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Thomas

Chandler, AZ, United States

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The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference

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- by Malcolm Gladwell
- Narrated by Malcolm Gladwell
The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference

UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 38 mins)

By Malcolm Gladwell

Narrated By Malcolm Gladwell

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(3439)
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(1188)
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(1181)

In The Tipping Point, New Yorker writer Malcolm Gladwell looks at why major changes in society happen suddenly and unexpectedly. Just as a single sick person can start an epidemic of the flu, so too can a few fare-beaters and graffiti artists fuel a subway crime wave, or a satisfied customer fill the empty tables of a new restaurant. These are social epidemics, and the moment when they take off, when they reach their critical mass, is the Tipping Point.
David says: "Makes sense to me."
"Difficult to Endure"

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The book was OK. It reads like "Freakonomics", which I loved. However, its case studies are far less compelling and too drawn out. To be honest, I only made it half way through the book before deciding to save my time for more compelling material.

1 of 2 people found this review helpful
The Golden City: The Fourth Realm, Book 3

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- by John Twelve Hawks
- Narrated by Scott Brick
The Golden City: The Fourth Realm, Book 3

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By John Twelve Hawks

Narrated By Scott Brick

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(562)
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(173)
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(175)

Struggling to protect the legacy of his Traveler father, Gabriel faces troubling new questions and relentless threats. His brother Michael, now firmly allied with the enemy, pursues his ambition to wrest power from Nathan Boone, the calculating leader of the Brethren. And Maya, the Harlequin warrior pledged to protect Gabriel at all costs, is forced to make a choice that will change her life forever.
Martin says: "Didnt feel like the end of the trilogy"
"Some truths should be known"

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In the concluding book of his Fourth Realm series, John re-iterates and further enlightens readers to the truth of the open world we live in. I appreciate that John doesn't pin a global conspiracy on any government, or government agency, but simply points out that when a government, or Google for that matter, aggregates enough information and provides search and index capabilities into that data, it can and will be mis-used. Further, John points out that scare tactics by those who seek dominion are used to persuade populations into relinquishing their freedom (e.g. Patriot Act) to obtain safety. However, those who seek to dominate are the least trustworthy and most dangerous humans of our race. As a cold warrior, I was taught that among other things America was great because we didn't have gulags in Siberia where people snatched from the street were sent without due process. Now America has Guantanamo in Cuba, and who is to say who's in there? If our government collects file cabinets full of information of each citizen, who is to say some foreign power cannot break into the database and manipulate those running for, or those in political office or other positions of great responsibility. We should all ponder how our emotions are being used against us, and perhaps John's next book should be "How to live off the Grid". I was entertained, educated and edified by John's concluding book, and highly recommend it. And of course Scott Brick is among the finest of readers.

0 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Lost Symbol

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- by Dan Brown
- Narrated by Paul Michael
The Lost Symbol

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By Dan Brown

Narrated By Paul Michael

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(7465)
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(1785)
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(1828)

Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is summoned to deliver an evening lecture in the U.S. Capitol. Within minutes of his arrival, the night takes a bizarre turn. A disturbing object is discovered in the Capitol Building. The object is an ancient invitation, meant to usher its recipient into a long-lost world of hidden esoteric wisdom. And when Langdon's mentor is kidnapped, Langdon's only hope of saving him is to accept this invitation and follow wherever it leads him.
Frank says: "Not his best"
"Classic Dan Brown - Good but the theme wears thin"

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A great story that weaves interesting, obscure facts from American History into a compelling story wrapped around Professor Langdon. The read was entertaining but predictable by its structural similarity to The DaVinci Code and Angels and Demons. That said, the end had an interesting twist. Finally, true to the finale in The DaVinci Code, the story concluded with an inspiring vision of the potential within each human, and the actions taken by many of our founding Fathers to inspire us to live up to our full human potential.

2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Trigger Men: Shadow Team, Spider-Man, the Magnificent Bastards, American Combat Sniper

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- by Hans Halberstadt
- Narrated by Johnny Heller
Trigger Men: Shadow Team, Spider-Man, the Magnificent Bastards, American Combat Sniper

UNABRIDGED (7 hrs and 39 mins)

By Hans Halberstadt

Narrated By Johnny Heller

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(327)
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(77)
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Combat veteran and author Hans Halberstadt takes listeners deeper inside the elusive world of snipers than ever before, from recruitment and training to the brutality of the killing fields. Based on hundreds of hours of exclusive interviews, Halberstadt gets inside the sniper mind and shows how snipers think and interact with each other, how missions are planned and executed, how the weapons work, and even what happens when a bullet finally strikes its target.
There are only a few hundred snipers from all the services put together in combat at any one time, making this true inside story a rare and important event.
Everett says: "One Shot, One Listen"
"An inspiring book about choosing the right"

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The book is sprinkled with information about long distance shooting techniques woven into the a fabric of stories of true American heroes. They choose to do the right thing to defend America, our soldiers, and even minimize the loss of life of our adversaries. The book is full of compelling stories of men with the skill and courage to prevail against the scum of humanity. To those present and past who have stood as Sentinels on behalf of our country, our eternal gratitude and support is offered to you and your families.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
No Comebacks

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- by Frederick Forsyth
- Narrated by Nigel Davenport
No Comebacks

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By Frederick Forsyth

Narrated By Nigel Davenport

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Deception, blackmail, murder, revenge: these are the themes of stories that move from London to the coast of Spain, from Mauritius to Dublin. Whether his subject is assassination by stealth or the cruel confidence trick, Forsyth is never less than compulsive. Whether he is telling of gun-smuggling across the Irish border or wrestling a giant game-fish to death in a tropical sea, he fills in the last authentic and evocative detail.
Ron says: "Short stories from the Master"
"OK Short stories"

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For those who like short stories, perhaps this will pan out better. I found the plots to be somewhat flat, e.g. I didn't even pick up on the transition between the first and second stories for several minutes. These might be brilliant short stories, but I'm too dense to get it, so take your chances and post your comments.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful
How to Win Friends & Influence People

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- by Dale Carnegie
- Narrated by Andrew MacMillan
How to Win Friends & Influence People

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By Dale Carnegie

Narrated By Andrew MacMillan

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You can go after the job you want...and get it! You can take the job you have...and improve it! You can take any situation you're in...and make it work for you!
Ralph says: "This is well worth listening too! Main points are."
"Brilliant Book"

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If you're interested in communicating more effectively and becoming a better human being at the same time, then this is a must read book.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Conspiracy of Fools: A True Story, Volume 1

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- by Kurt Eichenwald
- Narrated by Robertson Dean
Conspiracy of Fools: A True Story, Volume 1

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By Kurt Eichenwald

Narrated By Robertson Dean

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(158)
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(13)
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Say the name 'Enron' and most people believe they've heard all about the story that imperiled a presidency, destroyed a marketplace, and changed Washington and Wall Street forever. But in the hands of Kurt Eichenwald, the players we think we know and the business practices we think have been exposed are transformed into entirely new, and entirely gripping, material. Conspiracy of Fools is an all-true financial and political thriller of cinematic proportions.
ltlrags says: "More fiction-like than a novel"
"Overdone"

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While I enjoyed the book at first, and I'm grateful for its enlightening view of the events of Enron and the real worth of corporate boards of directors... The book went on and on and on about one fraudulent case after another. So, I enjoyed what I learned but I won't be reading the second volume.

0 of 1 people found this review helpful
America's Secret War: Inside the Struggle Between the United States and Its Enemies

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- by George Friedman
- Narrated by Brian Emerson
America's Secret War: Inside the Struggle Between the United States and Its Enemies

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By George Friedman

Narrated By Brian Emerson

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Dubbed by Barron's as "The Shadow CIA", Stratfor, George Friedman's global intelligence company, has provided analysis to Fortune 500 companies, news outlets, and even the U.S. government. Now Friedman delivers the geopolitical story that the mainstream media has been unable to uncover, the startling truth behind America's foreign policy and war effort in Afghanistan, Iraq, and beyond.
David says: "The Best"
"Worst of Audible presents..."

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In my opinion this is a story full of falsehoods presented as facts. In America's Secret War, Friedman rivals Michael Moore for twists of reality. This book discussed no relevant, new information regarding the state of american intelligence agencies. Friedman apparently authored the book to feed the paranoia of those intent on believing in government conspiracies and ineptitude, but provides no substantive facts to back up his claims. My personal experience working in and with said agencies contradicts many of the Friedmans claims calling into question all of his hyperbole. Enjoy one of the many other better books such as Digital Fortress, Chatter, or Puzzle Palace, but skip this piece of work.

4 of 8 people found this review helpful
The Da Vinci Code

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- by Dan Brown
- Narrated by Paul Michael
The Da Vinci Code

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By Dan Brown

Narrated By Paul Michael

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(112)
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While in Paris on business, Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon receives an urgent late-night phone call. The elderly curator of the Louvre has been murdered inside the museum, a baffling cipher found near the body. As Langdon and gifted French cryptologist, Sophie Neveu, sort through the bizarre riddle, they are stunned to discover a trail of clues hidden in the works of Da Vinci, clues visible for all to see and yet ingeniously disguised by the painter.
Jonas says: "Overall Good"
"Good blend of fact & fiction: enjoyable listening"

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The story is full of interesting and evocative tidbits of historical fact sprinkled with just enough fiction to glue together an exciting story.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful