Danielle

Really helpful for high beginner low intermediate

Reviewed: 08-18-23

This was perfect with a few sentences at a time before translation to give you a chance to catch as much as possible but not so long that you lose the thread. If absolute beginner (less than 50 hours dtidy under your belt) this is too advanced but if you have the basics this is a perfect way to bridge into intermediate

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Prince Harry is actually a good narrator

Reviewed: 02-03-23

I rarely enjoy narrated by the author books. This was an exception. Prince Harry was captivating and emotive and hearing it in his own voice added to the depth of the experience. I liked this more than Id expected to- at heart its the story of a dysfunctional family and the resulting emotional trauma- you’ll recognize your own family in these royals and while at points I thought eh first world problems there is still validity in the points made and clear truth.

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Excellent though not Perfect- Just Like Mrs.Obama

Reviewed: 12-02-18

I loved this book, It gives you so much insight into Michelle Obama and her life story outside of the context of simply being the 'wife of' .The title is appropriate as this book details how Michelle became Michelle.

My few qripes- The narration was slow. Mrs. Obama narrates the book herself which is great but she speaks very slowly. I listened at 1.5 speed and found that this vastly improved the narration. I expected at least a bit of insider gossip or dish on the celebrities or world leaders that she has met however Mrs. Obama is far too classy for that and if your looking for a TMZ style dish fest this isn't it.

On the positive side- It is an inspiring story of how a woman with a lower middle class background was able to use her intelligence and grit to propel herself, and later her husband, to heights far higher than anyone- even she herself- expected. I found it motivating and encouraging.

It is a long read and could have benefited from more editing, in particular within the first third of the book that focuses on her childhood, which I found too long and a bit tedious. Also I would have loved more details from her White house time a section of the book that I suspect was more heavily edited. Overall- Excellent though not Perfect- Just Like Mrs.Obama.

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3 people found this helpful

Fan of the author- this one is good but not great

Reviewed: 07-10-16

Would you listen to The Perfect Neighbors again? Why?

No It was enjoyable but not my favorite from this author If you are a fan of this author you will like but if you haven't read this author before pick a different title of hers.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Tessa -her story evolved in a way that was unpredictable

What about Madeleine Maby’s performance did you like?

I really prefer Cassandra Campbell as narrator- Maby's voices of the characters was not as distinct and I often got confused between characters.

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

Husbands and Wives and the things they do to and for each other

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5 people found this helpful

If you like these authors

Reviewed: 07-09-16

...then you will absolutely love this book! this book is based loosely on the John Edward situation but the authors have changed the details and the way the story proceeds in a way that keeps it interesting

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2 people found this helpful

cant recommend

Reviewed: 07-08-16

well written and you can tell that the author is in fact talented but the subject matter and plot are really depressing- just constant sadness with a letdown ending that resolved nothing -can't recommend

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Fantastic

Reviewed: 08-21-15

I really enjoyed this book I almost didn't get it because the subject matter sounded like it would be kind of boring -just some guy on the planet alone- but actually I love love loved it -won't give anything away but the suspense lasts throughout and the author has a great sense of humor- lots of laugh out loud moments

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Bland

Reviewed: 01-15-07

The narrative was detailed and beautifully written but the plot was lacking. I found myself continually waiting for the book to get started and the plot to begin. About halfway through I wanted to quit listening but having already invested so much time into it I forced myself to stick with it thinking that it would get better. The ending abrupt with no real resolution. So much time was spent examining the main characters psyche that I became bored with her. Meanwhile the other characters were only touched on so their actions seemed odd and their motivations unclear. I can't recommend this book.

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