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Yvonne

cloquet, MN, USA

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The Blind Assassin

UNABRIDGED
- by Margaret Atwood
- Narrated by Margot Dionne
The Blind Assassin

UNABRIDGED (18 hrs)

By Margaret Atwood

Narrated By Margot Dionne

Overall
(687)
Performance
(153)
Story
(153)

With The Blind Assassin, Atwood proves once again that she is one of the most talented, daring, and exciting writers of the time. Like The Handmaid's Tale, this Book Prize-winner is destined to become a classic.
Sarah says: "The Best!"
"The Blind Assassin"

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I found this book another good example of the author's ability to keep you interested in her writing. After listening to the Handmaiden I began reading as many of her books as possible and found the author to be a wonderful writer. Unlike Danielle Steele I have yet to tire of her.

1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Cry, the Beloved Country

UNABRIDGED
- by Alan Paton
- Narrated by Michael York
Cry, the Beloved Country

UNABRIDGED (9 hrs and 48 mins)

By Alan Paton

Narrated By Michael York

Overall
(435)
Performance
(122)
Story
(123)

This is the most distinguished novel that has come out of South Africa in the 20th century, and it is one of the most important novels of the modern era. Cry, the Beloved Country is in some ways a sad book; it is an indictment of a social system that drives native races into resentment and crime; it is a story of Fate, as inevitable, as relentless, as anything of Thomas Hardy's. Beautifully wrought with high poetic compassion, Cry, the Beloved Country is more than just a story, it is a profound experience of the human spirit.
Penny says: "Two Words"
"Cry, the Beloved Country"

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Great insight into South Africa. Nice parellel between a white man and a black man faced with difficult times. Well written.

4 of 5 people found this review helpful
The Summons

UNABRIDGED
- by John Grisham
- Narrated by Michael Beck
The Summons

UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 47 mins)

By John Grisham

Narrated By Michael Beck

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(1030)
Performance
(102)
Story
(102)

The long-awaited new legal thriller from John Grisham is here. In The Summons, law professor Ray Atlee and his black-sheep brother are called home by their ailing father, the Judge, for a family meeting that never takes place. The Judge dies too soon, and in doing so leaves behind a shocking secret known only to Ray. And perhaps someone else.
Charles W. Van Way says: "Duller than a lawbook"
"The Summons"

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What can I say...John is a great writer. His books draw you in and keep you there.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The King of Torts

UNABRIDGED
- by John Grisham
- Narrated by Michael Beck
The King of Torts

UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 43 mins)

By John Grisham

Narrated By Michael Beck

Overall
(1045)
Performance
(122)
Story
(123)

As Clay Carter digs into the background of his client, a young man charged with a random street killing, he suddenly finds himself in the middle of a complex case against one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world, looking at the kind of enormous settlement that would totally change his life - that would make him, almost overnight, the legal profession's newest king of torts...
Lisa says: "The King of Torts"
"King of Torts"

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Yes, I am prejudiced about John Grishom...but then I have read most of his books. This book is no different than any of his other writings as far as ability to hold your interest and great writing. Loved it. You will not go wrong in reading this book.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Three Junes

UNABRIDGED
- by Julia Glass
- Narrated by John Keating
Three Junes

UNABRIDGED (13 hrs and 55 mins)

By Julia Glass

Narrated By John Keating

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(989)
Performance
(150)
Story
(150)

Three Junes is a vividly textured symphonic novel set on both sides of the Atlantic during three fateful summers in the lives of a Scottish family. Three Junes "almost threatens to burst with all the life it contains...extraordinary," says Michael Cunningham, author of The Hours.
Dagmar says: "Beautiful Narration of a Wonderful Story!"
"Three Junes"

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Written in a manner that gives you a personal view of the main character. I enjoyed this book immensely. I found the ending particularly good and it definately give an insight to the entire book and character. Wonderful book.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bleachers

UNABRIDGED
- by John Grisham
- Narrated by John Grisham
Bleachers

UNABRIDGED (4 hrs and 22 mins)

By John Grisham

Narrated By John Grisham

Overall
(363)
Performance
(50)
Story
(49)

High school all-American Neely Crenshaw was the best quarterback to play for the Messina Spartans. 15 years have gone by since those glory days, and Neely has come home to Messina to bury Coach Eddie Rake, the man who molded the Spartans into a football dynasty. Now, as Coach Rake's "boys" sit in the bleachers waiting for the dimming field lights to signal his passing, they replay the old games, relive the old glories, and try to decide once and for all whether they love Eddie Rake – or hate him.
Patti says: "Great listen!"
"Bleachers (Unabridged)"

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I have read almost all of John Grisham's books. I have never had one disappoint me yet. When I decided on bleachers I was a bit apprehensive since I am not a sports fan and do not football at all!!
The first plus was that John read the book and the second that as usual it was so well written. I recommend it to anyone who enjoys the psychology of human behavior.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Under the Banner of Heaven

ABRIDGED
- by Jon Krakauer
- Narrated by Jon Krakauer
Under the Banner of Heaven

ABRIDGED (5 hrs and 23 mins)

By Jon Krakauer

Narrated By Jon Krakauer

Overall
(326)
Performance
(33)
Story
(34)

At the core of this book is an appalling double murder committed by two Mormon Fundamentalist brothers, Ron and Dan Lafferty, who insist they received a revelation from God commanding them to kill their blameless victims. Weaving the story of the Lafferty brothers and their fanatical brethren with a clear-eyed look at Mormonism's violent past, Krakauer examines the underbelly of the most successful homegrown faith in the United States, and finds a distinctly American brand of religious extremism.
Craig Hansen says: "Not bad, but a bit biased"
"Under the Banner of Heaven"

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Gave the reader a new perspective and understanding of Mormons. As a non-mormon I had no real understanding of Mormon history. Tying current events (Smart abduction) with past events in the Mormon church was interesting. Interesting the manner in which the author goes back and forth in time.

5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Alias Grace

ABRIDGED
- by Margaret Atwood
- Narrated by Elizabeth McGovern
Alias Grace

ABRIDGED (6 hrs)

By Margaret Atwood

Narrated By Elizabeth McGovern

Overall
(229)
Performance
(42)
Story
(40)

In the astonishing work by the author of the best sellers The Robber Bride and The Handmaid's Tale, Margaret Atwood takes listeners back in time and into the life and mind of one of the most enigmatic and notorious women of the 19th century.
Michelle says: "Incredible!"
"Alias Grace"

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Very well written and kept the reader wondering what really happened.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Oryx and Crake

UNABRIDGED
- by Margaret Atwood
- Narrated by Campbell Scott
Oryx and Crake

UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 29 mins)

By Margaret Atwood

Narrated By Campbell Scott

Whispersync for Voice-ready

Overall
(1051)
Performance
(267)
Story
(275)

As the story opens, Snowman is sleeping in a tree, mourning the loss of his beloved Oryx and his best friend Crake, and slowly starving to death. How did everything fall apart so quickly? Why is he left with nothing but his haunting memories? Alone except for the green-eyed Children of Crake, he explores the answers to these questions in the double journey he takes - into his own past, and back to Crake's high-tech bubble-dome, where the Paradice Project unfolded and the world came to grief.
Doug says: "Very Scary Stuff"
"Oryx and Crake"

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Although I enjoyed the book it did not flow as well as it could have. Parts seemed disjointed.

0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Secret Life of Bees

UNABRIDGED
- by Sue Monk Kidd
- Narrated by Jenna Lamia
The Secret Life of Bees

UNABRIDGED (9 hrs and 49 mins)

By Sue Monk Kidd

Narrated By Jenna Lamia

Overall
(2476)
Performance
(234)
Story
(233)

Lily Owens has shaped her entire life around one devastating memory - the day her mother was killed. When she and her "stand-in-mother," a fierce-hearted black woman named Rosaleen, are taken in by an eccentric trio of black beekeeping sisters, Lily enters a secret world of bees and honey, and of the Black Madonna who presides over this household of strong, wise women.
France says: "Secret Life of Bees"
"The Secret Life of Bees"

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I really enjoyed reading this book. The ending brought the book full circle and you gained a greater understanding of the character. A disability can be disabling but in this case the character struggled to overcome it and succeeded. Well written.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful