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Cherry

Ocala, FL, United States | Member Since 2011

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On Call in Hell: A Doctor's Iraq War Story

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- by Richard Jadick , Thomas Hayden
- Narrated by Lloyd James
On Call in Hell: A Doctor's Iraq War Story

UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 12 mins)

By Richard Jadick, Thomas Hayden

Narrated By Lloyd James

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(100)
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(42)
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(43)

Cdr. Richard Jadick's story is one of the most extraordinary to come out of the war in Iraq. At 38, the last place the Navy doctor was expected to be was on the front lines. He was too old to be called up, but not too old to volunteer. In November 2004, with the military reeling from an acute doctor shortage, Jadick chose to accompany the First Battalion, Eighth Marine Regiment (the "1/8") to Iraq.
Steven Burkholder says: "Neither a comedy nor a war story"
"On Call In Hell: A Doctor's Iraq War Story"

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

yes, it is an interesting point of view. Having served in Iraq in 2003 with a Fleet Hospital within the combat zone, his story is very real and acurate and yet he was more involved in the urban warfare than my personal experience.

What did you like best about this story?

The physician's point of view. I have read other similar books but from a nurse's perspective.

Have you listened to any of Lloyd James’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
One Second After

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- by William R. Forstchen
- Narrated by Joe Barrett
One Second After

UNABRIDGED (13 hrs and 21 mins)

By William R. Forstchen

Narrated By Joe Barrett

Whispersync for Voice-ready

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(3838)
Performance
(1919)
Story
(1928)

Already cited on the floor of Congress and discussed in the corridors of the Pentagon as a book all Americans should read, One Second After is the story of a war scenario that could become all too terrifyingly real. Based upon a real weapon - the Electro Magnetic Pulse (EMP) - which may already be in the hands of our enemies, it is a truly realistic look at the awesome power of a weapon that can destroy the entire United States.
Andy Spooner says: "A page-turner, no doubt, but..."
"Scary but fascinating"

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What did you love best about One Second After?

It gives you an idea about what skills you need to hone - just in case our comfortable way of life should change.

What was one of the most memorable moments of One Second After?

As a part of the medical profession...we have forgotten how much medical technology has impacted on our lives and on our longevity.

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

Yes

Any additional comments?

I have even purchased the paperback to share with others

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Fifty Shades of Grey: Book One of the Fifty Shades Trilogy

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- by E. L. James
- Narrated by Becca Battoe
Fifty Shades of Grey: Book One of the Fifty Shades Trilogy

UNABRIDGED (19 hrs and 47 mins)

By E. L. James

Narrated By Becca Battoe

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(11016)
Performance
(8730)
Story
(9335)

When literature student Anastasia Steele goes to interview young entrepreneur Christian Grey, she encounters a man who is beautiful, brilliant, and intimidating. The unworldly, innocent Ana is startled to realize she wants this man and, despite his enigmatic reserve, finds she is desperate to get close to him. Unable to resist Ana’s quiet beauty, wit, and independent spirit, Grey admits he wants her, too—but on his own terms.
Penelope Poopendorfer says: "Holy Crap minus the Holy"
"Fifty Shades of Grey"

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Would you try another book from E. L. James and/or Becca Battoe?

No I don't think so. Others who have read the whole series tell me to hang in there it gets better. I guess my feelings are I shouldn't have to hang in there to get to the best part of the story.

What could E. L. James have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you?

Less email, more development of the characters other that "how perfect and hot" they are

What about Becca Battoe’s performance did you like?

Fine

What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment?

I hated the endless emails....part of the reason I read is to get away from day to day stuff- like email.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Kill Shot: An American Assassin Thriller

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- by Vince Flynn
- Narrated by George Guidall
Kill Shot: An American Assassin Thriller

UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 49 mins)

By Vince Flynn

Narrated By George Guidall

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(2968)
Performance
(2502)
Story
(2485)

For months, Mitch Rapp has been steadily working his way through a list of men, bullet by bullet. With each kill, the tangled network of monsters responsible for the slaughter of 270 civilians becomes increasingly clear. He is given his next target: a plump Libyan diplomat who is prone to drink and is currently in Paris without a single bodyguard. Rapp finds him completely unprotected and asleep in his bed. With confidence in his well-honed skills and conviction of the man’s guilt, he easily sends a bullet into the man’s skull. But in the split second it takes the bullet to leave the silenced pistol, everything changes.
Linda says: "I'd listen to Guidall read the tax code, so..."
"Kill Shot"

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I love all his books. They aren't normally what I had read in the past. I had picked up the 1st book years ago...pretty much out of desparation for anything to read while deployed in Iraq with Fleet Hosp in 2003. Have been a fan every since. When ever a book comes out...I pretty much tell my husband I am doing "nothing" today. His response "Oh, another Mitch Rapp book"

What did you like best about this story?

the intrique, the travel, that he is a survivor....

What about George Guidall’s performance did you like?

Excellent

Any additional comments?

I feel like we need a hero and Mitch Rapp fits that

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business

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- by Charles Duhigg
- Narrated by Mike Chamberlain
The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business

UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 53 mins)

By Charles Duhigg

Narrated By Mike Chamberlain

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(2885)
Performance
(2396)
Story
(2365)

At its core, The Power of Habit contains an exhilarating argument: The key to exercising regularly, losing weight, raising exceptional children, becoming more productive, building revolutionary companies and social movements, and achieving success is understanding how habits work. Habits aren’t destiny. As Charles Duhigg shows, by harnessing this new science, we can transform our businesses, our communities, and our lives.
Mehra says: "Nice! A guide on how to change"
"The power of Habit"

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

A very interesting book. Very different than what I normal listen to. However extremely interesting how habit affects our day to day life AND how retail manipulates our habits to their benefit. Who knew so much study went into our every day to day purchases

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Anatomy of Deception

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- by Lawrence Goldstone
- Narrated by David Ackroyd
The Anatomy of Deception

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 22 mins)

By Lawrence Goldstone

Narrated By David Ackroyd

Overall
(213)
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(31)
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(31)

In the morgue of a Philadelphia hospital, a group of physicians open a coffin and uncover the corpse of a beautiful young woman. What they see takes their breath away. Within days, one of them strongly suspects that he knows the woman's identity - and the horrifying events that led to her death.
Doris says: "EXCEPTIONAL!!"
"Medical Mystery"

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What did you love best about The Anatomy of Deception?

I come from a medical background so I enjoyed the details of medical school/instruction and autopsies with an interesting story woven into the details.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful
How to Be an American Housewife: A Novel

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- by Margaret Dilloway
- Narrated by Laural Merlington , Emily Durante
How to Be an American Housewife: A Novel

UNABRIDGED (7 hrs and 49 mins)

By Margaret Dilloway

Narrated By Laural Merlington, Emily Durante

Overall
(133)
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(103)
Story
(105)

How to Be an American Housewife is a novel about mothers and daughters and the pull of tradition. It tells the story of Shoko, a Japanese woman who married an American GI, and her grown daughter, Sue, a divorced mother whose life as an American housewife hasn't been what she'd expected. When illness prevents Shoko from traveling to Japan, she asks Sue to go in her place. The trip reveals family secrets that change their lives in dramatic and unforeseen ways.
CAREY says: "Well told tale!"
"How to be an American Housewife"

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Would you consider the audio edition of How to Be an American Housewife to be better than the print version?

Yes

What was one of the most memorable moments of How to Be an American Housewife?

I enjoyed the entire book. Having served in the Navy and stationed in Japan I enjoyed memories - that her descriptions of japan and japanese culture evoked.

Have you listened to any of Laural Merlington and Emily Durante ’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No, I haven't but now would consider reading more their books.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful