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14

UNABRIDGED
- by Peter Clines
- Narrated by Ray Porter
14

UNABRIDGED (12 hrs and 38 mins)

By Peter Clines

Narrated By Ray Porter

Overall
(6260)
Performance
(5661)
Story
(5641)

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!!"
"surprising!"

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Where does 14 rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This is in the upper 10% of all the audiobooks I've listened to.

What other book might you compare 14 to and why?

?

Which character – as performed by Ray Porter – was your favorite?

Tim, Nate & Veeq

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

yes

Any additional comments?

Surprisingly good -- very mysterious and it really keeps the listener intrigued. Good characters.

2 of 3 people found this review helpful
A Dance with Dragons: A Song of Ice and Fire: Book 5

UNABRIDGED
- by George R. R. Martin
- Narrated by Roy Dotrice
A Dance with Dragons: A Song of Ice and Fire: Book 5

UNABRIDGED (49 hrs)

By George R. R. Martin

Narrated By Roy Dotrice

Overall
(6397)
Performance
(5288)
Story
(5286)

Dubbed the American Tolkien by Time magazine, George R. R. Martin has earned international acclaim for his monumental cycle of epic fantasy. Now the number-one New York Times best-selling author delivers the fifth book in his spellbinding landmark series - as both familiar faces and surprising new forces vie for a foothold in a fragmented empire.
J. Cano says: "A tale of two publishers:"
"horrible!"

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This book wasn’t for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more?

no one who has heard the first three - all the voices changed - it's extremely distracting and unenjoyable.

What do you think your next listen will be?

i think i will opt to read a dance for dragons..

How did the narrator detract from the book?

by constantly changing the voices from the 1st-3rd books of the series to the last 2 books. This is truly the worst of all.

You didn’t love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities?

I understand that the narrator is elderly and he did do a great job on the 1-3 books - but they should have given the task to someone who could be somewhat consistent for these last 2 books. even the pronunciation of the names changed. terriblydistracting.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Cloudland: A Crime Novel

UNABRIDGED
- by Joseph Olshan
- Narrated by Eliza Foss
Cloudland: A Crime Novel

UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 25 mins)

By Joseph Olshan

Narrated By Eliza Foss

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(43)
Performance
(33)
Story
(35)

Cloudland is a stunning literary thriller set in rural Vermont from the much-praised author of Nightswimmer and Clara's Heart. Once a major reporter for a national newspaper, Catherine Winslow has retreated to the Upper Valley of Vermont to write a household hints column. While out walking during an early spring thaw, Catherine discovers the body of a woman leaning against an apple tree near her house. From the corpse’s pink parka, Winslow recognizes her as the latest victim of a serial killer.
glamazon says: "Page-turner Upgraded!"
"too politically correct writing - rubbish."

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What did you like best about Cloudland? What did you like least?

the writing is good but the pc aspect is annoying

Would you recommend Cloudland to your friends? Why or why not?

no because I am angry that the "gay" aspect is once again brought unecessarily into a story.

Which scene was your favorite?

the first chapter

Was Cloudland worth the listening time?

don't really have an answer for that.. for me NO.

Any additional comments?

why does Hollywood and now, writers, feel that it is their duty to consistently bring the gay agenda into stories where it really has no bearing. It is as if there is a mission to shove this down everyone's throats at any expense, even good writing. Where it matters and is actually part of the story - fine. But when peppered in just to push an agenda i find it distracting and a total turn off.

0 of 3 people found this review helpful
A Feast for Crows: A Song of Ice and Fire: Book 4

UNABRIDGED
- by George R. R. Martin
- Narrated by Roy Dotrice
A Feast for Crows: A Song of Ice and Fire: Book 4

UNABRIDGED (33 hrs and 56 mins)

By George R. R. Martin

Narrated By Roy Dotrice

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(3290)
Performance
(2929)
Story
(2939)

Few books have captivated the imagination and won the devotion and praise of readers and critics everywhere as has George R. R. Martin’s monumental epic cycle of high fantasy that began with A Game of Thrones. Now, in A Feast for Crows, Martin delivers the long-awaited fourth book of his landmark series, as a kingdom torn asunder finds itself at last on the brink of peace . . . only to be launched on an even more terrifying course of destruction.
Pi says: "Jarring change in Dotrice's performance"
"what happened???"

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Is there anything you would change about this book?

ok - Arya's voice changed from a young, high born girl to a 70-yr old chain-smoking hag. Vares, Baylish, Sam - all changed voices and not for the better. The whole performance is very annoying and distracting. Dotrice is such an excellent narrator but the shift in voices depletes the entire performance.what could have happened? and why?

What didn’t you like about Roy Dotrice’s performance?

he changed too many voices from the 1st 3 books!

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
A Walk in the Woods: Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail

UNABRIDGED
- by Bill Bryson
- Narrated by Rob McQuay
A Walk in the Woods: Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail

UNABRIDGED (9 hrs and 47 mins)

By Bill Bryson

Narrated By Rob McQuay

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(149)
Performance
(130)
Story
(134)

The Appalachian Trail trail stretches from Georgia to Maine and covers some of the most breathtaking terrain in America - majestic mountains, silent forests, sparking lakes. If you’re going to take a hike, it’s probably the place to go. And Bill Bryson is surely the most entertaing guide you’ll find. He introduces us to the history and ecology of the trail and to some of the other hardy (or just foolhardy) folks he meets along the way - and a couple of bears. Already a classic, A Walk in the Woods will make you long for the great outdoors (or at least a comfortable chair to sit and read in).
colleen says: "What a treat"
"very entertaining!"

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What did you love best about A Walk in the Woods?

I loved the authors wry sense of humor about the difficulties of taking on such an adventure and the preparations involved with doing so.

What did you like best about this story?

Had me smiling and recalling similar experiences on one of many of my own hikes.

Which character – as performed by Rob McQuay – was your favorite?

katz

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

made me laugh a lot.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Mockingjay: The Final Book of The Hunger Games

UNABRIDGED
- by Suzanne Collins
- Narrated by Carolyn McCormick
Mockingjay: The Final Book of The Hunger Games

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 43 mins)

By Suzanne Collins

Narrated By Carolyn McCormick

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(20042)
Performance
(14482)
Story
(14587)

Against all odds, Katniss Everdeen has survived the Hunger Games twice. But now that she's made it out of the bloody arena live, she's still not safe. The Capitol is angry. The Capitol wants revenge....
Teddy says: "Well done... but bitter-sweet..."
"didn't like the narrator"

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Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

yes - read it though - don't listen to it! i didnt care for the narrated version.

Who was your favorite character and why?

katniss of course - the heroine!

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

i didnt like the narrator at all.

Could you see Mockingjay being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?

yes

Any additional comments?

no

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Help

UNABRIDGED
- 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
(24218)
Performance
(10922)
Story
(10946)

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 ever"

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What did you love best about The Help?

the narrator was excellent! she couldnt have been more perfect.

What other book might you compare The Help to and why?

none that i can think of ...

Which scene was your favorite?

the toilet scene at the home of miss hilly..

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

?

Any additional comments?

better than i expected -

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Gone Girl: A Novel

UNABRIDGED
- by Gillian Flynn
- Narrated by Julia Whelan , Kirby Heyborne
Gone Girl: A Novel

UNABRIDGED (19 hrs and 11 mins)

By Gillian Flynn

Narrated By Julia Whelan, Kirby Heyborne

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(9455)
Performance
(8208)
Story
(8186)

It is Nick and Amy Dunne's fifth wedding anniversary. Presents are being wrapped and reservations are being made when Nick's clever and beautiful wife disappears from their rented McMansion on the Mississippi River. Husband-of-the-Year Nick isn't doing himself any favors with cringe-worthy daydreams. Under mounting pressure from the police and the media - as well as Amy's fiercely doting parents - the town golden boy parades an endless series of lies, deceits, and inappropriate behavior. Nick is oddly evasive, and he's definitely bitter - but is he really a killer?
Teddy says: "Demented, twisted, sick and I loved it!"
"unlikable characters - disappointing ending"

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Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

no - although well-written and entertaining it was very anti-climatic - the ending was disappointing.

Has Gone Girl turned you off from other books in this genre?

maybe not

Which character – as performed by Julia Whelan and Kirby Heyborne – was your favorite?

amy and nick were very well done.. but i didn't like kirby's "girl" voices nor Julia's "guy" voices. too contrived and fake.

Did Gone Girl inspire you to do anything?

yes, read more reviews before listening

Any additional comments?

no -

0 of 1 people found this review helpful