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J. Franklin

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Thorough and worthwhile (with one major audio caveat)

Overall
4 out of 5 stars
Performance
4 out of 5 stars
Story
5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 06-29-23

The book is a thoroughly researched and detailed account of the rise and fall of one of the 20th century’s most significant scientists - his triumphs, his foibles, and the partially successful vendetta waged against him. Absolutely worth reading.

Now the audio issue. Cummings is a fine narrator, but the recording seems to be a composite of sessions from two different sounding environments, and it switches back and forth frequently. I found this annoying, but your mileage may vary.

Overall, a highly recommendable read.

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Interesting audiobook hampered by technical issues

Overall
4 out of 5 stars
Performance
5 out of 5 stars
Story
5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 09-28-22

I enjoyed the reader and the writing, but the audio of the final chapter suddenly got very scratchy and grating, and the musical cues at the chapter starts didn’t really add anything and we’re somewhat annoying, even.

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