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anthony

An Audio Book Junkie...

SPRING, TX, United States | Member Since 2012

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  • The Cardinal of the Kremlin | [Tom Clancy]
    The Cardinal of the Kremlin
    UNABRIDGED

    The Cardinal of the Kremlin

    • UNABRIDGED (25 hrs and 21 mins)
    • By Tom Clancy
    • Narrated By Michael Prichard
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (501)
    Performance
    (383)
    Story
    (394)

    Two men possess vital information on Russia's Star Wars missile defense system. One of them is Cardinal -- America's highest agent in the Kremlin -- and he's about to be terminated by the KGB. The other one is the American who can save Cardinal and lead the world to the brink of peace . . . or war. Here is author Tom Clancy's heart-stopping masterpiece -- a riveting novel about one of the most intriguing issues of our time.

    Tom says: "Great Story, a Less Great Reading"
    "1/3 pure boredom + 2/3 spy novel masterpiece"
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    Would you listen to The Cardinal of the Kremlin again? Why?

    I would, but I would skip through the first third of the book to get to the actual storry.


    What other book might you compare The Cardinal of the Kremlin to and why?

    Well, none really it is unique outstanding book, that was nearly derailed by poor narration.


    What do you think the narrator could have done better?

    Oh yes, guy nearly put me to sleep, little variation between characters, however, he did a better job in this book than Clear and Present danger.


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Patriot Games | [Tom Clancy]
    Patriot Games
    UNABRIDGED

    Patriot Games

    • UNABRIDGED (22 hrs and 1 min)
    • By Tom Clancy
    • Narrated By Scott Brick
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (482)
    Performance
    (376)
    Story
    (380)

    It is fall. CIA analyst Jack Ryan, historian and former Marine, is vacationing in London with his wife and young daughter. Suddenly, right before his eyes, a terrorist group launches its deadly attack. Instinctively, he dives forward to break it up, and is shot. It is not until he wakes up in the hospital that he learns whose lives he has saved - the Duke and Duchess of Kent.

    K. Masheter Deal says: "Oldie but Goodie!"
    "Strong story + decent narration = good experience"
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    Would you consider the audio edition of Patriot Games to be better than the print version?

    I would imagine I couldn't finish the book, however, the audio book was entertaining enough for me to survive the dry parts and enjoy the good parts.


    What did you like best about this story?

    The entire development of the story, it was great.


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Clear and Present Danger | [Tom Clancy]
    Clear and Present Danger
    UNABRIDGED

    Clear and Present Danger

    • UNABRIDGED (30 hrs and 11 mins)
    • By Tom Clancy
    • Narrated By Michael Prichard
    Overall
    (292)
    Performance
    (231)
    Story
    (229)

    Colombian drug lords, bored with Uncle Sam's hectoring, assassinate the head of the FBI. The message is clear: Bug off! At what point do these druggies threaten national security? When can a nation act against its enemies? These are questions Jack Ryan must answer because someone has quietly stepped over the line.

    T. Heidner says: "Terrific Book. Much better Narrator"
    "Clear and Boring Danger..."
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    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    I would recommend this book if there was a different narrator. It just killed me how I could zone out through chapters of this book, even through the "exciting" parts of it because the narrator was trained in the art of putting people to sleep. I digress, the story is great, the meat and potatoes of the book is great,


    What did you like best about this story?

    The detail... this is like all of his books are a master work of detail, character development, and overall delivery of the story.


    What didn’t you like about Michael Prichard’s performance?

    I didn't like his narration at all.. it was so dry, all the characters sounded the same, and couldn't tell when detail stopped and conversation started.


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • No Easy Day: The Firsthand Account of the Mission That Killed Osama Bin Laden | [Mark Owen, Kevin Maurer]
    No Easy Day: The Firsthand Account of the Mission That Killed Osama Bin Laden
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    No Easy Day: The Firsthand Account of the Mission That Killed Osama Bin Laden

    • UNABRIDGED (6 hrs and 54 mins)
    • By Mark Owen, Kevin Maurer
    • Narrated By Holter Graham
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (2569)
    Performance
    (2311)
    Story
    (2321)

    From the streets of Iraq to the mountaintops of Afghanistan and to the third floor of Osama Bin Laden's compound, operator Mark Owen of the U.S. Naval Special Warfare Development Group - commonly known as SEAL Team Six - has been a part of some of the most memorable special operations in history, as well as countless missions that never made headlines. No Easy Day puts listeners alongside Owen and the other handpicked members of the 24-man team as they train for the biggest mission of their lives.

    Darwin8u says: "Gripping, first-hand narrative of Op Neptune Spear"
    "Ignore the politics, this is an EYE opening book"
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    What made the experience of listening to No Easy Day the most enjoyable?

    Just hearing the struggles that the operators have to go through day in and day out of deployment, work-up, and deployment again. The best part, while I get a good book out of the deal a portion of the book sales go the families of fallen seals.


    11 of 19 people found this review helpful
  • Tom Clancy Presents: Act of Valor | [Dick Couch, George Galdorisi]
    Tom Clancy Presents: Act of Valor
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    Tom Clancy Presents: Act of Valor

    • UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 59 mins)
    • By Dick Couch, George Galdorisi
    • Narrated By Steven Weber
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (782)
    Performance
    (690)
    Story
    (688)

    Act of Valor takes audiences deep into the secretive world of the most elite, highly trained group of warriors in the modern world. When the rescue of a kidnapped CIA operative leads to the discovery of a deadly terrorist plot against the U.S., a team of SEALs is dispatched on a worldwide manhunt. As the valiant men of Bandito Platoon race to stop a coordinated attack that could kill and wound thousands of American civilians, they must balance their commitment to country, team and their families back home.

    Jennifer says: "Give me a sec while I dry my eyes....."
    "Great novel....good dedication to the seals.."
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    Where does Tom Clancy Presents: Act of Valor rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

    Through the majority of the novel it is pretty tame.. its the last few minutes.. that is emotionally... well it will bring a tear to any service member who has served. In the grand scheme of things it was a good book, not the best.. but a great story.


    What did you like best about this story?

    The emotion at the end...


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

    First time listening to him.. he has a spec war type voice.. it was good


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

    Sort of.. I enjoyed the movie (watched it first) the listened.. it goes into more depth, but a one sitter... not really


    Any additional comments?

    Good book go SEALs!

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • The Hunger Games | [Suzanne Collins]
    The Hunger Games
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    The Hunger Games

    • UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 14 mins)
    • By Suzanne Collins
    • Narrated By Carolyn McCormick
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (28128)
    Performance
    (19787)
    Story
    (20082)

    Could you survive on your own, in the wild, with everyone out to make sure you don't live to see the morning? In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by 12 outlying districts. The Capitol is harsh and cruel and keeps the districts in line by forcing them all to send one boy and one girl between the ages of 12 and 18 to participate in the annual Hunger Games, a fight to the death on live TV.

    Teddy says: "The Book Deserves The Hype"
    "It is definately a teen book"
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    Would you consider the audio edition of The Hunger Games to be better than the print version?

    Would not know... I didn't read the book, watched the movie and thought i would check out th ebook


    What other book might you compare The Hunger Games to and why?

    Um.. not sure, I usually do not read young "adult" books... i guess I would compare this to any other novel a 17 year old girl would like.. lol


    Which scene was your favorite?

    None really


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

    No not really.


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business | [Charles Duhigg]
    The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business
    UNABRIDGED

    The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business

    • UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 53 mins)
    • By Charles Duhigg
    • Narrated By Mike Chamberlain
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (2767)
    Performance
    (2291)
    Story
    (2257)

    At its core, The Power of Habit contains an exhilarating argument: The key to exercising regularly, losing weight, raising exceptional children, becoming more productive, building revolutionary companies and social movements, and achieving success is understanding how habits work. Habits aren’t destiny. As Charles Duhigg shows, by harnessing this new science, we can transform our businesses, our communities, and our lives.

    Mehra says: "Nice! A guide on how to change"
    "Now to make a habit of listening to this..."
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    Where does The Power of Habit rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

    Pretty good as far as a quasi-self-help and educational book


    Who was your favorite character and why?

    I actually love the story about Febreeze, and how they had to change the way they marketed it according to ones habit.


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

    The way he read it made the book pretty interesting.


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

    No not really.


    Any additional comments?

    Great read... something you would have to listen to more than once.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful

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