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Laurie

Love a good mystery, suspence or southern literature.

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  • Murder of the Cat's Meow: A Scumble River Mystery, Book 15 | [Denise Swanson]
    Murder of the Cat's Meow: A Scumble River Mystery, Book 15
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    Murder of the Cat's Meow: A Scumble River Mystery, Book 15

    • UNABRIDGED (7 hrs and 39 mins)
    • By Denise Swanson
    • Narrated By Christine Leto
    Overall
    (62)
    Performance
    (56)
    Story
    (55)

    When ex–Vegas showgirl and local business owner Bunny Reid starts an online dating service called Cupid’s Cat’s Meow, out-of-town visitors flock to her bowling alley for the speed dating and cat show events that she hosts to bring in extra cash. Bunny’s scheme sounds harmless enough, but school psychologist Skye Denison knows all too well that an influx of strangers in Scumble River always spells trouble….

    Nancy says: "Good, but not her best story."
    "Another good mystery"
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    Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

    I enjoyed listening to this cute mystery.


    What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!)

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    Which scene was your favorite?

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    Could you see Murder of the Cat's Meow being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?

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    Any additional comments?

    I do like the entire series and always enjoy visiting the characters in the series

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  • The Fountainhead | [Ayn Rand]
    The Fountainhead
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    The Fountainhead

    • UNABRIDGED (32 hrs and 1 min)
    • By Ayn Rand
    • Narrated By Christopher Hurt
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (2259)
    Performance
    (1013)
    Story
    (1025)

    One of the 20th century's most challenging novels of ideas, The Fountainhead champions the cause of individualism through the story of a gifted young architect who defies the tyranny of conventional public opinion. The struggle for personal integrity in a world that values conformity above creativity is powerfully illustrated through three characters: Howard Roarke, a genius; Gail Wynand, a newspaper mogul and self-made millionaire; and Dominique Francon, a devastating beauty.

    Zachary says: "The Fountainhead"
    "Did not enjoy at all"
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    What would have made The Fountainhead better?

    just did not like the subject


    What do you think your next listen will be?

    The decendants


    Would you be willing to try another one of Christopher Hurt’s performances?

    Maybe, did not like content of the book


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

    I never got past the first 15 minutes


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • The Informationist: A Vanessa Michael Munroe Novel, Book 1 | [Taylor Stevens]
    The Informationist: A Vanessa Michael Munroe Novel, Book 1
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    The Informationist: A Vanessa Michael Munroe Novel, Book 1

    • UNABRIDGED (12 hrs and 22 mins)
    • By Taylor Stevens
    • Narrated By Hillary Huber
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (1165)
    Performance
    (595)
    Story
    (603)

    Vanessa “Michael” Munroe deals in information - expensive information - working for corporations, heads of state, private clients, and anyone else who can pay for her unique brand of expertise. Born to missionary parents in lawless central Africa, Munroe took up with an infamous gunrunner and his mercenary crew when she was just fourteen. As his protégé, she earned the respect of the jungle's most dangerous men, cultivating her own reputation for years until something sent her running. After almost a decade building a new life and lucrative career from her home base in Dallas, she's never looked back. Until now....

    Readinista says: "Why is this the Audiobook Tournament?! Terrible!"
    "Loved it"
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    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    Good leading female character.


    Who was your favorite character and why?

    All


    Which scene was your favorite?

    Revenge scene, don't want to give to much away and ruin it.


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

    Ending.


    Any additional comments?

    Had trouble stop listening ... Was very good.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Southern Fried Divorce: A Woman Unleashes Her Hound and His Dog in the Big Easy | [Judy Conner]
    Southern Fried Divorce: A Woman Unleashes Her Hound and His Dog in the Big Easy
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    Southern Fried Divorce: A Woman Unleashes Her Hound and His Dog in the Big Easy

    • UNABRIDGED (5 hrs and 44 mins)
    • By Judy Conner
    • Narrated By Cynthia Darlow
    Overall
    (6)
    Performance
    (5)
    Story
    (5)

    This often sweet, occasionally angry, but mostly hilarious true story of one Southern woman's swim through the murky waters of marriage and divorce is a quirky gem. Judy Conner refers to her former husband simply as "That X," which is perfectly understandable considering some of the antics he pulled. Although the stories of her X are sometimes humiliating, they are always funny. And Conner makes one thing perfectly clear. She and her X shared a love - albeit a surreal one - that was completely true.

    Laurie says: "Ive heard better"
    "Ive heard better"
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    Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

    I liked the narrator but the story was a little weak for me.


    Would you recommend Southern Fried Divorce to your friends? Why or why not?

    Not really,it was ok but not one of best book.


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • The Help | [Kathryn Stockett]
    The Help
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    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
    (24391)
    Performance
    (11083)
    Story
    (11112)

    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!"
    "One of favorite audible books ever"
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    What did you love best about The Help?

    The culture of the south and the women structure that intertwined across economic lines and heritages.


    Who was the most memorable character of The Help and why?

    I cant choose just one. They are all strong characters and making you want to glimpse even more into their lives and families.


    Any additional comments?

    Many that do southern dilect readings come across sometimes a little to strong. This was the right mix and those of us from the south have new wonderful southern strong women in liteature to uphold.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful

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