Two for Texas

De: James Lee Burke

Narrado por: Will Patton

This James Lee Burke novel, featuring Son Holland - the great-grandfather of Burke's Billy Bob Holland - as he flees a Louisiana prison camp with a Native American woman and a fellow prisoner in tow, is now available in audio.

©2000 James Lee Burke (P)2012 Simon & Schuster Audio

A Good Boom

Not a favorite, but always enjoy a James Lee Burke story. Will Patton is the best!

It was a okay story

I normally don’t like fiction history but my favorite narrator was doing the reading so I was in. A lot of the books I buy are ones where I really like the narrator and know who narrates can make or break a story. A good narrator will also have you trying books you may have never had an interest to read.

Cajun goes County Western?

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

I love Burke/Patton so was eager to sample a different venue. I was disappointed. I like Robicheaux thrillers so much I've bought several Apple Shuffles and distributed them among my friends. I won't be adding this one.

Would you recommend Two for Texas to your friends? Why or why not?

No. I would recommend some of the many other Burke/Patton stories first.

Which scene was your favorite?

Nothing stands out

Do you think Two for Texas needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

No.

Any additional comments?

I hope Burke continues to try different venues. I know I'll buy them, just wasn't as captivated with this theme as I have been with his past works. I download books Will Patton narrates because of his incredible soothing yet passionate voice. I wonder if he can mimic a Downeaster's dialect!

A Lesson in American history.

What made the experience of listening to Two for Texas the most enjoyable?

The historical content

What did you like best about this story?

The Texas and Louisana connection

Have you listened to any of Will Patton’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

All Of his Burke readings. Compares very well.

Any additional comments?

Burke tells it like it is/was.

Valerie's Gallery

If you could sum up Two for Texas in three words, what would they be?

Great story line.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Two for Texas?

What happened at the Alamo.

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

I LOVED how he had a different voice for each character. I almost felt like a knew them.

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

When Sun went back for White Man's Woman.

Any additional comments?

Will Patton is a wonderful narrater. I especially enjoy James Lee Burke's discriptive writing.

you say at least 15 words yet you cut me off at 11

i loved the narration of the book. i could see the characters and smell them!

awesome

Awesome story. Son Holland, ancestor of Hackberry, and his partner kill a guard to escape from their chain gang. They move West and end up in the Army in Texas under Sam Houston. Fabulous narration, as always. by Will Patton.

So Good... and a bonus! Clete is here!

Burke is as good as it gets. Every time I think I could be a novelist, I read ANYTHING of his and realize that he sets the standard and I have far far to go.

The Book

This may be (I HOPE!) a starter novel to see reader reactions. Well, my reaction is EXCELLENT. I say starter as the novel is quite short... about 5 hours. I so wanted it to go on, but Burke resolves all threads and ends it with me wanting more. I doubt Birke reads these reviews but if he is doing so... Write more on Son and Hugh!

Somehow, the publishers summary was pretty correct... something that as we know does not always happen... so if I write much more, it might spoil for others, but just a hint...

We meet Jim Bowie, Sam Houston, come close to Davy Crockett...

Will Patton is so good he is scary. Stealing a comment from another reviewer, he could read the US tax code and make it interesting.

One of our two heroes, Hugh... well... it's Clete from some of Burke's other fine books. I recognized it instantly, but it is not even a minor distraction.

Get the book. I guarantee that the five hours you will spend will only improve your life!

One of Burke's best ever.

What made the experience of listening to Two for Texas the most enjoyable?

The historical aspect of this novel was wonderful. Meeting Houston and Bowie were so cool. As a kid I remember these 2 historical figures. Also the humor is off the chart. I kept laughing out loud many times.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Hugh by far. One of the best and funniest characters Burke has produced. Old, salty, lippy, and one eyed. I fell in love with this character immediately.

Have you listened to any of Will Patton’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Every one that is available on Audible. I loved this one. I put this performance near the top.

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

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly visit Texas.

Any additional comments?

Burke is the best living American author.

Interesting view of Texas revolution

Will Patton is a genius. He can make the phone book exciting. JLB is a word master!