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Amanda

Riverside, CA, United States | Member Since 2010

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14 reviews
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183 titles in library
11 purchased in 2013

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Halfway to the Grave: Night Huntress, Book 1

UNABRIDGED
- by Jeaniene Frost
- Narrated by Tavia Gilbert
Halfway to the Grave: Night Huntress, Book 1

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 17 mins)

By Jeaniene Frost

Narrated By Tavia Gilbert

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(4076)
Performance
(2489)
Story
(2505)

Half-vampire Catherine Crawfield is going after the undead with a vengeance, hoping that one of these deadbeats is her father—the one responsible for ruining her mother's life. Then she's captured by Bones, a vampire bounty hunter, and is forced into an unlikely partnership. In exchange for help finding her father, Cat agrees to train with the sexy night stalker until her battle reflexes are as sharp as his fangs. She's amazed she doesn't end up as his dinner…are there actually good vampires?
Benoibe says: "Surprised! SPECTACULAR AND SEXY!"
"Very sexy and exciting!"

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What a great book! The series would make an exceptional movie!! The narrator is fantastic and the book is very well written.

0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Fat Tuesday

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- by Sandra Brown
- Narrated by Jack Garrett
Fat Tuesday

UNABRIDGED (13 hrs and 35 mins)

By Sandra Brown

Narrated By Jack Garrett

Overall
(159)
Performance
(138)
Story
(139)

A cop with nothing left to lose, Burke Basile is out to get revenge. Corrupt lawyer Pinkie Duvall has cost him his best friend’s life and his job. Kidnapping Pinkie Duvall’s trophy wife seems the perfect way to get even. There’s just one problem. He doesn’t foresee the electric attraction he’ll feel for this lonely, desperate woman from New Orleans. Sandra Brown’s flair for concocting just the right blend of passion and mystery has made her one of America’s most popular writers.
bluebelle says: "More of a Mystery than a Romance"
"Could not stop listening"

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Where does Fat Tuesday rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

at the top. I was hooked from the beginning

What other book might you compare Fat Tuesday to and why?

I really can't compare it to anything. It's a great book, the story gets you from the beginning and keep you interested. The ending is something you don't see coming ang doesn't let you down.

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

This is the first I've heard of his. He nailed every accent.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bared to You: A Crossfire Novel, Book 1

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- by Sylvia Day
- Narrated by Jill Redfield
Bared to You: A Crossfire Novel, Book 1

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 32 mins)

By Sylvia Day

Narrated By Jill Redfield

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Overall
(2466)
Performance
(2210)
Story
(2203)

"Gideon Cross came into my life like lightning in the darkness… He was beautiful and brilliant, jagged and white-hot. I was drawn to him as I’d never been to anything or anyone in my life. I craved his touch like a drug, even knowing it would weaken me. I was flawed and damaged, and he opened those cracks in me so easily…Gideon knew. He had demons of his own. And we would become the mirrors that reflected each other’s most private wounds…and desires."
CAROLYN says: "TOUCHING & EMOTIONAL ROLLERCOASTER OF PASSION"
"At Least its better than 50 shades"

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Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

If you are looking for a book in this genre then yes, it was a good choice. I just decided half way through that I was over erotic books

Has Bared to You turned you off from other books in this genre?

I'm turned off from other books in the genre but not because of this book. Its actually one of the better ones

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

The reading was great.

Was Bared to You worth the listening time?

Yes, if you are into this genre, this book is a good listen

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
2nd Chance: The Women's Murder Club

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- by James Patterson , Andrew Gross
- Narrated by Melissa Leo , Jeremy Piven
2nd Chance: The Women's Murder Club

UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 40 mins)

By James Patterson, Andrew Gross

Narrated By Melissa Leo, Jeremy Piven

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Overall
(877)
Performance
(186)
Story
(188)

Master of suspense James Patterson continues the Women's Murder Club series with this nail-biter of a sequel to 1st to Die. Four women - a police detective, an assistant D.A., a journalist, and a medical examiner - combine their efforts, risking everything, to catch a serial killer. "As with Patterson's best novels," Booklist says, "the surprises keep coming until the final pages."
Jean says: "Painful pastime"
"Missed the prior narrator, good story though"

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Where does 2nd Chance rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Not at the very top but this story really kept me interested. Different clue took different twists through the story.

What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting?

The most interesting was when she visited the prison. That really kept me on edge. The least interesting was Cindy's dating life,

What about Melissa Leo and Jeremy Piven ’s performance did you like?

Jeremy Piven was born to do this. His voice was entrancing and I thought fit the character very well. Melissa Leo was OK but I could never tell which woman was speaking. I wish they would have used the first narrator again.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

I can't tell, it would give too much away

1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Fifty Shades of Grey: Book One of the Fifty Shades Trilogy

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- by E. L. James
- Narrated by Becca Battoe
Fifty Shades of Grey: Book One of the Fifty Shades Trilogy

UNABRIDGED (19 hrs and 47 mins)

By E. L. James

Narrated By Becca Battoe

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Overall
(10770)
Performance
(8510)
Story
(9120)

When literature student Anastasia Steele goes to interview young entrepreneur Christian Grey, she encounters a man who is beautiful, brilliant, and intimidating. The unworldly, innocent Ana is startled to realize she wants this man and, despite his enigmatic reserve, finds she is desperate to get close to him. Unable to resist Ana’s quiet beauty, wit, and independent spirit, Grey admits he wants her, too—but on his own terms.
Penelope Poopendorfer says: "Holy Crap minus the Holy"
"What is all the fuss about??"

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If you could sum up Fifty Shades of Grey in three words, what would they be?

Erotic, Fantasy, Sexual

What was one of the most memorable moments of Fifty Shades of Grey?

The fist "Love" scene

What aspect of Becca Battoe’s performance would you have changed?

Less valley girl inflection

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

Yes, but this is because I was waiting for something super exciting to happen, and it never did! This book was on Dr. Phil for crying out loud. I just don't understand what all the hype is. It's no different or more discriptive then any of erotic fantasy book.

Any additional comments?

I will not be downloading the next two books. I really don't care what happens, Now that I've discovered that there is nothing extremely special about this book. Kudos to the publicist for all the media hype!

3 of 5 people found this review helpful
The Help

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- by Kathryn Stockett
- Narrated by Jenna Lamia , Bahni Turpin , Octavia Spencer , Cassandra Campbell
The Help

UNABRIDGED (18 hrs and 19 mins)

By Kathryn Stockett

Narrated By Jenna Lamia, Bahni Turpin, Octavia Spencer, and others

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(24194)
Performance
(10904)
Story
(10928)

Why we think it’s a great listen: The most celebrated performance in all of Audible’s history, The Help has nearly 2,000 5-star reviews from your fellow listeners. We hear the print book’s not bad, either. In pitch-perfect voices, Kathryn Stockett creates three extraordinary women whose determination to start a movement of their own forever changes a town, and the way women - mothers, daughters, caregivers, friends - view one another.
Jan says: "What a great surprise!"
"Best audio book I've ever heard!"

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What made the experience of listening to The Help the most enjoyable?

Oh my gosh, the voices! The smooth buttery southern accents are wonderful.

What did you like best about this story?

I felt like the good guys won. There are ups and downs but you feel a sense of triumph.

Which character – as performed by the narrators – was your favorite?

Celia Foote was my favorite voice.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The entire book is incredibly moving.

Any additional comments?

If you haven't already, you MUST listen to this book!

1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Pride and Prejudice and Zombies: Dawn of the Dreadfuls

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- by Jane Austen , Steve Hockensmith
- Narrated by Katherine Kellgren
Pride and Prejudice and Zombies: Dawn of the Dreadfuls

UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 56 mins)

By Jane Austen, Steve Hockensmith

Narrated By Katherine Kellgren

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(641)
Performance
(362)
Story
(359)

In this terrifying and hilarious prequel, we witness the genesis of the zombie plague in early 19th-century England. We watch Elizabeth Bennet evolve from a nave young teenager into a savage slayer of the undead. We laugh as she begins her first clumsy training with nunchucks and katana swords and cry when her first blush with romance goes tragically awry.
Dawn says: "Fantastic Narrator for a Fun Story!"
"A fun zombie story"

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Would you listen to Pride and Prejudice and Zombies: Dawn of the Dreadfuls again? Why?

I woulde because I felt lost a few times on the first listen. It's a very fun story if you're into some british humor mixed with zombies.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Pride and Prejudice and Zombies: Dawn of the Dreadfuls?

I loved when the zombie came up out of the water. Great zombie discription!

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

No. Not sure if the accent is real of not.

If you could rename Pride and Prejudice and Zombies: Dawn of the Dreadfuls, what would you call it?

Nope. Perfect name.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Villa

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- by Nora Roberts
- Narrated by Laural Merlington
The Villa

UNABRIDGED (16 hrs and 10 mins)

By Nora Roberts

Narrated By Laural Merlington

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(579)
Performance
(287)
Story
(288)

Sophia Giambelli has never worried about competition. As a savvy businesswoman, she knows she must be prepared for anything...but she isn't prepared for Tyler MacMillan.
LeftyMom says: "Excellent!"
"Read the book then listened to it...."

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I love this story!! I read the book first but it was completly enhanced by the reader. Worth a credit!!!

0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Northern Lights

UNABRIDGED
- by Nora Roberts
- Narrated by Gary Littman
Northern Lights

UNABRIDGED (15 hrs and 5 mins)

By Nora Roberts

Narrated By Gary Littman

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(806)
Performance
(536)
Story
(543)

Lunacy was Nate Burke's last chance. As a Baltimore cop, he'd watched his partner die on the street - and the guilt still haunts him. With nowhere else to go, he accepts the job as chief of police in this tiny, remote Alaskan town. Aside from sorting out a run-in between a couple of motor vehicles and a moose, he finds his first few weeks on the job are relatively quiet. But that's about to change.
Marilyn says: "great story"
"Best of Nora Roberts..."

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Great story with very well written characters and a wonderful discription of the beauty of Alaska. This and Montana Sky are absolutly my favorites!!!

3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Montana Sky

UNABRIDGED
- by Nora Roberts
- Narrated by Erika Leigh
Montana Sky

UNABRIDGED (15 hrs and 52 mins)

By Nora Roberts

Narrated By Erika Leigh

Overall
(335)
Performance
(188)
Story
(194)

When Jack Mercy died, he left behind a lot of enemies...and a ranch worth nearly $20 million. Now his three daughters - each born of a different marriage, and each unknown to the others - are gathered to hear the reading of the will. The women are shocked to learn that before any of them can inherit, they must live together on the ranch for one year.
V. Woodfield says: "more violent than expected"
"Possibly my favorite from Nora Roberts!!"

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This book is fantastic!!! Great setting, Great characters that you really get to know and love or hate. There is a small amout of violence but nothing that completely turned my off from this great book. Well worth a credit! Enjoy!

1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Summer in Sonoma

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- by Robyn Carr
- Narrated by Kate Turnbull
Summer in Sonoma

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 25 mins)

By Robyn Carr

Narrated By Kate Turnbull

Overall
(219)
Performance
(151)
Story
(154)

A RITA Award winner, New York Times best-selling author Robyn Carr has garnered popular acclaim for her contemporary romances. Set in beautiful Northern California, A Summer in Sonoma follows the trials of four women who’ve been friends since seventh grade. As they teeter on the brink of 30, they learn that life can change in an instant—and having old friends to lean on may never be more important.
susan says: "summer in sonoma"
"Not Virgin River But Ok"

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I agree with the other reviewer, this doesn't hold a candle to the Virgin River Series but still a good listen. I don't care for the reader at all. It makes the story very confusing because she uses the same voice for all of the characters and you never know who is talking!! Cute story overall.

6 of 6 people found this review helpful