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Couldn't wait to get this, but wish I had !!
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2 out of 5 stars
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- 06-07-21
Lingers Long After the Last Page
Life and politics never seem to blend well. For Coretheen, she must not only deal with the loss of her family but also maneuvering the political world without stepping on toes. She must look deep within herself, see who she is and whether she can continue to balance her reality with that of Ashling.
To benefit and fully appreciate the story that Steven Bliss is weaving, one must pay attention or miss something! This is a book that has depth and requires that the listener be focused. Bliss carefully weaves the story and builds the characters with equal depth. Regardless, this is not a story one will forget easily or quickly. It will haunt the listener long afterward.
The narrator, Zac Aleman gives a solid performance. His voice is smooth and clear. Each character has a different voice. His performance is strong and professional, he interjects enough emotion to draw the listener in and keep them interested.
This is a book that encourages strength and inner introspection. The title of the book itself promises a lot and the author delivers!
There were no issues with the quality or production of this audiobook, it was clear and well produced.
Disclaimer: This Audiobook was provided free of charge by the author, narrator, and/or publisher in exchange for a non-bias, honest review.
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