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Note: The authors receive royalties paid by the audiobook service provider for this free offer. If you do not want your audiobook to be in the podcast please send us an email to info@thebookvoice.com. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Girl-Who-Stopped-Swimming-Audiobook/B002V0LOSE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Girl Who Stopped Swimming Author: Joshilyn Jackson Narrator: Joshilyn Jackson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 06-12-08 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 584 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Her estranged sister, Thalia, an impoverished Actress with a capital A, is her polar opposite, priding herself on exposing the lurid truth lurking behind middle class niceties. While Laurel's life seems neatly on track - a passionate marriage, a treasured daughter, and a lovely home in suburban Victorianna - everything she holds dear is suddenly thrown into question the night she is visited by the ghost of a her 13-year old neighbor, Molly Dufresne. The ghost leads Laurel to the real Molly, floating lifelessly in the Hawthorne's backyard pool. Molly's death is inexplicable - an unseemly mystery Laurel knows no one in her whitewashed neighborhood is up to solving. Only her wayward, unpredictable sister is right for the task, but calling in a favor from Thalia is like walking straight into a frying pan protected only by Crisco. Enlisting Thalia's help, Laurel sets out on a life-altering journey that triggers startling revelations about her family's guarded past, the true state of her marriage, and the girl who stopped swimming. Richer and more rewarding than any story Joshilyn Jackson has yet written, yet still packed with Jackson's trademarked outrageous characters, sparkling dialogue, and defiantly twisting plotting, The Girl Who Stopped Swimming is destined both to delight Jackson's loyal fans and capture a whole new audience. Critic Reviews: "Jackson matches effortless Southern storytelling with a keen eye for character and heart-stopping circumstances." (Publishers Weekly) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Joshilyn Jackson) Thu, 12 Jun 2008 16:48:28 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Girl-Who-Stopped-Swimming-Audiobook/B002V0LOSE thebookvoice.com 09:24:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Girl Who Stopped Swimming Author: Joshilyn Jackson Narrator: Joshilyn Jackson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 06-12-08 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 584 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Her estranged sister, Thalia, an impoverished Actress with a capital A, is her polar opposite, priding herself on exposing the lurid truth lurking behind middle class niceties. While Laurel's life seems neatly on track - a passionate marriage, a treasured daughter, and a lovely home in suburban Victorianna - everything she holds dear is suddenly thrown into question the night she is visited by the ghost of a her 13-year old neighbor, Molly Dufresne. The ghost leads Laurel to the real Molly, floating lifelessly in the Hawthorne's backyard pool. Molly's death is inexplicable - an unseemly mystery Laurel knows no one in her whitewashed neighborhood is up to solving. Only her wayward, unpredictable sister is right for the task, but calling in a favor from Thalia is like walking straight into a frying pan protected only by Crisco. Enlisting Thalia's help, Laurel sets out on a life-altering journey that triggers startling revelations about her family's guarded past, the true state of her marriage, and the girl who stopped swimming. Richer and more rewarding than any story Joshilyn Jackson has yet written, yet still packed with Jackson's trademarked outrageous characters, sparkling dialogue, and defiantly twisting plotting, The Girl Who Stopped Swimming is destined both to delight Jackson's loyal fans and capture a whole new audience. Critic Reviews: "Jackson matches effortless Southern storytelling with a keen eye for character and heart-stopping circumstances." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Girl Who Stopped Swimming Author: Joshilyn Jackson Narrator: Joshilyn Jackson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 06-12-08 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 584 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Her estranged sister, Thalia, an impoverished Actress with a capital A, is her polar opposite, priding herself on exposing the lurid truth lurking behind middle class niceties. While Laurel's life seems neatly on track - a passionate marriage, a treasured daughter, and a lovely home in suburban Victorianna - everything she holds dear is suddenly thrown into question the night she is visited by the ghost of a her 13-year old neighbor, Molly Dufresne. The ghost leads Laurel to the real Molly, floating lifelessly in the Hawthorne's backyard pool. Molly's death is inexplicable - an unseemly mystery Laurel knows no one in her whitewashed neighborhood is up to solving. Only her wayward, unpredictable sister is right for the task, but calling in a favor from Thalia is like walking straight into a frying pan protected only by Crisco. Enlisting Thalia's help, Laurel sets out on a life-altering journey that triggers startling revelations about her family's guarded past, the true state of her marriage, and the girl who stopped swimming. Richer and more rewarding than any story Joshilyn Jackson has yet written, yet still packed with Jackson's trademarked outrageous characters, sparkling dialogue, and defiantly twisting plotting, The Girl Who Stopped Swimming is destined both to delight Jackson's loyal fans and capture a whole new audience. Critic Reviews: "Jackson matches effortless Southern storytelling with a keen eye for character and heart-stopping circumstances." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: One of the Best books I've purchased I read a review of this audio book in our local newspaper and was SO glad I purchased it. This was truly the best audio book I've gotten and I've gone on to purchase others by this author. The narrator was terrific. She really brought the different characters to life. The mystery and plot were actually secondary in my opinion to the lively and descriptive writing here. The characters were finely drawn and it was a joy to listen to. I listen to audio books each day when I walk my dogs and I had a hard time stopping each day. Highly recommend this audio book. great for the long haul! I listened to this while on a 14 hour car trip to Fla. I found the story very engaging. I believe that the author captured her own limitations as well as her love for her child and husband in an honest way, sometimes painfully so. The relationship with her sister and parents seemed deep and true. I usually shy away from books narrated by an author (rarely have I found an author who can do justice to their own work). Ms. Jackson is an exception to this rule. Her accent is real, as are her descriptions of the south. I highly recommend this and other works by J. Jackson. Excellent writing; wonderful narrarator I am nearing the end of this well-written novel. The author is a terrific reader - listening to this novel has the feel of listening to a full cast production without the jarring sensation that sometimes accompanies listening to a cast with multiple readers. Her tone, timbre and accent changes with each character, yet I never feel as though she is over-acting. Trouble in Stepford In Joshilyn Jackson's world, families are messy, characters are flawed and mysteries are quirky with unpredictable solutions. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Cross-Country-Quilters-Audiobook/B002V8OEHE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Cross-Country Quilters Author: Jennifer Chiaverini Narrator: Christina Moore Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 339 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In this entry from the popular series, five women meet at quilt camp and embark upon a project together. Over the next year, each woman must tackle a personal difficulty before adding her segment to their shared quilt. Despite the challenges they face, the women draw strength from their newfound sisterhood. ©2001 Jennifer Chiaverini (P)2008 Recorded Books, LLC biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jennifer Chiaverini) Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:20:57 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Cross-Country-Quilters-Audiobook/B002V8OEHE thebookvoice.com 11:57:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Cross-Country Quilters Author: Jennifer Chiaverini Narrator: Christina Moore Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 339 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In this entry from the popular series, five women meet at quilt camp and embark upon a project together. Over the next year, each woman must tackle a personal difficulty before adding her segment to their shared quilt. Despite the challenges they face, the women draw strength from their newfound sisterhood. ©2001 Jennifer Chiaverini (P)2008 Recorded Books, LLC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Cross-Country Quilters Author: Jennifer Chiaverini Narrator: Christina Moore Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 339 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In this entry from the popular series, five women meet at quilt camp and embark upon a project together. Over the next year, each woman must tackle a personal difficulty before adding her segment to their shared quilt. Despite the challenges they face, the women draw strength from their newfound sisterhood. ©2001 Jennifer Chiaverini (P)2008 Recorded Books, LLC Members Reviews: Thank you Jennifer I burned this book on to cd's-12 I think-to listen to on a long drive. I was so thrilled with the story and characters. The very beginning had me questioning, what does an diva actress have to do with quilting. Jennifer C, weaves and stitches these women's lives together beautifully. I think even without being a sewist/quilter I would loved this story of these women finding their strengths. It was beautiful It made me laugh, made me cry and I hope someone options the movie rights! One of my favorite Elm Creek Quilt stories This is one of my favorites, with the story of each of the five character' personal challenge, as a woman, a wife, and a mother. The challenges ring true, even while the optimism of the stories makes them "comfort" listening. Each of the women is likeable though far from perfect, and it truly feels good to hear them overcome the obstacles, face themselves and own their own responsibility to create their lives. Christina Moore is an excellent narrator, bringing each personality to life. Nice people Another fun Elm Creek Quilt story. This one had some loveable characters and some real life situations and stories. I really enjoyed meeting them all. great story -- I really liked this book. Each character was shown in first person and their lives showcased --several women meet a a quiliter's camp and then over the next year we hear about their lives Overall good story What did you love best about The Cross-Country Quilters? I have listened to the series up through this book and it wasn't my favorite. I have since listened to the 2 after this and they are much more interesting. This book kept my interest, but seemed to be mostly a character development book. Not a deep threaded story line. Would you be willing to try another book from Jennifer Chiaverini? Why or why not? Yes, I plan to listen to the full series and buy the next book with each credit. What does Christina Moore bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? I like the consistency across all the stories. She has narrated the other books as well and I feel like I know the characters. If you could take any character from The Cross-Country Quilters out to dinner, who would it be and why? Sarah - she is most like me. Any additional comments? I feel like the word "supper" is so tremendously overused! It got better in the next 2 books, but sometimes the word "supper" is worked into a sentence more than once. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/White-Fur-Audiobook/B06Y1X4YS6 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: White Fur Author: Jardine Libaire Narrator: Rebecca Soler Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-17 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A stunning star-crossed love story set against the glitz and grit of 1980s New York City. When Elise Perez meets Jamey Hyde on a desolate winter afternoon, fate implodes, and neither of their lives will ever be the same. Although they are next-door neighbors in New Haven, they come from different worlds. Elise grew up in a housing project without a father and didn't graduate from high school; Jamey is a junior at Yale, heir to a private investment bank fortune and beholden to high family expectations. Nevertheless, the attraction is instant, and what starts out as sexual obsession turns into something greater, stranger, and impossible to ignore. The unlikely couple moves to Manhattan in hopes of forging an adult life together, but Jamey's family intervenes in desperation, and the consequences of staying together are suddenly severe. And when a night out with old friends takes a shocking turn, Jamey and Elise find themselves fighting not just for their love but also for their lives. White Fur follows these indelible characters on their wild race through Newport mansions and downtown NYC nightspots, SoHo bars and WASP-establishment yacht clubs, through bedrooms and hospital rooms as they explore, love, play, and suffer. Jardine Libaire combines the electricity of Less Than Zero with the timeless intensity of Romeo and Juliet in this searing, gorgeously written novel that perfectly captures the ferocity of young love. Critic Reviews: "Brilliantly written and deeply felt, this is a love story by turns comic and tragic, but always moving. Whether her characters are on the social register or the welfare roll, Libaire is a keen observer of human nature." (Philipp Meyer) "White Fur is glorious: dark, dirty, and sexy, lit up with yearning and raw, young love. Libaire's sentences left me breathless. This is a Roman candle of a novel. I absolutely loved it." (Amanda Eyre Ward, author of The Nearness of You and What Was Lost) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jardine Libaire) Tue, 30 May 2017 02:45:55 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/White-Fur-Audiobook/B06Y1X4YS6 thebookvoice.com 11:18:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: White Fur Author: Jardine Libaire Narrator: Rebecca Soler Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-17 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A stunning star-crossed love story set against the glitz and grit of 1980s New York City. When Elise Perez meets Jamey Hyde on a desolate winter afternoon, fate implodes, and neither of their lives will ever be the same. Although they are next-door neighbors in New Haven, they come from different worlds. Elise grew up in a housing project without a father and didn't graduate from high school; Jamey is a junior at Yale, heir to a private investment bank fortune and beholden to high family expectations. Nevertheless, the attraction is instant, and what starts out as sexual obsession turns into something greater, stranger, and impossible to ignore. The unlikely couple moves to Manhattan in hopes of forging an adult life together, but Jamey's family intervenes in desperation, and the consequences of staying together are suddenly severe. And when a night out with old friends takes a shocking turn, Jamey and Elise find themselves fighting not just for their love but also for their lives. White Fur follows these indelible characters on their wild race through Newport mansions and downtown NYC nightspots, SoHo bars and WASP-establishment yacht clubs, through bedrooms and hospital rooms as they explore, love, play, and suffer. Jardine Libaire combines the electricity of Less Than Zero with the timeless intensity of Romeo and Juliet in this searing, gorgeously written novel that perfectly captures the ferocity of young love. Critic Reviews: "Brilliantly written and deeply felt, this is a love story by turns comic and tragic, but always moving. Whether her characters are on the social register or the welfare roll, Libaire is a keen observer of human nature." (Philipp Meyer) "White Fur is glorious: dark, dirty, and sexy, lit up with yearning and raw, young love. Libaire's sentences left me breathless. This is a Roman candle of a novel. I absolutely loved it." (Amanda Eyre Ward, author of The Nearness of You and What Was Lost) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: White Fur Author: Jardine Libaire Narrator: Rebecca Soler Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-17 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A stunning star-crossed love story set against the glitz and grit of 1980s New York City. When Elise Perez meets Jamey Hyde on a desolate winter afternoon, fate implodes, and neither of their lives will ever be the same. Although they are next-door neighbors in New Haven, they come from different worlds. Elise grew up in a housing project without a father and didn't graduate from high school; Jamey is a junior at Yale, heir to a private investment bank fortune and beholden to high family expectations. Nevertheless, the attraction is instant, and what starts out as sexual obsession turns into something greater, stranger, and impossible to ignore. The unlikely couple moves to Manhattan in hopes of forging an adult life together, but Jamey's family intervenes in desperation, and the consequences of staying together are suddenly severe. And when a night out with old friends takes a shocking turn, Jamey and Elise find themselves fighting not just for their love but also for their lives. White Fur follows these indelible characters on their wild race through Newport mansions and downtown NYC nightspots, SoHo bars and WASP-establishment yacht clubs, through bedrooms and hospital rooms as they explore, love, play, and suffer. Jardine Libaire combines the electricity of Less Than Zero with the timeless intensity of Romeo and Juliet in this searing, gorgeously written novel that perfectly captures the ferocity of young love. Critic Reviews: "Brilliantly written and deeply felt, this is a love story by turns comic and tragic, but always moving. Whether her characters are on the social register or the welfare roll, Libaire is a keen observer of human nature." (Philipp Meyer) "White Fur is glorious: dark, dirty, and sexy, lit up with yearning and raw, young love. Libaire's sentences left me breathless. This is a Roman candle of a novel. I absolutely loved it." (Amanda Eyre Ward, author of The Nearness of You and What Was Lost) Members Reviews: Confused I have no idea what the point of this book was! I kept waiting for it....it never came. No Plot What disappointed you about White Fur? The characters are kind of interesting but there's no plot. It's taken me 3 months to listen to it because it feels like there is no point. What could Jardine Libaire have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? Used a different form, perhaps poetry instead of a novel. Not my cup of tea Rebecca Soler did a really great job narrating. However, this was just a terrible book. It was broken into random pieces in my opinion and did not flow well. Boring/No direction Very disappointed . I finished the book but it took me months to actually finish it. It was interesting in some spots but in other spots a lot of the writing seemed pointless. Like for example they would mention a character name randomly that had not been mentioned before and it was very confusing at times. Gritty love story Writing that was prose or poetry?! Unique story. kept me on my toes, would definitely recommend! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Upper-Room-Audiobook/B002V0JU4O Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Upper Room Author: Mary Monroe Narrator: Kevin Free Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-06-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 148 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Nationally best-selling author Mary Monroe createsan unforgettable cast of characters in The Upper Room. Mama Ruby stole her best friend's baby girl, ran off to Florida, and raised her as her own. Maureen is the center of Mama Ruby's world, and she will do anything to protect her and their life together. Now Maureen wants to know what the rest of the world is like. She is determined to find out, but escaping Mama Ruby won't be easy. ©1985 Mary Monroe; (P)2002 Recorded Books,LLC biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Monroe) Thu, 06 Nov 2008 04:58:39 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Upper-Room-Audiobook/B002V0JU4O thebookvoice.com 09:31:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Upper Room Author: Mary Monroe Narrator: Kevin Free Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-06-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 148 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Nationally best-selling author Mary Monroe createsan unforgettable cast of characters in The Upper Room. Mama Ruby stole her best friend's baby girl, ran off to Florida, and raised her as her own. Maureen is the center of Mama Ruby's world, and she will do anything to protect her and their life together. Now Maureen wants to know what the rest of the world is like. She is determined to find out, but escaping Mama Ruby won't be easy. ©1985 Mary Monroe; (P)2002 Recorded Books,LLC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Upper Room Author: Mary Monroe Narrator: Kevin Free Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-06-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 148 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Nationally best-selling author Mary Monroe createsan unforgettable cast of characters in The Upper Room. Mama Ruby stole her best friend's baby girl, ran off to Florida, and raised her as her own. Maureen is the center of Mama Ruby's world, and she will do anything to protect her and their life together. Now Maureen wants to know what the rest of the world is like. She is determined to find out, but escaping Mama Ruby won't be easy. ©1985 Mary Monroe; (P)2002 Recorded Books,LLC Members Reviews: Good story, but.................. Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? Yes, I found it entertaining and funny. Mama Ruby is a mess, and she kept the story interesting with all her antics. What about Kevin Frees performance did you like? EVERTHING!!!! I loved his accents, and his portrayal of Mama Ruby. He was the perfect narrator for this, and the mama Ruby book. If this book were a movie would you go see it? Yes.. It was so crazy at times, I would've loved to see some of the scenes played out. Any additional comments? I've said it before (multiple times), and now I'll say it again. The overuse of gasp, sniff, incredulous is so annoying, it makes me want to scream!!!! How can she have so many stories, written so many books, and NOONE brought it up to her about changing these words??? Sniffed: Inhaled, breath, snorted. Gasped: gulped, huffed, wheezed. Incredulous: skeptical, disbelieving, dubious. See? Not that hard!! I'm currently reading the 3rd and final book in this series, and in true Mary Monroe fashion, she has used these 3 words more times than I can count. Excellent follow-up to Mama Ruby Where does The Upper Room rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? #3 What was one of the most memorable moments of The Upper Room? Ruby stealing Maureen. Which scene was your favorite? Maureen finally being free! If you could take any character from The Upper Room out to dinner, who would it be and why? I would take Maureen to dinner just to give her a sense of independence and normalcy from Mama Ruby. Any additional comments? I really hate that Mama Ruby turned out to be such a deadly character compared to her beginings as Ruby Jean in "Mama Ruby"! Run On Chapters... The chapters ran into each other. The editing was really bad! The last word hardly finished before announcing the next chapter. Very Entertaining This Book was very entertaining, funny, and never boring! It took me a minute to get thru it but I was I intrigue the entire time. The narrator did an excellent job! Funny Overall good book , and funny characters . Love the country vernacular. mama Ruby was something else https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Chaos-A-New-World-Audiobook/B00O5HWE2G Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chaos: A New World Subtitle: Book 1 Author: John O'Brien Narrator: Mark Gagliardi Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 10-06-14 Publisher: Cherry Hill Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 645 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Jack, a sometimes humorous, sometimes philosophical ex-special operations pilot and soldier is one of the few left to struggle through the desolation left in the aftermath; seeking to survive as a new ferocious species emerges from the rubble, hungry and unrelenting. Will his special forces training be enough? Will he be able to keep his children safe and guide the few survivors through perils that now roam the world they once knew? Or will the hordes that now own the night prevail, forever removing the last of mankind from existence? Humankind was once at the top of the food chain. But that has now changed. biacuaduc@gmail.com (John O'Brien) Mon, 06 Oct 2014 22:18:44 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Chaos-A-New-World-Audiobook/B00O5HWE2G thebookvoice.com 08:12:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chaos: A New World Subtitle: Book 1 Author: John O'Brien Narrator: Mark Gagliardi Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 10-06-14 Publisher: Cherry Hill Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 645 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Jack, a sometimes humorous, sometimes philosophical ex-special operations pilot and soldier is one of the few left to struggle through the desolation left in the aftermath; seeking to survive as a new ferocious species emerges from the rubble, hungry and unrelenting. Will his special forces training be enough? Will he be able to keep his children safe and guide the few survivors through perils that now roam the world they once knew? Or will the hordes that now own the night prevail, forever removing the last of mankind from existence? Humankind was once at the top of the food chain. But that has now changed. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chaos: A New World Subtitle: Book 1 Author: John O'Brien Narrator: Mark Gagliardi Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 10-06-14 Publisher: Cherry Hill Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 645 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Jack, a sometimes humorous, sometimes philosophical ex-special operations pilot and soldier is one of the few left to struggle through the desolation left in the aftermath; seeking to survive as a new ferocious species emerges from the rubble, hungry and unrelenting. Will his special forces training be enough? Will he be able to keep his children safe and guide the few survivors through perils that now roam the world they once knew? Or will the hordes that now own the night prevail, forever removing the last of mankind from existence? Humankind was once at the top of the food chain. But that has now changed. Members Reviews: THIS IS MAKING MY BRAIN HURT Well, numb at least Reaching down with my right hand, I grasped the tab on the zipper pocket of my Bass Pro duffle bag. I dragged the zipper to my right, opening the pocket. Reaching into the pocket (side remark), I pulled out the Zip Lock Container with the four tabs. (semi-funny side remark to myself) Putting the container in my lap with both hands I undid the four tabs. My mp3 SanDisk player was laying on top of the black co-axel cable with the brass fittings. Taking the player out, I hit the blue button with my right thumb, (side remark). etc... If you were enthralled with that rendition, than you will love this book. I bought this book, thinking it was about Zombies, even though Audible has not included it among their 15 books in the Zombie section which you have to sneak your way into since, you can't get their through browsing Science Fiction/Fantasy. In the first four hours, I heard two Zombies shuffling around. One was upstairs and another outside a house. I never got to actually see a Zombie. I did get to see some of the carnage, but not the actual taking place of such disasters. After four hours I started skipping through the book and evidently skipped over a horde of Zombies, which I don't think ever reappeared. I did like the main character. He seems to be a good father and it is cool to have that evident in a Zombie book, if you can call this a zombie book. Most of the story takes place in the United States with this father and his kids. Some of the story takes place in Kuwait, where the mother is stationed with the army. Sammy Davis Jr. once said, the when he gave a concert, he had to sing Candy Man fairly early, since it was his only hit. It is the same when you write a Zombie book. If you write a book about Zombies, you need to have some zombies fairly early, it is why the reader bought the book. If you want to write a book about a father and his kids, great, but don't call it Chaos, A New World and don't have a macho gravely narrator. My lowest rating ever I think this book would have received much better rating if it weren't for the narrator Oh My Giggles! He sounds like The Macho Man Randy Savage meets Hulk Hogan every time a character has an internal monologue. It drove me crazy! Id rather receive a figure-four-leg-lock than listen to another one of these books OH YEAH!!!. Good story, terribad narration I decided to try this book after listening to A shrouded world. I love Mark Tufo and enjoyed the collaboration. Let me start by saying that the story is good, it has potential to be a good audiobook. Unfortunately, the narration ruined it for me. The narrator emphasized every other word, it sounded like a professional wrestler was reading. Not bad! Worth a listen if your into the whole z genre. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/This-Dark-Road-to-Mercy-Audiobook/B00H8U2JOK Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: This Dark Road to Mercy Subtitle: A Novel Author: Wiley Cash Narrator: Jenna Lamia, Erik Bergmann, Scott Sowers Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 01-28-14 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 218 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Hailed as "mesmerizing" (New York Times Book Review) and "as if Cormac McCarthy decided to rewrite Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird" (Richmond Times-Dispatch), A Land More Kind Than Home made Wiley Cash an instant literary sensation. His resonant new novel, This Dark Road to Mercy, is a tale of love and atonement, blood and vengeance, a story that involves two young sisters, a wayward father, and an enemy determined to see him pay for his sins. When their mother dies unexpectedly, twelve-year-old Easter Quillby and her six-year-old sister, Ruby, are shuffled into the foster care system in Gastonia, North Carolina, a little town not far from the Appalachian Mountains. But just as they settle into their new life, their errant father, Wade, an ex-minor-league baseball player whom they haven't seen in years, suddenly reappears and steals them away in the middle of the night. Brady Weller, the girls' court-appointed guardian, begins looking for Wade, and quickly turns up unsettling information linking him to a multimillion-dollar robbery. But Brady isn't the only one hunting him. Also on the trail is Robert Pruitt, a mercurial man nursing a years-old vendetta, a man determined to find Wade and claim what he believes he is owed. The combination of Cash's evocative and intimate Southern voice and those of the alternating narrators, Easter, Brady, and Pruitt, brings this soulful story vividly to life. At once captivating and heartbreaking, This Dark Road to Mercy is a testament to the unbreakable bonds of family and the primal desire to outrun a past that refuses to let go. Critic Reviews: "Jenna Lamia's remarkable performance makes her the star of this ensemble audiobook. Her impeccable North Carolina accent and pitch-perfect expression enliven Easter's mixed emotions.... Erik Bergman's slow, gentle voice is a match for Brady's kindness, while Scott Sowers makes listeners shiver with his rendering of Pruitt, a sociopathic hit man." (AudioFile) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Wiley Cash) Tue, 28 Jan 2014 05:40:11 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/This-Dark-Road-to-Mercy-Audiobook/B00H8U2JOK thebookvoice.com 07:53:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: This Dark Road to Mercy Subtitle: A Novel Author: Wiley Cash Narrator: Jenna Lamia, Erik Bergmann, Scott Sowers Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 01-28-14 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 218 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Hailed as "mesmerizing" (New York Times Book Review) and "as if Cormac McCarthy decided to rewrite Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird" (Richmond Times-Dispatch), A Land More Kind Than Home made Wiley Cash an instant literary sensation. His resonant new novel, This Dark Road to Mercy, is a tale of love and atonement, blood and vengeance, a story that involves two young sisters, a wayward father, and an enemy determined to see him pay for his sins. When their mother dies unexpectedly, twelve-year-old Easter Quillby and her six-year-old sister, Ruby, are shuffled into the foster care system in Gastonia, North Carolina, a little town not far from the Appalachian Mountains. But just as they settle into their new life, their errant father, Wade, an ex-minor-league baseball player whom they haven't seen in years, suddenly reappears and steals them away in the middle of the night. Brady Weller, the girls' court-appointed guardian, begins looking for Wade, and quickly turns up unsettling information linking him to a multimillion-dollar robbery. But Brady isn't the only one hunting him. Also on the trail is Robert Pruitt, a mercurial man nursing a years-old vendetta, a man determined to find Wade and claim what he believes he is owed. The combination of Cash's evocative and intimate Southern voice and those of the alternating narrators, Easter, Brady, and Pruitt, brings this soulful story vividly to life. At once captivating and heartbreaking, This Dark Road to Mercy is a testament to the unbreakable bonds of family and the primal desire to outrun a past that refuses to let go. Critic Reviews: "Jenna Lamia's remarkable performance makes her the star of this ensemble audiobook. Her impeccable North Carolina accent and pitch-perfect expression enliven Easter's mixed emotions.... Erik Bergman's slow, gentle voice is a match for Brady's kindness, while Scott Sowers makes listeners shiver with his rendering of Pruitt, a sociopathic hit man." (AudioFile) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: This Dark Road to Mercy Subtitle: A Novel Author: Wiley Cash Narrator: Jenna Lamia, Erik Bergmann, Scott Sowers Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 01-28-14 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 218 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Hailed as "mesmerizing" (New York Times Book Review) and "as if Cormac McCarthy decided to rewrite Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird" (Richmond Times-Dispatch), A Land More Kind Than Home made Wiley Cash an instant literary sensation. His resonant new novel, This Dark Road to Mercy, is a tale of love and atonement, blood and vengeance, a story that involves two young sisters, a wayward father, and an enemy determined to see him pay for his sins. When their mother dies unexpectedly, twelve-year-old Easter Quillby and her six-year-old sister, Ruby, are shuffled into the foster care system in Gastonia, North Carolina, a little town not far from the Appalachian Mountains. But just as they settle into their new life, their errant father, Wade, an ex-minor-league baseball player whom they haven't seen in years, suddenly reappears and steals them away in the middle of the night. Brady Weller, the girls' court-appointed guardian, begins looking for Wade, and quickly turns up unsettling information linking him to a multimillion-dollar robbery. But Brady isn't the only one hunting him. Also on the trail is Robert Pruitt, a mercurial man nursing a years-old vendetta, a man determined to find Wade and claim what he believes he is owed. The combination of Cash's evocative and intimate Southern voice and those of the alternating narrators, Easter, Brady, and Pruitt, brings this soulful story vividly to life. At once captivating and heartbreaking, This Dark Road to Mercy is a testament to the unbreakable bonds of family and the primal desire to outrun a past that refuses to let go. Critic Reviews: "Jenna Lamia's remarkable performance makes her the star of this ensemble audiobook. Her impeccable North Carolina accent and pitch-perfect expression enliven Easter's mixed emotions.... Erik Bergman's slow, gentle voice is a match for Brady's kindness, while Scott Sowers makes listeners shiver with his rendering of Pruitt, a sociopathic hit man." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: Easter offers chance at redemption; but no spark Set around the 1998 HR record chase by Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa (now stained by steroids) and traveling from the foothills of NC to St. Louis, this short novel is enjoyable but not nearly as deep a character study, with as complex a texture or as dark as what I consider the best novel to come out of the South in 20 years, "A Land More Kind Than Home," by the author, Wiley Cash. The story keeps you interested, though it lags toward the end. The protagonist, Easter, is well-developed and realistic as a 12-year-old whose mom died of a drug overdose and whose father "Wade" is a ne'er-do-well former baseball minor leaguer. Repairing his relationship with Easter offers Wade a chance at redemption. One thing that was not explained enough was the antagonistic relationship between Wade and his pursuer Pruitt and the relationship between the other character Brady (the 2 girls' guardian ad litem) and his daughter could have been more developed and tied into the story. The novel is worthy of a read/listen, particularly if you enjoyed "More Kind than Home," but I can't highly recommend it. I must say though that it may be worth the purchase if for nothing more than to hear Jenna Lamia's spectacular rendition of the 12-year-old Easter, the novel's protagonist. Ms. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/On-Mystic-Lake-Audiobook/B003G482AC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: On Mystic Lake Author: Kristin Hannah Narrator: Susan Ericksen Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 05-06-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 416 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: On the day her daughter leaves for college, Anne Colwater's husband of 20 years announces he wants a divorce. Her roles of wife and mother suddenly gone, Annie retreats to her childhood home of Mystic, Washington, to heal. There she finds her old friend Nick, suddenly widowed and unable to cope with his emotionally scarred young daughter, Izzie. Annie agrees to look after Izzie, and soon finds herself caring for both father and daughter with a joy and passion she never expected - and she finds her love returned with a fervor she had never even hoped for. But love is never simple, and it is not until Annie learns a hard lesson from her own grown daughter that she finds the strength to claim the happiness she has earned. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kristin Hannah) Thu, 06 May 2010 03:26:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/On-Mystic-Lake-Audiobook/B003G482AC thebookvoice.com 10:19:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: On Mystic Lake Author: Kristin Hannah Narrator: Susan Ericksen Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 05-06-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 416 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: On the day her daughter leaves for college, Anne Colwater's husband of 20 years announces he wants a divorce. Her roles of wife and mother suddenly gone, Annie retreats to her childhood home of Mystic, Washington, to heal. There she finds her old friend Nick, suddenly widowed and unable to cope with his emotionally scarred young daughter, Izzie. Annie agrees to look after Izzie, and soon finds herself caring for both father and daughter with a joy and passion she never expected - and she finds her love returned with a fervor she had never even hoped for. But love is never simple, and it is not until Annie learns a hard lesson from her own grown daughter that she finds the strength to claim the happiness she has earned. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: On Mystic Lake Author: Kristin Hannah Narrator: Susan Ericksen Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 05-06-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 416 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: On the day her daughter leaves for college, Anne Colwater's husband of 20 years announces he wants a divorce. Her roles of wife and mother suddenly gone, Annie retreats to her childhood home of Mystic, Washington, to heal. There she finds her old friend Nick, suddenly widowed and unable to cope with his emotionally scarred young daughter, Izzie. Annie agrees to look after Izzie, and soon finds herself caring for both father and daughter with a joy and passion she never expected - and she finds her love returned with a fervor she had never even hoped for. But love is never simple, and it is not until Annie learns a hard lesson from her own grown daughter that she finds the strength to claim the happiness she has earned. Members Reviews: Never been so disappointed Given the ratings, I expected greatness. I rarely hate a book, but what a let down! The only thing great is the narrator -- Ericksen is always fabulous. By the end, I started to wonder if Hannah had filled this book with characters from her life, supposedly to honor them but subconsciously getting revenge by demonstrating how shallow, confused, and obnoxious they are. Where to start? SPOILER ALERT: The heroine is a doormat except when sequentially betraying cheating husband and then the "hero," her old friend/new love. Hero has emotionally and largely physically abandoned his needy preschooler, drinking to obliterate terrible memories and guilt (at least he has motivation). Heroine rescues and plays mother to hero & hero's needy child, sleeps with hero though knowingly pregnant by - and planning to return to - cheating hubby. Yeah, men always put up with that! After getting both dad and daughter dependent on her, she abandons hero and child. Why? She's such a dedicated mother! She wants to give her new child the same absent, cheater father she burdened her teenage daughter with rather than the basically good man and traumatized child she loves and who love her. It takes unbelievably wise 18-year-old daughter to point out reality for Mom. Unbelievable not because an 18-year-old can't be worldly, wise, perceptive and insightful (perhaps the author was the model for this perfection), but because it would be a miracle for her to have been produced by these parents. Maybe babies were switched at birth. The only truly admirable characters are amazing teenager and traumatized preschooler. Let's not forget the conclusion! There is none. After putting up with these folks for hours, we get the non-ending of all time. On second thought, thanks. At least I can imagine recovered hero with a truly loving and worthy woman, slamming the door in heroine's face when she flits back expecting a warm welcome. If the heroine's new child is lucky she'll be raised by her sister. Another Excellent Novel/Listen From Kristin Hannah Although this novel is one of Ms Hannah's earlier works, it rates as one of my favorites (The Things We Do For Love is my Number 1 favorite) Susan Ericksen does a superb narration, I tend to search for novels narrated by Ms Ericksen and I have not been dissapointed yet. Kristin's insightful view of marriage and women's issues are beautifully portrayed. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Lessons-Audiobook/B01HH499Q2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Lessons Author: Naomi Alderman Narrator: Jot Davies Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Naomi Alderman's The Lessons reflects the truth that the lessons life teaches often come too late. Hidden away in an Oxford backstreet is a crumbling Georgian mansion, unknown to any but the few who possess keys to its unassuming front gate. Its owner is the mercurial, charismatic Mark Winters, whose rackety trust-fund upbringing has left him as troubled and unpredictable as he is wildly promiscuous. Mark gathers around him an impressionable group of students: glamorous Emmanuella, who always has a new boyfriend in tow; Franny and Simon, best friends and occasional lovers; musician Jess, whose calm exterior hides passionate depths. And James, already damaged by Oxford and looking for a group to belong to. For a time they live in a charmed world of learning and parties and love affairs. But university is no grounding for adult life, and when, years later, tragedy strikes, they are entirely unprepared. Naomi Alderman grew up in the Orthodox Jewish community in Northwest London. Her first novel, Disobedience, was published in 10 languages and won the Orange Award for New Writers and the Sunday Times Young Writer of the Year prize. Like her second novel, The Lessons, it was broadcast as Radio 4's Book at Bedtime. She is a frequent radio broadcaster, and she is a regular contributor to several publications, including the Guardian and Prospect. She lives in London. Critic Reviews: "Sharp, funny and poignant." (Hilary Mantel) "Funny, tender and insightful." (Maureen Lipman, Guardian) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Naomi Alderman) Thu, 07 Jul 2016 06:16:39 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Lessons-Audiobook/B01HH499Q2 thebookvoice.com 11:32:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Lessons Author: Naomi Alderman Narrator: Jot Davies Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Naomi Alderman's The Lessons reflects the truth that the lessons life teaches often come too late. Hidden away in an Oxford backstreet is a crumbling Georgian mansion, unknown to any but the few who possess keys to its unassuming front gate. Its owner is the mercurial, charismatic Mark Winters, whose rackety trust-fund upbringing has left him as troubled and unpredictable as he is wildly promiscuous. Mark gathers around him an impressionable group of students: glamorous Emmanuella, who always has a new boyfriend in tow; Franny and Simon, best friends and occasional lovers; musician Jess, whose calm exterior hides passionate depths. And James, already damaged by Oxford and looking for a group to belong to. For a time they live in a charmed world of learning and parties and love affairs. But university is no grounding for adult life, and when, years later, tragedy strikes, they are entirely unprepared. Naomi Alderman grew up in the Orthodox Jewish community in Northwest London. Her first novel, Disobedience, was published in 10 languages and won the Orange Award for New Writers and the Sunday Times Young Writer of the Year prize. Like her second novel, The Lessons, it was broadcast as Radio 4's Book at Bedtime. She is a frequent radio broadcaster, and she is a regular contributor to several publications, including the Guardian and Prospect. She lives in London. Critic Reviews: "Sharp, funny and poignant." (Hilary Mantel) "Funny, tender and insightful." (Maureen Lipman, Guardian) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Lessons Author: Naomi Alderman Narrator: Jot Davies Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Naomi Alderman's The Lessons reflects the truth that the lessons life teaches often come too late. Hidden away in an Oxford backstreet is a crumbling Georgian mansion, unknown to any but the few who possess keys to its unassuming front gate. Its owner is the mercurial, charismatic Mark Winters, whose rackety trust-fund upbringing has left him as troubled and unpredictable as he is wildly promiscuous. Mark gathers around him an impressionable group of students: glamorous Emmanuella, who always has a new boyfriend in tow; Franny and Simon, best friends and occasional lovers; musician Jess, whose calm exterior hides passionate depths. And James, already damaged by Oxford and looking for a group to belong to. For a time they live in a charmed world of learning and parties and love affairs. But university is no grounding for adult life, and when, years later, tragedy strikes, they are entirely unprepared. Naomi Alderman grew up in the Orthodox Jewish community in Northwest London. Her first novel, Disobedience, was published in 10 languages and won the Orange Award for New Writers and the Sunday Times Young Writer of the Year prize. Like her second novel, The Lessons, it was broadcast as Radio 4's Book at Bedtime. She is a frequent radio broadcaster, and she is a regular contributor to several publications, including the Guardian and Prospect. She lives in London. Critic Reviews: "Sharp, funny and poignant." (Hilary Mantel) "Funny, tender and insightful." (Maureen Lipman, Guardian) Members Reviews: Where has this book been hiding? Would you consider the audio edition of The Lessons to be better than the print version? I read about it on an Audie page. The performance is great, I am going to look up books by Jot Davies. And, the writing is top rate. The wording just tickles me, only way to describe it. I find myself in the car, listening and nodding at a great turn of phrase read by the brilliant Jot Davies. Loved it. Where does The Lessons rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? Very highly. It is an example of a book that I've enjoyed more as an audio than as a print book. The performance really brought it to life. What other book might you compare The Lessons to, and why? There is a range of semi-autobiographical books by contemporary authors, especially Jewish authors, available at the moment. What about Jot Daviess performance did you like? Captured the different voices beautifully. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? No. I enjoyed absorbing the characters over a period of time. Any additional comments? Great book, great performance by narrator. Well written, well narrated but not MY THING Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? NO, simply because I have struggled to get through the listen and have now decided not to bother with the end. What could Naomi Alderman have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? Nothing. I just chose the wrong book. I have gay friends and a gay relative and have no problem with homosexuality as long as I don't have to view or listen to gay sexual scenes. I would be grateful if you would keep "gay" literature in that category to avoid this happening. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Everyone-Worth-Knowing-Audiobook/B004VS4WRO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Everyone Worth Knowing Author: Lauren Weisberger Narrator: Stina Nielsen Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 04-15-11 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 120 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: When 27-year-old Bette Robinson quits her Manhattan banking job, she knows she won't miss the 80-hour workweeks, her claustrophobic cubicle or her revolting boss's Quotes of the Day. Then Bette meets Kelly, head of Manhattan's hottest PR and events planning firm, and suddenly she has a brand-new job where the primary requirement is to see and be seen. The work at Kelly & Company takes Bette inside the VIP rooms of the city's most exclusive nightclubs, to parties crowded with celebrities and socialites. Soon she's dating an infamous playboy who's great for her career but bad for her sanity - and scaring off the one decent guy she meets. As her coworkers repeatedly point out, how can you complain about a job that pays you to party? Bette has to agree - until she begins appearing in a vicious new gossip column. That's when Bette's life on paper takes on a whole new meaning - and she learns the line between her personal and professional lives is...invisible. Critic Reviews: "Deliciously entertaining." (Lifemagazine) "Packed with celebrity mentions and insider takes on exclusive Manhattan hot spots.... Weisberger's fans...are sure to enjoy the dishy details." (Booklist) "Ever dream about swapping your humdrum office gig for a thrilling new career? Then don't miss this spirited novel." (Marie Claire) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lauren Weisberger) Fri, 15 Apr 2011 01:39:29 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Everyone-Worth-Knowing-Audiobook/B004VS4WRO thebookvoice.com 14:26:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Everyone Worth Knowing Author: Lauren Weisberger Narrator: Stina Nielsen Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 04-15-11 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 120 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: When 27-year-old Bette Robinson quits her Manhattan banking job, she knows she won't miss the 80-hour workweeks, her claustrophobic cubicle or her revolting boss's Quotes of the Day. Then Bette meets Kelly, head of Manhattan's hottest PR and events planning firm, and suddenly she has a brand-new job where the primary requirement is to see and be seen. The work at Kelly & Company takes Bette inside the VIP rooms of the city's most exclusive nightclubs, to parties crowded with celebrities and socialites. Soon she's dating an infamous playboy who's great for her career but bad for her sanity - and scaring off the one decent guy she meets. As her coworkers repeatedly point out, how can you complain about a job that pays you to party? Bette has to agree - until she begins appearing in a vicious new gossip column. That's when Bette's life on paper takes on a whole new meaning - and she learns the line between her personal and professional lives is...invisible. Critic Reviews: "Deliciously entertaining." (Lifemagazine) "Packed with celebrity mentions and insider takes on exclusive Manhattan hot spots.... Weisberger's fans...are sure to enjoy the dishy details." (Booklist) "Ever dream about swapping your humdrum office gig for a thrilling new career? Then don't miss this spirited novel." (Marie Claire) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Everyone Worth Knowing Author: Lauren Weisberger Narrator: Stina Nielsen Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 04-15-11 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 120 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: When 27-year-old Bette Robinson quits her Manhattan banking job, she knows she won't miss the 80-hour workweeks, her claustrophobic cubicle or her revolting boss's Quotes of the Day. Then Bette meets Kelly, head of Manhattan's hottest PR and events planning firm, and suddenly she has a brand-new job where the primary requirement is to see and be seen. The work at Kelly & Company takes Bette inside the VIP rooms of the city's most exclusive nightclubs, to parties crowded with celebrities and socialites. Soon she's dating an infamous playboy who's great for her career but bad for her sanity - and scaring off the one decent guy she meets. As her coworkers repeatedly point out, how can you complain about a job that pays you to party? Bette has to agree - until she begins appearing in a vicious new gossip column. That's when Bette's life on paper takes on a whole new meaning - and she learns the line between her personal and professional lives is...invisible. Critic Reviews: "Deliciously entertaining." (Lifemagazine) "Packed with celebrity mentions and insider takes on exclusive Manhattan hot spots.... Weisberger's fans...are sure to enjoy the dishy details." (Booklist) "Ever dream about swapping your humdrum office gig for a thrilling new career? Then don't miss this spirited novel." (Marie Claire) Members Reviews: Wonderful novel and audiobook! This is one of my favorite books. It's funny, entertaining, and romantic. The reader did a great job and kept me interested. Entertaining A good book to pass the time. Narrator was great and the characters were interesting although the story line was average. Not the best While I enjoyed the performance, it wasn't my favourite as I found Bette spineless and wishy-washy. I got that she was caught in between, but about half way through, her whole "I'm sorry, I have no choice, it's my job" routine was getting old. I felt compelled to yell "own your choices girl!" at my iPhone. To be fair, this feeling is undoubtedly exacerbated by the fact that this is my fourth consecutive Weisberger read, and this is a definite common trait with her heroines. Even so, I found Bette just a little bit worse than the others, so many aspects of her life were a farce. That aside, the performance was great and the story isn't bad, my main issue is just that I couldn't identify with the main character. Agonizing Performance Of the hundreds of books I've listened to, this is in my Top 3 worst performance - or maybe it's the editing. The pauses between thoughts, the gasps for breath, the lack of real inflection made me wonder why people say it's a good performance. The book could have been shortened by 25% (it's overly long) if the editing had reduced these crazy gaps and gasps. The story was average, by far the weakest of Lauren Weisberger's books. None is really stellar but they offer mindless relief from the more serious news of the day. The story would have gained strength if it were more listen-able. (Actually I'd have switched to print but didn't want to spend more money on a weak book.) Dont waste your money What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you? Nothing. It wasn't funny and it was agonizingly long. Would you ever listen to anything by Lauren Weisberger again? NO. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Summer-Girls-Audiobook/B00DI955MI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Summer Girls Subtitle: The Lowcountry Summer Trilogy, Book 1 Author: Mary Alice Monroe Narrator: Mary Alice Monroe Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 06-25-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 307 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Three sisters reunite on Sullivans Island off the coast of South Carolina after years of separation in this heartwarming first novel in a new trilogy from a beloved author. 80-year-old Marietta Muir is a dowager of Charleston society who has retired to her historic summer home on Sullivans Island. At the onset of summer, Marietta - "Mamaw" - seeks to gather her three granddaughters - Carson, Eudora, and Harper - with the intent to reunite them after years apart. Critic Reviews: "[Anyone who] enjoys such fine Southern voices as Pat Conroy will add the talented Monroe to their list of favorites." ( Booklist) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Alice Monroe) Tue, 25 Jun 2013 21:46:25 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Summer-Girls-Audiobook/B00DI955MI thebookvoice.com 11:42:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Summer Girls Subtitle: The Lowcountry Summer Trilogy, Book 1 Author: Mary Alice Monroe Narrator: Mary Alice Monroe Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 06-25-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 307 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Three sisters reunite on Sullivans Island off the coast of South Carolina after years of separation in this heartwarming first novel in a new trilogy from a beloved author. 80-year-old Marietta Muir is a dowager of Charleston society who has retired to her historic summer home on Sullivans Island. At the onset of summer, Marietta - "Mamaw" - seeks to gather her three granddaughters - Carson, Eudora, and Harper - with the intent to reunite them after years apart. Critic Reviews: "[Anyone who] enjoys such fine Southern voices as Pat Conroy will add the talented Monroe to their list of favorites." ( Booklist) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Summer Girls Subtitle: The Lowcountry Summer Trilogy, Book 1 Author: Mary Alice Monroe Narrator: Mary Alice Monroe Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 06-25-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 307 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Three sisters reunite on Sullivans Island off the coast of South Carolina after years of separation in this heartwarming first novel in a new trilogy from a beloved author. 80-year-old Marietta Muir is a dowager of Charleston society who has retired to her historic summer home on Sullivans Island. At the onset of summer, Marietta - "Mamaw" - seeks to gather her three granddaughters - Carson, Eudora, and Harper - with the intent to reunite them after years apart. Critic Reviews: "[Anyone who] enjoys such fine Southern voices as Pat Conroy will add the talented Monroe to their list of favorites." ( Booklist) Members Reviews: Good story but poor narration I loved the storyline and the characters but did not care for Mary Alice Monroe's performance. Her fake southern accent and her inconsistent pronunciation of "Mamaw" really took away from my listening enjoyment. Not thrilled This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? someone who needs a sleeping aide What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!) There wasn't really an ending, the story lines of characters were left open--almost forcing one to purchase Book 2 for completion. Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Mary Alice Monroe? Anyone - she is a good writer and should stick to writing. Reading was lack luster, comparable to psychology 101 in large college auditorium. Monotone. This past month I have listened to Catherine Tabor and Amy Rubinate either would have made this so much more enjoyable. What character would you cut from The Summer Girls? None, the women need to be expanded on and not so predictable. While listening not so much "Carson said" Dora said" etc... Any additional comments? Although wondering where the other sisters wonder, not sure I can listen to another book with same narrator. The summer girls I did not enjoy this story, it had promise yes, but, it somehow did not leave me satisfied, I kept wanting to hear more about the two other sisters , and the boy in the story, however the true message was about alchoholism, it's effects on families , and the plight of Dolphins. I think I was hoping for Southern charm, romance and life in the South. Ugh please tell the reader Southern pronounce Mamaw as Mam-maw not Ma-Ma. as someone who had a Mam-maw it is aggravating to hear. I liked it but I didn't love it This is my first listen with this author. While I think she is a good writer she didn't keep my attention and it seemed slow. I like all the characters. The setting is good. The narration is good. It just didn't grab my attention. I think I may have become tainted by so many fast action type books and chick lit usually moves fast. At the time I purchased this one I purchased The Beach House also....I am going to wait awhile to try it. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Ice-House-Audiobook/B077XZTN2T Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Ice House Author: Laura Lee Smith Narrator: Aaron Abano Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 12-19-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From a writer who's been praised for her "intelligence, heart, wit" (Richard Russo, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Empire Falls), The Ice House follows the beleaguered MacKinnons as they weather the possible loss of the family business, a serious medical diagnosis, and the slings and arrows of familial discord. Johnny MacKinnon might be on the verge of losing it all. The ice factory he married into, which he's run for decades, is facing devastating OSHA fines following a mysterious accident and may have to close. The only hope for Johnny's livelihood is that someone in the community saw something, but no one seems to be coming forward. He hasn't spoken to his son Corran back in Scotland since Corran's heroin addiction finally drove Johnny to the breaking point. And now, after a collapse on the factory floor, it appears Johnny may have a brain tumor. Johnny's been ordered to take it easy, but in some ways, he thinks, what's left to lose? This may be his last chance to bridge the gap with Corran - and to have any sort of relationship with the baby granddaughter he's never met. Witty and heartbreaking by turns, The Ice House is a vibrant portrait of multifaceted, exquisitely human characters that listeners will not soon forget. It firmly establishes Laura Lee Smith as a gifted voice in American fiction. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Laura Lee Smith) Tue, 19 Dec 2017 07:30:23 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Ice-House-Audiobook/B077XZTN2T thebookvoice.com 13:40:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Ice House Author: Laura Lee Smith Narrator: Aaron Abano Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 12-19-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From a writer who's been praised for her "intelligence, heart, wit" (Richard Russo, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Empire Falls), The Ice House follows the beleaguered MacKinnons as they weather the possible loss of the family business, a serious medical diagnosis, and the slings and arrows of familial discord. Johnny MacKinnon might be on the verge of losing it all. The ice factory he married into, which he's run for decades, is facing devastating OSHA fines following a mysterious accident and may have to close. The only hope for Johnny's livelihood is that someone in the community saw something, but no one seems to be coming forward. He hasn't spoken to his son Corran back in Scotland since Corran's heroin addiction finally drove Johnny to the breaking point. And now, after a collapse on the factory floor, it appears Johnny may have a brain tumor. Johnny's been ordered to take it easy, but in some ways, he thinks, what's left to lose? This may be his last chance to bridge the gap with Corran - and to have any sort of relationship with the baby granddaughter he's never met. Witty and heartbreaking by turns, The Ice House is a vibrant portrait of multifaceted, exquisitely human characters that listeners will not soon forget. It firmly establishes Laura Lee Smith as a gifted voice in American fiction. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Ice House Author: Laura Lee Smith Narrator: Aaron Abano Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 12-19-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From a writer who's been praised for her "intelligence, heart, wit" (Richard Russo, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Empire Falls), The Ice House follows the beleaguered MacKinnons as they weather the possible loss of the family business, a serious medical diagnosis, and the slings and arrows of familial discord. Johnny MacKinnon might be on the verge of losing it all. The ice factory he married into, which he's run for decades, is facing devastating OSHA fines following a mysterious accident and may have to close. The only hope for Johnny's livelihood is that someone in the community saw something, but no one seems to be coming forward. He hasn't spoken to his son Corran back in Scotland since Corran's heroin addiction finally drove Johnny to the breaking point. And now, after a collapse on the factory floor, it appears Johnny may have a brain tumor. Johnny's been ordered to take it easy, but in some ways, he thinks, what's left to lose? This may be his last chance to bridge the gap with Corran - and to have any sort of relationship with the baby granddaughter he's never met. Witty and heartbreaking by turns, The Ice House is a vibrant portrait of multifaceted, exquisitely human characters that listeners will not soon forget. It firmly establishes Laura Lee Smith as a gifted voice in American fiction. Members Reviews: Disappointing I had enjoyed this author's first book, "West of Palm", so I purchased this pretty much without reading reviews. Maybe it's a case of sophomore slump, but this one is not as engaging as her first book. I thought the pacing was slow, most of the characters were abrasive, and the ending was anti-climatic. I also felt that the narrator was wrong for this story. He tried to use a Scottish accent, but something in his reading just didn't work for me. This was a disappointment. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Sputnik-Sweetheart-Audiobook/B00FRLY0BW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sputnik Sweetheart Author: Haruki Murakami Narrator: Adam Sims Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 10-15-13 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 185 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Haruki Murakami, the internationally best-selling author of Norwegian Wood and The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle, plunges us into an urbane Japan of jazz bars, coffee shops, Jack Kerouac, and the Beatles to tell this story of a tangled triangle of uniquely unrequited loves. >A college student, identified only as "K" falls in love with his classmate, Sumire. But devotion to an untidy writerly life precludes her from any personal commitments until she meets Miu, an older and much more sophisticated businesswoman. A love story combined with a detective story, Sputnik Sweetheart ultimately lingers in the mind as a profound meditation on human longing. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Haruki Murakami) Tue, 15 Oct 2013 17:33:49 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Sputnik-Sweetheart-Audiobook/B00FRLY0BW thebookvoice.com 07:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sputnik Sweetheart Author: Haruki Murakami Narrator: Adam Sims Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 10-15-13 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 185 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Haruki Murakami, the internationally best-selling author of Norwegian Wood and The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle, plunges us into an urbane Japan of jazz bars, coffee shops, Jack Kerouac, and the Beatles to tell this story of a tangled triangle of uniquely unrequited loves. >A college student, identified only as "K" falls in love with his classmate, Sumire. But devotion to an untidy writerly life precludes her from any personal commitments until she meets Miu, an older and much more sophisticated businesswoman. A love story combined with a detective story, Sputnik Sweetheart ultimately lingers in the mind as a profound meditation on human longing. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sputnik Sweetheart Author: Haruki Murakami Narrator: Adam Sims Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 10-15-13 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 185 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Haruki Murakami, the internationally best-selling author of Norwegian Wood and The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle, plunges us into an urbane Japan of jazz bars, coffee shops, Jack Kerouac, and the Beatles to tell this story of a tangled triangle of uniquely unrequited loves. >A college student, identified only as "K" falls in love with his classmate, Sumire. But devotion to an untidy writerly life precludes her from any personal commitments until she meets Miu, an older and much more sophisticated businesswoman. A love story combined with a detective story, Sputnik Sweetheart ultimately lingers in the mind as a profound meditation on human longing. Members Reviews: Satellites of Love A disappearing woman. Classical music. Cats. Dreams. Yup, I just finished another Murakami novel. I'm going to sleep and dream on this one tonight and write the review tomorrow. No really. I fully intend to write a real review, I'm just uncertain how I feel. Half of me wants to write a review, but the other half just wants to look longingly out the window, go to the beach, or sit in a restaurant and eat some nice Greek food. That should pass after a good night's sleep and I should be able to decide where Sputnik Sweetheart belongs in my catalog of Murakami. Until then, I will go outside check out the stars and look for lonely satellites of love. Lonely? This is a delicious book, wonderfully read and performed. Why do we think and feel we are lonely? If you ever wonder, read or listen. You won't regret it. Existential Angst... as usual, but not as good as Norwegian Wood. Senseless lulls (life is monotonous--we get it) and sometimes he tells rather than shows, an amateur error. That said, it's still pretty good Any Other Author Haruki Murakami is one of my favorite authors and I jumped for excitement when Audible had new titles from his extensive catalog. "Sputnik Sweetheart" is not as good as some of his other books like "Hard-boiled Wonderland" or "After the Quake", but it's definitely worth the read if you like this author. While reading this book, I started asking myself if I am bias to Murakami's work, just because I'm a super fan of his and almost obsessed at reading everything that he writes. If "Sputnik Sweetheart" was by any other author, would I still like this book as much as I do? Would I even bother at writing this review? Would I even give this book 3 stars because it seems like Haruki Murakami writes the same genre over and over, about an love affair with some abstract symbolism. I'm a reader that doesn't really like to follow a particular author. I read whatever that interest me at the time with a wide range of subjects. If I like a series, I will keep on getting those books or drop it because of having no interest. I'm not a fan of Grisham's or Nora Roberts' novels. I have a few of there popular books, but they are all one word writers, where they can't write more than they know. As for my thoughts on Murakami, each of his books are so different from each other that you don't know what to expect until you get deep into the story. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/More-Tales-of-the-City-Audiobook/B00B9EL082 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: More Tales of the City Subtitle: Tales of the City, Book 2 Author: Armistead Maupin Narrator: Cynthia Nixon Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 03-26-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 257 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The tenants of 28 Barbary Lane have fled their cozy nest for adventures far afield. Mary Ann Singleton finds love at sea with a forgetful stranger, Mona Ramsey discovers her doppelgänger in a desert whorehouse, and Michael Tolliver bumps into his favorite gynecologist in a Mexican bar. Meanwhile, their venerable landlady takes the biggest journey of all - without ever leaving home. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Armistead Maupin) Tue, 26 Mar 2013 23:01:13 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/More-Tales-of-the-City-Audiobook/B00B9EL082 thebookvoice.com 08:23:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: More Tales of the City Subtitle: Tales of the City, Book 2 Author: Armistead Maupin Narrator: Cynthia Nixon Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 03-26-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 257 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The tenants of 28 Barbary Lane have fled their cozy nest for adventures far afield. Mary Ann Singleton finds love at sea with a forgetful stranger, Mona Ramsey discovers her doppelgänger in a desert whorehouse, and Michael Tolliver bumps into his favorite gynecologist in a Mexican bar. Meanwhile, their venerable landlady takes the biggest journey of all - without ever leaving home. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: More Tales of the City Subtitle: Tales of the City, Book 2 Author: Armistead Maupin Narrator: Cynthia Nixon Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 03-26-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 257 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The tenants of 28 Barbary Lane have fled their cozy nest for adventures far afield. Mary Ann Singleton finds love at sea with a forgetful stranger, Mona Ramsey discovers her doppelgänger in a desert whorehouse, and Michael Tolliver bumps into his favorite gynecologist in a Mexican bar. Meanwhile, their venerable landlady takes the biggest journey of all - without ever leaving home. Members Reviews: More Real City Life Captured by Maupin Maupin hits stride in his second book with Mary Ann, the archetypal young single woman, continuing to loosen up in San Francisco in the seventies with the help of the residents of the Barbary Lane including the gay but fretful Michael, the slightly lost Mona, the carnally hungry Brian, and the extremely well adjusted but mysterious Anna Madrigal. These characters, their lovers, and friends make for a most realistic, funny, and charming portrait of gay and straight life in the seventies in San Francisco. The overall plot involving a nice guy with serious enigmatic phobias is the least reason for enjoying these books. The real reason to enjoy these books is to see the various character's lives intersect in the most unexpected ways and for them to treat each other with all the respect, dignity, and kindness that nice people of any sort deserve. (which excludes the dastardly Beachamp Day) The narration by Cynthia Nixon is the best so far. (I've heard four of these books now.) Nixon's tender voice is an excellent match for the gentle souls of this series. She reads with the perfect blend of narration and acting skills. Rachel Maddow's (oh and that's... "sweet but all-too-short") preface hits just the right note for this ground-breaking series that, rightly, treats being gay as a perfectly normal preference given to some people at birth. If you are considering this, be sure to buy the first book "Tales of the City" first. The whole thing makes far more sense when experienced in order. Not recommended for the close-minded or prudish with lots of frank sexual discussion. more from the culture wars Armistead writes and his troop marches on through the tricky waters of the 70's Although written with humorous insight and wit, some of the pop culture references may be lost on less savvy younger readers Delightful! I like the depth of the characters and the exciting storyline. I love hearing about San Francisco. Doesn't Disappoint Superb performance and riveting to the end. The characters become your extended family, and you don't want to leave 28 Barbary Lane. Wonderful I love this book it's so moving so alive can't wait to listen to more https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Keep-Quiet-Audiobook/B00ISAFXE2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Keep Quiet Author: Lisa Scottoline Narrator: Ron Livingston Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 04-08-14 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1071 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: New York Times bestselling and Edgar Award winning author Lisa Scottoline is loved by millions of readers for her suspenseful novels about family and justice. Scottoline delivers once again with Keep Quiet, an emotionally gripping and complex story about one mans split-second decision to protect his son - and the devastating consequences that follow. Jake Buckmans relationship with his sixteen-year-old son Ryan is not an easy one, so at the urging of his loving wife, Pam, Jake goes alone to pick up Ryan at their suburban movie theater. On the way home, Ryan asks to drive on a deserted road, and Jake sees it as a chance to make a connection. However, what starts as a father-son bonding opportunity instantly turns into a nightmare. Tragedy strikes, and with Ryans entire future hanging in the balance, Jake is forced to make a split-second decision that plunges them both into a world of guilt and lies. Without ever meaning to, Jake and Ryan find themselves living under the crushing weight of their secret, which threatens to tear their family to shreds and ruin them all. Powerful and dramatic, Keep Quiet will have listeners and book clubs debating what it means to be a parent and how far you can, and should, go to protect those you love. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lisa Scottoline) Tue, 08 Apr 2014 13:31:58 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Keep-Quiet-Audiobook/B00ISAFXE2 thebookvoice.com 08:16:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Keep Quiet Author: Lisa Scottoline Narrator: Ron Livingston Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 04-08-14 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1071 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: New York Times bestselling and Edgar Award winning author Lisa Scottoline is loved by millions of readers for her suspenseful novels about family and justice. Scottoline delivers once again with Keep Quiet, an emotionally gripping and complex story about one mans split-second decision to protect his son - and the devastating consequences that follow. Jake Buckmans relationship with his sixteen-year-old son Ryan is not an easy one, so at the urging of his loving wife, Pam, Jake goes alone to pick up Ryan at their suburban movie theater. On the way home, Ryan asks to drive on a deserted road, and Jake sees it as a chance to make a connection. However, what starts as a father-son bonding opportunity instantly turns into a nightmare. Tragedy strikes, and with Ryans entire future hanging in the balance, Jake is forced to make a split-second decision that plunges them both into a world of guilt and lies. Without ever meaning to, Jake and Ryan find themselves living under the crushing weight of their secret, which threatens to tear their family to shreds and ruin them all. Powerful and dramatic, Keep Quiet will have listeners and book clubs debating what it means to be a parent and how far you can, and should, go to protect those you love. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Keep Quiet Author: Lisa Scottoline Narrator: Ron Livingston Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 04-08-14 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1071 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: New York Times bestselling and Edgar Award winning author Lisa Scottoline is loved by millions of readers for her suspenseful novels about family and justice. Scottoline delivers once again with Keep Quiet, an emotionally gripping and complex story about one mans split-second decision to protect his son - and the devastating consequences that follow. Jake Buckmans relationship with his sixteen-year-old son Ryan is not an easy one, so at the urging of his loving wife, Pam, Jake goes alone to pick up Ryan at their suburban movie theater. On the way home, Ryan asks to drive on a deserted road, and Jake sees it as a chance to make a connection. However, what starts as a father-son bonding opportunity instantly turns into a nightmare. Tragedy strikes, and with Ryans entire future hanging in the balance, Jake is forced to make a split-second decision that plunges them both into a world of guilt and lies. Without ever meaning to, Jake and Ryan find themselves living under the crushing weight of their secret, which threatens to tear their family to shreds and ruin them all. Powerful and dramatic, Keep Quiet will have listeners and book clubs debating what it means to be a parent and how far you can, and should, go to protect those you love. Members Reviews: Could've been so good. Could've. Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? Not unless she had nothing else to listen to. Would you ever listen to anything by Lisa Scottoline again? Yes - I've read other books by her, & really liked them - just not this one. Any additional comments? This book was very, very well-written, as are all of Scottoline's books, & I really, truly, absolutely wanted to love it. Instead, I hated the way it hung me up on tenterhooks from almost page one, without relief. Hour after hour, no reprieve in sight, one can become mentally & emotionally exhausted. I did something I just don't do, & loaded other books to listen to during the same time period, giving myself a break from this book at least every hour. I finished it only because that is what I do, unless a book is VERY poorly written. As to the characters, I hated the mother, unequivocally. She's a b***h to end all b***hes, & one of the most obdurate, implacable, self-righteous characters I've ever had the displeasure of reading. As well, there are multiple situations where she, as a judge (of all people), should have known about/been aware of dangers, issues, & topics, yet she was clueless, & thus the book's credibility was lost. A judge who is held in such high esteem by her peers would surely know SPOILER ALERT! that since she had motive for wanting to kill someone, & since she had been seen arguing w/that someone the night he was killed, that these actions just might make her a suspect. Instead, she continued to do things that made her look even more suspicious/guilty, & was flabbergasted that her actions might be thought dubious, or that anyone would think this of her. Give me a break. I mean, really?! A judge, who deals with the criminal justice system every day? Snort. I'm having a difficult time rating this story; like I said, it's extremely well-written, but it still left me feeling resentful towards the author; I wasted too much time & expended too much emotional energy on this. SPOILER ALERT!! The "tied up in a bow", bland, feeble, & vapid ending was just the last straw. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/House-of-Sand-and-Fog-Audiobook/B00354ZTIG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: House of Sand and Fog Author: Andre Dubus III Narrator: Andre Dubus III, Fontaine Dollas Dubus Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 12-25-03 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 718 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Drawn by their competing desires to the same small house in the California hills and doomed by their tragic inability to understand one another, the three converge in an explosive collision course. Combining unadorned realism with profound empathy, House of Sand and Fog marks the arrival of a major new voice in American fiction. Critic Reviews: "We've got all the ingredients for an old-fashioned tragedy. Brilliantly written, and presented with feeling, this is one of the saddest stories ever told." (AudioFile) "Dubus has created a novel that is nearly perfectly suited to the audio format....The reading by the author and his wife is sublime." (Publishers Weekly) "Dubus sets out the growing confrontation with chilly ingenuity and a remarkably observant compassion....[A] fine and prophetic novel." (Los Angeles Times) "Dubus writes gorgeous prose with a noirish edge." (Booklist) "An enthralling tragedy." (Kirkus) "Dubus...is clearly a talent to be reckoned with....House of Sand and Fog is a page-turner with a beating heart." (Boston Golobe) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Andre Dubus III) Thu, 25 Dec 2003 06:32:22 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/House-of-Sand-and-Fog-Audiobook/B00354ZTIG thebookvoice.com 13:53:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: House of Sand and Fog Author: Andre Dubus III Narrator: Andre Dubus III, Fontaine Dollas Dubus Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 12-25-03 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 718 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Drawn by their competing desires to the same small house in the California hills and doomed by their tragic inability to understand one another, the three converge in an explosive collision course. Combining unadorned realism with profound empathy, House of Sand and Fog marks the arrival of a major new voice in American fiction. Critic Reviews: "We've got all the ingredients for an old-fashioned tragedy. Brilliantly written, and presented with feeling, this is one of the saddest stories ever told." (AudioFile) "Dubus has created a novel that is nearly perfectly suited to the audio format....The reading by the author and his wife is sublime." (Publishers Weekly) "Dubus sets out the growing confrontation with chilly ingenuity and a remarkably observant compassion....[A] fine and prophetic novel." (Los Angeles Times) "Dubus writes gorgeous prose with a noirish edge." (Booklist) "An enthralling tragedy." (Kirkus) "Dubus...is clearly a talent to be reckoned with....House of Sand and Fog is a page-turner with a beating heart." (Boston Golobe) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: House of Sand and Fog Author: Andre Dubus III Narrator: Andre Dubus III, Fontaine Dollas Dubus Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 12-25-03 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 718 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Drawn by their competing desires to the same small house in the California hills and doomed by their tragic inability to understand one another, the three converge in an explosive collision course. Combining unadorned realism with profound empathy, House of Sand and Fog marks the arrival of a major new voice in American fiction. Critic Reviews: "We've got all the ingredients for an old-fashioned tragedy. Brilliantly written, and presented with feeling, this is one of the saddest stories ever told." (AudioFile) "Dubus has created a novel that is nearly perfectly suited to the audio format....The reading by the author and his wife is sublime." (Publishers Weekly) "Dubus sets out the growing confrontation with chilly ingenuity and a remarkably observant compassion....[A] fine and prophetic novel." (Los Angeles Times) "Dubus writes gorgeous prose with a noirish edge." (Booklist) "An enthralling tragedy." (Kirkus) "Dubus...is clearly a talent to be reckoned with....House of Sand and Fog is a page-turner with a beating heart." (Boston Golobe) Members Reviews: Astounding characterizations, and wonderfully read I found this audiobook absolutely riveting -- almost perfectly read, with the important twist of having separate male and female voices, given that the book is mostly a series of interior monologues from the various characters. Yes, you know they are all spiraling down to disaster, but the author has caught the internal voices of the characters very well, sometimes exquisitely. The Irani ex-colonel is particularly finely wrought, but I found the others well done also. The book is a meditation on the many different ways we organize our relationships with others, and how many different ways those relationships can fall apart. Father, mother, husband, wife, child, sibling, lover, immigrant, native, boss, subordinate, trainee, soldier in a strict military hierarchy -- Dubus manages to explore and say something interesting about all of these ties, with a bit of political and economic commentary that is subordinate to the more important themes. An amazing audiobook, one of the most satisfying I have listened to. My only criticism -- the brief interludes of music between sections are jarringly inappropriate. One caveat to this review: I have not seen the movie, so I came to the book without any movie-induced preconceptions. Tremendous! I believe the relatively low customer rating of this book is misleading. Just because the story is a TRAGEDY, doesn't make it any less of a wonderful literary effort. Just because a reader doesn't like the morality the characters, the story is nonetheless brilliant! I am a longtime Audible member. I have never been compelled to review a book before online. I feel that House of Sand and Fog is one of the best works I have had the pleasure to listen to. The back-and-forth voices of the male and female combatants work wonderfully. The reader is steered into the lives of two completely opposite characters to look through their eyes from conflicting points of view. Each adversary contributes to the deterioration of the problem that leads to a shocking crescendo. After listening to this book, I went to see the "critically acclaimed" movie. The film cannot hold a candle to the depth of this book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Justify-My-Thug-Audiobook/B004X7O0UW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Justify My Thug Subtitle: The Thug Series, Book 6 Author: Wahida Clark Narrator: Cary Hite, Honey Jones Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 04-26-11 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 175 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: This continuation of a best-selling, much loved series brings new drama and action. Old fans will devour this new installment and new fans will discover Wahida Clarks sexy, dangerous, and intriguing work for the first time. Justify My Thug continues the scintillating drama of Clarks best-selling Thug series. Following the action of Thug Lovin, the story rejoins the sagas favorite couple, Tasha and Trae, as they try to overcome their troubles and make their marriage work. Meanwhile, Jaz is facing drama of her own. In the torrid world of sex, drugs, and crime, Wahida Clark continues her definitive hip-hop soap opera that fans have come to love. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Wahida Clark) Tue, 26 Apr 2011 14:21:22 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Justify-My-Thug-Audiobook/B004X7O0UW thebookvoice.com 07:56:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Justify My Thug Subtitle: The Thug Series, Book 6 Author: Wahida Clark Narrator: Cary Hite, Honey Jones Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 04-26-11 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 175 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: This continuation of a best-selling, much loved series brings new drama and action. Old fans will devour this new installment and new fans will discover Wahida Clarks sexy, dangerous, and intriguing work for the first time. Justify My Thug continues the scintillating drama of Clarks best-selling Thug series. Following the action of Thug Lovin, the story rejoins the sagas favorite couple, Tasha and Trae, as they try to overcome their troubles and make their marriage work. Meanwhile, Jaz is facing drama of her own. In the torrid world of sex, drugs, and crime, Wahida Clark continues her definitive hip-hop soap opera that fans have come to love. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Justify My Thug Subtitle: The Thug Series, Book 6 Author: Wahida Clark Narrator: Cary Hite, Honey Jones Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 04-26-11 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 175 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: This continuation of a best-selling, much loved series brings new drama and action. Old fans will devour this new installment and new fans will discover Wahida Clarks sexy, dangerous, and intriguing work for the first time. Justify My Thug continues the scintillating drama of Clarks best-selling Thug series. Following the action of Thug Lovin, the story rejoins the sagas favorite couple, Tasha and Trae, as they try to overcome their troubles and make their marriage work. Meanwhile, Jaz is facing drama of her own. In the torrid world of sex, drugs, and crime, Wahida Clark continues her definitive hip-hop soap opera that fans have come to love. Members Reviews: confused! It was a story that kept your attention but stupid! the character's all sounded like hip hop artist....i kno i heard dmx in there! it was jus drama drama and more drama. I think I laughed more than any thing thats why my performance rating was so high...i figured it was a comedy lmao! but hey if u lookin for somethin outta this world funny and super wack then hey go 4 it! as much as the story line was jus wild and doesnt happen in hell or earth it was entertaining...shot...didnt pay much attention 2 the ppl on my train or bus while listening so I guess its worth it! Good book...a lot going on Would you consider the audio edition of Justify My Thug to be better than the print version? This was my second Wanda Clark book...and the first of this series. The book is good but I found myself rewinding to keep up with who was who. I would suggest reading the other books prior this one or you will be like I was rewinding and listening again to understand. Regardless, the book...series is pretty interesting with loads of drama. I do plan to purchase book 7 to finish the rest of the story. What did you like best about this story? Loads of drama *ridiculous*I cant believe the abuse glorifying What would have made Justify My Thug better? to show tasha being happy with the other guy. Why not show her opening up her business. What was most disappointing about Wahida Clarks story? Really this has set women especially black women back by decades.To have her stay with a abusive man. Then also its just sex. i should be just x rated. glorifying abortion like they deciding to play hop-scotch How did the narrator detract from the book? wrong people What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? sadness , anger , then i truly was disappointment Any additional comments? just ridiculous .. i am really sadden by this Awesome story and narration What made the experience of listening to Justify My Thug the most enjoyable? Now this narrator tells the story as it should be told and Honey Jones puts the icing on the cake. These two together are the bomb... Thank you for bringing these two back to continue the narrating of your book It stayed interesting the whole read. I understood the narration clearly. One extra/different male voice could help though. Its great! LOVE https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Kalahari-Typing-School-for-Men-Audiobook/B002UP1LQK Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Kalahari Typing School for Men Subtitle: More from the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency Author: Alexander McCall Smith Narrator: Lisette Lecat Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 11-21-03 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1031 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Precious Ramotswe's comfortable existence as the only detective in Botswana is suddenly rattled when the Satisfaction Guaranteed Detective Agency opens, and its brochure proclaims, "Don't take any chances! Entrust your enquiries to a MAN!" As if the development isn't enough, Mma Ramotswe has also taken on two difficult cases, one of which hits close to home. But with wisdom on her side, Mma Ramotswe figures to crack both cases and upstage her competition. Critic Reviews: "A dose of easy humor laces the pages, as McCall Smith throws in wry observations, effortlessly commenting on the vagaries his protagonist encounters as she negotiates Botswana bureaucracy. This is another graceful entry in a pleasingly modest and wise series." (Publishers Weekly) "Lisette Lecat, a native South African, offers a near perfect narration...Lecat handles male voices exceptionally well, and her version of Mma Ramotswe is the definitive voice of that remarkable woman." (AudioFile) "One of the most entrancing literary treats of many a year...A tapestry of extraordinary nuance and richness." (Wall Street Journal) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alexander McCall Smith) Fri, 21 Nov 2003 21:50:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Kalahari-Typing-School-for-Men-Audiobook/B002UP1LQK thebookvoice.com 07:03:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Kalahari Typing School for Men Subtitle: More from the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency Author: Alexander McCall Smith Narrator: Lisette Lecat Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 11-21-03 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1031 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Precious Ramotswe's comfortable existence as the only detective in Botswana is suddenly rattled when the Satisfaction Guaranteed Detective Agency opens, and its brochure proclaims, "Don't take any chances! Entrust your enquiries to a MAN!" As if the development isn't enough, Mma Ramotswe has also taken on two difficult cases, one of which hits close to home. But with wisdom on her side, Mma Ramotswe figures to crack both cases and upstage her competition. Critic Reviews: "A dose of easy humor laces the pages, as McCall Smith throws in wry observations, effortlessly commenting on the vagaries his protagonist encounters as she negotiates Botswana bureaucracy. This is another graceful entry in a pleasingly modest and wise series." (Publishers Weekly) "Lisette Lecat, a native South African, offers a near perfect narration...Lecat handles male voices exceptionally well, and her version of Mma Ramotswe is the definitive voice of that remarkable woman." (AudioFile) "One of the most entrancing literary treats of many a year...A tapestry of extraordinary nuance and richness." (Wall Street Journal) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Kalahari Typing School for Men Subtitle: More from the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency Author: Alexander McCall Smith Narrator: Lisette Lecat Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 11-21-03 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1031 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Precious Ramotswe's comfortable existence as the only detective in Botswana is suddenly rattled when the Satisfaction Guaranteed Detective Agency opens, and its brochure proclaims, "Don't take any chances! Entrust your enquiries to a MAN!" As if the development isn't enough, Mma Ramotswe has also taken on two difficult cases, one of which hits close to home. But with wisdom on her side, Mma Ramotswe figures to crack both cases and upstage her competition. Critic Reviews: "A dose of easy humor laces the pages, as McCall Smith throws in wry observations, effortlessly commenting on the vagaries his protagonist encounters as she negotiates Botswana bureaucracy. This is another graceful entry in a pleasingly modest and wise series." (Publishers Weekly) "Lisette Lecat, a native South African, offers a near perfect narration...Lecat handles male voices exceptionally well, and her version of Mma Ramotswe is the definitive voice of that remarkable woman." (AudioFile) "One of the most entrancing literary treats of many a year...A tapestry of extraordinary nuance and richness." (Wall Street Journal) Members Reviews: Audiobooks don't get any better than this The Alexander McCall Smith books are jewels, and Lisette Lecat, the reader, makes every facet sparkle. Pick one. Pick them all. They are gems. Another World As in each of the A.McCall books, this one, again, takes me to a place of peace/without boredom; learning and discovery/without condescension; and, excitement/without adrenaline. The Reader, Lizette, is not "good." She is brilliant. I would love to see her perform, for she must be a splendid actress onstage/film, as well as on recorded books. Give yourself a wonderful treat with all these Botswana books...careful though, might make you want to move there - soon. Great series, great narrator I usually only buy audible books that have 10 hours plus listening time (more for the money!) but bought The Kalahari Typing School for Gentlemen when I was sick with a cold and wanted to listen to something light (I had read the previous 4 books the old-fashioned way). But after listening to Ms. Lecat's narration, I've ordered the next in the series from Audible too. Both she and Mma Ramatswe rock! If you haven't listened to a No. 1 Detective Agency Series, i recommend it. Not exciting crime here --just human foibles investigated by a delightful cast led by the traditionally build Mma Ramatswe. I have never had much interest in visiting Africa but after reading this series (and seeing the HBO/BBC television mini series), I find myself wishing I could go to Botswana and walk the streets of Gabarone, visit the African mall, and drink bush tea on the porch of a nice, traditionally built Botswanan woman, though I doubt if any real person could measure up to Precious Ramatswe. No. 1 Ladies Det. Agency keeps you smiling Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? If you want a fun read without expectations of fast moving adventure and deep mystery, this book will keep you interested and smiling at the two ladies and their friends and the pictures the book conjures in your mind of the African bush country. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Speed-of-Dark-Audiobook/B002V18B1G Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Speed of Dark Author: Elizabeth Moon Narrator: Jay Snyder Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 12-09-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 568 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Lou Arrendale is a member of that lost generation, born at the wrong time to reap the awards of medical science. Part of a small group of high-functioning autistic adults, he has a steady job with a pharmaceutical company, a car, friends, and a passion for fencing. Aside from his annual visits to his counselor, he lives a low-key, independent life. He has learned to shake hands and make eye contact. He has taught himself to use "please" and "thank you" and other conventions of conversation because he knows it makes others comfortable. He does his best to be as normal as possible and not to draw attention to himself.But then his quiet life comes under attack. It starts with an experimental treatment that will reverse the effects of autism in adults. With this treatment Lou would think and act and be just like everyone else. But if he was suddenly free of autism, would he still be himself? Would he still love the same classical music - with its complications and resolutions? Would he still see the same colors and patterns in the world - shades and hues that others cannot see? Most importantly, would he still love Marjory, a woman who may never be able to reciprocate his feelings? Would it be easier for her to return the love of a "normal"? There are intense pressures coming from the world around him - including an angry supervisor who wants to cut costs by sacrificing the supports necessary to employ autistic workers. Perhaps even more disturbing are the barrage of questions within himself. For Lou... Critic Reviews: Nebula Award, Best Novel, 2003 biacuaduc@gmail.com (Elizabeth Moon) Tue, 09 Dec 2008 15:56:14 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Speed-of-Dark-Audiobook/B002V18B1G thebookvoice.com 14:37:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Speed of Dark Author: Elizabeth Moon Narrator: Jay Snyder Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 12-09-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 568 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Lou Arrendale is a member of that lost generation, born at the wrong time to reap the awards of medical science. Part of a small group of high-functioning autistic adults, he has a steady job with a pharmaceutical company, a car, friends, and a passion for fencing. Aside from his annual visits to his counselor, he lives a low-key, independent life. He has learned to shake hands and make eye contact. He has taught himself to use "please" and "thank you" and other conventions of conversation because he knows it makes others comfortable. He does his best to be as normal as possible and not to draw attention to himself.But then his quiet life comes under attack. It starts with an experimental treatment that will reverse the effects of autism in adults. With this treatment Lou would think and act and be just like everyone else. But if he was suddenly free of autism, would he still be himself? Would he still love the same classical music - with its complications and resolutions? Would he still see the same colors and patterns in the world - shades and hues that others cannot see? Most importantly, would he still love Marjory, a woman who may never be able to reciprocate his feelings? Would it be easier for her to return the love of a "normal"? There are intense pressures coming from the world around him - including an angry supervisor who wants to cut costs by sacrificing the supports necessary to employ autistic workers. Perhaps even more disturbing are the barrage of questions within himself. For Lou... Critic Reviews: Nebula Award, Best Novel, 2003 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Speed of Dark Author: Elizabeth Moon Narrator: Jay Snyder Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 12-09-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 568 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Lou Arrendale is a member of that lost generation, born at the wrong time to reap the awards of medical science. Part of a small group of high-functioning autistic adults, he has a steady job with a pharmaceutical company, a car, friends, and a passion for fencing. Aside from his annual visits to his counselor, he lives a low-key, independent life. He has learned to shake hands and make eye contact. He has taught himself to use "please" and "thank you" and other conventions of conversation because he knows it makes others comfortable. He does his best to be as normal as possible and not to draw attention to himself.But then his quiet life comes under attack. It starts with an experimental treatment that will reverse the effects of autism in adults. With this treatment Lou would think and act and be just like everyone else. But if he was suddenly free of autism, would he still be himself? Would he still love the same classical music - with its complications and resolutions? Would he still see the same colors and patterns in the world - shades and hues that others cannot see? Most importantly, would he still love Marjory, a woman who may never be able to reciprocate his feelings? Would it be easier for her to return the love of a "normal"? There are intense pressures coming from the world around him - including an angry supervisor who wants to cut costs by sacrificing the supports necessary to employ autistic workers. Perhaps even more disturbing are the barrage of questions within himself. For Lou... Critic Reviews: Nebula Award, Best Novel, 2003 Members Reviews: Totally Recommended! Lou Arrendale is a high functioning Autistic whose world is turned upside down with the news that there may be a possible cure for his condition. Set in the near future this is a deeply absorbing story that makes for a compulsive listening experience. A deserved Nebula award winning novel that would certainly appeal to fans of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT TIME. If you are not a Sci-Fi aficionado, relax. This is a deeply compassionate journey into the mind of a man trying to find his place in the world. Joins my all time top 10 Audio experiences. Unexpected Interest Lou is a high functioning autistic adult working for a pharmaceutical company. A new boss decides that the supportive work environment is too costly and presents a drug trial that could very well cure adult autism. But it is not without considerable risk because although tried on primates, it has not yet been tried on humans. The first half of the story introduces the reader to Lou and his world. The second half of the story centers on Lou's decision making process about whether or not to participate in the trial. I bought this book because of a series I have read by Elizabeth Moon, although this is a stand-alone novel. Although Moon doesn't describe how her futuristic setting got there, I don't feel that is important to the overall tone or plot of the novel. Moon portrays a high functioning world of adult autism in a very capable, compassionate manner. The style of writing keeps the reader inside the autistic world without bogging down. I found it to be an interesting literary device that many writers may not have considered in writing such a piece. There were times when I felt better editing could have enhanced the novel, but overall it was a great read and certainly much different than most sci-fi or mystery novels. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Shark-River-Audiobook/B004USQEDA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Shark River Author: Randy Wayne White Narrator: Ron McLarty Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 04-04-11 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 165 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Randy Wayne White is a journalist, veteran fishing guide, and author of several nonfiction collections. He also creates superb, best-selling suspense fiction. His novels have received the highest praise from Library Journal and Booklist, and from authors like Carl Hiassen, who says, "Randy Wayne White takes us places that no other Florida mystery writer could hope to find." Marine biologist Doc Ford is spending two easy weeks on luxurious Guava Key compiling data. But when two young women at the resort are attacked, Doc comes to their rescue. In an instant, he is pulled into an international plan of revenge that becomes more deadly with each passing hour. Now, Doc isnt counting fish--hes adding up his chances for survival. Shark Rivers eye-popping chases, eccentric characters, and taut suspense are all seasoned with a rich, dark humor that heightens the irony of Docs predicament. From its astonishing first sentence to the final punchline, this book is sure to grab every listener in its powerful grip. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Randy Wayne White) Mon, 04 Apr 2011 16:46:23 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Shark-River-Audiobook/B004USQEDA thebookvoice.com 10:07:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Shark River Author: Randy Wayne White Narrator: Ron McLarty Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 04-04-11 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 165 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Randy Wayne White is a journalist, veteran fishing guide, and author of several nonfiction collections. He also creates superb, best-selling suspense fiction. His novels have received the highest praise from Library Journal and Booklist, and from authors like Carl Hiassen, who says, "Randy Wayne White takes us places that no other Florida mystery writer could hope to find." Marine biologist Doc Ford is spending two easy weeks on luxurious Guava Key compiling data. But when two young women at the resort are attacked, Doc comes to their rescue. In an instant, he is pulled into an international plan of revenge that becomes more deadly with each passing hour. Now, Doc isnt counting fish--hes adding up his chances for survival. Shark Rivers eye-popping chases, eccentric characters, and taut suspense are all seasoned with a rich, dark humor that heightens the irony of Docs predicament. From its astonishing first sentence to the final punchline, this book is sure to grab every listener in its powerful grip. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Shark River Author: Randy Wayne White Narrator: Ron McLarty Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 04-04-11 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 165 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Randy Wayne White is a journalist, veteran fishing guide, and author of several nonfiction collections. He also creates superb, best-selling suspense fiction. His novels have received the highest praise from Library Journal and Booklist, and from authors like Carl Hiassen, who says, "Randy Wayne White takes us places that no other Florida mystery writer could hope to find." Marine biologist Doc Ford is spending two easy weeks on luxurious Guava Key compiling data. But when two young women at the resort are attacked, Doc comes to their rescue. In an instant, he is pulled into an international plan of revenge that becomes more deadly with each passing hour. Now, Doc isnt counting fish--hes adding up his chances for survival. Shark Rivers eye-popping chases, eccentric characters, and taut suspense are all seasoned with a rich, dark humor that heightens the irony of Docs predicament. From its astonishing first sentence to the final punchline, this book is sure to grab every listener in its powerful grip. Members Reviews: Good book Ron McLarty is a good story teller keeps the story interesting and moving a long Doc Ford revealed. This is an extremely entertaining story. It's the 6th or 7th in the series. It answers all questions pertaining to Doc Ford's cryptic past. This is a great book to read to get to know the series. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/On-the-Island-Audiobook/B007VRZ4II Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: On the Island Author: Tracey Garvis Graves Narrator: Heidi Baker Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 04-20-12 Publisher: Tracey Garvis Graves Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 873 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: When 30-year-old English teacher Anna Emerson is offered a job tutoring T.J. Callahan at his family's summer rental in the Maldives, she accepts without hesitation; a working vacation on a tropical island trumps the library any day. T.J. Callahan has no desire to leave town, not that anyone asked him. He's almost 17 and if having cancer wasn't bad enough, now he has to spend his first summer in remission with his family - and a stack of overdue assignments - instead of his friends. Anna and T.J. are en route to join T.J.'s family in the Maldives when the pilot of their seaplane suffers a fatal heart attack and crash-lands in the Indian Ocean. Adrift in shark-infested waters, their life jackets keep them afloat until they make it to the shore of an uninhabited island. Now Anna and T.J. just want to survive and they must work together to obtain water, food, fire, and shelter. Their basic needs might be met but as the days turn to weeks, and then months, the castaways encounter plenty of other obstacles, including violent tropical storms, the many dangers lurking in the sea, and the possibility that T.J.'s cancer could return. As T.J. celebrates yet another birthday on the island, Anna begins to wonder if the biggest challenge of all might be living with a boy who is gradually becoming a man. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tracey Garvis Graves) Fri, 20 Apr 2012 05:07:39 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/On-the-Island-Audiobook/B007VRZ4II thebookvoice.com 07:03:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: On the Island Author: Tracey Garvis Graves Narrator: Heidi Baker Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 04-20-12 Publisher: Tracey Garvis Graves Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 873 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: When 30-year-old English teacher Anna Emerson is offered a job tutoring T.J. Callahan at his family's summer rental in the Maldives, she accepts without hesitation; a working vacation on a tropical island trumps the library any day. T.J. Callahan has no desire to leave town, not that anyone asked him. He's almost 17 and if having cancer wasn't bad enough, now he has to spend his first summer in remission with his family - and a stack of overdue assignments - instead of his friends. Anna and T.J. are en route to join T.J.'s family in the Maldives when the pilot of their seaplane suffers a fatal heart attack and crash-lands in the Indian Ocean. Adrift in shark-infested waters, their life jackets keep them afloat until they make it to the shore of an uninhabited island. Now Anna and T.J. just want to survive and they must work together to obtain water, food, fire, and shelter. Their basic needs might be met but as the days turn to weeks, and then months, the castaways encounter plenty of other obstacles, including violent tropical storms, the many dangers lurking in the sea, and the possibility that T.J.'s cancer could return. As T.J. celebrates yet another birthday on the island, Anna begins to wonder if the biggest challenge of all might be living with a boy who is gradually becoming a man. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: On the Island Author: Tracey Garvis Graves Narrator: Heidi Baker Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 04-20-12 Publisher: Tracey Garvis Graves Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 873 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: When 30-year-old English teacher Anna Emerson is offered a job tutoring T.J. Callahan at his family's summer rental in the Maldives, she accepts without hesitation; a working vacation on a tropical island trumps the library any day. T.J. Callahan has no desire to leave town, not that anyone asked him. He's almost 17 and if having cancer wasn't bad enough, now he has to spend his first summer in remission with his family - and a stack of overdue assignments - instead of his friends. Anna and T.J. are en route to join T.J.'s family in the Maldives when the pilot of their seaplane suffers a fatal heart attack and crash-lands in the Indian Ocean. Adrift in shark-infested waters, their life jackets keep them afloat until they make it to the shore of an uninhabited island. Now Anna and T.J. just want to survive and they must work together to obtain water, food, fire, and shelter. Their basic needs might be met but as the days turn to weeks, and then months, the castaways encounter plenty of other obstacles, including violent tropical storms, the many dangers lurking in the sea, and the possibility that T.J.'s cancer could return. As T.J. celebrates yet another birthday on the island, Anna begins to wonder if the biggest challenge of all might be living with a boy who is gradually becoming a man. Members Reviews: Loved this book! I absolutely loved this book and the narrator. I listened to this book in 1 day, I was completely drawn in by the story. You will fall in love with the characters and find yourself rooting for them. The narrator was great, I listen to a lot of audio books and the narrator can really make or break a book. This narrator was perfect! Don't miss this one. . I have great difficulty reading due to vision loss. However, I read this book on my Kindle before I located it on Audible. It took me awhile, well worth the time as the story is so well written. The story has quite a hook from the beginnning. This author takes you into the experience so well. I can't imagine writing this story but I truly thank you Tracey for sharing this rich story with us. I was surprised it was just one download when it took me so long to read it. The narrator is very good. But her voice was not what I had imagined in my head. She did a great job with the story, my only critic is in differentiating the voices, there were times it was difficult for me to figure out who was talking. Please don't let anything stand between you and this lovely story. Lately so much seems to be geared toward a younger audience. This is a author for all of us. She knows how to write a story that is intelligent enough from teens to older adults can thoroughly enjoy. I did I am 59. Thank you so much. This is one of the memoriable ones. I hope we are able to read more from this author. Great Job! Thank you Audible. LOVED this book Would you listen to On the Island again? Why? no but I would read it again, great story!! What did you like best about this story? I fell in love with this story when I read it, so much so that I decided to listen to it when an audio book became available. There is something about having a story read to you that can make the it become more alive. I must say that I enjoyed reading it better than listening to it because of the narration. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Apple-Orchard-Audiobook/B00C7AFADI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Apple Orchard Author: Susan Wiggs Narrator: Christina Traister Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 04-30-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 576 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: "Sometimes you stumble across a treasure when youre looking for something else entirely." Number-one New York Times best-selling author Susan Wiggs brings listeners to the lush abundance of Sonoma County in a novel of sisters, friendship, and how memories are woven like a spell around us. Tess Delaney makes a living restoring stolen treasures to their rightful owners. People like Annelise Winther, who refuses to sell her long-gone mothers beloved necklace - despite Tesss advice. To Annelise, the jewels value is in its memories. But Tesss own history is filled with gaps: a father she never met, a mother who spent more time traveling than with her daughter. So Tess is shocked when she discovers the grandfather she never knew is in a coma. And that she has been named in his will to inherit half of Bella Vista, a 100-acre apple orchard in the magical Sonoma town called Archangel. The rest is willed to Isabel Johansen. A half-sister shes never heard of. Against the rich landscape of Bella Vista, Tess begins to discover a world filled with the simple pleasures of food and family, of the warm earth beneath her bare feet. A world where family comes first and the roots of history run deep. A place where falling in love is not only possible, but inevitable. And in a season filled with new experiences, Tess begins to see the truth in something Annelise once told her: If you dont believe memories are worth more than money, then perhaps youve not made the right kind of memories. From one of Americas most beloved writers, The Apple Orchard is a story of family ties - both old and new - and of the moments that connect our hearts. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Susan Wiggs) Tue, 30 Apr 2013 20:20:18 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Apple-Orchard-Audiobook/B00C7AFADI thebookvoice.com 12:03:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Apple Orchard Author: Susan Wiggs Narrator: Christina Traister Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 04-30-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 576 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: "Sometimes you stumble across a treasure when youre looking for something else entirely." Number-one New York Times best-selling author Susan Wiggs brings listeners to the lush abundance of Sonoma County in a novel of sisters, friendship, and how memories are woven like a spell around us. Tess Delaney makes a living restoring stolen treasures to their rightful owners. People like Annelise Winther, who refuses to sell her long-gone mothers beloved necklace - despite Tesss advice. To Annelise, the jewels value is in its memories. But Tesss own history is filled with gaps: a father she never met, a mother who spent more time traveling than with her daughter. So Tess is shocked when she discovers the grandfather she never knew is in a coma. And that she has been named in his will to inherit half of Bella Vista, a 100-acre apple orchard in the magical Sonoma town called Archangel. The rest is willed to Isabel Johansen. A half-sister shes never heard of. Against the rich landscape of Bella Vista, Tess begins to discover a world filled with the simple pleasures of food and family, of the warm earth beneath her bare feet. A world where family comes first and the roots of history run deep. A place where falling in love is not only possible, but inevitable. And in a season filled with new experiences, Tess begins to see the truth in something Annelise once told her: If you dont believe memories are worth more than money, then perhaps youve not made the right kind of memories. From one of Americas most beloved writers, The Apple Orchard is a story of family ties - both old and new - and of the moments that connect our hearts. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Apple Orchard Author: Susan Wiggs Narrator: Christina Traister Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 04-30-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 576 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: "Sometimes you stumble across a treasure when youre looking for something else entirely." Number-one New York Times best-selling author Susan Wiggs brings listeners to the lush abundance of Sonoma County in a novel of sisters, friendship, and how memories are woven like a spell around us. Tess Delaney makes a living restoring stolen treasures to their rightful owners. People like Annelise Winther, who refuses to sell her long-gone mothers beloved necklace - despite Tesss advice. To Annelise, the jewels value is in its memories. But Tesss own history is filled with gaps: a father she never met, a mother who spent more time traveling than with her daughter. So Tess is shocked when she discovers the grandfather she never knew is in a coma. And that she has been named in his will to inherit half of Bella Vista, a 100-acre apple orchard in the magical Sonoma town called Archangel. The rest is willed to Isabel Johansen. A half-sister shes never heard of. Against the rich landscape of Bella Vista, Tess begins to discover a world filled with the simple pleasures of food and family, of the warm earth beneath her bare feet. A world where family comes first and the roots of history run deep. A place where falling in love is not only possible, but inevitable. And in a season filled with new experiences, Tess begins to see the truth in something Annelise once told her: If you dont believe memories are worth more than money, then perhaps youve not made the right kind of memories. From one of Americas most beloved writers, The Apple Orchard is a story of family ties - both old and new - and of the moments that connect our hearts. Members Reviews: Cliche Storyline With One-Dimensional Characters The narrator was the only good part of this book. I'll sum up the story (spoiler alert): First Third of Story: "Woe is me. I'm a type A personality with no close friends or family. My work is everything because I have not met Mr. Right." Second Third of Story: "I met Mr. Right. There is not one damn thing wrong with him. He is generous, kind, loyal; he makes his own delicious wine and takes care of his oh-so-adorable kids (who overcome my normal distaste for kids) and of course he is instantly in love with me. He is gorgeous and charming and adopts dogs from the shelter. But woe is me. I can't let myself be vulnerable to such an amazing, perfect person. I was so scarred by growing up without a father that of course I never learned as a grown woman to have meaningful adult relationships. Oh - and I found out I have a sister who is also as perfect and as one-dimensional as the man I met." Final Third: Yay! I have a sister and a boyfriend and I've improved my relationship with my mother. I learned that I can love! I also happened upon $20 million and so I can live happily ever after. Whoopie!" The only interesting part of this book - which likely consisted of maybe 20 pages - was when the story flashed back to the Danish resistance to German occupation in World War II. The author also fails to even close some sub-plots, like what happened to the sister when she left for college, why she is so worried about the outside world and how Dominick tried to "save" her. Poorly written, flat and unrealistic storyline. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Time-Being-Audiobook/B00T56FOHY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Time Being Author: Antonia Honeywell Narrator: Melody Grove Format: Unabridged Length: 31 mins Language: English Release date: 02-12-15 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1609 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: At 11 Lalla should be enjoying her childhood in London. But this is not London as we know it. In a collapsed society, Lalla struggles to imagine her future. When a government announcement invites her to enjoy a new life in Regents Park, Lalla sees a glimmer of hope. But what is she willing to risk? The Time Being is the short-story prequel to The Ship by Antonia Honeywell, if you enjoyed this, youll love the full-length novel sequel. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Antonia Honeywell) Thu, 12 Feb 2015 21:24:23 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Time-Being-Audiobook/B00T56FOHY thebookvoice.com 00:31:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Time Being Author: Antonia Honeywell Narrator: Melody Grove Format: Unabridged Length: 31 mins Language: English Release date: 02-12-15 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1609 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: At 11 Lalla should be enjoying her childhood in London. But this is not London as we know it. In a collapsed society, Lalla struggles to imagine her future. When a government announcement invites her to enjoy a new life in Regents Park, Lalla sees a glimmer of hope. But what is she willing to risk? The Time Being is the short-story prequel to The Ship by Antonia Honeywell, if you enjoyed this, youll love the full-length novel sequel. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Time Being Author: Antonia Honeywell Narrator: Melody Grove Format: Unabridged Length: 31 mins Language: English Release date: 02-12-15 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1609 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: At 11 Lalla should be enjoying her childhood in London. But this is not London as we know it. In a collapsed society, Lalla struggles to imagine her future. When a government announcement invites her to enjoy a new life in Regents Park, Lalla sees a glimmer of hope. But what is she willing to risk? The Time Being is the short-story prequel to The Ship by Antonia Honeywell, if you enjoyed this, youll love the full-length novel sequel. Members Reviews: Short and Free This seemed to me to have the feel of a YA girl story. I did not hate it or love it. It did not encourage me to buy the full length novel. If you are interested it is free and it is short. I want more from this author! This story is interesting. How often is that actually true? The characters, the setting, the descriptions, all interesting. I was motivated to go find Honeywell's blog where, as I hoped, she said her (first) book will be released soon. I will absolutely be giving it a try. Good narration, meh story A short story free from Audible, consisting mainly of an 11-year-old girl in a dystopian London who decides she knows better than her parents and subsequently putting all of them in great danger. I loathed the girl, Lalla Im not a huge fan of children, and this is a great example of why: I want to go. No. But I want to go! No. But I want to go! No. Repeat ad infinitum. I once worked for CVS, with its bank of candy bars in front of the registers, and will always remember one father and very young daughter who came in. Daddy, I want a candy bar. No, honey. I want a candy bar. No. But I want one! I said no. Daddy, I want a candy bar! No. DADDY, I WANT A CANDY BAR! Fine. Which one? I wanted to punch him in the nose. So Im well aware that its the parents who are at fault in something like this the CVS dad caved, and the parents in the story didnt bother to tell Lalla what was obvious to a listener (The films arent real, youll be shot, well be shot, stop asking). But I still despised the girl. The story might be meaningful to someone who has read the book it prequels; for me it broke no new ground and provided no enjoyment to counter my irritation with the main character. The narration by Melody Grove was quite good I will keep an eye out for her in the future but otherwise Im glad this was free. And brief. An interesting little story. It was an interesting story, obviously a teaser to introduce you to the character and setting. It was free so I won't knock it, but it wasn't bad. A nice little story to peak your interest in the dystopian future for this little girl and the new world where no food grows, life depends on computer updates and the military is feared. I would possibly be interested in listening to the next story but am not chomping at the bit to see what happens next. Wow This was a great book I loved how the author really gave Lalla a great personality . I loved how the author put great action wording in the book that really made you visualize the scene. This is a greatly detailed book and really gets you wondering about what will happen next. I can't wait to see what happens in the next book . Also Meledy Grove I love your voice you really give the characters seem like they are alive and talking to me. This is a great book that I give 5 stars. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Legends-of-the-Fall-Audiobook/B00FX7WW4M Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Legends of the Fall Author: Jim Harrison Narrator: Mark Bramhall Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 10-16-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 196 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From one of America's most versatile and celebrated writers, Legends of the Fall is Jim Harrison's classic trilogy of epic novellas. The publication of this magnificent trilogy of short novels - Legends of the Fall, Revenge, and The Man Who Gave Up His Name - confirmed Jim Harrison's reputation as one of the finest American writers of his generation. These absorbing novellas explore the theme of revenge and the actions to which people resort when their lives or goals are threatened, adding up to an extraordinary vision of the twentieth-century man. Set in the Rocky Mountains, Legends of the Fall is the epic tale of three brothers and their lives of passion, madness, exploration, and danger at the beginning of World War I. In Revenge, love causes the course of a man's life to be savagely and irrevocably altered. And in The Man Who Gave Up His Name, a man named Nordstrom is unable to relinquish his consuming obsessions with women, dancing, and food. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jim Harrison) Wed, 16 Oct 2013 09:03:04 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Legends-of-the-Fall-Audiobook/B00FX7WW4M thebookvoice.com 08:23:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Legends of the Fall Author: Jim Harrison Narrator: Mark Bramhall Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 10-16-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 196 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From one of America's most versatile and celebrated writers, Legends of the Fall is Jim Harrison's classic trilogy of epic novellas. The publication of this magnificent trilogy of short novels - Legends of the Fall, Revenge, and The Man Who Gave Up His Name - confirmed Jim Harrison's reputation as one of the finest American writers of his generation. These absorbing novellas explore the theme of revenge and the actions to which people resort when their lives or goals are threatened, adding up to an extraordinary vision of the twentieth-century man. Set in the Rocky Mountains, Legends of the Fall is the epic tale of three brothers and their lives of passion, madness, exploration, and danger at the beginning of World War I. In Revenge, love causes the course of a man's life to be savagely and irrevocably altered. And in The Man Who Gave Up His Name, a man named Nordstrom is unable to relinquish his consuming obsessions with women, dancing, and food. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Legends of the Fall Author: Jim Harrison Narrator: Mark Bramhall Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 10-16-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 196 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From one of America's most versatile and celebrated writers, Legends of the Fall is Jim Harrison's classic trilogy of epic novellas. The publication of this magnificent trilogy of short novels - Legends of the Fall, Revenge, and The Man Who Gave Up His Name - confirmed Jim Harrison's reputation as one of the finest American writers of his generation. These absorbing novellas explore the theme of revenge and the actions to which people resort when their lives or goals are threatened, adding up to an extraordinary vision of the twentieth-century man. Set in the Rocky Mountains, Legends of the Fall is the epic tale of three brothers and their lives of passion, madness, exploration, and danger at the beginning of World War I. In Revenge, love causes the course of a man's life to be savagely and irrevocably altered. And in The Man Who Gave Up His Name, a man named Nordstrom is unable to relinquish his consuming obsessions with women, dancing, and food. Members Reviews: So much more then a movie could ever hope to capture This is a post midlife MASTERPIECE! 3 embraceable stories that will fill you with contemplation and rip at your soul. Few books have I ever read that I felt I would return to over and over for the rest of my life Cello music I chose this book because I have watched Legends of the Fall movie countless times, and because Mark Bramhall is one of my favorite narrators. Ranking the three novellas, I thought Legends was the best overall story, Revenge the one that affected me the deepest, and The Man Who Gave Up His Name the least relatable (making it 4 stars instead of 5). If you are already familiar with Legends and Revenge from their movies, know that the source stories told here are not straight repeats, but still wonderfully written. Revenge in particular provided strong characters in Cochran and Tibby. Strongly masculine tales, there is a common thread of midlife self-doubt and sense of loss that could become depressing if Harrisons writing was less masterful. If the stories had a soundtrack, it would be the beautiful but melancholy music of the cello expressing a soulful yearning that communicates to the reader. Bramhall's reading ensures the cello is pitch perfect. I loved the stories, admired the writing, and will likely look for more of Harrisons offerings. Read legends of the fall for legends of the fall The first story was okay, the second one was not great, but it was all worth it for the third novella that bears the name of the this trilogy, the legends of the fall. Not as good as I hoped. For me the dust story was the best. Then it was down hill from there. Other reviews say the opposite. But at the end of book, I felt nothing. Beautiful. Descriptive. Raw. Real. Would you consider the audio edition of Legends of the Fall to be better than the print version? Different. Not better. Each medium has its own beauty. What other book might you compare Legends of the Fall to and why? "A River Runs Through it". Masculine. Outdoors. Wilderness. Hunting & fishing in nature and love of being IN nature and how it's so closely related to our human survival. Jim Harrison's "True North" is another one that comes to mind. Other ones are "All the Pretty Horses" and "Lonesome Dove". Loved these books. Which scene was your favorite? When Tristan saw Decker again, they "lifted" each other. Guys bear hugs. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Keeping-Faith-Audiobook/B002V5CZBO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Keeping Faith Author: Jodi Picoult Narrator: Eliza Foss, Julia Gibson Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 07-11-07 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1004 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: New York Times best-selling author Jodi Picoult masterfully captures human relationships in her powerful novels. Critic Reviews: "Picoult gets better and better with each book...this is an entrancing novel. Highly recommended." (Library Journal) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jodi Picoult) Wed, 11 Jul 2007 00:24:08 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Keeping-Faith-Audiobook/B002V5CZBO thebookvoice.com 18:58:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Keeping Faith Author: Jodi Picoult Narrator: Eliza Foss, Julia Gibson Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 07-11-07 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1004 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: New York Times best-selling author Jodi Picoult masterfully captures human relationships in her powerful novels. Critic Reviews: "Picoult gets better and better with each book...this is an entrancing novel. Highly recommended." (Library Journal) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Keeping Faith Author: Jodi Picoult Narrator: Eliza Foss, Julia Gibson Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 07-11-07 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1004 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: New York Times best-selling author Jodi Picoult masterfully captures human relationships in her powerful novels. Critic Reviews: "Picoult gets better and better with each book...this is an entrancing novel. Highly recommended." (Library Journal) Members Reviews: Keeping Faith Wonderful story of a woman in a very difficult situation doing the best she can. Very colorful characters, especially the star of a successful anti-religious TV show, who is out to disprove her daughter's visions and gifts. Great narration and great ending. If you listen you'll be engrossed, regardless of your religious beliefs. First and foremost it's a story about a woman trying to keep her daughter. Enjoy!! Crazy storyline but enjoyable I am a big Jodi Picoult fan. I start every Picoult book with high expectations. During the first part of this book however, I was scratching my head. It was slow. I was determined to give the book a fair shake. And the slowness eventually gave way to Jodi's engaging writing style. There were three things that I felt weren't quite up to her usual standards: 1. ) the plot/story was a bit unrealistic for me (I am not religious). However, if you can suspend your personal beliefs the story is still well told. 2.) Typically, all of the characters in Jodi's books are very well developed, but I missed the full development and background for characters like the husband. He was pretty flat. And last of all 3.) if you listen to this book on an ipod, you will hear one of the narrators swallow and swish inbetween passages. This was like fingernails on the chalkboard to me, and even with my limited audio editing knowledge I recognized that those were items that could have been edited out of the recording. However, despite these three things, I enjoyed the book and would recommend it. I was sad when the book ended. And with that, I give the book a solid four stars. Good, but not my favorite Don't read or listen to "Change of Heart" before "Keeping Faith"!!! A few of the characters from "Keeping Faith" come up in the more recent "Change of Heart" and I was disappointed when I realized that I already knew how some of the book would end. Otherwise, it was your typical Jodi Picoult book. I like them all, but the more of them that I read, the more they start to sound the same. I didn't realize that they would ALL (so far) have courtroom drama, medical issues, and an unusual number have involved organ donation. I'll still keep reading them, though. just awful! Jodi Piccoult is has a formula for her newest books. This is yet another book about a mother traumatized by the possible loss of her child. Long boring uninteresting trial takes up half the audio. I had to fast forward to get through it. I loved her earlier stuff, so I was very disappointed. I personally disliked the narrator who over acted each part. I cannot recommend this book. Love Conquers All Mariah could give us all hope that we can be stronger than we think, wiser than might have been expected and more generous than is deserved. As the leading character in Keeping Faith, I found her to be interesting and learning more about her and her daughter Faith kept me listening. Religion has always been a bit of a mystery to me and listening to how miracles might be examined from a number of different perspectives was an interesting thought examination. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Mrs-Mike-Audiobook/B002V1ODEU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mrs. Mike Author: Benedict Freedman, Nancy Freedman Narrator: Kirsten Potter Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-09 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 456 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Recently arrived in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, after a long, hard journey from Boston, 16-year-old Katherine Mary O'Fallon never imagined that she could lose her heart so easily or so completely. Standing over six feet tall, with "eyes so blue you could swim in them", Mike Flannigan is a well respected sergeant in the Canadian Mounted Police and a man of great courage, kindness, and humor. Together, he and his beloved Kathy manage to live a good, honest life in this harsh, unforgiving land and to find strength in a love as beautiful and compelling as the wilderness around them. ©2002 Benedict and Nancy Freedman; (P)2009 Blackstone Audio, Inc. Critic Reviews: "Only once in a long while does the lover of books come across a novel like this one. Mrs. Mike is an unforgettable story." (Boston Herald) "It is the personality of Sgt. Mike blowing through this account like a clear breeze that gives it a refreshing quality. Everyone's dream of a cop, he was also a romantic and understanding husband, the fondest of fathers, a man of honor and humor." (The New York Times) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Benedict Freedman) Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:60:26 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Mrs-Mike-Audiobook/B002V1ODEU thebookvoice.com 11:33:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mrs. Mike Author: Benedict Freedman, Nancy Freedman Narrator: Kirsten Potter Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-09 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 456 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Recently arrived in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, after a long, hard journey from Boston, 16-year-old Katherine Mary O'Fallon never imagined that she could lose her heart so easily or so completely. Standing over six feet tall, with "eyes so blue you could swim in them", Mike Flannigan is a well respected sergeant in the Canadian Mounted Police and a man of great courage, kindness, and humor. Together, he and his beloved Kathy manage to live a good, honest life in this harsh, unforgiving land and to find strength in a love as beautiful and compelling as the wilderness around them. ©2002 Benedict and Nancy Freedman; (P)2009 Blackstone Audio, Inc. Critic Reviews: "Only once in a long while does the lover of books come across a novel like this one. Mrs. Mike is an unforgettable story." (Boston Herald) "It is the personality of Sgt. Mike blowing through this account like a clear breeze that gives it a refreshing quality. Everyone's dream of a cop, he was also a romantic and understanding husband, the fondest of fathers, a man of honor and humor." (The New York Times) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mrs. Mike Author: Benedict Freedman, Nancy Freedman Narrator: Kirsten Potter Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-09 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 456 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Recently arrived in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, after a long, hard journey from Boston, 16-year-old Katherine Mary O'Fallon never imagined that she could lose her heart so easily or so completely. Standing over six feet tall, with "eyes so blue you could swim in them", Mike Flannigan is a well respected sergeant in the Canadian Mounted Police and a man of great courage, kindness, and humor. Together, he and his beloved Kathy manage to live a good, honest life in this harsh, unforgiving land and to find strength in a love as beautiful and compelling as the wilderness around them. ©2002 Benedict and Nancy Freedman; (P)2009 Blackstone Audio, Inc. Critic Reviews: "Only once in a long while does the lover of books come across a novel like this one. Mrs. Mike is an unforgettable story." (Boston Herald) "It is the personality of Sgt. Mike blowing through this account like a clear breeze that gives it a refreshing quality. Everyone's dream of a cop, he was also a romantic and understanding husband, the fondest of fathers, a man of honor and humor." (The New York Times) Members Reviews: How could I have missed this all these years? This is a riveting book, a great one to listen to. The descriptions of the Canadian Northwest and living conditions are in great and realistic detail. Although it has some aspects of a novel for Young Adults, the complexities of the life and the ordeals faced by the main characters take it beyond that genre. Highly recommended. Mothers favorite book Mrs Mike is a refreshing story. My mother loved the book and allowed me to read it as a young teen. In todays busy times,I was thrilled to find it in audible. It is written in a simple way that lets you relax and imagine yourself living her life. You laugh and cry and persevere and when your done listening, you hug your family and feel blessed. Reread from highschool I love this book! I cry every time I read it or listen to it. I have read it in book form at least 15 times. It is real and touching and a glimpse of what life was like in the Canadian North at the turn of the century. It is well written and very enjoyable. Lovely version of an old favorite... I fell in love with this book decades ago. Listening to this audio version made me fall in love all over again. Riveting Story of Life and Love in the Wild This book impacts your life and helps to put all things into perspective. Somehow, what starts out as an almost sappy love story, turns into a fascinating account of the human condition. The Canadian North Woods in the early 1900s are a beautiful but brutal place to live, and this book does not spare you from either dimension. Eventually you understand that maybe love can conquer all, but not without changing you in the process. I first read Mrs. Mike as a young teenager, and the story was so compelling, I never forgot it. Reading it again forty years later the emotional impact remains the same. The narrator brings Katherine Mary O'Fallon (Mrs. Mike) to life, and I applaud her performance. So when you combine entertainment, literary refinery, and meaningful substance into a single story, than it earns 15 stars on my scale. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Beside-Myself-Audiobook/B01941H2WE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Beside Myself Author: Ann Morgan Narrator: Lisa Coleman Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 01-14-16 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1053 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Find an exclusive Q&A session with the author at the end of this audiobook. Six-year-old Helen and Ellie are identical twins, but Helen is smarter, more popular, and their mother's favorite. Ellie, on the other hand, requires special instruction at school, is friendless, and is punished at every turn. Until they decide to swap places - just for fun, and just for one day - and Ellie refuses to switch back. Everything of Helen's, from her toys to her friends to her identity, now belongs to her sister. With those around her oblivious to her plight, the girl who used to be Helen loses her sense of self and withdraws into a spiral of behavioral problems, delinquency, and mental illness. In time, she's not even sure of her memory of the switch. Twenty-five years later, she receives a call that threatens to pull her back into her sister's dangerous orbit. Will she take this chance to face her past? biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ann Morgan) Thu, 14 Jan 2016 22:60:49 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Beside-Myself-Audiobook/B01941H2WE thebookvoice.com 13:02:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Beside Myself Author: Ann Morgan Narrator: Lisa Coleman Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 01-14-16 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1053 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Find an exclusive Q&A session with the author at the end of this audiobook. Six-year-old Helen and Ellie are identical twins, but Helen is smarter, more popular, and their mother's favorite. Ellie, on the other hand, requires special instruction at school, is friendless, and is punished at every turn. Until they decide to swap places - just for fun, and just for one day - and Ellie refuses to switch back. Everything of Helen's, from her toys to her friends to her identity, now belongs to her sister. With those around her oblivious to her plight, the girl who used to be Helen loses her sense of self and withdraws into a spiral of behavioral problems, delinquency, and mental illness. In time, she's not even sure of her memory of the switch. Twenty-five years later, she receives a call that threatens to pull her back into her sister's dangerous orbit. Will she take this chance to face her past? Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Beside Myself Author: Ann Morgan Narrator: Lisa Coleman Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 01-14-16 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1053 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Find an exclusive Q&A session with the author at the end of this audiobook. Six-year-old Helen and Ellie are identical twins, but Helen is smarter, more popular, and their mother's favorite. Ellie, on the other hand, requires special instruction at school, is friendless, and is punished at every turn. Until they decide to swap places - just for fun, and just for one day - and Ellie refuses to switch back. Everything of Helen's, from her toys to her friends to her identity, now belongs to her sister. With those around her oblivious to her plight, the girl who used to be Helen loses her sense of self and withdraws into a spiral of behavioral problems, delinquency, and mental illness. In time, she's not even sure of her memory of the switch. Twenty-five years later, she receives a call that threatens to pull her back into her sister's dangerous orbit. Will she take this chance to face her past? Members Reviews: A brilliantly written but painful story. This story is hard for me to rate. On the one hand, I LOVED the author's brilliant writing and psychological insight. On the other hand, it was a painful listen. For 12+ hours, I listened to the main character endure one psychological blow after another. I almost gave up on this one, because my empathy for the character made it a torturous listen! If I were rating the writing, I'd give it 5 stars for sure. In the end, I deducted one star because...frankly...I'm relieved to be finished with this one! Excellent and unusual story of twins Any additional comments? This book takes an in-depth look at twins in an identity crisis. I've known identical twins who swapped places to take exams in high school because each was better at one subject or other, but never considered what would happen if one refused to switch back. This is quite a gripping story, and avoids the twin cliches present in other suspense stories I've read. A true psychological thriller, full of madness and sadness and love. Dark story This is a sad story and pretty dark and upsetting at times, but is well written and worth a listen, but only if ur not easily upset. not a thriller or suspense no twists or turns, just a story about a troubled twin and her family. A little hard to follow at first, a little confusing. I would categorize this as a dark drama. Interesting story but not what I thought and I'm rather confused about all the other reviews. a creepy, twisted psychological thriller Any additional comments? I chose to listen to Beside Myself and loved the narrator Lisa Coleman. She did a fantastic job with character voices and it was not an easy task. I was able to identify who was speaking from young Ellie (Helen) to adult Ellie (Helen) and the many different personalities. She even captured Ellie and Helens cruel mother in all her venomous glory. I will warn you, none of the characters are likeable or even reliable. Ellie and Helen have an awful mother and I had evil thoughts about her. Morgan puts forth a scenario that is freaking scary and shares the consequences. The stories told through Ellies perspective who is the real Helen. Morgan uses you rather than I when Ellie (Helen) relays the story and I found it clever. Her childhood is dark, and there are quite a few triggers for those who are sensitive. View Spoiler She grows up in the shadow of Helen the real Ellie and is cast into the role of underachiever, troublemaker and second best. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Cold-Six-Thousand-Audiobook/B002VAEMJ2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Cold Six Thousand Author: James Ellroy Narrator: Craig Wasson Format: Unabridged Length: 23 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 05-22-01 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 271 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Wayne Tedrow Jr., a young Vegas cop, arrives with a loathsome job to do. He's got $6,000 in cash and no idea that he is about to plunge into the cover-up conspiracy already brewing around Kennedy's assassination, no idea that this will mark the beginning of a hellish five-year ride through the private underbelly of public policy. Ellroy's furiously paced narrative tracks Tedrow's ride: Dallas back to Vegas, with the Mob and Howard Hughes, south with the Klan and J. Edgar Hoover, shipping out to Vietnam and returning home, the bearer of white powder, plotting new death as 1968 approaches... Tedrow stands witness - as the icons of an iconic era mingle with cops, killers, hoods, and provocateurs. His story is ground zero in Ellroy's stunning vision: historical confluence as American Nightmare. biacuaduc@gmail.com (James Ellroy) Tue, 22 May 2001 01:11:11 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Cold-Six-Thousand-Audiobook/B002VAEMJ2 thebookvoice.com 23:10:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Cold Six Thousand Author: James Ellroy Narrator: Craig Wasson Format: Unabridged Length: 23 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 05-22-01 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 271 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Wayne Tedrow Jr., a young Vegas cop, arrives with a loathsome job to do. He's got $6,000 in cash and no idea that he is about to plunge into the cover-up conspiracy already brewing around Kennedy's assassination, no idea that this will mark the beginning of a hellish five-year ride through the private underbelly of public policy. Ellroy's furiously paced narrative tracks Tedrow's ride: Dallas back to Vegas, with the Mob and Howard Hughes, south with the Klan and J. Edgar Hoover, shipping out to Vietnam and returning home, the bearer of white powder, plotting new death as 1968 approaches... Tedrow stands witness - as the icons of an iconic era mingle with cops, killers, hoods, and provocateurs. His story is ground zero in Ellroy's stunning vision: historical confluence as American Nightmare. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Cold Six Thousand Author: James Ellroy Narrator: Craig Wasson Format: Unabridged Length: 23 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 05-22-01 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 271 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Wayne Tedrow Jr., a young Vegas cop, arrives with a loathsome job to do. He's got $6,000 in cash and no idea that he is about to plunge into the cover-up conspiracy already brewing around Kennedy's assassination, no idea that this will mark the beginning of a hellish five-year ride through the private underbelly of public policy. Ellroy's furiously paced narrative tracks Tedrow's ride: Dallas back to Vegas, with the Mob and Howard Hughes, south with the Klan and J. Edgar Hoover, shipping out to Vietnam and returning home, the bearer of white powder, plotting new death as 1968 approaches... Tedrow stands witness - as the icons of an iconic era mingle with cops, killers, hoods, and provocateurs. His story is ground zero in Ellroy's stunning vision: historical confluence as American Nightmare. Members Reviews: Plausible history You should not listen to this book if you are looking for entertainment and diversion. "The Cold Six Thousand" deals with greed, corruption, perversion, cruelty, and violence. However, if you have any interest in what was really going on in the 1960's -- how the J.F.K. assassination, the M.L.K. assassination, the Bobby Kennedy assassination, heroin, the Vietnam war, the Mafia, Las Vegas, and Cuba all related to one another -- then I highly recommend this book to you. Yes, James Ellroy definitely has his own unique style of writing -- kind of a cross between Hemmingway and Joyce -- with much profanity and slang, but "The Cold Six Thousand" vibrates with gritty reality, and sounds a whole lot more plausible than the Warren Commission report. I think college American history courses should assign this book as required reading. Two-Fisted Adaptation of an Awesome Novel I have previously read (& love!) "American Tabloid" and "The Cold Six Thousand." I knew I wanted to see what the audiobook had to offer & am glad I did! The reader really does a good job of characterizing the numerous figures in the book consistently & convincingly. He does J.Edgar Hoover & Dwight Holly particularly well. The book is a little overwhelming at first, with the angry writing style and mutitudes of characters, but eventually you get the hang of this "world" & everything fits together after the first hour or so. Too bad the first book in the series ("Tabloid") wasn't made into an audiobook! An Achievement That Won't Insult Your Intelligence At first I thought I wouldn't be able to listen to this because of Ellroy's sentence style. I counted something like 15 sentences in a row that began with the word WAYNE. At first the style seemed like a parody but later I realized how brilliant it was. The style captures the blunt and brutal character of the key individuals portrayed and of the roll bigotry and hatred played in 1960's USA. If you listen to this you must pay attention. Ellroy's unique style, the complexity of the story, and the fact that this author (refreshingly) doesn't insult his reader's intelligence all demand that you think as you listen. This is an amazing story told poetically. You might back up the audio to catch an important sentence you missed, (Ellroy claims there is not an unnecessary or wasted word in the book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Midnight-Falcon-Audiobook/B071XDZF1P Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Midnight Falcon Subtitle: Rigante, Book 2 Author: David Gemmell Narrator: Adjoa Andoh Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 11-23-17 Publisher: Orion Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: They called him Bane the Bastard - though none said it to his face. Born of treachery, his name a curse, he grew up among the warriors of the Rigante. They valued his skills in war, but they feared the violence in his heart. And when, as a Wolfshead and Outlaw, he left Rigante lands, they breathed sighs of relief. But Bane would return, the destiny of the Rigante in his hands, the fate of the world resting on his skills with a blade. Midnight Falcon continues the tale of the Rigante, which began in Sword in the Storm, and tells the epic story of Bane, the bastard son of Connavar the King, and his quest for vengeance in a world of blood, honour, betrayal and love. biacuaduc@gmail.com (David Gemmell) Thu, 23 Nov 2017 10:11:38 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Midnight-Falcon-Audiobook/B071XDZF1P thebookvoice.com 17:27:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Midnight Falcon Subtitle: Rigante, Book 2 Author: David Gemmell Narrator: Adjoa Andoh Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 11-23-17 Publisher: Orion Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: They called him Bane the Bastard - though none said it to his face. Born of treachery, his name a curse, he grew up among the warriors of the Rigante. They valued his skills in war, but they feared the violence in his heart. And when, as a Wolfshead and Outlaw, he left Rigante lands, they breathed sighs of relief. But Bane would return, the destiny of the Rigante in his hands, the fate of the world resting on his skills with a blade. Midnight Falcon continues the tale of the Rigante, which began in Sword in the Storm, and tells the epic story of Bane, the bastard son of Connavar the King, and his quest for vengeance in a world of blood, honour, betrayal and love. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Midnight Falcon Subtitle: Rigante, Book 2 Author: David Gemmell Narrator: Adjoa Andoh Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 11-23-17 Publisher: Orion Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: They called him Bane the Bastard - though none said it to his face. Born of treachery, his name a curse, he grew up among the warriors of the Rigante. They valued his skills in war, but they feared the violence in his heart. And when, as a Wolfshead and Outlaw, he left Rigante lands, they breathed sighs of relief. But Bane would return, the destiny of the Rigante in his hands, the fate of the world resting on his skills with a blade. Midnight Falcon continues the tale of the Rigante, which began in Sword in the Storm, and tells the epic story of Bane, the bastard son of Connavar the King, and his quest for vengeance in a world of blood, honour, betrayal and love. Members Reviews: wow at first it was slow but in the end I wish I would of took longer. it is by far one of the best performances i have heard just amazing bring back the guy read legend (v poor choice here da woman reada da booka lika dis .. ruined it great book though so worth listening through the narration As a duology, Sword in the Storm and Midnight Falcon are Gemmell's best work. Andoh does a passable job with the narration. You will want more Books like this are why I love fantasy. It was easy to become emotionally invested in. I will return to this masterpiece again and again. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/I-Heard-the-Owl-Call-My-Name-Audiobook/B007WU1ZMS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Heard the Owl Call My Name Author: Margaret Craven Narrator: Frank Muller Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 04-24-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 85 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The touching story of a young, mortally ill priest who spends his last days working among the Kwakiutl Indians of British Columbia. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Margaret Craven) Tue, 24 Apr 2012 18:14:42 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/I-Heard-the-Owl-Call-My-Name-Audiobook/B007WU1ZMS thebookvoice.com 03:34:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Heard the Owl Call My Name Author: Margaret Craven Narrator: Frank Muller Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 04-24-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 85 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The touching story of a young, mortally ill priest who spends his last days working among the Kwakiutl Indians of British Columbia. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Heard the Owl Call My Name Author: Margaret Craven Narrator: Frank Muller Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 04-24-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 85 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The touching story of a young, mortally ill priest who spends his last days working among the Kwakiutl Indians of British Columbia. Members Reviews: Uncanny insight... Diane Goodall I love this story. It has given me a desire to treat others with a grace and respect beyond my previous understanding. What the characters said was very engaging. The author also made me aware of the importance of what the individuals refrained from saying or doing. I thank the author for her inspired ability to teach while rendering an entertaining and beautifully written book. You will be better for having read it. This should be a classic! What made the experience of listening to I Heard the Owl Call My Name the most enjoyable? This is one of my favorite books. It should be a classic. This book takes the reader to a time and place that Few of us have seen or imagined. What did you like best about this story? This story gives a picture of a culture that is far Different from ours. It seems that time itself Slows and we get a glimpse of a different value System, traditions, and way of life. Have you listened to any of Frank Mullers other performances before? How does this one compare? I have not listened to his performance before this. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I did listen to it all in one sitting! Any additional comments? Highly recommended. It may be useful in A school curriculum. Fantastic listening experience It was great to see that a recommendation to Audible resulted in this story's addition to the Audible collection. This is a beautiful book which is, on the one hand, a meditation on faith and the clash of cultures, and on the other, a suspenseful and a painful testament to history whereby a First Nations people tries to hold on to the old ways in the face of the inevitable advancement of modern life and culture. I remember while driving home from a family vacation hanging on to every word as the story reached its conclusion. My hope being that we wouldn't reach our destination before the story ended. I highly recommend this book with its terrific narration. It draws you into the world and characters with compassion and simplicity. Wonderful journey Well written and narrated, this story transports you to another world and the spirit of its people. this book everything was great I will have to read it again sometime because he did great https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Second-Sister-Audiobook/B00UVSY80Y Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Second Sister Author: Marie Bostwick Narrator: Angela Brazil Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 03-31-15 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 202 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From New York Times best-selling author Marie Bostwick comes an emotionally rich, inspiring new novel about family, second chances, and the connections that bring women together in hope and healing. Years of long workdays and little sleep as a political campaigner are about to pay off now that Lucy Toomey's boss is entering the White House. But when her estranged older sister, Alice, unexpectedly dies, Lucy is drawn back to Nilson's Bay, her small, close-knit Wisconsin hometown. An accident in her teens left Alice mentally impaired, and she was content to stay in Nilson's Bay. Lucy, meanwhile, got out and never looked back. But now, to meet the terms of Alice's eccentric will, Lucy has taken up temporary residence in her sister's cottage - and begins to see the town, and Alice's life, anew. Alice's diverse group of friends appears to have little in common besides an interest in quilting. Yet deep affection for Alice united them, and soon Lucy, too, is brought into the fold as they share problems and stories. And as she finds warmth and support in this new circle, Lucy begins to understand this will be her sister's enduring gift: a chance to move beyond her difficult past and find what she has long been missing. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marie Bostwick) Tue, 31 Mar 2015 21:50:14 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Second-Sister-Audiobook/B00UVSY80Y thebookvoice.com 12:58:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Second Sister Author: Marie Bostwick Narrator: Angela Brazil Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 03-31-15 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 202 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From New York Times best-selling author Marie Bostwick comes an emotionally rich, inspiring new novel about family, second chances, and the connections that bring women together in hope and healing. Years of long workdays and little sleep as a political campaigner are about to pay off now that Lucy Toomey's boss is entering the White House. But when her estranged older sister, Alice, unexpectedly dies, Lucy is drawn back to Nilson's Bay, her small, close-knit Wisconsin hometown. An accident in her teens left Alice mentally impaired, and she was content to stay in Nilson's Bay. Lucy, meanwhile, got out and never looked back. But now, to meet the terms of Alice's eccentric will, Lucy has taken up temporary residence in her sister's cottage - and begins to see the town, and Alice's life, anew. Alice's diverse group of friends appears to have little in common besides an interest in quilting. Yet deep affection for Alice united them, and soon Lucy, too, is brought into the fold as they share problems and stories. And as she finds warmth and support in this new circle, Lucy begins to understand this will be her sister's enduring gift: a chance to move beyond her difficult past and find what she has long been missing. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Second Sister Author: Marie Bostwick Narrator: Angela Brazil Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 03-31-15 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 202 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From New York Times best-selling author Marie Bostwick comes an emotionally rich, inspiring new novel about family, second chances, and the connections that bring women together in hope and healing. Years of long workdays and little sleep as a political campaigner are about to pay off now that Lucy Toomey's boss is entering the White House. But when her estranged older sister, Alice, unexpectedly dies, Lucy is drawn back to Nilson's Bay, her small, close-knit Wisconsin hometown. An accident in her teens left Alice mentally impaired, and she was content to stay in Nilson's Bay. Lucy, meanwhile, got out and never looked back. But now, to meet the terms of Alice's eccentric will, Lucy has taken up temporary residence in her sister's cottage - and begins to see the town, and Alice's life, anew. Alice's diverse group of friends appears to have little in common besides an interest in quilting. Yet deep affection for Alice united them, and soon Lucy, too, is brought into the fold as they share problems and stories. And as she finds warmth and support in this new circle, Lucy begins to understand this will be her sister's enduring gift: a chance to move beyond her difficult past and find what she has long been missing. Members Reviews: Good Story, But ... The story is very good. I do hope it becomes a series as the characters were interesting and all have more life in them. My only complaint is the reader. I found her voice irritating and the way she emphasized every few words in a sentence was annoying and unnecessary. It got in the way of m enjoying the book as much as I would have with a better narrator. Honestly, I wish I'd read the book instead of listening to it. Ho-Hum I found it strange that the main character didn't seem very affected by her sister's death. Ok story overall, would be good to read around Christmas time. imagery and setting were well done. Not my favorite A nice story but a bit predictable. Seems like it is written for a young audience and the narrator who is supposed to be in her 30's talks like a teenager. A bit disappointing. so so story. ..annoying narration Story starts off with promise - if you can get past the narrator's emphasis on every single word. The story becomes overly burdened with what I imagine the author feels is the fabric of the narrative - but it weighs down the plot and keeps it from moving forward. As for the reading, it was frustrating in that every single word is read with equal weight. not worth 14 hours of your time... Can't bear to listen to this for one more minute! This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? Anyone who doesn't mind the way the narrator reads in a singsong, over emphasized, talking to a toddler tone of voice. Harsh, but I had to abandon this book for that reason. What could Marie Bostwick have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? I have loved Marie Bostwick's books and this one has been on my wish list for a long time. I thought the main character was not a likeable person. She said her mentally challenged sister was her priority, but she hadn't been home for Christmas for 8 years?! Her feelings and reactions to situations were shallow and superficial. How did the narrator detract from the book? I thought she would settle down once she got into the rhythm of the story, but she did not. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/American-Wife-Audiobook/B002UZMVVY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Wife Author: Curtis Sittenfeld Narrator: Kimberly Farr Format: Unabridged Length: 23 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 09-16-08 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 422 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A kind, bookish only child born in the 1940s, Alice learned the virtues of politeness early on from her stolid parents and small Wisconsin hometown. But a tragic accident when she was 17 shattered her identity and made her understand the fragility of life and the tenuousness of luck. So more than a decade later, when she met boisterous, charismatic Charlie Blackwell, she hardly gave him a second look: She was serious and thoughtful, and he would rather crack a joke than offer a real insight; he was the wealthy son of a bastion family of the Republican Party, and she was a school librarian and registered Democrat. Comfortable in her quiet and unassuming life, she felt inured to his charms. And then, much to her surprise, Alice fell for Charlie. As Alice learns to make her way amid the clannish energy and smug confidence of the Blackwell family, navigating the strange rituals of their country club and summer estate, she remains uneasy with her newfound good fortune. And when Charlie eventually becomes president, Alice is thrust into a position she did not seek, one of power and influence, privilege and responsibility. As Charlie's tumultuous and controversial second term in the White House wears on, Alice must face contradictions years in the making: How can she both love and fundamentally disagree with her husband? How complicit has she been in the trajectory of her own life? What should she do when her private beliefs run against her public persona? Critic Reviews: "What a remarkable (and brave) thing: a compassionate, illuminating, and beautifully rendered portrait of a fictional Republican first lady with a life and husband very much like our actual Republican first lady's. Curtis Sittenfeld has written a novel as impressive as it is improbable." (Kurt Andersen) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Curtis Sittenfeld) Tue, 16 Sep 2008 16:09:30 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/American-Wife-Audiobook/B002UZMVVY thebookvoice.com 23:28:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Wife Author: Curtis Sittenfeld Narrator: Kimberly Farr Format: Unabridged Length: 23 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 09-16-08 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 422 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A kind, bookish only child born in the 1940s, Alice learned the virtues of politeness early on from her stolid parents and small Wisconsin hometown. But a tragic accident when she was 17 shattered her identity and made her understand the fragility of life and the tenuousness of luck. So more than a decade later, when she met boisterous, charismatic Charlie Blackwell, she hardly gave him a second look: She was serious and thoughtful, and he would rather crack a joke than offer a real insight; he was the wealthy son of a bastion family of the Republican Party, and she was a school librarian and registered Democrat. Comfortable in her quiet and unassuming life, she felt inured to his charms. And then, much to her surprise, Alice fell for Charlie. As Alice learns to make her way amid the clannish energy and smug confidence of the Blackwell family, navigating the strange rituals of their country club and summer estate, she remains uneasy with her newfound good fortune. And when Charlie eventually becomes president, Alice is thrust into a position she did not seek, one of power and influence, privilege and responsibility. As Charlie's tumultuous and controversial second term in the White House wears on, Alice must face contradictions years in the making: How can she both love and fundamentally disagree with her husband? How complicit has she been in the trajectory of her own life? What should she do when her private beliefs run against her public persona? Critic Reviews: "What a remarkable (and brave) thing: a compassionate, illuminating, and beautifully rendered portrait of a fictional Republican first lady with a life and husband very much like our actual Republican first lady's. Curtis Sittenfeld has written a novel as impressive as it is improbable." (Kurt Andersen) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Wife Author: Curtis Sittenfeld Narrator: Kimberly Farr Format: Unabridged Length: 23 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 09-16-08 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 422 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A kind, bookish only child born in the 1940s, Alice learned the virtues of politeness early on from her stolid parents and small Wisconsin hometown. But a tragic accident when she was 17 shattered her identity and made her understand the fragility of life and the tenuousness of luck. So more than a decade later, when she met boisterous, charismatic Charlie Blackwell, she hardly gave him a second look: She was serious and thoughtful, and he would rather crack a joke than offer a real insight; he was the wealthy son of a bastion family of the Republican Party, and she was a school librarian and registered Democrat. Comfortable in her quiet and unassuming life, she felt inured to his charms. And then, much to her surprise, Alice fell for Charlie. As Alice learns to make her way amid the clannish energy and smug confidence of the Blackwell family, navigating the strange rituals of their country club and summer estate, she remains uneasy with her newfound good fortune. And when Charlie eventually becomes president, Alice is thrust into a position she did not seek, one of power and influence, privilege and responsibility. As Charlie's tumultuous and controversial second term in the White House wears on, Alice must face contradictions years in the making: How can she both love and fundamentally disagree with her husband? How complicit has she been in the trajectory of her own life? What should she do when her private beliefs run against her public persona? Critic Reviews: "What a remarkable (and brave) thing: a compassionate, illuminating, and beautifully rendered portrait of a fictional Republican first lady with a life and husband very much like our actual Republican first lady's. Curtis Sittenfeld has written a novel as impressive as it is improbable." (Kurt Andersen) Members Reviews: Story of a Marriage I was so surprised at how much I liked the little details in this relationship. I might normally skip ahead, but these details are what brought the characters to life for me. It doesn't matter if this book was based upon real people in our history or not. It was a fascinating book. A pleasant surprise Held my attention the entire way through. Drops off a bit toward the end but i can overlook that. Who cares if it's based on Laura Bush? It's a good story. STORY. As in fiction. I enjoyed it. Mesmerizing and Enchanting! Wow...what a book. The author weaves an intricate tapestry of characters, plots and history. Not politically offensive.....get the unabridged version...it's about 21 hours, but I found it hard to stop listening. Terrific writing. Worth the money/credit. I'm a new fan for sure! Interesting but Insulting I have read Sittenfeld's other books, Prep and The Man of My Dreams, and enjoyed both. I think she is a talented writer, so gave this book a chance. I think her storyline is fascinating but only because it is modeled after Laura Bush. I wish she used her imagination to write a fresh work of fiction... or she could just stick to the facts and write a true biography about someone. The last section of the book (the White House years) is incredibly disappointing, and I felt as though the author was just force-feeding me her anti-war, pro-choice views. I actually jumped ahead of a long rant about the War at one point. The best parts of the book were those that focused on the characters, their day-to-day lives, and their personal stories. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Timequake-Audiobook/B00VXW1LRK Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Timequake Author: Kurt Vonnegut Narrator: Arthur Bishop Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 04-28-15 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 79 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: According to Kurt Vonnegut's alter ego, the old science fiction writer Kilgore Trout, a global timequake will occur on February 13, 2001, at 2:27 p.m. It will be the moment when the universe suffers a crisis of conscience: Should it go on expanding indefinitely or collapse and make another great big BANG? For its own cosmic reasons, it decides to back up a decade to 1991, giving the world a 10-year case of deja vu, making everybody and everything do exactly what they'd done during the past decade - for good or ill - a second time. As a character in and a brilliant chronicler of this bizarre event, Kurt Vonnegut casts his wicked wit and his unique perspective on life as he's lived it and observed it for more than 70 years. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kurt Vonnegut) Tue, 28 Apr 2015 04:45:24 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Timequake-Audiobook/B00VXW1LRK thebookvoice.com 04:49:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Timequake Author: Kurt Vonnegut Narrator: Arthur Bishop Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 04-28-15 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 79 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: According to Kurt Vonnegut's alter ego, the old science fiction writer Kilgore Trout, a global timequake will occur on February 13, 2001, at 2:27 p.m. It will be the moment when the universe suffers a crisis of conscience: Should it go on expanding indefinitely or collapse and make another great big BANG? For its own cosmic reasons, it decides to back up a decade to 1991, giving the world a 10-year case of deja vu, making everybody and everything do exactly what they'd done during the past decade - for good or ill - a second time. As a character in and a brilliant chronicler of this bizarre event, Kurt Vonnegut casts his wicked wit and his unique perspective on life as he's lived it and observed it for more than 70 years. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Timequake Author: Kurt Vonnegut Narrator: Arthur Bishop Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 04-28-15 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 79 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: According to Kurt Vonnegut's alter ego, the old science fiction writer Kilgore Trout, a global timequake will occur on February 13, 2001, at 2:27 p.m. It will be the moment when the universe suffers a crisis of conscience: Should it go on expanding indefinitely or collapse and make another great big BANG? For its own cosmic reasons, it decides to back up a decade to 1991, giving the world a 10-year case of deja vu, making everybody and everything do exactly what they'd done during the past decade - for good or ill - a second time. As a character in and a brilliant chronicler of this bizarre event, Kurt Vonnegut casts his wicked wit and his unique perspective on life as he's lived it and observed it for more than 70 years. Members Reviews: Arias only make hopeless situations worse Timequake was one of the first books my wife ever gave me. I don't know why it took me so long to read. I WAS a huge fan of Vonnegut 20 years ago when we first got married and I loved my wife. Clearly, I at age 23 I wasn't a fan of Vonnegut enough or trusted my wife's taste in books enough. I think I was just fearful Vonnegut was just mailing a final novel in. This was one of the last things he published, and I think it was his last novel (I might check this and find out I was wrong, it happens). Anyway, I think all three of us were right. My wife was beautifully right in buying me Kurt Vonnegut. Kurt Vonnegut was right in writing it. I was right in waiting. I wasn't ready for this book. I'm now 20 years closer to death. I am now a father to two pimply teenagers who are sleeping tonight waiting for their parents to pretend still they are Santa and bring them goodies on Christmas morning. We are all pretending the best we can. We are all making the best of this short spin on Earth. I am now in a place where I can functionally GET the older Vonnegut better. I can get better his take on free will, money, morality, and art. Timequake isn't a great novel, but it has absolutely brilliant parts. I love its lines and sentences better than I liked the book. It has a fantastic message about extended family and friends and community that I absolutely adored. It has so many good lines (yes, I said that before, but now I'm going to pull back the curtain): "Only when free will kicked in again could they stop running obstacle courses of their own construction." "Let us be perfectly frank for a change. For practically everybody, the end of the world cant come soon enough." "I define a saint as a person who behaves decently in an indecent society." "...when things were really going well we should be sure to notice it." "Pictures are famous for their humanness, and not for their pictureness." * Fantastic * This book was SUCH a joy to listen to. The narrator did a great job of bringing Vonnegut's words come to life. Kurt Vonnegut is easily one of my all-time favorite authors. This book is a perfect example of his genius. The book expertly wavers between a work of fiction and an autobiography. I don't actually have much to say about this book aside from the fact that it was absolutely fantastic. It REALLY is a must-own for any fan of Vonnegut. Actually, even if you're not familiar with Vonnegut, it is still a must-own. Although I give this book an EASY five stars, I still enjoyed Breakfast of Champions, (another book by Vonnegut), just a tad more. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-House-Between-Tides-Audiobook/B01KIN42PC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The House Between Tides Subtitle: A Novel Author: Sarah Maine Narrator: Justine Eyre Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 08-17-16 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 38 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Following the deaths of her last living relatives, Hetty Deveraux returns to her ancestral home, a crumbling estate in Scotland's Outer Hebrides, with the intention of renovating and reselling it as a hotel. As she dives headfirst into the repairs, she discovers human remains beneath a rotting floorboard in the basement. Hungry for answers, Hetty sets out to unravel the estate's secret - and the secrets of its former inhabitants, including Beatrice Blake, a woman who moved there a century ago with her husband, Theo, a famous painter. Following whispered rumors and a handful of leads, Hetty soon discovers that no one knows exactly what happened to Beatrice, only that her actions have reverberated throughout history, affecting Hetty's present in startling ways. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sarah Maine) Wed, 17 Aug 2016 12:33:30 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-House-Between-Tides-Audiobook/B01KIN42PC thebookvoice.com 12:07:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The House Between Tides Subtitle: A Novel Author: Sarah Maine Narrator: Justine Eyre Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 08-17-16 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 38 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Following the deaths of her last living relatives, Hetty Deveraux returns to her ancestral home, a crumbling estate in Scotland's Outer Hebrides, with the intention of renovating and reselling it as a hotel. As she dives headfirst into the repairs, she discovers human remains beneath a rotting floorboard in the basement. Hungry for answers, Hetty sets out to unravel the estate's secret - and the secrets of its former inhabitants, including Beatrice Blake, a woman who moved there a century ago with her husband, Theo, a famous painter. Following whispered rumors and a handful of leads, Hetty soon discovers that no one knows exactly what happened to Beatrice, only that her actions have reverberated throughout history, affecting Hetty's present in startling ways. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The House Between Tides Subtitle: A Novel Author: Sarah Maine Narrator: Justine Eyre Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 08-17-16 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 38 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Following the deaths of her last living relatives, Hetty Deveraux returns to her ancestral home, a crumbling estate in Scotland's Outer Hebrides, with the intention of renovating and reselling it as a hotel. As she dives headfirst into the repairs, she discovers human remains beneath a rotting floorboard in the basement. Hungry for answers, Hetty sets out to unravel the estate's secret - and the secrets of its former inhabitants, including Beatrice Blake, a woman who moved there a century ago with her husband, Theo, a famous painter. Following whispered rumors and a handful of leads, Hetty soon discovers that no one knows exactly what happened to Beatrice, only that her actions have reverberated throughout history, affecting Hetty's present in startling ways. Members Reviews: Narrator's voice annoying. I had a difficult time listening to the narrators voice. That made it difficult to enjoy the story. Disappointing I never really connected with any of the characters. The accents used by the narrator made the dialogue difficult to understand at times. And, honestly, the "mystery" of the bones discovered at the beginning of the story is not much of a mystery. Love, Deceit and Mystery! If you could sum up The House Between Tides in three words, what would they be? Intrigue, love, heartbreak What was one of the most memorable moments of The House Between Tides? The ending was not only a surprise but heartbreaking! Which scene was your favorite? The blossoming of forbidden love. Who was the most memorable character of The House Between Tides and why? Beatrice's character was not only memorable but I could relate to her heartfelt emotions and pain. Any additional comments? The author did a great job of making the reader really experience Scotland both in the modern day and 1910. At several points I thought I had it all figured out and was very surprised by the ending. I would highly recommend this story. Lovely story willing to buy terrible and the ration! This is the worst near raider I have ever listen to fortunately the story was very good but even at that I still had to fight my way through her horrible dreadful voice! I will never buy anything that she narrates again The performer sounded like a computer In parts the performer sounded like it was computer generated. Truthfully it may not sound that way for some. It grated on my nerves. I abandoned listening a few chapters in. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Legacy-Audiobook/B0043O41FE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Legacy Author: Danielle Steel Narrator: Arthur Morey Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 09-28-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 198 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: This compelling, centuries-spanning novel brilliantly interweaves the lives of two women - a writer working in the heart of modern academia and a daring young Sioux Indian on an incredible journey in the 18th century. The result is an unforgettable story of courage in the face of the unknown. At the age of 38, Brigitte Nicholson has a job she likes, a man she loves, and a book on the womens suffrage movement that she will finish - someday. Someday is Brigittes watchword. Someday she and Ted, a rising star in the field of archaeology, will clarify their relationship. Someday she will have children. Someday she will stop playing it so safe.... As she struggles to regain her balance and plot a new course, Brigitte agrees to help her mother on a family genealogy project. In Salt Lake City at the Family History Library, she makes a stunning discovery - reaching back to the French aristocracy. How did Brigittes mysterious ancestor, Wachiwi, a Dakota Sioux, travel from the Great Plains to the French court of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette - and into the arms of a French marquis? How did she come to marry into Brigittes family? What is the truth behind the tantalizing clues in the fragmented, centuries-old records? Following the threads of Wachiwis life, Brigitte travels to South Dakota, then on to Paris, irresistibly drawn to this brave young woman who lived so long ago. And as she comes closer to solving the puzzle of Wachiwis journey, her previously safe, quiet life becomes an adventure of its own. A chance meeting with a writer of historical fiction, a new opportunity, and a difficult choice put Brigitte at last in the forefront of her own story. Critic Reviews: "[An] inspiring story about a frustrated woman who rediscovers her passion for life during a genealogical quest.... Steel splices in passages from Wachiwi's life--abduction by a Crow war party, traveling to France, surviving the French Revolution--to create a doubly absorbing romantic adventure." (Publishers Weekly) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Danielle Steel) Tue, 28 Sep 2010 19:34:30 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Legacy-Audiobook/B0043O41FE thebookvoice.com 09:41:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Legacy Author: Danielle Steel Narrator: Arthur Morey Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 09-28-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 198 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: This compelling, centuries-spanning novel brilliantly interweaves the lives of two women - a writer working in the heart of modern academia and a daring young Sioux Indian on an incredible journey in the 18th century. The result is an unforgettable story of courage in the face of the unknown. At the age of 38, Brigitte Nicholson has a job she likes, a man she loves, and a book on the womens suffrage movement that she will finish - someday. Someday is Brigittes watchword. Someday she and Ted, a rising star in the field of archaeology, will clarify their relationship. Someday she will have children. Someday she will stop playing it so safe.... As she struggles to regain her balance and plot a new course, Brigitte agrees to help her mother on a family genealogy project. In Salt Lake City at the Family History Library, she makes a stunning discovery - reaching back to the French aristocracy. How did Brigittes mysterious ancestor, Wachiwi, a Dakota Sioux, travel from the Great Plains to the French court of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette - and into the arms of a French marquis? How did she come to marry into Brigittes family? What is the truth behind the tantalizing clues in the fragmented, centuries-old records? Following the threads of Wachiwis life, Brigitte travels to South Dakota, then on to Paris, irresistibly drawn to this brave young woman who lived so long ago. And as she comes closer to solving the puzzle of Wachiwis journey, her previously safe, quiet life becomes an adventure of its own. A chance meeting with a writer of historical fiction, a new opportunity, and a difficult choice put Brigitte at last in the forefront of her own story. Critic Reviews: "[An] inspiring story about a frustrated woman who rediscovers her passion for life during a genealogical quest.... Steel splices in passages from Wachiwi's life--abduction by a Crow war party, traveling to France, surviving the French Revolution--to create a doubly absorbing romantic adventure." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Legacy Author: Danielle Steel Narrator: Arthur Morey Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 09-28-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 198 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: This compelling, centuries-spanning novel brilliantly interweaves the lives of two women - a writer working in the heart of modern academia and a daring young Sioux Indian on an incredible journey in the 18th century. The result is an unforgettable story of courage in the face of the unknown. At the age of 38, Brigitte Nicholson has a job she likes, a man she loves, and a book on the womens suffrage movement that she will finish - someday. Someday is Brigittes watchword. Someday she and Ted, a rising star in the field of archaeology, will clarify their relationship. Someday she will have children. Someday she will stop playing it so safe.... As she struggles to regain her balance and plot a new course, Brigitte agrees to help her mother on a family genealogy project. In Salt Lake City at the Family History Library, she makes a stunning discovery - reaching back to the French aristocracy. How did Brigittes mysterious ancestor, Wachiwi, a Dakota Sioux, travel from the Great Plains to the French court of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette - and into the arms of a French marquis? How did she come to marry into Brigittes family? What is the truth behind the tantalizing clues in the fragmented, centuries-old records? Following the threads of Wachiwis life, Brigitte travels to South Dakota, then on to Paris, irresistibly drawn to this brave young woman who lived so long ago. And as she comes closer to solving the puzzle of Wachiwis journey, her previously safe, quiet life becomes an adventure of its own. A chance meeting with a writer of historical fiction, a new opportunity, and a difficult choice put Brigitte at last in the forefront of her own story. Critic Reviews: "[An] inspiring story about a frustrated woman who rediscovers her passion for life during a genealogical quest.... Steel splices in passages from Wachiwi's life--abduction by a Crow war party, traveling to France, surviving the French Revolution--to create a doubly absorbing romantic adventure." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: I Was Left Wanting I fully wanted to love this book, having just completed the 18th century historical novels in the Outlander series. Legacy takes place in the same time periods, and covers some similar topics, but perhaps through no great fault of it's own, doesn't seem to go into either the Sioux or French 18th century history as much as I'd hoped. Legacy skims the surface of both of these interesting cultures without spending enough time in either the past or the present to feel as if you've had your fill of either of the main protagonists and their situations. This may be due to my comparison to the 'Outlander' novels by Diana Gabaldon, which at a staggering 48 or so hours each, give detail free reign. Even the 'Lord John' novels, which are for length at least on par with Legacy, contain a great deal more detail and flavor of the period. In the end, you're left a bit wanting, both for the color of the background environment (so much seems to have been skimmed over after the 18th century heroine arrives in France) and the relationships, both of which were supposed to be the driving force in the book. Of the audio experience itself, I must say that I've been spoiled by the likes of Loreli King, Davina Porter and James Marsters who bring characters and events to life. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Anne-of-the-Island-Audiobook/B002V1OR9Q Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Anne of the Island Author: L. M. Montgomery Narrator: Megan Follows Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 75 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Wishing couldn't keep Anne Shirley from growing up. Her whole world was changing - her childhood friends marrying, Anne herself leaving her beloved island for the unknowns of college. But as much as life changed, the important things stayed the same - especially the irrepressible and high-spirited Anne Shirley. Hear more stories in the series. ©1990 David and Ruth MacDonald and Bantam Audio Publishing; (P)1990 Random House, Inc., Bantam Doubleday Dell Audio Publishing, A Division of Random House, Inc. biacuaduc@gmail.com (L. M. Montgomery) Thu, 16 Dec 1999 18:45:10 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Anne-of-the-Island-Audiobook/B002V1OR9Q thebookvoice.com 00:03:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Anne of the Island Author: L. M. Montgomery Narrator: Megan Follows Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 75 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Wishing couldn't keep Anne Shirley from growing up. Her whole world was changing - her childhood friends marrying, Anne herself leaving her beloved island for the unknowns of college. But as much as life changed, the important things stayed the same - especially the irrepressible and high-spirited Anne Shirley. Hear more stories in the series. ©1990 David and Ruth MacDonald and Bantam Audio Publishing; (P)1990 Random House, Inc., Bantam Doubleday Dell Audio Publishing, A Division of Random House, Inc. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Anne of the Island Author: L. M. Montgomery Narrator: Megan Follows Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 75 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Wishing couldn't keep Anne Shirley from growing up. Her whole world was changing - her childhood friends marrying, Anne herself leaving her beloved island for the unknowns of college. But as much as life changed, the important things stayed the same - especially the irrepressible and high-spirited Anne Shirley. Hear more stories in the series. ©1990 David and Ruth MacDonald and Bantam Audio Publishing; (P)1990 Random House, Inc., Bantam Doubleday Dell Audio Publishing, A Division of Random House, Inc. Members Reviews: Anne of the Island As Amethysta said, Megan Follows is an amazing performer/reader in this delightful third book in the irrepressible and irresistible Anne series. Though this edition happens to be abridged, it is truly incredible; it's no wonder Megan won the Award for best actress for Anne of Green Gables! Anne is now growing up and facing decisions and obstacles in her life that she hadn't expected to find, but with the poise and grace that only Anne carries she succeeds and her honest innocence remains true to the end. Loved hearing this read by Megan Followes! I'm a big Anne fan from way back and it was even better to hear it read by Megan Followes. I think she does an amazing job reading Davy's voice and all the others in this book as well. Although I do prefer Unabridged books on the whole, this one is great! I've listened to this one many times and it's I turn to when I want to be comforted! Wonderful!! Read by Megan Follows herself. What could be better? A wonderful audio version. I love Anne Shirley!!:) Terrible quality I was thrilled to find that Megan Follows narrated this book. She did a suburb job. However, the quality of this book is garbage. It sounds like it's a recording of a recording. Every now and then the cheesiest most eye roll-inducing music plays very loudly in the background. Megan Follows is the best Yes, it's disappointing that this is an abridged version of the book and the sound quality is pretty poor (being, I believe, cassette recordings when first released). But Megan Follows is a brilliant narrator of these books and I enjoyed it immensely nonetheless. Please please please could Megan Follows be recorded reading the whole series of books unabridged? I'd buy them all! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/A-Little-Life-Audiobook/B016LC1RXE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Little Life Author: Hanya Yanagihara Narrator: Oliver Wyman Format: Unabridged Length: 32 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-15 Publisher: Pan Macmillan Publishers Ltd. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 79 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A novel of extraordinary intelligence and heart, a masterful depiction of heartbreak and a dark and haunting examination of the tyranny of experience and memory. Shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize 2015. A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara is an immensely powerful and heartbreaking novel of brotherly love and the limits of human endurance. When four graduates from a small Massachusetts college move to New York to make their way, they're broke, adrift and buoyed only by their friendship and ambition. There is kind, handsome Willem, an aspiring actor; JB, a quick-witted, sometimes cruel Brooklyn-born painter seeking entry to the art world; Malcolm, a frustrated architect at a prominent firm; and withdrawn, brilliant, enigmatic Jude, who serves as their centre of gravity. Over the decades, their relationships deepen and darken, tinged by addiction, success and pride. Yet their greatest challenge, each comes to realize, is Jude himself, by midlife a terrifyingly talented litigator yet an increasingly broken man, his mind and body scarred by an unspeakable childhood and haunted by what he fears is a degree of trauma that he'll not only be unable to overcome - but that will define his life forever. Critic Reviews: "In person Yanagihara is breezily intellectual; all bright red lipstick, sparkly jewellery and cobalt-blue heels. And yet A Little Life has at its heart a darkness so profound you wonder both where it came from and how she mustered the courage to confront itShe is, she says, very much the sort of person who walks past strangely located doors or evocatively seedy windows and immediately wonders what lives exist behind them. For Yanagihara, you feel, theyre more likely to be damaged than not." (Alison Roberts, Evening Standard) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Hanya Yanagihara) Thu, 29 Oct 2015 07:06:27 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/A-Little-Life-Audiobook/B016LC1RXE thebookvoice.com 32:51:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Little Life Author: Hanya Yanagihara Narrator: Oliver Wyman Format: Unabridged Length: 32 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-15 Publisher: Pan Macmillan Publishers Ltd. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 79 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A novel of extraordinary intelligence and heart, a masterful depiction of heartbreak and a dark and haunting examination of the tyranny of experience and memory. Shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize 2015. A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara is an immensely powerful and heartbreaking novel of brotherly love and the limits of human endurance. When four graduates from a small Massachusetts college move to New York to make their way, they're broke, adrift and buoyed only by their friendship and ambition. There is kind, handsome Willem, an aspiring actor; JB, a quick-witted, sometimes cruel Brooklyn-born painter seeking entry to the art world; Malcolm, a frustrated architect at a prominent firm; and withdrawn, brilliant, enigmatic Jude, who serves as their centre of gravity. Over the decades, their relationships deepen and darken, tinged by addiction, success and pride. Yet their greatest challenge, each comes to realize, is Jude himself, by midlife a terrifyingly talented litigator yet an increasingly broken man, his mind and body scarred by an unspeakable childhood and haunted by what he fears is a degree of trauma that he'll not only be unable to overcome - but that will define his life forever. Critic Reviews: "In person Yanagihara is breezily intellectual; all bright red lipstick, sparkly jewellery and cobalt-blue heels. And yet A Little Life has at its heart a darkness so profound you wonder both where it came from and how she mustered the courage to confront itShe is, she says, very much the sort of person who walks past strangely located doors or evocatively seedy windows and immediately wonders what lives exist behind them. For Yanagihara, you feel, theyre more likely to be damaged than not." (Alison Roberts, Evening Standard) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Little Life Author: Hanya Yanagihara Narrator: Oliver Wyman Format: Unabridged Length: 32 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-15 Publisher: Pan Macmillan Publishers Ltd. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 79 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A novel of extraordinary intelligence and heart, a masterful depiction of heartbreak and a dark and haunting examination of the tyranny of experience and memory. Shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize 2015. A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara is an immensely powerful and heartbreaking novel of brotherly love and the limits of human endurance. When four graduates from a small Massachusetts college move to New York to make their way, they're broke, adrift and buoyed only by their friendship and ambition. There is kind, handsome Willem, an aspiring actor; JB, a quick-witted, sometimes cruel Brooklyn-born painter seeking entry to the art world; Malcolm, a frustrated architect at a prominent firm; and withdrawn, brilliant, enigmatic Jude, who serves as their centre of gravity. Over the decades, their relationships deepen and darken, tinged by addiction, success and pride. Yet their greatest challenge, each comes to realize, is Jude himself, by midlife a terrifyingly talented litigator yet an increasingly broken man, his mind and body scarred by an unspeakable childhood and haunted by what he fears is a degree of trauma that he'll not only be unable to overcome - but that will define his life forever. Critic Reviews: "In person Yanagihara is breezily intellectual; all bright red lipstick, sparkly jewellery and cobalt-blue heels. And yet A Little Life has at its heart a darkness so profound you wonder both where it came from and how she mustered the courage to confront itShe is, she says, very much the sort of person who walks past strangely located doors or evocatively seedy windows and immediately wonders what lives exist behind them. For Yanagihara, you feel, theyre more likely to be damaged than not." (Alison Roberts, Evening Standard) Members Reviews: Heartbreakingly excellent. This is by some distance the best book I've heard in 2017. Performance and story. compelling heartbreaking and thought-provoking. the reader was excellent. sorry to see it end. anyrhing else is a spoiler A modern masterpiece Best book of 2016. Very well presented. I recommend it without reservation. A beautifully crafted story that will stay with me for a long time Recommend you take Zoloft with this Any additional comments? Clearly a well written novel but if you're not clinically depressed before you start you will be by the end of it........ or even a third of the way through. If you like a victim Awe inspiring recount of a horrific child abuse by the Catholic Church, their unaccountability, pedophilia and grooming. The reader really feels for this poor child who grows up to be very successful except in coming to terms with his past, the injuries and confused somewhat misplaced attachments formed in later life. Went on for a bit too long, perhaps a case of having too many enablers https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Did-You-Ever-Have-A-Family-Audiobook/B013PWQVZ2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Did You Ever Have A Family Author: Bill Clegg Narrator: Bill Clegg Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-15 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 417 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The stunning debut novel from best-selling author Bill Clegg is a magnificently powerful story about a circle of people who find solace in the least likely of places as they cope with a horrific tragedy. On the eve of her daughter's wedding, June Reid's life is completely devastated when a shocking disaster takes the lives of her daughter, her daughter's fiancé, her ex-husband, and her boyfriend, Luke - her entire family, all gone in a moment. And June is the only survivor. Alone and directionless, June drives across the country, away from her small Connecticut town. In her wake a community emerges, weaving a beautiful and surprising web of connections through shared heartbreak. From the couple running a motel on the Pacific Ocean where June eventually settles into a quiet half life to the wedding's caterer whose bill has been forgotten to Luke's mother, the shattered outcast of the town - everyone touched by the tragedy is changed as truths about their near and far histories finally come to light. Elegant and heartrending, and one of the most accomplished fiction debuts of the year, Did You Ever Have a Family is an absorbing, unforgettable tale that reveals humanity at its best through forgiveness and hope. At its core it is a celebration of family - the ones we are born with and the ones we create. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bill Clegg) Tue, 01 Sep 2015 13:04:46 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Did-You-Ever-Have-A-Family-Audiobook/B013PWQVZ2 thebookvoice.com 06:54:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Did You Ever Have A Family Author: Bill Clegg Narrator: Bill Clegg Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-15 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 417 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The stunning debut novel from best-selling author Bill Clegg is a magnificently powerful story about a circle of people who find solace in the least likely of places as they cope with a horrific tragedy. On the eve of her daughter's wedding, June Reid's life is completely devastated when a shocking disaster takes the lives of her daughter, her daughter's fiancé, her ex-husband, and her boyfriend, Luke - her entire family, all gone in a moment. And June is the only survivor. Alone and directionless, June drives across the country, away from her small Connecticut town. In her wake a community emerges, weaving a beautiful and surprising web of connections through shared heartbreak. From the couple running a motel on the Pacific Ocean where June eventually settles into a quiet half life to the wedding's caterer whose bill has been forgotten to Luke's mother, the shattered outcast of the town - everyone touched by the tragedy is changed as truths about their near and far histories finally come to light. Elegant and heartrending, and one of the most accomplished fiction debuts of the year, Did You Ever Have a Family is an absorbing, unforgettable tale that reveals humanity at its best through forgiveness and hope. At its core it is a celebration of family - the ones we are born with and the ones we create. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Did You Ever Have A Family Author: Bill Clegg Narrator: Bill Clegg Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-15 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 417 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The stunning debut novel from best-selling author Bill Clegg is a magnificently powerful story about a circle of people who find solace in the least likely of places as they cope with a horrific tragedy. On the eve of her daughter's wedding, June Reid's life is completely devastated when a shocking disaster takes the lives of her daughter, her daughter's fiancé, her ex-husband, and her boyfriend, Luke - her entire family, all gone in a moment. And June is the only survivor. Alone and directionless, June drives across the country, away from her small Connecticut town. In her wake a community emerges, weaving a beautiful and surprising web of connections through shared heartbreak. From the couple running a motel on the Pacific Ocean where June eventually settles into a quiet half life to the wedding's caterer whose bill has been forgotten to Luke's mother, the shattered outcast of the town - everyone touched by the tragedy is changed as truths about their near and far histories finally come to light. Elegant and heartrending, and one of the most accomplished fiction debuts of the year, Did You Ever Have a Family is an absorbing, unforgettable tale that reveals humanity at its best through forgiveness and hope. At its core it is a celebration of family - the ones we are born with and the ones we create. Members Reviews: One of my favorite books, but sadly, read by author Amazing debut novel. One of my favorite books of 2015 and worthy of the award bestowed on it. This is a sad but beautiful story surrounding a catastrophic event. Many lives experience indescribable grief. Perfect tone. Beautiful words. Just the right length. When I read the book summary, I thought I could not read a book so full of loss, so full of pain. I am so glad I made the right choice. This powerful story will stay with me for a long time. I will keep my family even closer. However, as is often the case, authors usually should not narrate their books. Such an amazing story and they couldn't use a a professional? Mr Clegg narrates in a monotone voice as if he is doing a book reading at a library. There are many voices in this story and it was difficult to think of females speaking when he never changes tone. If I had the option of reading rather than listening, I would have returned the audio and bought the book. So I made the most of it and tried to picture him reading the book and enjoyed the story very much. Just listen to the narration first. Writers don't always make the best readers This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? I was really enjoying the book but found the narration was so bad I had to buy the written book to finish it. Please consider re-releasing with a different reader. Read don't listen to!!! Great story! The worst story I've ever listened!! Authors should not read their books. Get a professional. No tone change the entire time. Flat mono tone. Tragedy and grief written incredibly well Did You Ever Have a Family may possibly be one of the best books I've read this year. If they're done well, I'm a big fan of stories told through the eyes, hearts, and feelings of different characters and multiple perspectives, and Bill Clegg does this incredibly well. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Sons-of-Fortune-Audiobook/B002UUKTRW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sons of Fortune Author: Jeffrey Archer Narrator: Paul Michael Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 05-09-03 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 449 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: During the 1950s and 1960s, the two brothers grow up apart, following similar paths that take them in different directions. Nat leaves college to serve in Vietnam, then finishes school, earns his MBS, and becomes a successful currency dealer. Fletcher, meanwhile, graduates from Yale with a bachelor's and a law degree, going on to distinguish himself as a criminal defense lawyer before becoming a senator. At various times in their lives, both men are confronted with challenges and obstacles, tragedy and betrayal, loss and hardship, before they both decide to run for governor, unaware they are brothers... Critic Reviews: "A master at mixing power, politics, and profit into fiction." (Entertainment Weekly) "Cunning plots, silken style... Archer plays a cat-and-mouse game with the reader." (The New York Times) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jeffrey Archer) Fri, 09 May 2003 02:12:39 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Sons-of-Fortune-Audiobook/B002UUKTRW thebookvoice.com 13:56:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sons of Fortune Author: Jeffrey Archer Narrator: Paul Michael Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 05-09-03 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 449 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: During the 1950s and 1960s, the two brothers grow up apart, following similar paths that take them in different directions. Nat leaves college to serve in Vietnam, then finishes school, earns his MBS, and becomes a successful currency dealer. Fletcher, meanwhile, graduates from Yale with a bachelor's and a law degree, going on to distinguish himself as a criminal defense lawyer before becoming a senator. At various times in their lives, both men are confronted with challenges and obstacles, tragedy and betrayal, loss and hardship, before they both decide to run for governor, unaware they are brothers... Critic Reviews: "A master at mixing power, politics, and profit into fiction." (Entertainment Weekly) "Cunning plots, silken style... Archer plays a cat-and-mouse game with the reader." (The New York Times) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sons of Fortune Author: Jeffrey Archer Narrator: Paul Michael Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 05-09-03 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 449 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: During the 1950s and 1960s, the two brothers grow up apart, following similar paths that take them in different directions. Nat leaves college to serve in Vietnam, then finishes school, earns his MBS, and becomes a successful currency dealer. Fletcher, meanwhile, graduates from Yale with a bachelor's and a law degree, going on to distinguish himself as a criminal defense lawyer before becoming a senator. At various times in their lives, both men are confronted with challenges and obstacles, tragedy and betrayal, loss and hardship, before they both decide to run for governor, unaware they are brothers... Critic Reviews: "A master at mixing power, politics, and profit into fiction." (Entertainment Weekly) "Cunning plots, silken style... Archer plays a cat-and-mouse game with the reader." (The New York Times) Members Reviews: A Total Disappointment This is definitely no "Kane and Abel". In fact I will go as far as to say that this has been my biggest disappointment in two years at audible.com. After almost 14 hours of listening I still couldn't keep even the two main characters straight in my mind.....mostly because I couldn't have cared less about them. Fell asleep during the last twenty minutes (and innumerable other times) and almost didn't bother going back to see how it ended. Old fashioned clean entertainment It has been more years than I can count since I have had the privilege of listening to such a great story. It was not the normal murder mystery or suspense novel nor was it a thriller or a boring drama. The character development was superb and the presentation of the two brothers as men of honor and integrity was a pleasant surprise. I was also pleasantly surprised by the presentation of the audio program and the choice of music. Both hinted at the old radio dramas without actually imitating them. I would recommend this book to anyone of any age. There is no content here that I would not be proud to present to my own children. A Great Story! Although the story was not a complicated trail of characters and twisting storylines, it was just an outstanding well done story that I enjoyed from start to finish. There were enough surprises to keep you listening from chapter to chapter. I think if you would like to listen to a very expertly written and narrated story you will love this. A little predictable, and cliche I like Jeffrey Archer usually, but this was a bit trite. I felt like I could see what was around every corner...even the "big shockers". And, I have listened to Archer on audible twice now, and I could do without the dramatic, yet warbly and scratchy mood music between chapters. Horrible The characters are shallow, the plot is predictable and the story is sophomoric. It was a total waste of time and money. Steer clear... https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Twelfth-Insight-Audiobook/B004SCKLBE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Twelfth Insight Subtitle: The Hour of Decision Author: James Redfield Narrator: Bruce Thomas Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 03-17-11 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 117 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The fourth book in the Celestine Series, this is an adventure tale, both suspensful and contemplative, that builds on the insights introduced in Redfield's previous books. It describes a new wave of religious tolerance and integrity that is now silently arriving, in reaction to watching years of religious warfare and political corruption. The year 2012 is not about the end of the world; it is about the unifying life of everyday miracles. In this book, the very familiar Will returns along with our Hero, the narrator. There is an ancient document, but only fragments are available, and a global search has been unleashed to find the message and meaning of the document in its entirety. biacuaduc@gmail.com (James Redfield) Thu, 17 Mar 2011 11:59:00 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Twelfth-Insight-Audiobook/B004SCKLBE thebookvoice.com 07:32:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Twelfth Insight Subtitle: The Hour of Decision Author: James Redfield Narrator: Bruce Thomas Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 03-17-11 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 117 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The fourth book in the Celestine Series, this is an adventure tale, both suspensful and contemplative, that builds on the insights introduced in Redfield's previous books. It describes a new wave of religious tolerance and integrity that is now silently arriving, in reaction to watching years of religious warfare and political corruption. The year 2012 is not about the end of the world; it is about the unifying life of everyday miracles. In this book, the very familiar Will returns along with our Hero, the narrator. There is an ancient document, but only fragments are available, and a global search has been unleashed to find the message and meaning of the document in its entirety. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Twelfth Insight Subtitle: The Hour of Decision Author: James Redfield Narrator: Bruce Thomas Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 03-17-11 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 117 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The fourth book in the Celestine Series, this is an adventure tale, both suspensful and contemplative, that builds on the insights introduced in Redfield's previous books. It describes a new wave of religious tolerance and integrity that is now silently arriving, in reaction to watching years of religious warfare and political corruption. The year 2012 is not about the end of the world; it is about the unifying life of everyday miracles. In this book, the very familiar Will returns along with our Hero, the narrator. There is an ancient document, but only fragments are available, and a global search has been unleashed to find the message and meaning of the document in its entirety. Members Reviews: Not as good as his other books Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? I enjoyed his other books and wanted to find out more. This one was not as good, I thought. It seemed like the author was trying to continue a good thing and had run out of interesting ideas. I did find his thoughts about new insights to be interesting but the story line to get there was flat. I love Redfields Insights What did you like best about The Twelfth Insight? What did you like least? But this reader doesn't have the right voice for this character. I think if I would have listened to the first book by this reader I wouldn't have tried the second one. I put the speed setting on X2 just to get on with it. Bruce Thomas gives a slow dull delivery of what could be and should be a fun fast pasts adventure. Do yourself a favor and buy the hard copy of this one. Thank you James Redfield for all you do ! Where does The Twelfth Insight rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? A perfect 10 ! Who was your favorite character and why? John,Will What about Bruce Thomass performance did you like? Everything ! If you could take any character from The Twelfth Insight out to dinner, who would it be and why? William James ,Will knows a lot about the insights. Any additional comments? Thank you ! Practical Implementation of Spiritual Tools If you could sum up The Twelfth Insight in three words, what would they be? Lots of people talk about spirituality, The 12th Insight gives practical advice and tools in fictional format. Very useful. And Bruce Thomas' narration was good too...differentiated the characters without overacting or melodrama. Interesting story The narration of this book was excellent. The characters were unique and the overall quality of the audio deserves 5 stars. Comparable to google play books it was exceptional. I enjoyed the story just for the simple fact it gives answers to the meaning of life and for a while there I had some, what seemed to be synchronised or meaningful coincidences. At this point any meaning to life is questionable as my life is incredibly rich with seemingly miracles yet I continue to struggle every day just for some peace of mind and security. So I have no idea how valuable this story was, just that it was interesting. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Outtakes-from-a-Marriage-Audiobook/B002V0PPKM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Outtakes from a Marriage Subtitle: A Novel Author: Ann Leary Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 09-05-08 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 160 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Or so Julia thinks, until the fateful evening when she accidentally hears a voice mail on Joe's phone - a message left by a sultry-sounding woman who clearly isn't just a friend. Suddenly, Julia is in a tailspin, compulsively checking Joe's messages, stalking him in cyberspace, and showing up unannounced on his sets, wondering all along if she should confront him. Julia's search forces her to consider the possibility that in the long process of helping Joe become something, she has become a bit of a "nothing", as her daughter once described her to her class on career day. A big husband-stalking nothing. When Julia and Joe first met, she was an edgy East Village girl who wrote music reviews for the Village Voice and threw famed parties in a gritty downtown loft with her friends. Joe was a shy, awkward drama student who followed her around like a lovesick spaniel. After he won her heart, Julia helped Joe evolve into a roguishly handsome charmer who became increasingly obsessed with his looks and his career. Julia, meanwhile, settled into doting motherhood and a new life of comfy clothes and parenting associations. Now, faced with the looming awards show and the possibility of a destroyed marriage, Julia embarks on an accelerated self-improvement routine. A unique take on the perennially popular issue of women trying not to lose themselves in matrimony and motherhood, Outtakes from a Marriage is expertly and humorously set against the Manhattan preschool mafia, the Hollywood machine, and the ticking clock of a waiting red carpet. Critic Reviews: "The prose is sprightly ... you'll keep reading." (Entertainment Weekly) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ann Leary) Fri, 05 Sep 2008 02:08:22 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Outtakes-from-a-Marriage-Audiobook/B002V0PPKM thebookvoice.com 07:49:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Outtakes from a Marriage Subtitle: A Novel Author: Ann Leary Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 09-05-08 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 160 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Or so Julia thinks, until the fateful evening when she accidentally hears a voice mail on Joe's phone - a message left by a sultry-sounding woman who clearly isn't just a friend. Suddenly, Julia is in a tailspin, compulsively checking Joe's messages, stalking him in cyberspace, and showing up unannounced on his sets, wondering all along if she should confront him. Julia's search forces her to consider the possibility that in the long process of helping Joe become something, she has become a bit of a "nothing", as her daughter once described her to her class on career day. A big husband-stalking nothing. When Julia and Joe first met, she was an edgy East Village girl who wrote music reviews for the Village Voice and threw famed parties in a gritty downtown loft with her friends. Joe was a shy, awkward drama student who followed her around like a lovesick spaniel. After he won her heart, Julia helped Joe evolve into a roguishly handsome charmer who became increasingly obsessed with his looks and his career. Julia, meanwhile, settled into doting motherhood and a new life of comfy clothes and parenting associations. Now, faced with the looming awards show and the possibility of a destroyed marriage, Julia embarks on an accelerated self-improvement routine. A unique take on the perennially popular issue of women trying not to lose themselves in matrimony and motherhood, Outtakes from a Marriage is expertly and humorously set against the Manhattan preschool mafia, the Hollywood machine, and the ticking clock of a waiting red carpet. Critic Reviews: "The prose is sprightly ... you'll keep reading." (Entertainment Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Outtakes from a Marriage Subtitle: A Novel Author: Ann Leary Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 09-05-08 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 160 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Or so Julia thinks, until the fateful evening when she accidentally hears a voice mail on Joe's phone - a message left by a sultry-sounding woman who clearly isn't just a friend. Suddenly, Julia is in a tailspin, compulsively checking Joe's messages, stalking him in cyberspace, and showing up unannounced on his sets, wondering all along if she should confront him. Julia's search forces her to consider the possibility that in the long process of helping Joe become something, she has become a bit of a "nothing", as her daughter once described her to her class on career day. A big husband-stalking nothing. When Julia and Joe first met, she was an edgy East Village girl who wrote music reviews for the Village Voice and threw famed parties in a gritty downtown loft with her friends. Joe was a shy, awkward drama student who followed her around like a lovesick spaniel. After he won her heart, Julia helped Joe evolve into a roguishly handsome charmer who became increasingly obsessed with his looks and his career. Julia, meanwhile, settled into doting motherhood and a new life of comfy clothes and parenting associations. Now, faced with the looming awards show and the possibility of a destroyed marriage, Julia embarks on an accelerated self-improvement routine. A unique take on the perennially popular issue of women trying not to lose themselves in matrimony and motherhood, Outtakes from a Marriage is expertly and humorously set against the Manhattan preschool mafia, the Hollywood machine, and the ticking clock of a waiting red carpet. Critic Reviews: "The prose is sprightly ... you'll keep reading." (Entertainment Weekly) Members Reviews: Views of a marriage from the inside. First, the narrator was SUPERB - just perfect. And since the voice in the book is the first person - a New York wife - she felt alive. Just beautifully done. Julia is married to a TV actor and in the very beginning she picks up a strong hint that he is unfaithful. The rest of the book she is dealing with this as things go back and forth from present to past. The "spine" of the story is this possible infidelity issue and everything else hangs on that. She is a totally devoted mother - those sections are so real and true to life - and in great personal doubt - also well done. So how does she deal with this. It completely holds your attention. I highly recommend it. I want to read more by Ann Leary. Loved it! Fantastic narration, good story. I really liked Julia and could relate to her struggles as a mother. Cassandra Campbell is one of my favorites! Pretty Good Listen I loved The Good House & this wasn't as good as her previous book, but it was a fairly good story. No one knows what really goes on inside a marriage. not "The Good House", but still good... After I listened to "The Good House" (which is so so good!) I wanted to hear more from Ann Leary so I listened to "Outtakes from a Marriage: A Novel". It was good. I actually got a bit stressed out with it and didn't finish it as quickly as I could have, but came back to it. Marriage on the rocks in the celebrity world, but in a very real way that made me a bit sad. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/A-Widow-for-One-Year-Audiobook/B002V1LO3I Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Widow for One Year Author: John Irving Narrator: George Guidall Format: Unabridged Length: 24 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-06 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 496 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Ruth's story is told in three parts, each focusing on a crucial time in her life. When we first meet her in the summer of 1958 on Long Island, Ruth is only four. The second window into Ruth's life opens in the fall of 1990, when Ruth is an unmarried woman whose personal life is not nearly as successful as her literary career. She distrusts her judgment in men, for good reason. A Widow for One Year closes in the autumn of 1995, when Ruth Cole is a 41-year-old widow and mother and about to fall in love for the first time. Richly comic, as well as deeply disturbing, A Widow for One Year is a multilayered love story of astonishing emotional force. Both ribald and erotic, it is also a brilliant novel about the passage of time and the relentlessness of grief. Critic Reviews: "Irving's most entertaining and persuasive novel since...The World According to Garp." (The New York Times) "Impressive....There's hardly a writer alive who can match his control of the omniscient point of view." (The Washington Post Book World) "Wisely and carefully crafted...Irving is among the few novelists who can write a novel about grief and fill it with ribald humor soaked in irony." (USA Today) biacuaduc@gmail.com (John Irving) Mon, 30 Oct 2006 13:21:52 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/A-Widow-for-One-Year-Audiobook/B002V1LO3I thebookvoice.com 24:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Widow for One Year Author: John Irving Narrator: George Guidall Format: Unabridged Length: 24 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-06 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 496 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Ruth's story is told in three parts, each focusing on a crucial time in her life. When we first meet her in the summer of 1958 on Long Island, Ruth is only four. The second window into Ruth's life opens in the fall of 1990, when Ruth is an unmarried woman whose personal life is not nearly as successful as her literary career. She distrusts her judgment in men, for good reason. A Widow for One Year closes in the autumn of 1995, when Ruth Cole is a 41-year-old widow and mother and about to fall in love for the first time. Richly comic, as well as deeply disturbing, A Widow for One Year is a multilayered love story of astonishing emotional force. Both ribald and erotic, it is also a brilliant novel about the passage of time and the relentlessness of grief. Critic Reviews: "Irving's most entertaining and persuasive novel since...The World According to Garp." (The New York Times) "Impressive....There's hardly a writer alive who can match his control of the omniscient point of view." (The Washington Post Book World) "Wisely and carefully crafted...Irving is among the few novelists who can write a novel about grief and fill it with ribald humor soaked in irony." (USA Today) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Widow for One Year Author: John Irving Narrator: George Guidall Format: Unabridged Length: 24 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-06 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 496 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Ruth's story is told in three parts, each focusing on a crucial time in her life. When we first meet her in the summer of 1958 on Long Island, Ruth is only four. The second window into Ruth's life opens in the fall of 1990, when Ruth is an unmarried woman whose personal life is not nearly as successful as her literary career. She distrusts her judgment in men, for good reason. A Widow for One Year closes in the autumn of 1995, when Ruth Cole is a 41-year-old widow and mother and about to fall in love for the first time. Richly comic, as well as deeply disturbing, A Widow for One Year is a multilayered love story of astonishing emotional force. Both ribald and erotic, it is also a brilliant novel about the passage of time and the relentlessness of grief. Critic Reviews: "Irving's most entertaining and persuasive novel since...The World According to Garp." (The New York Times) "Impressive....There's hardly a writer alive who can match his control of the omniscient point of view." (The Washington Post Book World) "Wisely and carefully crafted...Irving is among the few novelists who can write a novel about grief and fill it with ribald humor soaked in irony." (USA Today) Members Reviews: More than a door in the floor So many characters! Eddie, Marion, Ted, Thomas, Timothy, Ruth, Hannah, Harry, Mrs. Von, Alan, Graham; I would write Mr. Irving to tell him how I loved this book; how it made me feel, but when you read the book, you would know why I won't. Give this book a try. I disagree with those that cannot find the beauty in it. I never have made comments on books I've read before because I've never felt I could write in a way that would have accurately conveyed how they make me feel. You will be able to relate to the story and the characters. You will envy the author and his imagination. You will know and understand the characters. You will enjoy this book; immensely! Returning to Amsterdam John Irving has a fascination with the red-light districts of Amsterdam, detailed in another novel "Until I Find You." This setting and the author's exploration of many controversial sexual themes keep his books lively, entertaining, and engaging. His tight control of the narrative is also an hallmark of his method. I have enjoyed all but one of John Irving's books and would welcome audiobook versions of all of older works. We have too few of his many great works. Great story and Excellent Narrator I had seen the film A Door In The Floor which was based on this book and The Cider House Rules, and I was intrigued about John Irving's work. The book delves much further into the character of Ruth as both a child and an adult. Although I was disappointed with the ending because it felt like it ended too tidy, over all I thought it was amazing, and I am working my way through other Irving novels. His sense of irony and the way he gives the reader tidbits of information of what happens in the characters future, which they themselves don't know, leaves you wanting more all the time. The Narrator was amazing in this, and I recommend it just based on that. Fabulous Story, Gets Better with Every Reading I've read this book 4 times in the past couple of years, and enjoy it more each time I read it. John Irving is a master of character development, and the writing is impecable. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Morality-For-Beautiful-Girls-Audiobook/B002UZKYU4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Morality For Beautiful Girls Subtitle: More from the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency Author: Alexander McCall Smith Narrator: Lisette Lecat Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 11-21-03 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1109 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Between intriguing new cases and troubling personal developments, Precious' hands are full. The four Miss Beauty and Integrity pageant finalists may have questionable moral fiber, and the brother of an important government worker has allegedly been poisoned. On top of all that, Precious' reliable fianci might be hiding something. Life is more difficult than ever at the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, but it's nothing a little clear thinking and a few mugs of bush tea can't candle. Critic Reviews: "Thoroughly engaging and entertaining." (Los Angeles Times) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alexander McCall Smith) Fri, 21 Nov 2003 07:51:29 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Morality-For-Beautiful-Girls-Audiobook/B002UZKYU4 thebookvoice.com 07:55:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Morality For Beautiful Girls Subtitle: More from the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency Author: Alexander McCall Smith Narrator: Lisette Lecat Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 11-21-03 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1109 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Between intriguing new cases and troubling personal developments, Precious' hands are full. The four Miss Beauty and Integrity pageant finalists may have questionable moral fiber, and the brother of an important government worker has allegedly been poisoned. On top of all that, Precious' reliable fianci might be hiding something. Life is more difficult than ever at the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, but it's nothing a little clear thinking and a few mugs of bush tea can't candle. Critic Reviews: "Thoroughly engaging and entertaining." (Los Angeles Times) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Morality For Beautiful Girls Subtitle: More from the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency Author: Alexander McCall Smith Narrator: Lisette Lecat Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 11-21-03 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1109 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Between intriguing new cases and troubling personal developments, Precious' hands are full. The four Miss Beauty and Integrity pageant finalists may have questionable moral fiber, and the brother of an important government worker has allegedly been poisoned. On top of all that, Precious' reliable fianci might be hiding something. Life is more difficult than ever at the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, but it's nothing a little clear thinking and a few mugs of bush tea can't candle. Critic Reviews: "Thoroughly engaging and entertaining." (Los Angeles Times) Members Reviews: Refreshing view of life in a small country Precious Ramotswe, a "traditional" African lady solves the many problems that crowd into her life with grace and intelligence. Although her main mystery is that of an important government worker who fears his brother is being poisoned by an unworthy sister-in-law, Mma Ramotswe finds time to deal with a handicapped foster child, a fiance with health problems, and the needs of her valued assistant. She sails through adversity and washes away the muddles with bush tea and common sense. The book is beautifully read by Lisette Lecat. Smith's musical prose is enhanced by her talents, and life in Botswana comes alive. It is a wonderful listening experience. #3 in the Series . . . I'm Loving Botswana One of the most soothing and relaxing thing about this series is the narration by Lisette Lecat. I feel like I am there in Botswana, drinking bush tea, and contemplating the the mysteries that need to be solved at No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency. The kindness, forethought, and wisdom these two women use in exploring and solving their cases warms the heart. And it gives you insight into the lives of the people of Africa, their customs and beliefs. I am SO enjoying this journey. a beautiful voice, a fascinating culture These stories are not so much mysteries as they are windows into faraway cultures. Precious Ramotswe is a real Miss Marple -- she deals with people's problems based on her knowledge of human nature. This engaging book is full of fascinating characters and you'll want to see how Mma Ramotswe handles them all. Listening to these books really heightens the experience as you'll find out how Molepole and Gabarone and all these wonderful names should be pronounced. I love these books in print and I love them on audio. Perfection in a Series Occasionally I get a bit tired of No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency books, though after a break I soon return. Morality For Beauitful Girls exceeds any caution I may have held. I believe it presents the maturation of McCall Smith's approach in this series at his best: well-timed and well-tuned wit, character self-analysis in just the right balance with the unfolding narrative, and the presentation of all to admire in Botswanan culture and world outlook. This is the one novel I would recommend to a somewhat reluctant newcomer: "Read this one first and you'll revel and wish to emulate surprising characteristics of Mme Ramatswe, her associates, and one nation's realism mingled with hope." Love this series. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Twenty-Wishes-Audiobook/B002V0JWUQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Twenty Wishes Subtitle: A Blossom Street Book Author: Debbie Macomber Narrator: Tanya Eby Sirois Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 05-28-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 294 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: On Valentine's Day, Anne Marie and several other widows get together to celebrate...what? Hope, possibility, the future. They each begin a list of 20 wishes, things they always wanted to do but never did. Anne Marie's list starts with "Find one good thing about life". It includes learning to knit, doing good for someone else, falling in love again. She begins to act on her wishes, and when she volunteers at a local school, an eight-year-old girl named Ellen enters her life. It's a relationship that becomes far more involving than Anne Marie intended. It also becomes far more important than she ever imagined. As Ellen helps Anne Marie complete her list of wishes, they both learn that wishes can come true - but not necessarily in the way you expect. Critic Reviews: "Macomber's assured storytelling and affirming narrative [are] as welcoming as your favorite easy chair." (Publishers Weekly) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Debbie Macomber) Wed, 28 May 2008 16:26:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Twenty-Wishes-Audiobook/B002V0JWUQ thebookvoice.com 09:44:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Twenty Wishes Subtitle: A Blossom Street Book Author: Debbie Macomber Narrator: Tanya Eby Sirois Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 05-28-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 294 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: On Valentine's Day, Anne Marie and several other widows get together to celebrate...what? Hope, possibility, the future. They each begin a list of 20 wishes, things they always wanted to do but never did. Anne Marie's list starts with "Find one good thing about life". It includes learning to knit, doing good for someone else, falling in love again. She begins to act on her wishes, and when she volunteers at a local school, an eight-year-old girl named Ellen enters her life. It's a relationship that becomes far more involving than Anne Marie intended. It also becomes far more important than she ever imagined. As Ellen helps Anne Marie complete her list of wishes, they both learn that wishes can come true - but not necessarily in the way you expect. Critic Reviews: "Macomber's assured storytelling and affirming narrative [are] as welcoming as your favorite easy chair." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Twenty Wishes Subtitle: A Blossom Street Book Author: Debbie Macomber Narrator: Tanya Eby Sirois Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 05-28-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 294 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: On Valentine's Day, Anne Marie and several other widows get together to celebrate...what? Hope, possibility, the future. They each begin a list of 20 wishes, things they always wanted to do but never did. Anne Marie's list starts with "Find one good thing about life". It includes learning to knit, doing good for someone else, falling in love again. She begins to act on her wishes, and when she volunteers at a local school, an eight-year-old girl named Ellen enters her life. It's a relationship that becomes far more involving than Anne Marie intended. It also becomes far more important than she ever imagined. As Ellen helps Anne Marie complete her list of wishes, they both learn that wishes can come true - but not necessarily in the way you expect. Critic Reviews: "Macomber's assured storytelling and affirming narrative [are] as welcoming as your favorite easy chair." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: An uplifting, morale boosting book. I really enjoyed this gentle, beautifully paced novel -- well, so much so, I went back and listened again. What would you write down if you had twenty wishes? It's quite a question and, as the book suggests, not easy to do. A group of widows decide to approach life positively and meet regularly to support each other as they devise and follow through their own twenty wishes. This book gives heart to both the young and the old -- there's romance, laughter and family love. The characters are vibrant and the details of every day home life are familiar and reassuring. Yes, I'll use the well worn phrase, 'heart warming'. I recommend this book as a rewarding listen in itself -- and as always, Tanya Eby Sirois' reading is excellent -- but also could be helpful for anyone who doesn't quite know how to proceed with life -- the main point is that by just taking on new dreams, other life doors were opened. Close to home Being a Foster Mom that adopted our son. This book hit home.. All the books I have read/listened to this is my favorite of Blossom Street.. Thank you.. another great one Again Debbie has done it, I love to hear about all of the local areas and the women come alife again. Five big stars! Loved it!! On to the next book by Debbie! She has the best stories! Thank you Debbie review Good book! I really like Debbie Macomber 's Blossom Street series! They are sweet stories. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Lamica-geniale-Audiobook/B00WR3X67C Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> Titolo: L'amica geniale Sottotitolo: volume primo Autore: Elena Ferrante Narratore: Anna Bonaiuto Formato: Unabridged Durata: 11 hrs and 49 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 04-27-15 Editore: Emons Edizioni Valutazioni: 4.5 su 5 su 131 voti Categoria: Fiction, Contemporary Riepilogo Editore: Lila è scomparsa. Esagerata, come sempre, ha cancellato ogni traccia. Ed Elena, l'amica di tutta la vita, inizia a raccontare la storia del legame viscerale che le ha unite per sei decenni. Tra inconfessata rivalità e profondo affidamento, la ragazzina geniale e ribelle e l'amica studiosa attraversano gli anni dell'adolescenza, sullo sfondo di un rione della Napoli anni Cinquanta ritratta nella sua cruda epicità. Prima parte della tetralogia "L'amica geniale". ©2011 Edizioni e/o (P)2015 Emons Italia srl biacuaduc@gmail.com (Elena Ferrante) Mon, 27 Apr 2015 10:44:32 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Lamica-geniale-Audiobook/B00WR3X67C thebookvoice.com 11:49:00 no Ascolta questo titolo per intero gratuitamente su thebookvoice.com Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> Titolo: L'amica geniale Sottotitolo: volume primo Autore: Elena Ferrante Narratore: Anna Bonaiuto Formato: Unabridged Durata: 11 hrs and 49 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 04-27-15 Editore: Emons Edizioni Valutazioni: 4.5 su 5 su 131 voti Categoria: Fiction, Contemporary Riepilogo Editore: Lila è scomparsa. Esagerata, come sempre, ha cancellato ogni traccia. Ed Elena, l'amica di tutta la vita, inizia a raccontare la storia del legame viscerale che le ha unite per sei decenni. Tra inconfessata rivalità e profondo affidamento, la ragazzina geniale e ribelle e l'amica studiosa attraversano gli anni dell'adolescenza, sullo sfondo di un rione della Napoli anni Cinquanta ritratta nella sua cruda epicità. Prima parte della tetralogia "L'amica geniale". ©2011 Edizioni e/o (P)2015 Emons Italia srl Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> Titolo: L'amica geniale Sottotitolo: volume primo Autore: Elena Ferrante Narratore: Anna Bonaiuto Formato: Unabridged Durata: 11 hrs and 49 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 04-27-15 Editore: Emons Edizioni Valutazioni: 4.5 su 5 su 131 voti Categoria: Fiction, Contemporary Riepilogo Editore: Lila è scomparsa. Esagerata, come sempre, ha cancellato ogni traccia. Ed Elena, l'amica di tutta la vita, inizia a raccontare la storia del legame viscerale che le ha unite per sei decenni. Tra inconfessata rivalità e profondo affidamento, la ragazzina geniale e ribelle e l'amica studiosa attraversano gli anni dell'adolescenza, sullo sfondo di un rione della Napoli anni Cinquanta ritratta nella sua cruda epicità. Prima parte della tetralogia "L'amica geniale". ©2011 Edizioni e/o (P)2015 Emons Italia srl Recensioni dei membri: Mi ha convinto. Appassionante. La bravissima Anna Bonaiuto ci prende per mano e conduce nel mondo vischioso e un po' magico del rione. Personaggi vivi e sgargianti, ricreati dal ricordo della protagonista che rivede la sua infanzia ed adolescenza con gli occhi del presente. Ben scritto e benissimo raccontato. La sua voce mi ha trasportata nella storia Any additional comments? Sono un'assidua lettrice, ma non riuscivo ad andare avanti con il libro cartaceo. Allora ho comprato il mio primo audiolibro. E la voce di Anna Bonaiuto mi ha trasportata nella storia. Ne sono rimasta assuefatta. Adesso ho appena comprato il secondo libro. Pleasant but overrated The story did not grab me nor surprise me. The style was not particularly original. The performance was really good, including the neapolitan accent. Il meglio dell'Italia letteraria di oggi What about Anna Bonaiutos performance did you like? Anna Bonaiuto, da veterana del teatro qual è, legge il romanzo con intelligenza e sensibilità, recuperando quel piccolo mondo della bassa borghesia napoletana degli anni Cinquanta senza renderlo una macchietta. Dizione impeccabile, espressioni in dialetto napoletano perfettamente comprensibili, grande capacità di far immergere l'ascoltatore nelle parole, talvolta dure, della Ferrante. Who was the most memorable character of L'amica geniale and why? Benché contrariamente a quanto si pensi l'amica geniale del titolo non è Lila bensì la protagonista, Elena, non si può non restare affascinati dall'amica "cattiva" che sembra sempre un passo avanti e in realtà è un passo indietro, forte e allo stesso tempo debole nelle sue scelte assolutamente banali come nel suo restare nel mondo patriarcale tra padre e fratello quando da piccola ha invece osato sfidare il "boss" del rione. Davvero un personaggio memorabile Raffaella Cerullo, detta Lila, uno di quei personaggi che fanno la storia della letteratura. Any additional comments? L'amica geniale è quanto di meglio possa offrire l'Italia letteraria di oggi. Il mistero che avvolge la vera identità della scrittrice non offusca le qualità indiscutibili del romanzo che prende senza difficoltà il suo posto tra le opere letterarie più prestigiose di inizio secolo. La Ferrante ci aveva già abituato a romanzi "forti", ma a questo livello nemmeno lei era ancora arrivata. A questo punto non resta che proseguire la storia con il prossimo audiolibro, felicemente letto sempre da Anna Bonaiuto. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/After-You-Audiobook/B00YZ239KC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: After You Author: Jojo Moyes Narrator: Anna Acton Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-24-15 Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 201 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable, audiobook edition of After You by Jojo Moyes, the stunning sequel to the worldwide phenomenon Me Before You. Jojo Moyes says: "I hadn't planned to write a sequel to Me Before You. But working on the movie script, and reading the sheer volume of tweets and emails every day asking what Lou did with her life, meant that the characters never left me. It has been such a pleasure revisiting Lou and her family, and the Traynors, and confronting them with a whole new set of issues. As ever, they have made me laugh, and cry. I hope readers feel the same way at meeting them again." biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jojo Moyes) Thu, 24 Sep 2015 19:48:38 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/After-You-Audiobook/B00YZ239KC thebookvoice.com 11:08:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: After You Author: Jojo Moyes Narrator: Anna Acton Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-24-15 Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 201 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable, audiobook edition of After You by Jojo Moyes, the stunning sequel to the worldwide phenomenon Me Before You. Jojo Moyes says: "I hadn't planned to write a sequel to Me Before You. But working on the movie script, and reading the sheer volume of tweets and emails every day asking what Lou did with her life, meant that the characters never left me. It has been such a pleasure revisiting Lou and her family, and the Traynors, and confronting them with a whole new set of issues. As ever, they have made me laugh, and cry. I hope readers feel the same way at meeting them again." Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: After You Author: Jojo Moyes Narrator: Anna Acton Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-24-15 Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 201 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable, audiobook edition of After You by Jojo Moyes, the stunning sequel to the worldwide phenomenon Me Before You. Jojo Moyes says: "I hadn't planned to write a sequel to Me Before You. But working on the movie script, and reading the sheer volume of tweets and emails every day asking what Lou did with her life, meant that the characters never left me. It has been such a pleasure revisiting Lou and her family, and the Traynors, and confronting them with a whole new set of issues. As ever, they have made me laugh, and cry. I hope readers feel the same way at meeting them again." Members Reviews: Easy to listen to Its not as good as Me before you and the narrators accents are sometimes a bit offensive but overall an easy listen. Not as good as the first. Didn't like the narrator on this one. Was disappointed. Liked Me Before You should have left it there. very nice it was really nice book, but why it was so quiet sometimes? I couldnt really hear anything while travelling in public transport, which is usually my favourite time ti listen to audiobooks Enjoy the unexpected? Me Before You is a hard act to follow, but After You deals sensitively and realistically with the lives and emotions of people left behind. The storyline could under normal circumstances be rather dark and depressing, dealing as it does with the main character's struggle to climb out of her grief. But I found it compelling with unexpected snatches of humour that had me laughing out loud. The characters- particularly Louisa's family - are delightful and believable. I could do without some of the bad language, but the atmosphere of the story stayed with me long after I finished the book. The author paints vivid pictures with her words - she somehow evokes all the senses. Anna Acton's performance was outstanding and contributed hugely to my enjoyment of the book. What an actress! Good but should have been better It's a good book but since its a sequel of " me before you" I had lot of expectations and its not as good as "Me before you" . Overall a decent story but wish it was as good as its pre sequel . https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Good-Thief-Audiobook/B002V8MUAC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Good Thief Author: Hannah Tinti Narrator: William Dufris Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 08-11-09 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 90 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: But then a young man named Benjamin Nab appears, claiming to be Ren's long-lost brother, and his convincing tale of how Ren lost his hand and his parents is enough to persuade the monks at the orphanage to release the boy. But is Benjamin really who he says he is? Journeying through the New England of whaling towns and meadowed farmlands, Ren is introduced by Ben to a vibrant world of hardscrabble adventure. Ultimately he is apprenticed to Ben's small band of resurrection men, those thieves of the night who steal bodies and sell them to hospitals for medical examination. If Ren stays, he becomes one of them. If he goes, he's lost once again. Most importantly, does Benjamin hold the key to the mystery of his - or their - parents, the defining question of Ren's life? Richly imagined, gothically spooky, and showcasing the storytelling ability of a born novelist, Hannah Tinti's The Good Thief introduces one of the most appealing young heroes in contemporary fiction, and ratifies Hannah Tinti as one of our most exciting talents. Editorial Reviews: Fans of Charles Dickens, particularly Oliver Twist, will feel right at home as Tinti writes about con artists, thieves, monks, grave robbers, questionable doctors, a kindly boarding house matron, a ruthless factory owner, a dwarf who lives in a chimney, and a giant who rises from the dead. And like Dickens, Tinti keeps her descriptions and sentences short, getting straight to what matters and leaving out the rest. Such characters might sound like figments of a drunken sailor's imagination as he tells a tall tale in a seaside saloon after returning from a round-the-world voyage. And in some cases, some of the stories are just that, especially when they're told by Benjamin Nabb, the con artist and natural storyteller who adopts Ren. But this book is not science fiction. Like a magically realistic Latin American novel, all of the characters and events are grounded in reality, no matter how far-fetched they may sound. Such plausibility is thanks partly to William Dufris, who narrates the audiobook. Dufris captures the voices of each distinct character and brings them all to life, whether it's letter-dropping New England "faamers", the slow-talking, deep-voiced giant named Dolly, the "mouse trap" girl with a lisp, the shouts of the hard-of-hearing boarding house operator, or the harsh, menacing tone of the factory owner. Dufris especially does a great job of portraying Ren's innocence while not making him sound too childlike. But like the fictional character Benjamin Nabb, Dufris rises to the challenge and delivers a story that would keep any sailor nailed to his seat for hours. Best of all, Tinti keeps you guessing until the very last minute about how this book will end. And while you will probably not predict the ending, you believe every word. No easy task. Then again, Tinti's no ordinary writer. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Hannah Tinti) Tue, 11 Aug 2009 05:15:51 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Good-Thief-Audiobook/B002V8MUAC thebookvoice.com 10:39:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Good Thief Author: Hannah Tinti Narrator: William Dufris Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 08-11-09 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 90 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: But then a young man named Benjamin Nab appears, claiming to be Ren's long-lost brother, and his convincing tale of how Ren lost his hand and his parents is enough to persuade the monks at the orphanage to release the boy. But is Benjamin really who he says he is? Journeying through the New England of whaling towns and meadowed farmlands, Ren is introduced by Ben to a vibrant world of hardscrabble adventure. Ultimately he is apprenticed to Ben's small band of resurrection men, those thieves of the night who steal bodies and sell them to hospitals for medical examination. If Ren stays, he becomes one of them. If he goes, he's lost once again. Most importantly, does Benjamin hold the key to the mystery of his - or their - parents, the defining question of Ren's life? Richly imagined, gothically spooky, and showcasing the storytelling ability of a born novelist, Hannah Tinti's The Good Thief introduces one of the most appealing young heroes in contemporary fiction, and ratifies Hannah Tinti as one of our most exciting talents. Editorial Reviews: Fans of Charles Dickens, particularly Oliver Twist, will feel right at home as Tinti writes about con artists, thieves, monks, grave robbers, questionable doctors, a kindly boarding house matron, a ruthless factory owner, a dwarf who lives in a chimney, and a giant who rises from the dead. And like Dickens, Tinti keeps her descriptions and sentences short, getting straight to what matters and leaving out the rest. Such characters might sound like figments of a drunken sailor's imagination as he tells a tall tale in a seaside saloon after returning from a round-the-world voyage. And in some cases, some of the stories are just that, especially when they're told by Benjamin Nabb, the con artist and natural storyteller who adopts Ren. But this book is not science fiction. Like a magically realistic Latin American novel, all of the characters and events are grounded in reality, no matter how far-fetched they may sound. Such plausibility is thanks partly to William Dufris, who narrates the audiobook. Dufris captures the voices of each distinct character and brings them all to life, whether it's letter-dropping New England "faamers", the slow-talking, deep-voiced giant named Dolly, the "mouse trap" girl with a lisp, the shouts of the hard-of-hearing boarding house operator, or the harsh, menacing tone of the factory owner. Dufris especially does a great job of portraying Ren's innocence while not making him sound too childlike. But like the fictional character Benjamin Nabb, Dufris rises to the challenge and delivers a story that would keep any sailor nailed to his seat for hours. Best of all, Tinti keeps you guessing until the very last minute about how this book will end. And while you will probably not predict the ending, you believe every word. No easy task. Then again, Tinti's no ordinary writer. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Good Thief Author: Hannah Tinti Narrator: William Dufris Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 08-11-09 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 90 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: But then a young man named Benjamin Nab appears, claiming to be Ren's long-lost brother, and his convincing tale of how Ren lost his hand and his parents is enough to persuade the monks at the orphanage to release the boy. But is Benjamin really who he says he is? Journeying through the New England of whaling towns and meadowed farmlands, Ren is introduced by Ben to a vibrant world of hardscrabble adventure. Ultimately he is apprenticed to Ben's small band of resurrection men, those thieves of the night who steal bodies and sell them to hospitals for medical examination. If Ren stays, he becomes one of them. If he goes, he's lost once again. Most importantly, does Benjamin hold the key to the mystery of his - or their - parents, the defining question of Ren's life? Richly imagined, gothically spooky, and showcasing the storytelling ability of a born novelist, Hannah Tinti's The Good Thief introduces one of the most appealing young heroes in contemporary fiction, and ratifies Hannah Tinti as one of our most exciting talents. Editorial Reviews: Fans of Charles Dickens, particularly Oliver Twist, will feel right at home as Tinti writes about con artists, thieves, monks, grave robbers, questionable doctors, a kindly boarding house matron, a ruthless factory owner, a dwarf who lives in a chimney, and a giant who rises from the dead. And like Dickens, Tinti keeps her descriptions and sentences short, getting straight to what matters and leaving out the rest. Such characters might sound like figments of a drunken sailor's imagination as he tells a tall tale in a seaside saloon after returning from a round-the-world voyage. And in some cases, some of the stories are just that, especially when they're told by Benjamin Nabb, the con artist and natural storyteller who adopts Ren. But this book is not science fiction. Like a magically realistic Latin American novel, all of the characters and events are grounded in reality, no matter how far-fetched they may sound. Such plausibility is thanks partly to William Dufris, who narrates the audiobook. Dufris captures the voices of each distinct character and brings them all to life, whether it's letter-dropping New England "faamers", the slow-talking, deep-voiced giant named Dolly, the "mouse trap" girl with a lisp, the shouts of the hard-of-hearing boarding house operator, or the harsh, menacing tone of the factory owner. Dufris especially does a great job of portraying Ren's innocence while not making him sound too childlike. But like the fictional character Benjamin Nabb, Dufris rises to the challenge and delivers a story that would keep any sailor nailed to his seat for hours. Best of all, Tinti keeps you guessing until the very last minute about how this book will end. And while you will probably not predict the ending, you believe every word. No easy task. Then again, Tinti's no ordinary writer. Members Reviews: Close But No Cigar? Loved the story! Plot was particularly well thought out and offered a number of suprises. The mood too was well articulated, fog and unease. But most of the characters were a bit one dimensional. I loved them as they were all quirky and strange but I did not believe in them for a minute! They needed a back story to make them real. This is one of those books that should have been longer with more time invested in fleshing out the cast. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Way-of-Shadows-Night-Angel-Trilogy-Book-1-Audiobook/B005AOMJGE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Way of Shadows: Night Angel Trilogy, Book 1 Author: Brent Weeks Narrator: Paul Boehmer Format: Unabridged Length: 21 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-11 Publisher: Hachette Audio UK Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 198 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The perfect killer has no friends. Only targets. For Durzo Blint, assassination is an art. And he is the citys most accomplished artist, his talents required from alleyway to courtly boudoir. For Azoth, survival is precarious. Something you never take for granted. As a guild rat, hes grown up in the slums, and learned the hard way to judge people quickly - and to take risks. Risks like apprenticing himself to Durzo Blint. But to be accepted, Azoth must turn his back on his old life and embrace a new identity and name. As Kylar Stern, he must learn to navigate the assassins world of dangerous politics and strange magics - and cultivate a flair for death. Critic Reviews: Praise for the Night Angel trilogy: I was mesmerized from start to finish. Unforgettable characters, a plot that kept me guessing, non-stop action and the kind of in-depth storytelling that makes me admire a writer's work. (Terry Brooks) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Brent Weeks) Thu, 07 Jul 2011 12:53:29 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Way-of-Shadows-Night-Angel-Trilogy-Book-1-Audiobook/B005AOMJGE thebookvoice.com 21:03:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Way of Shadows: Night Angel Trilogy, Book 1 Author: Brent Weeks Narrator: Paul Boehmer Format: Unabridged Length: 21 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-11 Publisher: Hachette Audio UK Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 198 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The perfect killer has no friends. Only targets. For Durzo Blint, assassination is an art. And he is the citys most accomplished artist, his talents required from alleyway to courtly boudoir. For Azoth, survival is precarious. Something you never take for granted. As a guild rat, hes grown up in the slums, and learned the hard way to judge people quickly - and to take risks. Risks like apprenticing himself to Durzo Blint. But to be accepted, Azoth must turn his back on his old life and embrace a new identity and name. As Kylar Stern, he must learn to navigate the assassins world of dangerous politics and strange magics - and cultivate a flair for death. Critic Reviews: Praise for the Night Angel trilogy: I was mesmerized from start to finish. Unforgettable characters, a plot that kept me guessing, non-stop action and the kind of in-depth storytelling that makes me admire a writer's work. (Terry Brooks) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Way of Shadows: Night Angel Trilogy, Book 1 Author: Brent Weeks Narrator: Paul Boehmer Format: Unabridged Length: 21 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-11 Publisher: Hachette Audio UK Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 198 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The perfect killer has no friends. Only targets. For Durzo Blint, assassination is an art. And he is the citys most accomplished artist, his talents required from alleyway to courtly boudoir. For Azoth, survival is precarious. Something you never take for granted. As a guild rat, hes grown up in the slums, and learned the hard way to judge people quickly - and to take risks. Risks like apprenticing himself to Durzo Blint. But to be accepted, Azoth must turn his back on his old life and embrace a new identity and name. As Kylar Stern, he must learn to navigate the assassins world of dangerous politics and strange magics - and cultivate a flair for death. Critic Reviews: Praise for the Night Angel trilogy: I was mesmerized from start to finish. Unforgettable characters, a plot that kept me guessing, non-stop action and the kind of in-depth storytelling that makes me admire a writer's work. (Terry Brooks) Members Reviews: Well spent hours Likes it alot but I didn't like the guys voice has a lot potential too be better than it is though A great debut novel Way of Shadows is a great debut novel by Brent Weeks, and brilliantly narrated by Paul Boehmer. Readers of Brandon Sanderson and Peter V. Brett should love the Way of Shadows. Absolutely brilliant! Any additional comments? What a brilliant book, one of the best I have listened to. Extremely well written with non-stop action. There are only a few passages which seem to drag a little, but remember this is a 20 hour book. The story and the characters are engaging. The narrator is fantastic. The only problem is this is book 1 of a trilogy and the other 2 books are not on Audible yet. Please Audible get the rest of the series real soon, I can't wait!! Decent Fantasy-Intrigue If you could sum up The Way of Shadows: Night Angel Trilogy, Book 1 in three words, what would they be? Complex, Dramatic, Gripping What did you like best about this story? The personal development of the characters, and the rather complex wheel-within-wheels-plot Any additional comments? While it was a good book, at times I lost track because of all the different characters in the story. The highlights of the book is when it focuses on the main characters. Great story, subpar reading. The story is amazing and it's what has kept me hooked. Can't say the same for the performance. Oftentimes I found it hard to follow conversations because characters have the same voices. It might just be me but I found it hard to distinguish characters in conversations. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Letters-for-Emily-Audiobook/B00DIHC7F8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Letters for Emily Author: Camron Wright Narrator: Joe Barrett Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 07-30-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: You are so young. You may wonder what an old man like me could teach? I wonder as well. I certainly don't claim to know all the answers. I'm barely figuring out the questions...Life has a strange way of repeating itself and I want my experience to help you...My hope is that you'll consider my words and remember my heart. Harry Whitney is dying. He has Alzheimer's disease, and he knows his "good" time is dwindling. So he compiles a book of poems for his favorite granddaughter, Emily, hoping that his words of hard-won wisdom will heal the old wounds that are tearing his family apart. But Harry's poems contain much more than meets the eye -- clues and riddles that lead to an extraordinary cache of letters and a promise of hidden gold. As Emily and her family uncover Harry's secrets one by one, they learn unforgettable lessons about romance, forgiveness and hope that might hold them all together. Editorial Reviews: Initially self-published, Letters for Emily developed a rabid fan following in Camron Wrights native Utah, even more so after a glowing endorsement by Mary Higgins Clark. Under the vocal guidance of Joe Barrett, this audiobook (a first novel) earns its common designations as both a "tearjerker" and a "heartwarmer". Barrett easily moves between the epistolary voice of a grandfather suffering from Alzheimers and the lively family interactions in the present moment of the audiobook. Deeply satisfied by the conclusion of the performance, Letters for Emily listeners take away end-of-life wisdom as well as profound messages about appreciation and forgiveness. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Camron Wright) Tue, 30 Jul 2013 03:38:14 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Letters-for-Emily-Audiobook/B00DIHC7F8 thebookvoice.com 05:50:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Letters for Emily Author: Camron Wright Narrator: Joe Barrett Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 07-30-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: You are so young. You may wonder what an old man like me could teach? I wonder as well. I certainly don't claim to know all the answers. I'm barely figuring out the questions...Life has a strange way of repeating itself and I want my experience to help you...My hope is that you'll consider my words and remember my heart. Harry Whitney is dying. He has Alzheimer's disease, and he knows his "good" time is dwindling. So he compiles a book of poems for his favorite granddaughter, Emily, hoping that his words of hard-won wisdom will heal the old wounds that are tearing his family apart. But Harry's poems contain much more than meets the eye -- clues and riddles that lead to an extraordinary cache of letters and a promise of hidden gold. As Emily and her family uncover Harry's secrets one by one, they learn unforgettable lessons about romance, forgiveness and hope that might hold them all together. Editorial Reviews: Initially self-published, Letters for Emily developed a rabid fan following in Camron Wrights native Utah, even more so after a glowing endorsement by Mary Higgins Clark. Under the vocal guidance of Joe Barrett, this audiobook (a first novel) earns its common designations as both a "tearjerker" and a "heartwarmer". Barrett easily moves between the epistolary voice of a grandfather suffering from Alzheimers and the lively family interactions in the present moment of the audiobook. Deeply satisfied by the conclusion of the performance, Letters for Emily listeners take away end-of-life wisdom as well as profound messages about appreciation and forgiveness. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Letters for Emily Author: Camron Wright Narrator: Joe Barrett Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 07-30-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: You are so young. You may wonder what an old man like me could teach? I wonder as well. I certainly don't claim to know all the answers. I'm barely figuring out the questions...Life has a strange way of repeating itself and I want my experience to help you...My hope is that you'll consider my words and remember my heart. Harry Whitney is dying. He has Alzheimer's disease, and he knows his "good" time is dwindling. So he compiles a book of poems for his favorite granddaughter, Emily, hoping that his words of hard-won wisdom will heal the old wounds that are tearing his family apart. But Harry's poems contain much more than meets the eye -- clues and riddles that lead to an extraordinary cache of letters and a promise of hidden gold. As Emily and her family uncover Harry's secrets one by one, they learn unforgettable lessons about romance, forgiveness and hope that might hold them all together. Editorial Reviews: Initially self-published, Letters for Emily developed a rabid fan following in Camron Wrights native Utah, even more so after a glowing endorsement by Mary Higgins Clark. Under the vocal guidance of Joe Barrett, this audiobook (a first novel) earns its common designations as both a "tearjerker" and a "heartwarmer". Barrett easily moves between the epistolary voice of a grandfather suffering from Alzheimers and the lively family interactions in the present moment of the audiobook. Deeply satisfied by the conclusion of the performance, Letters for Emily listeners take away end-of-life wisdom as well as profound messages about appreciation and forgiveness. Members Reviews: So Inspiring!! Loved it, loved it loved it!!! Soo enjoyable, inspiring and uplifting!!! Thank you for such a powerful, wonderful story!!! So beautiful This story as such a beautiful book about loving each other and yourself and helps you to remember to always work your love out. A book to live by! The story is a little cheesy, but I loved that it is clean and easy to listen to. My favorite part of this book is that the letters to Emily have the greatest words of wisdom. Definitely something I want my kids to read. This would be a great book to listen to on a long drive as a family with teens. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/My-Prison-Without-Bars-Audiobook/B00PBDF2JA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Prison Without Bars Subtitle: The Journey of a Damaged Woman to Someplace Normal Author: Taylor Evan Fulks Narrator: Em Eldridge Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs Language: English Release date: 11-07-14 Publisher: Taylor Fulks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 208 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: My Prison without Bars: The Journey Of A Damaged Woman To Someplace Normal is a novel based on a true story...Taylor's story. My Prison without Bars is a courageous and harrowing journey through the catacombs of hell, from the mind and voice of a little girl, living with her own monster underneath her bed. Written in first person, this novel is not a memoir, but more a psychological thriller based on true events; chronicling one woman's attempt to claw her way out of the darkness of Child Sexual Abuse, while struggling to find normal, in a not-so-normal world. It is poignant, dark and graphic; not for the faint of heart. This novel will make you feel... *Warning* this novel is graphic and disturbing. It may trigger csa victims. It is intended for 18+ readers biacuaduc@gmail.com (Taylor Evan Fulks) Fri, 07 Nov 2014 20:27:40 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/My-Prison-Without-Bars-Audiobook/B00PBDF2JA thebookvoice.com 00:16:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Prison Without Bars Subtitle: The Journey of a Damaged Woman to Someplace Normal Author: Taylor Evan Fulks Narrator: Em Eldridge Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs Language: English Release date: 11-07-14 Publisher: Taylor Fulks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 208 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: My Prison without Bars: The Journey Of A Damaged Woman To Someplace Normal is a novel based on a true story...Taylor's story. My Prison without Bars is a courageous and harrowing journey through the catacombs of hell, from the mind and voice of a little girl, living with her own monster underneath her bed. Written in first person, this novel is not a memoir, but more a psychological thriller based on true events; chronicling one woman's attempt to claw her way out of the darkness of Child Sexual Abuse, while struggling to find normal, in a not-so-normal world. It is poignant, dark and graphic; not for the faint of heart. This novel will make you feel... *Warning* this novel is graphic and disturbing. It may trigger csa victims. It is intended for 18+ readers Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Prison Without Bars Subtitle: The Journey of a Damaged Woman to Someplace Normal Author: Taylor Evan Fulks Narrator: Em Eldridge Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs Language: English Release date: 11-07-14 Publisher: Taylor Fulks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 208 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: My Prison without Bars: The Journey Of A Damaged Woman To Someplace Normal is a novel based on a true story...Taylor's story. My Prison without Bars is a courageous and harrowing journey through the catacombs of hell, from the mind and voice of a little girl, living with her own monster underneath her bed. Written in first person, this novel is not a memoir, but more a psychological thriller based on true events; chronicling one woman's attempt to claw her way out of the darkness of Child Sexual Abuse, while struggling to find normal, in a not-so-normal world. It is poignant, dark and graphic; not for the faint of heart. This novel will make you feel... *Warning* this novel is graphic and disturbing. It may trigger csa victims. It is intended for 18+ readers Members Reviews: My life I am a 45 yr old woman , who to this day has never been able to put pen to paper and write my story , although I have wanted to throughout countless times in my life. This book has brought about my sad and lonely childhood memories, as if it was written from the depths of my soul , I to suffered in much the same way as the Author, our childhood and adult life are mirror images of one another. I praise Taylor for having the strength to push through and become the woman she has! Even though I become a mother of 5 children and have vowed to never let them see the sadness or live the way I had lived , I lost myself completely as I have devoted my life to my children! I still haven't the strength to confront my mother , I am still yearning for her love and acceptance, I struggle daily with my past , and have never had one person to count on throughout my life:( I would love to one day speak with the author , as she has given me a tiny bit of hope that maybe someday I can do as she has done and move on. I know this is just a review regarding her book , and she will probably never get a chance to read this, however I would like her to know she is not alone , and I too know all to well what she has endured! My best wishes to her and her family ! May she always have the strength and love within to make it in this crazy life . A letdown It started off engaging going on horrific. I wanted to hear about her childhood and find out when does someone finally come to the rescue. but instead just like that her tormentor is gone and I found myself listening to her experience with her first boyfriend, blah, blah, blah... Yawn All in all a waste of credit! Skip! Opt for something else that catches your attention! hard to hear then boring. The start of this book is grafic horror, i almost stopped listing to it many times. I have never heard a book that made my body repelle in anguish. Then the majority of the rest of the book was the mundane life of a woman who needed counseling. Written well, but really just stories and accounts that ment nothing to the main idea of the book. Very sexually graphic and begins feeling contrived Having worked with damaged children, I enjoy reading others' accounts of their trials and successes. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Only-His-Audiobook/B005NCFCTO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Only His Subtitle: A Fool's Gold Romance, Book 6 Author: Susan Mallery Narrator: Tanya Eby Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 09-27-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 540 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Wedding bells are ringing in Fools Gold, but not for Nevada Hendrix. Her triplet sisters are engaged, and even her mother has a more active love life than she does. Determined to make a fresh start, she applies for her dream job, only to discover that her new boss is her first love. Maybe she could overlook the fact that theyve seen each other naked, but shell never forget the way he broke her heart. Tucker Janack agrees to Nevadas business only ground rules. After all, love is a trap that the construction millionaire has avoided his whole life. But when great business partners turn out to be so much more, every rule gets broken. Will either of them be willing to try again...or will their past get in the way? Critic Reviews: Warm, funny and sexy... a satisfying, rewarding read. (Library Journal on Chasing Perfect) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Susan Mallery) Tue, 27 Sep 2011 18:51:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Only-His-Audiobook/B005NCFCTO thebookvoice.com 09:05:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Only His Subtitle: A Fool's Gold Romance, Book 6 Author: Susan Mallery Narrator: Tanya Eby Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 09-27-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 540 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Wedding bells are ringing in Fools Gold, but not for Nevada Hendrix. Her triplet sisters are engaged, and even her mother has a more active love life than she does. Determined to make a fresh start, she applies for her dream job, only to discover that her new boss is her first love. Maybe she could overlook the fact that theyve seen each other naked, but shell never forget the way he broke her heart. Tucker Janack agrees to Nevadas business only ground rules. After all, love is a trap that the construction millionaire has avoided his whole life. But when great business partners turn out to be so much more, every rule gets broken. Will either of them be willing to try again...or will their past get in the way? Critic Reviews: Warm, funny and sexy... a satisfying, rewarding read. (Library Journal on Chasing Perfect) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Only His Subtitle: A Fool's Gold Romance, Book 6 Author: Susan Mallery Narrator: Tanya Eby Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 09-27-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 540 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Wedding bells are ringing in Fools Gold, but not for Nevada Hendrix. Her triplet sisters are engaged, and even her mother has a more active love life than she does. Determined to make a fresh start, she applies for her dream job, only to discover that her new boss is her first love. Maybe she could overlook the fact that theyve seen each other naked, but shell never forget the way he broke her heart. Tucker Janack agrees to Nevadas business only ground rules. After all, love is a trap that the construction millionaire has avoided his whole life. But when great business partners turn out to be so much more, every rule gets broken. Will either of them be willing to try again...or will their past get in the way? Critic Reviews: Warm, funny and sexy... a satisfying, rewarding read. (Library Journal on Chasing Perfect) Members Reviews: You have to love Fools Gold !!! Another very enjoyable book by Susan Mallery ! Susan has a way of making the characters in her books come to life as if they could be your neighbor. This time around it is Nevada's turn & she is just as spunky as ever. As an added surprise on this visit to Fools Gold we have two other couples come together. The narrator does a good job. Enjoyable narration Enjoyed the story, glad the triplets got their HEA. Jo's secret was handled well, I could understand why she didn't tell anyone. It was refreshing to have a character not sugarcoat their experience. Nevada - my favorite of the series so far! Where does Only His rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? This is one of my absolutes favorite audiobooks. I love the characters and this story touched me. What did you like best about this story? I love that Tucker and Nevada have a history that is perfect but they manage to be "real " about being adults. What does Tanya Eby bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? She is a great reader. I love her being the voice of the series. It would suck if she didn't read all the books. Some readers ruin books hut not Tanya. If you could take any character from Only His out to dinner, who would it be and why? Tucker-because I imagine him being great at conversation and easy on the eyes. Any additional comments? Love this series. Wish their were more and I didn't have to wait so long between books. I have to re-listen because I get through the books so fast. I have read this book 3 times so far. I loved this book. If you could sum up Only His in three words, what would they be? Very good romance Who was your favorite character and why? Nevada Any additional comments? I didn't know it was a part of a series. Definately will be getting the others. Fools Gold I haven't heard or read any thing that I could say anything bad about this series. I love all the people in this series. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Too-Close-to-Touch-Audiobook/B00AEYE22Y Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Too Close to Touch Author: Georgia Beers Narrator: Abby Craden Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 12-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 304 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Life gets complicated when love turns out to be nothing like you expected - and the woman you want is too close to touch. Gretchen Kaiser is a workaholic corporate honcho with issues - shes got daddy issues, shes got female-executive-in-a-mans-world issues, and shes got one-night-stand issues. What she doesnt have are love issues. She isnt looking for it, she doesnt feel she needs it, and she doesnt expect to find itcertainly not right under her nose. Kylie OBrien is the kind of girl who believes in true love and is willing to wait until it shows up at her door. Her best friend, Mick, would sweep her off her feet given the chance, but Mick doesnt make Kylie feel the way true love should. And now Kylie has to worry about her new boss.... Gretchen Kaisers icy reserve makes life as her administrative assistant a challenge. It doesnt matter one damn bit that Gretchen is extremely attractive with a voice as rich and smooth as melted chocolate. It absolutely doesnt biacuaduc@gmail.com (Georgia Beers) Wed, 26 Dec 2012 04:30:57 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Too-Close-to-Touch-Audiobook/B00AEYE22Y thebookvoice.com 07:18:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Too Close to Touch Author: Georgia Beers Narrator: Abby Craden Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 12-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 304 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Life gets complicated when love turns out to be nothing like you expected - and the woman you want is too close to touch. Gretchen Kaiser is a workaholic corporate honcho with issues - shes got daddy issues, shes got female-executive-in-a-mans-world issues, and shes got one-night-stand issues. What she doesnt have are love issues. She isnt looking for it, she doesnt feel she needs it, and she doesnt expect to find itcertainly not right under her nose. Kylie OBrien is the kind of girl who believes in true love and is willing to wait until it shows up at her door. Her best friend, Mick, would sweep her off her feet given the chance, but Mick doesnt make Kylie feel the way true love should. And now Kylie has to worry about her new boss.... Gretchen Kaisers icy reserve makes life as her administrative assistant a challenge. It doesnt matter one damn bit that Gretchen is extremely attractive with a voice as rich and smooth as melted chocolate. It absolutely doesnt Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Too Close to Touch Author: Georgia Beers Narrator: Abby Craden Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 12-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 304 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Life gets complicated when love turns out to be nothing like you expected - and the woman you want is too close to touch. Gretchen Kaiser is a workaholic corporate honcho with issues - shes got daddy issues, shes got female-executive-in-a-mans-world issues, and shes got one-night-stand issues. What she doesnt have are love issues. She isnt looking for it, she doesnt feel she needs it, and she doesnt expect to find itcertainly not right under her nose. Kylie OBrien is the kind of girl who believes in true love and is willing to wait until it shows up at her door. Her best friend, Mick, would sweep her off her feet given the chance, but Mick doesnt make Kylie feel the way true love should. And now Kylie has to worry about her new boss.... Gretchen Kaisers icy reserve makes life as her administrative assistant a challenge. It doesnt matter one damn bit that Gretchen is extremely attractive with a voice as rich and smooth as melted chocolate. It absolutely doesnt Members Reviews: Too close to the formula My daughter has exposed me to new types of literature in the last three years; both in audio as well as written form. One of these is lesbian fiction. Some of these works are excellent and I've enjoyed listening to them and discussing them with her. I thought for a time that this would be one of the most positive experiences in the genre. Then began the whole lack of communication leading to misunderstandings; insecurities boil over and the whole why would she want me angst and I was soon searching for a diversion until some sort of resolution was finally reached. In the end I gave it three stars due the protracted playing out of the drama that seriously detracted a great deal from this audiobook. Because while I liked the characters almost universally; the long contrived pseudo romantic dance became too tiresome and managed to pull down the rest of the work. Hot hot hot Who weeeeee - that Georgia Beers is a writing ass! I mean the intricate ins and outs of relationships and the deep in depth emotional roller coaster of feelings is absolutely the best ever!! Keep on writing Ms Beers you da best! That Abby is a reading ass -- she could read the phone book and make it sound good! Keep on reading!! A+++ great read! Love it I've never heard of Georgia Beers before. I looked at the other reviews and agree this is a good book. The relationship between Gretchen and Kylie is not rushed and is realistic loved that. Also liked the woman where around my age. I enjoyed this book. Also Abby is my favorite narrator. Every book I've bought with her has been wonderful. Not sure who I was supposed to be rooting for... Any additional comments? I am a Georgia Beers fan, I have read several of her books and enjoyed them immensely. That is probably why I was so disappointed in this read. The characters didn't develop fully for me, mostly coming across as one-dimensional, self-centered and not very likable. I wasn't sure which pairing I was supposed to be rooting for, with the one semi-sympathetic character losing in the end in more ways than one. But the greatest distraction for me was the narration. The deeper or masculine voices were done with a weird, scratchy affect that ended up sounding like Danny from the Shining saying "redrum." Lines that seemed to be part of a normal conversation were delivered with tones of anger or seduction that threw off the whole story. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Devil-and-Miss-Prym-Audiobook/B002V1O9Y4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Devil and Miss Prym Subtitle: A Novel of Temptation Author: Paulo Coelho Narrator: Linda Emond Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-06 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 254 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The remote village of Viscos is the setting for this extraordinary struggle. A stranger arrives, carrying with him a backpack containing a notebook and 11 gold bars. He comes searching for the answer to a question that torments him: Are human beings, in essence, good or evil? In welcoming the mysterious foreigner, the whole village becomes an accomplice to his sophisticated plot, which will forever mark their lives. Paulo Coelho's stunning novel explores the timeless struggle between good and evil and its relevance to our everyday dilemmas: to dare to follow our dreams, to have the courage to be different, and to master the fear that prevents us from truly living. Critic Reviews: "Philosophical questions are posed by Coehlo in the same mesmerizing, lyrical style he employed in The Alchemist." (Booklist) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Paulo Coelho) Fri, 07 Jul 2006 08:10:15 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Devil-and-Miss-Prym-Audiobook/B002V1O9Y4 thebookvoice.com 04:33:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Devil and Miss Prym Subtitle: A Novel of Temptation Author: Paulo Coelho Narrator: Linda Emond Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-06 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 254 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The remote village of Viscos is the setting for this extraordinary struggle. A stranger arrives, carrying with him a backpack containing a notebook and 11 gold bars. He comes searching for the answer to a question that torments him: Are human beings, in essence, good or evil? In welcoming the mysterious foreigner, the whole village becomes an accomplice to his sophisticated plot, which will forever mark their lives. Paulo Coelho's stunning novel explores the timeless struggle between good and evil and its relevance to our everyday dilemmas: to dare to follow our dreams, to have the courage to be different, and to master the fear that prevents us from truly living. Critic Reviews: "Philosophical questions are posed by Coehlo in the same mesmerizing, lyrical style he employed in The Alchemist." (Booklist) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Devil and Miss Prym Subtitle: A Novel of Temptation Author: Paulo Coelho Narrator: Linda Emond Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-06 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 254 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The remote village of Viscos is the setting for this extraordinary struggle. A stranger arrives, carrying with him a backpack containing a notebook and 11 gold bars. He comes searching for the answer to a question that torments him: Are human beings, in essence, good or evil? In welcoming the mysterious foreigner, the whole village becomes an accomplice to his sophisticated plot, which will forever mark their lives. Paulo Coelho's stunning novel explores the timeless struggle between good and evil and its relevance to our everyday dilemmas: to dare to follow our dreams, to have the courage to be different, and to master the fear that prevents us from truly living. Critic Reviews: "Philosophical questions are posed by Coehlo in the same mesmerizing, lyrical style he employed in The Alchemist." (Booklist) Members Reviews: Classic. I enjoy this author and have read many of his books but I must admit that after listening to this book, I realized that the book was written to be read out loud. I found it very enjoyable and was disappointed that audible only carried one other book--"the alchemist"--by this author. I loved it! The Art of Storytelling This is classic storytelling, and it is well done. Good vs. Evil with the hero/heroine facing a moral delima. The ending is not quite what I had wished, but if everything were as we expect, where is the suspense? A battle between goog and evil Well read. However, it would have been better to have a male narrator as well. This book captures the timeless battle between good and evil. The author uses his right once more to delve into the mystic to illustrate his point. Enjoyable listen A story from the collective consciousness of man. the Battle of Good and Evil. what happens when a man comes into town offering every person's hearts desire if they do the one thing that their soul could be destroyed for...... Terrible, although not as bad as The Pilgrimage This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? Anyone who says "I'm not religious, but I'm spiritual." Fans of the Twilight Zone episode "The Hunt." Would you ever listen to anything by Paulo Coelho again? This is the second Paulo Coelho book I've read and it was better than the first (the truly terrible Camino de Santiago book) so maybe if I read another one it will be even better and I'll eventually like Paulo Coelho as much as everyone else seems to? But the kind of woo-woo spirituality (much love to all abrahamic faiths but special shout out to Catholicism) on display is a lot for my skeptic mind to deal with. What three words best describe Linda Emonds performance? Doing her best. Any additional comments? Rip-offs of the Twilight Zone and Shirley Jackson's The Lottery are packed into a relatively short book but it still seemed too long. It could have been a 40 page short story. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Bee-Season-Audiobook/B002V5B6EG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bee Season Subtitle: A Novel Author: Myla Goldberg Narrator: Myla Goldberg Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 11-16-05 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 276 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Myla Goldberg's keen eye for detail brings Eliza's journey to three-dimensional life. As she rises from classroom obscurity to the blinding lights and outsized expectations of the National Bee, Eliza's small pains and large joys are finely wrought and deeply felt. Not merely a coming-of-age story, Goldberg's first novel delicately examines the unraveling fabric of one family. The outcome of this tale is as startling and unconventional as her prose, which wields its metaphors sharply and rings with maturity. The work of a lyrical and gifted storyteller, Bee Season marks the arrival of an extraordinarily talented new writer. Critic Reviews: "Goldberg strikes new ground here, and displays a fresh, distinctive and totally winning voice." (Publishers Weekly) "There is something of Holden Caulfield in Eliza, the same crazed determination to save her loved ones from themselves. An impressive debut from a remarkably talented writer." (Booklist) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Myla Goldberg) Wed, 16 Nov 2005 16:47:31 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Bee-Season-Audiobook/B002V5B6EG thebookvoice.com 11:54:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bee Season Subtitle: A Novel Author: Myla Goldberg Narrator: Myla Goldberg Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 11-16-05 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 276 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Myla Goldberg's keen eye for detail brings Eliza's journey to three-dimensional life. As she rises from classroom obscurity to the blinding lights and outsized expectations of the National Bee, Eliza's small pains and large joys are finely wrought and deeply felt. Not merely a coming-of-age story, Goldberg's first novel delicately examines the unraveling fabric of one family. The outcome of this tale is as startling and unconventional as her prose, which wields its metaphors sharply and rings with maturity. The work of a lyrical and gifted storyteller, Bee Season marks the arrival of an extraordinarily talented new writer. Critic Reviews: "Goldberg strikes new ground here, and displays a fresh, distinctive and totally winning voice." (Publishers Weekly) "There is something of Holden Caulfield in Eliza, the same crazed determination to save her loved ones from themselves. An impressive debut from a remarkably talented writer." (Booklist) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bee Season Subtitle: A Novel Author: Myla Goldberg Narrator: Myla Goldberg Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 11-16-05 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 276 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Myla Goldberg's keen eye for detail brings Eliza's journey to three-dimensional life. As she rises from classroom obscurity to the blinding lights and outsized expectations of the National Bee, Eliza's small pains and large joys are finely wrought and deeply felt. Not merely a coming-of-age story, Goldberg's first novel delicately examines the unraveling fabric of one family. The outcome of this tale is as startling and unconventional as her prose, which wields its metaphors sharply and rings with maturity. The work of a lyrical and gifted storyteller, Bee Season marks the arrival of an extraordinarily talented new writer. Critic Reviews: "Goldberg strikes new ground here, and displays a fresh, distinctive and totally winning voice." (Publishers Weekly) "There is something of Holden Caulfield in Eliza, the same crazed determination to save her loved ones from themselves. An impressive debut from a remarkably talented writer." (Booklist) Members Reviews: Fascinating concept but something missing Bee Season combines a young girl's unexpected gift for spelling with the exploration of her family's dysfunction and each family member's individual pursuit of spirituality even as the family pulls apart at the seams. I love Goldberg's imaginative description of Eliza's experience with vowels and consonants as her spelling becomes more and more mystical. I also love the creative and beautiful depiction of Eliza's mother's obsession (I won't give anything away by saying what she's obessed with). But, some of the characters' motivations are unclear or not believable, and this makes some of the plot hard to swallow. Also, I appreciate that Goldberg is reading her own book - but with only a few exceptions I find that actors or professional readers do a better job than the authors themselves, and this book is no exception. Then on the positive side, Goldberg's discussion of Jewish mysticism and alternative religion is pretty fascinating. So, I do recommend it but with some reservation. I'm curious to see the movie verion with Richard Gere and Juliette Binoche. Goldberg's Delight I tend to avoid fiction, but was encouraged by the reviews and friends to take this volume on. I did and I wasn't disappointed. I seek out books that are informative, expand my sense of self and life, are well written and expertly read. This volume fills the bill on every front. This is the story of Eliza Naumann who suddenly discovers a talent for spelling and the associated competition - Spelling Bee. That is just another "coming of age" book with a grand exception. Myla Golberg has this quiet, unassuming way of letting the reader know what it is like to be part of a Cantor's family that is coming a part. She weaves wonderfully Jewish mysticism and compulsive behavior into a tremendous portrait that has revisited my mind often since reading. The portrait of how 9 year old Eliza learns to spell and her intricate relationship with her brother is worth the price of admission. Yet, there is much much more. This book was very satisfying to me. Dysfunctional Family Having never heard of the author or the book, I was bowled over by this book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Castaways-Audiobook/B002V0JZFI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Castaways Subtitle: A Novel Author: Elin Hilderbrand Narrator: Katie Hale Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-09 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 267 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Once again, Hilderbrand masterfully weaves an intense tale of love and loyalty set against the backdrop of endless summer island life. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Elin Hilderbrand) Wed, 01 Jul 2009 01:08:37 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Castaways-Audiobook/B002V0JZFI thebookvoice.com 12:58:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Castaways Subtitle: A Novel Author: Elin Hilderbrand Narrator: Katie Hale Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-09 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 267 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Once again, Hilderbrand masterfully weaves an intense tale of love and loyalty set against the backdrop of endless summer island life. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Castaways Subtitle: A Novel Author: Elin Hilderbrand Narrator: Katie Hale Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-09 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 267 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Once again, Hilderbrand masterfully weaves an intense tale of love and loyalty set against the backdrop of endless summer island life. Members Reviews: not impressed I guess I have questions how people can call each other best friends when they are doing the spouse of someone they call a best friend. It was a struggle to keep engaged in the story but in the end I listened to the story just to find out whodunit. Sometimes the narrator seem engaged in the story but there were times she was monotone and sounding just as bored as the words she was reading. The Castaways-Excellent Read I loved this book and the narrator was really good as well, didn't get tired of her at all. She kept saying "Quay's" like k-ways where I come from that's said "Keys" I found myself yelling at my dashboard on the long commute home "Keys, it's Keys" but I'm not from Nantucket maybe that's how they say it there - all that aside, I really, really loved this book, great story, excellent characters - downloaded Barefoot right after. A Summer Affair was my first by this author and I didn't care for it but I'm glad I looked further and found this book Fun listening relaxing, addictive great listen. I didntjust listen in the car, I listened at home I really wanted to find out what happened next & I talked about the book to other people. Great book Don't cast away this one Though initially I had a hard time sorting out who was married to whom, I really enjoyed this book. Well written, good story line, good narration. I was concerned that (like many a good book) the ending would be disappointing, but I'm happy to say that the author finished as strong as she started. A good listen. Loved It! A great story about great friends and the many different shapes of friendships/bonds. A feel good read worth the time. With so many dark secrets, the author does well in unfolding them a little at a time. Every ball that was thrown into the air is acknowledged at some point later allowing the storyline to layer nicely. I appreciated the narration and hearing the story in each character's perspective. Worth listening to! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Rough-Music-Audiobook/B073VWNYDV Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rough Music Author: Patrick Gale Narrator: Patrick Gale Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 07-14-17 Publisher: Patrick Gale Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In the late 1960s, aged seven, Julian is taken on the perfect beachside holiday to North Cornwall. When American cousins unexpected join the party, however, emotions rapidly reach fever pitch and events spiral dangerously out of control. Though he has been raised in the shadow of the prison his father runs, and though his parents are neither as normal nor as happy as he supposes, Julian's world view is the sunnily selfish one of boyhood. It is only when he becomes a man - seemingly at easy with love, with his sexuality, with his ghosts - that the traumatic effects of that distant summer rise up to challenge his defiant assertion that he is happy and always has been. Told in two timeframes, the story begins gently enough yet rapidly comes to assert all the grip of a thriller as we realize that a deep trauma is looming but can't be exactly sure what form it will take. It uses its double-barreled structure to deliver two powerful climaxes for the power of one and to double the emotional rewards for the listener. A favorite with Patrick Gale's army of fans since it was first published in 2000, Rough Music was the novel that brought Gale's writing to the attention of a much wider public and his first to achieve best-seller status. He freely admits it was written in an attempt to solve the mystery of his parents' enduring marriage and also that it draws on painful memories he retains of the sense of otherness he felt as a gay child yet to understand quite where his difference lay. There is a retrospective to it in that Gale's real life mother would come to be killed by the Alzheimer's disease he imagines laying waste her fictional counterpart. This is the first time Rough Music has been made available as an audiobook, and it's read here by the author himself, a noted performer on the international festival circuit. You can find out more about the novel and Gale's other work on galewarning.org. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Patrick Gale) Fri, 14 Jul 2017 21:22:56 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Rough-Music-Audiobook/B073VWNYDV thebookvoice.com 12:39:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rough Music Author: Patrick Gale Narrator: Patrick Gale Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 07-14-17 Publisher: Patrick Gale Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In the late 1960s, aged seven, Julian is taken on the perfect beachside holiday to North Cornwall. When American cousins unexpected join the party, however, emotions rapidly reach fever pitch and events spiral dangerously out of control. Though he has been raised in the shadow of the prison his father runs, and though his parents are neither as normal nor as happy as he supposes, Julian's world view is the sunnily selfish one of boyhood. It is only when he becomes a man - seemingly at easy with love, with his sexuality, with his ghosts - that the traumatic effects of that distant summer rise up to challenge his defiant assertion that he is happy and always has been. Told in two timeframes, the story begins gently enough yet rapidly comes to assert all the grip of a thriller as we realize that a deep trauma is looming but can't be exactly sure what form it will take. It uses its double-barreled structure to deliver two powerful climaxes for the power of one and to double the emotional rewards for the listener. A favorite with Patrick Gale's army of fans since it was first published in 2000, Rough Music was the novel that brought Gale's writing to the attention of a much wider public and his first to achieve best-seller status. He freely admits it was written in an attempt to solve the mystery of his parents' enduring marriage and also that it draws on painful memories he retains of the sense of otherness he felt as a gay child yet to understand quite where his difference lay. There is a retrospective to it in that Gale's real life mother would come to be killed by the Alzheimer's disease he imagines laying waste her fictional counterpart. This is the first time Rough Music has been made available as an audiobook, and it's read here by the author himself, a noted performer on the international festival circuit. You can find out more about the novel and Gale's other work on galewarning.org. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rough Music Author: Patrick Gale Narrator: Patrick Gale Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 07-14-17 Publisher: Patrick Gale Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In the late 1960s, aged seven, Julian is taken on the perfect beachside holiday to North Cornwall. When American cousins unexpected join the party, however, emotions rapidly reach fever pitch and events spiral dangerously out of control. Though he has been raised in the shadow of the prison his father runs, and though his parents are neither as normal nor as happy as he supposes, Julian's world view is the sunnily selfish one of boyhood. It is only when he becomes a man - seemingly at easy with love, with his sexuality, with his ghosts - that the traumatic effects of that distant summer rise up to challenge his defiant assertion that he is happy and always has been. Told in two timeframes, the story begins gently enough yet rapidly comes to assert all the grip of a thriller as we realize that a deep trauma is looming but can't be exactly sure what form it will take. It uses its double-barreled structure to deliver two powerful climaxes for the power of one and to double the emotional rewards for the listener. A favorite with Patrick Gale's army of fans since it was first published in 2000, Rough Music was the novel that brought Gale's writing to the attention of a much wider public and his first to achieve best-seller status. He freely admits it was written in an attempt to solve the mystery of his parents' enduring marriage and also that it draws on painful memories he retains of the sense of otherness he felt as a gay child yet to understand quite where his difference lay. There is a retrospective to it in that Gale's real life mother would come to be killed by the Alzheimer's disease he imagines laying waste her fictional counterpart. This is the first time Rough Music has been made available as an audiobook, and it's read here by the author himself, a noted performer on the international festival circuit. You can find out more about the novel and Gale's other work on galewarning.org. Members Reviews: Gay 'cult' classic read by the author Beautiful and touching family drama Loved the book when it first came out but had forgot a lot of it. I found myself returning to the awestruck wonder as I was getting back into it. Gale 's performance is excellent and I got to appreciate the story on a different level as through the acting some parts became clearer to me Great story about family , secrets identity and moving on. My dogs are grateful for the extra long walks I took them on so I could listen to another chapter Wonderful I read this book many years ago and loved it - now listening to Patrick Gale read it himself has confirmed what an utterly delightful book it is. An absolute must! Rough Music As always well written,interesting and believable characters and gripping story line. I found myself holding my breath towards the end hoping for a happy ending, and weeping for the pain experienced by a loving partner dealing with the living hell of altziemers. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Into-the-Beautiful-North-Audiobook/B01MUST2WB Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Into the Beautiful North Subtitle: A Novel Author: Luis Alberto Urrea Narrator: Susan Ericksen Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Nineteen-year-old Nayeli works at a taco shop in her Mexican village and dreams about her father, who journeyed to the US to find work. Recently it has dawned on her that he isn't the only man who has left town. In fact there are almost no men in the village - they've all gone north. While watching The Magnificent Seven, Nayeli decides to go north herself and recruit seven men - her own "Siete Magníficos" - to repopulate her hometown and protect it from the bandidos who plan on taking it over. Filled with unforgettable characters and prose as radiant as the Sinaloan sun, Into the Beautiful North is the story of an irresistible young woman's quest to find herself on both sides of the fence. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Luis Alberto Urrea) Tue, 07 Feb 2017 07:16:41 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Into-the-Beautiful-North-Audiobook/B01MUST2WB thebookvoice.com 11:31:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Into the Beautiful North Subtitle: A Novel Author: Luis Alberto Urrea Narrator: Susan Ericksen Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Nineteen-year-old Nayeli works at a taco shop in her Mexican village and dreams about her father, who journeyed to the US to find work. Recently it has dawned on her that he isn't the only man who has left town. In fact there are almost no men in the village - they've all gone north. While watching The Magnificent Seven, Nayeli decides to go north herself and recruit seven men - her own "Siete Magníficos" - to repopulate her hometown and protect it from the bandidos who plan on taking it over. Filled with unforgettable characters and prose as radiant as the Sinaloan sun, Into the Beautiful North is the story of an irresistible young woman's quest to find herself on both sides of the fence. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Into the Beautiful North Subtitle: A Novel Author: Luis Alberto Urrea Narrator: Susan Ericksen Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Nineteen-year-old Nayeli works at a taco shop in her Mexican village and dreams about her father, who journeyed to the US to find work. Recently it has dawned on her that he isn't the only man who has left town. In fact there are almost no men in the village - they've all gone north. While watching The Magnificent Seven, Nayeli decides to go north herself and recruit seven men - her own "Siete Magníficos" - to repopulate her hometown and protect it from the bandidos who plan on taking it over. Filled with unforgettable characters and prose as radiant as the Sinaloan sun, Into the Beautiful North is the story of an irresistible young woman's quest to find herself on both sides of the fence. Members Reviews: Good story but narrator mispronounces Spanish words. Loved the story, but I wish they would have gotten a narrator who speaks Spanish or at least pronounced the Spanish words correctly. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/People-of-the-ER-Audiobook/B078DTM8WJ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: People of the ER Author: Philip Allen Green MD Narrator: David de Vries Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 12-26-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Standing in the trauma room of an emergency department is like standing at ground zero of a nuclear reaction, only it's not radiation that is released - but stories. Stories that are told and retold, sometimes just until the end of the shift, but sometimes for decades. A survivor of domestic violence makes it to the hospital but cannot trust anyone. An anonymous man passes away after being taken to the emergency room, and no one can identify him. The spouse of a cancer patient must decide whether to force her to undergo chemotherapy or to let her pass away in peace. These stories - and all the rest in People of the ER - grapple with what it means to be human in the face of trauma and death. Written by the author of Trauma Room Two, People of the ER delves deeper into the lives of the patients and staff that work in a small, rural emergency room. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Philip Allen Green MD) Tue, 26 Dec 2017 03:33:35 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/People-of-the-ER-Audiobook/B078DTM8WJ thebookvoice.com 05:38:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: People of the ER Author: Philip Allen Green MD Narrator: David de Vries Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 12-26-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Standing in the trauma room of an emergency department is like standing at ground zero of a nuclear reaction, only it's not radiation that is released - but stories. Stories that are told and retold, sometimes just until the end of the shift, but sometimes for decades. A survivor of domestic violence makes it to the hospital but cannot trust anyone. An anonymous man passes away after being taken to the emergency room, and no one can identify him. The spouse of a cancer patient must decide whether to force her to undergo chemotherapy or to let her pass away in peace. These stories - and all the rest in People of the ER - grapple with what it means to be human in the face of trauma and death. Written by the author of Trauma Room Two, People of the ER delves deeper into the lives of the patients and staff that work in a small, rural emergency room. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: People of the ER Author: Philip Allen Green MD Narrator: David de Vries Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 12-26-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Standing in the trauma room of an emergency department is like standing at ground zero of a nuclear reaction, only it's not radiation that is released - but stories. Stories that are told and retold, sometimes just until the end of the shift, but sometimes for decades. A survivor of domestic violence makes it to the hospital but cannot trust anyone. An anonymous man passes away after being taken to the emergency room, and no one can identify him. The spouse of a cancer patient must decide whether to force her to undergo chemotherapy or to let her pass away in peace. These stories - and all the rest in People of the ER - grapple with what it means to be human in the face of trauma and death. Written by the author of Trauma Room Two, People of the ER delves deeper into the lives of the patients and staff that work in a small, rural emergency room. Members Reviews: A fascinating, emotional and genuine look at life in the E.R. I would recommend this book to my friends. I feel like Dr. Green gave me stories of patients in the emergency room and he left me with an appreciation for life and death. He showed me people at their most vulnerable time and he treated them with compassion. I couldn't put this book down at times. I got so involved with the person and the situation they were in that I ended up caring about the patient. This was an interesting and eye opening novel. Another Great Book from Dr. Green! I loved Trauma Room Two and picked this up as soon as I saw it on Amazon. The author has a very unique perspective for a medical writer, focusing on the stories of people and how they meet his own in the ER. Many books by doctors focus heavily on the doctor's experience with patients mostly serving the role of set pieces. This book, like Trauma Room Two, does a great job of avoiding that trap. People of the ER This is the second book by Dr Green about life in the ER. I thought that the first book was fantastic and this one is even better. It's more than just stories about what happens in the ER. Dr. Green writes this book with compassion for the people he sees in the ER, understanding of the stress that the other medical people go through on a day to day basis in the ER and most importantly to me, his feeling about the job that he is doing and how it affects his life and the life of his family. Beautiful and well written, this is a must read! Art Home in Disaster When I saw this book by Philip Allen Green I was delighted. Having read his previous book, I knew his writing to be clean, his stories moving and true. I am still delighted but this book made me cry several times. His people are real, powerful and infinitely well drawn. Dr. Green's attachment and struggles rise from his compassion. This is not a "fun" book. It is, however, a balm to the soul, a reassurance that healing can and does arise among the poverty of modern medicine. My recommendation cannot be greater. like Philip's first book This, like Philip's first book, Trauma Room 2, is written with great compassion and understanding of the human soul and the impact of sudden illness or tragedy on not only the patient, but the doctor and the hospital staff serving the patient. If I am ever in an emergency situation I most certainly hope that someone like Dr. Green is there to help me. I think his books are the way that Philip works through the intensity of his ongoing experiences and responsibilities. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Unwelcomed-Child-Audiobook/B00LZGQN9A Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Unwelcomed Child Author: V. C. Andrews Narrator: Elizabeth Cottle Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 07-23-14 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 91 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Elle Edwards, who has been told she's a product of her mother's sinful mistake, has never gone to school, never met a teenager her own age, never even been allowed off her grandparents' property. Convinced that their granddaughter is infected with evil, Myra and Prescott Edwards believe that only the harshest child-rearing methods will prevent Elle from becoming an instrument of the devil. When Elle's mother finally returns home and tells a different story of her daughter's conception, Elle worries her grandparents are right. But with the help of a handsome boy vacationing nearby, Elle is finally about to discover the truth about her past.... biacuaduc@gmail.com (V. C. Andrews) Wed, 23 Jul 2014 15:33:12 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Unwelcomed-Child-Audiobook/B00LZGQN9A thebookvoice.com 09:17:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Unwelcomed Child Author: V. C. Andrews Narrator: Elizabeth Cottle Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 07-23-14 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 91 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Elle Edwards, who has been told she's a product of her mother's sinful mistake, has never gone to school, never met a teenager her own age, never even been allowed off her grandparents' property. Convinced that their granddaughter is infected with evil, Myra and Prescott Edwards believe that only the harshest child-rearing methods will prevent Elle from becoming an instrument of the devil. When Elle's mother finally returns home and tells a different story of her daughter's conception, Elle worries her grandparents are right. But with the help of a handsome boy vacationing nearby, Elle is finally about to discover the truth about her past.... Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Unwelcomed Child Author: V. C. Andrews Narrator: Elizabeth Cottle Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 07-23-14 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 91 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Elle Edwards, who has been told she's a product of her mother's sinful mistake, has never gone to school, never met a teenager her own age, never even been allowed off her grandparents' property. Convinced that their granddaughter is infected with evil, Myra and Prescott Edwards believe that only the harshest child-rearing methods will prevent Elle from becoming an instrument of the devil. When Elle's mother finally returns home and tells a different story of her daughter's conception, Elle worries her grandparents are right. But with the help of a handsome boy vacationing nearby, Elle is finally about to discover the truth about her past.... Members Reviews: Loved the narrator Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Energetic voice but did not sound as if she was on speed. Also did not try to fake a male voice If you could rename The Unwelcomed Child, what would you call it? The Hidden Child terrific story, it was a pleasure to read twister have been more to this story it was very interesting there could have been a lot more action a lot more drama lot more situations but I enjoyed it anyway Great story! story starts off a but slow, but really turns into a fantastic story. loved it loved it loved the book and the narrator!! this was my first time, and not the last. *searches for new book* Not much here... What would have made The Unwelcomed Child better? 200 less pages! Has The Unwelcomed Child turned you off from other books in this genre? Not at all. There is something very gothic and old fashioned about the way V. C. Andrews's books play out, even if it isn't really her anymore. It's a modern-ish story with a 100 year old feel if that makes sense. It's quite charming! What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike? There was not much I cared for in the performance. Ms. Cottle sounded like a high schooler being asked to read aloud in English class. There was very little inflection and everything seemed to run together in a monotone. The voices, while uninteresting, were at least infused with some decent acting, which saved things somewhat, but over all, I'd have to say, boring, boring, boring. I'd probably not listen to anything narrated by her again. However, the material could also have been the problem. Perhaps she didn't really have writing that would let her stretch her wings. If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from The Unwelcomed Child? Everything written under the V. C. Andrews name in the last 15 years seems full of boring details that don't advance the story. Series could be condensed into half their length and this book alone should have been a novella. I couldn't care less about the long conversations about nothing that Elle has with Mason and Claudine. The prologue and first chapter are nearly interchangeable and cover the same information over and over and over. Perhaps physically reading the book would have helped, but the narrator just made me extra bored. Nothing picked up and got interesting until the last handful of chapters. I don't feel the payoff really made the whole book worth listening to. The older books are MUCH better!! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Wait-for-You-Audiobook/B00EKTJ4EU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wait for You Author: J. Lynn Narrator: Sophie Eastlake Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 09-03-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 531 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The #1 New York Times and USA Today best-selling phenomenon Some things are worth waiting for. Traveling thousands of miles from home to enter college is the only way nineteen-year-old Avery Morgansten can escape what happened at that fateful Halloween party five years ago - an event that forever changed her life. What she never planned on was capturing the attention of the one guy who could shatter the precarious future she's building for herself. Some things are worth experiencing.... Cameron Hamilton is six feet, three inches of swoon-worthy hotness, complete with a pair of striking blue eyes and a remarkable ability to make Avery want things she believed had been irrevocably stolen from her. Getting involved with him is dangerous. Yet ignoring the simmering tension that sparks between them - and brings out a side of her she never knew existed - is impossible. Some things shouldn't be kept quiet.... But when Avery starts receiving threatening e-mails and phone calls, she's forced to face a past she wants to keep buried and acknowledge that someone is refusing to allow her to let go of that night when everything changed. If the devastating truth comes out, will she resurface with one less scar? And will Cam be there to help her? And some things are worth fighting for.... biacuaduc@gmail.com (J. Lynn) Tue, 03 Sep 2013 01:26:07 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Wait-for-You-Audiobook/B00EKTJ4EU thebookvoice.com 11:18:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wait for You Author: J. Lynn Narrator: Sophie Eastlake Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 09-03-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 531 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The #1 New York Times and USA Today best-selling phenomenon Some things are worth waiting for. Traveling thousands of miles from home to enter college is the only way nineteen-year-old Avery Morgansten can escape what happened at that fateful Halloween party five years ago - an event that forever changed her life. What she never planned on was capturing the attention of the one guy who could shatter the precarious future she's building for herself. Some things are worth experiencing.... Cameron Hamilton is six feet, three inches of swoon-worthy hotness, complete with a pair of striking blue eyes and a remarkable ability to make Avery want things she believed had been irrevocably stolen from her. Getting involved with him is dangerous. Yet ignoring the simmering tension that sparks between them - and brings out a side of her she never knew existed - is impossible. Some things shouldn't be kept quiet.... But when Avery starts receiving threatening e-mails and phone calls, she's forced to face a past she wants to keep buried and acknowledge that someone is refusing to allow her to let go of that night when everything changed. If the devastating truth comes out, will she resurface with one less scar? And will Cam be there to help her? And some things are worth fighting for.... Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wait for You Author: J. Lynn Narrator: Sophie Eastlake Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 09-03-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 531 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The #1 New York Times and USA Today best-selling phenomenon Some things are worth waiting for. Traveling thousands of miles from home to enter college is the only way nineteen-year-old Avery Morgansten can escape what happened at that fateful Halloween party five years ago - an event that forever changed her life. What she never planned on was capturing the attention of the one guy who could shatter the precarious future she's building for herself. Some things are worth experiencing.... Cameron Hamilton is six feet, three inches of swoon-worthy hotness, complete with a pair of striking blue eyes and a remarkable ability to make Avery want things she believed had been irrevocably stolen from her. Getting involved with him is dangerous. Yet ignoring the simmering tension that sparks between them - and brings out a side of her she never knew existed - is impossible. Some things shouldn't be kept quiet.... But when Avery starts receiving threatening e-mails and phone calls, she's forced to face a past she wants to keep buried and acknowledge that someone is refusing to allow her to let go of that night when everything changed. If the devastating truth comes out, will she resurface with one less scar? And will Cam be there to help her? And some things are worth fighting for.... Members Reviews: such a sweet story it is heartbreaking, encouraging and very well performed. Cam and Avery are one of my faves. Loved it! Any additional comments? This was such a good listen! We've all got something in our past that we regret, some aren't that serious but for everyone...there's always a "what if I had done this instead" playing in the back of our heads and you can't deny that. Now I've listened to many angsty type romances and sooooo many of them have me irritated by the main female character and how stupid she seems by not saying anything until its too late. With this, although there are moments of a little frutration, the author made sure to acknowledge the idiocy, which in some strange reason helped smooth over the moments. In the past I've had the books where I was so irritated in the repitition of her angst that I put the book down for a bit and just walked away...I mean ok, something bad happened, I totally understand - or I would just skip over half a chapter to get past the annoyance. BUT - with this story, it kept moving along...it didn't have me banging my head on how the dark past was holding her back over and over and over like some authors. I felt the frustation with here and not at her....that was a nice change. She has a past, he has a past, but they both are trying to get through it to find a happy place again. Kuddos! Now onto the next in this series yay! Adorable love story. This is a great love story about two college students. Both of them had bad high school experiences that made them who they are. Loved it! nice, hartwarming story Where does Wait for You rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? I really liked the story as a book and I liked ot hear it too. Though I doesn't like the way the speaker is lowering her voice when she speaks the part of the male figur - she sounds like a mafia boss. What did you like best about this story? This is a story without this typical hero a la 50 shades of grey and the million books copying it. Finally a male hero who can live well without spanking someone. Plus: he is just a human beeing and not super-natural. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Where-We-Belong-Audiobook/B008MATFUQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Where We Belong Author: Emily Giffin Narrator: Orlagh Cassidy Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 07-24-12 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 962 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The author of five blockbuster novels, Emily Giffin delivers an unforgettable story of two women, the families that make them who they are, and the longing, loyalty, and love that binds them together. Marian Caldwell is a 36-year-old television producer, living her dream in New York City. With a fulfilling career and satisfying relationship, she has convinced everyone, including herself, that her life is just as she wants it to be. But one night, Marian answers a knock on the door ... only to find Kirby Rose, an 18-year-old girl with a key to a past that Marian thought she had sealed off forever. From the moment Kirby appears on her doorstep, Marians perfectly constructed world - and her very identity - will be shaken to its core, resurrecting ghosts and memories of a passionate young love affair that threaten everything that has come to define her. For the precocious and determined Kirby, the encounter will spur a process of discovery that ushers her across the threshold of adulthood, forcing her to re-evaluate her family and future in a wise and bittersweet light. As the two women embark on a journey to find the one thing missing in their lives, each will come to recognize that where we belong is often where we least expect to find ourselves - a place that we may have willed ourselves to forget, but that the heart remembers forever. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Emily Giffin) Tue, 24 Jul 2012 17:03:31 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Where-We-Belong-Audiobook/B008MATFUQ thebookvoice.com 11:01:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Where We Belong Author: Emily Giffin Narrator: Orlagh Cassidy Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 07-24-12 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 962 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The author of five blockbuster novels, Emily Giffin delivers an unforgettable story of two women, the families that make them who they are, and the longing, loyalty, and love that binds them together. Marian Caldwell is a 36-year-old television producer, living her dream in New York City. With a fulfilling career and satisfying relationship, she has convinced everyone, including herself, that her life is just as she wants it to be. But one night, Marian answers a knock on the door ... only to find Kirby Rose, an 18-year-old girl with a key to a past that Marian thought she had sealed off forever. From the moment Kirby appears on her doorstep, Marians perfectly constructed world - and her very identity - will be shaken to its core, resurrecting ghosts and memories of a passionate young love affair that threaten everything that has come to define her. For the precocious and determined Kirby, the encounter will spur a process of discovery that ushers her across the threshold of adulthood, forcing her to re-evaluate her family and future in a wise and bittersweet light. As the two women embark on a journey to find the one thing missing in their lives, each will come to recognize that where we belong is often where we least expect to find ourselves - a place that we may have willed ourselves to forget, but that the heart remembers forever. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Where We Belong Author: Emily Giffin Narrator: Orlagh Cassidy Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 07-24-12 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 962 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The author of five blockbuster novels, Emily Giffin delivers an unforgettable story of two women, the families that make them who they are, and the longing, loyalty, and love that binds them together. Marian Caldwell is a 36-year-old television producer, living her dream in New York City. With a fulfilling career and satisfying relationship, she has convinced everyone, including herself, that her life is just as she wants it to be. But one night, Marian answers a knock on the door ... only to find Kirby Rose, an 18-year-old girl with a key to a past that Marian thought she had sealed off forever. From the moment Kirby appears on her doorstep, Marians perfectly constructed world - and her very identity - will be shaken to its core, resurrecting ghosts and memories of a passionate young love affair that threaten everything that has come to define her. For the precocious and determined Kirby, the encounter will spur a process of discovery that ushers her across the threshold of adulthood, forcing her to re-evaluate her family and future in a wise and bittersweet light. As the two women embark on a journey to find the one thing missing in their lives, each will come to recognize that where we belong is often where we least expect to find ourselves - a place that we may have willed ourselves to forget, but that the heart remembers forever. Members Reviews: Lovely Book What made the experience of listening to Where We Belong the most enjoyable? Very enjoyable book touching on many emotional topics that managed to put a lump in my throat more than once. It was a feel good story and although I found parts predictable, it was still just the kind of story I was in the mood for hearing. I loved the narrator's voice and she did a tremendous job with the various roles. Compelling, evocative, humorously delicious listen Emily Giffin is that rare writer whose craft is continually refined with each book. I've enjoyed all her novels, but this one is the most developed, well researched yet. She paints such a gutsy, frank look at adoption, relationships and family against the hollow, plastic reality of the television industry. Evocative, heart wrenching, and simultaneously warming, Where We Belong is a thoroughly engaging tale with a fine narration by Orlagh Cassidy. fantastic find! Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? This book was definitely worth listening to. I've read and listened to all of Emily Giffin's books and this is easily my favorite. The story is so grripping you don't want to stop listening! What does Orlagh Cassidy bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? The narrator was perfect for this story. Loved it! I needed something light and this book did it for me. Very well written and the characters come to life! From the get go, I enjoyed and looked forward to my time with these characters. Thanks Pretty good, but missing something... Any additional comments? This is a heartwarming story from Giffin and if you like her past books, then you're likely to enjoy this, as well. It's well read by Orlagh Cassidy and the story has a good flow, but I did feel like it was missing something.....some meat, if you will. It was all a little too good to be true and just when you thought she would really delve into a character or relationship, she moved on to the next thing. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Harvesting-the-Heart-Audiobook/B002V5A002 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Harvesting the Heart Author: Jodi Picoult Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 01-08-09 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 536 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Written with astonishing clarity and evocative detail, convincing in its depiction of emotional pain, love, and vulnerability, Harvesting the Heart recalls the writing of Alice Hoffman and Sue Miller. Paige has only a few vivid memories of her mother, who left when she was five. Now, having left her father behind in Chicago for dreams of art school and marriage to an ambitious young doctor, she finds herself with a child of her own. But her mother's absence, and shameful memories of her past, make her doubt both her maternal ability and her sense of self worth. Out of Paige's struggle to find wholeness, Jodi Picoult crafts an absorbing novel peopled by richly drawn characters and explores issues and emotions readers can relate to. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jodi Picoult) Thu, 08 Jan 2009 16:36:43 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Harvesting-the-Heart-Audiobook/B002V5A002 thebookvoice.com 17:26:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Harvesting the Heart Author: Jodi Picoult Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 01-08-09 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 536 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Written with astonishing clarity and evocative detail, convincing in its depiction of emotional pain, love, and vulnerability, Harvesting the Heart recalls the writing of Alice Hoffman and Sue Miller. Paige has only a few vivid memories of her mother, who left when she was five. Now, having left her father behind in Chicago for dreams of art school and marriage to an ambitious young doctor, she finds herself with a child of her own. But her mother's absence, and shameful memories of her past, make her doubt both her maternal ability and her sense of self worth. Out of Paige's struggle to find wholeness, Jodi Picoult crafts an absorbing novel peopled by richly drawn characters and explores issues and emotions readers can relate to. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Harvesting the Heart Author: Jodi Picoult Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 01-08-09 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 536 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Written with astonishing clarity and evocative detail, convincing in its depiction of emotional pain, love, and vulnerability, Harvesting the Heart recalls the writing of Alice Hoffman and Sue Miller. Paige has only a few vivid memories of her mother, who left when she was five. Now, having left her father behind in Chicago for dreams of art school and marriage to an ambitious young doctor, she finds herself with a child of her own. But her mother's absence, and shameful memories of her past, make her doubt both her maternal ability and her sense of self worth. Out of Paige's struggle to find wholeness, Jodi Picoult crafts an absorbing novel peopled by richly drawn characters and explores issues and emotions readers can relate to. Members Reviews: Trust all the bad reviews Honestly, I love books by Jodi Picoult. I think she has amazing writing and they are classic page turners (even if people classify them as chick lit). Yet I listened to this whole book and couldn't get into it. It really was just 'drivel' as one reviewer said (which I initially ignored). The book didn't really go anywhere, have much plot, nor did it have a satisfying ending. Not worth the time compared to her other books. Average Picoult book This book was very well read by the reader and a classic 'page turner' by Picoult. I looked forward to listening to it each day on my daily walk. However, after having read numerous of Picoult's books, it was not my favorite. I found the two main characters to be rather narcissistic and unlikeable. It's not a book I will remember for long - just brain candy. Hard to get through I usually get through books very quickly but this one never had me running back to it. I had no sympathy for the main character, Paige. She was very weak and couldn't deal with any stress or difficulties. I just wanted to tell her to shut up already. Deal with it. Great Loved it...it was very enjoyable!!.....ready for the next book. And now ready for some suspense. Not a favorite Jodi Picoult has always been a favorite of mine, but this is not a favorite of mine. It dragged a bit. This book just did not seem as focused. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Weight-of-Silence-Audiobook/B002V00YOE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Weight of Silence Author: Heather Gudenkauf Narrator: Jim Colby, Eliza Foss, Cassandra Morris, Andy Paris, Therese Plummer, Tony Ward Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-09 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1099 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Petra Gregory is Calli's best friend, her soul mate and her voice. But neither Petra nor Calli has been heard from since their disappearance was discovered. Desperate to find his child, Martin Gregory is forced to confront a side of himself he did not know existed beneath his intellectual, professorial demeanor. Now these families are tied by the question of what happened to their children. And the answer is trapped in the silence of unspoken family secrets. Critic Reviews: "Every so often you get really lucky, and a book comes along that just knocks your socks off: an absorbing, engrossing, suspenseful read that you just want to keep paging through, a novel that feels a lot like running downhill - fast and a little breathless - until it all winds down and wraps up. The Weight of Silence is exactly this kind of book.... Jodi Picoult has some serious competition in Heather Gudenkauf. [She is] an author to watch. (Bookreporter.com) "Deeply moving and exquisitely lyrical, this is a powerhouse of a debut novel. Heather Gudenkauf is one of those rare writers who can tell a tale with the skill of a poet while simultaneously cranking up the suspense until it's unbearable." (Tess Gerritsen) "Gudenkauf moves the story forward at a fast clip and is adept at building tension. There's a particular darkness to her heartland, rife as it is with predators and the walking wounded, and her unsentimental take on the milieu manages to find some hope without being maudlin." (Publishers Weekly) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Heather Gudenkauf) Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:44:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Weight-of-Silence-Audiobook/B002V00YOE thebookvoice.com 10:41:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Weight of Silence Author: Heather Gudenkauf Narrator: Jim Colby, Eliza Foss, Cassandra Morris, Andy Paris, Therese Plummer, Tony Ward Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-09 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1099 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Petra Gregory is Calli's best friend, her soul mate and her voice. But neither Petra nor Calli has been heard from since their disappearance was discovered. Desperate to find his child, Martin Gregory is forced to confront a side of himself he did not know existed beneath his intellectual, professorial demeanor. Now these families are tied by the question of what happened to their children. And the answer is trapped in the silence of unspoken family secrets. Critic Reviews: "Every so often you get really lucky, and a book comes along that just knocks your socks off: an absorbing, engrossing, suspenseful read that you just want to keep paging through, a novel that feels a lot like running downhill - fast and a little breathless - until it all winds down and wraps up. The Weight of Silence is exactly this kind of book.... Jodi Picoult has some serious competition in Heather Gudenkauf. [She is] an author to watch. (Bookreporter.com) "Deeply moving and exquisitely lyrical, this is a powerhouse of a debut novel. Heather Gudenkauf is one of those rare writers who can tell a tale with the skill of a poet while simultaneously cranking up the suspense until it's unbearable." (Tess Gerritsen) "Gudenkauf moves the story forward at a fast clip and is adept at building tension. There's a particular darkness to her heartland, rife as it is with predators and the walking wounded, and her unsentimental take on the milieu manages to find some hope without being maudlin." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Weight of Silence Author: Heather Gudenkauf Narrator: Jim Colby, Eliza Foss, Cassandra Morris, Andy Paris, Therese Plummer, Tony Ward Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-09 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1099 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Petra Gregory is Calli's best friend, her soul mate and her voice. But neither Petra nor Calli has been heard from since their disappearance was discovered. Desperate to find his child, Martin Gregory is forced to confront a side of himself he did not know existed beneath his intellectual, professorial demeanor. Now these families are tied by the question of what happened to their children. And the answer is trapped in the silence of unspoken family secrets. Critic Reviews: "Every so often you get really lucky, and a book comes along that just knocks your socks off: an absorbing, engrossing, suspenseful read that you just want to keep paging through, a novel that feels a lot like running downhill - fast and a little breathless - until it all winds down and wraps up. The Weight of Silence is exactly this kind of book.... Jodi Picoult has some serious competition in Heather Gudenkauf. [She is] an author to watch. (Bookreporter.com) "Deeply moving and exquisitely lyrical, this is a powerhouse of a debut novel. Heather Gudenkauf is one of those rare writers who can tell a tale with the skill of a poet while simultaneously cranking up the suspense until it's unbearable." (Tess Gerritsen) "Gudenkauf moves the story forward at a fast clip and is adept at building tension. There's a particular darkness to her heartland, rife as it is with predators and the walking wounded, and her unsentimental take on the milieu manages to find some hope without being maudlin." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: A jewel I have a long commute, so I listen to MANY books. I often just glance through the descriptions and pick at random based on some little thing that caught my eye. This one was a jewel! I do not know how I discovered it, and can't remember why I picked it - but I am certainly glad that I did. It gives a new perspective on consequences of choices that we make in life - even the seemingly small and casual ones. The story of interwoven lives that unravel.....so much is sad but such a good listen. A Great Listen This was my second Heather Gudenkauf listen and I was not disappointed. I love the way she writes from the points of view from each character in her stories, and with different narrators for most of them it adds to making her books a great listen. The readers were cast very well with the exception of 12-year-old Ben, who had a more mature voice than his age represented. This does not take away from the books content however. Gudenkauf writes only the story, leaving out the fluff that some authors include, though you may not know it at first. Can't wait for her next book! Engrossing debut novel What did you love best about The Weight of Silence? The story gripped you from the prologue and wouldn't let go. The characters, with the exception of Griff, were relatable and well-drawn. The narration was incredible; I wish all full-cast narrations were this well-done! Who was your favorite character and why? Hard to decide. They all had qualities that I admired and related to, but the children are probably my favorites due to their innocence and desire to protect those they love. Any additional comments? This book is well worth the listening time. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Run-Audiobook/B002V8H1QA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Run Author: Ann Patchett Narrator: Peter Francis James Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 09-14-07 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 636 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Set over a period of 24 hours, Run takes us from the Museum of Comparative Zoology at Harvard to a home for retired Catholic priests in downtown Boston. It shows us how worlds of privilege and poverty can coexist only blocks apart from one another, and how family can include people you've never even met. As in her best-selling novel Bel Canto, Ann Patchett illustrates the humanity that connects disparate lives, weaving several stories into one surprising and endlessly moving narrative. Suspenseful and stunningly executed, Run is ultimately a novel about secrets, duty, responsibility, and the lengths we will go to protect our children. Critic Reviews: "Run is a book that sets out inventively to contend with the temper of our times, and by the end we feel we really know the Doyle family in all its intensity and with all its surprises." (Publishers Weekly) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ann Patchett) Fri, 14 Sep 2007 22:42:47 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Run-Audiobook/B002V8H1QA thebookvoice.com 09:20:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Run Author: Ann Patchett Narrator: Peter Francis James Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 09-14-07 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 636 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Set over a period of 24 hours, Run takes us from the Museum of Comparative Zoology at Harvard to a home for retired Catholic priests in downtown Boston. It shows us how worlds of privilege and poverty can coexist only blocks apart from one another, and how family can include people you've never even met. As in her best-selling novel Bel Canto, Ann Patchett illustrates the humanity that connects disparate lives, weaving several stories into one surprising and endlessly moving narrative. Suspenseful and stunningly executed, Run is ultimately a novel about secrets, duty, responsibility, and the lengths we will go to protect our children. Critic Reviews: "Run is a book that sets out inventively to contend with the temper of our times, and by the end we feel we really know the Doyle family in all its intensity and with all its surprises." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Run Author: Ann Patchett Narrator: Peter Francis James Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 09-14-07 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 636 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Set over a period of 24 hours, Run takes us from the Museum of Comparative Zoology at Harvard to a home for retired Catholic priests in downtown Boston. It shows us how worlds of privilege and poverty can coexist only blocks apart from one another, and how family can include people you've never even met. As in her best-selling novel Bel Canto, Ann Patchett illustrates the humanity that connects disparate lives, weaving several stories into one surprising and endlessly moving narrative. Suspenseful and stunningly executed, Run is ultimately a novel about secrets, duty, responsibility, and the lengths we will go to protect our children. Critic Reviews: "Run is a book that sets out inventively to contend with the temper of our times, and by the end we feel we really know the Doyle family in all its intensity and with all its surprises." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Uneven Four stars is probably more generous for this selection than I should be. This book has good points and bad points. Although the main characters are interesting, to me they were extremes. One son is too scholarly, another son is too sentimental, the third son is too messed up. The father is, well I am not sure what he is. I think he could have been more. The little girl gives us most of the story, but her character at the end is not consistent (or less than complementary) of my perception of her in the main story. There were many pieces that I did not get. The statue of the madonna was one. With the beginning building it up so, I figured it would carry more significance throughout the main story. If it did, I missed it. The birth mother should have been a bigger piece. But again, I must have missed it if it was there. There were such minute details about events and feelings, but these were not all pulled together. The narration was good. I did not find it awful as another reviewer said. Voices were differentiated well. All in all, it wasn't "painful" to listen to, but I was not thrilled. If others say her previous books were better, I would choose to get them and not bother with this one. Not my favorite by this author I had higher expectations for the author of Bel Canto and Truth and Beauty. I hesitated to buy her latest novel, but after listening to the Audible interview, I was intrigued. It was an ok story, but not my favorite. It was a bit slow, and I never really got attached to any of the characters. Patchett's gift for description was less apparent in this novel. It was a decent read, but not of the quality I expected from Ann Patchett. Disappointing I was greatly looking forward to listening to this book because I admired Bel Canto, the author's previous novel, so much and because Run had gotten excellent reviews. Unfortunately, the book did not meet my expectations. It managed to be both melodramatic and boring at the same time. Despite the dramatic revelations that occur at various turns throughout the book, I found my attention wandering constantly. Part of the problem was the shallowness of the characters--Teddy is the warm, open one, Tip is the cerebral, emotionally stunted one, Sullivan is the prodigal son and so on. Finally, I could not understand the author's decision to set this book during a 24 hour period. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Up-from-the-Blue-Audiobook/B007RFQ1WM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Up from the Blue Subtitle: A Novel Author: Susan Henderson Narrator: Emily Durante Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 04-10-12 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Tillie Harris' life is in disarray - her husband is away on business, the boxes in her new home aren't unpacked, and the telephone isn't even connected yet. Though she's not due for another month, sudden labor pains force Tillie to reach out to her estranged father for help; a choice that means facing the painful memories she's been running from since she was a little girl. An extraordinary debut from a talented new voice, Up from the Blue untangles the year in Tillie's life that changed everything: 1975, the year her mother disappeared. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Susan Henderson) Tue, 10 Apr 2012 22:45:10 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Up-from-the-Blue-Audiobook/B007RFQ1WM thebookvoice.com 08:24:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Up from the Blue Subtitle: A Novel Author: Susan Henderson Narrator: Emily Durante Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 04-10-12 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Tillie Harris' life is in disarray - her husband is away on business, the boxes in her new home aren't unpacked, and the telephone isn't even connected yet. Though she's not due for another month, sudden labor pains force Tillie to reach out to her estranged father for help; a choice that means facing the painful memories she's been running from since she was a little girl. An extraordinary debut from a talented new voice, Up from the Blue untangles the year in Tillie's life that changed everything: 1975, the year her mother disappeared. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Up from the Blue Subtitle: A Novel Author: Susan Henderson Narrator: Emily Durante Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 04-10-12 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Tillie Harris' life is in disarray - her husband is away on business, the boxes in her new home aren't unpacked, and the telephone isn't even connected yet. Though she's not due for another month, sudden labor pains force Tillie to reach out to her estranged father for help; a choice that means facing the painful memories she's been running from since she was a little girl. An extraordinary debut from a talented new voice, Up from the Blue untangles the year in Tillie's life that changed everything: 1975, the year her mother disappeared. Members Reviews: A Glimpse Into Other Worlds Can be Uncomfortable Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I would, with the caveat that this is not a happy, shiny story. It is gritty, and real, and at times very painful, so not for the casual listener or reader. What was one of the most memorable moments of Up from the Blue? The moment we find out the secret of the ruby cup. Any more would be a spoiler. Which scene was your favorite? The ending, because it was complete and satisfying. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? Keeping Secrets can more dangerous than letting go. Any additional comments? This is a deeply insightful novel, dark and bleak. It's not escapist fiction - but the opposite. It removes layers from the real world surrounding us and a glimpse of what lies beneath the veneer we call normalcy. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Message-in-a-Bottle-Audiobook/B0141S8DBE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Message in a Bottle Author: Nicholas Sparks Narrator: Kimberly Schraf Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 08-25-15 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 138 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Divorced and disillusioned about relationships, Theresa Osborne is jogging when she finds a bottle on the beach. Inside is a letter of love and longing to "Catherine", signed simply "Garrett". Challenged by the mystery and pulled by emotions she doesn't fully understand, Theresa begins a search for this man that will change her life. What happens to her is unexpected, perhaps miraculous - an encounter that embraces all our hopes for finding someone special, for having a love that is timeless and everlasting. Nicholas Sparks exquisitely chronicles the human heart. In his first best-selling novel, The Notebook, he created a testament to romantic love that touched listeners around the world. Now in this New York Times best-seller, he renews our faith in destiny, in the ability of lovers to find each other no matter where, no matter when. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nicholas Sparks) Tue, 25 Aug 2015 00:17:03 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Message-in-a-Bottle-Audiobook/B0141S8DBE thebookvoice.com 09:52:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Message in a Bottle Author: Nicholas Sparks Narrator: Kimberly Schraf Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 08-25-15 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 138 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Divorced and disillusioned about relationships, Theresa Osborne is jogging when she finds a bottle on the beach. Inside is a letter of love and longing to "Catherine", signed simply "Garrett". Challenged by the mystery and pulled by emotions she doesn't fully understand, Theresa begins a search for this man that will change her life. What happens to her is unexpected, perhaps miraculous - an encounter that embraces all our hopes for finding someone special, for having a love that is timeless and everlasting. Nicholas Sparks exquisitely chronicles the human heart. In his first best-selling novel, The Notebook, he created a testament to romantic love that touched listeners around the world. Now in this New York Times best-seller, he renews our faith in destiny, in the ability of lovers to find each other no matter where, no matter when. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Message in a Bottle Author: Nicholas Sparks Narrator: Kimberly Schraf Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 08-25-15 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 138 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Divorced and disillusioned about relationships, Theresa Osborne is jogging when she finds a bottle on the beach. Inside is a letter of love and longing to "Catherine", signed simply "Garrett". Challenged by the mystery and pulled by emotions she doesn't fully understand, Theresa begins a search for this man that will change her life. What happens to her is unexpected, perhaps miraculous - an encounter that embraces all our hopes for finding someone special, for having a love that is timeless and everlasting. Nicholas Sparks exquisitely chronicles the human heart. In his first best-selling novel, The Notebook, he created a testament to romantic love that touched listeners around the world. Now in this New York Times best-seller, he renews our faith in destiny, in the ability of lovers to find each other no matter where, no matter when. Members Reviews: Awesome book! Totally surprised by the ending. Well written kept our interest to the end. The ending is too close to home for me. Message in a Bottle Love story with a different ending than most love stories. Two people who should have been together, but never will. Sentimental and sweet Nicholas Sparks has gained popularity because his books are sentimental and sweet. This is no exception. If it were any sweeter the listener would have to start taking insulin. It was just a little too saccharine for my taste. eh.. predictable This had good narration, but I never felt that I was really drawn into the story. Predictable, corny ... narrator did a good job What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you? The story started very well, got my interest specially for the narrator nice voice and pace. The male character was so boring ... and very unbelievable ... from mourning his dead wife till desperate in love with the main character. He was fickle... In a way there are plenty of people like that in real life. But for the sake being a good book story ... i just didn't like. At least the end to me made the story redeemable. What could Nicholas Sparks have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? Again ... I don't like love first sight romances. I read plenty of that in YA books and I hate it ... however many of those books I can ignore the romance. But this is a romance book. To me wasn't for the narrator I'd have stopped right ... I hate fickle and desperate characters. I must confess I do like the movie versions of many of his books. Would you listen to another book narrated by Kimberly Schraf? Yes I would. She did a great job and she sort of reminds me a little of Marguerite Gavin, which I like very much. If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Message in a Bottle? I'd have kept most of the book apart from the fickle moments of the male character... maybe let their story go a little longer and time to built their relationship the way the author did on The Notebook and Dear John https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Rabbi-Audiobook/B075FVVMJJ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Rabbi Author: Noah Gordon Narrator: Nicholas Techosky Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A father; a husband; a lover; a friend; a rabbi. This is the story about the making of a modern rabbi, his coming of age, and how he finds his place in in a confused and confusing world. Michael Kind is raised in the Jewish cauldron of 1920s New York, familiar with the stresses and materialism of metropolitan life. Turning to the ancient set of ethics of his Orthodox grandfather, with a modern twist, he becomes a Reform rabbi. As insecure and sexually needy as any other young male, he serves as a circuit-rider rabbi in the Ozarks, and then as a temple rabbi in the racially ugly South, in a San Francisco suburb, in a Pennsylvania college town, and, finally, in a New England community west of Boston. Along the way, he falls deeply in love with and marries the daughter of a Congregational minister; she converts to Judaism and they have two complex, interesting children. Noah Gordon's picture of a brilliant and talented religious counselor - who at times is as bereft and uncertain as any of his congregants - is a deeply moving and very satisfying novel. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Noah Gordon) Tue, 12 Sep 2017 07:58:30 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Rabbi-Audiobook/B075FVVMJJ thebookvoice.com 14:17:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Rabbi Author: Noah Gordon Narrator: Nicholas Techosky Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A father; a husband; a lover; a friend; a rabbi. This is the story about the making of a modern rabbi, his coming of age, and how he finds his place in in a confused and confusing world. Michael Kind is raised in the Jewish cauldron of 1920s New York, familiar with the stresses and materialism of metropolitan life. Turning to the ancient set of ethics of his Orthodox grandfather, with a modern twist, he becomes a Reform rabbi. As insecure and sexually needy as any other young male, he serves as a circuit-rider rabbi in the Ozarks, and then as a temple rabbi in the racially ugly South, in a San Francisco suburb, in a Pennsylvania college town, and, finally, in a New England community west of Boston. Along the way, he falls deeply in love with and marries the daughter of a Congregational minister; she converts to Judaism and they have two complex, interesting children. Noah Gordon's picture of a brilliant and talented religious counselor - who at times is as bereft and uncertain as any of his congregants - is a deeply moving and very satisfying novel. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Rabbi Author: Noah Gordon Narrator: Nicholas Techosky Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A father; a husband; a lover; a friend; a rabbi. This is the story about the making of a modern rabbi, his coming of age, and how he finds his place in in a confused and confusing world. Michael Kind is raised in the Jewish cauldron of 1920s New York, familiar with the stresses and materialism of metropolitan life. Turning to the ancient set of ethics of his Orthodox grandfather, with a modern twist, he becomes a Reform rabbi. As insecure and sexually needy as any other young male, he serves as a circuit-rider rabbi in the Ozarks, and then as a temple rabbi in the racially ugly South, in a San Francisco suburb, in a Pennsylvania college town, and, finally, in a New England community west of Boston. Along the way, he falls deeply in love with and marries the daughter of a Congregational minister; she converts to Judaism and they have two complex, interesting children. Noah Gordon's picture of a brilliant and talented religious counselor - who at times is as bereft and uncertain as any of his congregants - is a deeply moving and very satisfying novel. Members Reviews: Fascinating mix of faith and love As a cradle Christian with great respect for the ancestors of my faith in the Old Testament I found this book hard to p Three Stars This noel couldn't grab my attention and all the other books by Gordon I have read and really enjoyed A journey The usual Noah Gordon book...It takes the reader on a detailed journey of time intertwined. I had fun imagining the world as it was back then. Very good read! Five Stars Great book. The Rabbi I just finished the book by Noah Gordan. It was quite interesting as I am a Christian and I learned some things about the J. ewish religion that I had not known before. This Author is quite good in how he writes his books. I gave it a four stars because it at times dragged but good story. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Black-Mad-Wheel-Audiobook/B06XYVV5SP Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Black Mad Wheel Subtitle: A Novel Author: Josh Malerman Narrator: Robertson Dean Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 05-23-17 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 52 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the author of the hit literary horror debut Bird Box comes a chilling novel about a group of musicians conscripted by the US government to track down the source of a strange and debilitating sound. The Danes - the band known as the "Darlings of Detroit" - are washed up and desperate for inspiration, eager to once again have a number one hit. That is until an agent from the US Army approaches them. Will they travel to an African desert and track down the source of a mysterious and malevolent sound? Under the guidance of their front man, Philip Tonka, the Danes embark on a harrowing journey through the scorching desert - a trip that takes Tonka into the heart of an ominous and twisted conspiracy. Meanwhile, in a nondescript Midwestern hospital, a nurse named Ellen tends to a patient recovering from a near-fatal accident. The circumstances that led to his injuries are mysterious - and his body heals at a remarkable rate. Ellen will do the impossible for this enigmatic patient, who reveals more about his accident with each passing day. Part Heart of Darkness, part Lost, Josh Malerman's breathtaking new novel plunges us into the depths of psychological horror, where you can't always believe everything you hear. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Josh Malerman) Tue, 23 May 2017 19:49:38 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Black-Mad-Wheel-Audiobook/B06XYVV5SP thebookvoice.com 08:02:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Black Mad Wheel Subtitle: A Novel Author: Josh Malerman Narrator: Robertson Dean Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 05-23-17 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 52 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the author of the hit literary horror debut Bird Box comes a chilling novel about a group of musicians conscripted by the US government to track down the source of a strange and debilitating sound. The Danes - the band known as the "Darlings of Detroit" - are washed up and desperate for inspiration, eager to once again have a number one hit. That is until an agent from the US Army approaches them. Will they travel to an African desert and track down the source of a mysterious and malevolent sound? Under the guidance of their front man, Philip Tonka, the Danes embark on a harrowing journey through the scorching desert - a trip that takes Tonka into the heart of an ominous and twisted conspiracy. Meanwhile, in a nondescript Midwestern hospital, a nurse named Ellen tends to a patient recovering from a near-fatal accident. The circumstances that led to his injuries are mysterious - and his body heals at a remarkable rate. Ellen will do the impossible for this enigmatic patient, who reveals more about his accident with each passing day. Part Heart of Darkness, part Lost, Josh Malerman's breathtaking new novel plunges us into the depths of psychological horror, where you can't always believe everything you hear. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Black Mad Wheel Subtitle: A Novel Author: Josh Malerman Narrator: Robertson Dean Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 05-23-17 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 52 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the author of the hit literary horror debut Bird Box comes a chilling novel about a group of musicians conscripted by the US government to track down the source of a strange and debilitating sound. The Danes - the band known as the "Darlings of Detroit" - are washed up and desperate for inspiration, eager to once again have a number one hit. That is until an agent from the US Army approaches them. Will they travel to an African desert and track down the source of a mysterious and malevolent sound? Under the guidance of their front man, Philip Tonka, the Danes embark on a harrowing journey through the scorching desert - a trip that takes Tonka into the heart of an ominous and twisted conspiracy. Meanwhile, in a nondescript Midwestern hospital, a nurse named Ellen tends to a patient recovering from a near-fatal accident. The circumstances that led to his injuries are mysterious - and his body heals at a remarkable rate. Ellen will do the impossible for this enigmatic patient, who reveals more about his accident with each passing day. Part Heart of Darkness, part Lost, Josh Malerman's breathtaking new novel plunges us into the depths of psychological horror, where you can't always believe everything you hear. Members Reviews: Could not finish it It sounded like an intriguing story, but just could not get into it, and did not finish I was so disappointed. I am going to ask for my money back. I loved his first book The Bird Box so much that I have listened to it several times. This one did not flow smoothly and simply was a complete waste of my time. Sorry. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Villa-on-the-Riviera-Audiobook/B00VX9CY6K Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Villa on the Riviera Author: Elizabeth Edmondson Narrator: Nicolette McKenzie Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 04-17-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 160 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Absorbing and escapist, The Villa on the Riviera is perfect summer listening for fans of Rachel Hore and Santa Montefiore. Polly Smith is struggling to make a living as an artist when her friend and patron, Oliver, invites her to the south of France. But her world is unexpectedly turned upside down when she digs out her birth certificate to apply for a passport. Her parents are not who she believed them to be - even her name is different. Fleeing to the Riviera, Polly finds that the serenity and sunshine brings her art to life as never before. But all is not well in the grand house. Oliver's father was forced to leave England in a cloud of scandal and his past is about to catch up with him. And Polly's own future begins to take on a new and fascinating shape.... The perfect listen for fans of The Villa and Summer's Child, this is a beguiling and evocative tale that will transport you away to the Riviera itself. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Elizabeth Edmondson) Fri, 17 Apr 2015 07:11:03 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Villa-on-the-Riviera-Audiobook/B00VX9CY6K thebookvoice.com 13:51:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Villa on the Riviera Author: Elizabeth Edmondson Narrator: Nicolette McKenzie Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 04-17-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 160 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Absorbing and escapist, The Villa on the Riviera is perfect summer listening for fans of Rachel Hore and Santa Montefiore. Polly Smith is struggling to make a living as an artist when her friend and patron, Oliver, invites her to the south of France. But her world is unexpectedly turned upside down when she digs out her birth certificate to apply for a passport. Her parents are not who she believed them to be - even her name is different. Fleeing to the Riviera, Polly finds that the serenity and sunshine brings her art to life as never before. But all is not well in the grand house. Oliver's father was forced to leave England in a cloud of scandal and his past is about to catch up with him. And Polly's own future begins to take on a new and fascinating shape.... The perfect listen for fans of The Villa and Summer's Child, this is a beguiling and evocative tale that will transport you away to the Riviera itself. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Villa on the Riviera Author: Elizabeth Edmondson Narrator: Nicolette McKenzie Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 04-17-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 160 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Absorbing and escapist, The Villa on the Riviera is perfect summer listening for fans of Rachel Hore and Santa Montefiore. Polly Smith is struggling to make a living as an artist when her friend and patron, Oliver, invites her to the south of France. But her world is unexpectedly turned upside down when she digs out her birth certificate to apply for a passport. Her parents are not who she believed them to be - even her name is different. Fleeing to the Riviera, Polly finds that the serenity and sunshine brings her art to life as never before. But all is not well in the grand house. Oliver's father was forced to leave England in a cloud of scandal and his past is about to catch up with him. And Polly's own future begins to take on a new and fascinating shape.... The perfect listen for fans of The Villa and Summer's Child, this is a beguiling and evocative tale that will transport you away to the Riviera itself. Members Reviews: Too many characters for so thin a plot The reader was excellent, giving each of the (far too) many characters a separate voice. The characterizations were very good, even the minor characters were described with perhaps more detail than they deserved. The plot was thin and the book went on too long. Good, too many characters not completely developed There were far too many characters who were interesting in the beginning, but lost steam towards the end of the book. Still a listenable book for a beach or a car ride. Pornographic Story was fine until introduction of pornography. I did not finish book because of this. A Good Storyline This book has a good storyline that is easy to follow. It is well read. Meandering and boring I was hoping this would be a cozy and entertaining mystery/romance story. No such luck. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Choices-We-Make-Audiobook/B01GQMYILC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Choices We Make Author: Karma Brown Narrator: Cassandra Campbell, Jorjeana Marie Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 07-12-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 96 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Following her best-selling debut novel Come Away with Me, Karma Brown returns with an unforgettable story that explores the intricate dynamics of friendship and parenthood. Hannah and Kate became friends in the fifth grade, when Hannah hit a boy for looking up Kate's skirt with a mirror. While they've been close as sisters ever since, Hannah can't help but feel envious of the little family Kate and her husband, David, have created - complete with two perfect little girls. She and Ben have been trying for years to have a baby, so when they receive the news that she will likely never get pregnant, Hannah's heartbreak is overwhelming. But just as they begin to tentatively explore the other options, it's Kate's turn to do the rescuing. Not only does she offer to be Hannah's surrogate, but Kate is willing to use her own eggs to do so. Full of renewed hope, excitement, and gratitude, these two families embark on an incredible journey toward parenthood...until a devastating tragedy puts everything these women have worked toward at risk of falling apart. Poignant and refreshingly honest, The Choices We Make is a powerful tale of an incredible friendship and the risks we take to make our dreams come true. Critic Reviews: "She's the female Nicholas Sparks." (Redbook) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Karma Brown) Tue, 12 Jul 2016 02:25:57 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Choices-We-Make-Audiobook/B01GQMYILC thebookvoice.com 08:56:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Choices We Make Author: Karma Brown Narrator: Cassandra Campbell, Jorjeana Marie Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 07-12-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 96 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Following her best-selling debut novel Come Away with Me, Karma Brown returns with an unforgettable story that explores the intricate dynamics of friendship and parenthood. Hannah and Kate became friends in the fifth grade, when Hannah hit a boy for looking up Kate's skirt with a mirror. While they've been close as sisters ever since, Hannah can't help but feel envious of the little family Kate and her husband, David, have created - complete with two perfect little girls. She and Ben have been trying for years to have a baby, so when they receive the news that she will likely never get pregnant, Hannah's heartbreak is overwhelming. But just as they begin to tentatively explore the other options, it's Kate's turn to do the rescuing. Not only does she offer to be Hannah's surrogate, but Kate is willing to use her own eggs to do so. Full of renewed hope, excitement, and gratitude, these two families embark on an incredible journey toward parenthood...until a devastating tragedy puts everything these women have worked toward at risk of falling apart. Poignant and refreshingly honest, The Choices We Make is a powerful tale of an incredible friendship and the risks we take to make our dreams come true. Critic Reviews: "She's the female Nicholas Sparks." (Redbook) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Choices We Make Author: Karma Brown Narrator: Cassandra Campbell, Jorjeana Marie Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 07-12-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 96 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Following her best-selling debut novel Come Away with Me, Karma Brown returns with an unforgettable story that explores the intricate dynamics of friendship and parenthood. Hannah and Kate became friends in the fifth grade, when Hannah hit a boy for looking up Kate's skirt with a mirror. While they've been close as sisters ever since, Hannah can't help but feel envious of the little family Kate and her husband, David, have created - complete with two perfect little girls. She and Ben have been trying for years to have a baby, so when they receive the news that she will likely never get pregnant, Hannah's heartbreak is overwhelming. But just as they begin to tentatively explore the other options, it's Kate's turn to do the rescuing. Not only does she offer to be Hannah's surrogate, but Kate is willing to use her own eggs to do so. Full of renewed hope, excitement, and gratitude, these two families embark on an incredible journey toward parenthood...until a devastating tragedy puts everything these women have worked toward at risk of falling apart. Poignant and refreshingly honest, The Choices We Make is a powerful tale of an incredible friendship and the risks we take to make our dreams come true. Critic Reviews: "She's the female Nicholas Sparks." (Redbook) Members Reviews: Loved everything about this book!! I really liked the story line, was very real and timely to recent news as of late. Loved the narration, characters were great! Just a good book. Very quick listen. Heart rendering beautiful! Beautifully performed and exquisitely written! There is tragedy, hope and breathtaking love in this story! Incredibly annoying main character ruined the story! The main character, Hannah, is so moody, self-righteous, and bitchy, that it's really difficult to root for her as the story progresses. She has several tantrums throughout the story, never stopping to consider the consequences of her actions (much like a toddler). While the premise of the story is good, I can't recommend this book because of the main character. I had zero sympathy for Hannah and I found myself wishing she would pull herself together, act like an adult, and stop treating people so poorly. How is it possible to dislike all the characters? I found the two main characters to be whiny and annoying. I did something that I have never done before and that is fast forwarded to the end. The ending was the only redeeming quality of this book. Amazing This was a great book about love and friendship. The ending was not what I expected, but it was good. Kept me on the edge of my seat and was an emotional roller coaster. I highly recommend. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Standing-in-the-Rainbow-Audiobook/B002V0RL0E Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Standing in the Rainbow Author: Fannie Flagg Narrator: Fannie Flagg Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 09-20-02 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 382 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The time is 1946 until the present. The town is Elmwood Springs, Missouri, right in the middle of the country, in the midst of the mostly joyous transition from war to peace, aiming toward a dizzyingly bright future. Once again, Fannie Flagg gives us a story of richly human characters, the saving graces of the once-maligned middle classes and small-town life, and the daily contest between laughter and tears. Fannie truly writes from the heartland, and her storytelling is, to quote Time, "utterly irresistible." Critic Reviews: "Everything is infused with the good humor and joie de vivre that are Flagg's stock-in-trade." (Publishers Weekly) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Fannie Flagg) Fri, 20 Sep 2002 22:48:48 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Standing-in-the-Rainbow-Audiobook/B002V0RL0E thebookvoice.com 05:11:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Standing in the Rainbow Author: Fannie Flagg Narrator: Fannie Flagg Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 09-20-02 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 382 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The time is 1946 until the present. The town is Elmwood Springs, Missouri, right in the middle of the country, in the midst of the mostly joyous transition from war to peace, aiming toward a dizzyingly bright future. Once again, Fannie Flagg gives us a story of richly human characters, the saving graces of the once-maligned middle classes and small-town life, and the daily contest between laughter and tears. Fannie truly writes from the heartland, and her storytelling is, to quote Time, "utterly irresistible." Critic Reviews: "Everything is infused with the good humor and joie de vivre that are Flagg's stock-in-trade." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Standing in the Rainbow Author: Fannie Flagg Narrator: Fannie Flagg Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 09-20-02 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 382 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The time is 1946 until the present. The town is Elmwood Springs, Missouri, right in the middle of the country, in the midst of the mostly joyous transition from war to peace, aiming toward a dizzyingly bright future. Once again, Fannie Flagg gives us a story of richly human characters, the saving graces of the once-maligned middle classes and small-town life, and the daily contest between laughter and tears. Fannie truly writes from the heartland, and her storytelling is, to quote Time, "utterly irresistible." Critic Reviews: "Everything is infused with the good humor and joie de vivre that are Flagg's stock-in-trade." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Standing in the Rainbow A wonderful, old-timey feel-good flavor with an ultimate affection for each character Utterly Charming I didn't want the book to end. I loved all the characters in the book. And also enjoyed listening to Miss Flagg's reading of her book. Like Finding a Pot of Gold Standing in the Rainbow is a wonderful book. Especially for someone who just got her Medicare card, it is wonderfully nostalgic and heart warming. Fanny Flagg's characters are drawn lovingly, frequently showing a realistic mixture of likeable and unlikeable traits. I actually first got this as an audio CD set from the library but enjoyed it so much I want my own copy. Rockin' Chair . . . Lite Fare This is a fun easy listen . . . good for sittin' out on the porch in the rockin' chair . . . or just listening while you cook or clean. Country people, fun stories . . . you don't have to get all worked up about any of it . . . this book was a nice break from more serious southern books, the ones where you the characters wiggle their way deep into your heart . . . books like "Looking for Me" or "Saving CeeCee Huneycutt" . . . I like that Fannie Flagg tells her stories without leaving out the quirks and shortcomings of the towns people. It's just who they are, and it seems like back then, people just accepted that, instead of trying to psychoanalyze everything. Good book. Fannie Flagg-Always a Treat Fannie's books are always a treat and this one is no exception. Although it is a little more far reaching than others I have read, it is no less fascinating. She captures the life of average America and punches a little humor into it. She also captures the era in which she has staged her story. This book follows the lives of several people. It was a treat to read (hear)! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Krik-Krak-Audiobook/B002VAEK4E Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Krik? Krak! Author: Edwidge Danticat Narrator: Miles & Graham Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 05-22-07 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 53 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: American Book Award-winning author Edwidge Danticat earned a National Book Award nomination for this brilliant collection of stories, which includes the Pushcart Prize-winner "Between the Pool and the Gardenias". A remarkably gifted writer, Danticat examines the brutality of her native Haiti, particularly as it affects women, in tales that soar with raw emotion. ©1995 Edwidge Danticat (P)2007 Recorded Books Critic Reviews: "Spare, elegant and moving, these stories cohere into a superb collection." ( Publishers Weekly) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Edwidge Danticat) Tue, 22 May 2007 05:24:42 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Krik-Krak-Audiobook/B002VAEK4E thebookvoice.com 04:54:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Krik? Krak! Author: Edwidge Danticat Narrator: Miles & Graham Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 05-22-07 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 53 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: American Book Award-winning author Edwidge Danticat earned a National Book Award nomination for this brilliant collection of stories, which includes the Pushcart Prize-winner "Between the Pool and the Gardenias". A remarkably gifted writer, Danticat examines the brutality of her native Haiti, particularly as it affects women, in tales that soar with raw emotion. ©1995 Edwidge Danticat (P)2007 Recorded Books Critic Reviews: "Spare, elegant and moving, these stories cohere into a superb collection." ( Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Krik? Krak! Author: Edwidge Danticat Narrator: Miles & Graham Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 05-22-07 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 53 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: American Book Award-winning author Edwidge Danticat earned a National Book Award nomination for this brilliant collection of stories, which includes the Pushcart Prize-winner "Between the Pool and the Gardenias". A remarkably gifted writer, Danticat examines the brutality of her native Haiti, particularly as it affects women, in tales that soar with raw emotion. ©1995 Edwidge Danticat (P)2007 Recorded Books Critic Reviews: "Spare, elegant and moving, these stories cohere into a superb collection." ( Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: great, emotional Very insightful book about the lives of the people in Haiti on a personal level. the stories are somewhat sad and disheartening but the author has great purpose in writing the book. Very good narration also. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Memory-of-Water-Audiobook/B002V8L0LC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Memory of Water Author: Karen White Narrator: Susanna Burney Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-09 Publisher: Listen & Live Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 172 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: After 10 years of silence between the sisters, Marnie is called back to the South Carolina Lowcountry by Diana's ex-husband, Quinn. His young son has returned from a sailing trip with his emotionally unstable mother, and he is refusing to speak. In order to help the traumatized boy, Marnie must re-open old wounds and bring the darkest memories of their past to the surface. And she must confront Diana, before they all go under. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Karen White) Wed, 15 Jul 2009 23:50:46 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Memory-of-Water-Audiobook/B002V8L0LC thebookvoice.com 11:44:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Memory of Water Author: Karen White Narrator: Susanna Burney Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-09 Publisher: Listen & Live Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 172 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: After 10 years of silence between the sisters, Marnie is called back to the South Carolina Lowcountry by Diana's ex-husband, Quinn. His young son has returned from a sailing trip with his emotionally unstable mother, and he is refusing to speak. In order to help the traumatized boy, Marnie must re-open old wounds and bring the darkest memories of their past to the surface. And she must confront Diana, before they all go under. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Memory of Water Author: Karen White Narrator: Susanna Burney Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-09 Publisher: Listen & Live Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 172 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: After 10 years of silence between the sisters, Marnie is called back to the South Carolina Lowcountry by Diana's ex-husband, Quinn. His young son has returned from a sailing trip with his emotionally unstable mother, and he is refusing to speak. In order to help the traumatized boy, Marnie must re-open old wounds and bring the darkest memories of their past to the surface. And she must confront Diana, before they all go under. Members Reviews: The memory of water Right from the very first few sentences I was drawn into this story,and it held me throughout.It was a very intense story,but handled with plenty of hope ,and by the last hour(chapter) I almost had to pull over I was so involved in what was happening.This was the second book I've read by this author(The Lost Hours)and I will definately be listening (reading)more. did not believe these characters were southern great story but the narrator's voice didn't match the characters. took me awhile to really get into it for that reason. Struggled in the beginning.... but once I got past the first few chapters, I was not going to stop listening!! I love Karen White, so I knew I would love this story, and I was not disappointed!! Maybe one day, Karen White could narrate a Karen White book...OMG...PURE JOY!!! I don't know what happened here. I love Karen White and I have read all of her books. I was saving "The Memory of Water" for those times when I couldn't find something to read or when I needed to spend a credit on something that I knew woud be a for sure would be great. This book is not it. The storyline was dry and boring. I could not like anybody in this story. The sisters really needed to never see each other and I did not like the "replacement" wife, mother. The narriator's voice wore on my nerves. Was ok ......... slow start ..... I listened to this whole book. It's about two sisters who are apart for years and end up in the same town together. I will not listen again, it was a little slow, and I had trouble listening to the entire book. I do not regret the purchase, but prefer books that have a little more drama so-to-speak and books that keep me wanting to jump in the car to turn on my iPod asap!! I have thoroughly enjoyed all other Karen White books! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Atonement-Audiobook/B00P9QWE5Y Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Atonement Author: Ian McEwan Narrator: Carole Boyd Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 11-13-14 Publisher: Random House Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 34 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: On the hottest day of the summer of 1934, thirteen-year-old Briony Tallis sees her sister Cecilia strip off her clothes and plunge into the fountain in the garden of their country house. Watching her is Robbie Turner, her childhood friend who, like Cecilia, has recently come down from Cambridge. By the end of that day, the lives of all three will have been changed for ever. Robbie and Cecilia will have crossed a boundary they had not even imagined at its start, and will have become victims of the younger girl's imagination. Briony will have witnessed mysteries, and committed a crime for which she will spend the rest of her life trying to atone. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ian McEwan) Thu, 13 Nov 2014 17:55:31 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Atonement-Audiobook/B00P9QWE5Y thebookvoice.com 12:26:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Atonement Author: Ian McEwan Narrator: Carole Boyd Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 11-13-14 Publisher: Random House Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 34 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: On the hottest day of the summer of 1934, thirteen-year-old Briony Tallis sees her sister Cecilia strip off her clothes and plunge into the fountain in the garden of their country house. Watching her is Robbie Turner, her childhood friend who, like Cecilia, has recently come down from Cambridge. By the end of that day, the lives of all three will have been changed for ever. Robbie and Cecilia will have crossed a boundary they had not even imagined at its start, and will have become victims of the younger girl's imagination. Briony will have witnessed mysteries, and committed a crime for which she will spend the rest of her life trying to atone. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Atonement Author: Ian McEwan Narrator: Carole Boyd Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 11-13-14 Publisher: Random House Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 34 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: On the hottest day of the summer of 1934, thirteen-year-old Briony Tallis sees her sister Cecilia strip off her clothes and plunge into the fountain in the garden of their country house. Watching her is Robbie Turner, her childhood friend who, like Cecilia, has recently come down from Cambridge. By the end of that day, the lives of all three will have been changed for ever. Robbie and Cecilia will have crossed a boundary they had not even imagined at its start, and will have become victims of the younger girl's imagination. Briony will have witnessed mysteries, and committed a crime for which she will spend the rest of her life trying to atone. Members Reviews: What a rich experience with excellent narration. Pared back writing that is meaty . Ian McEwan plays with time and memory and meaning to sculpt a nutritious story. Slow start but beautifully crafted... The reason I haven't given this five stars is because of the monotonous start. I nearly gave up. But I stuck with it and, what was a relatively minor event, in the scheme of things, was crafted into a huge web of little mysteries that I wanted resolved. The performance was outstanding and, overall, this is a beautifully written book. Stylish and deep Narration superb. Eclipses the film. Excellent in its style and delivery. Better than I had expected for my first book. Amazing! I had seen the film long before listening to this audiobook and loved it. However, the book is all the film was and much more. We are allowed access to Briony's mind and reasoning and it is not an easy story to hear. She is a character to love and hate and is written beautifully. I think the narrator does a wonderful job with an amazing story. A must read / listen. Excellent. Really enjoyed it Would you consider the audio edition of Atonement to be better than the print version? I have read the book but really enjoyed hearing the story - it bought it to life for me. What does Carole Boyd bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you had only read the book? Really great reading; smooth and handles the language of the book brilliantly. Any additional comments? Overall an excellent story with great characters; beautifully written and thoroughly absorbing. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Descendants-Audiobook/B0043BHMD0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Descendants Author: Kaui Hart Hemmings Narrator: Jonathan Davis Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-10 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1254 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Now a major motion picture starring George Clooney! Matthew King was once considered one of the most fortunate men in Hawaii. His missionary ancestors who came to the islands were financially and culturally progressive - one even married a Hawaiian princess, making Matt a royal descendant and one of the states largest landowners. But now his luck has changed. His two daughters are out of control - 10-year-old Scottie has a smart-ass attitude and a desperate need for attention and 17-year-old Alex, a former model, is a recovering drug addict. His thrill-seeking and high-maintenance wife, Joanie, lies in a coma after a boat racing accident, and will soon be taken off life support. The King family can hardly picture life without their charismatic mother, but as they come to terms with this tragedy, their sadness is mixed with a sense of freedom that shames them - and spurs them into surprising actions. Critic Reviews: "Matt's journey with his girls forms the emotional core of this sharply observed, frequently hilarious and intermittently heartbreaking look at a well-meaning but confused father trying to hold together his unconventional family." (Publishers Weekly) "[An] audaciously comic début novel.... Hemmings channels the voice of her befuddled middle-aged hero with virtuosity, as he teeters between acerbic and sentimental, scoffing at himself even as he grasps for redemption." (The New Yorker) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kaui Hart Hemmings) Fri, 01 Oct 2010 23:10:35 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Descendants-Audiobook/B0043BHMD0 thebookvoice.com 09:12:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Descendants Author: Kaui Hart Hemmings Narrator: Jonathan Davis Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-10 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1254 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Now a major motion picture starring George Clooney! Matthew King was once considered one of the most fortunate men in Hawaii. His missionary ancestors who came to the islands were financially and culturally progressive - one even married a Hawaiian princess, making Matt a royal descendant and one of the states largest landowners. But now his luck has changed. His two daughters are out of control - 10-year-old Scottie has a smart-ass attitude and a desperate need for attention and 17-year-old Alex, a former model, is a recovering drug addict. His thrill-seeking and high-maintenance wife, Joanie, lies in a coma after a boat racing accident, and will soon be taken off life support. The King family can hardly picture life without their charismatic mother, but as they come to terms with this tragedy, their sadness is mixed with a sense of freedom that shames them - and spurs them into surprising actions. Critic Reviews: "Matt's journey with his girls forms the emotional core of this sharply observed, frequently hilarious and intermittently heartbreaking look at a well-meaning but confused father trying to hold together his unconventional family." (Publishers Weekly) "[An] audaciously comic début novel.... Hemmings channels the voice of her befuddled middle-aged hero with virtuosity, as he teeters between acerbic and sentimental, scoffing at himself even as he grasps for redemption." (The New Yorker) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Descendants Author: Kaui Hart Hemmings Narrator: Jonathan Davis Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-10 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1254 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Now a major motion picture starring George Clooney! Matthew King was once considered one of the most fortunate men in Hawaii. His missionary ancestors who came to the islands were financially and culturally progressive - one even married a Hawaiian princess, making Matt a royal descendant and one of the states largest landowners. But now his luck has changed. His two daughters are out of control - 10-year-old Scottie has a smart-ass attitude and a desperate need for attention and 17-year-old Alex, a former model, is a recovering drug addict. His thrill-seeking and high-maintenance wife, Joanie, lies in a coma after a boat racing accident, and will soon be taken off life support. The King family can hardly picture life without their charismatic mother, but as they come to terms with this tragedy, their sadness is mixed with a sense of freedom that shames them - and spurs them into surprising actions. Critic Reviews: "Matt's journey with his girls forms the emotional core of this sharply observed, frequently hilarious and intermittently heartbreaking look at a well-meaning but confused father trying to hold together his unconventional family." (Publishers Weekly) "[An] audaciously comic début novel.... Hemmings channels the voice of her befuddled middle-aged hero with virtuosity, as he teeters between acerbic and sentimental, scoffing at himself even as he grasps for redemption." (The New Yorker) Members Reviews: Try it, you'll love it! I came to this novel through watching a trailer for the movie by the same name. We'll have to wait a bit for the movie, but in the meantime, content yourself with this read. As mentioned in the book blurbs, the movie features George Clooney, and after watching some of the scenes unfold, when reading the book, his persona infuses every scene. To the complete advantage of the entire story, I will add. This novel has that perfectly dissonant blend of humor and grace, of sarcasm and solemnity, and brilliantly handles all those "OMG what do I do now?" moments with unbelievable delicacy and with a moment-by-moment way of working things out. The added base note and a solid character in its own right is the lush ecosystem of the Hawaiian islands and their culture, and the main character's historical and emotional connection to that environment, where his family has lived and prospered for centuries. Not just another family drama in paradise! Read this one, you won't be sorry. And I think you'll enjoy the movie all the more. Endearing story - No One Handle Death the Same Death, cheating and love. What happens when a family has to deal with their personal world falling down, while the world moves forward. Good book, I see why they made it into a movie. Sorry guys, no blood, gore, or gratuitous sex. This book just deals with a man trying to do the best he can, as he has to deal with emotions, and sometimes that is painful. Not Sappy instead honestly elicits tears & laughs I expected this book to be sappy, instead it was touching and funny with hardly a drop of sap. The characters are excellently developed, especially considering the novel is completely first person narrative. I came to know even the minor characters. This was a beautiful story of a family in decent, due to stress & sorrow, accident & adolescence, isolation & infidelity, betrayal & banality. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Fluke-Audiobook/B002V1K2PE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fluke Subtitle: Or, I Know Why the Winged Whale Sings Author: Christopher Moore Narrator: Bill Irwin Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 02-15-08 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1002 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Just why do humpback whales sing? That's the question that has marine behavioral biologist Nate Quinn and his crew poking, charting, recording, and photographing very big, wet, gray marine mammals - until the extraordinary day when a whale lifts its tail into the air to display a cryptic message spelled out in foot-high letters: Bite Me. Trouble is, Nate's beginning to wonder if he hasn't spent just a little too much time in the sun. 'Cause no one else on his team saw a thing - not his longtime partner, Clay Demodocus; not their saucy young research assistant; not even the spliff-puffing white-boy Rastaman Kona (aka Preston Applebaum). But later, when a roll of film returns from the lab missing the crucial tail shot - and his research facility is trashed - Nate realizes something very fishy indeed is going on. By turns witty, irreverent, fascinating, puzzling, and surprising, Fluke is Christopher Moore at his outrageous best. Critic Reviews: "This amusing pastiche cobbles together elements from all the classic sea yarns: from Jonah and the Whale to Moby Dick to 20,000 Leagues under the Sea." (Booklist) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Christopher Moore) Fri, 15 Feb 2008 13:57:30 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Fluke-Audiobook/B002V1K2PE thebookvoice.com 09:46:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fluke Subtitle: Or, I Know Why the Winged Whale Sings Author: Christopher Moore Narrator: Bill Irwin Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 02-15-08 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1002 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Just why do humpback whales sing? That's the question that has marine behavioral biologist Nate Quinn and his crew poking, charting, recording, and photographing very big, wet, gray marine mammals - until the extraordinary day when a whale lifts its tail into the air to display a cryptic message spelled out in foot-high letters: Bite Me. Trouble is, Nate's beginning to wonder if he hasn't spent just a little too much time in the sun. 'Cause no one else on his team saw a thing - not his longtime partner, Clay Demodocus; not their saucy young research assistant; not even the spliff-puffing white-boy Rastaman Kona (aka Preston Applebaum). But later, when a roll of film returns from the lab missing the crucial tail shot - and his research facility is trashed - Nate realizes something very fishy indeed is going on. By turns witty, irreverent, fascinating, puzzling, and surprising, Fluke is Christopher Moore at his outrageous best. Critic Reviews: "This amusing pastiche cobbles together elements from all the classic sea yarns: from Jonah and the Whale to Moby Dick to 20,000 Leagues under the Sea." (Booklist) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fluke Subtitle: Or, I Know Why the Winged Whale Sings Author: Christopher Moore Narrator: Bill Irwin Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 02-15-08 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1002 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Just why do humpback whales sing? That's the question that has marine behavioral biologist Nate Quinn and his crew poking, charting, recording, and photographing very big, wet, gray marine mammals - until the extraordinary day when a whale lifts its tail into the air to display a cryptic message spelled out in foot-high letters: Bite Me. Trouble is, Nate's beginning to wonder if he hasn't spent just a little too much time in the sun. 'Cause no one else on his team saw a thing - not his longtime partner, Clay Demodocus; not their saucy young research assistant; not even the spliff-puffing white-boy Rastaman Kona (aka Preston Applebaum). But later, when a roll of film returns from the lab missing the crucial tail shot - and his research facility is trashed - Nate realizes something very fishy indeed is going on. By turns witty, irreverent, fascinating, puzzling, and surprising, Fluke is Christopher Moore at his outrageous best. Critic Reviews: "This amusing pastiche cobbles together elements from all the classic sea yarns: from Jonah and the Whale to Moby Dick to 20,000 Leagues under the Sea." (Booklist) Members Reviews: Entertaining story, as usual! Christopher Moore writes another great story peppered with humor, sarcasm and entertainment. I love how he forces you to accept some very weird ideas without hesitation. Unfortunately, this story reader, Bill Irwin, was completely wrong for this type of book. He didn't know how to convey the sarcasm and humor properly and the lightness that we love from Mr. Moore was lost. Mr. Irwin's monotonous voice for the first few chapters of the book almost kept me from continuing on. He got slightly better as the story progressed, or, perhaps, I just got used to his painfully monotonous style of narrating. I would highly recommend this book to read, but not to listen to. Best way to ruin a good book. Okay, I want to make it clear that this book is one of Moores best. I LOVED IT. However, and its a big however, I didnt love the narrator. OMG! (As Abby Normal would say). Bill Irwin (Please forgive me Bill) is as dry and unexciting as, well, the most dry and unexciting thing you can think of. Irwin just kills this book. I thought I saw Fisher Stevens attached to this audio book on Amazon. What happened? My advice is to get this book on disc at Amazon with Fisher Stevens. What a shame. A guilty pleasure Sorry, I have to admit it. I'm a huge Christopher Moore fan. Admittedly, this author is not for everyone; you have to totally suspend belief in order to keep going when his stories start departing from reality, and just go along for the ride. "Fluke" is no exception: try explaining the plot to another person, and you'll wind up sounding like a candidate for a bed at Bellvue. But it's usually a great ride, and a great read; funny, full of memorable, outrageous characters but never so "over the top" that you can't get on board with them. And nobody writes a line like Christopher Moore. With every book, I find myself quoting his characters on a daily basis. My advice to you: put aside that crime novel, that self-help book, that evil government spy drivel, and pick up Christopher Moore. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/A-Child-in-Time-Audiobook/B002V5BOZW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Child in Time Author: Ian McEwan Narrator: Simon Prebble Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 10-23-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 69 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: New York Times best-selling author Ian McEwan is a Booker and Whitbread Prize winner. In this powerful tour de force, two parents come to appreciate the forces of love and time after the disappearance of their daughter, Kate. ©1987 Ian McEwan; (P)2004 Recorded Books, LLC. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ian McEwan) Thu, 23 Oct 2008 21:21:42 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/A-Child-in-Time-Audiobook/B002V5BOZW thebookvoice.com 08:49:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Child in Time Author: Ian McEwan Narrator: Simon Prebble Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 10-23-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 69 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: New York Times best-selling author Ian McEwan is a Booker and Whitbread Prize winner. In this powerful tour de force, two parents come to appreciate the forces of love and time after the disappearance of their daughter, Kate. ©1987 Ian McEwan; (P)2004 Recorded Books, LLC. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Child in Time Author: Ian McEwan Narrator: Simon Prebble Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 10-23-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 69 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: New York Times best-selling author Ian McEwan is a Booker and Whitbread Prize winner. In this powerful tour de force, two parents come to appreciate the forces of love and time after the disappearance of their daughter, Kate. ©1987 Ian McEwan; (P)2004 Recorded Books, LLC. Members Reviews: A sustaining pleasure Where does A Child in Time rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? So far, at the top -- right up there with the later McEwans. Have you listened to any of Simon Prebbles other performances before? How does this one compare? Prebble is a steady, reliable, articulate reader. He's able to give each character subtle shadings that pull the narrative forward without intruding or overacting. Any additional comments? Both Sweet Tooth and Child in Time take place, for the most part in a London and at a time that's familiar to me. A personal bias -- a kind of hungry homesickness for time and place and old friends -- makes the choice of five stars inevitable! But well beyond that is admiration for McEwan's ability to write a complex story of love and loss with great intelligence and humor. Ian McEwan doesn't disappoint. Narrator was excellent. McEwan writes beautifully. For me, his books are more about the journey: each sentence is so well crafted, and the plot is a bonus. Not McEwan's Best Effort I am a big Ian McEwan fan. I have read all of his published novels, and many of his short stories. This novel I have picked up many times but always would lose interest after about 25 pages. I decided to buy the audiobook, thinking that it might make it easier to "get over the hump." It did, but still, even the audiobook was a bit of a chore. This book hits some of the familiar Ian McEwan themes, such as the nature of chance and how a life can turn on a dime, but it went on to more general and murky discussions about the nature of time itself, and these lengthy discourses never seemed to advance a real story. It seemed a bit pretentious. I am not saying the book did not have some high points. McEwan is so skilled a writer, I am sure his grocery list would be a decent read, but, to me, this is the least satisfying of all his novels. Ian McEwan's worst. Pretentious and disappointing. Would have been better as a couple of short stories without the tedious padding. McEwan is capable of far superior material. Nothing but words So many words, yet no story. The author had three major places to redeem himself, but failed. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Hard-Hitter-Audiobook/B01MZ4N7NE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hard Hitter Subtitle: The Brooklyn Bruisers Series, Book 2 Author: Sarina Bowen Narrator: Nicol Zanzarella, Rock Engle Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 01-05-17 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 97 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the USA Today best-selling author of Rookie Move comes the second novel in the series that's hot enough to melt the ice. He's a fighter in the rink, but he's about to learn that playing nice can help you score. As team captain and enforcer, Patrick O'Doul puts the bruise in the Brooklyn Bruisers. But after years of hard hits, O'Doul is feeling the burn, both physically and mentally. He conceals his pain from his coach and trainers, but when his chronic hip injury becomes too obvious to ignore, they send him for sessions with the team's massage therapist. After breaking up with her long-term boyfriend, Ari Bettini is in need of peace of mind. For now she's decided to focus on her work: rehabilitating the Bruisers' MVP. O'Doul is easy on the eyes, but his reaction to her touch is ice cold. Ari is determined to help O'Doul heal, but as the tension between them turns red hot, they both learn that a little TLC does the body good. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sarina Bowen) Thu, 05 Jan 2017 02:44:00 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Hard-Hitter-Audiobook/B01MZ4N7NE thebookvoice.com 09:56:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hard Hitter Subtitle: The Brooklyn Bruisers Series, Book 2 Author: Sarina Bowen Narrator: Nicol Zanzarella, Rock Engle Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 01-05-17 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 97 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the USA Today best-selling author of Rookie Move comes the second novel in the series that's hot enough to melt the ice. He's a fighter in the rink, but he's about to learn that playing nice can help you score. As team captain and enforcer, Patrick O'Doul puts the bruise in the Brooklyn Bruisers. But after years of hard hits, O'Doul is feeling the burn, both physically and mentally. He conceals his pain from his coach and trainers, but when his chronic hip injury becomes too obvious to ignore, they send him for sessions with the team's massage therapist. After breaking up with her long-term boyfriend, Ari Bettini is in need of peace of mind. For now she's decided to focus on her work: rehabilitating the Bruisers' MVP. O'Doul is easy on the eyes, but his reaction to her touch is ice cold. Ari is determined to help O'Doul heal, but as the tension between them turns red hot, they both learn that a little TLC does the body good. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hard Hitter Subtitle: The Brooklyn Bruisers Series, Book 2 Author: Sarina Bowen Narrator: Nicol Zanzarella, Rock Engle Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 01-05-17 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 97 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the USA Today best-selling author of Rookie Move comes the second novel in the series that's hot enough to melt the ice. He's a fighter in the rink, but he's about to learn that playing nice can help you score. As team captain and enforcer, Patrick O'Doul puts the bruise in the Brooklyn Bruisers. But after years of hard hits, O'Doul is feeling the burn, both physically and mentally. He conceals his pain from his coach and trainers, but when his chronic hip injury becomes too obvious to ignore, they send him for sessions with the team's massage therapist. After breaking up with her long-term boyfriend, Ari Bettini is in need of peace of mind. For now she's decided to focus on her work: rehabilitating the Bruisers' MVP. O'Doul is easy on the eyes, but his reaction to her touch is ice cold. Ari is determined to help O'Doul heal, but as the tension between them turns red hot, they both learn that a little TLC does the body good. Members Reviews: Enjoyable 2nd book of a hockey romance series! I loved this story by Sarina Bowen, she has an amazing way to write incredibly really characters dealing with very serious problems in an endearing and real way. The narration was good - I thought Rock Engle did a great job! Nicol Zanzarella is a wonderful narrator though I didn't really think her voice suited this character as well as other narrators could have, though it did not detract from my enjoyment of the audio version of the book. Another great hockey romance from Sarina Bowen What about Nicol Zanzarella and Rock Engle s performance did you like? I loved both the performances. I really thought they both brought the story to life. I usually favor listening to male narrators and Rock Engle is now a new favorite! I will be looking for more titles that he's narrated. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? A bit too long for that, but I did my best to find excuses to keep listening!!! Any additional comments? Sarina Bowen is one of my newer favorite authors. She has never disappointed me and her hockey stories and characters are among my all-time favorite romances ever. If she writes it, I read it. Liked one narrarator, not the other Any additional comments? Fine Sarina Bowen story, as usual. Particularly liked the reveal on O'Doul's backstory. Unfortunately, I found myself becoming impatient with Ari, partly because of her angsty repetitiveness, but mostly because the narrator used the same Mae-West drawl throughout. I found myself rolling my eyes and cringing by the end. Liked Rick Engle's voicing of O'Doul's tough-guy/sweetie persona, though. Oh Ari and Patrick i can't seem to get enough of Ms. Bowens' books! these hockey players rock! I need some yoga in my life! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/A-Bend-in-the-River-Audiobook/B002V0KDL8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Bend in the River Author: V.S. Naipaul Narrator: Simon Vance Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 09-16-04 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 366 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In this incandescent novel, V.S. Naipaul takes us deeply into the life of one man, an Indian who, uprooted by the bloody tides of Third World history, has come to live in an isolated town at the bend of a great river in a newly independent African nation. Naipaul gives us the most convincing and disturbing vision yet of what happens in a place caught between the dangerously alluring modern world and its own tenacious past and traditions. ©1979 V.S. Naipaul; (P)2004 Blackstone Audiobooks Critic Reviews: "A brilliant novel." (The New York Times) "Confirms Naipaul's position as one of the best writers now at work." (Newsweek) biacuaduc@gmail.com (V.S. Naipaul) Thu, 16 Sep 2004 22:45:60 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/A-Bend-in-the-River-Audiobook/B002V0KDL8 thebookvoice.com 10:41:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Bend in the River Author: V.S. Naipaul Narrator: Simon Vance Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 09-16-04 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 366 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In this incandescent novel, V.S. Naipaul takes us deeply into the life of one man, an Indian who, uprooted by the bloody tides of Third World history, has come to live in an isolated town at the bend of a great river in a newly independent African nation. Naipaul gives us the most convincing and disturbing vision yet of what happens in a place caught between the dangerously alluring modern world and its own tenacious past and traditions. ©1979 V.S. Naipaul; (P)2004 Blackstone Audiobooks Critic Reviews: "A brilliant novel." (The New York Times) "Confirms Naipaul's position as one of the best writers now at work." (Newsweek) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Bend in the River Author: V.S. Naipaul Narrator: Simon Vance Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 09-16-04 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 366 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In this incandescent novel, V.S. Naipaul takes us deeply into the life of one man, an Indian who, uprooted by the bloody tides of Third World history, has come to live in an isolated town at the bend of a great river in a newly independent African nation. Naipaul gives us the most convincing and disturbing vision yet of what happens in a place caught between the dangerously alluring modern world and its own tenacious past and traditions. ©1979 V.S. Naipaul; (P)2004 Blackstone Audiobooks Critic Reviews: "A brilliant novel." (The New York Times) "Confirms Naipaul's position as one of the best writers now at work." (Newsweek) Members Reviews: Beautiful, insightful, troubling First of all, I love the beautiful simplicity of this story of change and spiraling evolution in a crossroads African village on a Bend in the River (Congo?). Here is a modern novel, way above the class of the recent wave of complex and cliche ridden historical fictions. Here is a 'tip of the iceberg' novel, where so many layers of meaning and emotions arise out of an almost childlike diary-like narrative and run very deep. I was thinking about this book for a week after I read it and, could not, did not want to start another book until this one had settled a little in my psyche - A lot like listening to a great piece of music or having a spectacular meal and then not want to here or eat anything special for a while. I found the experience of reading/listening to be nothing less than transendental, on the order of a Kawabata or Steinbeck. This is the counterpart to the difficult modern fiction of Joyce, Faulkner, Woolf, and even Rushdie. Here, less is more and absolutely no struggling is required on the part of the reader, yet the author seems to effortlessly take you to on a journey that is compared to Hearts of Darkness, but there is nothing murky here. The waters are clear and devastating. Highly recommended This story is presumed to be set in early post-colonial Congo (formerly Zaire, formerly the Belgian Congo.) Salim, through whose eyes we experience the story, is a young ethnic Indian from Eastern Africa, where he has few opportunities. He is given an opportunity to take over a small business in a town "at the bend in the river" in Central Africa, where he goes to live. There, he makes a living and forms friendships and liasons with others from the community and with outsiders, like himself, who have settled there. He earns respect as one who can be depended on. He takes in not only a younger member of his old boyhood household in the east, but also the teenage son of a trader. Through the eyes of Salim, we feel an optimism for this developing country and experience the sense of belonging and drive to survive of everyone living there: from the citizens of the region to the European ex-patriates. As the story shows the country beginning to dissolve into chaos and lawlessness, we have the feeling that we are witnessing close-up the human story behind the news reports we sometimes read about strife-torn countries. This is a well-told story, with an interesting plot, a varied cast of characters, and the fascinating backdrop of modern history in Africa. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Forgotten-Seamstress-Audiobook/B00KHXG86U Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Forgotten Seamstress Author: Liz Trenow Narrator: Anne Flosnik Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 06-09-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 164 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A shy girl with no family, Maria knows she's lucky to have landed in the sewing room of the royal household. Before World War I casts its shadow, she catches the eye of the Prince of Wales, a glamorous and intense gentleman. But her life takes a far darker turn, and soon all she has left is a fantastical story about her time at Buckingham Palace. Decades later, Caroline Meadows discovers a beautiful quilt in her mother's attic. When she can't figure out the meaning of the message embroidered into its lining, she embarks on a quest to reveal its mystery, a puzzle that only seems to grow more important to her own heart. As Caroline pieces together the secret history of the quilt, she comes closer and closer to the truth about Maria. Pause-resistant and heartbreaking, The Forgotten Seamstress weaves together past and present in an unforgettable journey. Critic Reviews: "The two narratives are seamlessly woven together, forming a heartrending tapestry of tragedy and resilience." ( Booklist) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Liz Trenow) Mon, 09 Jun 2014 20:27:55 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Forgotten-Seamstress-Audiobook/B00KHXG86U thebookvoice.com 08:56:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Forgotten Seamstress Author: Liz Trenow Narrator: Anne Flosnik Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 06-09-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 164 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A shy girl with no family, Maria knows she's lucky to have landed in the sewing room of the royal household. Before World War I casts its shadow, she catches the eye of the Prince of Wales, a glamorous and intense gentleman. But her life takes a far darker turn, and soon all she has left is a fantastical story about her time at Buckingham Palace. Decades later, Caroline Meadows discovers a beautiful quilt in her mother's attic. When she can't figure out the meaning of the message embroidered into its lining, she embarks on a quest to reveal its mystery, a puzzle that only seems to grow more important to her own heart. As Caroline pieces together the secret history of the quilt, she comes closer and closer to the truth about Maria. Pause-resistant and heartbreaking, The Forgotten Seamstress weaves together past and present in an unforgettable journey. Critic Reviews: "The two narratives are seamlessly woven together, forming a heartrending tapestry of tragedy and resilience." ( Booklist) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Forgotten Seamstress Author: Liz Trenow Narrator: Anne Flosnik Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 06-09-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 164 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A shy girl with no family, Maria knows she's lucky to have landed in the sewing room of the royal household. Before World War I casts its shadow, she catches the eye of the Prince of Wales, a glamorous and intense gentleman. But her life takes a far darker turn, and soon all she has left is a fantastical story about her time at Buckingham Palace. Decades later, Caroline Meadows discovers a beautiful quilt in her mother's attic. When she can't figure out the meaning of the message embroidered into its lining, she embarks on a quest to reveal its mystery, a puzzle that only seems to grow more important to her own heart. As Caroline pieces together the secret history of the quilt, she comes closer and closer to the truth about Maria. Pause-resistant and heartbreaking, The Forgotten Seamstress weaves together past and present in an unforgettable journey. Critic Reviews: "The two narratives are seamlessly woven together, forming a heartrending tapestry of tragedy and resilience." ( Booklist) Members Reviews: I enjoyed listening to this book I found the story captivating (and unfortunately, entirely plausible). The writer wove many time periods into the tale without creating a convoluted mess. I also appreciated how the narrator gave distinct personalities to the 3 primary characters. Enchanting work of art! This was a beautifully written story spanning several generations, exploring cultural differences and obstacles. It imposed upon me the reality surrounding the affairs of the heart and all of those affected by decisions and actions made by powerful, influential people. When I started it I found it a little difficult to get into because of the language difference with the strong English accents. After awhile I really enjoyed the variety of voice interpretations for the different characters. I was immensely intrigued by the storyline relating to the patchwork quilt and totally captivated by the historical research and the steps that were taken to discover truths hidden in the fabric and stitches. I was convinced more than ever of the importance of labeling quilts and other works of art for accurate provenance. I was sad when the story ended. A wonderful, touching, riveting story. What did you love best about The Forgotten Seamstress? This book has everything - romance, mystery, action and was very nicely delivered by the narrator. What did you like best about this story? The story takes you along without a hitch - going effortlessly from one character to the other. If you like sewing, fabrics, quilting, etc. this is the book for you. The fabric descriptions are graphic and pleasant - historically interesting. Which scene was your favorite? I especially like the scene where she recovers the quilt from the vagrant. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I would have listened in one sitting if it had been possible - but taking it in several segments worked fine. Any additional comments? This is a lovely story which is greatly enhanced by the wonderful reader - I enjoyed it more than I can describe. Enjoyed the book This was really good. Didn't expect the ending. Enjoyed the narrator. Wanted the story to continue Life without F The story itself is awesome! However, I thought at first that my ears were playing tricks, but no, the narrator really does pronounce the letter "f" as a p. Life is Lipe, coffee is coppee, of is op. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Secret-Brother-Audiobook/B00XI0WB6U Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Secret Brother Author: V. C. Andrews Narrator: Charlotte Penfield Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 05-26-15 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The new novel from the author of Flowers in the Attic and Petals on the Wind - both now major Lifetime movie events. A young boy suffers amnesia from a trauma he suffered in what feels like must have been another life. He's adopted into a wealthy family - but what will happen when he learns the truth about his past? biacuaduc@gmail.com (V. C. Andrews) Tue, 26 May 2015 20:47:53 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Secret-Brother-Audiobook/B00XI0WB6U thebookvoice.com 09:52:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Secret Brother Author: V. C. Andrews Narrator: Charlotte Penfield Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 05-26-15 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The new novel from the author of Flowers in the Attic and Petals on the Wind - both now major Lifetime movie events. A young boy suffers amnesia from a trauma he suffered in what feels like must have been another life. He's adopted into a wealthy family - but what will happen when he learns the truth about his past? Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Secret Brother Author: V. C. Andrews Narrator: Charlotte Penfield Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 05-26-15 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The new novel from the author of Flowers in the Attic and Petals on the Wind - both now major Lifetime movie events. A young boy suffers amnesia from a trauma he suffered in what feels like must have been another life. He's adopted into a wealthy family - but what will happen when he learns the truth about his past? Members Reviews: That was a Whole Lotta Nothin!!!! Based on the fact that Books 1 and 2 were some of the WORST Ive ever read, I had extremely low expectations for Book 3 but I persevered anyway because I wanted to know the story of how Cory survived. The good news is: if thats your goal too, you can completely skip Books 1 & 2 trust me, they are NOT worth your time and really have no connection to Book 3. It makes me wonder: how is this really even a series?? Less than 1% of this book was good and I think thats generous! I was genuinely interested in Corys storyline What would happen to him? Would he talk about his experiences? Would he recover? Would there be an investigation into where he came from? I wanted to know all about it but thats IT! NOTHING ELSE WAS GOOD NOR INTERESTING! The story of the angry petulant teenager mourning her brother who died in an accident was pointless and uninteresting. Her budding teenage romance, her life in high school, her Grandpa wanting to turn Cory into Willy 2.0 all skippable. It was boring, tedious, dumb and completely mind-numbing. Is all Young Adult fiction this bad? It was pure drivel. My biggest question: Why even bother creating a pretext to frame Corys storyline? Why not expand THAT story and make it the main plot? As it was, I think the entire rest of the book aside from Corys storyline could have been cut out and the story left over could have been interesting even if it would only be 3 paragraphs long! In the end, nothing is really resolved or concluded; it was a HUGE waste of time! Now we have come full circle... This is book 3 of the Christopher Diaries of Foxworth Hall. In Books 1 and 2 of this series, we get Christopher's point of view as to what really happened up in that attic all from a diary he wrote and left in the attic. Now in book 3, we get many answers to what Corrine and Grandmother really did with Cory on that fatal night when they took him to the hospital and he died. At least that is what they told the kids when they came back. This series has been really exciting, specially since I don't care for "point of view" books, but they books are written very well. Book 3 isn't as exciting as 1 & 2 are, but it is filled with so many answers - almost like we are there watching everything unfold. The author, VC Andrews did a good job writing this book. I feel this book brought the story around full circle. The narrator did a great job delivering this book. I felt the voices are very smooth, realistic and easy on the ears - very believable! it was neat and interesting need followup book of this. does Corry ever reunite with his siblings? know of his mother after Cathy, Chris and Carrie escape? Glad to know Cory is alive........ I have read or listened to all V.C. Andrew's books. This book was one of the best written books since V.C. died, however, the reader sucked- The Narrated sounds like she is on drugs or drunk.... Slow and draggy through out the story... I did not like her voice at all. It was hard to follow so I read the book instead... https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Fly-Away-Home-Audiobook/B003SGSCO4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fly Away Home Subtitle: A Novel Author: Jennifer Weiner Narrator: Judith Light Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 07-13-10 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 710 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the number-one New York Times best-selling author, a novel about three very different women who become friends while seeking refuge in an old beach house. When Sylvie Serfer met Richard Woodruff in law school, she had wild curls, wide hips, and lots of opinions. Decades later, Sylvie has remade herself as the ideal politicians wifeher hair dyed and straightened, her hippie-chick wardrobe replaced by tailored knit suits. At 57, she ruefully acknowledges that her job is staying twenty pounds thinner than she was in her twenties and tending to her husband, the senator. Lizzie, the Woodruffs younger daughter, is at 24 a recovering addict, whose mantra HALT (Hungry? Angry? Lonely? Tired?) helps her keep her life under control. Still, trouble always seems to find her. Her older sister, Diana, an emergency room physician, has everything Lizzie failed to achievea husband, a young son, the perfect homeand yet shes trapped in a loveless marriage. With temptation waiting in one of the ERs exam rooms, she finds herself craving more. After Richards extramarital affair makes headlines, the three women are drawn into the painful glare of the national spotlight. Once the press conference is over, each is forced to reconsider her life, who she is and who she is meant to be. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jennifer Weiner) Tue, 13 Jul 2010 04:44:48 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Fly-Away-Home-Audiobook/B003SGSCO4 thebookvoice.com 13:19:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fly Away Home Subtitle: A Novel Author: Jennifer Weiner Narrator: Judith Light Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 07-13-10 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 710 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the number-one New York Times best-selling author, a novel about three very different women who become friends while seeking refuge in an old beach house. When Sylvie Serfer met Richard Woodruff in law school, she had wild curls, wide hips, and lots of opinions. Decades later, Sylvie has remade herself as the ideal politicians wifeher hair dyed and straightened, her hippie-chick wardrobe replaced by tailored knit suits. At 57, she ruefully acknowledges that her job is staying twenty pounds thinner than she was in her twenties and tending to her husband, the senator. Lizzie, the Woodruffs younger daughter, is at 24 a recovering addict, whose mantra HALT (Hungry? Angry? Lonely? Tired?) helps her keep her life under control. Still, trouble always seems to find her. Her older sister, Diana, an emergency room physician, has everything Lizzie failed to achievea husband, a young son, the perfect homeand yet shes trapped in a loveless marriage. With temptation waiting in one of the ERs exam rooms, she finds herself craving more. After Richards extramarital affair makes headlines, the three women are drawn into the painful glare of the national spotlight. Once the press conference is over, each is forced to reconsider her life, who she is and who she is meant to be. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fly Away Home Subtitle: A Novel Author: Jennifer Weiner Narrator: Judith Light Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 07-13-10 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 710 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the number-one New York Times best-selling author, a novel about three very different women who become friends while seeking refuge in an old beach house. When Sylvie Serfer met Richard Woodruff in law school, she had wild curls, wide hips, and lots of opinions. Decades later, Sylvie has remade herself as the ideal politicians wifeher hair dyed and straightened, her hippie-chick wardrobe replaced by tailored knit suits. At 57, she ruefully acknowledges that her job is staying twenty pounds thinner than she was in her twenties and tending to her husband, the senator. Lizzie, the Woodruffs younger daughter, is at 24 a recovering addict, whose mantra HALT (Hungry? Angry? Lonely? Tired?) helps her keep her life under control. Still, trouble always seems to find her. Her older sister, Diana, an emergency room physician, has everything Lizzie failed to achievea husband, a young son, the perfect homeand yet shes trapped in a loveless marriage. With temptation waiting in one of the ERs exam rooms, she finds herself craving more. After Richards extramarital affair makes headlines, the three women are drawn into the painful glare of the national spotlight. Once the press conference is over, each is forced to reconsider her life, who she is and who she is meant to be. Members Reviews: Loved it! This is the best book I have listened to in a long time. The characters are so fleshed out you will swear you've known them for years. Judith Light did an excellent job and I hope she'll be narrating books for years to come. Fly Away Home Very entertaining book that kept my interest, I enjoyed listening. The narrator is speaks with a soft voice that holds you attention. Very enjoyable listen! Love Judith Light I don't know if I would have liked this book as much as I did without Judith Light's narration. She did a terrific job. I especially loved her "Milo." I could relate to characters and events which may have increased the enjoyment. It was a great book to listen to on my way to and from work. Not much to think about, but interesting enough to hold attention. I hope the narrator does more. Wonderful! A well writtne story, spanning all age groups. I REALLY enjoyed this book and never wanted it to end. Entertaining Enough By now the story has become iconic: for a variety of reasons, a relationship ends, leaving the woman to grieve a while, and feel sad. She then starts a new program of losing weight, going back to school, travel, a new job, lunching with friends while she mourns, anything new will do. She becomes New And Improved Woman. In the course of one of these new pursuits, she meets a correspondingly wounded but willing New And Improved Man. The two hit it off right away, have a brief hiatus during which they adjust their emotional gears, and then it's back in the saddle just in time for Christmas, Thanksgiving or some other holiday where everyone and his/her extended family get together. Maybe a pregnancy or two is thrown in for extra tears and joy. The novel ends with a joyous scene at the end, preferably with attenuated descriptions of food and decor, with everyone trotting out their New And Improved features. It would be nice, just once, to read a novel where a New And Improved Woman ends up with simply herself, no match mate required. Jennifer Wiener is a seriously funny and gifted writer even though her topics can seem a bit tired and passe. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/First-Frost-Audiobook/B00RW494E0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: First Frost Author: Sarah Addison Allen Narrator: Susan Ericksen Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 01-20-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1305 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Sarah Addison Allen, beloved author of Garden Spells, returns with a luminous story of the trouble with hanging on too long, and the magic that happens when you finally let go. Autumn has finally arrived in the small town of Bascom, North Carolina, heralded by a strange old man appearing with a beat-up suitcase. He has stories to tell, stories that could change the lives of the Waverley women forever. But the Waverleys have enough trouble on their hands. Quiet Claire Waverley has started a successful new venture, Waverley's Candies, but it's nothing like she thought it would be, and it's slowly taking over her life. Claire's wild sister Sydney, still trying to leave her past behind, is about to combust with her desire for another new beginning. And Sydney's fifteen-year-old daughter Bay has given her heart away to the wrong boy and can't get it back. From the author of the New York Times bestselling sensation Garden Spells, First Frost is magical and atmospheric, taking readers back into the lives of the gifted Waverley women - back to their strange garden and temperamental apple tree, back to their house with a personality of its own, back to the men who love them fiercely - proving that a happily-ever-after is never the real ending to a story. It's where the real story begins. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sarah Addison Allen) Tue, 20 Jan 2015 19:00:47 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/First-Frost-Audiobook/B00RW494E0 thebookvoice.com 08:35:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: First Frost Author: Sarah Addison Allen Narrator: Susan Ericksen Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 01-20-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1305 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Sarah Addison Allen, beloved author of Garden Spells, returns with a luminous story of the trouble with hanging on too long, and the magic that happens when you finally let go. Autumn has finally arrived in the small town of Bascom, North Carolina, heralded by a strange old man appearing with a beat-up suitcase. He has stories to tell, stories that could change the lives of the Waverley women forever. But the Waverleys have enough trouble on their hands. Quiet Claire Waverley has started a successful new venture, Waverley's Candies, but it's nothing like she thought it would be, and it's slowly taking over her life. Claire's wild sister Sydney, still trying to leave her past behind, is about to combust with her desire for another new beginning. And Sydney's fifteen-year-old daughter Bay has given her heart away to the wrong boy and can't get it back. From the author of the New York Times bestselling sensation Garden Spells, First Frost is magical and atmospheric, taking readers back into the lives of the gifted Waverley women - back to their strange garden and temperamental apple tree, back to their house with a personality of its own, back to the men who love them fiercely - proving that a happily-ever-after is never the real ending to a story. It's where the real story begins. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: First Frost Author: Sarah Addison Allen Narrator: Susan Ericksen Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 01-20-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1305 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Sarah Addison Allen, beloved author of Garden Spells, returns with a luminous story of the trouble with hanging on too long, and the magic that happens when you finally let go. Autumn has finally arrived in the small town of Bascom, North Carolina, heralded by a strange old man appearing with a beat-up suitcase. He has stories to tell, stories that could change the lives of the Waverley women forever. But the Waverleys have enough trouble on their hands. Quiet Claire Waverley has started a successful new venture, Waverley's Candies, but it's nothing like she thought it would be, and it's slowly taking over her life. Claire's wild sister Sydney, still trying to leave her past behind, is about to combust with her desire for another new beginning. And Sydney's fifteen-year-old daughter Bay has given her heart away to the wrong boy and can't get it back. From the author of the New York Times bestselling sensation Garden Spells, First Frost is magical and atmospheric, taking readers back into the lives of the gifted Waverley women - back to their strange garden and temperamental apple tree, back to their house with a personality of its own, back to the men who love them fiercely - proving that a happily-ever-after is never the real ending to a story. It's where the real story begins. Members Reviews: Not as good as Garden Spells I have read this series because First Frost is this month's selection for my local library book club. The earlier novel, Garden Spells, centered around Waverly sisters Claire and Sidney so I expected the sequel to follow that pattern. However, the main character in this book was Bay, Sidney's daughter. For me this was a disappointment for two reasons. First, my favorite character is Claire and while her story was certainly continued here, it was not central. Also, while not giving away the plot, I will say that the resolution of the point regarding the stranger and his interaction with Claire was not credible to me. Second, the prominence of Bay's story moved the series from being a woman's novel in Garden Spells into the YA category with First Frost. There is nothing wrong with YA novels and I have enjoyed a number of them. However, I was surprised at the shift here, especially after the mature themes addressed in the first book. So after really enjoying the first novel, this one was a slight let down, hence my ratings. Also, the narrator was a bit shrill with some of the voices in this book. The Magic is Still There! At first the story began kind of slowly and I was not sure I was going to like it as much as all of Sarah's other books but she snuck up on me and brought the magic through once again! She is one author I always look for Nd hope for more books! We all need a little magic in our life! Should have known better What was most disappointing about Sarah Addison Allens story? This is not a book for Grown ups. It is Teenage Lit. I loved Garden Spells. REALLY loved Garden Spells. I keep buying each new Sarah Addison Allen book thinking I will find another book that lovely, but each one sequentially has gotten worse and worse. I had hope that since she decided to go back to the Waverly's and write a Sequel to Garden Spells she would recover what was so enchanting about that first book. However, this is the worst one yet. I can't even finish it. There is no depth to the characters or the story. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Heart-Echoes-Audiobook/B0748S9XL1 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Heart Echoes Author: Helena von Zweigbergk, Tiina Nunnally - translator Narrator: Tanya Eby Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-17 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 23 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Swedish sisters Astrid, Lena, and Sandra have struggled to get along since childhood, but when Lena is diagnosed with ovarian cancer, they are each thrown into crisis together. Astrid's well-ordered, predictable world is shaken by the return of her ex-boyfriend Michael, an American who abandoned her - and their infant son - years earlier. While Astrid has remarried and had more children, she is suffocating under her husband's kindness and cannot escape the pull of the past. Seeing Michael at their son's high school graduation reawakens her grief and rage, along with more complicated and threatening emotions. Envious of Astrid's seemingly stable life, Sandra is married to an alcoholic and drowning in debt. She turns to Lena for help at the worst possible time. Lena, fighting to stay alive, must finally confront a devastating secret she's kept from Astrid since the summer Michael left. As the walls they've built between them crumble, the three sisters must try to forgive and to rebuild their shattered bonds...while there's still time. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Helena von Zweigbergk) Fri, 01 Sep 2017 04:26:53 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Heart-Echoes-Audiobook/B0748S9XL1 thebookvoice.com 11:29:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Heart Echoes Author: Helena von Zweigbergk, Tiina Nunnally - translator Narrator: Tanya Eby Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-17 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 23 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Swedish sisters Astrid, Lena, and Sandra have struggled to get along since childhood, but when Lena is diagnosed with ovarian cancer, they are each thrown into crisis together. Astrid's well-ordered, predictable world is shaken by the return of her ex-boyfriend Michael, an American who abandoned her - and their infant son - years earlier. While Astrid has remarried and had more children, she is suffocating under her husband's kindness and cannot escape the pull of the past. Seeing Michael at their son's high school graduation reawakens her grief and rage, along with more complicated and threatening emotions. Envious of Astrid's seemingly stable life, Sandra is married to an alcoholic and drowning in debt. She turns to Lena for help at the worst possible time. Lena, fighting to stay alive, must finally confront a devastating secret she's kept from Astrid since the summer Michael left. As the walls they've built between them crumble, the three sisters must try to forgive and to rebuild their shattered bonds...while there's still time. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Heart Echoes Author: Helena von Zweigbergk, Tiina Nunnally - translator Narrator: Tanya Eby Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-17 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 23 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Swedish sisters Astrid, Lena, and Sandra have struggled to get along since childhood, but when Lena is diagnosed with ovarian cancer, they are each thrown into crisis together. Astrid's well-ordered, predictable world is shaken by the return of her ex-boyfriend Michael, an American who abandoned her - and their infant son - years earlier. While Astrid has remarried and had more children, she is suffocating under her husband's kindness and cannot escape the pull of the past. Seeing Michael at their son's high school graduation reawakens her grief and rage, along with more complicated and threatening emotions. Envious of Astrid's seemingly stable life, Sandra is married to an alcoholic and drowning in debt. She turns to Lena for help at the worst possible time. Lena, fighting to stay alive, must finally confront a devastating secret she's kept from Astrid since the summer Michael left. As the walls they've built between them crumble, the three sisters must try to forgive and to rebuild their shattered bonds...while there's still time. Members Reviews: The Heart Echoes This is the worst Audible book I have ever tried to listen to. The narrator is very stiff, with no inflection or emotion. I want my money back, I couldn't even stand to listen! AWFUL!!! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Home-Free-Audiobook/B004SOG1H0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Home Free Subtitle: The Sisterhood, Book 20 Author: Fern Michaels Narrator: Laural Merlington Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 03-29-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 162 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: United by a desire to overcome their personal misfortunes, seven very different women formed an indelible bond and vowed to right wrongs wherever they found them. Theyve succeeded beyond their wildest dreams. After years known as the Vigilantes, Myra, Annie, Kathryn, Alexis, Yoko, Nikki, and Isabelle are enjoying their hard-won freedom and the chance at a normal life. As it turns out, though, once youre a part of the Sisterhood, normal is a relative term. President Martine Connor, their long-time ally, has announced the formation of a top-secret organization. Officially, the CIC wont exist. Unofficially, theyll report directly to the president and tackle the jobs no one else can handle. For the Sisterhood, its the end of an era - and the beginning of a whole new adventure. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Fern Michaels) Tue, 29 Mar 2011 22:55:21 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Home-Free-Audiobook/B004SOG1H0 thebookvoice.com 07:55:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Home Free Subtitle: The Sisterhood, Book 20 Author: Fern Michaels Narrator: Laural Merlington Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 03-29-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 162 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: United by a desire to overcome their personal misfortunes, seven very different women formed an indelible bond and vowed to right wrongs wherever they found them. Theyve succeeded beyond their wildest dreams. After years known as the Vigilantes, Myra, Annie, Kathryn, Alexis, Yoko, Nikki, and Isabelle are enjoying their hard-won freedom and the chance at a normal life. As it turns out, though, once youre a part of the Sisterhood, normal is a relative term. President Martine Connor, their long-time ally, has announced the formation of a top-secret organization. Officially, the CIC wont exist. Unofficially, theyll report directly to the president and tackle the jobs no one else can handle. For the Sisterhood, its the end of an era - and the beginning of a whole new adventure. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Home Free Subtitle: The Sisterhood, Book 20 Author: Fern Michaels Narrator: Laural Merlington Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 03-29-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 162 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: United by a desire to overcome their personal misfortunes, seven very different women formed an indelible bond and vowed to right wrongs wherever they found them. Theyve succeeded beyond their wildest dreams. After years known as the Vigilantes, Myra, Annie, Kathryn, Alexis, Yoko, Nikki, and Isabelle are enjoying their hard-won freedom and the chance at a normal life. As it turns out, though, once youre a part of the Sisterhood, normal is a relative term. President Martine Connor, their long-time ally, has announced the formation of a top-secret organization. Officially, the CIC wont exist. Unofficially, theyll report directly to the president and tackle the jobs no one else can handle. For the Sisterhood, its the end of an era - and the beginning of a whole new adventure. Members Reviews: Loved It! I just loved this whole series. The book really was the icing on the cake. I laughed so hard while reading it. Great ending for the series As usual the author was up to her normal work. Loved the way she ended a long ongoing story. Fantastic listen! Compelling story,keeping me interested through the entire book! I loved the ending! I think the series will continue yippee skippy! Great Series and a Great Book Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How? yes it kept changing you were not sure what they were being asked to do. What about Laural Merlingtons performance did you like? I love her change in voice and accent for each character you know by her voice whom is speaking not just the words. It brings a depth to the story makes each character an individual. Great job! Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? yes Any additional comments? I have enjoyed the Sisterhood series. I have never listened to this type of storyline before and I purchased the first one by accident I was hooked and have on purpose purchased several others. I have not listened to all of them but, i will.I do like Fern Michaels https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Still-Dirty-Audiobook/B01N1PHJBV Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Still Dirty Subtitle: The Dirty Red Series, Book 2 Author: Vickie M. Stringer Narrator: iiKane Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 12-20-16 Publisher: Buck 50 Productions Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 85 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Red, the infamous expert of deception, is still up to no good but faces challenges to baffle even the most clever hustler. Still, Red stops at nothing to outwit her adversaries and avoid being caught by either the law or the outlaws. In Still Dirty, Red is again caught in a web of murder, theft, and deceit. We find her and her boyfriend, Q, running for a plane to Mexico after a violent fight with her ex-boyfriend, Bacon, a released convict. Bacon is on their heels and determined not to let Red get away alive. Will Q come to her rescue once again? Or will he tire of cleaning up after Red's dirty deeds? With an action-packed plot and sassy, stylish dialogue, Stringer creates a web of love and adventure that will keep you begging for more. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Vickie M. Stringer) Tue, 20 Dec 2016 20:38:47 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Still-Dirty-Audiobook/B01N1PHJBV thebookvoice.com 06:07:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Still Dirty Subtitle: The Dirty Red Series, Book 2 Author: Vickie M. Stringer Narrator: iiKane Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 12-20-16 Publisher: Buck 50 Productions Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 85 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Red, the infamous expert of deception, is still up to no good but faces challenges to baffle even the most clever hustler. Still, Red stops at nothing to outwit her adversaries and avoid being caught by either the law or the outlaws. In Still Dirty, Red is again caught in a web of murder, theft, and deceit. We find her and her boyfriend, Q, running for a plane to Mexico after a violent fight with her ex-boyfriend, Bacon, a released convict. Bacon is on their heels and determined not to let Red get away alive. Will Q come to her rescue once again? Or will he tire of cleaning up after Red's dirty deeds? With an action-packed plot and sassy, stylish dialogue, Stringer creates a web of love and adventure that will keep you begging for more. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Still Dirty Subtitle: The Dirty Red Series, Book 2 Author: Vickie M. Stringer Narrator: iiKane Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 12-20-16 Publisher: Buck 50 Productions Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 85 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Red, the infamous expert of deception, is still up to no good but faces challenges to baffle even the most clever hustler. Still, Red stops at nothing to outwit her adversaries and avoid being caught by either the law or the outlaws. In Still Dirty, Red is again caught in a web of murder, theft, and deceit. We find her and her boyfriend, Q, running for a plane to Mexico after a violent fight with her ex-boyfriend, Bacon, a released convict. Bacon is on their heels and determined not to let Red get away alive. Will Q come to her rescue once again? Or will he tire of cleaning up after Red's dirty deeds? With an action-packed plot and sassy, stylish dialogue, Stringer creates a web of love and adventure that will keep you begging for more. Members Reviews: So, So The Book is okay, but not bad I really don't likr the main character at all. Waiting for a conclusion for the series. I'm SPEECHLESS!!!! Damn, I didn't see the end coming. Ladies playing games with people and being greedy all for the love of material things and status will only cause detriment to you and others. This book left me stunned. hooked like a fish Red, I'm so upset with her. how could she flip on Q. She just don't know who or what a good man is. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Come-Home-Audiobook/B007NMEXUQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Come Home Author: Lisa Scottoline Narrator: Maggi-Meg Reed Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 04-10-12 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 419 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Lisa Scottoline has delivered taut thrillers with a powerful emotional wallop in her New York Times best-sellers Save Me, Think Twice, and Look Again. Now, with her new novel, Come Home, she ratchets up the suspense with the riveting story of a mother who sacrifices her future for a child from her past. Jill Farrow is a typical suburban mom who has finally gotten her and her daughter's lives back on track after a divorce. She is about to remarry, her job as a pediatrician fulfills her - though it is stressful - and her daughter, Megan, is a happily overscheduled thirteen-year-old juggling homework and the swim team. But Jills life is turned upside down when her ex-stepdaughter, Abby, shows up on her doorstep late one night and delivers shocking news: Jills ex-husband is dead. Abby insists that he was murdered and pleads with Jill to help find his killer. Jill reluctantly agrees to make a few inquiries and discovers that things dont add up. As she digs deeper, her actions threaten to rip apart her new family, destroy their hardearned happiness, and even endanger her own life. Yet Jill cant turn her back on a child she loves and once called her own.Come Home reads with the breakneck pacing of a thriller while also exploring the definition of motherhood, asking the questions: Do you ever stop being a mother? Can you ever have an exchild? What are the limits to love of family? biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lisa Scottoline) Tue, 10 Apr 2012 22:09:22 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Come-Home-Audiobook/B007NMEXUQ thebookvoice.com 12:34:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Come Home Author: Lisa Scottoline Narrator: Maggi-Meg Reed Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 04-10-12 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 419 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Lisa Scottoline has delivered taut thrillers with a powerful emotional wallop in her New York Times best-sellers Save Me, Think Twice, and Look Again. Now, with her new novel, Come Home, she ratchets up the suspense with the riveting story of a mother who sacrifices her future for a child from her past. Jill Farrow is a typical suburban mom who has finally gotten her and her daughter's lives back on track after a divorce. She is about to remarry, her job as a pediatrician fulfills her - though it is stressful - and her daughter, Megan, is a happily overscheduled thirteen-year-old juggling homework and the swim team. But Jills life is turned upside down when her ex-stepdaughter, Abby, shows up on her doorstep late one night and delivers shocking news: Jills ex-husband is dead. Abby insists that he was murdered and pleads with Jill to help find his killer. Jill reluctantly agrees to make a few inquiries and discovers that things dont add up. As she digs deeper, her actions threaten to rip apart her new family, destroy their hardearned happiness, and even endanger her own life. Yet Jill cant turn her back on a child she loves and once called her own.Come Home reads with the breakneck pacing of a thriller while also exploring the definition of motherhood, asking the questions: Do you ever stop being a mother? Can you ever have an exchild? What are the limits to love of family? Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Come Home Author: Lisa Scottoline Narrator: Maggi-Meg Reed Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 04-10-12 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 419 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Lisa Scottoline has delivered taut thrillers with a powerful emotional wallop in her New York Times best-sellers Save Me, Think Twice, and Look Again. Now, with her new novel, Come Home, she ratchets up the suspense with the riveting story of a mother who sacrifices her future for a child from her past. Jill Farrow is a typical suburban mom who has finally gotten her and her daughter's lives back on track after a divorce. She is about to remarry, her job as a pediatrician fulfills her - though it is stressful - and her daughter, Megan, is a happily overscheduled thirteen-year-old juggling homework and the swim team. But Jills life is turned upside down when her ex-stepdaughter, Abby, shows up on her doorstep late one night and delivers shocking news: Jills ex-husband is dead. Abby insists that he was murdered and pleads with Jill to help find his killer. Jill reluctantly agrees to make a few inquiries and discovers that things dont add up. As she digs deeper, her actions threaten to rip apart her new family, destroy their hardearned happiness, and even endanger her own life. Yet Jill cant turn her back on a child she loves and once called her own.Come Home reads with the breakneck pacing of a thriller while also exploring the definition of motherhood, asking the questions: Do you ever stop being a mother? Can you ever have an exchild? What are the limits to love of family? Members Reviews: Whining and crying make it impossible to finish I am a Lisa Scottoline fan. Unfortunately, I won't finish this particular book. The production is just awful. Whining, crying at full volume (we listen with earbuds, producers!), and really poor voicing of the characters made me give up about 10 chapters in. Maybe I'll pick it up and read it some day. Can't get through this. lots of cliche's and kind of silly Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? Probably wouldn't recommend to a friend. I finished it, but I was annoyed by the lazy writing. What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!) Meh. It was ok. Everything got resolved about as you'd expect. What about Maggi-Meg Reeds performance did you like? She had a good voice for the part. Was Come Home worth the listening time? Probably not. Life is too short to waste on this book I usually know what to expect from Lisa Scottoline's books: Smart woman does stupid things, but lives to tell the tale. They drive me crazy at times, but her stories are usually a good way to get away from the real world for a while. This one fits the "smart woman/stupid things" pattern, but it adds a layer of domestic drama that wastes an inordinate amount of time. And the central character is just so irritating that I found myself talking back to the book.I should have turned off after the first half hour, but made it halfway through before deciding that it wasn't worth listening to all the dreck to solve the mystery. Imagine that your long-lost stepdaughter shows up at your door to tell you that her father's been killed. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Her-Last-Breath-Audiobook/B00CFQZ0JS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Her Last Breath Subtitle: A Thriller Author: Linda Castillo Narrator: Kathleen McInerney Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 06-18-13 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 337 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: An extraordinarily beautiful Amish woman, a dangerous femme fatale, is the central figure in Linda Castillo's Her Last Breath, a story that reveals a dark side of Painter's Mill and its seemingly perfect Amish world. A rainy night, an Amish father returning home with his three children, a speeding car hurtling toward them out of nowhere. What at first seems like a tragic, but routine car accident suddenly takes on a more sinister cast as evidence emerges that nothing about the crash is accidental. But who would want to kill an Amish deacon and two of his children? He leaves behind a grieving widow and a young boy who clings to life in the intensive care wing of a hospital, unable to communicate. He may be the only one who knows what happened that night. Desperate to find out who killed her best friends husband and why, Kate begins to suspect she is not looking for a reckless drunk, but instead is on the trail of a cold blooded killer amid the residents of Painter's Mill. It is a search that takes her on a chilling journey into the darkest reaches of the human heart and makes her question everything she has ever believed about the Amish culture into which she was born. Critic Reviews: "Bestseller Castillos fifth Amish thriller featuring Painters Mill, Ohio, police chief Katie Burkholder (after 2012s Gone Missing,/i>) is a stunner.... Castillo once again displays her mastery of edge-of-your seat suspense." (Publishers Weekly) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Linda Castillo) Tue, 18 Jun 2013 09:08:26 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Her-Last-Breath-Audiobook/B00CFQZ0JS thebookvoice.com 09:42:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Her Last Breath Subtitle: A Thriller Author: Linda Castillo Narrator: Kathleen McInerney Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 06-18-13 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 337 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: An extraordinarily beautiful Amish woman, a dangerous femme fatale, is the central figure in Linda Castillo's Her Last Breath, a story that reveals a dark side of Painter's Mill and its seemingly perfect Amish world. A rainy night, an Amish father returning home with his three children, a speeding car hurtling toward them out of nowhere. What at first seems like a tragic, but routine car accident suddenly takes on a more sinister cast as evidence emerges that nothing about the crash is accidental. But who would want to kill an Amish deacon and two of his children? He leaves behind a grieving widow and a young boy who clings to life in the intensive care wing of a hospital, unable to communicate. He may be the only one who knows what happened that night. Desperate to find out who killed her best friends husband and why, Kate begins to suspect she is not looking for a reckless drunk, but instead is on the trail of a cold blooded killer amid the residents of Painter's Mill. It is a search that takes her on a chilling journey into the darkest reaches of the human heart and makes her question everything she has ever believed about the Amish culture into which she was born. Critic Reviews: "Bestseller Castillos fifth Amish thriller featuring Painters Mill, Ohio, police chief Katie Burkholder (after 2012s Gone Missing,/i>) is a stunner.... Castillo once again displays her mastery of edge-of-your seat suspense." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Her Last Breath Subtitle: A Thriller Author: Linda Castillo Narrator: Kathleen McInerney Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 06-18-13 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 337 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: An extraordinarily beautiful Amish woman, a dangerous femme fatale, is the central figure in Linda Castillo's Her Last Breath, a story that reveals a dark side of Painter's Mill and its seemingly perfect Amish world. A rainy night, an Amish father returning home with his three children, a speeding car hurtling toward them out of nowhere. What at first seems like a tragic, but routine car accident suddenly takes on a more sinister cast as evidence emerges that nothing about the crash is accidental. But who would want to kill an Amish deacon and two of his children? He leaves behind a grieving widow and a young boy who clings to life in the intensive care wing of a hospital, unable to communicate. He may be the only one who knows what happened that night. Desperate to find out who killed her best friends husband and why, Kate begins to suspect she is not looking for a reckless drunk, but instead is on the trail of a cold blooded killer amid the residents of Painter's Mill. It is a search that takes her on a chilling journey into the darkest reaches of the human heart and makes her question everything she has ever believed about the Amish culture into which she was born. Critic Reviews: "Bestseller Castillos fifth Amish thriller featuring Painters Mill, Ohio, police chief Katie Burkholder (after 2012s Gone Missing,/i>) is a stunner.... Castillo once again displays her mastery of edge-of-your seat suspense." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Absolutely LOVE this series! When a new Linda Castillo audio book comes out, I buy it immediately -- then 'save' it, for some time in the future when I need the distraction of what I know will be a really really good book. This is an awesome series, every one of them a work of art, worthy of listening to again and again. That Linda Castillo has major talent is proved in the opening scene in "Her Last Breath". It starts with an absolutely horrific incident -- a car slams into an Amish horse-drawn wagon, killing two special needs children and their father. Another child barely clings to life lying in the ditch. It's a terrible scene, agonizing in every respect, exceptionally well told. After I finished the book, I went back and listened to that opening scene again. What I found was Castillo was able to convey the unspeakable horror of the whole thing without a bit of gore, no descriptions of blood or guts, no undue pandering to the more sanguinary aspects of the carnage. Instead, she conveyed what happened with small but meaningful symbols -- a child's shoe, the utter silence. What a talent! Lesser authors would have gone for the quick and easy route of talking about the oceans of blood, the screams of the dying.. that Castillo didn't says an awful lot about her talent. The characters in the series are especially interesting -- Linda Burckholder, the oft-embattled police chief of tiny Painters Mill, OH, was herself born Amish. Now she comes back to her home town as a secular, single woman, no longer embracing the Amish way of life, and is forced to deal with all of the people who knew her back when, before she left the church. There's resentment, there's some admiration, a smidgen of envy on the part of a younger character or two, but whatever, every situation Burckholder encounters is tinged by the last -- hers, theirs, their old days together. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Dirty-Book-Club-Audiobook/B074TWWY87 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dirty Book Club Author: Lisi Harrison Narrator: Joy Osmanski Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 10-10-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the author of the number one New York Times best-selling series The Clique comes Lisi Harrison's debut adult novel about four modern-day strangers who inherit a dirty book club that was started in the 1960s. M. J. Stark's life is picture-perfect - she has a dream job as a magazine editor, a sexy doctor boyfriend, and a glamorous life in Manhattan. But behind her success, she can't shake a deep sense of loneliness. So when her boyfriend offers her a completely new life in California after a promotion does not go her way, she decides to give it try. Once there, M. J. is left to fend for herself in a small California beach town, with only the company of her elderly neighbor, Gloria. One day M. J. receives a mysterious invitation and a copy of Prim: A Modern Woman's Guide to Manners. She recognizes the book as an outdated classic, but when she opens it, she discovers that it's actually a copy of Fear of Flying by Erica Jong, and the invitation is to join Gloria's secret book club - one that reads only erotic books. Out of curiosity, M. J. goes to the meeting at a local bookstore and discovers three other women who have also been selected by the club's original members - who have suddenly left the country to honor a 50-year-old pact. As these unlikely friends bond over naughty best sellers, each woman shares not only the intimate details of her own sex life but all areas of her life. Inspired by the characters in the novels they read - and the notes passed down by the club's original members - the new members of The Dirty Book Club help each other find the courage to rewrite their own stories and risk it all for a happy ending. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lisi Harrison) Tue, 10 Oct 2017 02:60:41 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Dirty-Book-Club-Audiobook/B074TWWY87 thebookvoice.com 08:12:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dirty Book Club Author: Lisi Harrison Narrator: Joy Osmanski Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 10-10-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the author of the number one New York Times best-selling series The Clique comes Lisi Harrison's debut adult novel about four modern-day strangers who inherit a dirty book club that was started in the 1960s. M. J. Stark's life is picture-perfect - she has a dream job as a magazine editor, a sexy doctor boyfriend, and a glamorous life in Manhattan. But behind her success, she can't shake a deep sense of loneliness. So when her boyfriend offers her a completely new life in California after a promotion does not go her way, she decides to give it try. Once there, M. J. is left to fend for herself in a small California beach town, with only the company of her elderly neighbor, Gloria. One day M. J. receives a mysterious invitation and a copy of Prim: A Modern Woman's Guide to Manners. She recognizes the book as an outdated classic, but when she opens it, she discovers that it's actually a copy of Fear of Flying by Erica Jong, and the invitation is to join Gloria's secret book club - one that reads only erotic books. Out of curiosity, M. J. goes to the meeting at a local bookstore and discovers three other women who have also been selected by the club's original members - who have suddenly left the country to honor a 50-year-old pact. As these unlikely friends bond over naughty best sellers, each woman shares not only the intimate details of her own sex life but all areas of her life. Inspired by the characters in the novels they read - and the notes passed down by the club's original members - the new members of The Dirty Book Club help each other find the courage to rewrite their own stories and risk it all for a happy ending. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dirty Book Club Author: Lisi Harrison Narrator: Joy Osmanski Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 10-10-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the author of the number one New York Times best-selling series The Clique comes Lisi Harrison's debut adult novel about four modern-day strangers who inherit a dirty book club that was started in the 1960s. M. J. Stark's life is picture-perfect - she has a dream job as a magazine editor, a sexy doctor boyfriend, and a glamorous life in Manhattan. But behind her success, she can't shake a deep sense of loneliness. So when her boyfriend offers her a completely new life in California after a promotion does not go her way, she decides to give it try. Once there, M. J. is left to fend for herself in a small California beach town, with only the company of her elderly neighbor, Gloria. One day M. J. receives a mysterious invitation and a copy of Prim: A Modern Woman's Guide to Manners. She recognizes the book as an outdated classic, but when she opens it, she discovers that it's actually a copy of Fear of Flying by Erica Jong, and the invitation is to join Gloria's secret book club - one that reads only erotic books. Out of curiosity, M. J. goes to the meeting at a local bookstore and discovers three other women who have also been selected by the club's original members - who have suddenly left the country to honor a 50-year-old pact. As these unlikely friends bond over naughty best sellers, each woman shares not only the intimate details of her own sex life but all areas of her life. Inspired by the characters in the novels they read - and the notes passed down by the club's original members - the new members of The Dirty Book Club help each other find the courage to rewrite their own stories and risk it all for a happy ending. Members Reviews: I enjoyed it, however I feel there could have been ... An engrossing novel, fast paced, original and unpredictable. I enjoyed it, however I feel there could have been more character development on the other members of the âDBCâ. I think this book would be even better if they were told from each of their perspective, however Julesâs character fell rather flat for me. If youâre a fan of Lisi Harrison, give it a go! I did have some laughs while reading. Overall a good book. Good Read Well written. A bit different from my normal reads but entertaining and the story made sense. I loved Lisi Harrisons books (the clique and Alphas) growing up ... I am absolutely obsessed. I loved Lisi Harrisons books (the clique and Alphas) growing up and forgot what a wonderful writer she is. This books draws you in and leaves you rooting for every character. I'm so glad I purchased this book and hope that she continues writing again! A husband enjoys the Dirty Book Club After my wife devoured this book and couldn't stop talking about it - I had to read it and it was wonderfully complex, interesting and very entertaining. Just Plain Fun and Thouroughly Enjoyable!! The Dirty Book Club by Lisi Harrison is a 2017 Gallery Books publication. A lighthearted and often hilarious story about the special bonds of friendship! Now, donât let the title of this book fool you. This is not an erotic novel, at all. Instead, this is a book about relationships, focusing on the bond between women and true, enduring friendship. The story begins in 1962 with the birth of âThe Dirty Book Clubâ. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Emperors-Children-Audiobook/B002V1PKQ0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Emperor's Children Subtitle: A Novel Author: Claire Messud Narrator: Suzanne Toren Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 09-07-06 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 290 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Friends at Brown University, Marina, Danielle, and Julius are still looking to make their marks as they approach their 30s. Marina lives with her celebrated parents on the Upper West Side while trying to complete her book. TV producer Danielle's success is due to the puff pieces she churns out. Freelance critic Julius can barely make ends meet. Into this mix comes Bootie, Marina's college dropout cousin, who is just the catalyst the three friends need to start making significant changes in their lives. Critic Reviews: "Tangy dialogue, provocative asides, glittering imagery, and nimble postulations build toward an electrifying and edifying conclusion." (Booklist) "Her writing is so fluid, and her plot so cleverly constructed, that events seem inevitable, yet the narrative is ultimately surprising and masterful as a contemporary comedy of manners." (Publishers Weekly) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Claire Messud) Thu, 07 Sep 2006 03:11:47 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Emperors-Children-Audiobook/B002V1PKQ0 thebookvoice.com 18:36:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Emperor's Children Subtitle: A Novel Author: Claire Messud Narrator: Suzanne Toren Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 09-07-06 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 290 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Friends at Brown University, Marina, Danielle, and Julius are still looking to make their marks as they approach their 30s. Marina lives with her celebrated parents on the Upper West Side while trying to complete her book. TV producer Danielle's success is due to the puff pieces she churns out. Freelance critic Julius can barely make ends meet. Into this mix comes Bootie, Marina's college dropout cousin, who is just the catalyst the three friends need to start making significant changes in their lives. Critic Reviews: "Tangy dialogue, provocative asides, glittering imagery, and nimble postulations build toward an electrifying and edifying conclusion." (Booklist) "Her writing is so fluid, and her plot so cleverly constructed, that events seem inevitable, yet the narrative is ultimately surprising and masterful as a contemporary comedy of manners." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Emperor's Children Subtitle: A Novel Author: Claire Messud Narrator: Suzanne Toren Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 09-07-06 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 290 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Friends at Brown University, Marina, Danielle, and Julius are still looking to make their marks as they approach their 30s. Marina lives with her celebrated parents on the Upper West Side while trying to complete her book. TV producer Danielle's success is due to the puff pieces she churns out. Freelance critic Julius can barely make ends meet. Into this mix comes Bootie, Marina's college dropout cousin, who is just the catalyst the three friends need to start making significant changes in their lives. Critic Reviews: "Tangy dialogue, provocative asides, glittering imagery, and nimble postulations build toward an electrifying and edifying conclusion." (Booklist) "Her writing is so fluid, and her plot so cleverly constructed, that events seem inevitable, yet the narrative is ultimately surprising and masterful as a contemporary comedy of manners." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Suzanne Toren a makes a good book great The terrific performance by Suzanne Toren made this good book great. She doesn't merely read the book, she breathes life into each character. Each person is utterly distinct and vivid. I'd like to recomment this book to my book group, but only if they listened to this version instead of reading it! This is a best seller? What a waste of my ears. I downloaded this book after reading glowing reviews of a work about post 9/11 life. It was an exercise in narcissism. The characters are self absorbed and though endlessly analyzing their own lives, have no real contact with the world outside of their egos. They go nowhere and do nothing, even as a collective tragedy occurs on their doorsteps. Talk about the The narration was good, but the book is not one that I can recommend. The characters, with the exception of one or two minor characters, were incredibly self-involved and annoying. I listened to the end, merely because I wondered if there would be any positive resolution to any of the story lines--there wasn't. It is difficult to care about the characters when they are so unlikeable. Although spouting rhetoric about the value of social conscience, none of the major characters acted in ways to support the rhetoric. The one character who did act responsibly (Marina's mother), was unfathomable to her family. Great Book/Lame Director I loved the book but wasn't crazy about the narrator. I really wanted a simpler, less obvious reading of what is a morally and intellectually complex story. I felt as though the reader didn't quite trust the writing to speak for itself so added unnecessary embellishment. I felt that several of her characterizations were really heavy-handed. Instead of trusting the listener to determine a character's strengths and weaknesses she seemed determined to telegraph them for us. Ultimately this overwrought interpretation rests squarely on the director's shoulders. It is the director's job to help the actor temper her reading. Because he didn't do this, the reader got in the way of the beautiful narrative flow of this magnificent novel. Read Reviews Before Buying This was one of those "why did I choose this?" selections for me. The majority of reviews state it like it is: a bunch of young adults whining about their sorry self-fulfilled lives. If that is your thing, go for it. But I need something a little more solid. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/It-Happens-in-the-Hamptons-Audiobook/B073DBJ3H8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: It Happens in the Hamptons Subtitle: A Novel Author: Holly Peterson Narrator: Em Eldridge Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 07-25-17 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In the Hamptons, the everyday people are as complicated and fascinating as the millionaires... When Katie Doyle moves across the country to the Hamptons, she is hoping for summer employment, new friends for her young son, and a chance to explore a new love affair with a dazzling investor. What she finds is a strange cocktail of classes, where society's 1 percenters vacation alongside local hardworking people who've lived in the Hamptons for generations. Though she's looking forward to their move, Katie is wary about mingling with her boyfriend's East Coast elite circles. She soon discovers Southampton isn't all that it seems to be on the surface - and neither are the people who live there. As George takes Katie on a whirlwind tour of country clubs, haute couture, and lavish events, she is amazed to witness sudden whims become dire needs, extramarital affairs blossoming right and left, and people purchasing friends and loyalties like pairs of shoes. Even the middle-class townspeople maintain a determined façade while maneuvering like sharks among the wealthy summer invaders. The more Katie becomes immersed, the more she learns the secrets of both the upstairs and downstairs, the upper crust and middle of the road. The combustion between the classes becomes explosive as the summer tears on. Betrayals, a sexual predator, and a missing person lost in murky waves drive the listener on a racing Learjet ride through impossible twists and turns until landing at the shocking conclusion. When she meets Luke, a local surfer and middle school teacher, he makes her question what it is she really wants as she understands the life she's begun for herself is built on shifting Hamptons' dunes. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Holly Peterson) Tue, 25 Jul 2017 12:15:36 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/It-Happens-in-the-Hamptons-Audiobook/B073DBJ3H8 thebookvoice.com 10:37:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: It Happens in the Hamptons Subtitle: A Novel Author: Holly Peterson Narrator: Em Eldridge Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 07-25-17 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In the Hamptons, the everyday people are as complicated and fascinating as the millionaires... When Katie Doyle moves across the country to the Hamptons, she is hoping for summer employment, new friends for her young son, and a chance to explore a new love affair with a dazzling investor. What she finds is a strange cocktail of classes, where society's 1 percenters vacation alongside local hardworking people who've lived in the Hamptons for generations. Though she's looking forward to their move, Katie is wary about mingling with her boyfriend's East Coast elite circles. She soon discovers Southampton isn't all that it seems to be on the surface - and neither are the people who live there. As George takes Katie on a whirlwind tour of country clubs, haute couture, and lavish events, she is amazed to witness sudden whims become dire needs, extramarital affairs blossoming right and left, and people purchasing friends and loyalties like pairs of shoes. Even the middle-class townspeople maintain a determined façade while maneuvering like sharks among the wealthy summer invaders. The more Katie becomes immersed, the more she learns the secrets of both the upstairs and downstairs, the upper crust and middle of the road. The combustion between the classes becomes explosive as the summer tears on. Betrayals, a sexual predator, and a missing person lost in murky waves drive the listener on a racing Learjet ride through impossible twists and turns until landing at the shocking conclusion. When she meets Luke, a local surfer and middle school teacher, he makes her question what it is she really wants as she understands the life she's begun for herself is built on shifting Hamptons' dunes. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: It Happens in the Hamptons Subtitle: A Novel Author: Holly Peterson Narrator: Em Eldridge Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 07-25-17 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In the Hamptons, the everyday people are as complicated and fascinating as the millionaires... When Katie Doyle moves across the country to the Hamptons, she is hoping for summer employment, new friends for her young son, and a chance to explore a new love affair with a dazzling investor. What she finds is a strange cocktail of classes, where society's 1 percenters vacation alongside local hardworking people who've lived in the Hamptons for generations. Though she's looking forward to their move, Katie is wary about mingling with her boyfriend's East Coast elite circles. She soon discovers Southampton isn't all that it seems to be on the surface - and neither are the people who live there. As George takes Katie on a whirlwind tour of country clubs, haute couture, and lavish events, she is amazed to witness sudden whims become dire needs, extramarital affairs blossoming right and left, and people purchasing friends and loyalties like pairs of shoes. Even the middle-class townspeople maintain a determined façade while maneuvering like sharks among the wealthy summer invaders. The more Katie becomes immersed, the more she learns the secrets of both the upstairs and downstairs, the upper crust and middle of the road. The combustion between the classes becomes explosive as the summer tears on. Betrayals, a sexual predator, and a missing person lost in murky waves drive the listener on a racing Learjet ride through impossible twists and turns until landing at the shocking conclusion. When she meets Luke, a local surfer and middle school teacher, he makes her question what it is she really wants as she understands the life she's begun for herself is built on shifting Hamptons' dunes. Members Reviews: Nice beach read Where does It Happens in the Hamptons rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? I found It Happens in the Hamptons to be a genuine good story, but slightly predictable. It may just be me, but about six chapter in I already made the connections between George and Bucky. Although the romance with Luke and the relationship connections did surprise me towards the end. I found this book to be a great listen as I drove to and from work and i found myself wishing the drive was longer to get just one more chapter. What about Em Eldridges performance did you like? Em Eldridge has a great voice for reading and a very good distinction between dictation of the different characters. Couldn't even finish it. What would have made It Happens in the Hamptons better? I really wanted to like this book as I have liked other books by this author so I was really disappointed when I didn't. It read more like a young adult book. Half way in I just couldn't stand it anymore. If you are on the fence I would say don't bother. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Wives-Fiancees-and-Sidechicks-of-Hotlanta-Audiobook/B01MY2Q1U4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wives, Fiancées, and Sidechicks of Hotlanta Author: Sheree Whitfield Narrator: Patricia R. Floyd Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 01-31-17 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 163 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Sasha Wellington has put herself on the fast track to success. Fresh out of college, she's got her career as a fashion designer and entrepreneur all planned out. Her only wild card is choosing which city to launch from. When fate points her to Atlanta, she sets out to make her dreams come true. Before she knows it, Sasha's befriended by two rival BFFs. First there's Norman, savvy stylist to Atlanta's stars, from the A-list on down. Then there's Nina, an outrageous personality with a questionable nightlife. Between their antics, Sasha's beyond grateful for her coworker, Casey. Married to an NBA player, Casey's got class. But there's more than meets the eye to being a baller's wife. And the more time Sasha spends among the movers and shakers, the clearer it gets that just like on reality TV, the truth lies behind-the-scenes. Still, she's not worried about getting caught up in the drama - until she's romanced by a baller of her own. Can she stick to her game plan, or will Hotlanta derail her future - and reveal a side of herself even she didn't know existed? biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sheree Whitfield) Tue, 31 Jan 2017 17:02:00 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Wives-Fiancees-and-Sidechicks-of-Hotlanta-Audiobook/B01MY2Q1U4 thebookvoice.com 09:51:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wives, Fiancées, and Sidechicks of Hotlanta Author: Sheree Whitfield Narrator: Patricia R. Floyd Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 01-31-17 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 163 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Sasha Wellington has put herself on the fast track to success. Fresh out of college, she's got her career as a fashion designer and entrepreneur all planned out. Her only wild card is choosing which city to launch from. When fate points her to Atlanta, she sets out to make her dreams come true. Before she knows it, Sasha's befriended by two rival BFFs. First there's Norman, savvy stylist to Atlanta's stars, from the A-list on down. Then there's Nina, an outrageous personality with a questionable nightlife. Between their antics, Sasha's beyond grateful for her coworker, Casey. Married to an NBA player, Casey's got class. But there's more than meets the eye to being a baller's wife. And the more time Sasha spends among the movers and shakers, the clearer it gets that just like on reality TV, the truth lies behind-the-scenes. Still, she's not worried about getting caught up in the drama - until she's romanced by a baller of her own. Can she stick to her game plan, or will Hotlanta derail her future - and reveal a side of herself even she didn't know existed? Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wives, Fiancées, and Sidechicks of Hotlanta Author: Sheree Whitfield Narrator: Patricia R. Floyd Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 01-31-17 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 163 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Sasha Wellington has put herself on the fast track to success. Fresh out of college, she's got her career as a fashion designer and entrepreneur all planned out. Her only wild card is choosing which city to launch from. When fate points her to Atlanta, she sets out to make her dreams come true. Before she knows it, Sasha's befriended by two rival BFFs. First there's Norman, savvy stylist to Atlanta's stars, from the A-list on down. Then there's Nina, an outrageous personality with a questionable nightlife. Between their antics, Sasha's beyond grateful for her coworker, Casey. Married to an NBA player, Casey's got class. But there's more than meets the eye to being a baller's wife. And the more time Sasha spends among the movers and shakers, the clearer it gets that just like on reality TV, the truth lies behind-the-scenes. Still, she's not worried about getting caught up in the drama - until she's romanced by a baller of her own. Can she stick to her game plan, or will Hotlanta derail her future - and reveal a side of herself even she didn't know existed? Members Reviews: Don't waste your money or credit!!!! This book was extremely boring and not worth listening to. I need a refund quickly! Thank You!!! Two Thumbs Up! I really enjoyed this book, there was such a refreshing attitude that I haven't typically found along my literary journey. It was so juicy and fun to listen to, I loved the narration. I found myself yelling at the protagonist a lot because I felt like I was right there in the moment with them. Thanks Sheree!!! -Your Fan wait for it..... I thought Sheree did a terrific job for a first-time writer. She hit all the bullet points for a best seller. SEX, DRUGS, MONEY....and even closer with the expectation of more to come. It was fun trying to figure out what characters were inspired by the characters (yes, they are real-life characters) on "The Real Housewives of Atlanta" Yes, I definitely thought it an entertaining book. I will pick up book (2) when she decides to write it. I hate myself for buying this Because it sucked. The narration was exaggerated and unimpressive. Wish I had saved my money The book could've been longer Well the ending wasn't very good. It doesn't seem like the book is done. It needs the rest of it. Is it a part two coming out. I mean it was some good parts. it just doesn't seem finished. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Shop-on-Blossom-Street-Audiobook/B002V1CGEE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Shop on Blossom Street Author: Debbie Macomber Narrator: Linda Emond Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 06-06-05 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 335 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: For owner Lydia Hoffman, the shop represents her dream of beginning a new life free from the cancer that has ravaged her twice. A life that offers a chance at love, and maybe marriage. Jacqueline Donovan is stuck in a marriage that has dwindled into an arrangement of separate rooms and separate lives. She disapproves of the woman married to her only son, but if she knits a baby blanket, she can at least pretend to like her pregnant daughter-in-law. For Carol Girard, the baby blanket brings a message of hope as she and her husband make a final attempt at in vitro pregnancy. And tense-looking Alix Townsend, that's Alix with an "i", is learning to knit her blanket for her court-ordered community service project. Brought together by an age-old craft, these four women make unexpected discoveries, about themselves and each other. Discoveries that lead to love, to friendship and acceptance, to laughter and dreams. Critic Reviews: "Clearly capturing each woman as she supports the others and searches for the answers to her own troubles, Emond outdoes herself in portraying counterculture proponent Alix....The warmth of Emond's voice so embodies the tenacious characters as to deliver a worthwhile story of change and hope." (AudioFile) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Debbie Macomber) Mon, 06 Jun 2005 16:44:16 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Shop-on-Blossom-Street-Audiobook/B002V1CGEE thebookvoice.com 05:09:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Shop on Blossom Street Author: Debbie Macomber Narrator: Linda Emond Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 06-06-05 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 335 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: For owner Lydia Hoffman, the shop represents her dream of beginning a new life free from the cancer that has ravaged her twice. A life that offers a chance at love, and maybe marriage. Jacqueline Donovan is stuck in a marriage that has dwindled into an arrangement of separate rooms and separate lives. She disapproves of the woman married to her only son, but if she knits a baby blanket, she can at least pretend to like her pregnant daughter-in-law. For Carol Girard, the baby blanket brings a message of hope as she and her husband make a final attempt at in vitro pregnancy. And tense-looking Alix Townsend, that's Alix with an "i", is learning to knit her blanket for her court-ordered community service project. Brought together by an age-old craft, these four women make unexpected discoveries, about themselves and each other. Discoveries that lead to love, to friendship and acceptance, to laughter and dreams. Critic Reviews: "Clearly capturing each woman as she supports the others and searches for the answers to her own troubles, Emond outdoes herself in portraying counterculture proponent Alix....The warmth of Emond's voice so embodies the tenacious characters as to deliver a worthwhile story of change and hope." (AudioFile) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Shop on Blossom Street Author: Debbie Macomber Narrator: Linda Emond Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 06-06-05 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 335 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: For owner Lydia Hoffman, the shop represents her dream of beginning a new life free from the cancer that has ravaged her twice. A life that offers a chance at love, and maybe marriage. Jacqueline Donovan is stuck in a marriage that has dwindled into an arrangement of separate rooms and separate lives. She disapproves of the woman married to her only son, but if she knits a baby blanket, she can at least pretend to like her pregnant daughter-in-law. For Carol Girard, the baby blanket brings a message of hope as she and her husband make a final attempt at in vitro pregnancy. And tense-looking Alix Townsend, that's Alix with an "i", is learning to knit her blanket for her court-ordered community service project. Brought together by an age-old craft, these four women make unexpected discoveries, about themselves and each other. Discoveries that lead to love, to friendship and acceptance, to laughter and dreams. Critic Reviews: "Clearly capturing each woman as she supports the others and searches for the answers to her own troubles, Emond outdoes herself in portraying counterculture proponent Alix....The warmth of Emond's voice so embodies the tenacious characters as to deliver a worthwhile story of change and hope." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: Shop on Blossom Street I have read this book in print before. But, the abridgment takes away a lot. If the full book were here, I would give it four stars, but the abridgement rates only one star. loved it! a real FEEL GOOD book! looking forward to the sequel, love Debbie macomber books! thank you very much!!!! buh bye A wonderful story A truly wonderful story that was very well read. The characters were interesting and varied. I cannot wait to listen to the next one. most enjoyable. Inspired me to take up a new craft I'm normally a slow reader but this story kept my attention and I wanted more. It also led to find my own local knitting group and started knitting. I've met great people and patronize a few of my local businesses. Debbie Macombre... ...has this way of bringing her characters to life in her writing. I love how I can plug in my earbuds and pretend to be in Seattle while I'm sweating it out on the treadmill in Georgia. Thank you for the endless hours of listening pleasure. Your books are music to my ears. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/House-of-Spies-Audiobook/B0719SD8WY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: House of Spies Author: Daniel Silva Narrator: George Guidall Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 07-13-17 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the number one New York Times best-selling author of The Black Widow comes the thrilling new summer blockbuster featuring legendary spy, assassin and art restorer Gabriel Allon. Allon is back and out for revenge - determined to hunt down the world's most dangerous terrorist, a shadowy ISIS mastermind known only as Saladin. Four months after the deadliest attack on the American homeland since 9/11, terrorists leave a trail of carnage through London's West End. The attack is a brilliant feat of planning and secrecy, but with one loose thread: the French-Moroccan street criminal and ISIS operative who supplied the combat assault rifles. The thread leads Gabriel Allon and his team to the south of France and to the doorstep of Jean-Luc Martel and Olivia Watson. A beautiful former fashion model, Olivia pretends not to know that the true source of Martel's enormous wealth is drugs. And Martel, likewise, turns a blind eye to the fact he is doing business with a man whose objective is the very destruction of the West. Together, under Gabriel's skilled hand, they will become an unlikely pair of heroes in the global war on terror. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Daniel Silva) Thu, 13 Jul 2017 01:37:54 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/House-of-Spies-Audiobook/B0719SD8WY thebookvoice.com 13:07:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: House of Spies Author: Daniel Silva Narrator: George Guidall Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 07-13-17 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the number one New York Times best-selling author of The Black Widow comes the thrilling new summer blockbuster featuring legendary spy, assassin and art restorer Gabriel Allon. Allon is back and out for revenge - determined to hunt down the world's most dangerous terrorist, a shadowy ISIS mastermind known only as Saladin. Four months after the deadliest attack on the American homeland since 9/11, terrorists leave a trail of carnage through London's West End. The attack is a brilliant feat of planning and secrecy, but with one loose thread: the French-Moroccan street criminal and ISIS operative who supplied the combat assault rifles. The thread leads Gabriel Allon and his team to the south of France and to the doorstep of Jean-Luc Martel and Olivia Watson. A beautiful former fashion model, Olivia pretends not to know that the true source of Martel's enormous wealth is drugs. And Martel, likewise, turns a blind eye to the fact he is doing business with a man whose objective is the very destruction of the West. Together, under Gabriel's skilled hand, they will become an unlikely pair of heroes in the global war on terror. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: House of Spies Author: Daniel Silva Narrator: George Guidall Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 07-13-17 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the number one New York Times best-selling author of The Black Widow comes the thrilling new summer blockbuster featuring legendary spy, assassin and art restorer Gabriel Allon. Allon is back and out for revenge - determined to hunt down the world's most dangerous terrorist, a shadowy ISIS mastermind known only as Saladin. Four months after the deadliest attack on the American homeland since 9/11, terrorists leave a trail of carnage through London's West End. The attack is a brilliant feat of planning and secrecy, but with one loose thread: the French-Moroccan street criminal and ISIS operative who supplied the combat assault rifles. The thread leads Gabriel Allon and his team to the south of France and to the doorstep of Jean-Luc Martel and Olivia Watson. A beautiful former fashion model, Olivia pretends not to know that the true source of Martel's enormous wealth is drugs. And Martel, likewise, turns a blind eye to the fact he is doing business with a man whose objective is the very destruction of the West. Together, under Gabriel's skilled hand, they will become an unlikely pair of heroes in the global war on terror. Members Reviews: The Best Story ever Read. Silva /Masterpiece One of the best novels ever read that keeps you spellbound to the story. Brings the reality of the truth that surrounds us. Unfortunately it's the world we all live in today! terrific story, well told. terrific story, well told. Gabriel Allon and band of heroes always a thrill and a delight Great story The story was superb, took a little time to get used to the narrator's unusual pitch. But the excitement of the story won out Close quarters Strong dramatic storyline so close to current times. My attention was held throughout. George Guidall did an excellent job in the storytelling with a unique accent. It had a nuance of the Swedish lilt to it but overall an uncommon accent in the Audible books listeners experience I think. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Loner-Audiobook/B01LZS0D6K Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Loner Subtitle: A Novel Author: Teddy Wayne Narrator: David Bendena Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 09-14-16 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 549 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: David Federman has never felt appreciated. An academically gifted yet painfully forgettable member of his New Jersey high school class, the withdrawn, mild-mannered freshman arrives at Harvard fully expecting to be embraced by a new tribe of high-achieving peers. But, initially, his social prospects seem unlikely to change, sentencing him to a lifetime of anonymity. Then he meets Veronica Morgan Wells. Struck by her beauty, wit, and sophisticated Manhattan upbringing, David falls feverishly in love. Determined to win her attention and an invite into her glamorous world, he begins compromising his moral standards for this one, great shot at happiness. But both Veronica and David, it turns out, are not exactly as they seem. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Teddy Wayne) Wed, 14 Sep 2016 14:27:28 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Loner-Audiobook/B01LZS0D6K thebookvoice.com 06:07:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Loner Subtitle: A Novel Author: Teddy Wayne Narrator: David Bendena Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 09-14-16 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 549 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: David Federman has never felt appreciated. An academically gifted yet painfully forgettable member of his New Jersey high school class, the withdrawn, mild-mannered freshman arrives at Harvard fully expecting to be embraced by a new tribe of high-achieving peers. But, initially, his social prospects seem unlikely to change, sentencing him to a lifetime of anonymity. Then he meets Veronica Morgan Wells. Struck by her beauty, wit, and sophisticated Manhattan upbringing, David falls feverishly in love. Determined to win her attention and an invite into her glamorous world, he begins compromising his moral standards for this one, great shot at happiness. But both Veronica and David, it turns out, are not exactly as they seem. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Loner Subtitle: A Novel Author: Teddy Wayne Narrator: David Bendena Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 09-14-16 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 549 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: David Federman has never felt appreciated. An academically gifted yet painfully forgettable member of his New Jersey high school class, the withdrawn, mild-mannered freshman arrives at Harvard fully expecting to be embraced by a new tribe of high-achieving peers. But, initially, his social prospects seem unlikely to change, sentencing him to a lifetime of anonymity. Then he meets Veronica Morgan Wells. Struck by her beauty, wit, and sophisticated Manhattan upbringing, David falls feverishly in love. Determined to win her attention and an invite into her glamorous world, he begins compromising his moral standards for this one, great shot at happiness. But both Veronica and David, it turns out, are not exactly as they seem. Members Reviews: Creepy Inner Dialogue of a Psychopath What did you love best about Loner? I certainly didn't love this book, but instead found it fascinatingly intriguing. The shift from first person to second person narrative gave depth to the character's deepening obsession. Who was your favorite character and why? There were no favorite characters. What about David Bendenas performance did you like? He did a good job conveying the main character's inner dialogue. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? It definitely creeped me out. Any additional comments? This book provides a chilling glimpse into the compulsion of a psychopathic personality on a college campus. Well-Crafted, Caffeinated Rush LONER is a well-crafted, caffeinated composition about a volatile, socially-impaired Harvard freshman from New Jersey and his poco loco fixation on an upper crust co-ed from Manhattan's upper East Side, who is not quite as transparent as she seems. Teddy Wayne builds this relationship slowly at first, then deftly manages a sort of whitewater rush where I kept looking for the next dangerous rocks. The last 30 pages were like watching a long fuse burn toward a powder keg, or seeing another neurotic, introspective Hahvahd freshman Quentin Compson browse around Cambridge before diving into the Charles River--with Wayne's nod to Faulkner's The Sound and the Fury, as near the novel's end the anti-hero David sees the plaque that is actually now on the Anderson Memorial Bridge above the Charles which reads "QUENTIN COMPSON Drowned in the odour of honeysuckle. 1891-1910" This highly clever fireball of a relatively short novel has an explosive ending with a few unexpected surprises. Wayne also toys with our expectations based on gender and socio-economic status. I highly recommend this if you like psychological character studies. When Harvard boys go bad This is one of the most cringe-inducing books I've ever read. You can almost feel sorry for the protagonist throughout his self-serving narrative as he describes his freshmen year at Harvard, increasingly consumed by his obsession with a hot Manhattanite older girl, except that he's such a complete louse. David Federman is a perfectly dull, if smart, Jewish boy from New Jersey. He's already a walking cliche when he arrives at Harvard - he was the smartest kid in his high school class, and good grades always came easily to him, but he is unable to grasp the fact that in Harvard, he is no longer the smartest guy in the room. Everyone was at the top of their class. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Zanes-Everything-Fades-Away-Audiobook/B00A7GGKS8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Zane's Everything Fades Away Subtitle: An eShort Story Author: Zane Narrator: Hevin Hanover Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 11-20-12 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 288 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Amanda is bored with life. She spends hours a day on Facebook, her parents act like they are too ancient to enjoy life any longer, and her military husband, Ralph, is deployed to Afghanistan. Gideon is not totally content at home either. His wife, Nina, is a lifetime overachiever and a workaholic. She has moved her mother into their home so she can have a live-in sitter, and Gideon has fallen to the bottom of her priority list. On Black Friday 2012, both Amanda and Gideon end up at a Best Buy to take advantage of the massive price cuts on electronics. When the store opens its door at midnight, the potential customers rush the glass doors and end up in a brawl. Built-up excitement turns into mass pandemonium as the police show up in riot gear. Tear gas containers are being tossed around like lollipops and strangers are beating on each other like a heavyweight fight at the MGM Grand in Vegas. Amanda and Gideon both end up in the skywalk overlooking the madness and, even though they are complete strangers to each other, the adrenaline rush overwhelms them and they discover quick ecstasy among the chaos. After putting their clothes back on, followed by making formal introductions, they embark on a sexual journey together that re-ignites the flames in their souls. Both are forced to make choices that they never thought would have to be made; marriages are placed at risk; heartbreak is inevitable. What starts out merely as casual sex becomes much more than mere physical attraction and their lives begin to unravel. No matter how incredible something wrong can make one feel, eventually, Everything Fades Away. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Zane) Tue, 20 Nov 2012 07:51:05 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Zanes-Everything-Fades-Away-Audiobook/B00A7GGKS8 thebookvoice.com 01:04:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Zane's Everything Fades Away Subtitle: An eShort Story Author: Zane Narrator: Hevin Hanover Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 11-20-12 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 288 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Amanda is bored with life. She spends hours a day on Facebook, her parents act like they are too ancient to enjoy life any longer, and her military husband, Ralph, is deployed to Afghanistan. Gideon is not totally content at home either. His wife, Nina, is a lifetime overachiever and a workaholic. She has moved her mother into their home so she can have a live-in sitter, and Gideon has fallen to the bottom of her priority list. On Black Friday 2012, both Amanda and Gideon end up at a Best Buy to take advantage of the massive price cuts on electronics. When the store opens its door at midnight, the potential customers rush the glass doors and end up in a brawl. Built-up excitement turns into mass pandemonium as the police show up in riot gear. Tear gas containers are being tossed around like lollipops and strangers are beating on each other like a heavyweight fight at the MGM Grand in Vegas. Amanda and Gideon both end up in the skywalk overlooking the madness and, even though they are complete strangers to each other, the adrenaline rush overwhelms them and they discover quick ecstasy among the chaos. After putting their clothes back on, followed by making formal introductions, they embark on a sexual journey together that re-ignites the flames in their souls. Both are forced to make choices that they never thought would have to be made; marriages are placed at risk; heartbreak is inevitable. What starts out merely as casual sex becomes much more than mere physical attraction and their lives begin to unravel. No matter how incredible something wrong can make one feel, eventually, Everything Fades Away. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Zane's Everything Fades Away Subtitle: An eShort Story Author: Zane Narrator: Hevin Hanover Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 11-20-12 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 288 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Amanda is bored with life. She spends hours a day on Facebook, her parents act like they are too ancient to enjoy life any longer, and her military husband, Ralph, is deployed to Afghanistan. Gideon is not totally content at home either. His wife, Nina, is a lifetime overachiever and a workaholic. She has moved her mother into their home so she can have a live-in sitter, and Gideon has fallen to the bottom of her priority list. On Black Friday 2012, both Amanda and Gideon end up at a Best Buy to take advantage of the massive price cuts on electronics. When the store opens its door at midnight, the potential customers rush the glass doors and end up in a brawl. Built-up excitement turns into mass pandemonium as the police show up in riot gear. Tear gas containers are being tossed around like lollipops and strangers are beating on each other like a heavyweight fight at the MGM Grand in Vegas. Amanda and Gideon both end up in the skywalk overlooking the madness and, even though they are complete strangers to each other, the adrenaline rush overwhelms them and they discover quick ecstasy among the chaos. After putting their clothes back on, followed by making formal introductions, they embark on a sexual journey together that re-ignites the flames in their souls. Both are forced to make choices that they never thought would have to be made; marriages are placed at risk; heartbreak is inevitable. What starts out merely as casual sex becomes much more than mere physical attraction and their lives begin to unravel. No matter how incredible something wrong can make one feel, eventually, Everything Fades Away. Members Reviews: Truly Zane What made the experience of listening to Zane's Everything Fades Away the most enjoyable? The narrators. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Yes, the end because it was so unexpected. Any additional comments? Zane is a phenomenal writer who leaves you on the edge of your seat and wanting more. She in this story put tears in my eyes because it was not what I was expecting at all. It is truly an hour I am glad that I took out of my day to read this short but powerful piece of literary work. Thank you Zane. You are phenomenal. really What did you like best about Zane's Everything Fades Away? What did you like least? I normally love zane. But this one hurts.Yes is a short story. I get it but the ending. I tend to stay away from sad endings, I didnt. Know that this was one of them. I almost threw my player across the room. What did you like best about this story? Giddon sexy sexy sexy What three words best describe Hevin Hanovers performance? Hevin did a great job. I would list to him again If this book were a movie would you go see it? Nooo Wow.... Just wow... This was an awesome short story by Zane. Never really been into audiobooks but this one kept me peeled to my phone. I could envision the entire story and began to weep as I listened to the end. Kudos Zane... I was amazing. Oh My.. I forgot how sexy Zanes books were. It was a distracting listen on a Friday afternoon at work! Sorry I bought Narrators were dry and took away from story which was only soso to begin with. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Rules-for-a-Knight-Audiobook/B016V7ZW3U Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rules for a Knight Author: Ethan Hawke Narrator: Alessandro Nivola Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 11-10-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 133 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: It is 1483, and Sir Thomas Lemuel Hawke, a Cornish knight, is about to ride into battle. On the eve of his departure, he composes a letter to his four young children, consisting of 20 virtues that provide instruction on how to live a noble life and on all the lessons, large and small, that he might have imparted to them himself were he not expecting to die on the battlefield. "Why am I alive? Where was I before I was born? What will happen to me when I die? Whatever well our lives are drawn from, it is deep, wild, mysterious, and unknowable...." Rules for a Knight is many things: a code of ethics; an intimate record of a lifelong quest; a careful recounting of a knight's hardest won lessons, deepest aspirations, and most richly instructive failures; and an artifact, a relic of a father's exquisite love. Drawing on the ancient teachings of Eastern and Western philosophy and religion, on literature and poetry, and on the great spiritual and political writings of our time, Ethan Hawke has written a parable that - in the story of a young man's journey toward a life of authenticity and meaning - captures the instinctive movement of the heart toward truth and beauty. Rules for a Knight has the appeal of Arthurian legend; the economy of Aesop; and the vitality, intelligence, and risk-taking that could emanate only from Ethan Hawke. Critic Reviews: "[Narrator Alessandro] Nivola uses grandfatherly tones - melodious, deep, and enchanting - to draw listeners in. Using lyrical tones, he BECOMES the knight who writes his timeless advice for his sleeping heirs." (AudioFile) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ethan Hawke) Tue, 10 Nov 2015 12:22:42 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Rules-for-a-Knight-Audiobook/B016V7ZW3U thebookvoice.com 02:14:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rules for a Knight Author: Ethan Hawke Narrator: Alessandro Nivola Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 11-10-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 133 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: It is 1483, and Sir Thomas Lemuel Hawke, a Cornish knight, is about to ride into battle. On the eve of his departure, he composes a letter to his four young children, consisting of 20 virtues that provide instruction on how to live a noble life and on all the lessons, large and small, that he might have imparted to them himself were he not expecting to die on the battlefield. "Why am I alive? Where was I before I was born? What will happen to me when I die? Whatever well our lives are drawn from, it is deep, wild, mysterious, and unknowable...." Rules for a Knight is many things: a code of ethics; an intimate record of a lifelong quest; a careful recounting of a knight's hardest won lessons, deepest aspirations, and most richly instructive failures; and an artifact, a relic of a father's exquisite love. Drawing on the ancient teachings of Eastern and Western philosophy and religion, on literature and poetry, and on the great spiritual and political writings of our time, Ethan Hawke has written a parable that - in the story of a young man's journey toward a life of authenticity and meaning - captures the instinctive movement of the heart toward truth and beauty. Rules for a Knight has the appeal of Arthurian legend; the economy of Aesop; and the vitality, intelligence, and risk-taking that could emanate only from Ethan Hawke. Critic Reviews: "[Narrator Alessandro] Nivola uses grandfatherly tones - melodious, deep, and enchanting - to draw listeners in. Using lyrical tones, he BECOMES the knight who writes his timeless advice for his sleeping heirs." (AudioFile) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rules for a Knight Author: Ethan Hawke Narrator: Alessandro Nivola Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 11-10-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 133 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: It is 1483, and Sir Thomas Lemuel Hawke, a Cornish knight, is about to ride into battle. On the eve of his departure, he composes a letter to his four young children, consisting of 20 virtues that provide instruction on how to live a noble life and on all the lessons, large and small, that he might have imparted to them himself were he not expecting to die on the battlefield. "Why am I alive? Where was I before I was born? What will happen to me when I die? Whatever well our lives are drawn from, it is deep, wild, mysterious, and unknowable...." Rules for a Knight is many things: a code of ethics; an intimate record of a lifelong quest; a careful recounting of a knight's hardest won lessons, deepest aspirations, and most richly instructive failures; and an artifact, a relic of a father's exquisite love. Drawing on the ancient teachings of Eastern and Western philosophy and religion, on literature and poetry, and on the great spiritual and political writings of our time, Ethan Hawke has written a parable that - in the story of a young man's journey toward a life of authenticity and meaning - captures the instinctive movement of the heart toward truth and beauty. Rules for a Knight has the appeal of Arthurian legend; the economy of Aesop; and the vitality, intelligence, and risk-taking that could emanate only from Ethan Hawke. Critic Reviews: "[Narrator Alessandro] Nivola uses grandfatherly tones - melodious, deep, and enchanting - to draw listeners in. Using lyrical tones, he BECOMES the knight who writes his timeless advice for his sleeping heirs." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: Awesome!!! This book is great for anyone. It teaches principles that everyone aspiring to be a better person should live by. My wife and I even read the hardcover version of this book to our children for them to learn from the guidelines and direction given in these teachings and rules. fabulous! I loved this! listened to it twice in 24 hours! Great rules to live by covered with an interesting story. Misleading. What would have made Rules for a Knight better? Not pass it off as historical. I realize you could search for the author and information but if you just, as I did, pick up the title and go by the introduction you would be confused if you are familiar with Eastern philosophy. What was one of the most memorable moments of Rules for a Knight? The discoveries I kept making that left me to stop listening altogether which is Its blatant rehashing of various wisdom quotations from different countries in the past and passing it off as a singular work. You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? It modernizes older words of wisdom for a new day which is a positive I suppose. Parables for Upright Person Enjoyable uplifting book with a story of a Knight giving teachings through parable for his children before he goes to battle. This book was recommended by Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki as must read spiritual book and I would agree. Divided into short chapters makes a good inspiration read every now & then This is the book you should read! If you could sum up Rules for a Knight in three words, what would they be? Simple, elegant, and straightforward. Meaningful, concise, and moving. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Cant-Wait-to-Get-to-Heaven-Audiobook/B002V8OFIM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Can't Wait to Get to Heaven Author: Fannie Flagg Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 07-05-06 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 418 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Life is the strangest thing. One minute, Mrs. Elner Shimfissle is up in her tree, picking figs, and the next thing she knows, she is off on an adventure she never dreamed of, running into people she never in a million years expected to meet. Meanwhile, back home, Elner's nervous, high-strung niece Norma faints and winds up in bed with a cold rag on her head; Elner's neighbor Verbena rushes immediately to the Bible; her truck driver friend, Luther Griggs, runs his 18-wheeler into a ditch, and the entire town is thrown for a loop and left wondering, "What is life all about, anyway?" Except for Tot Whooten, who owns Tot's Tell It Like It Is Beauty Shop. Her main concern is that the end of the world might come before she can collect her social security. In this comedy-mystery, those near and dear to Elner discover something wonderful: Heaven is actually right here, right now, with people you love, neighbors you help, friendships you keep. Can't Wait to Get to Heaven is proof once more that Fannie Flagg "was put on this earth to write" (Southern Living), spinning tales as sweet and refreshing as iced tea on a summer day, with a little extra kick thrown in. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Fannie Flagg) Wed, 05 Jul 2006 09:13:07 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Cant-Wait-to-Get-to-Heaven-Audiobook/B002V8OFIM thebookvoice.com 09:51:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Can't Wait to Get to Heaven Author: Fannie Flagg Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 07-05-06 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 418 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Life is the strangest thing. One minute, Mrs. Elner Shimfissle is up in her tree, picking figs, and the next thing she knows, she is off on an adventure she never dreamed of, running into people she never in a million years expected to meet. Meanwhile, back home, Elner's nervous, high-strung niece Norma faints and winds up in bed with a cold rag on her head; Elner's neighbor Verbena rushes immediately to the Bible; her truck driver friend, Luther Griggs, runs his 18-wheeler into a ditch, and the entire town is thrown for a loop and left wondering, "What is life all about, anyway?" Except for Tot Whooten, who owns Tot's Tell It Like It Is Beauty Shop. Her main concern is that the end of the world might come before she can collect her social security. In this comedy-mystery, those near and dear to Elner discover something wonderful: Heaven is actually right here, right now, with people you love, neighbors you help, friendships you keep. Can't Wait to Get to Heaven is proof once more that Fannie Flagg "was put on this earth to write" (Southern Living), spinning tales as sweet and refreshing as iced tea on a summer day, with a little extra kick thrown in. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Can't Wait to Get to Heaven Author: Fannie Flagg Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 07-05-06 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 418 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Life is the strangest thing. One minute, Mrs. Elner Shimfissle is up in her tree, picking figs, and the next thing she knows, she is off on an adventure she never dreamed of, running into people she never in a million years expected to meet. Meanwhile, back home, Elner's nervous, high-strung niece Norma faints and winds up in bed with a cold rag on her head; Elner's neighbor Verbena rushes immediately to the Bible; her truck driver friend, Luther Griggs, runs his 18-wheeler into a ditch, and the entire town is thrown for a loop and left wondering, "What is life all about, anyway?" Except for Tot Whooten, who owns Tot's Tell It Like It Is Beauty Shop. Her main concern is that the end of the world might come before she can collect her social security. In this comedy-mystery, those near and dear to Elner discover something wonderful: Heaven is actually right here, right now, with people you love, neighbors you help, friendships you keep. Can't Wait to Get to Heaven is proof once more that Fannie Flagg "was put on this earth to write" (Southern Living), spinning tales as sweet and refreshing as iced tea on a summer day, with a little extra kick thrown in. Members Reviews: I love Fannie Flagg If you are a Fannie Flagg fan you will love this story. You should really listen to Redbird Christmas and Standing in the Rainbow first as this one ends one of her characters. The people are so elegantly described you feel as if you know them and you become a part of this little town of quirky folks. better if you're a fannie fan When I bought this book, I didn't realize that the characters and town were from previous books. I think it makes a big difference in getting into the story. I almost shelved this one after 4 hours because it seemed to be going nowhere. I did persevere and thought it was an enjoyable book, although not great. The first half of the book is pretty much character study. It felt like I was suppose to like these people and the town (which at first I didn't feel much affinity for either). It takes quite awhile for the story to take-off and as Fannie Flagg always does, she ties-up all the loose ends in the last chapter. It's cute and if you're a Fannie fan, you're sure to love it. However, if you're not a Fannie fan, I would perhaps start with the other books in the series first or better yet, just listen to Fried Green Tomatoes or A Redbird Christmas. If you're a fan of Southern fiction and looking for something new, Between Georgia by Josalyn Jackson is a real good one! Not her best work I was dissappointed in this book. It was kind of like eaves dropping on a boring conversation. I stopped listening midway through. Whimisical but down-to-earth First, I think the narrator was great! After all the story is set in Missouri, not the South. Even so Campbell catches both the rhythm of Flagg's prose and essence of the characters speech. The story is not as sugar-coated as it might seem on the surface though it certainly lacks the bite of "Fried Green Tomatos" The character of Eliner is someone you wish you knew. I am not really a fan of mythical small towns but I enjoy Elmwood Springs because although Flagg moved her story north the town is southern through and through. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Bookshop-on-Rosemary-Lane-Audiobook/B01IFJUL06 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bookshop on Rosemary Lane Author: Ellen Berry Narrator: Gabrielle Glaister Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-16 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 54 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Take a trip to the Yorkshire village of Burley Bridge, where a very special little cookbook shop is about to open its doors.... In the beginning...Kitty Cartwright has always solved her problems in the kitchen. Her cookbooks are her life, and there isn't an issue that 'Cooking with Aspic' can't fix. Her only wish is that she had a book entitled Rustling Up Dinner When Your Husband Has Left You. Forty years later.... On Rosemary Lane, Della Cartwright plans to open a very special little bookshop. Not knowing what to do with the 100s of cookbooks her mother left her, she now wants to share their recipes with the world - and no amount of aspic will stand in her way. But with her family convinced it's a hare-brained scheme, Della starts to wonder if she's made a terrible decision. One thing's for sure: she's about to find out.... Lose yourself in Della's world of food, family and friends. The perfect listen for fans of Trisha Ashley and Carole Matthews. Critic Reviews: "Frivolous fun." (Grazia) "Warm, funny and poignant." (The Daily Mail) "Brilliant...manages to capture family life perfectly." (Chick Lit Reviews) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ellen Berry) Fri, 15 Jul 2016 11:27:23 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Bookshop-on-Rosemary-Lane-Audiobook/B01IFJUL06 thebookvoice.com 12:04:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bookshop on Rosemary Lane Author: Ellen Berry Narrator: Gabrielle Glaister Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-16 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 54 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Take a trip to the Yorkshire village of Burley Bridge, where a very special little cookbook shop is about to open its doors.... In the beginning...Kitty Cartwright has always solved her problems in the kitchen. Her cookbooks are her life, and there isn't an issue that 'Cooking with Aspic' can't fix. Her only wish is that she had a book entitled Rustling Up Dinner When Your Husband Has Left You. Forty years later.... On Rosemary Lane, Della Cartwright plans to open a very special little bookshop. Not knowing what to do with the 100s of cookbooks her mother left her, she now wants to share their recipes with the world - and no amount of aspic will stand in her way. But with her family convinced it's a hare-brained scheme, Della starts to wonder if she's made a terrible decision. One thing's for sure: she's about to find out.... Lose yourself in Della's world of food, family and friends. The perfect listen for fans of Trisha Ashley and Carole Matthews. Critic Reviews: "Frivolous fun." (Grazia) "Warm, funny and poignant." (The Daily Mail) "Brilliant...manages to capture family life perfectly." (Chick Lit Reviews) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bookshop on Rosemary Lane Author: Ellen Berry Narrator: Gabrielle Glaister Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-16 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 54 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Take a trip to the Yorkshire village of Burley Bridge, where a very special little cookbook shop is about to open its doors.... In the beginning...Kitty Cartwright has always solved her problems in the kitchen. Her cookbooks are her life, and there isn't an issue that 'Cooking with Aspic' can't fix. Her only wish is that she had a book entitled Rustling Up Dinner When Your Husband Has Left You. Forty years later.... On Rosemary Lane, Della Cartwright plans to open a very special little bookshop. Not knowing what to do with the 100s of cookbooks her mother left her, she now wants to share their recipes with the world - and no amount of aspic will stand in her way. But with her family convinced it's a hare-brained scheme, Della starts to wonder if she's made a terrible decision. One thing's for sure: she's about to find out.... Lose yourself in Della's world of food, family and friends. The perfect listen for fans of Trisha Ashley and Carole Matthews. Critic Reviews: "Frivolous fun." (Grazia) "Warm, funny and poignant." (The Daily Mail) "Brilliant...manages to capture family life perfectly." (Chick Lit Reviews) Members Reviews: The Bookshop on Rosemary Lane What I love about this book is how the author wove the story of the heroine, Della's life (our collective story & journey as women) infusing all the surprises, hardships & disappointments with a stronger, personal intention and inspiration. In other words, in the face of each trial (and this story is laced with a myriad of relatable circumstances we face every day) Della chooses to focus ahead on her goal, put it first, and not wallow in life's distractions. I found myself inspired and introspective. A Book for Bedtime Thoroughly enjoyed this read, shall look for more of her books for future reading,hopefully soon. Awful I really struggled to get as far as chapter 4 in this book hard work Doormat Della wakes up Oh what a doormat Della was, I felt like she was never going to take off the rosy coloured specs, the pace of the book was slow at the beginning, and at the end seemed hurried in the extreme, but as a general story, I liked it. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Abstinence-Teacher-Audiobook/B002V1OPI4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Abstinence Teacher Subtitle: A Novel Author: Tom Perrotta Narrator: Campbell Scott Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 10-16-07 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 258 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Ruth Ramsey is the human sexuality teacher at the local high school. She believes that "pleasure is good, shame is bad, and knowledge is power". Ruth's younger daughter's soccer coach is Tim Mason, a former stoner and rocker whose response to hitting rock bottom was to reach out and be saved. Tim belongs to The Tabernacle, an evangelical Christian church that doesn't approve of Ruth's style of teaching. And Ruth in turn doesn't applaud The Tabernacle's mission to take its message outside its doors. Adversaries in a small-town culture war, Ruth and Tim instinctively mistrust each other. But when a controversy on the soccer field pushes the two of them to actually talk to each other, they are forced to take each other at something other than face value. The Abstinence Teacher exposes the powerful emotions that run beneath the surface of modern American family life and explores the complex spiritual and sexual lives of ordinary people. Elegantly written, it is characterized by the distinctive mix of satire and compassion that have animated Perrotta's previous novels. Critic Reviews: "A finely wrought novel." ( Booklist) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tom Perrotta) Tue, 16 Oct 2007 11:58:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Abstinence-Teacher-Audiobook/B002V1OPI4 thebookvoice.com 10:24:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Abstinence Teacher Subtitle: A Novel Author: Tom Perrotta Narrator: Campbell Scott Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 10-16-07 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 258 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Ruth Ramsey is the human sexuality teacher at the local high school. She believes that "pleasure is good, shame is bad, and knowledge is power". Ruth's younger daughter's soccer coach is Tim Mason, a former stoner and rocker whose response to hitting rock bottom was to reach out and be saved. Tim belongs to The Tabernacle, an evangelical Christian church that doesn't approve of Ruth's style of teaching. And Ruth in turn doesn't applaud The Tabernacle's mission to take its message outside its doors. Adversaries in a small-town culture war, Ruth and Tim instinctively mistrust each other. But when a controversy on the soccer field pushes the two of them to actually talk to each other, they are forced to take each other at something other than face value. The Abstinence Teacher exposes the powerful emotions that run beneath the surface of modern American family life and explores the complex spiritual and sexual lives of ordinary people. Elegantly written, it is characterized by the distinctive mix of satire and compassion that have animated Perrotta's previous novels. Critic Reviews: "A finely wrought novel." ( Booklist) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Abstinence Teacher Subtitle: A Novel Author: Tom Perrotta Narrator: Campbell Scott Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 10-16-07 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 258 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Ruth Ramsey is the human sexuality teacher at the local high school. She believes that "pleasure is good, shame is bad, and knowledge is power". Ruth's younger daughter's soccer coach is Tim Mason, a former stoner and rocker whose response to hitting rock bottom was to reach out and be saved. Tim belongs to The Tabernacle, an evangelical Christian church that doesn't approve of Ruth's style of teaching. And Ruth in turn doesn't applaud The Tabernacle's mission to take its message outside its doors. Adversaries in a small-town culture war, Ruth and Tim instinctively mistrust each other. But when a controversy on the soccer field pushes the two of them to actually talk to each other, they are forced to take each other at something other than face value. The Abstinence Teacher exposes the powerful emotions that run beneath the surface of modern American family life and explores the complex spiritual and sexual lives of ordinary people. Elegantly written, it is characterized by the distinctive mix of satire and compassion that have animated Perrotta's previous novels. Critic Reviews: "A finely wrought novel." ( Booklist) Members Reviews: Same and Better If you've read "Little Children" you'll recognize both the form and the content of this book -- but we can forgive the safety of repetition (or the obsessiveness of it) when the works become fuller and truer as they go. And this one does. If you are ambivalent (or negative) about religion, you'll find the story scratches your itch nicely without being so insulting to the practice that you feel guilty about feeling good. It comes close or course, but Perrota cleverly side steps any sense of lynching by making all of his characters (pro and anti) equally imperfect and tricky to love. Also Campbell Scott's voice is a huge turn on. Wonderful reader/ performer Campbell Scott is a wonderful, subtle, intelligent actor. He alters his voice just enough to bring the characters alive, without ever overdoing it. I loved the novel, but I think Mr Scott is an inspired actor/reader Annick Not for everyone! This is a story that is not for everyone. It's well written and I liked how the characters interacted, influenced one another, and evolved. But the parts dealing with the ultra-conservative religious folks were sheer torture for me. And the narrator's voice is so soft and monotoned as to evoke drowsiness. I would have liked a narrator with more variety of tone and voice. Why bother? I found this book pointless. The story went nowhere. The characters were unsympathetic and one dimensional. Not one of them was likeable. I suppose it did have something going for it because I did listen all the way to the end. I hoped the author was "going somewhere" with the story. I was wrong. My reaction to this audio offering when it ended was, "well, there is 10 plus hours I'll never get back"! Definitely NOT credit worthy Ugh Wow. Super dull and pretentious. The only thing worse than the story was the monotone narrator who apparently has something against inflection. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Payback-Audiobook/B002V0Q8NU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Payback Subtitle: Revenge of the Sisterhood #2 Author: Fern Michaels Narrator: Laural Merlington Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 10-20-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 337 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Meet the Sisterhood - seven very different women who found one another in their darkest days and formed an indelible friendship, strong enough to heal their pasts and bring laughter and joy back into their lives. In Myra Rutledge's beautiful Virginia home, amid hugs and fresh iced tea, shrimp fritters and shell-pink tulips, the friends have gathered to embark on their second mission of sweet revenge for one of their own. Julia Webster's husband, a U.S. Senator, has used his wife's graciousness and elegance to advance his career even as he's abused her trust at every turn and left her dreams for the future in tatters. Now, on the eve of his greatest political victory, he's about to learn a serious lesson in payback. Because the senator crossed the wrong woman...and there are six more where she came from.... ©2005 Fern Michaels Critic Reviews: "Revenge is a dish best served with cloth napkins and floral centerpieces...fast-paced...puts poetic justice first." (Publishers Weekly) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Fern Michaels) Mon, 20 Oct 2008 20:54:38 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Payback-Audiobook/B002V0Q8NU thebookvoice.com 06:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Payback Subtitle: Revenge of the Sisterhood #2 Author: Fern Michaels Narrator: Laural Merlington Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 10-20-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 337 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Meet the Sisterhood - seven very different women who found one another in their darkest days and formed an indelible friendship, strong enough to heal their pasts and bring laughter and joy back into their lives. In Myra Rutledge's beautiful Virginia home, amid hugs and fresh iced tea, shrimp fritters and shell-pink tulips, the friends have gathered to embark on their second mission of sweet revenge for one of their own. Julia Webster's husband, a U.S. Senator, has used his wife's graciousness and elegance to advance his career even as he's abused her trust at every turn and left her dreams for the future in tatters. Now, on the eve of his greatest political victory, he's about to learn a serious lesson in payback. Because the senator crossed the wrong woman...and there are six more where she came from.... ©2005 Fern Michaels Critic Reviews: "Revenge is a dish best served with cloth napkins and floral centerpieces...fast-paced...puts poetic justice first." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Payback Subtitle: Revenge of the Sisterhood #2 Author: Fern Michaels Narrator: Laural Merlington Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 10-20-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 337 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Meet the Sisterhood - seven very different women who found one another in their darkest days and formed an indelible friendship, strong enough to heal their pasts and bring laughter and joy back into their lives. In Myra Rutledge's beautiful Virginia home, amid hugs and fresh iced tea, shrimp fritters and shell-pink tulips, the friends have gathered to embark on their second mission of sweet revenge for one of their own. Julia Webster's husband, a U.S. Senator, has used his wife's graciousness and elegance to advance his career even as he's abused her trust at every turn and left her dreams for the future in tatters. Now, on the eve of his greatest political victory, he's about to learn a serious lesson in payback. Because the senator crossed the wrong woman...and there are six more where she came from.... ©2005 Fern Michaels Critic Reviews: "Revenge is a dish best served with cloth napkins and floral centerpieces...fast-paced...puts poetic justice first." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: great romp I really enjoyed the cast of characters, their brains and beauty and spunk. Well paced and fun listening to a good narrator. Helped make the time knitting samples go by quickly. Am downloading #3 right now. Great Books As with all of the Sisterhood Series this was a totally enjoyable listen. Laurel Merlington does a superb job with the audio and I love the story line. great book loved it. gripping book. great performance by the narrator. suspense is wonderful. read it again. The Sisterhood ROCKS! Is it so bad to want to be part of this group of women? I want to be part of The Sisterhood! These women are amazing! I know Payback: Revenge of the Sisterhood #2 is only the second in this series, but I'm hooked. I love this series! I already have Book #3 and I will soon be starting it. Even though this is my new favorite series, I think these will be my shortest reviews because there is nothing more to say that get this audiobook! Make sure to start with Book #1, though! I cannot be more happy that I came across these books. They are the only books I have read by Author Fern Michaels. Obviously, I have been missing out on some fabulous writing....I'm going to check out another one of her series and get a book with my credit! The narration couldn't be any better. It's soooo good. Laural Merlington is a superstar narrator! I can't imagine hearing anyone else play these parts. She is perfect in every way! My rating is 5/5 stars! I highly recommend you check The Sisterhood Series out! Thank you for reading my review. I hope it was helpful. :-) Hooked on these characters I'm hooked on this series because of the crazy characters. It is a light read with good, well thought out solutions to some peoples deplorable lack of moral scruples. No murder or gunfights just a good ole caper with a little humor mixed in. Some parts are a bit far fetched but it certainly adds to the adventure. Laural Merlington's excellent narrative brings life and timing to all of the characters personalities. Onto the next in the series, it's a nice, light way to start out the New Year https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Sea-Change-Audiobook/B008RO8CR4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sea Change Author: Karen White Narrator: Mozhan Marno, Kate Forbes, Peggity Price Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 244 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Karen White' s New York Times best-selling novels keep audiences up well into the night with their compelling plots and engaging characters. Sea Change is a riveting tale of second chances, forgiveness, and leaps of faith. Plagued by feelings of loneliness and not belonging, 35-year-old Ava Whalen is as shocked as anyone when she falls for child psychologist Matthew Frazier, elopes with him, and settles down on St. Simons Island, Georgia. But her newfound happiness is threatened when her past proves difficult to escape. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Karen White) Thu, 02 Aug 2012 22:17:30 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Sea-Change-Audiobook/B008RO8CR4 thebookvoice.com 15:56:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sea Change Author: Karen White Narrator: Mozhan Marno, Kate Forbes, Peggity Price Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 244 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Karen White' s New York Times best-selling novels keep audiences up well into the night with their compelling plots and engaging characters. Sea Change is a riveting tale of second chances, forgiveness, and leaps of faith. Plagued by feelings of loneliness and not belonging, 35-year-old Ava Whalen is as shocked as anyone when she falls for child psychologist Matthew Frazier, elopes with him, and settles down on St. Simons Island, Georgia. But her newfound happiness is threatened when her past proves difficult to escape. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sea Change Author: Karen White Narrator: Mozhan Marno, Kate Forbes, Peggity Price Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 244 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Karen White' s New York Times best-selling novels keep audiences up well into the night with their compelling plots and engaging characters. Sea Change is a riveting tale of second chances, forgiveness, and leaps of faith. Plagued by feelings of loneliness and not belonging, 35-year-old Ava Whalen is as shocked as anyone when she falls for child psychologist Matthew Frazier, elopes with him, and settles down on St. Simons Island, Georgia. But her newfound happiness is threatened when her past proves difficult to escape. Members Reviews: Slow moving What did you like best about Sea Change? What did you like least? What I liked most is that the story moved back and forth from present time to the 18th century. I actually found the the 18th century story and characters to be much more interesting. The characters in this time period, Pamela and her sister Georgina were interesting and better developed compared to the present day characters of Matthew and Eva. They were pretty boring.I didn't get their romance and Eva, the female protagonist was flat, and one-dimensional. Would you be willing to try another book from Karen White? Why or why not? Yes, I've listened to several Karen White books and I think she is an amazing writer. I really thought I was going to love this audio book. But it was slow moving and the modern day characters were so boring and vacuous. Couple that with really bad narration for Eva's character and it was a ho-hum listen. This book is probably stronger in print. Who would you have cast as narrator instead of the narrators? Khristine Hvam would have brought some life to Eva's character and someone with her range would have brought the whole story together. Eva was supposed to be in her early 30's but she sounded like she was in her 60's. It was hard to buy that this character was young and It was hard to listen to this story at times. good read - performance could have been better Would you consider the audio edition of Sea Change to be better than the print version? I was disappointed with the part of Eva - she came across too old - Eva was 35, sounded 55 Karen White Books are always awesome.... Sea Change was great ! I listen to all of Karen White books! Ava, in the story, finds out about her past and this book kept me on the edge of my seat! I couldn't wait to go driving and listen to chapter after chapter! Recommend this book! Dont waste your money Ive listened to other books by this author, so I thought this one would be good. I thought wrong. Terribly boring. I just couldnt get past the first 10 chapters. The story drags on & the reader reads in short bursts that all sound the same. Not worth the credit I used on it. I just could not finish this book I just could not finish it! The narrator depresses me. She has a voice most unloveable. The timing of the delivery of lines is very distracting. The Story is also SLOOoow. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Incredible-Journey-Audiobook/B002VA3LYO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Incredible Journey Author: Sheila Burnford Narrator: Megan Follows Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 10-10-03 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 114 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Instinct told them that the way home lay to the west. And so the doughty young Labrador retriever, the roguish bull terrier and the indomitable Siamese set out through the Canadian wilderness. Separately, they would soon have died. But, together, the three house pets faced starvation, exposure and wild forest animals to make their way home to the family they love. The Incredible Journey is one of the great children's stories of all time and has been popular ever since its debut in 1961. Critic Reviews: "Captivating! A tale of charm, high drama and some revelations of the love existing between man and beast." (The New York Times) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sheila Burnford) Fri, 10 Oct 2003 07:26:44 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Incredible-Journey-Audiobook/B002VA3LYO thebookvoice.com 03:09:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Incredible Journey Author: Sheila Burnford Narrator: Megan Follows Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 10-10-03 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 114 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Instinct told them that the way home lay to the west. And so the doughty young Labrador retriever, the roguish bull terrier and the indomitable Siamese set out through the Canadian wilderness. Separately, they would soon have died. But, together, the three house pets faced starvation, exposure and wild forest animals to make their way home to the family they love. The Incredible Journey is one of the great children's stories of all time and has been popular ever since its debut in 1961. Critic Reviews: "Captivating! A tale of charm, high drama and some revelations of the love existing between man and beast." (The New York Times) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Incredible Journey Author: Sheila Burnford Narrator: Megan Follows Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 10-10-03 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 114 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Instinct told them that the way home lay to the west. And so the doughty young Labrador retriever, the roguish bull terrier and the indomitable Siamese set out through the Canadian wilderness. Separately, they would soon have died. But, together, the three house pets faced starvation, exposure and wild forest animals to make their way home to the family they love. The Incredible Journey is one of the great children's stories of all time and has been popular ever since its debut in 1961. Critic Reviews: "Captivating! A tale of charm, high drama and some revelations of the love existing between man and beast." (The New York Times) Members Reviews: Love the book, but beware background music! "Incredible Journey" has been one of my favorite books since I first read it as a child; I can always count on weeping happily by the end. This audio version was read decently by Megan Follows, but I found the occasional addition of musical tracks to be annoying and, in some cases, so loud that they overwhelmed the vocals. That's why I'm only giving four stars instead of five on this one, but it's a great story anyway... Captivating and Enthralling to listen to. This is one book I always going to get around to reading to one day, and decided to try it in it's audio format. It was thoroughly enjoyable. It's a book you can't go wrong on. I loved the way Megan read it, and enjoyed seeing how the 3 animals interacted together. This is a great feel good book. You won't want to miss it. Good book, good reader, weird music. Would you listen to The Incredible Journey again? Why? Yes, its a good story that ends happy with just enough drama in between. Who was your favorite character and why? The old dog of course. What do you think the narrator could have done better? no comment Who was the most memorable character of The Incredible Journey and why? The old dog and the cat. Any additional comments? Background music that they plan in some scenes was distracting. AMAZING!!!! That was the best book I have ever read in my life. I encourage everyone to read it Slow start, exciting, adventurous finish. Too much description and exposition in the beginning. Once the story got going, it was exciting and gripping. Reader was okay, a bit soporific. Our kids liked the music that came on at dramatic moments. Also liked that it was full of action, but also had sad moments. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Rabbit-Redux-Audiobook/B002V02RDA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rabbit Redux Author: John Updike Narrator: Arthur Morey Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 01-27-09 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 191 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The assumptions and obsessions that control our daily lives are explored in tantalizing detail by master novelist John Updike in this wise, witty, sexy story. Harry Angstrom - known to all as Rabbit, one of America's most famous literary characters - finds his dreary life shattered by the infidelity of his wife. How he resolves - or further complicates - his problems makes a compelling read. ©1996 John Updike; (P)2008 Random House biacuaduc@gmail.com (John Updike) Tue, 27 Jan 2009 11:43:46 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Rabbit-Redux-Audiobook/B002V02RDA thebookvoice.com 15:57:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rabbit Redux Author: John Updike Narrator: Arthur Morey Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 01-27-09 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 191 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The assumptions and obsessions that control our daily lives are explored in tantalizing detail by master novelist John Updike in this wise, witty, sexy story. Harry Angstrom - known to all as Rabbit, one of America's most famous literary characters - finds his dreary life shattered by the infidelity of his wife. How he resolves - or further complicates - his problems makes a compelling read. ©1996 John Updike; (P)2008 Random House Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rabbit Redux Author: John Updike Narrator: Arthur Morey Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 01-27-09 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 191 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The assumptions and obsessions that control our daily lives are explored in tantalizing detail by master novelist John Updike in this wise, witty, sexy story. Harry Angstrom - known to all as Rabbit, one of America's most famous literary characters - finds his dreary life shattered by the infidelity of his wife. How he resolves - or further complicates - his problems makes a compelling read. ©1996 John Updike; (P)2008 Random House Members Reviews: Bring on more Rabbit! I became totally engrossed in this wonderful book. It tells the story of Harry "Rabbit" Angstrom who's now in his late thirties and has long since stopped running away from his marriage and other responsibilities. He shirks responsibility in another kind of way by being passive about everything around him. When Rabbit's wife has an affair she challenges him to make a stand and fight to get her back. Not only does he fail her in this but he then gets mixed up in what turns out to be a disastrous chain of events. With his wife gone he agrees to take in a young run away who becomes his lover, and she in turn brings in Skeeter, her black radical, dope shooting friend. Rabbit finds himself in the middle of a chaotic world that collapses around him. But despite the sad turn of events, Rabbit is somewhat transformed by his experiences with Skeeter, hence the Latin title word "redux" meaning restored,and life for Rabbit goes on. The characters (with the exception perhaps of the too political Skeeter) are very convincing, and Rabbit himself is such an ordinary man who could well be our own neighbor. Another part of Updike's brilliance lies in his perceptive analysis of emotional interactions and in the language that is so rich in astute detail. The narrator also enriched the whole Rabbit experience by acting out the different characters with distinct voices and he really brought this audiobook to life in my mind's eye. It's probably best to listen to this Rabbit series in the correct order starting with 'Rabbit, Run' if you want to understand the characters and their backgrounds fully. But it's not an absolute must - so if you fancy this one first, go for it. I just can't get enough of Rabbit and don't want the series to end! Seamy Side of the Summer of Love Rabbit Redux is compared unfavorably by the critics to the other Rabbit books. In my opinion, this is unfair. Updike's prose is uniformly smooth and rich. So apparently the critics don't like the content. The book caputures the ethos of 1969--the peak and end of the Hippie Sixties. I was there. I was 12--the same age as Rabbit's son, Nelson. To me, that period was not the groovie barrel of fun Gen-X's think, rather it was often chaotic and terrifying. The world felt like it was going to heck in a handbag. Updike caputures the zeitgeist. 18 year old rich girl Jill is the perfect rich hippie chick strung out on drugs. Nam vet Skeeter is a mix between a chicken hearted Black Panther and Charlie Manson, complete with pseudo-intellectual rants about how the Man is keeping the brothers down and needs to be shot. Rabbit himself is a lazy whimp. He sees his world falling apart but would rather get stoned on Skeeter's pot. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Strangers-Child-Audiobook/B005VGLJGW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Stranger's Child Author: Alan Hollinghurst Narrator: James Daniel Wilson Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-11 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 64 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the Man Booker Prize-winning author of The Line of Beauty: a magnificent, century-spanning saga about a love triangle that spawns a myth, and a family mystery, across generations. In the late summer of 1913, George Sawle brings his Cambridge schoolmatea handsome, aristocratic young poet named Cecil Valanceto his familys modest home outside London for the weekend. George is enthralled by Cecil, and soon his sixteen-year-old sister, Daphne, is equally besotted by him and the stories he tells about Corley Court, the country estate he is heir to. But what Cecil writes in Daphnes autograph album will change their and their families lives forever: a poem that, after Cecil is killed in the Great War and his reputation burnished, will become a touchstone for a generation, a work recited by every schoolchild in England. Over time, a tragic love story is spun, even as other secrets lie burieduntil, decades later, an ambitious biographer threatens to unearth them. Rich with Hollinghurst's signature giftshaunting sensuality, delicious wit and exquisite lyricismThe Strangers Child is a tour de force: a masterly novel about the lingering power of desire, how the heart creates its own history, and how legends are made. Critic Reviews: Brilliantly written, intricate and wide-reaching . . . An almost century-long cavalcade of changing social, sexual and cultural attitudes, exhibited in sensuously imagined scenes and scrutinized with ironic wit . . . Marvelously acute in its attention to idioms and idiosyncrasies, tone and body language, psychological and emotional nuances, the book gives intensely credible life to its swarm of characters. (Peter Kemp, The Sunday Times, London) Not only Alan Hollinghursts most ambitious novel to date, but also his funniest since The Spell . . . Hollinghurst is perhaps our most literary contemporary novelist, in the sense that his books are . . . playfully, but never merely flippantly, studded with allusions. . . . The principal theme of the workings of time and memory [is] brilliantly embodied in the books structure, with its bold narrative leaps forwardBeautifully written, ambitious in its scope and structure, confident in its execution, The Strangers Child is a masterclass in the art of the novel.(Peter Parker, The Times Literary Supplement, UK) Highly entertaining and, as always with Hollinghurst, the dialogue is immaculate and the characterization first class. . . . Every Alan Hollinghurst novel is a cause for celebration, and this spacious, elegant satire is no exception.(David Robson, Sunday Telegraph, UK) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alan Hollinghurst) Fri, 14 Oct 2011 12:15:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Strangers-Child-Audiobook/B005VGLJGW thebookvoice.com 19:56:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Stranger's Child Author: Alan Hollinghurst Narrator: James Daniel Wilson Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-11 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 64 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the Man Booker Prize-winning author of The Line of Beauty: a magnificent, century-spanning saga about a love triangle that spawns a myth, and a family mystery, across generations. In the late summer of 1913, George Sawle brings his Cambridge schoolmatea handsome, aristocratic young poet named Cecil Valanceto his familys modest home outside London for the weekend. George is enthralled by Cecil, and soon his sixteen-year-old sister, Daphne, is equally besotted by him and the stories he tells about Corley Court, the country estate he is heir to. But what Cecil writes in Daphnes autograph album will change their and their families lives forever: a poem that, after Cecil is killed in the Great War and his reputation burnished, will become a touchstone for a generation, a work recited by every schoolchild in England. Over time, a tragic love story is spun, even as other secrets lie burieduntil, decades later, an ambitious biographer threatens to unearth them. Rich with Hollinghurst's signature giftshaunting sensuality, delicious wit and exquisite lyricismThe Strangers Child is a tour de force: a masterly novel about the lingering power of desire, how the heart creates its own history, and how legends are made. Critic Reviews: Brilliantly written, intricate and wide-reaching . . . An almost century-long cavalcade of changing social, sexual and cultural attitudes, exhibited in sensuously imagined scenes and scrutinized with ironic wit . . . Marvelously acute in its attention to idioms and idiosyncrasies, tone and body language, psychological and emotional nuances, the book gives intensely credible life to its swarm of characters. (Peter Kemp, The Sunday Times, London) Not only Alan Hollinghursts most ambitious novel to date, but also his funniest since The Spell . . . Hollinghurst is perhaps our most literary contemporary novelist, in the sense that his books are . . . playfully, but never merely flippantly, studded with allusions. . . . The principal theme of the workings of time and memory [is] brilliantly embodied in the books structure, with its bold narrative leaps forwardBeautifully written, ambitious in its scope and structure, confident in its execution, The Strangers Child is a masterclass in the art of the novel.(Peter Parker, The Times Literary Supplement, UK) Highly entertaining and, as always with Hollinghurst, the dialogue is immaculate and the characterization first class. . . . Every Alan Hollinghurst novel is a cause for celebration, and this spacious, elegant satire is no exception.(David Robson, Sunday Telegraph, UK) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Stranger's Child Author: Alan Hollinghurst Narrator: James Daniel Wilson Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-11 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 64 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the Man Booker Prize-winning author of The Line of Beauty: a magnificent, century-spanning saga about a love triangle that spawns a myth, and a family mystery, across generations. In the late summer of 1913, George Sawle brings his Cambridge schoolmatea handsome, aristocratic young poet named Cecil Valanceto his familys modest home outside London for the weekend. George is enthralled by Cecil, and soon his sixteen-year-old sister, Daphne, is equally besotted by him and the stories he tells about Corley Court, the country estate he is heir to. But what Cecil writes in Daphnes autograph album will change their and their families lives forever: a poem that, after Cecil is killed in the Great War and his reputation burnished, will become a touchstone for a generation, a work recited by every schoolchild in England. Over time, a tragic love story is spun, even as other secrets lie burieduntil, decades later, an ambitious biographer threatens to unearth them. Rich with Hollinghurst's signature giftshaunting sensuality, delicious wit and exquisite lyricismThe Strangers Child is a tour de force: a masterly novel about the lingering power of desire, how the heart creates its own history, and how legends are made. Critic Reviews: Brilliantly written, intricate and wide-reaching . . . An almost century-long cavalcade of changing social, sexual and cultural attitudes, exhibited in sensuously imagined scenes and scrutinized with ironic wit . . . Marvelously acute in its attention to idioms and idiosyncrasies, tone and body language, psychological and emotional nuances, the book gives intensely credible life to its swarm of characters. (Peter Kemp, The Sunday Times, London) Not only Alan Hollinghursts most ambitious novel to date, but also his funniest since The Spell . . . Hollinghurst is perhaps our most literary contemporary novelist, in the sense that his books are . . . playfully, but never merely flippantly, studded with allusions. . . . The principal theme of the workings of time and memory [is] brilliantly embodied in the books structure, with its bold narrative leaps forwardBeautifully written, ambitious in its scope and structure, confident in its execution, The Strangers Child is a masterclass in the art of the novel.(Peter Parker, The Times Literary Supplement, UK) Highly entertaining and, as always with Hollinghurst, the dialogue is immaculate and the characterization first class. . . . Every Alan Hollinghurst novel is a cause for celebration, and this spacious, elegant satire is no exception.(David Robson, Sunday Telegraph, UK) Members Reviews: I Hated For It To End What did you love best about The Stranger's Child? I loved both its characters and the way the writer explores how and what is remembered. What other book might you compare The Stranger's Child to and why? I could loosely compare it to A.S. Byatt's Possession or Tennysons' "In Memoriam" (where the story got its title from.) Like Possession, we see biographers trying to unravel the mystery of what a famous poet was really like and who he was romantically involved with. Unlike Possession, the story isn't centered on "who dun' it" (although there are some surprising twists at the end), but rather who is remembered, how they are remembered, and who is forgotten. It's very poignant to see who and what is lost. Which scene was your favorite? The ending left me with chills. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Surrender-the-Pink-Audiobook/B002V8DIV2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Surrender the Pink Author: Carrie Fisher Narrator: Carrie Fisher Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Phoenix Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 86 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The victim of a painful past and a fatherless childhood, Dinah Kaufman is searching for love that will last - or at least, a reasonable facsimile that comes with a warranty. She nearly found it in her marriage to hugely successful playwright Rudy Gendler. But when she fights to hold on to that now-extinct romance - or at least prevent Rudy from falling for someone new - Dinah finds herself in a variety of wild situations. She also discovers some hard-learned truths as she seeks to bridge the eternal chasm between men and women. Actress Carrie Fisher (the Star Wars trilogy, When Harry Met Sally) reads this follow-up to Postcards from the Edge, her stunning literary debut. Copyright ©1990 by Carrie Fisher; Copyright (P)1990 by Dove Books on Tape, Inc. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Carrie Fisher) Thu, 16 Dec 1999 23:60:27 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Surrender-the-Pink-Audiobook/B002V8DIV2 thebookvoice.com 03:07:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Surrender the Pink Author: Carrie Fisher Narrator: Carrie Fisher Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Phoenix Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 86 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The victim of a painful past and a fatherless childhood, Dinah Kaufman is searching for love that will last - or at least, a reasonable facsimile that comes with a warranty. She nearly found it in her marriage to hugely successful playwright Rudy Gendler. But when she fights to hold on to that now-extinct romance - or at least prevent Rudy from falling for someone new - Dinah finds herself in a variety of wild situations. She also discovers some hard-learned truths as she seeks to bridge the eternal chasm between men and women. Actress Carrie Fisher (the Star Wars trilogy, When Harry Met Sally) reads this follow-up to Postcards from the Edge, her stunning literary debut. Copyright ©1990 by Carrie Fisher; Copyright (P)1990 by Dove Books on Tape, Inc. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Surrender the Pink Author: Carrie Fisher Narrator: Carrie Fisher Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Phoenix Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 86 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The victim of a painful past and a fatherless childhood, Dinah Kaufman is searching for love that will last - or at least, a reasonable facsimile that comes with a warranty. She nearly found it in her marriage to hugely successful playwright Rudy Gendler. But when she fights to hold on to that now-extinct romance - or at least prevent Rudy from falling for someone new - Dinah finds herself in a variety of wild situations. She also discovers some hard-learned truths as she seeks to bridge the eternal chasm between men and women. Actress Carrie Fisher (the Star Wars trilogy, When Harry Met Sally) reads this follow-up to Postcards from the Edge, her stunning literary debut. Copyright ©1990 by Carrie Fisher; Copyright (P)1990 by Dove Books on Tape, Inc. Members Reviews: Light-hearted But Heartfelt Relationship Drama Would you consider the audio edition of Surrender the Pink to be better than the print version? Yes, the author is in perfect form (and youthful voice) for this recording; it's like spending an evening or two listening to her character Marie from "When Harry Met Sally" regale you with her Bad Relationship stories. What was one of the most memorable moments of Surrender the Pink? Definitely the scene in which Dinah can't help going over to Rudy's house after finding out he has a new girlfriend. I found myself yelling in my car: "No! DON'T DO IT!!" as she went into his yard...then onto his porch...then tried the back door...then, finding the door unlocked, WALKED INTO HIS HOUSE...only to have her worst fears realized when he and his girlfriend return home while she is still inside the house!!! Which character as performed by Carrie Fisher was your favorite? Dinah, of course, but also her best friend Connie, who sounded just like Marie from When Harry Met Sally! Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I laughed out loud many, many times! Am still laughing at Dinah's new would-be boyfriend Roy saying "I'm going to cry...I'm going to cry like Nixon!" The book also made me envious of Carrie's ability to take personal romantic tragedy (her breakup with on-again, off-again, on-again lover, husband and love of her life Paul Simon, thinly disguised here as famous playwright Rudy Gendler) and turn it into artistic triumph. Carrie, as always, inspires me to write! I found Carrie's father's relationship advice (look for safe; look for happy; stop looking for passion; look at me--I ended up alone) unexpectedly moving. Was Eddie Fisher ever really so introspective and wise? Any additional comments? Who will not like this book: Most men; people who dislike analyzing relationships; people who need mystery or suspense to keep them engaged in a book. Who will maybe LOVE this book: Carrie Fisher fans; women interested in exploring the male-female dynamic; anyone who has been disappointed in relationships and is interested in exploring the reasons why relationships fail and what makes us unwilling to let go of a lost love. [PLEASE PRESS 'YES' IF YOU FOUND THIS REVIEW EVEN REMOTELY HELPFUL!! THANK YOU!!!] Beautifully performed I am not usually one for novels, but this one was great. I have read Carrie's other books and found that the audio version of this one was so well-performed that I could listen to it over and over again. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Founders-Audiobook/B009CEYKSS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Founders Subtitle: A Novel of the Coming Collapse Author: James Wesley, Rawles Narrator: Phil Gigante Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 09-25-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 583 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Its the near future, and thanks to a perfect storm of reckless banking practices, hyperinflation, a stock market gone mad, and the negligence of our elected officials, the entire social, political, and economic infrastructure of America has collapsed. Chaos reigns in the streets, medical treatment is no longer available, and a silent coup has placed a dangerous group of men at the helm of a false government. Americas fate is in the hands of those few individuals who have the survival skills, the faith, and the forethought to return this country to the state its founding fathers intended. biacuaduc@gmail.com (James Wesley) Tue, 25 Sep 2012 10:27:28 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Founders-Audiobook/B009CEYKSS thebookvoice.com 08:51:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Founders Subtitle: A Novel of the Coming Collapse Author: James Wesley, Rawles Narrator: Phil Gigante Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 09-25-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 583 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Its the near future, and thanks to a perfect storm of reckless banking practices, hyperinflation, a stock market gone mad, and the negligence of our elected officials, the entire social, political, and economic infrastructure of America has collapsed. Chaos reigns in the streets, medical treatment is no longer available, and a silent coup has placed a dangerous group of men at the helm of a false government. Americas fate is in the hands of those few individuals who have the survival skills, the faith, and the forethought to return this country to the state its founding fathers intended. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Founders Subtitle: A Novel of the Coming Collapse Author: James Wesley, Rawles Narrator: Phil Gigante Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 09-25-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 583 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Its the near future, and thanks to a perfect storm of reckless banking practices, hyperinflation, a stock market gone mad, and the negligence of our elected officials, the entire social, political, and economic infrastructure of America has collapsed. Chaos reigns in the streets, medical treatment is no longer available, and a silent coup has placed a dangerous group of men at the helm of a false government. Americas fate is in the hands of those few individuals who have the survival skills, the faith, and the forethought to return this country to the state its founding fathers intended. Members Reviews: Buy the first two not this one I wish they would have told me that this was just a crapy version of cliff notes to the first two books. My guess is Mr. Rawles needed an addition to his bunker so he pasted and clipped his way to this novel. Really you could not have any more detail? Why would you re-hash so much from the first two? Because it was already written and easy to do. Mr. Rawles you are better then that. For the first time reader I will say buy the first two books they were OK, but then just re-read the first two and you have the third. I feel bad for his publisher he got hosed on the thrid book on the contract. Love Patriots Hate this book HORRIBLE READER What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you? First of all Patriots is one of my favorite books, and I read Rawles blog every day. Having said that...Survivors and Founders have been a real disappointment. The writing in this last book Founders was sub-par and the Narrator made it so much worse. His girl voice is laughable and I don't know how Phil Gigante has a job narrating books. By the way I lissen to about 5 books every month and have been for the last 3 years.....I know good narrators and this one sucks. As of right now I am 3/4 through the book and I will finish it because those credits will not be wasted... but yes this was a waste of a credit! I am so sorry to say this James but Really? who is your editor because they need to be fired. Ok onto the story or lack thereof.....So many wasted pages of non interesting religious topics and half hearted hollow love stories, has made the book tedious to lissen to...and to rehash old stories from other books and use precious pages of your new book is such a waste. I guess what I was expecting from the title "Founders" was that I wanted a continuation of the first book...or at-least the same story from a different perspective. The book is mainly the boring parts of Patriots rehashed. I am sorry James but I will have to pass on your next book until it is recommended to me by someone else who wants to risk wasting a credit. Aloha and Mahalo Don't waste your Credit! Any additional comments? I enjoyed the first two books, but this installment was little more then a rehash of the first two. It reminded me of the 'B' Sci-Fi and Fantasy movies from the '80's....it got to the point where directors would just cut in fight scenes from other sci-fi movies they had done in the past. I find it really irritating when an author builds up your trust on the first two books so that you will buy the third regardless if they put any effort into it or not. Mr. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Dog-Who-Danced-Audiobook/B007C787L8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dog Who Danced Author: Susan Wilson Narrator: Fred Berman, Christina Delaine Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 03-13-12 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 294 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the New York Times best-selling author of One Good Dog comes a novel about a womans cross-country journey to find her lost dog and discover herself. If theres been a theme in Justine Meades life, its loss. Her mother, her home, even her son. The one bright spot in her loss-filled life, the partner she could always count on, has always been Mack, her gray and black Sheltie - that is, until she is summoned back to her childhood home after more than 20 years away. Ed and Alice Parmalee are mourning a loss of their own. Seven years after their daughter was taken from them, theyre living separate lives together - dancing around each other, and their unspeakable heartbreak, unable to bridge the chasm left between them. Fiercely loyal, acutely perceptive and guided by a herd dogs instinct, Mack has a way of bringing out the best in his humans. Whether its a canine freestyle competition or just the ebb and flow of a familys rhythms, its as though the little Shetland sheepdog was born to bring people together. The Dog Who Danced is his story, one that will surely dance its way into your heart. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Susan Wilson) Tue, 13 Mar 2012 13:48:30 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Dog-Who-Danced-Audiobook/B007C787L8 thebookvoice.com 10:16:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dog Who Danced Author: Susan Wilson Narrator: Fred Berman, Christina Delaine Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 03-13-12 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 294 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the New York Times best-selling author of One Good Dog comes a novel about a womans cross-country journey to find her lost dog and discover herself. If theres been a theme in Justine Meades life, its loss. Her mother, her home, even her son. The one bright spot in her loss-filled life, the partner she could always count on, has always been Mack, her gray and black Sheltie - that is, until she is summoned back to her childhood home after more than 20 years away. Ed and Alice Parmalee are mourning a loss of their own. Seven years after their daughter was taken from them, theyre living separate lives together - dancing around each other, and their unspeakable heartbreak, unable to bridge the chasm left between them. Fiercely loyal, acutely perceptive and guided by a herd dogs instinct, Mack has a way of bringing out the best in his humans. Whether its a canine freestyle competition or just the ebb and flow of a familys rhythms, its as though the little Shetland sheepdog was born to bring people together. The Dog Who Danced is his story, one that will surely dance its way into your heart. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dog Who Danced Author: Susan Wilson Narrator: Fred Berman, Christina Delaine Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 03-13-12 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 294 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the New York Times best-selling author of One Good Dog comes a novel about a womans cross-country journey to find her lost dog and discover herself. If theres been a theme in Justine Meades life, its loss. Her mother, her home, even her son. The one bright spot in her loss-filled life, the partner she could always count on, has always been Mack, her gray and black Sheltie - that is, until she is summoned back to her childhood home after more than 20 years away. Ed and Alice Parmalee are mourning a loss of their own. Seven years after their daughter was taken from them, theyre living separate lives together - dancing around each other, and their unspeakable heartbreak, unable to bridge the chasm left between them. Fiercely loyal, acutely perceptive and guided by a herd dogs instinct, Mack has a way of bringing out the best in his humans. Whether its a canine freestyle competition or just the ebb and flow of a familys rhythms, its as though the little Shetland sheepdog was born to bring people together. The Dog Who Danced is his story, one that will surely dance its way into your heart. Members Reviews: New Favorite What made the experience of listening to The Dog Who Danced the most enjoyable? I've been waiting for a new Susan Wilson ...she weaves our relationships with pets into her characters flawlessly. You find yourself holding your breath waiting for the dog to work his magic. What did you like best about this story? The characters are real people with real problems Which scene was your favorite? When Mac begins his journey. If you could rename The Dog Who Danced, what would you call it? I wouldn't change a thing Any additional comments? Now I have to sit... stay until her next book! Great Road Trip Entertainment My mother and I listened to this book over the course of a weekend road trip. We're both "dog people," but I don't like overly sentimental books or blatantly manipulative tear-jerkers. This book had an interesting story that kept our interest to the very end. In fact, we listened to the last several minutes sitting in our driveway. For those of you who don't like sad endings, this one shouldn't be a problem for you. Without spoiling it for you, I can say I felt the ending made sense and was actually what my mother and I had both said would be the best solution to a difficult problem. The main characters in this book were well rounded and interesting, and even secondary characters who started out as stereotypes were mostly revealed as flawed people who had reasons for the things they did. I enjoyed this book greatly and will look for other titles by this author. A must have for my fellow canine lovers! What a fantastic story- this is the type of story and performance that I can never get enough of.... I laughed, I cried, I smiled.... I thanked the stars above for my own amazing/precious/priceless "good" dog!!! What a wonderful book. Would you consider the audio edition of The Dog Who Danced to be better than the print version? Yes What was one of the most memorable moments of The Dog Who Danced? The reunion scene. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Good-Man-Jesus-and-the-Scoundrel-Christ-Audiobook/B003I88XSW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ Author: Philip Pullman Narrator: Philip Pullman Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 05-20-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 182 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ is the remarkable new piece of fiction from best-selling and famously atheistic author Philip Pullman. By challenging the events of the gospels, Pullman puts forward his own compelling and plausible version of the life of Jesus, and in so doing, does what all great books do: makes the reader ask questions. In Pullmans own words, The story I tell comes out of the tension within the dual nature of Jesus Christ, but what I do with it is my responsibility alone. Parts of it read like a novel, parts like history, and parts like a fairy tale; I wanted it to be like that because it is, among other things, a story about how stories become stories. Written with unstinting authority, The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ is a pithy, erudite, subtle, and powerful book by a controversial and beloved author. Critic Reviews: Incendiary.... A small gem or, given its explosive story and exquisite artistry, a hand grenade made by Faberge. Pullman is a craftsman of the highest order. (Sunday Times, London) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Philip Pullman) Thu, 20 May 2010 13:58:55 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Good-Man-Jesus-and-the-Scoundrel-Christ-Audiobook/B003I88XSW thebookvoice.com 03:29:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ Author: Philip Pullman Narrator: Philip Pullman Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 05-20-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 182 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ is the remarkable new piece of fiction from best-selling and famously atheistic author Philip Pullman. By challenging the events of the gospels, Pullman puts forward his own compelling and plausible version of the life of Jesus, and in so doing, does what all great books do: makes the reader ask questions. In Pullmans own words, The story I tell comes out of the tension within the dual nature of Jesus Christ, but what I do with it is my responsibility alone. Parts of it read like a novel, parts like history, and parts like a fairy tale; I wanted it to be like that because it is, among other things, a story about how stories become stories. Written with unstinting authority, The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ is a pithy, erudite, subtle, and powerful book by a controversial and beloved author. Critic Reviews: Incendiary.... A small gem or, given its explosive story and exquisite artistry, a hand grenade made by Faberge. Pullman is a craftsman of the highest order. (Sunday Times, London) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ Author: Philip Pullman Narrator: Philip Pullman Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 05-20-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 182 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ is the remarkable new piece of fiction from best-selling and famously atheistic author Philip Pullman. By challenging the events of the gospels, Pullman puts forward his own compelling and plausible version of the life of Jesus, and in so doing, does what all great books do: makes the reader ask questions. In Pullmans own words, The story I tell comes out of the tension within the dual nature of Jesus Christ, but what I do with it is my responsibility alone. Parts of it read like a novel, parts like history, and parts like a fairy tale; I wanted it to be like that because it is, among other things, a story about how stories become stories. Written with unstinting authority, The Good Man Jesus and the Scoundrel Christ is a pithy, erudite, subtle, and powerful book by a controversial and beloved author. Critic Reviews: Incendiary.... A small gem or, given its explosive story and exquisite artistry, a hand grenade made by Faberge. Pullman is a craftsman of the highest order. (Sunday Times, London) Members Reviews: Another anti-Church tour de force This is brilliant conjectural history about the origins of the christian church. Pullman constructs 2 main characters: a brilliant scheming twin called Christ (messiah) and a truly holy twin called Jesus. This should be read by all Pullman lovers and by those who consider the christian church to incarnate both good and evil. Powerful if flawed reimagining of Jesus' story Two groups of readers should avoid this book. If you're a devout Christian who is just plain offended by any treatment of Jesus that departs from worshipful orthodoxy, the title alone has warned you not to spend your money. Equally, if you're a nonbeliever who has never read the New Testament and isn't familiar with the past century's worth of research into the historic Jesus, chances are this novel will bore you, and you'll have no clue why Pullman sometimes sticks close to the Gospels and sometimes departs radically from them. But Christians aware of the historical complexity of Christianity, and non-Christians who are nevertheless moved and fascinated by the words and story of Jesus, should enjoy grappling with Pullman's "what if" experiments in this novel. On one level, twin brothers "Jesus" and "Christ" simply stand for the familiar opposition between the "historic Jesus" and the Christ that emerged as disciples coalesced into the early church and then a great Church that ruled an empire. The title is intentionally misleading, however: the "good" Jesus is shown to have all-too-human failings (unconcern for his family, the anti-Gentile prejudice of his day), while "scoundrel" Christ develops a complexity of character that recalls Dostoevsky's tragic figures. Pullman's well-known atheism doesn't prevent him from having a deep respect for much of the career and teachings of Jesus, and his modern-English rendering of the Sermon on the Mount is especially powerful. Even the "bad guys" in the novel (roughly, speaking, organized religion and the theology of the Gospel of John) are admitted to have been essential parts of Western culture. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Ta-deuxieme-vie-commence-quand-tu-comprends-que-tu-nen-as-quune-Audiobook/B01M1NITKN Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> Titre: Ta deuxième vie commence quand tu comprends que tu n'en as qu'une Auteur: Raphaëlle Giordano Narrateur: Valérie Muzzi Format: Unabridged Durée: 5 hrs and 46 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 10-12-16 Éditeur: Audiolib Evaluation: 4 sur 5 sur 15 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Résumé de l'éditeur: - Vous souffrez probablement d'une forme de routinite aiguë. - Une quoi ? - Une routinite aiguë. C'est une affection de l'âme qui touche de plus en plus de gens dans le monde, surtout en Occident. Les symptômes sont presque toujours les mêmes : baisse de motivation, morosité chronique, perte de repères et de sens, difficulté à être heureux malgré une opulence de biens matériels, désenchantement, lassitude... - Mais... Comment vous savez tout ça ? - Je suis routinologue. - Routino-quoi ? Camille, trente-huit ans et quart, a tout, semble-t-il, pour être heureuse. Alors pourquoi a-t-elle l'impression que le bonheur lui a glissé entre les doigts ? Tout ce qu'elle veut, c'est retrouver le chemin de la joie et de l'épanouissement. Quand Claude, routinologue, lui propose un accompagnement original pour l'y aider, elle n'hésite pas longtemps : elle fonce. À travers des expériences étonnantes, créatives et riches de sens, elle va, pas à pas, transformer sa vie et repartir à la conquête de ses rêves... À classer dans ces "romans qui font du bien", un récit pédagogique qui conduit sur les chemins de la reconquête du désir et du sens de la vie... ©2015 Groupe Eyrolles (P)2016 Audiolib Revues par les critiques: La presse en parle : "Un roman tendre, drôle et divertissant qui pourra vous aider à prendre votre envol pour une nouvelle vie. À lire au plus vite car on n'en a quune !" Metronews biacuaduc@gmail.com (Raphaëlle Giordano) Wed, 12 Oct 2016 12:13:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Ta-deuxieme-vie-commence-quand-tu-comprends-que-tu-nen-as-quune-Audiobook/B01M1NITKN thebookvoice.com 05:46:00 no Écoutez gratuitement ce titre en entier sur thebookvoice.com Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> Titre: Ta deuxième vie commence quand tu comprends que tu n'en as qu'une Auteur: Raphaëlle Giordano Narrateur: Valérie Muzzi Format: Unabridged Durée: 5 hrs and 46 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 10-12-16 Éditeur: Audiolib Evaluation: 4 sur 5 sur 15 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Résumé de l'éditeur: - Vous souffrez probablement d'une forme de routinite aiguë. - Une quoi ? - Une routinite aiguë. C'est une affection de l'âme qui touche de plus en plus de gens dans le monde, surtout en Occident. Les symptômes sont presque toujours les mêmes : baisse de motivation, morosité chronique, perte de repères et de sens, difficulté à être heureux malgré une opulence de biens matériels, désenchantement, lassitude... - Mais... Comment vous savez tout ça ? - Je suis routinologue. - Routino-quoi ? Camille, trente-huit ans et quart, a tout, semble-t-il, pour être heureuse. Alors pourquoi a-t-elle l'impression que le bonheur lui a glissé entre les doigts ? Tout ce qu'elle veut, c'est retrouver le chemin de la joie et de l'épanouissement. Quand Claude, routinologue, lui propose un accompagnement original pour l'y aider, elle n'hésite pas longtemps : elle fonce. À travers des expériences étonnantes, créatives et riches de sens, elle va, pas à pas, transformer sa vie et repartir à la conquête de ses rêves... À classer dans ces "romans qui font du bien", un récit pédagogique qui conduit sur les chemins de la reconquête du désir et du sens de la vie... ©2015 Groupe Eyrolles (P)2016 Audiolib Revues par les critiques: La presse en parle : "Un roman tendre, drôle et divertissant qui pourra vous aider à prendre votre envol pour une nouvelle vie. À lire au plus vite car on n'en a quune !" Metronews Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> Titre: Ta deuxième vie commence quand tu comprends que tu n'en as qu'une Auteur: Raphaëlle Giordano Narrateur: Valérie Muzzi Format: Unabridged Durée: 5 hrs and 46 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 10-12-16 Éditeur: Audiolib Evaluation: 4 sur 5 sur 15 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Résumé de l'éditeur: - Vous souffrez probablement d'une forme de routinite aiguë. - Une quoi ? - Une routinite aiguë. C'est une affection de l'âme qui touche de plus en plus de gens dans le monde, surtout en Occident. Les symptômes sont presque toujours les mêmes : baisse de motivation, morosité chronique, perte de repères et de sens, difficulté à être heureux malgré une opulence de biens matériels, désenchantement, lassitude... - Mais... Comment vous savez tout ça ? - Je suis routinologue. - Routino-quoi ? Camille, trente-huit ans et quart, a tout, semble-t-il, pour être heureuse. Alors pourquoi a-t-elle l'impression que le bonheur lui a glissé entre les doigts ? Tout ce qu'elle veut, c'est retrouver le chemin de la joie et de l'épanouissement. Quand Claude, routinologue, lui propose un accompagnement original pour l'y aider, elle n'hésite pas longtemps : elle fonce. À travers des expériences étonnantes, créatives et riches de sens, elle va, pas à pas, transformer sa vie et repartir à la conquête de ses rêves... À classer dans ces "romans qui font du bien", un récit pédagogique qui conduit sur les chemins de la reconquête du désir et du sens de la vie... ©2015 Groupe Eyrolles (P)2016 Audiolib Revues par les critiques: La presse en parle : "Un roman tendre, drôle et divertissant qui pourra vous aider à prendre votre envol pour une nouvelle vie. À lire au plus vite car on n'en a quune !" Metronews Avis des membres: Un super livre écouté dans la journée! Les bases du developpement personnel raconté par l'histoire de Camille à qui l'on peut facilement s'identifier. Léger et profond à la fois. J'ai adoré! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Midnight-Sons-Volume-1-Audiobook/B0036KFPLA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Midnight Sons, Volume 1 Subtitle: Brides for Brothers and The Marriage Risk Author: Debbie Macomber Narrator: Dan John Miller Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 01-20-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 217 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Location: north of the Arctic Circle, Population: 150 (mostly men!) But the three O'Halloran brothers, who run a bush-plane charter service called Midnight Sons, are heading a campaign to bring women to town. Brides for Brothers Sawyer O'Halloran, the middle brother, isn't entirely in favor of this scheme. But he considers himself immune to any woman - even the lovely Abbey Sutherland. She's arriving in Alaska within days. However, there's a complication...or two. She hasn't told them she's arriving with kids! The Marriage Risk Like his brothers, Charles O'Halloran has a distrust of marriage in general - and of anyone related to Catherine Harmon Fletcher in particular. She's the woman who tried to destroy his parents' marriage. Too bad Lanni Caldwell, the only woman he's ever really fallen for, is Catherine's granddaughter. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Debbie Macomber) Wed, 20 Jan 2010 01:09:54 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Midnight-Sons-Volume-1-Audiobook/B0036KFPLA thebookvoice.com 10:02:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Midnight Sons, Volume 1 Subtitle: Brides for Brothers and The Marriage Risk Author: Debbie Macomber Narrator: Dan John Miller Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 01-20-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 217 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Location: north of the Arctic Circle, Population: 150 (mostly men!) But the three O'Halloran brothers, who run a bush-plane charter service called Midnight Sons, are heading a campaign to bring women to town. Brides for Brothers Sawyer O'Halloran, the middle brother, isn't entirely in favor of this scheme. But he considers himself immune to any woman - even the lovely Abbey Sutherland. She's arriving in Alaska within days. However, there's a complication...or two. She hasn't told them she's arriving with kids! The Marriage Risk Like his brothers, Charles O'Halloran has a distrust of marriage in general - and of anyone related to Catherine Harmon Fletcher in particular. She's the woman who tried to destroy his parents' marriage. Too bad Lanni Caldwell, the only woman he's ever really fallen for, is Catherine's granddaughter. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Midnight Sons, Volume 1 Subtitle: Brides for Brothers and The Marriage Risk Author: Debbie Macomber Narrator: Dan John Miller Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 01-20-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 217 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Location: north of the Arctic Circle, Population: 150 (mostly men!) But the three O'Halloran brothers, who run a bush-plane charter service called Midnight Sons, are heading a campaign to bring women to town. Brides for Brothers Sawyer O'Halloran, the middle brother, isn't entirely in favor of this scheme. But he considers himself immune to any woman - even the lovely Abbey Sutherland. She's arriving in Alaska within days. However, there's a complication...or two. She hasn't told them she's arriving with kids! The Marriage Risk Like his brothers, Charles O'Halloran has a distrust of marriage in general - and of anyone related to Catherine Harmon Fletcher in particular. She's the woman who tried to destroy his parents' marriage. Too bad Lanni Caldwell, the only woman he's ever really fallen for, is Catherine's granddaughter. Members Reviews: Great story content Full of heart warming, heart string pulling and historical intrigue. I loved it! Easy and Enjoyable Listen I recently read Paper Towns by John Green and read by Dan John Miller. That book was "meh" but I liked the narrator. So I looked for other books that he read/performed and found Midnight Sons, Volume 1. This book fully entertained me while on my drive back and forth to work. Somewhat predictable at times but then again we know how the story will end up. Nonetheless, I'm a sucker for romance novels and this books dishes it right up to you. Now I'm on to volume 2. "Missed the Mark for me" Ok romances but not compelling. The conflict between the characters seemed somewhat lame. The reasons for the characters who loved each other almost immediately not coming together seemed a little unrealsitic. Something not modern about the stories. Seems like a romance that might have been published thirty or forty years ago. Great book. I have read many of Debbie Macombers books and liked everyone. She tells a great story. Midnight Sons This turned out to be a great book, I was pleasantly surprised, yes it was slightly predictable, but worth it. The narrator was great. He read for the entire series and did a fantastic job, his voice was not irritating, or too male for the female parts. I listened to all three volumes and was not disappointed. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Orhans-Inheritance-Audiobook/B00UCT9LOK Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Orhan's Inheritance Author: Aline Ohanesian Narrator: Assaf Cohen Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 04-07-15 Publisher: HighBridge, a Division of Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 813 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: When Orhan's brilliant and eccentric grandfather - a man who built a dynasty out of making kilim rugs - is found dead, submerged in a vat of dye, Orhan inherits the decades-old business. But his grandfather's will raises more questions than answers. Kemal has left the family estate to a stranger, thousands of miles away, an aging woman in an Armenian retirement home in Los Angeles. Her existence and secrecy about her past only deepen the mystery of why Orhan's grandfather would have willed their home in Turkey to an unknown woman rather than to his own son or grandson. Left with only Kemal's ancient sketchbook and intent on righting this injustice, Orhan boards a plane to Los Angeles. There, over many meetings, he will not only unearth the story that 87-year-old Seda so closely guards, but discover that Seda's past now threatens to unravel his future. It's a story that, if told, has the power to undo the legacy upon which his family is built. Moving back and forth in time, between the last years of the Ottoman Empire and the 1990s, Orhan's Inheritance is a story of passionate love, unspeakable horrors, incredible resilience, and the hidden stories that haunt a family. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Aline Ohanesian) Tue, 07 Apr 2015 14:51:48 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Orhans-Inheritance-Audiobook/B00UCT9LOK thebookvoice.com 08:13:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Orhan's Inheritance Author: Aline Ohanesian Narrator: Assaf Cohen Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 04-07-15 Publisher: HighBridge, a Division of Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 813 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: When Orhan's brilliant and eccentric grandfather - a man who built a dynasty out of making kilim rugs - is found dead, submerged in a vat of dye, Orhan inherits the decades-old business. But his grandfather's will raises more questions than answers. Kemal has left the family estate to a stranger, thousands of miles away, an aging woman in an Armenian retirement home in Los Angeles. Her existence and secrecy about her past only deepen the mystery of why Orhan's grandfather would have willed their home in Turkey to an unknown woman rather than to his own son or grandson. Left with only Kemal's ancient sketchbook and intent on righting this injustice, Orhan boards a plane to Los Angeles. There, over many meetings, he will not only unearth the story that 87-year-old Seda so closely guards, but discover that Seda's past now threatens to unravel his future. It's a story that, if told, has the power to undo the legacy upon which his family is built. Moving back and forth in time, between the last years of the Ottoman Empire and the 1990s, Orhan's Inheritance is a story of passionate love, unspeakable horrors, incredible resilience, and the hidden stories that haunt a family. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Orhan's Inheritance Author: Aline Ohanesian Narrator: Assaf Cohen Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 04-07-15 Publisher: HighBridge, a Division of Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 813 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: When Orhan's brilliant and eccentric grandfather - a man who built a dynasty out of making kilim rugs - is found dead, submerged in a vat of dye, Orhan inherits the decades-old business. But his grandfather's will raises more questions than answers. Kemal has left the family estate to a stranger, thousands of miles away, an aging woman in an Armenian retirement home in Los Angeles. Her existence and secrecy about her past only deepen the mystery of why Orhan's grandfather would have willed their home in Turkey to an unknown woman rather than to his own son or grandson. Left with only Kemal's ancient sketchbook and intent on righting this injustice, Orhan boards a plane to Los Angeles. There, over many meetings, he will not only unearth the story that 87-year-old Seda so closely guards, but discover that Seda's past now threatens to unravel his future. It's a story that, if told, has the power to undo the legacy upon which his family is built. Moving back and forth in time, between the last years of the Ottoman Empire and the 1990s, Orhan's Inheritance is a story of passionate love, unspeakable horrors, incredible resilience, and the hidden stories that haunt a family. Members Reviews: Beautiful and Haunting Beautifully written story crossing decades of history and heartbreak. It begins with a curious twist in Orhan's grandfathers will which sends him on a journey revealing not only a family's history but an understanding of why we should not always try to forget the past. I have to admit to not knowing much about the Armenian involvement in the war and the atrocities they suffered. After listening to this book I can understand why so many people suffer mental trauma throughout their lives as a legacy of war - how could anyone possibly forget such horrors. Assaf Cohen's excellent narration only adds to the enjoyment of this book. This is a beautiful, haunting book that will stay with you long after you have finished it. Short and powerful This is a quick read, but packs a big message. It's multi generational, spanning the Armenian genocide to the early 1990s. It conveys a lot of themes-war, love, fathers/sons, family, and the notion of the oft mentioned 'past'. While it sometimes gets a little preachy and self righteous, it's an important book that captures a period of history that is often forgotten as part of the larger narrative of World War One. The narration was pretty good, but the cheesy Turkish accents were laughable. Lovely and sad Any additional comments? This story was so lovely and sad. For me it underlined how cruel humans can be to their neighbors and how damaging ignoring history is to a people. I'm of African-American descent and we struggle with many of the same types of issues the characters in this novel face. Our history, too, remains rewritten, ignoring or whitewashing the horrors our ancestors faced. The relationships between the characters in this novel also mirror the complicated relationships between African-Americans and other Americans. The issue of reparations remains an issue in both contexts.And the blatant disregard for the impact to the communities in the modern era is also common in both situations. I closed this book with a sense of the universality of the character's experiences. No people is without horrors and tragedies in their collective history. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Dive-from-Clausens-Pier-Audiobook/B00W3ZYBWS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dive from Clausen's Pier Author: Ann Packer Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 04-21-15 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 48 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A riveting novel about loyalty and self-knowledge and the conflict between who we want to be to others and who we must be for ourselves. Carrie Bell has lived in Wisconsin all her life. She's had the same best friend, the same good relationship with her mother, the same boyfriend - Mike, now her fiancé - for as long as anyone can remember. It's with real surprise she finds that, at age 23, her life has begun to feel suffocating. She longs for a change, an upheaval, a chance to begin again. That chance is granted to her, terribly, when Mike is injured in an accident. Now Carrie has to question everything she thought she knew about herself and the meaning of home. She must ask: How much do we owe the people we love? Is it a sign of strength or of weakness to walk away from someone in need? The Dive from Clausen's Pier reminds us how precarious our lives are and how quickly they can be divided into before and after, whether by random accident or by the forces of our own desires. It begins with a disaster that could happen out of the blue in anybody's life, and it forces us to ask how we would bear up in the face of tragedy and what we know, or think we know, about our deepest allegiances. Elegantly written and ferociously paced, emotionally nuanced and morally complex, The Dive from Clausen's Pier marks the emergence of a prodigiously gifted new novelist. Critic Reviews: "The novels it calls most to mind...are Allegra Goodman's Kaaterskill Falls and Sue Miller's The Good Mother...its most admirable trait - and surely the one that will define Packer's future work - is its moral authenticity." (Gail Caldwell, Boston Globe) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ann Packer) Tue, 21 Apr 2015 10:22:58 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Dive-from-Clausens-Pier-Audiobook/B00W3ZYBWS thebookvoice.com 16:46:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dive from Clausen's Pier Author: Ann Packer Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 04-21-15 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 48 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A riveting novel about loyalty and self-knowledge and the conflict between who we want to be to others and who we must be for ourselves. Carrie Bell has lived in Wisconsin all her life. She's had the same best friend, the same good relationship with her mother, the same boyfriend - Mike, now her fiancé - for as long as anyone can remember. It's with real surprise she finds that, at age 23, her life has begun to feel suffocating. She longs for a change, an upheaval, a chance to begin again. That chance is granted to her, terribly, when Mike is injured in an accident. Now Carrie has to question everything she thought she knew about herself and the meaning of home. She must ask: How much do we owe the people we love? Is it a sign of strength or of weakness to walk away from someone in need? The Dive from Clausen's Pier reminds us how precarious our lives are and how quickly they can be divided into before and after, whether by random accident or by the forces of our own desires. It begins with a disaster that could happen out of the blue in anybody's life, and it forces us to ask how we would bear up in the face of tragedy and what we know, or think we know, about our deepest allegiances. Elegantly written and ferociously paced, emotionally nuanced and morally complex, The Dive from Clausen's Pier marks the emergence of a prodigiously gifted new novelist. Critic Reviews: "The novels it calls most to mind...are Allegra Goodman's Kaaterskill Falls and Sue Miller's The Good Mother...its most admirable trait - and surely the one that will define Packer's future work - is its moral authenticity." (Gail Caldwell, Boston Globe) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dive from Clausen's Pier Author: Ann Packer Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 04-21-15 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 48 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A riveting novel about loyalty and self-knowledge and the conflict between who we want to be to others and who we must be for ourselves. Carrie Bell has lived in Wisconsin all her life. She's had the same best friend, the same good relationship with her mother, the same boyfriend - Mike, now her fiancé - for as long as anyone can remember. It's with real surprise she finds that, at age 23, her life has begun to feel suffocating. She longs for a change, an upheaval, a chance to begin again. That chance is granted to her, terribly, when Mike is injured in an accident. Now Carrie has to question everything she thought she knew about herself and the meaning of home. She must ask: How much do we owe the people we love? Is it a sign of strength or of weakness to walk away from someone in need? The Dive from Clausen's Pier reminds us how precarious our lives are and how quickly they can be divided into before and after, whether by random accident or by the forces of our own desires. It begins with a disaster that could happen out of the blue in anybody's life, and it forces us to ask how we would bear up in the face of tragedy and what we know, or think we know, about our deepest allegiances. Elegantly written and ferociously paced, emotionally nuanced and morally complex, The Dive from Clausen's Pier marks the emergence of a prodigiously gifted new novelist. Critic Reviews: "The novels it calls most to mind...are Allegra Goodman's Kaaterskill Falls and Sue Miller's The Good Mother...its most admirable trait - and surely the one that will define Packer's future work - is its moral authenticity." (Gail Caldwell, Boston Globe) Members Reviews: Must read! Such a great story and the way it was told definitely helped with understanding all the events that were going on. Disappointing on many levels First, I found myself disliking the main character which made the first person narration difficult to take. Second, Cassandra Campbell is one of my favorite narrators, but she took a whiny tone for the main character that was highly annoying. Finally, the story itself evolved into something so terribly disappointing that I feel like I've just wasted the past many hours listening. Narrators voice depresses me I think the story was ok, but the narrator makes every sentence sound sad. Too depressing I'm not really sure what I just listened to. This book was incredibly, I mean incredibly, slow moving. It was not captivating in the slightest. At the end I kind of feel like I just listened to a 15 hour boring story from a coworker. loved it! couldn't put it down. very realistic. a great beach read but with substance. I will read more. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Again-to-Carthage-Audiobook/B0031TLTBQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Again to Carthage Author: John L. Parker Jr. Narrator: Patrick Lawlor Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 12-24-09 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 147 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Quenton Cassidy thought he had left his athletic career far behind as he built a successful professional career in south Florida. But as several personal tragedies and the wear and tear of life began to weigh upon him, he wonders if perhaps he hasn't given up a special part of his life too soon. His return to the world of competitive running is dramatic and revelatory to both the protagonist and the listener, as is his desperate, all-out attempt to make on last Olympic team. ©2010 Brilliance Audio, Inc.; ©2010 John L. Parker Jr. biacuaduc@gmail.com (John L. Parker Jr.) Thu, 24 Dec 2009 18:60:58 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Again-to-Carthage-Audiobook/B0031TLTBQ thebookvoice.com 11:24:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Again to Carthage Author: John L. Parker Jr. Narrator: Patrick Lawlor Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 12-24-09 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 147 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Quenton Cassidy thought he had left his athletic career far behind as he built a successful professional career in south Florida. But as several personal tragedies and the wear and tear of life began to weigh upon him, he wonders if perhaps he hasn't given up a special part of his life too soon. His return to the world of competitive running is dramatic and revelatory to both the protagonist and the listener, as is his desperate, all-out attempt to make on last Olympic team. ©2010 Brilliance Audio, Inc.; ©2010 John L. Parker Jr. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Again to Carthage Author: John L. Parker Jr. Narrator: Patrick Lawlor Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 12-24-09 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 147 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Quenton Cassidy thought he had left his athletic career far behind as he built a successful professional career in south Florida. But as several personal tragedies and the wear and tear of life began to weigh upon him, he wonders if perhaps he hasn't given up a special part of his life too soon. His return to the world of competitive running is dramatic and revelatory to both the protagonist and the listener, as is his desperate, all-out attempt to make on last Olympic team. ©2010 Brilliance Audio, Inc.; ©2010 John L. Parker Jr. Members Reviews: Again to Carthage Along with Once a Runner this book Again to Carthage has insights in what makes a runner tick that only another runner will ever know. By that I`m talking about those of us who define ourselves by that name who come to life at the mention of it and never need to be asked twice to go training.There are chapters in this book that made me cry tears of joy as i tooled along one of my regular bush tracks as i heard what could have been my own words in how i described myself and what running meant to me. I felt myself becoming Quinten because i felt the same. I am an Ironman legend triathlete and a 30 time marathoner I am an undertaker of the difficult task, and the book enunciated perfectly. In the chapter of the marathon trials i felt and knew like an old friend every step, every feeling and emotion that Quinten had and Johns description of that was perfect for me. If you want a book about races splits times and results then read something else. This book is a continuation of the life and the real meaning of what a real runner feels and dreams about. In short to put in the effort he did demands a committment to running that trancends a race or a result. It is something much deeper than that. It is a book about looking into your heart and soul. I have it on my iPod and this book as well as Once a Runner are now my constant companions as day after day i take the miles of trials and trials of miles. a relevant sequel I read Once a Runner years ago when I was in High School and it was a great narrative to motivate me at the time. Now that I'm graduated from College, I liked the way Parker brings you through what it's like to have "commitment issues" with your running and get back into the sport. Sadly not even close. I loved Once a runner, listened to it 3 times. I fell a sleep more than once during Carthage, boring, boring boring. Should have quit whilst he was ahead. Don't do it! If you are thinking of purchasing this book and expect it to be about running with many motivational passages about training or racing.... don't do it! If you expect to read a story about an inspirational comeback to make you feel good.... don't do it! If you expect to be entertained with pages full of interesting characters and stories.... don't do it! If you expect to laugh, cry, applaud or anything other than yawn.... don't do it! That being said, if you can't possibly find any other book on which to completely waste a credit.... do it! Third time listening to this one. Love it. Love the story, love the characters, love the details runners will only get, love the descriptionsI'm and the dialog, love the performance. At once intelligent, articulate, scientific and witty. Classic book. I'm sure I'll visit again in a couple of years. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Sideways-Audiobook/B002UZL4XU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sideways Author: Rex Pickett Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 04-27-05 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 452 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A raucous and surprising novel filled with wonderful details about wine, Sideways is also a thought-provoking and funny book about men, women, and human relationships. Critic Reviews: "Pickett takes his readers on a jolly ride." (Publishers Weekly) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rex Pickett) Wed, 27 Apr 2005 03:56:57 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Sideways-Audiobook/B002UZL4XU thebookvoice.com 11:17:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sideways Author: Rex Pickett Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 04-27-05 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 452 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A raucous and surprising novel filled with wonderful details about wine, Sideways is also a thought-provoking and funny book about men, women, and human relationships. Critic Reviews: "Pickett takes his readers on a jolly ride." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sideways Author: Rex Pickett Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 04-27-05 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 452 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A raucous and surprising novel filled with wonderful details about wine, Sideways is also a thought-provoking and funny book about men, women, and human relationships. Critic Reviews: "Pickett takes his readers on a jolly ride." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: A brilliant comic novel about midlife crises This is a brilliant comic novel about two sadsacks who take off to the Santa Barbara County wine country. One is a failed novelist who has replaced his remorse over his divorce to his soulmate with a romance with wine. His best friend is a semi-successful TV director in Hollywood. The book is hilarious, but there's a depth of sadness that this is going to be the last time they get together in this way. The equally brilliant movie changed some things, and not always for the best -- Sandra Oh's character changes tipped it a little more toward ugliness -- but the book cuts deeper than its comedy; it's a soul-searching tragedy of lives lost in the balance. Reviewers who complain about profanity shouldn't be allowed to review this; it just isn't objective reviewing. This book, aside from being the definitive novel -- I didn't say nonfiction -- written about wine is going to go down as a classic comic story, one that will last for years to come. I saw the film several times and it cut deeper every time. But I think the book stands up to the movie and may even be better in some way because it interiorizes the main character of Miles in a way that the movie can't. There's something deeply archetypal about Jack and Miles; we both know guys like this. The women may border on fantasy at times, but they're just as flawed and just as lonely and aliented in their own lives and it's not hard to buy why they would all want to have a good time. For people who think "real" characters like this don't exist, they're living in some faith-based bubble where they want their art to represent some ludicrous fantasy of goodness. Well, it ain't like that out there, folks. This is a tremendous book from a truly gifted author. if you liked the movie, you will like the book If you liked the movie, I think you will like the book, even though the book is very different in some respects. I loved the movie and I am tempted to give the book five stars. but the book does have flaws/lapses. There's a lot more drunkeness. Some incidents are not credible and are distracting. There is lots more on specific wines, which is great. I completely disagree that the book is poorly written. There are parts that are extremely well-written. Very memorable. You may want to keep a dictionary handy. The first person voice is very much that of writer. A well read one, with a large and expressive vocabulary. Among other things, it is interesting to see where the moviemakers altered and streamlined the novel. The novel "explains" parts of the movie, for instance, some of the motivations of characters that were unclear. But the characters also clearly evolved into different people in the transition from book to movie. The relationship between Jack's wife to be and Miles' former wife is much more developed in the book. Probably unnecessarily. The character of Jack's wife to be is much more three dimensional and explains Jack's character quite a bit, in a way that makes sense. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/El-cuaderno-de-Maya-Mayas-Notebook-Audiobook/B01LZMJBLJ Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> Título: El cuaderno de Maya [Maya's Notebook] Autor: Isabel Allende Narrador: Catalina Muñoz Formato: Unabridged Duración: 13 hrs and 38 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 10-19-16 Editor: Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Calificaciones: 4.5 de 5 de 68 votos Categorías: Fiction, Contemporary Resumen del editor: Un pasado persiguiéndola. Un futuro aún por construir. Y un cuaderno para escribir toda una vida. "Soy Maya Vidal, diecinueve años, sexo femenino, soltera, sin un enamorado, por falta de oportunidades y no por quisquillosa, nacida en Berkeley, California, pasaporte estadounidense, temporalmente refugiada en una isla al sur del mundo. Me pusieron Maya porque a mi Nini le atrae la India y a mis padres no se les ocurrió otro nombre, aunque tuvieron nueve meses para pensarlo. En hindi, maya significa 'hechizo, ilusión, sueño'. Nada que ver con mi carácter. Atila me calzaría mejor, porque donde pongo el pie no sale más pasto." "Esta Maya me ha hecho sufrir más que ningún otro de mis personajes. En algunas escenas le habría dado unas cachetadas para hacerla entrar en razón, y en otras la habría envuelto en un apretado abrazo para protegerla del mundo y de su propio corazón atolondrado." Isabel Allende Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Isabel Allende) Wed, 19 Oct 2016 02:20:52 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/El-cuaderno-de-Maya-Mayas-Notebook-Audiobook/B01LZMJBLJ thebookvoice.com 13:38:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> Título: El cuaderno de Maya [Maya's Notebook] Autor: Isabel Allende Narrador: Catalina Muñoz Formato: Unabridged Duración: 13 hrs and 38 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 10-19-16 Editor: Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Calificaciones: 4.5 de 5 de 68 votos Categorías: Fiction, Contemporary Resumen del editor: Un pasado persiguiéndola. Un futuro aún por construir. Y un cuaderno para escribir toda una vida. "Soy Maya Vidal, diecinueve años, sexo femenino, soltera, sin un enamorado, por falta de oportunidades y no por quisquillosa, nacida en Berkeley, California, pasaporte estadounidense, temporalmente refugiada en una isla al sur del mundo. Me pusieron Maya porque a mi Nini le atrae la India y a mis padres no se les ocurrió otro nombre, aunque tuvieron nueve meses para pensarlo. En hindi, maya significa 'hechizo, ilusión, sueño'. Nada que ver con mi carácter. Atila me calzaría mejor, porque donde pongo el pie no sale más pasto." "Esta Maya me ha hecho sufrir más que ningún otro de mis personajes. En algunas escenas le habría dado unas cachetadas para hacerla entrar en razón, y en otras la habría envuelto en un apretado abrazo para protegerla del mundo y de su propio corazón atolondrado." Isabel Allende Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> Título: El cuaderno de Maya [Maya's Notebook] Autor: Isabel Allende Narrador: Catalina Muñoz Formato: Unabridged Duración: 13 hrs and 38 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 10-19-16 Editor: Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Calificaciones: 4.5 de 5 de 68 votos Categorías: Fiction, Contemporary Resumen del editor: Un pasado persiguiéndola. Un futuro aún por construir. Y un cuaderno para escribir toda una vida. "Soy Maya Vidal, diecinueve años, sexo femenino, soltera, sin un enamorado, por falta de oportunidades y no por quisquillosa, nacida en Berkeley, California, pasaporte estadounidense, temporalmente refugiada en una isla al sur del mundo. Me pusieron Maya porque a mi Nini le atrae la India y a mis padres no se les ocurrió otro nombre, aunque tuvieron nueve meses para pensarlo. En hindi, maya significa 'hechizo, ilusión, sueño'. Nada que ver con mi carácter. Atila me calzaría mejor, porque donde pongo el pie no sale más pasto." "Esta Maya me ha hecho sufrir más que ningún otro de mis personajes. En algunas escenas le habría dado unas cachetadas para hacerla entrar en razón, y en otras la habría envuelto en un apretado abrazo para protegerla del mundo y de su propio corazón atolondrado." Isabel Allende Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Opiniones de los miembros: Otra obra maestra Isabel Allende Como es de costumbre, una narrativa sencilla y adictiva. Una historia sencilla en la superficie pero que explora tantos sentimientos ocultos como el amor, el dolor, la adicción y como siempre el oscuro pasado de Chile. Desde mi punto de vista y para mis gustos, a este libro no le falta ni le sobra nada. Chile Disfrute mucho el libro aunque por momentos lo encontré repetitivo . Una magnífica mirada a las islas del sur de Chile, su cultura y sus contrastes. Entretenido Excelente relato, me encantó, la historia es muy entretenida. Lo recomiendo de todas maneras. A disfrutar! Chilote cuida tu papa, cuida tu papa chilote. Who was your favorite character and why? Manuel What three words best describe Catalina Muñozs voice? harmonic and sweet Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes! Any additional comments? Me encanta el estilo de Isabel Allende; como sus palabras fluyen y se dispersan en la imaginacion caotica de cualquier romantico empedernido. Gracias mil. El cuaderno de Maya Un libro maravilloso como todo lo que escribe Isabel Allende. Lo recomiendo de todo corazon. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Diary-Audiobook/B002V8NA88 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Diary Subtitle: A Novel Author: Chuck Palahniuk Narrator: Martha Plimpton Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 08-22-03 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 487 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Diary is a dark, hilarious, and poignant act of storytelling from America's favorite, most inventive nihilist. Critic Reviews: "...[the author's] last minute switching of gears...can turn a darkly ominous story into a source of heart-tugging inspiration." (The New York Times) "A creative, unusual tale...the story is fresh." (Publishers Weekly) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Chuck Palahniuk) Fri, 22 Aug 2003 04:60:59 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Diary-Audiobook/B002V8NA88 thebookvoice.com 07:47:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Diary Subtitle: A Novel Author: Chuck Palahniuk Narrator: Martha Plimpton Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 08-22-03 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 487 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Diary is a dark, hilarious, and poignant act of storytelling from America's favorite, most inventive nihilist. Critic Reviews: "...[the author's] last minute switching of gears...can turn a darkly ominous story into a source of heart-tugging inspiration." (The New York Times) "A creative, unusual tale...the story is fresh." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Diary Subtitle: A Novel Author: Chuck Palahniuk Narrator: Martha Plimpton Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 08-22-03 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 487 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Diary is a dark, hilarious, and poignant act of storytelling from America's favorite, most inventive nihilist. Critic Reviews: "...[the author's] last minute switching of gears...can turn a darkly ominous story into a source of heart-tugging inspiration." (The New York Times) "A creative, unusual tale...the story is fresh." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: The uninitiated need not apply Palahniuk has a knack for writing with a kind of obsessive feverishness that bleeds into the novels and, usually, the readers themselves. A trademark of his previous novels (most especially Choke and Survivor) are twisted, alluring central premises that start out too bizarre to wrap your head around and slowly resolve themselves into a satisfying internally consistent logic. Usually, this process leaves a few plot holes and loose ends in its wake, but what the hell, it's a good ride. Diary is more mature than Palahniuk's former novels: the thematic structure is strong, the trademark gruesomeness is more subtlely and effectively applied, even the phrase repetitions are more significantly placed, if still used a bit liberally for my taste. But the novel still falls into the trap of biting off more than it can chew, and it raises an awful lot of questions, about the protaganist's husband, the town's history, and its own internal logic, that it never gets around to answering. Palahniuk's fans are used to chalking a few up to surrealism and not letting it get to them, but anyone who hasn't read Fight Club should be prepared to have the hell bugged out of them by the niggling questions. As for the narration, it's competently done, which is saying a lot for the work: epistolary pieces by ANYONE are tough to narrate without infusing an emotion that obfuscates the significance of the words themselves, and lumping the wry sarcasm of the main character on top of that makes for a fairly difficult narration. I would have preferred less colour to it, but it doesn't get in the way. What did bother me (and may bother others who have read Palahniuk before they listen) is the pace: the author often spends pages spooling out a single twist in the plot amongst a bevy of meaningless detail, a device which works well on the page where you're free to rush through it, heart pounding, to get to the end of the segment, but which is simply torturous in audio form. What a trip! While I must admit that I liked Chuck Palahniuk's "Lullaby" more, I was really drawn into this story - especially by Martha Plimpton's wonderful narration. I simply had to know what the heck was at the root of all the chaos. When all was revealed, I was fairly satisfied. Chuck Palahniuk is clearly one of the most creative (if not twisted) minds of my generation and I look forward to his next novel with great anticipation. Great Reading of Bizarre Story Having just finished this story, I must say that this audiobook's greatest strength is it's reading by Martha Plimpton. Although I have read some reviews claiming her monotonous delivery took away from the experience, I feel that it was in line with what to expect from the main character and allowed the listener to delve deeper into her psyche. Other reviews are correct in saying that the action does not pick up until later into the story. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Hundred-Foot-Journey-Audiobook/B009E7RJ22 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Hundred-Foot Journey Subtitle: A Novel Author: Richard C. Morais Narrator: Neil Shah Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 09-21-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2202 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: That skinny Indian teenager has that mysterious something that comes along once a generation. He is one of those rare chefs who is simply born. He is an artist. And so begins the rise of Hassan Haji, the unlikely gourmand who recounts his lifes journey in this charming audiobook. Lively and brimming with the colors, flavors, and scents of the kitchen, The Hundred-Foot Journey is a succulent treat about family, nationality, and the mysteries of good taste. Born above his grandfathers modest restaurant in Mumbai, Hassan first experienced life through intoxicating whiffs of spicy fish curry, trips to the local markets, and gourmet outings with his mother. But when tragedy pushes the family out of India, they console themselves by eating their way around the world, eventually settling in Lumière, a small village in the French Alps. The boisterous Haji family takes Lumière by storm. They open an inexpensive Indian café opposite an esteemed French restaurant - that of the famous chef Madame Mallory - and infuse the sleepy town with the spices of India, transforming the lives of its eccentric villagers and infuriating their celebrated neighbor. Only after Madame Mallory wages culinary war with the immigrant family does she finally agree to mentor young Hassan, leading him to Paris, the launch of his own restaurant, and a slew of new adventures. The Hundred-Foot Journey is about how the hundred-foot distance between a new Indian kitchen and a traditional French one can represent the gulf between different cultures and desires. A testament to the inevitability of destiny, this is a fable for the ages - charming, endearing, and a joy to listen to. Richard C. Morais, author of The Hundred-Foot Journey, is a contributing editor at Barrons in New York. An American raised in Switzerland, he was stationed in London for seventeen years, where he was Forbes European bureau chief. Critic Reviews: Outstanding! A completely engaging human story heavily larded with the lushest, most high-test food porn since Zola. Easily the best novel ever set in the world of cookingand absolutely thrilling from beginning to end. I wished it went on for another three hundred pages.Anthony Bourdain,New York Timesbestsellingauthor ofKitchen Confidential A gorgeous novel, vivid and intimate, tracing a journey from kitchen to kitchen, from culture to culture, with a perfect touch.Susan Orlean,New York Timesbestsellingauthor Richard C. Morais conjures a richly woven tapestry of exotic sights, smells, and tastes that transports the reader to a world of epicurean delights. This is a charming, deeply felt novel that questions, and ultimately celebrates, the twists and turns of an authentically lived life.Elin Hilderbrand,New York Timesbestsellingauthor biacuaduc@gmail.com (Richard C. Morais) Fri, 21 Sep 2012 04:23:43 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Hundred-Foot-Journey-Audiobook/B009E7RJ22 thebookvoice.com 08:51:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Hundred-Foot Journey Subtitle: A Novel Author: Richard C. Morais Narrator: Neil Shah Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 09-21-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2202 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: That skinny Indian teenager has that mysterious something that comes along once a generation. He is one of those rare chefs who is simply born. He is an artist. And so begins the rise of Hassan Haji, the unlikely gourmand who recounts his lifes journey in this charming audiobook. Lively and brimming with the colors, flavors, and scents of the kitchen, The Hundred-Foot Journey is a succulent treat about family, nationality, and the mysteries of good taste. Born above his grandfathers modest restaurant in Mumbai, Hassan first experienced life through intoxicating whiffs of spicy fish curry, trips to the local markets, and gourmet outings with his mother. But when tragedy pushes the family out of India, they console themselves by eating their way around the world, eventually settling in Lumière, a small village in the French Alps. The boisterous Haji family takes Lumière by storm. They open an inexpensive Indian café opposite an esteemed French restaurant - that of the famous chef Madame Mallory - and infuse the sleepy town with the spices of India, transforming the lives of its eccentric villagers and infuriating their celebrated neighbor. Only after Madame Mallory wages culinary war with the immigrant family does she finally agree to mentor young Hassan, leading him to Paris, the launch of his own restaurant, and a slew of new adventures. The Hundred-Foot Journey is about how the hundred-foot distance between a new Indian kitchen and a traditional French one can represent the gulf between different cultures and desires. A testament to the inevitability of destiny, this is a fable for the ages - charming, endearing, and a joy to listen to. Richard C. Morais, author of The Hundred-Foot Journey, is a contributing editor at Barrons in New York. An American raised in Switzerland, he was stationed in London for seventeen years, where he was Forbes European bureau chief. Critic Reviews: Outstanding! A completely engaging human story heavily larded with the lushest, most high-test food porn since Zola. Easily the best novel ever set in the world of cookingand absolutely thrilling from beginning to end. I wished it went on for another three hundred pages.Anthony Bourdain,New York Timesbestsellingauthor ofKitchen Confidential A gorgeous novel, vivid and intimate, tracing a journey from kitchen to kitchen, from culture to culture, with a perfect touch.Susan Orlean,New York Timesbestsellingauthor Richard C. Morais conjures a richly woven tapestry of exotic sights, smells, and tastes that transports the reader to a world of epicurean delights. This is a charming, deeply felt novel that questions, and ultimately celebrates, the twists and turns of an authentically lived life.Elin Hilderbrand,New York Timesbestsellingauthor Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Hundred-Foot Journey Subtitle: A Novel Author: Richard C. Morais Narrator: Neil Shah Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 09-21-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2202 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: That skinny Indian teenager has that mysterious something that comes along once a generation. He is one of those rare chefs who is simply born. He is an artist. And so begins the rise of Hassan Haji, the unlikely gourmand who recounts his lifes journey in this charming audiobook. Lively and brimming with the colors, flavors, and scents of the kitchen, The Hundred-Foot Journey is a succulent treat about family, nationality, and the mysteries of good taste. Born above his grandfathers modest restaurant in Mumbai, Hassan first experienced life through intoxicating whiffs of spicy fish curry, trips to the local markets, and gourmet outings with his mother. But when tragedy pushes the family out of India, they console themselves by eating their way around the world, eventually settling in Lumière, a small village in the French Alps. The boisterous Haji family takes Lumière by storm. They open an inexpensive Indian café opposite an esteemed French restaurant - that of the famous chef Madame Mallory - and infuse the sleepy town with the spices of India, transforming the lives of its eccentric villagers and infuriating their celebrated neighbor. Only after Madame Mallory wages culinary war with the immigrant family does she finally agree to mentor young Hassan, leading him to Paris, the launch of his own restaurant, and a slew of new adventures. The Hundred-Foot Journey is about how the hundred-foot distance between a new Indian kitchen and a traditional French one can represent the gulf between different cultures and desires. A testament to the inevitability of destiny, this is a fable for the ages - charming, endearing, and a joy to listen to. Richard C. Morais, author of The Hundred-Foot Journey, is a contributing editor at Barrons in New York. An American raised in Switzerland, he was stationed in London for seventeen years, where he was Forbes European bureau chief. Critic Reviews: Outstanding! A completely engaging human story heavily larded with the lushest, most high-test food porn since Zola. Easily the best novel ever set in the world of cookingand absolutely thrilling from beginning to end. I wished it went on for another three hundred pages.Anthony Bourdain,New York Timesbestsellingauthor ofKitchen Confidential A gorgeous novel, vivid and intimate, tracing a journey from kitchen to kitchen, from culture to culture, with a perfect touch.Susan Orlean,New York Timesbestsellingauthor Richard C. Morais conjures a richly woven tapestry of exotic sights, smells, and tastes that transports the reader to a world of epicurean delights. This is a charming, deeply felt novel that questions, and ultimately celebrates, the twists and turns of an authentically lived life.Elin Hilderbrand,New York Timesbestsellingauthor Members Reviews: Great details & writing in a flawed story The writing of this book is beautiful. The style is almost poetic without being tedious. The descriptions of smells and facial expressions and room decor and cooking techniques are so specific yet so well done that it really takes you there. I can picture the table in the front of Haji's restaurant and the smells as he walks by street vendors. This story is driven by food and cooking. If you are a fan of cooking and/or the cooking channel on tv, you'll love this book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Aunt-Dimitys-Christmas-Audiobook/B00C1GKYDY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Aunt Dimity's Christmas Author: Nancy Atherton Narrator: Teri Clark Linden Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 05-02-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 49 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Lori Shepherd and her family spend Christmas in the cottage willed to her by her late Aunt Dimity, but when she discovers a stranger barely alive in the snow, she teams up with a priest and together they unveil the tragic secret that led the stranger to her door. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nancy Atherton) Thu, 02 May 2013 00:19:54 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Aunt-Dimitys-Christmas-Audiobook/B00C1GKYDY thebookvoice.com 07:56:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Aunt Dimity's Christmas Author: Nancy Atherton Narrator: Teri Clark Linden Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 05-02-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 49 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Lori Shepherd and her family spend Christmas in the cottage willed to her by her late Aunt Dimity, but when she discovers a stranger barely alive in the snow, she teams up with a priest and together they unveil the tragic secret that led the stranger to her door. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Aunt Dimity's Christmas Author: Nancy Atherton Narrator: Teri Clark Linden Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 05-02-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 49 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Lori Shepherd and her family spend Christmas in the cottage willed to her by her late Aunt Dimity, but when she discovers a stranger barely alive in the snow, she teams up with a priest and together they unveil the tragic secret that led the stranger to her door. Members Reviews: narrator sounds like a robot Would you try another book from Nancy Atherton and/or Teri Clark Linden? Yes to Atherton, no to Linden What didnt you like about Teri Clark Lindens performance? Her pace and stiff pronunciation distract from the story. It's like listening to a robot. You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? The story is entertaining, the narrator ruined it. Not this narrator I enjoy the Aunt Dimity books, but the first two I purchased from Audible.com were narrated by Christina Moore, who was excellent. This narrator, Teri Clark Linden, is highly irritating. She speaks exceedingly slowly, and often stops mid-phrase during narration for no reason that I can figure out. The only way I managed to finish listening to this book was to set the narrator speed to 1.5. I won't be buying anything else from this narrator. Cannily good writing, warm-hearted, funny and fun. Any additional comments? I love Nancy Atherton's books. Her writing is so transparently simple yet so well constructed (in the untraceable way only a good writer does) that the simplicity is sort of a disguise for actually very fine, clever writing and wit. I love the playfulness of the doings and plot moves. I love that some INTELLIGENT writers still write stories of playfulness and as if innocence is still an element in the human psyche instead of depending on the lure of horror, evil and socio-pathology to grab interest and sell books. What a relief. I love that she brings "magic" into her plots by means of a sometimes talking stuffed animal - - so ridiculous, outrageous that it's FUNNY . . . with vapors that it's maybe kinda' sorta' true considering the range and strange ways of intuition - - and of course, the redoubtable spirit of Aunt Dimity. Atherton has a delightful imagination. Grown-ups need magic and imagination too! And within the play of her stories are love AND some deeper wisdoms and insights delivered no less truly for being rendered with a light hand. Horrible performance I can't understand why this was allowed to happen. Another reviewer said it was like a robot... Exactly my thought. It was like a computer. Miserable. Why so slow and over enunciated? Read by a robot???? Live the story but audio is horrible. Would not recommend audio but do recommend reafing the book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/All-I-Am-Drews-Story-Audiobook/B071WXF3JR Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: All I Am: Drew's Story Subtitle: A This Man Novella Author: Jodi Ellen Malpas Narrator: Anthony Mark Barrow Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 06-18-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 132 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A new novella in the This Man Series! You don't need to experience the series to enjoy this story. But if you're already a Jesse Ward fan, just wait until you see the advice he gives Drew about falling in love. I thought I had control. I was so, so wrong.... I don't need a relationship. I have Hux, a decadent club where I quench whatever raw desire I choose. I take pleasure and I give it - no strings attached. So when Raya Rivers comes in asking for someone cold, emotionless, and filthy...well, no man ever takes his wicked pleasure quite the way I do. Only Raya is different. Vulnerable. And carrying some deep sorrow that gets past all my carefully constructed walls and inexplicably makes me care. Now craving controls me. Ice has given way to red-hot need. But Raya has no idea about my other life - my real life. That I'm daddy to an adorable little girl. My two worlds are about to collide with the force of a supernova. Once Raya knows the truth, will she be able to accept all I am? biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jodi Ellen Malpas) Sun, 18 Jun 2017 20:43:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/All-I-Am-Drews-Story-Audiobook/B071WXF3JR thebookvoice.com 04:03:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: All I Am: Drew's Story Subtitle: A This Man Novella Author: Jodi Ellen Malpas Narrator: Anthony Mark Barrow Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 06-18-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 132 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A new novella in the This Man Series! You don't need to experience the series to enjoy this story. But if you're already a Jesse Ward fan, just wait until you see the advice he gives Drew about falling in love. I thought I had control. I was so, so wrong.... I don't need a relationship. I have Hux, a decadent club where I quench whatever raw desire I choose. I take pleasure and I give it - no strings attached. So when Raya Rivers comes in asking for someone cold, emotionless, and filthy...well, no man ever takes his wicked pleasure quite the way I do. Only Raya is different. Vulnerable. And carrying some deep sorrow that gets past all my carefully constructed walls and inexplicably makes me care. Now craving controls me. Ice has given way to red-hot need. But Raya has no idea about my other life - my real life. That I'm daddy to an adorable little girl. My two worlds are about to collide with the force of a supernova. Once Raya knows the truth, will she be able to accept all I am? Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: All I Am: Drew's Story Subtitle: A This Man Novella Author: Jodi Ellen Malpas Narrator: Anthony Mark Barrow Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 06-18-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 132 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A new novella in the This Man Series! You don't need to experience the series to enjoy this story. But if you're already a Jesse Ward fan, just wait until you see the advice he gives Drew about falling in love. I thought I had control. I was so, so wrong.... I don't need a relationship. I have Hux, a decadent club where I quench whatever raw desire I choose. I take pleasure and I give it - no strings attached. So when Raya Rivers comes in asking for someone cold, emotionless, and filthy...well, no man ever takes his wicked pleasure quite the way I do. Only Raya is different. Vulnerable. And carrying some deep sorrow that gets past all my carefully constructed walls and inexplicably makes me care. Now craving controls me. Ice has given way to red-hot need. But Raya has no idea about my other life - my real life. That I'm daddy to an adorable little girl. My two worlds are about to collide with the force of a supernova. Once Raya knows the truth, will she be able to accept all I am? Members Reviews: A good start but way too short It's too bad that Drew's relationship didn't get even half the detail that Sam and Jessie ' s did. It could have been a whole new trilogy or at least a full length novel. There were so many important details that weren't address, for example, how Drew handled the interference and deceit of Coral. I would have liked to have be privy to the explanation Drew gave his girlfriend, about the situation. Honesty, I am rarely satisfied with any novella, they are always too short and don't allow the reader /listener to really get in to the story. -V from Kansas Truly A JEM!!! Jodi does not disappoint. I love Drew's story!!! I laughed, I cried, I hated, I swooned. This is a must read or listen. It is a stand alone and can be read even if you haven't heard or read This Man Trilogy. The narration by Anthony Mark Barrow was fantastic. I hadn't heard him before but this was a great audio book if I could have gave 10 stars I would have!!!! have Wonderful OMG i really enjoyed this book. I laughted and cried, Drew was in a bad way because of evil baby mom. A sheer delight! Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Unequivocally yes! I loved that it was a novella and that I could dive right into Drew's story. What other book might you compare All I Am: Drew's Story to and why? The obvious choice is the This Man series where we were introduced to his character. What does Anthony Mark Barrow bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? He made Georgia so irresistibly charming, gah! I don't seek out novels with children it, so it was a pleasant surprise to not be irritated by her and to instead fall for Drew and 7-year old Georgia. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I laughed quite a few times. Any additional comments? This novella was so perfect for the mood I was in. It will definitely be a future reread via audiobook again. Perfect Narration I am the first person to judge a narrator. For some reason I have a really hard time listening to male narrators. This guy's voice is pure perfection. Amazing pick for Drew. I'm a big fan of Jodi and all her books. This does not disappoint. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Berties-Guide-to-Life-and-Mothers-Audiobook/B00SU0C69K Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bertie's Guide to Life and Mothers Subtitle: A 44 Scotland Street Novel Author: Alexander McCall Smith Narrator: Robert Ian Mackenzie Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 02-17-15 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 507 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: As summer blooms in Edinburgh's gardens, and Bertie Pollock's birthday appears on the horizon, all at 44 Scotland Street is not cake and sunshine. Newlywed Angus Lordie has been booked by his bride into what he must not call the loony bin; Bruces first encounter with hot wax brings more anguish than he bargained for; and Bertie's birthday dreams of scout camp and a penknife look set to be replaced by a game of Royal Weddings and a gender-neutral doll. But fate, an amorous Bedouin, and the Dubai Tourist Authority conspire to transport Bertie's mother, Irene, to a warmer--if not a better--place, and once again on Scotland Street the triumph of human kindness over adversity gives cause for celebration. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alexander McCall Smith) Tue, 17 Feb 2015 21:22:27 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Berties-Guide-to-Life-and-Mothers-Audiobook/B00SU0C69K thebookvoice.com 09:52:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bertie's Guide to Life and Mothers Subtitle: A 44 Scotland Street Novel Author: Alexander McCall Smith Narrator: Robert Ian Mackenzie Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 02-17-15 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 507 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: As summer blooms in Edinburgh's gardens, and Bertie Pollock's birthday appears on the horizon, all at 44 Scotland Street is not cake and sunshine. Newlywed Angus Lordie has been booked by his bride into what he must not call the loony bin; Bruces first encounter with hot wax brings more anguish than he bargained for; and Bertie's birthday dreams of scout camp and a penknife look set to be replaced by a game of Royal Weddings and a gender-neutral doll. But fate, an amorous Bedouin, and the Dubai Tourist Authority conspire to transport Bertie's mother, Irene, to a warmer--if not a better--place, and once again on Scotland Street the triumph of human kindness over adversity gives cause for celebration. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bertie's Guide to Life and Mothers Subtitle: A 44 Scotland Street Novel Author: Alexander McCall Smith Narrator: Robert Ian Mackenzie Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 02-17-15 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 507 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: As summer blooms in Edinburgh's gardens, and Bertie Pollock's birthday appears on the horizon, all at 44 Scotland Street is not cake and sunshine. Newlywed Angus Lordie has been booked by his bride into what he must not call the loony bin; Bruces first encounter with hot wax brings more anguish than he bargained for; and Bertie's birthday dreams of scout camp and a penknife look set to be replaced by a game of Royal Weddings and a gender-neutral doll. But fate, an amorous Bedouin, and the Dubai Tourist Authority conspire to transport Bertie's mother, Irene, to a warmer--if not a better--place, and once again on Scotland Street the triumph of human kindness over adversity gives cause for celebration. Members Reviews: Bertie turns seven!!!! Oh the joy of visiting Edinburgh with McCall Smith as he observes the absurd, the kind, the lonely, the ridiculous and the obnoxious all appropriate adjectives for the various characters who reside at, or are former residents of, 44 Scotland Street and its environs. If you have not read this series I strongly recommend that you begin at the beginning and learn to know and, at times, love the various personalities. Bertie seems to be trapped in amber as it has taken him much longer than the average child to reach the lofty age of seven .. he has been six for years! Get out your Spode china, set a tray for tea (this will make sense as you read the book) and relax as you enter the other worldliness that exists in McCall Smith's Edinburgh be prepared for laugh out loud moments, poignant moments, and the pure bliss of Cyril getting drunk! Bertie turns (spoiler) As Dr McGregor says "even the most dull story can be fascinating". That is Alexander McCall Smith gift to us to make the ordinary extraordinary. Once again I am inspired and saddened by Angus Lordy poetry because that puts an end to another chapter at 44 Scotland St. This time the party is a birthday party for a young man who has wanted to be 7 for a long time. Due to strange and hilarious circumstances he was able to have a little boys party without Irene's interference. Elsewhere: Pat may have found love. Bruce met his match. Matt and Elspeth learns it takes a village (cottage). Even Big Lou may have found unconditional love. Every story was enjoyable. Nothing much ever happens. Not my cup of tea! I saw that readers gave this the most favorable rating of any in this series, so I thought I'd give it a shot. What a disappointment! It seemed more like a collection of character vignettes than a well-formulated novel. Each character seems to be an extreme of some type of personality-a kind of cartoonish caricature. Smith is a good writer, and there are spots of humor, but mostly they take the form of literary slapstick, which gets tiresome very fast. For me, the journey was not rewarding. I probably would not have finished had the narrator (Mackenzie) not been excellent. I won't be trying others in this series. BOOOOORRRRRIIIIINNNGGGGG!!!!! Warning: Nothing happens in this book! For those of you who love McCall Smith's Mma Ramotswe series, this series is not a guarantee. I grant that I jumped in at the end of a series. Even still, it was less eventful than a 1980s sutcom. It is very well written, and the narration was great, but it was SO boring! Now I'm really going to spoil it for you. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Celebrations-at-Thrush-Green-Audiobook/B002V0Q5GA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Celebrations at Thrush Green Author: Miss Read Narrator: Gwen Watford Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 07-28-05 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Nathaniel Patten was one of Thrush Green's most famous sons. A statue of Patten has graced the village green for years, but little is actually known of him among present day townsfolk, until an unexpected letter arrives. It turns out that the upcoming centenary of Thrush Green's own village school and of Patten's founding of his mission school in Africa coincide. What a good excuse to combine the festivities for a very special celebration indeed. And by the time of the big event, there are even more reasons for rejoicing. ©1992 Miss Read; (P)2000 Chivers Audio Books biacuaduc@gmail.com (Miss Read) Thu, 28 Jul 2005 20:35:28 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Celebrations-at-Thrush-Green-Audiobook/B002V0Q5GA thebookvoice.com 04:07:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Celebrations at Thrush Green Author: Miss Read Narrator: Gwen Watford Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 07-28-05 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Nathaniel Patten was one of Thrush Green's most famous sons. A statue of Patten has graced the village green for years, but little is actually known of him among present day townsfolk, until an unexpected letter arrives. It turns out that the upcoming centenary of Thrush Green's own village school and of Patten's founding of his mission school in Africa coincide. What a good excuse to combine the festivities for a very special celebration indeed. And by the time of the big event, there are even more reasons for rejoicing. ©1992 Miss Read; (P)2000 Chivers Audio Books Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Celebrations at Thrush Green Author: Miss Read Narrator: Gwen Watford Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 07-28-05 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Nathaniel Patten was one of Thrush Green's most famous sons. A statue of Patten has graced the village green for years, but little is actually known of him among present day townsfolk, until an unexpected letter arrives. It turns out that the upcoming centenary of Thrush Green's own village school and of Patten's founding of his mission school in Africa coincide. What a good excuse to combine the festivities for a very special celebration indeed. And by the time of the big event, there are even more reasons for rejoicing. ©1992 Miss Read; (P)2000 Chivers Audio Books Members Reviews: Bravo Miss Read Audiobooks don't get much better than the Miss Read books. Charming, pleasant stories of English village life. Delightful listening. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Actors-Anonymous-Audiobook/B00FKAFYS8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Actors Anonymous Subtitle: A Novel Author: James Franco Narrator: James Franco Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 10-15-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 147 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Nominated for a 2015 Grammy Award for Best Spoken Word Album The actors in James Franco's brilliant debut novel include a McDonald's drive-thru operator who spends his shift trying on accents; an ex-child star recalling a massive beachside bacchanal; hospital volunteers and Midwestern transplants; a vampire flick starlet who discovers a cryptic book written by a famous actor gone AWOL; and the ghost of River Phoenix. Then there's Franco himself, who prowls backstage, peering out between the linesbefore taking the stage with fascinating meditations on his art, along with nightmarish tales of excess. "Hollywood has always been a private club," he writes. "I open the gates. I say welcome. I say, Look inside." Told in a dizzying array of stylesfrom lyric essays and disarming testimonials to hilariously rambling text messages and ghostly footnotesand loosely modeled on Alcoholics Anonymous's Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, Actors Anonymous is an intense, wild ride into the dark heart of celebrity. Critic Reviews: In Actors Anonymous, Franco performs an auto-celebrity roast that is at once mordantly funny, maddening and provocative...a kind of intellectual companion piece to his role in This is the End. (USA Today) "Subversively funny and provocatively honest, is ostensibly about acting but it's really about a society where everyone's reduced to Actors Anonymous the roles they play. The novel's many narrators fight back against these roles in truly original, often hilarious, and deeply affecting ways. So should we all." (Gary Shteyngart) Compellingentertaining and insightfulgenuinely funny. (The Daily Beast) biacuaduc@gmail.com (James Franco) Tue, 15 Oct 2013 14:26:32 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Actors-Anonymous-Audiobook/B00FKAFYS8 thebookvoice.com 08:58:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Actors Anonymous Subtitle: A Novel Author: James Franco Narrator: James Franco Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 10-15-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 147 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Nominated for a 2015 Grammy Award for Best Spoken Word Album The actors in James Franco's brilliant debut novel include a McDonald's drive-thru operator who spends his shift trying on accents; an ex-child star recalling a massive beachside bacchanal; hospital volunteers and Midwestern transplants; a vampire flick starlet who discovers a cryptic book written by a famous actor gone AWOL; and the ghost of River Phoenix. Then there's Franco himself, who prowls backstage, peering out between the linesbefore taking the stage with fascinating meditations on his art, along with nightmarish tales of excess. "Hollywood has always been a private club," he writes. "I open the gates. I say welcome. I say, Look inside." Told in a dizzying array of stylesfrom lyric essays and disarming testimonials to hilariously rambling text messages and ghostly footnotesand loosely modeled on Alcoholics Anonymous's Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, Actors Anonymous is an intense, wild ride into the dark heart of celebrity. Critic Reviews: In Actors Anonymous, Franco performs an auto-celebrity roast that is at once mordantly funny, maddening and provocative...a kind of intellectual companion piece to his role in This is the End. (USA Today) "Subversively funny and provocatively honest, is ostensibly about acting but it's really about a society where everyone's reduced to Actors Anonymous the roles they play. The novel's many narrators fight back against these roles in truly original, often hilarious, and deeply affecting ways. So should we all." (Gary Shteyngart) Compellingentertaining and insightfulgenuinely funny. (The Daily Beast) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Actors Anonymous Subtitle: A Novel Author: James Franco Narrator: James Franco Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 10-15-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 147 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Nominated for a 2015 Grammy Award for Best Spoken Word Album The actors in James Franco's brilliant debut novel include a McDonald's drive-thru operator who spends his shift trying on accents; an ex-child star recalling a massive beachside bacchanal; hospital volunteers and Midwestern transplants; a vampire flick starlet who discovers a cryptic book written by a famous actor gone AWOL; and the ghost of River Phoenix. Then there's Franco himself, who prowls backstage, peering out between the linesbefore taking the stage with fascinating meditations on his art, along with nightmarish tales of excess. "Hollywood has always been a private club," he writes. "I open the gates. I say welcome. I say, Look inside." Told in a dizzying array of stylesfrom lyric essays and disarming testimonials to hilariously rambling text messages and ghostly footnotesand loosely modeled on Alcoholics Anonymous's Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, Actors Anonymous is an intense, wild ride into the dark heart of celebrity. Critic Reviews: In Actors Anonymous, Franco performs an auto-celebrity roast that is at once mordantly funny, maddening and provocative...a kind of intellectual companion piece to his role in This is the End. (USA Today) "Subversively funny and provocatively honest, is ostensibly about acting but it's really about a society where everyone's reduced to Actors Anonymous the roles they play. The novel's many narrators fight back against these roles in truly original, often hilarious, and deeply affecting ways. So should we all." (Gary Shteyngart) Compellingentertaining and insightfulgenuinely funny. (The Daily Beast) Members Reviews: Yikes!!! Would you try another book from James Franco and/or James Franco? Of course. Even Shakespeare wrote a few clangers. Has Actors Anonymous turned you off from other books in this genre? Nope. There might be a gem in there somewhere, I just haven't encountered one yet. Did James Franco do a good job differentiating all the characters? How? Were there other characters? It was all too monodull altogether. PS: In my opinion, James Franco is an excellent actor but it would take the Holy Spirit to bring this book to life. You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? I respect James Franco for trying. He's very handsome. Any additional comments? Perhaps James Franco should take his audience more into account the next time he writes a book. Junky films are one thing - they're easy to watch and wash off, but junky books are another. They're not as forgivable. I don't like discovering that I have wasted time,effort, imagination, and understanding into worthless, self-absorbed crap that ultimately takes me for a fool. No, thank you. Anonymous Where does Actors Anonymous rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? Really explores darker themes then I'm used to hearing, bold too. Who was your favorite character and why? James franco really spoke from the heart with emotion and charisma. I really respect him as an actor and a filmmaker Have you listened to any of James Francos other performances before? How does this one compare? this one was a first aside from his film Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? yes I couldn't even finish. What disappointed you about Actors Anonymous? It was boring, actually. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Someday-Home-Audiobook/B010EL24NK Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Someday Home Subtitle: A Novel Author: Lauraine Snelling Narrator: Kristin Kalbli Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-15 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 44 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A heartwarming story that celebrates how life-changing friendships can be found in all seasons of life. The sprawling lake home Lynn Lundberg built with her husband has been an epicenter of joyful family life, from summer holidays spent around the water to cookies baked in the kitchen with grandchildren in the fall. But since her husband's sudden passing two years ago, Lynn has been lost in the grief and solitude she feels without him at home. She doesn't want to sell the big family place, but she can't exist there on her own much longer. After hearing of a new way of living - where single women share responsibilities as housemates - Lynn thinks she's found the answer to her prayers. Soon she meets two ladies with whom she could begin this journey. Angela Bishop, a successful real estate agent accustomed to the finer things in life, has just been jilted by her husband of 25 years. Judith Rutherford, who has devoted her adulthood to caring for her ailing father, must leave the only home she's known now that he has passed. These three women seek a place to grieve, to laugh, and to be renewed. But coming from such differing circumstances, will the new challenges they face undo their plans? Or will they begin a friendship to see them through the years to come in this Someday Home? Editorial Reviews: "The three women are dynamic, realistic and fun; readers feel like they truly know them by the end of the book. The story is inspiring and hopeful. Snelling tells a wonderful tale...in this perfect summer read." (RT Book Reviews) Critic Reviews: "Snelling writes about the foibles of human nature with keen insight and sweet honesty." (National Church Library Association) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lauraine Snelling) Tue, 07 Jul 2015 17:08:16 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Someday-Home-Audiobook/B010EL24NK thebookvoice.com 10:36:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Someday Home Subtitle: A Novel Author: Lauraine Snelling Narrator: Kristin Kalbli Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-15 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 44 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A heartwarming story that celebrates how life-changing friendships can be found in all seasons of life. The sprawling lake home Lynn Lundberg built with her husband has been an epicenter of joyful family life, from summer holidays spent around the water to cookies baked in the kitchen with grandchildren in the fall. But since her husband's sudden passing two years ago, Lynn has been lost in the grief and solitude she feels without him at home. She doesn't want to sell the big family place, but she can't exist there on her own much longer. After hearing of a new way of living - where single women share responsibilities as housemates - Lynn thinks she's found the answer to her prayers. Soon she meets two ladies with whom she could begin this journey. Angela Bishop, a successful real estate agent accustomed to the finer things in life, has just been jilted by her husband of 25 years. Judith Rutherford, who has devoted her adulthood to caring for her ailing father, must leave the only home she's known now that he has passed. These three women seek a place to grieve, to laugh, and to be renewed. But coming from such differing circumstances, will the new challenges they face undo their plans? Or will they begin a friendship to see them through the years to come in this Someday Home? Editorial Reviews: "The three women are dynamic, realistic and fun; readers feel like they truly know them by the end of the book. The story is inspiring and hopeful. Snelling tells a wonderful tale...in this perfect summer read." (RT Book Reviews) Critic Reviews: "Snelling writes about the foibles of human nature with keen insight and sweet honesty." (National Church Library Association) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Someday Home Subtitle: A Novel Author: Lauraine Snelling Narrator: Kristin Kalbli Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-15 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 44 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A heartwarming story that celebrates how life-changing friendships can be found in all seasons of life. The sprawling lake home Lynn Lundberg built with her husband has been an epicenter of joyful family life, from summer holidays spent around the water to cookies baked in the kitchen with grandchildren in the fall. But since her husband's sudden passing two years ago, Lynn has been lost in the grief and solitude she feels without him at home. She doesn't want to sell the big family place, but she can't exist there on her own much longer. After hearing of a new way of living - where single women share responsibilities as housemates - Lynn thinks she's found the answer to her prayers. Soon she meets two ladies with whom she could begin this journey. Angela Bishop, a successful real estate agent accustomed to the finer things in life, has just been jilted by her husband of 25 years. Judith Rutherford, who has devoted her adulthood to caring for her ailing father, must leave the only home she's known now that he has passed. These three women seek a place to grieve, to laugh, and to be renewed. But coming from such differing circumstances, will the new challenges they face undo their plans? Or will they begin a friendship to see them through the years to come in this Someday Home? Editorial Reviews: "The three women are dynamic, realistic and fun; readers feel like they truly know them by the end of the book. The story is inspiring and hopeful. Snelling tells a wonderful tale...in this perfect summer read." (RT Book Reviews) Critic Reviews: "Snelling writes about the foibles of human nature with keen insight and sweet honesty." (National Church Library Association) Members Reviews: Seemed strangely short... It seemed like it was just getting started and you were finally getting to know the characters better and then it was over. Narrator was pretty good. Excellent as expected and as always Lauraine Snelling is as always a poignant writer whose books do not mirror each other just using different names and places, has put together another timely novel that addresses current issues of life through her characters. Though her characters have a deep faith and acknowledgement of God they seem to encounter struggles of faith in a very realistic manner ..... great christian book story of 3 women deciding to live together as roommates in more mature years... the backgrounds of each, and learning give and take, the importance of forgiveness...inclusion of grandkids, families...etc. narrator ok. a different type of book that made me think of what it would be like in a situation like this. Sweet Story If you could sum up Someday Home in three words, what would they be? I had just listened to a violent and disturbing mystery. This story was all good, very sweet story, had some spirituality included. It made me feel peaceful, spiritual and calm..... What about Kristin Kalblis performance did you like? I liked her soft spoken voice. If you could rename Someday Home, what would you call it? Leap of faith Lauraine does it again! Where does Someday Home rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? In the middle Who was your favorite character and why? I didn't really have a favorite. They were all well developed which is on of Ms. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Very-Valentine-Audiobook/B002V1J9JY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Very Valentine Author: Adriana Trigiani Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 02-03-09 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 395 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In this luscious, contemporary family saga, the Angelini Shoe Company, makers of exquisite wedding shoes since 1903, is one of the last family-owned businesses in Greenwich Village. The company is on the verge of financial collapse. It falls to 33-year-old Valentine Roncalli, the talented and determined apprentice to her grandmother, the master artisan Teodora Angelini, to bring the family's old-world craftsmanship into the 21st century and save the company from ruin. While juggling a budding romance with dashing chef Roman Falconi, her duty to her family, and a design challenge presented by a prestigious department store, Valentine returns to Italy with her grandmother to learn new techniques and seek one-of-a-kind materials for building a pair of glorious shoes to beat their rivals. There, in Tuscany, Naples, and on the Isle of Capri, a family secret is revealed as Valentine discovers her artistic voice and much more, turning her life and the family business upside down in ways she never expected. Very Valentine is a sumptuous treat, a journey of dreams fulfilled, a celebration of love and loss filled with Trigiani's trademark heart and humor. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Adriana Trigiani) Tue, 03 Feb 2009 12:25:14 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Very-Valentine-Audiobook/B002V1J9JY thebookvoice.com 14:44:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Very Valentine Author: Adriana Trigiani Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 02-03-09 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 395 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In this luscious, contemporary family saga, the Angelini Shoe Company, makers of exquisite wedding shoes since 1903, is one of the last family-owned businesses in Greenwich Village. The company is on the verge of financial collapse. It falls to 33-year-old Valentine Roncalli, the talented and determined apprentice to her grandmother, the master artisan Teodora Angelini, to bring the family's old-world craftsmanship into the 21st century and save the company from ruin. While juggling a budding romance with dashing chef Roman Falconi, her duty to her family, and a design challenge presented by a prestigious department store, Valentine returns to Italy with her grandmother to learn new techniques and seek one-of-a-kind materials for building a pair of glorious shoes to beat their rivals. There, in Tuscany, Naples, and on the Isle of Capri, a family secret is revealed as Valentine discovers her artistic voice and much more, turning her life and the family business upside down in ways she never expected. Very Valentine is a sumptuous treat, a journey of dreams fulfilled, a celebration of love and loss filled with Trigiani's trademark heart and humor. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Very Valentine Author: Adriana Trigiani Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 02-03-09 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 395 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In this luscious, contemporary family saga, the Angelini Shoe Company, makers of exquisite wedding shoes since 1903, is one of the last family-owned businesses in Greenwich Village. The company is on the verge of financial collapse. It falls to 33-year-old Valentine Roncalli, the talented and determined apprentice to her grandmother, the master artisan Teodora Angelini, to bring the family's old-world craftsmanship into the 21st century and save the company from ruin. While juggling a budding romance with dashing chef Roman Falconi, her duty to her family, and a design challenge presented by a prestigious department store, Valentine returns to Italy with her grandmother to learn new techniques and seek one-of-a-kind materials for building a pair of glorious shoes to beat their rivals. There, in Tuscany, Naples, and on the Isle of Capri, a family secret is revealed as Valentine discovers her artistic voice and much more, turning her life and the family business upside down in ways she never expected. Very Valentine is a sumptuous treat, a journey of dreams fulfilled, a celebration of love and loss filled with Trigiani's trademark heart and humor. Members Reviews: Where is Luca? I looked forward to the publicatin of this book and never paid any attention to the Publisher's summary. Maybe I am an old fogey, but being like Sex in the City is not an attraction to me. And maybe that is why this book was not one of the best I have read by this author. I found the main characters family relations and love pssions erratic. How can she so adore her grandmother and so hate her brother? How can she be so one sided as a lover in America where the two of them are young and building their careers and then be so relaxed in Italy with another man? My sense is the book was not a complete story because of it being part of a trilogy. Too many fillers had to added to make it "big enough" by itself, yet many critical pieces are withheld to save for the next parts. I wish Adriana narrated this book I couldn't wait to read Ms. Trigiani's latest book. I have read or listened to all of her books, and I prefer her voice to Ms. Campbell's. I found her voice monotonous and her Italian accents weak. I felt I was listening to a teenager. The story was just ok. It seemed like I had to listen for a long time for very little to happen. I hope the next two are more action packed! Too Much of a Cliche The weird thing is I liked this book when I first started reading it. The first hour or so was fine. Then it just seemed to be devolve into another retelling of "life in the typical Italian-American family". And that was too bad. The plot and characters were worth learning more about. More than their ethnic background. The only un-stereotypical thing about the book was that it wasn't about a crime family. But ... "hey, at least there aren't any mafioso in it" is hardly a ringing endorsement. I am sure there are fascinating quirks about Italian-American families, or Irish-American or African-American, but there is also a lot of commonality. And I get tired of reading books that as soon as you know the ethnic background of the family of characters you can start writing the dialog yourself. But that probably doesn't bug me nearly as much as it bugs someone actually in that ethnic group. Bella! I LOVE this author and was very excited to have something new from her. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Mayas-Notebook-Audiobook/B00BR1TTHQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Maya's Notebook Author: Isabel Allende Narrator: Maria Cabezas Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 04-23-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 307 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Neglected by her parents, 19-year-old Maya Nidal has grown up in Berkeley with her grandparents. Her grandmother Nini is a force of nature, a woman whose formidable strength helped her build a new life after emigrating from Chile in 1973. Popo, Maya's grandfather, is a gentle man whose solid, comforting presence helps calm the turbulence of Maya's adolescence. When Popo dies of cancer, Maya goes completely off the rails, turning to drugs, alcohol, and petty crime in a downward spiral that eventually bottoms out in Las Vegas. Lost in a dangerous underworld, she is caught in the crosshairs of warring forces. Her one chance for survival is Nini, who helps her escape to a remote island off the coast of Chile. Here Maya tries to make sense of the past, unravels mysterious truths about life and about her family, and embarks on her greatest adventure: The journey into her own soul. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Isabel Allende) Tue, 23 Apr 2013 07:14:43 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Mayas-Notebook-Audiobook/B00BR1TTHQ thebookvoice.com 14:40:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Maya's Notebook Author: Isabel Allende Narrator: Maria Cabezas Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 04-23-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 307 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Neglected by her parents, 19-year-old Maya Nidal has grown up in Berkeley with her grandparents. Her grandmother Nini is a force of nature, a woman whose formidable strength helped her build a new life after emigrating from Chile in 1973. Popo, Maya's grandfather, is a gentle man whose solid, comforting presence helps calm the turbulence of Maya's adolescence. When Popo dies of cancer, Maya goes completely off the rails, turning to drugs, alcohol, and petty crime in a downward spiral that eventually bottoms out in Las Vegas. Lost in a dangerous underworld, she is caught in the crosshairs of warring forces. Her one chance for survival is Nini, who helps her escape to a remote island off the coast of Chile. Here Maya tries to make sense of the past, unravels mysterious truths about life and about her family, and embarks on her greatest adventure: The journey into her own soul. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Maya's Notebook Author: Isabel Allende Narrator: Maria Cabezas Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 04-23-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 307 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Neglected by her parents, 19-year-old Maya Nidal has grown up in Berkeley with her grandparents. Her grandmother Nini is a force of nature, a woman whose formidable strength helped her build a new life after emigrating from Chile in 1973. Popo, Maya's grandfather, is a gentle man whose solid, comforting presence helps calm the turbulence of Maya's adolescence. When Popo dies of cancer, Maya goes completely off the rails, turning to drugs, alcohol, and petty crime in a downward spiral that eventually bottoms out in Las Vegas. Lost in a dangerous underworld, she is caught in the crosshairs of warring forces. Her one chance for survival is Nini, who helps her escape to a remote island off the coast of Chile. Here Maya tries to make sense of the past, unravels mysterious truths about life and about her family, and embarks on her greatest adventure: The journey into her own soul. Members Reviews: Not Allende's Usual Standard I usually love Allende's novels and was eager to listen to her latest work. It's okay, but it certainly doesn't match her usual standard. The story just isn't that interesting, and I'm surprised that she produced something so predictable and average. Maya's Notebook has received rave reviews on Amazon, and I'm left wondering what they read that I didn't. Dull and disappointing. Narrator ruins this book Would you try another book from Isabel Allende and/or Maria Cabezas? Not an audible book, but in paper, I may. Though not for a while. How could the performance have been better? To start with another narrator Any additional comments? I wanted to like this book because I wanted to read something else then thrillers and detectives. I read several books of Isabel Allende and I always enjoyed them. The narration of this book was so disgusting that I missed the whole story. The only thing I could hear after half an hour was this dreadful monotonous voice. Every sentence the same, ending in the same low pitch. The story itself seemed boring as well but I could not really tell. Don't read this is my advice. Beautiful writing, beautiful narration, good story What did you love best about Maya's Notebook? The writing is simply superb and the narrator's voice brings it alive - so lovely to listen to. The "double" story line is also very interesting - the life of a drug addict and the life of recovery in Chili. Very interesting and the weaving of the two works very nicely - it keeps it interesting and is not hard to follow. I also really enjoyed learning a bit of Chili's checkered past. Allende loved this! I have always enjoyed Allende 's books and her writing...especially when she writes about Chile. she captures the times, the flavor and the sights. Stellar Excellent narration of a fascinating tale, combining history, underworld crime, and strong family connections. I would listen again. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Agnes-and-the-Hitman-Audiobook/B002V19UK2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Agnes and the Hitman Author: Jennifer Crusie, Bob Mayer Narrator: Sandra Burr Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 07-18-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 968 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Agnes Crandall's life goes awry when a dognapper invades her kitchen one night, seriously hampering her attempts to put on a wedding that she's staked her entire net worth on. Then a hero climbs through her bedroom window. His name is Shane - no last name, just Shane - and he has his own problems: He's got a big hit scheduled, a rival trying to take him out, and an ex-mobster uncle asking him to protect some little kid named Agnes. When he finds out that Agnes isn't so little, that his uncle has forgotten to mention a missing five million bucks he might have lost in Agnes' house, and that his last hit was a miss, Shane's life isn't looking so good, either. Then a bunch of lowlifes come looking for the money, a string of hitmen show up for Agnes, and some wedding guests gather with the intent to throw more than rice. Agnes and Shane have their hands full with greed, florists, treachery, flamingos, mayhem, mothers of the bride, and - most dangerous of all - each other. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jennifer Crusie) Fri, 18 Jul 2008 05:41:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Agnes-and-the-Hitman-Audiobook/B002V19UK2 thebookvoice.com 12:09:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Agnes and the Hitman Author: Jennifer Crusie, Bob Mayer Narrator: Sandra Burr Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 07-18-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 968 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Agnes Crandall's life goes awry when a dognapper invades her kitchen one night, seriously hampering her attempts to put on a wedding that she's staked her entire net worth on. Then a hero climbs through her bedroom window. His name is Shane - no last name, just Shane - and he has his own problems: He's got a big hit scheduled, a rival trying to take him out, and an ex-mobster uncle asking him to protect some little kid named Agnes. When he finds out that Agnes isn't so little, that his uncle has forgotten to mention a missing five million bucks he might have lost in Agnes' house, and that his last hit was a miss, Shane's life isn't looking so good, either. Then a bunch of lowlifes come looking for the money, a string of hitmen show up for Agnes, and some wedding guests gather with the intent to throw more than rice. Agnes and Shane have their hands full with greed, florists, treachery, flamingos, mayhem, mothers of the bride, and - most dangerous of all - each other. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Agnes and the Hitman Author: Jennifer Crusie, Bob Mayer Narrator: Sandra Burr Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 07-18-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 968 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Agnes Crandall's life goes awry when a dognapper invades her kitchen one night, seriously hampering her attempts to put on a wedding that she's staked her entire net worth on. Then a hero climbs through her bedroom window. His name is Shane - no last name, just Shane - and he has his own problems: He's got a big hit scheduled, a rival trying to take him out, and an ex-mobster uncle asking him to protect some little kid named Agnes. When he finds out that Agnes isn't so little, that his uncle has forgotten to mention a missing five million bucks he might have lost in Agnes' house, and that his last hit was a miss, Shane's life isn't looking so good, either. Then a bunch of lowlifes come looking for the money, a string of hitmen show up for Agnes, and some wedding guests gather with the intent to throw more than rice. Agnes and Shane have their hands full with greed, florists, treachery, flamingos, mayhem, mothers of the bride, and - most dangerous of all - each other. Members Reviews: Ditzy Agnes? I've recently become a fan of Jennifer Crusie and I think the "Hitman" book is a nice addition to her list of titles. The book itself seems to be a lot of fun; the characters are a little stereotypical but it's fitting for the genre and entertaining nonetheless. My biggest problem with the book was the narrator. The Cranky Agnes character could be a lot of fun for a narrator to read and this could have been one of those books that enhances the writing with a great narration. But to me it sounded like the narrator was going for a Marilyn Monroe-esque voice for Agnes that, in my opinion, did not fit with the descriptions, dialogue or character. The other characters talked at times about their fear of Agnes when she is angry, but the little breathy Marilyn voice just didn't strike fear into my heart. I didn't hear Cranky Agnes, I heard Ditzy Agnes. I agree with other reviewers that the echo chamber effect used when characters are thinking is annoying and unnecessary, plus very difficult to hear. A good narrator is generally able to distinguish thinking from dialogue with vocal inflections and I have almost never found myself confused as to what is a thought versus dialogue in other audiobooks. It's still a good book, and it's still a fun listen, but I think it could have been a lot more with some different choices on the part of the narrator and producer. Fun Story, Irritating Narration Crusie and Mayer have written a fun action-romance book with compelling characters. Unfortunately, this audio production is annoying. While Sandra Burr does a credible job switching between characters, her vocal performance as Agnes gives the character an almost lightweight presence, which made me take her less seriously as a heroine. More irritating are the echo effects applied to the characters' interior thoughts. I usually walk while listening to audiobooks, and I found the echo was difficult to hear unless I had the volume turned way up, which then made the main body of the piece too loud to hear anything else. DNF! Really echo chamber sound effect? Any additional comments? This review is solely based on the audio production. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Wind-Up-Bird-Chronicle-Audiobook/B002V8HEKS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle Author: Haruki Murakami Narrator: Rupert Degas Format: Unabridged Length: 26 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 08-09-06 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1588 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Toru Okada is going through a difficult time. He is without a job, his cat has disappeared, and his wife is behaving strangely. Into this unbalanced world comes a variety of curious characters, a young girl sunbathing in a nearby garden; sisters who are very peculiar indeed; an old war veteran with a violent, disturbing story. Okada retreats to a deep well in a nearby house. And the story unfolds. ©2006 Haruki Murakami; (P)2006 Naxos AudioBooks biacuaduc@gmail.com (Haruki Murakami) Wed, 09 Aug 2006 10:11:05 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Wind-Up-Bird-Chronicle-Audiobook/B002V8HEKS thebookvoice.com 26:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle Author: Haruki Murakami Narrator: Rupert Degas Format: Unabridged Length: 26 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 08-09-06 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1588 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Toru Okada is going through a difficult time. He is without a job, his cat has disappeared, and his wife is behaving strangely. Into this unbalanced world comes a variety of curious characters, a young girl sunbathing in a nearby garden; sisters who are very peculiar indeed; an old war veteran with a violent, disturbing story. Okada retreats to a deep well in a nearby house. And the story unfolds. ©2006 Haruki Murakami; (P)2006 Naxos AudioBooks Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle Author: Haruki Murakami Narrator: Rupert Degas Format: Unabridged Length: 26 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 08-09-06 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1588 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Toru Okada is going through a difficult time. He is without a job, his cat has disappeared, and his wife is behaving strangely. Into this unbalanced world comes a variety of curious characters, a young girl sunbathing in a nearby garden; sisters who are very peculiar indeed; an old war veteran with a violent, disturbing story. Okada retreats to a deep well in a nearby house. And the story unfolds. ©2006 Haruki Murakami; (P)2006 Naxos AudioBooks Members Reviews: Bizarre Jumping into a dark well to think to the point of starvation, characters that resemble caricatures, seem to appear and disappear with names such as Crete and Malta, a cat that comes back with a different tail... all this makes this book odd and amazing. This is my second book by this author and I remain intrigued by his storytelling and style. My issue is only with the violence, where the author dwells on wartime atrocities, taking care to describe torture techniques a bit too graphically for my taste. The audio is effective and keep you going until the end. Wonderful Bold. Funny. Horrific. Ethereal. And Fantastic in all senses of the word. Echoes of Dostoevsky, Kafka, Beckett. There are many, many memorable characters and scenes; but Murakami creates through these only the major pieces of a larger puzzle. He appears to be drawing parallels between two kinds of relationships (a) the interactions (loving, mundane, barbaric, kind, cruel, lustful, comic, duplicitous) humans have with each other and (b) the interactions (same list, pretty much) we have in our minds with our past, present, and future selves. These relationships cross and fade into each other so smoothly that neither we nor the characters are completely sure where one ends and another begins. A really wonderful book that feels like it will provoke thought for quite awhile. Extremely worthwhile I had read this book in hard copy. I enjoyed it even more listening to this audio version. The reader is brilliant, as is the novel. Be prepared for a surreal yet vivid, intriguing experience. Fun Journey, but Lack of Resolution 3.5 stars. If you like Murakami, you will probably enjoy this. If you have not yet read a Murakami novel, I wouldn't recommend starting with this one -- it might prevent you from reading some of the most fun and engaging literature of modern times. Try Kafka on the Shore, perhaps. Although generally engaging (I really did enjoy listening to the book), there are too many subplots that aren't adequately resolved, which left me feeling somewhat unsatisfied when I finished the book. I've read elswhere that the original Japanese version was "stripped down" for the English translation as it was too long, and as a result, certain storylines being cut short. This is plausible. The narrator is excellent. very enjoyable listen I found this to be a very entertaining story. This is not the type of book I usually buy, and I'm glad that I tried it! It's a wonderful tale with several other stories within. It is well written and well read - very enjoyable. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Your-Spouse-My-Sponsor-Audiobook/B01E5TUAKG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Your Spouse, My Sponsor Author: Pebbles Starr Narrator: Mister Plug Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs Language: English Release date: 04-13-16 Publisher: Jaded Publications Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 103 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Loosely Based on True Events Kirby Caldwell never anticipated on falling in the hands of the sexy, rich and, authoritative Castle Black. Nineteen years her senior, the powerful drug lord stakes his claim the moment he lays eyes on her. Nothing will stop him from courting Kirby - not even his wife or nephew, Grip, who ironically shares a past and burning desire for his new love interest. When skeletons begin tumbling out of the closet and buried secrets are revealed, who will triumph and who will end up brokenhearted in the end? biacuaduc@gmail.com (Pebbles Starr) Wed, 13 Apr 2016 14:29:59 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Your-Spouse-My-Sponsor-Audiobook/B01E5TUAKG thebookvoice.com 00:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Your Spouse, My Sponsor Author: Pebbles Starr Narrator: Mister Plug Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs Language: English Release date: 04-13-16 Publisher: Jaded Publications Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 103 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Loosely Based on True Events Kirby Caldwell never anticipated on falling in the hands of the sexy, rich and, authoritative Castle Black. Nineteen years her senior, the powerful drug lord stakes his claim the moment he lays eyes on her. Nothing will stop him from courting Kirby - not even his wife or nephew, Grip, who ironically shares a past and burning desire for his new love interest. When skeletons begin tumbling out of the closet and buried secrets are revealed, who will triumph and who will end up brokenhearted in the end? Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Your Spouse, My Sponsor Author: Pebbles Starr Narrator: Mister Plug Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs Language: English Release date: 04-13-16 Publisher: Jaded Publications Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 103 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Loosely Based on True Events Kirby Caldwell never anticipated on falling in the hands of the sexy, rich and, authoritative Castle Black. Nineteen years her senior, the powerful drug lord stakes his claim the moment he lays eyes on her. Nothing will stop him from courting Kirby - not even his wife or nephew, Grip, who ironically shares a past and burning desire for his new love interest. When skeletons begin tumbling out of the closet and buried secrets are revealed, who will triumph and who will end up brokenhearted in the end? Members Reviews: this is thd SH*t love love love this book....this was a grat book the notation wad awesome and I would most definitely read another by yhis author. It was ok It was ok seems like it was something missing. Happy I got this on a credit. I hoped for a happy ending for grip and cerby. (shrugs) What happen too? The book was good held my interest throughout. Didn't care for the ending left to many questions unanswered. Castle This book was so good. I couldn't stop listening. I felt like I was right there. The narrator is awesome. I have a new favorite author. I loved this book.This book is worth the credit. Your Spouse, My Sponsor I enjoyed the book. It was so true to life. The storyline was definitely real. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Mathematicians-Shiva-Audiobook/B010TRELEE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mathematician's Shiva Author: Stuart Rojstaczer Narrator: Angela Brazil, Stephen R. Thorne Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 07-14-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 56 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: When the greatest female mathematician in history passes away, her son, Alexander "Sasha" Karnokovitch, just wants to mourn his mother in peace. But rumor has it the notoriously eccentric Polish émigré has solved one of the most difficult problems in all of mathematics and has spitefully taken the solution to her grave. As a ragtag group of mathematicians from around the world descends upon Rachela's shiva, determined to find the proof or solve it for themselves - even if it means prying up the floorboards for notes or desperately scrutinizing the mutterings of her African Grey parrot - Sasha must come to terms with his mother's outsized influence on his life. Spanning decades and continents, from a crowded living room in Madison, Wisconsin, to the windswept beach on the Barents Sea where a young Rachela had her first mathematical breakthrough, The Mathematician's Shiva is an unexpectedly moving and uproariously funny novel that captures humanity's drive not just to survive but to achieve the impossible. Critic Reviews: "An enjoyable debut, the book is distinguished by a fluid, lyrical style that is equally at home with serious and comic matters." (Kirkus) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stuart Rojstaczer) Tue, 14 Jul 2015 13:48:10 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Mathematicians-Shiva-Audiobook/B010TRELEE thebookvoice.com 10:38:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mathematician's Shiva Author: Stuart Rojstaczer Narrator: Angela Brazil, Stephen R. Thorne Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 07-14-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 56 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: When the greatest female mathematician in history passes away, her son, Alexander "Sasha" Karnokovitch, just wants to mourn his mother in peace. But rumor has it the notoriously eccentric Polish émigré has solved one of the most difficult problems in all of mathematics and has spitefully taken the solution to her grave. As a ragtag group of mathematicians from around the world descends upon Rachela's shiva, determined to find the proof or solve it for themselves - even if it means prying up the floorboards for notes or desperately scrutinizing the mutterings of her African Grey parrot - Sasha must come to terms with his mother's outsized influence on his life. Spanning decades and continents, from a crowded living room in Madison, Wisconsin, to the windswept beach on the Barents Sea where a young Rachela had her first mathematical breakthrough, The Mathematician's Shiva is an unexpectedly moving and uproariously funny novel that captures humanity's drive not just to survive but to achieve the impossible. Critic Reviews: "An enjoyable debut, the book is distinguished by a fluid, lyrical style that is equally at home with serious and comic matters." (Kirkus) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mathematician's Shiva Author: Stuart Rojstaczer Narrator: Angela Brazil, Stephen R. Thorne Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 07-14-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 56 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: When the greatest female mathematician in history passes away, her son, Alexander "Sasha" Karnokovitch, just wants to mourn his mother in peace. But rumor has it the notoriously eccentric Polish émigré has solved one of the most difficult problems in all of mathematics and has spitefully taken the solution to her grave. As a ragtag group of mathematicians from around the world descends upon Rachela's shiva, determined to find the proof or solve it for themselves - even if it means prying up the floorboards for notes or desperately scrutinizing the mutterings of her African Grey parrot - Sasha must come to terms with his mother's outsized influence on his life. Spanning decades and continents, from a crowded living room in Madison, Wisconsin, to the windswept beach on the Barents Sea where a young Rachela had her first mathematical breakthrough, The Mathematician's Shiva is an unexpectedly moving and uproariously funny novel that captures humanity's drive not just to survive but to achieve the impossible. Critic Reviews: "An enjoyable debut, the book is distinguished by a fluid, lyrical style that is equally at home with serious and comic matters." (Kirkus) Members Reviews: Great read I truly enjoyed this novel- humorous and engaging- it held my attention. The narrator was fantastic. Enjoyable listening despite several mispronunciations! Having been a "Mathlete" in high school, and growing up with Yiddish-speaking grandparents and parents, the book had special appeal to me. The accents were "close", however, the pronunciation of several of the Yiddish words was inaccurate, and, as a result, somewhat distracting. Overall, I enjoyed the story and the readers very much. Terrific debut. Reads as if it ought to be true. I thoroughly enjoyed this story. I imagine that it is not for everyone, and maybe one must be an academic to appreciate just how close to the truth the satire is and to appreciate the humor in these characters. The story features Rachela Karnokovitch, a great female mathematician, and her mashugana family and colleagues, as told by her son. She is of Russian-Polish, Jewish origin. A family mostly of unbelievers, she is paradoxically observant. Listeners who are not scientists might benefit from reading a little about the Navier-Stokes equations on wikipedia, not that one must understand the mathematics, but in order to place the problem in context. It is a basic equation for incompressible fluid flow and apparently can describe all observed behaviors, including turbulence, but the existence of solutions with the properties expected has never been demonstrated. Also, there really is a million dollar Millenium Prize awaiting the person or group who is able to characterize solutions to this equation. The reader, Stephen Thorne, does a good job with the characters, but I found Angela Brazil's portrayal of Rachela reading from her diary a bit off-putting, especially toward the end of the book. To me, she doesn't sound at all like the woman described. Brilliant and Original What made the experience of listening to The Mathematician's Shiva the most enjoyable? I don't usually write reviews, but this is the exception, I guess partly because, like the characters in this book, I am a Jewish mathematician whose forbears came to the US from Russia. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Bitter-Harvest-Audiobook/B002V0QZYM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bitter Harvest Subtitle: A Woman's Fury, a Mother's Sacrifice Author: Ann Rule Narrator: Mary Beth Hurt Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-08 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 76 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The fire was the climactic event of Michael and Debora's lives. Until that summer, they had it all - a happy marriage, successful medical practices, three bright and beautiful children. Then they went on a trip to Peru with their son. There, they met attractive, blonde Celeste Walker, whose husband John was also a successful doctor. But after that trip, nothing was the same again for either couple, and all the dark hidden places in Debora and Michael's marriage bubbled to the surface in a series of almost unbelievable horrors. Bitter Harvest is the chronicle of this tragedy in the heartland of America, the true story of the disintegration of a marriage and its horrifying consequences. Rule takes us deep in the psyche of a killer whose behavior was so twisted and so evil that it defies belief. Gripping, powerful, and ultimately terrifying, Bitter Harvest is a vivid recreation of an unthinkable crime - and a depiction of the unimagined depths of a darkness within the human spirit. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ann Rule) Thu, 30 Oct 2008 17:51:18 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Bitter-Harvest-Audiobook/B002V0QZYM thebookvoice.com 03:52:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bitter Harvest Subtitle: A Woman's Fury, a Mother's Sacrifice Author: Ann Rule Narrator: Mary Beth Hurt Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-08 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 76 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The fire was the climactic event of Michael and Debora's lives. Until that summer, they had it all - a happy marriage, successful medical practices, three bright and beautiful children. Then they went on a trip to Peru with their son. There, they met attractive, blonde Celeste Walker, whose husband John was also a successful doctor. But after that trip, nothing was the same again for either couple, and all the dark hidden places in Debora and Michael's marriage bubbled to the surface in a series of almost unbelievable horrors. Bitter Harvest is the chronicle of this tragedy in the heartland of America, the true story of the disintegration of a marriage and its horrifying consequences. Rule takes us deep in the psyche of a killer whose behavior was so twisted and so evil that it defies belief. Gripping, powerful, and ultimately terrifying, Bitter Harvest is a vivid recreation of an unthinkable crime - and a depiction of the unimagined depths of a darkness within the human spirit. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bitter Harvest Subtitle: A Woman's Fury, a Mother's Sacrifice Author: Ann Rule Narrator: Mary Beth Hurt Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-08 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 76 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The fire was the climactic event of Michael and Debora's lives. Until that summer, they had it all - a happy marriage, successful medical practices, three bright and beautiful children. Then they went on a trip to Peru with their son. There, they met attractive, blonde Celeste Walker, whose husband John was also a successful doctor. But after that trip, nothing was the same again for either couple, and all the dark hidden places in Debora and Michael's marriage bubbled to the surface in a series of almost unbelievable horrors. Bitter Harvest is the chronicle of this tragedy in the heartland of America, the true story of the disintegration of a marriage and its horrifying consequences. Rule takes us deep in the psyche of a killer whose behavior was so twisted and so evil that it defies belief. Gripping, powerful, and ultimately terrifying, Bitter Harvest is a vivid recreation of an unthinkable crime - and a depiction of the unimagined depths of a darkness within the human spirit. Members Reviews: Loved this book, audio equally as good! I loved reading the book about 5 years ago, could not put it down. I decided to listen to the audio and found it equally as compelling, listening to the entire book within a couple of days. Great listen! Ann Rule Rules! Ann Rule but yet once again shines in her talent as a writer! Excellent Book! Highly recommend! Abridged Any additional comments? Shoot I downloaded before I realized this is the Abridged version and now I can't return it. By the reviews I assumed it was the full version. Buyer beware. Sad The book was shared with me.. Not a book I would read or choose.. thanks Sensational! I can't even put into words how extraordinary this piece of work is! Omg the reader is fantastic! This story held u from beginning to the end and never let go. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Chances-Part-1-Audiobook/B002V01DGW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chances, Part 1 Subtitle: Gino's Story Author: Jackie Collins Narrator: Jackie Collins Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 03-06-08 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 35 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the luxury of Park Avenue to the early days of Las Vegas, the raw heat of jazz-era Harlem to the brutality of gangland Chicago, the Santangelo saga begins to unfold - a tale of secrets, betrayal, and unbridled lust that sets the stage for one of the most unforgettable heroines that Jackie Collins ever created: the incomparable Lucky Santangelo! biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jackie Collins) Thu, 06 Mar 2008 04:18:58 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Chances-Part-1-Audiobook/B002V01DGW thebookvoice.com 02:38:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chances, Part 1 Subtitle: Gino's Story Author: Jackie Collins Narrator: Jackie Collins Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 03-06-08 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 35 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the luxury of Park Avenue to the early days of Las Vegas, the raw heat of jazz-era Harlem to the brutality of gangland Chicago, the Santangelo saga begins to unfold - a tale of secrets, betrayal, and unbridled lust that sets the stage for one of the most unforgettable heroines that Jackie Collins ever created: the incomparable Lucky Santangelo! Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chances, Part 1 Subtitle: Gino's Story Author: Jackie Collins Narrator: Jackie Collins Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 03-06-08 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 35 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From the luxury of Park Avenue to the early days of Las Vegas, the raw heat of jazz-era Harlem to the brutality of gangland Chicago, the Santangelo saga begins to unfold - a tale of secrets, betrayal, and unbridled lust that sets the stage for one of the most unforgettable heroines that Jackie Collins ever created: the incomparable Lucky Santangelo! Members Reviews: Abridged version doesn't do series justice I love this whole series starting with Chances, Lucky, and Lady Boss, but the abridged is all that is offered and it SO doesn't do the books justice. Otherwise I would have rated it far higher. Please Please offer the unabridged!!!! Excellent Loved it & the narrator was very good - can't wait to hear part 2 Loved it! Loved the story line and the fact it was read by none other than Jackie Collins! On to part 2! Don't order I regret downloading this book! Way too many characters with similar name that it's hard to keep track https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Rumour-Audiobook/B01EXFC2KS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Rumour Author: Elin Hilderbrand Narrator: Laurel Lefkow Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-16 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 48 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Two couples' lives become scandalously entwined in this novel by best-selling author Elin Hilderbrand, the 'queen of the summer novel' (People). Nantucket writer Madeline King has a new novel coming out, and it's got best seller potential. But Madeline is terrified, because in her desperation to revive her career she's done something reckless: reveal the truth behind an actual affair involving her best friend, Grace. And that's not the only strain on Madeline and Grace's friendship. One fateful night the two women argue, voicing jealousies and resentments that have built for 20 years. Bereft of each other, they get caught in the snares of a mysterious and destructive stranger. The Rumour is an irresistible novel about the power of gossip to change the course of events and the desire of people to find their way back to what really matters. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Elin Hilderbrand) Fri, 15 Jul 2016 18:46:32 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Rumour-Audiobook/B01EXFC2KS thebookvoice.com 09:33:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Rumour Author: Elin Hilderbrand Narrator: Laurel Lefkow Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-16 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 48 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Two couples' lives become scandalously entwined in this novel by best-selling author Elin Hilderbrand, the 'queen of the summer novel' (People). Nantucket writer Madeline King has a new novel coming out, and it's got best seller potential. But Madeline is terrified, because in her desperation to revive her career she's done something reckless: reveal the truth behind an actual affair involving her best friend, Grace. And that's not the only strain on Madeline and Grace's friendship. One fateful night the two women argue, voicing jealousies and resentments that have built for 20 years. Bereft of each other, they get caught in the snares of a mysterious and destructive stranger. The Rumour is an irresistible novel about the power of gossip to change the course of events and the desire of people to find their way back to what really matters. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Rumour Author: Elin Hilderbrand Narrator: Laurel Lefkow Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-16 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 48 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Two couples' lives become scandalously entwined in this novel by best-selling author Elin Hilderbrand, the 'queen of the summer novel' (People). Nantucket writer Madeline King has a new novel coming out, and it's got best seller potential. But Madeline is terrified, because in her desperation to revive her career she's done something reckless: reveal the truth behind an actual affair involving her best friend, Grace. And that's not the only strain on Madeline and Grace's friendship. One fateful night the two women argue, voicing jealousies and resentments that have built for 20 years. Bereft of each other, they get caught in the snares of a mysterious and destructive stranger. The Rumour is an irresistible novel about the power of gossip to change the course of events and the desire of people to find their way back to what really matters. Members Reviews: Worst Boston accent Ive ever heard That was the worst Boston accent Ive ever hears. Gross mispronunciation of several extremely common words and names. Kanye and Laphroaig off the top of my head. Great summer beach read! This story was entertaining , light and had an air of truthfulness of how gossip spreads in a small town. I would highly recommend packing it in the beach bag for your next outing. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Promise-Girls-Audiobook/B06XGHYCR2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Promise Girls Author: Marie Bostwick Narrator: Tavia Gilbert Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 03-28-17 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 72 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Every child prodigy grows up eventually. For the Promise sisters, escaping their mother's narcissism and the notoriety that came with her best-selling book hasn't been easy. Minerva Promise claimed that her three test-tube daughters - gifted pianist Joanie, artistic Meg, and storyteller Avery - were engineered and molded to be geniuses. In adulthood, their modest lives fall far short of her grand ambitions. But now, 20 years after the book's release, she hopes to redeem herself by taking part in a new documentary. Meg, who hasn't picked up a paintbrush in years, adamantly refuses to participate, until a car accident leaves her with crushing medical bills. While she recuperates in Seattle, the three sisters reluctantly meet with filmmaker Hal Seeger, another former prodigy. Like them, he's familiar with the weight of failed potential. But as he digs deeper, he uncovers secrets they've hidden from each other and a revelation that will challenge their beliefs, even as it spurs them to forge their own extraordinary lives at last. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marie Bostwick) Tue, 28 Mar 2017 13:30:48 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Promise-Girls-Audiobook/B06XGHYCR2 thebookvoice.com 10:59:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Promise Girls Author: Marie Bostwick Narrator: Tavia Gilbert Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 03-28-17 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 72 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Every child prodigy grows up eventually. For the Promise sisters, escaping their mother's narcissism and the notoriety that came with her best-selling book hasn't been easy. Minerva Promise claimed that her three test-tube daughters - gifted pianist Joanie, artistic Meg, and storyteller Avery - were engineered and molded to be geniuses. In adulthood, their modest lives fall far short of her grand ambitions. But now, 20 years after the book's release, she hopes to redeem herself by taking part in a new documentary. Meg, who hasn't picked up a paintbrush in years, adamantly refuses to participate, until a car accident leaves her with crushing medical bills. While she recuperates in Seattle, the three sisters reluctantly meet with filmmaker Hal Seeger, another former prodigy. Like them, he's familiar with the weight of failed potential. But as he digs deeper, he uncovers secrets they've hidden from each other and a revelation that will challenge their beliefs, even as it spurs them to forge their own extraordinary lives at last. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Promise Girls Author: Marie Bostwick Narrator: Tavia Gilbert Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 03-28-17 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 72 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Every child prodigy grows up eventually. For the Promise sisters, escaping their mother's narcissism and the notoriety that came with her best-selling book hasn't been easy. Minerva Promise claimed that her three test-tube daughters - gifted pianist Joanie, artistic Meg, and storyteller Avery - were engineered and molded to be geniuses. In adulthood, their modest lives fall far short of her grand ambitions. But now, 20 years after the book's release, she hopes to redeem herself by taking part in a new documentary. Meg, who hasn't picked up a paintbrush in years, adamantly refuses to participate, until a car accident leaves her with crushing medical bills. While she recuperates in Seattle, the three sisters reluctantly meet with filmmaker Hal Seeger, another former prodigy. Like them, he's familiar with the weight of failed potential. But as he digs deeper, he uncovers secrets they've hidden from each other and a revelation that will challenge their beliefs, even as it spurs them to forge their own extraordinary lives at last. Members Reviews: The story grabbed my attention The story really grabbed my attention right away. I enjoyed the narration very much. A few twists I didn't expect, and a couple that I didn't really like (but that's my prerogative). Overall an interesting story. Unfortunately something about the ending seemed flat. But I'm still glad I listened to it. painful this story was very boring. It was tough to listen to completion. I found the entire experience painful. I'm not even sure why I finished the book. It was not worth it Boring This book is so boring with so many unnecessary, inapplicable parts. The narrator sort of sings and talks at the same time. I was very relieved when it finally ended. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Christmas-Box-Audiobook/B002V1CNTC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Christmas Box Author: Richard Paul Evans Narrator: Richard Thomas Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-00 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 188 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The Christmas Box is the touching story of a widow and the young family who moves in with her. Together they discover the first gift of Christmas and learn what Christmas is really about. This book is also available in Spanish as El Regalo de Navidad. ©1995 Richard Paul Evans; (P)1995 Simon & Schuster Inc., All Rights Reserved, AUDIOWORKS is an Imprint of Simon & Schuster Audio Division, Simon & Schuster Inc. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Richard Paul Evans) Tue, 14 Nov 2000 02:49:36 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Christmas-Box-Audiobook/B002V1CNTC thebookvoice.com 01:30:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Christmas Box Author: Richard Paul Evans Narrator: Richard Thomas Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-00 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 188 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The Christmas Box is the touching story of a widow and the young family who moves in with her. Together they discover the first gift of Christmas and learn what Christmas is really about. This book is also available in Spanish as El Regalo de Navidad. ©1995 Richard Paul Evans; (P)1995 Simon & Schuster Inc., All Rights Reserved, AUDIOWORKS is an Imprint of Simon & Schuster Audio Division, Simon & Schuster Inc. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Christmas Box Author: Richard Paul Evans Narrator: Richard Thomas Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-00 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 188 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The Christmas Box is the touching story of a widow and the young family who moves in with her. Together they discover the first gift of Christmas and learn what Christmas is really about. This book is also available in Spanish as El Regalo de Navidad. ©1995 Richard Paul Evans; (P)1995 Simon & Schuster Inc., All Rights Reserved, AUDIOWORKS is an Imprint of Simon & Schuster Audio Division, Simon & Schuster Inc. Members Reviews: A Gift As I sat and processed AP checks, I just couldn't stop listening. It is a short read, but what a GIFT. Certainly makes one think twice about what we take for granted every day. True meaning of Christmas What did you like best about The Christmas Box? What did you like least? Best - The ending and how the theme of the book really all came together. The least - The narration was very boring and not captivating. Would you be willing to try another book from Richard Paul Evans? Why or why not? Absolutely, I have loved all of his books prior to this one, so I'll just chalk this one up to bad narration. Was The Christmas Box worth the listening time? Not really Great Listen I have really enjoyed listening to Richard Paul Evans books. This Book really lets you know what Christmas is all about. I think so often times we get caught up in the gift giving and forget the real spirit of christmas. The first Christmas Gift Do you know what the first Christmas Gift was? If not, this story will help you to remember; it's a great tale to help you focus on the important things in life!! everyone should read this story at least once a year :) A Mothers Love Listening to Richard Thomas narrate was a very relaxing story time. I so enjoyed the movie version that I could see all the actors as it is read. Recommend a yearly Christmas read. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Return-of-a-Gangsters-Girl-Audiobook/B0774WQDFM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Return of a Gangsters Girl Author: Chunichi Narrator: iiKane Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-17 Publisher: Buck 50 Productions Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Brokenhearted, scorned Ceazia is back home in Virginia and up to her old ways. With her road dawg, Diamond, by her side, she's unstoppable, until the attention she's used to falls on her friend and envy rears its ugly head. When she pulls Shawn, Diamond gets the luxuries Ceazia's used to and now lacking, which sets things off. Now eager to get a man that outshines Shawn, Ceazia meets Judah. Catching wind that Shawn is indebted to Judah, Ceazia devises the perfect plan to knock Shawn off his pedestal and end Diamond's fantasies. Trust no one without knowing their agenda, or be ready to find out whose game is tighter. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Chunichi) Tue, 14 Nov 2017 18:43:25 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Return-of-a-Gangsters-Girl-Audiobook/B0774WQDFM thebookvoice.com 05:27:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Return of a Gangsters Girl Author: Chunichi Narrator: iiKane Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-17 Publisher: Buck 50 Productions Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Brokenhearted, scorned Ceazia is back home in Virginia and up to her old ways. With her road dawg, Diamond, by her side, she's unstoppable, until the attention she's used to falls on her friend and envy rears its ugly head. When she pulls Shawn, Diamond gets the luxuries Ceazia's used to and now lacking, which sets things off. Now eager to get a man that outshines Shawn, Ceazia meets Judah. Catching wind that Shawn is indebted to Judah, Ceazia devises the perfect plan to knock Shawn off his pedestal and end Diamond's fantasies. Trust no one without knowing their agenda, or be ready to find out whose game is tighter. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Return of a Gangsters Girl Author: Chunichi Narrator: iiKane Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-17 Publisher: Buck 50 Productions Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Brokenhearted, scorned Ceazia is back home in Virginia and up to her old ways. With her road dawg, Diamond, by her side, she's unstoppable, until the attention she's used to falls on her friend and envy rears its ugly head. When she pulls Shawn, Diamond gets the luxuries Ceazia's used to and now lacking, which sets things off. Now eager to get a man that outshines Shawn, Ceazia meets Judah. Catching wind that Shawn is indebted to Judah, Ceazia devises the perfect plan to knock Shawn off his pedestal and end Diamond's fantasies. Trust no one without knowing their agenda, or be ready to find out whose game is tighter. Members Reviews: Ceaza Well the book overall was ok. I enjoyed the first book, the second was okay, but this one was okay also. I actually thought the ending was going to happen exactly like it did. If you like book one and two then you will probably like this one also. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Secret-Daughter-Audiobook/B004USQBFG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Secret Daughter Author: Shilpi Somaya Gowda Narrator: Soneela Nankani Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 04-04-11 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 627 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Debut novelist Shilpi Somaya Gowda pens this compelling tale about two families, worlds apart, linked by one Indian child. After giving birth to a girl for a second time, impoverished Kavita must give her up to an orphanage. The baby, named Asha, is adopted by an American doctor and raised in California. But once grown, Asha decides to return to India. Critic Reviews: Gowda writes with compassion and uncanny perception while portraying the vibrant traditions, sights, and sounds of modern India. ( Booklist) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Shilpi Somaya Gowda) Mon, 04 Apr 2011 03:58:53 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Secret-Daughter-Audiobook/B004USQBFG thebookvoice.com 11:24:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Secret Daughter Author: Shilpi Somaya Gowda Narrator: Soneela Nankani Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 04-04-11 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 627 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Debut novelist Shilpi Somaya Gowda pens this compelling tale about two families, worlds apart, linked by one Indian child. After giving birth to a girl for a second time, impoverished Kavita must give her up to an orphanage. The baby, named Asha, is adopted by an American doctor and raised in California. But once grown, Asha decides to return to India. Critic Reviews: Gowda writes with compassion and uncanny perception while portraying the vibrant traditions, sights, and sounds of modern India. ( Booklist) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Secret Daughter Author: Shilpi Somaya Gowda Narrator: Soneela Nankani Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 04-04-11 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 627 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Debut novelist Shilpi Somaya Gowda pens this compelling tale about two families, worlds apart, linked by one Indian child. After giving birth to a girl for a second time, impoverished Kavita must give her up to an orphanage. The baby, named Asha, is adopted by an American doctor and raised in California. But once grown, Asha decides to return to India. Critic Reviews: Gowda writes with compassion and uncanny perception while portraying the vibrant traditions, sights, and sounds of modern India. ( Booklist) Members Reviews: A Must Read A engaging and fascinating story of one American family, their adopted daughter from India, her paternal Indian family, and their eventual acceptance of one another and treasured peaceful coexistence. I highly recommend this book. Just OK Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? The book was entertaining, but not something I would recommend to an avid reader. It was just OK. If youve listened to books by Shilpi Somaya Gowda before, how does this one compare? Shilpi is a good reader and her Indian accents added to the story. Any additional comments? I would have liked for the characters to have been developed a little better. I felt like the story was being A Story of Many Truths One of the most interesting and enjoyable books I have read or listened to this year including Cuttting for Stone. The author brought hope and happiness to me, I could relate to each character. The narrator was perfect. Good listen, well read For a first try, a good book. A bit slow at first, however, halfway through, it got better. The narrator was very good and made the story authentic. If you enjoyed this book, I HIGHLY recommend A fine Balance by Rohinton Mistry. Motherhood and family are deeper than blood Where does Secret Daughter rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? This is a captivating book which makes you wish the drive to work was longer. Have you listened to any of Soneela Nankanis other performances before? How does this one compare? This is the first book I have listened to read by Soneela Nankani. Her inflection and intonation, combined with the vernacular of the book allowed the listener to envision the scene and gain insight to the characters personality. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? Nothing is as simple as it first seems, especially in India, especially when it involves family. Any additional comments? This book made me think of my relationship with my own mother who is deceased. I appreciate her all that much more. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Cowgirls-Dont-Cry-Audiobook/B00NUAE3BE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cowgirls Dont Cry Subtitle: Rough Riders, Book 10 Author: Lorelei James Narrator: Rebecca Estrella Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 09-24-14 Publisher: Insatiable Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 184 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Good girls can play rough too Jessie McKay has accepted her marriage to Luke McKay wasnt perfect. After two years of widowhood, shes ready to kick up her bootheels - until Lukes younger brother shows up to spoil her fun. But if Brandt thinks shell ever take orders from another McKay male, hes got manure for brains. Brandt McKay has avoided his sweet, sexy sister-in-law ever since the night he confessed his feelings for her werent the brotherly type. Unexpectedly faced with proof of Lukes infidelity, Brandt is forced to ask for Jessies help in taking care of Lukes young son. Jessie agrees on one condition - she wants Brandts boots exclusively under her bed for the duration. The sexual heat thats always simmered between them ignites. Brandt is determined to make the temporary situation permanent, proving to Jessie hes a one-woman man. And Jessie is shaken by feelings shes sworn never to have again for any manespecially not a McKay. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lorelei James) Wed, 24 Sep 2014 01:53:57 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Cowgirls-Dont-Cry-Audiobook/B00NUAE3BE thebookvoice.com 11:17:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cowgirls Dont Cry Subtitle: Rough Riders, Book 10 Author: Lorelei James Narrator: Rebecca Estrella Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 09-24-14 Publisher: Insatiable Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 184 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Good girls can play rough too Jessie McKay has accepted her marriage to Luke McKay wasnt perfect. After two years of widowhood, shes ready to kick up her bootheels - until Lukes younger brother shows up to spoil her fun. But if Brandt thinks shell ever take orders from another McKay male, hes got manure for brains. Brandt McKay has avoided his sweet, sexy sister-in-law ever since the night he confessed his feelings for her werent the brotherly type. Unexpectedly faced with proof of Lukes infidelity, Brandt is forced to ask for Jessies help in taking care of Lukes young son. Jessie agrees on one condition - she wants Brandts boots exclusively under her bed for the duration. The sexual heat thats always simmered between them ignites. Brandt is determined to make the temporary situation permanent, proving to Jessie hes a one-woman man. And Jessie is shaken by feelings shes sworn never to have again for any manespecially not a McKay. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cowgirls Dont Cry Subtitle: Rough Riders, Book 10 Author: Lorelei James Narrator: Rebecca Estrella Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 09-24-14 Publisher: Insatiable Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 184 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Good girls can play rough too Jessie McKay has accepted her marriage to Luke McKay wasnt perfect. After two years of widowhood, shes ready to kick up her bootheels - until Lukes younger brother shows up to spoil her fun. But if Brandt thinks shell ever take orders from another McKay male, hes got manure for brains. Brandt McKay has avoided his sweet, sexy sister-in-law ever since the night he confessed his feelings for her werent the brotherly type. Unexpectedly faced with proof of Lukes infidelity, Brandt is forced to ask for Jessies help in taking care of Lukes young son. Jessie agrees on one condition - she wants Brandts boots exclusively under her bed for the duration. The sexual heat thats always simmered between them ignites. Brandt is determined to make the temporary situation permanent, proving to Jessie hes a one-woman man. And Jessie is shaken by feelings shes sworn never to have again for any manespecially not a McKay. Members Reviews: Great Series!! Each book gets better and better!!! The stories are never the same but revolve around the same family. And the love scenes are always HOT!!!!!Rebecca Estrella did an excellent job!!! One of the best in the series Love the series, and the McKay families! This one has a strong plot and much more character interaction than some of the others! THIS ONES A TEAR JERKER! Break out your Kleenex for this one, it's got all the makings of an ugly cry before you make it halfway through the story. I can't get enough of this series; there's love, lust, betrayal, secrets, lies and bitter blood to name of few of the dirty details of the McKay crew. Don't listen out of order if you can help it. The tension just keeps building with this family, and I'm totally addicted! Loving Your Brother's Wife Brandt Mckay will do anything to protect Jessie, the widow of his cheating brother Luke. The book starts with a raw scene where Jessie is drunk and desperate for physical affection. It was disturbing but important to understanding the characters. Brandt is probably the best of the McKay men, although he and his brothers take too much crap from their over bearing father. Brandt and Jessie get stuck taking care of Luke's love child for a few months and become closer friends & eventually lovers. Jessie was an strong, engaging character who drew me into the story; Brandt was caring, likable and loyal while needing to grow a backbone. I was torn over who should raise the child, yet satisfied with the conclusion. Happily Brandt seems to be the only McKay man who didn't get his rocks off dominating & bullying women. Jessie and Brandt Jessie was married to Brandts older brother Luke who was unfaithful. Brandt had been in love with Jessie since he had first seen her. Luke basically beat Brandt to her. Luke died in a car accident leaving behind an illegitimate son. The boys mother calls Brandt for help when she is being sent to jail for DUIs. She asks if Brandt could arrange for guardianship to care for his nephew while she is in jail. Luke agrees and talks Jessie into helping him. She agrees, but is angry to be caring for her dead husband's illegitimate son. Brandt and Jessie begin to enjoy helping the boy and become romantically entangled. Really rewarding ending. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Martin-Marten-Audiobook/B077PJJJFW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Martin Marten Subtitle: A Novel Author: Brian Doyle Narrator: Travis Baldree Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 11-30-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Dave is 14 years old, living with his family in a cabin on Oregon's Mount Hood (or as he prefers to call it, like the Multnomah tribal peoples once did, Wy'east). Dave will soon enter high school, with adulthood and a future not far off - a future away from his mother, father, his precocious younger sister, and the wilderness where he's lived all his life. And Dave is not the only one approaching adulthood and its freedoms on Wy'east that summer. Martin, a pine marten (of the mustelid family), is leaving his own mother and siblings and setting off on his own as well. As Dave and Martin set off on their own adventures, their lives, paths, and trails will cross, weave, and blend. Why not come with them as they set forth into the forest and crags of Oregon's soaring mountain wilderness in search of life, family, friends, enemies, wonder, mystery, and good things to eat? Martin Marten is a braided coming-of-age tale like no other, told in Brian Doyle's joyous, rollicking style. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Brian Doyle) Thu, 30 Nov 2017 17:25:60 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Martin-Marten-Audiobook/B077PJJJFW thebookvoice.com 10:11:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Martin Marten Subtitle: A Novel Author: Brian Doyle Narrator: Travis Baldree Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 11-30-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Dave is 14 years old, living with his family in a cabin on Oregon's Mount Hood (or as he prefers to call it, like the Multnomah tribal peoples once did, Wy'east). Dave will soon enter high school, with adulthood and a future not far off - a future away from his mother, father, his precocious younger sister, and the wilderness where he's lived all his life. And Dave is not the only one approaching adulthood and its freedoms on Wy'east that summer. Martin, a pine marten (of the mustelid family), is leaving his own mother and siblings and setting off on his own as well. As Dave and Martin set off on their own adventures, their lives, paths, and trails will cross, weave, and blend. Why not come with them as they set forth into the forest and crags of Oregon's soaring mountain wilderness in search of life, family, friends, enemies, wonder, mystery, and good things to eat? Martin Marten is a braided coming-of-age tale like no other, told in Brian Doyle's joyous, rollicking style. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Martin Marten Subtitle: A Novel Author: Brian Doyle Narrator: Travis Baldree Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 11-30-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Dave is 14 years old, living with his family in a cabin on Oregon's Mount Hood (or as he prefers to call it, like the Multnomah tribal peoples once did, Wy'east). Dave will soon enter high school, with adulthood and a future not far off - a future away from his mother, father, his precocious younger sister, and the wilderness where he's lived all his life. And Dave is not the only one approaching adulthood and its freedoms on Wy'east that summer. Martin, a pine marten (of the mustelid family), is leaving his own mother and siblings and setting off on his own as well. As Dave and Martin set off on their own adventures, their lives, paths, and trails will cross, weave, and blend. Why not come with them as they set forth into the forest and crags of Oregon's soaring mountain wilderness in search of life, family, friends, enemies, wonder, mystery, and good things to eat? Martin Marten is a braided coming-of-age tale like no other, told in Brian Doyle's joyous, rollicking style. Members Reviews: A beautifully written tale Doyle once again captured a true sense of communal harmony with nature, creating a balanced perspective that shares both human and animal personas. The warmth, authenticity and humor expressed in his storytelling is totally engaging. This writer will be sorely missed by so many devoted readers. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Last-Boyfriend-Audiobook/B007SYZ0Y2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Last Boyfriend Subtitle: Inn BoonsBoro Trilogy, Book 2 Author: Nora Roberts Narrator: MacLeod Andrews Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 103 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Owen is the organizer of the Montgomery clan, running the familys construction business with an iron fist - and an even less flexible spreadsheet. And though his brothers give him grief for his compulsive list making, the Inn BoonsBoro is about to open right on schedule. The only thing Owen didnt plan for was Avery MacTavish.... Averys popular pizza place is right across the street from the inn, giving her a firsthand look at its amazing renovation - and a newfound appreciation for Owen. Since he was her first boyfriend when they were kids, Owen has never been far from Averys thoughts. But the attraction shes feeling for him now is far from innocent. As Avery and Owen cautiously take their relationship to another level, the opening of the inn gives the whole town of BoonsBoro a reason to celebrate. But Owens hard work has only begun. Getting Avery to let down her guard is going to take longer than he expected - and so will getting her to realize that her first boyfriend is going to be her last. Critic Reviews: No one writes relationships as well as Ms. Roberts, with the subtleties and quirkiness of the give-and-take of friendship and romance. ( Fresh Fiction) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nora Roberts) Tue, 01 May 2012 23:18:41 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Last-Boyfriend-Audiobook/B007SYZ0Y2 thebookvoice.com 06:19:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Last Boyfriend Subtitle: Inn BoonsBoro Trilogy, Book 2 Author: Nora Roberts Narrator: MacLeod Andrews Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 103 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Owen is the organizer of the Montgomery clan, running the familys construction business with an iron fist - and an even less flexible spreadsheet. And though his brothers give him grief for his compulsive list making, the Inn BoonsBoro is about to open right on schedule. The only thing Owen didnt plan for was Avery MacTavish.... Averys popular pizza place is right across the street from the inn, giving her a firsthand look at its amazing renovation - and a newfound appreciation for Owen. Since he was her first boyfriend when they were kids, Owen has never been far from Averys thoughts. But the attraction shes feeling for him now is far from innocent. As Avery and Owen cautiously take their relationship to another level, the opening of the inn gives the whole town of BoonsBoro a reason to celebrate. But Owens hard work has only begun. Getting Avery to let down her guard is going to take longer than he expected - and so will getting her to realize that her first boyfriend is going to be her last. Critic Reviews: No one writes relationships as well as Ms. Roberts, with the subtleties and quirkiness of the give-and-take of friendship and romance. ( Fresh Fiction) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Last Boyfriend Subtitle: Inn BoonsBoro Trilogy, Book 2 Author: Nora Roberts Narrator: MacLeod Andrews Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 103 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Owen is the organizer of the Montgomery clan, running the familys construction business with an iron fist - and an even less flexible spreadsheet. And though his brothers give him grief for his compulsive list making, the Inn BoonsBoro is about to open right on schedule. The only thing Owen didnt plan for was Avery MacTavish.... Averys popular pizza place is right across the street from the inn, giving her a firsthand look at its amazing renovation - and a newfound appreciation for Owen. Since he was her first boyfriend when they were kids, Owen has never been far from Averys thoughts. But the attraction shes feeling for him now is far from innocent. As Avery and Owen cautiously take their relationship to another level, the opening of the inn gives the whole town of BoonsBoro a reason to celebrate. But Owens hard work has only begun. Getting Avery to let down her guard is going to take longer than he expected - and so will getting her to realize that her first boyfriend is going to be her last. Critic Reviews: No one writes relationships as well as Ms. Roberts, with the subtleties and quirkiness of the give-and-take of friendship and romance. ( Fresh Fiction) Members Reviews: Don't waste your money Although the unabridged version of this story had too much emphasis on remodeling and building of the Inn (boring) this shorter version just didn't work. The story was disjointed and didn't make sense. Stick to the the unabridged version and just fast-forward through the boring parts. dont bother What would have made The Last Boyfriend better? a bit of depth or a better narrator, sorry. Would you ever listen to anything by Nora Roberts again? yes, I truly love NR and am just disappointed by this series because combining the 3 would have made better sense story wise and dollar wise. Who would you have cast as narrator instead of MacLeod Andrews? dont really follow narrators much What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? na Lovely it! Would you consider the audio edition of The Last Boyfriend to be better than the print version? I haven't read the print version but truly enjoyed the audio. Who was your favorite character and why? Avery was my favorite character as she was so real. Which scene was your favorite? Too many to name one. Any additional comments? A very pleasant listen during my long commute to work and back! Where's the story? This is more of a casual meandering through a family's idyllic lives. At one point I knew I had an audio book that was incomplete, but for the life of me I couldn't remember what it was. As hard as I tried, I could recall nothing. Once I began listening again, it came back to me, but that's not much of a recommendation, is it? The complete lack of tension in the rather non-existent story line renders it more of a meditative diversion than a dynamic story with a plot. The narrator did a commendable job and his delivery fit comfortably within the story. If I had it to do over again, I would not purchase this book but neither would I cry if I was forced to listen to it again. I believe that would be called, "damned by faint praise." Sorry, that's the best I can offer! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/A-Lowcountry-Christmas-Audiobook/B01M1NV0CB Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Lowcountry Christmas Author: Mary Alice Monroe Narrator: Mary Alice Monroe Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 10-25-16 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 76 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A wounded warrior and his younger brother discover the true meaning of Christmas in this timeless story of family bonds. A poignant continuation of the Lowcountry Summer series. As far as 10-year-old Miller McClellan is concerned, it's the worst Christmas ever. His father's shrimp boat is docked, his mother is working two jobs, and with finances strained, Miller is told, they can't afford the dog he desperately wants. "Your brother's return from war is our family's gift," his parents tell him. But when Taylor returns with PTSD, family strains darken the holidays. Then Taylor's service dog arrives - a large black Labrador/Great Dane named Thor. His brother even got the dog! When Miller goes out on Christmas Eve with his father's ax, determined to get his family the tree they can't afford, he takes the dog for company - but accidentally winds up lost in the wild forest. The splintered family must come together to rediscover their strengths, their family bond, and the true meaning of Christmas. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Alice Monroe) Tue, 25 Oct 2016 22:52:20 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/A-Lowcountry-Christmas-Audiobook/B01M1NV0CB thebookvoice.com 06:48:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Lowcountry Christmas Author: Mary Alice Monroe Narrator: Mary Alice Monroe Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 10-25-16 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 76 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A wounded warrior and his younger brother discover the true meaning of Christmas in this timeless story of family bonds. A poignant continuation of the Lowcountry Summer series. As far as 10-year-old Miller McClellan is concerned, it's the worst Christmas ever. His father's shrimp boat is docked, his mother is working two jobs, and with finances strained, Miller is told, they can't afford the dog he desperately wants. "Your brother's return from war is our family's gift," his parents tell him. But when Taylor returns with PTSD, family strains darken the holidays. Then Taylor's service dog arrives - a large black Labrador/Great Dane named Thor. His brother even got the dog! When Miller goes out on Christmas Eve with his father's ax, determined to get his family the tree they can't afford, he takes the dog for company - but accidentally winds up lost in the wild forest. The splintered family must come together to rediscover their strengths, their family bond, and the true meaning of Christmas. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Lowcountry Christmas Author: Mary Alice Monroe Narrator: Mary Alice Monroe Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 10-25-16 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 76 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: A wounded warrior and his younger brother discover the true meaning of Christmas in this timeless story of family bonds. A poignant continuation of the Lowcountry Summer series. As far as 10-year-old Miller McClellan is concerned, it's the worst Christmas ever. His father's shrimp boat is docked, his mother is working two jobs, and with finances strained, Miller is told, they can't afford the dog he desperately wants. "Your brother's return from war is our family's gift," his parents tell him. But when Taylor returns with PTSD, family strains darken the holidays. Then Taylor's service dog arrives - a large black Labrador/Great Dane named Thor. His brother even got the dog! When Miller goes out on Christmas Eve with his father's ax, determined to get his family the tree they can't afford, he takes the dog for company - but accidentally winds up lost in the wild forest. The splintered family must come together to rediscover their strengths, their family bond, and the true meaning of Christmas. Members Reviews: 'A Christmas Carol' for 2016 Would you listen to A Lowcountry Christmas again? Why? Yes, Monroe did a fine job with the narration of her novel. I can see myself reading this book (or listening) every Christmas season. It's a lovely story about a family facing the challenges of a new normal and finding the true meaning of Christmas. What did you like best about this story? The transformation of son Taylor when a dog named Thor comes into his life. What does Mary Alice Monroe bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? I imagine she paced her narration the way she heard her characters when she wrote the novel. Not every author is the right narrator but I thought Monroe was for her novel. If you could take any character from A Lowcountry Christmas out to dinner, who would it be and why? I'd take Thor's trainer out to dinner. What she did was a great gift for one who has given so much. I'd like to learn more. Any additional comments? Recommended to anyone looking for good novel with a Christmas theme. A Wonderful Christmas for the Lowcountry Books Mary Alice Monroe has a gift for bringing the South Carolina Lowcountry to life. This tale allows readers of the series to learn of the backstory of a character. It also shares with new readers a Christmas story that will leave them wanting more. I highly encourage anyone reading this story to read the entire series, as well as her other books. You won't be dissapointed! A bit over the top The story was ok. Way too sentimental and maudlin for my taste, but I can see where others might like it. Wished a man had narrated...having the author read the male characters just didn't work. Wonderfully inspiring story! Enjoyed the underlying theme of faith and family and the strength that each family member drew upon from each other. A new Christmas Classic! I have fell in love with all of Mary Alice Monroe's books. The characters and stories keep you wanting more. They also feel like you are right there in the book. I could not put this book down. I read it in 24 hours. It's going to be a new Christmas Classic in my home! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Backup-Plan-Audiobook/B004EFXS9W Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Backup Plan Author: Sherryl Woods Narrator: Tanya Eby Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 12-28-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 330 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Its finally time for Dinah Davis to go home. The world-weary correspondent wants to settle down with the sweet guy she left behind in South Carolinas Low Country. Instead, shes confronted by his black-sheep brother, and despite her longing for serenity sparks fly. How can she possibly trade her perfectly safe backup plan for a risk-taking guy like Cordell Beaufort after all the dangers shes already faced? But to Dinahs dismay backup plan or not her heart has its own ideas. Critic Reviews: Strong supporting characters, a vivid sense of place, and a strong appreciation for the past add to the appeal of Woods contemporary romance. (Booklist) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sherryl Woods) Tue, 28 Dec 2010 01:49:10 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Backup-Plan-Audiobook/B004EFXS9W thebookvoice.com 10:01:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Backup Plan Author: Sherryl Woods Narrator: Tanya Eby Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 12-28-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 330 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Its finally time for Dinah Davis to go home. The world-weary correspondent wants to settle down with the sweet guy she left behind in South Carolinas Low Country. Instead, shes confronted by his black-sheep brother, and despite her longing for serenity sparks fly. How can she possibly trade her perfectly safe backup plan for a risk-taking guy like Cordell Beaufort after all the dangers shes already faced? But to Dinahs dismay backup plan or not her heart has its own ideas. Critic Reviews: Strong supporting characters, a vivid sense of place, and a strong appreciation for the past add to the appeal of Woods contemporary romance. (Booklist) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Backup Plan Author: Sherryl Woods Narrator: Tanya Eby Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 12-28-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 330 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Its finally time for Dinah Davis to go home. The world-weary correspondent wants to settle down with the sweet guy she left behind in South Carolinas Low Country. Instead, shes confronted by his black-sheep brother, and despite her longing for serenity sparks fly. How can she possibly trade her perfectly safe backup plan for a risk-taking guy like Cordell Beaufort after all the dangers shes already faced? But to Dinahs dismay backup plan or not her heart has its own ideas. Critic Reviews: Strong supporting characters, a vivid sense of place, and a strong appreciation for the past add to the appeal of Woods contemporary romance. (Booklist) Members Reviews: Great Series! I am currently listening to the third book in this series and I have to say, I'm really enjoying the trilogy. One of things I like about Sherryl Woods is that she writes intriguing love stories. Yet, while Dinah and Cordell have a lot of sexual chemistry, she writes about their chemistry without an over-reliance on sex scenes. This becomes even more obvious in the next two books. Tanya Eby serves as the narrator for all three books and does a wonderful job. She is consistent throughout the series. You can easily distinguish between the voices of the various characters. I found it easy to route for all of the main characters. This is a fun, leisurely listen. If you enjoy this one, you'll likely enjoy the next two. Shallow Very shallow story, a lot of sexual content, will know better next time I see one of this author's books. A Romanti Treasure This was my first novel by Sherryl Woods. I actually bought it because Tanya Eby was the narrator, and she always performs well, with an ability to use believable voices for each character. What an entertaining use of a credit! I have already purchased the next two books in this trilogy, and look forward to the continuation of the Charleston Trilogy. I loved the story of Dinah Davis and Cordell Beaufort. No spoilers here... "The Backup Plan" was an engaging and fresh romance that is sure to delight. Definitely credit worthy! Good if you're looking for a (very) light read... While I was listening to this trilogy (which by the way should definititely be read in order) I was trying to think of what the dialogue reminded me of and I finally figured out that it reminded me of my daughter's Babysitter's Club books! When the word 'cahoots' was used either in the 2nd or 3rd book in the series I finally figured it out. I first listened to a book narrated by Tanya Eby in The Search by Nora Roberts and while I liked the story I wasn't crazy about what I can best describe as the nasal sounding voice of the characters. I liked the narration better in this series and she does a great job with the different voices especially when they reappear in the 3 different books. While the storyline in this book isn't boring it is a bit predictable. If you like books that really make you think and grab ahold of you you might want to pass on this series. Yeah !!!!! I have been waiting for this series to be recorded!!!! I love it! Bring on the rest!!!!! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Reverends-Wife-Audiobook/B007X48X00 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Reverend's Wife Subtitle: A Reverend Curtis Black Novel Author: Kimberla Lawson Roby Narrator: Maria Howell Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-12 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 242 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From New York Times best-selling author Kimberla Lawson Roby comes the ninth installment in her award-winning Reverend Curtis Black series. It's been months since Reverend Curtis learned that his wife Charlotte had affairs with two different men, and for now, he continues to be cordial and respectful to her. But he's also made it clear that once their son Matthew graduates high school, he will be filing for divorce. Charlotte, on the other hand, continues to do everything possible to make amends in hopes of saving their marriage. Unfortunately, Curtis is ready to move on and is being propositioned by a woman who desperately wants to become the next Mrs. Curtis Black. When the situation heads down a path that is frighteningly shocking, could it be the final blow to this once blessed union? biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kimberla Lawson Roby) Tue, 01 May 2012 05:32:45 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Reverends-Wife-Audiobook/B007X48X00 thebookvoice.com 07:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Reverend's Wife Subtitle: A Reverend Curtis Black Novel Author: Kimberla Lawson Roby Narrator: Maria Howell Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-12 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 242 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From New York Times best-selling author Kimberla Lawson Roby comes the ninth installment in her award-winning Reverend Curtis Black series. It's been months since Reverend Curtis learned that his wife Charlotte had affairs with two different men, and for now, he continues to be cordial and respectful to her. But he's also made it clear that once their son Matthew graduates high school, he will be filing for divorce. Charlotte, on the other hand, continues to do everything possible to make amends in hopes of saving their marriage. Unfortunately, Curtis is ready to move on and is being propositioned by a woman who desperately wants to become the next Mrs. Curtis Black. When the situation heads down a path that is frighteningly shocking, could it be the final blow to this once blessed union? Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Reverend's Wife Subtitle: A Reverend Curtis Black Novel Author: Kimberla Lawson Roby Narrator: Maria Howell Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-12 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 242 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: From New York Times best-selling author Kimberla Lawson Roby comes the ninth installment in her award-winning Reverend Curtis Black series. It's been months since Reverend Curtis learned that his wife Charlotte had affairs with two different men, and for now, he continues to be cordial and respectful to her. But he's also made it clear that once their son Matthew graduates high school, he will be filing for divorce. Charlotte, on the other hand, continues to do everything possible to make amends in hopes of saving their marriage. Unfortunately, Curtis is ready to move on and is being propositioned by a woman who desperately wants to become the next Mrs. Curtis Black. When the situation heads down a path that is frighteningly shocking, could it be the final blow to this once blessed union? Members Reviews: Great disappointment... I am a long time fan of Mrs. Roby, and I have read all of her books. This is the first time I have ever been disappointed. Curtis Black is no ordinary minister and his wife is not your average first lady. This book never grasped my full attention and the characters were "boring". I kept waiting for something, anything to happen, and it didn't. By the time the book wrapped up I was bitter. I wasted a credit on this. It happens to the best of us. I expected more and felt that this book was rushed. I expected more from the Black family and this seem like a formula that has already been used. Sorry Kimberla, you lost me with this one. Not her best This book picks up from the previous book. It lacks umph, and WOW factor. I guess the church members are not intuitive in this book. When did Charlotte become an alcoholic? Maybe it was the narrator and not me, I don't know. This one gets 5 stars for snoozer!!! More of the Same Would you try another book from Kimberla Lawson Roby and/or Maria Howell? I love Kimberla Lawson Roby but the Curtis Black stories contain so much of the same drama that it is played out. New charactors and plots are needed. At the end of the book I notice his son has gotten the girlfriend pregnant so the drama continues. Has The Reverend's Wife turned you off from other books in this genre? No What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike? It was okay, but the narractor often sound like they had dry mouth. Could you see The Reverend's Wife being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be? No. Don't waste a credit What disappointed you about The Reverend's Wife? The story was boring and poorly written. What was most disappointing about Kimberla Lawson Robys story? I know this is fiction but the story was simply ridiculous How could the performance have been better? I don't think anything could have improved the book. What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? disappointment Any additional comments? This is definitely the worst book I have ever read. I will never buy a book written by this author again. I question how it got published! If I could have rated it a negative star, I would have done so. Could the Blacks finally be on track? I have loved the trials of the Black family since the first book and now in this latest book, could they finally be on track? I certainly hope not. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/How-to-Stop-Time-Audiobook/B071W9NG9W Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How to Stop Time Author: Matt Haig Narrator: Mark Meadows Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 07-06-17 Publisher: Canongate Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 77 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: 'I am old. That is the first thing to tell you. The thing you are least likely to believe. If you saw me you would probably think I was about 40, but you would be very wrong.' Tom Hazard has a dangerous secret. He may look like an ordinary 41-year-old, but owing to a rare condition, he's been alive for centuries. From Elizabethan England to jazz age Paris, from New York to the South Seas, Tom has seen a lot and now craves an ordinary life. Always changing his identity to stay alive, Tom has the perfect cover - working as a history teacher at a London comprehensive. Here he can teach the kids about wars and witch hunts as if he'd never witnessed them firsthand. He can try to tame the past that is fast catching up with him. The only thing Tom mustn't do is fall in love. How to Stop Time is a wild and bittersweet story about losing and finding yourself, about the certainty of change and about the lifetimes it can take to really learn how to live. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Matt Haig) Thu, 06 Jul 2017 05:47:11 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/How-to-Stop-Time-Audiobook/B071W9NG9W thebookvoice.com 10:36:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How to Stop Time Author: Matt Haig Narrator: Mark Meadows Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 07-06-17 Publisher: Canongate Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 77 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: 'I am old. That is the first thing to tell you. The thing you are least likely to believe. If you saw me you would probably think I was about 40, but you would be very wrong.' Tom Hazard has a dangerous secret. He may look like an ordinary 41-year-old, but owing to a rare condition, he's been alive for centuries. From Elizabethan England to jazz age Paris, from New York to the South Seas, Tom has seen a lot and now craves an ordinary life. Always changing his identity to stay alive, Tom has the perfect cover - working as a history teacher at a London comprehensive. Here he can teach the kids about wars and witch hunts as if he'd never witnessed them firsthand. He can try to tame the past that is fast catching up with him. The only thing Tom mustn't do is fall in love. How to Stop Time is a wild and bittersweet story about losing and finding yourself, about the certainty of change and about the lifetimes it can take to really learn how to live. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How to Stop Time Author: Matt Haig Narrator: Mark Meadows Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 07-06-17 Publisher: Canongate Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 77 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: 'I am old. That is the first thing to tell you. The thing you are least likely to believe. If you saw me you would probably think I was about 40, but you would be very wrong.' Tom Hazard has a dangerous secret. He may look like an ordinary 41-year-old, but owing to a rare condition, he's been alive for centuries. From Elizabethan England to jazz age Paris, from New York to the South Seas, Tom has seen a lot and now craves an ordinary life. Always changing his identity to stay alive, Tom has the perfect cover - working as a history teacher at a London comprehensive. Here he can teach the kids about wars and witch hunts as if he'd never witnessed them firsthand. He can try to tame the past that is fast catching up with him. The only thing Tom mustn't do is fall in love. How to Stop Time is a wild and bittersweet story about losing and finding yourself, about the certainty of change and about the lifetimes it can take to really learn how to live. Members Reviews: Original story keeps you hooked and guessing what next Great original idea and entertaining read. I found the ending a bit rushed but perhaps I was just wanting more! Antidote to despair wrapped in a great story Matt Haig is an artist. As such, he has a keen insight into the situation of being human. He suffers along with all of us--thinks and feels deeply about our common pains and delights. I don't know him personally, but his writing is shot through with evidence that these things are true. Somehow, though, this depth doesn't stop him from writing stories full of humor, mystery, suspense, and love. They are paradoxes, these tales of his. Light and heavy. Calculated and warm. Philosophical but made buoyant with whimsy. How to Stop Time is another triumph for the art of storytelling and for the hopeful pursuit of living. I loved The Humans but not this one. I bought this book because The Humans was one of my all-time favorites. When I saw that this book had the same narrator and the same author, I figured I couldn't go wrong. But I did go wrong. Superb as I expected from Matt Haig I don't suppose any people expect to learn lessons on how to have a wonderful life from a novel about a man who is over four hundred years old, but believe me you will when you read this story. However, please don't fear that this is a boring preachy affair. In fact it is a wonderfully entertaining story that skips across the centuries at a cracking pace and brings us to a conclusion that is satisfying and not wholly predictable. I am a huge fan of Matt Haig's writing and this is every bit as good as my two big favourites The Humans and The Radleys. I'm sure the forthcoming film will be marvellous but the excellent narration of this book by Mark Meadows will be a hard act to follow. love it This book is the fourth book I have read/listened to by Matt haig, the first one being reasons to stay alive.I have absolutely loved all four books and how to stop time is probably joint favorite with reasons to stay alive.I feel that Matt haig has an amazing ability to understand people and I feel that his stories and themes and his way of writing just show so much understanding and empathy, it is so easy to identify what what he says.I would recommend his books to anyone who is fascinated by people and the way in which the human mind works. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Scapegoat-Audiobook/B00QH4J0HM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Scapegoat Author: Daphne du Maurier Narrator: Paul Shelley Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 104 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: By chance, John and Jean - one English, the other French - meet in a provincial railway station. Their resemblance to each other is uncanny, and they spend the next few hours talking and drinking - until at last John falls into a drunken stupor. It's to be his last carefree moment, for when he wakes, Jean has stolen his identity and disappeared. So the Englishman steps into the Frenchman's shoes, and faces a variety of perplexing roles - as owner of a chateau, director of a failing business, head of a fractious family, and master of nothing. Gripping and complex, The Scapegoat is a masterful exploration of doubling and identity, and of the dark side of the self. Critic Reviews: "A dazzlingly clever and immensely entertaining novel." (New York Times) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Daphne du Maurier) Tue, 16 Dec 2014 13:01:37 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Scapegoat-Audiobook/B00QH4J0HM thebookvoice.com 13:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Scapegoat Author: Daphne du Maurier Narrator: Paul Shelley Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 104 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: By chance, John and Jean - one English, the other French - meet in a provincial railway station. Their resemblance to each other is uncanny, and they spend the next few hours talking and drinking - until at last John falls into a drunken stupor. It's to be his last carefree moment, for when he wakes, Jean has stolen his identity and disappeared. So the Englishman steps into the Frenchman's shoes, and faces a variety of perplexing roles - as owner of a chateau, director of a failing business, head of a fractious family, and master of nothing. Gripping and complex, The Scapegoat is a masterful exploration of doubling and identity, and of the dark side of the self. Critic Reviews: "A dazzlingly clever and immensely entertaining novel." (New York Times) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Scapegoat Author: Daphne du Maurier Narrator: Paul Shelley Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 104 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: By chance, John and Jean - one English, the other French - meet in a provincial railway station. Their resemblance to each other is uncanny, and they spend the next few hours talking and drinking - until at last John falls into a drunken stupor. It's to be his last carefree moment, for when he wakes, Jean has stolen his identity and disappeared. So the Englishman steps into the Frenchman's shoes, and faces a variety of perplexing roles - as owner of a chateau, director of a failing business, head of a fractious family, and master of nothing. Gripping and complex, The Scapegoat is a masterful exploration of doubling and identity, and of the dark side of the self. Critic Reviews: "A dazzlingly clever and immensely entertaining novel." (New York Times) Members Reviews: A Fascinating Character-Driven Journey John is an Englishman who has spent years travelling to France to learn of its history and language, going back to England to teach about his favourite subject at university for his day job. One day while on vacation, he chances to meet a man who looks exactly like him, a Frenchman called Jean. The likeness is uncanny and the other man offers him to share some drinks. After a night of heavy drinking in a hotel room exchanging confidences, John wakes up the next day dressed in the Frenchman's clothes with the man's suitcase there instead of his own, and not a single of his own belongings or identity papers left behind to prove he is anyone else than the Comte Jean de Gué. It becomes amply clear when this man's driver arrives and tells him he's probably had too much to drink after John tries to tell him what has happened, that he won't convince anyone that he is not in fact the Comte. His French is perfect, and for some reason, seeing himself in a mirror wearing the other man's clothes, he discovers the illusion is faultless; he stands a little bit more erect and even finds himself smiling and talking like his doppelgänger, so he decides there is no choice but to go along and play the role he's been stuck with, and lets the driver bring him to Jean de Gué's château to meet the other man's family. Jean had told him he yearned to have a simpler life, with less commitments and fewer belongings, while John felt he'd failed at his own life, and now is a chance to try something else altogether. Soon John finds himself enmeshed in a complicated web of lies and intrigues, with a grand house full of women and various strangers, most of whom seem angry at him. And then there is a great big beastly woman upstairs he is astounded to find looks like himself but in drag with a huge amount of flesh added on; Jean's mother, which he can't help but call 'maman' and feel real affection for. Nobody takes him seriously when he tells them outright he is not Jean, but an Englishman called John, and that the real Jean has made off with his clothes and his car; they all dismiss his story as yet another one of Jean's pranks, or a consequence of too much drink. Instead a man angrily demands how the trip to Paris went and whether he's gotten the papers signed. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Birdsong-Audiobook/B0032N8M7K Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Birdsong Author: Sebastian Faulks Narrator: Samuel West Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-05 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 162 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Set before and during the Great War, Birdsong captures the drama of that era on both a national and a personal scale. It is the story of Stephen, a young Englishman, who arrives in Amiens in 1910. His life goes through a series of traumatic experiences, from the clandestine love affair that tears apart the family with whom he lives to the unprecedented experience of the war itself. ©1993 Sebastian Faulks; (P)2005 Random House Audiobooks biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sebastian Faulks) Mon, 12 Sep 2005 06:16:23 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Birdsong-Audiobook/B0032N8M7K thebookvoice.com 06:11:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Birdsong Author: Sebastian Faulks Narrator: Samuel West Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-05 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 162 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Set before and during the Great War, Birdsong captures the drama of that era on both a national and a personal scale. It is the story of Stephen, a young Englishman, who arrives in Amiens in 1910. His life goes through a series of traumatic experiences, from the clandestine love affair that tears apart the family with whom he lives to the unprecedented experience of the war itself. ©1993 Sebastian Faulks; (P)2005 Random House Audiobooks Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Birdsong Author: Sebastian Faulks Narrator: Samuel West Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-05 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 162 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Set before and during the Great War, Birdsong captures the drama of that era on both a national and a personal scale. It is the story of Stephen, a young Englishman, who arrives in Amiens in 1910. His life goes through a series of traumatic experiences, from the clandestine love affair that tears apart the family with whom he lives to the unprecedented experience of the war itself. ©1993 Sebastian Faulks; (P)2005 Random House Audiobooks Members Reviews: Fantastic narration of a modern classic Samuel West's immaculate narration is the perfect gloss to one of the top books of the 90s and one of my personal favourites of all time. Obviously, if you have read the book before, then an abridged audio version is never going to be quite the same but, if you haven't, then you should find this presentation highly compelling and the abridgements are not apparant. It's a great story, impeccably researched and delivered with care. 4 stars is much as I can give an abridged book, and this earns each of them. Very Moving Birdsong depicts the close-up horrors of war better than any book I've ever read. The love story at the beginning was totally overshadowed by the scenes of battle (and in fact, it seemed rather unnecessary and digressive). A beautifully written novel, andt the narrator did it justice. Magnificent Narration of a Great Book I've listened to Peter Firth's wonderful narration of the Unabridged Version before and absolutely love this grand and passionate war story. This version, however, delighted (or moved, to be exact) me even more. Samuel West's extraordinarily smoothing voice brought me into deep thought or let me burst into tears so spontaneously that I can't help feeling being part of the story. Yet the loss of certain details in this abridged version is quite upsetting, especially the part where Stephen and Weir decided whether or not to kill a bird in the tunnel, or the soldiers singing the chessy ballad together to celebrate their being alive. After all, it's the details that impressed me the most when I first read it. War book The narrator did a fine job, and if you love Faulks you'll love this book - however I am not a huge fan of "war stories", so there were parts of this book that didn't work for me. However the narration style is calm, quiet, almost sad - which plays well with the tone of the story. Not a fan You will love this book if you like historical novels. You will love this book if you want to know what trench warfare was like. The narrator was excellent. I am not sure how I made it through the story, but in the end found no enjoyment. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Secrets-She-Left-Behind-Audiobook/B00OMEZX0W Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Secrets She Left Behind Author: Diane Chamberlain Narrator: Kris Koscheski, Abby Craden Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 531 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The sudden disappearance of Sara Weston is a mystery to her seventeen-year-old son, Keith. A survivor of an arson fire, Keith is still healing, and in Sara's absence, he must face a challenging situation alone: the release of his half-sister, Maggie, from prison. Maggie, who was partially responsible for the fire, is the handiest target for Keith's rage. Reintegration into the outside world proves difficult for Maggie, even beyond dealing with Keith and her guilt. Somehow the two must find a way to overcome the past because Maggie and her family may be all Keith has left. Critic Reviews: "A fast-paced read that . . . Explores the psychological complexity of a family pushed to its limits." ( Booklist) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Diane Chamberlain) Mon, 27 Oct 2014 02:39:37 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Secrets-She-Left-Behind-Audiobook/B00OMEZX0W thebookvoice.com 13:25:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Secrets She Left Behind Author: Diane Chamberlain Narrator: Kris Koscheski, Abby Craden Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 531 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The sudden disappearance of Sara Weston is a mystery to her seventeen-year-old son, Keith. A survivor of an arson fire, Keith is still healing, and in Sara's absence, he must face a challenging situation alone: the release of his half-sister, Maggie, from prison. Maggie, who was partially responsible for the fire, is the handiest target for Keith's rage. Reintegration into the outside world proves difficult for Maggie, even beyond dealing with Keith and her guilt. Somehow the two must find a way to overcome the past because Maggie and her family may be all Keith has left. Critic Reviews: "A fast-paced read that . . . Explores the psychological complexity of a family pushed to its limits." ( Booklist) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Secrets She Left Behind Author: Diane Chamberlain Narrator: Kris Koscheski, Abby Craden Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 531 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: The sudden disappearance of Sara Weston is a mystery to her seventeen-year-old son, Keith. A survivor of an arson fire, Keith is still healing, and in Sara's absence, he must face a challenging situation alone: the release of his half-sister, Maggie, from prison. Maggie, who was partially responsible for the fire, is the handiest target for Keith's rage. Reintegration into the outside world proves difficult for Maggie, even beyond dealing with Keith and her guilt. Somehow the two must find a way to overcome the past because Maggie and her family may be all Keith has left. Critic Reviews: "A fast-paced read that . . . Explores the psychological complexity of a family pushed to its limits." ( Booklist) Members Reviews: Good read I couldn't stop with this one. I thought it was put together nicely with the four narratives and told a good story. All four characters kept me interested. Definitely would recommend it. My only issue was that the female narrator did an excellent job with the female characters but her grown male impersonations made me nuts. I'm glad she didn't have many male lines! Good story. Narration not so much. While I did appreciate the storyline, I found this audiobook difficult to listen to, particularly due to the adult male characters' narration. The voices for Jamie, the psychiatrist, and several others were so low and gravelly it was painful to listen to. The female voice did a decent job but the breathy ingenue quality did get tiresome. I may have enjoyed the story more if not for the narration, but that was difficult to get past. I almost didn't listen past the 30 minutes or so, but eventually finished the book simply to find out what happened. Chamberlain's characters are always thoughtfully written with many layers and realistic nuances, and this book was no exception. Just when I think I've identified a villain or saint, she throws in curves that make the character so much more lifelike and sympathetic. This was not my favorite Diane Chamberlain novel, but it's hard to say how much the irritating performances influence that perception. Not my favorite I hated the narrators - it was so hard to get past the painfully gravelly male voices and the whiny female voices. The story eventually sucked me enough for me to be able to ignore the irritating voices. Horrible narration, boring story - not typical for author I like almost all of her books but this one was pretty boring. Narration killed me... Really bothersome. The male was painful to listen to. Felt forced. The two male characters kept sounding like the same person. The female's voice was constantly on the verge of tears. Out of 5 book, this is the only one I dislike, so overall I do like this author and her other narrators. A really great book! First of all, this is a great story about the highs and lows of life, the complexities of human relationships and the many subtle shades the human soul. The story kept you engaged all the way through. The characters were well developed and relatable. The narration was great too. This is definitely one of this author's best book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/In-Twenty-Years-Audiobook/B01G48NBH0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: In Twenty Years Subtitle: A Novel Author: Allison Winn Scotch Narrator: Julia Whelan Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-16 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 676 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Twenty years ago, six Penn students shared a house, naively certain that their friendships would endure - until the death of their ringleader and dear friend Bea splintered the group for good. Now, mostly estranged from one another, the remaining five reluctantly gather at that same house on the eve of what would have been Bea's fortieth birthday. But along with the return of the friends come old grudges, unrequited feelings, and buried secrets. Catherine, the CEO of a domestic empire, and Owen, a stay-at-home dad, were picture-perfect college sweethearts - but now teeter on the brink of disaster. Lindy, a well-known musician, is pushing middle age in an industry that's all about youth and slowly self-destructing as she grapples with her own identity. Behind his smile, handsome plastic surgeon Colin harbors the heartbreaking truth about his own history with Bea. And Annie carefully curates her life on Instagram and Facebook, keeping up appearances so she doesn't have to face the truth about her own empty reality. Reunited in the place where so many dreams began, and bolstered by the hope of healing, each of them is forced to confront the past. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Allison Winn Scotch) Fri, 01 Jul 2016 20:37:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/In-Twenty-Years-Audiobook/B01G48NBH0 thebookvoice.com 09:57:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: In Twenty Years Subtitle: A Novel Author: Allison Winn Scotch Narrator: Julia Whelan Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-16 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 676 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Twenty years ago, six Penn students shared a house, naively certain that their friendships would endure - until the death of their ringleader and dear friend Bea splintered the group for good. Now, mostly estranged from one another, the remaining five reluctantly gather at that same house on the eve of what would have been Bea's fortieth birthday. But along with the return of the friends come old grudges, unrequited feelings, and buried secrets. Catherine, the CEO of a domestic empire, and Owen, a stay-at-home dad, were picture-perfect college sweethearts - but now teeter on the brink of disaster. Lindy, a well-known musician, is pushing middle age in an industry that's all about youth and slowly self-destructing as she grapples with her own identity. Behind his smile, handsome plastic surgeon Colin harbors the heartbreaking truth about his own history with Bea. And Annie carefully curates her life on Instagram and Facebook, keeping up appearances so she doesn't have to face the truth about her own empty reality. Reunited in the place where so many dreams began, and bolstered by the hope of healing, each of them is forced to confront the past. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: In Twenty Years Subtitle: A Novel Author: Allison Winn Scotch Narrator: Julia Whelan Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-16 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 676 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: Twenty years ago, six Penn students shared a house, naively certain that their friendships would endure - until the death of their ringleader and dear friend Bea splintered the group for good. Now, mostly estranged from one another, the remaining five reluctantly gather at that same house on the eve of what would have been Bea's fortieth birthday. But along with the return of the friends come old grudges, unrequited feelings, and buried secrets. Catherine, the CEO of a domestic empire, and Owen, a stay-at-home dad, were picture-perfect college sweethearts - but now teeter on the brink of disaster. Lindy, a well-known musician, is pushing middle age in an industry that's all about youth and slowly self-destructing as she grapples with her own identity. Behind his smile, handsome plastic surgeon Colin harbors the heartbreaking truth about his own history with Bea. And Annie carefully curates her life on Instagram and Facebook, keeping up appearances so she doesn't have to face the truth about her own empty reality. Reunited in the place where so many dreams began, and bolstered by the hope of healing, each of them is forced to confront the past. Members Reviews: Saint Elmo's fire meets the Penn Quakers Old friends are really worth the effort. That is the essential message of this novel. Allison Winn Scotch and Julia Whelan are a formidable new team. As always, Ms. Whelan makes a good book a great listen. Ready for a screenplay, the story will entertain you throughout and have you reflecting on your own long-term friendships that may need some rekindling. Well written unlikable characters There were seven main characters in this book, and only one - arguably and minor character - was likable. The rest were whiny, selfish, and childish. Or dead. They were also unbelievable; out of six characters, three are not just good at their careers, they are among the best. The chances of having one star in a group of six college friends is slim, but to have half of them not just excel, but be the best is ludicrous. However, the wordsmithing and performance save this book from being unlistenable. It was worth the two-for-one sale purchase, but I would have been disappointed if I had used a full credit on this book. Superb performance! The reader acts out the novel as if it were a movie, bringing it to life. No sympathetic characters This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? Someone who enjoys lots of drama in their life and in their fiction. This book is about many missteps a group of friends have taken over the years. So many characters and so many poor decisions were evident in this book, I wondered if any of these friends developed coping skills at all. How many 40 year olds can't "handle" a friends funeral? The end of the book is somewhat redeeming, but not quite enough for me to recommend this title. Has In Twenty Years turned you off from other books in this genre? No, I would be open to this genre. Which scene was your favorite? The scenes in general with the deceased friend. She was the only remotely likable character. What character would you cut from In Twenty Years? The woman who is the home entertaining expert--she is messed up! Great story, unnecessary cursing I'm no prude and can let the language fly from time to time but when I hear foul language being used incessantly it detracts from the message. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Quilters-Apprentice-Audiobook/B008L3Q98U Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Quilter's Apprentice Subtitle: Elm Creek Quilts, Book 1 Author: Jennifer Chiaverini Narrator: Christina Moore Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 939 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: An engaging tale full of warmth and wisdom, The Quilters Apprentice is the first novel in best-selling author Jennifer Chiaverinis Elm Creek Quilts series. Sarah McClure takes a job helping elderly Sylvia Compson prepare her family estate for sale. Sylvia, a master quilter, agrees to share the tricks of the trade with Sarah. As the two women grow close, Sylvia shares her familys tragic past, compelling Sarah to look at her own life more closely. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jennifer Chiaverini) Sun, 15 Jul 2012 21:08:26 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/The-Quilters-Apprentice-Audiobook/B008L3Q98U thebookvoice.com 08:40:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Quilter's Apprentice Subtitle: Elm Creek Quilts, Book 1 Author: Jennifer Chiaverini Narrator: Christina Moore Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 939 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: An engaging tale full of warmth and wisdom, The Quilters Apprentice is the first novel in best-selling author Jennifer Chiaverinis Elm Creek Quilts series. Sarah McClure takes a job helping elderly Sylvia Compson prepare her family estate for sale. Sylvia, a master quilter, agrees to share the tricks of the trade with Sarah. As the two women grow close, Sylvia shares her familys tragic past, compelling Sarah to look at her own life more closely. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Quilter's Apprentice Subtitle: Elm Creek Quilts, Book 1 Author: Jennifer Chiaverini Narrator: Christina Moore Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 939 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: An engaging tale full of warmth and wisdom, The Quilters Apprentice is the first novel in best-selling author Jennifer Chiaverinis Elm Creek Quilts series. Sarah McClure takes a job helping elderly Sylvia Compson prepare her family estate for sale. Sylvia, a master quilter, agrees to share the tricks of the trade with Sarah. As the two women grow close, Sylvia shares her familys tragic past, compelling Sarah to look at her own life more closely. Members Reviews: A Mixed Bag While I finished the book, the story was slow and only mildly interesting. It was a struggle to finish, but I neither liked nor hated it. The narrator was good, and created a large variety of voices. This book is about a woman that is temporarily employed to clean up a mansion. She begins to learn quilting from the owner, and eventually learns about the owner and her family's past. I liked the realistic quality of the human interactions and conflict. That being said, I found the main character's low self esteem and lack of confidence to be grating, sometimes. She's supposed to be older than I am, but her spineless moments seem better suited to a teenager with little experience in the real world. Also, there were times when a character wouldn't make a logical jump, but they had all the information necessary to make it. There is nothing more frustrating than a writer that makes her characters slow on the uptake. Oh, and the men in the story are all flat, two-dimensional characters--even Sarah's husband and Sylvia's "wild" brother! I think I enjoyed the end more because it meant I was finished with the book than because it actually satisfied me. Everything came together too neatly, like a fairy tale, and all the flaws that made the people realistic before the last two chapters suddenly disappeared or were resolved in a day--including 50 years of bitter animosity. Altogether, I only recommend this if you really like quilting and repressed people, or quaint stories with strong morals and a PG-rating, and not a lot of introspection, deep or otherwise. If you have never quilted, expect your eyes to glaze over when they discuss technique--which is not too often, thankfully. Beautiful patchwork of memories and quilts This one started out a little slow for me. But it quickly picked up. I also wasn't fond of the narration of the voice of Sarah's husband. Thankfully there wasn't too much of that. The story itself was absolutely wonderful, spanning more than 50 years, from before WWI until the present time. The telling of how two sisters learned to quilt and the sibling rivalry that existed between them from the beginning touched me. At first, I thought I wouldn't be interested in continuing this series because of the slow beginning and the male voice narration. But after the first half hour, I was hooked. This series is better than the other similar series that I've read, dealing honestly with the brokenness and pain that families suffer, and the mistakes made early in life that often haunt us decades later. I'm a quilter myself, but most women with family values would enjoy this book. A Hallamark/Lifetime Story This is a simplistic story that would play well on the Lifetime Channel. Most of the characters were underdeveloped. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Wind-Pinball-Audiobook/B010PKOIUW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wind/Pinball Subtitle: Two Novels Author: Haruki Murakami, Ted Goossen - translator Narrator: Kirby Heyborne Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 08-04-15 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 180 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In the spring of 1978, a young Haruki Murakami sat down at his kitchen table and began to write. The result: two remarkable short novels - Hear the Wind Sing and Pinball, 1973 - that launched the career of one of the most acclaimed authors of our time. These powerful, at times surreal, works about two young men coming of age - the unnamed narrator and his friend the Rat - are stories of loneliness, obsession, and eroticism. They bear all the hallmarks of Murakami's later books and form the first two-thirds, with A Wild Sheep Chase, of the Trilogy of the Rat. Widely available in English for the first time ever, newly translated, and featuring a new introduction by Murakami himself, Wind/Pinball gives us a fascinating insight into a great writer's beginnings. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Haruki Murakami) Tue, 04 Aug 2015 16:04:07 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/Fiction/Wind-Pinball-Audiobook/B010PKOIUW thebookvoice.com 07:53:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wind/Pinball Subtitle: Two Novels Author: Haruki Murakami, Ted Goossen - translator Narrator: Kirby Heyborne Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 08-04-15 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 180 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In the spring of 1978, a young Haruki Murakami sat down at his kitchen table and began to write. The result: two remarkable short novels - Hear the Wind Sing and Pinball, 1973 - that launched the career of one of the most acclaimed authors of our time. These powerful, at times surreal, works about two young men coming of age - the unnamed narrator and his friend the Rat - are stories of loneliness, obsession, and eroticism. They bear all the hallmarks of Murakami's later books and form the first two-thirds, with A Wild Sheep Chase, of the Trilogy of the Rat. Widely available in English for the first time ever, newly translated, and featuring a new introduction by Murakami himself, Wind/Pinball gives us a fascinating insight into a great writer's beginnings. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/787/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wind/Pinball Subtitle: Two Novels Author: Haruki Murakami, Ted Goossen - translator Narrator: Kirby Heyborne Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 08-04-15 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 180 votes Genres: Fiction, Contemporary Publisher's Summary: In the spring of 1978, a young Haruki Murakami sat down at his kitchen table and began to write. The result: two remarkable short novels - Hear the Wind Sing and Pinball, 1973 - that launched the career of one of the most acclaimed authors of our time. These powerful, at times surreal, works about two young men coming of age - the unnamed narrator and his friend the Rat - are stories of loneliness, obsession, and eroticism. They bear all the hallmarks of Murakami's later books and form the first two-thirds, with A Wild Sheep Chase, of the Trilogy of the Rat. Widely available in English for the first time ever, newly translated, and featuring a new introduction by Murakami himself, Wind/Pinball gives us a fascinating insight into a great writer's beginnings. Members Reviews: A Must For Murakami Fans The promise of the writer he was to become are evident in these two novellas. It's fun to see that the elements of a Murakami story -- loneliness, sudden death, mysterious women, etc. -- were present from the beginning. These are his first works, and it shows There's an uneven quality to the stories. That said, Heyborne does a brilliant job and this was a very entertaining listen. If you've read one of Murakami's more celebrated novels and weren't that impressed, I think you should probably pass on this. If you're a fan, though, it's a must listen. FOR AMUSEMENT ONLY: Extra Ball at 600,000 points My first exposure to Murakami was in my early college years. I checked out A Wild Sheep Chase (Boku #3) one summer from a military library and after I read it, but before I returned it, the library had mysteriously burned down. I'm not sure if I still owe the library a late fee or not. I had no way to return the book, and after reading it, I didn't ever want to. I saved it from the fire. I saved it from oblivion. It was now mine. Both 'Hear the Wind Sing' and 'Pinball, 1973' are novellas best left to Murakami completists. There are better novels to start with and unless you are going to read more than ten Murakami novels, I wouldn't begin here. Start with 'Wild Sheep Chase' or 'Dance Dance Dance', or 'Norwegian Wood'. \ * / Hear the Wind Sing/Boku #1 \ * / "How can those who live in the light of day possibly comprehend the depth of night?" Nietzche A nice first novel(la) with most all the known Murakami tropes already stirred in. There is music (pop, jazz, classical) with specific references to actual pressings. There are: cats, bars, whiskey, birds, alienation and needy women. Murakami ventures into existential philosophy and Western literature (both real and fake). It is all there. Things that would later pop up again and again in his later, stronger novels. It isn't a river that flows very fast. This isn't a page turner. It is Gyokuro tea-steeping slowly. It is watching the stray leaves spiral to the center in a cracked, stoneware cup. It is the light and shadows dancing on you, while you sit in the shade watching people walk in and out of view. It is relaxing, interesting, and soon all you have left is the tasseography of a cold cup. \ * / Pinball, 1973/Boku #2 \ * / So many dreams, so many disappointments, so many promises.