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Rebecca

Canberra, Australia | Member Since 2010

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24 reviews
42 ratings
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37 purchased in 2013

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A Journey

ABRIDGED
- by Tony Blair
- Narrated by Tony Blair
A Journey

ABRIDGED (16 hrs and 3 mins)

By Tony Blair

Narrated By Tony Blair

Overall
(36)
Performance
(13)
Story
(13)

A Journey is Tony Blair’s first-hand account of his years in office and beyond. Here he describes for the first time his role in shaping our recent history, from the aftermath of Princess Diana’s death to the war on terror. He reveals the leadership decisions that were necessary to reinvent his party, the relationships with colleagues, the gruelling negotiations for peace in Northern Ireland, the battles over education and health, the implementation of the biggest reforms to public services since 1945.
Cynthea says: "An intelligent, excellent and engaging book"
"Dry in parts but overall very good"

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I really enjoyed this book although it took for granted that I knew a lot about Brittish politics and its political system. Given that I am not British, there were a lot few things that took me almost the whole book to figure out what he was going on about

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
14

UNABRIDGED
- by Peter Clines
- Narrated by Ray Porter
14

UNABRIDGED (12 hrs and 38 mins)

By Peter Clines

Narrated By Ray Porter

Overall
(6218)
Performance
(5625)
Story
(5605)

There are some odd things about Nate’s new apartment. Of course, he has other things on his mind. He hates his job. He has no money in the bank. No girlfriend. No plans for the future. So while his new home isn’t perfect, it’s livable. The rent is low, the property managers are friendly, and the odd little mysteries don’t nag at him too much. At least, not until he meets Mandy, his neighbor across the hall, and notices something unusual about her apartment. And Xela’s apartment. And Tim’s. And Veek’s.
Magpie says: "Super solid listen!!"
"Loved it"

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Don't usually go in for this kind of sci fi/fantasy thing but I loved this book. The characters were interesting, plot very twisty and the performance was excellent.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Murder by Mocha

UNABRIDGED
- by Cleo Coyle
- Narrated by Rebecca Gibel
Murder by Mocha

UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 54 mins)

By Cleo Coyle

Narrated By Rebecca Gibel

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(94)
Performance
(79)
Story
(79)

Clare's Village Blend coffee beans are being used to create a new java love potion: a "Mocha Magic Coffee," billed as an aphrodisiac. The product, expected to rake in millions, will be sold exclusively on Aphrodite's Village, one of the most popular online communities for women. But at its launch, one of the website's editors is murdered. Clare is convinced a bitter killer wants the secret formula. Can she catch who's gone loco for mocha?
Word Nerd says: "Not as good as the first"
"I didn't hate it"

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I like to listen to audiobooks while doing the housework and this one wasn't apt for much more. I haven't listened to any other books in this series and I'm not sure I would. The almost silly amount of coffee talk made the main characters seem quite shallow, like nothing in the world was more important then the brew!

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Steve Jobs: The Exclusive Biography

UNABRIDGED
- by Walter Isaacson
- Narrated by Dylan Baker , Walter Isaacson
Steve Jobs: The Exclusive Biography

UNABRIDGED (25 hrs and 7 mins)

By Walter Isaacson

Narrated By Dylan Baker, Walter Isaacson

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(1010)
Performance
(862)
Story
(859)

In Steve Jobs: The Exclusive Biography, Walter Isaacson provides an extraordinary account of Jobs' professional and personal life. Drawn from three years of exclusive and unprecedented interviews Isaacson has conducted with Jobs as well as extensive interviews with Jobs' family members and key colleagues from Apple and its competitors, this is the definitive portrait of the greatest innovator of his generation.
john says: "More man, less tech, might have made a better book"
"He's a nutter!"

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I had always been vaguely aware of The Steve Jobs story and I was interested to know more details. I found the listen to be very engaging and certainly left no holds barred! It was a nicely rounded biography, both showing elements of Steve that were admirable and also not very flattering. Would definitely recommend it.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Nice Girls Don't Bite Their Neighbors: Jane Jameson, Book 4

UNABRIDGED
- by Molly Harper
- Narrated by Amanda Ronconi
Nice Girls Don't Bite Their Neighbors: Jane Jameson, Book 4

UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 23 mins)

By Molly Harper

Narrated By Amanda Ronconi

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(1884)
Performance
(1683)
Story
(1692)

Just as Jane Jameson’s unlife seems to be stabilizing, fate sinks its fangs firmly into her butt. Despite her near-phobia of wedding planning, her no-frills nighttime nuptials to her sexy boyfriend, Gabriel, are coming along smoothly. That is, until she turns a fatally wounded teenage acquaintance, and the Council pronounces her responsible for the newborn vamp until he can control his thirst.
Kirstin says: "Molly Did it Again!!!"
"I want more"

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I got hooked from book 1 and would really like a book 5 6 &7! Characters have spunk and it's really fun to listen to.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Driving Mr. Dead

UNABRIDGED
- by Molly Harper
- Narrated by Amanda Ronconi
Driving Mr. Dead

UNABRIDGED (5 hrs and 2 mins)

By Molly Harper

Narrated By Amanda Ronconi

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(2350)
Performance
(2124)
Story
(2129)

Miranda Puckett has failed at every job she’s ever had. Her mother just wants her to come home, join the family law firm, and settle down with Jason, the perfect lawyer boyfriend. But when Jason turns out to be a lying cheater, Miranda seizes on a job that gets her out of town: long-distance vampire transportation. Her first assignment is to drive vampire Collin Sutherland from Washington to sleepy Half Moon Hollow without incident—no small feat for a woman whom trouble seems to follow like a faithful hound dog!
Denise says: "Molly Harper can't write fast enough for me!!!!"
"I enjoyed it, a bt of a laugh"

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It wasn't as good as the Jane Jameson books but it was certainly entertaining. A bit of light silliness.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
One Day at a Time

UNABRIDGED
- by Danielle Steel
- Narrated by Dan John Miller
One Day at a Time

UNABRIDGED (9 hrs and 11 mins)

By Danielle Steel

Narrated By Dan John Miller

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(124)
Performance
(31)
Story
(32)

With wit and intelligence, Danielle Steel explores love in all its guises, taking us into the lives of three unusual but wonderfully real couples. One Day at a Time is at once moving, thought provoking, and utterly impossible to put down.
Gordon says: "one day at a time"
"Pretty Cute"

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Thoroughly formula, rather saccharine but lovely. This is the kind of book you want to read to cheer you up or to stop thinking. Definitely listen again

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Night Road

UNABRIDGED
- by Kristin Hannah
- Narrated by Kathleen McInerney
Night Road

UNABRIDGED (14 hrs and 46 mins)

By Kristin Hannah

Narrated By Kathleen McInerney

Overall
(494)
Performance
(304)
Story
(309)

For 18 years, Jude Farraday has put her children’s needs above her own, and it shows - her twins, Mia and Zach, are bright and happy teenagers. When Lexi Baill moves into their small, close-knit community, no one is more welcoming than Jude. Lexi, a former foster child with a dark past, quickly becomes Mia’s best friend. Then Zach falls in love with Lexi and the three become inseparable. Jude does everything to keep her kids on track for college and out of harm’s way. It has always been easy - until senior year of high school. Suddenly she is at a loss.
selena says: "Took awhile to get into but worth it"
"A bit of a painful read"

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I tend to like Kristin Hannah's books although they are always very strung out. This one was a bit painful to read as I thought that a lot of the decisions the main characters made were just dumb. Also seemed a bit formula for me. Wouldn't listen again.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Private Patient

UNABRIDGED
- by P. D. James
- Narrated by Michael Jayston
The Private Patient

UNABRIDGED (13 hrs and 35 mins)

By P. D. James

Narrated By Michael Jayston

Overall
(64)
Performance
(10)
Story
(11)

When notorious investigative journalist Rhoda Gradwyn booked into an exclusive clinic in Dorset for the removal of a disfiguring facial scar, she had every prospect of a successful operation by a distinguished surgeon, followed by a week's peaceful convalescence in one of Dorset's most beautiful manor houses and the beginning of a new life. She was never to leave Cheverell Manor alive.
Traci says: "The Private Patient"
"Kinda interesting but very British and SLOW"

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Took ages for anything to unravel in this book, and when it did, I wasn't particularly gripped by it. It's a thoroughly British book, and maybe I dont really like that

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Fry Chronicles: An Autobiography

UNABRIDGED
- by Stephen Fry
- Narrated by Stephen Fry
The Fry Chronicles: An Autobiography

UNABRIDGED (12 hrs and 28 mins)

By Stephen Fry

Narrated By Stephen Fry

Overall
(232)
Performance
(127)
Story
(125)

This dazzling memoir promises to be a courageously frank, honest and poignant read. It will detail some of Fry's most turbulent and least-well-known years, with writing that will excite you, make you laugh uproariously, move you, inform you, and, above all, surprise you.
christine says: "A must read"
"a very entertaining read"

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I'm a big fan of Stephen Fry and this book was a really interesting read. I love biographies and he did a great job giving us all the nitty gritty without it being too in depth and gooey.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful