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Monica

love listening to great books while I work, clean, and drive...a great way to experience great books!!!

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Dear Mrs. Fitzsimmons (The Audiobook)

UNABRIDGED
- by Greg Fitzsimmons
- Narrated by Greg Fitzsimmons , Zach Galifianakis , Adam Carolla , Natalie Maines , Bob Saget , Brian Posehn , Andy Dick , Mike O'Malley
Dear Mrs. Fitzsimmons (The Audiobook)

UNABRIDGED (6 hrs and 10 mins)

By Greg Fitzsimmons

Narrated By Greg Fitzsimmons, Zach Galifianakis, Adam Carolla, and others

Overall
(114)
Performance
(104)
Story
(104)

It's what he was raised to do. Most parents would hide or destroy any evidence so clearly demonstrating their child's failures, but-lucky for us-Greg Fitzsimmons's family has preserved each mistake in its original envelope like a trophy in a case, lest he ever forget where he came from.
Linda says: "Funny and very entertaining."
"Great Book!"

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What did you love best about Dear Mrs. Fitzsimmons (The Audiobook)?

I love how personal this story was nothing held back and you really learn about the man.

What other book might you compare Dear Mrs. Fitzsimmons (The Audiobook) to and why?

Adam Carolla's First book...the back story really paints the picture.

What about the narrators’s performance did you like?

The author had other people read the letters, but sometimes the outside readers sound quality was not great.

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

I laughed a lot his story is so honest and you can nit help , but to enjoy it.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Driving Mr. Dead

UNABRIDGED
- by Molly Harper
- Narrated by Amanda Ronconi
Driving Mr. Dead

UNABRIDGED (5 hrs and 2 mins)

By Molly Harper

Narrated By Amanda Ronconi

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(2475)
Performance
(2243)
Story
(2246)

Miranda Puckett has failed at every job she’s ever had. Her mother just wants her to come home, join the family law firm, and settle down with Jason, the perfect lawyer boyfriend. But when Jason turns out to be a lying cheater, Miranda seizes on a job that gets her out of town: long-distance vampire transportation. Her first assignment is to drive vampire Collin Sutherland from Washington to sleepy Half Moon Hollow without incident—no small feat for a woman whom trouble seems to follow like a faithful hound dog!
Denise says: "Molly Harper can't write fast enough for me!!!!"
"I love Miranda"

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What made the experience of listening to Driving Mr. Dead the most enjoyable?

Amanda Ronconi!!!! she brings creates an amazing experience and makes you want more.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Driving Mr. Dead?

"I am a Vampire not a cheetah!" I was driving during this chapter and could not laugh hard enough..crazy funny!

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

I think that she makes each character just different enough that know can feel where they are coming from. What a power team Molly and Amanda!

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

buckle up for adventure

Any additional comments?

I adore Molly Harper's work, but I think that Amanda Ronconi give them life! I listen as Ii work(I work at 4am) and I am riveted. I have to stop at 7am, but can not wait till my lunch break to hear more!!!!

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Care and Feeding of Stray Vampires

UNABRIDGED
- by Molly Harper
- Narrated by Amanda Ronconi
The Care and Feeding of Stray Vampires

UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 55 mins)

By Molly Harper

Narrated By Amanda Ronconi

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(1797)
Performance
(1637)
Story
(1632)

Iris Scanlon, Half-Moon Hollow's only daytime vampire concierge, knows more about the undead than she'd like. Running all their daylight errands - from letting in the plumber to picking up some chilled O neg - gives her a look at the not-so-glamorous side of vampire life. Her rules are strict; relationships with vamps are strictly business, not friendship - and certainly not anything else. But then she finds her newest client, Cal, poisoned on his kitchen floor, and only Iris can help.
Ronda says: "Once again this should have disclaimers"
"Welcome back to halfmoon hallow..."

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Where does The Care and Feeding of Stray Vampires rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

4th in this category of book. Only behind the Good Girl series.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Care and Feeding of Stray Vampires?

When Iris helps fight at the end of the book. She is crazy to jump a vampire,but I love that she jumped into the fray.

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

She is Iris, Jane, Andrea and etc..I loved the scenes where Iris and Jane are having a conversation. Amanda makes the story and sadly they end too soon.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

While Iris is in the hospital the vampire community leave gifts and well wishes at her home. She had supported them so much, but this gesture shows that they appreciate her and all that she does.

Any additional comments?

I love Molly Harper's work I discovered her work on a whim and am fell in love.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Shadow of Night

UNABRIDGED
- by Deborah Harkness
- Narrated by Jennifer Ikeda
Shadow of Night

UNABRIDGED (24 hrs and 30 mins)

By Deborah Harkness

Narrated By Jennifer Ikeda

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(4111)
Performance
(3661)
Story
(3645)

Now, picking up from A Discovery of Witches' cliff-hanger ending, Shadow of Night plunges Diana Bishop and Matthew Clairmont into Elizabethan London, a world of spies, subterfuge, and a coterie of Matthew's old friends, the mysterious School of Night that includes Christopher Marlowe and Walter Raleigh. Here, Diana must locate a witch to tutor her in magic, Matthew is forced to confront a past he thought he had put to rest, and the mystery of Ashmole 782 deepens. Deborah Harkness has crafted a gripping journey through a world of alchemy, time travel, and magical discoveries.
Hallie says: "Even better than A Discovery of Witches"
"finally!!!!!"

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If you could sum up Shadow of Night in three words, what would they be?

mystery, magic, history

Who was your favorite character and why?

Diana, she comes into her own and grows in her magic

Which scene was your favorite?

when Diana was tied to the post, her life in danger her dragon opens up from with in her and protects her and traps her attackers.

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

Magic, Mystery... Alpha and Omega..the world will never be the same!

Any additional comments?

I can not wait for the final book

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Not Taco Bell Material

ABRIDGED
- by Adam Carolla
- Narrated by Adam Carolla
Not Taco Bell Material

ABRIDGED (7 hrs and 59 mins)

By Adam Carolla

Narrated By Adam Carolla

Overall
(645)
Performance
(593)
Story
(586)

Funnyman Adam Carolla is known for two things: hilarious rants about things that drive him crazy and personal stories about everything from his hardscrabble childhood to his slacker friends to the hypocrisy of Hollywood. He tackled rants in his first book, and now he tells his best stories and debuts some never-before-heard tales as well. Adam Carolla started broke and blue collar and has now been on the Hollywood scene for over 15 years. Yet he never lost his underdog demeanor.
Ron says: "Must have for any Adam Carolla Fan!"
"Adam does it again"

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Would you listen to Not Taco Bell Material again? Why?

Yes, I love hearing all the stories and they offer a window into Adam's later years.

What did you like best about this story?

His chapters are organized by where he lived at the time. It is a very creative.

What about Adam Carolla’s performance did you like?

He is barely reading the book! It feels like a conversation. He also has lived reactions to some of his memories and includes new topics that are not in the written book.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When his girlfriend found the article in the paper for the later known acme improve company. You get to hear his first review. This is one of his first attempts to perform on his own terms.

Any additional comments?

If you listen to The Adam Carolla daily podcast, he will reference many of the same stories, tbut the written book and the audio book are not the same.you should consider getting both versions.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Fifty Shades of Grey: Book One of the Fifty Shades Trilogy

UNABRIDGED
- by E. L. James
- Narrated by Becca Battoe
Fifty Shades of Grey: Book One of the Fifty Shades Trilogy

UNABRIDGED (19 hrs and 47 mins)

By E. L. James

Narrated By Becca Battoe

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(11013)
Performance
(8727)
Story
(9332)

When literature student Anastasia Steele goes to interview young entrepreneur Christian Grey, she encounters a man who is beautiful, brilliant, and intimidating. The unworldly, innocent Ana is startled to realize she wants this man and, despite his enigmatic reserve, finds she is desperate to get close to him. Unable to resist Ana’s quiet beauty, wit, and independent spirit, Grey admits he wants her, too—but on his own terms.
Penelope Poopendorfer says: "Holy Crap minus the Holy"
"Good book, but all the "OH MAY" s !!!!"

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What made the experience of listening to Fifty Shades of Grey the most enjoyable?

the anticipation of what the characters would do

What was one of the most memorable moments of Fifty Shades of Grey?

When Christian gps Ana at the bar and comes to her rescue.

How could the performance have been better?

the voice work was ok but the emails: listening to the heading of each email prior to the actual message was madding!!! "From Christian Grey CEO...." OK WE GET IT!!!!!

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

when Ana enters the elevator for the last time and Christian is a live wire of pain...it is a haeart breaking moment when one knows they have lost love.

2 of 4 people found this review helpful
New Moon: The Twilight Saga, Book 2

UNABRIDGED
- by Stephenie Meyer
- Narrated by Ilyana Kadushin
New Moon: The Twilight Saga, Book 2

UNABRIDGED (14 hrs and 55 mins)

By Stephenie Meyer

Narrated By Ilyana Kadushin

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(5231)
Performance
(1651)
Story
(1680)

For Bella Swan, there is one thing more important than life itself: Edward Cullen. But being in love with a vampire is even more dangerous than Bella ever could have imagined. Edward has already rescued Bella from the clutches of one evil vampire, but now, as their daring relationship threatens all that is near and dear to them, they realize their troubles may be just beginning.
cmclien says: "Emotionally Painful..."
"Good second book, but it can be very slow"

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

Yes! the slower parts are hard to hold on, but the voice work made it a great smooth moving story.

Would you recommend New Moon to your friends? Why or why not?

Yes, if you have not read the series it is a nice way to get through all the books in time for the final film.

What about Ilyana Kadushin’s performance did you like?

she is a talent!!!

0 of 0 people found this review helpful