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Bluebirds

perth | Member Since 2012

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  • 7 reviews
  • 25 ratings
  • 93 titles in library
  • 16 purchased in 2013
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  • The Fire Rose | [Mercedes Lackey]
    The Fire Rose
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    The Fire Rose

    • UNABRIDGED (12 hrs and 47 mins)
    • By Mercedes Lackey
    • Narrated By Kate Black-Regan
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (153)
    Performance
    (75)
    Story
    (75)

    Accepting employment as a governess after hard times hit her family, medieval scholar Rosalind Hawkins is surprised when she learns that her mysterious employer has no children and only wants her to read to him through a speaking tube.

    Chelyn says: "Great story, poorly presented"
    "A disappointing rehash of an old classic."
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    Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

    no... I think there are better works by these authors


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

    Very disappointing. It had none of the usual magic that makes her books so compelling. Very bland


    What does Kate Black-Regan bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

    good read and good depth in the characters. very easy to build a picture in your mind


    Do you think The Fire Rose needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

    No. this story was flossed out to the extremes just to make it as long as it was. it wasn't done well and a follow up would just be ridiculous.


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • The Passage | [Justin Cronin]
    The Passage
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    The Passage

    • UNABRIDGED (36 hrs and 52 mins)
    • By Justin Cronin
    • Narrated By Scott Brick, Adenrele Ojo, Abby Craden
    Overall
    (94)
    Performance
    (56)
    Story
    (55)

    Amy Harper Bellafonte is six years old, and her mother thinks she's the most important person in the whole world. She is.... Anthony Carter doesn't think he could ever be in a worse place than Death Row.... He's wrong. FBI agent Brad Wolgast thinks something beyond imagination is coming.... It is.

    Alan says: "Tops"
    "Fantastic Epic Story.. Really drags you in."
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    What did you like best about this story?

    i liked the believability of the characters


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

    Awesome narration. really brings depth to the different characters and emotion to the story. He really engages your mind and its quite easy to sink into the story for hours.


    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  • Fever Dream | [Lincoln Child, Douglas Preston]
    Fever Dream
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    Fever Dream

    • UNABRIDGED (14 hrs and 22 mins)
    • By Lincoln Child, Douglas Preston
    • Narrated By Rene Auberjonois
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (2544)
    Performance
    (1181)
    Story
    (1187)

    At the old family manse in Louisiana, Special Agent Pendergast is putting to rest long-ignored possessions reminiscent of his wife Helen's tragic death, only to make a stunning - and dreadful - discovery. Helen had been mauled by an unusually large and vicious lion while they were big game hunting in Africa. But now, Pendergast learns that her rifle-her only protection from the beast-had been deliberately loaded with blanks. Who could have wanted Helen dead...and why?

    Snoodely says: "Intelligent, spooky thriller"
    "Mediocre"
    Overall
    Performance
    Story
    Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

    story seemed to drag on a bit but i couldn't say if that was due to the plot or the almost monotone reading.


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Life of Pi | [Yann Martel]
    Life of Pi
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    Life of Pi

    • UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 35 mins)
    • By Yann Martel
    • Narrated By Jeff Woodman
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (8166)
    Performance
    (3651)
    Story
    (3657)

    Pi Patel has been raised in a zoo in India. When his father decides to move the family to Canada and sell the animals to American zoos, everyone boards a Japanese cargo ship. The ship sinks, and 16-year-old Pi finds himself alone on a lifeboat with a hyena, an orangutan, a zebra with a broken leg, and a 450-pound Bengal tiger.

    Theresa says: "Best audio of the year for me"
    "Confronting but very enjoyable and unpredictable"
    Overall
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    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    yes, Its well read and very interesting and entertaining


    What was one of the most memorable moments of Life of Pi?

    the comparison of stories at the end.


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

    the accents of the characters. Brilliant representation


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

    the end, when he's safe but hoarding food compulsively


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Montana Sky | [Nora Roberts]
    Montana Sky
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    Montana Sky

    • UNABRIDGED (15 hrs and 52 mins)
    • By Nora Roberts
    • Narrated By Erika Leigh
    Overall
    (334)
    Performance
    (187)
    Story
    (193)

    When Jack Mercy died, he left behind a lot of enemies...and a ranch worth nearly $20 million. Now his three daughters - each born of a different marriage, and each unknown to the others - are gathered to hear the reading of the will. The women are shocked to learn that before any of them can inherit, they must live together on the ranch for one year.

    V. Woodfield says: "more violent than expected"
    "No always means no. Disappointing themes"
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    What did you like best about Montana Sky? What did you like least?

    The main Character seems to be involved with a guy who doesn't seem to take no for an answer.... seem pretty standard but, the aggression portrayed and the way he forces her... No always means no. not themes I think should be promoted in society and not something i thought i would find in one of Nora's books.


    What could Nora Roberts have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you?

    not portrayed the relationship between the lead characters as being one that borders on abusive.


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • 14 | [Peter Clines]
    14
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    14

    • UNABRIDGED (12 hrs and 38 mins)
    • By Peter Clines
    • Narrated By Ray Porter
    Overall
    (6171)
    Performance
    (5583)
    Story
    (5565)

    There are some odd things about Nate’s new apartment. Of course, he has other things on his mind. He hates his job. He has no money in the bank. No girlfriend. No plans for the future. So while his new home isn’t perfect, it’s livable. The rent is low, the property managers are friendly, and the odd little mysteries don’t nag at him too much. At least, not until he meets Mandy, his neighbor across the hall, and notices something unusual about her apartment. And Xela’s apartment. And Tim’s. And Veek’s.

    Magpie says: "Super solid listen!!"
    "Best Reading Ever!!!"
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    Where does 14 rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

    Best read by far... only half n hour in and it was obvious this guy would bring the story alive and give personality and colour to all the characters.


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

    best performance I have heard yet. He gives all the characters personality and brings the story alive.


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

    yes


    1 of 2 people found this review helpful
  • The Name of the Wind | [Patrick Rothfuss]
    The Name of the Wind
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    The Name of the Wind

    • UNABRIDGED (28 hrs and 6 mins)
    • By Patrick Rothfuss
    • Narrated By Rupert Degas
    Overall
    (149)
    Performance
    (141)
    Story
    (141)

    I have stolen princesses back from sleeping barrow kings. I burned down the town of Trebon. I have spent the night with Felurian and left with both my sanity and my life. I was expelled from the University at a younger age than most people are allowed in. I tread paths by moonlight that others fear to speak of during day. I have talked to Gods, loved women, and written songs that make the minstrels weep. My name is Kvothe. You may have heard of me.

    William says: "Amazing. I want you to listen to this."
    "Exceptionally Long Winded."
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    Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

    maybe... if you are a fan of the genre, perhaps you would enjoy it but.... its a very long winded story that doesn't seem to go anywhere or have a real end point or climax.


    Was The Name of the Wind worth the listening time?

    I sped it up just to finnish it but still didn't really get into it.


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful

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