Tara Sivec) — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 01:15:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Futures and Frosting Author: Tara Sivec Narrator: Romy Nordlinger Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 06-17-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 277 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Carter, Claire and Gavin have formed the perfect little family. Their friends are getting married and everyone is growing up, maturing and ready to face the future. Or are they? From bachelorette party hell, porn addictions, dinner roll baseball and botched wedding proposals to finding out everyone's extended family is chock full of crazy, Carter and Claire begin to question the strength of the ties that bind them. Unfortunately, these ties have nothing to do with fuzzy handcuffs and everything to do with the mounting differences between them. Will their friends make a mess of things with their inappropriate comments and need to know everything, or will they convince the couple that happily-ever-after sometimes really can start with beer pong? WARNING: CONTAINS SEX, DRUGS AND ROCK N ROLL. Wait, no. Just sex and drugs. And boose and filthy language. Do not read if you have no sense of humor. Members Reviews: Review: Futures and Frosting, by Tara Sivec Its been quite awhile since I read Tara Sivecs first Chocolate Lovers book, Seduction and Snacks . Because of this, I was happily surprised with how easily I fell back into the story that began in book one. One of the best things this book and series has going for it are the characters and the dialogue they have. Sivec has spared no one from the obnoxious, outrageous, and flat-out insane antics of Clare and her friends. Gavin, her son, will have most readers either appalled or in tears (maybe both) whenever he happens into a scenewhich is often. I feel that I enjoyed this book even more than the first for a few reasons. First, I think it helps that a lot of the characters, their relationships, etcit was all already established. The comedy and story in general were allowed to play out and I was already familiar with things. I also feel that there was a better balance between the story and the sex scenes (often hilarious ones) in this one. The series cant go on without them, but in Seduction and Snacks I felt there were too many or a few were out-of-place, enough to get in the way of my enjoyment of the story. In Futures and Frosting, I think the balance was found. I dont really have any complaints about this book. If I were to point out something for readers to beware of, itd be going from one chapter to the next. Depending on the chapter, the point of view will be Claires or Carters. This threw me off often early in book one. Now in book two, I was ready for it, but it wasnt always easy to figure out who for was talking for a few paragraphs. Most of the time it wasnt too awkward though. Putting the characters name under the chapter title would have fixed up any confusions. Maybe book three will utilize that option.

Brother Fish Audiobook by Bryce Courtenay

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Bryce Courtenay) — Wed, 21 Dec 2005 12:36:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Brother Fish Author: Bryce Courtenay Narrator: Humphrey Bower Format: Unabridged Length: 31 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 12-21-05 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1980 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the author of The Power of One comes an inspiring human drama and war story of three lives brought together and changed forever by the extraordinary events of recent history. Inspired by real events, Bryce Courtenay's new novel tells the story of three people from vastly differing backgrounds. All they have in common is a tough beginning in life. Jack McKenzie is a harmonica player, soldier, dreamer, and small-time professional fisherman from a tiny island in Bass Strait. Nicole Lenoir-Jourdan is a strong-willed woman hiding from an ambiguous past in Shanghai. Larger than life, Private Jimmy Oldcorn was once a street kid and leader of a New York gang. Together, they reap a vast and not always legitimate fortune from the sea. Narrated by celebrated, award-winning actor Humphrey Bower. ©2004 Bryce Courtenay; (P)2004 Bolinda Publishing Pty. Ltd. Members Reviews: Not Just Another Fish Story - something special I'm ashamed to confess, but I selected this book because it was Looooong and I figured I'd get my money's worth in using a book credit on it. Well, I did get that, in spades! "Brother Fish" is a superb read -- the characters are memorable, the dialogue superb, the atmosphere excellent and the reader gets an education in everything from the Korean War to crayfishing, Chinese Warlords, and Russian expatriates. The storytelling is terrific, though the book is long it never falters, the author maintains a pace that keeps the reader engaged for well over thirty hours. The writer also does two things that I don't see writers of any caliber achieve with frequency-- the first is that he is able to depict memorable, likable humans without a counterpoint of extreme villainy. The unsavory characters who people this book are, much of the time, given redemptive interactions. I believe it is much harder to create fully realized, truthful characters and keep them interesting without seeding the novel with intriguing villains as counterbalance. What this author has done is seed the novel with intriguing heroic characters. I think he forsook the cheap but heady thrills a great villain can bring to the table for a larger, more truthful look at the human experience and this only heightens the book's success. Also, the writer creates interesting and authentic male and female characters -- major and minor, and the main female character is no less compelling or heroic than the males, also a treat! I have one minor quibble with the wrap up of a romance in the end -- but I hate to even mention it because it is only that, a quibble. "Brother Fish" is an extraordinary read, Bravo to the author for gifting us with this novel! And a Cast of Thousands! First of all, the narrator is a real artist, replicating all the voices and singing several songs. He can sound like Paul Robeson, a Russian countess, ordinary Australian blokes, ordinary Americans, Orientals of both sexes and every class from royalty to gangsters, and on and on. For long periods, he doesn't forget that he is one of the secondary characters telling a story. This performance is transparent and seamless. The events of the book will take you from an island off Australia, to the Korean War, all over the Far East, and to rougher parts of the United States. Courtenay's outlook is global.

The Black Velvet Coat Audiobook by Jill G. Hall

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jill G. Hall) — Fri, 29 Sep 2017 18:37:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Black Velvet Coat Subtitle: A Novel Author: Jill G. Hall Narrator: Erin Bennett Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 09-29-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Twenty-eight-year-old struggling San Francisco artist Anne McFarland is determined to get a one-woman show, even though no one, including herself, believes she can do it. But when she buys a coat at a thrift shop with a key in its pocket, strange, even magical, occurrences begin to unfold, and she is inspired to create her best work ever. Fifty years earlier, it's 1963, and the coat's original owner, young heiress Sylvia Van Dam, is headed toward a disastrous marriage with a scoundrel. In a split-second reaction she does the unimaginable, which propels her on a trip of self-discovery to nature-filled northern Arizona. When Anne and Sylvia's lives intersect, they are both forced to face their fears - and, in the process, realize their true potential. Members Reviews: Not realistic... I liked the book somewhat. It was a bit far fetched and in the end when the main character aged the author depicted her 70 year old age as far older than what a 70 year old is today. Also, the character Paul the main character's husband was far older than his age too. It made the book seem very unlikely. The character's depicted seemed with their ailments to be at least 85. Sorry it ruined the story. The author needs to do a little more research with aging. Lovely story I really did enjoy this book- but only 3 stars because, though the story is wonderful & quite captivating- the writing is not as mature 7 well develpoed as it could be. that said-- it's very enjoyable- a fast read-- so get it When it was new and when it was second hand... One black Dior coat, but 2 different owners-separated by generations. Well written and easy to keep track as the story switches story lines. I did not want to put it down once I started it. The coat The life of two women that owned the same black velvet coat. One bought it new and other purchased it in a thrift store. The storyline goes back and forth between the 1960's and present day. A Hidden Story of discovery. Lots of twists and turns. Actually 2 stories in one. Took a bit to get the drift of authors style but the story was amazing. You need time to spend with this book. It is worth the investment.

Miles to Go Audiobook by Richard Paul Evans

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Richard Paul Evans) — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 19:25:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Miles to Go Subtitle: The Second Journal of The Walk Series Author: Richard Paul Evans Narrator: Richard Paul Evans Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 04-05-11 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 394 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Alan Christoffersen, a once-successful advertising executive, wakes one morning to find himself injured, alone, and confined to a hospital bed in Spokane, Washington. Sixteen days earlier, reeling from the sudden loss of his wife, his home, and his business, Alan left everything he knew behind and set off on an extraordinary cross-country journey. Carrying only a backpack, he planned to walk to Key West, the farthest destination on his map. But a vicious roadside stabbing has interrupted Alan's trek and robbed him of his one source of solace: the ability to walk. Homeless and facing months of difficult recovery, Alan has nowhere to turnuntil a mysterious woman enters his life and invites him into her home. Generous and kind, Angel seems almost too good to be true, but all is not as it appears. Alan soon realizes that before he can return to his own journey, he must first help Angel with hers. From one of America's most beloved and best-selling storytellers comes an astonishing tale of life and death, love and second chances, and why sometimes the best way to heal your own suffering is by helping to heal someone else's. Inspiring, moving, and full of wisdom, Miles to Go picks up where the best seller The Walk left off, continuing the unforgettable series about one man's unrelenting search for hope. Members Reviews: The Series is picking up steam The first book and the start of this book were a little slow. The author who narrates the story seems to be getting stronger with his voice but still is a bit week. I would like to hear more about the physical and practical challenges he faces every day. But this book is really more about spirituality. I will keep going with the series but I keep thinking if this was Stephen King the whole series would be the length of 1 of his books. Still it is a very easy read and uplifting as well. Book Two-- I read Richard Paul Evans' book The Walk without realizing it was the beginning of a five-book series. Then I discovered the rest of the books--I devoured the remaining four, one right after the other. I highly recommend this series, but I would definitely read them in order. Love this series If you liked The Walk, you will love Miles to Go. I can hardly wait for book 3. We've only made it to Memphis! S L O W Long, tedious, and painful. I guess that is how life can be sometimes. The last five minutes were wonderful and so true. Still wondering if we needed eight long uneventful chapters to get there. I know he left us with a cliffhanger of who the woman was but theres no way Im buying the next book to find out just in case its as long and tedious as that one. I'm glad there is more! I drive a lot for my job and am going through a tough "climb" on my mountain. I enjoy and appreciate Evans's writing and look forward tobhis next book.

Nature Girl Audiobook by Carl Hiaasen

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Carl Hiaasen) — Mon, 30 Oct 2006 04:60:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nature Girl Author: Carl Hiaasen Narrator: Lee Adams Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-06 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 769 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: What she doesn't know is that she's being followed by her Honey-obsessed former employer, Piejack. And he doesn't know he's being followed by Honey's still-smitten, former-drug-running ex-husband, Perry, and their wise-and-protective-way-beyond-his-years 12-year-old son, Fry. And when they all pull up on Dismal Key, they don't know they're intruding on Sammy Tigertail, a half white-half Seminole failed alligator wrestler, trying like hell to be a hermit despite the Florida State coed who's dying to be his hostage. Critic Reviews: "Old fans and newcomers alike should delight in Hiaasen's 11th novel, another hilarious Florida romp [with an] engaging and diverse screwball cast...Hiaasen's humorous touches and his all-too-human characters carry the book to its satisfying close." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Well worth the wait! I too am surprised by the negative comments. I laughed out loud as I have while listening to many of Hiaasen's previous books. The characters were creative, and the plot was typically convoluted. The voices created by the narrator were key to my enjoyment of the book. If you like Hiaasen, give this one a try, and make your own decision! I did not want to turn it off. Yes, do it I'm baffled by the negative reviews. This is classic 4 to 5 stars Hiaasen read by an excellent narrator. I couldn't get off the treadmill because I didn't want to turn off my ipod. Perhaps it's not his best, but even on a bad day, Hiaasen is in his own category. I predict you'll like it. Fabulous I am disappointed with all of the negative reviews. This is one of his first that did not make fun of Florida Tourism. I think that Hiaasen is a fabulous writer that uses Satire to show us where we fail. This book may not have been on a par with Skinny Dip (His best book), but it was up there very close. If you have ever dealt with telephone call centers or telephone solicitors or telephone scams, this is a MUST READ. A Huge Disappointment I'm a giant fan of Carl Hiasson, have enjoyed all his prior books, and looked forward to this one. I'm sad to say: This book was quite a disappointment. The humour and satire seemed forced; the characters were, in my view, boring. Seems to me like Hiasson is in a rut, and that this one was just churned out. I couldn't wait to finish the book and had to force myself to do so. I hope this is just a slight rut in Carl Hiaason's otherwise brilliant career. In all, I cannot recommend this book to anyone. Entertaining I enjoy Carl Hiassen's odd characters and the entertaining way that he alerts readers to the the abuses by money grubbers of nature, but this time, I found it all very predictable (this is my 3rd Hiassen novel). It is clever, well narrated, and gives some food for thought among the absurdity of it all. Good, but not the best.

Home Audiobook by Marilynne Robinson

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Marilynne Robinson) — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 11:17:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Home Subtitle: A Novel Author: Marilynne Robinson Narrator: Maggi-Meg Reed Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 09-02-08 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 326 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Glory Boughton, aged 38, has returned to Gilead to care for her dying father. Soon her brother, Jack - the prodigal son of the family, gone for 20 years - comes home too, looking for refuge and trying to make peace with a past littered with tormenting trouble and pain. Jack is one of the great characters in recent literature. A bad boy from childhood, an alcoholic who cannot hold a job, he is perpetually at odds with his surroundings and with his traditionalist father, though he remains Boughton's most beloved child. Brilliant, lovable, and wayward, Jack forges an intense bond with Glory and engages painfully with Ames, his godfather and namesake. Home is a moving and healing book about families, family secrets, and the passing of the generations, about love and death and faith. It is Robinson's greatest work, an unforgettable embodiment of the deepest and most universal emotions. Critic Reviews: "Robinson's beautiful new novel, a companion piece to her Pulitzer Prize - winning Gilead, is an elegant variation on the parable of the prodigal son's return." ( Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Gorgeous and True Robinson is an absolute master at creating worlds populated by real people. I feel as though I know these characters. Having read Gilead, which overlaps somewhat with Home, I can only marvel even more at Robinson's talent for narration that is so very true to the human spirit. The same events, viewed by a next-door neighbor, bear a completely different significance. This novel carries an entirely different weight from the theme explored in Gilead. Robinson has said that she aims to write characters, not plot, and not much does actually happen. All the same, the beauty of these people, their house and this town seem so real that if I could actually find them in Iowa, I would seem to be returning, not arriving for the first time. The reader has a wonderful knack for conveying all the emotion in the simplicity of Robinson's neat, well-crafted sentences. Perhaps it is because I am from the Midwest myself, but I was particularly touched Ms. Reed's ability to hint at emotion in dialogue between characters who would never willingly discuss such things openly. The implied, the understood and the subtle code of the small Midwestern town figure so prominently in the dialogue of Home, and Ms. Reed manages beautifully what would seem to me the most difficult task of reading this particular novel aloud. Wish that I had read this one I loved Marilynne Robinson's last book, Gilead. As the mother of 3 sons and the only sister with 3 brothers, I read and reread Robinson's words in the voice of Ames, the Congregationalist minister, about the trust that parents must have before they, like Abraham, can send their sons into the wilderness. She writes beautifully, and she clearly has much theological thought and study behind her. This book, which included the same characters, shows what happens when that trust isn't enough. Jack Boughton, prodigal son of Ames' friend, Robert Boughton, comes home, bringing all his misery along with him. He seems repentant, but seems still to wallow, and perhaps even enjoy, his past transgressions. It gets rather tiresome and we lose patience with him.

When You Were Older Audiobook by Catherine Ryan Hyde

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Catherine Ryan Hyde) — Tue, 10 Feb 2015 16:46:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When You Were Older Author: Catherine Ryan Hyde Narrator: Nick Podehl Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 02-10-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 345 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: By the best-selling author of Don't Let Me Go and Pay It Forward, When You Were Older is the heartrending, thought-provoking, and life-affirming story of two very different brothers who try to build a new life together against the backdrop of an uncertain and uneasy time in our shared history. Russell Ammiano works on the 104th floor of the World Trade Center. On the morning of September 11, 2001, the phone rings while Rusty is rushing to work. The news is devastating: his mother has died of a stroke, leaving his brain-damaged older brother, Ben, alone. This news also saves Rusty's life. He's still at home when two planes hit the World Trade Center--and only one of his friends and colleagues survives. In a single day, the life Rusty built in New York crumbles to the ground. Rusty returns to his tiny hometown and the brother he was more than happy to leave behind. Ben hasn't changed a bit, but the town has. Tensions are running high in the wake of the terrorist attack while Rusty struggles to put the past behind him and care for the exasperating brother he loves. He finds refuge in drinking coffee in the early morning with beautiful Egyptian-American Anat in her father's bakery. Rusty is beginning to get his life back...until one awful night threatens to take it all away again. Critic Reviews: "A fantastic read which will have people talking about it for many weeks and months to come." (Sarah's Book Reviews) "The award for the amount of humanity woven into a book goes to Catherine Ryan Hyde." (Ivana of Willing to See Less) Members Reviews: Just when you think you've heard it all.. This is yet another one of Ms Hyde's perfect stories of imperfection in the real world. This is the world right after 9-11-2001. She hits the nail on the head again. I can never stop her books, they are better than any good movie. Lots of insightful wisdom sprinkled in too. Loved this one The narrator was incredible, even doing female characters. The story was very good. I highly recommend this Catherine Ryan Hyde. Beautifully told I enjoyed listening to this audiobook. The reader was very good and the story stayed interesting throughout the whole book. I was disappointed when it was over because I felt like I wanted it to go on. brother love is tested nine 11 turns a young man's world upside down when he returns home to be sole support of an older intellectually handicapped older brother. it causes the young man to grow in understanding of how preconceived beliefs affect lives. an intense plot that keeps you guessing. Perhaps this is for juveniles? That would explain a lot, if so. The main character is so immature, one wonders if he isn't the one with brain damage instead of his brother. The writing is pedantic and predictable. The narration is slow and the pauses will give you plenty of time to predict the next line.

Kommandant's Girl Audiobook by Pam Jenoff

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Pam Jenoff) — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 21:30:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Kommandant's Girl Author: Pam Jenoff Narrator: Rachel Botchan Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 11-25-08 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 88 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: As secretary to the charismatic Kommandant Richwalder, Emma vows to use her unique position to gather intelligence for the Resistance - by any means necessary... Members Reviews: quite the story First time author for me, debut novel for the author, Pam Janoff, and recommended by Iowa author Heather Gudenkauf. In researching the author I learned she at one time worked for the US State Department and was posted in Krakow, Poland, which is where this story is set. She evidently got some of the background for this story during that time. At the start of the story, young Polish Jew Emma gets married one month before the Nazi invasion of Poland. Just days after her husband takes off to be part of the Jewish Resistance. Her parents are put in the Jewish Ghetto of Krakow. Then Emma is asked to masquerade as a young Catholic girl named Anna and eventually gets hired to be the personal assistant to the Nazi Kommendant of Krakow. She is further asked by the Resistance to get whatever intelligence she can to help the cause. The story evolves from there with Emma/Anna forced to make gut wrenching, heart wrenching choices to help those she loves. Not really a thriller but with a good amount of suspense, this is more a human interest story that gives you a sense of trepidation the further you get into the story. This story reminds me that even today many people in the world are being asked to make tough choices that make no sense as to why they must even consider them. A good, thought provoking warm story. I really enjoyed it. Not As Good As I Hoped Overall the story is a good one, but I still had trouble with a lot of it. My biggest issue is that I just didnt buy the chemistry between the Kommandant and his Girl, and since thats the entire point of the book it made it hard to get into. I had to suspend my disbelief and just take her word for it that she was hot for the Nazi as opposed to really sensing her dilemma. I also found the ending too contrived; I dont want to give it away, but suffice it to say it was all a little too neat. Nevertheless I was interested in the characters enough to get the sequel (The Diplomats Wife), and I am starting it right away. Predictable I wanted to read a war-torn or poignant or at least interesting story about a woman who is used to spy on the top German in Krakow in WW2. What I got was a predictable story and trite piece of writing. The author's first mistake was to use the present tense. That keeps the gentle reader at arm's length and Ms. Jenoff's story was just not enough to draw me in. Coupled with a lackluster performance by the reader, and I was happy to have this book come to an end. Trite and preposterous If you thought Twilight was well written, you will enjoy this story. Otherwise, dont waste your time or money. Ive been reading WWII books for a while now and loved lilac girls, the nightingale , and the Alice network (to name a few good ones) and bought this book because another reviewer mentioned this book alongside with those. This book is Not of equal caliber. KOMMANDANT'S GIRL A good story. Could have easily been taken from a true story, considering the timeline and location. Narrator was fair. Sometimes read in a monotone voice though. An attention getter for sure

Torch Audiobook by Cheryl Strayed

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Cheryl Strayed) — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 14:44:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Torch Author: Cheryl Strayed Narrator: Cheryl Strayed Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 11-20-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 135 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In her debut novel, Torch, best-selling author Cheryl Strayed weaves a searing and luminous tale of a family's grief after unexpected loss. "Work hard. Do good. Be incredible!" is the advice Teresa Rae Wood shares with the listeners of her local radio show, Modern Pioneers, and the advice she strives to live by every day. She has fled a bad marriage and rebuilt a life with her children, Claire and Joshua, and their caring stepfather, Bruce. Their love for each other binds them as a family through the daily struggles of making ends meet. But when they received unexpected news that Teresa, only 38, is dying of cancer, their lives all begin to unravel and drift apart. Strayed's intimate portraits of these fully human characters in a time of crisis show the varying truths of grief, forgiveness, and the beautiful terrors of learning how to keep living. Critic Reviews: "A heartbreaking anatomy of one family's grief.... Beautifully written and authentic." (People) "This novelist goes fearlessly into this place of raw grief and inappropriate lust and desperate love and simply reports what she sees: These are people who...live dense, perplexing, fascinating and authentic lives." (Washington Post Book World ) "Torch is a steady stream of finely wrought portrayals of nuance, moments, and emotions.... Lovely turns of phrase are coupled with subtle and keen observations and truisms that remind a reader why she reads." (Newsday) Members Reviews: Don't Listen to the Intro Any additional comments? The intro goes over all the main events from the story and compares them to the author's real life which pretty much ruined the book for me.. why am I spending this many hours listing to a book where I already know what happens... just skip the intro (ch1) and listen to in after. Meh. The characters just weren't likable Be incredible? Really? I wish ALL the characters of this book would have taken that advice. The first part of the story is good. Meeting Teresa, the mom who has cancer is great. The characters around her and her relationships are great. But I lost interest during the rest of the 3/4 of the book. If you are like me, you are interested in this book because you loved Wild. Strayed's style is in here. It's in here in the shocking, raw things that the characters do because they are flawed and because of their grief. I liked those moments. Where this book failed though was redeeming those characters and making them likable. In Wild, Cheryl obviously is super likable and does things and shares things that made me like her including and because of her flaws--I liked her because of her complete-ness. The characters in Torch were selfish and narcissistic and shallow and single faceted in their flawed-ness. I had no reason to cheer for them, they were just kind of lame. The end of the story was the worst part. It just fizzled as the characters continued to have things happen to them and as they just stumbled through their mediocrity. I also did not like Cheryl as the narrator. She had an annoying lilt in the way she finished each sentence that got tedious. I hope Strayed writes more books. Fiction or non-fiction, I'll read (listen to) it, because I like her style and I think she'll only grow as a writer. I don't recommend this book. High expectations I had high hopes after listening to"Wild" but this fell short.

Boy, Snow, Bird Audiobook by Helen Oyeyemi

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Helen Oyeyemi) — Thu, 06 Mar 2014 01:58:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Boy, Snow, Bird Author: Helen Oyeyemi Narrator: Susan Bennett, Carra Patterson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 03-06-14 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 466 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In the winter of 1953, Boy Novak arrives by chance in a small town in Massachusetts, looking, she believes, for beauty - the opposite of the life she' s left behind in New York. She marries a local widower and becomes stepmother to his winsome daughter, Snow Whitman. A wicked stepmother is a creature Boy never imagined she' d become, but elements of the familiar tale of aesthetic obsession begin to play themselves out when the birth of Boy' s daughter, Bird, who is dark-skinned, exposes the Whitmans as light-skinned African Americans passing for white. Among them, Boy, Snow, and Bird confront the tyranny of the mirror to ask how much power surfaces really hold. Dazzlingly inventive and powerfully moving, Boy, Snow, Bird is an astonishing and enchanting novel. With breathtaking feats of imagination, Helen Oyeyemi confirms her place as one of the most original and dynamic literary voices of our time. Members Reviews: For Literary Lovers Would you consider the audio edition of Boy, Snow, Bird to be better than the print version? I can only guess that the audio version is more entertaining than the print due to the quality of voice performance versus silently reading. What did you like best about this story? The parallels to Snow White and the subtlety of language. What about Susan Bennett and Carra Patterson s performance did you like? I loved the New York accents! Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? There were some parts that I laughed out loud at, yes. Any additional comments? I loved that Boy's father was named The Ratcatcher. It was a fun book to read, but there are so many things to appreciate about the literature and craft of writing that it was not just pleasure reading. Read the book, skip the audio version My recommendation would be to read this book by the page as opposed to an audiobook. I had a hard time following the story once it branched off in the middle section in interactions between Bird and Snow. Overall, I believe the theme is that family secrets are dangerous and can destroy healthy relationships but I wish the author had gotten to the point sooner because I felt the story just dragged on and on. Wow! Very imaginative of the author to envision the back story of a "wicked" stepmother. It is hard to review this book without giving away the plot, so suffice it to say this was a very interesting story. The characters were well developed and the plot fairly well paced. And there were several plot twists that induced a little jaw dropping. I enjoyed the book so much I read reviews and interviews with the author which all made me want to read more by her. I highly recommend this book. Loses steam in the Middle. Would you listen to Boy, Snow, Bird again? Why? I would certainly listen again to see if I missed any clues. What was one of the most memorable moments of Boy, Snow, Bird? The end of part I. I didn't see that coming. What aspect of Susan Bennett and Carra Patterson s performance would you have changed? Whomever assumed the voice of Bird - I couldn't tell if she was attempting to portray a small child, a teenager, or an adult. Maybe that's partly due to the rather weak (relatively speaking) writing during this section, but the performance was rather weak. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? No extreme reactions.

Miss Julia's School of Beauty Audiobook by Ann B. Ross

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ann B. Ross) — Wed, 30 Mar 2005 04:59:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Miss Julia's School of Beauty Author: Ann B. Ross Narrator: Cynthia Darlow Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs Language: English Release date: 03-30-05 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 151 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Hazel Marie, former lover of Miss Julia's late husband, needs assitance in staging a beauty contest to determine who will reign as Miss Abbot County Sheriff's Department. Enter Miss Julia. She has plenty of advice for the contestants about maintaining their poise, showcasing their charm, and perfecting their stage presence. But as she does her best to help the women, Miss Julia is forced to face concerns over her complicated relationship with her gentleman friend, Sam. Refreshing and comical, Miss Julia's School of Beauty is another good-natured gem from Ann B. Ross. Critic Reviews: "The Miss Julia series is an audiophile's dream; the novels seem to have been created just for audio." (The Denver Post) Members Reviews: Fun Story As always, Miss Julia takes us for a fun tride twisting this way and that with all the great regular characters and quirkie plots. I can always count on Julia Springer and gang to keep me interested and smiling. Can't Finish It I know there are probably many people out there who won't agree with me, but I found this book incredibly annoying and the plot line silly. The reader's Southern accent made my skin crawl (and being from Georgia, that takes alot), and I found the plot line about Miss Julia's marriage to be unrealistic - I felt like the character was completely from the 50's, but set in present day (and to me, not in an entertaining way). I've been trying for a month to listen to the whole thing and still have over half of the book to go. I seem to always find an excuse not to listen to this book/reader - I have a new CD that I like, or the dog needs attention, or the toilet needs cleaning... Try it if you want to, but I would definitely recommend listening to the preview first to see if you can stand the bad Southern accents. I wouldn't recommend this book though. Married at last!!!! This is one of my favorites in the series. Miss Julia and her "extended family" have become a part of my life....seriously!! Love you Ann Ross. You absolutely may not retire....ever!! A little too hard to believe, but fun In Miss Julias School of Beauty by Ann B. Ross, Miss Julia has just returned from her honeymoon after eloping with her former lawyer, Sam, to the dismay of others in her town upset at not being invited to a large wedding. Then, a friend tells Miss Julia that the tabloids are reporting that country music star Sonny Sutton had discovered that his marriage at a wedding chapel in Dollywood was not legal because the preacher did not have legal authority to perform weddings. Miss Julia begins to fear that perhaps her own marriage might not be legal either, and she might have been living in sin! So she kicks Sam out of her bedroom, while terrified that someone in her community might learn her deep, dark secret. So Sam goes on the road to find out the truth behind their marriage. In the meantime, the sheriffs department, in an effort to raise money for a second dog for their K-9 squad, decides to hold a beauty pageant. Hazel Marie, the former longtime mistress of Miss Julias first husband and mother of his son, Little Lloyd, gets involved as organizer of the event, along with Edda May, who seems to be chasing after Sam and makes Miss Julia very jealous. So Miss Julia gets busy helping with the pageant too.

Winter's Tale Audiobook by Mark Helprin

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mark Helprin) — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 20:57:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Winter's Tale Author: Mark Helprin Narrator: Oliver Wyman Format: Unabridged Length: 27 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 03-13-08 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 898 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: This is a book about the beauty and complexity of the human soul, about God, love, and justice, and yet you can lose yourself in it as if it were a dream. You will be transported to New York of the Belle Epoque, to a city clarified by a siege of unprecedented winters. One night, Peter Lakeorphan, master-mechanic, and master second-story manattempts to rob a fortress-like mansion on the Upper West Side. Though he thinks the house is empty, the daughter of the house is home. Thus begins the affair between the middle-aged Irish burglar and Beverly Penn, a young girl who is dying. Because of a love that at first he cannot fully understand, Peter, a simple and uneducated man, will be driven to stop time and bring back the dead. His great struggle, in a city ever alight with its own energy and beset by winter, is a truly beautiful and extraordinary story. 2008 by AudioGO / © 1983 by Mark Helprin / Motion Picture Artwork © 2014 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. All Rights Reserved. Critic Reviews: "This novel stretches the boundary of contemporary literature...is a gifted writer's love affair with the language." (Newsday) Members Reviews: Great book and narrator - bad technical glitch I am almost finished with this recording, and it has been a pure joy all the way. That is, until Chapter 5 of Part 4. Suddenly, I was listening to a duplicate of an earlier part of the story. I skipped ahead to Chapter 6 and was hearing new text again, but I can't be sure what, if anything, I have missed. So I've tried to redownload Part 4 to see if it comes out right. Unfortunately, it stalls out at 119 mb and I'm having a hard time getting past that. This kind of thing really fouls up the experience... NYC 2000 as imagined in 1983 Posted to Goodreads on 3/19/12: This book was written in 1983 but released again in 2008 as an audiobook, which I picked up from Audible at a very good price. I liked the fantasy, magical sequences of the story and the portrait of New York City from the late 1800s to the year 2000 (the future, as of 1983). The story was slow to get going, although the "Gangs of New York" style of the beginning held my interest. Once some of the main characters really take the stage (Peter Lake and Beverly Penn), the pace picks up. On the whole, however, some of the fantasy borders on the juvenile, similar to the movie Polar Express, and some of the history seems incorrect. Also, when the author tries to imagine New York of the future and a cataclysmic event that could destroy the city, he does not reach his goal. That a character tries to build a bridge to see the face of God is difficult to consider seriously. The book is really too long, but if you have the time, you may like the early approach to magical reality. The book has some similarities with Chronic City. OMG! Helprin is the American Homer! No, not Homer Simpson, though you will find many side-splitting laughs to rival Marge's tubby hubby. Helprin is the best living writer in the English language, maybe any language. This epic adventure defies any description of the plot which is so magnificently constructed, so sublime as to compare to any masterpiece (architectural, pictorial, sculptural, technological). One can appreciate it, but recounting it diminishes its artistry, beauty and grandeur. If you are fortunate enough to have a hard copy, then read, listen, read, listen.

Sweet Girl Audiobook by Rachel Hollis

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rachel Hollis) — Tue, 12 Apr 2016 12:26:35 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sweet Girl Subtitle: The Girl's Series, Book 2 Author: Rachel Hollis Narrator: Rachel Hollis Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 04-12-16 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 136 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Max Jennings is in a bad mood. It's not anything you did; it's just that secrets from her past make it her natural state of being. But she's not going to talk about it or share her feelings, so don't bother asking. Max's bad mood means that very few people actually truly understand her or know that her secret dream is to be a pastry chef. When a rare opportunity to work for world-famous Avis Phillips presents itself, Max jumps at the chance. Avis and her staff aren't stingy with the tough love, so Max spends every spare minute practicing her craft. As she bakes brownies and custards, cookies and galettes, she builds an unlikely friendship with a man she once loathed and finds herself falling into something she's spent the last six years avoiding. Will she let her painful past stand in the way, or will she muster the strength to forgive herself and realize her full potential? Members Reviews: wonderful givers you hope. family & friends love This is a story of family and friends and finding the best you. learning to love your best friend. Fun read Great for a Second in a Series Book This is the second in The Girl's Series by Rachel Hollis. I picked it up immediately after reading the first book, Party Girl. Sweet Girl has all the same characters as Party Girl, but the point of view is Max's, Landon's roommate. Max is rough, gruff, and aloof. But underneath she is a softy. The reader knows something happened to her along her life's journey, but we don't know exactly what. Max is independent and does not rely upon her family's wealth to get by, preferring to make it on her own. She lands a job working in the bakery of her dreams located in the hotel where she excels at tending bar, creating unusual drink concoctions customers have never tasted before. After several months at the bakery, she learns the job was only short-term. She was a fill in until Joey, long time employee, returns after maternity leave. This not only shatters her dream of being a pastry chef, but also her income. What to do now? She hasn't told Landon or any of her other friends, or family, what she's been doing and finds herself in the difficult position of asking, or not asking, for help. Her relationships with her family are strained, and she pushes away everyone else, so feels a bit stranded. And she continually beats herself up for being who she is. Although her friends want to come to the rescue, they're unsure where to begin since they don't know what's wrong to begin with. The author, Rachel Hollis, reads this book herself. But because she has little, if any variation between the voice of Landon and Max, or any other characters for that matter, the beginning is confusing. Who is speaking? Who's point of view of are we in? We've completely associated Rachel's voice with Landon from book one. But here, in book two, it's the same voice, now, for Max. Although the adjustment can be made in a few chapters, the author could use some professional coaching on how to vary voice tones so the readers know who is speaking. In an audio format, this type of differentiation is essential. Still, it's not enough to prevent anyone from buying the book. Brilliant, Witty, and emotional... Rachel Hollis has done it again with the story of Mac & Taylor.

The People We Hate at the Wedding Audiobook by Grant Ginder

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Grant Ginder) — Tue, 06 Jun 2017 00:09:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The People We Hate at the Wedding Author: Grant Ginder Narrator: Dan Bittner, Khristine Hvam Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 06-06-17 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 142 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: This program includes a bonus interview with the author and his editor. Relationships are awful. They'll kill you, right up to the point where they start saving your life. Paul and Alice's half sister Eloise is getting married! In London! There will be fancy hotels, dinners at "it" restaurants, and a reception at a country estate complete with tea lights and embroidered cloth napkins. They couldn't hate it more. The People We Hate at the Wedding is the story of a less than perfect family. Donna, the clan's mother, is now a widow living in the Chicago suburbs with a penchant for the occasional joint and more than one glass of wine with her best friend while watching House Hunters International. Alice is in her 30s, single, smart, beautiful, and stuck in a dead-end job where she is mired in a rather predictable, though enjoyable, affair with her married boss. Her brother, Paul, lives in Philadelphia with his older, handsomer, tenured track professor boyfriend who's recently been saying things like "monogamy is an oppressive heteronormative construct" while eyeing undergrads. And then there's Eloise. Perfect, gorgeous, cultured Eloise. The product of Donna's first marriage to a dashing Frenchman, Eloise has spent her school years at the best private boarding schools, her winter holidays in St. John, and a postcollege life cushioned by a fat, endless trust fund. To top it off, she's infuriatingly kind and decent. As this estranged clan gathers together and Eloise's walk down the aisle approaches, Grant Ginder brings to vivid, hilarious life the power of family and the complicated ways we hate the ones we love the most in the most bitingly funny, slyly witty, and surprisingly tender audiobook you'll listen to this year. Critic Reviews: "Family dysfunction at its best. This novel is addicting and entertaining and I couldn't put it down!" (Jennifer Close, New York Times best-selling author of Girls in White Dresses and The Hopefuls) Members Reviews: It had potential. With so much family strife, you would have thought there would have been way more drama. It ended up being kind of boring. The narrators weren't great and I lost interest. Family drama worth reading Instagram introduced me to this book and author and I'm so glad it did. I was invested in the story from the start and I had to keep listening to find out more. Mr. Ginder did an amazing job of bringing the best out of flawed characters. In the process, I could find bits of myself in each one. Do yourself a favor and read, or listen, to this book today!! Performance ruined the audible experience Longtime listener and big fan of Audible but the narration on this was so bad -- distracting, affected, annoying -- I had to ditch it for the kindle version. Such a great book I know that a lot of the reviews express disappointment that the characters aren't likable, it's not a fun little beach read, etc. etc. Whatever. The characters in this book are complicated and real, and the family dynamics are refreshingly raw without being tragic or overwrought. If you want the audiobook version of a Hallmark movie, you won't like this book. I am averse to saccharine, and I loved it. Funny & warming This book is so so funny! I loved it; it has just enough serious moments to make the laugh out loud moments just that much more awesome.

Between a Witch and a Hard Place Audiobook by Amanda M. Lee

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Amanda M. Lee) — Mon, 27 Nov 2017 18:43:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Between a Witch and a Hard Place Subtitle: Wicked Witches of the Midwest Books 4-6 (Wicked Witches of the Midwest Box Set Book 2) Author: Amanda M. Lee Narrator: Aris Format: Unabridged Length: 25 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 11-27-17 Publisher: Amanda M. Lee Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The Winchester witches are at it again, and this time the stakes are higher than ever.Go along with Bay, Thistle, Clove, Aunt Tillie and the rest of the Winchester family (and their friends, of course) as they take on human traffickers, an angry poltergeist and a murderous bank robber. Youll finally get a chance to meet their fathers, Landons family, and find out if Clove will ever get lucky in love. Thats on top of the usual family hijinks, and Aunt Tillies irrepressible wrath which can never fully be contained. This omnibus includes books 4-6 in the Wicked Witches of the Midwest series: Witching on a Star, Something to Witch About and Witch Me Luck. Members Reviews: I loved it! It was very entertaining, the characters are funny. I love the family loyalty they posses. The plot was interesting too.

Finding the Dream Audiobook by Nora Roberts

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Nora Roberts) — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:00:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Finding the Dream Subtitle: Dream #3 Author: Nora Roberts Narrator: Sandra Burr Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 12-01-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 579 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Laura Templeton found out the hard way that nothing in life is guaranteed. The daughter of a wealthy hotelier, she had always known comfort, privilege, and security. But by the age of 30, her storybook marriage had been destroyed by her husband's infidelity. Laura's divorce left her both emotionally and financially devastated - but determined to rebuild her life without the help of the Templeton fortune . . . Members Reviews: A good read and...??? Where's the more? Where's the real end? You can't end with a now we kiss and that is it? How do the kids take it - how does the rest of tha family take it, even though we know they all want it to happen? This is the kind of book you just want to carry on listening to and hear about the rest of their lives - do they reach their dreams? Do mom and dad help out? So many questions and no answers? Very cruel! But again, very good - I just love the way Nora writes and gets you captivated and keeps you there. These 3 books I will definitely listed to again! Now I'm off to find another one - have to go... Best by far! This was by far the best of the trilogy. It really rounded out the story nicely, although it would have been very good as a stand alone book. Nora Roberts is truly a master of her craft! great book it. It was a perfect finish to the trilogy. I enjoyed the passion in the plot. Another awesome series. This book series was wonderfully written but the way it was read was amazing and really brought the stories alive. Good job and I highly recommend these books. Loved it! Loved the story of Michael and Laura and the continuing story of Margo and Kate. The narrator was great. Loved listening!!!!

Nights in Rodanthe Audiobook by Nicholas Sparks

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Nicholas Sparks) — Fri, 13 Sep 2002 14:39:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nights in Rodanthe Author: Nicholas Sparks Narrator: JoBeth Williams Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-02 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 433 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: But when a major storm starts moving in, it appears that Adrienne's perfect getaway will be ruined - until a guest named Paul Flanner arrives. At 54, Paul has just sold his medical practice and come to Rodanthe to escape his own shattered past. Now, with the storm closing in, two wounded people will turn to each other for comfort - and in one weekend set in motion feelings that will resonate throughout the rest of their lives. Critic Reviews: "Sparks builds a taut, plausible relationship between his protagonists." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Not a "happily ever after" book! This struck me as a lovestory without much closure. Left me wanting more. Characters are well developed and it is well written, but this is not your typical "love story" where everyone lives happily ever after. Left me feeling sad. May be a little too close to "real life!" Simply beautiful. Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I'm not going to say much as I don't want to give away any spoilers. However, 'Nights in Rodanthe' was a sweet tale. Beautiful in its complexities, as well as in its simplicity. Mr. Sparks has a gift for telling truly relatable romance fiction that includes all ages. I appreciate how Mr. Sparks can craft a romantic story about people of all ages. Love does not end at 20 as some in Hollywood would have us believe with their quick, romantic comedy movies. As a professional screenwriter, I would be honored to work with Mr. Sparks on a romantic drama. I have seen all the books that have made it to film and have read every book, regardless if it made it to books and stayed there, or moved on to be a beautiful film. Mr. Sparks you have a gift for the romantic genre and I hope you continue this journey. If, you should ever need a hand, or simply want some fresh blood to write a romantic drama with, I would be delighted and honored to be a support. Though I am sure this note will not make it to you and I am positive your production company provides you with enough supports. With care and respect, Rachel Reaugh (from Victoria, BC - Canada) What does JoBeth Williams bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? There is a quiet strength to JoBeth Williams that only comes from owning your own hurt and growing with that hurt and turning it into something that makes her life thriving. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes. And, I did. Twice. Nights in rodanthe This was a great story, one that that came to a full circle with how life happens! Nights in Rodanthe A few days together from a lasting love that transcends time and space until a tragedy ends it. First Nicholas Sparks..... ......book I've read and I loved it. Have spent much time on NC/SC beaches and the descriptions of the weather and the storm are perfect. Not to spoil it for anyone, but the characters are very real and the development of their relationship could not be better. I could not put it down and within a couple of weeks I listened to it a second time. JoBeth Williams is the perfect performer for the story. Beautiful warm slightly southern voice.

The Kite Runner Audiobook by Khaled Hosseini

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Khaled Hosseini) — Wed, 29 Nov 2006 02:49:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Kite Runner Author: Khaled Hosseini Narrator: Khaled Hosseini Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 11-29-06 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 422 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The Kite Runner is a novel about friendship, betrayal, and the price of loyalty. It is about the bonds between fathers and sons, and the power of fathers over sons - their love, their sacrifices, and their lies. Written against a backdrop of history that has not been told in fiction before, The Kite Runner describes the rich culture and beauty of a land in the process of being destroyed. But through the devastation, Khaled Hosseini offers hope for redemption. Critic Reviews: " "A beautiful novel...ranks among the best-written and most provocative stories of the year." (The Denver Post) "Powerful first novel...tells a story of fierce cruelty and fierce yet redeeming love." (The New York Times) Members Reviews: Kite Runner A cultural must read. I first read "A Thousand Splendid Suns", though it was the author second book, the order does not matter. Both books brought tears to my eyes, and sympathy to my heart. Wonderfully written and wonderfully read. Your heart will break for the poor, simple, innocent people of Afghanistan that have nothing to do with their countries politics or hatred of the west. They struggle each day to fight for the basic human rights we so take for granted. A roof overhead, food and education for their young. You will feel shame for the things we take everyday for granted. A brilliant author. I couldn't recommend it enough! Loved it! Would you listen to The Kite Runner again? Why? I would definitely listen to this story again. It was a poignant and honest tale of how our jealousies and fears cause us to do things we are ashamed of but that we sometimes get the chance for redemption. I loved the book and highly recommend it and A Thousand Splendid Suns. Wow Prior to this book, I was not a fan of audio books. I never believed that someone reading a book to me would be worthwhile. This audio changed my view. I was going on a long drive, and a colleague suggested trying Audible. The Kite Runner was the first book I downloaded. It kept me enthralled for the entire trip. It is well read, the character voices are consistent and appropriate. I would highly recommend this audio version of the book. It is better than the movie. One of the best books I listened to all year Excellent book, well written and engaging. Some grime moments but worth every minute. The Kite Runner – this book was recommended to me I don’t think I would have chosen to read this with out guidance. Having just seen the film though…..wow the reading effects are so much better. Never getting anything that is current due to going to the library and selecting talking books up until I joined, meant I never knew how a book could be better than a movie. I think had I not read the book I definitely would have wanted my money back if I went to watch it on the big screen. I love having the book read to me. I think though that by reading the book you have expectations of how a movie would be shot. I remember thinking while listening I wonder how they depicted this in the movie? That’s easy – they didn’t! Or briefly and weakly. I think the message was of good intent but the story was just above average.

The Little Red Chairs Audiobook by Edna O'Brien

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Edna O'Brien) — Tue, 29 Mar 2016 01:46:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Little Red Chairs Author: Edna O'Brien Narrator: Juliet Stevenson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 03-29-16 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 347 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A woman discovers that the foreigner she thinks will redeem her life is a notorious war criminal. Vlad, a stranger from Eastern Europe masquerading as a healer, settles in a small Irish village where the locals fall under his spell. One woman, Fidelma McBride, becomes so enamored that she begs him for a child. All that world is shattered when Vlad is arrested, and his identity as a war criminal is revealed. Fidelma, disgraced, flees to England and seeks work among the other migrants displaced by wars and persecution. But it is not until she confronts him - her nemesis - at the tribunal in The Hague that her physical and emotional journey reaches its breathtaking climax. The Little Red Chairs is a book about love and the endless search for it. It is also a book about mankind's fascination with evil and how long, how crooked, is the road toward home. Critic Reviews: "The great Edna O'Brien has written her masterpiece." (Philip Roth) "The Little Red Chairs is a daring invention set at the bloody crossroads where worlds collide: savage, tender, and true." (John Banville) "O'Brien, a master at weaving the personal with the political, has a perfect partner in narrator Juliet Stevenson...this is no mere tale of love gone wrong--it's a powerfully read modern parable." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: Red, as Scarlet, as Enraging, as Bloody You live in a quaint, if a little busybody, Irish hamlet, a beauty swept off her feet by a much older man, marrying in your well-earned white dress. 15, 20 years pass, your life is humdrum, sort of nice with your much older husband but your clock is ticking and his dock ain't kicking. A very distinguished, intriguing, attractive foreign (perhaps Russian) doctor/chiropractor in his early 40s moves into town, renting a room near your art shop. He subtly suggests that you look like you need a lover. Your biological clock starts to wind in the corner of your mind, and you seek a child with this man, a child your husband cannot give you. Weeks/months pass by and you become pregnant despite knowing now of a few negative character traits. One day government agents blow into this little village to make a highly publicized arrest of the most wanted Serbian war criminal (think, Milosevic, Karadzic). PapaDaddy is, as it turns out, the Prince of Darkness, Beëlzebub in the body, Father of Lies in the flesh, Author of Evil, the Old Serpent. The novel blasts with double-barrels, driven by morally difficult questions and, to my mind, unloading on some leaders in the Catholic Church as, at best, judgmental and indifferent to humanity and not at all worthy of reflecting the Redeemer, or, worse, complicit in abetting such a monstrous castigation that even Lucifer would have to look away. Ms. O'Brien has never shied away from criticizing or offending the Catholic Church of her Ireland. Warning: this book contains one of the most diabolical and horrendous acts of sexual violence against a female in all literature, at least that I've read. Only a Master such as Edna O'Brien ...could create this novel in all its devastating beautiy. An artistic triumph brought to life in this production. An unsettling and haunting tale that tears open the heart --as powerful and eternal and full of wisdom as the verse of Rumi. Good read A journey of a life, choices, untidy, stops and starts,unfinished lives, stark in places, tender and hopeful in others.

Mink River Audiobook by Brian Doyle

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Brian Doyle) — Tue, 16 Sep 2014 19:05:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mink River Author: Brian Doyle Narrator: David Drummond Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 09-16-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 124 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In a small fictional town on the Oregon coast there are love affairs and almost-love-affairs, mystery and hilarity, bears and tears, brawls and boats, a garrulous logger and a silent doctor, rain and pain, Irish immigrants and Salish stories, mud and laughter. There's a Department of Public Works that gives haircuts and counts insects, a policeman who is addicted to Puccini, a philosophizing crow, beer, and berries. An expedition is mounted, a crime is committed, and there's an unbelievably huge picnic on the football field. Babies are born. A car is cut in half with a saw. A river confesses what it's thinking. This is the tale of a town, written in a distinct and lyrical voice, and when the book ends, listeners will be more than a little sad to leave the village of Neawanaka, on the wet coast of Oregon, beneath the hills that used to boast the biggest trees in the history of the world. Critic Reviews: "Doyle writes with an inventive and seductive style that echoes that of ancient storytellers." ( Library Journal Starred Review Members Reviews: Unique performance of literary art. Like walking out of the theater after a great performance I felt I was a better person after the experience. Such rich entertainment. I've had this book on my shelf for years but so glad I waited for the audio version. Drummond was perfect! Thanks. Very unusual book but flawed Brian Doyle is a very talented writer - he can capture a moment and place you right in the place he is describing in an instant. Somewhere along the line, someone applauded his use of lists as a means by which to dramatize his stories. The first couple of lists -- woven throughout the novel -- are very satisfying and ingenious really. Then they get old and then they get annoying. I will never be his editor, but, if I were, I would say -- let the schtick go and use your amazing talent to just weave a tale. I wasn't ready for the story to end! Very engaging story. Loved the characters and descriptions of the setting. The narration enhances an already enthralling tale. Good listening again and again! Enjoy the depth of character development, the turn of events and the variety of stories. beautifully written, poorly read How could the performance have been better? I think this books needs a different narrator -- one who can bring a little more subtlety and humor to the reading. I'll go and find it in print, but won't listen further to this production.

Garden Spells Audiobook by Sarah Addison Allen

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sarah Addison Allen) — Fri, 23 May 2008 22:37:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Garden Spells Author: Sarah Addison Allen Narrator: Susan Ericksen Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 05-23-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2062 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Generations of Waverleys tended this garden. Their history was in the soil. But so were their futures. A successful caterer, Claire Waverley prepares dishes made with her mystical plants - from the nasturtiums that aid in keeping secrets and the pansies that make children thoughtful, to the snapdragons intended to discourage the attentions of her amorous neighbor. Meanwhile, her elderly cousin, Evanelle, is known for distributing unexpected gifts whose uses become uncannily clear. They are the last of the Waverleys - except for Claire's rebellious sister, Sydney, who fled Bascom the moment she could, abandoning Claire, as their own mother had years before. When Sydney suddenly returns home with a young daughter of her own, Claire's quiet life is turned upside down - along with the protective boundary she has so carefully constructed around her heart. Together again in the house they grew up in, Sydney takes stock of all she left behind, as Claire struggles to heal the wounds of the past. And soon the sisters realize they must deal with their common legacy - if they are ever to feel at home in Bascom - or with each other. Critic Reviews: "The blending of horticultural folklore, the supernatural and a big dollop of Southern flavor should find favor with a wide swath of readers." (Publishers Weekly) "Spellbindingly charming, Allen's impressively accomplished debut novel will bewitch fans of Alice Hoffman and Laura Esquivel." (Booklist) Members Reviews: Magical I just loved it! The author is so beautifully descriptive and the narrator was just perfect. I loved the scents from the Waverley garden and kitchen. I could feel the magic of those scents and the colors that celebrated Claire's mood and passion. I can listen to it over and over. I originally bought the hardcover book, but couldn't pack it when I went on vacation because of airline weight restrictions. So I downloaded the audiobook to my MP3 player with the intention of giving away the hardcover book. Oh no! not anymore. This book is a keeper! I so want to give it 5 stars...!!!! I have always enjoyed a little bit of magic in storytelling. Though I'm not a big fan of romantic novels, Garden Spells has just that type of mix of magic and romance that I enjoy. This was such an enjoyable read that I wish Ms. Allen would continue writing about these characters. I really enjoyed the Waverly's and their garden, especially their special apple tree. The southern charm was almost a character unto itself. I wish there was a cookbook that accompanied the novel so that I could try some of Clarie's recipes; and the obvious knowledge of edible flowers and herbs was extensive, making me want to start growing a flower herb garden. The only reason I couldn't give this a 5 star rating is because of the lack of detail in some of her writing. I would have loved to know more details about Sydney's life in Seattle or Clarie's when she was young with her mother or how Clarie had decided to become a caterer. I felt drawn into the Waverly home but intimate details outside of that magical place was pale in comparison, which may be Allen's intention. But I often wished as I read that instead of telling me things, she would show through character development. But this doesn't take away from how much I enjoyed the obvious love & magic of these characters and overall story.

The People in the Trees Audiobook by Hanya Yanagihara

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Hanya Yanagihara) — Fri, 16 Aug 2013 23:56:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The People in the Trees Author: Hanya Yanagihara Narrator: Arthur Morey, William Roberts, Erin Yuen Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 08-16-13 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 231 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In 1950, a young doctor, Norton Perina, signs on with the anthropologist Paul Tallent for an expedition to the remote island of Ivu'ivu in search of a rumored lost tribe. They succeed, finding not only that tribe but also a group of forest dwellers they dub "The Dreamers," who turn out to be fantastically long-lived but progressively more senile. Perina suspects the source of their longevity is a hard-to-find turtle; unable to resist the possibility of eternal life, he kills one and smuggles some meat back to the States. He proves his thesis, earning worldwide fame, but he soon discovers that its miraculous property comes at a terrible price. As things quickly spiral out of his control, his own demons take hold, with devastating consequences. Critic Reviews: "Driven by Yanagihara's gorgeously complete imaginary ethnography on the one hand and, on the other, by her brilliantly detestable narrator, this debut novel is compelling on every level - morally, aesthetically, and narratively." ( Publishers Weekly) "Yanagihara presents a cautionary tale about what can happen when Western arrogance meets primeval culture." ( Kirkus Reviews) Members Reviews: A dazzling, fundamentally flawed excursion into the grotesque Any additional comments? This fascinating, well written novel is fundamentally an argument against white colonialism, and the racism and exploitation that go with it. It is also an experiment in unreliable, unsympathetic narration, an attempt to render a character exclusively in dark hues, and this makes the book both intriguing and, alas, predictable. In life, the evil are never pure. Even the worst of them have a few good traitsthats what makes them so dangerous. Not so, with Norton Perina. He is a composite of repulsive behaviors, a sociopath without a sociopath's charm, a selfish, conniving, narcissistic, misogynistic, unrepentant pedophile devoid of even a shred of humor or a wisp of compassion, much less any other recognizable human traits. Readers are invited not to understand him, but to loathe him. The consistency of Perina's nastiness makes him utterly predictable. While the plot delivers quite a few surprises, the character never does. You can be sure that in every situation, Perina will behave despicably. The book is a meticulous assemblage of slime and smarm: lengthy renderings of "smears" and feces and blotchy complexions; masturbation and menstruation and grotesque corpulence and putrid odors; people gorging on worms, trusting turtles and adorable miniature monkeys; rites-of-passage involving the ritual gang-rape of young boys (and those are the good guys!), all laced together via the protagonist's snarky remarks. Added to the mix is the victimization of humans, creatures, the environment--an entire world!--and, of course, the annihilation of innocence itself. The book can be enjoyed for its irony, complex plot, and haunting descriptions, and perhaps as a purists approach to the unsympathetic character. But prepare yourself for a long immersion in a truly hateful worldview, one that in the end I attribute not to Yanagaharas hand puppet, Perina, but to the deliberate engineering of the author herself. Engrossing and disturbing What did you like best about this story? Liking seems a weak word. The story vibrated, it gnawed, it struck chords of recognition and also of dismay.

The Savage Detectives Audiobook by Roberto Bolaño

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Roberto Bolaño) — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 09:21:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Savage Detectives Subtitle: A Novel Author: Roberto Bolaño Narrator: Eddie Lopez, Armando Durán Format: Unabridged Length: 27 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 08-06-09 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 253 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The Savage Detectives is a hilarious and sexy, meandering and melancholy, companionable and complicated road trip through Mexico City, Barcelona, Israel, Liberia, and finally the desert of northern Mexico. It is the first of Bolaño's two giant works, with 2666, to be translated into English and is already being hailed as a masterpiece. Editorial Reviews: Confused? Exhilarated? A little of both? Welcome to the world of Roberto Bolaño, the late, great Chilean novelist whose popularity continues to rise despite his untimely death in 2003 at the age of 50. For many Bolaño fans, especially in this country, all the excitement started here with The Savage Detectives, a sprawling, sexy, melancholy, kinetic, kaleidoscopic frenzy that clocks in at over 27 hours. First off, this is not a detective book. So if you're looking for a straightforward whodunit, look elsewhere. The only detective here is the listener, who must carefully follow along as Bolaño's novel takes one unlikely twist and turn after another. Fans of Haruki Murakami and Thomas Pynchon will love Bolaño's literary acrobatics. On a literal level, The Savage Detectives is simply a series of first-person monologues delivered by dozens of different people. At first, the novel's focus seems unclear. But gradually, the plot begins to revolve around two "poets" (although some characters say they're nothing more than glorified drug dealers) who revive a branch of poetry called Visceral Realism: Ulises Lima and Arturo Belano, who may (or may not) be the author's adventurous alter ego. Some characters know both men well. Others have brief encounters with them that last only days or hours. Some characters love or revere them. Others dismiss them as crackpots or lunatics. This multi-faceted narrative paints a vivid portrait of both men. And yet, the more we learn about them, the more mysterious they become. The audiobook (with text translated from Spanish into English) features two readers. Eddie Lopez performs the part of a precocious college student who initially appears to be the novel's sole narrator. But roughly a quarter of the way into the book, Armando Durán brings to life a choir of voices spanning several decades and continents. Durán deserves a gold medal for this amazing feat, making each monologue sound distinct and believable, no matter the accent, age, gender, or mood of the speaker. Getting into the chaotic rhythm of The Savage Detectives may take some time to adjust to for some listeners. But once you're tuned in, you'll experience one of the most thrilling, satisfying literary rides of your life. Critic Reviews: "Wildly enjoyable . . . Bolano beautifully manages to keep his comedy and his pathos in the same family." (The New York Times Book Review) "The Savage Detectives is deeply satisfying. . . . Bolano's book throws down a great, clunking, formal gauntlet to his readers' conventional expectations. . . . A very good novel." (Thomas McGonigle, Los Angeles Times) "An instant cult hit among readers and practically a fetish object to critics." (Time) Members Reviews: Started slow but ended great I really did NOT like this book for the first 90 minutes or so - Part I.

The Beach Audiobook by Alex Garland

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alex Garland) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 07:21:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Beach Author: Alex Garland Narrator: Michael Page Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 09-11-09 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 269 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The Khao San Road, Bangkok - first stop for the hordes of rootless young Westerners traveling in Southeast Asia. On Richard's first night there, a fellow traveler slashes his wrists, bequeathing to Richard a meticulously drawn map to "the Beach". The Beach, as Richard comes to learn, is a subject of legend among the young travelers in Asia: a lagoon hidden from the sea, with white sand and coral gardens, freshwater falls surrounded by jungle, plants untouched for thousands of years. There, it is rumored, a carefully selected international few have settled into a communal Eden. Richard sets off with a young French couple to an island hidden away in an archipelago forbidden to tourists. They discover the Beach, and it is as beautiful as it is reputed to be. Yet over time it becomes clear that Beach culture, as Richard calls it, has troubling, even deadly undercurrents. ©1998 Alex Garland; (P)2009 Brilliance Audio, Inc. Members Reviews: Weed and the beach Any additional comments? I liked that a good book that is critically acclaimed about pot heads on a beach exists. You can tell the guy who wrote it is mixing in his own worldly experiences with his love of weed and interesting stories. I liked this book, and the way he tells it, you can almost tell when he is referencing his own life. Ending was kind of freaky but surprises are always fun. The reader does a good job with all the characters and accents and does not have any annoying habits, I recommend this book and audio book to anyone, stoner or not. Oh ya it was interesting to read a book written by a British person, instead of saying he ways 170 lbs, for example, he says 11 stone! Haha. It is neat to see how other people view Americans. Too bad there were no Americans living on the beach, but there were some in the book playing a key role. Just dont waist your time with the movie till you have read/listened to the book. One of my favorites. Way different than the movie! If you like traveling and are sick of people, this is the book for you. Bona Fide Fiction I started reading this book soon after moving to Thailand to teach English. I have to admit I didn't know a whole lot about the book but had pretty low expectations, thinking it was just another glorified backpacker narrative, and also given the perception of the movie (which, fortunately, I hadn't seen), but I wanted to read something relating to Thailand so decided to give it a go. Boy, was I surprised when I couldn't put it down, devoured it in a matter of days, and was devastated when it was over. I am a very visual person and sometimes, when reading fiction, I have a hard time seeing the story the author is trying to tell and I drive myself mad trying to settle upon how to visualize things (what does a particular character look and sound like, what does the setting look like, etc.). Fortunately, thanks to Garland's descriptive writing, I could magically see everything he described. Listening to this book on audible definitely added to the experience. Michael Page's ability to capture the emotions and even the dialects of the different characters was spectacular and made it even easier for me to visualize what was going on and put myself in the characters' shoes. One of my favorite things about this book is how intimately you get to know the characters - perhaps as you would when living on a deserted island with someone.

The Days of Abandonment Audiobook by Elena Ferrante

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Elena Ferrante) — Tue, 07 Jul 2015 01:51:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Days of Abandonment Author: Elena Ferrante Narrator: Hillary Huber Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-15 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 478 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: An IndiBound best seller, The Days of Abandonment shocked and captivated its Italian public when first published. It is the gripping story of a woman's descent into devastating emptiness after being abandoned by her husband, with two young children to care for. When she finds herself literally trapped within the four walls of their high-rise apartment, she is forced to confront her ghosts, the potential loss of her own identity, and the possibility that life may never return to normal. Members Reviews: monotone narrator and monotonous story This isn't worth $1, and certainly not worth a credit. I've skipped from chapter to chapter hoping to find good character development, some sort of joy in being alive, or something worth listening to. I haven't found it yet. Quick (not bad) listen .... To be brief, this novel is not about chains of events or mystery of any kind. Rather it is a swirls of deep emotions and self pity and literally decomposition of a human soul. Woman goes crazy when husband leaves her The main character, Olga, disgusted me. I wanted to stop listening halfway through but plowed through hoping that some great insight would emerge. It didn't. I was sick of listening to her meaningless, self-pitying introspection. Sure her husband did her wrong....so why was two-thirds of the book devoted to pining after him? The narrator was the only redeeming factor in this audiobook. Maybe it's you Divorce is terrible. I've played its victim in various roles. That's why I was interested in this book. But this lady's complete lack of rationality is indefensible. Sickening in fact. (Spoiler alert.) To turn on your children and dog like that just means you're a bad person. I don't care what you're going through. To victimize the innocent is never justifiable. What your husband did is despicable. But you're no better. Strange story! Almost stopped listening, but forced myself to listen to the end. Seemed like a very weak female character.

Perfect Audiobook by Rachel Joyce

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rachel Joyce) — Tue, 14 Jan 2014 07:52:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Perfect Subtitle: A Novel Author: Rachel Joyce Narrator: Paul Rhys Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 01-14-14 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 306 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A spellbinding novel that will resonate with readers of Mark Haddon, Louise Erdrich, and John Irving, Perfect tells the story of a young boy who is thrown into the murky, difficult realities of the adult world with far-reaching consequences. Byron Hemmings wakes to a morning that looks like any other: his school uniform draped over his wooden desk chair, his sister arguing over the breakfast cereal, the click of his mother's heels as she crosses the kitchen. But when the three of them leave home, driving into a dense summer fog, the morning takes an unmistakable turn. In one terrible moment, something happens, something completely unexpected and at odds with life as Byron understands it. While his mother seems not to have noticed, eleven-year-old Byron understands that from now on nothing can be the same. What happened and who is to blame? Over the days and weeks that follow, Byron's perfect world is shattered. Unable to trust his parents, he confides in his best friend, James, and together they concoct a plan... As she did in her debut, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, Rachel Joyce has imagined bewitching characters who find their ordinary lives unexpectedly thrown into chaos, who learn that there are times when children must become parents to their parents, and who discover that in confronting the hard truths about their pasts, they will forge unexpected relationships that have profound and surprising impacts. Brimming with love, forgiveness, and redemption, Perfect will cement Rachel Joyce's reputation as one of fiction's brightest talents. Members Reviews: Touching and Fragile - Once Untangled. Having loved Rachel Joyce's original novel "The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry", I dove into "Perfect" as soon as it was released. After a decent amount of time listening to the story, I had to admit to myself that I wasn't following the narrative at all - so I started over, right back at the beginning. After several more false starts, I decided to go online and find some reviews; was it just me that was confused? Luckily, there was a review on Amazon from a reader with an early release copy of the book, who mentioned that the chapters of the book alternate between the story of the two boys in 1972 (beginning with both the book's preface "The Addition of Time" and the first chapter "Something Terrible") and the story that takes place in our current year - a story of a man nearing 60,(beginning with Chapter Two, entitled "Jim"). From that point on, the chapters switch regularly, with each narrative getting every other chapter. With that piece of crucial information, I began the book once again; and from that point on, I was entranced. Much like the author's first book, the story is both beautiful and sad; focusing on the cause and effect that relationships, actions, and experiences in our past have on our future lives. I found this story very touching and honest. Sharing any more about the plot would be a disservice, so I'll leave it at that. If you enjoyed "The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry", I believe you'll enjoy this new tale; a very different story, but treated with the same respect and compassion by it's author. Oh Wow! A heads up: it took me a long time to get in to this book. If youre in need of a quick fiction fix, this might not be the place to start.

The Revolving Door of Life Audiobook by Alexander McCall Smith

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alexander McCall Smith) — Tue, 09 Feb 2016 15:02:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Revolving Door of Life Author: Alexander McCall Smith Narrator: Robert Ian Mackenzie Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 02-09-16 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 407 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Once more we catch up with the delightful goings-on in the fictitious 44 Scotland Street from Alexander McCall Smith. With customary charm and deftness, Alexander McCall Smith gives us another installment in this popular series, now running in its ninth season in The Scotsman. Anything could happen to Bertie and the gang.... Critic Reviews: "[Narrator Robert Ian] Mackenzie's soothing voice gently leads listeners through the characters' meandering thought processes: Does one own a painting found in a secret room of a newly purchased home? Do men have different conversations when women aren't present? Is it ethical to arrange for the seduction of a gold digger? Whatever the answers, Mackenzie's narration is purely delightful." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: Went too fast Would you consider the audio edition of The Revolving Door of Life to be better than the print version? It was great to see Irene getting her due - can't wait to see what's next. I loved the fact that Bertie, Stuart and Ulysses got a break from that overbearing woman. Reconnecting with the other characters was great. One of the best in the series I really enjoyed this book. I love most of what AMS writes but this is my favorite series. I was so pleased for Bertie, finally! It was a nice relaxing listen but went by too quickly. Each character gets more and more personality in each book and I cannot wait for more about Big Lou and her cousin as well as Bruce and Pat. Great book. Warmth, laughter, and principles I was disappointed at first when I began listening to this book, because it was not about the same characters I had enjoyed before. I forgot that, as I became engaged in the lives of the people at 44 Scotland St. I hope you enjoy them as much as I did. I wish I could tell Alexander McCall Smith how sincerely I love his writing. He seems to be able to enter into the minds of so many different kinds of people that it's almost as if he is multiple authors.. His use of language is marvelous, and the breath of his knowledge is prodigious. great story telling enjoyed the reading. did get slow in spots that really had no baring on the story as a whole. the accents were perfect in all the right places. This is one of his best! I love them all, but there is something special about this one! Can't wait to see what happens next, especially with Bertie.

Backseat Saints Audiobook by Joshilyn Jackson

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Joshilyn Jackson) — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 13:59:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Backseat Saints Author: Joshilyn Jackson Narrator: Joshilyn Jackson Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 06-08-10 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 713 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Rose Mae Lolley is a fierce and dirty girl, long-suppressed under flowery skirts and bow-trimmed ballet flats. As "Mrs. Ro Grandee", she's trapped in a marriage that's thick with love and sick with abuse. Her true self has been bound in the chains of marital bliss in rural Texas, letting "Ro" make eggs, iron shirts, and take her punches. She seems doomed to spend the rest of her life battered outside by her husband and inside by her former self, until fate throws her in the path of an airport gypsy - one who shares her past and knows her future. The tarot cards foretell that Rose's beautiful, abusive husband is going to kill her. Unless she kills him first. Hot-blooded Rose Mae escapes from under Ro's perky compliance and emerges with a gun and a plan to beat the hand she's been dealt. Following messages that her long-missing mother has left hidden for her in graffiti and behind paintings, Rose and her dog Gretel set out from Amarillo, Texas, back to her hometown of Fruiton, Alabama, and then on to California, unearthing a host of family secrets as she goes. Running for her life, she realizes that she must face her past in order to overcome her fate---death by marriage---and become a girl who is strong enough to save herself from the one who loves her best. Backseat Saints will dazzle listeners with a fresh and heartwrenching portrayal of the lengths a mother will go to right the wrongs she's created, and how far a daughter will go to escape the demands of forgiveness. With the seed of a minor character from her popular best-seller Gods in Alabama, Jackson has built a whole new story full of her trademark sly wit, endearingly off-kilter characters, and utterly riveting plot twists. Members Reviews: Loved this audio! Joshilyn Jackson is such a wonderful writer that it almost doesn't even matter what she is writing about. Her prose is so arresting that she could bring any subject to life. Her voice reading the story is the perfect voice for Rose May too. she has that Southern sweet girl/bad girl voice down pat. I highly recommend this audio. I've purchased and listened to all her other books and loved them all but I think she's really topped herself with this one. Looking forward to the next book! Best Fiction EVER! This book is absolutely amazing! It kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time & had me sympathizing with the main character (due to the excellent in-depth character development) throughout the audiobook. Ms. Jackson's naration is beyond superb; she isn't just a fabulous writer, she's a marvelous voice over artist! This is one of my favorite three books/audiobooks of-all time. I simply can't recommend it enough! Get it for yourself AND gift it to all your friends! Liked the book - LOVED her voice I usually tire of really descriptive verbage but so enjoyed the analogies that I actually could see and enjoy "seeing" Joshilyn's descriptions. I loved her narration. I find that over 50% of how well I like the book is how well the voice fits the character and I thought it was perfect. A Southern Belle Finds Herself Once again, Joshilyn Jackson has written an interesting tale of Southern women. What I particularly liked about this one was Ms. Jackson's development of a the love/hate, push pull of an abusive relationship and the strength it takes to move on. While writing about a very difficult subject matter.

Amsterdam Audiobook by Ian McEwan

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ian McEwan) — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:57:36 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Amsterdam Author: Ian McEwan Narrator: Steven Crossley Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-11 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 69 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Man Booker Prize, Fiction, 1998 The best-selling author of Atonement and Enduring Love, Ian McEwan is known as one of contemporary fictions most acclaimed writers. This Booker Prize-winning novel by McEwan finds two men connecting at the funeral of their ex-lover. Distressed by how she was slowly destroyed by an illness, the two make a pact to save each other from enduring such a fate. Members Reviews: A Workaday Work From a Master I respect Ian McEwan tremendously, and Atonement and Saturday are among my favorite books of all time. Amsterdam, while providing an engaging story and finely-drawn characters, left me a little cold. While I empathized with Clive's struggles to find meaning in his work and to resolve his conflict between self-absorption and separation, and found Molly to be the kind of flame that could draw moths from every corner, the plot seemed to be stretched a bit thin at times. That said, I think that most of the action is interior, and McEwan delivers enough psychological insight to make this a compelling, if less than memorable, listen. Quick and engaging, well-read I generally prefer classics, with more complex plotting, but for the short form, I found this to be a provocative, well-written, and engaging listen. I listened while packing to move, and the story was intense enough to distract me at times, but not something that needed my full attention. The descriptions of musical composition and of aging were well done; they rounded out the story and gave it richness. I saw it as a modern fable, so the far-fetched ending didn't bother me. The reader was great. Definitely a worthwhile listen. Quite good A fascinating study of human beings doing what they can do and the consequences of such. Well written and well narrated. Intriguing concept that doesn't catch fire. I enjoy McEwan in both audio and written form. Just finished "The Children Act" read by Lindsey Duncan and found it completely absorbing. Amsterdam's summary sounds intriguing, but the work and I failed to engage, even after repeated attempts. Seems uncharacteristically muddy, the characters never individuate and the plot doesn't rise to distinguish from the wordy dialogue. I remain a fan of other McEwan titles.

Sniper Elite: One Way Trip Audiobook by Thomas Koloniar, Scott McEwen

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Thomas Koloniar) — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 22:18:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sniper Elite: One Way Trip Subtitle: A Novel Author: Thomas Koloniar, Scott McEwen Narrator: Brian Hutchison Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 06-04-13 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2347 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the coauthor of the number-one New York Times best-selling American Sniper, this "inspired by true events" thriller follows one of Americas most lethal snipers as he leads the rescue of a downed female Special Ops pilot. The President of the United States cant decide how to respond to a classified video showing the Talibans brutal treatment of their captive - a female helicopter pilot of the Armys elite Special Operations Aviation Regiment. Afraid that a botched rescue will further destabilize foreign policy and end his presidency, the Commander-in-Chief falters. But when the Special Ops community learns that one of their own is being tortured and will almost certainly be killed, no executive order will stop them from attempting a rescue mission. In direct defiance of the Presidents orders, Navy SEAL sniper Gil Shannon launches an audacious mission with the support of elite soldiers and an enigmatic government figure, to infiltrate the tribal faction holding the captured pilot. A pulse-pounding battle ensues, pitching the entire force of the Taliban against the fearless and heroic American sniper. Packed with blistering action and real-life combat scenes, Sniper Elite: One Way Trip will pin you to the edge of your seat until the very last sentence. Members Reviews: One of the best book I have encountered this year. This book kept me engaged from start to finish. Some may be turned off by the level of violence depicted, but none of it was inappropriate given the book largely follows the adventure of a navy seal sniper. The book is quite a trip, I must disagree with a few of the other reviewers when they say the author is nearly as good a Clancy. In my opinion he is far better. If the publisher is monitoring these reviews, please note I am keen for more audio books from these authors. I will be checking back periodically to see if they have any new books. The narrator Brian Hutchison, is quite good. He has a pleasant voice and if he worked a little more on his pacing and character voices he could be one of the very best. I would be happy to hear him again. I NEED A CIGARETTE! Where does Sniper Elite: One Way Trip rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? Pretty damn high. I've only listened to a little over a hundred audio books but I would definitely put "Sniper Elite" in the top 10. What a ride! This is one of the best action thrillers I've listened to. I think it's one, maybe two cuts above the "Gray Man" series by Mark Greany if that matters to you guys at all. Who was your favorite character and why? Gil Shannon would be my favorite character. Not only is he a military bad ass who will disobey orders to save one of his own, he's also a down-to-earth country boy who's kinda shy. I guess he's got the duel personality thing going on. What does Brian Hutchison bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Well, he brings excitement to the story that I probably wouldn't get if i read it myself. I tell you what, he did a really good job with the voices of the different characters of the story(especially Gil). I have no complaints with his narration. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, this book had non-stop action with a great story arc but, you know, I have to work and do other stuff too.

Forever Black Audiobook by Sandi Lynn

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sandi Lynn) — Tue, 10 Dec 2013 22:22:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Forever Black Author: Sandi Lynn Narrator: David Benjamin Bliss, Felicity Munroe Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 12-10-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 999 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: When Ellery moved to New York with her boyfriend, she thought theyd live happily ever after in their small New York apartment. She never thought hed pack his bags and leave because he needed space. With her newfound single status and fear of being alone, Ellery buries herself in her artwork and paintings until one night she helps a mysterious intoxicated stranger get home safely. Little did she know the mysterious stranger is none other than CEO and millionaire Connor Black. After finding Ellery in his kitchen the next morning and assuming she broke his #1 rule about sleepovers, he becomes intrigued, not only by her stubbornness and defiance, but by her kindness. Connor Black, emotionally dead and damaged, stemming from a personal tragedy, made a vow to never love or fall in love with a woman, until Ellery Lane walked into his life by accident. After she opens up and shows him her world, Connor starts to feel emotions and feelings he never knew existed. Despite the rumors and warnings regarding Connor Black and his use and misuse of women, Ellery finds herself being drawn into his world. Ellery knows they can never be together because she is harboring a deep secret that could destroy Connor emotionally forever. Join Connor and Ellery as they embark on a journey of courage, love and strength. Will it be enough to save them? Members Reviews: Not a favorite Is there anything you would change about this book? The story was weird. The main character "El" plays games and somehow Connor manages to fall in love despite their instant arguing and fighting. A stronger more believable storyline where the female character has some sense and the make character responds like a real man would respond not something this unbelievable. What was most disappointing about Sandi Lynns story? The female character was weak and needy. Would you listen to another book narrated by Felicity Munroe and David Benjamin Bliss ? Sure Was Forever Black worth the listening time? Not unless you have nothing else to do So, so, so bad What would have made Forever Black better? This story had potential. The first 1/3 of the book would have been okay if the grammar and sentence structure issues weren't so distracting. Once the couple finally decided they loved each other, it just got ridiculous. They loved each other! They had a fight and broke up over something stupid! Wait, now they're back together! Whoops, another breakup! Someone was always storming out and swearing they were over. And don't even get me started on all the throwing of cell phones, vases, glasses -- the heroine was always shattering something and having to pick up the pieces, at which point the hero would swoop in out of nowhere (even if he had previously stormed out and slammed the door) and tell her not to pick that up because she was going to cut herself. After the breakups, they suddenly got back together without even discussing what caused the breakup to begin with.SPOILER ALERT:The cancer thing could have been a really interesting/challenging conflict in the book, but instead it's completely unrealistic.

Falling for Love Audiobook by Marie Force

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Marie Force) — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 03:08:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Falling for Love Subtitle: Gansett Island Series, Book 4 Author: Marie Force Narrator: Holly Fielding Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 02-27-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 241 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The McCarthys of Gansett Island Series: Book 4 Since he won the Academy Award for best original screenplay a few years ago, Grant McCarthy's personal and professional lives have fallen apart. Abby, the woman he was supposed to marry, is engaged to someone else, and Grant is back at home on Gansett Island helping to run the family marina business while his father recovers from a serious injury. While all Grant's focus should be on winning back the love of his life, pesky Stephanie, who runs the marina restaurant, is working her way under his skin and into his bed. As Tropical Storm Hailey cuts off Gansett Island from the mainland, Grant suspects Stephanie is hiding something big from her past. When he finds out what it is, what will be more important to him? Winning Abby back or helping Stephanie to right a terrible wrong? Members Reviews: Awesome I wasn't sure on the first book. But now book three has me Hooked. I'm in Love with the McCarthy's. Thank you Maria Enjoyable story. I enjoyed this listen as a welcome addition to the Gansett Island series. There is great chemistry between the main characters, Grant and Stephanie, and a strong connection with characters from other books in the series. Unfortunately the narration lacks expression and does little to bring the characters to life. This series would be much more enjoyable with a different narrator. Great Audible love lost and found Grant And Stephanie has had their struggle but will love not be one of them. This is a great book that you will truly enjoy listening too...have a few tissues I can't get enough!!! The series just keeps getting better and the way Marie intertwines all the characters so you continue past stories and get a taste of the next story is amazing!!! The narrator was monotone and hard to listen to Would you try another book from Marie Force and/or Holly Fielding? Yes, I would if the narrator were different. I did not like the quiet and monotone way the narrator read. Any additional comments? This was an enjoyable story. I liked the scenes played out by different couples throughout the book. It definitely kept my interest.

The Crown Tower Audiobook by Michael J. Sullivan

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Michael J. Sullivan) — Sat, 07 Sep 2013 12:53:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Crown Tower Author: Michael J. Sullivan Narrator: Tim Gerard Reynolds Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 09-07-13 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 214 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Hadrian, a warrior with nothing to fight for, is paired with Royce, a thieving assassin with nothing to lose. Together they must steal a treasure that no one can reach. The Crown Tower is the grandest fortress ever built and home to the realm's most prized possessions. But it isn't gold or jewels that their employer is after; if he can keep them from killing each other, they might just get him his prize. Members Reviews: A slog and a half. OK, honestly I was bored most of the way through this one. I should start by saying I've not read Sullivan's first trilogy, only a short story of his (featuring Hadrian and Royce) in the Blackguards anthology. I liked it, thought I'd give his larger works a try. I have not read the original trilogy, The Riyria Revelations because I thought I'd start with the prequels. I will also say I 'read' this by way of audiobook. The Crown Tower follows 2 story threads. One of Hadrian Blackwater as he struggles to find a place in the world after becoming tired of the soldiering way of life. And one of Gwen as she struggles against an abusive pimp. The story starts off slow. VERY slow. And to be honest, I don't feel it ever really picks up. It's not just a lack of action, it's a lack of anything seemingly important going on at all. The first half of the book feels like Hadrian on a side-quest, and Gwen crossing the street (both literally and metaphorically). By the second half of the book Hadrian has met his long time life partner, Royce, and the two are thrust together in the hope that they will one day learn to work with each other and teach each other. The problem is, while I can see that one day they will be a fun buddy-cop pair, they just annoyed the hell out of me. Both of them whine and moan... and then moan and whine. And they keep moaning about the same things over and over again. The plot struggles to move forwards. And when they finally do decide to trust each other, it seems rushed (at least on Royce's part). A lifetime of well-earned mistrust and skepticism and suspicion seems undone by one selfless act on Hadrian's part. Gwen's entire story (while interesting) only actually intersects with Hadrian and Royce's on the penultimate chapter. It feels like two separate stories, not one. And there are too many threads left completely unfinished. We have a chapter from Gwen's nemesis' point of view at one point and then he's foiled once by her (fairly easily) and we never hear from him again. That particular plot line felt a lot like filler. The problem is, I wanted to like the book. I loved the short story (Professional Integrity) in Blackguards and wanted to read more of Hadrian and Royce. Perhaps I should have started with Revelations because it feels like this book is written for fans of that series rather than potential new readers. If I already knew the characters well and loved them I'd probably be giggling with joy over every sarcastic interaction... but I don't. Maybe I'll give Revelations a try after the sour taste has faded. Overall I give this one 2 stars because it's well-written and Gwen's story is very interesting. Love the writing and the series It still surprises you even when you've read all their other books.

Trainspotting Audiobook by Irvine Welsh

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Irvine Welsh) — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 11:31:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Trainspotting Author: Irvine Welsh Narrator: Tam Dean Burn Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-12 Publisher: Random House Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 251 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Choose us. Choose life. Choose mortgage payments; choose washing machines; choose cars; choose sitting oan a couch watching mind-numbing and spirit-crushing game shows, stuffing f****n junk food intae yir mooth. Choose rotting away, pishing and shiteing yersel in a home, a total f***n embarrassment tae the selfish, f****d-up brats ye've produced. Choose life. Members Reviews: Trainspotting I struggled with the written version of this 20 years ago and gave up at some point in the early chapters. The phonetic spellings were too distracting and I couldn't get into it. With the new movie coming out, I tried again, and once again it didn't work for me. But as spoken Scots accents are so musical to me, when the lightbulb went off in my head to look for the audiobook, well, it was a no-brainer. The reader/narrator did a wonderful job bringing the book to life. The book itself is so much more than the movie (not to take anything away from the movie, though), with emotional kicks to the gut when least expected, and the connection with the characters is on another level entirely. For anyone who had a hard time reading the book, I strongly recommend trying the audiobook version. Very much worth it. Powerful, Profane and Profound This is a marvelous novel and a wonderful audiobook. Tam Dean Burn manages to capture Welsh's multifaceted characters nicely, and easily navigates some tricky dialects. As the book is written in dialect, it can be a challenging read. I first read the novel, which includes a glossary of terms, and was very helpful. Before long, I had absorbed the language. I might suggest at least looking at a copy of the book first to get a better idea of Welsh's use of language. For those readers who make the effort, however, Trainspotting is well worth it. Less of a novel and more of a series of interrelated stories which combine to make a very satisfying whole. Fantastic listen. I'm a sucker for Scots. I could listen to it all day. The story is great and I now feel a need to revisit the movie. Where was this 20 years ago Ever since the movie came out, I've tried off and on to read Trainspotting and have never had any success. THIS is the way to experience it. Narrator Tam Dean Burn is extremely talented. Probably of equal importance, he grew up in the same area that author Irvine Welsh did so the thick dialect is pitch perfect and is exactly as intended by the author. I could finally understand the book for the first time and I love it. Must have for every library This is an iconic book beautifully read for audible with the perfect accent to make it authentic!

Bo's Cafe Audiobook by John Lynch, Bill Thrall, Bruce McNicol

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Lynch) — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:32:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bo's Cafe Author: John Lynch, Bill Thrall, Bruce McNicol Narrator: Roger Mueller Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 09-25-09 Publisher: Oasis Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 152 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: High-powered executive Steven Kerner has no idea his tightly wound American dream is about to come crashing down. His high-profile, high-octane life has always provided everything he's wanted. Or so he thought. When his unresolved anger threatens his marriage, and his attempts to fix it only drive the one he loves farther away, he is pushed to the brink. An invitation from mystery man Andy Monroe may be the greatest hope Steven's ever been handed. ©2009 Bill Thrall (P)2009 Oasis Members Reviews: The most amazing book I have ever listened too! This book is a must "read" for everyone. Man, woman, married or single there's something here for everyone. The insight the authors show is uncanny. My marriage, and personal and business relationships will benefit from the time I spent with this book. The narrator is amazingly talented. He does an amazing job giving the characters lifelike personalities. A must read for every man Great narrator who keeps your interest. The story hits home with many twists and turns as Stephen begins to discover his true identity as a man, husband and father. Great auditory experience Where does Bo's Cafe rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? Bo's Cafe is top of the list of my favorite audio books. What was one of the most memorable moments of Bo's Cafe? The narrator does a good job of blending in emotions and varied voice impressions to give the listener an unforgettable experience. It felt like sitting in a movie theatre and watching the story play out on the big screen Have you listened to any of Roger Muellers other performances before? How does this one compare? This is the first of Roger's performances for me but I will definitely find others If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? True belonging - scary but rewarding! What's the point? When I read it book I expect it to entertain, relax or help me learn. Bos café accomplished none of these. Its about a guy named Stephen that has issues, more issues than the book or Andy (the Mr.Miagi/Obi Wan) even acknowledges or addresses. I found reading this book to be very stressful,listening to a married couple argue about their marriage is something I can neither relate to or care to spend time digesting. I expected this book to be a Christian title but never heard any verses that normally a human would grab ahold of for comfort or shelter. Instead we were feed quips that were intended to be insightful or wise but come across as silly and flaccid. This book is a great example of what semi-pelagianism looks like in Christian literature today. Enlightening! Finished in two days! It's was easy to apply alot of the book to my own situations. My haha moment was the talk about trusting people! Thank you!

Nantucket Nights Audiobook by Elin Hilderbrand

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Elin Hilderbrand) — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 07:54:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nantucket Nights Subtitle: A Novel Author: Elin Hilderbrand Narrator: Christina Delaine Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 11-06-12 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 195 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The ties between women can run as deep as the ocean - but so can the secrets. For 20 years, Kayla, Antoinette, and Val have performed their own special summer ritual. Once a year, the old friends put aside their daily, separate lives to drink champagne, swap stories, and swim naked under the Nantucket stars. But on one of those bonding nights, one of their trio swims out from the shore and doesn't return. After the surviving friends emerge from their grief, they realize that the repercussions of their loss go far beyond their little circle, and they begin to uncover layers of secrets - and their connections to each other - that were never revealed on the beach. What has made their friendship strong now has the power to destroy - their marriages, families, even themselves. Members Reviews: No Stars I would definitely not recommend this book. I am definitely a fan of Elin Hilderbrand, but this is not a good read. Disappointed. No Stars. Not worth your time, a bad train wreck This book is trash. Characters are unlikeable and unbelievable. So many plot holes. Also very powerful pro-life message that as a young woman, made me upset. WHAT?!! I loved the book & performance but the ending was BS!! Kayla let everything go for Antionette who wasn't even that close of a friend! BS!! Slow I could not get into this book and I've loved her others I've read. Nothing to do with the first book. Ending a huge disappointment The story was interesting but the ending was enormously disappointing. It had more holes than a slice of Swiss cheese. Ruined the book.

The Furies Audiobook by John Jakes

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Jakes) — Tue, 05 Nov 2013 04:00:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Furies Subtitle: The Kent Family Chronicles, 4 Author: John Jakes Narrator: Marc Vietor Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 11-05-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 293 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The Kents' saga expands as its first heroine takes center stage in the relentless struggle to build the family dynasty opening twenty-two years after the events of The Seekers, John Jakes's fourth Kent Family novel spans the blood-soaked era of America's relentless expansion into the West. Amanda Kent, daughter of Gilbert Kent and Harriet Lebow, is one of the few women to escape the massacre at the Battle of the Alamo. Uncommonly brazen and focused, Amanda seeks to make a new life for herself by restoring the Kent family name. Her efforts to build a dynasty take her to northern California, just in time for the Gold Rush. Her passion and determination during these frenzied years make The Furies an exhilarating listen. Members Reviews: Good for history buffs! I like the series in general, and this primary character in particular. This is a great author for history buffs. Amanda Kent What did you love best about The Furies? BOOK: (Amazon Summary) The Kents saga expands as its first heroine takes center stage in the relentless struggle to build the family dynasty Opening twenty-two years after the events of The Seekers, John Jakess fourth Kent Family novel spans the blood-soaked era of Americas relentless expansion into the West. Amanda Kent, daughter of Gilbert Kent and Harriet Lebow, is one of the few women to escape the massacre at the Battle of the Alamo. Uncommonly brazen and focused, Amanda seeks to make a new life for herself by restoring the Kent family name. Her efforts to build a dynasty take her to northern California, just in time for the Gold Rush. NARRATION: Marc Vietor narrates the entire series which is a plus. I like the consistency of hearing the same voice throughout the story line. The voices are well done, female and male are easily distinguishable. The Furies Any additional comments? These comments address The Kent Family Chronicles, the entire series of eight books, in audiobook format. All books are narrated by Marc Vietor. The entire series is approximately 125 hours of listening. Shortest book is 15.5 hours, longest over 26 hours. Vietor does a good job with narration, although the uniqueness of male voices is problematic. Most significant, youll have little difficulty determining who-says-what-to-who. Tempo and pacing fine, albeit the narration is a bit slow for my taste, bumped it to 1.25. The entire series is a broad spectrum history of the United States from just pre-Revolutionary War through the 1890s and a chronicle of the Kent family through this time. Beginning with Phillip through the generations to the children of Gideon, a great-great-grandson. Members of the clan fight in the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, the Civil War, are at the Alamo, the California Gold Rush, the Great Chicago Fire, the Johnstown Flood, and much more. The author skillfully intersperses vignettes of imagined and factual history. For example, two of the fictional characters of the series are sheltered for a few days at the home of the Lincolns in rural Kentucky - a baby is part of the family, young Abraham. One of the fictional characters is counseled by Benjamin Franklin. Fiction, Phillips childhood friend is Marquis deLafayette, non-fiction: deLafayettes role in United States and French military. The series is rife with this type of paradigm, but it is not difficult to determine what is true and what is fiction.

Summer in Sonoma Audiobook by Robyn Carr

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robyn Carr) — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 00:04:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Summer in Sonoma Author: Robyn Carr Narrator: Kate Turnbull Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 03-04-11 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 559 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A RITA Award winner, New York Times best-selling author Robyn Carr has garnered popular acclaim for her contemporary romances. Set in beautiful Northern California, A Summer in Sonoma follows the trials of four women whove been friends since seventh grade. As they teeter on the brink of 30, they learn that life can change in an instantand having old friends to lean on may never be more important. Members Reviews: Not Virgin River But Ok I agree with the other reviewer, this doesn't hold a candle to the Virgin River Series but still a good listen. I don't care for the reader at all. It makes the story very confusing because she uses the same voice for all of the characters and you never know who is talking!! Cute story overall. Good story I liked this book but didn't love it like the Virgin River series. There were just too many characters, too many stories and sometimes it got confusing who was who. The narrator did a great job since she had to have so many voices for all the numerous characters. Maybe it was just me but in the beginning I had a hard time keeping up it gets better about 3/4 way through. Still worth a credit. summer in sonoma I was impressed by the credentials of the author and the opening 5 minutes of the book. However after 49 minutes of listening to what can only be described as boring to puerile, I could take no more. This is a HUGE favorite stand-alone title I have read lots of Robyn Carr books, and if you are a fan you will love, love, love this book. It's a stand-alone title, so you don't need to know other books to enjoy this one, so it would be a great first, introductory book to Robyn Carr's style if you don't already know her work. It features four women who have been friends for a long time and are the same age, but they've reached that point in adulthood where each is dealing with different issues. Financial pressures, still being single, getting the 7 year itch in a marriage, etc. Anyone can find one or more characters in this book to relate to. I found each of the couples to be very interesting, and especially enjoyed the single pair who met right at the beginning of the book. I'm not going to get into spoiler territory, but I was glad that each of the story lines was resolved to some extent by the end of the book. There are certainly unanswered questions, but that's what life is all about. I read the book twice prior to purchasing this audio version and I do think that aided in my ability to follow the narration. There is not a significant amount of variation between character voices, which is occasionally confusing to the listener. She is adequate, but I was somewhat disappointed with the quality overall since I was already a big fan of the book. It's still a great listen. Enjoy! Robyn does it again! Another GREAT listen by Robyn Carr. Have listened to all the Virgin River books and this one is right up there. Good characters, great visuals in Sonoma and you can just feel the wind in your hair while riding the Harley! First book for reader Kate Turnbull, and has the sweet voice almost, (almost) of Therese Plummer. We need more by Ms. Carr and Ms. Turnbull.

Toby Audiobook by David Johnson

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Johnson) — Fri, 29 Jul 2016 10:42:36 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Toby Subtitle: A Novel Author: David Johnson Narrator: Angela Dawe Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 07-29-16 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 103 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Symphony Nelson has weathered more than her share of hardships - in part thanks to the faithfulness and affection of her adopted puppy, Toby. Her formerly chaotic life seems to be settling down, until a peaceful walk in the woods leads Symphony and Toby to the reclusive cabin of Caleb Showalter, who knows more about her past than he's telling. When an old friend resurfaces and expresses his affection, Symphony warily longs for love, and it is Toby that nudges her toward pursuing a reconnection. But when violence strikes at the hands of her possessive boyfriend, Symphony's trust is shattered once again. Just when Symphony's faith in humanity seems lost, Toby is injured in the woods, and she has no choice but to reach out to Caleb for help. Together, they face their fears and loss trust head-on. If they can save Toby, they might be able to let go of the past and to believe in the goodness of others - and themselves - once again. Members Reviews: Thoroughly enjoyable! This book has all the elements that I enjoy in a story: romance, moral dilemma, happiness, intrigue, mystery and dogs! The story moved at a good pace; I never got bored, and always looked forward to the next chapter. I will definitely want to read other books from David Johnson! A great story I really enjoyed listening to this book. Toby represents a best friend to so many of us I'm sure. The story teller did an outstanding job and I will look for more from this author in the future. Thanks Audible! Love! This was such a good book! It had heart and real life situations. I felt like I could relate. I simply loved it! predictable it was a cute story. would be a good teen girl read. I'm glad it was cheap. Easy listen, likeable characters I was so worried about the dog, as usual, but never fear! I enjoyed living through the eyes of the main character and her world changing before her eyes.

The Sunday Philosophy Club Audiobook by Alexander McCall Smith

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alexander McCall Smith) — Wed, 06 Oct 2004 03:48:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Sunday Philosophy Club Subtitle: An Isabel Dalhousie Mystery Author: Alexander McCall Smith Narrator: Davina Porter Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 10-06-04 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 630 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Isabel Dalhousie is a philosopher by training, and an amateur sleuth by choice. When a young man falls from a balcony to his death, Isabel's curiosity is aroused. She does not believe the fall was an accident, and she is determined to root out the truth. With a little help from some friends (her housekeeper, her niece, and her niece's rather attractive ex-boyfriend), Isabel plunges into the shady business community of Edinburgh to find some answers. With its distinctive characters and captivating suspense, The Sunday Philosophy Club further cements McCall Smith's status as one of today's most imaginative and enjoyable authors. Critic Reviews: "A world of kindness, gentility and creature comforts...the literary equivalent of herbal tea and a cozy fire." (The New York Times) "Utterly enchanting....It is impossible to come away from an Alexander McCall Smith 'mystery' novel without a smile on the lips and warm fuzzies in the heart." (Chicago Sun-Times) Members Reviews: Not Number One Ladies Detective Agency! This is a well-narrated, gentle tale told in very good prose but, if the SETTING of Number One Ladies Detective Agency is important to you as it is to me, you may not enjoy "The Sunday Philosophy Club" as much. The humourous obsevations on human nature are similar, however. I thought I would like a tale of a Scottish academic/sleuth more since I love British literary "campus comedies," but I did not. If you are tempted to try this series, though, then the audio format might be more pleasing than print due to the pleasant narration that suited the text very well. As another reviewer said, this listen left a smile on my face, but for me, I'm not sure it was worth the time and download. Wee bit of puzzlement I have been thoughly enjoying Alexander McCall Smith's No. 1 Ladies series; when suddenly I ran out of books. Decided to try The first in the Philosophy Club series. Again in the style of what I have seen of this author, far more a drama than a real mystery. More a wee bit of puzzlement than an edge of your seat who done it. However that said, I have found all Smiths' titles so far to have fabulous character development and a comfortably easy listening flow that keeps me wanting more. I very much enjoyed the narrator of this title - and if readers choose this audio for no other reason than that; I highly recomend this audio version over the hard copy! The Sunday Philosophy Club (Unabridged) It was a delightful book and beautifully narrated. Isabel Dalhousie is a charming character and great observer of her environment; a younger Ms. Marple (Agatha Christie). As the editor of Applied Ethics, her character is always striving for the bigger questions than what appear to be at hand. The plot was carried down many avenues that all came together at the end. Charming I have recently finished the #1 Ladies Detective Agency series and I was looking forward to starting this series. Isabel Dalhausie is as charming and engaging a character as Mma. Ramotswe in the #1 Ladies Detective Agency books. This narrator has done such a good job creating specific and distinct characters with her voice. I love her accent and she adds so much to the story. What does he do now? I read The Number One Ladies Detective Agency and I was hooked. I read the next and the next and the next.

First Sight Audiobook by Danielle Steel

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Danielle Steel) — Tue, 16 Jul 2013 12:38:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: First Sight Subtitle: A Novel Author: Danielle Steel Narrator: Arthur Morey Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 07-16-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 247 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Paris, L.A., and the world of ready to wear fashion provide rich backdrops for Danielle Steels deeply involving story of a gifted designer whose talent and drive have brought her everything - except the ability to erase her past and trust relationships. New York. London. Milan. Paris. Fashion Week in all four cities. A month of endless interviews, parties, and unflagging work and attention to detail at the semiannual ready to wear fashion shows - the famous prêt-à-porter. At the center of the storm and avalanche of work is American Timmie ONeill, whose renowned line, Timmie O, is the embodiment of casual chic, in fashion and for the home. She has created a business that inspires, fills, and consumes her life. With an unerring instinct for what the next trend will be, an innate genius for business, tireless labor, and sheer fearlessness, starting from nothing, over two decades Timmie has built an international empire that has brought her enormous satisfaction and success. In a world where humility and compassion are all too rare, her humor, kindness, integrity, and creativity are inspirational. Yet as blessed as she feels by her success, Timmie harbors the private wounds of a devastating childhood and past tragedy. She is too smart, too experienced, and too hurt to want much in her personal life beyond a succession of convenient, very limited relationships. Always willing to take risks in business, she never risks her heart. But despite her well-ordered and highly controlled world, it turns out that Timmie ONeill is not immune to magic when it strikes. And it strikes in Paris during Paris Fashion Week, when an intriguing Frenchman comes into her life when she gets sick. Members Reviews: Maybe one novel too many.... Would you ever listen to anything by Danielle Steel again? I have been reading and listening to Danielle Steel for most of my adult life and have absolutely loved most of her early books. I am so disappointed in this predictable and repetitve story though. From almost the outset it was clear what the outcome would be. What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike? The narrators voice was nothing special and I am suprised that Audible feels that Danielle Steel's novels should be read by males all the time. Any additional comments? Danielle Steel is now just writing to turn out books not so much as to entertain her audience. If you want to read/hear the real Danielle Steel listen to her early books and really enjoy what this author is capable of.. So disappointing I have continued to buy almost every Danielle Steel book on audible. I loved The Sins of the Mother one of my favourites however it is very hit and miss now if they are good or a waste of time. To me this book was that. I cannot get past the first two chapters. There is just nothing to keep my interest the story is boring. The narrater is possibly the worst choice for any book. He sounds as if he is almost asleep his monotone voice with no expression is just not suitable. I cannot understand along with many others comments on Danielle Steel reviews why Audible choose men for her books. The occasional male voice has worked for me but I find a female voice suits this type of book so much more. I think I am done on her books after this one and the last one which I did not buy just listening to the preview was bad enough. Danielle Steel books used to be a given you would enjoy them now it is just hit and miss.

Black Swan Green Audiobook by David Mitchell

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Mitchell) — Fri, 07 Apr 2006 19:06:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/357/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Black Swan Green Author: David Mitchell Narrator: Kirby Heyborne Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 04-07-06 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 572 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Black Swan Green tracks a single year in what is, for 13-year-old Jason Taylor, the sleepiest village in muddiest Worcestershire in dying Cold War England, 1982. But the 13 chapters, each a short story in its own right, create an exquisitely observed world that is anything but sleepy. A world of Kissinger-esque realpolitik enacted in boys' games on a frozen lake; of "nightcreeping" through the summer backyards of strangers; of the tabloid-fueled thrills of the Falklands War and its human toll; of the cruel, luscious Dawn Madden and her power-hungry boyfriend, Ross Wilcox; of a certain Madame Eva van Outryve de Crommelynck, an elderly bohemian emigre who is both more and less than she appears; of Jason's search to replace his dead grandfather's irreplaceable smashed watch before the crime is discovered; of first cigarettes, first kisses, first Duran Duran LPs, and first deaths; of Margaret Thatcher's recession; of Gypsies camping in the woods and the hysteria they inspire; and, even closer to home, of a slow-motion divorce in four seasons. Pointed, funny, profound, left-field, elegiac, and painted with the stuff of life, Black Swan Green is David Mitchell's subtlest and most effective achievement to date. Critic Reviews: "Great Britain's Catcher in the Rye, and another triumph for one of the present age's most interesting and accomplished novelists." (Kirkus Reviews) "Gorgeous....Captures the sheer pleasure of being a boy and brings to mind adventures shared by Huck and Tom." (Publishers Weekly) "He reproduces Jason's inner life with such astonishing verisimilitude that readers will find themselves haunted by him long after turning the last page." (Booklist) Members Reviews: Great intro to Mitchell's world: Black Swan Green Any additional comments? Five stars to David Mitchell's unrelentingly real portrayal of one boy's 13th year. Jason Taylor is disturbed, eloquent, sweet, bawdy (in a 13 year old kind of way), unintuitive and unable to be anyone but himself. That last part is the trouble: no one accepts a 13-year-old who is true to himself, so he gets beat up on a regular basis. He has a rough time of it--an unrelenting stammer, a highly developed intellect which does not usually work in his favor, and a vicious internal life--he names his alter egos the Unborn Twin, Hangman and Maggot. But his talent for language (I know, ironic) and the picaresque episodes with unexpected allies put him in the driver's seat for the bildungsroman which is 8th grade. He emerges victorious, to take the challenges of 9th grade on--whether he wants to or not. Captivating I absolutly loved this book and this author. I also have recently listen to Cloud Atlas. I love the voice of the character,13 year old Jason Taylor. He is a middle tier cool kid. This book is a funny, sensative and often heartbreaking look at how difficult it is to be a 13 year old boy and navigate your place in the food chain of boys in school, the mysterious draw of girls, world politics and family problems. The narrator is brillant. I couldn't stop listening because of his magical voice. He effortlessly breaths life into all of the characters in the book.