Deonna Clark
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Just Haven't Met You Yet
- By: Sophie Cousens
- Narrated by: Charlotte Beaumont
- Length: 10 hrs and 3 mins
- Unabridged
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Hopeless romantic and lifestyle reporter Laura’s business trip to the Channel Islands isn’t off to a great start. After an embarrassing encounter with the most attractive man she’s ever seen in real life, she arrives at her hotel and realizes she’s grabbed the wrong suitcase from the airport. Her only consolation is its irresistible contents, each of which intrigues her more and more. The owner of this suitcase is clearly Laura’s dream man. Now, all she has to do is find him.
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Perfection
- By Anonymous User on 01-30-22
- Just Haven't Met You Yet
- By: Sophie Cousens
- Narrated by: Charlotte Beaumont
Good story, great narrator
Reviewed: 07-25-24
Likable characters from the beginning which is a must have for me. Several generations intertwine to create a wholesome story where readers can root for everyone to find their happy ending. The narrator absolutely brings the story alive.
Would recommend for an easy feel good listen.
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Book Lovers
- By: Emily Henry
- Narrated by: Julia Whelan
- Length: 11 hrs and 23 mins
- Unabridged
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Nora Stephens' life is books—she’s read them all—and she is not that type of heroine. Not the plucky one, not the laidback dream girl, and especially not the sweetheart. In fact, the only people Nora is a heroine for are her clients, for whom she lands enormous deals as a cutthroat literary agent, and her beloved little sister Libby.
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So annoying!
- By MALLORIE WIEBER on 05-14-22
- Book Lovers
- By: Emily Henry
- Narrated by: Julia Whelan
Nothing new
Reviewed: 07-01-24
I do like Henry’s books but prefer the written format. The narrator never varies so the audio books run together. Although always 100% predictable, there is a comfort knowing it will all work out. Would like more men doing men lines or alternating readers to break up the monotonous voice that drops an octave at the end of every sentence.
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The Picture of Dorian Gray
- By: Oscar Wilde
- Narrated by: Russell Tovey
- Length: 8 hrs and 35 mins
- Unabridged
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A disturbing tale of a young man's uncanny ability to remain both young and beautiful while descending into a life of heartless debauchery, The Picture of Dorian Gray was considered proof of both Wilde's genius and his perversion. Oscar Wilde's scandalous best seller of 1891 was one of the most damning pieces of evidence used against him in the trial that brought about his downfall.
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A twisted tale of vanity and poisonous people
- By Shantastic on 10-02-19
- The Picture of Dorian Gray
- By: Oscar Wilde
- Narrated by: Russell Tovey
Splendid narration!
Reviewed: 06-18-24
While familiar, the story is brought to life unlike any other previous incarnation or medium. Those familiar with this story of opulence, gluttony, and the immaturity of the youthful mind, can appreciate the portrayal of each character in this classic. Very well done!
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None of This Is True
- A Novel
- By: Lisa Jewell
- Narrated by: Kristin Atherton, Ayesha Antoine, Louise Brealey, and others
- Length: 10 hrs and 28 mins
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Celebrating her forty-fifth birthday at her local pub, popular podcaster Alix Summer crosses paths with an unassuming woman called Josie Fair. Josie, it turns out, is also celebrating her forty-fifth birthday. They are, in fact, birthday twins. A few days later, Alix and Josie bump into each other again, this time outside Alix’s children’s school. Josie has been listening to Alix’s podcasts and thinks she might be an interesting subject for her series. She is, she tells Alix, on the cusp of great changes in her life.
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Victim shaming a teen girl?
- By Lisa & Travis on 08-11-23
- None of This Is True
- A Novel
- By: Lisa Jewell
- Narrated by: Kristin Atherton, Ayesha Antoine, Louise Brealey, Alix Dunmore, Elliot Fitzpatrick, Lisa Jewell, Thomas Judd, Dominic Thorburn, Nicola Walker, Jenny Walser
Head scratcher
Reviewed: 12-12-23
I won’t spoil the story so I will start with what I liked. Every character was well thought out. Every complex relationship, functional and dysfunctional are explored. The narration is expertly done.
Now, what I do not understand is the ending. (Stop here if you’re worried about a hint of a spoiler) Why create doubt in the audience when it does nothing to serve the story except to further confuse. Without hinting or spoiling, the end was just well a head scratcher for me.
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Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow
- A Novel
- By: Gabrielle Zevin
- Narrated by: Jennifer Kim, Julian Cihi
- Length: 13 hrs and 52 mins
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Sam and Sadie—two college friends, often in love, but never lovers—become creative partners in a dazzling and intricately imagined world of video game design, where success brings them fame, joy, tragedy, duplicity, and, ultimately, a kind of immortality. It is a love story, but not one you have heard before.
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This book sucked the life out of me
- By RMan on 08-08-22
- Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow
- A Novel
- By: Gabrielle Zevin
- Narrated by: Jennifer Kim, Julian Cihi
Good story
Reviewed: 07-17-23
I did like this story. It’s a little difficult to follow the timelines as they pop in and out without explanation. There is a chapter called Pioneers that could have been avoided as it is too long and doesn’t lend enough to the story. Hints of current day pandering with non binary characters, and stroking the “white boy with a gun who hates homosexuality” narrative alienates a population of readers without lending any merit to the story.
A little clumsy at times but overall a good representation of early game and engine building that led to current day gaming.
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Chasing Dreams at Hedgehog Hollow
- Hedgehog Hollow, Book 5
- By: Jessica Redland
- Narrated by: Emma Swan, Gloria Sanders
- Length: 10 hrs and 41 mins
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Samantha has a secret. Returning home from her dream honeymoon to the normality of running her beloved Hedgehog Hollow rescue centre, she's ready for the next chapter of her life with Josh. Or is she? Lauren has given up on love. Twenty-six years ago the love of her life, Shaun, left her a note and was never seen again. Samantha and Lauren will need the love and support from the Hedgehog Hollow family more than ever. After all, some dreams are worth chasing.
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Loving the variety
- By Kristyn Rose on 04-02-24
- Chasing Dreams at Hedgehog Hollow
- Hedgehog Hollow, Book 5
- By: Jessica Redland
- Narrated by: Emma Swan, Gloria Sanders
Good story
Reviewed: 12-05-22
Another sweet story. My only complaint is the transition between chapters isn’t tempered well. Lauren’s chapter would end on a solemn note, only to have Samantha’s narrator blast in a too cheerful tone, CHAPTER whatever. More care should be taken to transition between the two narrators with volume and tone control. Otherwise sweet story to add to the series.
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The Cube
- By: Adam Rapp
- Narrated by: Carla Gugino, Juliana Canfield
- Length: 2 hrs and 4 mins
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An invitation to a mysterious theatrical performance changes the lives of two women in Adam Rapp’s riveting new audio play The Cube. Magda, an upper-class White woman, is shocked to the core by what she sees—and questions her complicity. Ruth, a Black woman who played a role in the show, is thrilled to be part of it—until she discovers her performance is all too convincing. Directed by Whitney White, a visceral and truly immersive audio experience that tackles issues of race, privilege, and cultural blindness.
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Please take away those loud intrusive music
- By Wartyfrog on 06-08-22
- The Cube
- By: Adam Rapp
- Narrated by: Carla Gugino, Juliana Canfield
More guilt ??
Reviewed: 11-29-22
Why is there any need to further divide the masses with an us vs them dialog. Really disliked this story.
Act 1 narration was very good. Act 2 sounded like someone with a chip in their shoulder. Wouldn’t recommend
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The Lincoln Highway
- A Read with Jenna Pick (A Novel)
- By: Amor Towles
- Narrated by: Edoardo Ballerini, Marin Ireland, Dion Graham
- Length: 16 hrs and 39 mins
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In June, 1954, eighteen-year-old Emmett Watson is driven home to Nebraska by the warden of the juvenile work farm where he has just served fifteen months for involuntary manslaughter. His mother long gone, his father recently deceased, and the family farm foreclosed upon by the bank, Emmett's intention is to pick up his eight-year-old brother, Billy, and head to California where they can start their lives anew. But when the warden drives away, Emmett discovers that two friends from the work farm have hidden themselves in the trunk of the warden's car.
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I'm totally opposite
- By Meaghan Bynum on 10-10-21
- The Lincoln Highway
- A Read with Jenna Pick (A Novel)
- By: Amor Towles
- Narrated by: Edoardo Ballerini, Marin Ireland, Dion Graham
Mid century adventure
Reviewed: 08-17-22
Having loved “A Boys Life” and Towles, I thought the combo would be ideal for me. It does not disappoint. This book is very well written with characters that are very easy to live and root for. Even the villainous are hopelessly misunderstood or victims of their circumstances.
The story follows two brothers who set out to locate their mother in California. The older brother, recently released from a juvenile work home and the younger, a well read, highly intelligent side kick. Characters build and connect throughout. I listened in one day. Gave the performance a 5 but honestly not sure if Ireland was the best choice for Sally. Her parts were so much louder and almost crass which didn’t match the personality of the character. Ballerini is as usual a master at voices. He could have done the Sally parts and the book would have been more enjoyable.
Highly recommend, but maybe better in print.
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The Two Towers
- Lord of the Rings, Book 2
- By: J. R. R. Tolkien
- Narrated by: Andy Serkis
- Length: 20 hrs and 46 mins
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The company of the Ring is torn asunder. Frodo and Sam continue their journey alone down the great River Anduin - alone, that is, save for the mysterious creeping figure that follows wherever they go. This continues the classic tale begun in The Fellowship of the Ring, which reaches its awesome climax in The Return of the King.
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.Andy Serkis reads well, sings terribly
- By Jessica on 09-25-21
- The Two Towers
- Lord of the Rings, Book 2
- By: J. R. R. Tolkien
- Narrated by: Andy Serkis
Excellent
Reviewed: 05-10-22
I’ve read this series twice and cannot believe it took so long to listen to. Wow! Serkis is an amazing narrator. Highly recommend for summer travel and long car rides!
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Just the Way You Are
- By: Beth Moran
- Narrated by: Eilidh Beaton
- Length: 11 hrs and 41 mins
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When Olivia Tennyson - or Ollie to her friends - was 16, she wrote a Dream List of all the things she wanted for her life, including a happy marriage and a family. But at 29, Ollie is single, living at home with her over-protective and manipulative mother and is feeling like her dreams are getting further out of reach. It’s time for a change. It’s time to take matters into her own hands.
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overbearing mother, insecure lead - again
- By Jennifer on 02-08-23
- Just the Way You Are
- By: Beth Moran
- Narrated by: Eilidh Beaton
Sweet story
Reviewed: 04-23-22
This genre of books are easy to come by but this one stood out. Themes of abuse, manipulation and societal pressure are woven to produce several flawed characters. Each of them is well developed and all become very likable. Eilidh Beaton is a masterful narrator and made this listen much more believable and enjoyable. Just getting to know Beth Moran and will read other titles based on how much this book moved me.
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