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Seinfeld stories were fun- the rest not so much.

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3 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 10-03-24

I could feel his struggle to be authentic in his voice- which started off as Kramer/character like and took many chapters to calm down into himself. It was overall an okay read. I still don’t think he got there with intimately sharing who he really is & probably because he still doesn’t know. So many conflicting ideas are swirling about his cosmos. He drolls on about religious & worldly philosophies. He seemingly combines concepts from them all & turns them into non-sensical metaphors to lift himself up, to give his life meaning. I gained more insight into Michael Richards for sure & enjoyed the Seinfeld behind the scenes stories. He recognizes that his journey isn’t over hoping in his reincarnation- but I hope, like I do for all of us, that he continues to evolve in this, his only lifetime.

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Book #4 of an exceptional & enjoyable series.

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5 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 05-04-24

I have really enjoyed all of Sara Pyszka’s books. They’re well written, sustain your interest & give a rare glimpse into her unique world. I love the “Just Be” series because Brynn Evason is a distinctive character who not only is full of life, personality & talent; she also has cerebral palsy which limits her mobility & audible speech. Her desires are the same as anyone, yet she must navigate a world that can be judgemental, impatient & even ignore her as she uses her “techno talk” device to speak. Brynn types words with her eyes, (a real technology that many more people need access to). This book is about a young adult finding her independence, social groups, honing her skills and gifting all the while trying to balance personal care givers & being heard. I’m already looking forward to book #5.

Overall, I think the narrator’s voice is perfect for the main character, Brynn & the other female characters in the book. My only cons in this book would be the irritating & fast voice of Trevor and the slowness in which Tommy speaks - both of which, in my opinion, seemed to be a distraction and/or took away from their characters.

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The narrator mutilated these beloved characters

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3 out of 5 stars
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1 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 03-14-24

I have listened to maybe 15+ Red River & Blessings stories - So I was excited to find another piece to the puzzle that I had missed - but wow, the narrator made the characters sounds like caricatures of themselves. The accents were exaggerated & cartoonish. I wanted to know the details so I stuck with it, fast forwarding at times but wow, this was the wrong narrator for this book. Sad.

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Incredible series & well narrated

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 02-27-24

I have loved all the Red River/Blessing series - wonderful stories with trials and triumphs & God’s wisdom poured throughout. The narrator is fantastic, even doing accents well. How she kept track of everyone is amazing. Well done.

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Good second book in the series

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 01-11-24

Much more hopeful overall than book one, learning to get through fear, forgiveness and trust in God are some of the main elements. I’m looking forward to book three. Narration is very good.

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Bittersweet story- leaves you wanting to hear more

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 01-09-24

Exceptional narrator, she’s read three other books in another series & never ceases to amaze me with her talent. Story was honest about relationships & settling into a harsh land after coming to America for a better life. It ended with hope. I look forward to continuing the series.

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Siblings, grief, getting stuck & moving through grief & living again

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 01-05-24

I liked the story & the way it was told. Short story with poignant, heartbreak & the positive evolution of characters. The narrator was great too.

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Multigenerational story of forbidden love, change & hope

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5 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 01-05-24

Excellent story & narration, a heartbreaking but also hopeful story. Very happy to have happened upon this story & that it was included in the Audible membership. I didn’t want this book to end. Hoping for a sequel!

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Fabulous narration & good story

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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 12-19-23

I love how the narrator brought these characters to life. She’s one of the best narrators that I’ve encountered (after 80+ audible books)! She made the boys come alive, so that I didn’t miss Anna & Felty in this book. Just as importantly, the main character & her “situation” was thought provoking & really important for anyone who calls themselves a Christian to ponder. Sin, repentance, shame, self condemnation & condemnation from others are all explored in this thoughtful & redeeming story.

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My favorite Huckleberry Hill story

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 12-13-23

This story is relatable, touching & laugh out loud funny in several parts. I’ve listened to many Huckleberry Hill matchmaker series books - so I know the grandparents, Anna & “Felty” well, and their antics in this story were especially amusing. This is one I would listen to again. Very enjoyable!

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