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Helen Rangel

Edmond, OK United States | Member Since 2004

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656 titles in library
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The Last Patriot

UNABRIDGED
- by Brad Thor
- Narrated by George Guidall
The Last Patriot

UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 56 mins)

By Brad Thor

Narrated By George Guidall

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(415)
Performance
(314)
Story
(310)

September 1789: U.S. minister to France Thomas Jefferson, charged with forging a truce with the violent Muslim pirates of the Barbary Coast, makes a shocking discovery - one that could forever impact the world's relationship with Islam. Present day: When a car bomb explodes outside a Parisian cafe, Navy Seal turned covert Homeland Security Operative Scot Harvath is thrust back into the life he has tried so desperately to leave behind....
Philip says: "A Hit (in more ways than one)"
"The story is very predictable; narrator excellent"

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The narrator saved this book. The story was so predictable and did not have any unique twists or characters.

0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Official Privilege

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- by P. T. Deutermann
- Narrated by J. Charles
Official Privilege

UNABRIDGED (18 hrs and 28 mins)

By P. T. Deutermann

Narrated By J. Charles

Overall
(52)
Performance
(23)
Story
(23)

When the body of a young, black Navy lieutenant is found chained inside the boiler of a mothballed battleship in a Philadelphia shipyard, there is no question that it's murder. Stung by past scandals, the Navy moves to control the investigation by appointing one of their own, Commander Dan Collins, to take charge of it.
Cathy says: "Can't deal with the narrator"
"This is a great novel!"

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This is a suspenseful novel and one you shouldn't miss. If you're not familiar with military jargon, don't let it stop you from reading on. You'll understand before you know it. It has lots of twists and turns in this story.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Her Royal Spyness: A Royal Spyness Mystery

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- by Rhys Bowen
- Narrated by Katherine Kellgren
Her Royal Spyness: A Royal Spyness Mystery

UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 9 mins)

By Rhys Bowen

Narrated By Katherine Kellgren

Overall
(2169)
Performance
(1772)
Story
(1752)

Georgie, aka Lady Victoria Georgiana Charlotte Eugenie, cousin of King George V of England, is penniless and trying to survive on her own as an ordinary person in London in 1932. So far she has managed to light a fire and boil an egg... She's gate-crashed a wedding... She's making money by secretly cleaning houses... And she's been asked to spy for Her Majesty the Queen.
Coffee Lover says: "Joy, Joy, Joy!"
"A light, entertaining Mystery"

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What made the experience of listening to Her Royal Spyness the most enjoyable?

This is the first book I've read by this author. It was a entertaining but yet a solid mystery. Listen closely......Some of the heroines narrative was especially humorous as her antics solve the mystery. Its worth the buy!

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
A Sudden, Fearful Death

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- by Anne Perry
- Narrated by Davina Porter
A Sudden, Fearful Death

UNABRIDGED (15 hrs and 41 mins)

By Anne Perry

Narrated By Davina Porter

Overall
(174)
Performance
(68)
Story
(69)

Anne Perry's Victorian murder mysteries have enthralled millions with their evocative atmosphere and finely-crafted suspense. Now, in this mesmerizing best seller, the star of these mysteries, Inspector William Monk, returns to solve the most heartbreaking case of his career.
Nina says: "Oh, yummy, yummy -- another great Anne Perry"
"Anne Perry does it again"

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What did you love best about A Sudden, Fearful Death?

A great novel. Her development of characters and descriptions of scenes are vivid. You feel you can actually imagine the different places in London and the countryside. The plot twists and turns so you can never predict "who dun it"! Give these novels a chance and you'll be hooked!

What does Davina Porter bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Yes, her narration is superb.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Broker

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- by John Grisham
- Narrated by Michael Beck
The Broker

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 4 mins)

By John Grisham

Narrated By Michael Beck

Overall
(1230)
Performance
(186)
Story
(187)

In his final hours in the Oval Office, the outgoing President grants a controversial last-minute pardon to Joel Backman, a notorious Washington power broker who has spent the last six years hidden away in a federal prison. What no one knows is that the President issues the pardon only after receiving enormous pressure from the CIA. It seems Backman, in his power broker heyday, may have obtained secrets that compromise the world's most sophisticated satellite surveillance system.
Bull says: "Grisham wins a bet."
"Don't listen to one of the newest Reader's critics"

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

Its excellent. In fact, I've just listened to it again. The character development is wonderful and learning so much more about Italy is great too.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

I kept wondering, how was Joel Baakman, going to get out of this situation. The ending was quite a surprise.

What does Michael Beck bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Micheal Beck was absolutely wonderful. He brought the story to life. How did he learn to speak Italian that well?

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

Suspensful, full of twists.

Any additional comments?

Don't listen to the readers critic on this one. a few minutes into this book will win you over. One of Grishams best!

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Notorious Nineteen: A Stephanie Plum Novel

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- by Janet Evanovich
- Narrated by Lorelei King
Notorious Nineteen: A Stephanie Plum Novel

UNABRIDGED (6 hrs and 7 mins)

By Janet Evanovich

Narrated By Lorelei King

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(1175)
Performance
(1014)
Story
(1028)

After a slow summer of chasing low-level skips for her cousin Vinnie's bail bonds agency, Stephanie Plum finally lands an assignment that could put her checkbook back in the black. Geoffrey Cubbin, facing trial for embezzling millions from Trenton's premier assisted-living facility, has mysteriously vanished from the hospital after an emergency appendectomy. Now it's on Stephanie to track down the con man. Unfortunately, Cubbin has disappeared without a trace, a witness, or his money-hungry wife. Rumors are stirring that he must have had help with the daring escape...or that maybe he never made it out of his room alive.
G. House Sr. says: "Tedious Formulaic with same-old same-old"
"Hilarious! One of the best Stephanie Plum Novels"

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What made the experience of listening to Notorious Nineteen the most enjoyable?

The narration from Lorelei King, as always, is superb. The story plot is more complex than past novels. And could it be that Stephanie and Morrelli would finally get together? This is an entertaining and fun book to listen to.

0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Killer View

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- by Ridley Pearson
- Narrated by Christopher Lane
Killer View

UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 51 mins)

By Ridley Pearson

Narrated By Christopher Lane

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(198)
Performance
(59)
Story
(61)

When a skier goes missing at Sun Valley's Galena Summit, Sheriff Walt Fleming quickly assembles his crack search-and-rescue team and heads out into the snowy night. Despite the treacherous conditions, Walt and his group, including deputy Tommy Brandon and Walt's best friend, Mark Aker, set off on skis, accompanied by highly trained search dogs. Within minutes, something goes horribly wrong.
B. Beck says: "A Thrilling Read"
"What a surprise-great book!"

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Mr Pearson is a new author to me but I'm pleasantly surprized. This is a good "listen" and I recommend it to anyone who enjoys suspense with a great plot but without "bloody gore". Christopher Lane is an excellent narrator too.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The King's Speech: How One Man Saved the British Monarchy

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- by Mark Logue , Peter Conradi
- Narrated by Simon Vance
The King's Speech: How One Man Saved the British Monarchy

UNABRIDGED (6 hrs and 54 mins)

By Mark Logue, Peter Conradi

Narrated By Simon Vance

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(480)
Performance
(285)
Story
(287)

At the urging of his wife, Elizabeth, the Duke of York (known to the royal family as "Bertie") began to see speech therapist Lionel Logue in a desperate bid to cure his lifelong stammer. Little did the two men know that this unlikely friendship - between a future monarch and a commoner born in Australia - would ultimately save the House of Windsor from collapse.
Howard says: "As enjoyable as the film, and then some."
"Wonderful for History Lovers"

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Good story; if you liked the film, you'll enjoy the added bio about Mr Logue and the King.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Taken: An Elvis Cole - Joe Pike Novel, Book 15

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- by Robert Crais
- Narrated by Luke Daniels
Taken: An Elvis Cole - Joe Pike Novel, Book 15

UNABRIDGED (7 hrs and 47 mins)

By Robert Crais

Narrated By Luke Daniels

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(457)
Performance
(396)
Story
(394)

When Nita Morales hires Elvis Cole to find her missing adult daughter, she isn’t afraid, even though she’s gotten a phone call asking for ransom. She knows it’s a fake, that her daughter is off with the guy Nita will call only “that boy,” and that they need money: "Even smart girls do stupid things when they think a boy loves them." But she is wrong....
R. Conley says: "One of the best"
"Couldn't stop listening to Joe Pike and Elvis Cole"

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Wow, what a great novel. The twists and turns keep you guessing. One of the best written by Robert Crais.

3 of 4 people found this review helpful
A Conflict of Interest: A Novel

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- by Adam Mitzner
- Narrated by David LeDoux
A Conflict of Interest: A Novel

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 33 mins)

By Adam Mitzner

Narrated By David LeDoux

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(1635)
Performance
(1307)
Story
(1317)

Alex Miller is a criminal defense lawyer leading the life he always imagined. At thirty-five, he is the youngest partner at New York City's most prestigious law firm, with a beautiful wife and a perfect daughter. When Alex's father suddenly passes away, Alex is introduced to Michael Ohlig, a rich and powerful man who holds an almost mythical place in his family lore. But Alex is surprised when Ohlig admits that he's in serious legal trouble, accused of crimes involving hundreds of millions of dollars.
Melinda says: "My 2 Cents"
"This listens like a law course"

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What did you like best about A Conflict of Interest? What did you like least?

The Narrator was good considering the bland story

Would you recommend A Conflict of Interest to your friends? Why or why not?

Yes, if they enjoy detailed courtroom dramas.

Which character ??? as performed by David LeDoux ??? was your favorite?

The main character

If this book were a movie would you go see it?

no

Any additional comments?

This is a good attempt for the authors first book.

1 of 2 people found this review helpful