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Gerald

Nesconset, NY, United States | Member Since 2012

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89 titles in library
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The Dragon Factory: The Joe Ledger Novels, Book 2

UNABRIDGED
- by Jonathan Maberry
- Narrated by Ray Porter
The Dragon Factory: The Joe Ledger Novels, Book 2

UNABRIDGED (16 hrs and 11 mins)

By Jonathan Maberry

Narrated By Ray Porter

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(1086)
Performance
(880)
Story
(880)

In The Dragon Factory, Ledger and his team from the Department of Military Sciences square off against two separate groups of corrupt scientists. The beautiful but twisted Jakoby Twins are creating transgenic monsters and genetically enhanced mercenaries for sale to the highest bidder. Their father, who takes evil to an entirely new level, is using cutting-edge science to complete the Nazi master-race program.
adam says: "Wonderfully and Wildly Entertaining"
"Surpurb action thriller!"

Overall
Performance
Story

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

Yes, each book is stand alone. Great suspense.

What did you like best about this story?

Fast pace and action. Never a dull moment.

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

Just great. His acents and voices are the best. He should win an award.

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

Just pure action and suspense.

Any additional comments?

Great driving listening!

0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Killing Floor

UNABRIDGED
- by Lee Child
- Narrated by Dick Hill
Killing Floor

UNABRIDGED (15 hrs and 23 mins)

By Lee Child

Narrated By Dick Hill

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(3956)
Performance
(2183)
Story
(2157)

All is not well in Margrave, Georgia. The sleepy, forgotten town hasn't seen a crime in decades, but within the span of three days it witnesses events that leave everyone stunned. An unidentified man is found beaten and shot to death on a lonely country road.
Lawerence says: "Started 5* later 2*s- why?"
"Great fast passed Action"

Overall
Performance
Story

Would you consider the audio edition of Killing Floor to be better than the print version?

Yes, You don't miss a beat. The narator adds so much to the book.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

The plot was great. Very simular to The first Joe Marco novel.

Which scene was your favorite?

All there was no slow parts

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

Never I listen in my car.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The 7th Month: A Detective D. D. Warren Story

UNABRIDGED
- by Lisa Gardner
- Narrated by Kirsten Potter
The 7th Month: A Detective D. D. Warren Story

UNABRIDGED (1 hr and 47 mins)

By Lisa Gardner

Narrated By Kirsten Potter

Overall
(1643)
Performance
(1398)
Story
(1387)

In Lisa Gardner’s first-ever short story following thirteen bestselling novels, The 7th Month takes listeners between the books and into a day in the life of Boston Detective D. D. Warren. In her seventh month of pregnancy, D.D. should be taking it easy. Instead, she accepts a small consulting role on the set of a serial killer film shooting in Boston.
Kristi says: "A great short detective mystery!"
"Just real bad"

Overall
Performance
Story

Would you try another book from Lisa Gardner and/or Kirsten Potter?

Never

What was most disappointing about Lisa Gardner’s story?

Too predictable

What didn’t you like about Kirsten Potter’s performance?

Can't do male voices. Hard to listen to.

What character would you cut from The 7th Month?

DD

Any additional comments?

If it was not for free. I'd ask for a refund

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Light: Morpheus Road Trilogy, Book 1

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- by D. J. MacHale
- Narrated by Nick Podehl
The Light: Morpheus Road Trilogy, Book 1

UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 46 mins)

By D. J. MacHale

Narrated By Nick Podehl

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(90)
Performance
(63)
Story
(61)

Marshall Seaver is being haunted. In the first installment of this chillingly compelling trilogy, sixteen-year-old Marshall discovers that something beyond our world is after him. The eerie clues pile up quickly, and when people start dying, it's clear whatever this is - it's huge. Marshall has no idea what's happening to him, but he's soon convinced that it has something to do with his best friend, Cooper, who's been missing for over a week.
Gerald says: "Not so good"
"Not so good"

Overall
Performance
Story

What disappointed you about The Light?

Like a bad Stephen King. I did not like story line and ending. I don't even want to read the next book

Would you ever listen to anything by D. J. MacHale again?

No

How did the narrator detract from the book?

Bad voices

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

Disappointment

0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Split Second

UNABRIDGED
- by David Baldacci
- Narrated by Scott Brick
Split Second

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 40 mins)

By David Baldacci

Narrated By Scott Brick

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(2632)
Performance
(941)
Story
(946)

Michelle Maxwell has just blown her future with the Secret Service. Against her instincts, she let a presidential candidate out of her sight to comfort a grieving widow. Then, behind closed doors, the politician whose safety was her responsibility vanished into thin air.
John says: "Listen again"
"A great spy novel"

Overall
Performance
Story

Where does Split Second rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This one is in the top ten.

Who was your favorite character and why?

They all were great.

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

Scott is a master at his craft. Always enjoyable to listen to.

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

Non stop action.

0 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle

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- by Arthur Conan Doyle
- Narrated by Alan Cumming
The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle

UNABRIDGED (47 mins)

By Arthur Conan Doyle

Narrated By Alan Cumming

Overall
(4183)
Performance
(3609)
Story
(3621)

The season of gift-giving is here, and this year we've got something special for our members: Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s Yuletide whodunit "The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle". In this holiday-themed short story, Sherlock Holmes and his trusty sidekick, Dr. Watson, follow the trail of a lost hat and a Christmas goose through the streets of London and into a rapidly expanding mystery.
Steven says: "A Classic Holiday Story"
"A timeless classic."

Overall
Performance
Story

If you could sum up The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle in three words, what would they be?

Timeless, Suspenceful, Cunning. This was a Doyle classic.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

Yes it kept me on the edge of my seat.

Which scene was your favorite?

The way Homes solved the mystery.

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

Yes.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Fallen Angel

UNABRIDGED
- by Daniel Silva
- Narrated by George Guidall
The Fallen Angel

UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 25 mins)

By Daniel Silva

Narrated By George Guidall

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(996)
Performance
(822)
Story
(815)

After narrowly surviving his last operation, Gabriel Allon, the wayward son of Israeli intelligence, has taken refuge behind the walls of the Vatican, where he is restoring one of Caravaggio's greatest masterpieces. But early one morning he is summoned to St. Peter's Basilica by Monsignor Luigi Donati, the all-powerful private secretary to his Holiness Pope Paul VII. The body of a beautiful woman lies broken beneath Michelangelo's magnificent dome.
Robert says: "When will Gabriel retire?"
"A great spy novel!"

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Performance
Story

What made the experience of listening to The Fallen Angel the most enjoyable?

The history and great story line. It was written well.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Gabriel. He was a master mind in his quest to solve so many threats.

Which scene was your favorite?

The end of the book with the Dome action the best.

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

The end of the book.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Ballistic: A Gray Man Novel

UNABRIDGED
- by Mark Greaney
- Narrated by Jay Snyder
Ballistic: A Gray Man Novel

UNABRIDGED (13 hrs and 43 mins)

By Mark Greaney

Narrated By Jay Snyder

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(1193)
Performance
(996)
Story
(1007)

Ex-CIA assassin Court Gentry thought he could find refuge living in the Amazon rain forest. But his bloody past finds him when a vengeful Russian crime lord forces him to go on the run once again. Court makes his way to one of the only men in the world he can trust - and arrives too late. His friend is dead and buried. Years before, Eddie Gamboa had saved Court's life. Now, Eddie has been murdered by the notorious Mexican drug cartel he fought to take down. And Court soon finds himself drawn into a war he never wanted.
Jean says: "Action Packed"
"Fast paced Action"

Overall
Performance
Story

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

Yes the narrator was excelent. It makes my long commute very enjoyable.

What did you like best about this story?

The history of Mexico and the lawless within.

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

The voices of each character was brought to life in a compelling manor.

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

This book was great and opened my eyes to what is taking place in Mexico.

Any additional comments?

I would highly recomment this one.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Storm: A Novel from the Numa Files

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- by Clive Cussler , Graham Brown
- Narrated by Scott Brick
The Storm: A Novel from the Numa Files

UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 47 mins)

By Clive Cussler, Graham Brown

Narrated By Scott Brick

Overall
(512)
Performance
(415)
Story
(429)

In the middle of the Indian Ocean, a NUMA research vessel is taking water samples at sunset, when a crew member spots a sheen of black oil ahead of them. But it is not oil. Like a horde of army ants, a swarm of black particles suddenly attacks the ship, killing everyone aboard, while the ship itself goes up in flames. A few hours later, Kurt Austin and Joe Zavala are on their way to the Indian Ocean. What they will find there will eventually lead them to the discovery of the most audacious scheme they have ever known....
Bob says: "An action packed Curt Austin book"
"Another Great Kirk Auston Thriller!"

Overall
Performance
Story

Would you listen to The Storm again? Why?

No. The only book that I have ever relistened is Quantum of Solace. Ian Flemming.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Marchelli, The first new main character that I can remember.

Which scene was your favorite?

When Kirk landed on the Island and was introduced to to the pain machine.

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

Just another great Clusser novel.

Any additional comments?

Microbots were a bit of a streach.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Safe Man

UNABRIDGED
- by Michael Connelly
- Narrated by David W. Collins
The Safe Man

UNABRIDGED (1 hr and 33 mins)

By Michael Connelly

Narrated By David W. Collins

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(335)
Performance
(286)
Story
(283)

Like his father before him, Brian Holloway is a safe man. That is, his specialty is opening safes. Every job is a little mystery, and he has yet to encounter a lock he can't break or a box he can't crack. But the day Holloway gets called in to open a rare, antique safe in a famous author's library, his skills open a door that should have remained closed.
Robert says: "great ghost story"
"Great listening!"

Overall
Performance
Story

Would you consider the audio edition of The Safe Man to be better than the print version?

The Safe Man was a joy to listen to. It kept me on the edge of the drivers seat of my Jeep.
I missed 3 exists I was so engrossed.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Safe Man?

The very end was great. I did not see it comming!

What about David W. Collins’s performance did you like?

He keeps the listener fully envolved with the characters in the book.

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

How about scared!

Any additional comments?

The bok was too short.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Farnham’s Freehold

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- by Robert A. Heinlein
- Narrated by Tom Weiner
Farnham’s Freehold

UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 28 mins)

By Robert A. Heinlein

Narrated By Tom Weiner

Overall
(204)
Performance
(169)
Story
(174)

Hugh Farnham is a practical, self-made man, and when he sees the clouds of nuclear war gathering, he builds a bomb shelter under his house, hoping for peace and preparing for war. But when the apocalypse comes, something happens that he did not expect. A thermonuclear blast tears apart the fabric of time and hurls his shelter into a world with no sign of other human beings.
Lisa says: "Heinlein of his time..."
"Timeless"

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Performance
Story

Where does Farnham’s Freehold rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Within the top ten. A great survivor novel with a sifi twist.

What other book might you compare Farnham’s Freehold to and why?

Anamial farm. Because of the predujice overtones.

Which character – as performed by Tom Weiner – was your favorite?

Duke because he is the universal rebellion.

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

Survivor waves the American flag.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful