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Holding Up the Universe Audiobook by Jennifer Niven

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jennifer Niven) — Tue, 04 Oct 2016 04:38:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Holding Up the Universe Author: Jennifer Niven Narrator: Jorjeana Marie, Robbie Daymond Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 10-04-16 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 313 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: From the author of the New York Times best-seller All the Bright Places comes a heart-wrenching story about what it means to see someone - and love someone - for who they truly are. Everyone thinks they know Libby Strout, the girl once dubbed "America's Fattest Teen". But no one's taken the time to look past her weight to get to know who she really is. Following her mom's death, she's been picking up the pieces in the privacy of her home, dealing with her heartbroken father and her own grief. Now Libby's ready: for high school, for new friends, for love, and for every possibility life has to offer. In that moment I know the part I want to play here at MVB High. I want to be the girl who can do anything. Everyone thinks they know Jack Masselin, too. Yes, he's got swagger, but he's also mastered the impossible art of giving people what they want, of fitting in. What no one knows is that Jack has a newly acquired secret: He can't recognize faces. Even his own brothers are strangers to him. He's the guy who can reengineer and rebuild anything in new and badass ways, but he can't understand what's going on with the inner workings of his brain. So he tells himself to play it cool: Be charming. Be hilarious. Don't get too close to anyone. Until he meets Libby. When the two get tangled up in a cruel high school game - which lands them in group counseling and community service - Libby and Jack are both pissed, and then surprised. Because the more time they spend together, the less alone they feel. Because sometimes when you meet someone, it changes the world, theirs and yours. Jennifer Niven delivers another poignant, exhilarating love story about finding that person who sees you for who you are - and seeing them right back. Critic Reviews: "[Niven] creates two indelible characters and a heart-stopping romance." (Publishers Weekly) "Written in short chapters of alternating perspectives, this is a thoughtful exploration of identity and self-acceptance, with commentary on overcoming adversities that will hit close to home." (School Library Journal) Members Reviews: We Need Diverse Books Niven follows the movement and offers an obese heroine and a hero with prosopagnosia. In the world of YA, her writing style is engaging as was this book. Her first, All the Bright Places, was amazing. This one is interesting, but lacks the connection between the two main characters. They just started liking each other after a rather traumatizing beginning and I never understood why. Seemed a little forced. Decent Story It wasn't horrible, certainly, but I guess I was just expecting more. I knew the ending before the halfway point and the closer it got to the ending the more I felt the author just rushed to finish. The relationship between the main characters felt inauthentic at times, and it took some time to warm up to Jorjeana Marie's (voice of Libby) speech style and cadence. All in all it's a decent read if you're used to Jennifer's writing style and want a simple teen "love story".

Hush, Hush Audiobook by Becca Fitzpatrick

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Becca Fitzpatrick) — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 09:13:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hush, Hush Subtitle: Hush, Hush Trilogy, Book 1 Author: Becca Fitzpatrick Narrator: Caitlin Greer Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 10-13-09 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1035 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: But after a series of terrifying encounters, Nora's not sure whom to trust. Patch seems to be everywhere she is and seems to know more about her than her closest friends. She can't decide whether she should fall into his arms or run and hide. And when she tries to seek some answers, she finds herself near a truth that is way more unsettling than anything Patch makes her feel. For she is right in the middle of an ancient battle between the immortal and those who have fallen -- and, when it comes to choosing sides, the wrong choice will cost Nora her life. Members Reviews: Hush, Hush perfect young adult book I sadly realized this book was a little young for me. The book is similiar to Fallen, which I have listened to as well. The reader is easy to listen to and keeps you in the book. Very good book. Inklings Read Reviews: Hush, Hush I have a love/hate relationship with this book for one big reason: Why does Patch have to be such a jerk!? I mean, yeah I get that he has his reasons, but still. Im growing tired of seeing YA characters falling for assholes. I also hate the fact even with him being such a jerk, I still fell for him just like Nora. I dont know what it is that makes him so damn attractive. Really, it was quite frustrating! Can you say STALKER? I think the police would have been called by chapter 4 if I was Nora. My initial reaction to Hush, Hush, was that it was going to be just like Twilight. Initial bio scene anyone? I was pleasantly surprised to find that the plot was quite original. It really picked up toward the end leaving me wanting more! I was super intrigued by Patch and his past. Hes such a mysterious character. At first I hated the dynamic between Nora and Patch, but Fitzpatricks writing quickly changed that. She wrote some super sexy and cute moments between the two. In the end, I fell for the sexy jerk of a fallen angel. Ill be honest that there were one or two parts I found VERY predictable. Other than that, this was a great listen and I will definitely be continuing the series! On another note: Caitlin Greer is a great narrator. Enjoyable A fun read with a somewhat new twist on an older story of angels and Nephilim. I got a bit irritated by the main characters at times, but overall I still enjoyed the book. Good story, narrator not so good As a recent connoisseur of young adult fiction, mainly the para romance type, this book was recommended to me. As I am a 30 something mom of two, the only way to "read" a book is to have one read to me. I found the narrator distracting, and sometimes horrible. At one point she had to demonstrate an Irish accent that was just this side off laughable. With that being said, I thought the story itself was pretty good, although I was having a hard time relating to the main character at times, I will chalk this up to the fact that I am not 15 anymore. I would recommend this book to others, but probably not the audio version. Uggghh! This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? A 10 year old girl Would you ever listen to anything by Becca Fitzpatrick again? Maybe How did the narrator detract from the book? Every word she said detracted from the book. I kept finding myself cringe each time she would talk. 8 hours of cringing. Just because the genre is young adult doesn't mean it needs to be read in an exaggerated pre-teen voice.

Pandemonium Audiobook by Lauren Oliver

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Lauren Oliver) — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 13:23:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Pandemonium Author: Lauren Oliver Narrator: Sarah Drew Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 02-28-12 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2391 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: I'm pushing aside the memory of my nightmare, pushing aside thoughts of Alex, pushing aside thoughts of Hana and my old school, push, push, push, like Raven taught me to do. The old life is dead. But the old Lena is dead too. I buried her. I left her beyond a fence, behind a wall of smoke and flame. Lauren Oliver delivers an electrifying follow-up to her acclaimed New York Times best seller, Delirium. This riveting, brilliant novel crackles with the fire of fierce defiance, forbidden romance, and the sparks of a revolution about to ignite. Members Reviews: A Great Sequel !! Okay. I'll admit it. When I first started listening to this audiobook, I was doing so just because I read the first book and I wanted to know what happened to Alex and Lana, and to see if they made it into the Wilds safely. Once that was figured out (sorry, I'm not giving any spoilers), I did find the story, and the "Now" and "Then" perspectives just a bit confusing to me...but I quickly got with the program. In this follow-up to Delirium, we see Lana's character grow immensely and really come into herself. We also see the introduction of an almost entirely new cast of characters. There are so many things that I would love to go into about Alex, Julian, and her Lana's mom, but that would be giving away just too many potential spoilers...and it would totally ruin the experience for anyone about to listen to the book. Just know that Sarah Drew does a wonderful job at expressing the emotion in Lana's voice; and that is definitely needed in this book because poor Lana is put to so many tests, emotionally and physically. Let me just say that by the end of the book I was (literally) sitting on the edge of my bed, wide-eyed, and by the last words uttered by the narrator, I was cursing out loud because the book was over and I cannot believe that Lauren Oliver expects us to sit and wait until February, 2013 for Requiem to come out so we can find out what happens next!!!!! Remarkably Mature for YA As an editor at Audible there are a couple awesome perks of my job. One of the best ones is that occasionally I can get my hands on the pre-pub galley of a book before it hits the shelves of any bookstore . And sometimes there is a book Im simply DYING to get my hands on as soon as possible, like Pandemonium. I read this book way before the audio recording was even ready devouring it over a weekend, ignoring all but the most critical commitments. This is one of those series that crosses formats for me. I love it so much that I read it (twice) and am now listening to it too. If there was a movie Id probably line up with girls half my age and squeal until being let into the theater. A lot of YA titles work like this they are so readily consumable and the stories are so fast-paced that you just get swept along and want to experience the story over and over and in different ways. Not everyone is going to love this book (and series) the way I do. I know its not for everyone, but it totally worked for me. Lauren Oliver has come up with a decidedly compelling dystopian concept: Love is illegal and surgically removed from everyone at the age of 18. Her heroine is perhaps less unique: Lena originally believes in the strict society and all of its rules, but as she falls in love she turns against them. But dont dismiss this as a teenage first-love sob-fest though Delirium could be accurately described this way.

Geekerella Audiobook by Ashley Poston

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ashley Poston) — Tue, 04 Apr 2017 02:35:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Geekerella Subtitle: A Novel Author: Ashley Poston Narrator: Tristan Morris, Eileen Stevens Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 04-04-17 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 896 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Geek girl Elle Wittimer lives and breathes Starfield, the classic science-fiction series she grew up watching with her late father. So when she sees a cosplay contest for a new Starfield movie, she has to enter. The prize? An invitation to the ExcelsiCon Cosplay Ball and a meet-and-greet with the actor slated to play Federation Prince Carmindor in the reboot. With savings from her gig at the Magic Pumpkin food truck and her dad's old costume, Elle's determined to win - unless her stepsisters get there first. Teen actor Darien Freeman used to live for cons - before he was famous. Now they're nothing but autographs and awkward meet-and-greets. Playing Carmindor is all he has ever wanted, but Starfield fandom has written him off as just another dumb heartthrob. As ExcelsiCon draws near, Darien feels more and more like a fake - until he meets a girl who shows him otherwise. But when she disappears at midnight, will he ever be able to find her again? Part-romance, part-love letter to nerd culture, and all totally adorbs, Geekerella is a fairy tale for anyone who believes in the magic of fandom. Members Reviews: Fresh new take on the Cinderella tale I'm what you would call an older woman :-), but I always love a good Cinderella spin off. This book was a nice and well done. The storyline was modernized and well written. If you were looking for a light fun read this is it. Regarding the audiobook though, there are a lot of editing errors, such as repeated sentences. But I easily overlooked those as I enjoyed the story so much. A Charming Cinderella Story, More than Just a Retelling Poston does a brilliant job of lovingly grafting the odds and ends of contemporary geek culture over the age-old tale of Cinderella. We all know the story, and all the re-imaginings can easily come off as worn and tired. But Poston's retelling, like any good fairy tale told and retold over time, gives us the heartbeat of the time and space from which it springs. The writing is brisk and humorous, and the characters are constructed with care and wit. Stevens and Morris provide solid performances, and their voices serve Poston's narrative brilliantly. I enjoyed it immensely! Fun Cinderella story & all the things I love about con This is a fun take on Cinderella. It also has the moments I love about going to a SciFi Con. It is sweet and fun - but still solidly read. I really enjoyed it. Bad editing The story itself is a fun spin on a classic Cinderella story. The editing of the audio book however definitely needs working on. Multiple times there are lines which are repeated for no reason and other bad editing notes. Absolutely Loved it!! Both narrations and the story were perfect. This is the first time I felt so connected to a main character in a story. My favorite part was was not just the texts but when Elle started converting Sage to a Star Gunner and kept Darian updated on the progress. it was one my most favorite scenes after Darian's first stunt scene for the movie and second to the last few scenes when Sage breaks entry into the Country club.

Snow Like Ashes Audiobook by Sara Raasch

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sara Raasch) — Tue, 14 Oct 2014 11:12:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Snow Like Ashes Author: Sara Raasch Narrator: Kate Rudd Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-14 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 723 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Sixteen years ago the Kingdom of Winter was conquered and its citizens enslaved, leaving them without magic or a monarch. Now the Winterians' only hope for freedom is the eight survivors who managed to escape, and who have been waiting for the opportunity to steal back Winter's magic and rebuild the kingdom ever since. Orphaned as an infant during Winter's defeat, Meira has lived her whole life as a refugee, raised by the Winterians' general, Sir. Training to be a warrior - and desperately in love with her best friend and future king, Mather - she would do anything to help Winter rise to power again. So when scouts discover the location of the ancient locket that can restore their magic, Meira decides to go after it herself. Finally, she's scaling towers and fighting enemy soldiers just as she's always dreamed she would. But the mission doesn't go as planned, and Meira soon finds herself thrust into a world of evil magic and dangerous politics - and ultimately comes to realize that her destiny is not, never has been, her own. Sara Raasch's debut fantasy is a lightning-fast tale of loyalty, love, and finding one's destiny. Members Reviews: A decent read What about Kate Rudds performance did you like? Everything. I love all her work; she's awesome! Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? No. And that's exactly why I didn't give it a perfect score. I enjoyed it and it kept me entertained, but it wasn't anything to rave about. Any additional comments? It was ok. I don't think there was anything wrong with the book, I liked the characters, the pacing was good, it didn't annoy me (not once, so that is saying a lot) and it kept me entertained. I just didn't LOVE any of it. Maybe I was just not really into the actual plot of the story, with the seasons and the rhythms and the conduits and all that jazz. In any case, I won't be jumping off the walls to read the second, but I most definitely plan on reading it. Forced Love Triangle, Self-Absorbed Main Character Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? Not really, I struggled the whole way through the book and dreaded listening to it on my daily commute. I was trying to give it a chance so I finished it, but I won't bother with the others in the series. What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting? The premise is interesting, with the different seasons and magic. The forced love triangle was painful, but the worst was the main character's lack of growth. There were so many times that I just wanted to slap the girl for her selfishness and self-pity and yet there was no arc where she ever redeemed herself. What about Kate Rudds performance did you like? She captured the main character's personality fairly well, and some of the minor characters, though I think some work should be done to make sure the different voices stand out more from each other, especially with male characters which can be very difficult. Was Snow Like Ashes worth the listening time? No. Sadly, it was not. Any additional comments? I wanted to like this book, I really did, but the main character killed the whole premise for me. Narrator The narrator can make a world of difference in an audible book. I have listened to this one before and was quickly reminded how every voice is the same.

When Dimple Met Rishi Audiobook by Sandhya Menon

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sandhya Menon) — Tue, 30 May 2017 00:24:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When Dimple Met Rishi Author: Sandhya Menon Narrator: Vikas Adam, Sneha Mathan Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-17 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 400 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Now that Dimple Shah has graduated, she's ready for a break from her family - especially from Mamma's inexplicable obsession with her finding the Ideal Indian Husband. Ugh. But Dimple knows that her mother must respect that she isn't interested in doing that right now - otherwise she wouldn't have paid for her to attend a summer program for aspiring web developers, right? Rishi Patel is a hopeless romantic, so when his parents tell him that his future wife will be attending the same summer program as him - during which he'll have to woo her - he's totally onboard. Because as silly as it sounds to most people in his life, Rishi believes in the power of tradition, stability, and being a part of something much bigger than himself. Although their parents hadn't planned suggesting the arrangement so soon, when their kids signed up for the same summer program, they figured why not? Members Reviews: Let's say it together...Awe! Any additional comments? The fact that this book would have an HEA was never in dispute. It was just a matter of what the couple went through to get there. I loved how the"obstacles" were real and not just some miscommunication that pulled/kept them apart. Dimple and Rishi get my vote as the cutest couple of the year. This is the first time in my history of reading fiction that I had hoped for an epilogue. Things were resolved quite satisfactorily but I would have loved a fast forward to what they were doing or their wedding or to how the parents felt about their matchmaking. The narration Blew. Me. Away. The chapters were told in first person POV and I had to check often to confirm that this was a solo narration effort. It sounded like two people!!! Sneha Mathan just nailed it. I loved this couple. I loved how they met. I loved how they made each other better. I got the feels. Loved this story! I wanted try a different genre aside from my usual and I do not regret it. This was such a beautiful love story that was educational from a cultral standpoint. The chatacters were very relatable and I hung on to every word. Takes me to when I was 18 When I bought the book - I read loads of reviews claiming this book is cute, and there were lots of comments about the cultural side of things. I think those are the just backdrop items in the overall story. what I loved about this book was how it took me back to when I was 18, confused about life, unable to articulate my feelings, when heartbreaks felt raw and stung worse than I could imagine, about how I thought I understood the world and my place in it. What I truly enjoyed about this book was going back to that, and relating to that version of myself. And that is what I really enjoyed about this book, the way that it took me back to my thoughts and feelings when I was young and just leaving home for college. If you want to recapture that thought, then buy this book. disappointing The narrators were good though sometimes the man's voice for Dimple was weird and cringey. The story itself was a let down. I was expecting a story about a girl with a passion for coding who pursues this career and invests her time in the competition she so 'desperately' wants to win. Instead I got 400 pages of Dimple slut shaming other girls, criticizing the rich kids for breathing, hitting Rishi, manipulating Rishi, and Dimple being the exact definition of "not like other girls".

Shadow Kiss Audiobook by Richelle Mead

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Richelle Mead) — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 17:59:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Shadow Kiss Subtitle: Vampire Academy, Book 3 Author: Richelle Mead Narrator: Khristine Hvam Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs Language: English Release date: 02-03-09 Publisher: Penguin Group USA and Audible Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2325 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Is Rose's fate to kill the person she loves most? It's springtime at St. Vladimir's Academy, and Rose Hathaway is this close to graduation. Since Mason's death, Rose hasn't been feeling quite right. She has dark flashbacks in the middle of practice, can't concentrate in class, and has terrifying dreams about Lissa. But Rose has an even bigger secret.... She's in love with Dimitri. And this time, it's way more than a crush. Then Strigoi target the academy in the deadliest attack in Moroi history, and Dimitri is taken. Rose must protect Lissa at all costs, but keeping her best friend safe could mean losing Dimitri forever.... Members Reviews: This Series Keeps Getting Better Where does Shadow Kiss rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? Shadow Kiss is among the best audiobooks in its genre and is easily the best book in the series so far. The world and characters that were introduced to readers in the first two books really come to life in the third. Who was your favorite character and why? It's a tie between Rose Hathaway and Christian Ozera. These two have been solid throughout the series, but the bond that they share is a highlight of Shadow Kiss and helps both of their characters to grow in new and really exciting ways. Which character as performed by Khristine Hvam was your favorite? Christian Ozera. Khristine is able to perfectly capture the snark and dark wit that everyone loves about him. Any additional comments? Shadow Kiss is funny, action-packed, and full of great character moments, and all of this leads up to an explosive finish. The last chapters of the book will have you pulling out your hair, only to leave you dying to read the fourth book. The ending is amazing, but Vampire Academy may be left forever changed. Awsome book!! Really exciting book. Believe me, this is the best of all the vampire academy series. In this book, Rose Hathaway kept seeing ghosts (Mason). Did he come for revenge, or for something else? I read the whole series in less than a week, great book. Can't wait for the next book everybook in this series has been good but this one was the best one yet. LOVE THIS SERIES!!!!!! I cant get enough of this series. I am sooo into the YA / Desperate love story type of books these days. This story will tug at your heart alot and make you cheer for the characters. Beautifuly writen. Cannot wait to read more of her stuff. Im flying thru the Vamp Academy series. High ranking in my opinion. Highly recommend this book to anyone no matter what your age. Sooo into the paranormal romance novels. If you like vampire, paranormal, desperate, forbidden love stories then you will love this book series. Series is getting more intense! So far the 3rd book is my favorite of the series. The first 2 are really good, but this one has more action and the characters are filling out more emotionally. The voices still sound like their to young but the story is good enough to look past that. The last few hours you can't stop listening. I loved the ending and can't wait for the 4th book. I believe there are going to be 6 total books. Great Listen!

Dumplin' Audiobook by Julie Murphy

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Julie Murphy) — Tue, 15 Sep 2015 17:11:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dumplin' Author: Julie Murphy Narrator: Eileen Stevens Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 09-15-15 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 635 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: For fans of John Green and Rainbow Rowell comes this powerful novel with the most fearless heroine - self-proclaimed fat girl Willowdean Dickson - from Julie Murphy, the acclaimed author of Side Effects May Vary. With starry Texas nights, red candy suckers, Dolly Parton songs, and a wildly unforgettable heroine, Dumplin' is guaranteed to steal your heart. Dubbed "Dumplin'" by her former beauty queen mom, Willowdean has always been at home in her own skin. Her thoughts on having the ultimate bikini body? Put a bikini on your body. With her all-American-beauty best friend, Ellen, by her side, things have always worked...until Will takes a job at Harpy's, the local fast-food joint. There she meets Private School Bo, a hot former jock. Will isn't surprised to find herself attracted to Bo. But she is surprised when he seems to like her back. Instead of finding new heights of self-assurance in her relationship with Bo, Will starts to doubt herself. So she sets out to take back her confidence by doing the most horrifying thing she can imagine: entering the Miss Teen Blue Bonnet Pageant - along with several other unlikely candidates - to show the world that she deserves to be up there as much as any twiggy girl does. Along the way she'll shock the hell out of Clover City - and maybe herself most of all. Members Reviews: I could read it again and again Dumplin was such a wonderful story about self love and self acceptance. From the first sentence willow dean Dixon had me captivated by her wonderful personality. Being a bigger woman myself, this novel touched my heart and soul. The storyline was perfect, the narration was impeccable and this book had me laughing and crying and jumping for joy. Enjoyable heartwarming story Weight is not a number on a scale but what you hold inside you. Until you learn how to accept it no one else can either. This book is a coming of age story of a young women who thought she was strong until she faced a true test. Dumplin is a heartwarming story about beautiful strong characters and what they are made up on the inside. It breaks stereo types and shows you never know someone until you walk in their shoes. This book is not just about the main character its also about all the people around her how much a positive influence can help someone else. Its a story about a young women who is willing to give up some of her social currency to help another. Feel good book Wish I had books like these when I was a teenager, this was such a sweet coming of age story. I loved it and the narrator did it justice. Southern comfort This pageant story set in Texas is not what you might expect, even if you knew it featured a self-described fat girl. Willow Dean is a complex character, and so are her friends and beaus. The narration sweeps you away with a little bit of the south in it, but not so much as to be overwhelming. Great Story This is a story that will touch the heart of every girl and woman who have ever struggled with self hate and yearn for self acceptance. I wish that the language was tempered back a bit as there are many places where the "f" word could have been left out and still maintained the effectiveness of the intended tone. It did not, in this case, add to the development of characters nor did it add to the conflict and overall message. Contrary to popular belief, not all young adults use this type of brash vocabulary to cover up their true selves.

I Am the Messenger Audiobook by Markus Zusak

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Markus Zusak) — Wed, 20 Sep 2006 16:20:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Am the Messenger Author: Markus Zusak Narrator: Marc Aden Gray Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 09-20-06 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 750 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: That's when the first ace arrives in the mail. That's when Ed becomes the messenger. Chosen to care, he makes his way through town helping and hurting (when necessary), until only one question remains: Who's behind Ed's mission? Critic Reviews: "Zusak succeeds brilliantly." (Booklist) "Zusak's characters, styling, and conversations are believably unpretentious, well conceived, and appropriately raw. Together, these key elements fuse into an enigmatically dark, almost film-noir atmosphere." (School Library Journal) Members Reviews: brillant narration I'm sure this book has some underlaying message, but I'm not sure what it is. In spite of that, it is interesting and entertaining. Marc Aden Gray's narration is so good he made me care more for the character than I would have if I'd read it myself. Clever read I had previously listened to "The Book Thief", which I found relavent to my life experience. "I Am the Messenger", started off a little slow and I was prepared to be disappointed. However, I stuck with it and I am glad I did. At the end Zusak does a marvelous job of pulling the whole thing together to offer a powerful message that we "average" people can benefit from knowing. I will recommend this book to many of my friends who enjoy a relatively profound and exceptionally clever read. LOVE I loved loved this book. After only reading the Book Thief by Zusak, I wasn't sure what to expect, as is sometimes the way when you fall in love with one title from an author, then to be a bit disappointed by another. Not the case here. I loved the story, the journey, the message. Funny, inspiring, endearing, I will definitely go back to it again. Sweet and Hilarious I'm not sure what I was expecting when I picked this book out for my Goodreads YA Book Club Spring Challenge, but as I started listening to it on a drive down to Arlington, VA, I knew it was not what I was expecting at all. I don't think anyone expects this book. That's part of what's so great about it. The downside is, I'm not sure how to describe it. Ed Kennedy, an Australian cab driver who admits to being bad at sex and doing his taxes within the first few pages, is having a midlife crisis and he's only 19. He's hopelessly in love with his friend, Audrey, and perplexed by his other friends, and his tense relationship with his foul-mouthed mother. After he unexpectedly thwarts a bank robbery, his life becomes even more confusing courtesy of mysterious playing cards he receives in the mail. Each card prompts him to come to the aid of someone else who needs support in a difficult time, and with each person he helps, Ed begins to make sense of his own life and constructs some meaning for himself. has many moments of poetry This is a wonderful book full of interesting characters that are in front of you everywhere ....and especially Ed, the main character. The writing is poetic,heartbreaking,heartwarming....insightful. There is a mystery in this story that keeps you listening to the very end. The narrator is a perfect match to the story and adds to it with his interpretation of the characters. I highly recommend this story.

Unravel Me Audiobook by Tahereh Mafi

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Tahereh Mafi) — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 14:40:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unravel Me Subtitle: Shatter Me, Book 2 Author: Tahereh Mafi Narrator: Kate Simses Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 02-05-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 964 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: tick tick tick tick tick it's almost time for war. Juliette has escaped to Omega Point. It is a place for people like her - people with gifts - and it is also the headquarters of the rebel resistance. She's finally free from The Reestablishment, free from their plan to use her as a weapon, and free to love Adam. But Juliette will never be free from her lethal touch. Or from Warner, who wants Juliette more than she ever thought possible. In this exhilarating sequel to Shatter Me, Juliette has to make life-changing decisions between what she wants and what she thinks is right. Decisions that might involve choosing between her heart - and Adam's life. Members Reviews: When Superheros meet dystopian teen romance I can recall listening to Shatter Me some months ago and being extremely irritated with Juliettes weakness. She is so incredibly whiney, and I understand why, but come on already. All she ever wanted was to be accepted. Now she is. She is surrounded by supernatural beings, yet she continues to whine whine whine. Oh I just learned I have amazing super strength? Let me whine about how this power is useful in killing. Oh theres a war happening? Let me whine about my lovelife. Geez Louise, she is so complainy. However, I absolutely adore this series. I just cant put my finger on it, but it just draws me in. The author, Tahereh Mafi, has such a strange writing style. Everything she says is a metaphor; then she will go on to explain that its a metaphor. So, so strange. But, I love it. I love how Juliette will be complaining that there are no words to describe what she is feeling, so she will go on to list the types of words there are. Something like, There are no prepositions, adverbs, or verbs to describe how Im feeling. I think if I were actually reading the story, I would be annoyed, but Kate Simses depicts all of the characters in a loveable way. She is extremely talented have you heard how she does James voice? Genius! What Made Unravel Me Work: Kenji. He is the comic relief of the story that actually had me laughing out loud. He is the voice of reason that puts Juliette in her place. He is funny, has a tragic past, but he still carries an air of mystery to him that makes him a pivotal member of the series. The romance. Even though it drives me loony on occasion, I am still completely invested in Juliettes tragic love-life. She is split between Adam and Warner which is so awesome. I know love triangles are getting a bit overdone, but it is some juicy drama. Im not going to get into details over what exactly transpires, but its fantastic. The mystery. Some may argue that this story is a tad predictable. Maybe it is. But, I dont care.

Easy Audiobook by Tammara Webber

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Tammara Webber) — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 06:13:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Easy Author: Tammara Webber Narrator: Tara Sands Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 10-25-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1198 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: A girl who believes trust can be misplaced, promises are made to be broken, and loyalty is an illusion. A boy who believes truth is relative, lies can mask unbearable pain, and guilt is eternal. Will what they find in each other validate their conclusions, or disprove them all? Members Reviews: Didn't Want to Stop Listening I listened to this book in one day! I usually save books for when I'm traveling for work, but I couldn't wait. I think the summary is deliberately vague because it's too easy to give spoilers or miss the mark when describing this book. You feel invested in the characters from the start...It manages some difficult topics without being over-the-top. The narrator was a good choice - she managed college-aged voices very well and her male voices were fairly good. I actually loved this book (and not only because it was so inexpensive)! Easy and Enjoyable Listen I really enjoyed this book from beginning to end. I'm absolutely in love with YA /New Adult romance books and this one definitely delivered. There's some very serious subject matter in this book and the author did a good job of making it real and not glossed over. I would not suggest this one to the under 16 crowd. Overall this was an empowering book for young woman and it was a thoroughly enjoyable listen. There are some predictable parts (this is romance) but the story had a fresh feel to it. I really didn't want this story to end and I had a hard time letting go of the characters. 5 stars! Best book I've read all year!! If you could sum up Easy in three words, what would they be? Touching, enthralling, and deep? Who was your favorite character and why? Lucas, because of how he acted during and in response to the incident involving Jacqueline. Which scene was your favorite? This one: Not. Your. Fault." I nodded again, holding onto his words like they were redemption. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? YES!! Any additional comments? One of the best books I've ever read!! Loved it, but don't think much was 'Easy' about it STORY (new adult romance) - Easy is a contemporary romance which takes place on a college campus involving college students. There are some difficult issues and a lot going on besides just the romance...BUT...it is what it is, a college romance. I'm an adult with a grown child and it was still a great escape for me, but you may think differently. There's are classes, roommates, parties, fights, breakups, hookups, etc. Nevertheless, I loved it. The story is told from Jacqueline's perspective. She is a music major who's just been dumped by her long-term boyfriend. She meets Lucas, who has kind of a bad-boy image, but he's noticed Jacqueline. He's sensitive, romantic, sexy...and complicated. They have some issues which must be overcome before they can have a relationship, but I won't spoil them in this review. I will say that I wouldn't have titled this book "Easy." PERFORMANCE - She reads with good expression, and the "male" voice she gives Lucas is pretty good. Some of Jacqueline's female friends, however, sound a bit too bouncy or nasally for my personal taste. All in all, though, she does a good job. OVERALL - This is Book 1 of the series, but it stands alone. I understand Book 2 tells the same story from Lucas' perspective and gives a bit more detail in some areas.

A Thousand Pieces of You Audiobook by Claudia Gray

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Claudia Gray) — Tue, 04 Nov 2014 00:56:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Thousand Pieces of You Subtitle: Firebird, Book 1 Author: Claudia Gray Narrator: Tavia Gilbert Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 11-04-14 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 416 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: A thousand lives. A thousand possibilities. One fate. Marguerite Caine grew up surrounded by cutting-edge scientific theories, thanks to her brilliant physicist parents. Yet nothing is more astounding than her mother's latest invention - a device called the Firebird, which allows people to leap into alternate dimensions. When Marguerite's father is murdered, all the evidence points to one person - Paul, her parents' enigmatic star student. Before the law can touch him, Paul escapes into another dimension, having committed what seems like the perfect crime. But he didn't count on Marguerite. She doesn't know if she can kill a man, but she's going to find out. With the help of another physics student, Theo, Marguerite chases Paul through various dimensions. In each new world Marguerite leaps to, she meets another version of Paul that has her doubting his guilt and questioning her heart. Is she doomed to repeat the same betrayal? As Marguerite races through these wildly different lives - a grand duchess in a Tsarist Russia, a club-hopping orphan in a futuristic London, a refugee from worldwide flooding on a station in the heart of the ocean - she is swept into an epic love affair as dangerous as it is irresistible. Editorial Reviews: Editors Select, November 2014 - I admit I was initially drawn to this book by its beautiful cover, so when I found out the genre was young adult sci-fi, I was instantly on board. Marguerite is the daughter of two brilliant scientists. Her parents with the help of two research assistants, Paul and Theo have invented the Firebird: the first device to enable inter-dimensional travel. But when Paul betrays them, murdering her father and stealing the Firebird, Marguerite and Theo embark on a dangerous chase through parallel dimensions to exact revenge. Claudia Gray combines action, suspense, sci-fi, and romance to create an adventure you simply cant put down. Im looking forward to the next chapter in this series! Sam, Audible Editor Members Reviews: Sliders meets Cloud Atlas for Teens What made the experience of listening to A Thousand Pieces of You the most enjoyable? I used to love the show Sliders. Experiencing every possible new earth that could've been. Claudia Gray also gives a sort of Cloud Atlas some souls are meant to be together type of thing. Has some great twists. That's refreshing when it seems like so many books have become mind-numbingly predictable. While I would have preferred no hint another teen love triangle, this one doesn't seem so bad. But maybe I'm the only one who doesn't get a thrill from dangling two guys at once. It's so popular in YA, but I don't get it. Ok, I put my soapbox away. I gave it 5-stars all-around because it is well-written and so much FUN. Some really gorgeous sentences here. Glad to see this in YA! This my first experience of Gray's work and I can't wait to try her others. What other book might you compare A Thousand Pieces of You to and why? Timebound by Rysa Walker - similar rhythm but time travel. Full of heroic romance. Every Day by David Levithan - Equally awesome. This person jumps into a different body everyday. It's thoughtful. No love triangle. The Blood Vivicanti by Becket - Blood memories give Mary Paige the abilities of her victims, who don't die and experience euphoria when bitten. Full of adventure and gadgets.

Spirit Bound Audiobook by Richelle Mead

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Richelle Mead) — Tue, 18 May 2010 13:56:07 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Spirit Bound Subtitle: Vampire Academy, Book 5 Author: Richelle Mead Narrator: Emily Shaffer Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 05-18-10 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1912 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: After a long and heartbreaking journey to Dimitris birthplace in Siberia, Rose Hathaway has finally returned to St. Vladimirsand to her best friend, Lissa. It is nearly graduation, and the girls cant wait for their real lives beyond the Academys iron gates to begin. But Roses heart still aches for Dimitri, and she knows hes out there, somewhere. She failed to kill him when she had the chance. And now her worst fears are about to come true. Dimitri has tasted her blood, and now he is hunting her. And this time he wont rest until Rose joins him . . . forever. Members Reviews: The gang is back together Rose and Demetri will never catch a break! Strigoi Demetri is pursuing newly graduated Guardian Rose and it does get exciting. The last book left you excited to see what happens next and this one leave you saying,"Wait! what? That is the middle of a chapter not an ending!" I really hope they land on a recurring narrator for the next one. This narrator was so distracting that it took away from two of my favorite characters [Demetri and Adrian] Her male voices were terrible and distracting. I loved the story, but my advice would be to preview before downloading. The narrator nearly ruined it for me. Very Good Want More As usual Richelle Mead does not disappoint. It was a smooth transition from the last book and she left me wanting more and more... Ah how long before the next book!!! Emily Shaffer Man o man! Why couldn't Emily Shaffer have narrated the entire series?? She's really grown on me and captures the characters well. I enjoyed this book far more than the other gals narrations! loved it! I really enjoyed the whole series so far. I'm glad they brought the girl that does the different accents and different voices for the characters 5 Star Series! I have listened to this book about 20 times so far. I absolutely love this series! I also think that Emily Shaffer is an amazing narrator. if you liked these books I would also recommend the Bloodlines series, written and read by the same people.

Spurn Audiobook by Jaymin Eve

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jaymin Eve) — Thu, 16 Feb 2017 12:10:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Spurn Subtitle: A Walker Saga, Book Two Author: Jaymin Eve Narrator: Eva Kaminsky Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 02-16-17 Publisher: Jaymin Eve Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 209 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: A paranormal romance series. An epic journey. If the Seventine are released, will anyone survive? Book two in the Walker Saga follows Abigail and her friends as they tame the world of Spurn. Go to Spurn, she was told. Oh, and by the way the planet is 95 percent water and the inhabitants are hybrid fish. Of course, no one seems to care that Abigail can't swim. Surprisingly, jetting off to a water planet is not the weirdest thing to happen this week. But she's on a deadline to the find the first half-Walker girl, as the very essences of the seven worlds are starting to unravel. And with each Seventine release, the chaos ricochets further. Of course, with her Walker energy causing havoc and the savage Spurns...well, it's safe to say nothing so far has gone to plan. And on top of that, a bombshell she did not see coming. Secrets are revealed and loyalties challenged, but with her best friend and soul mate by her side, can she really lose out? Members Reviews: Eye rolling over the top drama got old..... This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? *spoiler alert* Had to give this up about 1/3 of the way in. I like this author, enjoyed her Compass series, and the first book of this series was pretty good, but I just got fed up with the heroine when she turns away her all powerful fated mate because she felt "betrayed" (sob!) and she doesnt want him to "get hurt or killed" on her heroic journey to save the world. Seriously? There is another habit of the this writer that I have found frustrating in all of her books is that the characters take time outs in the middle of suspenseful scenes to have long inner dialogues or stupid conversations, all the while you are waiting for the scene to unfold, the bad guy to show up. Sigh..... Has Spurn turned you off from other books in this genre? No, but definitely by this author What do you think the narrator could have done better? She tends to over-emphasize at the end of sentences and phrases. Does not have a natural flow. Liked the first narrator in the Compass series. Can't wait for #3 to be released on audio! Love all things Jaymin's and this series is no different. Narrator is excellent, really enjoyed listening to her performance. Definitely recommend this series and author!! I love this series the narration gets better with time. bot sure if it's just me switching through so many books but I really enjoyed it after the first few chapters. the character are fun to get to know. They feel like people you could actually meet. except one and I hope she develops more after her heartache, or at least that her character is only that way because of her heartache. can't wait to finish the next book so I can see what happens. I would definitely recommend this book. Great story! First book was slow & rough to get through but this second book of the saga was a lot better. Ends on a crazy note.. I need to find out what happens!? Downloading third book now! Narration, very good. She does well with male voices and accents! Some books can be great stories but narration just blows the whole book for me. #yayo seriously addicting, I had to come back n give 5 stars n write a review, because I was legit addicted I'm actually on the 4th book

Autoboyography Audiobook by Christina Lauren

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Christina Lauren) — Tue, 12 Sep 2017 16:10:22 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Autoboyography Author: Christina Lauren Narrator: Deacon Lee, Kyle Mason Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 98 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Includes an extended interview with Christina Hobbs, Lauren Billings, and narrator Deacon Lee! Fangirl meets Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda in this funny and poignant coming-of-age novel from New York Times best-selling author Christina Lauren about two boys who fall in love in a writing class - one from a progressive family and the other from a conservative religious community. Three years ago Tanner Scott's family relocated from California to Utah, a move that nudged the bisexual teen temporarily back into the closet. Now, with one semester of high school to go and no obstacles between him and out-of-state college freedom, Tanner plans to coast through his remaining classes and clear out of Utah. But when his best friend, Autumn, dares him to take Provo High's prestigious Seminar - where honor roll students diligently toil to draft a book in a semester - Tanner can't resist going against his better judgment and having a go, if only to prove to Autumn how silly the whole thing is. Writing a book in four months sounds simple. Four months is an eternity. It turns out, Tanner is only partly right: four months is a long time. After all, it takes only one second for him to notice Sebastian Brother, the Mormon prodigy who sold his own Seminar novel the year before and who now mentors the class. And it takes less than a month for Tanner to fall completely in love with him. Members Reviews: Amazing YA m-m book Autobiography by Christina Lauren is not normally a book I would pick up. But I was sent this absolutely gorgeous hardcover, and I try to read the books that are going on my shelf. I realize now that I never even read the blurb, just fell for the cover. I couldnt fit it in my reading schedule, but I had a credit on audible so I grabbed it there, not even knowing that it was YA. But being in a bit of a slump, I was looking for something different, and Autobiography totally fit the bill and lived up to the gorgeous cover. Im just a bisexual half-Jewish kid whos falling in love with an LDS guy. The path for me isnt as clear. I love Tanner and his family so much. They moved from California to Provo, Utah when Tanner was 15. Tanner is bisexual and half Jewish, and Provo is a predominantly Mormon (LDS) town. His mom is an ex-Mormon and understands how it all works, and both of his parents are very accepting of Tanner. I forget not everyone lives in a household where a parent sleeps in a MY QUEER KID RULES nightgown. But they still encourage him to keep his sexuality a secret because in that town, they know he would have problems. He couldnt even share it with his best friend, Autumn. When Tanner takes a writing seminar his senior year, they are expected to write a novel, and the teacher brought in his most prominent student from the previous year to help out, Sebastian Brother. Sebastians book was already published, and he is now a student at a Mormon University. He is following his expected path as a son of a Mormon bishop, and going on his mission as soon as he returns from his book tour. Sebastian loves his religion and is devoted to the church. When Tanner sees Sebastian in the class, his reaction is all-consuming and immediate. He has no idea if Sebastian is straight or gay, but there is a spark, an immediate connection. Kissing boys feels good. Kissing girls feels good.

Cruel Beauty Audiobook by Rosamund Hodge

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rosamund Hodge) — Tue, 28 Jan 2014 16:11:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cruel Beauty Author: Rosamund Hodge Narrator: Elizabeth Knowelden Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 01-28-14 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 749 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Since birth, Nyx has been betrothed to the evil ruler of her kingdom - all because of a reckless bargain her father struck. And since birth, she has been training to kill him. Betrayed by her family yet bound to obey, Nyx rails against her fate. Still, on her 17th birthday, she abandons everything she's ever known to marry the all-powerful, immortal Ignifex. Her plan? Seduce him, disarm him, and break the 900-year-old curse he put on her people. But Ignifex is not what Nyx expected. The strangely charming lord beguiles her, and his castle - a shifting maze of magical rooms - enthralls her. As Nyx searches for a way to free her homeland by uncovering Ignifex's secrets, she finds herself unwillingly drawn to him. But even if she can bring herself to love her sworn enemy, how can she refuse her duty to kill him? Based on the classic fairy tale Beauty and the Beast, Cruel Beauty is a dazzling love story about our deepest desires and their power to change our destiny. Members Reviews: Dark, Unexpexted, Not your average retelling Would you listen to Cruel Beauty again? Why? Definitely, its so much more than a retelling of a fairy tale, it is a story on its own with hints of a familiar tale, yet completely new. It left me wanting more of their struggle and their story... Sequel .... Please!!! Who was your favorite character and why? Nyx, I always find myself disliking a weak female protagonist, but not here i loved her she is not the all good, pure girl, take what life gives her in silence, NOPE not here, i loved it how human and real the author makes her seem, i think we can all relate Which character as performed by Elizabeth Knowelden was your favorite? "The Prince" such a good job with the task.. at the end of the book you realize that it was such a hard task to ... shall we say portray all of his personality Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, I did, the story grabs you and for a moment you think think you can let the computer alone ... only to immediately download it on your phone so you can keep listening while running errands Any additional comments? It id so worth one credit, but since i was out of them i spend money for this book and i do not regret it... Seemed promising; ultimately hollow I guess the other four few reviewers thought the book was great, so perhaps your feelings about this book will be a matter of taste. But if anything I describe here resonates in a bad way with you--avoid this one. I love retellings, and thought this looked promising--after all, the author promises us early on that we're in for some unique worldbuilding and a fascinating relationship dynamic. Both are hollow promises the author puts very little effort into fulfilling. There's all kinds of potential, but what seems like it will be a fascinating mystery to figure out within the magic system of this world turns out to be only a glittery surface. You soon discover that the author didn't really put the time into working these elements out very well thoroughly and just plunged ahead with her shiny premise. In reality, there turns out to be actually very little mystery to any of it, and very, very little substance to the magic system.

The Iron King Audiobook by Julie Kagawa

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Julie Kagawa) — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 15:41:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Iron King Subtitle: The Iron Fey, Book 1 Author: Julie Kagawa Narrator: Khristine Hvam Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 02-01-10 Publisher: Harlequin Books S.A. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2301 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Meghan Chase has a secret destiny - one she could never have imagined. Something has always felt slightly off in Meghans life, ever since her father disappeared before her eyes when she was six. She has never quite fit in at schoolor at home. When a dark stranger begins watching her from afar, and her prankster best friend becomes strangely protective of her, Meghan senses that everything shes known is about to change. But she could never have guessed the truth - that she is the daughter of a mythical faery king and is a pawn in a deadly war. Now Meghan will learn just how far shell go to save someone she cares about, to stop a mysterious evil no faery creature dare faceand to find love with a young prince who might rather see her dead than let her touch his icy heart. Critic Reviews: The Iron King is a must read! (New York Times bestselling author Gena Showalter) Members Reviews: Fantastic This book was fantastic, it was a wonderful blend of traditional Faerie elements (Oberon and Titania, Seelie and Unseelie Fae etc.) But also adds some suprisingly modern twists on the folklore. It has a wonderful romance and the characters are interesting and deep. I found it very easy to relate to the main character, a teen girl with typical teen troubles embarking on a fantastic quest and growing as a person. I can't wait for a sequel to come out because I could not stop listening to this one. Potentally Epic. No spoilers in this review :) An extra 200 colorfully written pages would have made this book epic. Warning: The Iron King has cussing in it. Most notable positive aspect of the book - The narrator pronouncing Fairy and Pixy as if it were not a child's nursery book. Entertaining: It is a Mythical Magic meets normal girl. At times it was extremely entertaining to watch as the author switched us from genre to genre. Fairy land, then Earth, then Supernatural, then back to Fairy Land and all the time having the main heroine and heroes being consistent in their responses, making them lovable and real characters. The author is true to the history of the legends. She doesn't change things like "Satyrs" (who are very sexual beings, and many times aggressive). Downsides: There are a LOT of characters in the beginning so it is difficult to remember everything (including all the character's names), but as you go along you realize who is important and who is not important. The narrator is not ENTIRELY consistent with the voice responses. When Ash shouts "Watch out!" sometimes it sounds like someone else is saying it because the voice inflections are out of Ash's calculating character. The BIGGEST downside is the author or editor's faultThe descriptions of actions are hastily written and shallow. It leaves the relationships and scenery a bit...malnourished. Example: The book reads, "I picked up Ethan, and started to walk towards the door to the hall. Then he reached up to hold my hand while we traversed down the hall together" Wait..what? I pictured her picking up Ethan in a cradle position in her arms, just to find out they are walking hand in hand together? Unclear at bestwouldn't her hands be busy holding him? . This makes it extremely difficult to picture the action and fight scenes because this kind of writing continues through the entire book.

The Crown of Embers Audiobook by Rae Carson

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rae Carson) — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 16:53:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Crown of Embers Subtitle: Fire and Thorns, Book 2 Author: Rae Carson Narrator: Jennifer Ikeda Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 09-18-12 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 640 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: She does not know what awaits her at the enemy's gate. Elisa is a hero. She led her people to victory over a terrifying, sorcerous army. Her place as the country's ruler should be secure. But it isn't. Her enemies come at her like ghosts in a dream, from foreign realms and even from within her own court. And her destiny as the chosen one has not yet been fulfilled. To conquer the power she bears, once and for all, Elisa must follow a trail of long-forgotten - and forbidden - clues, from the deep, hidden catacombs of her own city to the treacherous seas. With her go a one-eyed spy, a traitor, and the man whom - despite everything - she is falling in love with. If she's lucky, she will return from this journey. But there will be a cost. Members Reviews: I can't wait for the third book! Review originally posted at YA Love Audiobook Review: I read The Girl of Fire and Thorns traditionally and absolutely loved it. Besides enjoying the narrator, the main reason I decided to listen to The Crown of Embers is because I dont always like reading books in the middle of a series during the school year; most times Id rather read a stand alone or the beginning of a series. I often save series continuations or endings for the summer when I feel like I have more freedom to read what I want, when I want. Anyway, I very much enjoyed Jennifer Ikeda as a narrator for this story. I honestly dont know if Ill read the third book traditionally or as an audio now that Ive experienced both. What I liked most about listening to The Crown of Embers is being able to hear the correct pronunciations of names and places. I never knew how to pronounce Ximena while I was reading the first book, and of course, I was pronouncing it wrong. Jennifer Ikeda does a nice job bringing a different voice to each character and really bringing Elisas character to life. Book Review: I love this series. Rae Carson is such a talented fantasy author. I cant wait to read book three, but Im even more excited to see what other worlds and stories shell write in the future. I love her use of imagery and pacing. Picturing the setting comes easily as does imagining the characters. I cant write this review without bringing up the relationship between Elisa and Hector. Its such a strong friendship in the beginning and now its blossoming into something more. Even when Elisa was in love with Humberto, I was hoping she would recognize Hector as more than a guard. Their relationship might be a new favorite YA romance for me. Hector is so honorable and strong and Elisa is finally beginning to gain some self-confidence and strength. Theyre a great match. The Crown of Embers is a bit slower than The Girl of Fire and Thorns, but I think thats because so much more of the story is building. Elisa is maturing and really finding herself as a carrier of the Godstone and also as a queen. Were also learning more about the Godstone and were learning more about the realm. Im excited to see where all of this build-up is going to take us in book three, especially with an ending like we have in this book! The ending is bittersweet, but it also left me feeling proud of Elisa. Overall, I cant recommend this series enough. I included The Girl of Fire and Thorns as a fantasy option in my YA II class and the majority of my students who chose it loved it.

Moon Chosen Audiobook by P. C. Cast

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (P. C. Cast) — Tue, 18 Oct 2016 05:24:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Moon Chosen Subtitle: Tales of a New World Author: P. C. Cast Narrator: Caitlin Davies Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 10-18-16 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 184 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: New York Times best-selling author P. C. Cast brings us a new epic fantasy set in a world where humans, their animal allies, and the earth itself has been drastically changed. A world filled with beauty and danger and cruelty. Mari is an Earth Walker, heir to the unique healing powers of her Clan; but she has cast her duties aside...until she is chosen by a special animal ally, altering her destiny forever. When a deadly attack tears her world apart, Mari reveals the strength of her powers and the forbidden secret of her dual nature as she embarks on a mission to save her people. It is not until Nik, the son of the leader from a rival dominating clan, strays across her path that Mari experiences something she has never felt before. Now darkness is coming, and with it a force more terrible and destructive than the world has ever seen, leaving Mari to cast the shadows from the earth. By forming a tumultuous alliance with Nik, she must make herself ready. Ready to save her people. Ready to save herself and Nik. Ready to embrace her true destiny and obliterate the forces that threaten to destroy them all. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: Simply Beautiful I liked this books a lot. It's different from anything else I've read! Really good! Great Book Wonderfully developed characters with a strong being for a new series. Can't wait for the next one. The narration is strong and well done also. loved it! I can't wait for the sequel. The scene had been set and we're in for another great adventure by P.C. Cast. a new favorite I love the unique originality of the story. No matter which part of the book I was on, I was left wanting more. Another wonderful story by an amazing Author!!!!!! Great Author. Great plot. Great narrator. Definitely will listen to again! what more can I say? What more do I need to say?

Squire Audiobook by Tamora Pierce

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Tamora Pierce) — Tue, 12 May 2009 23:32:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Squire Subtitle: Book 3 of the Protector of the Small Quartet Author: Tamora Pierce Narrator: Bernadette Dunne Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 05-12-09 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 663 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: In addition to coping with the challenges of a new romance and a life in the royal guard, Kel must also prepare for the infamous "Ordeal", the last challenge that stands between her and her dream of knighthood. Members Reviews: Great story, okay performance If you could sum up Squire in three words, what would they be? Really awesome storyline. Who was your favorite character and why? Nealan of Queenscove will always be my favorite. I love the relationship he has with Kel, where they have each other's backs no matter what. Did Bernadette Dunne do a good job differentiating all the characters? How? This is the one thing I didn't like. Yes, Bernadette Dunne did a good job differentiating the characters from one another. However, I didn't enjoy the voice she used for Kel. It was kind of nasally and I didn't think it would be the kind of voice that a girl between the ages of 14 and 18 would have. That could just be a personal preference. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, but unfortunately I couldn't. As with any audiobook, it was simply too long. Any additional comments? It's a really good story, with a really strong female protagonist. I highly recommend it. Bernadette Dunn did a magnificent job narrating a wonderful story. I thoroughly recommend this audiobook. My favorite in the quartet! This books moves along at a brisk pace and is so full of action. While the two earlier books seem a little more juvenile, this book tends to have more of the adult feel of Tamora Pierce's later novels. There is a decent amount of humor and fun to be had, as well as lots of character development and story. The narrator's performance is very good and moves at a brisk pace. I also like the voice selections for the different characters. Great "read" the narrator continues to do a fabulous job on this series! some of the storylines were tied up and I was seriously wondering how it could be carried over into a fourth book. and now I know - and can't wait to read it! Awesome I have loved Tamora Pierce's works since I was a child and this is one of the books I always come back to. Lots of love for Kel and her friends, and all the messes she gets into.

The Keep Audiobook by Bella Forrest

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Bella Forrest) — Wed, 27 Sep 2017 04:08:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Keep Subtitle: The Secret of Spellshadow Manor, Book 4 Author: Bella Forrest Narrator: Brian Levinson Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 09-27-17 Publisher: Bella Forrest Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 63 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Continue Alex's journey in the twisty, action-packed fourth book of the Spellshadow series. Members Reviews: I love this series I've been enjoying this book series more and more with each listen. I love the story when each book leaves you wanting more. The narrator is also fantastic in each book. Changing his voice with each character. You always know who's speaking. Would highly recommend this series. Just can't wait for the final 2 to be released on Audible.

The Testing Audiobook by Joelle Charbonneau

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Joelle Charbonneau) — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 22:23:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Testing Subtitle: The Testing, Book 1 Author: Joelle Charbonneau Narrator: Elizabeth Morton Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 06-07-13 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 782 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The story in which a 16-year-old is chosen by her government to undergo The Testing, which decides if she gets to go to The University. The University is for the countrys best and brightest teens and puts the rebuilding and future leadership of the United Commowealth in their hands. During The Testing, extreme psychological and physical trials pit them against one another to determine which teens have what it takes to become a leader. Members Reviews: Narration is ruining this for me Only half-way through listening to this book and I'm not sure I will finish. The narration is awful. The narrator is so slow and deliberate that it sounds like she's at "read to me" day at Kindergarten. Please tell me it gets better. Another great dystopian series! What made the experience of listening to The Testing the most enjoyable? This was a very engaging story and I can't wait to read the rest in the series. There were some similarities between this and the Hunger Games, but the story stands on its own. Some of the twists I didn't see coming and the characters were interesting. The narrator was good and didn't detract from the story. Have you listened to any of Elizabeth Mortons other performances before? How does this one compare? I haven't listened to her before. She is one of the better narrators. My only complaint is that she pronounces the "o" in opossum. Most people just day "possum". It was a little jarring every time she did it. Excellent!! A very engaging story. Well written and well read. It is reminiscent of the Hunger Games series and the Divergent series in theme and tone but stands very well on its own. The characters are well developed. I highly recommend this book. I will definitely purchase the next in the series. If Divergent and The Hunger Games had a baby... What did you love best about The Testing? Cia. She is soooooo smart. A great heroine. Never gives up and inspires. The things she does for her friends is just wonderful. She's one you want on your team. What other book might you compare The Testing to and why? It had elements of Divergent, elements of Hunger Games. A good blend, which people may not like, but I loved it. Any additional comments? Oh man, what a messed up society. I can't wait to see what's next. What an ending!!! Purely CRAZINESS! What other book might you compare The Testing to and why? It had moments similar to The Hunger Games and Divergent. Only cause they are put through trials and it's a twisted government. Any additional comments? Holy flippin crap! This book was downright craziness! Im having the shakes right now thinking about everything that happened in this book, and Im having severe separation anxiety because I want Independent Study (book 2) now! If I were put in The Testing, I dont think I could control my temper one bit; I think Id probably hemorrhage right then and there and start acting like a raving lunatic. In fact, while reading The Testing, in one moment Id feel like I wanted to jump right through the pages and go on a frenzied rampage, and then in the next moment Id feel the complete opposite and I wanted to curl up in a ball and have an internal freak out. In the very beginning of the book I wasnt fully invested in the story, and it took me a few tries to get drawn into the story, as Id start and stop reading.

Poison Princess Audiobook by Kresley Cole

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kresley Cole) — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 04:15:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Poison Princess Subtitle: Arcana Chronicles, Book 1 Author: Kresley Cole Narrator: Emma Galvin, Keith Nobbs Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 10-02-12 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2013 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: 22 Arcana cards. 22 young assassins. May the best hand live. Introducing The Arcana Chronicles from number one New York Times best-selling author Kresley Cole. She could save the world - or destroy it. Sixteen-year-old Evangeline 'Evie' Greene leads a charmed life, until she begins experiencing horrifying hallucinations. When an apocalyptic event decimates her Louisiana hometown, Evie realizes her hallucinations were actually visions of the future - and they're still happening. Fighting for her life and desperate for answers, she must turn to her wrong-side-of-the-bayou classmate: Jack Deveaux. But she can't do either alone. With his mile-long rap sheet, wicked grin, and bad attitude, Jack is like no boy Evie has ever known. Even though he once scorned her and everything she represented, he agrees to protect Evie on her quest. She knows she can't totally depend on Jack. If he ever cast that wicked grin her way, could she possibly resist him? Who can Evie trust? As Jack and Evie race to find the source of her visions, they meet others who have gotten the same call. An ancient prophesy is being played out, and Evie is not the only one with special powers. A group of twenty-two teens has been chosen to reenact the ultimate battle between good and evil. But ii's not always clear who is on which side.... Members Reviews: Great new series (for teens and adults too!) I am a fan of Kresley Cole's work, so I did not think twice before purchasing this audio book. I was not disappointed! Of course, this is not the usual adult fiction that you might expect from this author: this is obviously meant for teens (some romance, some 'heat' here and there, but markedly toned down in comparison with, say, the Immortals After Dark series). I loved the story. The fantasy world woven throughout is captivating, the characters are interesting, and I could not predict most of what was going to happen in the story. The writing is excellent, and even though there are some 'teen story cliches' in a few places (some 'Twilight' flavor at the start), you forget it as the mysteries unfold. Kept me hooked from beginning to end! Best of all with this audio book: the narrators. The novel is split into parts that are alternately narrated by the main character (Evelyne) and a vilain (Arthur). Each is read by a different narrator, and both do an AMAZING job of it! I am convinced that though reading this novel on paper would be great, the narrator performance makes this an audio must! In short, I can't wait to read the sequel!!!! I have a crush on YA books WOW! I was a little nervous when I first heard Kresley Cole was taking a break from her IAD series to write a YA novel. But, I gave it a try and was NOT disappointed. I really LOVED this book. As always, Ms. Cole is amazing at story-telling and world building. She is brilliant at character development and her imagination is genius! Emma Galvin is a PERFECT narrator for YA books (she is one of my favorites). Its been a long time since Ive been considered a young adult but I have to say I absolutely love this genre.

The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter Audiobook by Carson McCullers

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Carson McCullers) — Thu, 15 Jul 2004 07:46:07 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter Author: Carson McCullers Narrator: Cherry Jones Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-04 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1131 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Richard Wright was astonished by McCullers's ability "to rise above the pressures of her environment and embrace white and black humanity in one sweep of apprehension and tenderness." Hers is a humanity that touches all who come to her work, whether for the first time or, as so many do, time and time again. The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter is Carson McCullers at her most compassionate, most enduring best. Critic Reviews: "A remarkable book...[McCullers writes] with a sweep and certainty that are overwhelming." (The New York Times) Members Reviews: Beautiful Prose and Perfect Narration This is a much overlooked classic with excellent prose and deeply interesting characters. There is little external story, instead the internal stories of the characters, all misfits, all dreamers, all lovers, are juxtaposed and explored. The narration is perfect with superb pacing, expressing each characters internal dialogs distinctly and with emotion. I loved this book, and particularly liked this audible addition. I finished it in one day, and will happy listen to this again. Some of the reviews describe this as book as depressing. The book demonstrates the essential importance of not allowing your dreams to slip away, thus I found it uplifting, in its own way. This book is not for everyone as there is virtually no action or story. Cherry Jones - 10 Wow, Cherry Jones really made this so much more interesting than the story itself. I've always bought Broadway tickets if her name was on the marquee, now I will look for any other Audio Books that she has narrated. Great, great, job. As far as the book goes -- I am truly impressed that a twenty-three year old could write such character detail. Exquisite narration Great novel and an interesting story. The characters are very well defined, in which the narration was key in making it a success. There wasn't much mystery or page-turning anticipation to this book, yet it was a great story with strong characters. This was the first full book I have listened to and it convinced me to invest in a year subscription. I love being able to listen intensely while keeping my hands busy with hobbies or housework and not tiring my eyes. I highly reccommend this audible choice. I also recommend listening to the audio sample of any book prior to downloading, for the narrator can make a significant difference in holding your attention. Great job. Do yourself a favor and read this book. I saw the movie almost 30 years ago and was impressed but never realized the scope and depth of the original novel. The gushy praise of the Audible edition by users on the Audible Yahoogroup teased me into downloading it, and even then I put off listening for a while, thinking that "literature" might very well mean BORING. Wrong, wrong, wrong. Cherry Jones does a fantastic job of delivering the narrative, and the story is phenomenal; moving, acerbic, provocative, painful and compelling. There aren't many books worthy of this kind of praise, and fewer still have been so skillfully rendered in audio editions.

Rapture: Fallen, Book 4 Audiobook by Lauren Kate

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Lauren Kate) — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 14:42:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rapture: Fallen, Book 4 Author: Lauren Kate Narrator: Justine Eyre Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 06-12-12 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 544 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Rapture, the fourth & final Fallen novel, is the Lauren Kate book the world has been waiting for. The sky is dark with wings.... Like sand through an hourglass, time is running out for Luce and Daniel. To stop Lucifer from erasing the past, they must find the place where the angels fell to earth. Dark forces are after them, and Daniel doesn't know if he can do this: live only to lose Luce again and again. Yet together they face an epic battle that will end with lifeless bodies ... and angel dust. Great sacrifices are made. Hearts are destroyed. And suddenly Luce knows what must happen, for she was meant to be with someone other than Daniel. The curse they've borne has always and only been about her - and the love she cast aside. The choice she makes now is the only one that truly matters. In the fight for Luce, who will win? The astonishing conclusion to the Fallen series. Heaven can't wait any longer. Members Reviews: Perfect finale What did you love best about Rapture? I've been waiting what seems like forever for this finale and it did not disappoint. I will miss Daniel and Lucinda but the ending was PERFECT! What was one of the most memorable moments of Rapture? **SPOILER ALERT** When Lucinda remembers that she was previously the lover for Lucifer. That was crazy! A great ending to an exciting series What did you love best about Rapture? I loved the ending! It was perfect Have you listened to any of Justine Eyres other performances before? How does this one compare? I listened to The Fallen and loved it. Justine Eyre did a masterful job telling the story. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? The ending. Throughout the series I wondered how it would come together. Lauren Kate wrote a perfect ending - in itself a new beginning. Her characters are amazing. I loved them all. Any additional comments? I can't wait for her next book. Luce is a strong young woman, smart, athletic, thoughtful, smart and able to stand on her own. Sometimes when the male characters are so charismatic the heroine is diminished. Luce was surrounded by gorgeous, charismatic angels and stood toe to toe with all of them. Story decent but reader is horrible What did you like best about Rapture? What did you like least? The reader of this series almost made me give up on it altogether. I did not find her cadence, tone, or characterizations to add anything beneficial to the book. I love this series!!!!!!!!! Omg!!! I love this series so much!! I have never connected to a series so much, I have been reading this since I was 13 the first book Fallen I read and it helped me come out of a huge depression in my life and it helped me through so much. It gave me this love for books about angels and demons and love that no other book ever has. You will fall in love with this series in the first chapter! I recommend this book to everyone who wants a friend (cause these characters are so real.) and anyone who needs to believe in true love again. I can't say enough good about this book series, and rapture was the perfect ending!!! Read this book!!! So amazing!! My first true love in book form! Another book, PLEASE! I honestly loved this series. The only downside is that some things were never really explained.... like, I would have loved to know more about Trevor's death. They mentioned it in the first book and it was never touched on again.

Meet Cute: Some People Are Destined to Meet Audiobook

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jennifer L. Armentrout) — Tue, 02 Jan 2018 22:34:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Meet Cute: Some People Are Destined to Meet Author: Jennifer L. Armentrout, Sara Shepard, Nicola Yoon Narrator: full cast Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 01-02-18 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Whether or not you believe in fate, or luck, or love at first sight, every romance has to start somewhere. Meet Cute is an anthology of original short stories featuring tales of "how they first met" from some of today's most popular YA authors. Listeners will experience Nina LaCour's beautifully written piece about two Bay Area girls meeting via a cranky customer service Tweet, Sara Shepard's glossy tale about a magazine intern and a young rock star, Nicola Yoon's imaginative take on break-ups and make-ups, Katie Cotugno's story of two teens hiding out from the police at a house party, and Huntley Fitzpatrick's charming love story that begins over iced teas at a diner. There's futuristic flirting from Kass Morgan and Katharine McGee, a riveting transgender heroine from Meredith Russo, a subway missed connection moment from Jocelyn Davies, and a girl determined to get out of her small town from Ibi Zoboi. Jennifer Armentrout writes a sweet story about finding love from a missing library book, Emery Lord has a heartwarming and funny tale of two girls stuck in an airport, Dhonielle Clayton takes a thoughtful, speculative approach to pre-destined love, and Julie Murphy dreams up a fun twist on reality dating show contestants. This incredibly talented group of authors brings us a collection of stories that are at turns romantic and witty, epic and everyday, heartbreaking and real. Audiobook Table of Contents: "Siege Etiquette" by Katie Cotugno, read by Caitlin Davies "Print Shop" by Nina LaCour, read by Dara Rosenberg "Hourglass" by Ibi Zoboi, read by Bahni Turpin "Click" by Katharine McGee, read by Betsy Struxness "The Intern" by Sara Shepard, read by Kyla Garcia "Somewhere That's Green" by Meredith Russo, read by Dara Rosenberg "The Way We Love Here" by Dhonielle Clayton, read by Bahni Turpin "Oomph" by Emery Lord, read by Betsy Struxness "The Dictionary of You and Me" by Jennifer L. Armentrout, read by Caitlin Davies "The Unlikely Likelihood of Falling in Love" by Jocelyn Davies, read by Bahni Turpin "259 Million Miles" by Kass Morgan, read by Sullivan Jones "Something Real" by Julie Murphy, read by Kyla Garcia "Say Everything" by Huntley Fitzpatrick, read by Caitlin Davies "The Department of Dead Love" by Nicola Yoon, read by Sullivan Jones Members Reviews: Cute Some of the stories were frustrating because they didn't have endings just a teaser. For the most part the stories were interesting and fun to read. Five Stars Amazing book!! super cute stories Review for Meet Cute (Anthology) ***Review posted on The Eater of Books! blog*** Meet Cute: Some People Are Destined to Meet by various authors Publisher: HMH Books for Young Readers Publication Date: January 2, 2018 Rating: 4 stars Source: eARC from NetGalley Summary (from Goodreads): Whether or not you believe in fate, or luck, or love at first sight, every romance has to start somewhere.

Every Last Word Audiobook by Tamara Ireland Stone

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Tamara Ireland Stone) — Tue, 16 Jun 2015 11:37:35 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Every Last Word Author: Tamara Ireland Stone Narrator: Amy Rubinate Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 06-16-15 Publisher: Ideal Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 144 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: If you could read my mind, you wouldn't be smiling. Samantha McAllister looks just like the rest of the popular girls in her junior class. But hidden beneath the straightened hair and expertly applied makeup is a secret that her friends would never understand: Sam has purely obsessional OCD and is consumed by a stream of dark thoughts and worries that she can't turn off. Second-guessing every move, thought, and word makes daily life a struggle, and it doesn't help that her lifelong friends will turn toxic at the first sign of a wrong outfit, wrong lunch, or wrong crush. Yet Sam knows she'd be truly crazy to leave the protection of the most popular girls in school. So when Sam meets Caroline, she has to keep her new friend with a refreshing sense of humor and no style a secret, right up there with Sam's weekly visits to her psychiatrist. Caroline introduces Sam to the Poet's Corner, a hidden room and a tight-knit group of misfits who have been ignored by the school at large. Sam is drawn to them immediately, especially a guitar-playing guy with a talent for verse, and starts to discover a whole new side of herself. Slowly she begins to feel more "normal" than she ever has as part of the popular crowd...until she finds a new reason to question her sanity and all she holds dear. Critic Reviews: Clueless meets Dead Poets Society with a whopping final twist. (Kirkus Reviews) A thoughtful romance with a strong message about self-acceptance, [this] sensitive novel boasts strong characterizations and conflicts that many teens will relate to. Eminently readable. (Booklist) Sams life begins to change on the first day of her junior year when a mysterious student introduces her to the Poets Corner...There Sam finds artistic freedom, love, friendshipand a problem more frightening than any shes faced before. Rubinates characterizations and a surprising ending enhance this story. (AudioFile Magazine) Members Reviews: Nothing Special Interesting premise to select a girl suffering from OCD as the protagonist. However, this is not an in-depth analysis of the crippling side effects of the disorder, yet a thinly veiled attempt to add dimension. Typical story where cool girl falls for outcast with a twist so obvious from the start, I felt manipulated. This could have been brilliant, but it's banal and the ending is implausible; don't need a Ph.D. to decipher that. Narration was bland and did not feel connected to any of the characters. OCD like you've never seen it! What made the experience of listening to Every Last Word the most enjoyable? This will be another book I suggest to #yearofya May chat and I just loved Audible's Amy Rubinate as she narrated Samantha (Sam's) grappling with OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) from the age of 11. Sam decides to keep this secret from her friends, who are not really nice girls, and there is a slippery slope in the pecking order of their friendship. So things begin to change when one day a girl a few lockers down talks to Sam in school and as she gets to know Caroline, Sam begins to see what a true friend is. I liked how vulnerable Sam was but how strong she was when it came to swimming, confiding to her doctor in weekly sessions and trying to control her OCD's dark thoughts and obsessions. I learned so much about this disorder from this book and the author has a NOTE at the end with important information.

The Siren Audiobook by Kiera Cass

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kiera Cass) — Tue, 26 Jan 2016 16:41:36 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Siren Author: Kiera Cass Narrator: Arielle DeLisle Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs Language: English Release date: 01-26-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1063 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: From Kiera Cass, number-one New York Times best-selling author of the Selection series, comes a captivating standalone fantasy romance. Kahlen is a Siren, bound to serve the Ocean by luring humans to watery graves with her voice, which is deadly to any human who hears it. Akinli is human - a kind, handsome boy who's everything Kahlen ever dreamed of. Falling in love puts them both in danger...but Kahlen can't bear to stay away. Will she risk everything to follow her heart? Members Reviews: Disappointed So let me start by saying this is not typically what I read, so maybe the fact that I didn't care much for it just comes down to personal taste. IMO, thin plot, two dimensional characters, and narration that honestly reminded me of those Barbie PC games I used to play when I was a kid in the 90s. I dont know, the voice is weirdly girly and upbeat, and didn't hold a lot of emotion beyond squealing girly delight and depressed, angsty sobs. I definitely think I just don't fit the target audience for this book - too young for me, and I'm only 22. Forbidden Love + Family Ties + Lovely Narration I really loved this story. It reminded me a lot of The Little Mermaid, my favorite Disney princess. To this day, I am still obsessed with that story as I find it endearing that the ordinary is so coveted. I also find that overall, that story is just magical. That is how I feel about this story. I love the role the ocean plays, and the sisterly bond of the sirens, and most of all, I love the love story. It was sweet and imperfectly perfect. Arielle DeLisle did a fantastic job at carrying the story. So gifted! I will definitely seek out more stories narrated by her. Awesome work! It was a great story and a view into an interesting mythical world, my only complaint is that I wanted more - I think the ending was too abrupt but it was awesome! Wonderful narrator I loved Kiera Cass' other books and narrators; but this narrator has a beautiful voice. Just as I would imagine the Sirens in the book. Hooked from start to finish 32 years old and loved every minute. I also enjoyed the entire Selection series by this author.

The Beginning of Everything Audiobook by Robyn Schneider

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robyn Schneider) — Tue, 27 Aug 2013 17:11:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Beginning of Everything Author: Robyn Schneider Narrator: Dan John Miller Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 08-27-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 292 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Golden boy Ezra Faulkner believes everyone has a tragedy waiting for them; a single encounter after which everything that really matters will happen. His particular tragedy waited until he was primed to lose it all: In one spectacular night, a reckless driver shatters Ezra's knee, his athletic career, and his social life. No longer a front-runner for Homecoming King, Ezra finds himself at the table of misfits, where he encounters new girl Cassidy Thorpe. Cassidy is unlike anyone Ezra's ever met - achingly effortless and fiercely intelligent. Together, Ezra and Cassidy discover flash mobs, buried treasure, and a poodle that might just be the reincarnation of Jay Gatsby. But as Ezra dives into his new studies, new friendships, and new love, he learns that some people, like books, are easy to misread. And now he must consider: If one's singular tragedy has already hit, what happens when more misfortune strikes? Robyn Schneider's The Beginning of Everything is a lyrical, witty, and heart-wrenching novel about how difficult it is to play the part that people expect, and how new beginnings can stem from abrupt and tragic endings. Members Reviews: Keep Looking... You know how when you search and/or purchase a book and the recommendations display at the bottom. Well, this one has been popping up for months, maybe even a year, and my instinct was to ignore it. Always go with your gut. This book wasn't horrible and I didn't return it, but I wish I hadn't spent my credit on it. The author tried to put a twist on it with newly fallen popular boy navigating "nerd" territory after being shunned for reasons beyond his control. Enter new girl, liking him as he is and the inevitable twist. Predictable time waster, but not worthy of purchase. Many clever YA titles abound, skip this one. One last thing...the female voices are cringeworthy. If you're still interested, do yourself a favor and listen to the entire sample. The Beginning of Everything Audio Book Review Would you listen to The Beginning of Everything again? Why? Sometimes I think that everyone has a tragedy waiting for them, that the people buying milk in their pajamas or picking their noses at stoplights could be only moments away from disaster. That everyones life, no matter how unremarkable, has a moment when it will become extraordinary-a single encounter after which everything that really matters will happen.. Ezra believes that within everyones life a tragedy lies waiting, and that only after said tragedy occurs does ones life truly begin. Or, maybe, that is just how he wants to see the world since tragedy has befallen the once golden boy of Eastwood high school, a fictional school in a fictional Orange County town that seems very much like the Irvine I grew up close by to. Ezras tragedy changes his life drastically, and it is now up to him to decide how it changes him within that life. This is more than the typical coming-of-age story, and it is more than the young adult label may suggest, this is a book about living at any age, about loss and love, and about figuring out who you are deep down inside, and not just who you are to the world around you. It will most likely be categorized on the if you like John Green shelf, which is not a wrong summation, but I think it is unique in its voice, style and character, as well. My initial love for this book came to me because of location.

The Affiliate Audiobook by K.A. Linde

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (K.A. Linde) — Tue, 04 Oct 2016 08:00:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Affiliate Author: K.A. Linde Narrator: Erin Mallon Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 10-04-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 136 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: On the day of her Presenting, in front of the entire Byern Court, 17-year-old Cyrene Strohm's lifelong plans come to fruition when she's chosen for one of the most prestigious positions in her homeland - an Affiliate to the Queen. Or so she thinks. When Cyrene receives a mysterious letter and an unreadable book, she finds nothing is as it seems. Thrust into a world of dangerous political intrigue and deadly magic, Cyrene's position only grows more treacherous when she finds herself drawn to the one man she can never have...King Edric himself. Cyrene must decide if love is truly worth the price of freedom. Find out in this first book in USA Today best-selling author K.A. Linde's new Ascension series. Great for fans of Game of Thrones, Tudors, and Sarah J. Maas's Throne of Glass series. Critic Reviews: "With rich romance and twisty political intrigue, The Affiliate is a breakneck fantasy ride that's perfect for fans of The Selection or Throne of Glass." (Susan Dennard, NYT bestselling author of Truthwitch) Members Reviews: Not a fan of Narrator The story it's self was good, however the narrator kind of got on my nerves. I thought she tried to be "too breathy" all the time and she put inflection in weird spots that took away from what she was reading instead of enhancing it. It wasn't enough of an annoyance that I couldn't listen, but I found myself rolling my eyes numerous times because of the way she read parts. Disappointed I had high hopes for this book, but it did not take too long before I began to be disappointed. The overall storyline was interesting, but it could have been so, so much better with deeper character development. I never grew even remotely attached to any of the characters and I only hung onto the story until the end because I was curious about the murders. There were so many things in the story that the author could have expanded on to engage the reader and bring more depth to the story, but instead she just stated things as fact and moved on. Returned both the book and the audible recording after finishing as well as the second one I had already purchased because I had no interest in continuing. Boring Honestly this book was just so boring. It has great reviews so even though it started slowly I figured I would be patient and give it a chance. Ended up stopping in the middle of the "climax" and returning it because I just could not bring myself to care how it ended. The main character obviously has some sort of special destiny/power/thing happening with her, but rather than focusing on that, she spends the whole book torn between two guys - one who tries to date rape her upon first meeting and his brother who is also only interested in getting to sleep with her. I'm all for a good love triangle but the author gives exactly one reason for the main character to be interested in both of them - they're hot. I need at least one redeeming quality to understand her interest in either of them. I was also not a fan of the narrator as she made the female characters sound excessively whiny. blah Would you try another book from K.A. Linde and/or Erin Mallon? I probably would not What was most disappointing about K.A. Lindes story? the character did some very stupid things.. The chick was very basic.

If I Was Your Girl Audiobook by Meredith Russo

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Meredith Russo) — Tue, 03 May 2016 18:55:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: If I Was Your Girl Author: Meredith Russo Narrator: Samia Mounts Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs Language: English Release date: 05-03-16 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 317 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: A new kind of bighearted audiobook about being seen for who you really are. Amanda Hardy is the new girl in school. Like anyone else, all she wants is to make friends and fit in. But Amanda is keeping a secret, and she's determined not to get too close to anyone. But when she meets sweet, easygoing Grant, Amanda can't help but start to let him into her life. As they spend more time together, she realizes just how much she is losing by guarding her heart. She finds herself yearning to share with Grant everything about herself, including her past. But Amanda's terrified that once she tells him the truth, he won't be able to see past it. Because the secret that Amanda's been keeping? It's that at her old school, she used to be Andrew. Will the truth cost Amanda her new life and her new love? If I Was Your Girl is a universal story about feeling different - and a love story that everyone will root for. Critic Reviews: "[Narrator Samia] Mounts eloquently depicts the changes that take place after Andrews surgery - when he becomes Amanda.... Mounts expresses the delight Amanda feels as girlfriends accept her and gentle, thoughtful Grant falls in love with her. Mounts provides a bittersweet tone as Amanda blossoms with the tender feelings of first love even as she fears revealing her secret. Her feelings are juxtaposed with her fathers fear for her safety amid the narrow-mindedness of the small Southern town where they live, which Mounts suggests through the judicious use of regional accents." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: Great Book! It help me deal with my prejudices through a really engaging story, read by a terrific narrator. This is a book that lots of young people should read and a lot of educators as well. I was forced to grapple with, and I am still grappling with what I would have done if I were any of the characters: amazingly complicated. Absolutely Amazing Coming from a transgender girl of 23, this book just captures the feelings and emotions I feel and have felt for so many years, so perfectly. It doesn't fit every trans persons story exactly, but I do think many people can still really connect to it. For me, having transitioned and had surgery, and living "stealth", it literally felt like Amanda could have been me had I come out a few years earlier than I did. This was one of the first times I've actually felt like the author was speaking to me. The audio performance was amazing. Samia captured who Amanda was, and throughout many parts you can feel her emotion come through as she sat behind that microphone narrating the book. Absolutely an incredible story and listen, I highly recommend. And I just want to say thank you to the author Meredith Russo for writing this. It really means a lot. Thank you. If I Was Your Girl This was a really good audiobook! I felt that I could really understand the emotional struggle the main character went through. I felt that I could understand her pain, her fear, and her desire to be loved and accepted for who she is. I also felt that I could understand her growth and strength in accepting who she is and how the support and love her parents helped as well.

Trust Audiobook by Kylie Scott

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kylie Scott) — Tue, 18 Jul 2017 16:09:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Trust Author: Kylie Scott Narrator: Andi Arndt Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 07-18-17 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 391 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Being young is all about the experiences: the first time you skip school, the first time you fall in love...the first time someone holds a gun to your head. After being held hostage during a robbery at the local convenience store, 17-year-old Edie finds her attitude about life shattered. Unwilling to put up with the snobbery and bullying at her private school, she enrolls at the local public high school, crossing paths with John. The boy who risked his life to save hers. While Edie's beginning to run wild, however, John's just starting to settle down. After years of partying and dealing drugs with his older brother, he's going straight - getting to class on time and thinking about the future. An unlikely bond grows between the two as John keeps Edie out of trouble and helps her broaden her horizons. But when he helps her out with another first - losing her virginity - their friendship gets complicated. Meanwhile, Edie and John are pulled back into the dangerous world they narrowly escaped. They were lucky to survive the first time, but this time they have more to lose - each other. Members Reviews: YA Romance BRILLANCE!! I'm a big fan of Kylie Scott's contemporary romances AND I love YA romance so I couldn't wait for the release of Trust. IT WAS EVERYHING I HOPED IT WOULD BE. The story is a slow burn. Taking time to build the relationship, the TRUST. It included the right amount of everything a YA romance should angst, uncertainty, fear, hope, friendship and letting go of your inhibitions. Now for the best part...Kylie brings her hot, steamy tasteful adult sex scenes to YA BRILLANTLY! She has written the most realistic and honest "first time" scene I have EVER experienced in a YA book. I have been waiting a long time to see this done right and Kylie nails it (no pun intended)! And the shower scene is...well...all I can say is WOW! It hit so many firsts I remember as a YA. All that said, I do recommend this for the slightly older YA 14-15+. I was a bit surprised that Andi Arndt was narrating this book. I love Andi and Trust was my 6th Andi Arndt narrated book this year. Andi does mostly adult romance so I did have to switch gears a bit and remember I was in a YA book. But as Andi never fails to do, she won me over about mid way through the book with her smooth delivery and with all the right feels in all the right places. There were some production glitches in the first 1/2 of the book but it all cleared up by the second 1/2 half. HIGH RECOMMEND...Stick with the slow beginning, it is soooo worth it in the end! This is a standalone so no cliffhanger ending, no waiting for the second book. THIS WAS A GREAT STORY!!! Any additional comments? This was super great!! I am impressed with the way this story went, and as a YA book from this author...it was fantastic....Edie and John are put through a very traumatic experienced, and it changed both their young lives...both for the better and ultimately brought them together, where they help each other to heal!! I love this!! I want more!! lol Totally recommend..you will love this too!!! A different direction for this author; winner! Sometimes when authors spread their artistic wings, they can lose the audience they worked so hard to build. In this case, however, Kylie Scott still manages to keep you entertained despite the traumatic beginning of this young adult love story.

Anna and the French Kiss Audiobook by Stephanie Perkins

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Stephanie Perkins) — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 07:21:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Anna and the French Kiss Author: Stephanie Perkins Narrator: Kim Mai Guest Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-11 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 515 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Anna is looking forward to her senior year in Atlanta, where she has a great job, a loyal best friend, and a crush on the verge of becoming more. Which is why she is less than thrilled about being shipped off to boarding school in Paris - until she meets Etienne St. Clair: perfect, Parisian (and English and American, which makes for a swoon-worthy accent), and utterly irresistible. The only problem is that he's taken, and Anna might be, too, if anything comes of her almost-relationship back home. As winter melts into spring, will a year of romantic near - misses end with the French kiss Anna - and readers - have long awaited? Members Reviews: Perfect for fans of Meg Cabot Updated 9/1/2012: 2nd reading of this novel and it filled me with more happiness than the first time. I was able to get a better feel for the minor characters (Rash, Josh, and Mer) and loved them - I would read about their own adventures as well. Of course, I fell in love with St. Clair and I can't believe I forgot how much I adore Anna. Still love this book as much (if not more) than I did the first time I read it. My first "Chick-Lit" book. If you're wary, DON'T BE! It doesn't matter if you don't think Chick-Lit will be for you or not - you will adore this book. I have been on a YA Contemp binge lately and this has been my favorite so far. A short list (from a long list) of things that I loved: Perkins' writing style is free-flowing, nice, and true to the heart of a teenage girl. Anna is likable. Is she perfect? No, but she is imperfectly perfect. I want Anna as my best friend. The idea that home can be a PERSON, and not a place. This book made me feel warm and fuzzy and just plain HAPPY. I smiled while I was reading this book - not (always) a giddy "hehehe - he's so cute" smile - but a genuine smile. That, above all, is what made me fall in love with Anna and the French Kiss. Tatiana from GoodReads recommends this book for fans of Meg Cabot and I couldn't agree more. A top-notch romance This is one of my favorite recent contemporary books, and I was curious to see how the audiobook experience compared to the print version. This audiobook release was timed with the release of Lola and the Boy Next Door and I picked up both books to revisit. The audiobook narrator is Kim Mai Guest, who has narrated several books including Incarceron, Dearly, Departed, and The Autobiography of Mrs. Tom Thumb. At first, the voice of Anna sounded a little bubblier than I imaged her. The narration reminded me a little of Deliriums Sarah Drew and her portrayal of Lena. However, Guest quickly won me over with her interpretation of Anna and delivers an authentic performance. She also capably handles the nuances of the other characters including their different accents. She even does a fine job with St. Clairs British accent, and captures the spirit of his character well. There is a roller coaster of emotions found in the book and Guest handles the different feelings needed with ease. The narration flowed well, and the only thing I wondered about is if it would have worked to have a male narrator for St. Clair and the other male roles. Not sure if I would have liked it more, but it did cross my mind. I loved revisiting this book again and the wonderful Paris setting. If youve never read Anna or want to read it again, try out the audio version.

Emerald Green Audiobook by Kerstin Gier

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kerstin Gier) — Tue, 01 Oct 2013 13:42:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Emerald Green Subtitle: The Ruby Red Trilogy, Book 3 Author: Kerstin Gier Narrator: Marisa Calin Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-13 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 887 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: In Kerstin Gier's Emerald Green, Gwen has a destiny to fulfill, but no one will tell her what it is. Shes only recently learned that she is the Ruby, the final member of the time-traveling Circle of Twelve, and since then nothing has been going right. She suspects the founder of the Circle, Count Saint-German, is up to something nefarious, but nobody will believe her. And, shes just learned that her charming time-traveling partner, Gideon, has probably been using her all along. This stunning conclusion to The Ruby Red Trilogy picks up where Sapphire Blue left off, reaching new heights of intrigue and romance, as Gwen finally uncovers the secrets of the time-traveling society and learns her fate. Members Reviews: The end! What a satisfying conclusion to the trilogy. May contain minor spoilers. I love how neatly everything about Gwen's family was tied up - it was an excellent decision on Gier's part to head in that direction. I love that the butler gets in on the adventurous action! Nothing in the world is going to convince me to get behind Gideon, however, but that's mostly because I'm really bored of the Darcy trope. I get it, he's mean because he loves you. I did like their ending, it was sweet and well-deserved. A little unrealistic, but thoroughly enjoyable Any additional comments? I have to admit that this series was a bit of a guilty pleasure - I felt a little ashamed to be listening to a teeny-bopper romance at my age, but I couldn't resist. I love the whole series. to me it was like a futuristic pride and prejudice. the performance was well done. Enjoyed it, wish they should make a movie! Final book, predictable but entertaining Originally posted at: A Girl that Likes Books First impressions I started reading this series mostly because Audible was having a sale on first of a series books. The premise of time travelling seemed appealing and so I went for it. The first installment, Ruby Red, was good enough, I liked the fact that Gwendolyn wasn't just a boy driven character, even though it was obvious that they were going to get together and hence I went for the second one. The second one, Sapphire Blue, was ok, but I think I fell more for Xemerus than the other characters. I did want to know what the whole mystery was, but the love part felt a bit forced, sadly enough. So here we are, at the end of the series, and I am giving it a round and final 4, even though I was a bit disappointed at certain points. Final thoughts Let us start with the things I liked, both in general and in the series. As I mentioned the premise of time travelling was appealing to me. The whole building of it around a secret society as well as the workings of the chronograph was nice additions, and I would've liked a bit more of background there. We didn't have it, the whole references to the "gene" and the need of blood for the chronograph to work are not explained, but maybe this is a better option than bad science. The descriptions of the dresses, and hence Madame Rossini, were delightful. If you follow my blog or my reviews, you probably know that I am a sucker for period dressing. If you didn't know that...well now you do. There were a couple of twists at the end of the series, a couple as in two major ones, at least from my point of view.

Sapphire Blue Audiobook by Kerstin Gier, Anthea Bell (translator)

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kerstin Gier) — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 00:48:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sapphire Blue Subtitle: The Ruby Red Trilogy, Book 2 Author: Kerstin Gier, Anthea Bell (translator) Narrator: Marisa Calin Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-12 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 884 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Gwens life has been a rollercoaster since she discovered she was the Ruby, the final member of the secret time-traveling Circle of Twelve. In between searching through history for the other time-travelers and asking for a bit of their blood (gross!), shes been trying to figure out what all the mysteries and prophecies surrounding the Circle really mean. At least Gwen has plenty of help. Her best friend Lesley follows every lead diligently on the Internet. James the ghost teaches Gwen how to fit in at an 18th century party. And Xemerius, the gargoyle demon who has been following Gwen since he caught her kissing Gideon in a church, offers advice on everything. Oh, yes. And of course there is Gideon, the Diamond. One minute hes very warm indeed; the next hes freezing cold. Gwens not sure whats going on there, but shes pretty much destined to find out. Members Reviews: Pride and prejudice with a twist! Great from start to finish. Had me at the edge of my seat! Magic, love, time travel, conspiracy. For YA yet intriguing and complicated enough! What a great time travel series! It is clearly for the YA reader but still intriguing and complicated enough to keep me going. I will certainly read the last one! Gwynneth, in my opinion, is a realistic 16 year old, with her immaturity, naivety and interest in boys. I can relate to that. I remember that. Like yesterday, actually! In contrast, Gideon is the complete opposite of a realistic 18 year old boy. However, I am pretty sure that is the point. The story arc between book 1 and 2 was very smooth and brought the plot to exciting places! The characters time travel every day creating unique paradoxical conversations and situations. Gwyn meets the Count Saint Germain at a soiree and he tells her how happy he was about their conversation that took place yesterday. However, it was yesterday for him in the 18th century. It will be tomorrow for Gwyn in her own timeline. Awesome mind bending stuff! Nice story, different and entertaining Originally posted at: A Girl that Likes Books Time aint nothing, but time. Its a verse with no rhyme, And it all come down to you Why I read this book During an Audible sale I acquired the firt book in this series, Ruby Red. I was pleasantly surprised with the story and hence I decided to continue with the trilogy. What the book is about After we left Gwen and Gideon in the last book learning to deal with each other and, in her case, learning about time travelling and its perils, Sapphire Blue opens with a bit more information about Paul and Lucy. While trying to learn more about the cronograph, learn the steps for dancing the minuet and trying to figure Guideon out, Gwen will find herself in the middle of an intrigue that has taken centuries to fully develop. What is it exactly that the Count of Saint Germain did and wants to do with the closing of the circle? First impressions While the prologue was quite a surprise, the first chapters of the book were a bit predictable. I enjoyed the adding of Xemerus, the ghost gargoyle, he was a funny and endearing character. As the book advanced however, I started having tiny surprises, actions and actors I did not expect to be put in place and so once again in the series it started slow to pick up by the end. Final thoughts This is by no means the best YA series I had ever read, but it is pretty good nonetheless.

P.S. I Like You Audiobook by Kasie West

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kasie West) — Mon, 19 Sep 2016 12:54:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: P.S. I Like You Author: Kasie West Narrator: Shannon McManus Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 09-19-16 Publisher: Ideal Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 267 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: While spacing out in Chemistry class, Lily scribbles some of her favorite song lyrics onto her desk. The next day, she finds that someone has continued the lyrics on the desk, and added a message to her. Intrigue! Soon, Lily and her anonymous pen pal are exchanging full-on letters - sharing secrets, recommending bands, and opening up to each other. Lily realizes she's kind of falling for this letter writer. Only who is he? As Lily attempts to unravel the mystery and juggle school, friends, crushes, and her crazy family, she discovers that matters of the heart can't always be spelled out. Kasie West brings irresistible wit, warmth, and sparkle to this swoon-worthy story of love showing up when you least expect it. Critic Reviews: "There's much to like about this sweet love story. West allows the sworn enemies to reexamine themselves in a believable way; Lily considers that the person she becomes around her nemesis Cade is not her best self - and that the same could possibly be true for Cade." (School Library Journal) Members Reviews: Perfect! I love this book! It was so fun to listen to and I couldn't wait to hear what would happen next! Funny too! I so enjoy characters with a sense of humor! Favorite Kasie West Book I love this book. The plot isn't something revolutionary, but it was still a lovely book to read and to listen to. Love this! This story was swoon worthy. Perfect high school love story. I want more! Kasie West has become my staple! Great romance story Great book; One of my favorites. But narration of male voices is meh and the lyrics which are supposed to be sung never sound right in any audible I've read lol. PS I Like You I loved this book!! It was so romantic!! I recommend it to anyone!! I love romance!!

My Life Next Door Audiobook by Huntley Fitzpatrick

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Huntley Fitzpatrick) — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 21:10:36 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Life Next Door Author: Huntley Fitzpatrick Narrator: Amy Rubinate Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 03-25-13 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 212 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The Garretts are everything the Reeds are not: loud, numerous, messy, affectionate. And every day from her balcony perch, 17-year-old Samantha Reed wishes she was one of them...until one summer evening, Jase Garrett climbs her terrace and changes everything. As the two fall fiercely in love, Jase's family makes Samantha one of their own. Then in an instant, the bottom drops out of her world and she is suddenly faced with an impossible decision. Which perfect family will save her? Or is it time she saved herself? Members Reviews: Perfect. Such a great story for any age. Loved these characters. Didn't want the book to end. Loved George and all the chaos next door. Very Sweet Any additional comments? What a great book! Samantha and Jase were absolutely adorable, good, hardworking, very mature 17 year olds. The Garrett brood were so cute and hilarious particularly little George. This story will teach you the importance of family, friendship, love, and doing the right thing. Being truthful even if it means to lose what you love and that some people are willing to stick by you no matter what. I would have given this 5 stars but I felt the end was somewhat abrupt. I hope there is a sequel to see how things turn out for Samantha and Jase, the Senator, the Garrett's and all the rest of the clan. A well written coming of age book This is my kind of story. This is what I love in books. A coming of age story featuring young adults finding their own voice and place, and good clean love! I listened to this book literally all day until I finished. It was contemporary YA that felt like a historical romance because of the wholesome feel to the book. I am finding a lot of NA/YA authors are overloading their books with gratuitous sex and drinking, and it was so refreshing to read a book not focusing on any of that. There was love but it was that first kiss, first touch kind of love. That passion of first love which feels like a flower blooming in spring. When I ask for recommendations, these are the types of books I am looking for. The types of books that leave me smiling and feeling all warm and fuzzy inside. I am definitely going to get the next book because while this one didn't end of a cliff hanger, there is clearly more story to be told. My life next door This story didnt make much sense. Weak storyline could a mother be that awful? The Garrets seemed like a bunch of hippies. I really wanted to know if Jason got into college and what happened after college with him and Samantha. What happened once she moved to her new house? Such a good book! I really liked this book. It a great story, I read it twice almost back to back. It has drama/ romance/ conflict/ sadness.

Ruby Red Audiobook by Anthea Bell (translator), Kerstin Gier

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Anthea Bell (translator)) — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 00:06:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ruby Red Subtitle: Ruby Red Trilogy, Book 1 Author: Anthea Bell (translator), Kerstin Gier Narrator: Marisa Calin Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 11-02-11 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1374 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Gwyneth Shepherd's sophisticated, beautiful cousin Charlotte has been prepared her entire life for traveling through time. But unexpectedly, it is Gwyneth who, in the middle of class, takes a sudden spin to a different era! Gwyneth must now unearth the mystery of why her mother would lie about her birth date to ward off suspicion about her ability, brush up on her history, and work with Gideon, the time traveler from a similarly gifted family that passes the gene through its male line, and whose presence becomes, in time, less insufferable and more essential. Together, Gwyneth and Gideon journey through time to discover who, in the 18th century and in contemporary London, they can trust. Critic Reviews: "Humorous, romantic and suspenseful, the plot is fast-paced and impossible to put down.... The final romantic cliffhanger will leave you thirsty for the next book in this jewel of a series." ( Justine magazine) Members Reviews: A suspenseful, funny YA with stellar narration! This YA novel is the first in a trilogy about teenagers who time-travel. The audio is nicely paced and engaging and was easy for the whole family (young teens) to listen to. The story itself has a great mix of suspense and humor. The ending is a bit up in the air and therefore a bit disappointing, but oh well, it just makes us want the next one. And the narrator is perfect. She made the characters come alive and her accents were flawless. We loved it! Where's the rest? What other reviewers said is true; Ruby Red is not a novel, just the beginning of one. It's not that it ends in a cliffhanger--it doesn't--or that it sets up a sequel too obviously. It's that nothing happens, there's no arc, just a slow build-up and then a prologue. Imagine the Hunger Games ending before Katniss stepped in the arena or when she's in but only just begun. Imagine Pride and Prejudice ending with Jane's sickness. The time travel mystery seems overwrought so far. Gwyneth, a 16-year old time traveler, somes some spirit and intelligence, but needs the assistance and is therefore apparently bound to an organization of a bunch of sinister old men, a few women, and her fellow time-traveller, an older boy. At this point it doesn't seem like she's making many choices. This is not pure time travel. Visions, ghosts, telepathy, and apparently alchemy and magic all play parts in this world. The reader's voice and style were metallic and mechanical to my ears, a little grating and not a great choice for a dramatic narration in the voice of a teenaged girl. Not really a stand alone book I'll start by saying I didn't know this was a young adult book until after I started listening to it. I didn't really mind, but thought perhaps the blurb for the book could have been more specific about this. The book had a good premise, was fast paced and interesting, but it was not a stand alone novel. It didn't have an ending, just a stopping point that prepares you for the next book in the series. I always find this an annoying quality in a book, and for that reason I only gave the story 3 stars. I love a good series, but for me, a good series is a series of stand alone novels that all tie together in the end. Marissa Calin's narration was the high point of the book for me.

Sweet Peril Audiobook by Wendy Higgins

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Wendy Higgins) — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 20:16:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sweet Peril Subtitle: Sweet Evil Trilogy, Book 2 Author: Wendy Higgins Narrator: Erin Mallon Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 04-30-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 303 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Embrace your destiny. Anna Whitt, daughter of a guardian angel and a fallen one, promised herself she'd never do the work of her father - polluting souls. She'd been naive to make such a claim. She'd been naive about a lot of things. Haunted by demon whisperers, Anna does whatever she can to survive, even if it means embracing her dark side and earning an unwanted reputation as her school's party girl. And all the while there's Kaidan Rowe, son of the Duke of Lust, plaguing her heart and mind. When an unexpected lost message from the angels surfaces, Anna finds herself traveling the globe with Kopano, son of the Duke of Wrath, in an attempt to gain support of fellow Nephilim and give them hope for the first time. It soon becomes clear that whatever freedoms Anna and the rest of the Neph are hoping to win will not be gained without a fight. Until then, Anna and Kaidan must put aside the issues between them, overcome the steamiest of temptations yet, and face the ultimate question: Is loving someone worth risking your life? Members Reviews: loved it!! this book is so original. I love it. I have never read an angel book before. this is a truly unique and beautiful series. I can't wait to read next book Even better than the first book. After reading Sweet Evil, I couldn't wait to get started on Sweet Peril. I was itching for more of Anna and Kaidan, but alas, as fate and the sucky demons and whisperers would have it, they had a really hard time getting together. While I didn't like Kaidan for most of Sweet Evil, I loved him in Sweet Peril for the most part, even though he still had his moments of jerkdom, because I knew he was doing it to protect Anna. Kopano was great, but he just doesn't float my boat, and I was glad that what I thought was going to be a love triangle, which I do not like, wasn't what I thought it would be. I was pleased with how that turned out. The story itself is action-packed and full of suspense. I love the secondary characters in this book - they are all so well written and personable, but my favorite of all is Blake - I just love Blake. I wish he would get a spin-off book of his own. Again, Sweet Peril was beautifully written and captured my attention from beginning to end. Anna had to embrace her demonic side in this book and became a somewhat of a party girl, but she still managed to hold onto that innocence that makes her who she is. I loved where the romance went with Kaidan and Anna and I loved where Wendy Higgins took the story. Thankfully, I had Sweet Reckoning to start as soon as I was done. I would have hated to have to wait on it. My Opinon: A definite hit - hotter with more romance, the suspense is taken up a notch, and Kaidan - oh yeah....totally loved him. If you don't have it, I would definitely get it. Great Second Book to the Series! I was afraid to get this book because it looked like all the characters that I loved in book 1, weren't going to be around a whole lot, but I'm glad I finally gave in and bought it. I love being in Anna's point of view because you see her struggles and triumphs throughout the book and she seems more realistic to me. This book was all around a great book with romance, action, and character struggles.

The Bad Boy's Girl Audiobook by Blair Holden

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Blair Holden) — Tue, 05 Sep 2017 19:10:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bad Boy's Girl Author: Blair Holden Narrator: Laura Hopatcong, Douglas Berger Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 09-05-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Tessa O'Connell is a girl as ordinary as they come - or so she thinks. Her aim for senior year is to keep her head down yet somehow manage to convince her childhood love, Jay Stone, to love her back. What she isn't prepared for is for Jay's brother, Cole, to return to town and change the life she's always been seemingly content to live. Tall, gorgeous as all hell, and a bad boy with ocean blue eyes and the perfect edge of adorability, he was her greatest tormentor, her number one enemy. But the guy who's come back is like no one Tessa's ever come across. He challenges her, he tests her limits, he forces her to bring out the girl she's long ago buried under a veil of mediocrity, and, most of all, he compels her to consider that perhaps the boy who infuriates her to the point of no return might just be her guardian angel. Warning: The story comes with a bad boy notorious for making you swoon, inducing hysterical laughter, and making you question whether you could purchase a clone on eBay. Book two, The Bad Boy's Heart, will be available November 2017. For updates on the series, find Blair on Twitter as @blairholdenx, on Facebook, on Instagram as @jessgirl93, and on her author page. Members Reviews: Love I read this book on wattpad and I absolutely love it! Its even better when it is rwzd to you because it like you Ade just hearing the characters voices. Its just awesom. Best book ever!! Best book I have ever read I love the characters and the writing is the best!

Keeping You a Secret Audiobook by Julie Anne Peters

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Julie Anne Peters) — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 17:51:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Keeping You a Secret Author: Julie Anne Peters Narrator: Rebekah Levin Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 06-11-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 248 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: First time I saw her was in the mirror on my locker door. I'd kicked my swim gear onto the bottom shelf and was reaching to the top for my calc book when she opened her locker across the hall. She had a streaked blonde ponytail dangling out the back of her baseball cap.... We slammed our lockers in unison and turned. Her eyes met mine. "Hi," she said, smiling. My stomach fluttered. "Hi," I answered automatically. She was new. Had to be. I would've noticed her. She sauntered away, but not before I caught a glimpse of her T-shirt. It said: IMRU? Am I what? Editorial Reviews: Author Julie Anne Peters is best known for writing young adult books about gender queer youth, and Keeping You a Secret is penned in the same vein. In this audiobook, popular Holland Jaeger's life (and sexuality) is thrown into question by the arrival of a new girl in the corridors of her high school. Rebekah Levin performs this coming-out story in the authentic voice of a conflicted teenager. She is able to capture the exaggerated theatricality of high school students, as well as the shrill, authoritarian tones of teachers and parents. The overt drama of the performance complements the action-packed storyline in a way that deepens the listener's understanding of the obstacles facing queer youth. Members Reviews: A story of how not to love Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? Yes for the perspective of what love isn't. The relationship between the two girls is abusive. Cece is abusive of Holland and when you love someone you just aren't. As an attorney who has helped many women in such relationships with men the fact the other person is a woman doesn't change the situation. Would you recommend Keeping You a Secret to your friends? Why or why not? Obsessive love is not love. It is possession and selfish. As an example of this yes. What do you think the narrator could have done better? Yes. Did Keeping You a Secret inspire you to do anything? Yes to write this review. I had not written any before reading this book. It took me six months to get around to it and I even wrote other reviews prior to this one but reading this boom left me with a desire to say what happened in the book was not true love. Enjoyed this coming out story ALOT If you could sum up Keeping You a Secret in three words, what would they be? Inspirational, Motivating, Factual. What was one of the most memorable moments of Keeping You a Secret? When Cece finally told Holland the real reason she did not want her to meet her friends or come out of the closet. The fact that she was afraid to lose Holland is the real reason she lied to her. Though lying to your partner is still wrong. I absolutely love how Cece stuck with Holland through her being kicked out of the house as well. True love. Have you listened to any of Rebekah Levins other performances before? How does this one compare? No, I have not, but I will definitely be checking some more out. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Yes, there were parts that made me tear up. And there were parts that made me mad. Like the part where Hollands mom was hitting her for being inlove and being who she is. Any additional comments? This book is great for LGBT's who are going through the coming out phase.

The Practice Boyfriend Audiobook by Christina Benjamin

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Christina Benjamin) — Fri, 05 Jan 2018 09:08:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Practice Boyfriend Subtitle: The Boyfriend Series, Book 1 Author: Christina Benjamin Narrator: Catherine Wenglowski Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 01-05-18 Publisher: Crown Atlantic Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Practice makes perfect...or so she thought. Nobody likes Cody Matthews, including Cody Matthews. And why should they? He got his high school girlfriend pregnant, and then almost killed them both while driving drunk. That's why he's perfect for Hannah. She'd never fall for someone like him. Hannah Stark is a high school senior with a resume of straight A's. She's never stepped a toe out of line. But that's also why she's never had a boyfriend. While all her classmates are counting down the days until graduation, Hannah is dragging her feet. She can't believe she'll be leaving her adolescence behind without ever taking a chance to be wild and free. That's why she's set her sights on Harrison. Harrison Cohl is everything Hannah wants to be. Gorgeous, wealthy, popular, and wild. He's also notorious for the legendary masquerade ball he throws every year. And this year, Hannah is determined to be invited. And have Harrison as her date. Hannah's plan is crazy. But she's convinced she just needs a little practice to make her high school...perfect. A fun, fast, YA romance that you won't be able to pause. Perfect for fans of Gossip Girl and Pretty Little Liars. Note: Suggested age 16+ for mature language and content. Members Reviews: Sweet YA read with a bit of romance and mystery 3.75 Stars. This is a sweet YA read with a bit of romance and mystery. I enjoyed the characters and finished in one day. I would definitely check out other books by this Author. I listened to the audible version and thought the narrator did a great job. I received a free copy and voluntarily left my honest review. Teen Drama with a twist I received a free copy in exchange for an unbiased review. This started off a little slow and predictable for me but, boy was I wrong. I really started to to enjoy the book once the truth came out about Cody. I did feel like some of the book had to much detail and other parts seemed to be missed. I wouls have liked to find out more about Cody's mom and the circumstances around her affair. I would say that for a quick listen this one was a win. a good book I enjoyed the book very much it's a very good story for young adults and though I'm not a young adult I did enjoy the story and I think anyone from age 15 and Elder will enjoy this book I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review." Entertaining, definitely not for younger than 16 I really enjoyed this book. Some of it was predictable, especially if you've watched some of these rich kid shows like Gossip Girl. Still, other parts weren't. I really liked Hannah and Cody's characters, and the story flowed really well. It was definitely one that I would have listened to in one sitting if I hadn't had to got to bed because I had work in the morning. I actually give the story a 4.5. It was really entertaining, as I mentioned and though a few parts were predictable, it didn't bother me in the least. I was a bit disappointed with how quickly the end wrapped up. It wasn't a bad ending, but left me wanting a little more. There is a lot of sexually suggestive stuff in the book and though it's all vanilla for an adult, since this is a YA book, I would definitely heed the warning in the summary that it be read by 16+ young adults.

The Distance Between Us Audiobook by Kasie West

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kasie West) — Tue, 30 Sep 2014 11:14:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Distance Between Us Author: Kasie West Narrator: Jorjeana Marie Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 09-30-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 211 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Seventeen-year-old Caymen Meyers learned early that the rich are not to be trusted. And after years of studying them from behind the cash register of her mom's porcelain-doll shop, she has seen nothing to prove otherwise. Enter Xander Spence - he's tall, handsome, and oozing rich. Despite his charming ways and the fact that he seems to be one of the first people who actually gets her, she's smart enough to know that his interest won't last. Because if there's one thing she's learned from her mother's warnings, it's that the rich have a short attention span. But just when Xander's loyalty and attentiveness are about to convince Caymen that being rich isn't a character flaw, she finds out that money is a much bigger part of their relationship than she'd ever realized. With so many obstacles standing in their way, can she close the distance between them? Members Reviews: I loved it I loved all of it the reader was good and the story was amazing it's a grate point of view on every thing Teen Perfect This was a little predictable but so adorable that it didn't matter. Perfect teen romance book. good book reading this book is amazing but person reading sounds bored. that's all I have to say Cute! This book is told in the first person which always takes me awhile to get used too (okay, a few pages) but I think it gives the book more depth. Caymen's attitude about the rich comes from what her mother told her about her past. When she meets Xander though she can't stay away from him. Then one day she finally learns the truth about her moms past and is not to happy. The narrator was enjoyable to listen to. L O V E E E Can't believe it's over already, this is once again an incredible book by Kasie West.

First Year Audiobook by Rachel E. Carter

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rachel E. Carter) — Thu, 27 Oct 2016 13:32:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: First Year Subtitle: The Black Mage, Book 1 Author: Rachel E. Carter Narrator: Melissa Moran Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-16 Publisher: Clean Reads Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 170 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: For 15-year-old Ryiah the choice has always been easy. Become a warrior and leave the boring confines of her lowborn life behind. Set to enroll in the School of Knighthood on the eve of her next birthday, plans suddenly shift when her twin brother discovers powers. Hoping that hers will soon follow, she enrolls with Alex at the Academy instead - the realm's most notorious war school for those with magic. Yet when she arrives, Ry finds herself competing against friend and foe for one of the exalted apprenticeships. Every "first-year" is given a trial year to prove their worth - and no amount of hard work and drive will guarantee them a spot. It seems like everyone is rooting for her to fail - and first and foremost among them Prince Darren, the school prodigy who has done nothing but make life miserable since she arrived. When an accidental encounter leads Ryiah and Darren to an unlikely friendship, she is convinced nothing good will come of it. But the lines become blurred when she begins to improve - and soon she is a key competitor for the faction of Combat. Still, nothing is ever as it seems - and when the world comes crashing down around her, Ry is forced to place faith in the one thing she can believe in - herself. Will it be enough? Members Reviews: So much awesome and only 1 story I loved listening to Melissa Moran narrate this story. She gave such emotion and so much excitement to the story is was wonderful. I loved Ryiah's trials and battles thought the mage school. There was so much awesomeness packed into 1 story I don't know how they did it. There was a wonderful fantasy world to escape into and so awesomely done its hard to believe that it isn't just another view on history. There is so much about this story I enjoyed I can't even name it all without just reading you the book myself and no way would I do the amazing job that Melissa did narrating. awesome!!! I cannot wait to hear the sequels!! thank you audible books! I would recommend this A Great YA Novel And Promising Start To A Series First Year: The Black Mage Book 1 is an excellent YA novel about twins, Ryiah and Alex. The two set out to join a prestigious mage academy, but the road to becoming an accomplished mage is not easy. The Academy has a brutal weeding out process that takes power, talent, and a strong will to survive. First Year seems to be more about Ryiah than Alex. The mage academy teaches three types of magic, alchemy, healing magic known as restoration, and combat. Ryiah, who wants to become a combat mage, has her work cut out for her. Surprisingly, author Rachel E. Carter didnt make either Ryiah or Alex particularly skillful. Both children are perennially at the bottom of their classes, but they somehow manage to hang on. There are other studentssupporting characters that are likable and not so likable, but definitely not one dimensional. First Year is all about the weeding out process just to earn the right to become mage apprentices. Although that isnt a whole lot of plot, enough happens in book one to feel like a full length novel without feeling like the novel was padded to reach its length. Narrator Melissa Moran did a great job bringing the Ms. Carters words to life. She also has a pleasant sounding voice that sounds age appropriate to the characters. Her male character voices werent bad either.

Drop of Doubt Audiobook by C. L. Stone

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (C. L. Stone) — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 20:37:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Drop of Doubt Subtitle: The Academy: The Ghost Bird, Book 5 Author: C. L. Stone Narrator: Natalie Eaton Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 08-03-17 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 64 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: From USA TODAY Bestselling Author, C. L. Stone, read Drop of Doubt, the fifth book in The Academy Ghost Bird Series. Sang Sorenson and the Academy boys return to Ashley Waters High School but before they get a chance to even settle in, Sang's life is threatened by an anonymous caller. They retreat to the protective walls of the Morgan estate, a safe house for when the boys are under fire. But when new threats can break through those barriers that once kept them secure, it leaves Kota, Victor, Silas, Nathan, Gabriel, Luke and North rushing to figure out who is hunting them. But when you're fighting a ghost who seems to know all your secrets, retreating is no longer an option. The Academy, Deceptively Strategic Members Reviews: Love this series! I adore this series. I've read the books multiple times and loved the first two audiobooks. I was very hesitant to purchase this audiobook because of the new narrator. After listening, while she does a decent job, it in no way compares to the previous two. Bring them back!!!! love the series!! I cant wait for all of them ! i cant wait for all of the books to be on audible! own all so far

The Outliers Audiobook by Kimberly McCreight

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kimberly McCreight) — Tue, 03 May 2016 07:41:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Outliers Author: Kimberly McCreight Narrator: Phoebe Strole Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 05-03-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 152 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: From the New York Times best-selling author of Reconstructing Amelia comes a fast-paced teen series where one girl learns that in a world of intrigue, betrayal, and deeply buried secrets, it is vital to trust your instincts. It all starts with a text: Please, Wylie, I need your help. Wylie hasn't heard from Cassie in over a week, not since their last fight. But that doesn't matter. Cassie's in trouble, so Wylie decides to do what she has done so many times before: save her best friend from herself. This time it's different, though. Instead of telling Wylie where she is, Cassie sends cryptic clues. And instead of having Wylie come by herself, Jasper shows up saying Cassie sent him to help. Trusting the guy who sent Cassie off the rails doesn't feel right, but Wylie has no choice but to ignore her gut instinct and go with him. But figuring out where Cassie is goes from difficult to dangerous - fast. As Wylie and Jasper head farther and farther north into the dense woods of Maine, Wylie struggles to control her growing sense that something is really wrong. What isn't Cassie telling them? And could finding her be only the beginning? In this breakneck tale, New York Times best-selling author Kimberly McCreight brilliantly chronicles a fateful journey that begins with a single decision - and ends up changing everything. Members Reviews: Don't give up. This story is certainly not what I expected from the previews and blurb, but I did enjoy it. I have to admit that the second quarter bored me a little and I considered giving up. But I'm certainly glad I continued on and finished the story. Now I'm curious as to when a sequel will release, as I'm that intrigued. The narrator was fabulous, and I think she's what kept me listening. Started off ok, but then just painful The beginning of this book started off ok - lots of suspense. But, as soon as what an outlier is was revealed, it just got super painful and repetitive. I would not recommend this book if you prefer books that are well-written (i.e. not trite, not tell-y vs. show-y). Confused!? The main character did not address a lot of her own questions leaving the reader frustrated and confused. Poorly written, not for adults Poorly written suspense novel that is reflective of the over inflated "self" among Millenials. The protagonist exhibits a number of unattractive qualities that all justified in the end because she finds out that she is different. The characters react in dramatic and over confidant manners that are typical of over entitled teenagers. Story does pick two third way through in terms of the suspense and pace, but ending doesn't fail to disappoint again as unbelievable. Confusion at its best I kept listening to this book in hopes that SOMETHING would make sense. Even until the very last word... I'm still confused!

Followed by Frost Audiobook by Charlie N. Holmberg

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charlie N. Holmberg) — Tue, 22 Sep 2015 02:39:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Followed by Frost Author: Charlie N. Holmberg Narrator: Angela Dawe Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 09-22-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 879 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Seventeen-year-old Smitha has the wealth, status, and beauty that make her the envy of her town - until she rejects a strange man's marriage proposal, and disastrous consequences follow. Smitha becomes cursed, and frost begins to encompass everything she touches. Banished to the hills, hunted by villagers, and chilled to the very core of her soul, she finds companionship with Death, who longs to coax her into his isolated world. But Smitha's desire for life proves stronger than despair, and a newfound purpose gives her renewed hope. Will regrets over the past and an unexpected desire for a man she cannot touch be enough to warm Smitha's heart, or will Death forever still it? Members Reviews: Romance Alert I don't usually read pure romance and although there are a lot of fantasy and cultural elements woven skillfully into the story it is ultimately a romance. Not a dig at the genre but I didn't feel this was obvious from the write-up so be sure a romance is what you're looking for. I've heard this before. Loved it all the same Any additional comments? Story-wise it's a very familiar story. Proud and vain girl gets cursed for being horrible. And it's only through being cursed that she begins to learn being a better person. Not that I'm complaining. The author made it interesting enough for me to listen until the end. But I think it's mainly because of the character's relationship with Death and Lo. And the most important of all is Smitha's character development. She really goes from being this really annoying girl (who I kinda thought deserved her curse) to this compassionate and selfless young woman. It's unfortunate that she started out so self-centered that it took a curse to finally get her to put herself in other people's shoes. But all in all, I loved the journey that got her to be who she is by the end of the book. Readers/Listeners who usually find themselves rooting for characters in Smitha's vein would be satisfied with the ending. However, personally, I feel that there are a couple of loose ends that never get answered (such as what happened to the person who cursed Smitha in the first place and what exactly was this person's history prior to coming to Smitha's town). I get that Smitha forgives this person even without meeting this person again. But it just doesn't seem satisfying enough for me. But maybe that's just me. All in all, it's a good story. I'm afraid it will be compared to Disney's Frozen. But it is its own unique story. Those who like Fairy Tale-like stories and the more wholesome romances would like this book Great for young adults & regular adults! What made the experience of listening to Followed by Frost the most enjoyable? The story really sucked me in and it just kept getting better. What did you like best about this story? No swearing or sex. Great story. Great narrator. What about Angela Dawes performance did you like? She was good on the voices and fit the characters very well. Any additional comments? I'm glad I gave this book a chance. It was easy listening throughout (ok, it was a little slow when she was wandering around, but I'm so glad I didn't stop there).

Cursed Audiobook by S.J. West

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (S.J. West) — Mon, 02 Jun 2014 20:36:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cursed Subtitle: The Watchers Trilogy, Book 1 Author: S.J. West Narrator: Christa Lewis Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 06-02-14 Publisher: Sandy J West Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 629 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Since she was eight years old, Lilly Rayne Nightingale felt like Fate was trying to wipe away her existence through a series of odd, near fatal incidences. Luckily, her best friend Will was always one step ahead of Fate preventing her from being at the wrong place at the wrong time. Will was her knight in shining armor until he broke her heart after their one and only kiss. On Lilly's first day of college, she meets Brand Cole. Intrigued by Brand, Lilly must decide whether or not she can give up her adolescent fantasy of being reunited with Will and allow Brand the opportunity to conqueror her heart. Not only do Will and Brand both love Lilly, they share a dark secret neither wants Lilly to discover. Lilly thinks Fate is after her once again when a new series of attempts on her life start to take place, but she soon learns someone of flesh and blood is trying to kill her this time. Members Reviews: A must read! What made the experience of listening to Cursed the most enjoyable? The story is fantastic. The characters are amazing! What did you like best about this story? I definitely loved the story the best. S.J. West tells a vivid story that captures the reader and holds you captive until the very end! Which character as performed by Christa Lewis was your favorite? Brand Cole was my favorite character performed by Christa Lewis. She did a great job making all the characters sound different and unique. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I read this in one sitting, I just couldn't put it down! I've already picked up the ebooks for the 2nd and 3rd book.. I just wish they were available on audiobook as well! Any additional comments? I'm new to S.J. West's books but I'm a fan!! I couldnt stop listening??? This is such a hard review for me to write since I really cant explain why I kept listening to this one. I think I have a love/hate relationship with this book. There were so many things I didnt like about the main character and many of her choices/actions were unrealistic for someone her age. I usually dont have an issue with suspending my belief when it comes to paranormal romance but I struggled with this one. All the negative comments aside, I just couldnt stop listening to this one. What was it about this book?? I suppose I really enjoyed the mystery and just had to know everyones deep dark secrets. Although not all the secrets were revealed in this book. Im sure I will purchase the next one because the price is right and I apparently need some answers. 3.5 stars Very pleasantly surprised Would you listen to Cursed again? Why? I don't reread books unless I need to remember a previous book before reading the next in a series. I finished the trilogy, so I won't reread. What was one of the most memorable moments of Cursed? I loved Tara's interrogation of Bran. Which character as performed by Christa Lewis was your favorite? It was a tie between Tara and Malcolm. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Lily's vulnerability and innocence when she tried to entice Will. Any additional comments? This was the best narrated book I've ever listened to. Another good YA Paranormal I really liked this beginning book of a series. I'm just sorry Audible doesn't have the next ones. I have already bought the Kindle versions to read.

Independent Study Audiobook by Joelle Charbonneau

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Joelle Charbonneau) — Tue, 07 Jan 2014 04:38:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Independent Study Author: Joelle Charbonneau Narrator: Elizabeth Morton Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 01-07-14 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 507 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Seventeen-year-old Cia Vale survivedThe Testing, as has Tomas, theboy she loves, and they have both gained admission to the University. She has apromising future as a leader of the United Commonwealth and no memory of her bloody testing experience, thanks to a government-sanctioned memory wipe.Cia should be happy but is plagued by doubts about the past and future. Determined to find the truth, she embarks on a path of studyforbidden by the government delving into the Commonwealth's darkest secrets. What she finds is the brutal reality lurking behind the friendly faces of her classmates and the unbearable realization that leaders chosen to protect us can be our greatest enemy. Members Reviews: Great story, left me wanting more. This book/audiobook was very entertaining and kept wanting more. I travel alot for work and this has given me much entertainment on those long drives. Definitely a cliff a hanger at the end. Glad the 3rd book was already out so I could listen to it right after. Enjoy. Decent Follow Up Independent Study is not a bad book per se; however, quirks that didn't bother me as much with the first book became problematic by the second. Yes, Cia is a bit too smart and figures everything out. But ultimately, that the characters talk like textbooks with very few colloquialisms made the story and characters feel very artificial to me. This was exacerbated by a narrator on Audible who also couldn't make the words sound natural and instead felt like she was reading off a card, with odd breaks in the overly wordy dialogue. Story: Cia has passed the testing but now faces the challenges of induction. She's been chosen as a leader for government and her life is just as perilous and decisions just as critical as during the Testing. Lives will be lost, she will face betrayal, but she will also be given hope for the first time. Cia will have to learn quickly: for every mistake she makes, someone will die. Unlike most dystopian books, the government isn't all evil nor populated with moustache twirling bad guys. Characters are good and bad and each have their own motivations for what they do. While this book did not peg my implausibility meter quite as frequently as other dystopians, there were still some questions about why the government is so stupid/allows Cia the chances she gets to learn more about them. The old "hiding behind an object just in time to overhear incriminating words from the bad guys' was more than a bit too much. As noted before, the dialogue here became very stilted by book two. I didn't mind it as much in book one - I greatly appreciate a character who acts with maturity and thoughtfulness. But when every character seems to be the same way, it does lead to monotony. I began to wish for a character who would actually speak in sentences less long than an entire paragraph. It's the type of writing that sounds good in your head but when said outloud, you soon realize how stilted and unnatural it sounds. On the audible version, it really became problematic. I will continue to read the series through to the last book. I've read some really poor YA dystopians lately and this is definitely not among them. But at the same time, I would have liked this better without the endless textbook dialogue or supernaturally gifted main character. held my breath the whole time listening to this I love this story! It just keeps getting better and better.

The Bad Boy's Heart Audiobook by Blair Holden

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Blair Holden) — Tue, 28 Nov 2017 09:27:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bad Boy's Heart Author: Blair Holden Narrator: Laura Hopatcong Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 11-28-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Tessa O'Connell is a girl as in love as possible. For a moment she had it all: friends, family, and the promise of a forever love. But could she end up losing it all? The crippling pain of heartbreak is fresh, and as Tessa struggles to move on in the wake of tragedy, her goal becomes to protect her heart at all costs. But it's a task not made easy by the devastatingly gorgeous Cole Stone, who seems to have shattered her beyond repair. As Cole and Tessa manage to find their way back to one another, they embark on yet another new chapter in their lives. While attempting to navigate her first year of college, it becomes apparent to Tessa that everyone has their eyes set on Cole Stone. When status quo, clingy college girls, old insecurities, and her slightly neurotic tendencies cause her to question whether she can actually make the relationship work, it's up to Cole to show her that he's never letting go, not again. But even for Cole Grayson Stone it's not easy to convince his Shortcake of his never ending devotion as time apart, communication problems, and a quirky new group of friends start to unravel the delicate thread that binds the two together. Can the boy who once protected her from the world protect Tessa from herself? Warning: The book comes with a bad boy desperate to win back the love of his life. He's going to fight dirty and he's willing to go down on his knees and beg. If you thought Cole Stone was swoon-worthy before, wait till you see him get the girl. Members Reviews: A Really Mad that It's a Cliffhanger I loved this book. I loved the first one. I waited to read this series until this one came out because I hate waiting for ever for the next book to come out. I would not have read this series had I of known it wasn't finished. It really made me mad when I got half way through this book and realized that there was another one to come after this and this one was left on a cliffhanger. It's hard telling when the next one will come out. I think if they are left on this big of a cliffhanger then they should publish all books at once. I don't know if I'll read the last one. Really mad. Another great installment We leave the last book with Tessa heartbroken. We pickup to see this the next turn of the screw. This book offers twists and turns that I had to say that I didn't see coming. Ultimately, the problem between the two is greater than what the small problems between them, it is the rest of the world and what those outside of their relationship. Is what they decide a bad idea? You'll have to decide. The narration is great. I'm looking forward to the next installment.

Dangerous Creatures Audiobook by Kami Garcia, Margaret Stohl

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kami Garcia) — Tue, 20 May 2014 02:47:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dangerous Creatures Author: Kami Garcia, Margaret Stohl Narrator: Khristine Hvam Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 05-20-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 274 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: From the world of Beautiful Creatures - a dangerous new tale of love and magic Ridley Duchannes is nobody's heroine. She's a Dark Caster, a Siren. She can make you do things. Anything. You can't trust her, or yourself when she's around. And she'll be the first to tell you to stay away - especially if you're going to do something as stupid as fall in love with her. Lucky for Ridley, her wannabe rocker boyfriend, Wesley "Link" Lincoln, never listens to anyone. Link doesn't care if Rid's no good for him, and he takes her along when he leaves small-town Gatlin to follow his rock-star dream. He teams up with a ragtag group of Dark Casters, and when the band scores a gig at a hot Underground club, it looks like all of Link's dreams are about to come true. But New York City is a dangerous place for both Casters and Mortals, and soon Ridley realizes that Link's bandmates are keeping secrets. With bad-boy club owner Lennox Gates on her heels, Rid is determined to find out the truth. What she discovers is worse than she could have imagined: Link has a price on his head that no Caster or Mortal can ever pay. With their lives on the line, what's a Siren to do? Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl, the number-one New York Times best-selling coauthors of the Beautiful Creatures novels, are back to cast another magical spell. Their signature blend of mystery, suspense, and romance, with a healthy dose of wit and danger, will pull fans in and leave them begging for more. Members Reviews: Love Ridley and Link! Would you consider the audio edition of Dangerous Creatures to be better than the print version? Always is,but I only listened...and it was great!! What was one of the most memorable moments of Dangerous Creatures? The Fire, and Ridleys job....one was scary the other funny...Ridley is a mess!! What about Khristine Hvams performance did you like? I Love her narrations....I have listened to her quite a bit in other series...she is really good!!! I also Like Kevin Collins too! If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? I hate this question...but this would make a cute movie, if they didn't ruin it like they did beautiful creatures! Any additional comments? I like this book and hope they continue the series....Ridley is a very complex and interesting character and Link makes me laugh....this whole book kept e interested from beginning to end....and the cliffhanger it ended on has me dying for more...2 thumbs up and a highly recommend!!! Sorry I listened to the ending - Book 2...? Is there anything you would change about this book? The ending was nothing like the beautiful creatures books. I know its just a book, but it still brings tears to my eyes thinking about how it ended. It seems as though a lot of issues are left unresolved, and I would love another couple of books to resolve those issues as well as fix the ending of this book. What's up with the rings? Why don't they get help from family? I am pretty sure the rest of the family was involved in the death of Abraham, and it seems like he would want to take it out on all of them. What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting? Interesting to be inside of Rid's head and get to know her better.

The Midnight Star Audiobook by Marie Lu

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Marie Lu) — Tue, 11 Oct 2016 06:08:36 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Midnight Star Subtitle: Young Elites, Book 3 Author: Marie Lu Narrator: Lannon Killea, Carla Corvo Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-16 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 206 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The thrilling finale to the New York Times best-selling Young Elites series from "hit factory" Marie Lu. There was once a time when darkness shrouded the world, and the darkness had a queen. Adelina Amouteru is done suffering. She's turned her back on those who have betrayed her and achieved the ultimate revenge: victory. Her reign as the White Wolf has been a triumphant one, but with each conquest her cruelty only grows. The darkness within her has begun to spiral out of control, threatening to destroy all she's gained. When a new danger appears, Adelina's forced to revisit old wounds, putting not only herself at risk but every Elite. In order to preserve her empire, Adelina and her Roses must join the Daggers on a perilous quest - though this uneasy alliance may prove to be the real danger. Number one New York Times best-selling author Marie Lu concludes Adelina's story with this haunting and hypnotizing final installment to the Young Elites series. Members Reviews: Wonderful ending to a wonderful trilogy. It really all makes sense in the end, and resonated beautifully. Don't pass up on this trilogy! The world and characters are remarkable, up untill the very last page. Worst Book 3 EVER!!! I don't usually react this way to a series I've read and enjoyed, from an author I like. But this book made no sense. It felt completely disjointed, with absolutely no resolution to all the main story lines - just dumb gimmicks to explain away everything that happened in books 1&2. I feel cheated. I've invested time listening to this series - I even re-listened to the first two books prior to this one. And now I wish I hadn't bothered. the worst one in the trilogy in my opinion this was the worst book in the trilogy. The voice acting was grating. I would say even more grating then it was in the first book. the second book was probably the best not only in terms of writing but in terms of the voice acting as well. honestly everything about this particular installment was a bit of a letdown. Heart wrenching ending Great series but the ending, really? Nooo. I won't give it away, you must read. The true end of greatness The story moves from darkness to light. Marie Lu has created a great myth worthy of Greek scrolls. Highly recommend this series.

By Your Side Audiobook by Kasie West

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kasie West) — Tue, 31 Jan 2017 22:05:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: By Your Side Author: Kasie West Narrator: Caitlin Kelly Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 01-31-17 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 317 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: An irresistible story from Kasie West that explores the timeless question: What do you do when you fall for the person you least expect? When Autumn Collins finds herself accidentally locked in the library for an entire weekend, she doesn't think things could get any worse. But that's before she realizes that Dax Miller is locked in with her. Autumn doesn't know much about Dax except that he's trouble. Between the rumors about the fight he was in (and that brief stint in juvie that followed it) and his reputation as a loner, he's not exactly the ideal person to be stuck with. Still, she just keeps reminding herself that it is only a matter of time before Jeff, her almost boyfriend, realizes he left her in the library and comes to rescue her. Only he doesn't come. No one does. Instead it becomes clear that Autumn is going to have to spend the next couple of days living off vending machine food and making conversation with a boy who clearly wants nothing to do with her. Except there is more to Dax than meets the eye. As he and Autumn at first grudgingly, and then not so grudgingly, open up to each other, Autumn is struck by their surprising connection. But can their feelings for each other survive once the weekend is over and Autumn's old life and old love interest threaten to pull her from Dax's side? Members Reviews: Wow! What a great book! Great story! I finished it in a day; had to know what was going to happen next! Portrayed emotions so well, my body mirrored almost every one! SWEET YA STORY, VERY WELL NARRATED!!!! If you could sum up By Your Side in three words, what would they be? Sweet, Hopeful, Insiteful What was one of the most memorable moments of By Your Side? When Dax pulls the alarm to help Autumn... Have you listened to any of Caitlin Kellys other performances before? How does this one compare? Lots!! I love her so much...she is one of my faves!!! Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? When Autumn finally admits to her friends she has an anxiety disorder... Any additional comments? ** I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review ** This is a YA love story, no sexy times, but super sweet!! Autumn accidentally gets locked in the library over a long weekend...thinking she is alone, she is surprised when she runs into Dax...he is a foster child and his foster family had kicked him out for the weekend...a common occurrence...They become fast friends...well it turns out Autumns parents have been searching for her, thinking that she may be dead...so Dax pulls the fire alarm to get Autumn rescued...this triggers Autumns anxiety disorder and she passes out... Jeff, Autumns long time semi boyfriend was involved in a bad accident, and Autumns friends have thought she was with him, and possibly dead...they are unaware of her anxiety disorder...and this is causing misunderstandings...she eventually has to come clean with them and be honest with herself..and this helps, and we get a very sweet HEA!! WELL NARRATED AND A SWEET STORY, WORTH YOUR TIME AND A CREDIT!! Love Kasie West Books Clean, fun story about discovering self and finding love. My daughter read it in a couple of days. Warning! Romance was not the main theme and could trigger anxiety attacks! Warning the protagonist has anxiety, for an empathetic and anxious person this book was hard for me to read.

Guarding Eden Audiobook by Cameo Renae

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Cameo Renae) — Fri, 29 Sep 2017 09:54:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Guarding Eden Author: Cameo Renae Narrator: Tess Irondale, Nathan Everett Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 09-29-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Tucked away at an upscale, private boarding school in Brindle Hollow, Washington, 17-year-old Eden East comes face to face with a hideous creature on her walk back to her dorm. Shaken to her core, she's left questioning the world around her, and soon finds herself entering a friendship with a hot, new student named Alexander. Little does she know, Alex is a Guardian Angel, sent from Midway to protect her from those dangerous creatures - known as Darkling - lurking in the forest outside Brindle Hall. It isn't long before Alex learns this is no ordinary assignment. Eden's existence holds a secret; something hidden from even herself. Eden is thrust into a world where Fallen angels and creatures of the Underworld will stop at nothing to catch her. With Alex at her side and a little help from some of his old friends, they form a formidable front against the enemy. Hopefully, it's not too little, too late. Guarding Eden is a Hidden Wings spin-off series and a Midway novel. Intended for ages 15 and over Members Reviews: Alex and Eden's story Glad to read more about the Guardian Angels from Midway. In GUARDING EDEN, Alex finds himself on assignment watching over a girl in a private highschool who had a run-in with a darkling. It turns out Eden is a Nephillim, part Angel, part human. since Lucian has killed most Nephillim, finding there is another, who will soon transform, midway sends help. Thank you Tess Iron dale and Nathan Everett for you wonderful narration!

The Burning Sky Audiobook by Sherry Thomas

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sherry Thomas) — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 18:22:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Burning Sky Subtitle: The Elemental Trilogy, Book 1 Author: Sherry Thomas Narrator: Philip Battley Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 09-25-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 566 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: It all began with a ruined elixir and a bolt of lightning.... Iolanthe Seabourne is the greatest elemental mage of her generation - or so she's been told. The one prophesied for years to be the savior of the Realm. It is her duty and destiny to face and defeat the Bane, the most powerful tyrant and mage the world has ever known. This would be a suicide task for anyone, let alone a reluctant 16-year-old girl with no training. Guided by his mother's visions and committed to avenging his family, Prince Titus has sworn to protect Iolanthe even as he prepares her for their battle with the Bane. But he makes the terrifying mistake of falling in love with the girl who should have been only a means to an end. Now, with the servants of the tyrant closing in, Titus must choose between his mission - and her life. The Burning Sky the first book in the Elemental Trilogy - is an electrifying and unforgettable novel of intrigue and adventure. Members Reviews: The Burning Sky by Sherry Thomas Audiobook The Burning Sky by Sherry Thomas is a fantasy series that has been getting a crazy amount of hype. When the second book, The Perilous Sea, came out earlier this year, I knew I needed to find out what everyone was gushing about. Therefore, I turned to audiobooks because how else was I supposed to fit it in in a timely manner?? Fortunately, there was pretty good narration, so I now have happily started The Burning Sky series and am just one book away from being all caught up! While I wouldn't say it blew my mind, I can definitely see where The Burning Sky has the potential to begin a truly ground-breaking fantasy series, and it has that whole girl-disguised-as-a-boy thing that so many of you love ;-). Note: I listened to The Burning Sky which inarguably influences my reading experience. Strengths: The fantasy world of The Burning Sky is actually multiple worlds, ours as one and at least one, perhaps multiple others that have magic. The Burning Sky is one of those books that will confuse you initially because there is a lot of lingo to pick up and the characters have basic assumptions about how the world works that they don't share with you, but figuring all that out is half the fun! I never felt that The Burning Sky was dumping information on the reader in order to make sure we got all the details of how things work between the teleportation (called vaulting), the elemental magic, the other kind of magic, the shadow government somehow connected to the magic world which is also then connected to our world, etc. Instead, you as the reader get to discover things and slowly put the pieces of the puzzle together. Just be warned that you don't have all the pieces by the end of book one, but that just leaves more fun for book two :D. There was a danger to my listening to The Burning Sky because the male MC, Prince Titus, acts like a complete jackass most of the time, but very early on he makes a reference internally to having to keep up the act. If you miss that part, you'll hate him, but instead, I loved him because of the complexity of teasing out which parts are really him and which parts are him playing a part so hard his life depends on it. I'm not shipping these kids or anything, but I love their depth ;-). There is a chosen one trope in The Burning Sky, but the twist on it is simply marvelous.

Finale Audiobook by Becca Fitzpatrick

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Becca Fitzpatrick) — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 12:41:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Finale Subtitle: Hush, Hush, Book 4 Author: Becca Fitzpatrick Narrator: Caitlin Greer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 10-23-12 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 471 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Fates unfurl in the gripping conclusion to the New York Times best-selling Hush, Hush saga. Nora is more certain than ever that she is in love with Patch. Fallen Angel or no, he is the one for her. Her heritage and destiny may mean that they will always be enemies, but there is no turning her back on him. And yet their biggest challenge lies ahead. Can their love survive a seemingly insurmountable divide? The lines are drawn, but it's unclear which sides have been taken. And in the end, will there be enough trust left to rebuild what has been broken? Members Reviews: I should have just bought the novel Is there anything you would change about this book? I am a big fan of this series and could not wait for the final book. While the story nicely wraps up the journey that Patch and Nora have traveled throughout the series, I was somewhat disappointed by the 2nd half of this book. I think that performance by the narrator may be to blame for that though. What other book might you compare Finale to and why? Gates of Paradise by Melissa De La Cruz also is the final book in a series that follows 2 characters that overcome an sacrifice a lot for love. How did the narrator detract from the book? I will not purchase any other books narrated by Carlin Greer! She seems more concerned about proper pronunciation of the words than about what emotion is required to compel listeners to follow along. There are parts in the story where she makes Nora sound happy when facing situations that fans of this series will know are heartbreaking. If this book were a movie would you go see it? Yes Any additional comments? I am an avid reader. I've read over 100 books in the last year and have really enjoyed almost all of the 20+ audio books that I have purchased . With that said, it took me almost 3 months to listen to this entire audio book because every time I would play it, I found myself wishing I would have just gotten the ebook instead of wasting the money on the audio version ! great book there are very few books I've read in which i wouldn't change one thing or another. this is definitely one of them. Great story amazing performance top notch sad I LOVE THE BOOKS I'M SAD ITS OVER!! I hope there will be more books Pleasantly surpised This was a cute paranormal series that was more keen on mystery more so then romance. It was very PG on the romance but the mystery factor kept everything interesting. This paranormal series are about battling races of Angels on earth. Fallen Angels from heaven are curse not to feel physical sensation on Earth, the only way Fallen Angels can have human sensation is to posses a race of fallen angel / human hybrid called the Nephilim. The Nephilim posses human sensation along with immortality and fallen angel strength. Fallen Angels seek out Nephilim when they turn 16 years old to make them swear an oath of fealty to the Angel so that 2 weeks out of the year the fallen angel can posses the Nephilim like a parasite and gain human sensation. Nora Grey didn't have much invested in the war until she procured a fallen angel boyfriend Patch and was made a pure blood Nephilim by her biological father that was the leader of the Nephilim army that Nora inherited upon his death. What is Nora to do? very fun listening and credit worthy great reading for young girls, teenage years.
great narrator, not a series I would listen to again. young reading.

(Dis)content Audiobook by Melissa Haag

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Melissa Haag) — Mon, 15 Feb 2016 18:06:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: (Dis)content Subtitle: Judgement of the Six, Book 5 Author: Melissa Haag Narrator: Lisa Cordileone Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 02-15-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 104 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: I hate. I thought I hated before the letter, before the werewolves, but now I understand that was nothing more than a chip on my shoulder. The urbat took what was mine. And they will pay. Isabelle leads a very normal life...for an emotional syphon. If not for Ethan and his bar, she would have lost her sanity long ago. But everything changes with the crash of her fighting cage and a man who transforms into a wolf. There's something about Carlos - when he's not growling at her - that makes her do things she wouldn't normally do, like sigh and daydream. Attraction aside, she is faced the very real evidence that werewolves and urbat exist, and the urbat are after her. And the only way she can keep Ethan safe is to join with the werewolves and Carlos. It's a race against time to stop a war, fight for love, and find the last Judgement. Members Reviews: Tears for Carlos Although this is a novel about Isabel, Carlos and his quietly romantic personality shines bright. Swoon...his humility, bravery, and gentleness is exactly what all women look for in a man. The gang of werewolves find Isabel, but she had a human friend who gets involved with the gang by association. Ethan has known Isabel since primary school and is always there when she needs him. His death at the hands of their enemies nearly breaks her, but with Carlos' quiet spirit and his ability to calm his emotions, he wins her affections. The plan is to reveal that their ate other species in the world and they get on a national news station and make their presence known and that another group of werewolves ate trying to take over the world. The judgements hope this will gain support from the humans to eliminate the Ernst. Love this book! The whole series is captivating. Melissa Haag writes wonderfully, and I can not wait for more! every interested in the series I liked the book and would like to know when the next one would be coming out Loved the story, not the narrator. Would you consider the audio edition of (Dis)content to be better than the print version? The print version is better. The narrator has a pleasant voice, but she's not so great at narrating. What was one of the most memorable moments of (Dis)content? One of the most memorable moments was the battle in the field. It was well written and intense. What do you think the narrator could have done better? She takes breathes at awkward moments and she doesn't make each character sound different. I had no idea who was talking until the book let me know. Each woman besides the main character sounded the same and each male sounded the same. She tried to make one elder sound older, but seemed to quit half way through the book. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? Ready to fight? Fantastic Not as good as the other ones in the series but definitely worth the read.

Death and the Girl Next Door Audiobook by Darynda Jones

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Darynda Jones) — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 21:48:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Death and the Girl Next Door Author: Darynda Jones Narrator: Lorelei King Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 10-02-12 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 771 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Darynda Jones, author of The New York Times best-selling series that began with First Grave on the Right, brings us Death and the Girl Next Door, a thrilling young adult novel garnering high praise and early buzz from major authors. Ten years ago, Lorelei's parents disappeared without a trace. Raised by her grandparents and leaning on the support of her best friends, Lorelei is finally beginning to accept the fact that her parents are never coming home. For Lorelei, life goes on. High school is not quite as painful as she thinks it will be, and things are as normal as they can be. Until the day the school's designated loner, Cameron Lusk, begins to stalk her, turning up where she least expects it, standing outside her house in the dark, night after night. Things get even more complicated when a new guy - terrifying, tough, sexy Jared Kovach - comes to school. Cameron and Jared instantly despise each other and Lorelei seems to be the reason for their animosity. What does Jared know about her parents? Why does Cameron tell Jared he can't have Lorelei? And what will any of them do when Death comes knocking for real? Thrilling, sassy, sexy, and inventive, Darynda Jones' first foray into the world of teens will leave readers eager for the next installment. Members Reviews: PG-13 version of Darynda's snarky writing 4 1/2 Stars I love the fact that Darynda has decided to write a YA series. There are so many of us that LOVE the Charley Davidson series, but since it is a little graphic in places, it's not really appropriate for younger teens to read. Death and the Girl Next Door, the first book in the Darklight series is perfect for those who want a PG-13 version of Darynda's snarky writing. But with a new series there is the obvious drawback - having to wait months until the next installment. Being a Darynda Jones fangirl, I dove head first into Death and the Girl Next Door with the unwavering knowledge that I was going to LOVE every page. Now that I have finished the book I can officially say, I loved it - but not every last page. There is a point (about midway) when the forward momentum of the story seemed to stall a bit. This doesn't last for long before the pace picks up again. Just when I had pretty much figured out what was going on, another layer got added to the story! This made the end of the book hard to deal with - not because the story didn't have an awesome cliffhanger, but it made it hard BECAUSE there was an awesome cliffhanger. Let me not forget about the narrator, Lorelei King. What can I say? Darynda Jones and Lorelei King make an awesome pair!! I can't imagine any of her books narrated by anyone else. *Sigh* I am not going to dwell on the fact that I have to wait five months until Death, Doom and Detention, I am just going to start counting the days until Fourth Grave Beneath My Feet is released. Recommended First, Lorelei King does a wonderful job, as always, as narrator. I think I could listen to her read almost anything! I really like the Charley Davidson series, and was curious as to how Darynda Jones would do in a book for younger readers.

The Iron Knight Audiobook by Julie Kagawa

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Julie Kagawa) — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 11:15:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Iron Knight Subtitle: The Iron Fey, Book 4 Author: Julie Kagawa Narrator: MacLeod Andrews Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-11 Publisher: Harlequin Books S.A. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 905 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: "My namemy True Nameis Ashallayndarkmyr Tallyn. I am the last remaining son of Mab, Queen of the Unseelie Court. And I am dead to her. My fall began, as many stories do, with a girl." To cold faery prince Ash, love was a weakness for mortals and fools. His own love had died a horrible death, killing any gentler feelings the Winter prince might have had. Or so he thought. Then Meghan Chasea half human, half fey slip of a girlsmashed through his barricades, binding him to her irrevocably with his oath to be her knight. And when all of Faery nearly fell to the Iron fey, she severed their bond to save his life. Meghan is now the Iron Queen, ruler of a realm where no Winter or Summer fey can survive. With the unwelcome company of his archrival, Summer Court prankster Puck, and the infuriating cait sith Grimalkin, Ash begins a journey he is bound to see through to its enda quest to find a way to honor his vow to stand by Meghans side. To survive in the Iron Realm, Ash must have a soul and a mortal body. But the tests he must face to earn these things are impossible. And along the way, Ash learns something that changes everything: a truth that challenges his darkest beliefs and shows him that, sometimes, it takes more than courage to make the ultimate sacrifice. BONUS AUDIO: An interview with author Julie Kagawa and one of the narrators of the Iron Fey series, Khristine Hvam. Members Reviews: Super exciting 4th adventure! Where does The Iron Knight rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? Iron Knight is in the top 20 of all fantasy/sci-fi books in my library. It is the fourth book in the series which tends to be boring and overdone by that time. This one is very different because it comes from a different perspective. There is much feeling and growth in the characters and you are cheering for how they come together as friends. I am actually on my second listen and it is better the second time. The voice performance is good, but it is a little difficult at first to get used to because the voices have all been done by a female(who did a great job) in the previous three books. I love it and I know I will listen to it again. If you love the Twilight Series, I think this one is just as good and maybe a little better. What other book might you compare The Iron Knight to and why? I would compare it to Harry Potter in the 6th and 7th novels, with a mix of "The Mummy" and "Indiana Jones." It is also a love story and I'm not sure what to compare it to, but it was a very good love story, not too mushy but the end made me teary and that doesn't happen very often. It is also very funny. Have you listened to any of MacLeod Andrewss other performances before? How does this one compare? None that I know of. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, I could not stop listening to it. In fact, I am exhausted from staying up late trying to finish it (for the second time). Any additional comments? The whole series is fantastic. I love it. I'm so happy I own it and know that I can listen to it whenever I want. I know I will want to listen to it again. Lacks the whining which ruined the other books this book contains a much higher quality of writing the the rest of the books. The male narrative lacks much of the whining topics that were present and all but ruined the other books. I like the world created for this series.

RoseBlood Audiobook by A. G. Howard

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (A. G. Howard) — Tue, 10 Jan 2017 00:22:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: RoseBlood Author: A. G. Howard Narrator: Rebecca Gibel Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 01-10-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 73 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: This YA novel from New York Times best-selling author A. G. Howard marks the beginning of a new era for fans of the Splintered series. Rune Germaine moves to a boarding school outside of Paris, only to discover that at this opera-house-turned-music-conservatory, phantoms really do exist. RoseBlood is a Phantom of the Opera-inspired retelling in which Rune's biggest talent - her voice - is also her biggest curse. Fans of Daughter of Smoke and Bone and the Splintered series will find themselves captivated by this pulse-pounding spin on a classic tale. Rune, whose voice has been compared to that of an angel, has a mysterious affliction linked to her talent that leaves her sick and drained at the end of every performance. Convinced creative direction will cure her, her mother ships her off to a French boarding school for the arts, rumored to have a haunted past. Shortly after arriving at RoseBlood conservatory, Rune starts to believe something otherworldly is indeed afoot. The mystery boy she's seen frequenting the graveyard beside the opera house doesn't have any classes at the school, and vanishes almost as quickly as he appears. When Rune begins to develop a secret friendship with the elusive Thorn, who dresses in clothing straight out of the 19th century, she realizes that in his presence she feels cured. Thorn may be falling for Rune, but the phantom haunting RoseBlood wants her for a very specific and dangerous purpose. As their love continues to grow, Thorn is faced with an impossible choice: lead Rune to her destruction, or save her and face the wrath of the phantom, the only father he's ever known. A. G. Howard brings the romantic storytelling that Splintered fans adore to France - and an entirely new world filled with lavish romance and intrigue - in a retelling inspired by a story that has captivated generations. Fans of both The Phantom of the Opera musical and novel, as well as YA retellings such as Marissa Meyer's Cinder, will devour RoseBlood. Members Reviews: Not the Phantom Story I was Hoping For I was disappointed by this story. The concept was interesting, but I felt it was poorly carried out. While the author had a beautiful way with words, the pacing was incredibly slow, and many scenes were explained in narrative after the fact instead of letting the reader experience them as they happened. I was also not a fan of the twist, especially since the overly supernatural/fantastical elements were not hinted at in the book description. Finally, I was disappointed by the overly-sensationalized emotions that pretty much amounted to heightened lust in a YA book. I do feel the author portrayed Erik's character in a way that was fairly consistent with the original novel, so kudos to her for doing her research. And really, the way she wove together the connection between the main characters and the original characters was interesting and obviously took a lot of work. I just wish it had been executed in a different manner. The narration was superb. Too slow Great premise, however he story moved too slowly for me to enjoy this book fully. captivating I love this book I couldn't put my headphones down! Can't wait for what A.G. Howard has next! Amazing take on Phantom! Such a great story. I loved that it wasn't just an updated version of the original.

Traitor to the Throne Audiobook by Alwyn Hamilton

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alwyn Hamilton) — Tue, 07 Mar 2017 09:49:36 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Traitor to the Throne Author: Alwyn Hamilton Narrator: Soneela Nankani Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 03-07-17 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 69 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: A sizzling sequel to Rebel of the Sands that will make you question everything you thought you knew about the land of Miraji! The gunslinger Amani al'Hiza never wanted to be a hero or a revolutionary, but now she's become a key member of the rapidly growing rebellion against the Sultan of Miraji. After Amani is captured by the Sultan's army and imprisoned in his palace, she realizes she's there not to be questioned as a rebel but used as a Demdji. As Amani tries to spy on the enemy and plots her escape, Jin and the rebels are brewing a rescue plan. But the longer Amani stays in the palace, the more she questions if the Sultan is the tyrant she's believed or just a ruler fighting foreigners for his country. As the rebellion swiftly spirals into war, Amani wonders whether she's on the right side. Members Reviews: Even better than the first! Alwyn Hamilton brings even more character development and depth to the heroic Amani. I loved this book even more than the first. Amani was shown as being physically strong and brave in the first book. In Traitor to the Throne Amani must learn from mistakes and overcome great challenges using her wits. Through her trials she starts to reveal her great leadership qualities she lacked in the beginning. Highly recommend to everyone. Different From Book One But Still Interesting Book two clearly set things up for a lot to happen in book three, but sometimes it pulled me in so many directions, with so few solutions, that it began to feel a bit overwhelming. The strange thing is that less happens in this book than I expected, especially considering it has 518 pages. Actually, things happens, but there is less overall forward motion that I expected when starting this book. Compared to book one, this has a much slower pace and fewer action scenes. That doesnt mean I didnt enjoy the story, but it didnt captivate me the way book one did. I do love Amani. Shes a unique character, with a fascinating voice. I would probably read about her going to Walmart, paying bills, and walking the dog, so this worked out for me. I had a bit of trouble juggling all the side characters and keeping them all straight in the first half of the book, but that could also be partly might fault. I should have reread book one before continuing on. Since I read it very close to its release date, a lot of time passed before I got my hands on book two. If youre debating what to do, I highly recommend that you reread book one. You can get by without doing so, but I struggled throughout the story to remember what happened in the first book. Plus the first book is really good, so its not going to be painful for people to reread it. I wish I had done that. The performance is fantastic. A+ to the narrator. Riviting Series I can't wait for the next chapter. Next one will be on my must read list. A thousand stars!! Loved this book, truly captivating story and cannot wait until the next one is released!

What Light Audiobook by Jay Asher

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jay Asher) — Tue, 18 Oct 2016 22:23:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: What Light Author: Jay Asher Narrator: Mandy Siegfried Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 10-18-16 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 107 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: From Jay Asher, number one New York Times best-selling author of Thirteen Reasons Why, comes a romance that will break your heart but soon have you believing in love again.... "A beautiful story of love and forgiveness." (Stephen Chbosky, New York Times best-selling author of The Perks of Being a Wallflower) Sierra's family runs a Christmas tree farm in Oregon - it's a bucolic setting for a girl to grow up in, except that every year they pack up and move to California to set up their Christmas tree lot for the season. So Sierra lives two lives: her life in Oregon and her life at Christmas. And leaving one always means missing the other. Until this particular Christmas, when Sierra meets Caleb, and one life eclipses the other. By reputation, Caleb is not your perfect guy: Years ago he made an enormous mistake and has been paying for it ever since. But Sierra sees beyond Caleb's past and becomes determined to help him find forgiveness and maybe redemption. As disapproval, misconceptions, and suspicions swirl around them, Caleb and Sierra discover the one thing that transcends all else: true love. What Light is a love story that's moving and life affirming and completely unforgettable. Members Reviews: I Wanted To Like This Story I usually don't seem to end up liking books I pre-order, even though this was hyped from buzzfeed books. I'm not sure if it's the Christmas theme, the whiny narrator, or the lack of depth coming from the author who wrote 13 Reasons Why. I think I was expecting deeper characters with a deeper romance coming from Jay Asher. This book is relatively short compared to others, and I'm having a hard time finishing it. I finished 2 other books and will possibly finish 3 or more before ever finishing this one. Enjoyable from the start to the finish If you're looking for a light listen with a feel-good tone, this is the audio book for you. The characters are developed and enjoyable and the narrator is captivating. Perfect holiday listen What Plot? I'm giving this book 2 stars because I didn't hate it. I actually enjoyed listening to most of it. It was only when I got to the end that I realized I had been lured into a false sense of enjoyment. Because this book was an utter waste of time. Seriously nothing happens. I kept waiting for the twist or the climax or any kind of actual event, but alas, there was none. Cute story; great narration I thought this story was cute. It started off a little slow, but once Sierra met Caleb, I couldn't stop listening. The narrator was perfect for this story.

Under the Never Sky Audiobook by Veronica Rossi

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Veronica Rossi) — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:55:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Under the Never Sky Author: Veronica Rossi Narrator: Bernadette Dunne Flagler Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 01-03-12 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1030 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Since shed been on the outside, shed survived an Aether storm, shed had a knife held to her throat, and shed seen men murdered. This was worse. Exiled from her home, the enclosed city of Reverie, Aria knows her chances of surviving in the outer wasteland - known as The Death Shop - are slim. If the cannibals dont get her, the violent, electrified energy storms will. Shes been taught that the very air she breathes can kill her. Then Aria meets an Outsider named Perry. Hes wild - a savage - and her only hope of staying alive. A hunter for his tribe in a merciless landscape, Perry views Aria as sheltered and fragile - everything he would expect from a Dweller. But he needs Arias help too; she alone holds the key to his redemption. Opposites in nearly every way, Aria and Perry must accept each other to survive. Their unlikely alliance forges a bond that will determine the fate of all who live under the never sky. In her enthralling debut, Veronica Rossi sends readers on an unforgettable adventure set in a world brimming with harshness and beauty. Members Reviews: Amazing! A must read What did you love best about Under the Never Sky? It was constantly thrilling and completely unpredictable! I get rediculously bored reading books where I can guess the ending. What was one of the most memorable moments of Under the Never Sky? The fight against the cannibals kept me in suspense, that's for sure. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes! If it was in hard copy, I'd say that I just couldn't put it down, it was great Any additional comments? I'm really excited for a hopeful sequel- but if there isn't one, this book stands great on its own. Kept me listening! This book had just enough sci-fi and just enough dystopia. And when I say sci-fi I mean futuristic high tech stuff, NOT aliens etc. I know this book has mixed reviews but I really enjoyed it. The love story in it has a bigger part in the story than I thought it would, but that only made me like it more (I'm a sucker for a good love story!). The book was both exciting and interesting, I really liked the juxtaposition of a futuristic society and a more or less primitive one. GREAT twist at the end :) Excited for the next book! Beware of the Triology It seems all the rage these days to write a trilogy leaving the reader wanting and waiting for more (those evil genius marketing people) . I usually try to stay clear of reading a series until at least 2 books are complete, however, I gave this one a shot after seeing many positive reviews. BEWARE: there is a big cliff hanger at the end If you like a good YA story and don't mind waiting for a complete story resolution I would highly recommend this book. I was immediately drawn in and I enjoyed the high-tech dystopian society that Veronica Rossi has created. This book made me laugh, cry and scared me a little too. It had the right mix of everything. I love YA books and I never expect any of them to be literary classics. I read them for pure pleasure and the joy of an easy read. Excellent Story! I wasn't really sure what to expect when I started this audiobook, but what I found was a wonderfully unique story that I really loved. The post-apocalyptic world that Veronica Rossi created was both terrifying and very creative.

Since You've Been Gone Audiobook by Morgan Matson

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Morgan Matson) — Thu, 08 May 2014 23:20:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Since You've Been Gone Author: Morgan Matson Narrator: Suzy Jackson Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 05-08-14 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 421 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Emily is about to take some risks and have the most unexpected summer ever in this new novel from the best-selling author of Second Chance Summer and Amy and Roger's Epic Detour. Before Sloane, Emily didn't go to parties, she barely talked to guys, and she didn't do anything crazy. Enter Sloane, social tornado and the best kind of best friend - someone who yanks you out of your shell. But right before what should have been an epic summer, Sloane just...disappears. No note. No calls. No texts. No Sloane. There's just a random to-do list with 13 bizarre tasks that Emily would never try. But what if they can lead her to Sloane? "Go Skinny Dipping?" Um... Members Reviews: Perfect summer reading! I started and just couldn't stop! I don't know why I was so immersed...maybe it was the characters, the story, the narration or all of it together but I just had to keep listening. It was cute and sweet and fun, and filled with that amazing nostalgic feeling of summers during high school. I miss that feeling, and would love to read more books that capture that. So this one is a definite two thumbs up! Took a while but I loved the ending! SINCE YOUVE BEEN GONE was actually my first Morgan Matson book (yes, yes, I know)! I had purchased the audio a few weeks prior to reading it and when it was time to for a new audiobook and I happened to be in a contemporary mood, the timing was right to start SINCE YOUVE BEEN GONE! I really wasnt sure what to expect. Having never read one of her books before, I was going in a little blind with no knowledge of Morgan Matsons writing style or what might pass for a typical character or concept. All I knew was that shes a fan-favorite and I felt a lot of pressure to enjoy the book (especially seeing it has a 4.21 rating on Goodreads which is pretty high), so when I started listening to the book and found myself struggling, I really started to worry. I really thought I was going to be the black sheep on this book. I had a really hard time with the beginning, especially with the characters. I never made it to the point where I thought I would put the book down, but it was really just a middle-of-the-road contemporary read for about the entire first half. I really had a hard time with Emily and how awkward she was and I found her actions cringe-worthy to witness. Other characters didnt quite click for me either. Emilys parents seemed silly and like characterizations rather than real people. Collins was goofy and seemed like a bit too much for me and I really didnt care for him either. And even though Sloane wasnt physically present in the book at the time, the flashbacks to her interactions with Emily bothered me as well. The writing just didnt work well for me throughout the first half and scenes felt forced instead of just playing out naturally. BUT the good thing was that I had plenty of friends who had enjoyed the book and promised me it would get better so despite my hesitations, I was ready for the book to improve! And those friends turned out to be right! I finally found some cute moments between Emily and Frank about halfway through and really started to enjoy their friendship and whatever might be developing between them then I started to enjoy their relationship even more and before I knew it, the whole book was finally taking shape. Characters really started to feel real instead of just a collection of traits on a page.

The Becoming of Noah Shaw Audiobook by Michelle Hodkin

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Michelle Hodkin) — Tue, 07 Nov 2017 22:58:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Becoming of Noah Shaw Author: Michelle Hodkin Narrator: Joe Jameson Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 11-07-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: In the first book of the Shaw Confessions, the companion series to the New York Times best-selling Mara Dyer novels, old skeletons are laid bare and new promises prove deadly. This is what happens after happily ever after. Everyone thinks 17-year-old Noah Shaw has the world on a string. They're wrong. Mara Dyer is the only one he trusts with his secrets and his future. He shouldn't. And both are scared that uncovering the truth about themselves will force them apart. They're right. Members Reviews: Fans will be torn on this one If you loved the way, the Mara Dyer trilogy ended and are in a happy place this series may upset that peace. Ive come to learn that when it comes to Mara Dyer, nothing is ever at it seems. For me, there were a few threads, and questions like that ominous prophecy regarding Mara and Noah left unanswered so, I had to dive in. I listened to the first series on audio, narrated by Christy Romano, so I didnt even hesitate to go that root this time. The Dyer trilogy was told from Maras perspective and brief perspectives of Noah. The Becoming of Noah Shaw is narrated by new to me narrator, Joe Jameson. While I appreciated his accent for Noah, I loathed his voice for Mara, and it was jarring to hear these characters with a different voice after becoming used to Romanos interpretation. I was like, who are these people? I understand why the publishers went with a male narrator, but for the listeners sake, I wish they had kept Romano. The Becoming of Noah Shaw addresses many questions, delves into Noahs Dad, gives us Noahs perspective and shares some rather enlightening and freakish details about Mara. Creepy characters, threats, and danger for them all kept me listening. Threads left unexplored in the first trilogy are addressed, but new questions arise, and we see flashbacks of events from the first trilogy. We knew Mara was an unreliable narrator but wowzers. I did not see that coming. I will leave you to discover them. Noah is a complex character with not only baggage but a gift that often feels more like a curse. Hes depressed and unsure, and Mara is his anchor. We all know Mara is the anti-hero and Noah will be tested. The story offers a mystery as something is happening to the gifted ones. As always Hodkin hooked me, and despite not being thrilled with the narration, I need to know more. Noah has his fathers files now, and I just want to sit down and read them all

The Forgotten Book Audiobook by Mechthild Gläser

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mechthild Gläser) — Tue, 02 Jan 2018 22:49:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Forgotten Book Author: Mechthild Gläser Narrator: Erin Spencer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 01-02-18 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Award winning German author Mechthild Gläser presents The Forgotten Book - her first YA audiobook published in English. This whimsical story unfolds in the quaint atmosphere of an ivy-clad boarding school, where books are magical objects and Jane Austen reigns supreme. Emma is used to things going her way. Her father is headmaster of her prestigious boarding school, her friends take her advice as gospel, and she's convinced that a relationship with her long-time crush is on the horizon. As it turns out, Emma hasn't seen anything yet. When she finds an old book in an abandoned library, things really start going Emma's way: anything she writes in the book comes true. But the power of the book is not without consequences, and Emma soon realizes that she isn't the only one who knows about it. Someone is determined to take it from her - and they'll stop at nothing to succeed. A new boy in school - the arrogant, aloof, and irritatingly handsome Darcy de Winter - becomes Emma's unlikely ally as secrets are revealed and danger creeps ever closer. Members Reviews: P&P With A Touch Of Magic This was a nice retelling of Pride and Prejudice with a touch of magic .. I quite enjoyed the atmosphere of the book, I really wish if I can visit the Stolzenburg Castle for it seems like it's a magical place .. but the story was kind of dull for my taste, I did feel bored at some point in the book and I felt the plot wan't going anywhere, I wished if there was more adventure than this, I liked Emma's character but Darcy wasn't as charming unfortunately.. their relationship felt so forced to me for some reason The Narration was nice .. though I wished if she was more animated or had more voices for the characters

Turtles All the Way Down Audiobook by John Green

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Green) — Tue, 10 Oct 2017 21:46:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Turtles All the Way Down Author: John Green Narrator: Kate Rudd Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 10-10-17 Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 39 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Penguin presents the audiobook edition of Turtles All the Way Down by John Green, read by Kate Rudd. Sixteen-year-old Aza never intended to pursue the mystery of fugitive billionaire Russell Pickett, but there's a hundred thousand dollar reward at stake and her Best and Most Fearless Friend, Daisy, is eager to investigate. So together, they navigate the short distance and broad divides that separate them from Russell Pickett's son, Davis. Aza is trying. She is trying to be a good daughter, a good friend, a good student, and maybe even a good detective, while also living within the ever-tightening spiral of her own thoughts. In his long-awaited return, John Green, the acclaimed, award-winning author of Looking for Alaska and The Fault in Our Stars, shares Aza's story with shattering, unflinching clarity in this brilliant novel of love, resilience, and the power of lifelong friendship. Members Reviews: So Viceral, so real. Thank you John, this was such a deep portrayal of mental illness, so viceral, that it made me nauseous, tearful and overjoyed all within this one story. It wasnt always enjoyable, but then mental illness isnt. The emotions are real, the struggle is real. DFTBA Neurotic Teenagers Get Up to Not Much This book just make me glad I was no longer a teenager. Leading lady (if you can call it that) is a self absorbed hypochondriac, and we have to listen to her agonise for 24 chapters about possibly getting a disease from a rich boy she kissed. Guess I picked the wrong genre here... Such an amazing book!!!! I live this book and its pretty incredible how John green can make you never want to stop!!! A must read ... obviously..... and much love to all the tuataras.;) Highly recommend it Made me feel so uncomfortable in all the right ways. it's so good, even the narrator did a fantastic job. I love it I cried buckets! Love John Green. Cried partway through this. Hated that she didn't get to stay with Davis but life does go on.

When the Moon Was Ours Audiobook by Anna-Marie McLemore

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Anna-Marie McLemore) — Tue, 04 Oct 2016 08:09:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When the Moon Was Ours Author: Anna-Marie McLemore Narrator: Raviv Ullman, Bailey Carr Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 10-04-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 288 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Longlisted for the 2016 National Book Award for Young People's Literature. Anna-Marie McLemore's debut novel, The Weight of Feathers, was greeted with rave reviews, a YALSA Morris Award nomination, and spots on multiple "best YA novels" lists. Now McLemore delivers a second stunning and utterly romantic novel, again tinged with magic. To everyone who knows them, best friends Miel and Sam are as strange as they are inseparable. Roses grow out of Miel's wrist, and rumors say that she spilled out of a water tower when she was five. Sam is known for the moons he paints and hangs in the trees and for how little anyone knows about his life before he and his mother moved to town. But as odd as everyone considers Miel and Sam, even they stay away from the Bonner girls, four beautiful sisters rumored to be witches. Now they want the roses that grow from Miel's skin, convinced that their scent can make anyone fall in love. And they're willing to use every secret Miel has fought to protect to make sure she gives them up. Atmospheric, dynamic, and packed with gorgeous prose, When the Moon Was Ours is another winner from this talented author. Members Reviews: Very satisfying. This is one of those YA novels that transcends its genre. Magical Realism with sympathetic characters and a bit of mystery. Tones of Virgin Suicides. Don't hesitate to read this lovely story! Difficult to Decide... McLemore's prose is brilliant, and it's just the kind of abstract writing that I absolutely love to read. That being said, in my opinion she manages to take her talent for poetic wordplay and pile it on so thick and so often, it becomes redundant and weighs down the story. It's like a 3-tiered chocolate cake with chocolate filling and chocolate icing and sprinkles on top -- heavenly for the first bite but quickly overwhelming. I love her writing, but I just got so bored listening to paragraph after paragraph describing the redness of the Bonner girls' hair that I found myself desperate for something tangible to happen. In the end, I couldn't wait to be finished with it. It has a lovely cadence, though, and I like to put it on when I'm having trouble falling asleep. Lovely A beautiful story, reflective of the authors' life experience and that of her husband. Surreal and poetic. I loved When the Moon Was Ours because it was both complex and simplistic. It had elements of magic and mystery, while still feeling down to earth and homey. I felt like I was at home, in the kitchen, listening to my grandmother tell a story passed down from generation to generation. I did not understand when I started this book that two of the central characters were transgender. Following their storylines, and listening to their emotions and struggles and fears; it was just a beautiful story. The cultural influences of both Latinx and Middle Eastern cultures was interesting and creative. To have the legends of La llorona and the cultural concept of Bacha Posh woven into the story just made it all the better. Raviv Ullman and Bailey Carr were both phenomonal narrators. They elements they added to the surrealism of the book were beautiful. I loved it. I loved this story! What great imagery and characters. I loved having an inside view of Miele and Samir as they grew into who they were.

Paranormalcy Audiobook by Kiersten White

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kiersten White) — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 10:06:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Paranormalcy Author: Kiersten White Narrator: Emily Eiden Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-10 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 414 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Evies always thought of herself as a normal teenager, even though she works for the International Paranormal Containment Agency, her ex-boyfriend is a faerie, shes falling for a shape-shifter, and shes the only person who can see through paranormals glamours. But Evies about to realize that she may very well be at the center of a dark faerie prophecy promising destruction to all paranormal creatures. So much for normal. Members Reviews: Why Did I Wait So Long? Right now I'm kicking myself for waiting so long to listen to this book. I've had it in my Wish List over 6 months and I'm really mad I left it there so long. This book was wonderful, and the narrator was great too. Very rarely do I find a book that can make me (both) laugh out loud and cry. But, this was one of those pieces of work. Kiersten White is wonderful at making you understand the true emotions that her characters feel. The love that Evie feels for Lish (her best friend who is also a mermaid), the loathing she feels for Reth (a faerie that seems to stalk her) and the confusion that Lend (an unknown paranormal creature who can steal the appearance of others) brings into her life. Plus, I admire any author that can bring a young adult book to life without any cursing. Instead you get Lish's hilarious monotone voice "bleep"ing. Just try not to laugh when you hear it! If you're looking for a book to listen to in small intervals during your commute, this is NOT the book for you. This book sucks you in and leaves you wanting more. Hilarious fun! I thought the ditzy Valley-voiced narrative would wear on me but after listening to the sample I couldn't help but laugh and enjoy Emily Eiden's portrayal of Evie, who knows nothing of being a real American teenager except what she's seen on a WB/CW-type teen drama. I'm impressed with Kiersten White's debut novel: the story is clever enough to sate those seeking Buffyesque YA fangs, claws, and things that go bump in the night adventures; the heroine is sympathetic enough to keep you engaged until the end. I even found myself eagerly waiting for the next time Evie would excitedly yell "SHUT UP!" (not in a "please be quiet" sort of way, but a "no way, really? that's awesome!" way). Heck, I'm excited for the next one, and I'll definitely get the audio. (And don't you dare change the reader! She's a keeper!) Fun & funny book without the bleeping cursing! I love when ya books can be so heartfelt and not cluttered up with all the foul language and innapropriate sex scenes for their age category. The author really made me feel the emotions of what each character was going through. It drew me in and I can hardly wait to start the next book. Evie is a 16 yo employee of the IPCA, her job is to subdue all paranormals and bring them back to the facility for neutralizing. But instead of making her older beyond her years the author made her just like any other mall loving, clothes buying, tv series addicted 16 yo out there (except she loves school!). Her best friend is a mermaid who talks through a computer and any curse words come out as "bleep". Evie instantly becomes curious about a guy she captured breaking into the facility & from there it's just pure fun and enjoyment. I totally recommend this book for all ya and not so ya readers. And the narration was PERFECT...

Alex, Approximately Audiobook by Jenn Bennett

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jenn Bennett) — Tue, 15 Aug 2017 06:12:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Alex, Approximately Author: Jenn Bennett Narrator: Amy Melissa Bentley Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 08-15-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 35 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Classic movie buff Bailey "Mink" Rydell has spent months crushing on a witty film geek she only knows online by "Alex". Two coasts separate the teens until Bailey moves in with her dad, who lives in the same California surfing town as her online crush. Faced with doubts (what if he's a creep in real life - or worse?), Bailey doesn't tell Alex she's moved to his hometown. Or that she's landed a job at the local tourist-trap museum. Or that she's being heckled daily by the irritatingly hot museum security guard, Porter Roth - a.k.a. her new arch-nemesis. But life is whole lot messier than the movies, especially when Bailey discovers that tricky fine line between hate, love, and whatever-it-is she's starting to feel for Porter.... And as the summer months go by, Bailey must choose whether to cling to a dreamy online fantasy in Alex or take a risk on an imperfect reality with Porter. The choice is both simpler and more complicated than she realizes, because Porter Roth is hiding a secret of his own: Porter is Alex...approximately. Members Reviews: Great But Don't Read the Synopsis! This book has a synopsis that tells way too much information. I was warned so I didn't read it. However, it's easily figured out, but I still was happier figuring it out on my own. Great fully realized characters with a sweet and actually kinda hot romance for a YA book made this an amazing read for people 16 plus. Highly recommended!

The Uninvited Audiobook by S. L. Morgan

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (S. L. Morgan) — Fri, 29 Jan 2016 08:07:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Uninvited Subtitle: Ancient Guardians Series, Book 2 Author: S. L. Morgan Narrator: Natasha Soudek Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 01-29-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 43 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: In the second book of the Ancient Guardians supernatural romance series, listeners continue to follow Reece Bryant as she takes up residence in the enchanting dimension of Pemdas. After she accepts the proposal of marriage from Levi Oxley, the emperor of Pemdas' son, their romance heats up in preparation to begin their new lives together. Their love is stronger than before, and it appears that nothing can come between them. Or can it? In the second book of the series, listeners will be trying to solve the mysterious events that are unfolding with every word. One thing is for sure: Whether or not Reece has vowed to marry Levi, she is still the most sought after individual in all galaxies, and some beings will risk everything, even their own lives, to destroy her and extract the valuable information from her mind. Is the protective dimension of Pemdas really the safest place for Reece to be? Will her romance and unyielding love for Levi lead her straight into her enemies' hands? Members Reviews: Read the book. The naration is terrible . The pace and attempt to make every sentence dramatic is actually painful. Monotone delivery and deadly slow delivery kills any interest in the story. Great Book Natasha Soudek is a fabulous narrator and the Author D L Morgan is an awesome writer. I have read all three books and can hardly wait for the next one.

The Problem with Forever Audiobook by Jennifer L. Armentrout

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jennifer L. Armentrout) — Tue, 17 May 2016 13:43:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Problem with Forever Author: Jennifer L. Armentrout Narrator: Amy Landon Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs Language: English Release date: 05-17-16 Publisher: Harlequin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 340 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: From number-one New York Times best-selling author Jennifer L. Armentrout comes a riveting new story about friendship, survival, and finding your voice. For some people, silence is a weapon. For Mallory "Mouse" Dodge, it's a shield. Growing up, she learned that the best way to survive was to say nothing. And even though it's been four years since her nightmare ended, she's beginning to worry that the fear that holds her back will last a lifetime. Now, after years of homeschooling with loving adoptive parents, Mallory must face a new milestone - spending her senior year at a public high school. But of all the terrifying and exhilarating scenarios she's imagined, there's one she never dreamed of - that she'd run into Rider Stark, the friend and protector she hasn't seen since childhood, on her very first day. It doesn't take long for Mallory to realize that the connection she shared with Rider never really faded. Yet the deeper their bond grows, the more it becomes apparent that she's not the only one grappling with lingering scars from the past. And as she watches Rider's life spiral out of control, Mallory must make a choice between staying silent and speaking out - for the people she loves, the life she wants, and the truths that need to be heard. Members Reviews: My only regret... The story was pretty good. I wasn't a huge fan of the narrator, but the story was sweet. My only regret is that I didn't count how many times Mallory mentioned Rider's dimple. Seriously. She talked about that dimple A LOT. It Was Ok Very predictable but an easy listen. Not one of her stronger stories. If you're looking for romance, I say skip. It is a coming of age story and that's it. Great, compelling novel. Many life lessons wrapped into the story. I would recommend this book to my mother and my daughter, there's so much depth. One of my favorites! I have liked all the books I've read by Jennifer Armentrout. She is an amazing author. This book was wonderful. I fell in love with the characters. My heart hurt for them at times. I laughed with them at other times. This was a great story in more than one way. It can teach you a lot about loving yourself and not letting your past destroy you. The story was really good. The narrator was off. The Problem with Forever is a YA contemporary about self discovery with romance. Others would probably disagree with the order in which I labeled it. It is from the POV of Mallory Mouse Dodge. I would put this as young as 12-13 years old because it is very tame romantically but does bring up abuse and death. I think is a great book for a girl who might doubt herself when it comes to interacting with others or public speaking. I have always like/loved JLAs books. I had preordered the book way back when preorder came out. I really wanted to read this book but I had no time to sit and read, so I got the Audible upgrade to listen while getting things done. Ill be honest. I did not care for the narrator in this book. She felt flat and it was missing so much. Her male voices were laughable. Lets just say I only listened to an hour of this before I switched solely to reading. Yes I did listen to the audio clip prior to getting the Audible but that small selection of the book was probably the best the narrator read. Overall, I felt the story was about Mallory discovery of her as a 17 year old girl.

Ash Audiobook by Malinda Lo

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Malinda Lo) — Tue, 17 Dec 2013 09:32:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ash Author: Malinda Lo Narrator: Malinda Lo Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 12-17-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 197 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: "Cinderella" retold. In the wake of her father's death, Ash is left at the mercy of her cruel stepmother. Consumed with grief, her only joy comes by the light of the dying hearth fire, rereading the fairy tales her mother once told her. In her dreams, someday the fairies will steal her away, as they are said to do. When she meets the dark and dangerous fairy Sidhean, she believes that her wish may be granted. The day that Ash meets Kaisa, the King's Huntress, her heart begins to change. Instead of chasing fairies, Ash learns to hunt with Kaisa. Though their friendship is as delicate as a new bloom, it reawakens Ash's capacity for love - and her desire to live. But Sidhean has already claimed Ash for his own, and she must make a choice between fairy tale dreams and true love. Entrancing, empowering, and romantic, Ash is about the connection between life and love, and solitude and death, where transformation can come from even the deepest grief. Members Reviews: It is a fairy tale in every way Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? It was too simplistic and was just an elaborate fairy tale. The gay aspect was never explored really. .The two women's attraction just touched the surface. The author didn't have the courage to really explore it. What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting? The failure to develop the two women's relationship left the story wanting. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I was disappointed that she didn't really develop the relationship Sweet book :) Is there anything you would change about this book? I liked the story, I thought it was a neat reference to Cinderella. The author narrates the story however and she doesn't have very much energy in her voice. She sort of sounds tired. She doesn't do voices so it's just a person, reading you the book, as if you were at circle time in school. I think it's cool that an author would also narrate their own story but I think you'd need to be able to act or at least learn different voices. And put some emotion into it for goodness sakes! What other book might you compare Ash to and why? Cinderella Could you see Ash being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be? No, I don't think it's a strong enough story for a movie. Especially because it's similar to the Cinderella story and that's been made over a few times already. The Author Should Not have Read this Story Any additional comments? This book is much better then I would have expected. The characters are full and the plot is well thought out. The author managed to keep the story Cinderella, but through in enough twists that it is still exciting. She keeps the stepmother and stepsisters evil, but they are still full characters with both good and bad in them. I also personally enjoyed the addition of the price, and the use of the Faye. Choosing to have the author narrate was a mistake. As the author Malinda Lo may have a good insight into the story, but she is a terrible narrator. She over does the voice acting so that it feels like someone talking to a small child. Also the way she voices Ash makes her sound like a young spoiled kid. The story is well worth getting past the narration, especially if you are a fan of fairytale retellings.

The Other Side of Envy Audiobook by C. L. Stone

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (C. L. Stone) — Sat, 28 Oct 2017 09:56:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Other Side of Envy Subtitle: The Academy: The Ghost Bird, Book 8 Author: C. L. Stone Narrator: Natalie Eaton Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-17 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 38 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: From USA Today best-selling Author, C. L. Stone, listen to The Other Side of Envy, the eighth book in The Academy Ghost Bird Series. Sang Sorenson dreams of what life might be like for her in the Academy, but joining isn't as easy as simply writing an exam or passing an interview. She'll need to pull the team together to get them on her side in order for it to work, which is harder than it sounds. The boys will do anything to protect her, which, for some, means keeping her out. But that's not all that's going on in Sang's complicated life. After a shocking revelation, Gabriel Coleman splinters himself off from everyone, avoiding not just his Academy team, but even going so far as to avoid Sang. Desperate to bring him back and get him on her side, Sang digs deep into his past to try to discover a way to reach out to him. His truth is riddled with tragic events, but with the help of Kota, Victor, Silas, Nathan, Luke, and North, she might be able to reach out to him before envy and despair drag him too far down to be saved. The Academy, Deeply Bonded Members Reviews: Hurray for Audio book Edition! Would you consider the audio edition of The Other Side of Envy to be better than the print version? I would only because the audio edition allows me to get lost in the story if the narrator is any good, which this one was Who was your favorite character and why? I cant choose i love them all What about Natalie Eatons performance did you like? her emotions were conveyed perfectly in this book. I could really "feel" what Sang felt because she did so well. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? YES! Any additional comments? I own both audio and ebook edition of this book and while the ebook edition was awesome the audio edition I liked better. I dont know what to say... I dont know what to say other than I love this series. I listen to all of the audiobooks on an endless loop!

The Academy Audiobook by Evangeline Anderson

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Evangeline Anderson) — Tue, 29 Aug 2017 00:07:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Academy Author: Evangeline Anderson Narrator: Mackenzie Cartwright Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 08-29-17 Publisher: Evangeline Anderson Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 32 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The Academy Where things are not always as they seem.... My name is Kris Jameson and I'm a student at the Royal Academy. I'm at the top of all my classes, what they call a "model student". There's only one problem - the Academy is an all-boys school and I'm a girl. It started as a prank when I took my brother's place. But things got complicated when I caught Broward, the school bully, in a compromising position. They got even worse when I was assigned my roommate - the handsome but enigmatic North who saved me several times from the bully's attacks. Now the consequences of my deception are coming back to haunt me. The penalty for fraud at this exclusive school is much worse than simple expulsion-I could lose a hand. Worse, so could my beloved brother. With so much at stake, it's imperative that I keep my secret safe. And the person I'm closest to, North, is the one I have to be most wary of. The trouble is, I think I'm falling in love with him.... Members Reviews: Great story So this is definitely not like her normal work but I've gotta say I loved this book just as much as her other stuff. I couldn't stop listening I finished it in a day. Fantastic YA that keeps you hooked If you've ever seen the movie 'She's the Man', it is that concept.This is a futuristic story in an all boys boarding school where bullying is allowed but breaking rules gets you some nasty punishments. Fraternal twin Kristina (Kris) switches places with her brother Kristopher when their life situation changes. Earth is no longer lived on because the sun died so humans moved and thus it begins. Victoria, the moon Kris is from, is extremely extremely old fashioned and Kris has to learn how to be in the new severe environment change plus acting as a boy who is 17. The situations she gets into are funny, but can be serious too. Very well written and not the normal Evangeline Anderson novel. But the same great writing that hooks you right away and doesn't let you put it down. This book covers concepts in several areas: history, bullying, gays, naivety, supervision, death, persecution. Even though these areas are heavy they make you think but also be entertained because they are so well written about and written at a youth level. This is a very PG book which makes it very ideal for youths. I purchased this on a whim because I like her writing and I think its well worth a credit for the 9 hours of entertainment I received. go get it I was pleasantly surprised by this book. I surpassed my expectations. It's not a new premise but it's exceptionally well written and preformed. I feared that Anderson was going to take a page or two from Tamora Pierce's work especially beginning with fraternal twins but she made it her own. very nice young adult read. and I won't lie, if there ever is an older adult version of this story like this I'll pre-order it too.

Under the Blood-Red Sun Audiobook by Graham Salisbury

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Graham Salisbury) — Tue, 09 Sep 2014 13:00:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Under the Blood-Red Sun Subtitle: Under the Blood-Red Sun, Book 1 Author: Graham Salisbury Narrator: Greg Watanabe Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 09-09-14 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 31 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Tomi was born in Hawaii. His grandfather and parents were born in Japan, and came to America to escape poverty. World War II seems far away from Tomi and his friends, who are too busy playing ball on their eighth-grade team, the Rats. But then Pearl Harbor is attacked by the Japanese, and the United States declares war on Japan. Japanese men are rounded up, and Tomis father and grandfather are arrested. Its a terrifying time to be Japanese in America. But one thing doesnt change: the loyalty of Tomis buddies, the Rats. Critic Reviews: Winner of the Scott ODell Award for Historical Fiction. An ALA Best Book for Young Adults. A Booklist Childrens Editors Choice. Members Reviews: Great younger YA historical fiction I read this ALA notable book when it first came out and loved it. The story starts shortly before the bombing of Pearl Harbor and opens the life of a young Japanese American, Tomikazu and his family living near the harbor. After you "see" his normal life with racing pigeons, baseball, school, deep sea fishing, friends & family... the bombs fall and we then watch as his family is torn apart and he steps up to help. Covering material similar to "The Corner of Bitter & Sweet" and "Tallgrass," this is aimed for a younger audience... I'd guess 6th to 9th grade. The book opens slowly and the narrator has a slow "Hawaiian" pace... I was antsy at first, but after the bombs fall and the plot picked up I didn't notice it as much. I'd be tempted to increase the speed if I read again. This would be a good book to listen to with a child... opening topics for discussion like history, war, loss, discrimination, patriotism, fear, courage, change and bullies. These kinda hard topics aren't as much fun as some fiction but still needed for a well rounded education. Older teens/adults would enjoy "Tallgrass." Good but la long story When you read the book itself it is really long. It goes really slow to but over all it is a good book Good book! It wasn't quite what I thought.... But I like to hear about the the Japanese American families in Hawaii during ww2. Good book.

Timeless Audiobook by S. J. West

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (S. J. West) — Wed, 16 Aug 2017 05:17:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Timeless Subtitle: Caylin's Story, Book 1 Author: S. J. West Narrator: Brittany Pressley Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 08-16-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Disclaimer: This duology is part of my Watcher series of books. You need to have either listened to my Watchers Trilogy or Watcher Chronicles. Appropriate for ages 13+. Lilly and Brand's daughter, Caylin, saw her soul mate for the first time when she was 14 years old. After a simple exchange of smiles, she knew her life was set on a path which would lead Aiden back into her world forever. For three long years, Aiden keeps his distance from Caylin out of respect for her parents' wishes. Being a Watcher who once gave into the dark side of his curse, Aiden uses the time to come to terms with his own demons and strives to become a man worthy enough for the granddaughter of an archangel. Caylin learns that one of the princes of Hell, Baal, is out to kill her. With the help of her family and Aiden, she discovers why he wants her dead and what she needs to do to stop him and the other princes from destroying not only her future, but the future of the world. Members Reviews: S. J West your awesome love it Here we go again with amazon erasing my reviews. It's getting old fast. Were do I start. Hmm well I have been a Hugh fan of s.j west for a every on time and I was not disappointed in this book or any of her others for that matter. I love know what the characters are up to and what kind of trouble they are facing and beating. Her books gives me hope that there is still good people out there but we are just hiding. I know they are just books but the power they have is amazing. Thank you for writing such powerful books and look forward to more Another hit from SJ West! I've been waiting for months for this book and when I finally had it in my little hands, I finished it in record speed. Once again kudos to SJ West for an excellent job in relating Caylin's and Aiden's story. I loved the characters and their interactions with each other as well as with those from past books. Such a treat to continue to read about Malcolm (my absolute favorite angel!) Lilly, Brand, Tara, Mason, Jess and the vessels. I am once again anxious for the next installment and glad October is only a couple of months away so my wait won't be too long :-). I highly recommend reading this book if you love The Watchers trilogy. SJ is a wonderful story teller who transports the reader into the lives of the characters and makes you feel like they are your friends too. A precious gem Timeless Book 1 of Caylin's Story By S.J. West 27 July 2015 Continuing my journey into the world of Author S.J. West's Watcher Series, I'm now introduced to Caylin, Brand and Lilly from the first Watcher Trilogy oldest daughter. She's now a 17 year old teenager in love with her soul mate. The story continues with the ease and transition of Author S.J. West style I've become amazed with and expectant of. All of the characters I come to love and adore, and even the ones I love to hate, are fully present as she brilliantly weaves the next phase of this journey. You'll get to know Caylin and what a force to be reckoned with that not even she herself truly knows of herself yet. But I can truly say that I ravage this book in just the same way I ravaged the last 7. I anticipate all that this series has to offer as I read this 2 book series that is setting the scene for the next set of books to continue this epic story.

My Heart and Other Black Holes Audiobook by Jasmine Warga

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jasmine Warga) — Tue, 10 Feb 2015 06:07:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Heart and Other Black Holes Author: Jasmine Warga Narrator: Rebecca Lowman Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 02-10-15 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 245 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Sixteen-year-old physics nerd Aysel is obsessed with plotting her own death. With a mother who can barely look at her without wincing, classmates who whisper behind her back, and a father whose violent crime rocked her small town, Aysel is ready to turn her potential energy into nothingness. There's only one problem: She's not sure she has the courage to do it alone. But once she discovers a website with a section called Suicide Partners, Aysel's convinced she's found her solution--a teen boy with the username FrozenRobot (aka Roman), who's haunted by a family tragedy, is looking for a partner. Even though Aysel and Roman have nothing in common, they slowly start to fill in each other's broken lives. But as their suicide pact becomes more concrete, Aysel begins to question whether she really wants to go through with it. Ultimately,she must choose between wanting to die and trying to convince Roman to live so they can discover the potential of their energy together. This is a gorgeously written and compulsively listenable novel about the transformative power of love, heralding the arrival of an extraordinary new voice in teen fiction, Jasmine Warga. Members Reviews: Depressingly Delightful Aysel feels the dark sludge of depression daily and seeks a friend for the end of the world on a suicide partners' website. The story is honest, real and ultimately hopeful. There's depth to this one, tying together the theories of kinetic and potential energy through a school project, the pact, the future of the hero/heroine, and surrounding family. Well written in an introspective, detailed teen angst manner. Loved it and Rebecca Lowman is amazing. Will "reread" this on April 7th. I would definitely "read" this book again and again and again. Amazing characters, amazing story. As expected, the rain washed away all the dirt, but the suspension goes on and on. And finishing this today -April 4th- of all day just make this story comes to life, make me ask myself, where am I in this story? or hundreds of stories like this? I would definitely "read" the last chapter again on April 7th. For all Romans and Aysels. Great Underlying Messages This novel was a good quick listen and was easy to grasp. The two main characters are a little unlikable at first because they don't even like themselves and are both very depressed/negative. But ultimately their relationship helps them to see each other differently. The narration is some of the best I've heard on audible yet. What a title! I was originally drawn to this book by its title and was not disappointed. I got into it and just wanted to keep reading. Very relatable for me on multiple levels. Great voices - written and performed This is an amazing book only heightened by a great reading. The characters were very real and sadly familiar.

Textrovert Audiobook by Lindsey Summers

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Lindsey Summers) — Wed, 18 Oct 2017 05:58:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Textrovert Author: Lindsey Summers Narrator: Nicole Bauman Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 10-18-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: It's bad enough when high-school senior Keeley grabs the wrong phone while leaving her small town's end-of-summer fair. It's even worse when she discovers that the phone she now has belongs to the obnoxious, self-centered Talon and that he's just left for football camp...with her phone. Reluctantly, the two agree to forward messages for a week. And as Keeley gets to know Talon, she starts to like him. Keeley learns there's more to Talon than the egocentric jock most people see. There's more to Keeley, too. Texting Talon, she can step out of the shadow of her popular twin brother. Texting Talon, she can be the person she's always wanted to be. Sparks fly when the two finally meet to exchange their phones. But while Keeley has been playing a part online, Talon has been keeping a secret. He has a different connection to Keeley - one that has nothing to do with phones, and one that will make their new relationship all but impossible. Knowing what she now knows, can Keeley trust him? And can love in the present erase mistakes of the past? Lindsey Summers' pause-resisting romance is funny, surprising, and full of heart. With its device-centered story, snappy dialogue, looping subplots, and depiction of first love, this title offers something for every listener. Critic Reviews: "The author has taken a typical summer romance and made it fresh." (School Library Journal) Members Reviews: different twist on a chick flick It was a cute concept for a book, girl finds boys phone and text away. I thought the story was adorable and was well rounded. My only issue was that the story moved a bit fast near the end. I felt there could be a "tad" more character development. But over all it was great. The performance really made it worth while! :) AUDIBLE 20 REVIEW SWEEPSTAKES ENTRY Great!! Wish it was more like the original Cell Phone Swap but its still a great book.

Opposition Audiobook by Jennifer L. Armentrout

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jennifer L. Armentrout) — Tue, 12 Aug 2014 03:40:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Opposition Subtitle: A Lux Novel, Book 5 Author: Jennifer L. Armentrout Narrator: Justine Eyre, Rob Shapiro Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 08-12-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 408 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Katy knows that the world changed the night the Luxen came. She can't believe that Daemon welcomed his race or stood by as his kind threatened to obliterate every last human and hybrid on Earth. But the lines between good and bad have blurred, and love has become an emotion that could destroy her-could destroy them all. Daemon will do anything to save those he loves, even if it means betrayal. He and Katy must team up with an unlikely enemy if there is any chance of surviving the invasion. But when it quickly becomes impossible to tell friend from foe and the world begins to crumble around them, they may have to sacrifice everything-even what they cherish most-to ensure the survival of their friends . . . and mankind. Members Reviews: Who needs enemies when you have Katy around I realize that I'm in the minority here with my feelings for this series. But you see, if you take out one part of the equation in the last three or so books and I would have really enjoyed them. The problem with that is, it's Katy. She's kind of a big part of this particular series, so yeah... Daemon and his family are with the Luxen that have invaded. The Luxen that are the bad guys, the body snatchers and the ones trying to take over our planet. Not good, not good at all. ***Insert parts with Stupid Katy and the many times she just about kills everyone. Lots of eye rolls and general irritation. Just stop already. Let them kill her so the rest of the group survives, geez! I know, you can't do that. Like I said, she's a big part of this YA love story. Blah, blah, blah, they live happily ever after.*** The sad thing is, take Katy out and I enjoyed the rest of the story. I'm still beyond irritated with her or I could point out the good parts. It wasn't so bad and some of it was really good. I really liked the first couple of books but I'm so glad to have finished this series up. I just don't think I could go on with it. Perfect ending to a great series! This was the perfect ending to a great series. I thought it nicely tied up loose ends and left the whole series with a satisfying conclusion. Although I am sad to say good-bye to these characters I enjoyed the entire listen. 5 stars Made it through book 5 I was a completer hater through book 1 but obviously kept reading. This book was the perfect ending to the series. I will "miss" the characters...all of them! Especially LOVE daemon and his alpha male obnoxiousness! I didn't think I would make it through a 5 book series (3 is generally enough) but this completely kept my interest! So clearly I must've like it. Tons of action, love and everything else Wow! This series is so fluffing good! I loved the characters bore that i can explain. They are so well developed. Jennifer has this way of extracting all the emotion from you that she can so that you feel wholly invested in the book. I . Loved . It. I have read the whole series and can tell you it is one of my faves. Good ending Definitely sparked my imagination. Love the hero & heroine in this series. Love the interaction between them. Yummy book with charming characters, Great dialogue and vivid description. Fantastic Narration which adds to the story. Stayed up past my bedtime many nights to devour the whole series.

Black Ice Audiobook by Becca Fitzpatrick

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Becca Fitzpatrick) — Tue, 07 Oct 2014 19:20:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Black Ice Author: Becca Fitzpatrick Narrator: Jenna Lamia Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 10-07-14 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 114 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Brit Pheiffer has trained to backpack the Teton Range, but she isnt prepared when her ex-boyfriend, who still haunts her every thought, wants to join her. Before Britt can explore her feelings for Calvin, an unexpected blizzard forces her to seek shelter in a remote cabin, accepting the hospitality of its two very handsome occupants - but these men are fugitives, and they take her hostage. Britt is forced to guide the men off the mountain, and knows she must stay alive long enough for Calvin to find her. The task is made even more complicated when Britt finds chilling evidence of a series of murders that have taken place there - and in uncovering this, she may become the killers next target. But nothing is as it seems, and everyone is keeping secrets, including Mason, one of her kidnappers. His kindness is confusing Britt. Is he an enemy? Or an ally? Black Ice is New York Times best-selling author Becca Fitzpatrick's riveting romantic thriller set against the treacherous backdrop of the mountains of Wyoming. Falling in love should never be this dangerous. Members Reviews: Loved it! I really loved this book! It drew me in right away! I only wish there was a sequel! Pretty Awesome! I CANNOT EXPRESS HOW MUCH I LOVE THIS BOOK Honestly I do not regret spending 2 days just listening to this book. 10/10 Predictable but fun I could see the final twist in the first quarter of the book, but it was a fun listen & I liked the performer. If you can suspend belief at the end, it won't bother you either. It's completely illogical but that's ok when your expectations are already that what will come will not be realistic. Predictable What did you like best about Black Ice? What did you like least? The story's focus on 'teenage' love was too 'tween' for my taste. The main character focused so much on her 'first love' that it was too predictable that he was really the 'bad guy'. No depth.... Becca is my favorite author. Becca is an amazing author. I can't wait to get to the next chapter, and yet disappointed when the book is over. The endings are WONDERFUL.

Ruined Audiobook by Amy Tintera

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Amy Tintera) — Tue, 03 May 2016 20:04:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ruined Author: Amy Tintera Narrator: Emily Rankin Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 05-03-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 189 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Amy Tintera's new YA fantasy trilogy blends the romance of Kiera Cass' Selection series and the epic stakes of Victoria Aveyard's Red Queen in a story of revenge, adventure, and unexpected love. Emelina Flores has nothing. Her home in Ruina has been ravaged by war; her parents were killed, and her sister was kidnapped. Even though Em is only a useless Ruined - completely lacking any magic - she is determined to get revenge. Her plan is simple: She will infiltrate the enemy's kingdom, posing as the crown prince's betrothed. She will lead an ambush. She will kill the king and everything he holds dear, including his son. The closer Em gets to the prince, though, the more she questions her mission. Her rage-filled heart begins to soften. But with her life - and her family - on the line, love could be Em's deadliest mistake. Members Reviews: Loved it! I was worried I wouldn't... Loved this book. Loved the performance. Loved it all. Must have more! I hope the 2nd story holds up to the 1st. awesome! I loved this book. I wanted to finish it in one listen. Had me hooked to the end Good listen I liked this book but the lack of a backstory really left me not knowing who I should root for. Besides that the story was good and I plan to continue the series on audio. The narration really kept me engaged in the story also. Overall 3.5 stars Ruined I did not like this book !! It was too violent!! I do not recommend it!! Great writing style, bad story. Em is shown as a badass in the first chapter, then never becomes that character again. Cass her love interest is seen as defiant to his father the king and never becomes that character much at all. this is a four kingdom fight told through the tiny pinhole of Em and Cass arguing for several chapters. The war in this book is 3 out 37 chapters. They argue about stuff you don't get to see. The book is called Ruined, but you never see the kingdom of Ruina or see many of there powers. She makes it sound like stuff just fly around or happens without provocation. Only 3 ruineds are in this book and 1 has no magic. What the he'll is that magic you ask. Well ghost like pushing or people just fly back or die with no explanation how. It just happens. Weird. The ruined are seen as powerful yet they are almost extinct, so powerful at all. Their weakness is a blind fold. What? I can't hurt what I can't see? Oh and a flower called...what for it...Weakling. GTFOH

Into the Bright Unknown Audiobook by Rae Carson

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rae Carson) — Tue, 10 Oct 2017 09:40:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Into the Bright Unknown Author: Rae Carson Narrator: Erin Mallon Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 10-10-17 Publisher: Harper Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 49 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The stunning conclusion to Rae Carson's New York Times best-selling Gold Seer trilogy. Leah Westfall's journey has been one of ever-present peril, hidden magic, harsh realities, loss, life, determination, and love. She has searched for a place to belong and a place - and people - to call home, people who can accept a girl with magical powers that prove to be both blessing and curse. Rae Carson has been lauded as one of YA's best writers of fantasy, and fans of Leigh Bardugo, Sarah J. Maas, and Westworld will be riveted by the conclusion of this remarkable historical fantasy trilogy. Leah is poised to have everything she ever dreamed of on the long, dangerous journey to California's gold fields - wealth, love, the truest friends, and a home. Thanks to her magical ability to sense precious gold, Leah; her fiancé, Jefferson; and her friends have claimed rich land in California Territory. But their fortune makes them a target, and when a dangerous billionaire sets out to destroy them, Leah and her friends must fight back with all of their power and talents. Leah's magic is continuing to strengthen and grow, but someone is on to her - someone who might have a bit of magic herself. The stakes are higher than ever as Lee and her friends hatch a daring scheme that could alter California's history forever. With a distinctive heroine and a unique interpretation of American history, Into the Bright Unknown strikes a rich vein of romance, magic, and adventure. Members Reviews: Unnecessary to the Series Let's start with the positive. The narrator is excellent! Unfortunately, the story was disappointing and unnecessary. The plot was thin. The storyline was boring. Its also a bit preachy, which I wasnt in the mood for. I don't mind when books have lessons or make a good point, but I hate that feeling like it is forced upon me...like the author is hitting me over the head with it. When that happens, it disrupts the story more than it helps or makes a point. I gave this 3 stars, because I still love the characters and setting (and typically love everything Rae Carson). In reality, its more of a 2.5. Unfortunately, this lacks intrigue, action, emotional resonance, and a satisfying conclusion. There's a happy ending. I just didn't enjoy it. In fact, by that point, I didn't even care anymore. The longer you read, the more tedious and cliché the story becomes. The displays of power are lackluster. Most of those questions Ive been carrying with me since book one remain unanswered, which is both disappointing and a missed opportunity. Any answers you do get are vague and along the lines of -because it just is what it is, grasshopper. I honestly cant really understand why this book was necessary, other than it was part of the publishing contract. It definitely did not grow the series or contribute positively towards it. Almost everything I loved about the previous books was missing in this addition. If you really like period pieces and/or happy endings, enough to overlook things like plot and character development, then youll probably still enjoy this. It just wasnt enough for me. My overall impression of this story is meh. And I'm pretty sad about that. Perfect Conclusion! I have loved this series way more than I thought I would. This trilogy has been a great listening experience! The characters were amazing as always, but it was the plot that kept me guessing.

Winter's Passage Audiobook by Julie Kagawa

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Julie Kagawa) — Sat, 01 Sep 2012 09:12:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Winter's Passage Author: Julie Kagawa Narrator: Khristine Hvam Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-12 Publisher: Harlequin Books S.A. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 523 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Meghan Chase used to be an ordinary girl...until she discovered that she is really a faery princess. After escaping from the clutches of the deadly Iron fey, Meghan must follow through on her promise to return to the equally dangerous Winter Court with her forbidden love, Prince Ash. But first, Meghan has one request: that they visit Puck - Meghan's best friend and servant of her father, King Oberon - who was gravely injured defending Meghan from the Iron Fey. Yet Meghan and Ash's detour does not go unnoticed. They have caught the attention of an ancient, powerful hunter--a foe that even Ash may not be able to defeat.... An eBook exclusive story from Julie Kagawa's Iron Fey series. Members Reviews: Perfect Segue Any additional comments? It had been well over a month since reading, Iron King, so Winter's Passage was the perfect segue back to Iron Daughter. I was reminded of the story, character's and why I wanted to continue with the series. Moving On! short It was short and I wonder why it is not combined with the next book. I wonder if it was written after the next book? the story still has my attention but I am not totally wrapped up in it. Leaves the reader hanging Faery romance that drops off at the end. I guess you are supposed to read the next story. Narration is not bad. The story has some good descriptions but falls flat. Loved it! Confusing at first only because it's been a while since I finished the first book of this series. Other then that, it left you wanting more.... Added very little (nothing, really) to series Could easily have skipped this and not feel like I missed a thing... Reader was above average (as usual). I'm having trouble justifying this being published separately, even as an ebook exclusive, unless it was free. Even then, it just didn't add any depth or dimension or new character insight. Waste of $3, VERY glad I didn't waste a credit.

Style Audiobook by Chelsea M. Cameron

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Chelsea M. Cameron) — Fri, 25 Aug 2017 15:54:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Style Author: Chelsea M. Cameron Narrator: Sophie Daniels Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 08-25-17 Publisher: Chelsea M. Cameron Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 30 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Kyle Blake likes plans. So far, they're pretty simple: Finish her senior year of high school, head off to a good college, find a cute boyfriend, graduate, get a good job, get married, the whole heterosexual shebang. Nothing is going to stand in the way of that plan. Not even Stella Lewis. Stella Lewis also has a plan: Finish her senior year as cheer captain, go to college, finally let herself flirt with (and maybe even date) a girl for the first time and go from there. Fate has other plans for Kyle and Stella when they're paired up in their AP English class and something between them ignites. It's confusing and overwhelming and neither of them know what to do about it. One thing they do know is that their connection can't be ignored. The timing just isn't right. But is there ever a good time for falling in love? Members Reviews: a good story with An awesome performance a good story were they start of hating each other then fall in love with each other!! Great story but narration altered my opinion Would you consider the audio edition of Style to be better than the print version? This was a really great story especially if you like tropes. I've read all Ms. Cameron f/f audiobooks and find them super enjoyable despite them not being super diverse(e.g only white mcs, supporting cast). Even though I found it cheesy in some parts, I did think it would be a five star read if it hadn't been for the narrator not editing and mastering her audio. There were several times towards the last 100 minutes where she was constantly trying to find her cues, and even times where she took drinks and burped. At first I thought it was the character but they were too many times, it was really unprofessional and altered my audiobook experience. This is at no fault to the story, which I liked but I think this talented author needs another narrator next time around. Unedited Chapter 18 This book was not for me. There was very little conflict and not a lot of momentum. The written narration style was quite bland. if you like cutest, sweet lesbians and can suffer the simplistic writing style, maybe it's a more enjoyable read. Chapter 18 had many steps and starts in the narration and sounded very uncut and not to quality standards. FYI The story was fine. Nothing special or stand out. It was cute. An easy listen. FYI there's a rather big section of unedited narrating that includes start overs, belching, and voice exercises. Other than that, I thought the narrator was good.

That Inevitable Victorian Thing Audiobook by E. K. Johnston

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (E. K. Johnston) — Tue, 03 Oct 2017 10:32:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: That Inevitable Victorian Thing Author: E. K. Johnston Narrator: Katherine Kellgren Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 10-03-17 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Speculative fiction from the acclaimed best-selling author of Exit, Pursued by a Bear and Star Wars: Ahsoka. Victoria-Margaret is the crown princess of the empire, a direct descendent of Victoria I, the queen who changed the course of history. The imperial tradition of genetically arranged matchmaking will soon guide Margaret into a politically advantageous marriage. But before she does her duty, she'll have one summer of freedom and privacy in a far corner of empire. Posing as a commoner in Toronto, she meets Helena Marcus, daughter of one of the empire's greatest placement geneticists, and August Callaghan, the heir to a powerful shipping firm currently besieged by American pirates. In a summer of high-society debutante balls, politically charged tea parties, and romantic country dances, Margaret, Helena, and August discover they share an extraordinary bond and maybe a one-in-a-million chance to have what they want and to change the world in the process. Set in a near-future world where the British Empire never fell and the United States never rose, That Inevitable Victorian Thing is a surprising, romantic, and thought-provoking story of love, duty, and the small moments that can change people and the world. Critic Reviews: "Compelling and unique - there's nothing else like it." (Booklist, starred review) "[A] powerful and resonant story of compassion, love, and finding a way to fulfill obligations while maintaining one's identity." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Worst book ever Simplistic plot, unbelievable characters, nothing redeeming. Im surprised this was ever published. Sorry I wasted money on it

Onyx Audiobook by Jennifer L. Armentrout

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jennifer L. Armentrout) — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 03:50:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Onyx Subtitle: Lux, Book 2 Author: Jennifer L. Armentrout Narrator: Justine Eyre Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 04-22-13 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 678 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Daemon's determined to prove what he feels for Katy is more than a product of their bizarro connection. So she's sworn him off, even though he's running more hot than cold these days. But they've got bigger problems.The Department of Defense is here. If they ever find out what Daemon can do and that Katy and Daemon are linked, Katy's a goner. So is he. And there's this new boy in school who's got a secret of his own. He knows what's happened to Katy and he can help, but to do so, Katy has to lie to Daemon and stay away from him. Like that's possible. Against all common sense, Katy's falling for Daemon. Hard. Katy's seen someone who shouldn't be alive. And she has to tell Daemon, even though he'll never stop searching until he gets the truth. What happened to his brother? Who betrayed him? And what does the DOD want from them - from her? No one is who they seem. And not everyone will survive the lies.... Critic Reviews: "The second in Armentrout's Lux series is enchanting, as she carefully amps up the romance and danger. [Fans] will stay glued as the story unfolds and eagerly await the next installment." ( RT Book Reviews) Members Reviews: An excellent turn into suspense and thrill At the beginning of the series, you might be lured into thinking this is a YA teen romance. Well it is and it is very much not. In the second novel, much more Divergent esq., Armentrout does a fabulous job broadening the focus of the novel with surprising turns. Daemon and Kat are back and they stop the petty fighting and unite on a common goal -- can they overcome the DoD, who can the trust? Okay, Eyre does a great job narrating. If you are are a fan of hunger games, divergent, steelheart, etc. You will love the series and book 2. Give it a read. Onyx is pure gold This book is simply A-MAZING! I thought Obsidian was good, but then I listened to Onyx and was blown away. Daemon and Katy are back and better than ever! There were so many twists and turns and OMG moments that this one actually took my breath away. And that ending.whoa! This is such a well written and intense story that many times I forgot this was a YA book. Jennifer Armentrout is an extremely talented writer and this series is a must listen for anyone that enjoys YA PNR. 5 Stars!! Decent story but weird narrator I really didnt like how the narrator did the male voices. I assume the main mans voice was supposed to sound sexy but really just sounded pained and growly, as if she were going to start barking at any second. Ill continue the series but probably not via audio. This series is soo fluffing good! This series is so fluffing good! I loved the characters bore that i can explain. They are so well developed. Jennifer has this way of extracting all the emotion from you that she can so that you feel wholly invested in the book. I . Loved . It. I have read the whole series and can tell you it is one of my faves. Keep going! Had to read the whole series- just couldn't stop Definitely sparked my imagination. Love the hero & heroine in this series. Love the interaction between them. Yummy book with charming characters, Great dialogue and vivid description. Fantastic Narration which adds to the story. Stayed up past my bedtime many nights to devour the whole series.

Origin Audiobook by Jennifer L. Armentrout

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jennifer L. Armentrout) — Mon, 28 Oct 2013 15:04:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Origin Subtitle: Lux Series, Book 4 Author: Jennifer L. Armentrout Narrator: Justine Eyre, Rob Shapiro Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-13 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 490 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: After the successful but disastrous raid on Mount Weather, Daemon's facing the impossible. Katy is gone. Taken. Everything becomes about finding her. Taking out anyone who stands in his way? Done. Burning down the whole world to save her? Gladly. Exposing his alien race to the world? With pleasure. Surrounded by enemies, the only way Katy can come out of this is to adapt. After all, there are sides of Daedalus that don't seem entirely crazy, but the group's goals are frightening and the truths they speak even more disturbing. Who are the real bad guys? Daedalus? Mankind? Or the Luxen? But the most dangerous foe has been there all along, and when the truths are exposed and the lies come crumbling down, which side will Daemon and Katy be standing on? And will they even be together? Members Reviews: The Series Gets Richer and Ricer in intrigue In order to appreciate this novel you have to start at the beginning. In Origin, the DoD takes the stage front and center. I will not say more about this; but what is outstanding is the way Armentrout continues to widen the the plot. In the first novel, you get lulled into thinking this is a trite YA romance about aliens, and by this book she has widened the scope and brought many serious issues to bear. She masterfully brings up relevant issues that affect us in society today. If you look beyond her story for her message, I think you'll be impressed with the questions she raises and her opinions she has offered so far. In this book, Eyre reads from Kat's POV and Shapiro from for Daemons's. This narration is especially potent in the audio book, I am not sure it would be as good if you were reading it. The author's ability to use dialog to move the story forward is excellent as is her character development. I highly recommend the book and I can't wait for the final outcome. If the last four books are any indication, it should be a hit. I hope so, because book three of Divergent and Hunger Games were such a disappointment. That said, on to book 5. Great addition to the series! :D 5 stars Wow...this was a great addition to the series! I loved Katy and Daemon in this story. Katy is taken captive by a government agency that deal with (aka experiments on) aliens and the hybrids that the Luxen can make from humans. Daemon puts himself in a bad situations and at great personal risk to be with Katy and they find out a lot but it's hard to tell what's the truth and what's lies when it seems like everyone is so sincere while double crossing you. After a lot of pain and drama, Katy & Daemon are reunited with their friends/family. They're able to escape the gov but the fight brings their race firmly "out" to the public. The story ends with a major cliffy as an invasion force of thousands in Luxen land of planet Earth and seem to have control over the Luxen already there. I can't wait to see what happens next! I enjoyed this story immensely! Daemon and Katy are so good together in this book. They go through so much and I can only hope that they'll eventually get their HEA. This story had a good amount of action and suspense in it as well so it kept me well engaged. I'd recommend this story/series. :D * note - There were 2 narrators, a female for the parts from Katy's PoV and a male for the parts from Daemon's PoV.

Through the Ever Night Audiobook by Veronica Rossi

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Veronica Rossi) — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 16:41:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Through the Ever Night Subtitle: Under the Never Sky, Book 2 Author: Veronica Rossi Narrator: Michael Goldstrom Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 01-08-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 624 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: It's been months since Aria learned of her mother's death. Months since Perry became Blood Lord of the Tides, and months since Aria last saw him. Now Aria and Perry are about to be reunited. It's a moment they've been longing for with countless expectations. And it's a moment that lives up to all of them. At least at first. Then it slips away. The Tides don't take kindly to former Dwellers like Aria. And the tribe is swirling out of Perry's control. With the Aether storms worsening every day, the only remaining hope for peace and safety is the Still Blue. But does this haven truly exist? Threatened by false friends and powerful temptations, Aria and Perry wonder: Can their love survive through the ever night? In this second book in her spellbinding Under the Never Sky trilogy, Veronica Rossi combines fantasy and sci-fi elements to create a captivating adventure - and a love story as perilous as it is unforgettable. Members Reviews: Way beyond my expectations! Amazing sequel Let me start by saying I absolutely loved this one! I'm always nervous that the 2nd book in a trilogy will just be filler with no real substance. Well this book is no filler! There is just as much action, heartbreak, romance, character development, pulse-pounding excitement and adventure as Under the Never Sky. I couldn't put this one down! At first it took me awhile to adjust to the new male narrator. To me it just gave this book a different vibe then the first. Of course it doesn't help much that I didn't care for his narration (too flat in my opinion). However, the book is so good that it didn't really matter once the story got going. If you loved Under the Never Sky then you will absolutely love this one too. Just be warned that it will leave you anxious for book 3. MUST keep reading! Who was your favorite character and why? Cinder! Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? This book kept me involved, on edge, happy, sad, angry and had me laughing. This trilogy has it all. Worthy read! Any additional comments? The first book was a little slow trying to set it all up but then its fast pace and on edge the whole time. I finished in one setting. interesting story, slow motion narration What did you like best about Through the Ever Night? What did you like least? The storyline is very interesting.I like the different "worlds" that come with completely opposite ways of living. Also it is fascinating how the character of Aria is dealing / changing with being outside "her world". I'm not finished with the audiobook yet due to the narrator... Although I very much would like to know what happens next in the story, I just HAVE TO take a break after about 20 minutes listening to that narrator - either because I'm about to fall asleep while waiting for him to finish one tiny sentence or because I'm getting too annoyed (almost aggressive) with the SLOW PACE and EMOTIONLESS narration! It's sad really, that a different performer wasn't picked to tell the story. Would you be willing to try another one of Michael Goldstroms performances? His performance is tempting me to NOT finish this audiobook - that should say it all... Could you see Through the Ever Night being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be? Yes, definitely I can see a movie coming.

Burn for Burn Audiobook by Jenny Han, Siobhan Vivian

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jenny Han) — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 05:57:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Burn for Burn Author: Jenny Han, Siobhan Vivian Narrator: Joy Osmanski, Madeleine Maby, Rebekkah Ross Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 09-18-12 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 95 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Postcard-perfect Jar Island is home to charming tourist shops, pristine beaches, amazing oceanfront homes - and three girls secretly plotting revenge. KAT is sick and tired of being bullied by her former best friend. LILLIA has always looked out for her little sister, so when she discovers that one of her guy friends has been secretly hooking up with her, shes going to put a stop to it. MARY is perpetually haunted by a traumatic event from years past, and the boy whos responsible has yet to get whats coming to him. None of the girls can act on their revenge fantasies alone without being suspected. But togetheranything is possible . With an unlikely alliance in place, there will be no more "I wish Id said" or "If I could go back and do things differently..." These girls will show Jar Island that revenge is a dish best enjoyed together. Members Reviews: This is fantasy? I enjoyed this book and its characters. My only concern about this book is with the "fantasy/supernatural" portions, which seem like they could be cut out entirely from this first book in the series and no one would bat an eye or even notice. I didn't even realize from reading the description or from anything I've heard about the book from other people that there was anything to do with "powers" or magic in the book. Maybe it'll become more apparent in the next few books in the series why the authors felt the need to add fantasy to their book about revenge. Other than questioning that small part, these books are entertaining and all three of the main girls are interesting to learn about. Amazing! Would you consider the audio edition of Burn for Burn to be better than the print version? Idk, do not own the paper version Who was your favorite character and why? Kat Any additional comments? What a great story. It was so easy to read. I couldn't put the book down. I loved that each girl had their own personality and social circle. I loved how they all came together and became "friends". I can't wait to read the next book! Entertaining but Glitchy Burn For Burn is a tale of three wronged girls and their plot for revenge, and is kind of a cross between Pretty Little Liars, Fury, and maybe Carrie? With two authors, and three POVs, you may expect the story to get confusing, but Han and Vivian are a great writing team and I found the story easy to follow for the most part. There were some technical problems with the audiobook, but I did like that there are three narrators to line up with the three book leads. The setting is the resort town of Jar Island. Lillia, Kat, and Mary are three girls bonded by their desire to take down their frenemies. Lillia is the pretty and rich one, who wants to protect her little sister from the guy who hurt her. Kat is tired of all the gossip and the Regina George of her school tormenting her. And Mary is back on Jar Island after a long absence. The guy she trusted bullied her, and now shes back with a new sleek figure and a need for revenge. This book is the first book of a trilogy, and sets up the backstory well and gives you a feel for the characters. Once the trio comes together to hatch their plan the story kicks into high gear. At first, everything goes off without a hitch, but soon the girls get in over their heads.

Isla and the Happily Ever After Audiobook by Stephanie Perkins

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Stephanie Perkins) — Thu, 14 Aug 2014 04:10:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Isla and the Happily Ever After Author: Stephanie Perkins Narrator: Grace Experience Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 08-14-14 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 172 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Hopeless romantic Isla has had a crush on introspective cartoonist Josh since their first year at the School of America in Paris. And after a chance encounter in Manhattan over the summer, romance might be closer than Isla imagined. But as they begin their senior year back in France, Isla and Josh are forced to confront the challenges every young couple must face, including family drama, uncertainty about their college futures, and the very real possibility of being apart. Featuring cameos from fan-favorites Anna, Étienne, Lola, and Cricket, this sweet and sexy story of true love - set against the stunning backdrops of New York City, Paris, and Barcelona - is a swoonworthy conclusion to Stephanie Perkins beloved series. Members Reviews: Worst. Narration. Ever. What would have made Isla and the Happily Ever After better? A different narrator (ANY other female narrator) would have been an improvement. Let me put it this way: Grace Blewer's narration "BLEW." She failed to grasp Isla's character. Isla is supposed to be quiet, shy & reserved; however, Blewer's narration is loud, IRKSOME & hurried. She used the same loud & grating voice throughout the entire novel, & she failed to effectively modulate her voice-- all of the characters (both female & male) sound the same. Blewer's performance was similar to that of an amateur who was reading a script for the very first time. Furthermore, she mispronounced many of the foreign words (which is abominable, considering that much of the novel takes place in Paris & Barcelona).... Isla is supposed to be a quiet, shy, sensitive & incredibly intelligent heroine. I think that a talented female narrator, such as Julia Whelan, could have truly captured Isla's personality, effectively portrayed the voices of Josh & the other male characters, & pronounced the foreign words correctly & seamlessly. Would you be willing to try another book from Stephanie Perkins? Why or why not? YES. I own & have read all of Stephanie Perkins' novels. In addition to owning the audiobooks, I also own hardback & digital copies of her books. The narrators for "Anna & the French Kiss" & "Lola & the Boy Next Door" were fine. However, I will NEVER purchase another audiobook narrated by Grace Blewer. IT'S DISGRACEFUL THAT LISTENING LIBRARY & AUDIBLE ARE EVEN ATTEMPTING TO SELL THIS PERFORMANCE. For the sake of artistic integrity (as well as business integrity), I believe that "Isla & the Happily Ever After" should be re-recorded by another artist & that this particular version should be taken out of circulation. What didnt you like about Grace Blewers performance? *** Please refer to my comments above.*** What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? In my opinion, "Isla & the Happily Ever After" is the weakest Stephanie Perkins novel to date. I didn't find the connection between the main characters (Isla & Josh) as convincing as the relationships between previous characters (Anna/Etienne or Lola/Cricket). However, the weaknesses in the plot & writing are NOTHING compared to the horrendous narration.

Zen and the Art of Faking It Audiobook by Jordan Sonnenblick

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jordan Sonnenblick) — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 19:02:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Zen and the Art of Faking It Author: Jordan Sonnenblick Narrator: Mike Chamberlain Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 01-21-09 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: When he accidentally answers too many questions in World History on Zen (only because he just had Ancient Religions two schools ago) all heads turn and San has his answer: he's a Zen Master. And just when he thinks everyone (including the cute girl he can't stop thinking about) is on to him, everyone believes him...in a major Zen way. Members Reviews: Wonderful I have to say I loved this book. It was so great and well written. It may seem odd but I am in my late 30's and I got this book and just had to giggle and loved it. It is enjoyable for every generation and brought back the angst of junior high and trying to fit in and made me realize that it never really fades. The author does an incredible job telling a story and captivating the characters. I highly recommend this book to readers/listeners of all ages. Zen and the art of faking it was a great book I liked how the book gave an understanding of what happens when you lie, and how you should always be yourself. Great story and great message What did you love best about Zen and the Art of Faking It? The story was good for young and old. This was a project for my 12 year old but, being the parent, I also enjoyed the book. What other book might you compare Zen and the Art of Faking It to and why? I don't know what book I would compare it to but it gave the message of being yourself and when you lie you will always get caught. Have you listened to any of Mike Chamberlains other performances before? How does this one compare? I have not listened to other performances by Mike Chamberlain but his narration was clear, easy to follow and understand and I would listen again. If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be? When everyone knows you're lying the only one you're fooling is you. Any additional comments? Great story for the whole family.

A Teen's Guide to the 5 Love Languages Audiobook by Gary Chapman, Paige Haley Drygas

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Gary Chapman) — Tue, 03 May 2016 05:00:22 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Teen's Guide to the 5 Love Languages Subtitle: How to Understand Yourself and Improve All Your Relationships Author: Gary Chapman, Paige Haley Drygas Narrator: Brandon Batchelar Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 05-03-16 Publisher: Oasis Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The secret to great relationships - just for teens. Number-one New York Times best-selling book The 5 Love Languages has sold over 10 million copies, helping countless relationships thrive. Simply put, it works. But do the five love languages work for teens, for their relationships with parents, siblings, friends, teachers, coaches, and significant others? Yes! Introducing A Teen's Guide to the 5 Love Languages, the first-ever edition written just to teens, for teens, and with a teen's world in mind. It guides emerging adults in discovering and understanding their own love languages as well as how to best express love to others. This highly practical book will help teens answer questions like: Features include: Teens' relationships matter, and these simple ideas will help them thrive. Members Reviews: Great book for teens Great book for teens! I plan to use it with my teen girls' Bible study. Thanks for the speedy service! I think it is wonderful for her to work on herself before getting into ... My daughter listens to it and want the paperback edition. I think it is wonderful for her to work on herself before getting into that stage. Five Stars Great book and fast shipping Five Stars Teens enjoyed and found it relevant This is a great book for teens to read This is a great book for teens to read!!! I have read the adult version but this one is great for teens.

Waterways Audiobook by Kyell Gold

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kyell Gold) — Thu, 12 Mar 2015 11:48:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Waterways Author: Kyell Gold Narrator: Robert M. Clark Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 03-12-15 Publisher: 24 Carat Words Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 146 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Kory was having enough trouble in high school. His girlfriend just dumped him, his poetry made him a target for ridicule, and college applications were looming. The very last thing he needed was to fall in love with another boy. Members Reviews: Great story! Gives me a new perspective on its subject! I loved the story. Being a straight man, I used to not think much about homosexual people. Now I have great sympathy for them, because I realize that they often have to go through a great deal of pain and grief just to be able to show affection for someone they truly care about. This book actually made me cry, which is a nearly impossible feat for a book. It also helps that all of the characters are furries! I'm sorry, but anthropomorphic animals will always be cuter to me than humans. Great story plus great narrator Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I would definitely recommend this audiobook to my friends because I know they will fall in love with the characters and the story like I did when I first read this book back in 2009. What did you like best about this story? Waterways has been one of my favorite book from Kyell Gold. Ever since I first read this story, the characters has provided inspirations for me during difficult times of my life. I find myself relating to the things that happen to Kory in the story, some of which parallel what was going on in my life at the time. I've read and re-read both the entire book and sections from the story multiple times and it helped me find the strength to believe I can get through the obstacles I was facing and that things get better. Then there were a couple years during which some very big events of my life took place and in that time I hadn't been able to revisit Waterways and many other books that I greatly enjoyed. However, when I saw the author's blog post about the audiobook release, I did not hesitate in clicking the add to cart and buy button and listening to the story felt like falling in love all over again. I was pleased that I remember all the things that happens in the book, but what came as a surprised for me was that it was a completely different experience than before. The past 3 or 4 years of my life had changed me and my outlook on things tremendously, but when listening to the story, I was reminded of a younger, more naive version of myself by Kory while at the same time I was seeing how much I had changed and grown. By the time I finished listening to the audiobook, I felt a sense that I also came out on the other side of my struggles just as Kory did with his. What about Robert M. Clarks performance did you like? Robert Clark's narration is by far my favorite from the audiobooks I listened to on audible, albeit I've only listened to about 7 different narrators so far. He puts so much life into each of the characters that I love and hate. I would definitely like to check out other books he narrates. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Yes, it was really emotional for me, I cried and laugh and rewind to listen to specific scenes over and over. Any additional comments? Buy it! One of my first books I could ever get into Would you listen to Waterways again? Why? Yes. This book has had an emotional impact on me. What did you like best about this story? The connectivity that you can have with the characters What about Robert M.

Fallen in Love Audiobook by Lauren Kate

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Lauren Kate) — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 03:50:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fallen in Love Subtitle: A Fallen Novel in Stories Author: Lauren Kate Narrator: Justine Eyre Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 01-24-12 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 224 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: What makes your heart race a little faster? Just in time for Valentine's Day, it's Fallen in Love, four wholly original new stories collected in a new novel set in the Middle Ages by Lauren Kate. Fallen in Love gives fans the much-talked about but never-revealed stories of Fallen characters as they intertwine with the epic love story of Luce and Daniel. The stories include: Love Where You Least Expect It: The Valentine of Shelby and Miles , Love Lessons: The Valentine of Roland; Burning Love: The Valentine of Arriane; and Endless Love: The Valentine of Daniel and Lucinda. Members Reviews: Nice and Easy Where does Fallen in Love rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? first audiobook for me. It was a good. I like the short stories about the different characters in the Fallen series. hated the voices This narrator does amounting voices that don't add to the story but instead take away. Could have done without this one Any additional comments? This felt like filler that was unneeded. I don't really feel a connection to the other characters, and the stories were so short that they didn't build the connection. The story about Luce/Daniel was best, but still didn't move the overall series forward. This book definitely fits between books 3 and 4 because of the time it takes place, but you could probably skip it and be fine too. Great ' fill the gap' teaser between novels What made the experience of listening to Fallen in Love the most enjoyable? Hearing tales from within the 'Fallen' series from other characters point of view. I love this. i wish more of these franchise serious world be adventurous like this. What was one of the most memorable moments of Fallen in Love? Looking behind the glass at the other fallen angels relationships Which scene was your favorite? Spoiler.... Watching Luce get a gift from her friends that was supposed to be from Daniel. It was like being in on a joke. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, and I did as it was short and I listen at 3x. What a treat! Great collection of stories! They all connect around Luce and Daniel, but stand on their own as well. It was nice to hear more about the background of some of the characters from the Fallen series and it gave much more depth to the final book in the series. I definitely recommend reading it after Passion and before Rapture.

Reawakened Audiobook by Colleen Houck

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Colleen Houck) — Tue, 11 Aug 2015 20:30:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Reawakened Subtitle: The Reawakened Series, Book 1 Author: Colleen Houck Narrator: Phoebe Strole, Mark Deakins Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs Language: English Release date: 08-11-15 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 178 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The first book in a new multibook series from New York Times best-selling author Colleen Houck about a teenage girl entangled in an epic Egyptian quest full of romance, adventure, and mythology! When 17-year-old Lilliana Young enters the Metropolitan Museum of Art one morning during spring break, the last thing she expects to find is a live Egyptian prince with godlike powers who has been reawakened after 1,000 years of mummification. And she really can't imagine being chosen to aid him in an epic quest that will lead them across the globe. But fate has taken hold of Lily, and she, along with her sun prince, Amon, must travel to the Valley of the Kings, raise his brothers, and stop an evil, shape-shifting god named Seth from taking over the world. From New York Times best-selling author Colleen Houck comes an epic adventure about two star-crossed teens who must battle mythical forces and ancient curses on a journey with more twists and turns than the Nile itself. Editorial Reviews: "The author weaves her story out of Egyptian lore, cinematic magic, selfless love, and...is clever enough to remain surprising even to the last sentence." (Kirkus Reviews) Critic Reviews: "In this series opener, Houck...introduces a fantasy teeming with Egyptian characters and mythological stories come to life.... Houck's moving depiction of the love between Lily and Amon is memorable." (Publisher's Weekly) "Littered with Egyptian mythology and snappy dialogue, this romantic adventure is a good choice for graduates of Rick Riordan or fans of Houck's Tiger's Curse series." (Booklist) Members Reviews: let down not a fan of the narrator, loved the story though, tigers curse was superbly narrated, let down when I listened to this book wish the narrator was better I so wanted to like this book. I felt like I was rereading g 'Tiger's Curse" (which I loved, but not enough to read it again) only set in Egypt. I didn't like the main characters, and that makes or breaks a story for me. Amazing I wish the reader did better at betraying each character as the reader for tigers curse did. The book was amazing. Can't wait till next one. in love... I 100% loved it. desperate to start the 2nd..... and it's 3:15 AM....I regret nothing AMAZING BOOK!!! This is my favorite author and her two series are my absolute favorite which is saying something considering how many books I've read! Fabulous book! I can't wait for the last one to come out now for me to listen to the second can't wait!!!!

Devoted Audiobook by S. J. West

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (S. J. West) — Wed, 16 Aug 2017 10:23:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Devoted Subtitle: Caylin's Story, Book 2 Author: S. J. West Narrator: Brittany Pressley Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 08-16-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 37 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: In the finale of Caylin's Story, Caylin learns more about her descendent and why she will be so important to the future of the world. Together, Caylin and Aiden will face the challenges placed in their path by Lucifer and his men, and show why faith, loyalty, and love can defeat even the princes of Hell. Members Reviews: Fantastic Angel and Demon series and more to come! I read thru the Watchers Trilogy, the Chronicles, then Caylins books since the 10th and was not disappointed....if you like Paranormal Romance full of Super Powers, Hot Angels and corrupted demons then this author is for you. SJ West has done a fantastic job on the Caylin series....PG 13 rated so not too bad for the young at heart girls....enough swooning and making out sessions ;) Lots of action and supernatural activity that made the story thrilling as always so wasnt disappointed. I cannot wait for more books of the side characters in these series. Will read them all again some other time because one of the best Angel and Demon series ever!! I cannot wait for the continuation of Aidens story that we will get more of with Caylin later which may include a marriage or baby?? We will see what the author has in store for us...so excited. Side notes....I think there is a story brewing for Mae and maybe Tristan...hum...48% of the book when Mae saves the wolf of his Watcher Father Rolph and she tells him he is a bad man.... "Come on, puppy." Mae says. "I'll take care of you." That was the funniest line ever in the book...lol Fave quotes: "You're the only woman I love. Since the moment I saw you, you've become my everything." ~ Aiden I Love You By Ella Wheeler Wilcox 1850-1919 I love your lips when they're wet with wine And red with a wild desire; I love your eyes when the lovelight lies Lit with a passionate fire. I love your arms when the warm white flesh Touches mine in a fond embrace; I love your hair when the strands enmesh Your kisses against my face. Not for me the cold, calm kiss Of a virgin's bloodless love; Not for me the saint's white bliss, Nor the heart of a spotless dove. But give me the love that so freely gives And laughs at the whole world's blame, With your body so young and warm in my arms, It sets my poor heart aflame. So kiss me sweet with your warm wet mouth, Still fragrant with ruby wine, And say with a fervor born of the South That your body and soul are mine. Clasp me close in your warm young arms, While the pale stars shine above, And we'll live our whole young lives away In the joys of a living love. Poem read in book by Caylin in Malcolm's class....swoonworthy performance reading to the invisible Aiden watching her in class ;) Betrayel This book picks up right where the last ended with a trip to heaven. During their trip Caylin is given a gift which will help in her fight against the princes. In order to set the stage for Caylin's future descendant to save the world she must vhoose 7 watchers to help protect her descendants until the right one is born. My heart breaks for the pain Malcolm is and will be going through for years to come. I've fallen completely in love with Malcolm and wish for him the get his HEA. Just OK for adults This series is a good read, not a great read. I decided to review with the last 3 books still to read.

Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Audiobook by Becky Albertalli

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Becky Albertalli) — Thu, 14 Dec 2017 19:56:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Author: Becky Albertalli Narrator: Michael Crouch Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 12-14-17 Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Penguin presents the audiobook edition of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli, read by Michael Crouch. Straight people should have to come out too. And the more awkward it is, the better. Simon Spier is 16 and trying to work out who he is - and what he's looking for. But when one of his emails to the very distracting Blue falls into the wrong hands, things get all kinds of complicated. Because for Simon, falling for Blue is a big deal.... It's a holy freaking huge awesome deal. Members Reviews: Nothing impreasive Dont mean to be rude but this is just a time killer beach book, nothing profound. I don't know if its cause i just read "Call me by your name" but this left me somewhat irritated for its narration and vocabulary of fifteen year old mediocre-intelligent girl. Also reading from who is it and to whom is it to every email is superfluous. Simon vs the homosapien agenda I really loved this book, and found it extremely hard to stop listening. I love the ending and most things in the story, besides the outing and friendship drama. However, it's set in high school concerning teenagers so drama is to be expected. I found myself relating to Simon a lot and was grinning like a fool in most things concerning him and Blue. It's all very sweet. Bloody brilliant! I loved this book! It was funny and real and just all things good. I cant wait to see the film adaption Love Love Love This book is so so so amazing I love every second of it and wish it never ended

Immortals Audiobook by Ednah Walters

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ednah Walters) — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 20:17:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Immortals Subtitle: Runes, Book Two Author: Ednah Walters Narrator: Stephanie Terry Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 01-06-16 Publisher: Firetrail Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 382 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Nothing can stop Raine Cooper when she wants something.... Raine finally knows that her gorgeous neighbor, Torin St. James, is a legend straight out of Norse mythology and that her feelings for him are strong. Torin is crazy about Raine, too, breaking the one rule he lives by: Never fall for a mortal. The problem is, he no longer remembers her, his memories erased by Norns - Norse destiny deities - to punish her for defying them. So Raine comes up with a plan.... She will make Torin forget his one rule a second time and fall in love with her all over again. But she quickly learns that well-laid plans do not work when dealing with deities and supernatural beings. Desperate, Raine makes choices that could not only tear her and Torin further apart, but lead to the destruction of everything and everyone she loves. Members Reviews: Things I Like, Other Things Not So Much If you could sum up Immortals in three words, what would they be? myth, surprises, twists What was one of the most memorable moments of Immortals? learning about Tristan's terminal brain tumors What three words best describe Stephanie Terrys voice? better in Runes Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? It was heartbreaking to learn that Tristan is dying. Also heartbreaking, the changes that Eirik goes through. I felt sorry for Raine because she is losing her father and her 'brother.' It definitely made me happy that Raine and Torin found their way back to each other. Any additional comments? The only problems I had with the audible version of this book: Cora's voice is so annoying that it almost made me cringe, at times the narration was a bit broken (breaks in reading sentences in awkward places). OMG AMAZING OMG this book WAS AMAZING!! SO MANY TWISTS & TURNS! AS SOON AS I THOUGHT I KNEW WHAT WAS GOING ON EVERYTHING CHANGED IN A GOOD WAY!! I LOVED IT & I CAN'T WAIT FOR THE NEXT BOOK!! COME ON HURRY UP & DOWNLOAD ALREADY LOL Good, but very young This book seemed a little slower than the first, but it picked up at the end. In this book, the main character seemed even more immature than in the first book. I think it was partly the narrator's voice, and partly the way the character acted. She's constantly crying and talking about my boyfriend this and my boyfriend that, and he 'claimed me', etc, even before he's really her boyfriend. It's hard to imagine that some guy who's been alive a thousand years or so would be interested in this child. It was also frustrating because she knew that certain things were happening, but didn't tell the people who could help do something about it until the very end. I will probably still try the next book and hope it picks up. different major twisted and new concepts. the supernatural beings are all wrapped up in the age old adage love triangles a woman's scorn and the vie for power change the speed to 1.25 I enjoyed the narrator more after I change the speed to 1.25. hope that helps.

Just Friends Audiobook by Monica Murphy

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Monica Murphy) — Wed, 13 Dec 2017 15:48:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Just Friends Subtitle: Friends Author: Monica Murphy Narrator: Emma Woodbine Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 12-13-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: With friends like these.... It's the end of summer. Just before I start senior year with my two best friends in the whole world. Dustin and Emily are everything to me. We've been inseparable since middle school, and when we're together, nothing can go wrong. But things aren't always what they seem. Em's turned into a drunken mess who parties too much. Dustin and I have hooked up a few times - and now he's ready to take our relationship to the next level. Yet I'm not sure I want things to change. I'm scared if I take it any further with Dustin, our friendship will be ruined forever. Then there's Ryan. The new guy. He's hot. He flirts way too much. And Em has totally set her sights on him. So when my best friend betrays me in the worst possible way, guess who's there to help me pick up the pieces of my broken heart? Ryan. But he's so confusing. Annoying. Sweet. Sexy. I want to trust him, yet he makes it so hard. What I really want is for everything to go back to the way it was before. Before I found out that best friends make the worst kind of enemies. Members Reviews: Love this book! First of all I want to just explain how much I loved this narrator. Probably the best one I've heard! This took me back to my teenage years. Love the angst! I hope this is a series. The ending is definitely a cliff hanger.

I'll Be Yours Audiobook by Jenny B. Jones

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jenny B. Jones) — Fri, 04 Nov 2016 18:47:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I'll Be Yours Author: Jenny B. Jones Narrator: Laura Darrell Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 11-04-16 Publisher: Sweet Pea Productions Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 78 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: She's the coach's brilliant daughter, clueless about love. He's the dethroned football star, ready to teach Romance 101. When dark secrets and sparks collide, there's no playbook for what happens next. The day Andrew Levin arrives at Washington High, Harper O'Malley knows he'll make the perfect starter boyfriend. The school's newest band geek is totally in Harper's league, yet completely out of this late-bloomer's reach. Between fitting in with a new family, scoring the first chair in band, and rescuing dogs for the local animal shelter, Harper's never had the opportunity to hone her dating skills. But even though Harper's love life is far from perfect, she's got the perfect plan. Harper knows she's insane to agree to tutor Ridley Estes, a notorious heartbreaker and the star of her high school's football team - but in exchange, he's offered to school her in the game of love. Just when she sees promise with her crush, a football scandal rocks her family, her town, and Ridley's entire future. Harper suddenly has everything to lose - her family, friends, and even her heart. When the dust of the scandal settles, nothing will be the same, including the girl who asked the most popular jock to teach her about love. Members Reviews: Unquestionably 5 Stars!!! When I read the first two chapters of this book, I had to stop and put it down because I knew heartbreak and devastation was ahead. So I waited days before picking it up again. But I am SO glad I did. This book was real and raw and beautiful. But so we're the truths revealed and the lessons of forgiveness and love. I absolutely love Harper and Ridley and wouldn't mind an O'Malley update down the road. Unquestionably 5 Stars!!! loved it loved this book. enjoyed the reading of it and the storyline, I would recommend it. Good story, not so good narration I really enjoyed the story as I am a big fan of Jenny B Jones. While I am new to audiobooks I felt that I didn't enjoy the story as much because of the narrator. Her southern accent was not consistent from character to character and was not believable. I did enjoy the story but almost gave up on it a few times. LOVED this book There is so much depth to the characters and story. My new favorite book. I'm going to check out the other books from this author. Great Story! Great story about unconditional love, forgiveness, redemption and that past experiences don't need to define us. Narrator was great too.

Because You Love to Hate Me Audiobook by Ameriie - editor

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ameriie - editor) — Tue, 25 Jul 2017 12:00:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Because You Love to Hate Me Subtitle: 13 Tales of Villainy Author: Ameriie - editor Narrator: Ameriie, Kevin T. Collins, Julia Whelan Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 07-25-17 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: In this unique YA anthology, 13 acclaimed, best-selling authors team up with 13 influential BookTubers to reimagine fairy tales from the oft-misunderstood villains' points of view. These fractured, unconventional spins on classics like Medusa, Sherlock Holmes, and 'Jack and the Beanstalk' provide a behind-the-curtain look at villains' acts of vengeance, defiance, and rage - and the pain, heartbreak, and sorrow that spurned them on. No fairy tale will ever seem quite the same again! Featuring writing from.... Authors: Renée Ahdieh, Ameriie, Soman Chainani, Susan Dennard, Sarah Enni, Marissa Meyer, Cindy Pon, Victoria Schwab, Samantha Shannon, Adam Silvera, Andrew Smith, April Genevieve Tucholke, and Nicola Yoon. BookTubers: Benjamin Alderson (Benjaminoftomes), Sasha Alsberg (abookutopia), Whitney Atkinson (WhittyNovels), Tina Burke (ChristinaReadsYA blog and TheLushables), Catriona Feeney (LittleBookOwl), Jesse George (JessetheReader), Zoë Herdt (readbyzoe), Samantha Lane (Thoughts on Tomes), Sophia Lee (thebookbasement), Raeleen Lemay (padfootandprongs07), Regan Perusse (PeruseProject), Christine Riccio (polandbananasBOOKS), and Steph Sinclair & Kat Kennedy (Cuddlebuggery blog and channel). Members Reviews: I enjoyed more than I expected I expected this book to be dark and so villainy, but surprisingly it was sweet and thought provoking with these simple yet deep stories .. some of the essays at the end of the stories helped me to understand the stories better .. so here are my ratings for the stories: 1)The Blood of IMURIV : it was enjoyable and a nice start to the book .. 4.5/5 2) Jack: this story surprised me and the ending was shocking but I was hoping for more 3/5 3) GWEN AND ART AND LANCE: oh man this story was hilarious .. I will certainly check out this author because he is soo funny and quirky and I loved the story 5/5 4) Shirley and Jim: I liked the atmosphere of it .. but the ending was so abrupt 4/5 5) The Blessings of Little Wants : I really couldn't get into this one . it was so boring and I really couldn't connect to the main character 2/5 6) The Sea Witch : it is written by MARISSA MEYER !!! of course it will be amazing :D 5/5 7) Beautiful Venom: this one is heavy though it is one of the shorter stories .. it deals with serious subjects about our society despite being in asian setting 3.75/5 8) Death Knell: I wanted to like this story more than I did .. but I guess I'm from the minority who don't like Victoria Schwab's writing 3.5/5 9)Marigold : I really liked this story .. it is a mashup between Victorian London and fairies .. 4/5 10) you, you, it's all about you : EPIC !! it was soooo good, so exciting and amazing 5/5 11) Julian Breaks Every Rule: I found this one somewhat boring but it has a nice idea 2.5/5 12)Indigo and Shade: I like this retelling and the power of choices in our lives 4.75/5 13) Sera: strange .. I feel like this can be a horror movie 4/5 The Narration was nice and it was on point .. I liked this experience but try listening to it while reading the book it will enhance you understanding of the book I have been waiting all my life for this book! This is a definite Yes for me!! These short stories had everything. conflict, drama. It was deliciously evil and yet emotional heartfelt.

Just for Now Audiobook by Abbi Glines

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Abbi Glines) — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 23:00:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Just for Now Author: Abbi Glines Narrator: Kirby Heyborne, Shayna Thibodeaux Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 04-16-13 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 316 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: An insatiable attraction heats to the boiling point in this steamy book set in the shore town of Sea Breeze from the author of the white-hot The Vincent Boys. Preston is one bad boy. And Amanda has harbored a crush on him for forever. When she finally makes her move on him, it does not end well. But still, she can't resist him. Especially now that he seems to be pursuing her, too. No one wants them to be together. Not Amanda's brother Marcus, who is on the verge of his marriage to Low, and definitely not any of Preston's buddies. They know way too much about Preston's dark side. Even Preston realizes he's not good enough for someone like her. But Amanda believes there is more to Preston than his bad boy persona, and she is determined to unearth what he's hiding behind his seductive blue eyes - secrets that could explain his actions. Secrets Amanda might not be able to forgive. Yet the dangerous attraction persists...and neither Preston nor Amanda is going to deny it. Members Reviews: An Easy Listening Book Once you get to know these characters from Sea Breeze you'll want to know their individual stories. And if you liked the book Because of Low, you might want to give this one a try. In this series, as in most, you know the characters will end up together after some ups and downs but without being overly done with drama. Which is why this series light & fun with some surprises. And this particular book has a great story all on it's own. Love me some Preston Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Might not be your typical love story but I'm a sucker for the young romance of all Abbi Glines books. Which scene was your favorite? The beginning, some good good boning Any additional comments? I love the narrators, especially her male voice for some reason I really love OK book, nothing special What did you like best about Just for Now? What did you like least? I like how Preston is responsible for his siblings. I don't like Amanda. Would you ever listen to anything by Abbi Glines again? Yes. Would you listen to another book narrated by Kirby Heyborne and Shayna Thibodeaux ? Yes - Kirby Heyborne. Maybe - Shayna Thibodeaux Any additional comments? I give this book 3 stars. I was an OK read. I like Just for Low much better. I thought Preston was sweet and responsible. Granted the job he picked was not ideal but it was the only thing he thought of that he could earn enough money to support his family. I don't get me wrong, I don't condone what he picked but I understand where he came from. I think Amanda is sweet but very judgmental and spoil at times. She has a shelter life. When she found out about Preston's job, she broke up with him. It would be nice if she tried to understand why he did it. I thought the ending was a little be haste. Excellent great story line, loved the characters. I can't wait for the next book. performance was on point and the plot is so lovable. Great addition to the series! Who doesn't want just one night with the towns most notorious bad boy? Amanda knows what she wants and is determined to get a piece of it. Go get him girl! This book is for any girl who has ever wanted one of her big brothers friends who was most definitely off limits!

Dark Flame Audiobook by Alyson Noel

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alyson Noel) — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 09:21:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dark Flame Subtitle: The Immortals Author: Alyson Noel Narrator: Katie Schorr Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 06-22-10 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 277 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: In Alyson Noels most darkly seductive Immortals novel yet, Ever fights for control of her body, her souland the timeless true love shes been chasing for centuries. Ever is trying to help Haven transition into life as an immortal. But with Haven drunk on her new powers and acting recklessly, she poses the ultimate threatexposing their secret world to the outside. As Ever struggles to keep the Immortals hidden, it only propels Haven closer to the enemyRoman and his evil companions. At the same time, Ever delves deeper into dark magick to free Damen from Romans power. But when her spell backfires, it binds her to the one guy whos hell-bent on her destruction. Now theres a strange, foreign pulse coursing through her, and no matter what she does, she cant stop thinking about Romanand longing for his touch. As she struggles to resist the fiery attraction threatening to consume her, Roman is more than willing to take advantage of her weakened stateand Ever edges closer and closer to surrender.Frantic to break the spell before its too late, Ever turns to Jude for help, risking everything she knows and loves to save herselfand her future with Damen. Members Reviews: Can't believe I bought it! What disappointed you about Dark Flame? How the author managed to drag out this story line for a sixth book is unimaginable. What could Alyson Noel have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? She could have finished the series by book 3 or 4. Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Katie Schorr? I thought the narrator was wonderful. Her voice sounded just like I envisioned. You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? No. Enough already What disappointed you about Dark Flame? I will not go any farther with this series, I am so sick of this whiny little girl I could pull my hair out. The first book was cute, after that she becomes just a whiny little girl who screws everything up after constantly being told not to. What do you think your next listen will be? Anything but this crap. What about Katie Schorrs performance did you like? She comes across as a young girl, she performs very well. What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? Disappointment, after the last book, I was about over these characters, now with this book I am definitely done. Any additional comments? save your money, just go to the mall and find a couple young whining girls, and you will have this book for free. Dark Flame I was happy that Ever finally made a good decision but I can't wait til there's a happy ending with this series! Pretty good read, but... I really like this story, lacks a little depth and character development. I appreciated some of the closure provided as the story paced, but there was a struggle to get to the end of this one. This Series is Still Burning Strong. The Immortals series is complicated and layered. It has everything a Young Adult series should have without getting overly angsty. And I adore the narrator - she has a great voice for characters of this age.

Hallowed Audiobook by Cynthia Hand

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Cynthia Hand) — Tue, 22 May 2012 02:54:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hallowed Subtitle: An Unearthly Novel, Book 2 Author: Cynthia Hand Narrator: Samantha Quan Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 05-22-12 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 376 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: For months Clara Gardner trained to face the fire from her visions, but she wasn't prepared for the choice she had to make that day. And in the aftermath, she discovered that nothing about being part angel is as straightforward as she thought. Now, torn between her love for Tucker and her complicated feelings about the roles she and Christian seem destined to play in a world that is both dangerous and beautiful, Clara struggles with a shocking revelation: Someone she loves will die in a matter of months. With her future uncertain, the only thing Clara knows for sure is that the fire was just the beginning. In this compelling sequel to Unearthly, Cynthia Hand captures the joy of first love, the anguish of loss, and the confusion of becoming who you are. Members Reviews: FABULOUS Story! This is a fantastic book, a truly worthy follow-up to "Unearthly." My only problem with it is that I would have liked MORE, and I guess I've got to wait until January 2013 to get my fix! I bought this the day it was published in print, and then waited very impatiently for the audiobook. The re-read via audio was very satisfying, and I thought the narrator did a fine job. But ... mostly I'm just greedy. :-) Cynthia Hand draws me in so completely, fills this story with so much meaty material, that I just want to sit and feast until I can't hold another word. This is an absolutely wonderful, incredibly compelling story that will take over your heart and thoughts for days. I am a huge fan of this series, and will be rattling around Ms. Hand's website for the next year dying for glimpses of the next installment! Fun series This is for teenagers, but I have liked the series so far. Nothing too dep, but not boring either. If you like Twilight, this is about the same level. it's ok the love triangle gleen is not written well in this book idk it doesn't feel real there is no real climax to me is just a bunch of little bumps nothing major or memorable about it. better than the first This book was harder to put down when compared to the first. it has a faster pace and better execution than the first. good 2nd book enjoyed this, but wish she didn't use the loss name in vain so much. it was never used in the 1st one

Busted Audiobook by Gina Ciocca

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Gina Ciocca) — Tue, 02 Jan 2018 16:28:55 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Busted Author: Gina Ciocca Narrator: Amy Melissa Bentley Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 01-02-18 Publisher: Tantor Audio Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Marisa never planned to be a snoop for hire. It wasn't like she wanted to catch her best friend's boyfriend making out with another girl. But as her reputation for sniffing out cheaters spreads all over school, Marisa finds herself the reluctant queen of busting two-timing boys. And her next case? It's for ex-frenemy Kendall. She's convinced that her boyfriend, TJ, has feelings for someone else and persuades Marissa to start spying on him. But the more Marisa gets to know sincere and artistic TJ, the more she starts to fall for him. Worse yet, the feelings seem to be mutual. Marisa knows she needs to give up her investigation - and the spoken - for guy who may just be the love of her life. Then she uncovers new secrets about Kendall and TJ, secrets that take "cheater" to a whole new level.... Members Reviews: 4.25 - Had me Hooked until the End! When I read the premise for this book, I immediately requested it on Netgalley and crossed my fingers that I would get approved. Definitely no regrets on requesting and being approved â Busted by Gina Ciocca is a delightfully fun YA contemporary romance with a little mystery that had me hooked until the end. While some parts were a bit predictable, I still really enjoyed the story. It was intriguing, funny and incredibly entertaining that I couldnât put the book down. I liked the investigating part and all the drama that went with it. It may have been a little bit over the top sometimes, but honestly, I loved it. I also enjoyed that there was a bit of a mystery and I had fun trying to figure out the culprit. Even though the big reveal towards the end didnât completely surprise me, it was still quite interesting the way it all happened. The characters were likable to some extent. I thought most of them acted their age and caused drama just like teenagers do. Marissa was a wonderful and solid protagonist. I absolutely admired her for how fiercely she protects those she loves and would do anything for them. Sheâs also determined, creative, smart, and pretty hilarious. Was she perfect? No. Did she make mistakes? Of course. But her choices and personality made me want to be one of her best friends. There was just something so real and relatable, no matter how frustrating and annoying she was at times, that made me root for her. I didnât particularly like TJ at first, but he definitely charmed his way into my heart. I love big romantic gestures and he does one that is super adorable, sweet, and swoontastic! I also really liked that he had an artistic side and would love to own one of his creations. Marissaâs best friend, Charlie was pretty awesome. I liked her a lot and thought she was a great friend to Marissa. Their relationship was #friendshipgoals and I enjoyed all their moments together. I really wanted to like Kendall, but I just had the most difficult time relating to her. She was malicious and selfish that I just felt so turned off by her character. Even in the end when I learned more about what she was going through, I just couldnât like her. I did understand why was so vindictive and I kind of felt bad for what she went through, but yeah, I just couldnât like her. Maybe she reminded me of this girl (who was my friend and always complimented me) in college who blatantly hurt me and did something awful when I didnât even do anything to her. Girls can just be really catty and mean. The romance in this book was cute.

Blood Rose Rebellion Audiobook by Rosalyn Eves

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rosalyn Eves) — Tue, 28 Mar 2017 04:19:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blood Rose Rebellion Subtitle: Blood Rose Rebellion, Book 1 Author: Rosalyn Eves Narrator: Fiona Hardingham Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 03-28-17 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 52 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The thrilling first book in a YA fantasy trilogy for fans of Red Queen. In a world where social prestige derives from a trifecta of blood, money, and magic, one girl has the ability to break the spell that holds the social order in place. Sixteen-year-old Anna Arden is barred from society by a defect of blood. Though her family is part of the Luminate, powerful users of magic, she is Barren, unable to perform the simplest spells. Anna would do anything to belong. But her fate takes another course when, after inadvertently breaking her sister's debutante spell - an important chance for a highborn young woman to show her prowess with magic - Anna finds herself exiled to her family's once powerful but now crumbling native Hungary. Her life might well be over. In Hungary, Anna discovers that nothing is quite as it seems. Not the people around her, from her aloof cousin Noémi to the fierce and handsome Romani Gábor. Not the society she's known all her life, for discontent with the Luminate is sweeping the land. And not her lack of magic. Isolated from the only world she cares about, Anna still can't seem to stop herself from breaking spells. As rebellion spreads across the region, Anna's unique ability becomes the catalyst everyone is seeking. In the company of nobles, revolutionaries, and Romani, Anna must choose: deny her unique power and cling to the life she's always wanted or embrace her ability and change that world forever. Critic Reviews: "Romance sizzles and deadly magic crackles in Rosalyn Eves's electrifying debut. Prepare to be spellbound." (Julie Berry, award-winning author of The Passion of Dolssa and All the Truth That's in Me) "A fast-paced historical fantasy full of magic, romance, and adventure that is a must-read for fans of Sorcery & Cecelia!" (Jessica Day George, New York Times best-selling author of Silver in the Blood) "Everything I love in a fantasy: history, noblemen, magic, romance, and a revolution. Blood Rose Rebellion had me charmed from the first page." (Virginia Boecker, author of The Witch Hunter) Members Reviews: Fantastic debut! Stunning story telling, world building, magic - this book will let new readers fall in love with Hungary, history, and the multi-layered rebellion crafted around a girl trying to determine what her role is in the world. WARNING: May cause book-induced insomnia Great read! I really couldn't put it down, and stayed up reading/listening a little (or a lot) later than I should have on more than one occasion. I might classify it as a revolutionary period piece of adventurous, romantic, magical, historical-fiction fantasy. Lol. In other words, it combined pretty much everything into one very enjoyable read. I recommend the audible version as well as the kindle/print versions because the narrator does a great job of pronouncing the words in German and Hungarian. She gives the characters accents too. I very much look forward to the next book! Fun fantasy in a unique setting I loved this. It's a historical YA fantasy, set in a time and place that I don't think we see enough stories from. We see a ton about the Austro-Hungarian empire in Marie Antoinette's day, for obvious reasons, and we see a lot of it just prior to WWI, again for obvious reasons.

Rise of the Alago Audiobook by Lola StVil

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Lola StVil) — Thu, 12 Jan 2017 08:26:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rise of the Alago Subtitle: The Noru Series, Book 6 Author: Lola StVil Narrator: Jennifer O' Donnell, Jason Clarke Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs Language: English Release date: 01-12-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 48 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Death was warned. Fate was ignored. Time has run out. A new evil is here; Angel blood will be shed, and a dark secret will shatter the team forever.... Members Reviews: love it OMG really ! please give me the last book. i can' t wait, please, please. Great story! I loved it! The entire Noru Series are must reads. I started with the Noru. I did not know about The Guardian Series until after I was on the 3rd Noru book. But I plan to go back to read the others later. Lola StVil did a great job. Kudos to you Lola!

Perfekt Order Audiobook by S.T. Bende

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (S.T. Bende) — Mon, 02 Jan 2017 09:41:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Perfekt Order Subtitle: The re Saga, Book 1 Author: S.T. Bende Narrator: Dara Rosenberg Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 01-02-17 Publisher: S.T. Bende Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 51 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: All's fair when you're in love with War. For 17-year-old Mia Ahlstrom, a world ruled by order is the only world she allows. A lifetime of chore charts, to-do lists, and study schedules have helped earn her a spot at Redwood State University's engineering program. And while her five-year plan includes finding her very own happily-evah-aftah, years at an all-girls boarding school left her feeling woefully unprepared for keg parties and co-ed extracurricular activities. So nothing surprises her more than catching the eye of Tyr Fredriksen at her first college party. The imposing Swede is arrogantly charming, stubbornly overprotective, and runs hot-and-cold in ways that defy reason...until Mia learns that she's fallen for the Norse god of War; an immortal battle deity hiding on Midgard (Earth) to protect a valuable Asgardian treasure from a feral enemy. With a price on his head, Tyr brings more than a little excitement to Mia's rigidly controlled life. Choosing Tyr may be the biggest distraction - or the greatest adventure - she's ever had. Members Reviews: Not bad but not really worth the audio The book might be better if just read instead of listened to but I just kept getting annoyed because the girl narrating the book says every single sentence with the most dramatic tone Ive ever heard in a book. I dont know if she didnt like it and was being sarcastic or just overplaying but even casual sentences are read over the top. Deep South Lingo Really Hits The Spot Would you listen to Perfekt Order again? Why? Yes. Every so often. It is entertaining. What other book might you compare Perfekt Order to and why? Runes, by Ednah Walters. The Norse mythology helps draw an interesting parallel. Which character as performed by Dara Rosenberg was your favorite? Mia. She is funny, multi-faceted, and perfect. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Tur's potential death. Any additional comments? Funny and entertaining...

Highly Illogical Behavior Audiobook by John Corey Whaley

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Corey Whaley) — Tue, 10 May 2016 11:38:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Highly Illogical Behavior Author: John Corey Whaley Narrator: Robbie Daymond, Julia Whelan Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 05-10-16 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 162 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Teen and adult fans of All the Bright Places, Me and Earl and the Dying Girl, and Everything, Everything will adore this quirky story of coming of age, coming out, friendship, love...and agoraphobia. Sixteen-year-old Solomon is agoraphobic. He hasn't left the house in three years, which is fine by him. Ambitious Lisa desperately wants to get into the second-best psychology program for college (she's being realistic). But how can she prove she deserves a spot there? Solomon is the answer. Determined to "fix" Sol, Lisa thrusts herself into his life, introducing him to her charming boyfriend, Clark, and confiding her fears in him. Soon all three teens are far closer than they thought they'd be, and when their facades fall down, their friendships threaten to collapse as well. A hilarious and heartwarming coming-of-age perfect for fans of Matthew Quick and Rainbow Rowell, Highly Illogical Behavior showcases the different ways in which we hide ourselves from the world - and the ways in which love, tragedy, and the need for connection may be the only things to bring us back into the light. Members Reviews: It's illogical not to give this a try I adore John Corey Whaley, so listened to this one right away. His writing is funny, at times, self-deprecating, and non-verbose. He's not a wordy writer, everything is precise. Solomon is a high functioning boy, suffering from agoraphobia with two loving parents and a grandmother. The panic attack involving a fountain a few years prior pushed him to stay at home and Lisa, the girl who was closest to the scene hasn't forgotten him since. She enters his life with slightly dubious motives; using him as a project for her admission essay while helping him in the process. You can guess what happens next, but Whaley takes the story from predictable plot to a step above infused with his humor. By the end of the book, I loved all the characters and bought into the story. If you've read his other novel, "Where Things Come Back," this is a true departure as the other was extremely and wonderfully odd with a few twists and parallel stories. This book is more straight-forward and down-to-earth. Both are from the mind of a talented young writer. Worth the Listen What other book might you compare Highly Illogical Behavior to and why? I am a fan of All the Bright Places and almost all of Rainbow Rowell's books. With that being said, I liked how Highly Illogical Behavior wasn't too much of a predictable ya novel. As a grad student in psychology, I found it cute and endearing, because Lisa reminds me of my younger, striving self. Amazing This book was fantastic. I couldn't stop listening until it was finished. I even teared up when it ended. Highly recommend! 6/5 stars I loved the book it was the best book I have ever read. Its pretty relatable to an adolescents point of view. 4 stars I enjoyed this and I'm giving a 4 star rating from a teen librarian's perspective. I think it illustrates teenage life and pretty accurately, and I think a lot of teenagers could relate to at least one of the main characters.

It's Not Like It's a Secret Audiobook by Misa Sugiura

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Misa Sugiura) — Tue, 09 May 2017 19:18:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: It's Not Like It's a Secret Author: Misa Sugiura Narrator: Emily Woo Zeller Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 05-09-17 Publisher: Harper Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: This charming and bittersweet coming-of-age story featuring two girls of color falling in love is part To All the Boys I've Loved Before and part Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda. Sixteen-year-old Sana Kiyohara has too many secrets. Some are small, like how it bothers her when her friends don't invite her to parties. Some are big, like the fact that her father may be having an affair. And then there's the one that she can barely even admit to herself - the one about how she might have a crush on her best friend. When Sana and her family move to California, she begins to wonder if it's finally time for some honesty, especially after she meets Jamie Ramirez. Jamie is beautiful and smart and unlike anyone Sana's ever known. There are just a few problems: Sana's new friends don't trust Jamie's crowd; Jamie's friends clearly don't want her around anyway; and a sweet guy named Caleb seems to have more-than-friendly feelings for her. Meanwhile, her dad's affair is becoming too obvious to ignore. Sana always figured that the hardest thing would be to tell people that she wants to date a girl, but as she quickly learns, telling the truth is easy...what comes after it, though, is a whole lot more complicated. Members Reviews: YA contemporary that focused on an important topic What did you love best about It's Not Like It's a Secret? Wooooo....wow this book was a lot to unpack. Lots of conversations that need to be had but have never been approached like this before. I think a lot of books about prejudice and ignorance tend to focus on a very black and white lens but this one centered on prejudice in Mexican and Asian communities, which is very unique to California being that both racial groups are the largest minorities. I think the pros of this story was that it made me feel something, and it wasn't always cotton candy and comfort. What scared me the most about this story is that it reflected my own childhood and teenage years. Sana, the main character's mother, i'm ashamed to admit that she's actually like my grandmother. She's ignorant. She says hateful things about pretty much every ethnic group she doesn't fall under and she doesn't think of anything she says as wrong. She's scared of what she considers different, and unfortunately I found myself relating to Sana for not doing the right thing and challenging her on her ignorance. It's hard to challenge people you love and raised you and make them see your point when they in their heads, feel as though they've never been wrong. I constantly ask myself, why don't people call their families out on their racist thoughts? And then I think back to every situation that's happened and has yet to happen, where I don't correct my family members for saying hurtful things. Sometimes it's just not worth it and you always feel as though you're never going to change their minds. While I didn't think Sana was a traditionally likable heroine, I did however relate to her. I think what would have made this book a five is if it would have centered more on the f/f relationship and not so much the drama her parents were going through. It was so distracting and all I wanted was a love story.

Until the End Audiobook by Abbi Glines

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Abbi Glines) — Tue, 30 Dec 2014 20:58:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Until the End Subtitle: Sea Breeze, Book 9 Author: Abbi Glines Narrator: Sebastian York, Charlotte Penfield Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 12-30-14 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 258 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The backstory that fans have been clamoring for - how Rock and Trisha fell in love - is the final installment in the Sea Breeze series from New York Times best-selling author Abbi Glines. And don't miss the sizzling epilogue, where Abbi wraps up all the Sea Breeze couples' stories! Trisha Corbin always knew how to hide a bruise. With her momma's boyfriends unable to keep their hands off of her, she had no choice. And as long as it meant the guys wouldn't go near her little brother, Krit, it was worth it. But her days of dreaming that Prince Charming would ever come rescue her are far, far in the past. Rock Taylor always had a plan. Through football, he would rise above the life he was born into. A full ride to play for a major college team was within his reach - assuming he didn't let anything get in his way. But scoring a date with the hottest girl in Sea Breeze was proving harder than expected. Trisha Corbin was every man's walking fantasy, and she wouldn't even glance his way. When Rock finally does get Trisha in his truck, it isn't for a date. It's because he picks her up on the side of the road, beaten and bruised and walking to the local hospital. Before Rock knows it, football is no longer his life. Trisha Corbin is. And he'll do anything to save her. And keep her. In addition to Rock and Trisha's love story, this special conclusion to the Sea Breeze series contains the wrap-up stories of all your favorite Sea Breeze couples: Sadie and Jax, Marcus and Low, Cage and Eva, Preston and Amanda, Jess and Jason, Krit and Blythe, and Dewayne and Sienna. The steamy romance won't stop until the very last tick! Members Reviews: Thank you Abbi for this beautiful finale!!!!! I loved this book! If you are a fan of this series, it is a total must have! The last 4 hours give a glimpse of all of the main characters in each of the other books and what's going on with them now. It is just beautiful and I loved that it brought back memories of each book and what I loved about each character. Now I have to go back and listen to the whole series! Add it to your cart! Awesome read Love this book Dwayne and rock are my favorite. I like how this book goes back to each of the couples and gives us a look at what's going on in there lives. . Also love the very end with Bliss and hope another book or series comes from that Amazing! The whole series is amazing. I will definitely read/listen it again. Highly recommended this series to anybody the wants a little naughty yet romance. Good book This is a good wrap up to this series and hints a start of a new one of the kids. Awesome Great series all the way through!!! Can't wait for Bliss and Nates story This fall!! Hate to see this series end

Teach Me to Forget Audiobook by Erica M. Chapman

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Erica M. Chapman) — Fri, 02 Dec 2016 07:09:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Teach Me to Forget Author: Erica M. Chapman Narrator: Bailey Carr Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 12-02-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 55 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Ellery wants to die. Nothing is going right. Her younger sister is dead, and her family is in shambles. But on the day that she tries to end it all, even the gun won't work. When she tries to return it, she's intercepted by a security guard who also happens to be a boy in one of her classes, Colter Sawyer. Colter recognizes Ellery's desperation and begins working hard to earn her trust. Why does this cute boy care about my worthless life? Ellery wonders. But as the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Colter has very good reasons for his vigilance - deep personal reasons. And whether Ellery likes it or not, he won't let go. Critic Reviews: "In this stunningly brave and necessary debut, Erica M. Chapman takes us on a journey to the edge and back - exploring grief, depression, and suicide with candor, insight, and above all, hope." (Amber Smith, New York Times best-selling author of The Way I Used to Be). "A beautifully crafted, dark, and heartbreaking look at depression and suicide. Ellery's story is needed and necessary; Chapman is a writer to watch." (Kathleen Glasgow, New York Times best-selling author of Girl in Pieces) Members Reviews: Darkly Romantic Love this book!!! It's a stark reminder of what it is to be innocent, lost, and naked. Surprisingly NOT depressing I was a little weary about this one because I was worried it would be super depressing, despite other's reviews stating that it wasn't. I actually really enjoyed the way the author portrayed the main character's stubborn nature and extreme determination to end her life in order to 'balance' out what she thought she was responsible for. I genuinely believe that there are many people in this world that deal with similar struggles, and this book did a good job of expressing that struggle through Ellery's story. Ellery's sister died at a very young age, but Ellery does not express how or why, only that she feels responsible and wants to end her own life. Throughout the book, she does not come out and say what happened (until the very end of course), but it is made clear that it was enough to make her feel extremely guilty. It was enough to want to end her life. I think this book brings to light just how much goes on in a suicidal person's head that no one else knows about, not even family members or close friends. Many people, including myself, have had a friend or loved one end his or her life when no one was even aware that the desire was there. While this book is about suicide, I think it manages to stay away from uber-depressing and actually brings to light a lot of aspects of suicide that most people wouldn't normally feel comfortable talking about. I thoroughly enjoyed Chapman's writing style and would read another one of her books for sure. I really liked her raw, poetic style and thoroughly understood the feelings and emotions she described. The narrator was also very good. I like that she was able to do boys/mens voices without sounding like she was growling into the microphone like some other performers. All around good read/listen. Tear jerker This is so worth the listen. It's an amazing story. Anyone that's ever had loss in their life, guilt, and suicidal thoughts could find hope here. Just not very good. Didnt really enjoy this story at all, I really wanted to but it was TOO melodramatic and a pretty bad reflection of mental health.

The Nerdy and the Dirty Audiobook by B. T. Gottfred

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (B. T. Gottfred) — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 12:46:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Nerdy and the Dirty Author: B. T. Gottfred Narrator: Julia Whelan, B. T. Gottfred, Kirby Heyborne Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 11-15-16 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 131 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: His classmates may consider him a nerd, but Benedict Pendleton knows he's destined for great things. All he has to do is find a worthy girlfriend, and his social station will be secured. Sure, Benedict is different - but that's what he likes about himself. Pen Lupo is sick and tired of hiding who she is. On the outside Pen is popular, quiet, and deferential to her boyfriend. On the inside, however, Pen is honest, opinionated - and not sure that she's quite like other girls. Do they have urges like she does? When fate intervenes, Pen and Benedict end up at the same vacation resort for winter break. Despite their differences, the two are drawn together. But is there such a thing as happily ever after for this unlikely pair? With an afterword read by the author. Members Reviews: I'm an adult, reading YA fiction... The story is cute and I appreciate that the author incorporates sexuality and consent into the narrative. Teenagers deserve to know they aren't freaks for being horny little beasts and that consent is sexy. However, the acknowledgements portion of the book was dumb and confusing. I love it! It was a great storyline, I loved the main characters. So captured by this story. I hope there will someday be a sequel. The predictable unpredictability The story itself was predictable but it made you think of things you usually don't think about Good It's definitely aimed towards teenagers that are discovering themselves. It's not called The Needy and the Dirty for no reason. There's a good bit of sex involved , and there's talk of masturbation. The characters face some awkward moments that would make anyone catch second-hand embarrassment. The narration was good. Overall a good read. I enjoyed the main characters. This book was great...obviously (wink wink) :) I usually don't read YA books, but if its narrated by Julia Whelan, then I'll have to read it because it'll be good...and also the story sounded good! This book was so real as to what 'socially challenged ' kiddos are like. I liked the storyline, characters, and dialogue. Fantastic book! I wish the author had more books!

Forever Audiobook by Maggie Stiefvater

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Maggie Stiefvater) — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 01:22:07 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Forever Author: Maggie Stiefvater Narrator: Jenna Lamia, Pierce Cravens, Dan Bittner, Emma Galvin, Maggie Stiefvater Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 07-12-11 Publisher: Scholastic Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 523 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: In Maggie Stiefvater's Shiver, Grace and Sam found each other. In Linger, they fought to be together. Now, in Forever, the stakes are even higher than before. Wolves are being hunted. Lives are being threatened. And love is harder and harder to hold on to as death comes closing in. Members Reviews: Meandering Tale, Abrupt Conclusion This is Stiefvater's best writing yet, although the story wanders aimlessly and repetetively at times, coming to a quick ending. Not her most cohesive and interesting work, but this author has talent. Worth finishing the trilogy if you enjoyed the first two books. ugh! Well. I have to say THE reason I am giving this book only 3 stars is because of the ending. If this were not the conclusion in this series, I would easily give it a 5. I cannot BELIEVE this series has ended with so much unfinished business. Really, Maggie? A 4th book could easily be conjured up with as many questions as I still have about this story. To be fair, the book is great, but the ending just leaves me hollow and desperate to know more about ALL of the characters and their relationships. I hesitate to say more about what is left unsettled, fearing I may ruin the read for fans of this series. Maybe Maggie Stiefvater will read this review and have mercy on us, and create book #4. Not as Good as I Hoped I adored Shiver and Linger, the first two book Wolves of Mercy Falls series, and Ive been looking forward to reading Forever for awhile. Only, I didnt love Forever the way I did the previous two and I cant exactly explain why. It might be because I tend to like the first few books in a series way more than I like the last one. That aside, Forever seemed to lack the magic, the je ne sais quoi, that had made me swoon over the first two. So what was it that I didnt like? Hmmm. It wasnt the writing. No, Stiefvaters prose were as eloquent as always and the tone continued to be distinctly bittersweet with a hint of melancholy. The characters were their usual selves. Sam was a poetic, loyal, and charming boyfriend while Grace remained cute, smart, and independent. Their roles were reversed this time and it was interesting to see the difference in their perspectives. Isabel and Cole were the same, fickle and snarky, yet at times redeemable. Nothing changed there. The overall story was good and intriguing. I honestly cant think of any other way it could have gone. Maybe I didnt like the way the story told. It started off slow and then seemed to drag a little. I felt generally unhappy while reading it. If there were moments of happiness they were quickly ushered out to be replaced by serious, sad ones. Dont get me wrong, I dont expect everything in a book to be happy and perfect all the time but I missed having moments that made me smile or laugh. There were some of those moments, but they were rare and I cant think of any off the top of my head. The ending also lacked luster and things didnt feel wrapped up. If you have read the first two books in the series, you definitely should read Forever. I recommend rereading parts or all of Linger before reading Forever. I wish that I had. I still gave Forever four stars because I still liked it. The overall story was good and as usual it was very well written.

Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist Audiobook by Rachel Cohn, David Levithan

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rachel Cohn) — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 22:49:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist Author: Rachel Cohn, David Levithan Narrator: Emily Janice Card, Kirby Heyborne Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 09-30-08 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 196 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The New York Times bestselling he-said/she-said rock n' roll romance that inspired the hit movie! "I know this is going to sound strange, but would you mind being my girlfriend for the next five minutes?" Nick frequents New York's indie rock scene nursing a broken heart. Norah is questioning all of her assumptions about the world. They have nothing in common except for their taste in music, until a chance encounter leads to an all-night quest to find a legendary band's secret show and ends up becoming a first date that could change both their lives. Co-written by Rachel Cohn and David Levithan, co-author of Will Grayson, Will Grayson with John Green (The Fault In Our Stars), Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist is a sexy, funny roller coaster of a story that reminds you how you can never be sure where the night will take you Critic Reviews: "There are many heart-stopping, insightful moments in this supremely satisfying and sexy romance. A first-rate read." (School Library Journal) Members Reviews: Great Listen! Definity NOT a kids book. A real cool, well wriiten love story. Based out of New York City's Punk scene, it's not your typical boy meets girl book. Definitly worth a listen and I hope the authors write a sequel. Great story This is a terrific audiobook. Immensely better than the movie that came out recently. The alternating viewpoints by chapter keeps the listener hooked. Ahhhh.... Okay, imagine it is the hottest day of the year and you reach inside a cold fridge and pull out the last coca cola. You pop the top and take that first sip. You can't help it when your eyes close and an "Ahhh..." escapes your lips. I enjoyed this book as much as the ^ above ^ experience. I know it is classified as a YA book, but a few parts seemed a little mature. The story flows so well and both the characters are strong and play well off each other. Very different than the movie. I love this book. Great narrators. Download this book!! Cute Little Romance This was such an interesting romance. At first, the language threw me off a little because I didn't expect it but once I got into it, I was caught up in the story and all about the romance. I loved both Nick and Norah and wanted things to work out for them. Of course, the entire story takes place within one day so we have no idea what happens to them in the long run but I wanted to feel like they were going to get their happy ever after. I found the writing style to be very unique and interesting. All in all, it was a nice little romance to fill a day at work. If you like the film you'll love the book! Would you listen to Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist again? Why? I've listened to it at least 5 times and I always keep it on my my iphone as my backup audiobook. What did you like best about this story? I love the way the book goes from Nick to Norah's perspective. The authors wrote the book by writing a chapter from the character's perspective and then sending it to each other. You can see the play back an forth, as they try to write each other into a corner, example the yellow Yugo. I loved the film, but the book is so much better.

Two Boys Kissing Audiobook by David Levithan

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Levithan) — Tue, 27 Aug 2013 21:44:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Two Boys Kissing Author: David Levithan Narrator: David Levithan Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 08-27-13 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 177 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: While the two increasingly dehydrated and sleep-deprived boys are locking lips, they become a focal point in the lives of other teen boys dealing with languishing long-term relationships, coming out, navigating gender identity, and falling deeper into the digital rabbit hole of gay hookup sites - all while the kissing former couple tries to figure out their own feelings for each other. This follow-up to the best-selling Every Day showcases David's trademark sharp-witted, warm-hearted tales of teenage love, and serves as a perfect thematic bookend to David's YA debut and breakthrough, Boy Meets Boy, which celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2013. Critic Reviews: "A landmark achievement from a writer and editor who has helped create, in literature, a haven for queer youth." (Publishers Weekly) "The novel has genuine moments of insight and wisdom.... Inspiring." (Kirkus Reviews) Members Reviews: Two boys kissing Amazing. One of a kind book. Made me cry but also feel the pain of what the characters felt. If you buy this book, also buy a box of tissues. A Powerful Book with a Unique Voice Two Boys Kissing is a powerful book with a unique voice. Its narrated by the spirits of gay men who died of AIDS and watch and wonder over the current generation of gay males. A series of character vignettes intersect to show the contrast between then and now- how things have changed and how they have remained the same. The backdrop of the two boys kissing for the Guinness Book of World Records is the link that binds the characters together. We follow several teen boys throughout the book: The two boys kissing are exes Harry and Craig, Neil and Peter are in a long-term relationship, transgendered Avery meets Ryan, and Cooper is getting lost in the digital dating world. Each person has their ups and downs over the course of the book, and there are examples of good and bad parenting and coming out experiences. Coopers story probably got to me the most, and like the narrators of the book I wanted to reach out and help him through his crisis. The ghost narrators see the familiar and unfamiliar in the world of todays gay teens, from bullying and unaccepting parents, to gay proms and the rally of support of two boys kissing. I remember the early days of the AIDS pandemic so that colored my reading experience and made it hit home all the more. The voices from the past give contextual relevance to the events taking place in the present, and you can feel the collective sorrow, joy and hope in their words. I listened to the audiobook, read by the author himself, David Levithan. I think its my first time hearing the authors voice, and theres always a part of me that worries when an author chooses to read their own work rather than leave it to the professionals. But, in this case Levithan delivers the books narration expertly, and I cant imagine anyone else reading it. When an author can do voice work I think its great that they narrate their work- who else knows the book better, right? Levithan expertly conveys the emotional state of mind of the different personalities and brings the stories to life. There are several generations of voices and personalities in the book, and Levithan gives each a distinct delivery.

My Soul to Save Audiobook by Rachel Vincent

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rachel Vincent) — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 05:42:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Soul to Save Subtitle: Soul Screamers, Book 2 Author: Rachel Vincent Narrator: Amanda Ronconi Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 01-01-10 Publisher: Harlequin Books S.A. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 802 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: When Kaylee Cavanaugh screams, someone dies. So when teen pop star Eden croaks onstage and Kaylee doesn't wail, she knows something is dead wrong. She can't cry for someone who has no soul. The last thing Kaylee needs right now is to be skipping school, breaking her dad's ironclad curfew and putting her too-hot-to-be-real boyfriend's loyalty to the test. But starry-eyed teens are trading their souls: a flickering lifetime of fame and fortune in exchange for eternity in the Netherworld - a consequence they can't possibly understand. Kaylee can't let that happen, even if trying to save their souls means putting her own at risk.... SOUL SCREAMERS: The last thing you hear before you die Members Reviews: Loved it! I have been looking forward to this book since I finished the first one, and I was not disappointed! I am in my 30's, and though this is for YA readers, I really enjoyed it. There is some of the expected teenage angst/lust etc, but it's not over the top. :) What I have really enjoyed is the plot of each book - I don't want to give anything away, but Rachel Vincent really has put together a storyline that is quite different from other supernatural Sci Fi... if you are a little tired of vampires, witches, and were's, then you need to listen to these! Can wait for the next one! Another great book! Hooked on this series! If you could sum up My Soul to Save in three words, what would they be? Adventurous, creative, fun. (With a dash of sexy) Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes Any additional comments? Cannot wait to get on with the next book! Enchanting Fun Kaylee Cavanaugh is a banshee. That means when someone dies, she screams uncontrollably. So how come when she and her boyfriend, Nash, are at a rock concert and the pop star falls down dead before them, Kaylee doesn't scream? Maybe because the pop star had no soul? Looks like someone is convincing teenagers to sell their souls for fame and fortune and Kaylee is caught in the middle and the only way to get out is to travel to the Netherworld. I really enjoy this series of books. They're fun, easy to listen to and a bit captivating. The author does a good job of selling her story and making me want to keep listening to it. They're narrated by Amanda Ronconi and she does a wonderful job reading the books. Her voices are convincing and believable and she seems to capture the attitude and voice nuances of teenagers. Interesting sequel. I really enjoyed the prequel and the first book. With the second book I seemed to have lost my desire to finish the series. This is a good story but it feels like it might be a downward spiral from here. Im seeing more teenage angst, jealousy and annoying side of am I good enough? / why me? from Kaylee that isnt endearing her to me. For an unknown reason I dont really like her boyfriend Nash. Although I love to read many different genres, this book might just be too much of a teenage book for me. Amanda Ronconi is great as always. Well Done Would you listen to My Soul to Save again? Why? I'm glad I listened to it, but I wouldn't listen to it again, I would read the back of the book to refresh my memory. Who was your favorite character and why? I liked Todd the best, I'm hoping Kaylee and Todd get together.

Boundless Audiobook by Cynthia Hand

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Cynthia Hand) — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 10:24:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Boundless Subtitle: An Unearthly Novel, Book 3 Author: Cynthia Hand Narrator: Samantha Quan Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs Language: English Release date: 01-22-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 332 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The past few years held more surprises than part-angel Clara Gardner ever could have anticipated. Yet through the dizzying high of first love to the agonizing low of losing someone close to her, the one thing she could no longer deny was that she was never meant to have a normal life. Since discovering the special role she plays among the other angel-bloods, Clara has been determined to protect Tucker Avery from the evil that follows her...even if it means breaking both their hearts. Leaving town seemed like the best option, so she's headed back to California - and so is Christian Prescott, the irresistible boy from the vision that started her on this journey in the first place. As Clara makes her way in a world that is frighteningly new, she discovers that the fallen angel who attacked her is watching her every move. And he's not the only one.... With the battle against the Black Wings looming, Clara knows she must finally fulfill her destiny. But it won't come without sacrifices and betrayal. In the riveting finale of the Unearthly series, Clara must choose her fate once and for all. Members Reviews: Love Triangle from Hell. I think these books had great potential. There is interesting world building and a few characters I really wanted to hear more from. Unfortunately, when the book was over all I could really remember is the love triangle from hell. Why? Why must there always be a stupid love triangle? It takes over and everything else is colored by it. Other then the love triangle that wouldn't die these books are middle-grade. Not change your life fantastic but good enough. Plenty of fluff, adventure, and tension to keep you interested. If you like angel stories its one of the better ones! A fun series A fun and light series made for teenagers. I am 41 and still enjoyed it. Worth a credit. Loved this series but it could have been better I wish the epilogue wasn't so short! I wanted to know do they have children! What happens! I sure hope there's another book but I'm not holding my breath! I'm team Christian! I wish there was more romance in this series than therer was. Please Learn How to Pronounce Words What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you? This could have been a better listening experience if the reader pronounced the words correctly! Especially of national forests that EVERYONE knows how to pronounce!! What could Cynthia Hand have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? Explain what happens to everyone! What three words best describe Samantha Quans voice? Nice. You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? Great concept, just didn't like the ending. Left hanging Feel like the story was left unfinished.. no real closure.. for me at least.. Christian got jipped..

The Vincent Brothers Audiobook by Abbi Glines

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Abbi Glines) — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 20:11:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vincent Brothers Author: Abbi Glines Narrator: Kirby Heyborne, Shayna Thibodeaux Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 12-18-12 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Hot romance is the cure for heartbreak in this sequel to The Vincent Boys. Getting a boy to fall head-over-heels in love with you isnt easy. Especially when hes been in love with your cousin for as long as you can remember. Lana has lived her life in her cousins shadow. Ashton always made perfect grades, had tons of friends, and looks model-perfect. And shes always had Sawyer Vincent - the only boy Lanas ever wanted - wrapped around her finger. But now things are different. Lana has a chance to make Sawyer see her, and shes taking it. If only hed get over Ashton - because Lana is sick of second-best. Sawyers heart is broken. Hes lost his best girl to his best friend. And then Lana comes to town. Ashtons cousin has always been sweet and soft-spoken, but now shes drop-dead gorgeous as well. Sawyer doesnt know if Lana can heal his broken heart, but spending time with her might at least make Ashton jealous. What starts as a carefree fling becomes a lusty game of seduction. Sawyer and Lana may have different motives, but their scintillating hookups are the same kind of steamy.... Members Reviews: Hot, Steamy and Southern Where does The Vincent Brothers rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? I love hot football guys with southern accents that have a hart. Soyer Vincent is all male and very confuse but want he desides what he want. he diffently goes after it Who was your favorite character and why? soyer Vincent he has hart and he not sure how to show it but he trys so hard. Which character as performed by Kirby Heyborne and Shayna Thibodeaux was your favorite? kirby heyborne I LOVE his accent !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Yes and Yes I did laugh, and i also cry when she told him she need some one to and that she was tired of always being # 2

The Moon and More Audiobook by Sarah Dessen

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sarah Dessen) — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 03:02:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Moon and More Author: Sarah Dessen Narrator: Allie Gallerani Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 06-04-13 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 104 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Luke is the perfect boyfriend: handsome, kind, fun. He and Emaline have been together all through high school in Colby, the beach town where they both grew up. But now, in the summer before college, Emaline wonders if perfect is good enough. Enter Theo, a super-ambitious outsider, a New Yorker assisting on a documentary film about a reclusive local artist. Theo's sophisticated, exciting, and, best of all, he thinks Emaline is much too smart for Colby. Emaline's mostly-absentee father, too, thinks Emaline should have a bigger life, and he's convinced that an Ivy League education is the only route to realizing her potential. Emaline is attracted to the bright future that Theo and her father promise. But she also clings to the deep roots of her loving mother, stepfather, and sisters. Can she ignore the pull of the happily familiar world of Colby? Emaline wants the moon and more, but how can she balance where she comes from with where she's going? Sarah Dessen's devoted fans will welcome this story of romance, yearning, and, finally, empowerment. It could only happen in the summer. Members Reviews: dissappointed since its sarah dessen What would have made The Moon and More better? The love story couldve been better because i saw her potential What could Sarah Dessen have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? a better story in general What about Allie Galleranis performance did you like? her performance was the best part of the story which made me finish it If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from The Moon and More? i would rewrite the story except the part of the father/dad delimmah .. i loved it love love love! If you love Sarah Dessen, you'll love this! Great story, lots of drama! Very relatable. eh I only gave 2 stars because the book is great (well I haven't heard the whole thing but Dessen is normally amazing) but the reader is really bad I couldn't take it Disappointed Sarah Dessen is one of my favorite authors. She always finds a way to create her characters in such a way that they capture my heart and keep me so enthralled that I can't put the book down. Even with the happy endings I usually don't want the story to end. This story, however, was very disappointing. I found it difficult to connect with any of the characters, and found both love interests completely annoying. The story itself was slow and there were many times I was so frustrated just waiting to understand the point of the story. It does have an okay ending, but overall I just felt like the story was flat - especially for a Sarah Dessen book. The narrator was okay. I know some people mentioned being annoyed by her voice or lack of enthusiasm, but I think the voice fit the main character's personality very well. I hope the next Sarah Dessen book is better, I would hate for this to become a trend for her. Since I own all of her other books in hard cover. I don't think I'll be purchasing this one though. Entertaining and Irritating I've read (well, mostly listened to) all of Sarah Dessen's books and I was super excited to devour a new one. I love Dessen's rich characters and how she develops relationships the most. I can really loose myself in her stories, and be somewhere new and exciting while I'm reading. This book worked in that way for me.

Ignited Audiobook by Desni Dantone

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Desni Dantone) — Mon, 28 Oct 2013 07:06:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ignited Subtitle: Volume 1 Author: Desni Dantone Narrator: Lisa Larsen Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-13 Publisher: Desni Dantone Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 262 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Seventeen year old Kris Young is on the run from a throng of superhuman golden-eyed freaks hell-bent on seeing her dead, and she doesn't know why. Good thing she has her guardian angel to protect her...sort of. Kris is aided by Nathan, the mysterious man that ends up being anything but angelic when he rescues her for the fourth time in fourteen years. Even if the handsome hero illusion is shattered by his harsh treatment of her, he knows how to fight this strange enemy and is determined to keep her safe at all costs. As the body count rises in their wake, Nathan introduces Kris to a world in which not everyone is human and the battle lines between good and evil are clearly drawn. Kris's piece in the puzzle is something neither is aware of and, as they uncover the truth, neither is prepared for what they find. Overcoming twists and revelations that shatter both of their lives, they discover that nothing is as it seems and nothing, least of all their hearts, are safe. From debut author, Desni Dantone, Ignited is the first novel in a tale of first love, mystery, and adventure that will introduce you to an exciting new world as Kris discovers how she fits in it. Members Reviews: Narrator is torture!!! Struggle with the narrator, I think that the story had a good plot but the narrator ruined this book for me. Good story narration needs help I really enjoyed this book however the narration left something to be desired. It is difficult to picture a horrific car crash when the person telling you about it is upbeat and happy. love but the story was good but it skip and get stuck in some places however it still a good book This is an amazing book. A must read I loved getting to know the characters of thus story and the bond between them. A story of good and evil with lines crossed, so amazing. Kris and Nathan have so much chemistry but don't really know if they should act on it. A story of protection and love. Don't miss out on this one and the narration for the audio book is fantastic Just okay This book was interesting enough that o finished it but not so great that I would go out of my way to recommend it to friends. I will go on to the next book in the series because I hate unfinished stories and the second book did get better reviews.

Hold on Tight Audiobook by Abbi Glines

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Abbi Glines) — Tue, 29 Jul 2014 07:57:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hold on Tight Subtitle: Sea Breeze, Book 8 Author: Abbi Glines Narrator: Sebastian York, Shayna Thibodeaux Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 07-29-14 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 259 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Dewayne Falco has been a fixture in Sea Breeze since his appearance in the very first book, Breathe. He always had the one-liners and smart remarks that made you laugh. But there was never any insight into his life. Other than being best friends with Marcus, Preston, and Rock all his life, you knew little else. Until now. In Hold on Tight, Dewayne's past pain is brought front and center while he realizes not all was lost - and that there may be hope for him yet. Members Reviews: Best book of the series! I love, love, love this book! I related to this story so much because I was a young mother too. Abbi Glines knows just how to pull at your heart strings and bring out all your emotions to become invested in these characters. Bravo Abbi.... It's spectacular :) Add it to your cart!! Loved Dwayne's Story I was so glad that Dwayne's story was told. He was such a dick in all the other books so I was glad to see he really was a nice guy. Enjoyed, could've been better Any additional comments? The book starts off with the female lead dating the younger brother of the man she ultimately falls for. She was supposed to have been best friends with this younger brother - but the author does nothing to show that. Instead the kid seems like a real jerk. Had the author taken a little time to demonstrate that friendship - it would've made things that happened later on in the story more impactful and the story a bit better. Despite that - I still enjoyed the story Loved loved loved I loved their story. I felt for her because on many levels I could relate to her. A must read and I absolutely love the entire series. I can't believe there's only one more story to tell. Amazing Abbie Glines never disappoints. Incredible love story. Heart breaking at times and sinfully hot at others.

The Love Interest Audiobook by Cale Dietrich

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Cale Dietrich) — Tue, 12 Sep 2017 04:01:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Love Interest Author: Cale Dietrich Narrator: Michael Crouch Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: There is a secret organization that cultivates teenage spies. The agents are called Love Interests because getting close to people destined for great power means getting valuable secrets. Caden is a Nice: the boy next door, sculpted to physical perfection. Dylan is a Bad: the brooding, dark-souled guy, and dangerously handsome. The girl they are competing for is important to the organization, and each boy will pursue her. Will she choose a Nice or the Bad? Both Caden and Dylan are living in the outside world for the first time. They are well-trained and at the top of their games. They have to be - whoever the girl doesn't choose will die. What the boys don't expect are feelings that are outside of their training. Feelings that could kill them both. The Love Interest by Cale Dietrich is a gay YA thriller that is nonstop action from start to finish. Members Reviews: Love I really enjoyed reading this book. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a great LGBTQ read. Audible needs to revise their "steamy" rating This was a cute, easy listen, but in no way is it a "hot damn" on the steamy scale. There is NO sex in this book. Not even close.

Just Listen Audiobook by Sarah Dessen

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sarah Dessen) — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 22:51:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Just Listen Author: Sarah Dessen Narrator: Jennifer Ikeda Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 231 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Garnering five ALA Best Book for Young Adult honors with her first five novels, Sara Dessen delivers the bittersweet story of a dissatisfied model and the offbeat guy who teaches her that only truth can set her free. As her beautiful, self-assured image flashes across the TV screen, Annabel Greene is the ideal 17-year-old girl. But the glitter of her commercials is a far cry from Annabel is a social outcast. Can music-obsessed Owen with his commitment to truth convince Annabel to reveal a dark secret and bravely confront reality? ©2006 Sarah Dessen; (P)2006 Recorded Books, LLC Members Reviews: Exelent story This is an excellent story that shows a girl over coming her struggles with the truth and confronting people with how she feels. I love this story and hope you will to. Amazing book. Such a good book how tackles so many important issues and perspectives. Would recommend to anyone. Just TRY to Listen and maybe that will help. What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you? The story has a good premise, and until now, an awesome reader. But the story is S L O W.... And please be aware that it is written for very "YA." Very clean without hard language. But the characters are very immature, simply "textbook" high school adolescents, more moody and dissatified than how I remember that time of life. (SMALL SPOILER>>>) The author finally gets around to her tense subject of sexuality, after 12 or 15 chapters with a rape scene. Not to make light of that in any way whatsoever, I just found it an awkward and forced part of the book. The characters, especially the main Annabelle and her "BFF" Sophie, were unlikeable and shallow. Annabelle cannot stand up to her mom to tell her she hates modeling, and cannot confront one of her two sisters (don't want to give it away) about that sister's potential life threatening mental disease: anorexia. To continue her spiral, she loses her real best friend and just keeps faking it through day by day. Until Owen. Thank god for Owen. He managed to save the story from a final pressing of the STOP/FINISH button with his interesting and sometimes humorous realistic character. But Ms Ikeda butchered his voice unfortunately. A radio host just cannot be that juvenile and nasally and keep his job.If Dessen could have drawn the reader into Annabelle, especially since it is written in first person, perhaps the story would have been more poignant and enjoyable. What was most disappointing about Sarah Dessens story? I didn't expect a deep novel or enthralling story, or a complex plot. The story is just a downer, following a tedious storyline with so many coming of age angsts that I could not relate to. It felt long and drawn out, touching on so many problems with all of the various characters, that the listener is fatigued and ready for it to end. What do you think the narrator could have done better? I believe this was an early performance. I checked the date and this appears to be a very early book for her (2006 or 08), so I gave her 3 stars instead of two. Almost every other book performed by Ikeda are highly deserving of 5 starts. The only reason I bought Just Listen was due to the reader, Jennifer Ikeda. Ms. Ikeda is phenomenal in most of her other books, Discovery of Witches trilogy for example. In this story, however, her male characters were flat, childish and nasally.

Perfectly You Audiobook by Robin Daniels

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robin Daniels) — Tue, 19 Dec 2017 14:57:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Perfectly You Subtitle: The Perfect Series Author: Robin Daniels Narrator: Casey Turner Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 12-19-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Ivy Nixon is the student body Vice President at Franklin High School. Each year, the school holds a date auction to raise funds for the senior class graduation party, and this year, Ivy's in charge. Planning the event is a huge task and Ivy is determined to prove she can get the job done right. Unfortunately, she's still one participant short and her deadline is looming. Andy Walker, her cute but socially reclusive art class table mate, is her last resort. He may not be popular, but he's funny, talented, and full of surprises. With a makeover and some major social marketing, Ivy is sure he could fetch a decent price at the auction. Andy reluctantly agrees to help, but the more time Ivy spends with him, the more her feelings shift from professional to romantic in nature. To top it off, she's done her marketing so well, that other girls are starting to notice Andy too. Come auction time, will Ivy be able to let him go to the highest bidder? Or will she find a way to keep him for herself.... Members Reviews: Worth every cent! I was very very impressed with this book. I made the mistake of reading the 'teaser' at the end of book one and was immensely disappointed that this book wasn't out yet. Light at the end of the tunnel...I snagged an ARC copy and it was WELL worth the wait. I really enjoyed this book even more than the last book in the series. It was fun to be in the same world/story line as the previous book with a new spin. Andy and Ivy were FUN to read about...but I have to say Lilly is really the star of the show. Her spaztastic personality really helped win me over. If you are looking for a fun light read THIS is your book. I believe it will be available on amazon for $2.99 which is a steal of a deal. If you haven't preordered it yet, read the first one (included with kindle unlimited) and patiently await the release of this one. Robin Daniels has a great writing style and I cannot wait to see what she comes out with next! I had been looking for a fun, sweet I had been looking for a fun, sweet, and romantic YA novel to read and I'm so glad I picked up Perfectly You! I liked the first book in the series, Perfectly Oblivious, a lot, and I was worried I wouldn't enjoy this one as much. However, I think it's my favorite in the series so far. Ivy is smart, loyal, and fun. I liked, though, that she wasn't too perfect or too stubborn to recognize her own faults. She was a believable teenager, too, not a caricature of what an adult author believes what one should look and act like. Andy was a big surprise! I loved that he was not the normal 'hot guy' leading man. He is confident without being cocky and has no problem being himself even if it doesn't make him popular. The plot progressed at the perfect pace. I felt like there was enough to let the reader get to know the characters and to not rush the story, but it wasn't so long that there was extra filler scenes or characters. I loved the shout out to Bianca and Cameron from the first book, but wish we would have gotten a scene or two with them in it. Thanks to the author for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review. A clean, sweet, young-adult read! Perfectly You is an aptly named book about a cute, overachieving, social girl and a cute, artistic, keep-to-himself boy.

Panic Audiobook by Lauren Oliver

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Lauren Oliver) — Tue, 04 Mar 2014 04:47:36 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Panic Author: Lauren Oliver Narrator: Sarah Drew Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 03-04-14 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 551 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Panic began as so many things do in Carp, a poor town of 12,000 people in the middle of nowhere: Because it was summer, and there was nothing else to do. Heather never thought she would compete in panic, a legendary game played by graduating seniors, where the stakes are high and the payoff is even higher. She'd never thought of herself as fearless, the kind of person who would fight to stand out. But when she finds something, and someone, to fight for, she will discover that she is braver than she ever thought. Dodge has never been afraid of panic. His secret will fuel him, and get him all the way through the game; he's sure of it. But what he doesn't know is that he's not the only one with a secret. Everyone has something to play for. For Heather and Dodge, the game will bring new alliances, unexpected revelations, and the possibility of first love for each of them - and the knowledge that sometimes the very things we fear are those we need the most. In this gritty, spellbinding novel, New York Times best-selling author Lauren Oliver delivers a gripping narrative of friendship, courage, survival, and hope. Editorial Reviews: Editors Select, March 2014 - Lauren Oliver penned one of my all-time favorite YA trilogies, Delirium but it was her non-dystopian (though still fantastical) Before I Fall that really bowled me over with its narrative maturity and a complexity that didnt lose steam. And Sarah Drew delivered a truly authentic narration for all four books. Needless to say, Ive been looking forward to her new standalone Panic for a long time and so far it doesnt disappoint. As with Olivers other books, reading this I felt like I was back on the ground in my teenage years, as she deals friendship, loyalty, envy, and hopes for the future in an absolutely realistic way. I like a first love storyline as much as any YA listener, but its Olivers ability to harness all the other stuff about growing up that sets her apart from her contemporaries. Members Reviews: It should have been called Malaise I dont enjoy writing negative reviews, but this book was a huge disappointment for me. I love Lauren Olivers writing and her Delirium Trilogy is one of my favorites. However, this book was far from being a favorite for me. At first the story was very promising and there was certainly a thrill factor that perfectly fit the title. Unfortunately it went downhill very quickly and overall was just plain boring. I couldnt sympathize with the characters and most of the plotline I found completely implausible. I get it - Panic is a game born out of small-town boredom, but most of the tasks were just reckless and stupid. Nothing was done out of bravery or honor. Im giving this one 2.5 stars for two simple reasons. Lauren Olivers writing style is superb and Sarah Drews narration is always exciting and engaging. Sadly, I wish I could say the same about the actual book. AMAZING! Any additional comments? I almost didn't read this book because of reviews saying it was unrealistic, but i'm so glad I did. I had no trouble understanding why the teens in this book did the things they did. Maybe its because as a freshman in college I was so recently where they are. These kids play this game because its a chance to get out, the prize money is for some of them their only chance to leave their small sad town. That chance to escape is something some of them are willing to risk their lives for, and I can see why.

The Goddess Test Audiobook by Aimée Carter

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Aimée Carter) — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:18:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Goddess Test Author: Aimée Carter Narrator: Brittany Pressley Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 06-18-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 400 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: It's always been just Kate and her mom - and her mother is dying. Her last wish? To move back to her childhood home. So Kate's going to start at a new school with no friends, no other family, and the fear her mother won't live past the fall. Then she meets Henry. Dark. Tortured. And mesmerizing. He claims to be Hades, god of the Underworld - and if she accepts his bargain, he'll keep her mother alive while Kate tries to pass seven tests. Kate is sure he's crazy - until she sees him bring a girl back from the dead. Now saving her mother seems crazily possible. If she succeeds, she'll become Henry's future bride, and a goddess. Members Reviews: Really a 2.5 star! I've had my eye on this series for a while now and patiently waited for it to hit audible so when it did I snatched it up. First, the synopsis and cover grabbed my attention. I thought we would have this young girl struggling through grizzly unthinkable situations in order to save her mom, wrong! There are some bad things that happen to the main character (Kate) but the tests she was administered were ones she didn't even know she was taking. I was really looking for a nice angsty gritty read but got an overly super sappy sweet read instead. The narrator did a really good job with the characters, but some parts in this book are just way too unbelievable for a person to go through what Kate went through and react the way she did to the situation and the characters that treated her a certain way, I just couldn't buy into the believability of the story. I know some people have said they have issues with the mythology being wrong and getting facts wrong but honestly it didn't bother me, I don't have a good knowledge base in mythology to know better anyway. So my opinion is, it's a nice easy laid back read, don't get your hopes up for a bunch of ups and downs, it was mainly a very constant storyline, I never really felt any connection, emotion or believability towards any of the characters. That being said, I will try the next book ONLY because I bought this on the buy 3 for 2 sale and feel I should get my $$ worth. HAPPY LISTENING!!! Twilight with Greeks instead of vampires This was SO VERY NOT my cup of tea. I went into this book thinking, like others before me, that it would be more about Kate's relationship with her mom, and learning to understand death and grieving loss, but no. Everything in this book is a set up to get Kate with Henry, who as far as I can tell has no redeeming qualities other than that he's very attractive, and approaches serious topics only to skirt around them with fluff and garbage. The characters are poorly portrayed as well; Kate comes across as a very bratty young girl with abandonment issues, Henry is an aloof controlling dick, Eva is a stereotypically ditzy cheerleader, and Kate's mom is a plot device. Aside from the actual plot, Ms. Carter just has some really annoying literary habits. Like, items appearing "seemingly out of no where" because she needs them in the scene to move the story along but couldn't figure out how to integrate them into the prose any other way. Also, Henry is constantly being described as warm.

Nightshade Audiobook by Andrea Cremer

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Andrea Cremer) — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 18:56:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nightshade Author: Andrea Cremer Narrator: Rebecca Lowman Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 10-26-10 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 380 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Calla Tor has always known her destiny: After graduating from the Mountain School, she'll be the mate of sexy alpha wolf Ren Laroche and fight with him, side by side, ruling their pack and guarding sacred sites for the Keepers. But when she violates her masters' laws by saving a beautiful human boy out for a hike, Calla begins to question her fate, her existence, and the very essence of the world she has known. By following her heart, she might lose everything - including her own life. Is forbidden love worth the ultimate sacrifice? Members Reviews: Disappointed The first chapter of Nightshade is stunning. So much so that you cannot help but want to continue reading, or in my case listening. Andrea Cremer draws you in with her intriguing story that has clearly caught the attention of many as it graces best selling book shelves. However, this engrossing story left a bad taste in my mouth as the presence of one repeating theme unraveled any chance of me liking this book. Calla is the alpha wolf in the nightshade pack and arranged to be married to Ren, the alpha of the Bane wolf pack. The plan is set until she meets human boy Shay whose presence makes Calla suddenly doubt her entire world. What was it that ruined the book for me? The book is very degrading towards women. Calla is the worst heroine ever and she allows herself to be put into ancient gender roles. She reminds the reader frequently that she is a warrior but I found her to be a huge wuss, frequently shivering at everything that scares her. She is all talk and very little action. Ren, although he redeems himself somewhat in the end, he is sleazy throughout most of the book. Every time he and Calla are in a scene together he has his paws all over her. He makes several sexual advances on Calla and the really, really bad part is she says NO but doesnt stop him. This is not okay. No book should ever encourage the No means yes mentality, especially books aimed towards teenage girls. Upon reaching the first no means year scene, the book was walking on shaking ground with me but after the second, well, that was the final nail in the coffin for this book. I kept expecting tough warrior Calla to give him a good smack or knee to the balls to prove she in fact is a strong female. She didnt. She even apologizes to him when she stands up for herself. Then he calls her a nun when she says no. Ugh, I cant believe a woman wrote this book. In addition to the above, the author often refers to Calla in a sexual way. The writing is focused around her body whether its eyes moving over her body taking in her curves, hands gliding over her body, Ren nibbling on her ear when talking with her. The degrading language towards women never stops. After that the plot, the other characters, the writing, and everything else fell flat. It lost my interest. I cant say I liked any of the three main characters let alone relate to them. Calla is not a heroine I can get behind and her love interests have no appeal to me. I cannot recommend this book no matter how popular it may be. Hard to Finsh I didn't really care for this book. Actually, I had to force myself to finish it. The only reason that I did is that I've already bought the following two books in the triliogy. I only really liked one of the main three characters and I don't think that it is one I'm supposed to like at all.

Hope(less) Audiobook by Melissa Haag

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Melissa Haag) — Mon, 15 Feb 2016 04:19:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hope(less) Subtitle: Judgement of the Six, Book 1 Author: Melissa Haag Narrator: Julie McKay Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 02-15-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 187 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Gabby's brain is like a human fish finder. It comes in handy when she wants to avoid people. Mostly men. They seem to like her a bit too much. It's lonely being different, but she's adapted to it. Really. She just wishes she knew why she is different, though. In her search for answers, she discovers a hidden community of werewolves. She immerses herself in their culture, learning about their world until she meets Clay. He's unkempt, prone to mood swings, and intense without saying a word, and he thinks Gabby is his. It's going to take every trick she knows to convince Clay to go away - and every bit of willpower not to fall for him when she discovers the man beneath the rough exterior. Delve into a riveting world of werewolves and young women with unexplained abilities in Hope(less). Judgement has begun.... Members Reviews: The Eternal Cliffhanger Ok. Great story. Amazing characters--most of the time. Big, exciting finish and then? Nothing! The next book in the series picks up with completely different characters. WTH?? I won't be listening to the sequels anytime soon. I think this kind if ending is completely irresponsible on the part of the author. If you want readers to be invested in characters, you can't just yank them away and start over with new people. Other authors have successfully added new characters without tossing out the old--think Jaymin Eve's "First World" series--so I truly don't understand the decision to go this route. Not a happy camper. Run! Don't walk, away from this book. Confusing plot, weak heroine. Premise seemed to have potential, but never satisfying at any point. Made no sense. Bismal ending. The next sequel does not take off at the ending of this book, which it promised it would. I LOVED, LOVED, LOVED this book I LOVED, LOVED, LOVED this book and their story. I regret not having a chance to read it sooner. The story is absolutely amazing, I never expected the turns and twists in it. I loved being surprised by the characters and their actions. And the story is so original, I have never read anything like that before. Over all I have to say, Wow just wow. Brilliant writing. I really enjoy the way Melissa writes, and OMG what is she doing to me??? That ending just left me desperate for more! I can't wait to read the next of the series. Fantastic version Would you listen to Hope(less) again? Why? I would definitely listen to it again. I love the story and the characters. Who was your favorite character and why? Clay is my favorite character. I love how protective he is of Gabby all while giving her the space she needs. Which scene was your favorite? Vet Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I laughed until I cried at some of the snarky dialogue. There were times I was angry with Gabby because of the way she treated Clay. Any additional comments? One of my favorite books of all time. Took too long to get to the point. Any additional comments? This was a painfully long book to listen to. The story just went on and on with no real plot until the last third of the book. You got your typical werewolf mate bond/heroine in denial story except werewolf stays mostly in wolf form and never speaks to her. She spends the whole book trying to interpret what he is thinking.

The Vincent Boys: Extended and Uncut Audiobook by Abbi Glines

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Abbi Glines) — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 13:27:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vincent Boys: Extended and Uncut Author: Abbi Glines Narrator: Kirby Heyborne, Shayna Thibodeaux Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 12-18-12 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 346 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: There was something wicked about Beau that drew me to him. What was wrong with me? Why did I want to sin so badly? Ashton is getting tired of being good, of impressing her parents and playing ideal girlfriend to Sawyer Vincent. Sawyer is perfect, a regular Prince Charming, but when he leaves town for the summer, its his cousin Beau who catches Ashtons eye. Beau is the sexiest guy shes ever seen, and even though hes dangerous, Ashton is drawn to him. Beau loves his cousin like a brother, so the last thing he wants to do is make a move on Sawyers girl. Ashton is off-limits, absolutely. Thats why he does his best to keep his distance, even though hes been in love with her forever. When Ashton wants to rekindle their childhood friendship in Sawyers absence, Beau knows he should say no. Ashton and Beau dont want to hurt Sawyer. But the more they try to stay away from each other, the more intense their urges become. Its getting way too hard to resist.... Members Reviews: Very Enjoyable What did you love best about The Vincent Boys: Extended and Uncut? I loved the flashbacks of Ash, Bo, and Sawyer's childhoods and the development of their relationships. Who was your favorite character and why? My favorite character was Bo. I just love a bad boy! Did the narration match the pace of the story? The female narration was too slow and she really sounded as if she was bored. I really enjoyed the male narration, particularly his accent. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I certainly could not stop listening and wanted to listen to it all in one sitting. Unfortunately I couldn't. Any additional comments? Good story! A Timeless Plot With Startling Passion I couldn't begin to count the number of stories that involve a preacher's daughter and the "town bad-boy"- I'm glad that the cliché didn't make me ignore this book. As usual with a story where cheating occurs, anyone especially bothering by infidelity may not want to read this book. Since I've never encountered it in my own life, I haven't formed any of the painful memories that might make it difficult for others to read this book. The shining light in this story was the passion these characters displayed- It was refreshing and addicting, and definitely not for the faint of heart. I liked how free these teens were (except that their freedom allowed unfaithfulness), and I felt this this author has a lot of potential. I hope that she avoids cliché phrases in the future, but otherwise I found this book to be highly entertaining and I look forward to reading the next book in the series. Bo and Ash - Half and Half Perhaps too steamy for some teens, but great entertainment for those more mature. The narration by Kirby Heyborne captures the essence of Bo. Shayna Thibodeaux is also very convincing as Ash. A successful novel makes the reader want more, and by presenting characters larger than life, Abbi Glines succeeds beautifully. Would love to see more of her work. A little too young for me. If you could sum up The Vincent Boys: Extended and Uncut in three words, what would they be? Story is sweet and well written but too young (16-17 year olds). If this was set with even college age it wouldn't seem so off.

Accidental Love Audiobook by Gary Soto

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Gary Soto) — Wed, 01 May 2013 18:17:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Accidental Love Author: Gary Soto Narrator: Barrie Kreinik Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: It all starts when Marisa picks up the wrong cell phone. When she returns it to Rene, she feels curiously drawn to him. But Marisa and Rene arent exactly a match made in heaven. For one thing, Marisa is a chola; shes a lot of girl, and shes not ashamed of it. Skinny Rene gangles like a sackful of elbows and wears a calculator on his belt. In other words, hes a geek. So why cant Marisa stay away from him? Critic Reviews: "[A] warmhearted, humorous novel Its hard not to like spunky Marisa and appreciate the fresh point of view she brings." (School Library Journal) "Soto remains true to his community, painting a picture of Marisas family, school, and neighborhood and interspersing Spanish language throughout this realistic romance between two young narrators learning to define themselves." (VOYA) "Soto accurately depicts popularity and stereotypes in high school while conveying a melting pot of cultures. The teens struggles shine through with simplicity and authenticity. Sotosuccessfully bridges gender and cultural issues that affect teens." - (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Good BooK ! My son needed it for school,it was perfect ! great book! great book! Summer reading My daughter finished it in 3 days she loved it. Made summer reading project a breeze. She says she ll read it again! Five Stars I was very pleased with this product. Thank you. Role Reverse My niece picked this book for her next book report, so I read along with her. And we had like our very own version of book club. We found many differences between the characters and sameness all in one.

Just One Day Audiobook by Gayle Forman

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Gayle Forman) — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 22:49:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Just One Day Author: Gayle Forman Narrator: Kathleen McInerney Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 01-03-13 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 269 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: A breathtaking journey toward self-discovery and true love, from the author of If I Stay. When sheltered American good girl Allyson "LuLu" Healey first meets laid-back Dutch actor Willem De Ruiter at an underground performance of Twelfth Night in England, theres an undeniable spark. After just one day together, that spark bursts into a flame, or so it seems to Allyson, until the following morning, when she wakes up after a whirlwind day in Paris to discover that Willem has left. Over the next year, Allyson embarks on a journey to come to terms with the narrow confines of her life, and through Shakespeare, travel, and a quest for her almost-true-love, to break free of those confines. Just One Day is the first in a sweepingly romantic duet of novels. Willems story - Just One Year - is coming soon! Members Reviews: Gorgeous and Intense Gayle Formans latest book Just One Day explores how your life can change seemingly overnight. A story with mystery, adventure and romance, Just One Day follows Allyson as she gets lost and found again in Paris. The story begins with Allysons trip to Europe one summer before college. Shes always been a girl who follows the rules and doesnt veer from her chosen path. But in Europe she starts to get a little more adventurous, and her edgy new haircut allows her to try on a new persona. Allyson meets Dutch actor Willem and makes a spur-of-the-moment decision to abandon her existing travel plans and go with him by train to spend the day in Paris. Willem doesnt even know Allysons real name, and calls her Lulu for her Louise Brooks haircut. Willem is quite mysterious himself and Allyson is constantly second-guessing her decision to go off with him. When she wakes up the next morning to find Willem missing, it sets into motion a new path for Allyson. Willem seemed like a shady character to me, but I could see how Allyson could be so charmed by him. The sights and sounds of Paris were the perfect romantic backdrop for their adventure, and Allyson enjoys feeling like the leading lady in the movie (or Shakespeare play) for the first time. Part of the appeal is that the reader doesnt really know if they can trust Willem and its easy to get swept up in the romance and mystery of it all with Allyson. Many of the themes found in Just One Day lend themselves well to the New Adult niche, especially with regards to finding yourself. Allyson is just starting college and living away from home for the first time. The aftershocks of her day in Paris with Willem impact her schoolwork and social life completely. Allyson also has to deal with a new relationship with her parents, especially her mother who is used to being in charge of her life. Even her friend alliances and school focus shifts. But can Allyson move forward with her life if she doesnt resolve her past with Willem? Or is Willem not the point at all in Allysons self-development? Just One Day has Formans trademark dramatic intensity but didnt make me cry like If I Stay. The book is gorgeously written and made me feel all of Allysons changing moods. The nature of the book makes it a good fit to read in one day if you have the time, and especially because youll want to see it through to the end. But the weightiness of it all made me want to take little breaks to really digest the story. I listened to the audiobook of Just One Day, read by Kathleen McInerney, a new-to-me narrator.

The Legacy of the Key Audiobook by S. L. Morgan

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (S. L. Morgan) — Fri, 29 Jan 2016 01:42:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Legacy of the Key Subtitle: Ancient Guardian Series, Book 1 Author: S. L. Morgan Narrator: Natasha Soudek Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 01-29-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 146 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: What would you do if you were swept into an alternate dimension and faced with the truth: Life does exist outside of Earth? When Reece is almost violently kidnapped, her entire life begins to change. She soon learns about the man who saved her life in the park and instantly is filled with questions about who he is and why he seems so familiar. The answers she receives from Levi are something that Reece would never have imagined possible. There is life beyond Earth, and it exists because of her! As she struggles to cope with this theory, she is forced into a futuristic car where she meets another strangely familiar man who introduces himself as Harrison and informs her that he and Levi are from a dimension known as Pemdas. Traveling at what appears to be light speed, Harrison continues to inform Reece that he and Levi are her personal guardians who are sworn to protect her at any cost. Impossible! Reece can't accept this and begins to question exactly who these men are and where they are taking her. Her answers come swiftly when the car they are in transports them into an entirely different environment. She is rendered speechless as she studies the vivid nature that surrounds them. Transported into a magical land? The supernatural dimension of Pemdas appears to have traces of Earth in it, but is still worlds apart. It's filled with classic beauty and an electrifying atmosphere, and Reece is completely overwhelmed by what she sees. But her journey is only beginning.... Emperor Navarre Oxley explains to Reece that engraved in her mind by a powerful ancestor is the key to taking over multiple worlds...including Earth. Evil shape-shifting creatures known the Ciatron want to steal the map from Reece's mind and take over all of the dimensions and worlds in the universe. The Guardians must protect Reece in order to save Earth and all of the dimensions that exist due to Earth remaining unaltered. As Reece finds herself increasingly attracted to Levi, Emperor Navarre's son and her personal guardian on Earth, she finally opens her mind to this new world and starts accepting the unique lifestyle of this enchanting world. With this, she discovers sweeping landscapes and capricious creatures who transfer their energy to the people of Pemdas. Most of all, she experiences peace in her life like nothing she has ever experienced. Her newfound peace is instantly replaced with the shock of her life when she is placed in grave danger! Betrayed, the Guardians now must defeat their greatest enemy as all dimensions turn against them. They are forced to place Reece in grave danger in order to make peace with leaders of all dimensions. Will Reece Bryant be taken from the protection of the Guardians and forced into the hands of the Ciatron? Now that the Key's true identity is exposed, the Guardians find themselves in the greatest disadvantage that they have ever known. If the Guardians lose the power to protect Reece, the Key, every living being will fall victim to the greatest enemy Earth has ever known. Critic Reviews: "Trans-dimensional romance? This has to be one of the most detailed books that I have read that wasnt dry or boring. I mean I could imagine being in the Reeces bedroom and feeling the soft fabric of the couch. I could see Harrisons eyes, and what beautiful eyes they were. Not only that but the plot is actually something that I had not read before.

Dark Triumph Audiobook by Robin LaFevers

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robin LaFevers) — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 02:13:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dark Triumph Subtitle: His Fair Assassin Trilogy, Book 2 Author: Robin LaFevers Narrator: Angela Goethals Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 04-19-13 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 379 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Sybella arrives at the convents doorstep half mad with grief and despair. Those that serve Death are only too happy to offer her refuge - but at a price. The convent views Sybella, naturally skilled in the arts of both death and seduction, as one of their most dangerous weapons. But those assassin's skills are little comfort when the convent returns her to a life that nearly drove her mad. And while Sybella is a weapon of justice wrought by the god of Death himself, He must give her a reason to live. When she discovers an unexpected ally imprisoned in the dungeons, will a daughter of Death find something other than vengeance to live for? Members Reviews: Sybella Kicks MAJOR Butt Any additional comments? This book was phenomenal! I had really high hopes for this book after reading Grave Mercy and it didnt disappoint even one bitI got everything I wanted and more! After reading Grave Mercy, I was super excited when I learned that in Dark Triumph we get to learn more about Sybella, cause all throughout Grave Mercy we only got to see little glimpses of Sybella, and her character was extremely intriguing. Now I know why! Holy CRAP! That girl has had one extremely messed up life. I dont think it could at all get any worse than what she had to go through, and I knew that pretty much immediately as soon as I discovered who her family was. And OMG!...its horrifying. I kept questioning myself like, Is that really her dad? Oh crap! Being able to be in Sybellas mind, to truly understand what shes thinking, and gauge her reactions to situations was perfect! Other than Sybellas story, there are other things that I was thrilled that we get to see more of. We get to learn more about St. Mortain (Death) and the Convent. We get to see Ismae through Sybellas eyes and we get to know more about the politics between the countries. And we learn more about the death marks! Every part of this book was fabulous. The beginning, the middle and the end were all AWESOME! And hooray for the romance! Score!!! It was the most perfect of all perfect matches! I couldnt have asked for a better dude for Sybella. Im super excited that the last book in the His Fair Assassin Trilogy is going to be about Annith. I cant imagine what kind of life she has had, and I hope that she gets a happily ever after. I have a feeling that Im going to have a really hard time saying goodbye to this series. I cant believe there is only one book left. Triumph Indeed! This is just a good book all around. Complex characters, wonderful world building, and an interesting depth to the story. This book showed me things I dare only imagaine in my darkest nightmares and somehow made that enjoyable and left me wanting more. The story is full of a suspense and mystery that will leave you guessing. If you liked Grave Mercy you will LOVE Dark Triumph. There is not as much romance in this one but the little that is there is so sweet and pure it completely satisfies. Highly recommended. My Favorite of th Series Dark Triumph is Sybella's story, and as others have mentioned (and as the title implies) it's a much darker tale than Ismae's. For me, this was part of the book's appeal. The stakes are high in Grave Mercy, but in Dark Triumph everything is ratcheted up a notch. Not only are there political problems but very personal ones as well.

Sweet Evil Audiobook by Wendy Higgins

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Wendy Higgins) — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 22:29:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sweet Evil Author: Wendy Higgins Narrator: Erin Mallon Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 11-13-12 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 378 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Embrace the Forbidden... What if there were teens whose lives literally depended on being bad influences? This is the reality for sons and daughters of fallen angels. Tenderhearted Southern girl Anna Whitt was born with the sixth sense to see and feel emotions of other people. She's aware of a struggle within herself, an inexplicable pull toward danger, but Anna, the ultimate good girl, has always had the advantage of her angel side to balance the darkness within. It isn't until she turns 16 and meets the alluring Kaidan Rowe that she discovers her terrifying heritage and her willpower is put to the test. He's the boy your daddy warned you about. If only someone had warned Anna. Forced to face her destiny, will Anna embrace her halo or her horns? Members Reviews: Eh... Alright so this might be a bit schizophrenic... Sweet Evil is one of those books that starts out pretty strong and just when you think its going to elevate it takes a serious dive. I think this happens because the author wants to leave us hanging for her second installment (which I really HATE btw.) This is a unique take on the Angel stories as its pretty close to what the Bible teaches. The most interesting bit being that God is actually involved. How many Angel books have you read where the "Angels" don't even believe in God? The answer is a lot. Unique for the win. I really liked our bad boy, and I mostly liked our "good girl" heroine. Although, I definitely liked her better when she was misbehaving. By the end of the book I kind of wanted to push her off look-out peek. Though I can't be sure if that is the character or the narrator. All and all this book was more then a wee bit annoying in its lack of progress. There is barely any action and freaking nothing gets resolved. NOTHING.... So if you don't mind some pretty gory imagery and LOTS unresolved teen angst then give this one a go. It really is unique in its genre. Fantastic Book !! Would you listen to Sweet Evil again? Why? Yes i would great story line and great romance that you'd want to hear again ! Who was your favorite character and why? hmm i do love all of them ...kai but i have to say i come to like him more in the second book sweet peril :D Which scene was your favorite? when anna and kai go on a road trip ! Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? YES !! Any additional comments? an awesome series and you won't be disappointed ! I am a sucker for Bad Boys! I really enjoyed this book including the narrator! As I said, I am all over bad boy books and this one... Kaiden, just couldn't get any badder! The son of a fallen angel, drummer of a band on top of speaking with an English Accent? I was done for! Also, Anna's sweet girl personality didn't come off as self-righteous or snobby, but there were a few times where I felt she did get a little "preachy". Other than that I thought the characters, 1st and 2nd drew me in quick. I would have loved to see more Kopano.. maybe the sequel will have him? I hope so! I don't think I would classify this as a teen book. With all the sex, drugs and some language, I wouldn't want my teens reading it until they were at least 17. Surprisingly good! What did you love best about Sweet Evil? I thought the story was fairly original.

A Girl Like Me Audiobook by Ginger Scott

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ginger Scott) — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 04:37:33 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Girl Like Me Subtitle: Like Us, Volume 2 Author: Ginger Scott Narrator: Kai Kennicott Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 11-15-17 Publisher: Ginger Scott, Little Miss Write LLC Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: I'm not supposed to be here. Death has come for me more than once, and each time it's been a boy who's stood between me and my final breath. I called him Christopher when he saved me as a child. When he came into my life again, only months ago, I knew him as Wes. Just as he did the time before, he disappeared the moment he made sure I was out of harm's way; as if I didn't need any more saving. This time, though, death left me with a reminder of how powerful it is. I know it meant to strip me of my spirit again, but it failed. Even so, I know I need Wes to survive. Our souls are woven together somehow, our every breath in sync. I feel it, even though everyone says I shouldn't. The world thinks he's missing. His loved ones don't want to believe he's dead. Only I know just how special he is. I'm going to find him and bring him home, where he belongs. Together, we'll face impossible--we'll rewrite our ending. And when the bad guys come calling, we will always win. Members Reviews: Perfect ending to a amazing deep story! A beautiful ending to a amazing two audio book series. It started right off where the book one ended. Joss is determined to get answers and find the boy that makes her breathe. This audio book tugs at your heart and shows you what love, determination and family all mean in one. Joss and Wes story is one I'll never forget. This book answers all the questions book one left you wondering in your thoughts. Joss makes you feel her strength and love. Wes makes you love him and see the boy with a huge heart. No spoilers here better to listen to it not having any glimpse of what happens so you can feel all the twist and turns and shocking details and fall I love with Joss and Wes again. "I loved you" 5/5 stars amazing narration! Perfectly represented the story and made me feel the characters!

Midnight Hour Audiobook by C.C. Hunter

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (C.C. Hunter) — Tue, 25 Oct 2016 20:59:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Midnight Hour Subtitle: A Shadow Falls Novel Author: C.C. Hunter Narrator: Katie Schorr Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 10-25-16 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 75 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: After captivating millions across the globe, the Shadow Falls saga reaches its final - and most unforgettable - chapter yet! Prepare to fall in love all over again. Being a dyslexic witch is a curse in itself, but Miranda Kane's time at Shadow Falls has helped her harness her magical powers. Now, just as she's finally mastered them and is preparing to graduate with her friends, a near-death experience threatens to ruin it all. Miranda awakens in the hospital with a mysterious tattoo that no one can explain. As she struggles to make sense of it - and questions her feelings for a certain irresistible shape-shifter and a hot new guy - the strange markings begin to spread all over her body, leaving her desperate to find answers. But before she can solve that problem, a new one arises: her sister is missing. Has her sister been kidnapped? Miranda will risk her life to find out. Will she live to share the day she's worked so hard for with her friends? When the clock strikes midnight, will Miranda make it to her graduation at Shadow Falls? C. C. Hunter brings The Shadow Falls saga to a spectacular conclusion in this thrilling finale: Midnight Hour! Members Reviews: I'm going to miss this series! I fell in love with this story and it's companion shadow falls. This is the last book in the series and i am going to miss the characters. If you have not started this series I recommend starting from the first shadow falls novel and reading them and the short stories in order suggested on goodreads. What a great series This is a great YA series. I am sorry it to s over. I will listen to this series again and again. I highly recommend this series to anyone YA and older. There are no heavy hot moments but the romance is there. This series is well written and very well narrated. A fantastic ending to an awesome series. I'll miss reading about the adventures of the three Musketeers lol!! Extremely enjoyable to listen to. Thanks

Rocking Kin Audiobook by Terri Anne Browning

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Terri Anne Browning) — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 10:54:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rocking Kin Subtitle: The Lucy & Harris Novella Series, Book 3 Author: Terri Anne Browning Narrator: Angel Goethals, Alexander Cendese Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: From USA Today best-selling author Terri Anne Browning. With one promise her life was changed.... Saying goodbye to my mother also meant saying goodbye to my life in Virginia. After reluctantly making a promise to my mom, I was California bound with the father who I haven't seen since I was four years old. I was miserable living under the same roof as my step-monster and the two step-bitches from hell. My only saving grace? Lucy Thornton, daughter to Demon's Wings' drummer, Jesse Thornton. Without her friendship - and her odd rocker family taking me in as one of their own - I was sure I would have lost my mind after the first week. A blast from her past.... I never thought I would see Jace St. Charles again. Honestly, after the way he'd broken my heart, I would have been just fine without having to see his face for the rest of my life. With Lucy's close friendship with Harris Cutter, owner of the hottest new club in SoCal and Jace's new boss, I was forced to see that damn face often. Forced to see the way every girl seemed to trip over themselves to get close to him. A second chance? Being tossed into one situation after another with Jace made it hard to fight the fact that I wasn't as immune to him as I wanted to be. But, damn it, I was only human and he was hell bent on winning me back. Rocking Kin is the third book in The Lucy & Harris Novella Series. Series listening order: This series can be listened to with or without having listened to The Rocker...Series. This book contains adult language and situations Members Reviews: Kin and Jases story... This third audiobook in this series focused not on Lucy and Harris, as in the first two books, but on her best friend Kin and the man who broke her heart Jase. I enjoyed the story, but I was a little put off by the fact that book 2 stopped in a cliffhanger that doesnt get resolved until boom 4. Otherwise it was a good story and narration was well done. wowza what a story This story is exactly what I wanted. It kept me wanting to hear more even when I had other things to do. I would highly recommend this to anyone and everyone.

Of Neptune Audiobook by Anna Banks

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Anna Banks) — Tue, 13 May 2014 09:17:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Of Neptune Subtitle: Syrena Legacy, Book 3 Author: Anna Banks Narrator: Rebecca Gibel Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 05-13-14 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 175 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Emma and Galen's kingdom - and their love - is threatened by long-lost Syrena in the brilliant conclusion to Anna Banks' best-selling trilogy. Emma, half human and half Syrena, and her Syrena love, Galen, need time together - alone. Away from the kingdoms of Poseidon and Triton. Emma's grandfather, the Poseidon king, suggests the two visit a small town called Neptune. Neptune is home to both Syrena and Half-Breeds alike. But Emma and Galen didn't sign up to be peacemakers between the ocean and the land-dwelling, freshwater Syrena. They didn't bargain for meeting a charming Half-Breed named Reed, who can barely disguise his feelings for Emma. And they especially didn't expect to find themselves in the middle of a power struggle that threatens not only their love but their ocean kingdoms. In this stunning conclusion to her best-selling Syrena Legacy, Anna Banks thrills fans with more action and romance than ever. Members Reviews: That took FOR-EV-ER!!! Too much world building, not enough story. Emma turned in to an absolute IDIOT and the story took forever to develop. Most of the book was spent "setting the scene" rather than telling a story. The vocals were great considering the lack of content. I would not recommend this book to anybody... except maybe my nemesis... I would totally recommend it to him! Captivating to the very end! After the second book you could see how things could be wrapped up...But with this third book, the adventures started all over and this time they were bigger and bolder than before! I loved all the twists and turns. I especially appreciated how the ending was NOT just bluntly severed leaving you feeling unsatisfied. Instead, it was a nice, well explained ending that was beautiful and a very satisfying "close" to the plot. Unexpected route This book seems to be unnecessary. All of sudden the "gift" hasn't just come when needed but is running freely in Neptune. Our hero is missing and no one seems to really look for him for days. Grandpa sends the two into a possibly hostile situation with no warning. Our heroine automatically trusts everyone she meets because they are like them. The story is a little forced. I did not really care for the heroine, but this story made me completely dislike her. I liked the first 2 stories, but just not into this one. Unplanned third edition Any additional comments? This book is entertaining enough if you are looking for a quick, easy read, but if you are a reader who pays attention to the details of the story, then you'll realize that this book is full of flaws, that contradict the first two books, which can detract from the story. awesomeness I loved all three books. this one glued it all together. the love, betrayal, new friendship,etc was awesome

Dare to Kiss Audiobook by S.B. Alexander

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (S.B. Alexander) — Mon, 14 Mar 2016 04:35:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dare to Kiss Subtitle: The Maxwell Series, Book 1 Author: S.B. Alexander Narrator: Amanda Fugate-Moss Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 03-14-16 Publisher: S.B. Alexander Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 55 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Her dreams shattered. Her world destroyed. He can save and heal her.... Only if she dares. Trying to rebuild her life, 17-year-old Lacey Robinson moves from one coast to the other to start over. But the pain and devastation of her past can't be left behind - not after a loss like that. Starting over is always easier said than done.... When Lacey meets the brooding, sexy Kade Maxwell, he just might have the magic touch that awakens her feminine side, and a kiss that erases her worst nightmares. As Lacey begins to heal, her dreams of playing baseball take a turn for the worse - a chauvinistic team captain has other plans. And when Kade comes face-to-face with a violent rival from his past, Lacey's fears and pain resurface, threatening to destroy what they repaired. Together, they must dare to fight, so they can dare to find a future. Members Reviews: Dare to kiss What did you like best about this story? I have really enjoyed listening to this sweet, and short audiobook by S.B. Alexander. This is my first audiobook by this author. I will be listening to book 2. The narration is also great What a great book!!! I absolutely loved it!!! This audiobook was amazing! It has great characters and story line. I'm already looking forward to the next book in this series! It was so hard to put it down once I started listening to it. The narrator did a good job and brought the story to life. Lacey has gone through a lot with the loss of her mom and sister. She moves across the country to start a new life in a new school. She is tough but flashbacks from the night that changed her life keep plaguing her. Kade is a gorgeous boy that is taken aback by Lacey's explosive strong temper. He falls for her and has to work hard to get her attention. He also has some heartache from his own past. Absolutely delightful audiobook. Only of my favorite stories. This audiobook was provided free of charge in exchange for my honest unbiased opinion. A HOME RUN Filled with action, romance, love. Well worth the listen. Fantastic story. Great narrator. Couldn't stop listening. Eagerly waiting for book 2. A fun listen! What made the experience of listening to Dare to Kiss the most enjoyable? I loved the characters and the premise of the book. Its a cool and unusual story with interesting situations and well fleshed out main characters that you care about. What does Amanda Fugate-Moss bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? She has a very pleasant and soothing voice which she adapts well for each character. I particularly enjoyed her interpretations in the dialogue, and could easily visualize the story unfolding. Nicely done! Good book Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? I liked this book but I felt it was a little on the long side. I think all the issues explored in this audio could have been done in less time What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!) I liked the ending. What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike? I liked the performer well enough, but I needed a little more emotion on the other characters. I liked the emotionless voice in Lacey because it went with her character. I felt the narrator paused a little too much in between characters. Any additional comments? I liked the character of Lacey. She was strong in her own way.

Crush Audiobook by Nicole Williams

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Nicole Williams) — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 18:26:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Crush Subtitle: Crash Trilogy, Book 3 Author: Nicole Williams Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 04-23-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 73 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The conclusion to the Crash trilogy, never before published in any format! A football fantasy. A giant diamond. The modern-day Romeo and Juliet are taking their relationship to the next level.... Jude and Lucy are happily engaged, but that doesn't mean life's a bed of roses. Once again, the hottest couple around is torn apart, this time by football training and a summer job. Now it's Jude with the trust issues. Will Lucy's life-changing news bring them back together or end their relationship for good? Can love triumph forever? Find out in the best installment yet in Nicole Williams' racy and romantic Crash trilogy! Members Reviews: SPOILERS After listening to all 3 books, I went from being weary about Jude to loathing Lucy. What on earth was wrong with her? She became a whiny little hypocritical brat. She was a TINY bit redeemed in the epilogue. But in the last two books (Clash & Crush) I just wanted to slap her across the face and tell her to wake up. She was taking for granted and even using what SO many people would kill for! I know I certainly would, cuz by all standards, Jude Ryder is THE most perfect being I have ever seen, or rather heard! ;) If my husband was even a sliver of what Jude is I would never be sad a day in my life. So though I loved the books, and the trilogy, Lucy got extremely annoying to the point sometimes where I didn't even want to listen anymore. I feel as though the books would have been equally as good, if not better, had Lucy been a little less immature and a lot more grateful. I've Got A Book Crush This is the ending to a wonderful love story, part of a well developed new adult series with a swoon worthy hero (I think I have a crush!), strong heroine, tension, love and the requisite personal growth of the genre. It really was the very best story, imperfections and all, and leaves off with a sweet ending. Definitely recommend reading the full series. Good ending...but Lucy kinda almost ruined it... Lucy almost ruined it... Yes you are pissed..but come on... seriously... just deal... She almost ruined it for Jude... I almost got really really pissed at her myself. I am glad this story ended the way it did. I feel like I went on a journey with both of these character. Williams did a great job with this series. I a litte nervous to listen/read anymore of her books though b/c of the long long long journey you go on with the characters... I tend to like much more of a quicker smexing reality for my characters... but still great!

(Un)wise Audiobook by Melissa Haag

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Melissa Haag) — Mon, 15 Feb 2016 19:13:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: (Un)wise Subtitle: Judgement of the Six, Book 3 Author: Melissa Haag Narrator: Dana Dae Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 02-15-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 83 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: The dreams start, and Bethi's very normal life goes down the toilet. She soon realizes the dreams are actually memories from past lives...and not just hers. She sees the lives of other women like her. The recalled memories follow the same terrifying pattern: Dog-men chase her, and she sees her eventual tormented death. Learning from the past, Bethi sets out to find a way to live this time around. The dreams hint at an answer. She needs to be strong enough to find it or die...again. Members Reviews: Pretty good I didn't like her as well as the others... well, except her fighting ability.. which was a bit far fetched.

Emmy & Oliver Audiobook by Robin Benway

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robin Benway) — Tue, 23 Jun 2015 00:27:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Emmy & Oliver Author: Robin Benway Narrator: Phoebe Strole Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 06-23-15 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 81 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Emmy and Oliver were going to be best friends forever, or maybe even more, before their futures were ripped apart. In Emmy's soul, despite the space and time between them, their connection has never been severed. But is their story still written in the stars? Or are their hearts like the pieces of two different puzzles - impossible to fit together? Emmy just wants to be in charge of her own life.... She wants to stay out late, surf her favorite beach - go anywhere without her parents' relentless worrying. But Emmy's parents can't seem to let her grow up - not since the day Oliver disappeared. Oliver needs a moment to figure out his heart.... He'd thought, all these years, that his dad was the good guy. He never knew that it was his father who had kidnapped him and kept him on the run. Discovering it and finding himself returned to his old hometown all at once has his heart racing and his thoughts swirling. Listeners who love Sarah Dessen will devour this program with hearts in throats as Emmy and Oliver struggle to face the messy, confusing consequences of Oliver's father's crime. Full of romance, coming-of-age emotion, and heartache, these two equally compelling characters create an unforgettable story. Members Reviews: A Love that withstood an unknown distance in time If you could sum up Emmy & Oliver in three words, what would they be? Coming of Age Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? There were moments in this book that definitely made me laugh. Even though there are points in this book that really tug at your heart strings because of the books topic, the characters find the humor in finding one another again and getting to know who they have become as individuals and friends Any additional comments? This book was cute. I expected more of a romance between Emmy and Oliver, but in a way I am glad there wasn't. This would be a great book for a young teen. It is about loss of a friend, finding ones friend, and getting to know the people they have become and the hardships of a teen thinking most of his life he was abandoned to find out he was abducted by his other parent. Emmy and Oliver do form a tighter than friendship bond, but there is nothing sexual in this book that would make in inappropriate for a teenage girl looking for a book to crush on. Good book! its really a predictable love story... but still a good story. I enjoyed reading this book.

Unbreakable Audiobook by C.C. Hunter

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (C.C. Hunter) — Thu, 02 Oct 2014 11:50:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unbreakable Author: C.C. Hunter Narrator: Katie Schorr Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 10-02-14 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 65 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: When a rogue gang of supernatural creatures causes havoc near the Shadow Falls camp, Della Tsang is ordered to investigate with her partner and almost-boyfriend Chase. But things with Chase are confusing. Forbidden to be together by both the Vampire Council and FRU, Della is determined to push all personal issues aside and focus on the case. No boys, no family, no lingering questions about her own past. But sometimes you can't separate your personal life from your professional, especially when you're a vampire. Members Reviews: wrong I have listened to the entire series, purchased the right title, right author. it's the wrong book when I listened to it

Under Rose-Tainted Skies Audiobook by Louise Gornall

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Louise Gornall) — Tue, 03 Jan 2017 12:13:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Under Rose-Tainted Skies Author: Louise Gornall Narrator: Phoebe Strole Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 01-03-17 Publisher: Listening Library Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 55 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Norah has agoraphobia and OCD. When groceries are left on the porch, she can't step out to get them. Struggling to snag the bags with a stick, she meets Luke. He's sweet and funny, and he just caught her fishing for groceries. Because of course he did. Norah can't leave the house, but can she let someone in? As their friendship grows deeper, Norah realizes Luke deserves a normal girl. One who can lie on the front lawn and look up at the stars. One who isn't so screwed up. Listeners themselves will fall in love with Norah in this poignant, humorous, and deeply engaging portrait of a teen struggling to find the strength to face her demons. Members Reviews: Perfection Great story! Perfect Narration! Great story! Perfect Narration! Great story! Perfect Narration! A must read Mental Health book! #OwnVoices

Iron's Prophecy Audiobook by Julie Kagawa

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Julie Kagawa) — Sat, 01 Sep 2012 15:33:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Iron's Prophecy Author: Julie Kagawa Narrator: Khristine Hvam Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-12 Publisher: Harlequin Books S.A. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 470 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: Meghan Chase is finally getting used to being the Iron Queen, ruler of the Iron Fey. Her life may be strange, but with former Winter prince Ash by her side at last, she wouldn't have it any other way. But when they travel to the Summer and Winter courts' gathering for Elysium, the oracle from Meghan's past returns with a dire prophecy: "What you carry will either unite the courts, or it will destroy them." Now Meghan faces a devastating choice that may determine the future of all fey - and her and Ash's unborn child.... A novella from Julie Kagawa's bestselling Iron Fey series. Members Reviews: Wonderful What did you love best about Iron's Prophecy? I loved it and am looking forward to the next book. She brought back Puk and Ash. Who was your favorite character and why? Razer, a small gremlin who is a pet of of the prince. He is a bundle of fun and loves sheep. I love it when he says "Bad Kitty!" What does Khristine Hvam bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? The way he does the voices. And Razer "Bad kitty!" again loved it. Any additional comments? I didn't read the book before this one so I had no idea that that the lead charters were related. It made the story more interesting as I tried to figure out who Kerin was.. short 2 important facts revealed I still don't like these short little blurb books. they seem like a way to generate quick income. you don't get much out of them and they should just be included in the next book. Good for all ages My 13yr old daughter and I have loved listening to this series together. It's fun for all ages. Too short Needed something more, way too short Nothing new is discussed from about the first ten minutes on. Pretty lame. A The in between Enjoyable tale between tales. Most memorable moments are of the iron queen's shows of strength in the wishing tree and dreaming pool sequences.

Hybrid Audiobook by Bethany Wicker

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Bethany Wicker) — Fri, 28 Jul 2017 08:47:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hybrid Subtitle: Aluna Series, Book 3 Author: Bethany Wicker Narrator: Beth Stewart Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 07-28-17 Publisher: Bethany Wicker Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: A peace that won't last. An exciting adventure that has its risks. And a new enemy on the horizon. Now that she's settled into her Aluna title, a whole new adventure calls to Lena. She discovers she's expecting and she and Kane couldn't be happier. The bad thing, she can no longer shift into her wolf form. With an overprotective mate, Lena shouldn't have to worry about not being able to shift. But, as usual, the peace doesn't last. Now, there's a new enemy on the horizon. A group of werewolf hunters that call themselves the Order. They want to take advantage of Lena's debilitated state and destroy their pack, which is now considered to be the strongest one in the nation. It's hard to recognize friend from foe amongst the hunters, so what does this mean for the ones who live with them? Members Reviews: Happy to finish the series A well deserved happy ending. Selena and her pack face a new threat and it feels like the stakes are raised to new heights. Adding to the drama is Selena's inability to join the fight due to her pregnancy (not a spoiler it's literally revealed in the first paragraph). This trilogy will lead you on a whirlwind of emotion but in the end you will smile. If you're looking for a pure escape into the land of super natural I highly recommend this series. All the loose ends were neatly tied together, leaving me (the reader) completely satisfied. Without giving away any spoilers I was happy to have a certain old character return to the mix and sad to see others go. If you are a fan of the YA genre you should read this series. Great ending to a great series Great ending to a great series! I love the way the story has built from book to book. If you are looking for a series to get lost in, this is a good one. U go girl this book is great and the other to are great when is the next book going to come out ! This is a great book about love loss and hybrids Its a must read as well as the other two And I can't Wait till the next one Action Packed and Awesome I've never been a devotee of werewolf stories, but I regardless found this series to be very entertaining. Bethany Wicker's writing has gotten better and better as the series has progressed, and this trilogy-capper sent the series out pretty much exactly how I wanted it. At the end of Aluna, our heroine Lena discovered she was pregnant with Kane's child. Of course, being a werewolf, things are a little more complicated - namely, she can't shift into her wolf form, because doing so would harm her unborn child. And so, on top of having to deal with a way-overprotective Kane, their hunter friends being infiltrated by agents of The Order, and the brewing final battle with those who would see all werewolves "cured" or destroyed, Lena has a lot on her plate. This series has been action-packed and not overly long, which makes every book a quick, easy read. If you love werewolf stories (or dark fantasy in general), then read The Aluna series! your pregnancy will never be like hers. See We all thought being pregnant was difficult for the average person. Well, it's a whole other ball game when you're a shifter. Lena is having a baby, something that is exciting and joyous and ... puts her in danger? Yeah, your pregnancy will never be like hers.

The Vincent Boys Audiobook by Abbi Glines

bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Abbi Glines) — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 00:46:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/816/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vincent Boys Author: Abbi Glines Narrator: Kirby Heyborne, Shayna Thibodeaux Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 12-18-12 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: Teens, Romance & Friendship Publisher's Summary: There was something wicked about Beau that drew me to him. What was wrong with me? Why did I want to sin so badly? Ashton is getting tired of being good, of impressing her parents and playing ideal girlfriend to Sawyer Vincent. Sawyer is perfect, a regular Prince Charming, but when he leaves town for the summer, its his cousin Beau who catches Ashtons eye. Beau is the sexiest guy shes ever seen, and even though hes dangerous, Ashton is drawn to him. Beau loves his cousin like a brother, so the last thing he wants to do is make a move on Sawyers girl. Ashton is off-limits, absolutely. Thats why he does his best to keep his distance, even though hes been in love with her forever. When Ashton wants to rekindle their childhood friendship in Sawyers absence, Beau knows he should say no. Ashton and Beau dont want to hurt Sawyer. But the more they try to stay away from each other, the more intense their urges become. Its getting way too hard to resist.... Members Reviews: YA Love Triangle that Works The Vincent Boys is a coming of age romance set in small town Alabama, the summer before the hero & heroine's senior year. I liked it for a variety of reasons, the first of which is that it's a good story with strong characters in Beau, Ashton and Sawyer. Beau and Ashton's romance is the primary focus, naturally, but Beau's relationship with Sawyer, Ashton's friendship with both, Ashton's values as a daughter of the local Baptist minister and Beau's relationship of the local barmaid are just a few of the meaty subplots. None of these felt unnatural, rushed or a distraction to the main story. The only piece of the story that did make me uncomfortable is that Beau and Ashton first take up while her boyfriend, Sawyer, is camping with his family. (That's not a spoiler, it's the big point of the first third of the book.) I'm not a fan of cheating and especially here. I almost couldn't finish the story. After putting it aside a couple of times, I was glad I finished it - there's a really satisfying ending and a solid set up for the sequel (Sawyer's story). I listened to The Vincent Boys as an Audible book (this review is posted on Goodreads, Amazon & my blog). The narrators were a mixed bag for me, with the female narrator (Shayna Thibodeaux) doing a fabulous job and the male (Kirby Heyborn), not so much. To be fair, some of the other reviewers having the opposite response - sample the book on Audible before you buy. I even liked Ms Thibodeaux's narration of male voices better than Mr Heyborn's but the story's changing POVs required two narrators. I'd be willing to listen to other books narrated by Ms Thibodeaux. Both narrate the sequel, The Vincent Brothers, and I plan on listening to it as well. YA is not normally my thing but I like Abbi Glines and wanted to give the series a whirl. I'm giving it a 4 star write up, because it's so well written, even if it's not entirely my cuppa tea. There's a lot of references to sex, but not much action (they ARE in high school, after all, and Ashton is a preacher's daughter) and very little profanity.