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Wendy

Australia | Member Since 2012

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10 reviews
10 ratings
45 titles in library
3 purchased in 2013

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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 52 mins)

By E. L. James

Narrated By Becca Battoe

Overall
(350)
Performance
(296)
Story
(301)

When literature student Anastasia Steele interviews successful entrepreneur Christian Grey, she finds him very attractive and deeply intimidating. Convinced that their meeting went badly, she tries to put him out of her mind – until he turns up at the store where she works part-time, and invites her out. Unworldly and innocent, Ana is shocked to find she wants this man. And, when he warns her to keep her distance, it only makes her want him more.
Masha says: "Frustratingly bad read"
"Boring"

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What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?

The content of this story was just so pathetic, I didn't even bother to listen to more than half an hour of it.

What was most disappointing about E. L. James’s story?

It was so predictable and silly. I did not find this book arousing. I bought this booking thinking it might be sexy, but was very dissapointed.

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

No, I think someone else could write a much sexier book than this.

Any additional comments?

I think it's time that a good author took up writing sexy books. There is obviously quite a lot of money to be made and people interested in reading this type of book.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Outlander

UNABRIDGED
- by Diana Gabaldon
- Narrated by Davina Porter
Outlander

UNABRIDGED (33 hrs and 8 mins)

By Diana Gabaldon

Narrated By Davina Porter

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(11069)
Performance
(5691)
Story
(5499)

Why we think it’s a great listen: An all-time Audible favorite that mixes historic fiction, adventure, and romance with one of the most fascinating literary devices: time travel. Outlander introduces an exhilarating world of heroism and breathtaking thrills as one woman is torn between past and present, passion and love. In 1945, former combat nurse Claire Randall returns from World War II and joins her husband for a second honeymoon. But their blissful reunion is shattered....
Lulu says: "The Reason for the Existence of Audio Books"
"Absolutely fantastic"

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I truly loved this story, it had me looking forward to going to bed every night to listen to another hour or so. Gosh Jamie has got to be the most gallant hero of all time. To think i have at least another 6 books to go in this series WOW. I love Davina Porter's narration too.

0 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Witness

UNABRIDGED
- by Nora Roberts
- Narrated by Julia Whelan
The Witness

UNABRIDGED (16 hrs and 18 mins)

By Nora Roberts

Narrated By Julia Whelan

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(5139)
Performance
(4436)
Story
(4402)

Daughter of a cold, controlling mother and an anonymous donor, studious, obedient Elizabeth finally let loose one night, drinking too much at a nightclub and allowing a strange man’s seductive Russian accent to lure her to a house on Lake Shore Drive. The events that followed changed her life forever. Twelve years later, the woman now known as Abigail Lowery lives alone on the outskirts of a small town in the Ozarks. A freelance programmer, she works at home designing sophisticated security systems.
Maha Bali says: "not great, not terrible"
"Most captivating book"

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I have not listened to many audio books or read many books for that matter. I found myself really looking forward to listening to this book every night. So for me this is a good indicator as to how good a book is.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Wild Man Creek: A Virgin River Novel

UNABRIDGED
- by Robyn Carr
- Narrated by Therese Plummer
Wild Man Creek: A Virgin River Novel

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 30 mins)

By Robyn Carr

Narrated By Therese Plummer

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(457)
Performance
(327)
Story
(325)

New York Times and USA Today best-selling author Robyn Carr is renowned for her Virgin River series. When Colin Riordan is caught in a devastating helicopter crash, Virgin River seems like the ideal place to recover - both physically and emotionally. But when PR guru Jillian Matlock, who rents a Victorian home down the street, finds Colin trespassing, an instant connection blossoms between them - which leads to more than either expects.
SIMARA says: "My new favorite book in the series!"
"I really enjoyed listening to this story"

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Where does Wild Man Creek rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I havén't listened to a lot of audios yet, but can say that this book is really enjoyable, and is amongst the top ones have heard so far.

Who was your favorite character and why?

No comment

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

Yes, cannot say why. All I can say is that I looked forward to listening to this audio every night until it was finished.

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

Nothing really

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Wheat Belly: Lose the Wheat, Lose the Weight, and Find Your Path Back to Health

UNABRIDGED
- by William Davis
- Narrated by Tom Weiner
Wheat Belly: Lose the Wheat, Lose the Weight, and Find Your Path Back to Health

UNABRIDGED (7 hrs and 37 mins)

By William Davis

Narrated By Tom Weiner

Overall
(913)
Performance
(794)
Story
(768)

Since the introduction of dietary guidelines calling for reduced fat intake in the 1970s, a strange phenomenon has occurred: Americans have steadily, inexorably become heavier, less healthy, and more prone to diabetes than ever before. After putting more than two thousand of his at-risk patients on a wheat-free regimen and seeing extraordinary results, cardiologist William Davis has come to the disturbing conclusion that it is not fat, not sugar, not our sedentary lifestyle that is causing America’s obesity epidemic—it is wheat.
Stacey says: "The program works, but the listen is technical"
"Very informative"

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Where does Wheat Belly rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Highly

What did you like best about this story?

It gave me the insentive to pass on a lot of carbs, especially bread. Haven't eatin it for weeks and don't even miss it.

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

I'm not sure here. I don't like reading, so audios are for me!

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

no comment

Any additional comments?

Thanks to this author I have lost 6 kilos in 6 weeks.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Sam's Letters to Jennifer

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- by James Patterson
- Narrated by Laurel Lefkow
Sam's Letters to Jennifer

UNABRIDGED (4 hrs and 9 mins)

By James Patterson

Narrated By Laurel Lefkow

Overall
(1)
Performance
(1)
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(1)

A heart-warming and touching romance from James Patterson. When her beloved grandmother is hospitalised, Jennifer returns to the lakeside home where she spent a magical childhood. There she finds a package of letters addressed to her that tell of passion, intrigue, and desire. This is the real tale of her grandmother's life. It's a shocking family secret, concealed for decades, and the most moving love story Jennifer has ever heard.
Wendy says: "Very nice little story"
"Very nice little story"

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, it's an easy story to listen to. Good one for going off to sleep at night with.

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

No I haven't

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

Not really

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Raising Stony Mayhall

UNABRIDGED
- by Daryl Gregory
- Narrated by David Marantz
Raising Stony Mayhall

UNABRIDGED (12 hrs and 18 mins)

By Daryl Gregory

Narrated By David Marantz

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(505)
Performance
(442)
Story
(444)

In 1968, after the first zombie outbreak, Wanda Mayhall and her three young daughters discover the body of a teenage mother during a snowstorm. Wrapped in the woman's arms is a baby - stone-cold, not breathing, and without a pulse. But then his eyes open and look up at Wanda, and he begins to move.The family hides the child - whom they name Stony - rather than turn him over to authorities who would destroy him. Against all scientific reason, the undead boy begins to grow....
Maryland says: "You'll wish you lived as much as this undead boy"
"Not quite my cup of tea"

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What disappointed you about Raising Stony Mayhall?

I just couldn't get into this story

What do you think your next listen will be?

JK Rowlings new book

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

No I haven't listened to him

If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Raising Stony Mayhall?

No comment

Any additional comments?

I didn't finish listening to this audio

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Tandia

UNABRIDGED
- by Bryce Courtenay
- Narrated by Humphrey Bower
Tandia

UNABRIDGED (26 hrs and 39 mins)

By Bryce Courtenay

Narrated By Humphrey Bower

Overall
(818)
Performance
(321)
Story
(317)

Tandia is a child of all Africa: half Indian, half African, beautiful and intelligent, she is only sixteen when she is first brutalized by the police. Her fear of the white man leads her to join the black resistance movement. With her in the fight for justice is the one white man Tandia can trust, the welterweight champion of the world, Peekay. Now he must fight their common enemy in order to save both their lives.
Thomas Andrews says: "Thanks for this wonderful collaboration"
"AWESOME, absolutely loved this bood"

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, because it is a most entertaining book. I looked forward to listening to this every night

What was one of the most memorable moments of Tandia?

When Tandia told PK she loved him

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

Yes I listened to The Power of One and it was also just as good, i would rate them both the same - Fantastic

Who was the most memorable character of Tandia and why?

Mamma Tequilla because she was such a colourful character

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Last Valentine

ABRIDGED
- by James Michael Pratt
- Narrated by Jean Smart , Vyto Ruginis
The Last Valentine

ABRIDGED (3 hrs and 15 mins)

By James Michael Pratt

Narrated By Jean Smart, Vyto Ruginis

Overall
(6)
Performance
(3)
Story
(3)

The most powerful love story to come along in years. Beginning with a wife's farewell to her husband in World War II, and continuing to the present day, James Michael Pratt weaves an emotional tale of love transcending time and space. Television reporter Susan Allison is looking for the perfect story about true love, but her heart of hearts tells her such a thing doesn't really exist.
barbara bondra says: "The Last Valentine"
"Good short story"

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I was happy with this story of the Last Valentine. I did feel there could have been a little more to the story though, i was left feeling a little not quite finished!!

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Shelter Mountain

UNABRIDGED
- by Robyn Carr
- Narrated by Therese Plummer
Shelter Mountain

UNABRIDGED (12 hrs and 45 mins)

By Robyn Carr

Narrated By Therese Plummer

Overall
(922)
Performance
(552)
Story
(551)

Marine veteran John "Preacher" Middleton intimidates just about everyone who walks into his bar. But when an abused young mother comes in, seeking protection from her ex-husband, Preacher promises to become her guardian - and maybe something more.
Judy says: "Shelter Mountain"
"Good romance"

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I really enjoyed this audio. Great little tale of romance. Good author good narrator

0 of 0 people found this review helpful