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Silvano

Toronto, ON, Canada | Member Since 2010

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10 reviews
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117 titles in library
8 purchased in 2013

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The Last Policeman

UNABRIDGED
- by Ben H. Winters
- Narrated by Peter Berkrot
The Last Policeman

UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 20 mins)

By Ben H. Winters

Narrated By Peter Berkrot

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Overall
(272)
Performance
(243)
Story
(248)

What’s the point in solving murders if we’re all going to die soon, anyway? Detective Hank Palace has faced this question ever since asteroid 2011GV1 hovered into view. There’s no chance left. No hope. Just six precious months until impact. The Last Policeman presents a fascinating portrait of a pre-apocalyptic United States. The economy spirals downward while crops rot in the fields. Churches and synagogues are packed. People all over the world are walking off the job - but not Hank Palace. He’s investigating a death by hanging.
Josh says: "There was trepidation ..."
"Great story with a new twist"

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If you could sum up The Last Policeman in three words, what would they be?

innovative, gripping, detailed

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

Took a while to get into the story but yes it did keep me wanting more

Any additional comments?

Can't wait to finish the trilogy. I have an idea as to where it might be goig but good job to the author to come up with a new twist for this genre

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
14

UNABRIDGED
- by Peter Clines
- Narrated by Ray Porter
14

UNABRIDGED (12 hrs and 38 mins)

By Peter Clines

Narrated By Ray Porter

Overall
(6265)
Performance
(5664)
Story
(5643)

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!!"
"Great story Gripping"

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What did you love best about 14?

This novel hooks your from the first sentence and remains suspenseful .
I would definitely recommend this book

Any additional comments?

I would love to have the author write a prequel to the main story

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Strain

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- by Guillermo Del Toro , Chuck Hogan
- Narrated by Ron Perlman
The Strain

UNABRIDGED (13 hrs and 36 mins)

By Guillermo Del Toro, Chuck Hogan

Narrated By Ron Perlman

Overall
(1806)
Performance
(764)
Story
(773)

The visionary creator of the Academy Award-winning Pan's Labyrinth and a Hammett Award-winning author bring their imaginations to this bold, epic novel about a horrifying battle between man and vampire that threatens all humanity. It is the first installment in a thrilling trilogy and an extraordinary international publishing event.
Frank says: "Painful to get through"
"Great take on the Undead story"

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Loved the book. Great to have a new take in this genre. Will keep reading the next book in the series

1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich: A History of Nazi Germany

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- by William L. Shirer
- Narrated by Grover Gardner
The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich: A History of Nazi Germany

UNABRIDGED (57 hrs and 13 mins)

By William L. Shirer

Narrated By Grover Gardner

Overall
(2362)
Performance
(1490)
Story
(1494)

Since its publication in 1960, William L. Shirer’s monumental study of Hitler’s German empire has been widely acclaimed as the definitive record of the 20th century’s blackest hours. The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich offers an unparalleled and thrillingly told examination of how Adolf Hitler nearly succeeded in conquering the world. With millions of copies in print around the globe, it has attained the status of a vital and enduring classic.
Jonnie says: "Held my interest for 57 hours and 13 minutes"
"EXCELLENT !!!!"

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This book really takes you through how all these eventas happened from someone who was actually there to see it. Great for any history buff. Very long but worth it

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
KaChing: How to Run an Online Business that Pays and Pays

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- by Joel Comm
- Narrated by Walter Dixon
KaChing: How to Run an Online Business that Pays and Pays

UNABRIDGED (7 hrs and 59 mins)

By Joel Comm

Narrated By Walter Dixon

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Overall
(81)
Performance
(23)
Story
(23)

The Web is a powerful “money button” that can connect you with vast networks of customers, solidify your business image, and create continual growth. The key is in knowing how to install that button effectively. In an era of blogging, social networking, message boards, and web sites for every subject under the sun, it’s difficult to figure out which Internet tools are the ones that will make your virtual register go “KaChing!”
Kuipers says: "The title is misleading"
"Good primer for online income"

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Author explains many of the basics as well as advanced techniques to making money online. Very good

6 of 8 people found this review helpful
Patient Zero: The Joe Ledger Novels, Book 1

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- by Jonathan Maberry
- Narrated by Ray Porter
Patient Zero: The Joe Ledger Novels, Book 1

UNABRIDGED (14 hrs and 45 mins)

By Jonathan Maberry

Narrated By Ray Porter

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Overall
(2115)
Performance
(1564)
Story
(1550)

When you have to kill the same terrorist twice in one week there’s either something wrong with your world or something wrong with your skills - and there’s nothing wrong with Joe Ledger’s skills. And that’s both a good and a bad thing. It’s good because he’s a Baltimore detective who has just been secretly recruited by the government to lead a new task force created to deal with the problems that Homeland Security can’t handle....
James says: "Drop Dead and get back up great."
"Surprisingly good"

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I was not expecting too much from this book but I was surprised. Unique take on the zombie story. I am waiting for more if this series continues.

0 of 2 people found this review helpful
The Dreaming Void: Void Trilogy, Book 1

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- by Peter F. Hamilton
- Narrated by John Lee
The Dreaming Void: Void Trilogy, Book 1

UNABRIDGED (22 hrs and 38 mins)

By Peter F. Hamilton

Narrated By John Lee

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Overall
(1606)
Performance
(815)
Story
(825)

AD 3580. The Intersolar Commonwealth has spread through the galaxy to over a thousand star systems. It is a culture of rich diversity with a place for everyone. A powerful navy protects it from any hostile species that may lurk among the stars. For Commonwealth citizens, even death has been overcome.
Ethan M. says: "Solid Hamiltonian Space Opera"
"Long and rambling"

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Wow it has been a while since a book deviated so much from it's main theme. I love scifi but most of the time I was lost and confused as to what was happening. I think this author need a strong editor. It was a real chore to finish it and I will pass on the next 2 books of this series. I am starting Fallen Dragon from this author and I hope for much better. His writing is style is very good but this book was all over the place as far as where the storyline went. Narration was very good.

1 of 3 people found this review helpful
The Historian

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- by Elizabeth Kostova
- Narrated by Joanne Whalley , Dennis Boutsikaris , Rosalyn Landor , Martin Jarvis , Robin Atkin Downes , Jim Ward
The Historian

UNABRIDGED (26 hrs and 5 mins)

By Elizabeth Kostova

Narrated By Joanne Whalley, Dennis Boutsikaris, Rosalyn Landor, and others

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Overall
(2346)
Performance
(737)
Story
(737)

Late one night, exploring her father's library, a young woman finds an ancient book and a cache of yellowing letters. The letters are all addressed to "My dear and unfortunate successor", and they plunge her into a world she never dreamed of: a labyrinth where the secrets of her father's past and her mother's mysterious fate connect to an inconceivable evil hidden in the depths of history.
Branden says: "Phenomenallly detailed..."
"Ugh!!!!!!!!!!"

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Wow this book was torture to finish. Way too long and not very exciting. I felt like someone was giving me a history lesson of eastern europe or was describing a vacation in detail. Might be for other people but I was disappointed in this very slow moving book

2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest

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- by Stieg Larsson
- Narrated by Saul Reichlin
The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest

UNABRIDGED (25 hrs and 13 mins)

By Stieg Larsson

Narrated By Saul Reichlin

Overall
(1262)
Performance
(522)
Story
(523)

Lisbeth Salander lies in Intensive Care with a bullet lodged in her head. She will face trial for three murders and one attempted murder on her release. With the help of journalist Mikael Blomkvist, Salander must not only prove her innocence, but identify and denounce the corrupt politicians that have allowed the vulnerable to become victims of abuse and violence. Salander is now ready to fight back.
Olga says: "A Fabulous Finale"
"Great narration by Saul. Book was very slow"

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Thought it would be better. Not awful but it dragged on in many spots

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Passage

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- by Justin Cronin
- Narrated by Scott Brick , Adenrele Ojo , Abby Craden
The Passage

UNABRIDGED (36 hrs and 52 mins)

By Justin Cronin

Narrated By Scott Brick, Adenrele Ojo, Abby Craden

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Overall
(5563)
Performance
(2000)
Story
(1997)

First, the unthinkable: a security breach at a secret U.S. government facility unleashes the monstrous product of a chilling military experiment. Then, the unspeakable: a night of chaos and carnage gives way to sunrise on a nation, and ultimately a world, forever altered. All that remains for the stunned survivors is the long fight ahead and a future ruled by fear—of darkness, of death, of a fate far worse.
Nicole says: "You love it or you hate it..."
"Fantastic !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

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Not sure where the negative comments are coming from. Great book. I thought 40 hrs would take forever but I was done in just over 1 week. Creatures are frightening, heroes have faults, great narration by Scott. Great book and the ending was (well you will have to hear it). A plus

1 of 2 people found this review helpful