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The Lincoln Lawyer
- By: Michael Connelly
- Narrated by: Adam Grupper
- Length: 11 hrs and 36 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 19,839
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 14,878
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 14,851
Haller is a Lincoln Lawyer, a criminal defense pro who operates out of the backseat of his Lincoln Town Car, to defend clients at the bottom of the legal food chain. It's no wonder that he is despised by cops, prosecutors, and even some of his own clients. But an investigator is murdered for getting too close to the truth and Haller quickly discovers that his search for innocence has taken him face to face with a kind of evil as pure as a flame.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Great Narration
- By Vishruth on 06-18-08
- The Lincoln Lawyer
- By: Michael Connelly
- Narrated by: Adam Grupper
One I could not put down.
Reviewed: 05-21-16
I am a fan of the series and this one doesn't disappoint. The twisted ending is a surprise.
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The Girl Who Wrote in Silk
- By: Kelli Estes
- Narrated by: Emily Woo Zeller
- Length: 12 hrs and 21 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 6,344
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 5,710
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 5,701
Inara Erickson is exploring her deceased aunt's island estate when she finds an elaborately stitched piece of fabric hidden in the house. As she peels back layer upon layer of the secrets it holds, Inara's life becomes interwoven with that of Mei Lein, a young Chinese girl mysteriously driven from her home a century before. Through the stories Mei Lein tells in silk, Inara uncovers a tragic truth that will shake her family to its core - and force her to make an impossible choice.
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4 out of 5 stars
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1880s Washington Territory and Chinese Exclusion
- By Debbie on 12-11-15
- The Girl Who Wrote in Silk
- By: Kelli Estes
- Narrated by: Emily Woo Zeller
Unexpected Pleasure!
Reviewed: 03-24-16
I was captivated by the story. There is some predictably in the plot but the characters overcome this little flaw. It is hard to face the ugly facts of our history that this story forces on the reader. Hard but I found enlightening. All in all a good read.
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Genghis
- Birth of an Empire
- By: Conn Iggulden
- Narrated by: Stefan Rudnicki
- Length: 14 hrs and 46 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,949
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 1,470
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,468
He was born Temujin, son of a khan, raised in a clan of hunters migrating across the steppe. Temujin's young life was shaped by a series of brutal acts: the betrayal of his father by a neighboring tribe, his family left to die on the harsh plain. But Temujin endured, and from then on, he was driven by a fury to survive in the face of death, to kill before being killed, and to conquer enemies from beyond the horizon.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Move over Bernard Cornwell
- By David on 01-29-10
- Genghis
- Birth of an Empire
- By: Conn Iggulden
- Narrated by: Stefan Rudnicki
A WINNER!
Reviewed: 11-05-12
This is the back story on the famous and infamous Genghis Khan. I thought I was getting the typical historical fiction novel, a little history a little fiction to liven things up. Not so. He is much more of a story teller than Alison Wier, more like McMurty or Galbadon with his character development. There is a richness here that so many story tellers lack today.
Iggulden's tale gives us an in depth picture of what life was like for the boy Tamogen and the impossible and hellish odd's he had to overcome to unite the Mongol tribes and become The Khan of Khan's. We feel the steps of China and fear the Tartars. We get heat from the bodies of the horses. We understand how a yurt works. We learn about tribal laws and functions. It's a quick read and worth every minute.
Rudnicki's raspy voice was a little hard for me at the beginning but overall I thought it was a good fit for the time and place of the story. A rough voice for a brutal time.
My husband "read" the story too and liked as much as I did.
This one is a win win.
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The Scottish Prisoner: International Edition
- Lord John Grey, Book 3
- By: Diana Gabaldon
- Narrated by: Jeff Woodman, Rick Holmes
- Length: 15 hrs and 47 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 4,243
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 3,814
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 3,821
In this highly anticipated new novel, Diana Gabaldon brings back one of her most compelling characters: the unforgettable Lord John Grey - soldier, gentleman, and no mean hand with a blade. Set in the heart of the 18th century, Lord John's world is one of mystery and menace. Diana Gabaldon brilliantly weaves together the strands of Lord John's secret and public lives.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Fair Warning to those used to Davina Porter
- By Kindle Customer on 12-04-11
- The Scottish Prisoner: International Edition
- Lord John Grey, Book 3
- By: Diana Gabaldon
- Narrated by: Jeff Woodman, Rick Holmes
Another Gabaldon Hit!
Reviewed: 09-05-12
If you could sum up The Scottish Prisoner in three words, what would they be?
Jamie's Hellwater back-story
What did you like best about this story?
As always the interplay of the characters was the "pager turner" for me. Lord John and his Honor, Hal's impulsiveness and Jamie's love of Willie all combine to make this novel a bridge between the Outlander series and the Lord John books.
What does Jeff Woodman and Rick Holmes bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
The range and richness of the voices brought the story to life for me. I had a bit of a hard time getting used to a new voice for Jamie, but soon adjusted to the male version of my Scottish friend's brogue. I doubt that I will ever try to read a book by Gabaldon again, I enjoy my audible way too much.
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The Scottish Prisoner
- By: Diana Gabaldon
- Narrated by: Jeff Woodman, Rick Holmes
- Length: 15 hrs and 47 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 5,174
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 4,648
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 4,656
Winner of the Quill Award and the Corine International Book Prize, Diana Gabaldon is the #1 New York Times best-selling author of the Outlander series. This fourth novel featuring popular character Lord John Grey is told both from Lord Grey’s perspective and from that of Jamie Fraser, the star of the Outlander series.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Fair Warning to those used to Davina Porter
- By Kindle Customer on 12-04-11
- The Scottish Prisoner
- By: Diana Gabaldon
- Narrated by: Jeff Woodman, Rick Holmes
Another Gabaldon Hit!
Reviewed: 09-05-12
If you could sum up The Scottish Prisoner in three words, what would they be?
Jamie's Hellwater back-story
What did you like best about this story?
As always the interplay of the characters was the "pager turner" for me. Lord John and his Honor, Hal's impulsiveness and Jamie's love of Willie all combine to make this novel a bridge between the Outlander series and the Lord John books.
What does Jeff Woodman and Rick Holmes bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
The range and richness of the voices brought the story to life for me. I had a bit of a hard time getting used to a new voice for Jamie, but soon adjusted to the male version of my Scottish friend's brogue. I doubt that I will ever try to read a book by Gabaldon again, I enjoy my audible way too much.
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Code Talker
- The First and Only Memoir by One of the Original Navajo Code Talkers of WW II
- By: Chester Nez, Judith Schiess Avila
- Narrated by: David Colacci
- Length: 9 hrs and 37 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 2,035
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 1,815
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,824
Chester Nez, the only surviving member of the original twenty-nine Navajo code talkers, shares the fascinating inside story of his life and service during World War II.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Interesting Listen for WWII Buffs
- By Roxane on 08-27-12
- Code Talker
- The First and Only Memoir by One of the Original Navajo Code Talkers of WW II
- By: Chester Nez, Judith Schiess Avila
- Narrated by: David Colacci
It's Hard To Believe It's Not Fiction
Reviewed: 08-07-12
If you could sum up Code Talker in three words, what would they be?
This WWII true story of one of our real heros is better than all the "page turners" I've read all year. Chester gives us a clear picture of his childhood on the "res" and his challenges as a Native American in a white army corps. If your read no other WWII book read this one. Then look up Nez, he is still around.
Who was your favorite character and why?
Chester tells his own story in his own words
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Twilight
- The Twilight Saga, Book 1
- By: Stephenie Meyer
- Narrated by: Ilyana Kadushin
- Length: 12 hrs and 51 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 21,914
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 15,532
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 15,559
About three things I was certain. First, Edward was a vampire. Second, there was a part of him, and I didn't know how dominant that part might be, that thirsted for my blood. And third, I was unconditionally and irrevocably in love with him.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Not impressed with audio book
- By Candi on 09-07-17
- Twilight
- The Twilight Saga, Book 1
- By: Stephenie Meyer
- Narrated by: Ilyana Kadushin
So Much Better Than the Movie
Reviewed: 07-07-12
Meyers stories are a "good read" and Kadushin does a wonderful job these bringing the characters to life. What a mind to invision a world with "vegertian" vampires.
Its nice to have another fairytale to repalce Harry and his friends. Time and money well spent.
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The Host
- A Novel
- By: Stephenie Meyer
- Narrated by: Kate Reading
- Length: 23 hrs
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 12,323
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 9,278
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 9,325
Earth has been invaded by a species that takes over the minds of human hosts while leaving their bodies intact. But Melanie Stryder refuses to fade away.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Great story in a genre only touched upon before
- By Keith on 06-20-08
- The Host
- A Novel
- By: Stephenie Meyer
- Narrated by: Kate Reading
Hard,very hard to get into impossible to finish.
Reviewed: 07-07-12
After the Twilight series I thought I'd find another easy read and likable characters, not so here.
The narration is fine its the story line that leaves something to be desired, a clear plot for example.
A good idea, but the execution on this tale was sad at best.
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Lord John and the Hand of Devils: International Edition
- Lord John Grey, Book 3
- By: Diana Gabaldon
- Narrated by: Jeff Woodman
- Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 2,390
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 1,973
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,970
Diana Gabaldon, number one New York Times best-selling author of the celebrated Outlander series, delivers three mesmerizing tales of war, intrigue, and espionage that feature one of her most popular characters: Lord John Grey.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Lord John Grey comes to life
- By Teahouse Fox on 10-12-10
- Lord John and the Hand of Devils: International Edition
- Lord John Grey, Book 3
- By: Diana Gabaldon
- Narrated by: Jeff Woodman
Such easy reading, such good fun.
Reviewed: 07-07-12
Gabaldon's Lord John is one of my favorite "guys". Woodman's narration is wonderful.
He doesn't disappoint in this tale either. Its an easy read with the usual tension, fear of death and mayham, but the story line is compelling and kept me "plugged in" from intro to end.
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Lord John and the Hand of the Devils
- By: Diana Gabaldon
- Narrated by: Jeff Woodman
- Length: 9 hrs and 44 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 2,954
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 2,471
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 2,469
In these tales, Lord John vows to avenge a murder, investigates a terrifying "night-hag" on the battlefields of Europe, and discovers treason in His Majesty's ranks.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Lord John Grey comes to life
- By Teahouse Fox on 10-12-10
- Lord John and the Hand of the Devils
- By: Diana Gabaldon
- Narrated by: Jeff Woodman
Such easy reading, such good fun.
Reviewed: 07-07-12
Gabaldon's Lord John is one of my favorite "guys". Woodman's narration is wonderful.
He doesn't disappoint in this tale either. Its an easy read with the usual tension, fear of death and mayham, but the story line is compelling and kept me "plugged in" from intro to end.
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