
Once upon a Time in Venice
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Narrado por:
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Kevin E Green
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Monique Roy
An intriguing, middle-grade audiobook that takes young listeners, ages 9-12, on a physical and emotional journey to Venice, Italy.
This enchanting story revolves around the relationship between Samuelle, a young boy, and his grandfather Leo. Leo has learned that he suffers from a terminal illness, and in his wistful skimming of artifacts from the past, he uncovers treasured mementos of his earliest years, growing up in the romantic city of Venice. Sharing them with Samuelle, he infects the boy with an infatuation for the city, one they will both share when Leo decides to accept an invitation to participate in the annual Regatta, a rowing festival that his own great-grandfather had competed in with great success. The two embark on their journey without Samuelle knowing about Leo's illness, but Leo makes a promise to himself that it is in Venice, after he has passed on his knowledge and fondness for the city to his grandson, that he will reveal the truth about his fate. Venice becomes a special place in their hearts forever.
This beautiful, middle-grade chapter book will show young listeners, ages 9-12, the strong impact and importance of family, love, and the community in our lives. Listen to this preteen book with your kids, grandchildren, nieces or nephews, and you will be instantly transported to the romantic city of Venice, Italy! The vivid descriptions of Venice enliven the story. From the food and the architecture to the art and the magical canals, you are right there in Venice, without the long flight and the icky airplane food! All adventurers wanted: preteen listeners are taken on an emotional journey that is educational, sad, sweet, and heartwarming, and opens their eyes to geography and cultures.
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Wonderfully narrated by Mr. Green, the voices he gave the various characters were well chosen, the accents well defined and the emotions well displayed. My fave was Leo's voice. I will be checking out his other audios.
I received a free copy at my request and this review is voluntary.
emotional short story
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I loved the relationship between Leo and Samuelle. Gramps really cares about the boy and takes great joy in showing off his old stomping grounds. Even though Samuelle is young, he soaks it all in. Their combined excitement on this vacation is palpable throughout the story.
Leo has a secret he’s been holding back from Samuelle because he wants the lad to enjoy Venice and not be troubled by Leo’s health issues. This made the last quarter of the story really standout. I was worried what Samuelle would do if his gramps passed away, being as young as he is.
Meanwhile, Samuelle continues to make friends in Venice. His impromptu explorations of the old Jewish ghetto was interesting. I also liked that Samuelle got to know Leo’s old flame, the one that got away. All these people are scattered throughout Venice and that let’s the author show off her own knowledge of this beautiful and historical city. In the end, it was Venice that captured my heart (sorry Samuelle). 5/5 stars
The Narration: The Narration: Kevin E. Green was a great pick for the narration. He had a great old, slightly gravelly voice for Leo and a great kid voice for Samuelle. He also did Italian accents for all the Venetian natives. His female voice (I believe there was only 1) was believable. There were no recording or technical issues. 5/5 stars
An endearing tale
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The story stressed the importance and value of family relationships, and a strong bond between people which would provide comfort in the time of tragedy. Beautiful, sad, but leaving a reader with hope.
I received this audiobook at no-cost from Audiobookworm Promotions. The gifting of this audiobook did not affect my opinion of it.
Heartbreaking and heartwarming
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I received this audiobook at no-cost from Audiobookworm Promotions. The gifting of this audiobook did not affect my opinion of it.
Quick, Heart felt Story
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I listened to the audio version and narrator, Kevin E. Green, did such a fantastic job of bringing this story to life. I'm not sure I would have enjoyed it as much if I'd been reading it myself.
My only complaint is that is is so short. I would have enjoyed a little bit longer of a story, but the author did a fine job and it is a beautiful story.
Lovely, memorable journey through Venice
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This is a well written, excellently narrated tale written with the young listener in mind. Even as an adult I found it enjoyable.
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
Informative story takes you to Venice
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Immigrants have been coming to America from the time it was a colony and Leo is no exception, escaping from Italy when he was a young man. By taking Samuelle home, Leo is nabbing an opportunity to go home and reconnect with family and more.
At first blush, this might just be a tour of Venice provided by one generation to another, but it’s also about a young boy discovering family he knew nothing about. Family he may be reliant on very soon. The love Leo feels for Samuelle is heartbreaking, but there are good things that come out of their visit. The truth is laid bare between the two.
Books written in omniscient third person often lack the deeper connection with the characters, but Monique Roy provides just enough insight into each character to draw the listener in. The length is perfect for the young audience it is intended for.
Kevin E. Green does a good job with the narration. His deep voice works for Leo and I quickly got used to the voice he used for Samuelle. I enjoyed the book and would recommend it.
Touching Tale
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This was a really emotionally charged audio book. The mix of Monique Roy's words and Kevin E Green's narration really brought this story to life for me. I know reading this you would still understand the emotion but I feel like I connected more deeply with the characters through the audio book. Green does a fantastic job at making every character unique, either through accent or age, they are all different. You really get a feel for Italy, not only as someone returning, or visiting for the first time, but from those who have spent their whole lives there and see the progression of the city. Italy has always fascinated me with it's history and architecture, and Once upon a Time in Venice explores the city as well as the bond between family.
Lets take a trip to Venice
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