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Laura

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Louisville, Ky USA | Member Since 2008

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Whatever You Do, Don't Run: True Tales of a Botswana Safari Guide

UNABRIDGED
- by Peter Allison
- Narrated by Antony Ferguson
Whatever You Do, Don't Run: True Tales of a Botswana Safari Guide

UNABRIDGED (6 hrs and 45 mins)

By Peter Allison

Narrated By Antony Ferguson

Overall
(80)
Performance
(68)
Story
(65)

Whatever You Do, Don't Run is a hilarious collection of true tales from top safari guide Peter Allison. In a place where the wrong behavior could get you eaten, Allison has survived face-to-face encounters with big cats, angry elephants, and the world's most unpredictable animals: herds of untamed tourists and foolhardy guides whose outrageous antics sometimes make them even more dangerous than a pride of hungry lions!
D. says: "Drivers May Laugh Too Hard to Drive!"
"Disappointing"

Overall
Performance
Story

I thought there would be more entertaining stories about his safaris. More of an acolade to self.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Rush: The Breathless Trilogy, Book 1

UNABRIDGED
- by Maya Banks
- Narrated by Adam Paul
Rush: The Breathless Trilogy, Book 1

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 9 mins)

By Maya Banks

Narrated By Adam Paul

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(412)
Performance
(378)
Story
(384)

When Gabe Hamilton saw Mia Crestwell walk into the ballroom for his hotel’s grand opening, he knew he was going to hell for what he had planned. After all, Mia is his best friend’s little sister. Except she’s not so little anymore. And Gabe has waited a long time to act on his desires. Gabe has starred in Mia’s fantasies more than once, ever since she was a teenager with a huge crush on her brother’s best friend. So what if Gabe’s 14 years older? Mia knows he’s way out of her league, but her attraction has only grown stronger with time. She’s an adult now, and there’s no reason not to act on her most secret desires.
Kathleen says: "Hot Story; bad choice of narrator"
"NOT THE USUAL"

Overall
Performance
Story

What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?

PUT LESS KINKY SEX AND LANGUAGE IN IT AND ADD A STORY LINE

What could Maya Banks have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you?

SAME AS ABOVE

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

GOOD NARRATION

What character would you cut from Rush?

ALL THE PRINCIPALS

Any additional comments?

I DID NOT LISTEN TO THE WHOLE BOOKS, SOME OF THE LANGUAGE WAS VERY OFFENSIVE, AND I DON'T MIND SEX IN A NOVEL, BUT NOT THE KINKY KIND. jUST DON'T WANT TO HEAR OR READ ABOUT IT.

0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Chelynne

UNABRIDGED
- by Robyn Carr
- Narrated by Alison Larkin
Chelynne

UNABRIDGED (15 hrs and 17 mins)

By Robyn Carr

Narrated By Alison Larkin

Overall
(37)
Performance
(35)
Story
(35)

Orphaned and raised by her uncle, the feisty sixteen-year-old Chelynne resolves to show her gratitude by marrying the man of her uncle's choice. Bracing herself for a graying, sickly noble, the last man she expects for a husband is the dashing future Earl of Bryant, Chadwick Hawthorne - suddenly, being a loving wife doesn't seem too hard a task. But he spurns her affection and remains her husband only in name, never in deed. Tormented by unfinished business from his past and an uprising threatening his land, Chad resolves to keep his distance from everyone....
Laura says: "EXCELLENT ROBYN CARR"
"EXCELLENT ROBYN CARR"

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Performance
Story

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

No, I really like the story, but the reader was terrible

What other book might you compare Chelynne to and why?

I have heard a story almost like this one by another author

Would you be willing to try another one of Alison Larkin’s performances?

No

Do you think Chelynne needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

Maybe with a different reader

Any additional comments?

The reader read so fast that the whole book was as one word. No pause at sentence end, no definition or emphasis. Very dull.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Swan Song

UNABRIDGED
- by Robert McCammon
- Narrated by Tom Stechschulte
Swan Song

UNABRIDGED (34 hrs and 22 mins)

By Robert McCammon

Narrated By Tom Stechschulte

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(2174)
Performance
(1866)
Story
(1893)

Facing down an unprecedented malevolent enemy, the government responds with a nuclear attack. America as it was is gone forever, and now every citizen - from the President of the United States to the homeless on the streets of New York City - will fight for survival. In a wasteland born of rage and fear, populated by monstrous creatures and marauding armies, earth's last survivors have been drawn into the final battle between good and evil, that will decide the fate of humanity.
Amanda says: "Simply an Amazing Story"
"HAUNTING"

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Performance
Story

Would you listen to Swan Song again? Why?

I read this book a long time ago, it's has stuck with me all this time. It is, to me, a very riveting story. Good work Mr. McCammon

What other book might you compare Swan Song to and why?

Several, but this is by far the best

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

A voice

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Armegaddon

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Death Angel

UNABRIDGED
- by Linda Howard
- Narrated by Joyce Bean
Death Angel

UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 19 mins)

By Linda Howard

Narrated By Joyce Bean

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(338)
Performance
(139)
Story
(145)

After she double-crosses her lover, a ruthless crime lord, Drea must flee from a relentless assassin who ultimately succeeds in killing her. But after a very brief death, Drea returns to life a changed woman: no longer selfish and cruel, determined to bring down the ones who marked her for death. Joining forces with the FBI, little does she suspect that the man she will come to love is the same assassin who took her life.
Diana says: "All that I expected and more"
"SHOCK"

Overall
Performance
Story

What made the experience of listening to Death Angel the most enjoyable?

The revenge

What other book might you compare Death Angel to and why?

None

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

Joyce Bean is always good, she can bring the character to life. I worry about her vocal cords though with the male voices she does

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

yes, at one point the sneaky author through us a curve ball

Any additional comments?

Linda Howard is always a good read. (listen)

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Buckles Me Baby: The Bootscootin' Books

UNABRIDGED
- by D. D. Scott
- Narrated by Christine Padovan
Buckles Me Baby: The Bootscootin' Books

UNABRIDGED (5 hrs and 52 mins)

By D. D. Scott

Narrated By Christine Padovan

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(6)
Performance
(6)
Story
(6)

Manhattan-raised, marketing and promotion impresario Audrey Holtz has taken her friend's belt buckles from Music City boutique favorites to home shopping channel wait-list-only items. But she's traded in her high-power stilettos for Sketchers ‘cause her feet are swollen and killing her. Pregnancy is a bitch, especially when you've assumed a false identity to dodge paparazzi on account of your Ponzi-scheming parents. Nashville TN homebuilder Damian Baker is screwed and not in the construction sense of the word.
rebecca says: "least favorite in the series but still enjoyable"
"What can I say"

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Performance
Story

Would you try another book from D. D. Scott and/or Christine Padovan?

I like the series, but the reader sucks, that is the main reason I would not buy another of her books. She is trying to hard when she reads.

What did you like best about this story?

the story was good, not the problem

What didn’t you like about Christine Padovan’s performance?

everything

Did Buckles Me Baby inspire you to do anything?

not an inspirational

Any additional comments?

Hope she gets a different reader for future books

0 of 3 people found this review helpful
Highlander Untamed: The MacLeods of Skye, Book 1

UNABRIDGED
- by Monica McCarty
- Narrated by Antony Ferguson
Highlander Untamed: The MacLeods of Skye, Book 1

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 28 mins)

By Monica McCarty

Narrated By Antony Ferguson

Overall
(239)
Performance
(214)
Story
(214)

Rory MacLeod is a bold and powerful Highland Chief with only one allegiance-to his clan. He vows revenge against the rival MacDonald clan, though duty demands a handfast marriage to Isabel MacDonald-a bride he does not want and has no intention of keeping. But Rory couldn't have anticipated the captivating woman who challenges his steely control and unleashes the untamed passion simmering beneath his fierce exterior.
Kimberly says: "Oh no! Same narrator! Never buy 2 books at once!!!"
"A Real man"

Overall
Performance
Story

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

Yes, I love the fierce warrior, with the tenderness to love a woman. See to her needs, etc

What was one of the most memorable moments of Highlander Untamed?

Aways when they realize they love each other

Which character – as performed by Antony Ferguson – was your favorite?

Him

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

Definately

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Hidden Away

UNABRIDGED
- by Maya Banks
- Narrated by Harry Berkeley
Hidden Away

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 9 mins)

By Maya Banks

Narrated By Harry Berkeley

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(167)
Performance
(149)
Story
(151)

After Sarah Daniels witnesses Marcus Lattimer commit murder, she’s paralyzed by fear. Garrett Kelly agrees to keep her safe, mostly to get a shot at Lattimer, whom KGI has been after for years. Garrett never planned on falling for Sarah - but when she disappears, nothing will stop him from bringing her home safe.
Ronda says: "Hidden Away is a Hidden Treasure"
"I love this series"

Overall
Performance
Story

What made the experience of listening to Hidden Away the most enjoyable?

The men. They embody what I think a man should be

What did you like best about this story?

Stomping on the enemy

Which character – as performed by Harry Berkeley – was your favorite?

The lead male

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

No

Any additional comments?

I have always had this thing about bullies. I love to see them get stomped.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Romeo and Judy Anne: Texas One Night Stands

UNABRIDGED
- by Joan Reeves
- Narrated by Christine Padovan
Romeo and Judy Anne: Texas One Night Stands

UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 13 mins)

By Joan Reeves

Narrated By Christine Padovan

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(46)
Performance
(40)
Story
(39)

Good girls just can't win! High school principal Judy Anne Palmer was always a good girl who never did an impulsive, rebellious thing. Ever. And look where it got her! One night in Dallas, she meets a man and decides to indulge in a liberating night of passion - liberating her from the stigma of being the oldest living virgin north of the Rio Grande. After all, she'll never see her one-night Romeo again. Unfortunately, the night doesn't turn out exactly the way she planned, and her one-night Romeo isn't one-night stand material.
M.B. says: "Cute story with hot sex scenes"
"Good story"

Overall
Performance
Story

What did you love best about Romeo and Judy Anne?

The senario

What was one of the most memorable moments of Romeo and Judy Anne?

Dallas

What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike?

Narrator tried to hard, no acting ability, over innunciated to try to speak plainly.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

I thought the virginal sex scene was funny.

7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Prince Joe

UNABRIDGED
- by Suzanne Brockmann
- Narrated by Ashley Adlon
Prince Joe

UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 57 mins)

By Suzanne Brockmann

Narrated By Ashley Adlon

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(443)
Performance
(284)
Story
(280)

Media consultant Veronica St. John has been hired to teach a rugged Navy SEAL to impersonate a European prince who's been targeted by terrorists. But one conversation and Veronica knows there's no way she can turn streetwise New Yorker Joe Catalanotto into nobility. Joe, on the other hand, is confident he's got what it takes. Two days isn't a lot of time to get the job done...but it's enough time to fall in love.
R. D. MOORE says: "Earlier Work - Still Worth the "Read""
"WOW"

Overall
Performance
Story

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

Been there, done that. I am just foolish enough to believe that if I enjoyed it, so would everyone else.

What did you like best about this story?

Can't pinpoint any one thing. With the possible exception of the way she presents the military hero. Because they are

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

To answer this question, I would have had to read this book, and I didn't. But, I will say I enjoyed her reading of it.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Yes, when Joe fooled them all.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Care and Feeding of Stray Vampires

UNABRIDGED
- by Molly Harper
- Narrated by Amanda Ronconi
The Care and Feeding of Stray Vampires

UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 55 mins)

By Molly Harper

Narrated By Amanda Ronconi

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(1801)
Performance
(1641)
Story
(1636)

Iris Scanlon, Half-Moon Hollow's only daytime vampire concierge, knows more about the undead than she'd like. Running all their daylight errands - from letting in the plumber to picking up some chilled O neg - gives her a look at the not-so-glamorous side of vampire life. Her rules are strict; relationships with vamps are strictly business, not friendship - and certainly not anything else. But then she finds her newest client, Cal, poisoned on his kitchen floor, and only Iris can help.
Ronda says: "Once again this should have disclaimers"
"A truely fun read"

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Performance
Story

Would you listen to The Care and Feeding of Stray Vampires again? Why?

Yes, it transports you to a funny place in your imagination. Today's reality sucks, nice to get away from all the problems.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Always the main character

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

I have all of the audiobooks that you handle of Molly's, so yes I have since she is the one who reads them

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Romantic Comedy

1 of 1 people found this review helpful