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chaz

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  • Heir of Novron: Riyria Revelations, Book 3 | [Michael J. Sullivan]
    Heir of Novron: Riyria Revelations, Book 3
    UNABRIDGED

    Heir of Novron: Riyria Revelations, Book 3

    • UNABRIDGED (31 hrs and 49 mins)
    • By Michael J. Sullivan
    • Narrated By Tim Gerard Reynolds
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (1100)
    Performance
    (1000)
    Story
    (1016)

    On the holiday of Wintertide, the New Empire plans to burn the Witch of Melengar and force the Empress into a marriage of their own design. But they didn’t account for Royce and Hadrian finally locating the Heir of Novron—or the pair’s desire to wreak havoc on the New Empire’s carefully crafted scheme.

    Ron says: "Spectacular fantasy series"
    "Well Done"
    Overall
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    Would you listen to Heir of Novron again? Why?

    Spell binding


    What did you like best about this story?

    Excellent character development and differentiation


    What does Tim Gerard Reynolds bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

    Actuall makes you see the different characters in your mind's eye


    3 of 3 people found this review helpful
  • The Gods Awaken: The Timuras Trilogy, Book 3 | [Allan Cole]
    The Gods Awaken: The Timuras Trilogy, Book 3
    UNABRIDGED

    The Gods Awaken: The Timuras Trilogy, Book 3

    • UNABRIDGED (17 hrs and 36 mins)
    • By Allan Cole
    • Narrated By John Hough
    Overall
    (13)
    Performance
    (5)
    Story
    (5)

    The realm is tormented by catastrophe. Lord Safar Timura, the great wizard, is trapped in the doomed world of Hadin, condemned to suffer and die, over and over again. It is up to his wizard son, Prince Palimak, to stop the disaster slowly poisoning land and sea. Though he is half human and half demon, even Palimak may not possess the awesome powers needed to free Safar and discover the great lost tomb, guarded by a fierce she-beast who holds secrets to halt the terror.

    Asia says: "Outstanding!!!"
    "Good Story Ruined by the Narration"
    Overall
    Performance
    Story
    What did you like best about The Gods Awaken? What did you like least?

    Story was good with elements of the Dark Tower abounding
    The narration and / or editing was awful. Mispronunciations of common words and an uneven pace made paying attention difficult. And the hambone laughter! ugh!


    What didn’t you like about John Hough’s performance?

    Almost everything


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • A Memory of Light: Wheel of Time, Book 14 | [Robert Jordan, Brandon Sanderson]
    A Memory of Light: Wheel of Time, Book 14
    UNABRIDGED

    A Memory of Light: Wheel of Time, Book 14

    • UNABRIDGED (41 hrs and 55 mins)
    • By Robert Jordan, Brandon Sanderson
    • Narrated By Michael Kramer, Kate Reading
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (2760)
    Performance
    (2505)
    Story
    (2530)

    Since 1990, when Robert Jordan’s The Wheel of Time® burst on the world with its first book, The Eye of the World, listeners have been anticipating the final scenes of this extraordinary saga, which has sold over 40 million copies in over 32 languages. When Robert Jordan died in 2007, all feared that these concluding scenes would never be written. But working from notes and partials left by Jordan, established fantasy writer Brandon Sanderson stepped in to complete the masterwork.

    Terrell Sanders says: "The saga that brought 'Epic' back to fantasy"
    "great ending?"
    Overall
    Performance
    Story
    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    yes it completes the series perfectly


    What does Michael Kramer and Kate Reading bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

    Well done. the voice counterpoints and inflections kept the story moving at a brisk pace


    Any additional comments?

    Mr. Sanderson should be barred for life from using the words; bloody, bloody ashes and flaming. He totally wore them out!
    A synopsis of the other 13 books at the beginning would be a worthy addition

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Zoo | [James Patterson, Michael Ledwidge]
    Zoo
    UNABRIDGED

    Zoo

    • UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 6 mins)
    • By James Patterson, Michael Ledwidge
    • Narrated By Jay Snyder
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (363)
    Performance
    (306)
    Story
    (302)

    All over the world, brutal attacks are crippling entire cities. Jackson Oz, a young biologist, watches the escalating events with an increasing sense of dread. When he witnesses a coordinated lion ambush in Africa, the enormity of the violence to come becomes terrifyingly clear. With the help of ecologist Chloe Tousignant, Oz races to warn world leaders before it's too late. The attacks are growing in ferocity, cunning, and planning, and soon there will be no place left for humans to hide.

    James says: "Love Patterson, but this was just SILLY"
    "Vague science equals a slow read"
    Overall
    Performance
    Story
    Would you try another book from James Patterson and Michael Ledwidge and/or Jay Snyder?

    No Book was boring


    What could James Patterson and Michael Ledwidge have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you?

    Use a believable premise for the plot. The attack of the 50 ft woman had more credibility


    What aspect of Jay Snyder’s performance would you have changed?

    The French accent was amateurish and painful


    What character would you cut from Zoo?

    All the humans


    Any additional comments?

    One should listen to this piece wearing Birkenstocks and wool socks while munching granola.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • The Wind Through the Keyhole: The Dark Tower | [Stephen King]
    The Wind Through the Keyhole: The Dark Tower
    UNABRIDGED

    The Wind Through the Keyhole: The Dark Tower

    • UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 29 mins)
    • By Stephen King
    • Narrated By Stephen King
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (1535)
    Performance
    (1398)
    Story
    (1387)

    In The Wind Through the Keyhole, Stephen King has returned to the rich landscape of Mid-World. This story within a story within a story finds Roland Deschain, Mid-World’s last gunslinger, in his early days during the guilt-ridden year following his mother’s death. Sent by his father to investigate evidence of a murderous shape-shifter, a "skin-man", Roland takes charge of Bill Streeter, a brave but terrified boy who is the sole surviving witness to the beast’s most recent slaughter.

    Cassandra says: "An exceptional story, but I miss George Guidall."
    "Professional Writer, Amateur Narrator"
    Overall
    Performance
    Story
    Where does The Wind Through the Keyhole rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

    An adequate story.


    How did the narrator detract from the book?

    Mr. King's motone and drag lisp really detract from the story


    Any additional comments?

    Reissue please with a professional reader

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Assassin's Quest: The Farseer Trilogy, Book 3 | [Robin Hobb]
    Assassin's Quest: The Farseer Trilogy, Book 3
    UNABRIDGED

    Assassin's Quest: The Farseer Trilogy, Book 3

    • UNABRIDGED (37 hrs and 39 mins)
    • By Robin Hobb
    • Narrated By Paul Boehmer
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (1004)
    Performance
    (636)
    Story
    (643)

    King Shrewd is dead at the hands of his son Regal. As is Fitz - or so his enemies and friends believe. But with the help of his allies and his beast magic, he emerges from the grave, deeply scarred in body and soul. The kingdom also teeters toward ruin: Regal has plundered and abandoned the capital, while the rightful heir, Prince Verity, is lost to his mad quest - perhaps to death. Only Verity's return - or the heir his princess carries - can save the Six Duchies.

    John says: "Story Became More Irritating"
    "TOO LONG"
    Overall
    Performance
    Story

    Would be better if it was abridged. 100 pages too long. Ending was too predictable.

    1 of 3 people found this review helpful
  • Towers of Midnight: Wheel of Time, Book 13 | [Robert Jordan, Brandon Sanderson]
    Towers of Midnight: Wheel of Time, Book 13
    UNABRIDGED

    Towers of Midnight: Wheel of Time, Book 13

    • UNABRIDGED (38 hrs and 24 mins)
    • By Robert Jordan, Brandon Sanderson
    • Narrated By Michael Kramer, Kate Reading
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (4384)
    Performance
    (2123)
    Story
    (2139)

    The Last Battle has started. The seals on the Dark One’s prison are crumbling. The Pattern itself is unraveling, and the armies of the Shadow have begun to boil out of the Blight. The sun has begun to set upon the Third Age. Perrin Aybara is now hunted by specters from his past: Whitecloaks, a slayer of wolves, and the responsibilities of leadership. All the while, an unseen foe is slowly pulling a noose tight around his neck....

    Jacob says: "Doesn't wrap as nicely as Gathering Storm"
    "end already"
    Overall
    Performance
    Story

    Seems like a stall. 900 pages with little accomplished. I love the series but it should have ended at 13.

    2 of 5 people found this review helpful
  • The Sign | [Raymond Khoury]
    The Sign
    UNABRIDGED

    The Sign

    • UNABRIDGED (16 hrs and 8 mins)
    • By Raymond Khoury
    • Narrated By Richard Ferrone
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (186)
    Performance
    (43)
    Story
    (45)

    In Antarctica, a scientific expedition drops anchor for a live news feed. As the CNN journalist begins her report, a massive, shimmering sphere of light suddenly appears in the sky, enveloping the ship in luminous white light before disappearing as mysteriously as it arrived - the entire event witnessed by an incredulous world audience.

    Daniel says: "Good adventure, but too political & anti-religion"
    "stinko"
    Overall
    Performance
    Story

    just a perfectly awful, boring book.
    Book is filled with political bias, unbelievable scenes and junk science.
    Khoury has, for me, gone from a must read to a must avoid

    9 of 12 people found this review helpful

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