"Great Short Stories!"
I was so jonesing for some Hollows stories and Kim Harrison. These stories were great! I loved every one of them.
Of course, Marguerite Gavin brings so very much to the book with her unbelievable narration.
If you, too, are fans of The Hollows AND Kim Harrison, you will truly enjoy this!
"Reading this was like pulling teeth"
This particular story was a good idea but so very poorly executed. Repetitive phrases, way too much detail on unimportant items. Sexual harassment written as if it were flirting dialogue.
I have enjoyed Tami Hoag books before, but now I'm not sure if I will even attempt another Hoag book.
"Edge of your seat!"
I have read the majority of the Prey series, although not necessarily in order. This is one of his earlier stories. It is, by far, one of my favorites.
I couldn't stop reading it as I was on the edge of my seat. At times, I was tense with the anticipation of what would happen next.
The Prey series is one of the best in this genre and I would not only highly recommend MIND PREY, but the entire Davenport series.
"Disappointing!"
I have enjoyed every book I have read by this author so I was so disappointed in this book. It drawn out, repetitive and did not keep my attention. It was a CHORE to listen to this.
"A terrific horror story"
This is the first Joe Hill book I have read. I also have not read a good horror story for years. I'm pleased this is the first I've read in years as it had all the components I love in the horror genre.
Aging, self-absorbed rock star Judas Coyne has a thing for the macabre and has a horrible collection. His background of abuse and this collection has caused him difficulty in hs relationships, yet he basically keeps them due to his reputation but when his assistant tells him about a ghost for sale on an online auction site, he immediately puts in a bid and purchases it. This is the beginning of a series of events, not even Judas could imagine.
The story not only outlines the horror but also brings some humanity to Judas. I started out not fond of Judas Coyne and ended up liking the character.
Stephen Lang did an excellent job of narration and bought a good deal to the dialogue.
However, I was less than pleased with the audiobook production. Adding music to an audiobook is not only not necessary, but also is extremely irritating to me.
It would have been much better without the multiple musical interludes which explains my rating on performance.
"Another DeMille hit!"
I can't even begin to state how much I enjoyed The Panther. I so enjoy Mr. DeMille's style and subject of writing. Although I know it is fiction, I still feel that a lot of it is based in fact. I enjoyed the continuing story of John Corey, the ending in this one for me was a little anti-climatic, but it ended as it should.
I cheered on the "heros" and booed the "villians", yet wondered how this could be when both represent our country!
Scott Brick is a marvelously talented narrator and I am pleased he was still the narrator for the John Corey series.
This is a great read but I would suggest one reads the prior John Corey novels first (especially The Lion).
"Excellent Story. Excellent Writing."
This is the 3rd book by Gillian Flynn that I have read. I started with the most recent and worked backwards but it made no difference.
Ms Flynn's writing style is excellent and Sharp Objects is no exception.
Ms. Flynn is tuned into the emotions and feelings of her subjects and makes them come alive on the pages. It is as if I "knew" the protaganist, Camille, or I know someone like her.
I personally could relate to the small Midwestern town, the violence, the closeness.
Once again, I thought I had the story and the ending figured out and with a quick twist, it was completely different.
Ann Marie Lee did a great job with the narration.
Not only would I recommend Sharp Objects, but also any other book penned by Gillian Flynn.
"Surprisingly Good Read"
This wasn't exactly what I was expecting and was pleasantly surprised. Ms. Flynn's writing style is unusual and I really like it. Alternating between the past and the present offers the readers a "back story" which isn't merely narrating what happened. The way the past and the present flow together is remarkable.
The narration was excellent and having multiple narrators added to the story.
Once you decided "whodunit", the story twists and turns so many times, the ending is a huge surprise.
Highly recommend!
"Disturbing, yet fascinating."
Gone Girl is an extremely disturbing story about a dysfunctional relationship between a sociopath and narcissist. It is very well written and the narration was performed perfectly. The subject is topical due to all the crime shows, both reality and drama, and how public reaction plays a role in today's 24 hour news cycle.
This is one book that I was unable to stop listening as I was enthralled with the characters. Although it didn't end the way I expected, the ending was the only way to end.
Excellent storyline. Excellent narration. Excellent choice.
"What a pleasure!"
What a truly delightful mystery! Amelia Peabody is a most entertaining protagonist. This is one of the most enjoyable books I have read for some time! I'm looking forward to reading the entire series.
Barbara Rosenblat, again outdoes herself with this wonderful narration! She made the story even better, if that was possible!