You no longer follow William

You will no longer see updates from this user when they write new reviews, or suggestions based on their library or recommendations.

You can re-follow a user if you change your mind.

OK

You now follow William

You will receive updates from this user when they write new reviews, or suggestions based on their library or recommendations.

You can unfollow a user if you change your mind.

OK

William

Blue Springs, MO, United States | Member Since 2012

1
HELPFUL VOTES
  • 2 reviews
  • 6 ratings
  • 45 titles in library
  • 6 purchased in 2013
FOLLOWING
0
FOLLOWERS
0

  • What I Talk about When I Talk about Running: A Memoir | [Haruki Murakami]
    What I Talk about When I Talk about Running: A Memoir
    UNABRIDGED

    What I Talk about When I Talk about Running: A Memoir

    • UNABRIDGED (4 hrs and 25 mins)
    • By Haruki Murakami
    • Narrated By Ray Porter
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (372)
    Performance
    (142)
    Story
    (146)

    From the best-selling author of Kafka on the Shore comes this rich and revelatory memoir about writing and running and the integral impact both have made on his life. Equal parts training log, travelogue, and reminiscence, this revealing memoir covers Murakami's four-month preparation for the 2005 New York City Marathon. Settings range from Tokyo, where he once shared the course with an Olympian, to the Charles River in Boston, among young women who outpace him.

    Rick says: "It is what it says it is"
    "Interesting Stories; Good for Runners"
    Overall
    Performance
    Story
    Where does What I Talk about When I Talk about Running rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

    A pretty solid book. It kept me interested. If you're not much into running, you might not like it as well.


    What did you like best about this story?

    The author is a humble person, but has accomplished much in life. Some nice stories here.


    Which scene was your favorite?

    I enjoyed hearing about the author's time in Greece.


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Semper Fi: Book One in The Corps Series | [W. E. B. Griffin]
    Semper Fi: Book One in The Corps Series
    UNABRIDGED

    Semper Fi: Book One in The Corps Series

    • UNABRIDGED (13 hrs and 15 mins)
    • By W. E. B. Griffin
    • Narrated By Dick Hill
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (386)
    Performance
    (332)
    Story
    (336)

    From Shanghai to Wake Island, the Corps was America’s first line of defense as the winds of war exploded into the devastating surprise attack on Pearl Harbor. This is the story of the men of the Marine Corps, their loves and loyalties, an elite fraternity united by courage and honor, as they steel themselves for battle, prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice....

    Charles says: "I Cannot Believe I Passed Up Griffin For Years!"
    "Just okay"
    Overall
    Performance
    Story
    Is there anything you would change about this book?

    I found the main character to be a bit unlikable. Just a bit too arrogant and cocky for me.


    What three words best describe Dick Hill’s performance?

    Performance was okay. Easy to understand.


    Was Semper Fi worth the listening time?

    I wouldn't recommend the book. The main character was a bit too cocky; too extreme for my tastes. I expected a bit more out of a period piece, as this is one of my favorite eras to read about.


    1 of 2 people found this review helpful

Report Inappropriate Content

If you find this review inappropriate and think it should be removed from our site, let us know. This report will be reviewed by Audible and we will take appropriate action.

CANCEL

Thank You

Your report has been received. It will be reviewed by Audible and we will take appropriate action.