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Howard

Springdale, AR, United States | Member Since 2003

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The First King of Shannara: The Shannara Series, Prequel

UNABRIDGED
- by Terry Brooks
- Narrated by Scott Brick
The First King of Shannara: The Shannara Series, Prequel

UNABRIDGED (18 hrs and 48 mins)

By Terry Brooks

Narrated By Scott Brick

Overall
(387)
Performance
(109)
Story
(111)

In this prequel to The Sword of Shannara, in which many details of the Four Lands' history are revealed, Druids, horrified by the misuse of magic, have eschewed it in favor of science. But Bremen the Druid studies magic, and becomes an outcast on its account. Bremen discovers that an invincible army of trolls are fast conquering all that lay to their south. Before them come the Nazgul-like Skull Bearers, disfigured and transformed Druids who have fallen prey to the dark arts.
Lucero Mitchell says: "A True Pleasure"
"Outstanding"

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This and all of Terry Brooks books a wonderful, I just wished that all of the unabridged versions of his book were on audible. Well they have been getting more, but I highly recomend this book.

5 of 7 people found this review helpful
Cold Days: The Dresden Files, Book 14

UNABRIDGED
- by Jim Butcher
- Narrated by James Marsters
Cold Days: The Dresden Files, Book 14

UNABRIDGED (18 hrs and 50 mins)

By Jim Butcher

Narrated By James Marsters

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(3142)
Performance
(2910)
Story
(2906)

After being murdered by a mystery assailant, navigating his way through the realm between life and death, and being brought back to the mortal world, Harry realizes that maybe death wasn’t all that bad - because he is no longer Harry Dresden, Chicago’s only professional wizard. He is now Harry Dresden, Winter Knight to Mab, the Queen of Air and Darkness. After Harry had no choice but to swear his fealty, Mab wasn’t about to let something as petty as death steal away the prize she had sought for so long.
Ethan M. says: "Thwarts Every Expectation - In a Good Way"
"Awesome series!"

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Would you consider the audio edition of Cold Days to be better than the print version?

Yes, love that James Marsters is back and Harry is better than ever!

What did you like best about this story?

I love the action and suspense. I also enjoy the narration.

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

No

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

Simply entertaining!

Any additional comments?

This is a great book and I love the series, I just can't wait for the next book!

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Way of Kings: Book One of The Stormlight Archive

UNABRIDGED
- by Brandon Sanderson
- Narrated by Kate Reading , Michael Kramer
The Way of Kings: Book One of The Stormlight Archive

UNABRIDGED (45 hrs and 37 mins)

By Brandon Sanderson

Narrated By Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(4867)
Performance
(2527)
Story
(2540)

Roshar is a world of stone and storms. Uncanny tempests of incredible power sweep across the rocky terrain so frequently that they have shaped ecology and civilization alike. Animals hide in shells, trees pull in branches, and grass retracts into the soilless ground. Cities are built only where the topography offers shelter. It has been centuries since the fall of the ten consecrated orders known as the Knights Radiant, but their Shardblades and Shardplate remain: mystical swords and suits of armor.
A User says: "Brandon's Best Work Yet"
"Outstanding!"

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Brandon Sanderson is fast becoming one of my favorite, if not my favorite writer. they way he has finished the wheel of time and this new book The way of Kings is absolutely awesome. I can not wait until the next book in the series. This looks like it could be one of the best series when completed. Well worth the listen. Kate Reading and Michael Kramer are a couple of the best narrators I have listened to, I loved their work in the Wheel of Time.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Wal-Mart Way: The Inside Story of the Success of the World's Largest Company

ABRIDGED
- by Don Soderquist
- Narrated by Don Soderquist
The Wal-Mart Way: The Inside Story of the Success of the World's Largest Company

ABRIDGED (3 hrs and 29 mins)

By Don Soderquist

Narrated By Don Soderquist

Overall
(67)
Performance
(8)
Story
(8)

Since Sam Walton's death in 1992, Wal-Mart has gone from being the largest retailer in the world to holding the top spot on the Fortune 500 list as the largest company in the world. Don Soderquist, who was senior vice chairman during that time, played a crucial role in that success. Sam Walton said, "I tried for almost 20 years to hire Don Soderquist....But when we really needed him later on, he finally joined up and made a great chief operating officer."
Russell says: "Eye opener"
"Wal mart is a good company"

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People don't like Wal Mart and I find that hard to believe. Small business can still make it with a wal mart in town. If a small business is good it can survive big retailers. I am from the home town of wal mart and it still has small businesses and small retail stores that have been in business for years. I believe that wal mart provides a good service for people and if someone does not like the store they don't have to shop there. Just my two cents

5 of 22 people found this review helpful
The Wishsong of Shannara: The Shannara Series, Book 3

ABRIDGED
- by Terry Brooks
- Narrated by Charles Keating
The Wishsong of Shannara: The Shannara Series, Book 3

ABRIDGED (5 hrs and 51 mins)

By Terry Brooks

Narrated By Charles Keating

Overall
(38)
Performance
(8)
Story
(8)

Horror stalked the Four Lands as the Ildatch, ancient source of evil, sent its ghastly Mord Wraiths to destroy Mankind. Only Druid Allanon held the magic power of wishsong that could make plants bloom instantly or turn trees from green to autumn gold. But she, too, was in mortal danger, and Ildatch waited for Brin to fall into his trap.
Robert says: "The Wishsong of Shannara"
"Totally Awesome"

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The is one of the first books that I ever read and it is amazing. The characters are great especially garrett jax. This is well worth listening too. I highly recommend this book.

1 of 2 people found this review helpful
The Elfstones of Shannara: The Shannara Series, Book 2

ABRIDGED
- by Terry Brooks
- Narrated by Charles Keating
The Elfstones of Shannara: The Shannara Series, Book 2

ABRIDGED (6 hrs and 17 mins)

By Terry Brooks

Narrated By Charles Keating

Overall
(59)
Performance
(8)
Story
(8)

The magical Ellcrys tree is dying, loosening the spell that bars the Demons from enacting vengeance upon the land. Now Wil Ohmsford must guard the Elven girl Amberle on a perilous quest as she carries one of the Ellcrys' seeds to a mysterious place where it can be quickened into a powerful new force. But dark on their trail comes the Reaper, most fearsome of all Demons, aiming to the crush their mission at any cost.
Ron says: "What the?!"
"Great book"

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Terry brooks is an amazing writer I love his whole series and this one is great just like everything else that he writes. I truly recomend this and all of Terry Brooks books to readers who like fantasy novels, he is one of the best.

3 of 8 people found this review helpful
The Dragon's Son: The Second Book of the Dragonvarld Trilogy

UNABRIDGED
- by Margaret Weis
- Narrated by Stefan Rudnicki , Gabrielle de Cuir
The Dragon's Son: The Second Book of the Dragonvarld Trilogy

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 6 mins)

By Margaret Weis

Narrated By Stefan Rudnicki, Gabrielle de Cuir

Overall
(308)
Performance
(62)
Story
(65)

In The Dragon's Son, there is new hope in the form of a special offspring who might be able to bridge the anarchy that is disrupting the delicate and unseen order that the Parliament has tried to protect. The twin offspring of a high priestess and a dragon hold the key to man's future, but their identity must be held secret, even from each other, until they have matured. One is raised in a human court, the other in hiding.
S. Marie says: "Just bad"
"Good Book"

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I liked the second intstallment in this series, it was well written and did not go the way that I had expected it to go. I can't wait for the next book to come out I just hope it does not take to long to be released.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Mistress of Dragons: The First Book of the Dragonvarld Trilogy

UNABRIDGED
- by Margaret Weis
- Narrated by Gigi Marceau-Clarke
Mistress of Dragons: The First Book of the Dragonvarld Trilogy

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 8 mins)

By Margaret Weis

Narrated By Gigi Marceau-Clarke

Overall
(499)
Performance
(92)
Story
(95)

Here is a world where men and dragons coexist amid political intrigue and dark magic, where the uneasy balance of power between the two is on the verge of becoming undone, threatening to unleash waves of destruction that will pit humans against humans as well as dragons against men for the domination of the world. Humanity's very survival is at risk.
Laura says: "What a great story!"
"Wonderful Book"

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I love all of the books by margaret weis, I just wish that there were more of them on audible. loved this book it is wonderful.

1 of 2 people found this review helpful
The Sword of Shannara: The Shannara Series, Book 1

UNABRIDGED
- by Terry Brooks
- Narrated by Scott Brick
The Sword of Shannara: The Shannara Series, Book 1

UNABRIDGED (26 hrs)

By Terry Brooks

Narrated By Scott Brick

Overall
(1258)
Performance
(458)
Story
(476)

Long ago, the wars of the ancient Evil ruined the world. In peaceful Shady Vale, half-elfin Shea Ohmsford knows little of such troubles. But the supposedly dead Warlock Lord is plotting to destroy everything in his wake. The sole weapon against this Power of Darkness is the Sword of Shannara, which can be used only by a true heir of Shannara. On Shea, last of the bloodline, rests the hope of all the races.
Nicholas says: "Finally Unabridged!"
"Great as always!"

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This is one of terry brooks best books and I am really glad it has came out in the unabridged version, can't wait for elfstones to come out unabridged and the rest of the series after the wishsong to be released.

0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Jarka Ruus: High Druid of Shannara, Book 1

ABRIDGED
- by Terry Brooks
- Narrated by Charles Keating
Jarka Ruus: High Druid of Shannara, Book 1

ABRIDGED (5 hrs and 55 mins)

By Terry Brooks

Narrated By Charles Keating

Overall
(40)
Performance
(4)
Story
(4)

Despite denouncing her former life as the dreaded Ilse Witch, Grianne Ohmsford still has bitter enemies within the Third Druid Council. Among the highest ranks lurk those who cannot forget her reign of terror, who covet her seat of power, and who will stop at nothing to see her deposed - or destroyed. Even Grianne's few allies know of the lots against her. But they could never anticipate her sudden, ominous disappearance in the dead of the night without a trace.
Tabitha says: "When is that next book coming out?"
"Captivating can't wait for the next two books!"

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This is an awesome story and terry brooks is an amazing writer. The only disappointing thing is, is that it will be another year for the next book and anonther year after that for the last book. I highly recomend this book and any book Terry Brooks has written

1 of 1 people found this review helpful