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    Jennifer G. Palomaki Long Beach CA 12-25-12
    Jennifer G. Palomaki Long Beach CA 12-25-12 Member Since 2012

    Jen in So Cal

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    "Not the worst, but certainly not his best"
    Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

    Yes. The story kept momentum.


    What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!)

    The good guys win - they always do with a Reacher story.


    What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike?

    I think it was the recording of the performance by Dick Hill. Mr. Hill's reading of the story, his moderate Russian accents were well executed, but I think the tonal quality could have been enhanced a bit more. It sounded a bit tin-ny, even with a new set of Sony Earphones.


    If this book were a movie would you go see it?

    No.


    Any additional comments?

    How in this world could they have cast Tom Cruise as a blonde 230 pound 6'5" Jack Reacher?

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    Deborah Modesto, CA, United States 12-06-12
    Deborah Modesto, CA, United States 12-06-12 Member Since 2009
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    "One of the best Reacher books in the series!"
    What made the experience of listening to One Shot the most enjoyable?

    Dick Hill's style of narrating brings this fast-paced Jack Reacher book to life.


    Any additional comments?

    One of Lee Child's best!

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    Michael Mallernee Orange County, CA 11-29-12
    Michael Mallernee Orange County, CA 11-29-12 Member Since 2012

    MPM

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    "On the Edge"
    What did you love best about One Shot?

    This Novel pulls you to the edge of you seat and keeps you there. All of Reacher Novels are well written and hen Dick Hill narrates you get great voices and convincing emotions threw his reading.


    What was one of the most memorable moments of One Shot?

    The opening chapters where the gun man kills his victims. The way this sets up the story keeps you guessing who really did it all the way until the end.


    Have you listened to any of Dick Hill’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

    I have listened to all the Reacher novels, and a few other Dick Hill narratives. He is one of the best.


    Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

    A few as with all if the Reacher novels.


    Any additional comments?

    A great series, can't wait for the movie. Don't like Tom for Reacher but his lack of physical likeness will be overcome by Toms intensity and great action and acting.

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    Lyle Pincher Creek, AB, Canada 11-19-12
    Lyle Pincher Creek, AB, Canada 11-19-12 Member Since 2009
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    "Good twists"

    Reacher does it again. Even though the conclusion was a bit wimpy and some of the antics of dodging bullets seems unreal.

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    Kate Glendale, CA, United States 11-13-12
    Kate Glendale, CA, United States 11-13-12 Member Since 2009
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    "Kept me listening to the end."
    If you’ve listened to books by Lee Child before, how does this one compare?

    This story had an interesting premise and I wanted to know how it worked itself out. It's a Jack Reacher novel. He is an interesting character. I'm not sure what's missing for me but I keep trying to really love this series, but am unable to. I recently read one and I liked reading it better than listening. I know several folks who love this series.


    Would you be willing to try another one of Dick Hill’s performances?

    I think Dick Hill does fine with the male voices. However, all the women sound a bit dumb and like they have a New Jersey accent or something. I found the pacing of their voices odd and hard to differentiate and always on the same level: same inflection, slow, and after a short period of time, annoying.


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    Eric Westland, MI, United States 10-30-12
    Eric Westland, MI, United States 10-30-12 Member Since 2010
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    "I'm glad they made this one into a movie"

    I've read a few Reacher novels, but this one stood out as being particularly good.

    I am somewhat fascinated with the skills and mindset of a military trained sniper. This book delvs into that field. Would a soldier with this training use it on his own, especially if he wasn't able to in a military operation?

    Reacher gets involved in an investigation that has overwhelming evidence against the suspect in custody, and he wants to make sure he gets put away for good. The suspect gets beaten in prison to the point of a coma and then amnesia, so he cant defend himself. Questions and irregularities that only Reacher can see are too much to ignore though.

    It's a good investigative storyline that kept me interested, and he also kicks some ass.

    I look forward to the movie...but 5'5" Cruise as 6'5" Reacher sounds like a stretch...We'll see.

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    Debbie Tehachapi, CA, United States 10-10-12
    Debbie Tehachapi, CA, United States 10-10-12 Member Since 2010
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    "love this series"

    i am really enjoying this series with jack reacher. sure in certain parts there are some either slow spots or over explanations but i am enjoying them and have recommended them to my friends

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    Deena Rancho Mirage, US, Canada 10-01-12
    Deena Rancho Mirage, US, Canada 10-01-12 Member Since 2010
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    "love reacher!"
    If you could sum up One Shot in three words, what would they be?

    wordy but descriptive


    Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

    as usual, you don't really know what's going on till the end which I like. COuld have had a bit more character building for the other players but the voice was great.


    What does Dick Hill bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

    Dick Hill is a great narrator, with great voice inflection and good with the different genders too. I always like his reading.


    Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

    not really


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    Kenneth Roswell, GA, United States 09-25-12
    Kenneth Roswell, GA, United States 09-25-12 Member Since 2012
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    "Top Jack Reacher"
    If you could sum up One Shot in three words, what would they be?

    Fun easy listen


    Who was your favorite character and why?

    Jack Reacher remains both charismatic and a dark figure.


    Which character – as performed by Dick Hill – was your favorite?

    Dick Hill covers the spectrum of characters. No favorite, yet he makes them all believable.


    Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

    No. Have never had the time to do that.


    Any additional comments?

    Childs style lends well to the audio mode.

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    Nyoka Brownstown, MI, United States 09-24-12
    Nyoka Brownstown, MI, United States 09-24-12 Member Since 2011

    Nyoka Mullins

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    "Kept my interest"

    I have enjoyed all 3 of the series by Lee Child, Love Reicher......guess that's how you spell it....

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