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Jack Frost
- By: Debbie Macomber
- Narrated by: Lisa Negrón
- Length: 1 hr and 44 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 138
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 131
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Story4 out of 5 stars 130
With the rest of her family on a cruise, Lindsay Calhoun will be spending her first Christmas alone, so she volunteers to plan an especially festive holiday party for her company. Her coworkers are grateful—except for tall, quiet Jack Taylor. Jack has always been a loner, but something about Christmas puts him in an unusually foul mood.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Terrible reader
- By Julie A. Lemke on 11-27-23
- Jack Frost
- By: Debbie Macomber
- Narrated by: Lisa Negrón
Just okay.
Reviewed: 11-02-23
I was hoping for characters I could love & great narration. I Got neither. The characters remained cardboard-ish. Unless you count a confession of a rough childhood from Jack. But even then, in my opinion, he remains a flat personality. Meeting his family added no warmth. Adding to the skimpy plot is terrible narration. The narrator sounds stuck between robotic and reading unfamiliar lines. Once in a while she sounds expressive, but it doesn't last.
I am in a mood for Christmas so I was really wanting to love this book. I didn't & I only recommend for the most devoted fan.
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Shirley, Goodness, and Mercy
- By: Debbie Macomber
- Narrated by: Lynn Filusch
- Length: 2 hrs and 26 mins
- Abridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 201
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 162
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 160
Alone at Christmas, Greg Bennett feels his life has been a waste. Sixty years old and he has no one to spend Christmas with, no one who cares.
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5 out of 5 stars
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cute holiday read
- By Susan on 12-10-05
- Shirley, Goodness, and Mercy
- By: Debbie Macomber
- Narrated by: Lynn Filusch
Another fictional angelic episode
Reviewed: 10-28-23
I enjoy listening to this book. I agree with another reviewer about Gabriel's voice. 🤔 😐 Of course, the book has very little to do with the true meaning of Christmas, rather, asserts Christmas is about brotherly love. But Debbie's Christmas books are a lot about fantasy & entertaining. The price was right & it is a fun listen.
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Murders of a Feather
- Dr. Kate Vet Mysteries, Book 3
- By: Eileen Brady
- Narrated by: Caroline Shaffer
- Length: 9 hrs and 52 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 54
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 47
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 47
Dr. Kate is once again on the case (not to mention thin ice) after discovering a young engaged couple frozen to death in the lake. To make matters worse, her temporary receptionist appears to have overdosed from a recreational sedative used at the animal hospital. Kate barely has time to dread Valentine's Day (and the fact that she’s alone on this holiday, once again) as the police investigation shows that all three fatalities are in fact homicides.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Likable characters
- By HMD on 10-21-24
- Murders of a Feather
- Dr. Kate Vet Mysteries, Book 3
- By: Eileen Brady
- Narrated by: Caroline Shaffer
One of the Most Enjoyable in Series
Reviewed: 10-22-23
Lots of enjoyable moments with this installation of Dr. Kate's life. If you have enjoyed this series, you are sure to want to read this one. The narration is spot on~ better than ever, and its always been great. The story line is unpredictable. And I love the animal & bird portrayal~their friendship, loyalty & comraderie. Also, Dr. Kate's professional & love life gets vs boost in the right direction. The characters are very entertaining. I recommend this listen.
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Yours and Mine
- By: Debbie Macomber, Brenda Novak
- Narrated by: Carly Robins
- Length: 6 hrs and 20 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 130
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 111
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Story4 out of 5 stars 108
Marriage is an experience that single mom Joanna Parsons doesn’t plan to repeat, no matter what her daughter thinks. Tanner Lund feels the same way. Like Joanna, he got divorced after a short, disastrous marriage, and he’s raising his daughter alone. But the girls have other plans in mind—and it involves the best friends becoming sisters. Both Tanner and Joanna are determined to avoid marriage, yet there’s no resisting their growing attraction…
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2 out of 5 stars
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Recycled from 1989
- By dbutler122 on 05-03-21
- Yours and Mine
- By: Debbie Macomber, Brenda Novak
- Narrated by: Carly Robins
Watch out for the 2nd " bonus" book
Reviewed: 09-28-23
I very much enjoyed Yours & Mine. Its cute & charming. But the so-called bonus book that follows is an entirely different flavor. It contains unsavory characters with potty mouths & bad character. It seems a very poor decision to place 2 such different books on the same Audible credit.
So, while I recommend Yours & Mine, I vote for skipping Home for the Holidays altogether--if it were the only book here there would be nothing worthwhile.
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The Clause in Christmas
- A Poppy Creek Novel, Book 1
- By: Rachael Bloome
- Narrated by: E.L. Beckett
- Length: 8 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 293
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 273
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 273
Cassie Hayward hates Christmas. Especially this year. No job. Flat broke. And an ex most definitely on the naughty list. But the unexpected inheritance of a Victorian cottage in the idyllic town of Poppy Creek may be the miracle Cassie needs. Except for one problem: a clause in the will. Cassie must complete a series of festive tasks for each day in December leading up to Christmas. Overseen by the disarmingly handsome, Christmas-loving lawyer Luke Davis.
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5 out of 5 stars
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I LOVED IT!
- By Terri on 05-20-20
- The Clause in Christmas
- A Poppy Creek Novel, Book 1
- By: Rachael Bloome
- Narrated by: E.L. Beckett
A Quiet Love Story
Reviewed: 09-28-23
A story of overcoming reluctance to open your heart to love again. Nothing very stirring here, but likeable characters and a happy ending. Sometimes, that's what we are looking for in a book...just escape to a place where life's problems get resolved within hours.
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Like a Watered Garden
- By: Patti Hill
- Narrated by: Andrea Gallo
- Length: 10 hrs and 47 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall3.5 out of 5 stars 12
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 5
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Story4 out of 5 stars 5
First-time novelist Patti Hill has won over critics with this appealing look at a widow's efforts to keep her life together and her faith strong. Owner of Perennially YoursGarden Design, Mibby Garrett loves her eccentric customers and her teenage son. She will need much support, though, when she finds out an intriguing secret about her former husband's past - he had a daughter he never told Mibby about.
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3 out of 5 stars
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A Story About Grief Recovery
- By bds on 08-29-23
- Like a Watered Garden
- By: Patti Hill
- Narrated by: Andrea Gallo
A Story About Grief Recovery
Reviewed: 08-29-23
The author makes some good points about recovery in widowhood. Though the story can go long at some points--such as when she discusses flowers in minute detail--she also shares insightful wisdom into the journey of grief and some if it's complications. The difficulties faced in beginning over alone, exploring new relationships etc. I appreciate her candor as she arrives to walk this journey our in faith.
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A Good Dog's Guide to Murder
- A Paws & Claws Mystery, Book 8
- By: Krista Davis
- Narrated by: Elise Arsenault
- Length: 8 hrs
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 219
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 198
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 197
Visitors are arriving in droves to spend Thanksgiving in the mountains of pet-friendly Wagtail, Virginia. Many of them are bringing dog and cat gingerbread houses to enter in the contest that will be held in the new convention center. Wagtail resident Orly Biffle bequeathed the land to the town in his will, provided that they not cut down the grand old oak tree on the property. Holly notices that Trixie and Twinkletoes are fixated on the big oak tree. Trixie barks at it as though it's a corpse! When a bulldozer churns up some roots, the tree falls over, revealing a body inside....
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5 out of 5 stars
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Great stories in these series
- By Robin Brogdon on 04-19-25
- A Good Dog's Guide to Murder
- A Paws & Claws Mystery, Book 8
- By: Krista Davis
- Narrated by: Elise Arsenault
Surprised by how entertaining it is
Reviewed: 08-27-23
I confess, I wasn't expecting much other than an escape. But I felt like the book held a decent mystery that kept my attention. I enjoyed the characters & although some reviews voice objections to " Trixie's" input, I, personally, found it charming. I enjoy books about animals & books that include an animals view of their people & life. I would recommend this listen to others that share a love of cozy mysteries and animals. It's a good way to spend some free time.
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Saddled with Murder
- By: Eileen Brady
- Narrated by: Caroline Shaffer
- Length: 10 hrs and 39 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 397
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 363
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 362
It's the Christmas season and veterinarian Kate Turner is not feeling very jolly. She's overworked, unappreciated, and dealing with two dissatisfied clients. Throw in a very complicated personal life and Kate's definitely got a case of the holiday blues. To make matters worse, Kate's ex-boyfriend, Jeremy, is mugged and robbed after they have a heated argument in the hospital parking lot. Then, two of her dissatisfied clients turn up dead (which really gets Kate's tinsel in a tangle). All of these events seem like coincidences, but they add up to something much more venomous.
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5 out of 5 stars
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love it!
- By C. Bennett on 11-01-20
- Saddled with Murder
- By: Eileen Brady
- Narrated by: Caroline Shaffer
Enjoyable Read for the animal lover in you
Reviewed: 08-08-23
I have read the 3 books in this series. The narrator has perfect intonation & has "become" the voice of Dr. Kate Turner. I enjoy the side stories which bring other animals, such as horses, into the story line. Good character development. No bad language or gratuitous sex. I enjoy her relationship with her "Gramps." All in all I recommend as a good retreat from summer heat.
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John Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress
- By: John Bunyan
- Narrated by: Max McLean
- Length: 5 hrs and 13 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 389
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 342
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Story5 out of 5 stars 340
"...as I slept I dreamed a dream." So begins one of the most beloved stories in all of history. John's Bunyan's beautiful and moving allegory of Christian, the Pilgrim, on his perilous journey to the Celestial City, has touched hearts and minds for more than 300 years.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Excellent performance, captivating story
- By tamarind25 on 11-30-18
- John Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress
- By: John Bunyan
- Narrated by: Max McLean
Love This Version
Reviewed: 08-03-23
Excellent translation. Narration is perfect. There is so much to contemplate in this wonderful allegory. If you have ever wanted to read Pilgrims Progress, you cannot go wrong with this version. I know it will provide many readings of enjoyment as there is so much to think about in this story.
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A Case of Crooked Letters
- A Morning Shade Mystery
- By: Lori Copeland
- Narrated by: Cristine McMurdo-Wallis
- Length: 9 hrs and 21 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 16
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 14
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Story4 out of 5 stars 14
Abounding with good-natured fun, A Case of Crooked Letters celebrates the pure, Christian values of small-town America. Trouble is brewing in the sleepy hamlet of Morning Shade. Multiple chain letters are circulating throughout town, and a local resident is to blame. Little old ladies are being victimized by empty promises of vast riches and rejuvenated health. Fortunately, the plucky Stella Diamond is on the case.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Enjoyable
- By Annette on 08-14-16
- A Case of Crooked Letters
- A Morning Shade Mystery
- By: Lori Copeland
- Narrated by: Cristine McMurdo-Wallis
Enjoyable fiction
Reviewed: 07-24-23
I have read this entire 3 book mystery trilogy. , , They are light mysteries with moral lessons learned. Each book weaves together small town culture and the lives if 3 women who are each in shifting circumstances. 3 generations, 3 widows. I like that the main character is transparent & self evaluating. I recommend for light, Christian themed fictional reading.
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