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  • Home for the Summer: Chesapeake Diaries, Book 5

    • UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 33 mins)
    • By Mariah Stewart
    • Narrated By Xe Sands
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (14)
    Performance
    (13)
    Story
    (13)

    Some of Lucy Sinclair's best days were those spent growing up in small town St. Dennis - working at the family inn and enjoying summers filled with swimming, sailing, tennis, and the company of Clay Madison, her best friend. But Lucy's darkest day, the one that shattered her innocence with violence and fear, also happened in St. Dennis. And the town she once loved became the place she gladly left behind-along with the terrible secret she's kept for 20 years

    P. Kanan says: "A disappointment in a good series"
    "Slow, boring, horrible narration!"
    Overall
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    Would you try another book from Mariah Stewart and/or Xe Sands?

    The story was a little slow moving but good.Yes to the author, NO to XE Sands! Not sure if narrator was trying to sound high class? But characters seemed bored, making it a boring listen. :(


    Has Home for the Summer turned you off from other books in this genre?

    No


    Would you be willing to try another one of Xe Sands’s performances?

    No


    If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Home for the Summer?

    It was pretty wordy when coming to describing "things" like decorations but less so on characters personalities.


    Any additional comments?

    I probably wont listen to anymore of M. Stewards books but I might borrow from the library just to give her another chance.

    0 of 2 people found this review helpful
  • Naked in Death: In Death, Book 1

    • UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 19 mins)
    • By J. D. Robb
    • Narrated By Susan Ericksen
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (3022)
    Performance
    (1374)
    Story
    (1385)

    Eve Dallas is a New York police lieutenant hunting for a ruthless killer. In over 10 years on the force, she's seen it all - and knows that her survival depends on her instincts. And she's going against every warning telling her not to get involved with Roarke, an Irish billionaire - and suspect in Eve's murder investigation. But passion and seduction have rules of their own, and it's up to Eve to take a chance in the arms of a man she knows nothing about - except the addictive hunger of needing his touch.

    Felicity says: "Don't Judge the Series by the First Book!"
    "Didn't do a thing for me"
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    Would you try another book from J. D. Robb and/or Susan Ericksen?

    I doubt that I will try the author again, I just couldn't get interested in it.


    Has Naked in Death turned you off from other books in this genre?

    I don't think this is a genre for me, so yes.


    Would you be willing to try another one of Susan Ericksen’s performances?

    I didn't have a problem with the narration, so I am willing to try one of hers again.


    What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment?

    Just disappointment...not my interest really.


    Any additional comments?

    I should have read more reviews before buying. I think this was a special deal and that's why I gave it a shot.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Line of Scrimmage

    • UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 43 mins)
    • By Marie Force
    • Narrated By Tanya Eby
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (31)
    Performance
    (29)
    Story
    (30)

    Susannah finally has a peaceful, calm life and a no-surprises man. Marriage to football superstar Ryan Sanderson was a whirlwind of passion, heat, energy, and excitement, but Susannah got sick of playing second fiddle to his team, watching women throwing themselves at him, and living in terror of the hard hits he took on the field. With their divorce just days from being final, she's already planning a wedding with her new fiance.... Ryan has just ten days to convince his soon-to-be ex-wife to give him a second chance.

    Candateshia Pafford says: "Ummm Horrible Narration"
    "Football, sexy cowboy and sizzle!"
    Overall
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    If you could sum up Line of Scrimmage in three words, what would they be?

    Love, loss, betrayal


    Who was your favorite character and why?

    Henry, so fun to see that he gets what he deserves in the end.


    Which character – as performed by Tanya Eby – was your favorite?

    Love Tanya Eby and she does them all well. My favorite is Susie though.


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

    Definitely!


    Any additional comments?

    More please!

    0 of 1 people found this review helpful
  • Bet Me

    • UNABRIDGED (12 hrs and 3 mins)
    • By Jennifer Crusie
    • Narrated By Deanna Hurst
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (950)
    Performance
    (359)
    Story
    (366)

    Min Dobbs knows that happily-ever-after is a fairy tale, especially with a man who asked her to dinner to win a bet. Cal Morrisey knows commitment is impossible, especially with a woman as cranky as Min Dobbs. When they say good-bye at the end of their evening, they cut their losses and agree never to see each other again. But Fate has other plans.

    G. House Sr. says: "A story twist up front -- a good change"
    "Huh?"
    Overall
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    What did you like best about Bet Me? What did you like least?

    I really tried to listen to this 4 or 5 times but I kept falling asleep. Just could not get into the story at all. I had a hard time keeping track of who was trying to hook up with who and who was fooling who?


    Would you ever listen to anything by Jennifer Crusie again?

    Yes, I love many of her books! This just wasn't one of them. The characters were just not interesting and had little personality.


    How did the narrator detract from the book?

    Did not distinguish between characters well at all...I think that was part of not being able to get into the story.


    Did Bet Me inspire you to do anything?

    Wish I hadn't wasted a credit...


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Red Hot

    • UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 10 mins)
    • By Niobia Bryant
    • Narrated By Shari Peele
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (25)
    Performance
    (23)
    Story
    (22)

    Is a real man too hot for a pampered diva to handle? For Kaitlyn Strong, life has been a fun-filled free ride, all expenses paid by her wealthy father. As for relationships, why would Kaitlyn want to give up the fabulous single life? But after she goes on her most outrageous spending bender yet, she's informed it's time to make her own way. For a shocked Kaitlyn, that means getting a job - and an affordable apartment to go with it.

    Damita says: "Overall Good"
    "boring with a capital B"
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    Would you try another book from Niobia Bryant and/or Shari Peele?

    No! The characters are spoiled, annoying and superficial! The story was so boring that I couldn't even finish it. I assume they(she) learns a lesson and all but I just didn't care enough to find out!!!!!!!


    What could Niobia Bryant have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you?

    less clothing descriptions and better character or quicker development?


    How did the narrator detract from the book?

    I just did not care for the voice or accents or anything


    If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Red Hot?

    all


    Any additional comments?

    just a disappointment...I haven't had very many audiobooks that I didn't even want to finish but this was one for sure!

    0 of 1 people found this review helpful
  • Off the Menu

    • UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 10 mins)
    • By Stacey Ballis
    • Narrated By Arielle DeLisle
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (14)
    Performance
    (13)
    Story
    (13)

    As the executive culinary assistant to celebrity Chicago chef Patrick Conlon, Alana Ostermann works behind the scenes - and that's just the way she likes it. But with developing recipes for Patrick's cookbooks, training his sous chefs, picking out the perfect birthday gifts for his ex-mother-in-law, and dealing with the fallout from his romantic escapades, she barely has a personal life, much less time to spend with her combo platter of a mutt, Dumpling.

    Barbara says: "Light and charming story......"
    "Painfully shallow boring story...waste of credit"
    Overall
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    What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?

    Less emphasis on food and more story and character development


    What was most disappointing about Stacey Ballis’s story?

    Just no real point, bad try for humor with all the dog pooh and bodily functions


    Which character – as performed by Arielle DeLisle – was your favorite?

    Liked the narrator.


    What character would you cut from Off the Menu?

    The dog!


    Any additional comments?

    Couldn't wait for it to be over! Ugh

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  • Jacked Up: Fast Track Series, Book 6

    • UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 17 mins)
    • By Erin McCarthy
    • Narrated By Emily Durante
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (31)
    Performance
    (28)
    Story
    (27)

    Eve Monroe is a stock-car PR pro who puts her career first - until an on-track wardrobe malfunction reveals more than the sexy smile of jackman Nolan Ford. The video's become an internet sensation, and it's Eve's job to calm the sponsors and put a spin on the unexpected exposure.

    It may be a public relations job, but now that Eve's seen what's under Nolan's crew suit, it's gotten personal. After a few dates she has Nolan pretty revved up. If only she'd learn to relax and enjoy it.

    barb says: "Romance with HEAT!"
    "Romance with HEAT!"
    Overall
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    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    Yes, I love the series and I'm not even a NASCAR fan!


    What was one of the most memorable moments of Jacked Up?

    The birthday party


    What about Emily Durante’s performance did you like?

    She puts sizzle and passion into the characters.


    Any additional comments?

    Looking forward to the next in the series!

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  • Creed’s Honor

    • UNABRIDGED (12 hrs and 5 mins)
    • By Linda Lael Miller
    • Narrated By Jack Garrett
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (92)
    Performance
    (68)
    Story
    (68)

    Linda Lael Miller’s New York Times best-selling contemporary Western romances have found a place in the hearts of listeners worldwide. Creed’s Honor stars Connor Creed, a rancher reluctantly carrying on his uncle’s legacy in Lonesome Bend, Colorado. For years he’s sacrificed his own dreams to fulfill the promise he made to his uncle. But everything changes when his wild, estranged twin brother re-enters his life—and then there’s the beautiful Tricia McCall, who stirs feelings of passion deep within Connor’s soul.

    Julia says: "good story but slow."
    "kind of a long, drawn out and boring story!"
    Overall
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    Would you try another book from Linda Lael Miller and/or Jack Garrett?

    Probably not, the story was just not that interesting. I like the narrators voice for men but not women characters!


    Did Jack Garrett do a good job differentiating all the characters? How?

    Not good with female voices


    Do you think Creed’s Honor needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

    Not really


    Any additional comments?

    Just not for me....

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • All Summer Long: Fool's Gold, Book 9

    • UNABRIDGED (9 hrs and 30 mins)
    • By Susan Mallery
    • Narrated By Tanya Eby
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (196)
    Performance
    (171)
    Story
    (173)

    Former underwear model turned entrepreneur Clay Stryker has loved, tragically lost and vowed that he’ll never risk his heart again. After making his fortune, the youngest of the rugged Stryker brothers returns to Fool’s Gold, California, to put down roots on a ranch of his own. But he’s frustrated to discover that even in his hometown, people see him only for his world-famous…assets.

    April says: "Almost, but not quite - perfect"
    "annoying narrator!"
    Overall
    Performance
    Story
    This book wasn’t for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more?

    I have no idea


    What was most disappointing about Susan Mallery’s story?

    The narration was so bad and so distracting that I couldn't even focus on the story!


    Would you be willing to try another one of Tanya Eby’s performances?

    No


    What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment?

    Disappointment...I usually like the author


    Any additional comments?

    I love about 99% of the audible books I get...this is the 1% awful

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  • Echoes at Dawn

    • UNABRIDGED (9 hrs and 59 mins)
    • By Maya Banks
    • Narrated By Harry Berkeley
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (152)
    Performance
    (137)
    Story
    (143)

    Grace Peterson is desperate, in hiding, and on the run after escaping a shadowy group determined to exploit her extraordinary ability to heal others. Her only lifeline - an unerring telepathic ability she shares with her sister - has been severed, leaving her alone and vulnerable. And time is running out.... Enlisted to bring Grace home is Rio, relentless member of the KGI. He's unprepared for his reaction to this wounded, damaged woman, and he's fiercely determined to protect her from those who nearly destroyed her.

    Ronda says: "Heart Breakingly Amazing!!!"
    "Boring...put me to sleep"
    Overall
    Performance
    Story
    What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?

    The story needed to move a bit faster and have more focus on other characters. I heard a lot of repeating conversations.


    What was most disappointing about Maya Banks’s story?

    Just didn't hold my interest


    Did Harry Berkeley do a good job differentiating all the characters? How?

    Yes with accents and changes in his tone.


    What character would you cut from Echoes at Dawn?

    Not cut but add more interest in why they are there and more of their background


    Any additional comments?

    The love affair was steamy but the overall story wasn't

    1 of 3 people found this review helpful

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