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Jenna and Jonah's Fauxmance Audiobook by Emily Franklin, Brendan Halpin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Emily Franklin) — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 23:34:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jenna and Jonah's Fauxmance Author: Emily Franklin, Brendan Halpin Narrator: Jessica Almasy, Andy Paris Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 09-30-11 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Teen TV celebrities Jenna and Jonah can't stand to be in the same room as each other. But to boost the TV ratings their agents make them a 'real life' couple. When the truth is uncovered by the paparazzi, Jenna and Jonah must disappear. Its only when they're far from Hollywood that they realise there's more to each other than a winning smile. Members Reviews: I wanted to love this book and since I wanted to love this book and since, usually, it doesn't take much for a book to make me happy, I really thought I would. But I really, really didn't. I had to finish this book in one sitting because I feared that if I put it down I would never go back to it. There was very little about this book that didn't annoy the hell out of me. The transitions between each point of view sucked because they were completely nonexistent. I felt like I was losing a huge part of the story between each chapter and it drive me crazy. This story did not flow well at all. Both Charlie and Aaron were obnoxious. Even the very little character development they went through did nothing for me. And I found myself close to throwing my kindle against a wall with all of their interactions that went from genuine to "acting". I hated the blurred line between them and their characters. And by the last chapter I was so confused because I had begun to skim just to get through it, and when I figured out what was happening I was like, really? This is what I'm left with? It could have been better if Aaron really was gay or tsai had both died in a fiery bus crash. OH, and I absolutely despised all the innuendos and any and all sexual references throughout the story. I'm usually all for some ust and good old lusty-lust, but this book failed at it. Every placement seemed wrong, inappropriate, failed, and totally cringe-worthy. Totally did nothing for me but irk my nerves even more. Complete disappointment. One of my Favorites! Jenna & Jonah's Fauxmance is probably THE best book I've read... Okay maybe I'm exaggerating a little since there are so many amazing books out there, but this one is definitely on my Top 20's list. As the title already hints at what this is, it's a Fauxmance, otherwise known as a fake romance, except this one is between two celebrities that can not stand each other... For now. Jenna, A.K.A Charlie, is pretty much focused on her acting career and couldn't care less about the Fauxmance with Jonah, A.K.A Aaron and he doesn't really care anymore, he wants it all to stop so he can live a "Normal life" no matter what it takes. Thanks to a mistake one his side, Charlie and him are forced into hiding and have to live with each other for a while. During their time alone together, they get closer and learn that maybe the other one isn't as horrible as they thought, when it seems like something starts to happen between them, they've been discovered, and the next thing they know, they're being moved to be in a play with a lot of people who don't like them stealing the lime light.

Kissing the Bee Audiobook by Kathe Koja

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kathe Koja) — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 15:17:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Kissing the Bee Author: Kathe Koja Narrator: Chelsea Mixon Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 08-03-09 Publisher: Full Cast Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: No one doubts that Avra is the queen of this tiny hive. But queens can be demanding, and when royalty oversteps its bounds, a revolution may occur. For when the lines of love and loyalty cross, they make a point as sharp as a sting. Critic Reviews: "Her understated, tightly focused language evokes vivid scenes and heady emotions...each line of dialogue, each interaction illuminating struggles that readers face as well." (Publisher's Weekly) "A short but rich psychological exploration of the intense complexities of frienship and love in a teen world." (School Library Journal) Members Reviews: Somewhat-hidden treasure! This is a surprisingly sweet, touching story that packs a lot of thoughtfulness and heart into it's short length. Although it features teens and is YA, it delivers a decidedly mature, artistic feeling. The writing style and "mood" are along the lines of Gayle Forman ("If I Stay", "Where She Went"). I found it an engrossing, satisfying story about a girl caught in the middle between her obtuse (oblivious) best friend and that friend's thoughtful, appealing boyfriend who is definitely not oblivious to the heart and charm that this unsung best friend possesses. The effort of the full-cast audio production for this short story really bring the characters to life and make it worth the listen!

Paisley Hanover Acts Out Audiobook by Cameron Tuttle

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Cameron Tuttle) — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 20:54:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Paisley Hanover Acts Out Author: Cameron Tuttle Narrator: Suzy Myers Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 03-30-09 Publisher: Penguin Group USA and Audible Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: This is the story of how Paisley Hanover gets wise, gets bold, and gets into a hilarious mess of trouble. It's the start of a series that embraces the "Un" in UnUsual. Critic Reviews: "Spunky and fun...Paisley is a feisty and compelling heroine to whom female readers will respond. (Kirkus Reviews) Members Reviews: Paisley Hanover Acts Out What can I say. The author and I went to the same high school. The book is a flash back to those days. She even has diagrams of the school layout. Funny but Paisley isn't that funny Paisley Hanover has a plan, had a plan, a seven point plan to be exact. That went out the window as she spastic jazzed her way out of Yearbook (don't ask). Now she's stuck with the popularity-impaired drama freaks. On top of that her best friend is no longer on speaking terms with her after something weird happened at a summer party. Now Paisley has to figure out how to get her life back on track. She has a play performance (with a boy she's got a below-the-belt crush on); she's running for student council, trying to get her best-y back and oh yeah, a following of misUNderstood kids. All while trying to live a perfectly normal high school life full of crushes (above and below the belt), friends and popularity. Paisley Hanover is not very smart. She's of moderate intelligence which makes her more believable as a misfit stuck in a rah-rah's body. This was a fun read, reminiscent of the Georgia Nicolson series (except not British and no one is funnier than Georgia. NO ONE!). I found the characters were pretty believable. There were nasty ones and dorky ones, smart ones and jock ones. Some times it seemed a little exaggerated for comic effect, but it is high school so you know...I'm not sure what else to say really. Paisley wasn't a heroine really, sometimes I found her very nave and full of herself but *shrug* it happens. I definitely want to read the next book in this series because this one ended on a "oh, come on!" kind of note. This was fun and great for sitting outside on a hot day and giggling to. First Line: "I took a deep breath outside the door to Yearbook class and then sauntered--yes, I actually sauntered--into the room, doing my best imitation of calm, confident me. Favorite Line: "Bentley Jones, Dwight Cashel, and Eric Sobel had turned the corner and were headed in my direction, talking and laughing like the world were made of lollipops and midgets." A Really Cute Book! To be honest, I wasn't excepting much from this. I can't exactly key point why, but I think it had something to do with the cover and summary. They just weren't eye catching enough. Though, as soon as I started it, I feel in love with Paisley's story. Since, it was extremely funny and seemed shockingly real! The plot and writing in Paisley Hanover Acts Out was cute and interesting. I loved that Carmen not only had a novel within this, but a "notebook" filled with Paisley's drawings and thoughts. It was a great idea! Also, the plot was original which made me keep flipping the pages wondering what was going to happen next. Plus, near the end Carmen keep throwing in surprises that had my prediction of what was going to happen go completely off track. Although, I had a couple of problems with the book. For one, Paisley Hanover Acts Out had some of the weirdest transitions ever.

Getting the Boot Audiobook by Peggy Guthart Strauss

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Peggy Guthart Strauss) — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 18:16:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Getting the Boot Subtitle: Students Across the Seven Seas Author: Peggy Guthart Strauss Narrator: Jennifer Van Dyck Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 02-14-08 Publisher: Penguin Group USA and Audible Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Studying abroad isn't at all like Kelly thought it would be. Instead of shopping for fine Italian leather and living in an apartment with a view of the Colosseum, she is stuck in a stuffy dorm room with three other girls, and is sharing one shower with the entire floor! This is not the bella Roma that she'd dreamed of. But there is one part of Italy that Kelly doesn't mind - Joe, a really cute guy who's in the study abroad program too. Joe's into staying up late and partying hard, two things that Kelly used to love doing. Bad habits are hard to break, and she soon finds herself on thin ice with the program coordinators. If Kelly's not careful, she might just get the boot. ©2005 Peggy Guthart Strauss; (P)2008 Penguin Members Reviews: La Dolce Vita isn't all it's cracked up to be... Fashion-conscious Kelly expects her study abroad in Rome to turn her into a designer superstar, but fate has other plans in store. When Kelly and her friend Sheela land in Rome, they find out that a) they're NOT staying in some grand villa, b) the rooms are super-tiny, c) they're on the fifth floor (and NO elevator) and d) the air conditioning doesn't work. Kelly can't seem to make friends with her suitemates Marina ("Goth Girl"), vegan Lisa, or timid Minnie, so she takes up dating the fast and dangerous Joe, a blond surfer type who always seems to find trouble wherever he goes. This leads to very serious consequences for all involved; Joe's stunts result in expulsion for at least one student. In fact, out of the several S.A.S.S. books I've read, this is the first one that features noticeable drug use. Kelly has real artistic talent, but she can't seem to get her personal life together once in Rome. She's constantly late to classes after breaking curfew every night with Joe, misses assignments, and is refused entrance to the Vatican because of her skimpy clothing. But after a pivotal event mid-book, she cleans up her act (although it appears that she never learns Italian) and tries to make the most out of the time that she has left. Peggy Guthart Strauss includes lots of great details about daily life in Italy, particularly in her descriptions of artwork, and maybe more importantly, Italian food! Kelly gets to visit various regions of Italy, including stops in Tuscany, Naples, and Pompeii. During the course of the summer, she learns that appearance isn't everything; she loosens up and learns to enjoy the company of her new classmates, even if they're not the sort of people that she would hang out with back home in Chicago. She also stands up to the bullying Joe after he makes fun of her new friends. This was a quick, entertaining read that really brought modern Italy to life. Another good S.A.S.S. title Getting the Boot, by Peggy Guthart Strauss, was the second book I've read in the S.A.S.S. YA series. The first, Westminster Abby, was very enjoyable, as was this one. I really did think these books would be very "fluffy," but I've been pleasantly surprised thus far. 17 year old Kelly is super excited when she arrives in Rome for her summer abroad. Her excitement is quickly squelched when she gets put in a room with incredibly boring girls that just cramp her style. Kelly wants to shop, these girls want to study.

Neptune's Children Audiobook by Bonnie Dobkin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bonnie Dobkin) — Sat, 25 Oct 2008 20:58:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Neptune's Children Author: Bonnie Dobkin Narrator: Carine Montbertrand Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 10-25-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: With a Book Sense Pick to her credit, author Bonnie Dobkin offers a suspenseful adventure story for young adult readers. In Neptune's Children, the world is suddenly thrown into turmoil by a biological attack that leaves no adult alive. The children who were enjoying a day at the Isles of Wonder amusement park, however, are prepared to build a new life for themselves. ©2008 Bonnie Dobkin; (P)2008 Recorded Books,LLC Members Reviews: Interesting premise Sometimes I read juvenile fiction to see what's on the plate of the new generation. This is an interesting read not for the parallel to Lord of the Flies drawn by several other reviewers but as a cautionary tale for teens to carry through into their adult lives. Always ask yourselves: Are my leaders making decisions for my benefit or for their own. Important lesson and well said in this little novel. The characters were presented in a very real context and the setting made it a fun read.....bg not the happiest place on earth anymore A biological terrorist attack unleashes a virus that wipes out all adults, leaving children to fend for themselves. Josh and Milo help bring order to thousands of young survivors at an amusement park. As the children settle peacefully into the realities of their new world, their chosen leaders become secretive and corrupt. I'd recommend this for younger readers, 6th or 7th grade. I found myself skimming through some pages as the action scenes tended to be too wordy. End of the World meets Heart of Darkness I really enjoyed this book, because it opens the reader to the world of the human psyche, and all the nobility, evil, self-service and altruism contained therein. Great Middle School Book I teach middle school and needed a book to complement one of our units. This is a great replacement for "Lord of the Flies" which my students struggle with. The ones who read this book enjoyed it very much. Neptune's Children This is one of the best books I have ever read it is full of excitement and adventure in a world without grow ups

Love in the Stars Audiobook by Victoria Oliveri

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Victoria Oliveri) — Tue, 03 Oct 2017 02:19:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Love in the Stars Subtitle: Lambourne Legacy, Book 2 Author: Victoria Oliveri Narrator: Hugh Bradley Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 10-03-17 Publisher: Victoria Oliveri Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Archer Humphrey Lambourne, third son to the Marquis of Daventry, had always longed to fill his life with culture and travel across the exotic world. His love of knowledge, prompted by a fond mentor, has him yearning for more at every turn until a chance meeting has him questioning his nomadic existence. Cassiopeia Grainger, the daughter of a university professor, finds herself trapped in a world where her brilliant mind and naturally-inherent knowledge has gone unnoticed. With nowhere to express her strong opinion, she finds herself trapped in the tide of a patriarchal society, stunted and silent until an old adversary returns to reignite a fire she had thought long banked. When a Fellowship dinner brings them to the same point under the stars, long held emotions of longing and betrayal stir the heavens until there is no place for them to hide from their obvious attraction. It will take an extraordinary event to align their hearts on this stellar path. Members Reviews: Well written romance with surprises. I first read "Earl of My Heart" by this author. It was a bit of a prequel to this story. This is a romance based on a kind of love at first sight, but with h and H back history as well. Social inequality, failure to compromise, boorheadedness on the part of the well educated H, and both intelligence and insecurity on the part of the h complicate the ability for love to bloom as it should. All goes right in the end, but I was annoyed by the attitudes of both of the main characters. Secondary characters who appeared in the first book of the series reappear in this story to provide support and love. Like the first romance, this is well written by a talented author. I hope she writes more, and soon! Loved it through and through. Can't wait to read the next in the series. Loved the strong women and the honest confusion of the men. It makes the story so much more believable and the characters more genuine and loveable. Well done!

Editing Emma Audiobook by Chloe Seager

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Chloe Seager) — Thu, 10 Aug 2017 01:00:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Editing Emma Subtitle: The Secret Blog of a Nearly Proper Person Author: Chloe Seager Narrator: Charlie Sanderson Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 08-10-17 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Move over, Georgia Nicolson. Say goodbye to Geek Girl. Meet Emma Nash. When 16-year-old Emma is ghosted by love of her life Leon Naylor, she does what any normal girl would do. She spends the entire summer lurking in her bedroom, avoiding all human contact (and the shower), surrounded by the collection of Chewits wrappers she saved from packs Leon gave her, back when he actually acknowledged her existence.... But seeing Leon suddenly 'in a relationship' on Facebook with the perfect Anna spurs Emma into action, and she embarks on a mission to make positive changes to her life (or 'edits', if you will), vowing to use the Internet for more than obsessively stalking Leon's activities! Instead she will use it for good and noble causes like finding someone who will actually be nice to her and recording her findings for the rest of the world to see (i.e., BFF Steph and her mum) on her new Editing Emma blog. But Emma soon discovers her habit is harder to break than she first thought - turns out she's not the only one editing herself online (thank you, Tinder, for finding her mum's profile - age 35, really?) and that life through an Instagram filter isn't always what it's cracked up to be. But it could be worse: she could have outed her best friend, accidentally chatted up a 12-year-old boy and revealed to the world why Leon Naylor is worth no girl's time or virginity.... Oh no, wait, that's exactly what happened.... Critic Reviews: "Editing Emma was over all too quickly for me as reading it felt like hanging out with one of my most entertaining fiends. Emma's inner-thoughts were a painfully funny romp through a bundle of boy disasters and friend dramas, and it was packed with hilariously accurate observations totally nailed in single sentences. Loved it." (Beth Garrod, author of Superawkward) "A joy to read - so smart and funny." (Perdita Cargill, coauthor of Waiting for Callback) "Many genuine laugh-out-loud moments." (Tom Ellen, coauthor of Lobsters) Members Reviews: Hilarious, Relatable and Fresh. Editing Emma is such a refreshing read. It is funny in all the right places, witty where it needs to be and honest. Before picking up the book I had heard whispers of comparison to Louise Rennisonâs series and it took only a couple of pages for me to see why. It is filled with hilarious anecdotes that are so relatable I couldnât help but cackle to myself. Emma has been ghosted by her âboyfriendâ Leon and after taking what she deems as adequate time for self-pity, she takes to stalking him and his new girlfriend on social media. Then Emma embarks on a new journey, one where she will edit her own life to pursue her own new romance with unexpectedly funny and touching results. In true teenage fashion, Emma discovers a lot about herself in this book as well as about those around her. Thereâs plenty to make you both laugh and cringe in this hilarious set of blog posts. It took only a few pages before I fell in love with Emmaâs voice. She has such a refreshing voice and Iâve not read one quite like hers in a YA novel for some time. Written as a series of private (or not so private!) blog posts, we truly get to grips with exactly who Emma is right from the beginning of the book.

Confessions of a Teenager Audiobook by Kiana Russell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kiana Russell) — Thu, 05 Jan 2017 01:39:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Confessions of a Teenager Author: Kiana Russell Narrator: Erica Lianne Inglett Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 01-05-17 Publisher: Kiana Russell Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Chloe Byrd is your average quirky high school senior: well-spoken, adventurous, and artistic. She attends Sansbury High with her two best friends, Zolie Mayfair and Gavin Delgado. Despite Chloe's shambolic life, she manages to meet Kaine Williams on a popular app called Tinder. Are they truly the "perfect" match? Graduation is less than two months away and Chloe, along with her friends, are at their breaking points. Bullying, sex, parties, and priorities are the four basic elements that can make you or break you in high school. Will they make it to graduation? Or will they crack under pressure? Members Reviews: A must read! Awesome book! Touched a lot of controversial topics. A must read. The author really identifies with today's youth and relevant is sure. I definitely recommend this book. Amazing! This book was amazing.. I've laughed and cried! I hope it's a part two coming when they all grow up!! I want to know if Chole them got married!!! Awesome Job!

On Thin Ice Audiobook by Dana Burkey

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dana Burkey) — Mon, 01 May 2017 09:09:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: On Thin Ice Author: Dana Burkey Narrator: Amy Hilburn Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-17 Publisher: Dana Chauvin Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Victoria Anderson is a nerd. Ask anyone, including herself, and they will tell you she loves reading more than just about anything else in the world. The only problem with that is the other students at Allendale High School. With practically all her classmates focused on sports, sports, and more sports, Victoria is happy to avoid the spotlight and hang out with fellow nerd and book lover Lilly. That is, until hockey star Blake Frasier comes to her for help. Between his inability to understand the play Macbeth, and his lack of enthusiasm for studying, Blake is in hot water as his English grade begins dropping lower than ever before. Knowing a failing grade will mean being kicked off the schools' hockey team, Blake needs help from Victoria and fast! But, as Victoria soon learns, the challenge of tutoring someone like Blake is going to be greater than she first thought. With the final exam looming overhead, it looks like it'll take a miracle to keep Blake from kissing his passing grade and spot on the hockey team goodbye.

Sworn Audiobook by Emma Knight

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Emma Knight) — Tue, 09 May 2017 09:35:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sworn Subtitle: The Vampire Legends, Book 1 Author: Emma Knight Narrator: Lorraine Ansell Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 05-09-17 Publisher: Emma Knight Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: When her dad is transferred, Rachel Wood is uprooted from her home in Pennsylvania and forced to enter a new high school, in 10th grade, in an affluent suburb in Westchester, New York. She finds herself in way over her head, as she struggles to come to grips with meeting new friends, finding a boyfriend, avoiding the cliques of mean girls, and figuring out how to survive in such a hostile new world. She has trouble navigating this new world, where drinking and drugs seem the norm, and where social pressures build on her from every direction. Everything seems to go wrong for Rachel, until salvation comes in the form of Rob, a football player who takes a liking to her. But just as there romance is about to blossom, she finds herself confused by his actions. As things reach a low point, Rachel meets a mysterious boy from her school, Benji, a loner who keeps apart from the other kids, and who takes her on a ride on his motorcycle. They have an unforgettable night together in an amusement park - until something goes horribly wrong, and Benji shocks her by saving her life. Rachel knows that Benji is different from everyone else, and she knows that he is the love of her life. And as their romance deepens, she has to decide if she is willing to give up everything to find out his secret... Book two in the series, Taken, and Book three in the series, Bitten, are now also available. Members Reviews: No. This is one of the worst books I have ever read. The amount of brand names mentioned made it read like an ad for some sort of high priced mall than a book and, at times, it felt like Knight was writing her description around the product brand. Rachel couldn't even just grab a granola bar, it had to be a Nature Valley granola bar. She can't just use eye shadow, it has to be Maybelline and I actually had to Google what a Filofax was. Turns out it isn't some sort of manila folder. It's a planner. Why couldn't she have just said it was a planner? Aside from that, Knight spent quite a bit of time talking about Rachel's family only to have them virtually disappear shortly after. Her parents were terribly concerned about her sophomore-aged well-being but also allow her senior-aged sister spend the weekend at a college with her boyfriend? That's absolutely bizarre. I may not be a parent, but I'm pretty sure that's a bizarre combination. For the first half of the book, Rachel had to ask her parents for everything, then all of a sudden she's staying after school getting stood up by a boy and going to the same friends' house her parents told her not to hang out with anymore to get ready for a dance. It was set up for there to be some sort of rivalry between Rachel and her sister, Sarah, but nothing ever came from that even after Sarah made the cheer squad and Rachel didn't. Mark was even more pointless than Sarah and disappeared before the book even really started. Rachel was low-key threatened by mean girl, Arielle, since the second day of school but, not only does Arielle never fulfill any of her threats, she disappears. Benji and Rob showed up at bizarre times and Rachel's insta-love with them was ridiculous. The only reason Rachel knew Rob's last name was because of the back of his jersey and she's already writing her first name with his last? Alright.

Jacmuir: Gestation Audiobook by Angeline M. Bishop

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Angeline M. Bishop) — Tue, 13 Dec 2016 18:04:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jacmuir: Gestation Subtitle: Jacmuir Prequel Series, Book 1 Author: Angeline M. Bishop Narrator: Laurie Catherine Winkel, Aaron Landon, Punch Audio Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 12-13-16 Publisher: Angeline M. Bishop Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Every story has a beginning, a gestation period where everything takes time to manifest. Before Natro, Resna, and Xavor ruled the kingdom of Jacmuir they were ordinary college students navigating their senior year at Jacmuir University. Xavor watched cautiously as Natro won over the Jacmuir University student body with the promise of a legendary Homecoming costume party aimed to win Resna's heart. Xavor reluctantly helps Natro with his party plans with the pretense of finding the perfect time to tell Resna he has feelings for her. He's not sure how Resna will react to his disclosure but he has to find out before Natro discovers their playful rivalry is actually a serious competition. At the costume party, Xavor is forced to confront a secret from his past that will change Resna's and Natro's perception of him and seal their bond as friends forever. Members Reviews: ...the plot was well written....it kept my interest! As a prequel to the Jacmuir series by Angeline M. Bishop, âJacmuir: Gestation,â takes place while three characters, Xavor, Natro, and Resna, are college students at Jacmuir University. Told in just 22 pages and through multiple first person perspectives, this novella follows these three students as they prepare for a night of relaxation and fun at the semester's biggest party, only for it to take an unforeseen turn that changes the students' lives and perception of each other forever. Opinion: Bishop utilizes a compelling use of first person narrative that flows smoothly while providing a visual reading experience through evocative descriptions that complement the dialogue rather than distract from it. While a fast read, âJacmuir: Gestationâ makes the most out of its 22 pages with thoughtfully constructed characters and lifelike conversations. Itâs a great read for those in between moments of free-time such as riding public transport, waiting for class, or taking a break at work. While it may be helpful to read the rest of the series, itâs not necessary to have read it before reading this prequel as it does a wonderful job of introducing its characters. Because of the way that the author uses relatable anecdotes and an accessible narrative style, this story feels real from start to finish. While taking a more serious turn without surrendering some moments of humor, Bishop adeptly brings an unexpected depth to this lightweight short story. With an ambiguous and somewhat abrupt ending, this prequel novella entices new readers by making them want to discover the rest of the characters' stories, while also providing an interesting background to the series for those who have already read it. Reviewed by a LitPick student book reviewer Age: 18 Another LitPick student book review: Set years before the events of Jacmuir: Trust Stained Lies, Xavor, Resna, and Natro are students at Jacmuir University. Natro wants to take his fellow studentsâ minds off of their difficult college studies, so he decides to throw a party. Xavor opposes this idea at first, but when he realizes that he might get to take Resna, the girl he has a crush on, he agrees to help. However, once theyâre at the party, Xavor is forced to come to terms with an event from his past, one he hoped he would never have to face again. Opinion: I have never read the Jacmuir series, so I was unsure of what to expect from this prequel.

Sex-O-S Audiobook by Gaia B. Amman

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gaia B. Amman) — Mon, 17 Oct 2016 00:29:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sex-O-S Subtitle: The Tragicomical Adventure of an Italian Surviving the First Time (The Italian Saga, Book 4) Author: Gaia B. Amman Narrator: Gaia B. Amman Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 10-17-16 Publisher: Kuki Publishing Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Colleen Hoover meets Jandy Nelson in this emotional coming of age story, culminating the celebrated Italian saga. Italy, the mid-90s. Fifteen-year-old bookish tomboy Leda is dating the bad boy of her dreams. Is it love? Is she ready for her first time? Leda discovers at her own expense that life is not a fairy tale and she finds her own way to make sense of darkness, love, and friendship.... Authentic, emotional, and gripping, this novel denounces the hypocrisy of a society that would rather see pregnant teens than having an honest conversation about sex. Breathtaking Italy with its fascinating culture adds to the charm of this addictive, empowering novel about a girl trying to make it on her own, no matter what. "Sex to me was mysterious and omnipresent, just like God. Several of my friends were no virgins, definitely including Nico. The biology and anatomy of the act had been unraveled for me in school with all the pain embarrassment could bring. The many books I surrounded myself with had answered any residual question but one: when was the right time? Was there a moment in your life when this cumbersome question mark turned into an exclamation?" Critic Reviews: "One of my favorite reads this year. I got lost within the pages. Addictive!" (Holly Flora, Country Girl Bookaholic) Members Reviews: The realistic sex initiation of a teenger girl... What did you love best about Sex-O-S? Well, I'd say everything. There's nothing in this story that I'd change. It's perfect in its imperfection becaused it's linked to reality and the real world is never perfect...this story is so realistic and relatable. So connected with the real world we live in. I've never read something that felt so true. What was one of the most memorable moments of Sex-O-S? There are many moments, but if I told something I would just spoil the story... What does Gaia B Amman bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Well, the author knows her characters the best way, so she's able to bring them to life... and her Italian accent adds color to the entire reading experience. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? A lot of moments, but again I don't want to spoil anything... Any additional comments? This is a story that I felt real from page one to the very end. It's bittersweet and crude at some point, and humorous and full of joy and hope in others. It's something that you need to read...it moved me in ways I couldn't even suspect. I feel so close to this story in ways I can't fully understand... Thank you, Gaia B. Amman.

Falling for Cindy Fellars Audiobook by Regina Puckett

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Regina Puckett) — Mon, 05 Sep 2016 20:48:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Falling for Cindy Fellars Author: Regina Puckett Narrator: Rose Clearwater Format: Unabridged Length: 44 mins Language: English Release date: 09-05-16 Publisher: Regina Dee Puckett Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Cindy Fellars is determined to keep her younger twin sisters out of the clutches of her evil stepmother, but it's going to take grit, determination and maybe even a little help from an unlikely knight in a business suit. Members Reviews: Busted: Falling For Cindy Fellars Busted: "Falling For Cindy Fellars" by Regina Puckett It took me one shot to read this short story, I made one status update and went right back to reading. I was going to clean a little then return to read again, but I had to know what Andrew wanted to know. What happened to her parents? Why is she being a mother to her twin sisters? You see, Cindy was walking through the university parking lot in the evening heading to her car when she sees a shoe, she usually wouldn't pick a shoe up, this one looked expensive, she picked it up then heard something. She wanted to ignore it, she couldn't, she saw two men beating a third man up, she ran toward them with mace in her hands, one man ran, the other she sprayed. The man went down, she called 911 and stayed with the man that was hurt until they came. The man she sprayed tried to get up and she kicked him back down. Cindy went to the hospital the next day with the twins to give the shoe back to its owner. When she saw Andrew and how nice looking he was she was more than happy she did what she did to help him. He still needed her help because he didn't have a way to leave the hospital, the crooks took his wallet, for some reason his friends were busy, he couldn't take a cab. Cindy invited him to lunch with her and the twins. He really wanted to pay her back for her generosity. Download this awesome short story to find out if Andrew gets to know Cindy and the twins. You'll love this story. No good deed goes unpunished in this amazing story! I really loved this short story, although I wish it was ten times longer. The reader meets Cindy when she has to save a man by being mugged using a taser. The man, Andrew ends up to be very important when Cindy finds trouble in her life and needs Andrew's help in fixing the issues. This is really a fun, short story and I think Regina Puckett did an amazing job in a limited space. the most important thing this book does is introduce the reader to an amazing author. A delightful little mystery On her way home from evening classes at college, Cindy Fellars finds a lone shoe on the sidewalk. Her curiosity aroused, she investigates further and discovers a man being mugged by two thugs. Without hesitation, she rushes to his rescue. Saving Andrew Fairfield, a lawyer, changes Cindyâs life forever. Falling for Cindy Fellars, is a short piece of fiction by Regina Puckett. I received a free review copy. Puckett covers a lot of ground in a very few words as she describes Cindyâs growing relationship with Andrew, and her fear of her evil stepmother, Margaret. While I thought the ending a bit too neat (I wonât spoil the story for you by describing it), it was still a delightful mystery. Delightful A short romantic novel filled with an evil stepmother, a loving father, and a loving older sister protecting her younger siblings.

Love at First Book Audiobook by Sarah Tregay

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sarah Tregay) — Mon, 22 Feb 2016 21:56:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Love at First Book Subtitle: A Short Story in Verse Author: Sarah Tregay Narrator: Sarah Tregay Format: Unabridged Length: 35 mins Language: English Release date: 02-22-16 Publisher: Sarah Tregay Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Love at First Book is a sweet, romantic YA short story in verse. From across the coffee shop Lorelei catches a stanza of heart-stopping description of a boy with a book in his back pocket. And that might have been her last line if he didn't leave it behind with a poem tucked between the pages. A poem about a candy-striper with bright hair and an angel's voice who reads to hospital patients like Lorelei does. Members Reviews: Cute and simply-sweet Very cute, very sweet story that is beautiful in its simplicity. I zipped through this in one evening. What a fun read. What a fun read... The only bad thing I can say is that it ends! Rumor has it, a full version is in the makings... Hoping for sooner than later. A great gift for teens... My 20-year old sister LOVED it. (Love and leftovers is her top choice- another book by this author) Innovative and Charming! "In Love At First Book" Sarah Tregay takes the reader on a poetic journey into the heart of Lorelai, a young girl who has lost her mother to cancer and whose broken-hearted father, a surgeon has submerged himself in work. Like all teens she grapples with "every step, every grade, everything" in her life until one day at the local coffee shop she's swept away by a poem she finds between the pages of a book. She immediately makes a connection between herself and the candy -stripper in the poem who reads to patients asleep after an operation, and is overjoyed to think that the boy who wrote it is thinking about her. In blank verse Sarah Tregay skilfully builds a love story as Lorelai is swept into a romance hoping she is the girl of the unnamed boy's dreams, only to face heartbreak then joy at her discovery. The stanzas are packed with emotional intensity as the young bookworm longs for her own love story to fill the void of her lonely, busy life and searches for the author of the poem only to discover that his heart might belong to another. As the short poetic story flows towards a satisying climax you have to smile at the warmth and humor that's conveyed in the exchange between father and daughter at the end. I liked the wonderful innovation and charm of "In Love At First Book" and recommend it highly. Enchanting! I was awarded this book through a giveaway on good reads. I just got it in the mail possibly 20-30 minutes ago and am gladly already writing the review. First, I love that it's a novella and the quirky prose writing style. Sometimes it takes a bit to get into one of this style, but not this one. Secondly, since I work in a library, I'm constantly looking coming up with students' names that I'm anxious to refer it to. Madi, if you see this, it's heading your way! This story is about a girl who volunteers at a hospital, sharing her love of books as she reads to patients. Considering her father is a heart surgeon and she lost her mother to cancer-she is often lonely. It's so hard not to say too much and I never give spoilers! Let's just say it deals with being lonely, love, heartbreak......... Certainly a must read for young and old...er. Very sweet and enchanting.

Righteous Audiobook by Kim Lehman

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kim Lehman) — Tue, 15 Dec 2015 14:60:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Righteous Author: Kim Lehman Narrator: Alexandra Matthew Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 12-15-15 Publisher: Lucky Stars Publishing, LLC Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: A story about a troubled girl and her effed-up, going-nowhere life. Quick-witted, sharp-tongued Righteous Andrews is troubled by a broken past, fed up with her present circumstances, and resolved to a hopeless future. On the first day of her senior year of high school, she gets in trouble, landing in the principal's office...again. There she meets Colt Jackson, the new kid with a troubled past of his own. Despite her attempts to avoid him, Colt seems to show up everywhere she doesn't want him to be, and soon they strike up an unexpected friendship. Righteous is wary. Friendships aren't her thing. But something about Colt is different; something about him makes her curious, makes her wonder.... Is Colt Jackson really different from everyone else? Do happiness and love truly exist? Or will every relationship in her life always end in lies and heartache? Members Reviews: A book I will recommend to my goddaughter, a high school junior. I loved the two main characters. They both possessed a quality I find in my own goddaughter, that of not being swayed by peer pressure as much as by their own ideas. This is a quality people do not often obtain so young in life, to stand firm in what you believe and value. The support woefully missing from Ria's relationship with her mother was provided by a school principal with just the right amount of discipline and belief in her ability to achieve more. Another unsuspected source of support was provided by Cecile, a wannabe friend who turned out to be a lifelong friend. Much to be enjoyed in this debut novel by Kim Lehman. I hope we hear more from her soon. I stayed up late to read and found it hard to put down. Kim Lehman's writing style is amazing, I was engulfed in the story There is someone for everyone to relate to in this book. Kim Lehman's writing style is amazing, I was engulfed in the story. Righteous touched my heart. Everyone needs to read this book! Fantastic Read Righteous will make you laugh out loud and bring you to tears. This is a fantastic book that I literally couldn't put down. The novel takes you through the high school years of Righteous Andrews. Ria, as her friends call her, struggles with the same issue every teen does - how to be comfortable in her own skin. This story of relationships and self-discovery is one that you don't want to miss! ... my granddaughter so I am not sure how she liked it I bought this for my granddaughter so I am not sure how she liked it Righteous started out helpless and defeated, and by the end of the book she found strength and endless of possibilities. I wouldnât say this was a romance novel, in fact there was very little romance in this book. I thought Righteous was more of a coming of age/motivation type of novel. In Righteous, we followed Righteous's journey on finding her self-confidence and purpose. Righteous could've accept how her life would be, if she does nothing. But then something changed, Righteous realized she could be more than what was expected from her. In the end Righteous started to looking at the world little differently. She could've easily settle, but she choose not to, she was not going to accept what everyone tried to define her with, which was based on her birthright. To be honest, I had trouble getting pass Righteous's terrible mother, even if she was sort of "forgiving" in the end of the book.

The Ten-Cent Boy and the Brooklyn Dime Audiobook by W. DeLaney

biacuaduc@gmail.com (W. DeLaney) — Tue, 03 Nov 2015 23:24:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Ten-Cent Boy and the Brooklyn Dime Author: W. DeLaney Narrator: Gabrielle de Cuir Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs Language: English Release date: 11-03-15 Publisher: Skyboat Media, Inc. Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Blanche Bianco, a 15-year-old girl, reluctantly transfers to a high school 250 miles north of Brooklyn, where her mother was educated. Her parents are concerned about her slipping grades and problems with drugs, arrests, and pregnancy at her Brooklyn school. Beautiful in a flashy sort of way and with a Brooklyn accent, she thinks she's an outcast. Then she meets Ken, a student athlete of unexpected quality but limited means because of a broken home. Blanche doesn't treat Ken differently just because he is poor, and they quickly forge a strong relationship - one that cracks when Blanche returns to Brooklyn High School of the Arts for her senior year before enrolling at the Brooklyn College of Performing Arts. Ken gets a lacrosse scholarship to Maritime College in the Bronx with Blanche's help and tries to maintain contact with her, but their relationship is severed when Blanche transfers to Pace University and subsequently gets a movie contract requiring she go to Los Angeles. The only viable link between them lies with Blanche's parents. Having not seen each other for three years, Ken and Blanche meet in the summer and spend five days together. But when Blanche is engaged to a Hollywood producer as a publicity stunt, she becomes concerned that Ken will do something violent. Members Reviews: Good Read with life lessons The Novel is more than you typically love story. The Author portrays two beings from different upbringings who turn out to be very similar people... Morally and ethically. With many twists and turns the author keeps you intrigued with the story. Its a great easy read with many hidden 'life lessons'. You'll set the book down with the feeling of hope. Hope, in that there are still good young people who are not influenced by negative peer pressures. I would recommend this book to any age group. I think its a story young people should read, perhaps it could help stir them clear of the negative pressures they face in today's world. Heartwarming A touching story told with heartwarming style, The Ten-Cent Boy and The Brooklyn Dime brings together two youngsters who find an everlasting connection as they mature into adults. Poignant, sweet, and funny, the novel is woven with the themes of love and respect throughout its pages. An excellent choice for readers searching for an uplifting escape! GREAT READ! (despite the compelling twists) Two different people not that far apart geographically (but worlds apart) in New York State. Each has their own perspective and path to follow. Their love, understanding and mis-understanding go to the heart of many relationships. It's a wonderful tale that kept me intrigued about the how and why of its outcome. Love story with a twist or two...loved it!!! The character development alone is worth the read but the story line is both clever and captivating as the improbable becomes possible, but doomed, or is it? Great book for teens or adults as the story evolves and deepens along with subtle messages that are delivered along the way without being preachy. Easy read that will not only make you feel good but want to recommend it to a friend - it's THAT good. A Great Read for Younger Adults An enjoyable story, particularly for adolescents and younger adults.

Pride's Pursuit Audiobook by Cat Kalen

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Cat Kalen) — Thu, 15 Oct 2015 01:16:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Pride's Pursuit Author: Cat Kalen Narrator: Chelsea Spack Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 10-15-15 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: She defeated her master. She released the enslaved shifters. She was finally free. But when Pride, Logan, Stone, and the rest of the pack return to the Canadian mountains only to discover their hope of a new home in destroyed, Pride is ready for revenge. When her leadership is tested and a traitor emerges, Pride picks between the two men who love her most, and her choice will either put an end to war on the shifters or endanger the very existence of her kind. Members Reviews: Amazing ending to an amazing series! I was riveted from the very first chapter in the first book. I haven't been able to put them down since I started. Absolutely amazing series I will enjoy reading again and again. Give it a chance, you may end up loving it as much as I have. Lost focus on the story, and instead slips into relationship land for most of the book I was a bit disappointed, I'll be honest. There's a lot of action with no real resolution in this book. It's short. Very short. Less than 130 pages, which is barely even a book in my world. The author seemed to wander a bit, unable to decide how to end things. I think the author knew where she wanted to go but just couldn't quite get there. Things do get resolved, but in a very unsatisfying way. The overarching plotline just sort of...finishes. Very quickly. In a few pages. I found it unsatisfying. Of course the love triangle gets wrapped up, but since I didn't care all that much about the love triangle to begin with...yeah. Quite a bit of this book is focused on said love triangle. We never really do learn more about the panthers, except for literally one or two sentences about their origin. The big secret her dad is holding is resolved the same way. One or two sentences. Overall I found this a disappointment. The series started strong but just couldn't keep that momentum. Pride's Pursuit I've read the other two books in the series and I thought they were all really good. I admit that I thought the story line was more creative and kept my attention better in the first one but I enjoyed the characters and cared enough about them to continue reading them all. I am wondering if Stone is going to get his own book...and I really hope he does.

To Hear The Ocean Sigh Audiobook by Bryant A. Loney

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bryant A. Loney) — Thu, 17 Sep 2015 09:25:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: To Hear The Ocean Sigh Author: Bryant A. Loney Narrator: Brendan McCay Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 09-17-15 Publisher: Verona Booksellers Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: To Hear the Ocean Sigh is a contemporary-realistic, coming-of-age narrative by first-time novelist Bryant A. Loney. Jay Murchison believes he is a nobody at his high school in Oklahoma. Coming from a conservative family of affordable luxury, Jay has an overwhelming desire to become something great. After a mysterious girl named Saphnie in North Carolina mistakenly texts him, an unlikely relationship develops that affects Jay's self-perception and influences the rest of his sophomore year. This correspondence leads him to a group of thrill-seekers who provide a grand departure from the quiet life Jay is familiar with and eye-opening experiences to witness first-hand the truth behind the loose morals his fellow classmates have come to know. Members Reviews: Good story about teens I received a free audio copy of this book for an honest review. To Hear the Ocean Sigh is a coming of age story that starts out pretty slowly. Jay Murchison is 16 years old, shy, not popular, and lonely. When he mistakenly receives a text from Saphnie, a girl his age, they start texting back and forth and form a friendship. She suggests that he read a book, Rudderless at Sea, and because of that book, he ends up making some friends. The characters discussed Rudderless at Sea in depth and I felt lost when they did. It would have helped to have known a little more about that book. The story picked up pace toward the end as relationships between the teens evolved or devolved. These are typical teens with typical teen behavior and relationships. The narrator was chosen well. He sounded like he was in his late teens and he was pleasant to listen to and easy to follow. To Hear the Ocean Sigh is well written and both adults and teens will be able to relate to the story.

Straight Laced Audiobook by Jessica Gunhammer

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jessica Gunhammer) — Mon, 08 Dec 2014 10:25:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Straight Laced Author: Jessica Gunhammer Narrator: Lauren Harris Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 12-08-14 Publisher: Jessica Gunhammer Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Summer Jones seems to be perfect in every way. She's always gotten good grades, graduated with honors and has never missed a curfew. So when Nate Thompson walks into Summer's life, her whole world is turned upside down. She envies everything he stands for; he's wild, free and doesn't have a care in the world. Not to mention he's hot, has tattoos and drives a motorcycle. When Nate brings to her attention she's too straight laced for him, she decides it's time for a change. She's ready to start living the life she's always wanted, but she's scared to leave everything she knows behind and travel the journey alone. Will Nate be there to encourage her along the way? Or will the rebellion wear off and have her crawling back to her parents? Nate's always lived his life in the fast lane. He's never wanted to be tied down and he doesn't let anything get in the way of doing what he loves. That is until he meets Summer. She's everything he's ever wanted but yet she's everything he could never have. She's smart, beautiful and on her way to the top. She's way out of his league and he lets her know it, but yet he can't seem to keep his mind off of her. When Nate finds himself lying on the side of the road in the middle of the night, preparing himself for his last breath there is only one person that comes to mind, Summer Jones. He promises himself that if he makes it through this, he will do everything he can to win her over, but is it too late? Members Reviews: Quick read that left me wanting more! "How is one person allowed to be that hot and ride motorcycles? All that in one package should be illegal. Or they should at least come with some kind of warning label." Summer and her best friend Tori are hoping to have an amazing summer before they start college. They start off by going to a party that Tori's brother, Brent, is throwing. Going against her parents strict rules, Summer wants to let loose and have a great time. What she didn't know was at this party her life would be changed. It took one look from one guy to spin her world on it's axis. Who was he, and why does he make her feel this way? "He looked at me and I felt my knees weaken. Then, he smiled at me. Okay, I seriously think I'm going to pass out now." From the first description of Nate, I think I found myself crushing on him!! He's a bad boy with a heart of gold. Yes, that's possible! Believe me, it's true!!:) Nate was the total opposite of Summer. But you know what they say about opposites...they are bound to attract. "You are too straight laced, Summer, and I'm far from that." One thing I really liked about these two was they were always up for a challenge. Whether it was just to have fun or it was for trying to get each other's attention. In a short amount of time they had come to mean so much to each other. No matter what came their way, it wouldn't stop the feelings they had for each other. This was a great story! In just a short amount of pages, you experience love, friendship, heartbreak, forgiveness, and laughter. I enjoyed this book very much! fun and flirty read STRAIGHT LACED is a fun and flirty read with relatable characters and will have you yearning to experience young love again for the first time.

A Little in Love Audiobook by Susan E. Fletcher

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Susan E. Fletcher) — Thu, 04 Dec 2014 18:11:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Little in Love Author: Susan E. Fletcher Narrator: Melody Grove Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 12-04-14 Publisher: Jammer Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: As a young child Eponine never knew kindness, except once from her family's kitchen slave, Cosette. When at sixteen the girls' paths cross again and their circumstances are reversed, Eponine must decide what that friendship is worth, even though they've both fallen for the same boy. In the end, Eponine will sacrifice everything to keep true love alive. Members Reviews: Beautiful and Heartbreaking I was excited and hesitant when I first heard a book from Eponine's point of view was coming out. Excited because Eponine has been a favorite character of mine ever since I first read Les Mis in high school; and hesitant since she is my favorite character and I wanted her story to be written well. And I'm so glad to say that it was. The writing of this book is so beautiful and captivating that I just didn't want it to end (especially knowing Eponine's fate). Despite how terrible her family is, I still enjoyed reading about her childhood and her experiences with Cosette. I also really enjoyed the relationships between Eponine and her siblings and seeing how much she cared for them. I love that Fletcher wrote Eponine to be hopeful and bright and notice the good things in life, no matter how small, despite all the darkness around her. One of the things I really admire about Eponine is her loyalty and her ability to love and care, all of which were expertly shown in this book. Of course the relationship between Eponine and Marius was heartbreaking. There was never a point when I wasn't rooting for Eponine, and caught myself hoping that this ending might be different from the original. Overall, this book was beautiful and heartbreaking and well worth the read. Even if you haven't read Les Mis or seen the play or movie, you'll no doubt enjoy this. Thank you to Edelweiss for the review copy! Great voice and writing style This book was perfect for me! I loved every second of it. It's a first person account of the events in Les Miserables from Eponine's perspective. I loved the voice and the writing style. It was completely compelling. I read the Kindle version on my phone, and I literally couldn't put it down. The chapters were short, and every time I came to the end of one, I'd start into the next one almost without realizing it. As a fan of the musical, I appreciated how Fletcher sneaked some of the song lyrics into the writing. I didn't realize it until about half way through, but then I couldn't stop seeing the references. I thought this was genius. There were some elements of the story that didn't line up with the musical, but I assume they happen in the original Victor Hugo novel. I really should read that some day. For example, in this book, Eponine has a sister, Azelma, who is as awful as her parents. And Gavroche is her little brother. Mind blown! Eponine's story is tragic to the extreme, but somehow this book didn't bring me down at all. I was just happy to be reading a tale of one of my favorite fictional characters of all time. Fletcher was able to illustrate her courageous escape from her atrocious upbringing and to give Eponine a much more heroic and self-sacrificing end. http://momsradius.blogspot.com/2015/09/book-review-little-in-love-ya.html Just loved this book so much Just loved this book so much. It was just such a great insight on the life and inner workings of Eponine.

Hero Complex Audiobook by Margaux Froley

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Margaux Froley) — Tue, 14 Oct 2014 02:34:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hero Complex Subtitle: Keaton School, Book 2 Author: Margaux Froley Narrator: Amanda Dolan Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-14 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: More than 70 years after Pearl Harbor drew the United States into World War II, a sinister secret - remnants of covert research done by the Army - haunts the Keaton School. Less than two months have passed since Devon Mackintosh uncovered the truth about the apparent suicide of Hutch, Keaton's golden boy and her unrequited love. But solving Hutch's murder has put all eyes on her in the small Keaton School community. When she is knocked unconscious on a New Year's Eve cruise, it's clear that her life is danger too. In the aftermath of the attack, Devon must attend a weekly meeting with Dr. Jocelyn Hsu, a shrink who refuses to believe Devon's account of the "accident." She turns to the only people she can trust: Hutch's terminally ill grandfather, Reed, and his heirs Bodhi and Raven. Before Reeddies, he gives Devon a journal from his time as a science prodigy in the immediate aftermath of Pearl Harbor. Reed's entries not only detail top secret research on what would become Keaton land, they reveal a pact made among three powerful families - a pact that could determine the school's future. Wrestling with growing feelings for Bodhi and the very real threat closing in on her, Devon fights to untangle both the past and the present and find the truth Reed's enemies are still willing to kill for.

Bleak Devotion Audiobook by Gemma Drazin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gemma Drazin) — Thu, 09 Oct 2014 13:45:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bleak Devotion Author: Gemma Drazin Narrator: Stacey Glemboski Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 10-09-14 Publisher: Chardonian Press Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Jessica doesn't know how long it's been, only that it seems like forever since she's allowed her feelings to show. Ever since they attacked her city. Monsters which appear human but are void of any expression, and seem bent on destroying all signs of sentiment in others. Their lethal blades shred anyone who shows even the slightest emotion. After her only remaining friend is killed, Jessica flees the city hoping to find a place where emotions aren't fatal. A place to grieve those she lost and live out her meager existence. When she discovers the world of the emotionless creatures isn't what she believes, the love it leads her to may also be the path to her own death. Members Reviews: Sweet This book was amazing. I was surprised by how good the plot was and how well the characters came along. The story was filled with excitement and a sweet budding romance. I absolutely loved it. I would recommend this book to someone who enjoys a good distopian romance. Very thought provoking What would you do if the world changed before your eyes and all your family was suddenly gone? The h in this novel shows you that when faced with extreme circumstances you will do extreme things. The romance was sweet with minimal angst. Pretty good dystopian story. Enjoyed I enjoyed this, a very interesting take on the usual aliens story, with people learning to except each other in spite of their differences. Intriguing! I'm really glad that i came across this wonderful book. When i first started reading it i thought that the story would be all about the constant struggle of Jessica for survival and her everyday violent encounters with the monsters. But it was more than that, it was actually better than that. After the monster invasion happens the author instead of giving us a group who fights back those creatures all the time she places Jessica in a peaceful group of people and after that we see her everyday interactions with this group. It might not sound so fascinating at first but of course there are many surprises in the story since a member of this group is very very different from the others and Jessica finds unexpected romance in a world were emotions can lead her to death. I must say that the author gave me exactly what i want it to see in this book, every time i said "i wish this happens" i would turn the next page and my wish would be granted. I was afraid that we would not see much action in this book but there was an amazing fight scene and the main character was paired with the guy i was rooting for. I enjoyed so much the romance that i wish the book had more pages so i could see more of it. More of a romance than dystopian I feel conflicted about this book. I liked it and didn't. While I thought it was going to be a dystopian because of the beginning it turned into a romance. Aliens have invaded and after seeing her best friend killed Jessica leaves the city. She runs into a group of people that have figured out how to survive but only with their secret, the alien that has befriended them and lives with them. At first Jessica is freaked out over having Blade in the house with them but eventually she loosens up and they eventually fall in love. Which isn't easy since his races power is the 12 blades that come out of their arms at any sign of emotion. This is something that Blade had been able to control until he meets Jessica.

Street Food & Love Audiobook by H. A. Enri

biacuaduc@gmail.com (H. A. Enri) — Wed, 10 Sep 2014 05:40:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Street Food & Love Author: H. A. Enri Narrator: Chris Poirier Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 09-10-14 Publisher: H.A. Enri Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Sole Eaby has a few complaints he'd like to lodge against life, the main one being that his dad, Cedro, has recently quit his job and withdrawn his entire life savings, which included Sole's college fund. Why? To launch a food truck business he knows nothing about. To cope, Sole uses his knifelike wit to moonlight as a stand-up comedian, and so far, it's paying off. Hes not only replenishing his college treasury, hes making people laugh; but it's one person in particular he performs for. Her name is Ava. When the fated bond of humor joins the two, and they begin a sort of quasi-romance, things begin to seem somewhat bearable. Of course, thats when an ill-timed event decides to put another spin on things. Just when Sole is ready to move on with his own life and disconnect himself from his father and the family business, he suddenly finds himself in charge of the food truck he desperately loathes. Here is where Sole must realize that the answers to love and life are not to be found apart but, rather, are more like a savory recipe: only by combining the ingredients will the wonderful flavors reveal themselves. Members Reviews: funny, and satisfying read Enri's witty and biting humor moves the story along through situations that are dramatic, romantic, and unexpected. A swift, thoughtful, funny, and satisfying read. I'm glad there's a new YA author out there that's come up with something innovative, unlike some others who recycle their plots with different characters and jacket covers. Looking forward to more from Enri. This story will remind you of a time when you ... This story will remind you of a time when you felt your relationship with your parents was one sided, or any relationship. But, how sometimes people step up and surprise you by showing you a side to them that you secretly always hoped to be there. thoughts on street food and love This was funny and cleverly written. We get a deeper look at family, friends, love and forgiveness through the eyes of a joking snarky teenager so the the concept takes on a lighter tone. Sole hides his emotions behind jokes and snarky yet witty comebacks and one liners. Feeling that his dad has left all sanity and him behind to pursue the life of running a roach coach and finding himself, sole turns to comedy in the hopes of finding a way out. Some of his comedy is chauvinistic in nature and very caveman but still he is funny. Not thrilled about his views on women to be with he is behind the eightball there. Over time though as sole grows he does mature and see what love and family is. He isnât all bitter and unforgiving. Sole begins to see beyond himself and starts to look to what others may need. This happens because of a few things: his dad fails and gets ill, a girl and a wrinkle in his family. I suspect his best friend helps as well. When new developments occur in his dadâs life after he gives up on him, sole realises that he canât let the cycle of anger, disappointment, and feeling unwanted continue so he takes over the food truck. This is after his comedy career is rising and he can begin his future. He turns to his friends for help and the girl he lives but turned away. Slowly this misfit of characters build a family and business that succeeds in more ways than one. It build love, strength and support amongst them. Even his dad begins to see the error in his ways and comes around.

Secrets Unleashed Game Audiobook by Hillary Hawkins, Jade Mckenzie Stone

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Hillary Hawkins) — Wed, 11 Jun 2014 08:24:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Secrets Unleashed Game Subtitle: Talk, Play, Heal Author: Hillary Hawkins, Jade Mckenzie Stone Narrator: Hillary Hawkins Format: Unabridged Length: 11 mins Language: English Release date: 06-11-14 Publisher: Hillary Hawkins Production LLC Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Finally, a way to get your secrets unleashed! Secrets Unleashed Game is an audiobook of questions, dark and light, designed to stimulate dialogue and promote bonding between friends. Works best with 2 or 3 players but more are welcome. Created by Hillary Hawkins from Nickelodeon/Nick at Nite's Are You Afraid of the Dark ("Tale of the Jagged Sign") and Jade Mckenzie, "Stone" of Jaded The Musical. Talk, Play, Heal. Members Reviews: Three Stars very little realy ''new''. Proud of Hillary Hawkins What a suprise! I can't believe Hillary is a writer as well. A unique book , way and idea to interact with friends. Can't wait to introduce it someone who will be interested in it. I can't wait to play it with my talented friend, Hillary Hawkins. What else can she do? Impressive bio by the way. Great game! Really enjoyed playing this game with my friends. We learned a lot about each other and bonded over some of the same feelings and issues. I highly recommend playing with trusted friends and/or family so that you can feel heard and supported. Here is the link to a youtube review I made: http://youtu.be/_69BSENYQ60. Feel free to check it out. Five Stars Please check out this testimonial of Secrets Unleashed Game: Talk, Play, Heal https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_4eFSWod9w&feature=youtu.be Breakthrough Very well thought out... bravo to a great artist and friend.....a great way to advance in another area of talent... Momma is proud

Aliens Are Real: Part 1 Audiobook by Sabrina Sumsion

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sabrina Sumsion) — Wed, 07 May 2014 15:04:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Aliens Are Real: Part 1 Author: Sabrina Sumsion Narrator: Tatiana Gomberg Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 05-07-14 Publisher: Sabrina Sumsion Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Jasmine wants stability, friends and possibly a boyfriend. Who knew aliens would interfere? When Jasmine moves to Omaha, NE with her Colonel father so he can work on top secret matters at Offut Air Force Base, she prepares herself for another lonely station. Jasmine meets Yumi, a mysterious girl in Art Class, and her world changes. Jasmine plots to stay in Omaha but the acceptance of Yumi's housemates is central to her plans. Their rejection surprises her until she realizes they have a secret. For a chance at stability and blossoming love with the hottie from Drama class, Jasmine puts herself in harm's way to rescue Yumi and find the home she's been searching for since her mother died. Members Reviews: liked it Aliens Aren't Real part one and two by Sabrina Sumsion soon is an amazing story about Jasmine Smith, a teenage military brat who wants to stay in one place for more than one month. She meets Yumi, Honorio, Malika, Tyrone, and Joseph, classmates of hers that seem to have no interest in her what so ever until they learn that her father is Colonel John Smith. She finally feels accepted into the group when she learns shocking but oddly sensible secret. I give this book a four out of five stars. I love the book cover. In my opinion sci-fi books are very hard to write and sometimes even harder to read but the author did a very good job. I can't wait to read more. Nyna Myslin juliesbookreview.blogspot.com Very short - no ending - for $3 The story idea was a good one, but this is not a whole book; it is very short and there is no ending - presumably so that the consumer will pay another $3 for a few more chapters. Also, I did not like the fact that the main character put herself through unbelievable emotional abuse, just to try to make friends with a group of 'kids' who didn't want her friendship; way overboard on that. And for those reasons, I cannot recommend it. Aliens Are Real: Part 1 I really enjoyed this book. It was one that catches you fast and makes you want to not stop reading until its done. The character development is fantastic, it is easy to get attached to these characters and feel you know them and care where their story takes them. Jasmine, our heroine, is a portrayal of those universal teenage qualities, emotions, thought processes. Very enjoyable main character. I am a longtime fan of sci-fi books, this one will stay in my collection for sure! I'm having my kids read it too. Aliens Are Real! What?! A totally cute and attention grabbing short story. Promise! Mystery and comedy included! Also, interesting and original characters. Jasmine, Honorio, and... Mark. Oh my!!! I'm totally reading the second Kindle part of this series. :) Great Story, Where's Book Two?! Jasmine is upset because her father who is a colonel is moving once again for some secret undercover matter on an Air Force Base in Omaha. For once in her life, she wants real friends, a permanent home and like all teenage girls, a boyfriend. Then by chance she meets this girl Yumi and they have a strong connection and are best friends. Yumi's friends strangely don't like Jasmine. One day she finds out their secret.... I enjoyed reading this book. Jasmine's character was well defined.

Nothing Can Keep Us Together Audiobook by Cecily von Ziegesar

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Cecily von Ziegesar) — Sat, 01 Mar 2014 04:56:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nothing Can Keep Us Together Subtitle: Gossip Girl, Book 8 Author: Cecily von Ziegesar Narrator: Edwina Wren Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 03-01-14 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Welcome back to New York City's glamorous Upper East Side, where the uptown girls get everything and everyone they want. Nabbing the latest Marc Jacobs bag or your best friend's boyfriend isn't always pretty, but it's always pretty cool. It's almost graduation and the lives of New York's private high school elite are really heating up. Everyone's got into college and it's clearly time to party, not that they haven't been doing plenty of that already! Blair and Nate's relationship has moved on to a new level, but will the love affair continue? Or will Nate's love affair with his bong get in the way? Will Blair finally get into Yale? Or will Nate and Serena hook up in New Haven and leave Blair alone in the city? And as for the juiciest gossip of all, what's this rumour about Jenny leaving Constance Billard to go to boarding school? Only time will tell how everyone will end up, but one thing's for sure: Love is in the air, and it smells a lot like Gucci envy. Critic Reviews: A literary phenomenon... teenagers, it seems, can't get enough' - Daily Telegraph Members Reviews: Great book I loved this whole series. All the books were great, and I was a skeptic when I started reading them. Wonderful Bedtime Story Very well written and narrated tale about Santa as he reflects , prepares and heads out on Christmas Eve .The narration is calming and peaceful and would make a wonderful bedtime story to read or listen to during the holidays. Appropriate for any age . Hardcore GG Fan I read all the books in this series and I couldn't ever put them down. Great books for young adults! Creme de la creme! It's so incredibly realistic and crazy and bubbly that it's so unreal. It definitely discusses the modern day lives of teens in completely different perspectives. It's just what we need. Ready to be finished This series is getting dull. I think I would enjoy more if I was younger. However, I refuse to quit the series. Four more to go!

Crystal Fire Audiobook by Jordan Dane

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jordan Dane) — Wed, 04 Dec 2013 13:17:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Crystal Fire Author: Jordan Dane Narrator: Eileen Stevens Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 12-04-13 Publisher: Harlequin Books S.A. Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Because of what you are, the Believers will hunt you down. A storm is brewing on the streets of L.A., one that has intensified since a tragic and deadly confrontation claimed an innocent life. While Gabriel Stewart trains his army of teen psychics to stop Alexander Reese-the obsessed leader of the Believers-the fanatical church becomes more bent on the annihilation of all Indigo and Crystal children. They're silencing the voices of the telepathic hive, one soul at a time, with frightening experiments cruelly executed on vulnerable minds. When the Believers torture a mysterious homeless boy, Oliver Blue, they brainwash him into betraying his own. The boy becomes a deadly pawn sent to take Gabriel down. As the fires of chaos burn around him, Gabe is running out of time. He'll need to confront his past-and the man who made him-before the hope of peace for the future is silenced forever. Members Reviews: Just okay This book is just okay. I found it a bit difficult to get into and stay excited about it. It just feels flat to me with not much excitement or suspense. I don't know if it's the writing or just the fact that I got bored reading it, but a lot of the things these kids were doing didn't make much sense to me. The characters didn't seem to have any individuality or personalities. The book could have used the touch of a proofreader, as there were a few glaring errors that should have never made it to print. It didn't make me want to buy the first book, or any following books in the series. Crystal Fire I love all of Jordan Dane's books. Her books are usually the ones that I stay up all night reading because I can't put them down. If you want a really exciting read, she is your Go-To author. Good Book Nice series of book that interconnect. Enjoyed reading about an area I'm familiar with and still visit from time to time. Plots are good and keep you guessing. Crystal Fire (The Hunted #2) 'Crystal Fire' is the second installment in a young adult fantasy series that follows a group of special kids and teens known as Indigo's. These kids are the next step in human evolution - they all possess unique psychic gifts that set them apart from the rest of the world. Not everyone believes that they are harmless though. The Believers - a church determined to destroy the Indigo kids - will stop at nothing to rid the world of these "abominations." Gabriel Stewart is back as both leader and teacher for the Indigo kids, along with training Lucas - a young teen who is becoming a Crystal. Things are getting worse for the Indigo kids that Gabe hasn't found yet - he's seeing them being held and tortured in his dreams - and he refuses to let any more kids be destroyed for being different. One of the kids, Oliver Blue, has been handpicked as an experiment to determine just how far an Indigo's mind can be broken, and they successfully turn him against the others - especially Gabe. Will Gabe be able to face the Believers in a final attempt to stop them - including the head of the church, who just happens to be his own father? Will Gabe and the other Indigo kids ever be safe? I read and reviewed the first book in this series - and really loved it. The premise and concept behind the series is completely fascinating. I loved learning about the history and the story behind the Indigo and Crystal kids.

All You Need is Love Audiobook by Emily Franklin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Emily Franklin) — Wed, 06 Nov 2013 03:23:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: All You Need is Love Author: Emily Franklin Narrator: Julia Farhat Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 11-06-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Springtime blooms, but for Love Bukowski, life at home is chilly. After an incredible semester at the London Academy of Drama and Music, Love Bukowski is back at Hadley Hall. Unfortunately, it feels as though her fabulous British life (and boyfriend) are on hold. Love wants only to be at Aunt Mables side during her fight with breast cancer. But Loves English boyfriend, Asher, suddenly doesnt seem to want to talk to her, and her ex-boyfriend Jacob has popped back into her life. Loves dad is struggling with the way shes changed (i.e., grown up), and Aunt Mable has new information about Loves mysterious mother. Love still longs for security - but maybe home is not the place to find it. Members Reviews: Courtesy of Teens Read Too Love Bukowski is back in the United States after a semester in London at the London Academy of Drama and Music. She had to leave her Brit boyfriend, who, when she gets home to the US, doesn't want to seem to talk to her, until he announces that he's coming for a visit. She had to leave London to be at her Aunt Mable's side because she is fighting breast cancer. She is suffering from major Europe-withdrawals and it turns out that her dad has a new girlfriend -- and he tells her that she picked up some bad habits while in Europe. As if that isn't bad enough, Love's ex-boyfriend, Jacob, has become super-popular while she was gone! This book is slow in many parts but you have to feel kind of sorry for Love, who had to leave everything that she loved in London behind. Plus, when she gets back, her Aunt Mable seems to be doing pretty well at first, but then tragedy strikes. It seems like when Love comes back to the US, everything is different then when she left, so it's kind of like culture shock for her, even though the US is her home. This is a cute but sometimes slow read. Reviewed by: Taylor Rector Okay Love Bukowski has had to leave the London Academy of Drama and Music, and boyfriend Asher Piece, to return home to Massachusetts because her beloved Aunt Mable is in the advanced stages of breast cancer. She's returned to Hadley (a prep school where she is a day student) to learn that her time in London will not count toward her graduation credits because, while she's actually doing the work, she is not in attendance. She's required to complete a special project if she wants to graduate on time. Love misses her life in London, but is drawn to her ex-boyfriend Jacob who's matured since she left town. Her nemesis Lindsay Parrish hints at a relationship with Jacob. Love's male friend Chris is her support system and introduces her to Haverford and Chilton, the new 'kids' at school. And Aunt Mable provides Love with information about her mysterious mother who left her when she was an infant. Her father has a new love interest and he struggles with his daughter's 'growing up.' But what Love wants is for school to get out, Mable to get well, and her friend Arabella to arrive from London for a visit--and of course, Asher's trip across the pond is what she lives for. But Asher has other ideas. All You Need Is Love had the potential of being a wonderful story, but there were just too many characters and storylines that were never fully developed. I didn't feel as if I got to know any of the characters (except for Love) and the conflict and tension that would have added much to the story, fizzled.

The Kissing Booth Audiobook by Beth Reekles

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Beth Reekles) — Mon, 27 May 2013 23:55:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Kissing Booth Author: Beth Reekles Narrator: Cynthia Holloway Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 05-27-13 Publisher: Random House Audiobooks Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: A cool, sexy YA romance novel from 17-year-old Wattpad sensation Beth Reekles. Meet Rochelle Evans: pretty, popular - and never been kissed. Meet Noah Flynn: badass, volatile - and a total player. When Elle decides to run a kissing booth at the school's Spring Carnival, she locks lips with Noah and her life is turned upside down. Her head says to keep away, but her heart wants to draw closer - this romance seems far from fairy tale and headed for heartbreak. But will Elle get her happily ever after? Members Reviews: A good first novel, but there were flaws Well, I am a fan of the happily ever after, so I thought, let's give it a whirl. I downloaded a sample and it was enough to peak my interest. The action doesn't really get going, though, until the school carnival. Elle, as she is known, is best friends with Lee. They do everything together. He even helps her out with her fashion statement. He seems like a great guy and I like him instantly. It's refreshing to see a girl and boy be able to have a deep friendship that doesn't evolve into a romantic one. He is fiercely protective of her as she is with him. They are a packaged deal. Lee has had girlfriends, but they inevitably break up with him because of his close relationship with Elle. Elle has never had a boyfriend, but she has had a crush on Lee's older brother Noah. Of course, Lee knows all about that, but he thought that Elle had gotten over her crush. And so did she except that Noah has been acting a little different around her. He has also know her since they were young and he is also fiercely protective of her. The trouble with Noah, though, is that Noah is trouble. So much so, that Elle refers to him as a violence junkie because he is always getting in fights. Elle and Lee are on the Student Council and they have to come up with an idea for a booth for the school carnival. They decide to run a kissing booth. They get some girls and some boys lined up to work the booth and everything seems to be going as planned. Some of the girls in school keep badgering Elle, though, about Noah. Is he going to work the booth? As a favor to Elle? If not, will he at least stop by? They want her to persuade him, but working at the booth or even stopping by is the farthest thing on Noah's mind. So, it is surprising when he stops by the booth. Elle is tricked into having to man the booth and she, naturally, gets Noah as a customer, so she gets her first kiss. And that's where the trouble starts. After that, Elle and Noah hook up and end up having a relationship behind every one's back. Why you ask? Because Lee would not approve and Elle doesn't want to hurt her best friend or lose him, but she doesn't want to lose Noah either. While I did enjoy the story, I had some issues with it and the characters. I think perhaps I had a hard time relating. *Noah has been like a guard dog when it comes to Elle. She has never had a date and there is a reason for it. Noah basically got the word out that if anyone comes near Elle, he'll beat the crap out of them. When Elle finds out she goes ballistic. He is constantly telling her what to do, how to dress and how to act so as not to encourage the male folk at school and perhaps lead them on where they might try something with her. She is very nave. *Elle is attracted to Noah, but doesn't feel like she can tell anyone about their relationship. People won't approve.

The Battle Hymn Blues Audiobook by Baker Lawley

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Baker Lawley) — Fri, 25 Oct 2013 21:28:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Battle Hymn Blues Author: Baker Lawley Narrator: Jared Pike Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 10-25-13 Publisher: ECRH Press Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Stoney Nix can play anything, from Beethoven to the Blues, on his old rattletrap piano. It's just a gift, and a good one. Music is his ticket out of Pinewood, Alabama, his ironic, dying hometown, where they reenact the Civil War but cancel marching band because it's too small. Then Sadie Green, the hilarious and beautiful new girl (and Stoney's major crush), convinces him to fight in the fake Civil War battle. What happens there will haunt Stoney forever - and only through voices of the past, struggle, friendship, and his music, will Stoney find himself. A young adult-paranormal-gothic-comedy-romance, The Battle Hymn Blues is a story filled with ghosts and pranks, music and mystery. It's a love song to the blues we all share, how the past and the future and happiness have the strangest ways of finding you. Members Reviews: An affecting and surprising smalltown story Where does The Battle Hymn Blues rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? I have not listened to many audiobooks, but the format suits this novel very well. What does Jared Pike bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? It was read well, with just a few instances where it seemed emphasis was placed on the wrong word, or pauses in the wrong place. Over all, well done though; the reader gives the characters distinctive voices, and a slight southern accent, but never to the point that it's annoying. Any additional comments? I normally tend to read genre fiction, including horror, sci-fi and fantasy, so this wasn't really in my wheelhouse. I was pleasantly surpised though... this novel manages to be funny, touching, and surprising, while saying a lot about friendship, family, and growing up.

When the World was Flat (And We Were in Love) Audiobook by Ingrid Jonach

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ingrid Jonach) — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 04:12:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When the World was Flat (And We Were in Love) Author: Ingrid Jonach Narrator: Daniela Vanasco Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 09-06-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: When sixteen-year-old Lillie Hart meets the gorgeous and mysterious Tom Windsor-Smith for the first time, it's like fireworks - for her, anyway. Tom looks as if he would be more interested in watching paint dry; as if he is bored by her and by her small Nebraskan town in general. But as Lillie begins to break down the walls of his seemingly impenetrable exterior, she starts to suspect that he holds the answers to her reoccurring nightmares and to the impossible memories which keep bubbling to the surface of her mind - memories of the two of them, together and in love. When she at last learns the truth about their connection, Lillie discovers that Tom has been hiding an earth-shattering secret; a secret that is bigger - and much more terrifying and beautiful - than the both of them. She also discovers that once you finally understand that the world is round, there is no way to make it flat again... Members Reviews: Interesting concept... This book was confusing to keep track of. As a love story, I can only admire the complexity of the storyline and the authors' ability to not only keep it straight, but to keep the readers straight on what was going on. I think it was a little underformed as far as character development... there could have been more depth to the reactions. Overall a pretty good book. I liked the complexity.... I only wish it hadn't felt so rushed. Romeo and Juliet in a Parallel Universe This is a great YA sci-fi. What I liked best was that the characters felt very real - they were well-rounded, interesting and likeable. I found myself reminiscing as I related to the life of teenage girls and the things they get up to. And what made this story even better was the addition of the fantastical element of parallel universes. Real characters dealing with the extraordinary. There was plenty of mystery and intrigue, action and thrills, laughs, and romance - which is the key theme at the centre of this plot - a tale of star-crossed lovers. I highly recommend it. Almost a 5! The majority of this book, I found myself chucking and flat-out laughing. The personalities of the lead character and her dynamic friends (and mother) pulled me into the story immediately. I loved them. I think I rated this a 4 instead of a 5 because I missed that dynamic as the story progresses and changes into a somewhat sad, and lonely story. It was still a very enjoyable story- and had I not been laughing so much in the beginning, I probably wouldn't have been as sad with the change in theme. Please note I read this book within one day- I couldn't put it down. Amazing I fell in love with this story and it was very well done. Now I just wish I could find my Tom It was okay A good book. I never expected the turn 60% of the way through. I thought it was quirky but was far too involved not to finish. Overall mediocre.

Fever Audiobook by Kailin Gow

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kailin Gow) — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:37:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fever Subtitle: FADE, Book 4 Author: Kailin Gow Narrator: Jessica Geffen Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 03-26-13 Publisher: Kailin Gow Ratings: 1.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Who had survived the Apocalypse? In Fever, the fourth book in Kailin Gow's FADE dystopian thriller series, Celes' memories return with a vengeance. Jack's memories are aligned with hers, and together they embark on fulfilling the mission they had set themselves to accomplished in their past. Members Reviews: awesome I keep my reviews short as I do not want to spoil anything for anyone. I read this entire series. It grabbed me and didn't let go. Just when I thought the story was over Kailin slipped in a bit more. Give the series a try and I guarantee you will love it. Fade series finale...won't let you down! I thoroughly enjoyed reading Kailin Gow's Fade series, and this finale to the series was no let down! The suspense, action, and romance continues with this book and is a page-turner to read on the edge of your seat! This book was a bit darker than the previous books in the series, but was needed to bring the added depth to the story. I have also read Gow's book series Desire (I loved the series and love her writing style!) and am admittedly a fan of Kailin Gow!! A happy ending... I have really enjoyed all the books in the fade series and I love the ending of this one. The book has some scenes that are a bit drawn our but the ending makes it all worth while. Don't miss the ending of the series. Another awesome book. Another awesome book . I loved it !!!!! Could not put it down. Loved the whole series. Very intense. a " Must Read". Over:( I loved it! But now it's over. Now for more book searching. It's going to be hard topping this book though.

The Julian Game Audiobook by Adele Griffin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Adele Griffin) — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 10:13:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Julian Game Author: Adele Griffin Narrator: Katie Koster Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 03-09-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Never part of the in crowd, Raye is thrilled when popular girl Ella Parker starts to show interest in her. So when Ella proposes an online prank on her ex, Julian Kilgarry, Raye is more than happy to play along. Together they develop an online persona and use it to "friend" him. But then things go a bit too far. And when Ella learns that Raye has been flirting with Julian face-to-face, things really escalate. Soon, what Raye thought was just some innocent online fun turns into a vicious smear campaign - against Raye herself! Members Reviews: Very powerful In fact, The Julian Game is the perfect high school novel - with the main characters Raye and Ella - setting up and creating an entire "online" person in order to "trick" Julian- the guy that everyone loves/hates at the same time. It seems as though each high school has one of those doesn't it? What I liked about this lighthearted novel is that the plot involves, almost entirely, technology and all that comes with it - FB, email accounts, etc. It is truly amazing to see that you can basically "create" a person from scratch, through this technology and, if you play it just right, you can actually really screw other people's lives in the process - as I said, in my high school, twenty five years ago, the only way to do that was to start vicious rumors or - write something really horrible on the bathroom wall :0 the times truly have changed. Nonetheless, I found myself completely engrossed in the storyline - even if I did not agree with what they were doing. I found myself feeling sorry for Julian at times and even Raye and Ella had their moments - The writing is great and the pacing is just perfect. This is a great novel of revenge :) and, unfortunately, the act of revenge hasn't changed much in the last 25 years!I have to admit that as I was reading this book - the one thing that kept coming into my head was the fact that the premise, for most of this novel, would absolutely not have been possible when I was in high school and this was a bit of a scary thought. Good, but could have been better I received this book for free as part of a giveaway on goodreads. :) I wanted to like this book so much more than I did. The cover is amazing and the concept is interesting, but I just feel kinda MEH after finishing it. I admit it's well written and fast paced - I read it start to finish in a very short time period. The main character is likeable and easy to empathize with as well. The basic storyline is that slightly nerdy Raye is new to the school. She ends up meeting Ella, the popular mean girl, and falls into a scheme with her in order to be popular. They make a pretend facebook page to flirt with Ella's ex-boyfriend Julian, but it backfires when Raye falls for Julian. She and Julian start dating, which of course makes Ella turn on her and in comes the cyber bullying. With the amount of media attention given to cyber bullying and the number of suicides that have resulted from it, I was expecting it to be handled better. Instead, the moral seems to be "it's okay, because the mean girl will eventually get over it and bully someone else." I didn't like that at all. There was no consequences for Ella's behavior at all, and that bugged me. I also understand Julian's reaction to everything, but it seemed a little out of character.

From Fame to Shame: Twin Fame Audiobook by Veronica Blade

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Veronica Blade) — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 20:02:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: From Fame to Shame: Twin Fame Author: Veronica Blade Narrator: A. Young Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 02-26-13 Publisher: Veronica Blade Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: When good-girl Maddie switches places with her famous bad-girl twin, Jackie, she has some pretty high stilettos to fill.... Despite the danger of tabloid drama if their identity swap is discovered, Maddie has to save her sister's butt. When Jackie's ex-boyfriend shows up with a rekindled spark for "Jackie", his deep gray eyes and sweet kisses make Maddie's heart thumpety thump. But dating the guy who dumped her sister is a no-no. Too bad Dallas isn't used to girls saying no. What will happen when he discovers Maddie's deception? Members Reviews: What Fun! O.K. first off, what a fun author's name; really cool! Second, this book is such a delight! I loved the whole twin switching places idea where one of them is famous. This was so cute to read and really well written. I highly recommend this very sweet love story. Perhaps some spoilers? Jackie is the starlet twin who is having a semi-nervous breakdown. She needs a few days to herself and convinces her introverted twin Maddie, to pretend to be her for a couple days. Maddie has to endure the red carpet to watch a premier, a photo shoot and a guest spot at a famous restaurant's grand opening while Jackie hides out at their parent's house pretending to be Maddie. Everything was going fine except that Jackie's ex-boyfriend, Dallas has found himself mysteriously attracted to Jackie (really Maddie), a girl that he broke up with because there was "nothing there". He cannot understand their new chemistry for each other and can't seem to stay away from her. Maddie is finding herself falling for her sister's ex and has to keep him at arm's length because of the preying paparazzi. This was so much fun to read and had the real feel of what a Hollywood starlet has to endure to be perfect for the cameras. Dallas is romantic, handsome and a great guy morally and is perfect for the right girl. I will be looking for more stories by this talented author with the fantastic name. Would I/Did I buy it? Free Download Would I read it again? Yes Would I recommend it to friends? Yes Veronica Blade knows young adult angst and glory! Veronica captures the essence of youthful angst and exhuberance in this delightful tale of the Prince and the Pauper from a young woman's point of view. Jackie, the famous starlet twin sister is in trouble. The faithful, self-depreciating and sacrificing twin to the rescue. Knowing things will not turn out for the best, Maddie steps into her sisters shoes--literally and nearly takes a tumble off her ice-pick heels. What she finds is a heavenly attraction to her sister's ex--bad boy actor, Dallas Bines and she learns something that the Hollywood worshipers don't know--Dallas is a dream all the way around. Dallas is a sweet, considerate family-oriented young man who's falling all over again for Jackie...er...Maddie. I love how Veronica has weaved and meshed these two characterss and lets Maddie's loveable character shine through. Dallas can't help but be attracted to the new and improved Jackie and is stunned when she falls into his arms and succombs to his hot kisses.

Borrowed Light Audiobook by Anna Fienberg

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Anna Fienberg) — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 02:47:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Borrowed Light Author: Anna Fienberg Narrator: Rebecca Macauley Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 02-22-13 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Callisto May knows a lot about planets. She could name all the moons of Jupiter, or tell you the dimensions of the Great Red Spot, but she doesn't know much about love. She's so used to pleasing other people that she has lost track of how to be herself. And now there's no one close enough to help: her boyfriend is way out of reach; her mother is distracted by sad ladies; and her dad - well his motto is be prepared, which is exactly what Cally wasn't. But in her struggle, Cally finds courage enough to fight through the fog of secrecy and silence that's suffocating her family. Borrowed Light is an intensely honest, painful, funny book. Anna Fienberg writes with sensitivity and panache about the intricate relationships between family, friends and lovers. Critic Reviews: "Poetic in both its language and its pacing." (Publishers Weekly) "A readable, richly realized tale." (School Library Journal) Members Reviews: Shine Your "Light" I read a great deal of books, with teen fiction being one of my specialties. Believe me when I say Borrowed Light is a must-read. The protagonist is a teenager named Callisto who finds herself more or less caring for her little brother. She is a smart girl who is growing up more quickly than she should. Unbeknownst to her family, Callisto is pregnant and plans on having an abortion. The title is so fitting for this book, coming from a great passage in which Callisto relates family members to celestial bodies. She is named after a moon, and, like that moon, feels that she borrows light from others, from family members who are suns and stars, who far outshine her. Borrowed Light will inspire thoughtful discussions in book groups or classrooms. What some may consider a "touchy subject" is handled with feeling and deliacy, with no judgment passed. Shine on, Callisto. a VERY interesting book When Castillo's mother becomes seclusive and meditates with stange people, her father pretends nothing is wrong and goes off to South Africa on some pretense to buy art. Castillo ends up taking care of her 5 year-old brother Jeremy. Castillo eventually gains popularity when she starts going out with Tim. But when she becomes pregnant he all but vanishes. Castillo is faced with a very difficult descion in her life, and she decides to get an abortion. Because of her mother's neglect of Jeremy, Castillo has to take Jeremy with her to the clinic, where he dissapears when she is being operated on. After the onslaught of the argument that follows, Castillo learns an important lesson about her life, and can accept loving her new boyfriend. I found this book to be very intriguing about issues that teenage girls are facing today, but he plot was very weak. It does make you think, though. Wow! You should read it. This book was one of those books that you just can't put down. It's clever, interesting and amazing. I really loved it. It has to be one of my favourite books I have read. Me and my friends talk about what would happen if we got pregnant, well this book is about a girl who has to face this reality, and what she is going to do about it, have an abortion or have the baby. Its sometimes sad, scary and frightening but true to life. The feelings and emotions that the characters feel are so real. The writing is wonderful and sometimes confronting. I could even feel them myself.

Invisible Audiobook by Jeanne Bannon

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jeanne Bannon) — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 19:37:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Invisible Author: Jeanne Bannon Narrator: Jonathan Waters Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 12-03-12 Publisher: Solstice Publishing Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Lola's not pretty. Lola's not popular. Lola wishes she could disappear...and then one day she does just that.... For 17-year-old Lola Savullo, life is a struggle. Born to funky parents who are more in than she could ever be, Lola's dream of becoming a writer makes her an outsider even in her own home. Bullied and despised, Lola still has the support of her best pal, Charlie, and Grandma Rose. Not only is she freakishly tall, Lola's a big girl. When forced to wear a bathing suit at her summer job as a camp counselor, Lola's only escape from deep embarrassment seems to be to literally vanish. Soon after, she discovers the roots of her new "ability". Slowly, with Charlie's help, Lola learns to control the new superpower. The possibilities are endless. Yet power can be abused, too.... Then, when tragedy strikes, Lola must summon her inner strength, both at home and at school. She has to stand up for herself, despite the temptations and possibilities of her newfound superpower. A coming-of-age story that will warm the heart. Members Reviews: This is an UNEDITED VERSION of Invisible The first thing that surprised me was having a female main character being read by a male. If you choose this audio book you will hear an un-edited copy, where all versions of a particular passage are heard. (Generally, the performer gives two versions.) I finished because the story was quirky enough to warrant my time, but really Audible - Fix This!!!!! Horrible narration What didnt you like about Jonathan Waterss performance? Very odd choice for a male narrator. The girl characters sound like transexuals.

The Thirteenth Audiobook by G. L. Twynham

biacuaduc@gmail.com (G. L. Twynham) — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 16:23:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Thirteenth Author: G. L. Twynham Narrator: Katy Carmichael Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Imagine starting at the end and finishing back at the beginning. This is the story of a teenage girl called Valerie Saunders who is about to be thrown through time and space. Being bestowed with abilities beyond her wildest nightmares, she discovers that she not only has to deal with turning 18, her first job, and an unwanted tattoo, but also magical powers and intense urges to fall in love. She envisaged she would spend her life blending into the scenery, not blowing it up! Val has a calling, but which side is dialling her number? Members Reviews: The start of a great new saga G.L.Twynham weaves an intriguing new plot that sees Val (our Heroine) recieve an inexplicable tattoo which she needs to find out how and why it has appeared, and with the help of a friend or to she might just do it!! The Thirteenth is the first in a great new saga. I cant wait to start book 2 - The Turncoats

President Jock, Vice President Geek Audiobook by Scott William Carter

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Scott William Carter) — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 08:33:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: President Jock, Vice President Geek Author: Scott William Carter Narrator: Jaicie Kirkpatrick Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-12 Publisher: Scott William Carter Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: It was a simple plan. She would help him pass algebra. He would help her win the student election. What could go wrong? Take one geeky 16-year-old girl deathly afraid of speaking to any crowd larger than one, but who desperately needs something on her application other than perfect grades to get her into Stanford. Add in a star basketball player who's Mr. Popular to everyone else, but who's hiding more than a few startling secrets. Throw in a crisis of identity, a scheming girlfriend, and troubled family lives. Oh, and make sure everything that can go wrong does. Then count the votes. The result is President Jock, Vice President Geek, the story of two mixed up teenagers struggling to find themselves and the craziest student election ever to hit the halls of Rexton High. Scott William Carter's first novel, The Last Great Getaway of the Water Balloon Boys, was hailed by Publishers Weekly as a "touching and impressive debut" and won the prestigious 2011 Oregon Book Award for Young Adult Literature. His fantasy from Simon and Schuster, Wooden Bones, is due out in the summer of 2012. His short stories have appeared in Asimov's, Analog, Ellery Queen, Realms of Fantasy, Weird Tales and other popular magazines and anthologies. Find out more about his books for young readers at rymadoon.com. Members Reviews: Good High School Story Like Carter's other book, "A Tale of Two Giants," I read this over two years ago but neglected to review it. My apologies to the author. Sorry I can't remember too much about it by now, but I did keep it in my Kindle Cloud and I gave it 4 1/2 Stars on my Kindle author spreadsheet page, so I know I liked it. Like "A Tale of Two Giants," this story deserves a lot more reviews than it's gotten so please give it a try, Amazon Readers. We need to keep author's that can actually write in business! Fun, Thought Provoking Read Here's what I liked: The characters weren't the same canned, 2D characters that you find in a lot of YA romance. Yes, there's stereotypes but then the characters don't really fit the mold perfectly -just like in real life. The sexual orientation twist will have some readers uncomfortable but I felt the author handled the divisive topic with tact. My only complaint? (Without giving away any spoilers) The ending is worded in a way that makes me wonder if there's a sequel but it's not spelled out clearly. There's closure -kind of -but not really. It doesn't take away from the story, it just makes me want to keep reading to find out for sure that what I think will happen, happens. Not worth the time :( I thought I'd enjoy a fun book but I was disappointed with this story. First of all I couldn't stand the crazy psycho bitch Trish. Then Becky and her infatuation with Josh was just plain sad. To top it off Desmond was so in love with Becky. Also no matter how smart he was there were things he knew, things that were too specific to not realize he was being a little creepy. However I really loved Desmond, he was by far my favorite character. Josh's situation was very understandable and didn't really bother me much other than there was nothing to clue the reader since every time he pushed Trish away was because she was so psycho.

Mates, Dates and Great Escapes Audiobook by Cathy Hopkins

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Cathy Hopkins) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 15:32:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mates, Dates and Great Escapes Author: Cathy Hopkins Narrator: Nicky Talacko Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 09-29-09 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: A school trip to Florence seems like the perfect escape for Lucy. She wants time away from Tony who is pressuring her to take their relationship further. In Italy, she meets an American boy, who is also visiting Tuscany, and thinks he might be the ideal way to get over Tony. He seems to be the perfect gentlemen and Italy introduces Lucy to a world of culture and sophistication. Will she be able to move on from Tony? Or is a case of out of the frying pan and into the fire? ©2009 Cathy Hopkins; (P)2009 Bolinda Editorial Reviews: With a touch of tenderness, actress Nicky Talacko's vibrant performance of Mates, Dates, and Great Escapes, one in the Mates and Dates series by British young adult author Cathy Hopkins, puts listeners in Lucy's shoes as she tries to get over Tony with a new heartthrob on a school trip in Florence. Sensitive, witty Lucy isn't sure she hasn't just gotten herself in over her head again. Teen listeners can't help but identify with Lucy's struggles as she navigates the worlds of friends and romance, charmingly brought to life by Talacko's talented characterization and empathetic voice. Critic Reviews: "Cathy Hopkins explores, wittily and sensitively, issues that confront most teenagers." (Publishing News) Members Reviews: The Summer (or School Trip) of Love It is Lucy's turn again and she has decided to lose her virginity to Tony. Her friends try to talk her out of it. Then she learns of a classmate who has gotten pregnant while being careful. Lucy decides to wait but Tony puts on the pressure and the result is a break-up. To make matters worse, the rest of the mates are of to Florence on a school trip but Lucy's family's finances won't let her go. Well, things happen and Lucy manages to go on the school trip after all. There, while trying to avoid thinking about Tony, she winds up meeting and falling for a rich American boy. Romance blossoms and Lucy manages to overcome some insecurities. But all good things must come to an end and the vacation is over and its time for a new book. This was one of the better entries in this series. I have always liked Lucy. This book manages to deal with some strong issues in a good way and still maintain a lightness one associates with these books. Well done. Mates, Dates, And Great Escapes Review A KID'S REVIEW What would you do on your summer class trip to Europe? Would you meet a cute guy? Well in Mates, Dates, And Great Escapes by Cathy Hopkins you can find out what lucy and her friends will do. My favorite character is Nesta. Lucy exotic and beautiful friend. This was one of the Great books in the series. I personaly thought it was the best. I love to read realistic fiction like this. It is romantic, funny, and had great ideas for things to do in a fashion crisues. As you can probably see this book is recommended to teen age girls that love fashion and cute guys. Cathy Hopkins, the writer of this book lives in England with her 2 cats and her husband. She gets all of her ideas from teen age girls that live in her neighborhood. She even got an idea from me.

Forest Audiobook by Sonya Hartnett

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sonya Hartnett) — Wed, 21 Dec 2005 09:26:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Forest Subtitle: A Journey from the Wild Author: Sonya Hartnett Narrator: Caroline Lee Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 12-21-05 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Kian, a cossetted suburban cat, is snatched from his comforts and dumped in the bush along with two kittens, Cally and Jem. The greatest threat to their survival are other cats, ferals who fiercely guard their territories. Kian survives some unnerving and vicious encounters but is unswerving in his desire to make the long journey home to his territory even though it is apparent his owner is dead and that there will be no welcome from the cruel man who has taken over the house. Hartnett's creation of the cat's point of view and her sensuous depiction of the forest is exceptional in its imagination, beauty and truth. &$169;2003 Sonya Hartnett; (P)2003 Bolinda Publishing Pty. Ltd. Editorial Reviews: The mesmerizing and gently powerful voice of veteran performer Caroline Lee effortlessly brings the tension in this audiobook to a startling climax. Forest: A Journey from the Wild is the heartbreaking and dramatic story of what happens when a couple of pampered housecats are forced out of their cozy confines and have to deal with the natural world and all its less-than-genial inhabitants. From the mind of award-winning Australian writer Sonya Hartnett comes a world few have seen peopled with characters youll have to hear to believe. Critic Reviews: "Sonya Hartnett is creating new literary territory." (Australian Book Review) Members Reviews: Australian gem The narrator delivers an exquisite and memorable performance of this well-written, believable, and fascinating story of urban cats abandoned in the forest amid ferals. Each of the cats are distinct not anthropomorphized with admirable and delectable, sometimes detestable, feline qualities. The descriptions of the Australian fauna and flora round out this highly satisfying book. Powerful I bought this book expecting it to be "interesting." When it began playing, it was announced to be a children's book, which put me off for a moment. It didn't take long for me to be pulled into this book though, Carolyn Lee is a mesmerizing reader. Many times I was on the edge of my seat, worried about what would happen next. I loved this book, was ready to give it 5 stars, until I realized there was only 20 minutes left. I got angrier as I listened to the end. If this was supposed to be a children's book, it should have a different ending. I do know the ending was very true to life - that doesn't mean I have to like it. Next week I will contact an attorney and get a will drawn up that provides for my cats. If you love cats, don't read this book Would you try another book from Sonya Hartnett and/or Caroline Lee? Caroline Lee? Yes. Sonya Hartnett? No chance. What about Caroline Lees performance did you like? She did an excellent job of narration. If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Forest? The hunters. Any additional comments? I wish someone had warned me. Expected better You have to really love cats. I don't. Expected more than the "Incredible Journey" re-do. PG needed think It took me a while to get into the story but once there I was captivated. The personalities of the cats were well developed and entirely believable. I too didn't realise it was a children's book when I bought it but there were aspects of the story and concepts that would take a bit of maturity to understand.

Storky Audiobook by Debra Garfinkle

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Debra Garfinkle) — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 18:51:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Storky Subtitle: How I Lost My Nickname and Won the Girl Author: Debra Garfinkle Narrator: Bryan Kennedy Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 03-28-08 Publisher: Penguin Group USA and Audible Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The journal of Michael "Storky" Pomerantz tells the tumultuous tale of life as a high-schooler - complete with the fact that the love of his life is dating a high-school football player. As he chronicles the highs - and, of course, the most embarrassing lows - of his freshman year in high school, Storky paints an amusing and oftentimes hilarious portrait of an average teenager. But Michael is a not-so-ordinary kid, with a wit and charm that is atypical of average teens, and you will soon be cheering for him to lose his nickname and win the girl. ©2005 Debra Garfinkle; (P)2008 Penguin Critic Reviews: "This first novel shows a real flair for comedy and dialogue and genuine empathy for the awkward teen in all of us." (Booklist) Members Reviews: Awesome read I thoroughly enjoyed this one. I wasn't sure how I would do with it, what with it being a YA novel, but let me say that it was probably one of my favorite reads of all-time. Mind you, I have to rank it as I would The Warriors in my all-time movies: Though it is one of my favorite flicks, in ranking it, I have to rank it with ALL variables mixed in. :) That said, I think folks of all ages can enjoy this one. Even folks who don't like to read. Five Stars My fav book of all time All around great book I love this book, it kind of reminds me of a more mature Dairy of a Wimpy Kid. If you are looking for a fun book to read then I would definitely recommend reading this book. Not all that funny It an okay read. Kind cliche. At least to me the whole thing seemed forced. Maybe I've just never. Been much of scrabble person, something about being able to spell. A realistic peek at the HIGH DRAMA OF HIGH SCHOOL! Funny, sad, and a great read! This book not only "swooshed" me back in time to my own high school days, but it also brought memories of my children's high drama of high school. How little reactions (both mental and physical) have changed since then ... and I confess, that was a looooooong time ago. Although Storky's a male, and I'm a female, this author brought not only Storky's feelings but the feelings of all the characters into this story ... in funny and pathetic ways of which we can all relate. And, YES, like most teen boys from time immemorial, there's the inevitable Miss Popular for Storky to lust after, an insensitive father ... and the other high school problems that will trigger the memories of all who read this well-written book. This is a page-turner for teens and for their parents and grandparents, also. I could see the "comic tragedy" of teens shining through the pages AND, in hind-sight, the healthy learning experiences for Storky and the realistic characters in this book. I recommend this book for ALL AGES. It was a nostalgic trip down Memory Lane for me. A great job, Debra Garfinkle! Keep 'em coming; you have found your niche.

The Way of Ping Audiobook by Stuart Avery Gold

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stuart Avery Gold) — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 19:36:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Way of Ping Subtitle: Journey to the Great Ocean Author: Stuart Avery Gold Narrator: Christopher Lane Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 12-30-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: This delightful story captures the fears and doubts faced by all who choose to leave the familiar to make their way in an unknown world, and teaches them to find their true path. As Ping says, "Years can wrinkle a frog's skin, but to live without purpose, well, that wrinkles the soul." Members Reviews: Rivoting and Inspiring I really loved these books. You will be inspired to reach for the moon and not satisfied to just touch to stars. Everyone should have a dream, you can make yours come true. Reach beyond your own mind and realize that if you think you have reached your extreme . . . stretch yourself just a little more and take the leap. You can do it!!! Lovely Hard cover booked which makes it even better to keep. Excellent continuation from the first installment. Really gets me thinking of what I might be missing when I don't take risks. Ping's the thing I've read all of Stuart Avery Gold's books. I've followed his writings from his days as the COO of The Republic of Tea, when his mastery of words and creative media helped make that tea company into one of the most recognized brands in the world marketplace. That's what Stuart Avery Gold does everyday... he turns the ordinary into the extraordinary. His latest Ping adventure is a slender volume that can be quickly read, but can never be forgotten. The passages about climbing to the top... using trust and confidence... letting go... giving up one's safety net... about how the only real danger one has to fear is in not believing in your true self... these are just some of Gold's insights that will stay with me. This short book gave me a boost when I needed one."The Way of Ping" captured my imagination and my enthusiasm. Once again, this short but powerful quick-read is pure Gold. Stuart Avery Gold, that is. As Daikon would say, Stuart, "I get it... I get it." Well, I did get it. And, I thank you. Inspiring If you are looking for some motivation and creative spark, this is great book for you. As someone else said, this book is deceptively simple. It is so packed with truth you may begin to take it for granted and underestimate it's value. Pause a moment when you start to do that. We are creatures driven to consume consume consume - always wondering where our next bit of satisfaction is to be had. You will get more from this book, as well as Mr. Golds other books, if you read slowly and consider the words you are consuming. Great stuff. Nothing new I am not one for "pop psychology" and I feel this book falls into that category. Everything that is talked about in this book seems to me to be common sense. I kept hearing things like "the other man's grass is always greener", "slow and steady wins the race"; empty platitudes that you hear often. I learned nothing new from reading this book.

Lamplighter Audiobook by D M Cornish

biacuaduc@gmail.com (D M Cornish) — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 21:25:55 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lamplighter Subtitle: Monster Blood Tattoo # 2 Author: D M Cornish Narrator: Humphrey Bower Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 10-31-08 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Simultaneous release with the print edition, superbly narrated by the award-winning Humphrey Bower. Gripping fantasy adventure with larger-than-life characters and a world mapped in fascinating detail. The Half-Continent is becoming even more unsafe - monster attacks are on the rise, and every far-flung village or town is calling for help to fight them. Into this dangerous landscape the lamplighters must venture daily, keeping the roads safely lit for travellers. It is not a job for the faint-hearted, and every week there are reports of new theroscades. Foundling Rossamünd Bookchild, sworn into the Emperor's Service as a prentice lamplighter, is finding his training at Winstermill Fortress difficult and lonely. His life is further complicated by the arrival of a young wit, determined to spite her famous mother by becoming a lowly lantern-stick. As Rossamünd begins to make new friends in this sinister world, he also seems to make more enemies, finding himself pushed towards a terrible destiny, a fate beyond anything he could ever have imagined. Members Reviews: One of the best. Nothing more to say. This is another "kids" book that adults will love. If you read the first book and enjoyed it, I can fully recommend this audio version of the second. Massive detail and yet not enough as well - leaves you wanting more. Excellent narration that really suited the style of the story. I love the story and the performance. the narration is spectacular and the story thrilling and immersive. I want to share these stories with my family

Did I Mention I Need You Audiobook by Estelle Maskame

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Estelle Maskame) — Thu, 18 Jan 2018 07:56:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Did I Mention I Need You Author: Estelle Maskame Narrator: Kelly Burke Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 01-18-18 Publisher: Audible Studios Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: It's been a year since 18-year-old Eden Munro last saw Tyler Bruce: her stepbrother...and her secret love. Although they called time on their forbidden relationship for the sake of their family, Eden can't help but feel excited when Tyler invites her to join him in New York City for the summer. Anyway, Eden is happy with her boyfriend, Dean, and surely Tyler has moved on, too. But as they spend a long, hot summer in the excitement of the city that never sleeps, it soon becomes obvious that they aren't over each other. But can they resist temptation? In Did I Mention I Need You?, the second volume of Estelle Maskame's phenomenal DIMILY trilogy, Tyler and Eden must face up to their feelings and decide what to do next. Is their love strong enough to face the challenges that lie ahead? Members Reviews: HOLY CRAP!! This series is everything HOLY CRAP!! This series is everything. Iâm so invested in Tyler and Eden. Their rollercoaster relationship is heart wrenching and caused so many other emotions. I canât wait to dive in to the final book. âI donât know what being in love with someone is supposed to feel likeâ Tyler admits with a breathy laugh, âbut if being in love means thinking about someone every second of ever day...if being in love means your entire mood shifts when theyâre around...if being in love means youâll do anything and everything for them,â he murmurs, âthen I am endlessly in love with you.â (((swoon))) So, so good! After finishing Did I Mention I Love You, I instantly downloaded this book and devoured it as fast as I could. As with the first book, I just couldn't put it down. Love these people. Love the writing style. Love the plot. Want more! Can't believe I have to wait for book 3. This will be torture! I can enjoy a good YA book but this series was hard ... Forced to read it because of a bet with my niece. UGH! The female lead's moods go from 1 to 10 in a matter of seconds and she is forgettable. I understand she is a teenager in the beginning but not the whole series. The family dynamics are poorly described. I can enjoy a good YA book but this series was hard to finish. Five Stars Good Product great quality My 15 year old daughter loved this book My 15 year old daughter loved this book. First book ever to captivate her. Worth 10 stars and worth every penny.

Did I Mention I Love You Audiobook by Estelle Maskame

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Estelle Maskame) — Tue, 19 Dec 2017 07:43:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Did I Mention I Love You Author: Estelle Maskame Narrator: Kelly Burke Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 12-19-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: When 16-year-old Eden Munro agrees to spend the summer with her estranged father in the beachfront city of Santa Monica, California, she has no idea what she's letting herself in for. Eden's parents are divorced and have gone their separate ways, and now her father has a brand new family. For Eden, this means she's about to meet three new step-brothers. The eldest of the three is Tyler Bruce, a troubled teenager with a short temper and a huge ego. Complete polar opposites, Eden quickly finds herself thrust into a world full of new experiences as Tyler's group of friends take her under their wing. But the one thing she just can't understand is Tyler, and the more she presses to figure out the truth about him, the more she finds herself falling for the one person she shouldn't: her step-brother. Throw in Tyler's clingy girlfriend and a guy who has his eyes set on Eden, and there's secrets, lies and a whole lot of drama. But how can Eden keep her feelings under control? And can she ever work out the truth about Tyler? Did I Mention I Love You is the first audiobook in the phenomenal DIMILY trilogy, following the lives of Eden Munro and Tyler Bruce as they try to find their way in an increasingly confusing world. Members Reviews: I loved it! Ive heard great things about this series ... I could not put this book down! I was long over due for a memorable book. Iâve been struggling the past several books Iâve read. I just couldnât get into them so this book was a breath of fresh air. I loved it! Ive heard great things about this series from Booktubers and Bloggers. Sometimes their recommendations disappoint me but this one was just WOW! Iâm totally rooting for Tyler and Eden. So excited for book 2.. Buy it ASAP! I started reading this book on Wattpad as it was being posted and nearly finished it before Estelle decided to take it down to publish it. I loved the book on Wattpad and loved the ending in the published book. This is an amazing Teen Fiction book that I absolutely love. I can't wait to read DIMINY and DIMIMY! I totally recommend this book if you don't mind the step-brother romance topic. Great value and amazing read! Best Book Ever! There were so many emotional twist and turns! I usually I'm really good at figuring a book out before I finish, but this one beat me too it! So many great surprises and connections! Can't wait to read "Did I Mention I Need You"!!! I can enjoy a good YA book but this series was hard ... Forced to read it because of a bet with my niece. UGH! The female lead's moods go from 1 to 10 in a matter of seconds and she is forgettable. I understand she is a teenager in the beginning but not the whole series. The family dynamics are poorly described. I can enjoy a good YA book but this series was hard to finish. Love it! I fell instantly in love with this book and couldn't put it down. I love the characters, the plot, the writing style, everything about it!

Did I Mention I Miss You? Audiobook by Estelle Maskame

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Estelle Maskame) — Thu, 25 Jan 2018 03:00:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Did I Mention I Miss You? Author: Estelle Maskame Narrator: Kelly Burke Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 01-25-18 Publisher: Audible Studios Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: A year has passed since Eden last spoke to Tyler. She remains furious at him for his abrupt departure last summer but has done her best to move on with her life at college in Chicago. As school breaks up for the summer, she's heading back to Santa Monica, but she's not the only one who decides to come home.... Having been left behind to deal with the aftermath of their bombshell revelation and a family torn apart, Eden has no time for Tyler when he reappears. But where has Tyler been? And is she as over him as she likes to think? Or can Tyler and Eden finally work things out, despite their family and against all the odds? The explosive finale to Estelle Maskame's international best-selling DIMILY trilogy, and the highly anticipated conclusion to Eden and Tyler's addictive love story. Members Reviews: I LOVED the first two books and I love this one ... I LOVED the first two books and I love this one too it's good, but it wasn't as good or as emotional as I thought it would be I've waited for this book and counted down the days for it to be released me it just wasn't what I thought it would be. I am happy they got back together I just thought the whole trip would've lasted longer and been more about him trying to win her back or them sneaking around or something. The book had a lot going on in it that wasn't exactly Eden and Tyler and some of the best parts were skipped. Chapter 19 ended with them in town and chapter 20 began with her waking up with no clothes on in his bed. Like why didn't it tell the in between.? I thought I skipped a chapter or something. The other 2 books told everything. I just feel like the last book may have been rushed but it was still a great book. I'm in love with the series A happy ending to a trilogy that I really loved A happy ending to a trilogy that I really loved. I felt as though this book was not as great as the two previous ones but overall am happy with the way things happened. Third book curse? I loved the first 2 books in this series. I can honestly say that I was looking forward to reading this book. I loved Eden and Tyler, I think I have seen so much character growth in both of them. I love hot the first book was about Santa Monica, the second book was about New York, and this book was about Portland. But this book did not make me emotional like the other ones, I was happy that Tyler and Eden got back together, but I did not feel like he tried hard enough and she just gave in so fast!!! This book is about 2 weeks worth of time... which it does not seem very real. Amazing The entire series has you dying for the next chapter. Classic love story 2 people fighting to be together but life gives them turns to work through to find themselves. A true coming of age story. Ugh this is the perfect last book for this series Ugh this is the perfect last book for this series. I am totally in love with eden and Tylerâs love story and this ending really made my heart melt. They have been through so much and I have been hooked the whole way through. I feel like they truly grow into adulthood in this book and take some huge steps towards there future together! Iâll stop gushing but I adore this series from start to finish

Jacmuir: Polarity: Jacmuir Prequel Series, Volume 2 Audiobook by Angeline M. Bishop

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Angeline M. Bishop) — Fri, 04 Aug 2017 05:11:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jacmuir: Polarity: Jacmuir Prequel Series, Volume 2 Author: Angeline M. Bishop Narrator: Keylor Leigh Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 08-04-17 Publisher: Angeline M. Bishop Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Nothing is one-sided - this is the essence of polarity. The wisdom of nature reminds us all that action has an equal and opposite reaction, so we can learn and act accordingly. Before Natro, Resna, and Xavor ruled the kingdom of Jacmuir, they were ordinary college students navigating their senior year at Jacmuir University. Every graduate dreams of securing the perfect job after graduation, but for Resna, the stress of an imminent career opportunity will cause her to reveal a family secret she never wanted to keep. As the semester pressure builds around final projects and exams, Resna is trying to keep everything together at home, at work, and at school. Since Natro is consumed with his knighthood duties, she decides to figure out her next step after graduation alone. When Natro discovers Resna may move away from Jacmuir, he's forced make an unexpected decision about their relationship. At the same time, Resna's mother tries to force Resna to stop spending her extra time at home, which causes an ugly truth to be revealed.

Some Things Guys Will Never Say to Girls Audiobook by Amelia James

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Amelia James) — Tue, 25 Jul 2017 05:49:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Some Things Guys Will Never Say to Girls Author: Amelia James Narrator: Amelia James Format: Unabridged Length: 5 mins Language: English Release date: 07-25-17 Publisher: Amelia James Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Some things guys will never say to girls.

In an Instant Audiobook by Janae Mitchell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Janae Mitchell) — Fri, 21 Jul 2017 01:42:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: In an Instant Author: Janae Mitchell Narrator: Jordan Thomas Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 07-21-17 Publisher: Janae Mitchell Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Summers are supposed to be carefree, a time to relax in the sun and enjoy life. But what if all that changed? What if a normal summer day turned into a day no one would ever forget? We never think it will happen to us, but it can. For Kaden and everyone who loves him, including Emersyn Moore, it did. The day that altered their lives forever happened...and it happened in an instant. Members Reviews: I really enjoyed reading this story of Emersyn and Kaden I really enjoyed reading this story of Emersyn and Kaden. This story is told from Emersyn's point of view. Kaden's point of view is told in his own book Life Can Change. Good quick read Nothing deeply moving or life. Altering, but a pleasant quick read to pass the time. Nothing offensive and nice like able characters. beautiful book with great characters and a perfect ending An emotional, beautiful book with great characters and a perfect ending! I really loved this one. I can't wait to read Kaden's story!!! Four Stars I like that the author did not shy away from the impact of an amputation on everyone involved. Five Stars Easy read

My Boyfriend Bites Audiobook by Dan Jolley

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dan Jolley) — Thu, 29 Jun 2017 23:32:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Boyfriend Bites Subtitle: My Boyfriend Is a Monster, Book 3 Author: Dan Jolley Narrator: Book Buddy Digital Media Format: Unabridged Length: 54 mins Language: English Release date: 06-29-17 Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Vanessa Shingle has a knack for choosing boyfriends who need fixing - the juvenile delinquent, the school cheat, the slacker.... Then she meets Jean-Paul McClellan - the perfect project! Vanessa is determined to find out Jean-Paul's story. Why would such a smart hunk waste his life as a janitor? She drags her best friend, Stork, on a nighttime mission to learn more. What she sees makes her blood run cold. Suddenly Vanessa's little New Mexico town is overrun by vampires - obnoxious ones at that. And Vanessa seems to be their target. Is Jean-Paul one of them? If so, why is he being so nice to her? When he talks about prophecies and legacies and Romania, what's he really up to? Vanessa finds herself with a real situation to fix - and she stakes her life on being able to rise to the challenge. Members Reviews: It Is OK It has an ok story line. I don't think the female main character was trying to "fix" people, it's more like she's trying to help, but she doesn't know how to do it and that's why people think she is trying to change who they're (in a way she is tho Lol). The male main character is gorgeous, he looks better that anyone else in the whole book, like wow, but I feel like the readers don't get to know who he's. The main side character (the female main character's friend) is adorable! He's gorgeous in a cute kinda way, both physically, and psychologically. Tho we don't get to know a lot about him, we can get an idea of what type of person he is, (I love him). Less Original Book number three in the "My Boyfriend is a Monster" series falls short on a few accounts and I say this as a person who normally loves most things vampire. First the vampires while having horrible potential end up rather mundane and the title of the book, "My Boyfriend Bites," is misleading because Jean-Paul McClellan is not one of them and he'll tell you so without a moment's hesitation. The main female character, Vanessa Shingle, is still very well developed and strong, her BFF is also a strong young man, but her backstory, her "destiny" if you will seems like a rehash of several TV shows, movies, and books over the decades. The main plot is shaken and not fully addressed though it is touched upon in the "Queries" section that has ended each of these books -- who is the focus on this mysterious anti-vampire group, wasn't it supposed to be our main girl but then it... don't want to spoil the plot. The drawing style is the same and the storyteller is very similar so if you enjoyed books one and two in the series you'll probably like this one just not as much. Cute My boyfriend is a monster, is a cute manga-sized comic about a 17 year old girl who discovers she is secretly a vampire slayer and who falls in love with a 18 yo boy who is a werebat. The art in this book is really amazing, and while the story is implausible and somewhat cliché, the art makes it all worthwhile. There are so many cool details that the artist puts in different scenes (such as the odd animals people walk on leashes down the street), the cactus at the foot of the children's slide, and the billboards and store names just amusing touches you can find if you look close.

Made for Each Other Audiobook by Paul D. Storrie

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Paul D. Storrie) — Thu, 29 Jun 2017 10:11:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Made for Each Other Subtitle: My Boyfriend Is a Monster, Book 2 Author: Paul D. Storrie Narrator: Book Buddy Digital Media Format: Unabridged Length: 56 mins Language: English Release date: 06-29-17 Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Tom Stone stepped into Seward High and into Maria McBride's life like a bolt of lightning. He's the perfect guy for Maria - nice, smart, and well-built. There's just one problem: his family. Tom's father is the town's new funeral director, and business is booming. The bodies are piling up thick and fast in Persephone Falls, Alaska, so Dr. Stone keeps Tom up late at night working in the funeral home. And it's clear that Dr. Stone and his creepy assistant, Graves, don't want Maria around. Maria knows Tom was made for her. She's determined to find out what Dr. Stone has against her. When Tom refuses to stand up to his father, Maria begins to stitch together the clues...and finds out that the Stones are into recycling in ways she never could have imagined. Members Reviews: adequate graphic novel geared toward (pre)teen girls I am an adult reading graphic novels for the purpose of helping middle school reluctant readers. This is my first My Boyfriend is a Monster book, and I would say it is okay but there are probably better choices out there. The artwork is decent -- black & white comics type, but the story is pretty tame and the character development is inadequate. This might be of interest to Twilight fans, but it is not as good as that, primarily due to shallow characters and a tepid plotline. Maria is a high school student and musician who literally bumps into Mr. Right, only to discover that this mortician's son is actually "built" in the same way Frankenstein's monster was made. Conflicts arise when his family doesn't approve of her, which is a good twist, but the conflicts are not too imaginative and we never see the chemistry between these two young people. The story would be better served by going deeper rather than having the actors go to remote locations. Not evil, but I would not re-purchase this. Better than I thought! This book was obviously very well "LOVED", it looks like new inside and outside, doesn't have markings or bending. Definitively the best used book I've ever bought. The story was good, totally different to your regular "Girl Falls 4 Monster" love story. I loved them both. Maria (female main character) reacted the same way I think I would if I were to find out somebody I like isn't ||HUMAN||, and Tom (male main character) was just so sweet but cool at the same time it's pretty hard no to like him. :) My Boyfriend is a Monster Book 2 - It Will Tear You Apart Tom Stone is the new student at Seward High School and is turning all the girl's eyes, but it's Maria McBride who catches his. They have fun together, when they can, but Tom's father keeps him too busy for much of anything outside of work. Maria tries to visit Tom at home but the creepy assistant Mr. Graves makes it clear to Maria she is not wanted. Not around the funeral home and not around Tom. Tom won't help Maria; he refuses to stand up to his father. Maria knows she and Tom are meant for each other, and becomes determined to find out why Dr. Stone, who now runs the local funeral home, does not want her around. Dr Stone keeps his son busy in the funeral home's basement, late at night. Meanwhile, people in Persephone Falls, Alaska are dying in quick succession, keeping Dr. Stone's funeral home exceptionally busy for a small Alaskan town.

Under His Spell Audiobook by Marie P. Croall

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marie P. Croall) — Thu, 29 Jun 2017 22:42:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Under His Spell Subtitle: My Boyfriend Is a Monster, Book 4 Author: Marie P. Croall Narrator: Book Buddy Digital Media Format: Unabridged Length: 46 mins Language: English Release date: 06-29-17 Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Bethany Farmer's life is a boring high school routine, and she likes it that way. Soccer, coffee, homework, more coffee, and no goofy romance. That is until foreign exchange student Allein Atwood shows up in her Midwestern town, and her life turns epically weird. Allein has unearthly good looks, princely politeness, and a bunch of goofy, romantic pick-up lines. But is his country really so foreign that they don't know anything about soccer? Or coffee? To her horror, Bethany is swept off her feet by Allein's spellbinding ways - and then knocked flat by savage creatures set loose into suburbia to hunt Allein down. Suddenly Bethany's normal town is twisted upside down, and nothing is what it seems. Can Bethany rescue her prince of a boyfriend and keep them both alive long enough to go on a second date? Members Reviews: Spells are Not How to Capture a Girl's Heart This is the fourth book that I have read in the "My Boyfriend is a Monster" series from Graphic Universe. This one is written by Marie P Croall and illustrated by Hyeondo Park. Croall may be best known for her four books in the Graphic Myths and Legends series while Park has done numerous books with Monkey Brains Comics. In "Under His Spell" the "monster" in question is a fae prince whose other world problems interfere with Bethany Farmer's focus on school and sports. Unlike her best friend who seems to fall in and out of love, Bethany never loses her focus, she just adjusts as you have to do during your teen year to thrive and get a firm foundation for your future. Bethany, as is the case with all of the "My Boyfriend is a Monster" series heroines, is realistic yet a very strong young woman. Not easy sexist stereotypes for this series but also no perfect tropes, just honest discussion of teen girls lives across different economic, family style, and academic skill categories. Croall and Park (or their editor) have worked very well together, the text and story are helped by the illustrations and make for a fuller story that I enjoyed reading and would definitely pass on to any teenage girls (or boys) that I knew. Both would have good role models in this series. OK, but not great ARC provided by netGalley Bethany is your normal, average teenage girl and unlike what the back cover says...she isn't boring. She plays soccer, studies hard, and enjoys hanging out with her friends. And everything is normal...until a fae prince in hiding appears. And troubles arises. Bethany and her friends must quickly figure out how to survive and "like" might be on the horizon. This is the 4th book in the "My Boyfriend is a Monster" series and the books in this series seem to be a bit hit or miss in the story/artwork. The first one for example was great, the third one--"Love Bites"...not so much. This one is kinda in between. Admittedly I'm not the target audience, but I'll give any graphic novel a read at least once. The writing in this volume is....decent. I still have problems with the transitions between events (its a problem that's plagued all of the series.) There just often aren't any. One page you're on the soccer field and the next one you're at her house. Just nothing in between, no real sense of time frame, etc.

He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not Audiobook by Robin Mayhall

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robin Mayhall) — Thu, 29 Jun 2017 10:22:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not Subtitle: My Boyfriend Is a Monster, Book 7 Author: Robin Mayhall Narrator: Book Buddy Digital Media Format: Unabridged Length: 53 mins Language: English Release date: 06-29-17 Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Serena Stevens is already popular in her new school in the tiny Texas town of Rojo - so popular she has two guys interested in her. Self-assured Lance is a football star, and introverted Cam is an intellectual who gets nervous just working with her on their English project about Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. In a town with a single-minded obsession with football, Lance is a great catch, but there's something unique about Cam. Between the two of them, Serena has the perfect boyfriend...if she can figure out how to keep them apart. Soon there's much more to worry about when two cheerleaders go missing. Serena starts to wonder: Could one of the guys be responsible? Appearances might be deceiving...and who will Serena end up with when things come to a boil? Members Reviews: It's high school taken to another level High school is one big pool of pressures and dilemmas. Does the "it crowd" like me? Will I ever have a boy/girlfriend? Are my parents cool or lame? Will I do the right thing? This tale hits all the measures of high school then brings it to another level with the sci fi element. The read doesn't drag. The storyline keeps the reader captivated. There is just enough foreshadowing without giving the story away. The illustrations are fantastic. The characters are depicted as real people and totally believable. I love the way the illustrations show subtle changes in Serena as well. A great read that won't disappoint and my interest has been piqued to read other tales in the "My Boyfriend is a Monster" series. Not my favorite The pencils in this make everyone look sort of chubby. Okay art, if you like this style. The boyfriend and his relationship with the protagonist was a classic boyfriend/abuser relationship. This was portrayed as doctor Jekyll/Mr. Hyde and the girlfriend never really calls him on it... Instead she makes excuses as to why he acts like a jerk. The ending did not really satisfy and left a lot unanswered. Fine for those teens who like this sort of thing, but I would've preferred something a bit more empowering that helped the girlfriend leave the abusive relationship behind, even if the abuser himself could not help it because of his problems in the story. Serena finds herself in a dating dilemma when her boyfriend turns out to be w-e-i-r-d.! Serena Stevens was totally disgusted that she had to transfer to a podunk town from San Antonio just a few weeks into her junior year. Her best friend, Consuela, tried to console her about all the dating possibilities, but dating guys who wore cowboy hats? Ugh!!! Consuela was a "dating whirlwind," and Serena was a bit more reserved. Looked like Rojo High, a school big on football, wasn't exactly going to be big time fun, but she and Consuela could Skype. At the Friday night game she spotted Cameron Jacobs, a hot guy, who blew her off claiming he "mostly studies at home." It didn't look like her dating prospects in Rojo were going to be all that promising. Like not at all. Lance Hyland, the star quarterback, unexpectedly peeked over her shoulder when Serena got a note from the guidance counselor. "Aw, man ... called to Gary Barry's office already?" He was just kidding and offered to show her the way AND asked her out! Cam, who could easily be her crush was going to be her study partner.

Teen Love Trilogy Audiobook by Dana Burkey

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dana Burkey) — Fri, 05 May 2017 04:15:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Teen Love Trilogy Author: Dana Burkey Narrator: Amy Hilburn Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 05-05-17 Publisher: Dana Chauvin Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Enjoy three sweet stories for teens in Dana Burkey's Teen Love Trilogy! Made up of three books (The Kiss Dare, On Thin Ice, and Guarding the Lake), this box set of short romances are perfect for fans of YA books and first crushes alike.

Wrapped Up in You Audiobook by Dan Jolley

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dan Jolley) — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 01:44:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wrapped Up in You Subtitle: My Boyfriend Is a Monster, Book 6 Author: Dan Jolley Narrator: Book Buddy Digital Media Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 1 min Language: English Release date: 04-21-17 Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Staci Glass feels cursed - whenever there's a crisis, she's stuck in the middle. Now her best friend, Faith, has a new hobby, and against her better judgment, Staci conjures up the courage to go along. They join a trio of wannabe witches for a magical ceremony in an Incan history exhibit. Their chanting is loud enough to raise the dead, it seems. Why else would a shriveled-up mummy go missing - and a mysterious Incan prince suddenly appear? Prince Pachacutec - or "Chuck" - is a man with a past. He died tragically 500 years ago, but that's all ancient history as far as Staci is concerned. He is everything she could want - kind, charming, and drop-dead gorgeous. But the witches aren't willing to live and let live. Will Staci fight for Chuck? Or do the witches have a point when they say reanimated corpses make bad boyfriends? Members Reviews: Just my opinion. This is a very well written story. A lot of emotion. I rated it a three because it is kind of weird with the whole magic stuff. However all around good plot. I really hope for sequels to the My Boyfriend is a Monster series. I would really like to see their stories.

The Yearbook Committee Audiobook by Sarah Ayoub

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sarah Ayoub) — Fri, 16 Dec 2016 00:08:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Yearbook Committee Author: Sarah Ayoub Narrator: Tim Potter, Eloise Mignon Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-16 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Five teenagers. Five lives. One final year. The school captain: Ryan has it all...or at least he did, until an accident snatched his dreams away. How will he rebuild his life and what does the future hold for him now? The newcomer: Charlie's just moved interstate and she's determined not to fit in. She's just biding her time until Year 12 is over and she can head back to her real life and her real friends.... The loner: At school, nobody really notices Matty. But at home, Matty is everything. He's been single-handedly holding things together since his mum's breakdown, and he's never felt so alone. The popular girl: Well, the popular girl's best friend...cool by association. Tammi's always bowed to peer pressure, but when the expectations become too much to handle, will she finally stand up for herself? The politician's daughter: Gillian's dad is one of the most recognisable people in the state and she's learning the hard way that life in the spotlight comes at a very heavy price. Five unlikely teammates thrust together against their will. Can they find a way to make their final year a memorable one or will their differences tear their world apart? Members Reviews: Despite the fact that almost none of them are on the committee by choice they gradually form friendships with each other and put The Yearbook Committee is being described as this generationâs The Breakfast Club and I can see why! The setting for this novel takes place in a private school. Five Year 12 students are thrown together onto the yearbook committee and we get to read about their progress over the entire school year. The story is told from the perspective of each of the members of the yearbook committee who are all dealing with their own personal issues while they are completing their final year of high school. Despite the fact that almost none of them are on the committee by choice they gradually form friendships with each other and put together a pretty amazing yearbook. The Yearbook Committee tackles some serious issues. Bullying is a major theme, and itâs the kind of insidious, relentless gossip that is unfortunately far too common among females. It can be so difficult to pinpoint or deal with and I think Ayoub did a brilliant job of depicting it realistically. This kind of bullying has always been around in high schools (and some workplaces!), but it can be so much worse when it moves online. The problem with the internet is that everything on it is permanent and public. So, unlike the pre-internet days when you could go home from school and it didnât exist bullying now follows teenagers everywhere they go, even when they graduate! Apologies for the rant here, but itâs a subject dear to my Internet Communications geek heart. Getting back on topic, brilliant job by the author to raise such an important issue in the language that teenagers will pay attention to! This novel also tackles such issues as family and peer pressure, mental illness, self-esteem issues, gender stereotyping and questions about friendships, decency and life after school. And it is all presented in a non-preachy and brilliant story with interesting and well-developed characters that teenagers and YA fans will fall in love with. Bonus points from me because it was set in Sydney with many references to my hometown, Melbourne.

Ride Audiobook by Lisa Glass

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lisa Glass) — Thu, 20 Apr 2017 18:45:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ride Subtitle: Blue, Book 3 Author: Lisa Glass Narrator: Katie Lyons Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 04-20-17 Publisher: Hachette Children's Books Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: As a professional surfer, 17-year-old Iris has travelled the sun-kissed beaches of the globe. But after a tumultuous week in Miami leaves her heartbroken, Iris returns to her hometown on the south coast of England. Putting her promising career on hold. Leaving behind Zeke, the boy who changed her world. Iris is desperate to get back to her old life, to the family and friends she grew up with. She wants to rediscover her passion for surfing. She needs to move on. But Iris soon realises it won't be that simple. Because while a summer romance might last only the season, first love never truly leaves you. Members Reviews: 3rd time not so lucky? (Contains Spoilers) !SPOILERS! I was let down, after reading this because of the high quality of the previous two books. I found that while the character went through some bad stuff, she did some bad stuff, but in the end, it was never gone back to. She never learnt a lesson or found a way to do things better. A lot of novels have characters that begin at a point, where they then learn a lesson and then resolve their issues. Now although Iris gets back with her dream boy, they do not overcome their problems so who's to say that it won't happen again. Now I know that the world isn't perfect and we can't expect it to work, but leaving a reader with as much hope as the way it ended last time was sad. As the previous novel had a massive plot twist, of Zeke doing drugs again, although not as bad, I expected to see some sort of way he overcame that fall. I expected to read more about the PTSD, which could have been the author's chance to bring awareness to others about this. As the novel was ending i thought it was the area where some meaning was coming through. The beginning of the novel had no substance, although it was clear that Iris was in a bad patch, we didn't read about how she was feeling only what she was doing. This novel didn't link back much to the previous one, as we didn't hear much about the other characters like Saskia, Anders & Seb, except in passing. This meant that it didn't feel as if it actually was the third book in a series, and it didn't seem much of a surf book, as the first and second ones did. This is not to say that it was lacking in good stuff, it just needed more to make it a great book. It was good to get an answer to our questions and to be brought back to Fistral. There was one sentence that I absolutely loved and thought it made a fantastic ending sentence. "And when we are feeling brave and the waves are fast and clean, we will release the fins beneath our feet and take to the spinning skies for that dazzling, fleeting, blue air ride." I think if I am allowed to give advice, it would be; bring us more substance and use the words as you did in this sentence, bring it to us in a compelling way and make sure the current brings us to your stories. -S the very definition of a local girl made good in a town where professional surfers are rock stars Ride is the Third and final book in the trilogy Blue. Iris and Zeke go thru hard times in their lives facing adult decisions and looking for their own identity. Iris struggles to find her place in Newquay again. Sheâs a celebrity now, the very definition of a local girl made good in a town where professional surfers are rock stars. She is different. Unwilling to admit the truth, even to herself, Iris lets her emotions overrule her head.

Blue, Book 1 Audiobook by Lisa Glass

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lisa Glass) — Thu, 20 Apr 2017 02:11:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blue, Book 1 Author: Lisa Glass Narrator: Katie Lyons Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 04-20-17 Publisher: Hachette Children's Books Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Surfing is 16-year-old Iris' world, and when the ultra-talented Zeke walks into her life, it soon becomes her passion. Over one amazing summer, as she is drawn into his sphere, she experiences love and new friendships but also loss, with an intensity she never dreamed of. But is Zeke all he seems? What hides beneath his glamorous and mysterious past? When Iris decides to try for her own surfing success just as her ex-boyfriend comes back into her life, she will test her talent, and her feelings for Zeke, to the limit.... Members Reviews: INCREDIBLE If you could sum up Blue, Book 1 in three words, what would they be? Charming, Thrilling, Original What other book might you compare Blue, Book 1 to, and why? Blue is a mix of different books, romantic, action and comedy. Which scene did you most enjoy? Any surf scene! Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? The incredible thing about Lisa's books is that she can make you laugh and cry in the same sentence, she has a totally unique way of writing which can grip you from the first sentence! Any additional comments? Incredible book which I really enjoyed, a love story unlike any other! I recommend this book to boys, girls, young and old!

Air Audiobook by Lisa Glass

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lisa Glass) — Thu, 20 Apr 2017 02:02:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Air Subtitle: Blue, Book 2 Author: Lisa Glass Narrator: Katie Lyons Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 04-20-17 Publisher: Quercus Children's Books Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Last year, one amazing summer was enough to turn Iris' world upside down. She met the boy of her dreams, the super talented Zeke, and the two of them set off on a pro-surfing adventure around the globe. Now, one week in Miami could be enough to tear her life apart. When Iris and Zeke take a break from competitions to relax on South Beach, Iris feels more than just the draw of the surf pulling Zeke away from her. Something's not right, and soon Iris will have to decide if she and Zeke are really the best thing for each other after all. Members Reviews: Even better than Blue I read Air in one morning, ditching work just to be able to read it the second I received it in my Kindle account. I was super impatient to read more of Iris's and Zeke's story because I knew it would be good. Although there's a lot less surfing this time around, if anything, the novel is even more intense. All the emotional drama, the well-rounded characters, the guessing about Zeke was what drew me in and I couldn't put it down until I finished it. The first thing that impressed me was how the two protagonists were the perfect mixture of their old characters and a few new traits that instantly showed that a lot has happened since Blue, that they live a different sort of life, that their relationship has changed. It was like meeting old friends that are just changed enough for you to want to know what has happened since you last saw them. I loved how the tensions between Iris and Zeke escalated subtly as the story developed, leading to an intense finale. Zeke's secret was alluded to masterfully throughout the novel, but never too obviously so that once it was revealed it was just as much a shock to me as it was to Iris. It felt so real, the way Lisa Glass had Zeke and Iris struggle with how they went from barely knowing each other to practically living with each other. Such a thing can be really stressful for a young couple and I thought she wrote it so well. All those little things that people annoy each other with, the tiny problems that just keep piling up. The linguist in me was again thrilled with how authentically young the language sounded, the dialects, the slang, the surfing expressions, all of it. The writing style is so effortless and perfect for a young adult novel. I respect authors that I can rely on to deliver because I appreciate how difficult that is. But with Air, there is no second-book syndrome. If anything, I thought it was perhaps even more accomplished, especially character-wise, than Blue. Iâm sure Iâll be skipping work some time next June again when the third book in the series, Ride, comes out. If you loved Blue you will adore this book too Air is the Second book in the trilogy Blue. If you loved Blue you will adore this book too. Air follows their story as they go off to surfing competitions and promoting various surf wear labels professionally. I loved getting back into this world. Air doesnât start right from where Blue finished, things that happened in between are mentioned throughout the novel to catch you up. I loved how the tensions between Iris and Zeke escalated subtly as the story developed, leading to an intense finale. Zekeâs secret was alluded to masterfully throughout the novel, but never too obviously so that once it was revealed it was just as much a shock to me as it was to Iris. I couldnât put it down until I finished it. Another great book from Lisa.

Unconventional Audiobook by Maggie Harcourt

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Maggie Harcourt) — Wed, 01 Feb 2017 08:53:22 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unconventional Author: Maggie Harcourt Narrator: Rosie Jones Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 02-01-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Lexi Angelo is a Convention Kid - she's got a clipboard and a walkie talkie to prove it. Aidan Green is a messy-haired, annoyingly arrogant author and he's disrupting her perfect planning. In a flurry of awkward encounters, lost schedules and late-night conversations, Lexi discovers that some things can't be planned.... Things like falling in love. Members Reviews: Wonderful! What did you like most about Unconventional? Everything about it was lovely. Constantly entertaining, relatable, a great bunch of characters and the story was a lot of fun. What other book might you compare Unconventional to, and why? It's quite similar to 'Fangirl' by Rainbow Rowell, 'Unconventional' is a good book for anyone who likes conventions like Comic-Con or any kind of fandom, but also has some great friendships and family dynamics. What does Rosie Jones bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you had only read the book? Rosie really made it a great listening experience, her lively and upbeat voice really matched the tone of the book and worked so well with the characters she was portraying.Her various different accents were also very impressive as it's a very diverse book.

The Cabin Audiobook by Jessie Bradford

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jessie Bradford) — Thu, 08 Dec 2016 00:20:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Cabin Author: Jessie Bradford Narrator: Fred Theodore Fadick III Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 12-08-16 Publisher: Jessie Bradford Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Love comes in many forms, sometimes an act of pure evil makes us do the unthinkable for the people we love. Kyle and Sam have been friends for years, but on a last chance get-together with friends their friendship is pushed to the limit. Can their friendship blossom into something Kyle has always wanted or will his forced act push Sam to her breaking point causing Kyle to do the unthinkable? Members Reviews: Definitely recommended If you want a short-ish but dark and captivating read, The Cabin should be right up your alley. It's a suspenseful, gripping story that will keep you turning the pages--and keep you guessing right up to the end. I've read several works by this author, and I have yet to be disappointed! I definitely recommend this one.

Star's Return Audiobook by Emily Del Rosario

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Emily Del Rosario) — Tue, 01 Nov 2016 03:12:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Star's Return Author: Emily Del Rosario Narrator: Carol Ayon Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-16 Publisher: Emily Del Rosario Vansant Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Star's Return is the sequel to Star's Gift. Star's Return is a paranormal love story for young adults. Now that Star and Rudy are happily married, they travel to the Yucatan, in Mexico, for their honeymoon. This second book deals with Star and Rudy's adventures in Mexico. While visiting Rudy's grandfather in Mexico, Star has to deal with her premonitions in a strange country. Members Reviews: I enjoyed her storytelling and cast of characters and the suspence I tried Emily's first book although I am an adult , I enjoyed her storytelling and cast of characters and the suspence, so when I found a sequal I decided to read it also. I enjoyed reading it. I liked the story , the places she described , the characters and finally a surprise ending.. I will read her next one ? Hopefully

The Boy Who Doesn't Exist Audiobook by Erin Moberly

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Erin Moberly) — Tue, 18 Oct 2016 08:23:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Boy Who Doesn't Exist Author: Erin Moberly Narrator: Andrew Davenport Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs Language: English Release date: 10-18-16 Publisher: Moon Books Publishing Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Can a boy who doesn't exist love a real girl? How about a girl who does exist, can she love a pretend boy? Members Reviews: Pretty good story An excellent first published book by this author. However, I got in contact with her, and apparently the publisher messed up a few things. The format of the book is one, you can tell because everything is in a formal font and there aren't any paragraphs. He also used the whitest paper ever. It's like rrading a contract. Despite this, I wasn't able to pull away from the book and finished it in a day. Plot Was Great This was the kind of book that has you immediately trying to figure out what's really going on and you continue to do so throughout the entire book. I read it in one day because I just had to have answers. Definitely recommend.

As I Descended Audiobook by Robin Talley

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robin Talley) — Tue, 06 Sep 2016 07:23:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: As I Descended Author: Robin Talley Narrator: Amielynn Abellera Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 09-06-16 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: From the acclaimed author of Lies We Tell Ourselves, Amnesty Honour winner Robin Talley, comes a Shakespeare-inspired story of revenge and redemption, where fair is foul, and foul is fair. Maria Lyon and Lily Boiten are their school's ultimate power couple - but one thing stands between them and their perfect future: campus superstar Delilah Dufrey. Golden child Delilah is a legend at exclusive Acheron Academy and the presumptive winner of the distinguished Cawdor Kingsley Prize. But Delilah doesn't know that Lily and Maria are willing to do anything - absolutely anything - to unseat Delilah for the scholarship. After all, it would lock in Maria's attendance at Stanford - and assure her and Lily four more years in a shared dorm room. Together Maria and Lily harness the dark power long rumored to be present on the former plantation that houses their school. But when feuds turn to fatalities and madness begins to blur the distinction between what's real and what's imagined, the girls must attempt to put a stop to the chilling series of events they've accidentally set in motion. Critic Reviews: Reviews from Robin Talley's CILIP Carnegie-nominated novel Lies We Tell Ourselves: "The main characters are terrific in what is a moving YA novel. And an important one." (The Telegraph) "This is so thought-provoking it almost hurts to read it, yet every word is needed, is necessary and consequently this is a novel that lingers long after you've finished it." (Lovereading) "This is an emotional and compelling read that I did not want to put down. It is...beautifully written and the tension just simmers on the pages." (Bookbabblers) "This book packs a very powerful punch." (Historical Novel Society) "With great characterisation, tough issues covered, and a plot which had me guessing right up until the last pages, this is a must-read. Massively recommended!" (The Bookbag) "This exceptional novel of first love and sexual awakenings is set against a backdrop of shocking racism and prejudice. It is incredibly well written as the tense, riveting story seamlessly combines fiction with historical fact." (Booktrust) "Every now and then a Young Adult book comes along that I want to push into every readers hands both young and old and Lies We Tell Ourselves is that book for 2014." (Jess Hearts Books) "Talley has mixed two controversial topics together to create a firecracker of a story." (Cheryl M-M's Book Blog) Members Reviews: Fantastic and Creepy This book is amazing. It is indeed very much Shakespeare inspired and I love it. It was creepy and dramatic with cute pieces sprinkled in. What I liked most was that the characters weren't perfect. They all had rather jarring flaws that made the reading even better. I cried when a certain character died and whooped when another did... so all in all very good rollercoaster of a book. YA Bookclub pick! This was the book chosen by my students for our book club. They can not stop talking about it! They love the other-worldly, supernatural themes, but what they love the most, is recognizing themselves and friends in the broad spectrum of characters and relationships. There are characters of all genders, races and sexual orientations. Very entertaining. Macbeth for Teenagers...mostly A teenage re-imagining of Macbeth that was so very good.

Saint Anything Audiobook by Sarah Dessen

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sarah Dessen) — Thu, 28 Jul 2016 17:55:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Saint Anything Author: Sarah Dessen Narrator: Taylor Meskimen Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 07-28-16 Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Peyton, Sydney's charismatic older brother, has always been the star of the family, receiving the lion's share of their parents' attention and - lately - concern. When Peyton's increasingly reckless behaviour culminates in an accident, a drunk driving conviction and a jail sentence, Sydney is cast adrift, searching for her place in the family and the world. When everyone else is so worried about Peyton, is she the only one concerned about the victim of the accident? Enter the Chathams, a warm, chaotic family who run a pizza parlor, play bluegrass on weekends and pitch in to care for their mother, who has multiple sclerosis. Here Sydney experiences unquestioning acceptance. And here she meets Mac: gentle, watchful, and protective, who makes Sydney feel seen, really seen, for the first time. Members Reviews: Okay, Not Amazing SPOILER ALERT TOWARDS THE END!!!!!!!!!!!!! Was looking forward to diving into this novel over the summer while on vacation. Usually Sarah Dessen novels are pretty good, but this one I actually found myself pushing through just because I bought it and didn't want to waste the money spent. Overall, I think the characters were flat, the plot also lacked depth, and I kept turning the pages waiting for SOMETHING to happen, but it never really did until the end, and once it did, I wasn't sure what to make of it, as neither did the author, it seems. In stories lacking any real meaningful action and events throughout, you would think time would be spent building the characters, but instead what it was was a lot of filler. It's as if Ms. Dessen just wanted to create another book, and out this came, without any time or care put into the storyline. Also, being a YA novel, I would have liked to see the protagonist with a louder voice and a greater sense of agency. Sexual assault was almost minimized in favor of a plot line favoring a budding romance. Not a good message to send to young readers, in my opinion. Overall, I won't be buying anymore of Dessen's books in the future, but if one were sitting on a coffee table at a doctor's office, I'd probably pick it up to kill time. I love how she wove *4.5 stars* This was my first Dessen novel and it won't be my last. I love how she wove: first love, genuine friendships, finding yourself and family problems all in one book. This has such great lessons about family, choices, friends and deciding where you stand which teens need today. The pacing felt perfect and this reminded me of summer all over again. If you're not sure where to start with Dessen's books, I would start here. Love it ~4.5/5 It should be no surprise that I loved this book. I went in knowing that I would, with no doubt of it being amazing. Iâve loved all of Dessenâs books at this point, and she can do no wrong. This is one of the first books that took me like a week to read, though. Usually theyâre done in a day, but sadly work got in my way, over and over again. This is about Sydney, whoâs always felt invisible, especially next to her older brother. Heâs always the center of attention, even when he got in trouble. And then he did something really bad, and suddenly Sydneyâs getting more attention. She changes schools, distances herself from her friends, and stumbles upon some new ones. I liked Sydney.

Ellyphant Audiobook by Marie Cole

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marie Cole) — Thu, 03 Mar 2016 13:54:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ellyphant Subtitle: Elly & Kent, Book 1 Author: Marie Cole Narrator: Talmadge Ragan Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 03-03-16 Publisher: Marie Cole Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Sometimes it takes a while to see what's right in front of you.... The year is 1999, and Elly Palmer and Kent Lytle are embarking on their senior year of high school. Their lives change forever when a stranger comes into town riding in her candy apple red Audi Cabriolet. Jen Derby wants one thing: Kent. And no one is going to stand in her way, not even his best friend "Elly-phant". When winning Kent's complete attention isn't as easy as she thought it would be, Jen fights back with a vengeance. The poison-laced smiles Jen threw her way made one thing clear to Elly: Jen isn't the one for Kent. How long would it be before Kent saw Jen for who she really was? And when he did would he turn his attentions in Elly's hopeful direction? Hear the beginning of their story in this high school novel. Members Reviews: Five Stars Not at all what I expected but still enjoyed the story great book I loved this book. Such a great story. I have read the two that come after this. All I can say is I want more. I love reading Elly and Kent's story. Big Love Yup.. I loved this one. And Part two finishes things off nicely. This is a great story, very angsty! This is a story about true love, and what can happen when you don't have the courage to say what you really feel. Cute but sad CLIFFHANGER -- how teenagers treat each other! It was cute but sad and truthful story about high school kids. I enjoyed reading it, it made me smile, cry, laugh, upset with the way Elly was treated by not only other students, but by her so called "best friend". Neither wanted to lose the other, but weren't mature enough to tell the other how they felt. So in the end they lost each other anyway! :-( I was wondering through out why Jen was with Kent, what game she was playing (other than keeping Ken & Elly apart). Jen seems like the "typical guy" in high school "wanting to get into your pants", which story was true by the way the one she told Elly that she was a virgin or the one she told Ken which she was not. She changed him, I wonder how it will turn out if you decide to continue the story (which I hope you do)! I'm NOT a fan of cliffhangers, but you left it off with a "hopeful" ending, in which it could continue or not.

Maggie and the Mercury Retrograde Audiobook by Anya Monroe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Anya Monroe) — Mon, 29 Feb 2016 06:32:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Maggie and the Mercury Retrograde Subtitle: A Love and Star Stuff Story, Book 1 Author: Anya Monroe Narrator: Katie Welburn Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 02-29-16 Publisher: Anya Monroe Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: My life is spinning out of control faster than I can say sorry for all the things I've done since this whole planetary shift began. Like apologize for the fact I made out with my soon-to-be stepbrother. And his stepbrother. And that I'm crushing on the one guy I swore I'd never be into...while keeping it all from my BFF. Mom says I think the world revolves around me, but the truth is, I'm just trying to survive the worst week of my life. The universe is legit out to get me. It started when my gaming nemesis deleted my AsteroMine galaxy and it's only gone downhill from there. It isn't my fault. I swear. Members Reviews: 5 Platypires Oh my god, this book. Let me explain something to you... I crazy stalk new release books on Amazon everyday, and I do add some of them to my wishlist. What I don't do is immediately buy a book when I see it, except this one. I'm pretty busy right now, but I planned on reading this in December when I had a couple weeks off. As you may be able to tell, it is not December yet. I couldn't even make it a month without reading this. 5% into the story, and I knew I would love it. Do you mean character is a teenager girl obsessed with a video game. That is basically my life. Although I am no longer teenager, most of teen years were spend online playing video games. There is a whole of a lot of drama in this book. Maggie, the main character, is trying to figure out how to balance her obsession with this game and real life. I have been there. I met my husband on an online game. I tried to kill his character off shortly after we first met. We went from never talking, to talking online all the time, to talking on the phone all the time. The majority of our conversations were about the game, at first. But then things changed, we met in real life, and long story short we just celebrated our 5 year wedding anniversary. â This is the exact kind of nerdy romance that I have always wanted to read, because I can relate to it. This was fantastic, I loved it, and I had a huge grin on my face during the entire last 10% or so. So good! This book kind of came at the perfect time for me. Mercury retrogrades will kick your butt, such is the case with Maggie who I found to be completely relatable when I recall my own angsty and melodramatic teen years. This is a testament to Anya who really knows how to write teenagers. The dialogue impressed me the most and even though I'm no gamer I had no trouble keeping up with the pace and plot. Tallie was a great side character and I'm stoked she's getting her own story! Also this book really made me want to visit Seattle. Light and fun. Five stars for sure! *** I read an ARC of this book*** This book is so much fun! Maggie's voice shines with her unique personality the whole way through. She doesn't always make the right decisions, but I loved how she grew throughout the story. I could definitely identify with Maggie and the way she seemed to dig herself deeper and deeper as the plot progressed. I definitely grew to love all of the characters and was SO happy to see there's a second book in this series coming out. Can't wait to read more. CUTE! CUTE! CUTE! CUTE. CUTE. CUTE. Perfect escapism that I needed in a my hectic life. I enjoyed the characters, I love reading about Seattle, and then we went away for a destination wedding as well.

Tina's Revenge Audiobook by Rita Hestand

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rita Hestand) — Wed, 24 Feb 2016 19:50:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tina's Revenge Subtitle: Tina Stories Author: Rita Hestand Narrator: Lauren Stansell Format: Unabridged Length: 22 mins Language: English Release date: 02-24-16 Publisher: Rita Hestand Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Every girl wants the most popular boy in school to notice her. But Tina was having a hard time getting Zach Taylor to pay any attention to her. Zach liked Jennifer, the cheerleader. What could Tina do to get his attention? And who was the geek who kept helping her all the time?

Just Breathe Audiobook by Vincent Morrone

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Vincent Morrone) — Fri, 07 Oct 2016 02:30:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Just Breathe Author: Vincent Morrone Narrator: Amy Hilburn Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 10-07-16 Publisher: Vincent Morrone Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Trigger warning: This content deals with an account of sexual assault and may be triggering to some people. When Cassie Shaw looks at Noah Hunt, she sees a knight in shining armor, but she's convinced he sees her as nothing but damaged goods. Noah saved her from a brutal assault, talked her through a panic attack, and held her when she broke down crying. Noah is a mystery. He avoids talking about his past, his phone rings with calls from four women he won't talk about, and he receives texts from over a dozen more. To add to the intrigue, when Cassie tries to kiss him, he gets a look of sheer panic in his eyes. Cassie finally finds a chink in Noah's armor, and realizes that he's even more damaged than she is. He saved her. Now it's her turn to save him. Members Reviews: You can't go wrong with this one!! Wow!!! I am so glad that I finally got to read this book! You see, one day I was on Amazon looking for a book to read when I came across Just Breathe. I loved the cover and then when I read the synopsis, I was sold. I bought it. However, I had some things come up and the book was pushed back and almost forgotten. (Sorry Mr. Morrone!) Well, when I went to read it, I had problems with the download and it would get stuck and blah, blah, blah. After phone calls to Amazon and some tinkering, I finally got it and I am so elated that I did. I Loved this book! It was an amazing read and I encourage everyone to read it. I don't want to give anything away because I want you to find out for yourself how incredible this book is. Ok, so why the 5 stars?? Well, I loved how the synopsis gives you only so much to reel you in and get you interested. Then as you delve into the story there are all these surprises. The author did an amazing job with this book. I loved the 'I didn't see that coming' plot. I felt like I was reading a book by James Patterson or something. Yes, there are some editing problems here and there but who cares when the story is so good! Noah and Cassie, the main characters, were perfect. At first Cassie was a little immature and whiny but she grows up as the story progresses. Noah is incredible!! He is definitely my new book boyfriend! I loved them together and really cared for them. As much as I loved them, I loved the secondary characters! Cassie's Dad and brother Tyler, her friends, Noah's grandfather, Amber, Diana, Pamela - I was just as enamored with them! I cared about all of them! Now, how many books can you say that about? I could keep going on and on but I'll stop here. I'm not going to rehash what is already known from the back of the book. All I'm going to say is to buy this book, put it on your TBR list, whatever- just read it!! You can't go wrong!! Lastly, I'd like to give a shout out to this awesome author. Thank You for this incredible book!! I am hooked and a fan for life! I look forward to reading more of your work!! So, run people, get this book!!! 4.5 stars for a really fascinating story! Just Breathe is my first Vincent Morrone and I can tell you and it won't be my last. What a different yet truly well written book. This is not your typical love story.

Mum Never Did Learn to Knock Audiobook by Cathy Hopkins

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Cathy Hopkins) — Thu, 12 Nov 2015 23:25:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mum Never Did Learn to Knock Author: Cathy Hopkins Narrator: Charlotte Strevens Format: Unabridged Length: 38 mins Language: English Release date: 11-12-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: A moving tale of laughter and loss from best-selling Cathy Hopkins. Emily and her dad have been on their own since her mum left. But Emily has a secret: she still sees her mum, and people are beginning to worry about her. Because Emily's mum isn't coming back.... But as her friendship with Mark starts to develop into something more, can Emily find the strength to start letting go? Members Reviews: Wonderful I loved this book. I will enjoy reading many more of this author's books. I hope she writes many more. Three Stars good reading, but, a little slow

Star's Gift Audiobook by Emily Del Rosario

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Emily Del Rosario) — Fri, 23 Oct 2015 11:60:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Star's Gift Author: Emily Del Rosario Narrator: Helene McCardle Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 10-23-15 Publisher: Emily Vansant Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Emily Del Rosario dedicates this book to all young adults who love romance and the paranormal. An infant girl is born during the Spring Equinox. As the years went by she began to notice that she was different from the other children in school. Her father hid the truth from her, thinking she was too young to know she had the power of premonition. He also told Star never to go into the attic in their home. As a teen, Star also had her own secrets she kept from her father. The biggest secret was when she falls in love. She hides that fact from everyone except her best friend Marie Ann.

Fanmail Audiobook by Jill Marshall

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jill Marshall) — Thu, 16 Jul 2015 12:31:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fanmail Author: Jill Marshall Narrator: Leonora Haig Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 07-16-15 Publisher: jill marshall Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Dear Mr Scowl, I am writing you a letter because... well, actually because I have a ban on trying to get too close to Jazzy D, or Jason Devaney, as I would call him - as we sort of went to school together in Jersey. So while I know it would probably be better to come and find you, I think your security men would probably not let me in. (It's all a very big mix-up, which I'll tell you about when you come to collect your goods). So, I'm not into Facespace and Tweeting and all of that stuff (because I'm sure you have secretaries going through all those things and answering for you) to give you some very important information. If you're missing a certain pop-star... I mean, if the lead singer of a certain very popular band has gone missing... No, I mean, I know you'll have kept it out of the papers so as not to upset the legions of Jazzy D fans and Divvies the world over, but I happen to know where he is. The thing is, Mr Scowl, I'm not quite sure how it came about, and especially how he managed to turn up at my mum/boyfriend/partner/companion/associate/fiancé's house, but he did, and I've had to deal with the fall-out. So right now, Stephen, your teen idol is living in my shed. Cat Andrews' life is falling apart. The chemical reactions of the brain are all going wrong - between her friend, Gorgeous Dolores, the new boy with the divinely attractive upper lip, and the girl with hair wings (i.e., her). Her mum's got a New Man and the New Man has a daughter she's expected to get on with. And on top of all that, for some reason a pop star she can't abide seems to have adopted her. It's going to take more than a couple of letters to sort it all out, but luckily Cat Andrews is not your average girl, and she's more than up to the task of working out some fanmail.

The Year of the Horsewoman Audiobook by Suzanne M. Slater

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Suzanne M. Slater) — Thu, 11 Jun 2015 16:32:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Year of the Horsewoman Subtitle: Horse Adventures & Finding Love Author: Suzanne M. Slater Narrator: Suzanne M. Slater Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 06-11-15 Publisher: Suzanne M. Slater Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Saddle up and ride along with Kit on her horse, Cloud Lady, as they pursue the equestrian dream of international, world class horse competition. Be part of their adventures as they get caught up in many twists of fate, on a journey that brings them across the world, where friends and soul mates might meet. But, will they? Saddle up for the ride and find out!

Once We Were Audiobook by Kat Zhang

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kat Zhang) — Thu, 01 Jan 2015 00:18:33 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Once We Were Subtitle: The Hybrid Chronicles, Book 2 Author: Kat Zhang Narrator: Kim Mai Guest Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs Language: English Release date: 01-01-15 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The hotly anticipated and stunningly written second book in Kat Zhang's heart-stopping Hybrid Trilogy. Imagine that you have two minds, sharing one body. You and your other self are closer than twins, better than friends. You have known each other forever. Then imagine that people like you are hated and feared. That the government want to hunt you down and tear out your second soul, separating you from the person you love most in the world.Now meet Eva and Addie. They don't have to imagine. The second book in Kat Khang's heart-stopping Hybrid Trilogy. Critic Reviews: "Jeff Connor's spare and clinically crafted reporter's skills are to be admired" (The Guardian)

Retro Geeks Audiobook by Karen Mueller Bryson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Karen Mueller Bryson) — Fri, 05 Dec 2014 23:05:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Retro Geeks Subtitle: A Short on Time Book for Teens Author: Karen Mueller Bryson Narrator: Mae Sally-Rouge Pax Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-14 Publisher: Karen Mueller Bryson Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Remember when it wasn't cool to be a geek? That's so yesterday! Retro Geeks chronicles the (mis)adventures of two self-proclaimed geek girls, Molly and Ally, as they attempt to land super-hot dates for their senior prom. The '80s-obsessed BFFs attempt a variety of date-finding schemes, including spying on the popular girls for the 411 on fitting in, in their quest for top-tier prom dates. Members Reviews: A hysterical charmer for teens AND adults! Seniors, Molly and Ally, are best friends who live and breathe the life and music of the 80s in 2011. Thus, they're labeled Retro Geeks at school...and they need dates for the prom. Of course, the most popular girl, Elisa, the Queen of Mean, and her friends don't help Molly and Ally's plight at all. But Molly and Ally devise a plan to get their dates and what a plan it is: Go where the boys are: a bus ride, track practice, and jock parties. Then observe how the girls get the guys: sexy cheerleading, seductive car washing. These hilarious chain of events lead to Molly's masterful revenge plot against the Queen of Mean ultimately resulting in a very different kind of prom night. The author successfully captures the essence of the 80s that adults will appreciate as well as the normal angst that teens feel today. I still smile thinking about this book. A must read! Love the 80's Fantastic Book!!! Retro Geeks is a hilariously funny short read that will also touch your heart. Karen Mueller Bryson has penned a beautiful story about two best friends who are finding their own identity apart from each other and learning to love who they are and growing in self-confidence to be proud of it. Molly and Ally have been best friends forever. They also have a love for the 80s. They live for the 80s in their music, dress, and hairstyle--they are retro 80s' geeks. This is their senior year and for once Molly and Ally would like to be in with the popular teens, and they want to go to their prom with the popular hot guys, which of course are the jocks, Tank and Hank. Elisa is the Queen of Mean along with her want-to-be side-kick, Megan. Elisa loves to hurt others and to finish out her high school years of being queen of mean, her last mean deed to absolutely crush Molly and Ally and their hopes to go to the prom with hot guys. Elisa decides to give Molly and Ally what they want and lets them be a part of her popular group and have Tank and Hank ask them to the prom, but miss queen of mean is going to get some of her own mean back when Molly and Ally gives Elisa and Megan some long overdue karma. Tucker and Dylan are the two guys that have been crushing on Molly and Ally. These two guys want so badly to ask the two girls to the prom. But Molly has her mind set on her and Ally being a part of the popular kids and going to the prom with two hot jocks. I love Tucker and Dylan. These guys are great as they never let their egos get bruised and they never lose hope to take Molly and Ally to the prom. Retro Geeks is a wonderfully cute, fun story of two beautiful retro geek girls discovering who they are, and how to be proud of it. And also seeing that the real hot guys are just as geeky as them. I enjoyed that Bryson gives us some of the greatest hit songs of the 80s with the background story of the song artists.

Flirty Dancing Audiobook by Jenny McLachlan

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jenny McLachlan) — Tue, 14 Oct 2014 20:25:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Flirty Dancing Author: Jenny McLachlan Narrator: Nicola Barber Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-14 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: This warm, nuanced, hilarious story about friendship, fortitude - and dancing is impossible not to fall in love with. Jenny's voice is fresh and convincing, and she handles both darker and lighter elements of the story with equal panache. Members Reviews: Laugh out loud, flirty fun Flirty Dancing is such a fun read. It kind of reminded me of the British Georgia Nickelson series. Laugh out loud antics with a refreshingly levelheaded main character. I don't know how to best describe Bea. She is her own person, she is nice, has a good little group of friends (most of the time), is quirky funny, has eclectic interests and is such a great big sister. She just seems like a well rounded girl that I would love to be friends with. And she brings Flirty Dancing to life. I loved watching her Jive. The more she jive danced, the happier she got. It was like she just started glowing as the book went on. I know that sounds kind of dramatic and strange, but dancing really brought Bea to life. It was lovely to see. In Flirty Dancing, a show like Britain's got Talent, was search for high school students all across the country. First up was dancing. And Bea's school was one of the schools on the auditions list, so naturally the whole school went crazy forming dance groups. First, of all I give Bea major props for even deciding to do a dance. She didn't have any training and she was already kind of picked on at school. And both of her best friends joined other dance groups, leaving Bea all alone. (I think if she really wanted to she could have joined Betty's group, but that is besides the point.) Just deciding to try out, won Bea huge points in my book. And then her grandma talked her into doing jive and swing dancing. I loved the throw back feel, plus I think Jive dancing is awesome. I had big band music playing in my head every time I watched Bea practice. And then can we talk about Ollie?? And how awesome he is. This is a guy that is genuinely nice and doesn't care what anyone else thinks. I wish that more Ollie's went to my high school. He is a rare breed. He didn't even think twice about dancing with Bea, when his sister paired them up. He was never anything but totally nice and fun with her. I just loved Ollie. When Bea was made fun on right off the bat in the book, I was kind of worried that Ollie was going to take some warming up to her, because he was the hot guy, but that wasn't the case at all. Ollie is a gem. Flirty Dancing is the first book in the Ladybirds series. The second book is already out in Australia and Britain, but I don't think we will get it until next year sometime. It is Betty's story. The Ladybirds is the name of the group that Bea, Betty, Kat and Pearl (the mean one.) formed when they were younger. I want to find out more about Pearl and Kat because I don't know what caused Pearl to turn into a mean girl, and Kat disappointed me with her sheep-ness in this book. But Jenny McLachlan is an author that I want to see lots more of. I love her writing style. Humor seems effortless in Flirty Dancing. I was smiling and laughing with every turn of the page. If you are looking for a Laugh out loud, flirty fun read, look no further than Flirty Dancing. It is great. *Disclaimer- I got a copy of this book for free in exchange for my honest thoughts.

Easy Audiobook by Tammara Webber

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tammara Webber) — Thu, 02 Oct 2014 04:05:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Easy Author: Tammara Webber Narrator: Tara Sands Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 10-02-14 Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: An unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of Easy - a New York Times best seller and must-read in the New Adult genre for everyone who loves Slammed by Colleen Hoover or Beautiful Disaster by Jamie McGuire. Deeply romantic and utterly gripping, this is not to be missed. I took a deep breath and exhaled it slowly before turning around. It was Lucas who stood there. His gaze was penetrating, not wavering for a moment, and my pulse hammered under his silent scrutiny. I couldn't remember the last time I'd been so full of pure, unqualified desire. Lucas is the stranger who saved Jacqueline from an attack by a fellow student - she'd never noticed him before then, and now he's everywhere. But can Jacqueline trust him - or will the secrets he's hiding come between them? Members Reviews: WOW! I LOVED this book! I seriously enjoyed this. Like, a lot. I'm not a young adult but I *do* enjoy young adult stories when they are well written. Easy had everything I love in a story - angst, a hot and mysterious bad boy love interest with a brain *swoons*, fleshed out characters, and lots of great dialogue. I could not put this one down, and got WAY too little sleep last night as a result. After recently reading a chain of books a bit below my expectations, this was an awesome surprise. I loved the female lead character, she is someone I would actually want to be friends with. Of course I fell in love with Lucas as well, obviously ;) There are some sensitive/serious subjects touched upon here and I thought they were handled really well. I get really leery when the subjects of rape and abuse come up in novels - I cannot stand when authors casually just throw that stuff in their novels to give their characters a more tragic backstory, without handling those subjects with the respect they deserve. Those subjects were very tastefully/respectfully handled which I appreciated. Oh, and don't ask me why, but I am a complete sucker for email/text flirting in books! Also, the make out sessions in here were hotter to me than some of the more explicit "sex scenes" I've read recently in a few other books. I can't recommend this book highly enough. Very well done and I'm so glad I decided to download it. Now I need to go check out what else this author has written. ***And just edited to say...I have like 20 books burning holes in my kindle waiting to be read...but I just HAVE to re-read this first! And that's what I'm doing right now ;)*** LOVED this beautiful, romantic story!! Wow, Tammara Webber must have been reading my mind b/c this story was tailor-made for me!!! Easy was this delicious recipe of all the things that make a contemporary romance story really reach perfection. A hot, mysterious knight in shining armor, a damzel in distress who finds her own strength, and of course plenty of jealousy, danger, romance, chemistry, and unexpected twists to keep me on the edge of my seat from page one!! I loved every minute I spent with these characters!!! Jacqueline's character was very easy to relate to; she's just the average girl, devoted to her guy and willing to change her plans so that she can be with him when they go to college. She sacrifices her own opportunities to follow Kennedy, the self-centered asshat who decides he wants to 'sow his oats' instead of staying committed to her.

Hetty Makes It Happen Audiobook by Martha Sears West

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Martha Sears West) — Thu, 25 Sep 2014 00:58:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hetty Makes It Happen Subtitle: Hetty, Book 2 Author: Martha Sears West Narrator: Martha Sears West Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 09-25-14 Publisher: Clean Kind World Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Hetty Makes It Happen is second in the award winning Hetty trilogy for young adults. It is full of humor and romance. Continue with Hetty's exciting adventures of the heart.

xoxoxo Audiobook by Bethany Lopez

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bethany Lopez) — Wed, 18 Jun 2014 11:33:07 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: xoxoxo Author: Bethany Lopez Narrator: Mariah Lyons Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 06-18-14 Publisher: Bethany Lopez Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Melissa has learned a lot since her freshman year began, but it isn't over yet! Her world is about to change again with the birth of her new sibling, and she has to figure out how she will adjust to being the eldest of five kids. She, Jess, and Jimmy are inseparable, and she is having a fantastic time although she can't help but miss Brian as she tries to learn how to deal with his relationship with Layla. Everything seems to be happening at once and that is when she is introduced to Ben Campbell, a senior at Dearborn High, who becomes an interesting distraction as he helps her deal with the new developments in her life. Members Reviews: Another winner in this great YA contemporary series This book has been on my to-read list for months, and I finally got the chance to read it. It took me a few hours from start to finish, and then I immediately had to start the next book, Ciao. I loved it! The Stories about Melissa series follows now-sophomore Melissa and her long-time friends Jess, Brian and Jimmy. We also get a lot of interaction with Melissa's wonderful (large) family. The stories are written journal-style, so we experience Melissa's life as she relates it in her most private thoughts. What I love most about these stories is the voice of the narrator. Melissa is a typical teenage girl, obsessed with her appearance and her social life. But this is well-balanced with her flashes of insight and the way she responds to the challenges she faces. In xoxoxo, Melissa and her family grow in more ways than one. I laughed and I cried, and I loved the fact that Melissa is exploring her options when it comes to boys and dating. She's really blossoming as a young woman and it will be fun to see how she further develops in the next two books. Heartaches for a Journal Writer I like reading YA books because I've got three kids in this age group. They read all sorts of books ranging from Harry Potter to Eragon to Lord of the Rings and loads of other titles. I try to read what they read, but sometimes I just read for myself, too, you know? This is a story told through journal entries. For anyone who has ever kept a journal faithfully and told his or her own story through a journal, for a period of their life, this book will be a real eye-opener. The relationships, the ups-and-downs, Melissa's attitude toward her new brother who has Down's Syndrome--this is heavy stuff, but this is the stuff good stories are made of. Heartaches are part of growing up, especially in your teenage years. Following Melissa on her own personal roller-coaster ride, balancing the needs of her family and siblings against her own emotional needs as a developing adult makes good reading. I'd certainly recommend this book for any journal writer. An AWESOME SEQUEL!!!!!!!!!! XOXOXO(Stories ABOUT MELISSA was AMAZING, I loved it!!!!!! It made me feel I was back in high school actually going thru it with her. Bethany Lopez has nailed the teenage voice!!!!! Melissa is such a wonderful character, not without flaws, and the supporting characters were so well written I felt I had known them all my life!!!! A WONDERFUL FIVE STARS and AN ABSOLUTE TWO THUMBS UP!!!!! Thank goodness I have the third book!!!! :) SO GOOD This book was so good! I am glad the baby was ok, and everything is sort of back to bowl. I love this series. Such a sweet series! Very clean and sweet series.....It can be read by anyone.

The Selection Stories: The Prince and The Guard Audiobook by Kiera Cass

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kiera Cass) — Thu, 24 Apr 2014 17:45:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Selection Stories: The Prince and The Guard Author: Kiera Cass Narrator: Amy Rubinate, Nick Podehl, Tristan Morris Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 04-24-14 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: It's swoon meets The Hunger Games in The Selection series! Two captivating Selection stories - The Prince and The Guard plus an early sneak peek at The One, Q&A with Kiera Cass and more The Prince: Before America arrived at the palace to compete in the Selection, there was another girl in Prince Maxon's life. A captivating view into the heart of Prince Maxon before he fights to win America Singer's love. The Guard: Raised as a Six, Aspen Leger never dreamed that he would find himself living in the palace as a member of the royal guard. An inside look at Aspen's life within the palace walls - and the truth about a guard's world that America will never know. Critic Reviews: "Reality TV meets dystopian fairy tale in Kiera Cass's delightful debut. Charming, captivating, and filled with just the right amount of swoon!" (Kiersten White, New York Times bestselling author of Paranormalcy) Members Reviews: a little bit confusing What disappointed you about The Selection Stories: The Prince and The Guard? is this a mix of 2 books its not very clear i will be returning this any purchasing the indiviudual books and even they arnt labeled book1 2 or 3 What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!) cant work out if i have listetend to the end Which character as performed by the narrators was your favourite? america

Ontario Audiobook by Heidi Nicole Bird

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Heidi Nicole Bird) — Tue, 01 Apr 2014 00:29:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ontario Author: Heidi Nicole Bird Narrator: Sarah McKee Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-14 Publisher: Heidi Nicole Bird Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: "Don't worry, Ontario, I'll never leave you. You will always have me here to protect you and your brother." Those words from a childhood memory would haunt Ontario Stratton for the rest of her life. Losing her father had been difficult enough, but her life would change even more drastically at the beginning of her senior year of high school. Only weeks into the school year Mrs. Stratton abandons her two children for a more carefree way of living. Suddenly thrown into a very different life, Ontario clings to her brother Eddy, her new legal guardian, and to no one else. Could she trust anyone anymore? Even her best friend isn't there for her... In order to feel like less of a burden on her brother, Ontario gets a job at the local fifties-style diner. It is there that she meets her new "family," including the oh-so-intriguing Austin, the only one who can help her truly heal. In time, Ontario discovers that Austin has his own demons, and that he needs her just as much as she needs him. Some things in Ontario's life begin to come together again, but others continue to fall apart. Though her world seems to be breaking, she is introduced to a kind of happiness she has never known before, and her new found friends show her that maybe, just maybe, she can learn to love again. Members Reviews: Optimistic Story Our perceptions and views about reality are essential to navigating our lives. But what happens when our lives are shattered and all we have left are bitter memories and confusing thoughts that threaten to consume us? How do we learn to live again when something unthinkable happens? In essence, "Ontario" is a story of a young girl who tries to move on with life after one gut-wrenching experience almost destroys everything she's ever known. It's a glimpse into her daily struggle to keep her head above the water when the tides of life push up against her bobbing body. And while Author Heidi Nicole Bird pulls no punches, don't think that "Ontario" is simply a story about pain and sadness. It is anything but that! The author has crafted a story that is overflowing with optimism and hope. It proves that through any trial we can find solace in the things that matter the most: love, family, and friends. So, if you need a pick-me-up, or simply want to read a novel with heart, then you should check out "Ontario." You'll finish feeling good about life, and maybe even develop a love of sock-hops, poodle skirts, and Elvis Presley :) Overall, this book was a heart-warming, life-affirming read, suitable for all ages. Inspirational Read for Anyone Who has Lost This is a great story of a young woman working through her grief. While it is Young Adult fiction, I think it a great read for all ages. I could read this over and over I loved the story line. If you have ever been hurt by someone you love this book will give you hope and happiness. I will forever think of Austin when I hear Blue Suede Shoes. :-) Loved This Story Any girl can follow the feelings, fears, hopes, struggles, and leaps out of the comfort zone - and see yourself. We all want to make it! Ontario is a fighter and teachable. She finds her way by not ignoring her feelings and by accepting love from those around her. THis was a great story and I would recommend it to any female reader. hope can rise from the ashes What Heidi has done with this story is touch upon feelings and emotions that all to many young people endure.

Slippery Slopes Audiobook by Emily Franklin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Emily Franklin) — Tue, 21 Jan 2014 05:50:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Slippery Slopes Subtitle: Chalet Girls, Book 2 Author: Emily Franklin Narrator: Carolyn Light Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 01-21-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Romances are questioned and friendships tested in the second installment of the Chalet Girls series. At Europes hottest ski resort, life is never drama free. This time, the Chalet GirlsMelissa, Harley, and Lily (a.k.a. Dove)find their bond with one another on the line. Melissas feelings are split between two guys, and Lilys heart is still with her boyfriend on the faraway island of Nevis. When Harley gets a chance to go to that very locale and learns secrets about Lily, the limits of the girls trust are put to the test. As the holiday season approaches, the work gets tougherand relationships get chillierat Les Trois Alpes. Members Reviews: Five Stars Came in great condition. Courtesy of Teens Read Too In the first CHALET GIRLS novel, Melissa, Harley, and Dove were just getting to know each other, getting used to their new living arrangements and trying to find comfort with their job positions, all the while trying to fit in some room for a little fun. The girls are back, this time with their friendship on the line. Can they handle any more secrets, when they involve betrayal? Melissa went from having her heart set on one guy, JMB, to having it split between JMB and Gabe, who aren't even talking to her right now. With the thought that she is done with boys, Melissa knows that her idea will never stick, especially since she gets a queasy feeling when she sees JMB and Gabe flirting with other girls. Dove is facing the same situation. Her heart is definitely for her boyfriend, William, who is all the way on the Island of Nevis. But then part of that heart goes to Max, who Dove just so happens to meet at Les Trois. It's a good thing that William and Max do not know each other and live in different parts of the world. The only way out for Dove is to escape her problems -- that is, if she could. Harley is leaving Les Trois and going to the Island of Nevis, the same Island where Dove's boyfriend lives. Dove isn't so sure if she could trust Harley with her boyfriend there, but what's the coincidence of them meeting? While meeting new boys, and a special someone, Harley finds secrets from Dove's past and tries everything to keep in touch with Melissa and Dove. If only they would answer, but can they even trust her? It's Holiday Week at Les Trois, and while things get chillier, the girls' love lives are getting steamier. This is one installment you do not want to miss. Reviewed by: Randstostipher "tallnlankyrn" Nguyen

A Taste of Reality Audiobook by Angela Falkowska, Marla J. Hayes

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Angela Falkowska) — Tue, 19 Nov 2013 19:15:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Taste of Reality Author: Angela Falkowska, Marla J. Hayes Narrator: Karen Krause Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 11-19-13 Publisher: Karen Mueller Bryson Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: When fairy tales do come true...To young Terri Fortier, life in a castle in the south of France seems like a fairytale - until she learns the awful truth. On her eighteenth birthday, she flees from the marriage her parents have arranged for her in hopes of saving their vineyard from an age-old curse. Terri makes her way to the Napa Valley and a forgotten, magical vineyard where she puts down new roots. But can Terri totally escape her destiny when reality proves to be more powerful than any fairy tale? Members Reviews: Fantastical A fantastical YA about a girl that comes of age, runs away from an arranged marriage, loses her father and moves to Napa Valley, CA (Wine Country). A cute magical short that is a bit far fetched but a nice story for tweens to YA. Perfect Blend of Ancient Curse and Modern Times Any additional comments? A Taste of Reality is an old fashioned fairy tale, with the twinkle of magic throughout. Being a big fan of fairy tales like Beauty and the Beast, Sleeping Beauty, and Cinderella, I wasnt sure what to expect when I first started listening to this story written by Marla J. Hayes and Angela Falkowska, and narrated by Karen Krause. It was much better than expected! The story starts off with a French little princess named Terri who is told about the curse that has plagued the family vineyard for centuries. Like in true fairy tale fashion, the only way to free the vineyard from the ancient spell is true love. Because the neighboring vineyard suffers from the same curse, the families arrange a marriage between the two families. Teri will have nothing to do with the arranged marriage and runs away to the Napa Valley. Terri finds her way to a magical vineyard where she discovers not only the secret to making a good burgundy, but the secret to unlocking her heart as well, which in turn saves the family vineyards. Karen Krauses narration is simply fantastic. She really brings the characters to life, using a variety of accents and giving each character their own distinct voice. She is also able to switch genders and generations with ease. Simply put, A Taste of Reality is a wonderful fairy tale with modern day independence. Sweet Fairy Tale I enjoyed listening to this short fairy tale and loved the narration, especially Terri's French accent. Magical story about a Princess who runs away from an arranged marriage in France to find true love in the Napa Valley (with surprising plot twists). Beautiful ending. Audiobook given in exchange for an honest review. Fairytale or Not? This story was a true masterpiece. Sometimes life can really feel like a fairytale but when things happen, like learning about something you thought differently about can change everything. Living in a castle in the south of France means everything. Terri Fortier grows up there and she loves to listen to her dad tell fairytales to her. On her eighteenth birthday Terri runs from her home and the marriage her parents arranged for her when she was a child. They did this to save their family vineyard from an age old curse. Terri makes it to Napa Valley and puts down roots there, and much to her luck she discovers a magical vineyard. Terri also learns so much while living there, secrets to making great burgundy, and how to unlock the heart, and by discovering these secrets it will save the family vineyards. I absolutely loved the story.

Unlucky Audiobook by Krystal Jackson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Krystal Jackson) — Mon, 18 Nov 2013 01:50:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unlucky Subtitle: Tales of Romance Series Author: Krystal Jackson Narrator: The Staff at High Noon Books Format: Unabridged Length: 53 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-13 Publisher: High Noon Books Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Katelyn lives on an island off the coast of Maine. When her father needs a new crew member for his lobster boat, Katelyn suggests Sean Doyle. People say Sean's family is cursed - but Katelyn and her father are willing to take the risk. Will Katelyn risk falling for Sean, though? Happiness. Misery. Trust. Jealousy. Love has its ups and downs. Teenagers discover that it's easy to fall for someone - but hard to make a relationship work. Unlucky is one of five high interest quick listening stories in the Tales of Romance series.

Summer of Love Audiobook by Emily Franklin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Emily Franklin) — Wed, 06 Nov 2013 08:34:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Summer of Love Author: Emily Franklin Narrator: Julia Farhat Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs Language: English Release date: 11-06-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Schools out for summer, but Loves romantic education is still in session. Senior year of high school looms large for Love Bukowski after a tumultuous junior year of romance and heartbreak. But for now, Love is ready for summer break on Marthas Vineyard. Running her Aunt Mables cafe with her best friend Arabella may not be glamorous, but it will at least be fun and perhaps just the refresher she needs after the crazy year shes had. Plus, Mables created a treasure map of clues that will bring her closer to the truth about her family. Members Reviews: Great for young adults! This book came in perfect condition, which made it easy to read right away. This book was recommended by amazon when I was purchasing books by Sarah Dessen. It was a great recommendation. It is definitely a must read for young woman who just want to escape from reality and dive into a good book. Courtesy of Teens Read Too SUMMER OF LOVE occurs right after Love's aunt Mable dies, leaving a huge hole in Love's life. She decides to attend the last big hurrah of the year with Jacob. She arrives late at the Vineyard and needs Arabella to cover for her at the cafe. The summer, once so full of promise, has a very rocky start. Love discovers that Mable left her clues around the island, a mini treasure hunt of life that has Love thinking about second chances. With so many ideas and choices floating around in Love's mind, it's a wonder that she gets anything accomplished. What will she do with her life now that college applications are looming before her? Should she track down her mother? SUMMER OF LOVE continues Love's adventures, leaving the book open-ended for the next chapter in Love's life. Love is a wonderful character that readers will immediately find a connection with. Emily Franklin poses great questions that leave the reader thinking long after finishing the book. Reviewed by: Jennifer Rummel

Labor of Love Audiobook by Emily Franklin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Emily Franklin) — Fri, 15 Nov 2013 19:33:33 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Labor of Love Author: Emily Franklin Narrator: Julia Farhat Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 11-15-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Love finally connects with her mother - and finds her whole world turned upside down. Big changes are afoot for Love Bukowski. Just when she meets her half-sister for the first time in Los Angeles, she gets a call from her long-lost mother and hops a plane back to Marthas Vineyard. Love is ready to embrace the new and exciting steps toward her senior year - but in Massachusetts, she finds more than she bargained for. Her mom is still not there, her boyfriend, Charlie, has changed from a down-to-earth guy into someone shes not sure she knows anymore, and her old flame Jacob is wearing his heart on his short-sleeved tee. She could use some advice, but her dad doesnt have all the answers. Arabellas in California, and her best buddy Chris has distractions of his own. Only one woman can clear things up - one whos never been a part of Loves life before. Members Reviews: Great! My teenage daughter loved this book! Courtesy of Teens Read Too Love continues on her journey of finding out more about herself and her family. When she gets back on Martha's Vineyard, she discovers that her mother has left, leaving her a letter and a promise to return at the end of the summer. Meanwhile, summer's just getting started. Soon she's seeing a whole new side of Charlie, chatting with Jacob again, and wishing she knew where life was taking her. But, slowly, she's beginning to figure things out. LABOR OF LOVE is the fifth book in Emily Franklin's series about a girl searching for answers about life, love, and herself. Reading about Love's adventures is like settling down to a long letter from your best friend. Reviewed by: Jennifer Rummel

Wish Upon a Star Audiobook by Sabrina Sumsion

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sabrina Sumsion) — Fri, 01 Nov 2013 23:05:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wish Upon a Star Author: Sabrina Sumsion Narrator: Courtney N. Bermudez-Swaney Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-13 Publisher: Sabrina Sumsion Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: When Jen spotted a poster for the upcoming Sadie Hawkins dance, she figures it's the perfect chance to ask out David, the boy she's been drooling over since school started. Unfortunately, Selena, the head cheerleader at their school has her eye on him as well. As her friends grab up their dream dates Jen stays dateless, She didn't think things could get worse until a teacher pulls Jen to the side and makes a request that threatens to push her into complete misery. Jen has to remember, anything can happen when you wish upon a star. Members Reviews: Great novel for young adults We all remember those days when we harbored secret crushes and felt butterflies anytime the object of our affections walked by. Those memories came rushing back as I read about Jen's hot, hot crush and how fervently I would similarly wish upon a star for my own crush to return the sentiment. But what happens when two girls like the same guy? He'd probably go for the more popular "hot" girl, right? As we grow and mature, when we are young we turn to the outside world to see the reflection of who we are. If we're not popular in the eyes of our high school's peers, we must be nothing. Our worth, before we reach adulthood, is firmly mired in what others think of us. So when Jen feels dejected that a more popular girl in school likes the same guy she does, all she can think is "Why would he pick me over her?" And boy, does that bring back some memories! I won't give away the ending but this book has brought back a lot of my adolescent memories. Harboring a crush, feeling dejected because you're not popular or pretty enough, feeling powerless to change the world around you... But once Jen gains some more confidence in herself and her abilities, her person shines through the pages and makes you believe that we can achieve anything... as long as you stick to your guns. A novel that took me back to a sweeter time I found this an adorable romance that took me back to a time when I had much less to worry about but what I worried about seemed so much more important than any problem I have today. Jen is a lovable character, probably typical, but still fully realized. She is encouraged by her friends but doubts herself. I won't give it away, but it is a very romantic ending. A very fun short novel that made me very nostalgic. Wish upon a star It was a little short for my likings but it was a really good book and I loved it. Read it! Cute Short Romantic Story, a revisit of the way we all hoped things go when faced with a same sex bully, and hoping that friends see through the bull-^$@( Tired of trashy books disguised as teen romance? So was I! Thank goodness for books like this! I am so tired of teen romance books that turn out to be trash. So when I saw the reviews for Wish Upon a Star, I was very encouraged. This is an incredibly sweet romance about set in all too familiar situations, the school dance, the crush, the cute boy. I loved it. It's a clean read. No inappropriate situations at all. I gladly gave this to my 12 year old daughter who is starting to go through that "boy phase." It's so important to have sweet, clean, appropriate books out there for pre-teen and teen girls. FIVE stars all the way from this mom!

Ball of String Audiobook by Gary Lee Martinson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gary Lee Martinson) — Wed, 21 Aug 2013 11:15:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ball of String Author: Gary Lee Martinson Narrator: Whitney Edwards Format: Abridged Length: 9 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 08-21-13 Publisher: Tate Out Loud Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Linda and Allen met as adolescents, but Linda's Amish background prevented them from starting even a friendship. When they meet as adults, Linda feels that she can't reveal herself, so she takes on a new identity Tanya. It was a different type of love Allen felt for Tanya than the boyish love he had for the Amish girl, Linda. Allen was frustrated with the secretive life of Tanya. They both had to live unfulfilled lives for several years. Could it have been memories of Linda that attracts Allen to the Amish woman, Mary, or is it because all three have the same eyes? Linda always loved him but could not turn away from the love for her family and faith. You will never read a more twisted romance novel with this good-hearted, honest Amish girl tormented by a love that creates tangles in her life's ball of string. You will laugh, you will cry, then you will shake your head, but most of all you will enjoy reading Ball of String. Members Reviews: great book I did find a few errors in the book own part where he calls her by the wrong name. Another error of quotations where there should be none. However, overall the story was amazing! Great insight into the Amish way of life. The confusion between our world and theirs. I couldn't put the book down I finished it in about 12 hours. Edited? The story line was okay, but the book could not have had the benefit of an editor. The errors were not little things you could slide past. They were giant roadblocks keeping the story hostage. Ball of String Reading this book was very enjoyable as well as intriguing. I found that the detail to the Amish life was well portrayed. The characters in the story each had their own concern yet the tie between the Amish and the 'English' kept me wanting to find out more about how they would relate to one another. I think this is a fun read of anyone and would highly recommend it to teens and up!!! Pleasant surprise! This was not the "typical" Amish story that I expected. The plot was intriguing beyond "get up early; work hard; go to bed early". I liked the factual parts of the Amish lifestyle as well as the personal aspects that were developed in the characters. It was a fun read. I would highly recommend this book and look forward to others by this author! Ball of String Ball of String, written by Gary Martinson A very well-told story. Anyone growing up in or near an Amish community would enjoy reading it, too. It brought back many memories for me as a kid living in a rural community very similar to the setting of this story. Great, easy read, and wonderful story! I feel it's a "must read".

Projection Audiobook by Risa Green

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Risa Green) — Tue, 03 Sep 2013 13:07:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Projection Author: Risa Green Narrator: Andi Arndt Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 09-03-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Three girls battle a dangerous secret society that will do anything to protect an ancient Greek power in this murder mystery for fans of Dan Brown. In ancient Rome it was whispered that the great philosopher Plotinus could project his soul into another human being in a ritual that hinged on a kiss. In present-day Delphi, California, the sole remaining guardians of the Plotinus Ability hide in plain sight as members of the exclusive Oculus Society - until their leader, Octavia Harris, is killed in her own home. With no leads on the case, Octavias daughter, Gretchen, vows to find her mothers murderer at any cost. One piece of the puzzle falls into place when Gretchens best friend, Jessica Shaw, discovers the Plotinus Ability. Skeptical but curious, the two cant resist trying the ritual - but theyre not alone. Ariel Miller, an outsider with a well-known hatred of all things Oculus Society, films the friends exchanging their first kiss, and it isnt long before the YouTube video goes viral. As Ariels guilt and the girls suspicions of her mount, the three must forget the past and trust one another if they are to find the murderer still in their midst. Members Reviews: A clever and unique paranormal/sci-fi sleuth novel *Disclosure: I received a review copy from the publicist in exchange for a honest review. Green's debut novel Projection is a clever and unique addition to the Young Adult genre.Projection is a paranormal/sci-fi sleuth novel (on the light-side) set in three time periods that will appeal to a lot of readers. The book opens to Rome 249 A.D., introducing readers to Gemina, her best friend Amphiclea, and Gemina's teacher/a philosopher Plotinus. Gemina believes her husband is cheating on her. Plotinus says the only way she will know for sure is if they `project' with one another. Projection (The Plotinus Ability) is where two people switch souls with one another (sort of like breathing into the other person's mouth, or think Lindsey Lohan's Freaky Friday movie LOL.) In order for a safe projection, Gemina and Plotinus needs someone to witness their soul exchange and that is where Amphiclea comes into play, she is chosen as a `witness' and if anything bad happens she will tell others the truth. The novel then fast-forward to the present day to Gretchen and her friend Jessica, both 13-years-old who just graduated from the eighth grade. Gretchen's mom celebrates this monumental moment by throwing a lavish eighth grade graduation party for Gretchen and the entire eighth grade class...but there is also another reason to celebrate Gretchen's mom says. Gretchen doesn't ever find out what her mom wanted to say because she is murder that night. Jessica then reveals to Gretchen that her mom was going to pass on her Oculus Society (a disguised philanthropy club that really is protecting the Plotinus Ability) leadership role to her. The leader/group swore to protect the ability to project for over 2,000 years, a tradition that's passed from mother to daughter. In order to find the killer, they project with one another and while they succeeded in projection they couldn't find the murderer.

Infamous Audiobook by Lauren Conrad

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lauren Conrad) — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 03:51:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Infamous Author: Lauren Conrad Narrator: Jenna Lamia Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 06-06-13 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: OMG, Madison Parker is back once again for the third book in her deliciously mean The Fame Game series. The claws are out in the race to become Hollywoods brightest star. Madison Parker made a name for herself as best frenemy of nice-girl-next-door-turned-reality-celeb Jane Roberts in L.A. Candy. Now shes ready for her turn in the spotlight and shell stop at nothing to get it. But with backstabbing friends and family, relentless paparazzi and tabloid scandals she cant control, Madison is going to have her work cut out for her. Filled with characters both familiar and new, this third book in Lauren Conrads glamorous series about life in front of the camera dishes Hollywood gossip and drama at every turn. Critic Reviews: Praise for Sweet Little Lies: "Highly entertaining" (Heat) Praise for Sugar and Spice: "Scandalous!" (Teen Now) Members Reviews: A Cute Series Infamous is the third and final book in The Fame Game series by Lauren Conrad, which is a spin-off from her first book series 'S Candy. It's a very cute series of books. I've never seen anyone enjoy reading quite like this before My fiancee started with the Lauren Conrad Celebrate and Style series of books... when she saw she had written novels too she just had to have them. She was hooked instantly from the first page and made it through the whole series within this summer. I've never seen anyone enjoy reading quite like this before; it was nice to have a new bookworm added to the family. Good series Lauren Conrad is a good author, it's kinda interesting to read about all the things that can go on behind the scenes of reality tv. And I think people like to try to figure out which incidences in the book may have happened in real life as Lauren was filming the series and which are made up. And also who each character in the book resembles which cast member from the tv series. For some reason with this particular book, I have been reading it on and off since I ordered it the night it was released. Ususally I will pretty much read a book start to finish. These books are a good series tho, and I'd recomend buying them. I also like to see how the characters evolve thru the series. Madalyn reminds me of Heidi, only it seems Madalyn may actually have a heart and change for the better. Go ahead and order the book, see what you think! A great end to great series! Lauren Conrad did it again! I have always been a fan of hers since Laguna Beach & I'm happy she's branching out into writing. I may be a bit biased, but Lauren can do no wrong. I love how each series tied well into one another & each left a place in end for more to come. If LC is writing more books, I can't wait for them to come!! Fun behind the scene's of reaity TV The characters and their back stories were great. It felt real. I liked how it was set up so you could understand the inner workings of reality TV. I would definitely refer this series.

Subway Girl Audiobook by P. J. Converse

biacuaduc@gmail.com (P. J. Converse) — Tue, 16 Jul 2013 08:15:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Subway Girl Author: P. J. Converse Narrator: Mark Ashby Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 07-16-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: He is shy. Unassuming. Inexperienced. She is Subway Girl. Cool. Unattainable. From the moment he sees her on a Hong Kong subway, Simon is intrigued by Amy, but he doesn't have the nerve to talk to her. When he finally works up the courage, he realizes he can't. Because Amy doesn't speak Chinese, and Simon is failing English. But somehow, Amy and Simon connect, and they find that they understand each other. Enough for Simon to admit that he is dropping out of school. Enough for Amy to confess that she is pregnant with her ex-boyfriend's baby. Amy and Simon feel lost in a world so much bigger than they are, and yet they still have each other. In this brilliant debut by P. J. Converse, two unlikely teenagers discover that love has a language all its own. Editorial Reviews: A touching coming-of-age story set in Hong Kong, Subway Girl is about two teenagers struggling in different but complimentary ways. Though Simon has seen Amy on the subway for months, he is stymied by the fact that she only speaks English, the language that has become his nemesis. Despite the language barrier, the two eventually open their hearts to each other and grapple with life's big issues together. A sweet, appealing story with relatable characters, ably brought to life by performer Mark Ashby, who has a great ear for accents. Members Reviews: Brilliant and original Rich in its stories, characters and settings. It is neat yet delicate enough to touch imaginative range. SUBWAY GIRL is fun,smart and real. Wonderful!!! Courtesy of Teens Read Too School is frustrating for Simon. If all he had to do was learn math and science, it might be passable, but in order to graduate, Chinese-speaking Simon must pass the English exam. So far, his practice scores have been miserable, causing him to slip farther and farther behind. Despite encouragement from his longtime friend, Katie, Simon decides he has suffered enough and ditches school to take a job working in a restaurant. Riding the subway to and from school and then back and forth to his job, Simon notices a pretty girl. She seems to get lots of attention from all the boys and men riding the subway. Simon isn't surprised when she shows up at a party he attends, but he is annoyed with how she is treated by the other guys at the party. When the two meet, they share a mysterious connection and a true friendship quickly forms. Amy is Chinese but was born and raised in the United States. In Hong Kong with her mother and brother for the first time, she finds it difficult to communicate, since her parents never pressed the issue of learning Chinese. As her friendship with Simon grows, she finds herself sharing her problems with him, and at the same time, Simon discovers his English is improving as he shares his concerns with her. Will Amy be able to help Simon improve his English enough to pass his exam? Can Simon be of any help to Amy as she struggles with the knowledge that she is pregnant with her former boyfriend's child? Written by P. J. Converse, who uses her experiences teaching English in Hong Kong, SUBWAY GIRL bridges the gap between two totally diverse cultures. Readers will immediately become attached emotionally to Simon and Amy. Lacking any understanding adult role-models, the two come together to create their own support system.

The Fame Game Audiobook by Lauren Conrad

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lauren Conrad) — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 17:10:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fame Game Author: Lauren Conrad Narrator: Jenna Lamia Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 06-06-13 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: OMG, queen of mean Madison Parker in a brand new series. Its claws out in the fight to become Hollywoods brightest star. Madison Parker made a name for herself as best frenemy of nice-girl-next-door-turned-reality-celeb Jane Roberts in L. A. Candy. Now shes ready for her turn in the spotlight and shell stop at nothing to get it. But with backstabbing friends and family, relentless paparazzi, and tabloid scandals she cant control, Madison is going to have her work cut out for her. Plus, theres a new nice girl in town - Carmen Price, the daughter of Hollywood royalty - whos a lot more experienced than Jane was at playing the fame game.... Filled with characters both familiar and new, Lauren Conrads new series about life in front of the camera dishes Hollywood gossip and drama at every turn. Critic Reviews: "Highly entertaining." (Heat) Members Reviews: A classic book to have for fashion/style tips. One of the things I love about Lauren Conrad is her classic, elegant, yet chic style. Watching "Laguna Beach" and "The Hills" as a teenager, I grew up liking L.C and her fashion sense. I was so excited about this book, and Amazon has an amazing (and cheaper) price than most retail/bookstores. The book did not disappoint- if I could buy enough books for all my girlfriends I totally would. This book is a great gift, treat, and personal staple for anyone even remotely interested in the fashion industry, or just the ladies who want in on L.C style tips. I love that this book has two angles, Lauren's personal lifestyle & tips, while at the same time, it includes a lot of classic/helpful information from other sources (such as her styling crew, and other tips she's learned from designers/makeup artists). A lot of the content in this book is also similar to plenty of classic and timeless tips you would get from Teen Vogue, Lucky Mag, and People's Style Watch (which is great, you get a big magazine with helpful tips in one book). The book is overall great- it involves many categories, such as: 1. Shopping tips 2. Closet organizing 3. Makeup 4. Hair 5. Basics every girl/woman should own 6. How to shop/dress for your body shape. 7. Accessories and more! Fashion Tips from One of the Best! I've been a fan of Lauren Conrad ever since her Laguna Beach and The Hills days and have always loved her chic style. I considered purchasing this book years ago when it first came out but didn't because I had my own style and was fine with it. Now, oddly enough, I'm in my mid-thirties and a mother of twin toddlers and I realize I am not part of the target audience for this book. However, lately I've become more interested in learning more makeup and style tips because it's fun! Lauren Conrad Style is a well-written style guide that contains many aspects dealing with fashion. This book is divided into three parts: Fashion, Beauty, and Lifestyle. Within each part are chapters devoted to different categories within those topics, such as "Building Your Wardrobe" and "Accessories" in Fashion, "Makeup" and "Hair" in Beauty, and "Work and School" and "Events and Parties" in Lifestyle. There is information in this book that tells you how to use the same clothes and make it into various outfits using different accessories, dressing for your body type, and how to do your hair and makeup.

Lupus Patronus Audiobook by Vianka Van Bokkem

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Vianka Van Bokkem) — Fri, 03 May 2013 03:10:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lupus Patronus Subtitle: Werewolves and Vampires Prophecy Author: Vianka Van Bokkem Narrator: Ginny You Format: Unabridged Length: 46 mins Language: English Release date: 05-03-13 Publisher: Vianka Van Bokkem Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: I was found by a river one full-moon night, inside a wooden basket, when I was two months old. According to the old couple who found me, I was wearing a leather necklace with a large wolf's tooth attached to it. The name Amelia was engraved in it. I am 17 years old and a horrible curse will manifest on my 18th birthday. Without knowing, I am part of a werewolves and vampires prophecy. A good-looking werewolf named Alek will win my love. Unfortunately, my love for him will be tested by his dark side.

Messiah Audiobook by J. E. Taylor

biacuaduc@gmail.com (J. E. Taylor) — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 12:58:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Messiah Author: J. E. Taylor Narrator: Brad Langer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 04-26-13 Publisher: J.E. Taylor Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: An Ancient Prophecy. A forbidden love. Now, theres nowhere to run. André's abilities have always marked him as special, but fulfilling an ancient prophecy is enough to have him ostracized into the cosmos. Love was his motivation for preventing his parent's execution, now in Earth's refuge, love is his undoing again. The Commander's daughter is off limits, but this kind of love is destiny, forcing Katrina and her alien paramour to elope. Word of André's survival reaches his home planet when his image is broadcast across the universe. This time, his very existence may well trigger the destruction of a planet, his haven, Earth. Members Reviews: Messiah This book is well written and well edited. I wanted to rate it four and a half stars, mainly because I'm a romance reader and the romantic tension was resolved around the midway point, and I would have been satisfied with the story at that point. I'm not crazy about sci fi, but I always had a thing for Spiderman/Mary Jane story and was able to relate it to that. I also didn't have a great deal of connection to either character, but I always find that difficult to obtain when reading third person, especially if the MC is male. The writer focuses more on the super hero aspect than the romance one, and the couple were married early in the book. But the book deserved praise because there weren't typo's, annoying repeated words, it followed a chronological timeline and it was original. Good Job! A great story with a different spin about a Alien! Andre is a 5 year old alien that is sent into space to die. Sam is in the Air Force and is sent to take care of the alien but on finding a malnourished child he cannot kill him. He brings Andre to Earth, hides who he is and he and his wife raise him. Andre looks human but has some differences, most that Sam doesn't know about until his teen years. He turns into a mouthy strong willed teenager. The story has interesting characters and is well written. Taylor is one of my favorite authors. I was given this book for a honest review. Messiah I freely chose to review this ARC on my own and I was captured from the very first chapter! Colonel Matt Robbins captured an alien pod that wandered into the Earth's Galaxy and he was leery of what he'd find. He was unprepared for the stench that assaulted his nose as he stepped inside the pod. At first he thought the pod was empty until something moved in the waste... Andre was exiled because of his eye color when the Emperor killed his mom and dad and sent him to die in space when he was only six years old. He never had a chance to go to school or make friends as they never stayed anywhere long enough, but after years of dreaming to some how be saved, he was unsure that the man standing inside his pod wasn't a dream too. Hold on to your seats as Ms. Taylor takes you on the ride of your life as Matt and Andre do battle with his superiors and then fight for their lives when the Emperor finds out that Andre lives and invades Earth to kill Andre! Exceptional, Original, and Compelling Messiah is a book which I am conflicted in writing a review over. There are things I loved about the book, and things I didn't.

Forgotten Audiobook by Kailin Gow

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kailin Gow) — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 18:58:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Forgotten Subtitle: FADE, Book 3 Author: Kailin Gow Narrator: Jessica Geffen Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 01-28-13 Publisher: Sparklesoup Inc. Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The truth about Celestra Caine comes back in the most shocking way. Everyone knew Celestra Caine was dangerous, but they didn't know she was that dangerous.... As Celestra's memories begin returning to her after being Faded, and her identity is revealed, she learns the fate of the world really is in her hands, and that she, the mysterious and sexy fader Jack, and her handsome ex-boyfriend Gray are more connected to each other than she ever imagined. In this dystopian YA thriller, where nothing is what it seems, sometimes love can be strong enough to withstand time and space and never be forgotten. Critic Reviews: "Kailin Gow does her readers justice with this thrilling and mind boggling series. Fade introduces readers to a concept that is out of this world." (Woven Myst Young Adult Magazine)

The Memory Chronicles Audiobook by Lenore Appelhans

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lenore Appelhans) — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 08:55:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Memory Chronicles Subtitle: Level 2, Book 1 Author: Lenore Appelhans Narrator: Stephanie Cannon Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 01-15-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Felicia Ward is dead. Trapped in Level 2, the waiting room between Earth and Heaven, she spends endless days replaying memories of her family, friends, boyfriend... and of the guy who broke her heart. The guy who has just broken into Level 2 to find her.... Felicia learns that a rebellion is brewing in Level 2, and it seems she is the key. Suspended between Heaven and Earth, she must make a choice. Between two worlds, two lives, and two loves. A choice that will change everything...

Dark Beginnings Audiobook by Kailin Gow

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kailin Gow) — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 11:56:07 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dark Beginnings Subtitle: Phantom Diaries Beginnings, Book One Author: Kailin Gow Narrator: Jaicie Kirkpatrick Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 12-10-12 Publisher: Kailin Gow Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Love in Paris during the Time of Napoleon's Reign... Veronique, arrives in Paris to be groomed into a fashionable noble lady. As soon as she meets the aristocratic Philippe Aragon and his darkly attractive cousin Martin Aragon, her life is changed. Romance, magic, intrigue, and action follows in this lush historical paranormal romance between the Aragons and the one woman who would be the greatest influence on Eric, known as the Phantom in Leroux's Phantom of the Opera. A stand-alone audiobook, Dark Beginnings is also a prequel to The Phantom Diaries. Phantom Diaries Beginnings - about the origins of Eric from The Phantom Diaries' young adult paranormal retelling of The Phantom of the Opera. Members Reviews: Beware! This book is better suited for teens and young adults rather than older adults What a disappointment! While the info on this book at Amazon.com covers the bare essentials for this book, nowhere does it say that this book is meant for older teens and young adults. When the book arrived, I eagerly started paging through it only to find it was not written for a more mature reader. I returned the book--and won't be purchasing any more Phantom novels by this author. Dark Beginnings (Phantom Diaries Beginnings) Wonderful story about how Erik came to be. The gypsy curse was an unexpected touch as to why Erik was deformed at birth. Cannot wait to read book two and three. Loved It! Good entertaining romance! I enjoyed the original Phantom Diaries series a little more but it was nice to read the prelude and what happened before everything. I am still disappointed that the last book in The Phantom Diaries has not come out yet. What's the deal with that? You don't start a series, promise an ending and then never finish it. Come on!

Summer Heartbreak Audiobook by Devon Vaughn Archer

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Devon Vaughn Archer) — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 12:05:35 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Summer Heartbreak Subtitle: Her Teen Dream, Book 2 Author: Devon Vaughn Archer Narrator: Quiana Goodrum Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 11-30-12 Publisher: R. Barri Flowers Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Her Teen Dream: Summer Heartbreak is the second novel in this realistic coming-of-age series for teenagers from Devon Vaughn Archer, author of the runaway best seller Her Teen Dream. After finding her true love in the senior basketball star Reese McKenzie, 16-year-old Karin Blanch attends summer school for some extra credits at Elmwood High in Crescent Heights, California. As in the first book of the series, she experiences the ups and downs of first love. While Reese prepares to go to college in LA, Karin continues her strong friendship with next-door neighbor Lesley Rochester, makes new friends, and has to deal with summer heartbreak. As her summer rolls along, Karin also finds herself attracted to a new guy at school, gets caught up in a school lockdown where she comes face to face with a bank robber, and catches Reese kissing his ex-girlfriend and cheerleader, Cheryl Green. Meanwhile, Lesley, 16, is still dealing with being the victim of sexual abuse. She starts dating Marcus again, and her mother begins dating a friend of her late father's. When Lesley receives some devastating news, her own romance is threatened. Fans of the first book in the series will find themselves equally entertained by this novel and Karin's coming of age as she and Lesley prepare to start their junior year in the fall in the upcoming third book in the series, Her Teen Dream: Junior Year. Members Reviews: Love it This book her teen dream was amazing I loved itIt had some drama on it but I'm all for it I hope there is a 3 book to her teen dream in want to see how Karin survives a school year without Reese

Starstruck Audiobook by Lauren Conrad

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lauren Conrad) — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 11:37:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Starstruck Author: Lauren Conrad Narrator: Jenna Lamia Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 11-06-12 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: OMG, Madison Parker is back for the deliciously mean follow up to The Fame Game. The claws are out in the race to become Hollywoods brightest starMadison Parker made a name for herself as best frenemy of nice-girl-next-door-turned-reality-celeb Jane Roberts in L. A. Candy. Now shes ready for her turn in the spotlight and shell stop at nothing to get it. But with backstabbing friends and family, relentless paparazzi and tabloid scandals she cant control, Madison is going to have her work cut out for herFilled with characters both familiar and new, this second book in Lauren Conrads glamorous series about life in front of the camera dishes Hollywood gossip and drama at every turn.

Mystic City Audiobook by Theo Lawrence

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Theo Lawrence) — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 08:07:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mystic City Author: Theo Lawrence Narrator: Anna Bentinck Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Aria Rose, youngest scion of one of Mystic City's two ruling rival families, finds herself betrothed to Thomas Foster, the son of her parents' sworn enemies. The union of the two will end the generations-long political feud - and unite all those living in the Aeries, the privileged upper reaches of the city, against the banished mystics who dwell below in the Depths. But Aria doesn't remember falling in love with Thomas; in fact, she wakes one day with huge gaps in her memory. And she can't conceive why her parents would have agreed to unite with the Fosters in the first place. Only when Aria meets Hunter, a gorgeous rebel mystic from the Depths, does she start to have glimmers of recollection - and to understand that he holds the key to unlocking her past. The choices she makes can save or doom the city - including herself. Members Reviews: Lies and Deceit This book tells the story of Aria, a daughter of one of the most powerful families in the city of Manhattan. Aria recently woke from a coma after a drug overdose and cannot remember any of her recent past, and she finds herself suddenly engaged to her families sworn enemy but doesn't even remember being with him. This story was full of secrets and lies that were kept from aria from the very beginning, the worst being those kept by the people she trusts and loves the most. This story kept me gripped to the pages and with such a the great mix of characters I'm hooked! I cannot wait to see what the next book will bring, definitely recommend this to all. I hope this review has helped you, can you please rate it positively if you liked it as it really means a lot to me, Many Thanks for reading:).

Revived Audiobook by Cat Patrick

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Cat Patrick) — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 09:01:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Revived Author: Cat Patrick Narrator: Katherine Fenton Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 08-06-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: 'The world fades to nothing, and before I have the chance to think another thought... I'm dead. My name is Daisy West and my whole life is a lie. I'm part of a programme to test a drug called Revive - a drug that brings people back from the dead. I have died five times. I've been Revived five times. With each revival comes a new name, a new town...a new life. But this time, I won't let myself die. This time, I've found a love that I can't let go of. This time, I'm going to make my life my own.' Members Reviews: Could Not Put It Down! This is my second Cat Patrick book. I read "Forgotten" last year and really enjoyed it. I never would have imagined that "Revived" would be even better than "Forgotten". I love both books but there's a special place in my heart for "Revived". Daisy lives a very unique life. She's in the Revive test program so in many ways her life isn't really her own. She lives with Mason, a psychologist with the Revive program who also serves as her guardian and father figure, and Cassie, an agent with the program who's a total workaholic and pretends to be both married to Mason and Daisy's mother. They're nice enough people (especially Mason) but Daisy is definitely more independent since she's been raised this way. Additionally her life is pretty transient. They can't stay very long in one place - mostly due the fact that Daisy has some sort of accident and has to be brought back to life with another dose of Revive. When that happens, they have to pick up and move somewhere else because obviously she can't go back to school after dying the day before. All this doesn't seem to affect Daisy much on the surface but when she arrives in Omaha, Nebraska after leaving yet another school/house/town, she decides that things will be different here. She puts herself out there and chooses to engage the people around her. Because of this she meets Audrey, who becomes her best friend and Matt, Audrey's hot brother and Daisy's love interest. I loved this aspect of the story just as much as I did the mystery surrounding the Revive program. Daisy has lived her 15 years with a very "hands off" approach to relationships and then suddenly she experiences both deep friendship and romance. I enjoyed seeing her character come to grips with her feelings of attachment for Audrey and Matt which eventually led to a desire for them to really know her. But that's pretty tough when you're keeping a secret as huge as Revive. The mystery slowly unravels in the background of Daisy's burgeoning friendship with Audrey and relationship with Matt. Something isn't quite right with the program. Daisy is uncovering disturbing information and doesn't know whom she can trust with it. In another twist, Daisy decides to share the Revive program with Matt which is strictly against the rules. This action brings up a whole other set of problems. The morality of the drug is also touched on and this added even more layers to the already engrossing story. I can't tell you much more about the plot. You'll want to experience it for yourself. The last 40 - 50 pages of the book are edge of your seat action as the mystery begins to be solved. I literally couldn't put the book down! Daisy's character shows an uncanny strength and resilience.

Jersey Angel Audiobook by Beth Ann Bauman

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Beth Ann Bauman) — Tue, 08 May 2012 03:16:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jersey Angel Author: Beth Ann Bauman Narrator: Jaclyn Gaines Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 05-08-12 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 1.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: It's the summer before senior year and the alluring Angel is ready to have fun. She's not like her best friend, Inggy, who has a steady boyfriend, good grades, and college plans. Angel isn't sure what she wants to do yet, but she has confidence and experience beyond her years. Still, her summer doesn't start out as planned. Her good friend Joey doesn't want to fool around anymore, he wants to be her boyfriend, while Angel doesn't want to be tied down. As Joey pulls away, and Inggy tours colleges, Angel finds herself spending more time with Inggy's boyfriend, Cork. With its cast of vivid and memorable characters, this tale from the Jersey shore is sure to make some waves. Members Reviews: Too brash! Would you try another book from Beth Ann Bauman and/or Jaclyn Gaines? Probably not, I felt like this book was just about teens and sex. Not real relationships or romance, just sex. I don't think that YA/teens need to read about this. Has Jersey Angel turned you off from other books in this genre? It sure makes me a lot more leery of this type of book. I will definitely check a lot more carefully as to what the book actually contains.

Sugar and Spice: An L.A. Candy Novel Audiobook by Lauren Conrad

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lauren Conrad) — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 22:52:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sugar and Spice: An L.A. Candy Novel Author: Lauren Conrad Narrator: Jenna Lamia Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 09-30-10 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Sugar and Spice ...Not everyone's nice. Fresh from being betrayed by one of her closest friends, new reality-television celebrity Jane Roberts has learned a few lessons. Most important: know who to trust. And in Hollywood, that list is short. Although the press is intent on creating a tabloid war between her and ex-friend/current-costar Madison Parker, Jane just wants to take control of her life. Shes started by swearing off guys and the drama that comes with them. But when her high school sweetheart Caleb and her unrequited L.A. crush Braden show up, both acting sweeter than ever, Jane has a hard time remembering her no-boys rule.... Her best friend, Scarlett, has only one guy on her mind: her new boyfriend, Liam. The girl who once thought love was a four-letter word is now head over heels. The problem is, being on a hit reality show means hanging out with other guys on-camera, and Liam isnt too happy with pretending to play a bit part in her love life. Just when everything feels out of control, Jane makes a shocking discovery - one that changes everyones definition of reality forever. In her deliciously entertaining novel, television star Lauren Conrad pulls back the curtain on young Hollywood and shows that sometimes the real drama is behind the scenes. Members Reviews: Bogus book Pages were out of order. My daughter was livid..not a good product. Precise and Consice The book is not about anything that will change your life. It's a fun read, and it helps you remember that what we are used to seeing on the media is not always what's really going on. What I do like about the book is that it goes straight to the point of things in the story. Yes, there is drama, and you will find yourself wanting to know "who did what?" and "how did they do it?". She's obviously not going to reveal everything in the first book of the series. The point is if you're up for a light read, I recommend it. Otherwise, if you're not in the mood to read an exaggerated (depending on who reads it) version of what might or might not go on behind the scenes of a reality TV show, then don't buy it. Great Book! I really loved this book. Sometimes you get sick of a series after a couple books because things seem drawn on but this one was just as cute as the first two. It was a quick and fun read and I hope Lauren Conrad keeps putting books out. Lauren Conrad is amazing!! I've been a fan of Lauren Conrad since Laguna Beach aired on MTV. I then followed her career from magazines to her hit show The Hills.(which I am bummed we don't get to see her on TV anymore) I have purchased all three of her fiction books and can't wait for the new one out this spring!! I also have her Style book which is awesome! These books are a must read. I love them. I hope one day she comes back to TV with another show that possibly focuses on her career and less fake drama. She is an amazing author, designer and role model for everyone. I can't wait to get a copy of her new book. Enjoyed the series I have enjoyed this entire series. I watched the Hills, so found Lauren Conrad' s inside knowledge of how filming a "reality" series makes this fiction actually worth reading. My opinion is that she wanted people to have an idea what it could be like.

Breathe Audiobook by Penni Russon

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Penni Russon) — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 06:58:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Breathe Author: Penni Russon Narrator: Melissa Eccleston Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 10-31-08 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: An imaginative and fast-paced fantasy novel from acclaimed author Penni Russon. Trout walks the streets at night, obsessing over Undine and the events in the Bay, haunted by the image of his own death. In his search for answers he is drawn back to the chaosphere and to Max, who may hold the key to Undine's magic. But can he trust the mysterious Max? Undine promised her mother that she won't use her magic in her final year of school, but her father, Prospero, thinks her promise is dangerous. Against the idyllic background of Corfu, home of her father's ancestors, conflict rages inside her and Undine must answer the most important question of all: is she the magic, or is she the girl? Members Reviews: Five Stars Awesome. superb fantasy After the events of the last summer when her best friend Trout almost died, Undine promises her mother that she will not use her magic until she finishes twelfth grade. It is a hard promise to keep because it is bottled up inside her needing to be let out. Her father Prospero wants her to visit him in Corfu with her mother and brother for four weeks; Undine wants desperately to go and her mother finally agrees. Undine finally tells Trout she wants him for a best friend but not a boyfriend. She sees he is trying to understand the magic and she fears for him but he closes her out. He meets a young woman Maxine who wants to learn all about magic and just as Trout begins to trust her, she betrays him. At the same time on Corfue, Undine realizes some promises are made to be broken and by using her magic she saves Max's life at a strange cost to herself. Although there are fantasy elements in BREATHE, the magic is a symbol of being different and not belonging to a peer group because of that difference. Undine is accepting of her differences though her mother fears that the magic inside her daughter will cause her heartache and alienate her from those who love her. Trout tries to understand the magic that saved his life and in doing so wants to make Undine care for him the way he cares for her. While entertaining, there are lessons to be learned from this fascinating tale. Harriet Klausner Life is chaos Breathe follows on the story told in Undine. Trout is having a problem sleeping and every night after his parents and brothers fall asleep, he slips out of the house and becomes part of the night, walking the streets and listening to the sounds of night in Hobart, Tasmania. He feels disconnected from life. A few months ago, he nearly died and he feels that was a cheat and he should have died. His grades are plummeting and it's his 12th year. He's in love with the girl next door and she just wants to be friends -- only it's hard to be friends with someone who doesn't love you back, who has magic at her command, and who doesn't really see you. So, Trout goes through the motions until he gets pulled into a relationship he doesn't understand or control and finally chaos, true chaos, seems to be taking over his life. Since this is a second book using the same characters, it's expected that they'd be well developed. However, these teens were so real, you almost expect to meet them on the street. The feelings were spot on -- even though it's been years since I was that age, I don't think it's changed that much.

Girls in Pants Audiobook by Ann Brashares

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ann Brashares) — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 10:16:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Girls in Pants Subtitle: The Third Summer of the Sisterhood Author: Ann Brashares Narrator: Angela Goethals Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 01-21-09 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: "The Pants first came to us at the perfect moment - when we were heading our separate ways for the first time. It was two summers ago when they first worked their magic, and last summer when they shook up our lives once again. "You see, we don't wear the Pants year-round. We let them rest so they are extra powerful when summer comes. "Now we're facing our last summer together. In September we go to college. And it's not like one of those TV shows where all of us magically turn up at the same college. We're going to four different colleges in four different cities. So this is really, really big. "Our shared childhood is ending. We're headed off to start our real lives. Tomorrow night we'll launch the Pants on their third summer voyage. Tomorrow begins the time of our lives. It's when we'll need our Pants the most." Critic Reviews: "Funny, perceptive, and moving." (USA Today) Members Reviews: Good Book Bought this for my daughter. She loved it--it's a great book for adolescents! She's read the series so it was a "must-have" on her book list. Great sequel - kindle version This is a great sequel to the sisterhood of the traveling pants novels. I have started fresh on my review, and decided to change this review to 5 stars. I figured out that it was my kindle that was changing the sentences. The same thing happened to me in book 4. When you are reading and it looks like the sentence just ends and hangs there without a period, it's just because it didn't fit on that page. If you turn 4 pages or so and then go back to the place you were reading it'll be fixed. I kept thinking that they were cutting out the sentence. Like it dropped off on that sentence without ending it, and started a new sentence on the next page. It's just because of however you formatted it to read on your kindle. This book is great for any sisterhood of the traveling pants fans. It follows along with the girls going off to college. yeeeeet great book 10 out of 10 i would read a million more times and not get tired of it Girls in Pants : The Third Summer of The Sisterhood Having read the first two books in the series I was intrigued to see how the four Septembers would continue to develop and grow. I was not disappointed. Tibby, Bee, Lena and Carmen face the world and conquer their demons in the only way they can - together, even when physically apart. This is a novel I would definitely recommend to teens starting to fly the nest, giving hope and reassurance that change is OK. We all go through it and come out the other side stronger from the experience. The Sisterhood starts to grow up and also to grow apart in the third summer I think the reason that Ann Brashares planned on writing only four books about the Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants is because there the group's roster consists of four girls. Each girl writes the introduction and the conclusion to a book in first person, but each novel is told by Brashares in third person. Tibby has the honors for "Girls in Pants: The Third Summer of the Sisterhood," which I expected because I had a strong hunch that Bee would have the honors for the fourth and presumably final novel.

If Only Audiobook by Sarah Walker

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sarah Walker) — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 00:07:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: If Only Author: Sarah Walker Narrator: Kate Hood Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-07 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Cara is in love with Danny, the tough guy with the good heart. But he's going out with Jessica, and Cara's stuck with her ratbag boyfriend, Fly - Danny's best friend. When Fly and Danny go on a simple trip to the all-night service station and come back in a strange, dark mood, Cara can't begin to imagine the drama that lies ahead. If Danny would only talk to her....But Danny's dad was once in jail and sticks to the rule "no names, no pack drill". If only Cara could find a way to the truth. ©2001 Sarah Walker; (P)2004 Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Editorial Reviews: Life is already complicated enough when a young woman is in love with her boyfriend's enigmatic best mate, but when a crime further shakes up Cara's group of friends, fragile relationships are pushed to their limits. Sarah Walker is an accomplished author of young adult fiction, and If Only capitalizes on her strengths as a screenwriter (Home and Away, All Saints). This audiobook brims with believable teen dialogue that actress Kate Hood performs in a dulcet, well-calibrated Australian accent that helps draw listeners into the story. If Only is told from the point of view of Cara who is stuck between two complicated men, but Hood adeptly voices the auxiliary characters in the drama.

The Gender Game Audiobook by Bella Forrest

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bella Forrest) — Fri, 28 Oct 2016 03:44:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Gender Game Author: Bella Forrest Narrator: Rebecca Soler, Zachary Webber Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-16 Publisher: Bella Forrest Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2854 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: For fans of The Hunger Games and Divergentcomes a story like no other... A toxic river divides nineteen-year-old Violet Bates's world by gender.Women rule the East. Men rule the West. Welcome to the lands of Matrus and Patrus. Ever since the disappearance of her beloved younger brother, Violet's life has been consumed by an anger she struggles to control. Already a prisoner to her own nation, now she has been sentenced to death for her crimes. But one decision could save her life. To enter the kingdom of Patrus, where men rule and women submit. Everything about the patriarchy is dangerous for a rebellious girl like Violet. She cannot break the rules if she wishes to stay alive. But abiding by rules has never been Violet's strong suit. When she's thrust into more danger than she could have ever predicted, Violet is forced to sacrifice many things in the forbidden kingdom ... including forbidden love. In a world divided by gender, only the strongest survive... What Early Readers are Saying: "Bella takes this genre to a new level. Imagine the intrigue of Divergent, the suspense of The Maze Runner and the heart-pounding excitement of The Hunger Games. That is the magic Bella is working with her new novel The Gender Game." "The perfect mix of adventure, mystery, thrill, blossoming love and heartbreak.READ THIS ASAP! You will not regret it." "You can never predict where Bella Forrest will take a story!" "Intrigue, danger and mystery at every corner." "Once I started reading, I knew I wouldn't be able to stop. My heart raced along with Violet's [...] The twists and turns so far in this book have left my mouth hanging agape." "Intrigue, espionage, and a strong, smart female at the center of it all. Had me sucked in from the get go." This will be a ride you won't want to miss. BUY NOW. Members Reviews: Plot line is asinine in so many places. This story is so full of holes. I was continually rolling my eyes at the lack of character development and motivation. Truly disappointing after all the reviews I read. Predictable Predictable story line. Not much substance. Whiny narration. Save your money and find something else Don't pass this one by! It's a definite MUST READ! If you could sum up The Gender Game in three words, what would they be? Loved this book! What did you like best about this story? The Gender Game was packed full of all my favorite things: adventure, the angst of a (PG-13) forbidden romance, action and good vs. evil. I really loved how the author built up the main character so that everything that happened made sense and was believable. I cared what happened to Violet. I was rooting for her and felt her pain, her joy, her shock and her heartbreak. I can't wait for the next installment of this story to come out! Which scene was your favorite? The romance angle was built up so enticingly well, that I must admit that last romantic part was my fave. However, that was definitely not all that this book was about! If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? The one that got me was "For fans of Hunger Games..." I think that is an accurate tag line that a lot of people would know how to respond to. Any additional comments? I also really, really, REALLY enjoyed the narrator! I am a huge fan of her work.

Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Audiobook by Becky Albertalli

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Becky Albertalli) — Tue, 07 Apr 2015 02:53:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Author: Becky Albertalli Narrator: Michael Crouch Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 04-07-15 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1188 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Sixteen-year-old and not-so-openly gay Simon Spier prefers to save his drama for the school musical. But when an email falls into the wrong hands, his secret is at risk of being thrust into the spotlight. Now Simon is actually being blackmailed: If he doesn't play wingman for class clown Martin, his sexual identity will become everyone's business. Worse, the privacy of Blue, the pen name of the boy he's been emailing with, will be compromised. With some messy dynamics emerging in his once tight-knit group of friends and his email correspondence with Blue growing more flirtatious every day, Simon's junior year has suddenly gotten all kinds of complicated. Now change-averse Simon has to find a way to step out of his comfort zone before he's pushed out - without alienating his friends, compromising himself, or fumbling a shot at happiness with the most confusing, adorable guy he's never met. Members Reviews: Overflowing with Humor and Heart Simon's personality is so distinctly drawn--every nook and cranny, every nuance--and the narrator is so perfectly cast, that you walk away from the experience feeling like you've gotten to know someone REAL. You haven't simply been told a story; you've gotten inside Simon's head and shared his experiences. Along with Simon, Albertalli has crafted a team of three-dimensional characters rife with intriguing qualities. You may think you've mastered them (as Simon does), but as the story develops many of them turn around and surprise you. In both subtle and not-so-subtle ways. A thoroughly engaging listen for Adults and Teens alike. Amazing, powerful, joyful book! I went back and forth between smiling at what was happening and occasionally getting upset. Sometimes Simon just does the complete wrong thing and I just wanted to say nooooooooooo. But thats part of what being a teenager is about. As this plays out over a few months, including the Christmas holidays, Albertalli gives us such full, dynamic characters that you feel the weight of the events on Simon, which is also helped by the use of first person/present tense. In the last forty five minutes, I smiled and cried because of the perfect ending that played out before my ears. I suspect I'll listen to it again, and I might pick up the physical book as well because this story deserves to be savored and enjoyed basically I was born To be nosy. the book was So good. I really appreciate the writing and the way the narrator made each character and situation seem like It could happen to you and the Book was Super relatable and I loved it overall. it was really good. I wanted more by the end. Oh my freaking God Love love love love love love love this book! I love the story the main character and the narrator! Thank you Becky Albertalli for this amazing inspiring insightful beautiful masterpiece! A wonderfully written, unique YA Simon is a 16 year old closeted gay kid, who has been sending emails to another closeted kid in his high school who he knows only as "Blue." Unfortunately for Simon, one classmate gets a hold of the emails and begins to blackmail him with them. What I appreciated about the novel - despite beginning with blackmails and secret identities - ultimately did not feel too sensational.

Tower of Dawn Audiobook by Sarah J. Maas

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sarah J. Maas) — Tue, 05 Sep 2017 23:33:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tower of Dawn Subtitle: A Throne of Glass Novel Author: Sarah J. Maas Narrator: Elizabeth Evans Format: Unabridged Length: 22 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 09-05-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1964 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: In the next installment of the New York Times best-selling Throne of Glass series, follow Chaol on his sweeping journey to a distant empire. Chaol Westfall has always defined himself by his unwavering loyalty, his strength, and his position as the captain of the Guard. But all of that has changed since the glass castle shattered, since his men were slaughtered, since the king of Adarlan spared him from a killing blow, but left his body broken. His only shot at recovery lies with the legendary healers of the Torre Cesme in Antica - the stronghold of the southern continent's mighty empire. And with war looming over Dorian and Aelin back home, their survival might lie with Chaol and Nesryn convincing its rulers to ally with them. But what they discover in Antica will change them both - and be more vital to saving Erilea than they could have imagined. Jacket illustrations copyright 2017 by Michael-Paul Terranova (shield) and copyright 2017 by Jeff Brown (cityscape). Members Reviews: Agh!!! Soooo goood!!! I wasnt going to read this because ... well the main character is not featured! But Im so glad I read it!!! Game changing reveals and oooohhh so many good characters to meet and root for!! Agh!!!!! Sooooo good! Cant wait for the next book! What's Chaol been up to? First of all, I adore this book series. Right from the beginning. Having said that: Chaol is not my favorite character by any means. He's blindly loyal, broods too much, and has made some really bad decisions...which is exactly why we needed this book. I want to go right back to where we left Aelin, but the fact is that this book tied several pieces of information together. We learned so much new information as well, and Chaol got a lot of personal redemption. He's still not my favorite character, but I really like Yrene. We got a ton of character development out of Nezrin, which was needed. In the end, this will not be anyone's favorite book of the series, but it is a necessary part of the whole. An Offshoot From The Main Storyline First of all, Chaol is my least favorite character in the Throne of Glass series (which is one of my all time favorites) so I wasn't thrilled to get into a whole book about him. That said, there was quite a bit revealed that will be necessary to the next book in the series. I enjoyed the Nesryn and the Prince story line and even the Chaol and Irene story line. This book lacked the excitement of the others. I feel like these stories could have been part of the other books and didn't need to be so long but I'm glad I know what I know now and CANNOT wait for the next book due out in 2018. couldn't put it down read the book in less than 24 hours. ...leaves you hanging. can't wait until the next book LOVED!!!! I was not really excited about this novella, but OMG it was so amazing! I could not get enough of it! I was so excited to finish it but didnt want it to end at the same time. Definitely a must read... or listen.

The Girl Who Dared to Think Audiobook by Bella Forrest

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bella Forrest) — Fri, 06 Oct 2017 21:19:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Girl Who Dared to Think Subtitle: The Girl Who Dared to Think, Book 1 Author: Bella Forrest Narrator: Kirsten Leigh Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 10-06-17 Publisher: Nightlight Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 251 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: An unforgettable tale brimming with suspense, mystery and romance - The Girl Who Dared to Think will thrill fans of The Gender Game, Divergent, and The Hunger Games.... How do you fight an enemy when they're inside your mind? A gargantuan glass-walled tower looms over a deadly wilderness. They say it's all that's left. The Tower's survival is humanity's survival, and each must serve it faithfully.... Twenty-year-old Liana Castell must be careful what she thinks. Her life is defined by the number on her wristband - a rating out of 10 awarded based on her usefulness and loyalty to the Tower, and monitored by a device in her skull. A device that reports forbidden thoughts. Liana is currently a four, the lowest possible acceptable score, and despite her parents' perfect scores of 10, she struggles to increase it. Rebellious ideas come all too easily, and resentfulness seems part of her being. She is an overseer-in-training, but her future will be dark if she cannot raise her worth.... Threes require drug treatment. Twos are isolated. Ones disappear. When Liana's worst nightmare comes to pass and she drops to a three, desperation spurs her down a path few dare to tread. A chance encounter with a cocky young man whose shockingly dissident attitude toward the Tower couldn't possibly have earned him the perfect "10" on his wrist, sets her on a trail to save herself - even at the risk of dropping lower. Stalking the young man seemed like a simple enough task, but after events take an unexpected twist, Liana finds herself taking a treacherous dive into the darkest depths of the Tower...and the decades' old secrets buried within. In a society where free thinking can make you a criminal, one girl dares to try.... Members Reviews: Narrator killed it for me I was excited to see this after I finished the gender game series, but I was disappointed in the narration of this book. I'm sure Kristen Leigh has her good books; however, this isn't one of them... every sentence is delivered like a news headline. I thought I could deal with it for the sake of the story but couldn't manage even after it started tying in with the Gender Game. I guess I'll be reading this series rather than listening to it. Poor writing Writing isnt great and the writer loves to say I dont want to be one of those girls when the lead character has strong emotions. Very annoying. clickbait Honestly, I really like everything about the book but the ending. There is zero closure and I now have to buy the next book. Clickbait very entertaining Bella Forrest knocks it out of the park again. I can't wait to see where this series goes. I love how it ties in with the Gender Game series. I loved it. I really enjoyed this book! I'm hooked! I still like The Gender Games better, but I have no doubt in time these characters will grow on me =) Thanks for another awesome series, and I love that it's apart of The Gender Games world.

Looking for Alaska Audiobook by John Green

biacuaduc@gmail.com (John Green) — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:26:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Looking for Alaska Author: John Green Narrator: Jeff Woodman Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 10-21-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5549 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Looking for Alaska brilliantly chronicles the indelible impact one life can have on another. A stunning debut, it marks John Green's arrival as an important new voice in contemporary fiction. Members Reviews: Decidedly adult content... This is the story of Miles, a young man who moves into a boarding school in Alabama where he meets beautiful, brilliant, but deeply troubled Alaska Young. It is the story of Miles' friendship with Alaska from beginning to end. Looking for Alaska is a coming of age story with decidedly adult content - drinking, smoking, sex, love, friendship and death. John Green creates an interesting cast of young characters and catapults them into very adult situations. He is not afraid to make his young characters face death in all of its complexity. Parts of the book are humorous, parts are heartbreaking. At times the book seems to move a little slowly, and you can tune out then tune back in to find you really haven't missed much. The narrator does an excellent job with the male characters, but his rendition of Alaska leaves a bit to be desired. Frankly, he makes her sound at times like an empty-headed redneck. Overall this book carries a message of hope. It reminds us of people who have impacted our lives profoundly, leaving deep imprints upon our hearts. It also foreshadows a certain peace in death, suggesting that where we are going may be more beautiful than where we are. Humorous YA for Adults Where does Looking for Alaska rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? In the YA realm, this is one of my top 7 favorites. What did you like best about this story? John Greene's sense of humor is delightfully sarcastic. The characters were well written and I felt like I was at the school, in the barn, at the basketball games, etc. with them. Have you listened to any of Jeff Woodmans other performances before? How does this one compare? Yes. I enjoy Jeff's performances. I didn't "love" his Alaska voice, but it didn't detract from the story. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I didn't cry, but found it humorous and marginally sad at the end. Alaska was a little too self-absorbed and I didn't care as much about her charcacter's sudden ending. Any additional comments? I wouldn't want my younger daughter to read this due to the continuous drinking, smoking, and mischief. However, I enjoyed it as an adult. Simply Amazing. The first Green book I listened to was "The Fault In Our Stars" and I was skeptic that any other of his books could come close to its brilliance. Fortunately, I was wrong. Looking for Alaska is billed as Young Adult fiction, but like so many YA novels, it easily transcends other genres. The book follows the life of Miles (aka "Pudge") as he seeks "The Great Perhaps" in a southern boarding school. There he meets Alaska Young and he falls for her quickly.

The Fire Queen Audiobook by Emily R. King

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Emily R. King) — Tue, 26 Sep 2017 08:28:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fire Queen Subtitle: The Hundredth Queen, Book 2 Author: Emily R. King Narrator: Lauren Ezzo, Scott Merriman Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 09-26-17 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 316 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: In the second book in The Hundredth Queen Series, Emily R. King once again follows a young warrior queen's rise to meet her destiny in a richly imagined world of sorcery and forbidden powers. Though the tyrant rajah she was forced to marry is dead, Kalinda's troubles are far from over. A warlord has invaded the imperial city, and now she's in exile. But she isn't alone. Kalinda has the allegiance of Captain Deven Naik, her guard and beloved, imprisoned for treason and stripped of command. With the empire at war, their best hope is to find Prince Ashwin, the rajah's son, who has promised Deven's freedom on one condition: that Kalinda will fight and defeat three formidable opponents. But as Kalinda's tournament strengths are once again challenged, so too is her relationship with Deven. While Deven fears her powers, Ashwin reveres them - as well as the courageous woman who wields them. Kalinda comes to regard Ashwin as the only man who can repair a warring world and finds herself torn between her allegiance to Deven and a newly found respect for the young prince. With both the responsibility to protect her people and the fate of those she loves weighing heavily upon her, Kalinda is forced again to compete. She must test the limits of her fire powers and her hard-won wisdom. But will that be enough to unite the empire without sacrificing all she holds dear? Members Reviews: Love this series! Great story with complex characters. I love that this story is not predictable. My only complaint is that the two narrators did not pronounce names the same way. It was confusing at times. The Narrators voices were great but pronounced the lead characters name differently. This story has romance and plenty of action. It kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time. Emily King is really, really good! So, I'm not a romance guy by any means, and it's somewhat difficult for me to read in try hat genre. But what Emily King does really well, is balancing out the romance with great action scenes and a well-paced plot. she's also really good at pros and her descriptive details are highly intelligent and compelling. This needs to be a movie! The first book in the series was amazing and imaginative. The second did not disappoint. Now I must wait for the 3rd!!! Ahhhh! It did take a little adjustment to hearing Devon read by a male narrator but all in all it was a wonderful performance. Great sequel, additional narrator... I really enjoyed the sequel and the continuation of the story. The concept was interesting, and kept me coming back for more. My only complaint is that with the additional narrator. Both narrators are pleasant to listen to, and the female familiar from the first book. I wish that someone had noticed in production that the narrators were pronouncing names and locations differently than one another. The female narrator was consistent with the first novel, but the male narrator pronounced names differently, and it was just enough to bug me each time it was pronounced. It seems like a pretty simple concept, to ensure that the narrators are being consistent with one another, but they failed to do so here.

Allegiant Audiobook by Veronica Roth

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Veronica Roth) — Tue, 22 Oct 2013 12:59:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Allegiant Subtitle: Divergent Trilogy, Book 3 Author: Veronica Roth Narrator: Emma Galvin, Aaron Stanford Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 10-22-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17540 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: What if your whole world was a lie? What if a single revelation - like a single choice - changed everything? What if love and loyalty made you do things you never expected? The explosive conclusion to Veronica Roth's #1 New York Times best-selling Divergent trilogy reveals the secrets of the dystopian world that has captivated millions of listeners in Divergent and Insurgent. Editorial Reviews: Editors Select, October 2013 - Speculative fiction has emerged as the most popular subgenre of YA literature in the last decade or so, helping to patently defeat the dire predictions that kids these days just wouldn't care about books. Veronica Roth's Divergent trilogy has become an almost iconic addition to this cannon. Insurgent, Book Two in the series, ended with an M. Night Shyamalan-worthy twist that has kept me and the other fans here at Audible biting our nails - making the arrival of Allegiant all the more exciting. Luckily, Emma Galvin, probably the best YA voice talent going today, returns to narrate along with a surprise male co-narrator chosen by a fan-vote. I hate to state the obvious but if you were sucked in by The Hunger Games series (and come on you know you were) then you need to check out Divergent. And to top things off, it's about to be a blockbuster movie. Emily, Audible Editor Members Reviews: What a let down! What would have made Allegiant better? If it were ANYTHING like the previous two! Would you ever listen to anything by Veronica Roth again? Probably not. Have you listened to any of Emma Galvin and Aaron Stanford s other performances before? How does this one compare? Love Emma Galvin - I have listen to other performances and love her. Aaron Stanford did an ok job, didnt like his female voice but I went with it. If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Allegiant? I think I have to agree with most of the other reviews - I would totally change "the big event" and the last several chapters. Any additional comments? I absolutely loved the first two books! I pre ordered this one and was counting the days! But I truly would of been fine with waiting another year if that would of changed how this book came out. What a let down. Leaves you feeling like you wasted your time investing in the beloved characters and all of what happened in the first two books. This is a seperate book and doesnt even belong with the trilogy except it has the same characters. I agree that stopping after two and making up your own ending is much much better than listening to this book. I hate it when this happens I'm judging this book harshly based mostly on two facts: the potential it had and the actual story. Normally I give the performance a greater rating but the great performance could not wash the taste of disappointment from my mouth. Maybe it's because I set myself up with these huge expectations based on the potential I saw in the books prior to this one but then this one... The narration was great as I stated above, makes it absolutely bearable to listen to the book... Both Emma (who spoke as Tris) and Aaron (the voice of Four) really did awesome jobs at truly giving these characters a voice and even a body in a sense. The pacing wasn't rushed; the tones were great.... there really isn't much that can be taken away from the narration here.

Grace Under Fire Audiobook by Franklin Horton

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Franklin Horton) — Fri, 03 Nov 2017 02:42:33 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Grace Under Fire Subtitle: The Locker Nine Series, Book 2 Author: Franklin Horton Narrator: Kevin Pierce Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 11-03-17 Publisher: James Franklin Horton Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 427 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Grace Hardwick was raised to be a survivor. Her dad taught her how to how to fight and how to think on her feet, hoping she'd never need those skills. When society fell apart around her, she needed all that and more. There was nothing in her life to this point that prepared her for the random violence, the brutality, and the cruelty of a starving and desperate populace turning on each other. In the highly-anticipated sequel to Locker Nine, Franklin Horton takes us on a breakneck dystopian thrill ride where you cannot let your guard down. Every peaceful moment could be the preamble to the next act of random violence. Every moment an exhausted traveler spends sleeping could be the moment an attacker's knife curls around their neck. Picking up immediately after the last book we find Grace taking refuge in a secure compound in the Southern Appalachians. After reuniting with her father, she expected that the remainder of her journey home would be uneventful. Her dad was with her now - things would be okay. She couldn't have been more wrong. Nothing in this new life is easy. Grace and her friend Tom, a physically-challenged veteran utilizing a specially-outfitted track chair, find themselves suddenly thrown back in the fight. Robert Hardwick and Tom's mother become separated from their children and find themselves under attack from a highly-skilled and heavily-armed force. Most alarming of all, an innocent comment from a child's lips puts the remainder of Grace's family directly in the cross-hairs of a violent sociopath. If he is able to carry out his plans, Grace and her father will not have a home, or even a family, to return to. Members Reviews: Franklin Horton and Kevin Pierce are perfect combo I don't normally write long reviews but I thought this book was worth it. Perfect combination of action and storyline. The addition of some very interesting characters renewed my interest in the storyline. I also absolutely loved how one of the new characters in this book got to do a crossover and meet characters from one of Franklin Horton's other books that was also narrated by Kevin Pearce. If you're on the fence about this book you should definitely buy it, it's worth the credit. Absolutely loved it! I've read all of Franklin Hortons books and each one grabs you and doesn't let go. Grace Under Fire is my favorite so far, but I've said that about all the other too. Once again this author leaves me longing for more So many times an author has a hard time keeping the series alive and fresh, but not Franklin. You can tell he writes from the heart and paired with Narrator extraordinaire Kevin Pierce, he manages to bring us right back to the edge with this offering. I found this adventure to be even more action packed and wrought with the pain and suffering of what you would expect in times like these. As well you introduced the "Paul" and unfortunate and very real danger to all walks of life in our country. They exist on the lowest levels of humanity and offer nothing and expect everything! The "Pauls" will be one of the most dangerous forms of foe to your existence when the SHTF really happen. I can say enough good about this latest novel except bring on the next one! Be prepared: Kindness is not a weakness, family is forever. give love exspecting nothing in return. Be your truth.

Covetous Audiobook by Victoria Evers

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Victoria Evers) — Tue, 16 Jan 2018 08:55:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Covetous Subtitle: The Marked Mage Chronicles, Book 2 Author: Victoria Evers Narrator: Jennifer O'Donnell Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 01-16-18 Publisher: Podium Publishing Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Heaven wants me dead. Hell wants me as its weapon. And I'm in bed with a devil. I was just your average 17-year-old girl, until I was Marked. Some may sell their souls; mine was taken. Not only are angelic hunters out to kill me, but Hell's deadliest Mage - the devilishly charming Crown Prince of Lust - is just as desperate to get his hands on me...again. No, he doesn't want me dead. This seductive trickster only has one thing on his mind: making me his new blushing bride. He can call me his "mate" all he wants. I'm not about ready to sign my soul away into eternal damnation, no matter how gorgeous he may be. But after two months on the run, I realize I can't escape the ugly truth. If I wish to fight another day, I may just have to make a deal with the worst kind of devil. The kind that loves me. I thought I knew what rock bottom was, but this is only the beginning. As the great poet once said, "Hell is empty and all the devils are here." Members Reviews: Captivating I could not stop listening to this book! I am going to have a hard time waiting for more. Thrilling! Possibly better than the first book! I cannot wait to find out what happens next! Victoria does a great job at voicing the story, it's so easy to keep up with each character! Best book Ive heard thus far I loved this book. It was great! You picture the words that were said. Incredible! I hope the 3rd book comes out soon! I cant wait to find out what happens Great book Great read Loved it couldnt stop listening cant wait for the next one to come out! better than book 1 This was a very good story. I love how it made me start to root for the bad guy to get the girl.

Trickery Audiobook by Jaymin Eve, Jane Washington

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jaymin Eve) — Tue, 23 May 2017 03:59:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Trickery Subtitle: Curse of the Gods, Book 1 Author: Jaymin Eve, Jane Washington Narrator: Vanessa Moyen Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 05-23-17 Publisher: Jane Washington Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1450 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Willa Knight: Dweller. Slave. Non-magical being. In Minatsol, being a dweller means that you are literally no better than dirt. In fact, dirt might actually be more useful than Willa. Her life will be one of servitude to the sols, the magic-blessed beings who could one day be chosen to become gods. At least her outer village is far removed from the cities of the sols, and she won't ever be forced to present herself to them... Until one small mistake changes everything, and Willa is awarded a position to serve at Blesswood, the top sol academy in the world - a position that she definitely did not earn. Under the sudden, watchful eye of the gods, she will be tasked to serve the Abcurse brothers, five sols built of arrogance, perfection, and power. They are almost gods themselves, and under their service, she is either going to end up sentenced to death, or else they are going to ruin her so badly that she will wish for it. Either way, she is in trouble. This is a full novel, 90,000 words. Book one of five in the Curse of the Gods Series Members Reviews: Good storytelling with a kinky side! I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The storyline and voices were excellent. The main character seems to have been ripped off a comedy stage! She is very humorous with the associated insecurities you would expect from a young comedian. The relationships between the characters develop nicely with a very kinky undertone. One warning though -- if bad language makes you squeamish, you should probably skip this one (your loss though!) WHAT WAS THAT!!!! Ok first off I NEVER give things 5 stars. If I like it it gets 3. If I REALLY like it it gets 4. To get 5 stars I have to have loved it so much that the moment it's over I want to go replay it. THIS book is one of those rare finds. Honestly I just finished reading 2 series that were both 6 books long and fairly dark and I wanted something based in a different world that would put me in a good mood. I nearly skipped this book until I saw how nearly all the reviewers noted how funny it was. So I caved. All that said, I loved the book. I had me laughing so hard at times that my sides hurt. :). The authors find a nice balance between humour and realistic consequences. The one down side to this book is that it IS the first in the series which means that most of the book is focused on world building and character development. Also, there are a LOT of characters to meet and get to know and at times you have to be careful or they begin to blur together. But there is a story told fully here and it sets a great foundation for the future books. I can't wait to see where the authors take the story from here but in the mean time, I'll probably be replaying this one a LOT. Simply WOW! Okay I'm in love with the brothers. Jaymin and Jane are a powerful combination. The dynamic and chemistry between and and Willa is breathtaking, seriously I held my breath throughput the story. Oh my gods! I cannot wait for the rest of the series. The narrator was on point. Her style was very hypnotic; it definitely kept me inside the story. Made it really hard to put down the headphones .

The Selection Audiobook by Kiera Cass

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kiera Cass) — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 05:08:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Selection Subtitle: The Selection, Book 1 Author: Kiera Cass Narrator: Amy Rubinate Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 04-24-12 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6453 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: For 35 girls, the Selection is the chance of a lifetime: the opportunity to escape the life laid out for them since birth... to be swept up in a world of glittering gowns and priceless jewels... to live in a palace and compete for the heart of gorgeous Prince Maxon. But for America Singer, being Selected is a nightmare. It means turning her back on her secret love with Aspen, who is a caste below her, leaving her home to enter a fierce competition for a crown she doesn't want, and living in a palace that is constantly threatened by violent rebel attacks. Then America meets Prince Maxon. Gradually, she starts to question all the plans she's made for herself - and realizes that the life she's always dreamed of may not compare to a future she never imagined. Members Reviews: You might want to wait... if you hate cliffhangers I clicked on an adthat said Hunger Games + Cinderella + The Bachelor = The Selection and totally impulse bought this audio book. I admit it, I was taken by the ad and the cover. Beautiful. I dont want to give away too much, but I found the main character to be charming and endearing in a no, no please dont do that oh you really did it now kind of way. I really liked her family in particular her youngest brother. I also felt like her relationship with her Mom really rang true for me. There were moments that made me cringe thinking about the trouble America got herself into through her impetuous responses. I am completely rooting for herand have already picked which guy I think would be better for her. But based on how she reacted through out the book, and what my gut thought she should doshe will probably choose the other one. (So yes, triangle) Beyond all of the romance stuff (which is front and center of the book)is what I imagine for the author a slow build. I loved how the knowledge of this society is laid into the story. But: 1)I thoughtespecially in the very beginning that the narrator sounded almost mechanical---wooden. Maybe this was on purpose?? By the end, I didnt notice it anymore in fact I did love the way she did the Princes voice---for that she deserves credit. If you are listening--let me to encourage you to push on. 2)The ending I have rewound and listened to the last 20 minutes oh man, seriously painful---and I would say abrupt ending. All I can do is hope its not a long time for the next one. But then maybe thats a good thing Over all I really enjoyed it... but if you are more a fan of Hunger Games than Cinderella or the Bachelor then Im not sure this is the book for you. Romance is definitely the name of this game. AMAZING book...HORRIBLE narrator I've recently begun to love audiobooks...but this narrator is HORRIBLE! She reads so flat that it's hard to even hear the words... Boring Cinderella meets copy of hunger games Honesty? Too predictable, boring and flat, characters without depth or true conflict. I realize the target audience are teens, but still... The author could write as if they had brains which they do and don't use at all. Just another girl needing to be rescued. When will we see strong and realistic female characters? Entertaining I'm writing this after listening to all three. Can't quite put my finger on why I purchased and "read" them all so quickly. This is not great lit, but at least the first one kept me happily occupied. Yes, the story is predictable, but it was fun.

Never Fade Audiobook by Alexandra Bracken

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alexandra Bracken) — Tue, 15 Oct 2013 23:03:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Never Fade Subtitle: Darkest Minds, Book 2 Author: Alexandra Bracken Narrator: Amy McFadden Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 10-15-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1295 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Ruby never asked for the abilities that almost cost her her life. Now she must call upon them on a daily basis, leading dangerous missions to bring down a corrupt government and breaking into the minds of her enemies. Other kids in the Childrens League call Ruby Leader", but she knows what she really is: a monster. When Ruby is entrusted with an explosive secret, she must embark on her most dangerous mission yet: leaving the Childrens League behind. Crucial information about the disease that killed most of Americas children - and turned Ruby and the others who lived into feared and hated outcasts - has survived every attempt to destroy it. But the truth is saved in only one place: a flash drive in the hands of Liam Stewart, the boy Ruby once believed was her future - and who now wouldnt recognize her. As Ruby sets out across a desperate, lawless country to find Liam - and answers about the catastrophe that has ripped both her life and America apart - she is torn between old friends and the promise she made to serve the League. Ruby will do anything to protect the people she loves. But what if winning the war means losing herself? Members Reviews: Just as good as Darkest Minds For a middle book, this one blows that "middle book syndrome" idea right out of the water. Wow! Every bit as action packed and drama driven as the first book, Alexandra Bracken has delivered a whopper of a sequel. The audio by Amy McFadden is superb. Every voice was distinct, every emotion appropriate. I am getting spoiled by all these voice actors and highly impatient with those who just narrate. This book is amazing. Just get it and listen to it - you're welcome. Amazing follow up to an amazing first book I am loving this series!! The writing is fresh and gorgeous, the characters are so well fleshed out and the plot is gripping. Can't wait to read the next one!! Next book please ! Ruby rocks! She is so determined to protect her friends & do what's right even though she messes up a lot. Great story. Amazing Book This book has an amazing timeline and I love listening to this series Reader keep on doing amazing work and keep on reading audio book LOVE I loved being able to switch between audio MD kindle versions. The story was amazing.

The Elite Audiobook by Kiera Cass

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kiera Cass) — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 10:05:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Elite Subtitle: The Selection, Book 2 Author: Kiera Cass Narrator: Amy Rubinate Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 04-23-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4763 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The selection began with 35 girls. Now, with the group narrowed down to the Elite, the competition to win Prince Maxon's love is fiercer than ever. The closer America gets to the crown, the more she struggles to figure out where her heart truly lies. Each moment she spends with Maxon is like a fairy tale, filled with breathless, glittering romance. But whenever she sees her first love, Aspen, standing guard, she's swept up in longing for the life they'd planned to share. America is desperate for more time. But while she's torn between her two futures, the rest of the Elite know exactly what they want - and America's chance to choose is about to slip away. Members Reviews: I confess -- I really like this series! STORY - My husband and friends would probably tease me for listening to this book. The characters are teenaged girls, and the story is a combination of the TV show The Bachelor and the Cinderella fairy tale -- girls competing for a prince. It's chick lit all the way! In this second book, The Selection has now become "The Elite," with only six competitors left from the larger original number. There are rivalries between the girls, as you might imagine. The main character, America, is not sure she's over the relationship with her old BF, who is now a guard at the palace where the competition is taking place. So there's a love triangle going on during the competition, plus the kingdom is experiencing political unrest and is under attack. It may be teenaged chick lit, but there's a lot that's going on in the story that I find totally enjoyable. It's a light, easy listen, with lots of young, innocent romance thrown in. I might be stupid at my age for enjoying this series, but I do. I can't wait for the third and final book to come out to see how everything ends up. (These books must be listened to in order, as each one leads into the next). NARRATION - The reader has an unusual way of reading which I can't quite describe. It sort of bothered me for maybe an hour into the first book, but after that I thought she was perfect for the rest of that book and this one as well. OVERALL - For females about 15 and up. There's no inapproprite language or situations. It might be too immature for some listeners, but not this one. This fan girl enjoyed it...love triangles and all! Just wow! Again, I can't believe how much I enjoyed this book. Like the Selection there were so many bad reviews that I almost didn't get this book. So glad I didn't listen to the haters. This book was amazing. There were so many twists and turns and I enjoyed learning more about the world that Kiera Cass has created. I can sympathize with those who hated the love triangle. It's frustrating, but isn't that what a love triangle is suppose to do? Otherwise who cares about it?? This is suppose to be about a young girl who is confused and has a huge decision to make under a stressful situation. I really felt sympathy for her character. And I can totally understand how confused she must be over Maxon and Aspen. I don't get the negative reviews, but everyone is entitled to their opinion. If you enjoyed the Selection then I'm sure you will enjoy this one too. Just don't expect everything to be wrapped up and given to you with a bow on top. This is a trilogy and there is still more to come.

The 5th Wave Audiobook by Rick Yancey

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rick Yancey) — Tue, 07 May 2013 07:52:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The 5th Wave Author: Rick Yancey Narrator: Brandon Espinoza, Phoebe Strole Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 05-07-13 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7275 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The Passage meets Ender's Game in an epic new series from award-winning author Rick Yancey. After the first wave, only darkness remains. After the second, only the lucky escape. And after the third, only the unlucky survive. After the fourth wave, only one rule applies: Trust no one. Now, it's the dawn of the fifth wave, and on a lonely stretch of highway, Cassie runs from Them. The beings who only look human, who roam the countryside killing anyone they see. Who have scattered Earth's last survivors. To stay alone is to stay alive, Cassie believes, until she meets Evan Walker. Beguiling and mysterious, Evan Walker may be Cassie's only hope for rescuing her brother - or even saving herself. But Cassie must choose: between trust and despair, between defiance and surrender, between life and death. To give up or to get up. Members Reviews: Not Your Typical YA Dystopian Fare Anyone else over the trilogy happy dystopian and paranormal YA lit? This one stands out and is worth your credit and time. Cassie feels like the last human on earth after aliens have quietly invaded our planet. There are no grand explosions, little green men, or friendly visitors wishing to interact and understand our race. Stealthy and cunning, the "others" unleash several waves to eradicate the human race while preserving the Earth's natural resources. The plot is layered with well thought out details; feels like peeling an onion instead of gliding the surface of most successful dystopian trilogies. Writing style is thoughtful, smart, and insightful. Cared about the characters, enjoying alternating viewpoints and narration by Cassie and other character (no spoilers). Their journey was a little like "Revolution," "The Walking Dead," and "The Road" woven into a teenage tapestry of action, adventure, and the power of perseverance. Found myself walking alongside characters to find food and shelter and feeling just as disturbed trying to figure out how to distinguish the enemy from other humans. Interesting to explore in this read. Highly recommend. Outstanding plot, suspense, action, betrayal This is the first in a YA trilogy. It is outstanding. I liked the movie so I decided to read the first book. The book is much better than the movie and that is saying something. Aliens invade the world, this story is about a 16 year old girl, Cassie, that has to deal. Her and her surviving brother get separated. She make a promise to get him and the rest you'll have to listen to. Yancey slides in bumper stickers about morality and observations about civilization. You know them when you hear them. They don't detract nor add to the story. They are like like speed-bumps. The book is narrated by a man and a woman, there are three points of view: Cassie, Ben Parish and Evan. I let you figure out who is who and who is doing what to whom. But the short of it, the narration is very good. This series will appeal to anyone who liked the Hunger Games, the Divergent Series, or the Steelheart series. If those series get you going, you are going to love this one as well. I give it a big thumbs up. The best I have listened to in a while. What made the experience of listening to The 5th Wave the most enjoyable? Everything. The narrator, the story, the characters, the prose. There is not a single thing I did not like about this book.

Beautiful Creatures Audiobook by Kami Garcia, Margaret Stohl

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kami Garcia) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:57:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Beautiful Creatures Subtitle: Beautiful Creatures, Book 1 Author: Kami Garcia, Margaret Stohl Narrator: Kevin T. Collins Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 11-17-09 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4550 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Lena Duchannes is unlike anyone the small Southern town of Gatlin has ever seen, and she's struggling to conceal her power and a curse that has haunted her family for generations. But even within the overgrown gardens, murky swamps, and crumbling graveyards of the forgotten South, a secret cannot stay hidden forever. Ethan Wate, who has been counting the months until he can escape from Gatlin, is haunted by dreams of a beautiful girl he has never met. When Lena moves into the town's oldest and most infamous plantation, Ethan is inexplicably drawn to her and determined to uncover the connection between them. In a town with no surprises, one secret could change everything.... Members Reviews: Adequate for Adults This book has all of the key components to a good YA novel. There's outcast girl & boy who find they're soul mates; an overly protective African-American caregiver; humorous secretive uncle and a paranormal twist. I didn't love this story and found some of the characters to be irritating stereotypes (the mean girls at school). Overall, it was a decent attempt, but could have been better. While I enjoyed the story, I won't listen to the next in the series. warmed over young adult supernatural fiction I wish Audible would categorize its books better. I should have known this is a young adult book by the description, but somehow I keep falling for the Fantasy label. I like a lot of young adult supernatural fiction. There is some good stuff coming out nowadays. But this book is stuffed with the tired conceits of young adult fiction, and it isn't even really self-consistent. Basically, the authors are lazy. Paranoid conviction that all the adults know something they won't tell you? Check. Intense yet unexplained love connection between two good looking yet chaste teenagers whom no one else understands? Check. One dimensional mean girls at the high school? Check. Teachers who are really just dumb placeholders? Check. Parents who are dead or otherwise out of the picture? Check. Come on. At no high school will freshman girls and boys be elected to be king and queen at the major dance. No one can be comfortable at a party outside where everyone is wearing super skimpy clothes (tee shirts, short dresses, etc) yet there is snow or a hurricane or a rainstorm or I forget there was always some crazy weather.

Paper Princess Audiobook by Erin Watt

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Erin Watt) — Tue, 10 Jan 2017 18:11:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Paper Princess Author: Erin Watt Narrator: Angela Goethals Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 01-10-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 808 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: From strip clubs and truck stops to southern coast mansions and prep schools, one girl tries to stay true to herself. These Royals will ruin you... Ella Harper is a survivor - a pragmatic optimist. She's spent her whole life moving from town to town with her flighty mother, struggling to make ends meet and believing that someday she'll climb out of the gutter. After her mother's death, Ella is truly alone. Until Callum Royal appears, plucking Ella out of poverty and tossing her into his posh mansion among his five sons who all hate her. Each Royal boy is more magnetic than the last, but none as captivating as Reed Royal, the boy who is determined to send her back to the slums she came from. Reed doesn't want her. He says she doesn't belong with the Royals. He might be right. Wealth. Excess. Deception. It's like nothing Ella has ever experienced, and if she's going to survive her time in the Royal palace, she'll need to learn to issue her own Royal decrees. Critic Reviews: "This generation's Cruel Intentions." (Jennifer L. Armentrout, #1 New York Times best-selling author) Members Reviews: Overall I'd give it 3.5 Stars I have wanted to read this story for a long time, but waited to take it in on Audiobook! I knew going in that this was part of a series, and was probably one I'd want to listen to when the other book/books were released. I'm glad I did! The beginning had a strong start. The narration was good, although I did feel the voice definitely seemed older than a 17 year old girl. I could easily follow along with the story, and characters. Angela Goethals did a great job distinguishing the different voices, male and female. I will be on the lookout for other stories read by her! The middle of the book dragged a little for me with drama, but was pretty engaging throughout. Y/A isn't normally my go to genre, so I expected more drama than normal. By the time I got to the end, I had made up my mind to continue with book #2 Broken Prince. I'm anxious to see what happens! That ending was...WOW! Don't want to go into the plot further and give away spoilers, but... I will say, personally, I think this story is more of an N/A book perhaps? It contains many sex scenes, most of which rival some of the Erotic books I read! I'm not complaining about the sex scenes, they were written well! Just think it's a little above being a book categorized as Young Adult reading. Erin Watt is a combination of two different authors, they did a good job blending their words, and emotions throughout! I am looking forward to book two, and finding out what happens next! Angsty YA Steprother type book Young Adult with New Adult Themes. Does Not Stand Alone. The Royals Series by Erin Watt seemed to be on so many favorite lists for 2016 that I picked up the first, Paper Princess when it went on sale to see what all the fuss is about. I actually read a few pages over someones shoulder on a plane this fall and it caught my eye. I should preface this review by saying I bought this solely from popularity. I didnt read the blurb or reviews first. I saw Royals and Princess, and after reading and enjoying two other Royal type books this fall, I figured Id really like Paper Princess. To be honest, it read like a YA stepbrother book. While I enjoyed it, I found nothing unique about it, and Royal was a last name. It wasnt about Royalty at all.

Broken Prince Audiobook by Erin Watt

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Erin Watt) — Tue, 10 Jan 2017 14:12:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Broken Prince Author: Erin Watt Narrator: Angela Goethals, Zachary Webber Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 01-10-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 590 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: These Royals will ruin you...From wharf fights and school brawls to crumbling lives inside glittery mansions, one guy tries to save himself. Reed Royal has it all - looks, status, money. The girls at his elite prep school line up to date him, the guys want to be him, but Reed never gave a damn about anyone but his family until Ella Harper walked into his life. What started off as burning resentment and the need to make his father's new ward suffer turned into something else entirely - keep Ella close. Keep Ella safe. But when one foolish mistake drives her out of Reed's arms and brings chaos to the Royal household, Reed's entire world begins to fall apart around him. Ella doesn't want him anymore. She says they'll only destroy each other. She might be right. Secrets. Betrayal. Enemies. It's like nothing Reed has ever dealt with before, and if he's going to win back his princess, he'll need to prove himself Royally worthy. Warning: This book ends in a cliffhanger. Critic Reviews: "This generation's Cruel Intentions." (Jennifer L. Armentrout, New York Times Bestselling Author) Members Reviews: Addictive These books are such a guilty pleasure. So happy to see the third book is out!!! If you want something that will get you hooked, these books are it! Holy Cow! So Goood!!! Brilliantly written and read! Very good performances! Can't wait to listen to the next book. Female narrator ruined it for me Would you be willing to try another one of Angela Goethals and Zachary Webber s performances? Zachary Webber, definitely. He is always fantastic and sold me on Reed. Angelea Goethais, never again. I read the first book in the series and really enjoyed it. In the written version, I read Ella as such a feisty strong character. This narrator read her parts in a depressed monotone and SO SLOWLY. Ella sounded drugged or half asleep. It completely ruined the story for me. Any additional comments? Right at the start of the book, one of the characters was incredibly mean and manipulative and another character just completely fell for it. He didn't use his brains to solve the problem and came across as weak and stupid. I know it drives the plot, but if felt over the top. I may try to finish this book in written form. As much as I love Zachary Webber, I just can't listen to female narrator anymore. I'm returning. It's like a train wreck You want to stop cause the story isn't really that great, the characters are not that memorable, and it's a but too predictable, however, if you have a curious bone in you unfortunately can't stop till your at the end and shocked you made it that far. Hell it's smut, better than most smut, but still smut. Good story, Bad recording Would you try another book from Erin Watt and/or Angela Goethals and Zachary Webber ? yes How did the narrator detract from the book? I felt both narrators were very good. However I did need to adjust the speed each time it changed narrator. The woman spoke much much slower than the man. It was annoying to keep changing the speed. But I did like the story.

The Sun Is Also a Star Audiobook by Nicola Yoon

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nicola Yoon) — Tue, 01 Nov 2016 13:06:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Sun Is Also a Star Author: Nicola Yoon Narrator: Bahni Turpin, Raymond Lee, Dominic Hoffman Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-16 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1019 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Natasha I'm a girl who believes in science and facts. Not fate. Not destiny. Or dreams that will never come true. I'm definitely not the kind of girl who meets a cute boy on a crowded New York City street and falls in love with him. Not when my family is 12 hours away from being deported to Jamaica. Falling in love with him won't be my story. Daniel I've always been the good son, the good student, living up to my parents' high expectations. Never the poet. Or the dreamer. But when I see her, I forget about all that. Something about Natasha makes me think that fate has something much more extraordinary in store - for both of us. The Universe Every moment in our lives has brought us to this single moment. A million futures lie before us. Which one will come true? Editorial Reviews: Editors Select, November 2016 - I was on maternity leave over the summer when I received an early copy of The Sun Is Also a Star. Thankfully my mom was around that day to watch the baby, because I couldnt put it down. Not only is Nicola Yoon answering the call for more diversity in YA literature, she is also creating compelling, honest, and memorable characters in her fiction. The Sun Is Also a Star, which is a finalist for the National Book Award, is told from the alternating perspectives of two teenagers - one a Korean American boy who is on the "doctor tract" despite his proclivity for poetry; the other a Jamaican girl who is desperately trying to save her family from their imminent deportation. Over a single day, we watch how fate weaves its way into their lives. I recently got to listen to the audiobook, narrated by Bahni Turpin, Raymond Lee, and Dominic Hoffman - whose performances ensure Yoons work will soon become essential listening. Members Reviews: Beautifully written love story This was perhaps the BEST book I have read/listened to in a long while!! I loved everything about this story and fell in love with the characters as well. I have recommended this book to all of my friends. BTW, I'm a 43 year old, mother of two who is a hopeless romantic!! Sweet Little Book This is a sweet little book of a Jamaican girl about to be deported who by happenstance meets a Korean-American boy, conflicted about his path in life. Both fall in love in the span of a few hours. Her writing style is solid, but this one is okay in comparison to "Everything, Everything". The story is implausible and the female narrator was annoying. Overall, a cute story, but not as great as it was hyped to be. Still worth the credit. This was cute but flawed I am solely reviewing the narration here. It was nice to have multiple readers since there was more than one main character plus one was a boy and one a girl. The problems I have with the narration are 1) The narration was way too slow. I had to speed it up and it still felt slow. 2)The woman narrating 17 year old Natasha sounds like she is 40. It's fine to be 40, I'm in my 30's but it's strange to hear such an adult voice narrating a 17 year old. 3) Some of the accents were done very poorly. I know I sound like a harsh critic, but I think that the audio industry is so large now that it is possible to find the perfect narrator for each story. These guys and gal just weren't the right fit. don't normally read young adult but thought this might be a good one for my grand-daughter.

Matched Audiobook by Ally Condie

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ally Condie) — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 23:60:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Matched Subtitle: Book 1 Author: Ally Condie Narrator: Kate Simses Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 11-30-10 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2805 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Cassia has always trusted the Society to make the right choices for her: what to read, what to watch, what to believe. So when Xander's face appears on-screen at her Matching ceremony, Cassia knows with complete certainty that he is her ideal mate... until she sees Ky Markham's face flash for an instant before the screen fades to black. The Society tells her it's a glitch, a rare malfunction, and that she should focus on the happy life she's destined to lead with Xander. But Cassia can't stop thinking about Ky, and as they slowly fall in love, Cassia begins to doubt the Society's infallibility and is faced with an impossible choice: between Xander and Ky, between the only life she's known and a path that no one else has dared to follow. Members Reviews: A Kinder, Gentler Dyastopian Society When my sister suggested this book to me, I wasn't sure I would like it. Genetically engineered societies means that disabilities are eliminated by default. That makes it difficult for me to "find myself" in the book because I already know going in that neither I nor my husband or son would be found in this oh-so-perfect society. But that wasn't a problem. Ally Condie crafted together such an artful weaving of character and setting with just enough ties to our own world to be believable that I was pulled in right away. Told from the point of view of someone who genuinely believes in the infalability of the Society and its statistics, Cassia moves right along as she reasonably explains away euthanasia or drug-induced amnesia while the reader's heart pounds at the deceptive logic of it all. There is a love story at the center of the book, but it wasn't the love story itself that pulled me in. Unlike other love triangle tales, one potential match isn't "wrong" and the other "right." I truly believe that Cassia would have been/will be happy with either Xander or Ky. To me, that's not the point of the story at all. Is it better to have the choice or not? No matter how perfect the society is planned to be, it will always come down to the power held in the hands of imperfect people. Others have criticized the book for being nothing new, but I think that's unfair. Have dystopian tales been told before? Sure. Do others examine the same debates regarding personal freedom, secret knowledge, finding the right spouse? Absolutely. Matched, in my opinion, tells it well on its own merits. I found this book to be so well crafted that it demanded my attention. Most of the time, I can balance reading multiple books at a time: one on audio, one on ebook, one on paper, etc. While I was reading Matched, however, it claimed my inner voice. I would try to read another book and find myself hearing Cassia and having to stop and remember that this was an entirely different world. For me to have that reaction alone says something. On a lighter note, as a teacher who still emphasizes the value of cursive writing and poetry, I loved the twist Matched brought to those two arts often dismissed in today's society. There is a value in creating rather than simply sifting through facts and regurgitating the right ones at the right time. Wow I was worried about picking up this book because so many people were bashing it as a rip off of 'the giver'. I could not find many reviews that praised this particular story.

A Torch Against the Night Audiobook by Sabaa Tahir

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sabaa Tahir) — Tue, 30 Aug 2016 14:47:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Torch Against the Night Subtitle: An Ember in the Ashes, Book 2 Author: Sabaa Tahir Narrator: Fiona Hardingham, Steve West, Katharine McEwan Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 08-30-16 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1808 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Elias and Laia are running for their lives. Following the events of the Fourth Trial, an army led by Masks hunts the two fugitives as they escape the city of Serra and journey across the vast lands of the Martial Empire. Laia is determined to break into Kauf - the empire's most secure and dangerous prison - and save her brother, whose knowledge of Serric steel is the key to the Scholars' future. And Elias is determined to stay by Laia's side, even if it means giving up his own chance at freedom. But Elias and Laia will have to fight every step of the way if they're going to outsmart their enemies: the bloodthirsty Emperor Marcus; the merciless Commandant; the sadistic Warden of Kauf; and, most heartbreaking of all, Helene - Elias' former friend and the empire's newest Blood Shrike. Helene's mission is horrifying, unwanted, and clear: find the traitor Elias Veturius and the Scholar slave who helped him escape, and kill them both. Members Reviews: Ahhhmazing I'm very picky with my audiobooks - this one was up there with Harry Potter as one of my favorites. The narrators are amazing, the story line kept me engaged during my daily subway commute. Definitely worthy of a credit! did not disappoint loved it. can't wait for the next one. the characters are relatable and the story just comes to life. Excellent narration. This series is not just for young adults! I am 52, and my oldest daughter is 30 - and we both love this series and have listened to the first two books multiple times! The narrators are fantastic...they have made a great story even better! Even if you aren't typically a fan of novels with a fantasy element (I am not), these are well worth the listen! unputdownable one of the best stories I have ever heard full of fantasy love and shocks. if you.love monsters heroes adventures you will love this one Great listen! Loved it. I was anxiously awaiting the second installment. It didn't disappoint. Love the characters. Can't wait for the next one already.

The Girl of Fire and Thorns Audiobook by Rae Carson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rae Carson) — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 21:23:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Girl of Fire and Thorns Author: Rae Carson Narrator: Jennifer Ikeda Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 07-24-12 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1023 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Once a century, one person is chosen for greatness. Elisa is the chosen one. But she is also the younger of two princesses. The one who has never done anything remarkable, and can't see how she ever will. Now, on her 16th birthday, she has become the secret wife of a handsome and worldly king - a king whose country is in turmoil. A king who needs her to be the chosen one, not a failure of a princess. And he's not the only one who seeks her. Savage enemies, seething with dark magic, are hunting her. A daring, determined revolutionary thinks she could be his people's savior, and he looks at her in a way that no man has ever looked at her before. Soon it is not just her life, but her very heart that is at stake. Elisa could be everything to those who need her most. If the prophecy is fulfilled. If she finds the power deep within herself. If she doesn't die young. Most of the chosen do. Members Reviews: Lovely fantasy! Lovely writing, rich settings, detailed characters, great story! The first few hours were a little slow, but once things got going I didnt want to stop listening! This surprised me several times, which is a very good thing. I really want to gab about this book so its going to be hard to discuss without giving too much away! This is a fantasy first and foremost, and like many fantasies its also a coming of age story. On her sixteenth birthday, Princess Elisa is married to the king of a neighboring kingdom, and she realizes she doesnt really know why the marriage needed to take place and that no one thought to tell her (and we readers notice she didnt think to ask!). She begins to take steps towards adulthood by asserting herself and making some of her own decisions. Its not long before the plot takes a dramatic turn and Elisa takes great leaps along with it. Thats when things start to really get good! Magic, political power struggles, war, adventure Expect plot turns and a good dose of girl power! I loved that Elisa is full-figured and not shy about enjoying food. As the story moves along she learns more about balance, but her body image and self-confidence issues made her very easy to relate to. I also loved that none of the characters were perfect on close examination. You could tell the author really knew everything about her characters and her beautiful settings everything's so well detailed! The magic and sorcery elements in the storyline come from the story's religion. Princess Elisa was chosen to carry a magic gemstone in her naval soon after she was born (okay, the naval bit is a little funny), and through it shes in very slight communication to higher powers and possibly magics. Praying and sacred texts show up a lot, but in a way that moves the story forward rather than slowing the pace. The author took some elements from Christianity to start this fantasy religion and then totally went her own way with it. If that doesnt sound like your thing, then this probably isnt the book for you! Also, to any die hard romance novel readers out there, this is NOT a girl meets boy and of course hes her fated true love and they live happily ever after story. There are romantic elements, but Elisa is the main focus instead of her romantic life, if that makes sense. Her story isnt over. So pass on this one if that will be a deal-breaker for you. This is the first book in a series but you could read it as a stand-alone.

Angelfall Audiobook by Susan Ee

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Susan Ee) — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 08:24:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Angelfall Subtitle: Penryn & the End of Days, Book 1 Author: Susan Ee Narrator: Caitlin Davies Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 08-28-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2476 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Its been six weeks since angels of the apocalypse descended to demolish the modern world. Street gangs rule the day while fear and superstition rule the night. When warrior angels fly away with a helpless little girl, her 17-year-old sister, Penryn, will do anything to get her back. Anything, including making a deal with an enemy angel. Raffe is a warrior who lies broken and wingless on the street. After eons of fighting his own battles, he finds himself being rescued from a desperate situation by a half-starved teenage girl. Traveling through a dark and twisted Northern California, they have only each other to rely on for survival. Together, they journey toward the angels stronghold in San Francisco where Penryn will risk everything to rescue her sister, and Raffe will put himself at the mercy of his greatest enemies for the chance to be made whole again. Critic Reviews: "Ees debut novel is a promising opener to what looks to be a YA series worth following, one that explores what it means to be human and what it means to be a hero." (Locus Magazine) Members Reviews: Creep-tastic! This is not your run of the mill angel story not even a little bit. This one will surprise you and gross you out simultaneously. Virtually no romance so if you are looking for that you might have to wait for the sequel. However, if you are looking for adventure this is your stop. Hang on it's going to be a wild ride. You know that joke about O-HI-O? Reverse it. That review title may make no sense unless you "read" this book. It's a story that starts and ends fantastically but in the middle, it's very repetitive. The first couple chapters really draw you in with high drama, suspense and mystery. However, in the middle it switches over to a sequence of events that goes round and round. Danger, saving, danger, saving...Repeat for about 3 hours. I'd say more about why how similar each event is but I don't wish to ruin the experience for anyone. The final chapters though, that's where the book really shines. I wonder the sequence the author actually wrote the chapters, as these final ones contain much more dramatic and vivid imagery then had used up to this point. The plot points that happen in the last hours really make you curious about what is going to happen next in the series. Though I may not have particularly relished the middle of the book, it seems like every part of the story was actually being built upon and not just added to artificially lengthen. This was the first I've ever heard of Caitlin Davies as a narrator and I must say, I was quite happy with the end result. I could see how so people may not enjoy her rendition of the male lead but I actually felt like it fit the character after you get some more background about him. I really hope to see her return when the second book in the series comes out. It may be listed as a teen series but don't fear that. I'm far from those old days but I still found it worth the credit. Bit of a warning though: If you're easily offended by Biblical figures (particularly of Catholic theology), you may want to stay away. I'll just leave it at that. Interesting angelic apocalypse story This book was recommended to me by one of my Goodreads friends. It sounded interesting and ended up being a decent read.

Reason to Breathe Audiobook by Rebecca Donovan

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rebecca Donovan) — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 07:05:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Reason to Breathe Subtitle: Breathing, Book 1 Author: Rebecca Donovan Narrator: Kate Rudd Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 06-04-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2140 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: "This was the place where everything was supposed to be safe and easy. No one tried to get involved with me, and I kept to myself. How could Evan Mathews unravel my constant universe in just one day?" In the affluent town of Weslyn, Connecticut, where most people worry about what to be seen in and who to be seen with, Emma Thomas would rather not be seen at all. Shes more concerned with feigning perfection - pulling down her sleeves to conceal the bruises, not wanting anyone to know how far from perfect her life truly is. Without expecting it, she finds love. It challenges her to recognize her own worth - at the risk of revealing the terrible secret shes desperate to hide. One girl's story of unspeakable cruelty, life-changing love, and her precarious grasp of hope, Reason to Breathe is the first installment in the acclaimed Breathing Series. Members Reviews: Such a great story If you could sum up Reason to Breathe in three words, what would they be? Emotional, Romantic, Courageous What was one of the most memorable moments of Reason to Breathe? The very end. I don't want to spoil. Which character as performed by Kate Rudd was your favorite? Both Evan and Emma were great, but I love Evan's devotion. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Evan just holding her even when he didn't fully understand. Any additional comments? This is just an emotional journey but I loved every minute of it. Awesome What about Kate Rudds performance did you like? She did a great job with all the characters however she did an exceptional job conveying Carol's hatred and dissension towards Emma. Any additional comments? Wow! This is a very intense angst filled story. Be prepared to feel an array of emotions. I was totally emotionally drained by the end. The story contained true to life descriptions of what each character was feeling at the time. I could feel every single emotion! Truely a great story! Can't wait to read the next book. WOW....Just WOW!!! I loved this book!!! I was almost breaking my Ipod by pushing the forward button when it ended! Thankful that I already purchased the 2nd book in this series so i didn't have to wait. This is a very emotional story about a girl who spends her days trying to disappear in plain site until a new boy come into school and won't let her fade into the background. Slowly she starts getting more comfortable in her own skin and starts to find "reasons to breathe". Without giving away an hints about the ending....be prepared to be wrecked emotionally when this book is over. Wonderful Emotional Story - Well Written This book was full of heart wrenching moments that made you gasp out loud. It also had a great story line that was a tad slow at times. The majority of the story takes place in the eyes of a junior in high school going through typical things that high school girls experience but also has some hidden secrets that are gut wrenching. Readers beware! The first book ends in a huge cliff hanger wanting you to read the second book immediately! The reader for this book is wonderful with a beautiful voice that carried the story well.

I'll Give You the Sun Audiobook by Jandy Nelson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jandy Nelson) — Tue, 16 Sep 2014 17:51:22 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I'll Give You the Sun Author: Jandy Nelson Narrator: Julia Whelan, Jesse Bernstein Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 09-16-14 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3018 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: A brilliant, luminous story of first love, family, loss, and betrayal for fans of John Green, David Levithan, and Rainbow Rowell. Jude and her brother, Noah, are incredibly close twins. At thirteen, isolated Noah draws constantly and is falling in love with the charismatic boy next door, while daredevil Jude surfs and cliff-dives and wears red-red lipstick and does the talking for both of them. But three years later, Jude and Noah are barely speaking. Something has happened to wreck the twins in different and divisive waysuntil Jude meets a cocky, broken, beautiful boy, as well as an unpredictable new mentor. The early years are Noah's story to tell. The later years are Jude's. What the twins don't realize is that they each have only half the story, and if they could just find their way back to one another, theyd have a chance to remake their world. This radiant, fully alive novel from the critically acclaimed author of The Sky Is Everywhere will leave you breathless and teary and laughing - often all at once. Members Reviews: As Bright as 1000 White Hot Suns Jude and Noah, male and female twins are opposite, yet one, and sibling rivalry runs high. Both apply to a prestigious art high school, desperately seeking approval from their mother. Noah views every situation as a portrait and nervously fidgets, drawing what he sees. He paints, she sculpts and both believe Noah is the favorite and a lock for admission. Nelson is a fabulous writer, giving Noah a quirky sense of humor, narrating from the age of 13-14 and edgy angst to Jude, narrating from their current time; age 16. There are strong themes, including a tragic event, first love, rivalry, lies, and the desire to belong and be accepted. Both narrators did a fantastic job, sounding just as I'd picture their characters. Don't read other reviews giving away too many details, just enjoy this amazing and well-written coming of age story. If you liked "The Perks of Being a Wall Flower", you will love this. If you haven't read that one, read/listen to both. An Emotionally Explosive Experience Yes, this is technically a Young Adult novel, but in my opinion, it's categorized as YA because it's ABOUT young adults. It is however FOR any reader at any age. Noah and Jude are paternal twins and they are both artists. Ill Give You the Sun is about their dynamic relationship during their teenaged years. I could not stop reading this book. It perfectly captures the emotional volatility of growing up, but more specifically growing up as an artist. The story of Noah and Jude is weaved beautifully and unpredictably throughout, as the author jumps back and forth between perspectives and time periods. To call Jandy Nelson's language descriptive or colorful would be an understatement. And to say that she has a mastery over the modern teenage vernacular would be missing the point.

Beautiful Darkness Audiobook by Kami Garcia, Margaret Stohl

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kami Garcia) — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 18:32:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Beautiful Darkness Author: Kami Garcia, Margaret Stohl Narrator: Kevin T. Collins Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 10-12-10 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2485 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Ethan Wate used to think of Gatlin, the small Southern town he had always called home, as a place where nothing ever changed. Then he met mysterious newcomer Lena Duchannes, who revealed a secret world that had been hidden in plain sight all along. A Gatlin that harbored ancient secrets beneath its moss-covered oaks and cracked sidewalks. A Gatlin where a curse has marked Lena's family of powerful Supernaturals for generations. A Gatlin where impossible, magical, life-altering events happen. Sometimes life-ending. Together they can face anything Gatlin throws at them, but after suffering a tragic loss, Lena starts to pull away, keeping secrets that test their relationship. And now that Ethan's eyes have been opened to the darker side of Gatlin, there's no going back. Haunted by strange visions only he can see, Ethan is pulled deeper into his town's tangled history and finds himself caught up in the dangerous network of underground passageways endlessly crisscrossing the South, where nothing is as it seems. Members Reviews: Engaging and entertaining Once again Ethan Wade's world comes to life. The characters are three dimensional and the mystery gets steeped pretty deeply in the paranormal. The castor world is even more firmly entrenched in Gatlin than we first thought. Add a strange and unusual incubus to the mix and Lena is in over her head. Top the story off with the phenomenal vocal talents of Kevin T. Collins and you will believe you are really hearing from Ethan. This story is a perfect follow-up for 'Beautiful Creatures'. I recommend it whole-heartedly. Better than the first.... I found myself actually enjoying this one more than the first one in the series. I was by no means floored by the epicness of the story but this one went down much better than the first. They returned the narrator which to me was an EXCELLENT choice seeing that he was more or less the star of the first one in my opinion and the story line was just a bit stronger. There are a number of very interesting twists that occurred in this story especially with the minor characters in the book. I actually found myself gravitating more to some of the other characters than the main ones because of the more 'flawed' nature of said main characters themselves. I found myself having the same problem with the two main characters in this book as I did in the last albeit to a lesser extent. They both seemed flawed in atypical ways and despite me actually enjoy reading about flawed characters I am not seeing growth in these characters (the main ones) in any meaningful fashion. Still an interesting read though which has the potential to be an amazing story if only the authors will aim for more than creating a novel designed for love sick teen scene.... Interesting, but could be better I have bought this book for my daughter, she is in the right age for a YA novel. But then I thought, what the hell, the book is out in public for anyone to read, so I read it. I try to write my review as if I were a few years younger :) The story is interesting. The idea of the hidden magic world below a real town is not that original, but still compelling. There is still much can be said or written about it. I thought I was familiar with the story of the first book in the series since I saw the movie, but listening I gathered that the book was different. Anyway, I learned enough backstory to enjoy this volume.

The Raven Boys Audiobook by Maggie Stiefvater

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Maggie Stiefvater) — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 00:58:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Raven Boys Author: Maggie Stiefvater Narrator: Will Patton Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-18-12 Publisher: Scholastic Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3448 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: "There are only two reasons a nonseer would see a spirit on St. Mark's Eve," Neeve said. "Either you're his true love... or you killed him." It is freezing in the churchyard, even before the dead arrive. Every year, Blue Sargent stands next to her clairvoyant mother as the soon-to-be dead walk past. Blue herself never sees them - not until this year, when a boy emerges from the dark and speaks directly to her. His name is Gansey, and Blue soon discovers that he is a rich student at Aglionby, the local private school. Blue has a policy of staying away from Aglionby boys. Known as Raven Boys, they can only mean trouble. But Blue is drawn to Gansey, in a way she can't entirely explain. He has it all - family money, good looks, devoted friends - but he's looking for much more than that. He is on a quest that has encompassed three other Raven Boys: Adam, the scholarship student who resents all the privilege around him; Ronan, the fierce soul who ranges from anger to despair; and Noah, the taciturn watcher of the four, who notices many things but says very little. For as long as she can remember, Blue has been warned that she will cause her true love to die. She never thought this would be a problem. But now, as her life becomes caught up in the strange and sinister world of the Raven Boys, she's not so sure anymore. From Maggie Stiefvater, the best-selling and acclaimed author of the Shiver trilogy and The Scorpio Races, comes a spellbinding new series where the inevitability of death and the nature of love lead us to a place we've never been before. Members Reviews: Stiefvater does it again! Although The Raven Boys is quite different from Maggie Stiefvater's Wolves of Mercy Falls trilogy and The Scorpio Races, it highlights her amazing characters, exciting suspense, and that intriguing sense that the words could almost be poetry. Each of the characters in this novel are both utterly deep and (despite the supernatural themes and plot) utterly real. For fans of Stiefvater's other works, this is expected. The bonus of this novel is that we get so many characters and yet can feel invested in all of them. Blue, Gansey, Adam, Ronin, & Noah (the most central characters) were especially wonderful because they were neither wholly good nor wholly bad. Each had his/her own idiosyncrasies and failings as well as moments of heroism and compassion. I fell in love with all five! I'm not generally a fan of the supernatural genre, but this story had me mesmerized and on the edge of my seat. I would have listened straight through if it weren't for those pesky distractions of sleep and work. You can tell that this is the beginning of a series ("The Raven Boys Cycle," according to the audiobook), but it does not end in an annoying cliffhanger. The prose itself is captivating. I'm not even sure how to describe it, really, except that you can tell that Stiefvater's writing style is influenced by her love of music. I highly recommend reading/listening to any and all of her works. Note about narration: Will Patton did an excellent job; he really brought the text to life! I wasn't sure if I would like his narration because I expected the narrator to be about the same age as the characters (late teens) and Patton is definitely much older.

To All the Boys I've Loved Before Audiobook by Jenny Han

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jenny Han) — Tue, 15 Apr 2014 07:11:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: To All the Boys I've Loved Before Author: Jenny Han Narrator: Laura Knight Keating Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 04-15-14 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 872 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Lara Jeans love life goes from imaginary to out of control in this heartfelt novel from the New York Times bestselling author of The Summer I Turned Pretty series. What if all the crushes you ever had found out how you felt about themall at once? Lara Jean Song keeps her love letters in a hatbox her mother gave her. They arent love letters that anyone else wrote for her; these are ones shes written. One for every boy shes ever loved - five in all. When she writes, she pours out her heart and soul and says all the things she would never say in real life, because her letters are for her eyes only. Until the day her secret letters are mailed, and suddenly, Lara Jeans love life goes from imaginary to out of control. Members Reviews: loved it! I binge read this in 24 hours and have no regrets! While the story was kind of slow early on, Lara Jean's struggle is something many teenage girls go through--crushes, family struggle, the nature of girl cattiness, and learning to live outside your comfort zone. It was nostalgic to read this book because I, too, remember writing letters I'd never send to boys who I had crushes on in high school. The biggest criticism I have for this book, though, is that I don't think it really had much of a plot. I mean, yes it was a story of her life, but I do not feel like the letters really had that much significance in the actual plot, which is what the story was supposed to be about, right? The book was more about how her letters caused her double epic love triangles and her sisters than the letters themselves. it didnt bother me, though, because it was kind of nice to read a book with a character that cared more about other things than just throwing her life away for a boy she met within 24 hours. The book made me laugh and smirk to myself many times, as the characters came alive. they all have personalities that could easily be compared to someone I know. I think the Laura Knight Keating did a great job performing this, aiding to creating life to these characters. I loved this book and am excited to jump into the next book in the duology Decent book, annoying narration I almost didnt even finish this book because I found the narrators voice to be extremely irritating. I wish I had listened to a sample of it before because I would not have bought this audiobook had that been the case. Whaaaaat?!?!! Any additional comments? I really liked this book. I liked it a lot. I thought it started out a little slow, but once it got going, I couldn't stop listening. But the end....the end!!!!! I can not believe it stopped where and how it did!!! I am just a little disappointed with that part. All in all though, I really enjoyed it, and I would recommend it to friends! Cute! Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I would to those that LOVE YA Contemporary. But for those of us that like a little more depth and less fluff, I would say skip it. Would you be willing to try another book from Jenny Han? Why or why not? This was the first book of hers that I read, but I own a few. This was too fluffy for my taste, so maybe. Have you listened to any of Laura Knight Keatings other performances before? How does this one compare? No, but I adored her! A YA for Rom-Com fans Jenny Hans latest book hits just the right notes for summer reading.

The Crown Audiobook by Kiera Cass

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kiera Cass) — Tue, 03 May 2016 23:26:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Crown Subtitle: The Selection, Book 5 Author: Kiera Cass Narrator: Brittany Pressley Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 05-03-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2415 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Kiera Cass' number-one New York Times best-selling Selection series has captured the hearts of audiences from its very first moments. Now the end of the journey is here. Prepare to be swept off your feet by The Crown - the eagerly awaited, wonderfully romantic fifth and final book in the Selection series. In The Heir, a new era dawned in the world of The Selection. Twenty years have passed since America Singer and Prince Maxon fell in love, and their daughter is the first princess to hold a Selection of her own. Eadlyn didn't think she would find a real partner among the Selection's 35 suitors, let alone true love. But sometimes the heart has a way of surprising you...and now Eadlyn must make a choice that feels more difficult - and more important - than she ever expected. Members Reviews: Kinda disappointing I've read all five of the selection series. Unfortunately this was my least favorite. The narrator didn't help. Whenever the main character was supposed to be upset, the narrator TOTALLY over dramatized it. The ending kinda left a lot to be desired, especially since it's the last book of the series. Hated the narrator and book was slow Slow book. Felt like nothing happened until the last chapter and the way the narrator spoke was annoying to listen to. Nowhere near as enjoyable as the other books in the series but glad I finished it all the same. No action, no drama, no suspense..love story? This was a strange way to end the series. No action, drama, or suspense. A very small amount a love story. The worst thing that this princess had to deal with is getting a tomato thrown at her face. It slowly just comes to an end.There is a lot of detail given to some of the characters in the story, but it's kind of pointless because they don't really play much of a role in the book. I just felt like this book was like..blah, blah, blah,...the end. Wondering how it received so many stars from other people. What a let down. It's like Kiera Cass didn't even write it Would you try another book from Kiera Cass and/or Brittany Pressley? I would, because the Selection series was so good. I listened to it again after listening to this book, and it's like the books aren't even written by the same person. The characters are shallow, and the characters from the Selection books act completely differently in this series. No good. What could Kiera Cass have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? Developed the characters more? I thought she rushed through a lot of things, and made characters (even well-developed ones from the previous series) seem shallow and do things just to further the plot, not because it made any sense. I thought the book was very poorly written. Was The Crown worth the listening time? NO! I was SO disappointed in this book! Surprising Eadlyn is a much force to be reckoned with as her mother. Really, I can't say more with dropping spoilers.

Twisted Palace Audiobook by Erin Watt

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Erin Watt) — Tue, 17 Jan 2017 23:53:07 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Twisted Palace Author: Erin Watt Narrator: Angela Goethals, Zachary Webber Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 01-17-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 542 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The hotly anticipated conclusion to the Royals series begun in the number-one New York Times best-selling novels Paper Princess and Broken Prince. These Royals will ruin you.... From mortal enemies to unexpected allies, two teenagers try to protect everything that matters most. Ella Harper has met every challenge that life has thrown her way. She's tough, resilient, and willing to do whatever it takes to defend the people she loves, but the challenge of a long-lost father and a boyfriend whose life is on the line might be too much for even Ella to overcome. Reed Royal has a quick temper and even faster fists. But his tendency to meet every obstacle with violence has finally caught up with him. If he wants to save himself and the girl he loves, he'll need to rise above his tortured past and tarnished reputation. No one believes Ella can survive the Royals. Everyone is sure Reed will destroy them all. They may be right. With everything and everyone conspiring to keep them apart, Ella and Reed must find a way to beat the law, save their families, and unravel all the secrets in their Twisted Palace. Critic Reviews: "This generation's Cruel Intentions." (Jennifer L. Armentrout, number-one New York Times best-selling author) "Twisted Palace was an awesome conclusion to the Royals trilogy. Readers are in for an absolute treat. I eagerly await the next book from Erin Watt." (New York Times best-selling author Samantha Towle) "Erin Watt's words are addictive brilliance. If you haven't let these Royals ruin you yet, what are you waiting for?" (USA Today best-selling author Meghan March) Members Reviews: Yes! Now that is how you end a series. I' m more than satisfied! Highly recommend!! I want more Not only is this entire series excellently performed but it is full to the brim of everything that makes a book great. Intriguing plot lines that not only twist the story into an insanely well crafted book, but characters you love and some you love to hate, the perfect amount of angst and suspense, and a solid stream of fact delivery in the perfect timing. This is one of the most enjoyable and well delivered series I have ever read or listened to and I really want more. The Royals are the perfect characters, beautifully flawed and lovable each individually and as a family. This series is worthy of your time and money, but be warned after you read them know that "the Royals will ruin you" isn't just a clever line in the blurb. Spectacular Ending to a Fantastic Series Great conclusion to a Fantastic Series. This book wikl have your heart racing till the very end. So much yes! I absolutely loved this book and the two before it. I'm glad Ella got her HEA. Liked it I didn't love it What could Erin Watt have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? I would have loved to of had them not stay so long in the hotel and had more time looking for clues Back at Steve's penthouse. I felt like the ending was rushed. Which scene was your favorite? I loved everything about the winter formal. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? Can love conquer all? Even murder?

Iniquitous Audiobook by Bianca Scardoni

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bianca Scardoni) — Tue, 07 Nov 2017 12:47:36 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Iniquitous Author: Bianca Scardoni Narrator: Bailey Carr Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 11-07-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 130 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: For there to be light, you must first suffer the darkness. The end came at me jagged and skewed like puzzle pieces to a game I didn't know I was playing. There was a distinct method to the madness, every move propagated to force my hand, to lure me out of hiding with the sweet promise of finality. I took solace in knowing that something better waited for me on the other side, something as pure and deep as the ocean itself. But there was no end in sight. No peace to be found. The end was only the beginning. Iniquitous is the heart-pounding third installment in The Marked saga, a fast-paced YA paranormal romance that grapples with love, loss, and self-discovery in a unique supernatural world filled with vampires, witches, shifters, and angels. This book is part of a series and ends in a cliffhanger. Infernal (The Marked, Book 4) is next. Members Reviews: omg
oh. my. god. i refuse to accept how AMAZING this book is, just. wow. like oh my god. my mind is literally splattered on my wall because my brain exploded from how amazing this book is, like, plot twist! Absolutely Awesome MORE..!!! Finally there is a continuation to the previous books and there is also going to be a title following this one. I also think the narrator is good. meh plot, slow action the plot is almost exactly like Buffy the vampire Slayer so a little unoriginal. it takes forever for any action and the main character seems ditzy and too emotional. The vocals would be better with a man doing the male vocals. Next time I will get the book..... Usually after a few minutes I can get used to a performer even if I don't care for them. This one annoyed me so much with the overacting and breathiness that it was all I could do to keep listening. To be fair, I recently listened to another performer, Robert Petkof, and he was so unbelievably good I think he might have ruined me for listening to others. I liked the story so I guess I'll just go back to reading the book next time. A little disappointed. I expected something else.. The problem of raising great expectations lies in the fact that we may be disappointed ... The first two books were wonderful, but this one I found annoying and tiring. Here the author does a makes a transition in story, to introduce and prepare the next book, but this made the book unattractive.

The Kiss of Deception Audiobook by Mary E. Pearson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary E. Pearson) — Tue, 07 Oct 2014 23:34:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Kiss of Deception Subtitle: Remnant Chronicles Author: Mary E. Pearson Narrator: Emily Rankin Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 10-07-14 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1532 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: In a society steeped in tradition, Princess Lia's life follows a preordained course. As First Daughter, she is expected to have the revered gift of sight - but she doesn't - and she knows her parents are perpetrating a sham when they arrange her marriage to secure an alliance with a neighboring kingdom - to a prince she has never met. On the morning of her wedding, Lia flees to a distant village. She settles into a new life, hopeful when two mysterious and handsome strangers arrive - and unaware that one is the jilted prince and the other an assassin sent to kill her. Deception abounds, and Lia finds herself on the brink of unlocking perilous secrets - even as she finds herself falling in love. The Kiss of Deceptionis the first audiobook in Mary E. Pearson's Remnant Chronicles Members Reviews: WOW! I never really write these reviews but always read them. There were some iffy ones that made me a little hesitant to purchase, but man am I glad I did. There aren't many books that I hadn't figured out at least half way thru the listen- this book was the exact opposite. The author really keeps you guessing until the end. When I realized with one hour to go there would not be a solid ending I purchased book two! The narrators were fabulous- all in all great book! Thank you! Absolutely Loved! Any additional comments? Oh, the love that I have for this book. I put off reading this book for ages for two reasons, 1) hype and b) its Fantasy. If there is one thing to know about me, is that Fantasy and I just dont always get along. That isnt to say I dont like, or even love the genre; I do. But we have a weird relationship, one that I am frequently taking a break from. Yet, when I saw it available on Audible I decided to take the plunge. And I am so glad I did. This book is brilliant. It has every element that I love and look forward to when heading into a Fantasy novel. Strong heroine. Beautifully crafted world building; with writing so descriptive I can picture myself right along side the main characters(s). A history was isnt bumped and a love interest(s) worth swooning over. Even my boys listened to the book (quietly) and they would often beg me to go back or explain in detail what they missed. Told mainly from Lias POV, we follow her as she flees to a remote village on her wedding day. She is remarkably crafty in her last-minute escape, and her planning into it made me admire her more. I loved her strength, her witty and snarky attitude. Although fleeing could potentially put her kingdom at war and one might think this a selfish act I admire her brazen act and her dreams for more. She is far from a weak, prissy princess and it was so refreshing to have a bold yet likable character that goes after what she wants. The love interest(s) twist was quite interesting and entertaining. We have The Prince the one Lia was slated to marry who admires Lias bravery for leaving yet wants answers. And then we have the assassin who is sent from his own kingdom of Venda (I THINK that is how you spell it, I dont even know) sent to kill Lia to stop an alliance between the surrounding kingdoms. Aaaaand, then you have Kaden and Rafe. But who is who!? Quite honestly, I figured it out pretty quick but that didnt mean I wasnt questioning this until the reveal. (The kids were shocked, haha) Both Kaden and Rafe are very complex characters, who both genuinely care for Lia.

Heartless Audiobook by Marissa Meyer

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marissa Meyer) — Tue, 08 Nov 2016 19:26:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Heartless Author: Marissa Meyer Narrator: Rebecca Soler Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 11-08-16 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1584 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Long before she was the terror of Wonderland, she was just a girl who wanted to fall in love. Catherine may be one of the most desired girls in Wonderland and a favorite of the unmarried King of Hearts, but her interests lie elsewhere. A talented baker, all she wants is to open a shop with her best friend. But according to her mother, such a goal is unthinkable for the young woman who could be the next queen. Then Cath meets Jest, the handsome and mysterious court joker. For the first time, she feels the pull of true attraction. At the risk of offending the king and infuriating her parents, she and Jest enter into an intense secret courtship. Cath is determined to define her own destiny and fall in love on her terms. But in a land thriving with magic, madness, and monsters, fate has other plans. In her first stand-alone teen audiobook, the New York Times best-selling author dazzles us with a prequel to Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Members Reviews: Perfect narration, but disappointed with the story This story started out good, but it quickly became too much about the details and less story-telling. I think this story is probably best for those who are big Alice in Wonderland fans. I had not read the book in years so I did not get some of the references or quotes. I loved the narrator and the Lunar Chronicles, but this book was unfortunately a little painful to finish. Do yourself a favor and devour this book I loved it. My heart hurts but as soon as the last word was read, I dove back in and reread it. The writing, the narration, everything, it was superb! have I loved Cinder and the Lunar Chronicles. I enjoyed Heartless though I have never been a fan of Alice in Wonderland. Wonderful! I love that Ms. Meyer captured the Red Queen so perfectly. I am 51 yo and I loved this book just as much as my 17 yo student who also read it. Must read This was a little confusing in the beginning but developed beautifully. I actually have gone back and listened to my favorite chapters. I love her work and will continue reading it. The narrator is also very very good.

Before the Devil Breaks You Audiobook by Libba Bray

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Libba Bray) — Tue, 03 Oct 2017 02:54:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Before the Devil Breaks You Subtitle: The Diviners, Book 3 Author: Libba Bray Narrator: January LaVoy Format: Unabridged Length: 21 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 10-03-17 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 187 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The Diviners are back in this thrilling and eerie third installment by number one New York Times best-selling author Libba Bray. After battling a sleeping sickness, The Diviners are up against a group of new and malevolent foes - ghosts! Out in Ward's Island sits a mental hospital full of lost souls from people long forgotten. Ghosts who have unusual and dangerous ties to the Man in the Stovepipe Hat, also known as the King of Crows. With terrible accounts of murder and possession flooding in from all over New York City, the Diviners must band together and brave the ghosts haunting the asylum to bring down the King of Crows. Heart-pounding action and terrifying moments will leave you breathless in the third book of the four-book Diviners series by number one New York Times best-selling author Libba Bray. Critic Reviews: "This story broke my heart and made me laugh and gave me hope - and really, what more can you ask of a book than that? I loved it, and I have a feeling you will too." (Jennifer E. Smith, author of Windfall and The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight) Members Reviews: SO GOOD I love this series so much. It's so well done. I can't wait to find out what happens in the final book. It's going to be an unbearable wait! And the narrator is fantastic, she really captures each character's personality. I want the next book NOW!!! I am having a hard time lately writing reviews but I wanted to tell you all to READ THIS SERIES! I love this series so much, I honestly went into this book thinking it was going to be the last book in the series so was pleasantly surprised to get to the end and find out no it is not the end there will be more of these fabulous characters, which made me very happy!! January LaVoy's narration of this series couldn't be more perfect every character has their own voice and inflection and you are never left wondering who is speaking. I will always listen to these on audio. Can I have the next book NOW Please!! Top 5 audiobooks of 2017 Another part in the series, and it's divine! Darker than previous books, but equally engaging and good. I was surprised to see few characters killed off, but it made the story that much more dramatic and grand. Another amazing performance by January LaVoy. Highly recommended if you liked the previous parts of The Diviners. Great story however Why so much sex added in? It felt like author trying to fill quota. In previous books it was just the right amount. Sometimes subtle is so much better. Particularly subtle good when this is supposed to be a young persons novel. Really unnecessary. Excellent, chilling listen Loved this mix of history, humor and supernatural storytelling. I highly recommend! Best of the books, so far, in this series.

Beautiful Redemption Audiobook by Kami Garcia, Margaret Stohl

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kami Garcia) — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 23:46:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Beautiful Redemption Author: Kami Garcia, Margaret Stohl Narrator: Kevin T. Collins, Khristine Hvam Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 10-23-12 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1722 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Is death the end.... or only the beginning? Ethan Wate has spent most of his life longing to escape the stiflingly small Southern town of Gatlin. He never thought he would meet the girl of his dreams, Lena Duchannes, who unveiled a secretive, powerful, and cursed side of Gatlin, hidden in plain sight. And he never could have expected that he would be forced to leave behind everyone and everything he cares about. So when Ethan awakes after the chilling events of the Eighteenth Moon, he has only one goal: to find a way to return to Lena and the ones he loves. Worlds apart, Ethan and Lena must once again work together to rewrite their fate, in this fourth book and stunning finale to the Beautiful Creatures series. Members Reviews: Christine I would have to say without Kevin Collins as narrator I am not postivie I would have enjoyed the series as much. His performance as Ethan and the other characters really made the book. Very enjoyable and i hope they continue with the characters. Kevin t. collins- best male narrator Where does Beautiful Redemption rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? Top, the narration was excellent Who was your favorite character and why? Ethan is such a great guy and a strong main character What about Kevin T. Collins and Khristine Hvam s performance did you like? I loved kevin doing all the voices. Kristine hvam lacked the emotion of what was happening at the time. If she had read more of the book I would not have enjoyed it as much Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? N/a Any additional comments? Great series of books! The Narration took my breath away Would you try another book from Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl and/or Kevin T. Collins and Khristine Hvam ? The male narrator ABSOLUTELY .. the authors I'm not so sure because I found the series was so annoying to me Would you recommend Beautiful Redemption to your friends? Why or why not? I don't think so .. because the story progression was boring to me . there wasn't any excitement in it Which scene was your favorite? maybe the scene when Ethan saw his mother for the first time after death If this book were a movie would you go see it? I already saw the first movie and it was horrible .. so I don't think so Any additional comments? it was a good read .. nothing more Nice end to a fantastic series! What did you love best about Beautiful Redemption? That Ethan and Lena never gave up! What was one of the most memorable moments of Beautiful Redemption? In the graveyard with the book of moons, when Genevieve helps them get it to Ethan...it was awesome! Which scene was your favorite? I loved the whole book! Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I practically did! lol Any additional comments? This was a wonderful series, and the narration was awesome....I am sad its over...Highly Recommend! Kevin T Collins is a fantastic narrator! I have loved this series from the beginning, and I believe a big part of that is Kevin T Collins amazing talent at narrating the story! He captures each character flawlessly, and brings the story to life in a unique way. He uses his voice perfectly to pull at your emotions... you feel the despair, the joy, the uncertainty. This series has truly been my favorite audio book series yet. I look forward to listening to more of Mr Collins talent.

Frostbite Audiobook by Adrienne Woods

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Adrienne Woods) — Thu, 20 Jul 2017 03:15:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Frostbite Subtitle: The Dragonian Series, Book 3 Author: Adrienne Woods Narrator: Erin Moon Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 07-20-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 287 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Losing Lucian McKenzie, the prince of her heart, and discovering her true identity has made Elena Watkins' life almost unbearable. However, new trials will test the 17-year-old's strength and push her to limits she didn't think were possible. Only a mysterious offer from Blake Leaf, the Rubicon and a dragon predestined for evil, reveals that there may be a light at the end of Elena's dark tunnel. With the life she thought she knew crashing down around her, Elena will have to face a monumental decision about the fate of Paegeia. She can either make peace with Blake's demands or try once again to unravel the queen's secrets that lie deep within her dragon Tanya La Frey's heart. Members Reviews: So Good! I thought i wouldnt like this book because of Luscian being gone but Im still enchanted. sobbing like a child I was sobbing like a child . This series is awesome! I love the twist, it made me think so many times. Good listen but issues with the story
I do like it and do plan on finishing the story. The narrator is awesome, one of the best I've heard. That said, it's still skipping like I'll listen and think wait, what? I go back but nope, no explanation on how we got where we are, like we're supposed to already know places or people in the book.And then there's this, my biggest issue SPOILER ALERT Ok, let's be all lovey and grateful but not that sad over Cara dying as a baby? Who would sacrifice their baby?! Then the nice gentle queens first thought, first several thoughts, were 'will it work?' not 'oh crap how could you want to kill your baby to save mine? How could I live with the guilt?". REALLY wish the author had another option or at least played it better, like having Cara angry because she knew her mother didn't value her life or at the very least point out why it would be SO important & let someone act shocked and destraught! Amazing What did you love best about Frostbite? I think I'm addicted. The story is fantastic, has so many secrets... And who I thought was evil, is good... I'm very happey I give a chance to this story. Would you be willing to try another one of Erin Moons performances? I had already heard other Erin's performances, so I already knew the quality of the work. As always, the narrative was excellent. Impossible not to appreciate. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? No. Any additional comments? No. Fun story, needs a bit more cutting If you could sum up Frostbite in three words, what would they be? fun, escapist, darkening What other book might you compare Frostbite to and why? There are similarities to Harry Potter, King Arthur, Narnia, etc. It's got qualities of magic, secret places, lost heirs and a need to fight off a great evil. Have you listened to any of Erin Moons other performances before? How does this one compare? I've listened to Erin perform through all three books available for audio. She does a decent job.

The Dream Thieves Audiobook by Maggie Stiefvater

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Maggie Stiefvater) — Tue, 17 Sep 2013 18:22:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dream Thieves Subtitle: Raven Cycle Series, Book 2 Author: Maggie Stiefvater Narrator: Will Patton Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 09-17-13 Publisher: Scholastic Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1901 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Now that the ley lines around Cabeswater have been woken, nothing for Ronan, Gansey, Blue, and Adam will be the same. Ronan, for one, is falling more and more deeply into his dreams, and his dreams are intruding more and more into waking life. Meanwhile, some very sinister people are looking for some of the same pieces of the Cabeswater puzzle that Gansey is after.... Members Reviews: I took Chainsaw out of my dreams ... The Dream Thieves is the second book of The Raven Cycle series (following The Raven Boys). In the last lines of book one Ronan says, "I guess now would be a good time to tell you. I took Chainsaw out of my dreams." It was a great teaser, and book two completely fulfills the WTF that statement left us with. You might think you don't want to read about Ronan, but he ends up being a surprisingly great character, alternately fire/danger and the boy who was crippled by the idea of this strange power and the events of his youth. I love that he's conflicted in all senses - and I love that his dreams and nightmares reveal more than he'd ever let on. There's a particular scene that gets so intense, you can almost feel him on that edge. And even though I thoroughly enjoyed it, if I'm honest, I'm in this for the story of Blue and Gansey. Fortunately, though the main plot focus is Ronan and the dreams, the story does include all of the other characters. Stiefvater's writing is beautiful and haunting and so incredibly interesting that sometimes I want to stop to write some of it down. The characters move forward seamlessly and develop subtly and then, quite suddenly, you realize that Blue and Gansey are in love (I don't really think that's a spoiler, right?) or that Adam is heading toward something great and terrible, or some such spoiler-type thing. This book didn't really "end" for me, but I'm so ready for the next in the series I don't think I mind. Will Patton narrates. Awakening the Dream The Dream Thieves deepens the mystery and magic surrounding Cabes Water and the dead king Glendower, while expanding on the characters introduced in The Raven Boys allowing Rowan, more of a group member in The Raven Boys, to take center stage. A new villain comes to town, a complex and three dimensional man, who (unusually for a villain), is marked with a conscience, clarity of vision and a sense of humor and he moves the story right along as he wrestles with his own demons and issues. The characters live and grow in an environment rooted in mythology, superstition, friendships with ghosts, living tarot, crazy and often difficult family dynamics, sinister overtones and budding romances. Even the little bird Chainsaw resonates with the reader. I read this book on Kindle and also listened to it on Audible. Will Patton's Audible performance was, as with his reading of "The Raven Boys" masterful and pitch perfect. I find myself seeking out his narrations now as often as I do the books themselves. I am really looking forward to reading and listening to Book Three of this series. Expanded Characters in Raven Boys Book 2 The first novel introduced townie-witchy girl, Blue and her eccentric family and the Ravenwood privileged boys working together to locate an ancient king on the lay line. The book seemed to serve the main purpose of setting up for book 2 and 3 for yet another trilogy.

An Enchantment of Ravens Audiobook by Margaret Rogerson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Margaret Rogerson) — Tue, 26 Sep 2017 07:49:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: An Enchantment of Ravens Author: Margaret Rogerson Narrator: Julia Whelan Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 09-26-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 198 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: A skilled painter must stand up to the ancient power of the faerie courts - even as she falls in love with a faerie prince - in this gorgeous debut novel. Isobel is a prodigy portrait artist with a dangerous set of clients: the sinister fair folk, immortal creatures who cannot bake bread, weave cloth, or put a pen to paper without crumbling to dust. They crave human Craft with a terrible thirst, and Isobel's paintings are highly prized. But when she receives her first royal patron - Rook, the autumn prince - she makes a terrible mistake. She paints mortal sorrow in his eyes - a weakness that could cost him his life. Furious and devastated, Rook spirits her away to the autumnlands to stand trial for her crime. Waylaid by the Wild Hunt's ghostly hounds, the tainted influence of the Alder King, and hideous monsters risen from barrow mounds, Isobel and Rook depend on one another for survival. Their alliance blossoms into trust, then love - and that love violates the fair folks' ruthless laws. Now both of their lives are forfeit unless Isobel can use her skill as an artist to fight the fairy courts. Because secretly, her Craft represents a threat the fair folk have never faced in all the millennia of their unchanging lives: For the first time, her portraits have the power to make them feel. Members Reviews: felt empty and landed flat I originally bought this book because of the preview and I wanted to know more about the character. However, it was difficult to get through and the main character was tedious at times by trying to "not be like other teenage girls" while still swooning and not doing much that would make a protagonist fall in love. Overall, the book felt like it lacked more world building and character development/character. I couldn't connect with the hero who felt very flat. While I enjoy a good fairy fantasy, and the premise for describing faries as something outside of the norm, I would have enjoyed a richer story development. Story overall was at least well written and had a good premise. bleeding hearts of the world unite it was slightly better than what I expected. A young adult heart throb kind of book. I like the audible, but not enough to buy the physical book.it was more like giving it a 3.7 star. Wonderful Read! I havent listened to a book that I loved this much in a very very long time. It is an excellent portrayal of Faeries and their mischief and is supported by a wonderfully written, colorful cast of characters. Add on top of that a well paced, well written plot line, and richly Illustrated environments, and you will be in love . I never take the time to write full reviews, but this book is an exception. Julia Whelan does an excellent job narrating, and with such a rich storyline, it was easy for me to fall into the book. I am definitely recommending this book, and I am excited to see what Margaret Rogerson comes up with next! Interesting Take on an Old Concept What did you love best about An Enchantment of Ravens? There have been a lot of Fae/Human love stories written and they are very often similar in the telling, or at the very least predictable. And while this one did have some of that, there was enough here to make it fresh and interesting. The author did a nice job of weaving in some of the things we expect from Fae lore while putting her own spin on it. I really enjoyed the idea of craft and how that effects the Fae.

The Fall of Five Audiobook by Pittacus Lore

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Pittacus Lore) — Tue, 27 Aug 2013 02:44:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fall of Five Subtitle: Lorien Legacies, Book 4 Author: Pittacus Lore Narrator: Neil Kaplan, Marisol Ramirez, Liam Aiken Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 08-27-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1644 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: "I thought things would change when I found the others. We would stop running. We would fight the Mogadorians. And we would win. "But I was wrong. Even though we have come together, we barely escaped from the Mogadorians with our lives. And now we're in hiding, trying to figure out our next move. "The six of us are powerful - but we're not yet strong enough to take on their entire army. We haven't discovered the full extent of our Legacies. We haven't learned to work together. And there's still so much that we don't know about the Elders or their plan for us. Time is running out, and there's only one thing we know for certain: We need to find Number Five before they do. "They caught Number One in Malaysia. Number Two in England. And Number Three in Kenya. I am Number Four. I was supposed to be next. But I'm still alive. "This battle is far from over." Members Reviews: Great book but Without spoiling anything I am just disappointed at the trust and the compassion. This is war. There is little room for compassion. On to the next book-hoping that those big hearts get some luck. I was entertained I don't know if I'm the best judge of these books. I seek out the things that can distract me on a drive, and this book definitely fit the bill. there are moments that can be a little childish, but what do you expect from a book I think that is geared towards young adults. anyway all in all it was a great book worth the read Great love it second time reading it! great story and great plot! would recommend if you want an adventure. Fun read Awesome book, could have done without some cuss words, especially the f word. Overall interesting plot and intriguing characters. Great follow up A little slow in the middle but the book finishes up strong. Can't wait to finish this series.

Crossed Audiobook by Ally Condie

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ally Condie) — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Crossed Author: Ally Condie Narrator: Kate Simses, Jack Riccobono Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-11 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1705 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The hotly awaited second book in the dystopian Matched trilogy.... In search of a future that may not exist and faced with the decision of who to share it with, Cassia journeys to the Outer Provinces in pursuit of Ky - taken by the Society to his certain death - only to find that he has escaped, leaving a series of clues in his wake. Cassia's quest leads her to question much of what she holds dear, even as she finds glimmers of a different life across the border. But as Cassia nears resolve and certainty about her future with Ky, an invitation for rebellion, an unexpected betrayal, and a surprise visit from Xander - who may hold the key to the uprising and, still, to Cassia's heart - change the game once again. Nothing is as expected on the edge of Society, where crosses and double crosses make the path more twisted than ever. Members Reviews: Can't Wait for Book Three In my review of Matched, I was anxiously anticipating this sequel and was hoping to learn more about The Society, The Rising and Xander in particular (a promising character that I felt was underserved in Matched). Well, I did learn more about some of those things... I liked Crossed, but it also frustrated me as well. When we last saw our protagonists, Ky was being hauled off to the Outer Provinces by The Society and to certain, eventual death. Cassia decides to somehow follow him no matter what the cost. Xander sadly watches the entire scene unfold, still harboring his love for Cassia despite her inherent idiocy, sorry, I mean tenacity...and Cassia's family is shipped off to do some farming for awhile and learn the errors of their rebellious ways. So...that brings us to Crossed. Here's what I liked: I liked (and disliked, see below) that Crossed was told from the perspectives of both Cassia and KY. This technique helped me to like and understand Ky more. (Full disclosure: I'm a budding Xander fan.) They are both in the Outer Provinces and then ultimately on the run, but for a great deal of the book they are apart, searching for each other. Along the way they pick up some friends and I liked these characters. They are a great addition to the series, especially Indie (you know I like strong female characters who don't put up with BS) and I know we will see more of them in the sequel. Condie's descriptions are beautiful and you can visualize easily the surroundings of The Carving and The Outer Provinces. Now here's what I had a problem with: 1. Where the heck's Xander? He shows up for like a minute, is mysterious and then leaves. I really feel like his character has potential and possibly more depth than Ky given all of theses "secrets" and "mysteries" surrounding him. I again am hoping we see more of him in the third book, how about the next book is from his perspective? That I would be interested to read: "Cassie's breaking my heart, so I gave her a big packet of blue pills. Hope they work..." 2. Speaking of perspectives... While I liked the idea of both POV's, after a while they both started sounding the same. The only thing that helped me in this regard was that I actually listened to Crossed as an unabridged audio book on Audible and they had a guy and a girl reading each chapter. However, in tone and sappiness, they both sounded alike to me. 3.

An Abundance of Katherines Audiobook by John Green

biacuaduc@gmail.com (John Green) — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 08:17:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: An Abundance of Katherines Author: John Green Narrator: Jeff Woodman Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 10-16-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1960 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: On a road trip miles from home, this anagram-happy, washed-up child prodigy has ten thousand dollars in his pocket, a bloodthirsty feral hog on his trail, and an overweight, Judge Judy-loving best friend riding shotgun - but no Katherines. Colin is on a mission to prove The Theorem of Underlying Katherine Predictability, which he hopes will predict the future of any relationship, avenge Dumpees everywhere, and finally win him the girl. Love, friendship, and a dead Austro-Hungarian archduke add up to surprising and heart-changing conclusions in this ingeniously layered comic novel about reinventing oneself by Printz medalist John Green, acclaimed author of Looking for Alaska. Members Reviews: John Green Fans will Enjoy Would you try another book from John Green and/or Jeff Woodman? I fell in love with Green's sardonic, self-deprecating characters. Yes, I have and will read all of his books. What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting? The main character is more difficult to relate to than others by this author and the other characters are a little too predictible and stereotypical. However, Green's wit shines through and makes this story better than many YA authors. Would recommend for John Green followers. Have you listened to any of Jeff Woodmans other performances before? How does this one compare? Yes. I like this narrator's voice and feel he is a great choice. He may sound a little older, but he manages to pull off the qualities of sounding smart, quirky, vulnerable, and funny. Loved It I have become a huge John Green fan. I listened to Paper Towns first (his latest). Paper Towns is better than Katherines but both are well done, funny and the narrator is perfect for the male characters that tell the story. Laugh out loud funny I loved this book! As a middle school teacher and parent of a high school boy, I found this book engaging, hilarious, and tender. The characters are well developed and real. The author's style is sharp and concise, which makes this a great choice for a reluctant reader. I plan to listen to this in the car on the next family vacation.. One of my favorite audibles yet. Oh... the reader does a fantastic job with voices. Another fun adolescent tale from John Green! Colin is an 18 year old child prodigy with a thing for anagrams, memorizing trivia, and girls named Katherine. Unfortunately, Katherines tend to not like Colin so much, as he's been dumped by 19 Katherines, the last one damaging his heart. So Colin and his friend Hassan take a pre-college road trip and end up in Gutshot, TN where they befriend a young girl (not named Katherine!). Colin spends his summer trying to come up with a mathematical equation explaining the relationship between him and Katherines, and in turn, learns a lot about himself. As always, John Green writes these characters so well - the nerdy guy, the girl to fall for, and a funny friend. Even if you're not one for math, it doesn't clog the story so much that it would keep you from enjoying it. John Green books never disappoint! Audible Candy Funny and light hearted with engaging characters. It is laugh out loud funny without being mean spirited or unkind. If you've ever had to deal with a brilliant sibling, friend, offspring you will appreciate this story on a whole other level. Narration and sound quality were both excellent.

Haven Audiobook by Karen Lynch

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Karen Lynch) — Mon, 26 Jun 2017 19:42:22 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Haven Author: Karen Lynch Narrator: Caitlin Greer, Zachary Webber Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 06-26-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 374 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Things are going well for Roland Greene. High school is behind him, he has a sweet new ride, a good job, and he's making plans for his future. At 18, he's one of the strongest werewolves in his pack, and he already has more vampire kills than most wolves have in a lifetime. Life is good. Almost. It's time for the annual pack gathering. Wolves from all over Maine come to take care of pack business and socialize - and to find mates. Everywhere Roland turns there are unmated females, and as the Alpha's nephew, he's prime mate material. The last thing he wants right now is a mate, and he'll do all he can to stay a free wolf. Until he meets her. Members Reviews: Top End YA title for both quality & subject matter Haven is most appropriate for an older YA age group. It has enough quality to make for an enjoyable read for older adults like myself. Haven uses the overlapping mundane & supernatural world as the base to develop the storyline and characters. It picks up a few months after Rogue in the Relentless series, and tells the story of Emma going out on her own to live in Sara's old home. Emma grows to love the community, and Roland in particular. Roland has grown & matured himself. There is no escaping the mating bond, even with avoiding most of the female werewolves in town for the annual clan gathering. What I like best about this book is that the main characters treat love & sex with the respect they deserve. Not enough YA books give healthy examples of what is a very important part of life for most physically & mentally healthy, fully-developed human beings. Murder, mayhem, evil & death, set in dystopian societies, are accepted by too many male adult publishers as appropriate YA subject matter, but a healthy, loving relationship isn't. What's wrong with that picture? I'd like to think that a book like Haven balances out some of that publishing dreck. First audiobook was great! This was my first audiobook - I picked a book I knew I loved and was very satisfied with the experience. I immediately purchased the rest of the series on audible as well. The narrators did a great job! AMAZING This is the fifth book in what is one of my favorite series. I loved reading the story, but can honestly say Caitlin and Zachary brought a little something more to the characters personalities to make this a truly amazing listen. I love this series. I can't wait to hear about the rest of the group. Their world is captivating. Really Brought the Story to Life Would you listen to Haven again? Why? I have already listened to the whole series again. It is a wonderful experience. What other book might you compare Haven to and why? Perhaps Hidden Wings, (by Cameo Renae), Runes, (by Ednah Walters), or (Un)Bidden, (by Melissa Haag). All of these books are also available at Audible Which scene was your favorite? I really like the scene in which Emma and Jordan are eating on the rooftop deck. Enter Harper... hilarious! Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Not necessarily. Having already read the kindle version, the compulsion to find out what happens next is less of a burning issue. Any additional comments? I highly recommend the Relentless Series.

The Upside of Unrequited Audiobook by Becky Albertalli

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Becky Albertalli) — Tue, 11 Apr 2017 07:33:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Upside of Unrequited Author: Becky Albertalli Narrator: Arielle DeLisle Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 04-11-17 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 229 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: From the award-winning author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda comes a funny, authentic novel about sisterhood, love, and identity. Seventeen-year-old Molly Peskin-Suso knows all about unrequited love. No matter how many times her twin sister, Cassie, tells her to woman up, Molly can't stomach the idea of rejection. So she's careful. Fat girls always have to be careful. Then a cute new girl enters Cassie's orbit, and for the first time ever, Molly's cynical twin is a lovesick mess. Meanwhile, Molly's totally not dying of loneliness - except for the part where she is. Luckily, Cassie's new girlfriend comes with a cute hipster-boy sidekick. If Molly can win him over, she'll get her first kiss, and she'll get her twin back. There's only one problem: Molly's coworker, Reid. He's a chubby Tolkien superfan with a season pass to the Ren Faire, and there's absolutely no way Molly could fall for him. Right? Critic Reviews: "Heart-fluttering, honest, and hilarious. I can't stop hugging this book." (Stephanie Perkins, New York Times best-selling author of Anna and the French Kiss) Members Reviews: Perfect light reading This is a charming book that I thoroughly enjoyed. It has a wonderful ending and a fantastic narrator. If you're looking for something to escape the stresses of life, this is the book for you. Just Ok I had high expectations for this book after Simon, which I adored. That's why I have a difficult time expressing my opinion on this one. It took me a really long time to get into it, and while I'm thankful that I didn't end up returning the book, I can't see myself recommending it to anyone. Some of the issues discussed, like growing apart from friends and family when dating, was something I could relate to, but it felt like the theme was only partially developed, or like it was put on the back burner only to be haphazardly "solved" at the end. I don't know, perhaps I need more time to digest my feelings on this book. But I can't help but feel.....underwhelmed. Not as enjoyable as I expected I was excited to read this book after I read the summary of it and I was anticipating it for so long that the moment it was released I bought it right away .. sadly I did not enjoy this book as much.. Molly's character is so boring, although I related to her in a lot of situations but she is just so weak willed and I didn't see any character development in her through out the book, I think the diversity overload is what making people hype about it .. but there were some cute moments nonetheless The narration is what kept me pushing through the book and finish it because the narrator was amazing and she had a wide range of voices, so yeah I don't think I can recommend this book to my friends A wonderful mix of humour, drama, and adventure What did you love best about The Upside of Unrequited? The characters - they were adorable! What other book might you compare The Upside of Unrequited to and why? The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight by Jennifer E. Smith. Both are authentic in their stories and have characters that are real. Have you listened to any of Arielle DeLisles other performances before? How does this one compare? No. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? An average girl, a hipster boy ...

Warrior Audiobook by Karen Lynch

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Karen Lynch) — Tue, 03 Jan 2017 12:14:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/666/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Warrior Author: Karen Lynch Narrator: Zachary Webber Format: Unabridged Length: 20 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 01-03-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 597 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The warrior has finally met his match. Nikolas Danshov is the Mohiri's finest warrior, fearless and lethal with any weapon. For almost 200 years, he has devoted his life to keeping humans safe from the demons that walk the earth. Revered by his people, he is a legend in his own time, a warrior undefeated in battle, and prepared for anything. Until her. On a routine job in Maine, a twist of fate brings Nikolas face-to-face with the one person he had never expected to meet: his mate. Sara Grey is unlike anyone he's ever met. Beautiful and fiery, she ignites his desire while her innocence and vulnerability awaken a fierce protectiveness in him. Now all he can think of is keeping his mate safe from the dangers that hunt her, even if she fights him at every turn. You know Sara's story. Now hear it again through the eyes of her warrior. This book is considered upper YA due to some mature content. Members Reviews: Nice counterpoint for the series This book is really only for people who have read the Relentless series. There are major gaps that you have to fill in from memory. Being told in first person, our hero has no way of knowing or telling us what else has happened - key things that you need to know for pieces of this to make sense. Regardless, I did enjoy the story. It was a bit long but still fun. I LOVED THIS SERIES!! I LOVED THIS SERIES! I loved listening to his side! I hope to hear more from both the author & Narrator!! Amazing book dragged along by a monotone narrator Would you listen to Warrior again? Why? I'm more likely to read it again myself. The author did a perfect job of telling the story from Nikolas' point of view. It is absolutely one of my favorite books. The narrator, though...ugg. He is the reason I probably won't listen to the audio book again. I will avoid anything he narrates in the future as well. He has a nice voice and does a good job of catching the hint of a Russian accent (this character is not supposed to have a strong accent but just a hint of one) but that is the extent of nice things I can say about him. His performance was about as exciting as listening to someone read an instruction manual for putting together a bookcase. He is completely monotone, he is reading but not at all performing. Life and death situations sound no different than ordering a meal at a bar. Seriously, zero difference. His tone for female voices is terrible as well. If you need a nice voice to put you to sleep, you've found it! What was one of the most memorable moments of Warrior? Sara and Nikolas after the final battle. Hearing the story from his point was awesome and so well told. In general, hearing how deeply he felt for her throughout the book and how he felt in different situations was really fun. Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Zachary Webber? Just about ANYONE else. Steven Barnett, Vikas Adam, Eric Michael Summerer, or Luke Daniels all would have done an amazing job and pulled you into the story so much more. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Hearing Nikolas' point of view when Sara was missing after falling off the cliff. The author really captured the pain her family felt during the time she was missing, and the joy of having her back. Any additional comments? As with the previous books in this series, the author does such a wonderful job of creating characters that you fall in love with.