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The Rom-Commers
- A Novel
- By: Katherine Center
- Narrated by: Katherine Center, Patti Murin
- Length: 11 hrs and 39 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 864
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 797
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 797
Emma Wheeler desperately longs to be a screenwriter. She’s spent her life studying, obsessing over, and writing romantic comedies—good ones! That win contests! But she’s also been the sole caretaker for her kind-hearted dad, who needs full-time care. Now, when she gets a chance to re-write a script for famous screenwriter Charlie Yates—The Charlie Yates! Her personal writing god!—it’s a break too big to pass up.
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5 out of 5 stars
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A laugh-out-loud, feel good RomCom!
- By meagan on 06-14-24
- The Rom-Commers
- A Novel
- By: Katherine Center
- Narrated by: Katherine Center, Patti Murin
Family, love, humor and tenderness
Reviewed: 07-24-24
I love reading all sorts of books, mainly fiction. And, I think Katherine Center is my favorite author now. I've read every book she's published, and especially enjoyed her final thoughts at the end of this one. I feel like I always learn a few things. She encourages her readers to be more kind and forgiving and honest. I recently read/listened to What you Wish For and liked it as well, but her end credit thoughts on the joy of reading was my favorite part of the book. I will revisit each of her books to make sure I haven't missed anything. I am also a Texan, who has unruly curly red hair and used to live in Houston. So, maybe I'm biased. ❤️
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Close to Death
- A Novel
- By: Anthony Horowitz
- Narrated by: Anthony Horowitz, Rory Kinnear
- Length: 9 hrs and 12 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,431
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 1,298
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,298
Riverside Close is a picture-perfect community. The six exclusive and attractive houses are tucked far away from the noise and grime of city life, allowing the residents to enjoy beautiful gardens, pleasant birdsong, and tranquility from behind the security of a locked gate. It is the perfect idyll, until the Kentworthy family arrives, with their four giant, gas-guzzling cars, gaggle of shrieking children, and plans for a garish swimming pool in the backyard. Obvious outsiders, the Kentworthys do not belong in Riverside Close, and quickly offend every last one of the neighbors.
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5 out of 5 stars
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The book personified: “riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma”
- By Jane M. on 04-19-24
- Close to Death
- A Novel
- By: Anthony Horowitz
- Narrated by: Anthony Horowitz, Rory Kinnear
Another fun mystery
Reviewed: 04-23-24
I have read all the Hawthorne books, and many other Horowitz stories. I'm glad to hear there are more to come. I'll buy, and recommend them all.
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The Road Towards Home
- A Novel
- By: Corinne Demas
- Narrated by: David de Vries, Erin Bennett
- Length: 8 hrs and 38 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 175
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 146
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Story4 out of 5 stars 146
Widower Noah Shilling considers Clarion Court to be less an independent living community and more a prison. But there may be hope for the place yet. The newest resident is bold, eccentric, rule-breaking Cassandra Joyce—whom, as it turns out, Noah met long ago in college. As Noah and Cassandra get reacquainted, major changes at Clarion Court force them both to reevaluate their living situation. When Noah invites Cassandra to rough it with him at his Cape Cod cottage, the old friends must decide whether they should risk embarking on the next stage of their journey together.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Great read
- By Susan L. Chaplin on 07-06-23
- The Road Towards Home
- A Novel
- By: Corinne Demas
- Narrated by: David de Vries, Erin Bennett
a nice but meandering story, a bit boring 😴
Reviewed: 11-03-23
I sort of liked the main characters. But i thought Cassandra was stubborn and controlling and Noah had to yield to her too often.
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The Twelve Dates of Christmas
- By: Jenny Bayliss
- Narrated by: Elizabeth Knowelden
- Length: 10 hrs and 24 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,585
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 1,428
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,428
When it comes to relationships, 34-year-old Kate Turner is ready to say "Bah, humbug". The sleepy town of Blexford, England, isn't exactly brimming with prospects, and anyway, Kate's found fulfillment in her career as a designer and in her delicious side job baking for her old friend Matt's neighborhood café. But then her best friend signs her up for a dating agency that promises to help singles find love before the holidays. Twenty-three days until Christmas. Twelve dates with 12 different men. The odds must finally be in her favor...right?
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3 out of 5 stars
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LOVED the story-didn’t love the profanity
- By A. Hill on 12-05-20
- The Twelve Dates of Christmas
- By: Jenny Bayliss
- Narrated by: Elizabeth Knowelden
boring, so far
Reviewed: 12-29-22
This story is too word-y. I haven't finished it yet, but have listened to several other Christmas stories I'd recommend: In A Holidaze by Christina Lauren, Let it Snow by Beth Moran, The Christmas Bookshop by Jenny Colgan, The Christmas Wish by Lindsey Kelk. I'll try to finish this one and may revise my opinion later.
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The Bullet That Missed
- A Thursday Murder Club Mystery, Book 3
- By: Richard Osman
- Narrated by: Fiona Shaw, Richard Osman, Steph McGovern
- Length: 11 hrs and 16 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 4,151
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 3,737
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Story5 out of 5 stars 3,717
It is an ordinary Thursday, and things should finally be returning to normal. Except trouble is never far away where the Thursday Murder Club are concerned. A decade-old cold case—their favorite kind--leads them to a local news legend and a murder with no body and no answers. Then a new foe pays Elizabeth a visit. Her mission? Kill or be killed. Suddenly the cold case has become red hot.
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4 out of 5 stars
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When the second book came out I was worried
- By Foralark on 09-20-22
- The Bullet That Missed
- A Thursday Murder Club Mystery, Book 3
- By: Richard Osman
- Narrated by: Fiona Shaw, Richard Osman, Steph McGovern
Maybe the best one yet. Love the Characters! ❤️
Reviewed: 10-16-22
It's tough to decide my favorite member. but, I think Ron. A few more friends were added in this one. And sounds like there will be at least six books in the series (enjoy the interview with Richard Osman after the book). It's worth noting the narrator was different from the first two audio books. And, she's very good as well. Too me Joyce's voice is Lesley Manville. But, I did enjoy Fiona Shaw's more baritone voice as well. I'm looking forward to the next one.
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Project Hail Mary
- By: Andy Weir
- Narrated by: Ray Porter
- Length: 16 hrs and 10 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 197,907
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 181,139
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Story5 out of 5 stars 180,586
Ryland Grace is the sole survivor on a desperate, last-chance mission - and if he fails, humanity and the Earth itself will perish. Except that right now, he doesn't know that. He can't even remember his own name, let alone the nature of his assignment or how to complete it. All he knows is that he's been asleep for a very, very long time. And he's just been awakened to find himself millions of miles from home, with nothing but two corpses for company.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Bazinga
- By Davidgonzalezsr on 05-04-21
- Project Hail Mary
- By: Andy Weir
- Narrated by: Ray Porter
Another fun book from Andy Weir!
Reviewed: 05-12-21
I don't understand all the Science, but who cares. This was an excellent listen. Looking forward to the next! Great narrator as well, will look up other books he's worked on.
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The Vine Witch
- The Vine Witch, Book 1
- By: Luanne G. Smith
- Narrated by: Susannah Jones
- Length: 8 hrs and 42 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 7,443
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 6,537
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Story4 out of 5 stars 6,525
For centuries, the vineyards at Château Renard have depended on the talent of their vine witches, whose spells help create the world-renowned wine of the Chanceaux Valley. Then the skill of divining harvests fell into ruin when sorcière Elena Boureanu was blindsided by a curse. Now, after breaking the spell that confined her to the shallows of a marshland and weakened her magic, Elena is struggling to return to her former life. And the vineyard she was destined to inherit is now in the possession of a handsome stranger.
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2 out of 5 stars
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Middle aged single wine-o seeking same
- By Pamela Metcalfe on 12-13-19
- The Vine Witch
- The Vine Witch, Book 1
- By: Luanne G. Smith
- Narrated by: Susannah Jones
A pretty good story about witches
Reviewed: 01-25-20
Not my typical read. But, if you like stories about witches this one is unconventional and the dialogue is better than average. the narration and characters are engaging.
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Dumped, Actually
- By: Nick Spalding
- Narrated by: Steve West
- Length: 9 hrs and 43 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 1,009
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 886
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Story4 out of 5 stars 885
When Ollie Sweet is very publicly dumped by ‘The One’, his seemingly perfect world dissolves into misery, self-pity, and a bizarre rooftop meeting with a suicidal man in flip-flops. While most would seek out the support of loved ones at such a torrid time, natural-born journalist Ollie asks the subscribers of his website: how did they get over their failed relationships? When Ollie follows some of their more extreme advice, chaos inevitably ensues.
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5 out of 5 stars
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The male version of Bridget Jones
- By Anonymous User on 01-07-20
- Dumped, Actually
- By: Nick Spalding
- Narrated by: Steve West
Whiney, predictable, repetitive
Reviewed: 01-25-20
This book was difficult to finish. The narrator was ok, but dialogue and story was tedious. Could have been half the length.
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The Hypnotist's Love Story
- By: Liane Moriarty
- Narrated by: Tamara Lovatt Smith
- Length: 13 hrs and 5 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 13,599
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 12,192
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Story4 out of 5 stars 12,164
Ellen O’Farrell is a professional hypnotherapist who works out of the eccentric beachfront home she inherited from her grandparents. It’s a nice life, except for her tumultuous relationship history. She’s stoic about it, but at this point, Ellen wouldn’t mind a lasting one. When she meets Patrick, she’s optimistic. He’s attractive, single, employed, and best of all, he seems to like her back. Then comes that dreaded moment: He thinks they should have a talk. Braced for the worst, Ellen is pleasantly surprised.
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4 out of 5 stars
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a twisted love story...so interesting!
- By S on 01-23-13
- The Hypnotist's Love Story
- By: Liane Moriarty
- Narrated by: Tamara Lovatt Smith
I really like this author and narrator
Reviewed: 11-14-19
I have now read every Liane Moriarty novel, including her most recent, Nine Perfect Strangera. I learn a little something extra with each one. If you like this, listen to What Alice Forgot. It has the same narrator.
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Amanda's Wedding
- A Novel
- By: Jenny Colgan
- Narrated by: Lucy Price-Lewis
- Length: 8 hrs and 39 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 119
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 107
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Story4 out of 5 stars 106
From New York Times best-selling author Jenny Colgan comes the debut novel that made her the sensation she is today - a hilarious, unforgettable story of one woman’s mad dash to put a stop to the wedding of her old school friend who’s the complete opposite of the sweet Scottish lord she’s marrying.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Very cute!
- By Kristyn Rose on 09-03-20
- Amanda's Wedding
- A Novel
- By: Jenny Colgan
- Narrated by: Lucy Price-Lewis
not so great
Reviewed: 04-17-19
tedious, repetitive, a bit boring. Not as good as her other books. I recommend the Island series, starting with Cafe by the Sea.
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