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Brenda

I am a retired Court Reporter and I LOVE books. All kinds of books but my favorites are mysteries and period books. I like civil war books and some biographies.

Cleburne, TX, United States | Member Since 2008

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152 reviews
400 ratings
532 titles in library
21 purchased in 2013

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A Royal Duty

UNABRIDGED
- by Paul Burrell
- Narrated by Paul Burrell
A Royal Duty

UNABRIDGED (18 hrs and 46 mins)

By Paul Burrell

Narrated By Paul Burrell

Overall
(43)
Performance
(19)
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(19)

In A Royal Duty, Paul Burrell reveals the truth about Princess Diana, as well as a faithful account of her thoughts. He was the favourite footman who formed a unique relationship with the Queen. He was the butler who the Princess of Wales called "my rock" and "the only man I can trust". He was accused of theft, then acquitted following the historic intervention of the monarch. He was the Princess' most intimate confidant.
Brenda says: "A Royal Duty"
"A Royal Duty"

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A facinating insight to a very private and public family. It changed my opinion on quite a few things. Paul Burrell did an outstanding job.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Speak No Evil: A Novel

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- by Allison Brennan
- Narrated by Tim Lundeen
Speak No Evil: A Novel

UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 56 mins)

By Allison Brennan

Narrated By Tim Lundeen

Overall
(62)
Performance
(46)
Story
(46)

The murder of 18-year-old Angie Vance was exceptionally vile - her mouth was sealed with glue, an obscenity scrawled was across her skin, and she was suffocated in a garbage bag. The killing seems personal, so police detective Carina Kincaid focuses her efforts on the victim's much older ex-boyfriend, Steve Thomas. But without physical evidence, Carina can't make a collar or a case. She also can't stop Sheriff Nick Thomas, the prime suspect's brother, from conducting his own unwelcome investigation.
Sharon says: "Waiting for rest!"
"Really Good Book"

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This book was well written and the story line good. It held my attention from the first and I was sorry when it was over.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Never Goin' Back: Winning the Weight-Loss Battle for Good

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- by Al Roker
- Narrated by Al Roker
Never Goin' Back: Winning the Weight-Loss Battle for Good

UNABRIDGED (4 hrs and 41 mins)

By Al Roker

Narrated By Al Roker

Overall
(34)
Performance
(30)
Story
(31)

Al Roker’s aha! moment came a decade ago. He was closing in on 350 pounds when he promised his dying father that he wasn’t going to keep living as he was. That led to his decision for a stomach bypass - and his life-changing drop to 190. But 50 of those pounds gradually crept back until he finally devised a plan, stuck to it, and got his life back. Never Going Back is Roker’s inspiring, candid, and often hilarious story of self-discovery, revealing a (now slimmer) side of his life that no one knows.
Brenda says: "Very inspiring"
"Very inspiring"

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Al told his story in a way that you can identify with if you have a weight problem and even if you don't you learn something helpful in everyday life. I highly recomend this book.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Twelve Clues of Christmas: A Royal Spyness Mystery

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- by Rhys Bowen
- Narrated by Katherine Kellgren
The Twelve Clues of Christmas: A Royal Spyness Mystery

UNABRIDGED (9 hrs and 8 mins)

By Rhys Bowen

Narrated By Katherine Kellgren

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(802)
Performance
(719)
Story
(714)

On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me—well, actually, my true love, Darcy O’Mara, is spending a feliz navidad tramping around South America. Meanwhile, Mummy is holed up in a tiny village called Tiddleton-under-Lovey with that droll Noel Coward! And I’m snowed in at Castle Rannoch with my bumbling brother, Binky, and sourpuss sister-in-law, Fig.
Felicia says: "It was a great Christmas Who-Done-It!"
"love this book"

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I love everything about this series. It has royalty, drama, laughter and mystery. The main character is so loveable and funny, and ver smart.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Biting Cold: Chicagoland Vampires, Book 6

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- by Chloe Neill
- Narrated by Sophie Eastlake
Biting Cold: Chicagoland Vampires, Book 6

UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 40 mins)

By Chloe Neill

Narrated By Sophie Eastlake

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(446)
Performance
(408)
Story
(405)

Turned into a vampire against her will, 28-year-old Merit found her way into the dark circle of Chicago's vampire underground, where she learned there was more to supernaturals than met the eye - and more supernaturals than the public ever imagined. And not all the secrets she learned were for sharing - among humans or inhumans. Now Merit is on the hunt, charging across the stark American Midwest, tailing a rogue supernatural intent on stealing an ancient artifact that could unleash catastrophic evil on the world. But Merit is also the prey.
mhecker says: "oh, NO!!!"
"Very poor narrator"

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I'm not quite through with it but it's the narrator. I just can't get past her. This series is just not her deal, which detracts so much from the story line.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Twice Bitten: Chicagoland Vampires, Book 3

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- by Chloe Neill
- Narrated by Cynthia Holloway
Twice Bitten: Chicagoland Vampires, Book 3

UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 15 mins)

By Chloe Neill

Narrated By Cynthia Holloway

Overall
(767)
Performance
(534)
Story
(545)

Merit, Chicago's newest vampire, is learning how to play well with others. Other supernaturals, that is. Shapeshifters from across the country are convening in the Windy City, and as a gesture of peace, Master vampire Ethan Sullivan has offered their leader a very special bodyguard: Merit. Merit is supposed to protect the Alpha, Gabriel Keene - and to spy for the vamps while she's at it. Oh, and luckily Ethan's offering some steamy one-on-one combat training sessions to help her prepare for the mission.
Karen says: "Another writer for my "paranormal favorites' list"
"I loved this book"

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It was sort of hard to follow for me at the first but that was my fault. It's such a good series and very definitely worth your time. Narrator is really good.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Friday Night Bites: Chicagoland Vampires, Book 2

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- by Chloe Neill
- Narrated by Cynthia Holloway
Friday Night Bites: Chicagoland Vampires, Book 2

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 44 mins)

By Chloe Neill

Narrated By Cynthia Holloway

Overall
(808)
Performance
(579)
Story
(586)

"Vampires in Chicago! You'd think headlines like that would have provoked the fine citizens of the Windy City to take up arms against us bloodsucking fiends. Instead, 10 months later, we're enjoying a celebrity status reserved for the Hollywood elite - fending off paparazzi only slightly less dangerous than cross- and stake-wielding slayers. Don't get me wrong. Joe Public isn't exactly thrilled to be living side-by-side with the undead, but at least they haven't stormed the castle...yet."
Emily says: "Yes, you should jugde this book by the cover."
"Very exciting . . ."

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This book is very exciting with a new twist to a vampire story. I really enjoyed it. The narrator is really good.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Drink Deep: Chicagoland Vampires, Book 5

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- by Chloe Neill
- Narrated by Cynthia Holloway
Drink Deep: Chicagoland Vampires, Book 5

UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 18 mins)

By Chloe Neill

Narrated By Cynthia Holloway

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(584)
Performance
(531)
Story
(532)

Clouds are brewing over Cadogan House, and recently turned vampire Merit can't tell if this is the darkness before the dawn or the calm before the storm. With the city itself in turmoil over paranormals and the state threatening to pass a paranormal-registration act, times haven't been this precarious for vampires since they came out of the closet. If only they could lay for a bit, and let the mortals calm down. But that's when the waters of Lake Michigan suddenly turn pitch black - and things really start getting ugly.
Kirstin says: "Best Book of the Series"
"Such drama but I loved it"

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This book is great. There was so much drama and real surprises. Things really happened that I didn't see coming. The narrator in this series is really very good.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Hard Bitten: Chicagoland Vampires, Book 4

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- by Chloe Neill
- Narrated by Cynthia Holloway
Hard Bitten: Chicagoland Vampires, Book 4

UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 25 mins)

By Chloe Neill

Narrated By Cynthia Holloway

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(666)
Performance
(508)
Story
(511)

Times are hard for newly minted vampire Merit. Ever since shapeshifters announced their presence to the world, humans have been rallying against supernaturals---and they're camping outside of Cadogan House with protest signs that could turn to pitchforks at any moment. Inside its doors, things between Merit and her Master, green-eyed heartbreaker Ethan Sullivan, are tense.
Stephanie says: "EXECELLENT"
"Great series"

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I really like this series even though it's kind of out there. It has everything drama, romance, action and so much more.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Honor's Splendour

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- by Julie Garwood
- Narrated by Anne Flosnik
Honor's Splendour

UNABRIDGED (13 hrs and 48 mins)

By Julie Garwood

Narrated By Anne Flosnik

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(578)
Performance
(298)
Story
(299)

In the feuding English court, gentle Lady Madelyne suffered the cruel whims of her ruthless brother, Baron Louddon. Then, in vengeance for a bitter crime, Baron Duncan of Wexton—the Wolf—unleashed his warriors against Louddon's domain. Exquisite Madelyne was the prize he catured...but when he gazed upon the proud beauty, he pledged to protect her with his life.
Karen says: "Good Book, Bad Narrator"
"So Romantic"

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Garwood knows her stuff. This book was full of action, war and romance. The male lead is so strong but so sexy. I hope I will be able to read all of her books.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
How To Marry a Millionaire Vampire: Love at Stake, Book 1

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- by Kerrelyn Sparks
- Narrated by Suzanne Cypress
How To Marry a Millionaire Vampire: Love at Stake, Book 1

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 35 mins)

By Kerrelyn Sparks

Narrated By Suzanne Cypress

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(622)
Performance
(456)
Story
(457)

So what if he's a bit older and usually regards a human female as dinner, not a dinner date? Yes, Roman Draganesti is a vampire, but a vampire who lost one of his fangs sinking his teeth into something he shouldn't have. Now he has one night to find a dentist before his natural healing abilities close the wound, leaving him a lopsided eater for all eternity. Things aren't going well for Shanna Whelan either... After witnessing a gruesome murder by the Russian mafia, she's next on their hit list. And her career as a dentist appears to be on a downward spiral because she's afraid of blood.
Rebecca says: "God's Blood these vampires are elf-like"
"This book has everything"

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From the moment you start listening you will be hooked. It has romance, humor, mystery and so much more. I listened to it in one day. I love being able to laugh and cry in the same book. Each characterd was well done. It's a fun read.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful