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    Sheets 10-07-10
    Sheets 10-07-10
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    "Couldn't get into the story"

    Narration is fine. Loved the southern accent. I just couldn't finish the story. Sorry Mr. Burke.

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    stephen Atlanta, GA, United States 08-30-10
    stephen Atlanta, GA, United States 08-30-10 Member Since 2017
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    "Thoroughly Enjoyed"

    This was my 2nd James Lee Burke Novel and I am now on my 4th one. I like this one, however two out of the other three were almost as good. What I liked about this book was the authors editorial on New Orleans and Louisiana as the background or rather the primer to the story surrounding Katrina and life in Louisiana following that storm. While the author did not pull any punches concerning the nations response he was equally fair in his assessment of the local preparedness and reaction to the devastation. The story's pace was captivating and I have enjoyed "Glass" and "Swan" almost as much as this selection and after 40 audible selections Will Patton definitely stands out as one of the very best narrators.

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    E. Pringle Washington, DC 08-15-10
    E. Pringle Washington, DC 08-15-10 Member Since 2003
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    "Perfect!"

    This is everything and audio book should be. First, it is a brilliantly written book. Second, Will Patton's narration, from pacing to characterization. Third, get it, you won't regret it.

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    C. Brown Columbus, OH USA 08-09-10
    C. Brown Columbus, OH USA 08-09-10 Member Since 2017
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    "Wonderful"

    This is my second Burke/Robicheaux novel...and I liked it even better than the first. Burke has a beautiful writing style that communicates the scenes as well as the characters...and the incredibly tragic background of NOLA in the days of Katrina and Rita provides a rich setting for the story. Will Patton is again a revelation. He was good with the other book, and even better with this one. His voice characterization for Clete is absolutely amazing, and all the other characters are very solid, too. An absolutely engaging story.

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    Chuck New Albany, OH, United States 08-09-10
    Chuck New Albany, OH, United States 08-09-10 Member Since 2017
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    "Wonderful"

    This is my second Burke/Robicheaux novel...and I liked it even better than the first. Burke has a beautiful writing style that communicates the scenes as well as the characters...and the incredibly tragic background of NOLA in the days of Katrina and Rita provides a rich setting for the story. Will Patton is again a revelation. He was good with the other book, and even better with this one. His voice characterization for Clete is absolutely amazing, and all the other characters are very solid, too. An absolutely engaging story.

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    Amazon Customer 07-13-10
    Amazon Customer 07-13-10 Member Since 2009
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    "The Tin Roof Blowdown"

    This book, as narrated by Will Patton, has been undoubtedly the most enjoyable and gripping book to listen to since The Anasazi Boys. Mr. Patton's vocal characterizations bring the book to life in ways few other narrators can. The setting is the Big "Sleezy" as opposed to the Big Easy as New Orleans is often fondly referred to, but during the devastation of hurricanes Katrina and Rita. The intense pain of the destruction of this unique city comes through the writing, but only adds to the desperation of the characters engaged in their struggle to survive, protect family, find redemption and justice in the face of horrific crimes. I can't wait to hear it again and again.

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    Geri Henricksen 06-22-10
    Geri Henricksen 06-22-10
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    "The Tin Roof Blowdown"

    James Lee Burke nails it again! Great read!

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    Anonymous 06-18-10
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    "The Big Easy"

    You can hear St James Infirmary, you can taste the po boys at Mothers - a great fictional story that feels like it did / could happen.

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    Susie Bright 05-09-10
    Susie Bright 05-09-10 Member Since 2017
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    "Patton Really Delivers Burke's Style..."

    You Feel Like You're There. If you love Burke's gothic thrillers, you'll love Wil Patton's dirty cop. Yum.

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    Tom Wichita, KS, United States 10-14-09
    Tom Wichita, KS, United States 10-14-09 Member Since 2016
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    "Must read"

    Not only an excellent read but a very important work for our time.

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