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The Grandmother
- By: Jane E. James
- Narrated by: Anna Cordell, Max Dinnen
- Length: 8 hrs and 39 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 3,125
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 3,042
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Story4 out of 5 stars 3,042
Two little girls stand with their heads bowed in my living room. I’m told they’re my granddaughters. Daisy is nine, and Alice seven. Daisy is the spitting image of her mother. This is the first time I’ve met them since my daughter and I fell out after she married that waste of space, Vince. They’ve come to live with me because their mother — my daughter — was murdered. In her own home while they slept close by. I think Vince killed her. But the police can’t prove it. I’ve always known he was no good. He treated my daughter like dirt. I said he’d cheat on her — but she wouldn’t listen.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Not too outlandish
- By Jackie H on 12-14-24
- The Grandmother
- By: Jane E. James
- Narrated by: Anna Cordell, Max Dinnen
Unexpected twists
Reviewed: 01-07-25
The story keeps you guessing. Weird plot twist at the end. Might have been better if it had been mixed in earlier or if social worker had a narrative.
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First Lie Wins
- A Novel
- By: Ashley Elston
- Narrated by: Saskia Maarleveld
- Length: 9 hrs and 16 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 25,058
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 23,833
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 23,833
The identity comes first: Evie Porter. Once she’s given a name and location by her mysterious boss, Mr. Smith, she learns everything there is to know about the town and the people in it. Then the mark: Ryan Sumner. The last piece of the puzzle is the job. Evie isn’t privy to Mr. Smith’s real identity, but she knows this job isn't like the others. Ryan has gotten under her skin, and she’s starting to envision a different sort of life for herself. But Evie can’t make any mistakes—especially after what happened last time.
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5 out of 5 stars
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What’s The lie?
- By Luke Schafer on 01-13-24
- First Lie Wins
- A Novel
- By: Ashley Elston
- Narrated by: Saskia Maarleveld
Could not put it down
Reviewed: 04-06-24
Fantastic listen and story. Wonderfully written tale full of exciting twist and turns. Narrator was awesome, pleasant voice, speed and dictation. A great escape, highly recommend this book!
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A Forest Journey
- The Role of Trees in the Fate of Civilization
- By: John Perlin
- Narrated by: Sean Runnette
- Length: 15 hrs and 2 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 15
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 13
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Story5 out of 5 stars 13
Ancient writers observed that forests always recede as civilizations develop and grow. The great Roman poet Ovid wrote that before civilization began, “even the pine tree stood on its own very hills” but when civilization took over, “the mountain oak, the pine were felled.” This happened for a simple reason: trees have been the principal fuel and building material of every society over the millennia, from the time urban areas were settled until the middle of the nineteenth century. To this day trees still fulfill these roles for a good portion of the world’s population.
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5 out of 5 stars
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This book should be read by everyone!
- By Karin Engstrom on 09-25-23
- A Forest Journey
- The Role of Trees in the Fate of Civilization
- By: John Perlin
- Narrated by: Sean Runnette
Everybody interested in environmental history, read this book!
Reviewed: 03-31-23
This book is excellent! It puts an unbelievable deeper understanding of greed and lack of sustainability built into civilization from the beginning of the modern age. I read thru hiking books, historical fiction, science, metaphysical and more. I don’t generally write reviews. This book is seriously impactful and if you like any of the above topics I hope you listen and it motivates everyone into more…. Understanding and love! I am even more grateful now for the old ( 100-200 yo Ponderosas) I get to hang out with! XO
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The Trail
- A Novel
- By: Ethan Gallogly
- Narrated by: Jake Hunsbusher
- Length: 16 hrs and 10 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 430
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 394
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 393
The Trail is a moving story of how nature helps us find what’s missing in our lives. The tale begins with Gil, who in the wake of his father’s death and recently fired from his job, agrees to accompany his father’s old hiking partner Syd on a month-long trek on the John Muir Trail. There’s just one problem: Gil hates camping and is woefully unprepared for the rigors of the journey. Moreover, he soon learns Syd may not survive the hike.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Audible version - excellent!
- By JocelynF on 02-24-22
- The Trail
- A Novel
- By: Ethan Gallogly
- Narrated by: Jake Hunsbusher
This is a good hiking read.
Reviewed: 01-31-23
The protagonist achieves some emotional intelligence by the end of this read. I enjoyed the teacher student aspect of the hiking companions. The places they camped and the people they meet were fun. I think his trail sex friend should write a hiking adventure book!
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The Indigo Girl
- A Novel
- By: Natasha Boyd
- Narrated by: Saskia Maarleveld
- Length: 10 hrs and 32 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 12,140
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 11,036
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 10,979
The year is 1739. Eliza Lucas is sixteen years old when her father leaves her in charge of their family’s three plantations in rural South Carolina and then proceeds to bleed the estates dry in pursuit of his military ambitions. Tensions with the British, and with the Spanish in Florida, just a short way down the coast, are rising, and slaves are starting to become restless. Her mother wants nothing more than for their South Carolina endeavor to fail so they can go back to England. Soon her family is in danger of losing everything.
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5 out of 5 stars
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You must read The Indigo Girl
- By maureen m. mukhlis on 11-12-17
- The Indigo Girl
- A Novel
- By: Natasha Boyd
- Narrated by: Saskia Maarleveld
Incredible true story of 17yo girl in 1740’s
Reviewed: 01-31-23
The author did a fantastic job filling in any missing pieces in this historical fiction novel. This mostly true story is an inspiration and I am so glad someone brought this story to us. It might be a little uncomfortable at times for some, but that’s real life. I recommend this book.
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Divided
- A Walk on the Continental Divide Trail
- By: Brian Cornell
- Narrated by: Zac Katz-Stein
- Length: 8 hrs and 10 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 67
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 61
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Story4 out of 5 stars 61
Once a person hikes a long trail, they catch the bug, but does it get any easier the second time around? Four years after starting the Appalachian Trail with his brother, Brian takes to the Continental Divide Trail for his second thru-hike in familiar company. However, trail life is not always as rewarding and romantic as the pictures you see or second-hand stories you hear.
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1 out of 5 stars
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Generalities and platitudes
- By RLCalhoun on 12-13-22
- Divided
- A Walk on the Continental Divide Trail
- By: Brian Cornell
- Narrated by: Zac Katz-Stein
Generalities and platitudes
Reviewed: 12-13-22
I’ve listened to more than 5 thru hikers books and this is my least favorite. There are no stories about shoes, setting up camp, personal struggles or meaningful interactions with other hikers, or the towns he visits. General platitudes about how great sunsets are (yea we know) or generic phrases about life with no hiking story to explain why it’s relevant. Not worth the time, boring.
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Fingerprints of the Gods
- The Quest Continues
- By: Graham Hancock
- Narrated by: Graham Hancock
- Length: 18 hrs and 31 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 8,888
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 7,861
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 7,820
Fingerprints of the Gods is the revolutionary rewrite of history that has persuaded millions of listeners throughout the world to change their preconceptions about the history behind modern society. An intellectual detective story, this unique history audiobook directs probing questions at orthodox history, presenting disturbing new evidence that historians have tried - but failed - to explain.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Classic in Historical Mysteries
- By Kelly on 09-05-19
- Fingerprints of the Gods
- The Quest Continues
- By: Graham Hancock
- Narrated by: Graham Hancock
It’s a good viewpoint
Reviewed: 11-11-22
I thought it was easy to follow and understand. His take on ancient human history and origins in my opinion a good possibility. It leaves me wanting more. Good listen.
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The Wall Street Journal Digest
- By: The Wall Street Journal
- Narrated by: Keith Sellon-Wright
- Length: 25 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 4,610
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 3,898
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Story4 out of 5 stars 3,812
Make The Wall Street Journal part of your day. Experience some of our best stories and most popular columns, perfect for when you’re working out, on your commute or enjoying a cup of coffee. Start listening today.
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1 out of 5 stars
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DO NOT SUBSCRIBE IF YOU ARE ONLY CURIOUS ABOUT IT
- By Sara L on 10-09-19
- The Wall Street Journal Digest
- By: The Wall Street Journal
- Narrated by: Keith Sellon-Wright
can't ever get rid of this don't sign up
Reviewed: 11-08-19
For some unknown reason audible will not let you delete this from your library. Please audible let me delete!
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Kundalini Awakening: 5 in 1 Bundle
- Expand Mind Power Through Chakra Meditation, Psychic Awareness, Enhance Psychic Abilities, Intuition, and Astral Travel
- By: Jenifer Williams
- Narrated by: Leslie Howard, Diane Lehman, Amy Lee, and others
- Length: 17 hrs and 53 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 333
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 276
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 272
Kundalini Awakening is the number one audio guide that will teach you how to unlock your hidden powers and live a more meaningful life. Learn about kundalini, chakras, prana, and how to use them to realize your higher capabilities. If your goals are to enrich your spirituality and enhance your mind and psychic abilities - maybe even gain enlightenment - then this audiobook will guide you toward them.
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4 out of 5 stars
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The good, the bad, and the ugly
- By Journey McGuire on 05-14-19
- Kundalini Awakening: 5 in 1 Bundle
- Expand Mind Power Through Chakra Meditation, Psychic Awareness, Enhance Psychic Abilities, Intuition, and Astral Travel
- By: Jenifer Williams
- Narrated by: Leslie Howard, Diane Lehman, Amy Lee, Gina Rogers
no depth
Reviewed: 08-31-19
The narrator was great, the content not so much. Simplistic and superficial. Too few details, before rushing to the next topic.
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