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Mrs.

Whitehouse, TX, United States | Member Since 2009

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The Measure of the Magic: Legends of Shannara

UNABRIDGED
- by Terry Brooks
- Narrated by Phil Gigante
The Measure of the Magic: Legends of Shannara

UNABRIDGED (14 hrs and 20 mins)

By Terry Brooks

Narrated By Phil Gigante

Overall
(302)
Performance
(259)
Story
(259)

For 500 years, the survivors of the Great Wars lived peacefully in a valley sanctuary shielded by powerful magic from the blighted and dangerous outside world. But the enchanted barriers have crumbled, the borders have been breached by predators, and the threat of annihilation looms large once more. Sider Ament, bearer of the last black staff and its profound power, devoted his life to protecting the valley and its inhabitants - and, in his final moments, gave stewardship of the black staff to the young Tracker Panterra Qu.
gary says: "Sophomoric at Best"
"Oy Vey........"

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Would you try another book from Terry Brooks and/or Phil Gigante?

Phil Rocks....until there's too many female characters....

What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting?

uh....

What do you think the narrator could have done better?

Stick to Reacher novels.

Did The Measure of the Magic inspire you to do anything?

Read more Jim Butcher books.

Any additional comments?

Can I get my credit back?

0 of 3 people found this review helpful
Born Standing Up: A Comic's Life

UNABRIDGED
- by Steve Martin
- Narrated by Steve Martin
Born Standing Up: A Comic's Life

UNABRIDGED (4 hrs and 3 mins)

By Steve Martin

Narrated By Steve Martin

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(2096)
Performance
(724)
Story
(721)

In the mid-70s, Steve Martin exploded onto the comedy scene. By 1978 he was the biggest concert draw in the history of stand-up. In 1981 he quit forever. Born Standing Up is, in his own words, the story of "why I did stand-up and why I walked away".
Andrew says: "Fantastic"
"Great read."

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Story

Where does Born Standing Up rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

It's about as good as Rob Lowe's book.

What did you like best about this story?

He's very grounded, unlike many celebrities.

Which scene was your favorite?

When his mother died.

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

Yes.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Let's Explore Diabetes with Owls

UNABRIDGED
- by David Sedaris
- Narrated by David Sedaris
Let's Explore Diabetes with Owls

UNABRIDGED (6 hrs and 25 mins)

By David Sedaris

Narrated By David Sedaris

Overall
(617)
Performance
(548)
Story
(546)

From the unique perspective of David Sedaris comes a new collection of essays taking his listeners on a bizarre and stimulating world tour. From the perils of French dentistry to the eating habits of the Australian kookaburra, from the squat-style toilets of Beijing to the particular wilderness of a North Carolina Costco, we learn about the absurdity and delight of a curious traveler's experiences.
FanB14 says: "Devout Fan Disappointed"
"Well....it's David Sedaris..."

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What did you like best about Let's Explore Diabetes with Owls? What did you like least?

Some of the Chapters were very creative and funny.

Would you ever listen to anything by David Sedaris again?

No...

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

It's almost dry witty stand up, sometimes it's funny.

Do you think Let's Explore Diabetes with Owls needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

No. It's arbitrary.

Any additional comments?

He's screwed up, but he spends most of his time making fun of other people.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
A Paper Life

ABRIDGED
- by Tatum O'Neal
- Narrated by Tatum O'Neal
A Paper Life

ABRIDGED (5 hrs and 33 mins)

By Tatum O'Neal

Narrated By Tatum O'Neal

Overall
(85)
Performance
(36)
Story
(35)

At age 10, Tatum O'Neal became the youngest Oscar winner in history for her performance in the film classic Paper Moon. As the sidekick to her father, Ryan O'Neal, she became a fixture at the most glamorous Hollywood parties and counted celebrities among her childhood friends.
Deb says: "started out strong, but ended weakly"
"Poor Tatum"

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Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

It was a good listen. This girl's life was hard from the time she was three. You feel for her, trying to escape her "genetic" short comings. The abuse is shocking.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Tatum. Mostly from her child aged movies.

What three words best describe Tatum O'Neal’s voice?

Smokey sass

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Total Recall: My Unbelievably True Life Story

UNABRIDGED
- by Arnold Schwarzenegger
- Narrated by Stephen Lang , Arnold Schwarzenegger
Total Recall: My Unbelievably True Life Story

UNABRIDGED (23 hrs and 26 mins)

By Arnold Schwarzenegger

Narrated By Stephen Lang, Arnold Schwarzenegger

Overall
(335)
Performance
(305)
Story
(303)

Chronicling his embodiment of the American Dream, Total Recall covers Schwarzenegger's high-stakes journey to the United States, from creating the international bodybuilding industry out of the sands of Venice Beach, to breathing life into cinema's most iconic characters, and becoming one of the leading political figures of our time. Proud of his accomplishments and honest about his regrets, Schwarzenegger spares nothing in sharing his amazing story.
Molly says: "True LIES and Alibis~ Brilliant ~ 5 STARS"
"Partial Recall"

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Performance
Story

What was most disappointing about Arnold Schwarzenegger’s story?

He's an egomaniac, and still didn't tell the whole truth.

Would you be willing to try another one of Stephen Lang and Arnold Schwarzenegger ’s performances?

NO.

You didn’t love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities?

I felt sorry for the people he had hurt.

Any additional comments?

He should go and find brigitte nielsen drunk in the park and spend their wrecked lives together.

1 of 3 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
(3299)
Performance
(3057)
Story
(3057)

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"
"Fantastic book."

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Story

Who was your favorite character and why?

St. Nick....ha ha...too funny.

Which character – as performed by James Marsters – was your favorite?

James Marsters makes the book extra enjoyable. I'd put him right up there with Dick Hill. I'm glad he's back, reading as Dresden.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Wards of Faerie: The Dark Legacy of Shannara

UNABRIDGED
- by Terry Brooks
- Narrated by Rosalyn Landor
Wards of Faerie: The Dark Legacy of Shannara

UNABRIDGED (14 hrs and 25 mins)

By Terry Brooks

Narrated By Rosalyn Landor

Overall
(180)
Performance
(158)
Story
(160)

When the world was young, and its name was Faerie, the power of magic ruled - and the Elfstones warded the race of Elves and their lands, keeping evil at bay. But when an Elven girl fell hopelessly in love with a Darkling boy of the Void, he carried away more than her heart. Thousands of years later, tumultuous times are upon the world now known as the Four Lands. Users of magic are in conflict with proponents of science. Elves have distanced their society from the other races. The Druid order is threatened.
Paul says: "Call It A Comeback!"
"Thanks for a better book."

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Story

Welcome back from Hawaii Terry. This book is back on track. Great writing and interesting story.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful
100 Ways to Create Wealth

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- by Sam Beckford , Steve Chandler
- Narrated by Steve Chandler
100 Ways to Create Wealth

UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 36 mins)

By Sam Beckford, Steve Chandler

Narrated By Steve Chandler

Overall
(73)
Performance
(26)
Story
(25)

These 100 eye-opening ways to create wealth are drawn from the author's successful careers, with many touching personal stories as well as stories and examples from the hundreds of clients these master coaches have advised. This book is chock full of ways to make money, deepen life's pleasure, increase personal wage-earning power, and start fresh entrepreneurial ideas right at home.
Thomas says: "A MUST HAVE!"
"Narrated by Garfield the Cat."

Overall
Performance
Story

Nothing to rave about. Not bad for the price. Content helpful? In General yes. Would I recommend it to others? No.

5 of 6 people found this review helpful
The $100 Startup: Reinvent the Way You Make a Living, Do What You Love, and Create a New Future

UNABRIDGED
- by Chris Guillebeau
- Narrated by Chris Guillebeau , Thomas Vincent Kelly
The $100 Startup: Reinvent the Way You Make a Living, Do What You Love, and Create a New Future

UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 14 mins)

By Chris Guillebeau

Narrated By Chris Guillebeau, Thomas Vincent Kelly

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(444)
Performance
(383)
Story
(383)

Still in his early 30s, Chris is on the verge of completing a tour of every country on earth – he’s already visited more than 175 nations - and yet he’s never held a “real job” or earned a regular paycheck. Rather, he has a special genius for turning ideas into income, and he uses what he earns both to support his life of adventure and to give back. In The $100 Startup, he tells you how to lead of life of adventure, meaning and purpose - and earn a good living.
Tina M. Hilton says: "Great Content, Robotic Narration"
"Another 4 hour work week type of book"

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Performance
Story

This book reeks of Timothy Ferris B.O. Just another "morning glory" book. The excitement fades quickly after the first few chapters.

2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Trickle Down Tyranny: Crushing Obama's Dreams of a Socialist America

UNABRIDGED
- by Michael Savage
- Narrated by Pete Larkin
Trickle Down Tyranny: Crushing Obama's Dreams of a Socialist America

UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 29 mins)

By Michael Savage

Narrated By Pete Larkin

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(54)
Performance
(42)
Story
(45)

Trickle Down Tyranny is the single book you need to stop Obama's emerging dictatorship before we lose all of our constitutional, God-given rights. These pages show you the dangerous laws and powergrabs of the Obama administration… and what we can do to stop this leftist gang from seizing another term in office. Obama is transforming us into a second-class nation, with communists and Islamists given free rein to expand their power.
Jearl says: "Awsome Read, just as enjoyable as listening on air"
"Brings Clarity to the Obama charade."

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Story

If you're a fan of Dr. Savage, then this book is about par with his other books. Warning psychological nudity...

8 of 16 people found this review helpful
Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption

UNABRIDGED
- by Laura Hillenbrand
- Narrated by Edward Herrmann
Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption

UNABRIDGED (14 hrs)

By Laura Hillenbrand

Narrated By Edward Herrmann

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(8310)
Performance
(4526)
Story
(4530)

Why we think it’s a great listen: Seabiscuit was a runaway success, and Hillenbrand’s done it again with another true-life account about beating unbelievable odds. On a May afternoon in 1943, an Army Air Forces bomber crashed into the Pacific Ocean and disappeared, leaving only a spray of debris and a slick of oil, gasoline, and blood. Then, on the ocean surface, a face appeared.....
Janice says: "Indescribable"
"Best read in my library"

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Story

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

Same.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Unbroken?

Makes you really stop bitching about your trivial problems.

Have you listened to any of Edward Herrmann???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?

Unbroken describes it perfectly.

Any additional comments?

Unbelievable ! Best story I've ever heard about human survival.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful