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Sylvia

alpharetta, GA, United States | Member Since 2008

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Valley Forge: A Novel

UNABRIDGED
- by Newt Gingrich , William R. Forstchen
- Narrated by William Dufris , Callista Gingrich
Valley Forge: A Novel

UNABRIDGED (19 hrs and 3 mins)

By Newt Gingrich, William R. Forstchen

Narrated By William Dufris, Callista Gingrich

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(110)
Performance
(44)
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(46)

In To Try Men's Souls, Newt Gingrich and William R. Forstchen cast a new light on the year 1776 .Valley Forge picks up the narrative a year after Washington’s triumphant surprise attack on Trenton, and much has changed since then. It’s the winter of 1777, and Washington’s battered, demoralized army retreats from Philadelphia.
LanceBaldwin says: "Good history book, horrible readers"
"I loved this book!!! The very best in the series!"

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My dad used to say to us when my 3 brothers and I were growing up, 'What do they teach you in school? I can't believe you don't know your US history'! Well, he was right! I learned so much from this book and loved it! The story was so engaging, the narration spot on and I literally cried at the end. So very good! You will do yourself and your noggin a favor by listening, enjoying and enriching yourself!

0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Gettysburg: A Novel of the Civil War

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- by Newt Gingrich , William R. Forstchen
- Narrated by Tom Stechschulte
Gettysburg: A Novel of the Civil War

UNABRIDGED (17 hrs and 3 mins)

By Newt Gingrich, William R. Forstchen

Narrated By Tom Stechschulte

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(212)
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(64)
Story
(64)

Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich and veteran author William R. Forstchen combine their talents in this powerful and rousing alternate history of the most legendary Civil War clash.
Raymond says: "Read The Killer Angels First!"
"I loved this book!"

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My dad used to say to us when my 3 brothers and I were growing up, 'What do they teach you in school? I can't believe you don't know your US history'! Well, he was right! I learned so much from this book and loved it! The story was so engaging, the narration spot on and I literally cried at the end. So very good! You will do yourself and your noggin a favor by listening, enjoying and enriching yourself!

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
To Try Men's Souls: A Novel of George Washington and the Fight for American Freedom

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- by Newt Gingrich , William R. Forstchen
- Narrated by William Dufris , Callista Gingrich , Eric Conger
To Try Men's Souls: A Novel of George Washington and the Fight for American Freedom

UNABRIDGED (12 hrs and 23 mins)

By Newt Gingrich, William R. Forstchen

Narrated By William Dufris, Callista Gingrich, Eric Conger

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(168)
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(60)
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(60)

Newt Gingrich and William R. Forstchen have turned their sharp eye for detail on the Revolutionary War. Their story follows three men with three very different roles to play in history: General George Washington, Thomas Paine, and Jonathan Van Dorn, a private in Washington's army. The action focuses on one of the most iconic events in American history: Washington crossing the Delaware.
George says: "Bloody Feet and All"
"I loved this book!"

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My dad used to say to us when my 3 brothers and I were growing up, 'What do they teach you in school? I can't believe you don't know your US history'! Well, he was right! I learned so much from this book and loved it! The story was so engaging, the narration spot on and I literally cried at the end. So very good! You will do yourself and your noggin a favor by listening, enjoying and enriching yourself!

2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Lord John and the Private Matter

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- by Diana Gabaldon
- Narrated by Jeff Woodman
Lord John and the Private Matter

UNABRIDGED (9 hrs and 24 mins)

By Diana Gabaldon

Narrated By Jeff Woodman

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(911)
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(403)
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(413)

With more than 10 million copies in print worldwide, New York Times best-selling author Diana Gabaldon's Outlander series is a global phenomenon. Lord John and the Private Matter, starring one of the most popular Outlander characters, captures all the adventure and magic of the series while delivering a fresh tale that is utterly captivating.
GoryDetails says: "Lively tale, well told"
"Interesting, it was good."

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Of course I love the author and her Outlander series and wanted more and this story delivered. Taken from one of the Outlander characters, it has a nice story and makes you laugh out loud. I enjoyed it and would recommend to you.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Gulliver's Travels: A Signature Performance by David Hyde Pierce

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- by Jonathan Swift
- Narrated by David Hyde Pierce
Gulliver's Travels: A Signature Performance by David Hyde Pierce

UNABRIDGED (9 hrs and 52 mins)

By Jonathan Swift

Narrated By David Hyde Pierce

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(401)
Performance
(243)
Story
(249)

A Signature Performance: Four-time Emmy Award winner David Hyde Pierce delivers an air of lovable self-importance in his rendition of the classic social satire that remains as fresh today as the day it was published.
Lara says: "Timeless Humor"
"Awful"

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Yuck, couldn't get thru it, story was SO BORING and the details, too graphic and stupid. I'm thought I was going to love this but I guess I like the cartoon version better. Sorry, had to give my honest opinion!

0 of 6 people found this review helpful
The Troubled Man: A Kurt Wallander Mystery

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- by Henning Mankell , Laurie Thompson (translator)
- Narrated by Robin Sachs
The Troubled Man: A Kurt Wallander Mystery

UNABRIDGED (16 hrs and 55 mins)

By Henning Mankell, Laurie Thompson (translator)

Narrated By Robin Sachs

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(407)
Performance
(180)
Story
(187)

Håkan von Enke, a retired naval officer, disappears during a walk in a forest near Stockholm. Wallander is not officially involved in the investigation, but he is personally affected—von Enke is his daughter’s father-in-law—and Wallander is soon interfering in matters that are not his responsibility. He is confounded by the information he uncovers, which hints at elaborate Cold War espionage.
Rebecca says: "I'd expect nothing less..."
"Very good, worth the credit!"

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Clearly the last book of this series, which is sad. The story line was very good, the writing excellent, as always. Not a fast paced book but one very worthy of your time. Deserving of the NYT best seller list!

0 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Informationist: A Vanessa Michael Munroe Novel, Book 1

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- by Taylor Stevens
- Narrated by Hillary Huber
The Informationist: A Vanessa Michael Munroe Novel, Book 1

UNABRIDGED (12 hrs and 22 mins)

By Taylor Stevens

Narrated By Hillary Huber

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Overall
(1155)
Performance
(587)
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(594)

Vanessa “Michael” Munroe deals in information - expensive information - working for corporations, heads of state, private clients, and anyone else who can pay for her unique brand of expertise. Born to missionary parents in lawless central Africa, Munroe took up with an infamous gunrunner and his mercenary crew when she was just fourteen. As his protégé, she earned the respect of the jungle's most dangerous men, cultivating her own reputation for years until something sent her running. After almost a decade building a new life and lucrative career from her home base in Dallas, she's never looked back. Until now....
Readinista says: "Why is this the Audiobook Tournament?! Terrible!"
"Interesting, very good!"

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I didn't know if I was going to like this book, it's a bit different but I really enjoyed it. I gave it 4 stars and would recommend to my friends! LOTS of action, very fast paced and believe me, if you think you know the ending, you don't! :)

1 of 1 people found this review helpful
A Game of Thrones: A Song of Ice and Fire, Book I

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- by George R. R. Martin
- Narrated by Roy Dotrice
A Game of Thrones: A Song of Ice and Fire, Book I

UNABRIDGED (33 hrs and 50 mins)

By George R. R. Martin

Narrated By Roy Dotrice

Whispersync for Voice-ready

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(15540)
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(10013)
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(10025)

In a time long forgotten, a preternatural event threw the seasons off balance. In a land where summers can last decades and winters a lifetime, trouble is brewing. As the cold returns, sinister forces are massing beyond the protective wall of the kingdom of Winterfell. To the south, the king's powers are failing, with his most trusted advisor mysteriously dead and enemies emerging from the throne's shadow.
Teddy says: "OMG! OMG! OMG!"
"LOVED this book!"

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It took a little bit to get into the story and understand what was going on but once I was hooked, OMGosh, I listened for hours and hours and then was so sad when it ended!! Just bought part 2, can't wait to dig in!!

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Fifth Witness

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- by Michael Connelly
- Narrated by Peter Giles
The Fifth Witness

UNABRIDGED (13 hrs and 56 mins)

By Michael Connelly

Narrated By Peter Giles

Whispersync for Voice-ready

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(3794)
Performance
(1870)
Story
(1860)

Mickey Haller has fallen on tough times. He expands his business into foreclosure defense, only to see one of his clients accused of killing the banker she blames for trying to take away her home. Mickey puts his team into high gear to exonerate Lisa Trammel, even though the evidence and his own suspicions tell him his client is guilty. Soon after he learns that the victim had black market dealings of his own, Haller is assaulted, too - and he's certain he's on the right trail. Despite the danger and uncertainty, Haller mounts the best defense of his career in a trial where the last surprise comes after the verdict is in.
Bob says: "Compelling and difficult to put down"
"Very good, worth the credit, suspenseful!"

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I really enjoyed this book, the reading went by quick and I was happy with the ending!

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Zoo Story: Life in the Garden of Captives

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- by Thomas French
- Narrated by John Allen Nelson
Zoo Story: Life in the Garden of Captives

UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 41 mins)

By Thomas French

Narrated By John Allen Nelson

Overall
(99)
Performance
(34)
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(35)

Welcome to the savage and surprising world of Zoo Story, an unprecedented account of the secret life of a zoo and its inhabitants, both animal and human. Based on six years of research, the book follows a handful of unforgettable characters at Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo: an alpha chimp with a weakness for blondes, a ferocious tiger who revels in Obsession perfume, and a brilliant but tyrannical CEO known as El Diablo Blanco.
Katherine says: "Excellent!"
"Loved the story, learned a lot!"

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My book club choose this book and I very much enjoyed it. Great story, non fiction so I learned a ton and really made me look at zoos in a whole new way. I highly recommend this listen!

1 of 1 people found this review helpful