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Sandy Brannin

Gilbert, AZ, US | Member Since 2009

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76 purchased in 2013

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Shadow of Night

UNABRIDGED
- by Deborah Harkness
- Narrated by Jennifer Ikeda
Shadow of Night

UNABRIDGED (24 hrs and 30 mins)

By Deborah Harkness

Narrated By Jennifer Ikeda

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(3973)
Performance
(3533)
Story
(3514)

Now, picking up from A Discovery of Witches' cliff-hanger ending, Shadow of Night plunges Diana Bishop and Matthew Clairmont into Elizabethan London, a world of spies, subterfuge, and a coterie of Matthew's old friends, the mysterious School of Night that includes Christopher Marlowe and Walter Raleigh. Here, Diana must locate a witch to tutor her in magic, Matthew is forced to confront a past he thought he had put to rest, and the mystery of Ashmole 782 deepens. Deborah Harkness has crafted a gripping journey through a world of alchemy, time travel, and magical discoveries.
Hallie says: "Even better than A Discovery of Witches"
"Write faster"

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

Absolutely

What other book might you compare Shadow of Night to and why?

The Outlander or Into the Wilderness

Which character ??? as performed by Jennifer Ikeda ??? was your favorite?

All of them

Who was the most memorable character of Shadow of Night and why?

Phillip, He really dose right by everyone even 100's of years in to the future.

Any additional comments?

This is a story you will go back to many times.

1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Charleston

UNABRIDGED
- by John Jakes
- Narrated by George Guidall
Charleston

UNABRIDGED (18 hrs and 25 mins)

By John Jakes

Narrated By George Guidall

Overall
(44)
Performance
(28)
Story
(27)

Charleston follows the lives, loves, and shifting fortunes of the Bells - saints and evil-doers mingled in one unforgettable family - from the American Revolution through the turbulent antebellum years to the Civil War and the savage defeat of the Confederacy. Delving into our country's history as only he can, Jakes paints a powerful portrait of the Charleston aristocracy who zealously guarded their privilege and position, harboring dark family secrets that threatened to destroy them all.
Angelyn says: "Trite"
"Boring"

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I was very disappointed in this one. Thais story did not even hold my attention and the story was so boring I couldn’t ever finish it.
Expected better from this author.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Warbreaker

UNABRIDGED
- by Brandon Sanderson
- Narrated by James Yaegashi
Warbreaker

UNABRIDGED (24 hrs and 46 mins)

By Brandon Sanderson

Narrated By James Yaegashi

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(1780)
Performance
(1002)
Story
(1015)

An author whose previous, wildly successful novels have earned him a reputation as fantasy's master of magic, Brandon Sanderson continues to dazzle audiences with this tale of princesses and gods. In this extraordinary world, those who attain glory return as gods. And those who can master the essence known as breath can perform the most wondrous miracles - or unleash the most devastating havoc.
Ashanti says: "A very satisfying story."
"Oh Well"

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Oh well, was disappointed fro the first time by Brandon.
After the Mist Born series I didn’t think I would be but I was disappointed. Wasn’t a bad book but no a very goon one either.
Can't win them all.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Lies of Locke Lamora

UNABRIDGED
- by Scott Lynch
- Narrated by Michael Page
The Lies of Locke Lamora

UNABRIDGED (22 hrs and 3 mins)

By Scott Lynch

Narrated By Michael Page

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(1477)
Performance
(871)
Story
(883)

An orphan's life is harsh---and often short---in the island city of Camorr, built on the ruins of a mysterious alien race. But born with a quick wit and a gift for thieving, Locke Lamora has dodged both death and slavery, only to fall into the hands of an eyeless priest known as Chains---a man who is neither blind nor a priest. A con artist of extraordinary talent, Chains passes his skills on to his carefully selected "family" of orphans---a group known as the Gentlemen Bastards.
Michael says: "An Incredible Fantasy Listen That I Almost Missed!"
"What a wast"

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Dont wast your time or crecit this was the most boring story ever.
I found thet i had to go back many times to relisten, it just did not hold my Attention at all.

1 of 2 people found this review helpful
A Memory of Light: Wheel of Time, Book 14

UNABRIDGED
- by Robert Jordan , Brandon Sanderson
- Narrated by Michael Kramer , Kate Reading
A Memory of Light: Wheel of Time, Book 14

UNABRIDGED (41 hrs and 55 mins)

By Robert Jordan, Brandon Sanderson

Narrated By Michael Kramer, Kate Reading

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(2726)
Performance
(2474)
Story
(2499)

Since 1990, when Robert Jordan’s The Wheel of Time® burst on the world with its first book, The Eye of the World, listeners have been anticipating the final scenes of this extraordinary saga, which has sold over 40 million copies in over 32 languages. When Robert Jordan died in 2007, all feared that these concluding scenes would never be written. But working from notes and partials left by Jordan, established fantasy writer Brandon Sanderson stepped in to complete the masterwork.
Terrell Sanders says: "The saga that brought 'Epic' back to fantasy"
"Wow its over"

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Where does A Memory of Light rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

One of the best

What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!)

Let down

Have you listened to any of Michael Kramer and Kate Reading ’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I really like the readers

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

yes

Any additional comments?

Excellent story & battle covered all the correctors.
But for one of the greatest series written the end really was a let down.
He just rides away in a new body. What a let down.

1 of 3 people found this review helpful
The Ambassador's Mission: Traitor Spy Trilogy, Book 1

UNABRIDGED
- by Trudi Canavan
- Narrated by Richard Aspel
The Ambassador's Mission: Traitor Spy Trilogy, Book 1

UNABRIDGED (17 hrs and 28 mins)

By Trudi Canavan

Narrated By Richard Aspel

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(206)
Performance
(176)
Story
(173)

Sonea, former street urchin, now a Black Magician, is horrified when her son, Lorkin, volunteers to assist Dannyl in his new role as Guild Ambassador to Sachaka, a land still ruled by cruel black magicians. When word comes that Lorkin has gone missing Sonea is desperate to find him, but if she leaves the city she will be exiled forever, and besides, her old friend Cery needs her help.
Brian says: "Been a While"
"Wast of time"

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Performance
Story

Would you try another book from Trudi Canavan and/or Richard Aspel?

No i had to back up over and over could not keep my intrest was very boring.

What was most disappointing about Trudi Canavan’s story?

could not keep my interest

What didn’t you like about Richard Aspel’s performance?

put me to sleep, borring

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

disappointment, sounded good but flopped

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Sailing to Sarantium: Book One of the Sarantine Mosaic

UNABRIDGED
- by Guy Gavriel Kay
- Narrated by Berny Clark
Sailing to Sarantium: Book One of the Sarantine Mosaic

UNABRIDGED (18 hrs and 47 mins)

By Guy Gavriel Kay

Narrated By Berny Clark

Overall
(52)
Performance
(44)
Story
(45)

Crispin is a mosaicist, a layer of bright tiles. Still grieving for the family he lost to the plaque, he lives only for his arcane craft. But an imperial summons from Valerius the Trakesian to Sarantium, the most magnificent place in the world, is difficult to resist. In a world half-wild and tangled with magic, a journey to Sarantium means a walk into destiny. Bearing with him a deadly secret and a Queen's seductive promise, guarded only by his own wits and a talisman from an alchemist's treasury, Crispin sets out for the fabled city. Along the way he will encounter a great beast.
Katherine Hooper says: "drama!"
"Narrated by the sleep king"

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Would you try another book from Guy Gavriel Kay and/or Berny Clark?

no not with that Narrater

Has Sailing to Sarantium turned you off from other books in this genre?

No, not at all.

What didn???t you like about Berny Clark???s performance?

Not a thing was so boring i tried for over a wee to get though it.

You didn???t love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities?

I was looking for something new, the ratings where high and usually am a fare judgment of a book but in this case it was a big error to believe the ratings. If you what a Narrated book to put you to sleep try this on. There was no fluctuation no depth or change of any kind in this voice.
This in turn makes a bad, boring story because you just can???t get in to it.

1 of 13 people found this review helpful