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    Steven Mueller Kansas City, MO 10-20-12
    Steven Mueller Kansas City, MO 10-20-12 Member Since 2012
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    "Damn near realistic"
    Would you listen to The Scarecrow again? Why?

    Yes, feel like I could have missed a few key points - its gripping and you get caught up in the moment at times.


    Which character – as performed by Peter Giles – was your favorite?

    Carver


    If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

    Scarecrow - cant do better than that, it fits perfect.


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    Thomas 10-18-12
    Thomas 10-18-12
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    "Boring!"
    What disappointed you about The Scarecrow?

    Not the author's fault that I was bored, just chose the wrong story for me. I need more action than what is produced at a newspaper office.


    What was most disappointing about Michael Connelly’s story?

    Story moved too slowly, and was largely uninteresting. Again, it's MY view, not a recommendation to others to avoid it....you may find it riveting.


    How did the narrator detract from the book?

    Flat tone, sounded like he was reading from a script. The main character was plain vanilla.


    If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from The Scarecrow?

    I'd cut the whole book and write about something else.


    Any additional comments?

    I made it about 75% thru the book, had to quit. There was this fly crawling up a drape which was more fascinating.

    YOU might enjoy this type of murder mystery. I didn't. Not saying the writer is bad....other works are better. (This narrator, however, should find another line of work.)

    Boring story + boring narrator = waste of 1 credit.

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    Michael Weston, MA, United States 10-17-12
    Michael Weston, MA, United States 10-17-12
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    "Great Backgrounds, Interesting Characters"

    There have been a couple of good stories set in and around the newsrooms of dying newspapers. I find it a sad and very interesting topic, and it's a naturally convincing place to put investigators. In this case the basic locations are a Los Angeles newspapers and some good Silicon Valley tech stuff. The characters are believable and appealing, the villains sufficiently menacing and horrible. The narration is very good. Tension is high. FBI lore is well handled. I really liked the characters and am hoping for a sequel.

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    Susan Kennesaw, GA, United States 10-09-12
    Susan Kennesaw, GA, United States 10-09-12 Member Since 2016
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    "Connelly rocks again!"
    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    If you like excitement and a "can't turn it off" listen, this book is for you.


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

    Always


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    Michael Las Cruces, NM, United States 10-08-12
    Michael Las Cruces, NM, United States 10-08-12 Listener Since 2009
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    "Great as always"
    Would you listen to The Scarecrow again? Why?

    No, Mystery are not the same if youa laready know the ending


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

    very much


    Which character – as performed by Peter Giles – was your favorite?

    Jack McIvoy. glad to see him back, After The Poet I wondered if he would show up again.


    If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

    Jack is back


    Any additional comments?

    Great read

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    Grace Memphis, TN, United States 10-08-12
    Grace Memphis, TN, United States 10-08-12
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    "Once again Micheal Connely hit a home run!!"
    If you could sum up The Scarecrow in three words, what would they be?

    Incredibly well written


    What other book might you compare The Scarecrow to and why?

    The Poet. Both kept you on the edge of your virtual seat until the end. There were lots of twists and turns that kept you guessing throughout the entire book. I could not put it down!!


    What about Peter Giles’s performance did you like?

    He brought the characters to life, gave them personality.


    If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

    Beware of the Scarecrow.........he knows all, sees all, and can destroy all


    Any additional comments?

    I'm a big Connely fan and like always I wasn't disappointed.

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    Compute 10-08-12
    Compute 10-08-12 Member Since 2014
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    "Great Read!"

    I love Michael Connelly and this book doesn’t disappoint. Michael tells the story about Jack McEvoy, a newspaper reporter who has gotten the boot from his newspaper, and to add insult to injury, he is to train his replacement. Stinging from this, he decides to end his career with the company with a bang. The story starts strong and continues to the end, giving the reader satisfaction and intrigue throughout. This was one book that for some reason I put off reading, but when I did, I was more than satisfied. A thoroughly good read.

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    David Stewart Titusville, FL USA 10-02-12
    David Stewart Titusville, FL USA 10-02-12 Member Since 2012
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    "The Scarecrow - High-Tech Serial Killer"
    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    Yes. It flows smoothly.


    What other book might you compare The Scarecrow to and why?

    The Poet. Same author, same protagonist, similar theme.


    What about Peter Giles’s performance did you like?

    Good characterization.


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

    No. I listen in the car going from one place to another.


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    debi 09-25-12
    debi 09-25-12 Member Since 2017
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    "Micheal Connelly is always great!"
    If you could sum up The Scarecrow in three words, what would they be?

    great, great, great


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

    not necessarily kept me to the edge of my seat but I have also never been sorry for buying Micheal Connely books!!


    Any additional comments?

    If you like mysteries this is one to listen to as Micheal Connely always comes through!

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    Vicki Poelman 09-10-12
    Vicki Poelman 09-10-12 Member Since 2015
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    "Terrible Language"
    What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?

    I have listened to many of Michael Connelly stories, and frankly enjoyed all of them. However, call me a prude, but why do we have to listen to the F* word continuously. Has our society diminished so that this is now common practice. I heard a report lately that professionals who are using this kind of language are less than successful people. It does not enhance the story. There are many good writers out there that do very well with out this kind of language.


    Would you ever listen to anything by Michael Connelly again?

    NO


    How could the performance have been better?

    I wish there was a filter so I could choose to eliminate the F* word out of the story, which is never needed.


    What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment?

    Disappointment and anger at having this word in my ear.


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