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Beautiful Creatures

By: Kami Garcia, Margaret Stohl
Narrated by: Kevin T. Collins
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Publisher's summary

The first book in the instant New York Times best-selling gothic fantasy series; a modern paranormal romance set against the gothic backdrop of an isolated southern town.

Lena Duchannes is unlike anyone the small Southern town of Gatlin has ever seen, and she's struggling to conceal her power, and a curse that has haunted her family for generations. But even within the overgrown gardens, murky swamps and crumbling graveyards of the forgotten South, a secret cannot stay hidden forever. Ethan Wate, who has been counting the months until he can escape from Gatlin, is haunted by dreams of a beautiful girl he has never met.

When Lena moves into the town's oldest and most infamous plantation, Ethan is inexplicably drawn to her and determined to uncover the connection between them. In a town with no surprises, one secret could change everything.

©2009 Kami Garcia (P)2009 Hachette

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What listeners say about Beautiful Creatures

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I really enjoyed this book.

What did you love best about Beautiful Creatures?

The characters. Each character is so well developed. Their personalities are made so alive by the narraration. You start to feel that you really know them. The story is unique and full of different emotions. I definitely recommend it if you enjoy magical stories with mystery and secrets. It is a love story but not a sappy girly romance one. Hope that makes sense.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Beautiful Creatures?

Don't want to make any spoilers.

Have you listened to any of Kevin T. Collins’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No, but I will definitely try to find other books he has done. Every voice is completely different, fitting each character perfectly.

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

Yes, but once again spoilers.

Any additional comments?

I gave it a four overall because when compared to every book I have read or listened to, it's not quite up there with the fives. Though, the narration is one of the best.

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Great story!

I love stories where fantasy and modern day co-exist in the same world! I can wait to hear the next book!

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BOOK LOVERS REJOICE!!!!

What other book might you compare Beautiful Creatures to and why?

Personally, similar vibes to that of Twilight (roles reversed) but extremely witty, more in depth characters and by far way better series than the Twilight Saga.

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

ALL OF IT! Each character had a special connection to one another. The best part was discovering the characters relations and themselves.

Any additional comments?

Intelligent! Well-written. Book lovers rejoice! This one has loads of witty references to the greatest novels and authors of all time.

If you enjoy coming of age love stories, anything supernatural, bro-mance, or YA novels, you should definitely give this series a chance!

I love this series!

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Almost a great book

Two thirds of the book was one of the best stories I've read in a while. I wish the final third of the book was just as good. As good as the book was overall, It left me hesitating on whether I should read the sequels.

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This audiobook was a little different

What did you love best about Beautiful Creatures?

I loved the performance. It seemed more like an old radio show to me. The girl singing the song and the sound effects they added.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Alma. I would not want to mess with her. But her maternal instincts make her lovable.

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Entertaining

Would you listen to Beautiful Creatures again? Why?

I saw the movie first, then listened to the book. Im so glad I did it in this order. The movie did not do the book justice. There was so much going on in the book that I will listen again when I finish the series to find what I missed.

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Absolutely amazing!

The story itself is amazing and I have read my hardback copy about a million times but the audio gives it a completely new life. The reading is soulful and expressive. This was an absolutely amazing audiobook and book itself. 10/10

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10 years latee

I started this book like 10 years ago and finally finished it. I only had like 3 chapters left so I'm not ure why I never finished it

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I enjoyed it.

Well written Story. Would also suit teenagers.
Contains some Romance, some violence and no course language.
The narrator does a good job, giving each character their own unique voice.
I really enjoying the story. Although this story does around up, it leads you into the next book.

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enjoyable

I think that sums this performance best. The characters appear real, the location has its own charm, and the growth of the two main characters is inspiring. Well done.

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