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Janae

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Pearland, Texas, United States | Member Since 2012

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  • Gulliver's Travels: A Signature Performance by David Hyde Pierce | [Jonathan Swift]
    Gulliver's Travels: A Signature Performance by David Hyde Pierce
    UNABRIDGED

    Gulliver's Travels: A Signature Performance by David Hyde Pierce

    • UNABRIDGED (9 hrs and 52 mins)
    • By Jonathan Swift
    • Narrated By David Hyde Pierce
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (402)
    Performance
    (244)
    Story
    (250)

    A Signature Performance: Four-time Emmy Award winner David Hyde Pierce delivers an air of lovable self-importance in his rendition of the classic social satire that remains as fresh today as the day it was published.

    Lara says: "Timeless Humor"
    "Interesting and thought provoking."
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    Would you listen to Gulliver's Travels: A Signature Performance by David Hyde Pierce again? Why?

    Yes, because he read Gulliver's Travels very well considering all of the different characters he had to read for and he didn't read in silly voices. Pierce also had some incredibly weird names to pronounce and accents to keep straight.


    What was one of the most memorable moments of Gulliver's Travels: A Signature Performance by David Hyde Pierce?

    When Gulliver left his Houyhnhnm Master.


    Which scene was your favorite?

    1) When Gulliver left Glundalclitch.
    2) When Gulliver left his Houyhnhnm Master.


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

    Made me think about how Swift unfolded his idea that Humans are not suppose to know everything.


    Any additional comments?

    Now I know what it means when someone is called a YaHoo.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • The Three Musketeers | [Alexandre Dumas]
    The Three Musketeers
    UNABRIDGED

    The Three Musketeers

    • UNABRIDGED (23 hrs and 38 mins)
    • By Alexandre Dumas
    • Narrated By John Lee
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (681)
    Performance
    (448)
    Story
    (454)

    Mixing a bit of seventeenth-century French history with a great deal of invention, Alexandre Dumas tells the tale of young D'Artagnan and his musketeer comrades, Porthos, Athos, and Aramis. Together they fight to foil the schemes of the brilliant, dangerous Cardinal Richelieu, who pretends to support the king while plotting to advance his own power. Bursting with swirling swordplay, swooning romance, and unforgettable figures.

    A. A. Green says: "What Fun!"
    "One for all and all for one!"
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    If you could sum up The Three Musketeers in three words, what would they be?

    rowdy gentlemen boys


    What did you like best about this story?

    The 4 Musketeers were very loyal to each other and they wore such elaborate clothes (tights and lace) while carrying and welding super sharp lethal swords. I am so glad I listened to the book, it was so entertaining!


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

    John Lee "ROCKS" when it comes to reading stories!


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

    When Milady was beheaded and the Musketeers grieved in their own personal ways.
    Milady was bewitching.


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Moll Flanders | [Daniel Defoe]
    Moll Flanders
    UNABRIDGED

    Moll Flanders

    • UNABRIDGED (13 hrs and 1 min)
    • By Daniel Defoe
    • Narrated By Janet Suzman
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (26)
    Performance
    (7)
    Story
    (7)

    Daniel Defoe's Moll Flanders details the life of the irresistible Moll and her struggles through poverty and sin in search of property and power. Born in Newgate Prison, Moll propels herself through marriages, periods of success and destitution, and a trip to the New World and back, only to return to the place of her birth as a popular prostitute and brilliant thief. The story of Moll Flanders vividly illustrates Defoe's themes of social mobility and predestination, sin, redemption, and reward.

    Louise says: "great reader, fine read"
    "Now I know who Moll Flanders was!"
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    If you could sum up Moll Flanders in three words, what would they be?

    what a life


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

    1st time to listen to Janet Suzman.


    Any additional comments?

    I liked the end when she was remorseful of her life-style and then the Goodness of God over took her.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Les Miserables | [Victor Hugo]
    Les Miserables
    ABRIDGED

    Les Miserables

    • ABRIDGED (12 hrs and 29 mins)
    • By Victor Hugo
    • Narrated By David Case
    Overall
    (28)
    Performance
    (11)
    Story
    (11)

    Les Misérables emphasizes the three major predicaments of the 19th century, each symbolized by a major character: Jean Valjean represents the degradation of man in the proletariat, Fantine represents the subjection of women through hunger, and Cosette represents the atrophy of the child by darkness.

    Janae says: "Great Story!"
    "Great Story!"
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    Where does Les Miserables rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

    Top 5


    Who was your favorite character and why?

    Jean Valjean because he was extraordinary in physical and spiritual strength as well as integrity.


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

    The emotions of Jean Valjean.


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

    No!


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Treasure Island | [Robert Louis Stevenson]
    Treasure Island
    UNABRIDGED

    Treasure Island

    • UNABRIDGED (7 hrs and 12 mins)
    • By Robert Louis Stevenson
    • Narrated By Alfred Molina
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (414)
    Performance
    (212)
    Story
    (211)

    Robert Louis Stevenson's cherished, unforgettable adventure magically captures the thrill of a sea voyage and a treasure hunt through the eyes of its teenage protagonist, Jim Hawkins. Crossing the Atlantic in search of the buried cache, Jim and the ship's crew must brave the elements and a mutinous charge led by the quintessentially ruthless pirate Long John Silver. Brilliantly conceived and splendidly executed, it is a novel that has seized the imagination of generations of adults and children alike.

    Jessica Kos says: "Wonderful!"
    "Great Story!"
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    What made the experience of listening to Treasure Island the most enjoyable?

    Such an adventure for a young boy.


    What did you like best about this story?

    Long John Silver


    What about Alfred Molina’s performance did you like?

    He read the story well and it was pleasantly entertaining.


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

    A young boys adventure.


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • The Further Adventures of Robinson Crusoe | [Daniel Defoe]
    The Further Adventures of Robinson Crusoe
    UNABRIDGED

    The Further Adventures of Robinson Crusoe

    • UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 1 min)
    • By Daniel Defoe
    • Narrated By Tom Aaron
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (6)
    Performance
    (4)
    Story
    (4)

    The Further Adventures of Robinson Crusoe is a book written by Daniel Defoe. It is widely considered to be one of the top 100 greatest books of all time. This great novel will surely attract a whole new generation of readers. For many, The Further Adventures of Robinson Crusoe is required reading for various courses and curriculums. And for others who simply enjoy reading timeless pieces of classic literature, this gem by Daniel Defoe is highly recommended.

    Tad Davis says: "More adventures, more cringes"
    "Good Story!"
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    Where does The Further Adventures of Robinson Crusoe rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

    Better than average.


    Who was your favorite character and why?

    Friday. He was such a faithful, upbeat friend.


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

    1st time to listen to Tom Aaron.


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

    NO!


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Robinson Crusoe | [Daniel Defoe]
    Robinson Crusoe
    UNABRIDGED

    Robinson Crusoe

    • UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 55 mins)
    • By Daniel Defoe
    • Narrated By John Lee
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (337)
    Performance
    (177)
    Story
    (172)

    Shipwrecked and cast ashore onto an uninhabited island, Robinson Crusoe ingeniously carves out a solitary, primitive existence for 24 years. Eventually, he meets a young native whom he saves from death at the hands of cannibals. He calls him Man Friday and makes him his companion and servant.

    Ann says: "True classic"
    "Wonderful!"
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    Would you listen to Robinson Crusoe again? Why?

    Yes. It was a really good story.


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

    John Lee is a fantastic reader and no I have not ever listened to him before listening to Robinson Crusoe.


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Jane Eyre [AudioGo Edition] (Unabridged) | [Charlotte Bronte]
    Jane Eyre [AudioGo Edition] (Unabridged)
    UNABRIDGED

    Jane Eyre [AudioGo Edition] (Unabridged)

    • UNABRIDGED (19 hrs and 13 mins)
    • By Charlotte Bronte
    • Narrated By Juliet Stevenson
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (516)
    Performance
    (346)
    Story
    (349)

    The work tells the story of Jane's early life, her experience at Lowood School and as a governess. Her refusal to accept Rochester's love on any but her own strictly moral terms is a passionate cry for independence.

    blithechick says: "Fabulous book and narrator"
    "I am a fan!"
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    What made the experience of listening to Jane Eyre [AudioGo Edition] (Unabridged) the most enjoyable?

    The wonderful story that I can't stop thinking about and I finished listening more than a week ago!


    What other book might you compare Jane Eyre [AudioGo Edition] (Unabridged) to and why?

    Wuthering Heights because the unfolding of the characters over time and the life stories as they matured. It was nice.


    Which character – as performed by Juliet Stevenson – was your favorite?

    Jane Eyre.


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

    Wonderful love story.


    Any additional comments?

    One of my favorites!

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Uncle Tom's Cabin | [Harriet Beecher Stowe]
    Uncle Tom's Cabin
    UNABRIDGED

    Uncle Tom's Cabin

    • UNABRIDGED (18 hrs and 27 mins)
    • By Harriet Beecher Stowe
    • Narrated By Buck Schirner
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (367)
    Performance
    (197)
    Story
    (194)

    Eliza Harris, a slave whose child is to be sold, escapes her beloved home on the Shelby plantation in Kentucky and heads North, eluding the hired slave catchers. Aided by the underground railroad, Quakers, and others opposed to the Fugitive Slave Act, Eliza, her son, and her husband George run toward Canada. As the Harrises flee to freedom, another slave, Uncle Tom, is sent "down the river" for sale. Too loyal to abuse his master's trust, too Christian to rebel, Tom wrenches himself from his family.

    Jason says: "Outstanding Presentation"
    "Such an exciting story!"
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    If you could sum up Uncle Tom's Cabin in three words, what would they be?

    Incredible Book!


    What was one of the most memorable moments of Uncle Tom's Cabin?

    So many of them it's hard to chose just one! I loved the end when all of the characters relationships were revealed and imho it was because Uncle Tom was a believer in Jesus and his prayers were answered.


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

    His voice is full of authority, clarity and emotion. He is easy to listen to and his different accents for the variety of characters are easily understood.


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

    I was horrified/angry at the way some of the characters were treated and it made me cry. My heart raced when the beautiful young girl skipped across the ice with her baby to escape those awful hunters. I was stunned when Uncle Tom got sold to that devil of a man, what happened to Uncle Tom was sobering but I was so inspired when Jesus helped him.


    Any additional comments?

    I am so glad that when Harriet Beecher Stowe wrote this book and it was published that there were so many people inspired to change America.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Wuthering Heights | [Emily Bronte]
    Wuthering Heights
    UNABRIDGED

    Wuthering Heights

    • UNABRIDGED (14 hrs and 14 mins)
    • By Emily Bronte
    • Narrated By Patricia Routledge
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (48)
    Performance
    (24)
    Story
    (23)

    The passionate and tragic story of Catherine Earnshaw and Heathcliff is one of the high points of nineteenth-century Romantic literature. In the relationship of Cathy and Heathcliff, and in the wild, bleak Yorkshire Moors of its setting, Wuthering Heights creates a world of its own, conceived with a disregard for convention and an instinct for poetry and the darkest depths of the human soul in torment.

    Janae says: "It wasn't what I expected, I'm so glad I listened!"
    "It wasn't what I expected, I'm so glad I listened!"
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    What did you love best about Wuthering Heights?

    The layers of generational issues and ending that I didn't see coming.


    What did you like best about this story?

    The way that the author used Ellen Dean to narrate the story and then the way that Mr. Lockwood narrated from his view and then the author handed the story back to Nellie for a wonderful finish. Made me realize that the 1800's and 2012 are not that different when it comes to family disfunction.


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

    The passion she read with for some of the characters moved my emotions.


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

    Oh yes!! I cried, I was spooked, I was horrified, I was angry and in the end I was pleased.


    Any additional comments?

    Sometimes I had a hard time understanding Joseph's accent.Fantastic book and I now understand why it is on the Classic Literature list.

    3 of 4 people found this review helpful
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