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The Lovely Bones

By: Alice Sebold
Narrated by: Alice Sebold
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"My name was Salmon, like the fish; first name, Susie. I was fourteen when I was murdered on December 6, 1973."

So begins the story of Susie Salmon, who is adjusting to her new home in heaven, a place that is not at all what she expected, even as she is watching life on earth continue without her -- her friends trading rumors about her disappearance, her killer trying to cover his tracks, her grief-stricken family unraveling. Out of unspeakable tragedy and loss, The Lovely Bones succeeds, miraculously, in building a tale filled with hope, humor, suspense, even joy. Family Life Ghosts Horror Literary Fiction Psychological Suspense Thriller & Suspense Heartfelt Genre Fiction Scary Exciting

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The story was great. The writing was great. The author's voice was monotone and emotionless. At several points I fell asleep and at others she lost my attention and interest. It's a pity---but some authors just shouldn't read their own books. Stick to writing them.

Sometimes the author should not read their own book

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The story is pretty good, though the ending is abrupt and leaves the reader wanting. It's a big investment to get to the end just to have what you've been waiting for happen in one simple paragraph. While I realize the author didn't want to share royalties with a voice actor, her narration was a huge disservice to the content. The teacher from ferris Buehler could have delivered a more inspiring performance. Abysmal

Terrible Narration

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I liked this book. Didn't think I would. Yes, I agree I heard better narrators, but I still liked the book....alot. Didn't like the ending though. I would recommend it.

Gotta see the movie now.

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beautiful writing. a lovely told story. I lost that feeling at the end of the book.

Lovely storytelling odd concept.

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I grew up in the 70s as well so I could relate. Interesting to think our loved ones are looking down on us after they pass.

Interesting perspective

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