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pattigurl

Plantation, FL, United States | Member Since 2006

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247 titles in library
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And When She Was Good

UNABRIDGED
- by Laura Lippman
- Narrated by Linda Emond
And When She Was Good

UNABRIDGED (9 hrs and 47 mins)

By Laura Lippman

Narrated By Linda Emond

Overall
(288)
Performance
(245)
Story
(243)

Heloise considers it a blessing to be a person who seldom attracts attention. In her suburb, she's just a mom, the young widow with the forgettable job, who somehow never misses a soccer game. In the state capital, she's the redheaded lobbyist with a good cause and a mediocre track record. But in discreet hotel rooms throughout the area, she's the woman of your dreams - if you can afford the hourly fee. For more than a decade, Heloise believed she was safe, managing to keep up this rigidly compartmentalized life. But her secret life is under siege. One county over, another so-called suburban madam has been found dead in her car, an apparent suicide.
Pamela says: "She WAS good"
"It kept me interested."

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What made the experience of listening to And When She Was Good the most enjoyable?

I really enjoyed the narrator's voice. Looking forward to hearing more work she's done.

If you’ve listened to books by Laura Lippman before, how does this one compare?

This is my first book from this author but I intend on listening more now that I've listened to this one.

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

I really enjoyed her voice. Not too much inflection but not too boring and she differentiates characters well without trying too hard.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I thought some things were unrealistic but sometimes even the truth is unrealistic.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Always Something There to Remind Me

UNABRIDGED
- by Beth Harbison
- Narrated by Orlagh Cassidy
Always Something There to Remind Me

UNABRIDGED (9 hrs and 40 mins)

By Beth Harbison

Narrated By Orlagh Cassidy

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(57)
Performance
(41)
Story
(42)

Can you ever really know if love is true? And if it is, should you stop at anything to get it? Two decades ago, Erin Edwards was sure she’d already found the love of her life: Nate Lawson. Her first love. The one with whom she shared everything--dreams of the future, of children, plans for forever. The one she thought she would spend the rest of her life with. Until one terrible night when Erin made a mistake Nate could not forgive and left her to mourn the relationship she could never forget or get over.
Missy says: "For all those with a romantic heart..."
"The story really made me lose faith in women"

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Story

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

For a sappy woman I guess but not for the realist.

What was most disappointing about Beth Harbison’s story?

It was interesting but to hear of a woman pining away for a man who didn't care enough to be honest with her is just terribly disappointing in this day and age. Who is that foolish in life? Aren't women over the fairy tale already?

Which character – as performed by Orlagh Cassidy – was your favorite?

Cam is the best and most realistic character. Out of the mouths of babes, they say.

Could you see Always Something There to Remind Me being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?

The story is very Hollywood.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful
An Accidental Affair

UNABRIDGED
- by Eric Jerome Dickey
- Narrated by Christopher Lane
An Accidental Affair

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 55 mins)

By Eric Jerome Dickey

Narrated By Christopher Lane

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(110)
Performance
(96)
Story
(95)

James Thicke is a man whose mysterious past runs as deep as his violent streak. He’s channeled the intensity of his soul into twin passions - success as a screenwriter and marriage to movie actress Regina Baptiste. In the midst of filming his latest script, starring Regina and leading man Johnny Bergs, James receives a video of his wife caught in the most compromising of situations.
Sheba says: "A Great Story and a Great Read!"
"I was with this until this demi-god..."

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What did you like best about An Accidental Affair? What did you like least?

The narrator is awesome. Very good diction and command of language. Great with accents. A good storyteller.But really? Some corny writer kills a known family of thugs? So unrealistic that it's actually funny that the writer thought readers wold be bowled over by it.

Would you recommend An Accidental Affair to your friends? Why or why not?

Sure but some of my friends would be just as disappointed by the ending.

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

I've not listened to him but love his voice.

Could you see An Accidental Affair being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?

Yes since Americans seem to love the unrealistic.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Too Beautiful to Dance

UNABRIDGED
- by Diana Appleyard
- Narrated by Juanita McMahon
Too Beautiful to Dance

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 7 mins)

By Diana Appleyard

Narrated By Juanita McMahon

Overall
(35)
Performance
(4)
Story
(5)

Sara never doubted her husband, the successful, handsome Matt. Then his best friend blurts out the horrible truth - that he has a bright young girlfriend to match his glittering career. Unable to bear the pain and humiliation, Sara decides to get away - to Cornwall, where in a dilapidated cottage by the sea she hopes to find...healing? Or a new life?
Penny says: "A Sure "5""
"Great story until the ending..."

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You're left completely wondering what's next with all the characters. I felt it was way too incomplete...like the story just cut off.

But the narrator is wonderful and the writer is good at detail.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
A Perfect Divorce

UNABRIDGED
- by Francesca Clementis
- Narrated by Rachel Atkins
A Perfect Divorce

UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 16 mins)

By Francesca Clementis

Narrated By Rachel Atkins

Overall
(7)
Performance
(0)
Story
(0)

Jenny and Mark have been together since they were at school. Now they are getting a divorce - largely, it would appear, because it is easier than answering difficult questions. (For example, why has it taken them 15 years to get married?) Only Jenny and Mark are determined that their carefully planned separation will lead to the world's first truly amicable divorce. But Jenny and Mark's friends and family are not so happy about their plans for a 'perfect divorce'. They find their loyalties divided.
pattigurl says: "Absolutely hilarious."
"Absolutely hilarious."

Overall
Performance
Story

I'm an American but I love British wit and this book is full of it. The author has written very well and the narrator does a very good job expressing the characters.

The idea that one person can cause shakeups in all of her relationships by either disclosing or not disclosing certain information is really believable and unbelievable at the same time.

This was a very enjoyable listen.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Diary of a Mistress

UNABRIDGED
- by Miasha
- Narrated by Claudia Alick
Diary of a Mistress

UNABRIDGED (4 hrs and 54 mins)

By Miasha

Narrated By Claudia Alick

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(100)
Performance
(32)
Story
(34)

Monica counts her blessings: she has a husband who is not only devoted to her but committed to being a strong, caring father to their twin sons. When Carlos surprises her with an unforgettably romantic getaway, Monica knows her husband is still very much in love with her—and she with him. But an unexpected package threatens to change everything Monica’s ever believed about her husband.
Tiffany says: "Good Book"
"A little predictable."

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But a good distraction if you need it. Not the best writing but these kinds of books never are.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Thicker than Water

UNABRIDGED
- by Anthea Fraser
- Narrated by Anna Bentinck
Thicker than Water

UNABRIDGED (12 hrs and 1 min)

By Anthea Fraser

Narrated By Anna Bentinck

Overall
(9)
Performance
(2)
Story
(2)

James Markham's family are shocked when he jilts his fiancée for a woman he met only days earlier and about whom he appears to know very little. When they meet Abigail they are swayed by her beauty and charm, but puzzled by the aura of mystery that surrounds her.
pattigurl says: "Suspenseful"
"Suspenseful"

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I really enjoyed this book. It was quite suspenseful and eery at times but not overbearing. This one had me glued to my headphones.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Good in Bed

ABRIDGED
- by Jennifer Weiner
- Narrated by Paula Cale
Good in Bed

ABRIDGED (5 hrs)

By Jennifer Weiner

Narrated By Paula Cale

Overall
(455)
Performance
(66)
Story
(66)

The day Cannie Shapiro, a savvy, intelligent, plus-sized pop culture reporter, opens up a national women's magazine to find out that her ex-boyfriend has been chronicling their ex-sex life is the day her life changes forever. Good in Bed celebrates the courage of the human spirit and introduces you to a heroine you'll never forget.
Tracy says: "A Genuine Surprise"
"Enjoyed listening"

Overall
Performance
Story

Narrator was slightly nasal but the listen was bearable. The story was good and I think many of today's contemporary women could relate to the character.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
And One Last Thing...

UNABRIDGED
- by Molly Harper
- Narrated by Amanda Ronconi
And One Last Thing...

UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 23 mins)

By Molly Harper

Narrated By Amanda Ronconi

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(1972)
Performance
(1381)
Story
(1378)

Lacey Terwilliger's shock and humiliation over her husband's philandering prompt her to add some bonus material to Mike's company newsletter: stunning Technicolor descriptions of the special brand of "administrative support" his receptionist gives him. The detailed mass e-mail to Mike's family, friends, and clients blows up in her face, and before one can say "instant urban legend", Lacey has become the pariah of her small Kentucky town and a media punch line....
Denise says: "For me this was such a HOOT!!!"
"Great book but very hard to listen to the narrator"

Overall
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Story

The narrator's voice was quite nasal and made the story difficult to listen to. But the story was great. Predictable ending but I don't have a problem with that.

2 of 13 people found this review helpful
Control

UNABRIDGED
- by Kayla Perrin
- Narrated by Madison Vaughn
Control

UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 27 mins)

By Kayla Perrin

Narrated By Madison Vaughn

Overall
(37)
Performance
(15)
Story
(15)

Their romance was a modern-day fairy tale: handsome older millionaire falls for struggling young waitress. Robert swept Elsie off her feet - and into his bed - put a huge diamond on her finger and spirited her away in his private jet destined for happily-ever-after. Eight years later, Elsie Kolstadt realizes the clock has struck midnight. The five-star restaurants, exclusive address and exotic vacations can no longer make up for Robert's desire to control everything.
Samantha says: "Awsome!"
"The narrator has a nice soothing but crisp voice."

Overall
Performance
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The book was pretty predictable. The character sometimes unbelievable in her naivete. Otherwise it's a decent listen.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful