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Malinda

Lexington Park, MD, United States | Member Since 2008

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The Kitchen House: A Novel

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- by Kathleen Grissom
- Narrated by Orlagh Cassidy , Bahni Turpin
The Kitchen House: A Novel

UNABRIDGED (12 hrs and 55 mins)

By Kathleen Grissom

Narrated By Orlagh Cassidy, Bahni Turpin

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Orphaned while onboard ship from Ireland, seven-year-old Lavinia arrives on the steps of a tobacco plantation where she is to live and work with the slaves of the kitchen house. Under the care of Belle, the master's illegitimate daughter, Lavinia becomes deeply bonded to her adopted family, though she is set apart from them by her white skin. Eventually, Lavinia is accepted into the world of the big house, where the master is absent and the mistress battles opium addiction.
Margaret says: "For the love of all things Holy, READ THIS!!!"
"LOVED IT!"

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If you loved "the Help" you will love this one also. I was sorry when it was over. Sad but excellent.

Highly recommend!

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Orphan Train: A Novel

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- by Christina Baker Kline
- Narrated by Jessica Almasy , Suzanne Toren
Orphan Train: A Novel

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By Christina Baker Kline

Narrated By Jessica Almasy, Suzanne Toren

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Penobscot Indian Molly Ayer is close to "aging out" out of the foster care system. A community-service position helping an elderly woman clean out her home is the only thing keeping Molly out of juvie and worse.... As she helps Vivian sort through her possessions and memories, Molly learns that she and Vivian aren’t as different as they seem to be. A young Irish immigrant orphaned in New York City, Vivian was put on a train to the Midwest with hundreds of other children whose destinies would be determined by luck and chance.
Kathi says: "Moving story of sharing and transformation."
"LOVED IT!"

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I bought this based on all the incredible reviews and boy were they right. I am only disappointed that it is over...highly recommend!

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Beautiful Creatures: Beautiful Creatures, Book 1

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- by Kami Garcia , Margaret Stohl
- Narrated by Kevin T. Collins
Beautiful Creatures: Beautiful Creatures, Book 1

UNABRIDGED (17 hrs and 38 mins)

By Kami Garcia, Margaret Stohl

Narrated By Kevin T. Collins

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Lena Duchannes is unlike anyone the small Southern town of Gatlin has ever seen, and she's struggling to conceal her power and a curse that has haunted her family for generations. Ethan Wate, who has been counting the months until he can escape from Gatlin, is haunted by dreams of a beautiful girl he has never met. When Lena moves into the town's oldest and most infamous plantation, Ethan is inexplicably drawn to her and determined to uncover the connection between them.
Claudia says: "Good book, good narration"
"Loved it!!"

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I came across this by chance in one of audible's great sales. It was surprisingly captivating. I cant wait for the next book. Highly recommend. Very Different.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
A Grown-Up Kind of Pretty: A Novel

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- by Joshilyn Jackson
- Narrated by Joshilyn Jackson
A Grown-Up Kind of Pretty: A Novel

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By Joshilyn Jackson

Narrated By Joshilyn Jackson

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A Grown-Up Kind of Pretty is a powerful saga of three generations of women, plagued by hardships and torn by a devastating secret, yet inextricably joined by the bonds of family. Fifteen-year-old Mosey Slocumb-spirited, sassy, and on the cusp of womanhood-is shaken when a small grave is unearthed in the backyard, and determined to figure out why it's there. Liza, her stroke-ravaged mother, is haunted by choices she made as a teenager. But it is Jenny, Mosey's strong and big-hearted grandmother....
Taryn says: "My first but not last for this author"
"LOVED IT!!!!"

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A joy to listen too! The story was intriguing and funny with unexpected twists and turns. I am only disappointed that it is over. I will definitely be looking at other titles from this author.

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The Scottish Prisoner

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- by Diana Gabaldon
- Narrated by Jeff Woodman , Rick Holmes
The Scottish Prisoner

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By Diana Gabaldon

Narrated By Jeff Woodman, Rick Holmes

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(727)
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Winner of the Quill Award and the Corine International Book Prize, Diana Gabaldon is the #1 New York Times best-selling author of the Outlander series. This fourth novel featuring popular character Lord John Grey is told both from Lord Grey’s perspective and from that of Jamie Fraser, the star of the Outlander series.
Teahouse Fox says: "Lord John 'Quixote' rides again"
"I loved listening to Diana Gabaldon books but..."

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After listening to the prior stories in this series narrated by Davina Porter, I am having a VERY hard time getting into this book because of the different narrator. Not that he is bad just very different from Davina Porter and the voices I associate with Jamie and Lord John. Previously it was hard to turn the book off, now it is not hard. Very disappointed....

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Litigators

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- by John Grisham
- Narrated by Dennis Boutsikaris
The Litigators

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By John Grisham

Narrated By Dennis Boutsikaris

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The incomparable master of the legal thriller takes us deeper into the labyrinth that is the American justice system, always drawing us in with an irresistible hook, pulling the thread of tension tighter and tighter, and then knocking us out with a conclusion that's never "by the book". Maybe that's why, after more than 20 years of consecutive number-one New York Times best sellers, a new novel by America's favorite storyteller is still a major publishing event.
June says: "Typical Grisham, entertaining"
"Loved it!"

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John Grisham is one of my favorite authors and his new book does not disappoint. I was disappointed when it ended. Can't wait for his next!

2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Chasing Fire

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- by Nora Roberts
- Narrated by Rebecca Lowman
Chasing Fire

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By Nora Roberts

Narrated By Rebecca Lowman

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(841)
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Little else in life is as dangerous as fire jumping. Flying past towering pillars of smoke, parachuting down to the edge of an all-consuming blaze, shoveling and sawing for hours upon hours, days at a time, all to hold the line and push back against the raw power of Mother Nature. But there’s also little else as thrilling - at least to Rowan Tripp. The Missoula smoke jumpers are one of the most exclusive firefighting squads in the nation, and the job is in Rowan’s blood: her father is a legend in the field. She’s been fighting fires since her eighteenth birthday.
M. Davis says: "Another winner by Roberts!"
"Good but..."

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I am a huge Nora Roberts fan but this book was just okay. She used a LOT of descriptive imagery for the fire and other scenic sites which when used sparingly is good but was definitely overkill in this book. A lot of foul language...Narrator was okay. Overall book was not a favorite of mine...I should have taken the other reader reviews to heart and saved the credit.

7 of 8 people found this review helpful
Riptide

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- by Douglas Preston , Lincoln Child
- Narrated by Scott Brick
Riptide

UNABRIDGED (14 hrs and 44 mins)

By Douglas Preston, Lincoln Child

Narrated By Scott Brick

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(792)
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A centuries-old, cursed pirate's treasure, valued at over $2 billion, lies deep within the treacherous waters off the coast of Maine. Men who have attempted to unearth the fortune have suffered gruesome deaths. Will a high-tech expedition meet the same fate?
Allan says: "very cinematic. high tech meets pirate treasure."
"HARD TO PUT DOWN!!!"

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Great story. Very suspenceful and hard to put down. I was disappointed when it was over. Also, I love listening to any book narrated by Scott Brick.

0 of 3 people found this review helpful
The Fifth Witness

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- by Michael Connelly
- Narrated by Peter Giles
The Fifth Witness

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By Michael Connelly

Narrated By Peter Giles

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Mickey Haller has fallen on tough times. He expands his business into foreclosure defense, only to see one of his clients accused of killing the banker she blames for trying to take away her home. Mickey puts his team into high gear to exonerate Lisa Trammel, even though the evidence and his own suspicions tell him his client is guilty. Soon after he learns that the victim had black market dealings of his own, Haller is assaulted, too - and he's certain he's on the right trail. Despite the danger and uncertainty, Haller mounts the best defense of his career in a trial where the last surprise comes after the verdict is in.
Bob says: "Compelling and difficult to put down"
"Good but..."

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The overall story was good but was not as exciting nor suspenseful as I had hoped for. Not sure if it was the narrator or this author. I chose this audiobook because of the high ratings however, feel a 3 is more appropriate.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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- by Lisa Gardner
- Narrated by Maggi-Meg Reed
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By Lisa Gardner

Narrated By Maggi-Meg Reed

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It was a case that haunts Bobby Dodge to this day - the case that nearly killed him and changed his life forever. Now, the gruesome discovery of six mummified corpses resurrects his worst nightmare: the return of a killer he thought dead and buried.
Chuck says: "Outstanding!!!!!!!!!!!!"
"HARD TO PUT DOWN!"

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My only disappointment with this book was when it was over. Highly recommend to anyone that loves suspense and action.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Live to Tell: A Detective D. D. Warren Novel

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- by Lisa Gardner
- Narrated by Kirsten Potter , Rebecca Lowman , Ann Marie Lee
Live to Tell: A Detective D. D. Warren Novel

UNABRIDGED (13 hrs and 25 mins)

By Lisa Gardner

Narrated By Kirsten Potter, Rebecca Lowman, Ann Marie Lee

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On a warm summer night in one of Boston’s working-class neighborhoods, an unthinkable crime has been committed: Four members of a family have been brutally murdered. The father—and possible suspect—now lies clinging to life in the ICU. Murder-suicide? Or something worse? Veteran police detective D. D. Warren is certain of only one thing: There’s more to this case than meets the eye.
Erin says: "Live To Tell - 3.5 stars"
"LOVED IT!!!"

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This author and the D.D. Warren Detective series are addictive. Action packed and suspenseful. Just when I think I know who is the bad guy, she throws a curve ball. I have a hard time turning these off...can't wait for the next.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful