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Mama Ruby
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LENGTH12 hrs and 34 mins
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RELEASE DATE06-28-11
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Program TypeAudiobook
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Publisher's Summary
In this stirring prequel, New York Times best-selling author Mary Monroe returns to the “cold-blooded yet fascinating” (Publishers Weekly) character from her acclaimed novel The Upper Room. Ruby is a wild youth, with a thirst for boys and booze by the age of 15. When she discovers she’s pregnant, the only person she can confide in is her best friend Othella. But Othella talks Ruby into giving up the child, leaving Ruby emotionally shattered and adamant that Othella is to blame for her loss.
©2011 Mary Monroe (P)2011 Recorded Books, LLC
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Twina GRAND PRAIRIE, TX, United States 01-24-13 Member Since 2011- HELPFUL VOTES
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"An Absolute Must Read!"
Where does Mama Ruby rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?I would rank "Moma Ruby" among the best top rated audiobooks in my library.
Who was your favorite character and why?My favorite character was Ruby because she was so unpredictible and outspoken. She was some kind of "sassy"!
What does Kevin R. Free bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?I ABSOLUTELY loved listening to this audiobook and it is because of the great narration performed by Kevin R. Free. Kevin's voice transitioned perfectly to fit each character so vividly and precise that you feel like you are instantly taken back into the era and time setting of the book. I have listened to other books that Kevin has narrated and really enjoyed them but I have to say that this is his BEST performance (that I have encountered so far). He definitely gets an academy award for this!
If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?A sin and a shame...
Any additional comments?Mary Monroe is among one of my favorite authors. i wish someone would have told me about how good a book Moma Ruby was before now but I am telling you. Besides Moma Ruby's violent side, she is a likable character and brings much excitement to this story. Mary made an excellent decision in choosing Kevin Free as the narrator.
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Lisa Gardner (DEE) Washington,DC 01-10-13 Member Since 2009Storylistener
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"Wow- The narrator brings this story to life!!"
If you could sum up Mama Ruby in three words, what would they be?If you loved the Upper Room and wanted more this book is for you. It goes back in time and tells you all about Ruby from childhood to adulthood. I enjoyed the narrator, Kevin Free. He brings the story to life with how he changes the voice for each character. I found myself laughing out loud and very entertained. I want more!
Who was your favorite character and why?Ruby is the best character!
What does Kevin R. Free bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?Kevin Free brings this story to life. I feel that I'm a part of the story.
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Stella Hendersonville, NC, United States 11-15-12 Member Since 2011
Love books on tape! It's all about the narrators for me though. No matter how good the story, if the narrator doesn't cut it...
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"MAMA RUBY AIN'T NOTHIN' TO MESS WITH!"
I really enjoyed this story. Even though I knew the outcome, I was still on the edge of my seat towards the end. Mama Ruby is one tough Mama! The ignorance and naivete of the girls kinda got on my nerves at times, but they were very young and inexperienced. Great story though. I'm now about to order part two.
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"Mama Ruby...Awesome!"
If you could sum up Mama Ruby in three words, what would they be?Amazing, Exciting, and Shocking
Who was your favorite character and why?Ruby....her straight to the point attitude.
What does Kevin R. Free bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?Sound effects....life
Any additional comments?Mary Monroe is a great writer.
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dee dee J los angeles, ca United States 10-28-11 Member Since 2009
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"I am disappointed!!"
After reading the first book "The Upper Room" I was very excited when this book came out!!
I was even excited that the same reader Kevin Free was narrator.
While the Upper room was over the top with the story...it included humor and suspense. This book was to tell the story of Ruby from a child to young womanhood. It was way to much sex and violence. Yes, the first book had the same but, the story was better told. This one seemed thrown together and offered no sympathy for the characters.
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"Story is riveting!"
I love Mary Monroe's writing. Her characters are very believable.....I can see them in my mind. Since I don't have time to sit and read anymore, I am really enjoying the convenience of audible books on my Kindle. While at work I just plug in the earphones and I'm transported into the story..... what a thrill!!
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"Mama Ruby is a page turner...you can't put down!"
Once again Mary Monroe has captivated me with a story that is told so vivid and to the point about Ruby Jean Upshaw. Although her young life was full of tragedy Monroe lures you in and sends the listener/reader on a roller coaster ride. I listened to this book before the prequel The Upper Room but I am anxious to see what happens to Mama Ruby. Great job Mary Monroe!
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