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    Miss Nan tucson, AZ, United States 02-05-14
    Miss Nan tucson, AZ, United States 02-05-14 Member Since 2018
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    "Predictable"
    Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

    Not really worth the time. Was not the captivating. After reading the Passage books this one was boring and ordinary.

    I will not be getting the last 2 books.


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    Jane United States 02-03-14
    Jane United States 02-03-14 Member Since 2011
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    "Different in a good way!"

    I really liked this book. It was another end of the world as we know it scenerio, but I liked the EMP caused it. Can't wait for book 2.

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    Amazon Customer 01-30-14
    Amazon Customer 01-30-14
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    "Watch your volume!"
    What did you like best about Ashes? What did you like least?

    From the begining the narrator sounded as if she was yelling the entire story. When I adjusted the volume, the way she spoke and her intonation still gave the impression of yelling.


    How did the narrator detract from the book?

    See above


    Any additional comments?

    I will avoid this narrator from now on.

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    Garry Cannington, Australia 12-25-13
    Garry Cannington, Australia 12-25-13 Member Since 2014
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    "Very different and somewhat disturbing."
    What did you love best about Ashes?

    It is a good story, I felt for the characters


    What do you think the narrator could have done better?

    Less shouting, I do like a narrator that gets into the performance and this is done very well by Katherine Kellgren but there was times I had to turn down the volume or take the headphones from the ears as the shouting/acting was just too loud.


    Any additional comments?

    This is a very different view of an apocalyptic event and aftermath and one that seemed possible yet left me a little wanting. I will listen to book 2 and see what develops. Which in many ways is what a author should do.

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    James Rockland, MA., United States 09-25-12
    James Rockland, MA., United States 09-25-12 Member Since 2007
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    "Not for the faint of heart."
    If you could sum up Ashes in three words, what would they be?

    Brutal, intriguing, and exhausting. You don't realized that you ran a marathon until you take a breath, then you seen how long you been on this book.


    What did you like best about this story?

    The suspense keeps me hooked. I find myself reacting physically to the action in the story.


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

    She was fine. I forgot she was reading through most of it.


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

    I had a hard time not listening to this in one sitting.


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    Erin AUSTIN, TX, United States 09-03-12
    Erin AUSTIN, TX, United States 09-03-12 Member Since 2012
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    "Hated the ending but enjoyed the journey."
    Would you consider the audio edition of Ashes to be better than the print version?

    Katherine Kellgren seemed to be yelling at times, and it was a bit distracting. I had to keep turning the audio up and down because my ears got tired.


    What other book might you compare Ashes to and why?

    I enjoyed Gone by Michael Grant more than Ashes.


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

    This is the first time I have heard Katherine Kellgren read and at tmes she seemed very aggitated and that was distracting.


    Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

    This book is fast moving and hard to put down. Wish the ending lived up to the build up.


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    angelrbb Burleson, TX 08-23-12
    angelrbb Burleson, TX 08-23-12 Member Since 2015
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    "One of the Best Narrators I've Ever Heard"
    What made the experience of listening to Ashes the most enjoyable?

    The story itself was pretty good although the idea of an EMP and zombies seems a bit like overkill. However, the narrator of this story really brought a sense of urgency and intensity to the scenes, which really made this a great listen.


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

    I haven't listened to any of her other performances, but I definitely plan to in the future.


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    SYLVIA 07-09-12
    SYLVIA 07-09-12
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    "A great story-appealing even if you don't like Z's"
    Any additional comments?

    I was surprised at how wonderful this book is. I sure hope that it is indeed just book one....eagerly awaiting the next in the series. Narration was good too.

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    Toni Popp 06-21-12
    Toni Popp 06-21-12 Member Since 2016
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    "got Xanax?!?"

    The Narrator needs to take a chill pill...I agree with wanting to add some drama but you don't need to SKREEEEEEEECH at people...UGH!! The only thing that got me through was when she softened her voice for other characters.
    That being said (by many people!) I really liked the story! She did a great job with the "ending"...as soon as it was over i ran to my pc to download the next book...I couldn't wait! I was SO bummed when i found out it wasn't out yet!! However...now that i've calmed down i know i will wait until other people listen to it first to find out if she stopped SKREECHING...if not i will read the book.

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    Kindle Customer 06-01-12
    Kindle Customer 06-01-12
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    "The Best Zombie Apocalypse Novel!"
    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    I would recommend this audiobook to strangers on the street! It is fast-paced, thrilling, and terryfing with the perfect spice of a love triangle that is totally believable, even though there are zombies and pheremon dog connections with the protagonist!


    What was one of the most memorable moments of Ashes?

    I love Chris! So, I would have to say the most memorable moment for me was at the very end, when Alex is riding the horse and trying to leave Rule and Chris is chasing her screaming for her to stop! She doesn't know what she is doing! Another memorable moment would be her fight with the three zombie-kids to save Tom while he is in-capacitated on the gas station floor.


    What about Katherine Kellgren’s performance did you like?

    She was great! Katherine did an excellent job, especially with her Tom and Chris voice! I was very impressed!!


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

    Definitely! I have already listened to it twice in a week!


    Any additional comments?

    I recommend this audiobook to everyone! I am not a big zombie or apocalypse fan, and I'll admit I even scoffed at it when the book was recommended to me. However, after listening to the story, I am beset with excitement for the sequel!

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