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    Linda Matthews, NC, United States 05-28-12
    Linda Matthews, NC, United States 05-28-12 Member Since 2012
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    "Catch as Catch Can"

    A demon named Catch that can be seen by most only in his "eating" form, an accidental and reluctant demon keeper, the salt-seeking king of the Djinn choosing Augustus Brine as his knight errant, flour explosions as invisible quarry tracking strategy (saw that on "Alphas" on TV last year as well), uneasy romance and murder -- it is a quirky cast. The book is entertaining in a frequently clever and occasionally vulgar sort of way. The demon may be the most rational of all. Good listen...

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    Walter Valley Village, CA, United States 03-27-12
    Walter Valley Village, CA, United States 03-27-12 Member Since 2011

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    "Mildly amusing"
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    My fourth Moore, and not his best. I bought it for comic relief, but no guffaws here--droll, no more. I've seen the pieces before: the California coastal town with its cast of characters, the Demon from Hell who blends the ancient with American pop culture (think the stupid angel in Lamb), etc. A too-tidy ending. Mildly amusing, no more.

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    Karen Grinnell, IA, United States 02-21-12
    Karen Grinnell, IA, United States 02-21-12 Member Since 2009
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    "Not my favorite Christopher Moore, but still fun."

    I love Christopher Moore stories, the way he tells a great story and adds an element of the absurd. This was a good, easy listen. He has written some better stories, however, this was still fun. I loved he voice used for the demon. One of the reasons I like to read Moore's stories are that they are just fun and provides a few hours of escape. The characters are always so unique and intriguing. This one had some great characters as well, including the demon and provided a few hours of fun.

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    CHASE New Paltz, NY, United States 02-21-12
    CHASE New Paltz, NY, United States 02-21-12 Member Since 2012
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    "A good beginning to Moore's style"
    If you could sum up Practical Demonkeeping in three words, what would they be?

    A good beginning to Moore's style. Very funny. Story lacks form in the middle.


    Would you recommend Practical Demonkeeping to your friends? Why or why not?

    Yes, Funny lite reading.


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

    No, But he was great.


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    Jermaine Stroudsburg, PA, United States 02-13-12
    Jermaine Stroudsburg, PA, United States 02-13-12 Member Since 2009
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    "Read This"
    What did you love best about Practical Demonkeeping?

    Loved the book

    It was funny, the characters were very interesting, and the story (background and all) was great.


    Which character – as performed by Oliver Wyman – was your favorite?

    The King of the Djin


    Any additional comments?

    I would love it if there was a sequal/prequal. Its, just one of those stories that has sooo many possibilities.

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    Lisa Miami, FL, United States 12-31-11
    Lisa Miami, FL, United States 12-31-11 Member Since 2005
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    "Ridiculous and fantastic!"
    What was one of the most memorable moments of Practical Demonkeeping?

    This book's odd cast of characters are likeable and the lighthearted and absurd plot is an easy and entertaining read.


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

    Wyman is my favorite performer - there are a lot of characters in this story and his voices are unique enough that it doesn't get confusing. His demon voice is the best!


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    kellee las vegas, NV, United States 08-30-11
    kellee las vegas, NV, United States 08-30-11 Member Since 2010
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    "Two thumbs up!"

    I liked it. Maybe in the top 5 of my Christopher Moore "likes." :-) I would recommend this one.

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    Jessica Lowell, IN, United States 06-29-11
    Jessica Lowell, IN, United States 06-29-11 Member Since 2004
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    "Entertaining"

    It kept me entertained for the time I needed to kill...Christopher Moore is always a good read, but some of his others are better.

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    cheryl las vegas, NV, United States 03-02-11
    cheryl las vegas, NV, United States 03-02-11 Member Since 2005
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    "Hilarious"

    As always moore is hilarious, edgy and fun. Dont miss this book or for that matter any christopher moore books. Laugh out loud funny.

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    fred solon, OH, United States 09-23-10
    fred solon, OH, United States 09-23-10 Member Since 2005
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    "Christopher Moore fans will like it"

    I listened to four Chris Moore books prior to this Demonkeeping...can you tell I like the guy? Once again he weaves an unimaginable tale of kooky, sometimes creepy and definitely original characters. The reader does a great job of stamping each of them with a distinctive voice. Spoiler: there is a nice ending...but as a Moore fan you would expect it. Due to shorter length Demonkeeping is a good intro to the author and a nice pick me up if you're looking for some familiar frivolity. Some PG-13+ but nothing terrible.

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