Kerrin Churchill

Fantastic

Reviewed: 01-22-24

I am so glad that I listened to this book. It was interesting on so many levels. History, genetics, behavior, devotion, dirty politics and determination to see a project through.

Chapter 5 could be its own stand-alone book. The murder of those foxes had to have been an inside job. Lesenko was dead but he had his supporters. Someone wanted to kill the project. The brutality of this world is in stark contrast with those who seek enlightenment.

I hope the authors reach out to a dog obedience organization and move to the final phase. I certain there are American trainers that would love the chance to help carry on,

What an amazing journey.

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Boring and difficult to follow

Reviewed: 12-26-23

I was told by numerous people that this was a “must” to read or listen to. It might be a good book but it sure wasn’t for me. I found it so dry that my mind wandered and frankly, the author never actually gave a definitive definition of what exactly is a black swan. The narration was as cardboard as the content itself. Not for me.

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An excellent book on many levels

Reviewed: 12-08-23

The premise intrigued me and I took a chance. I’m so glad I did. This is a remarkable book. It is written with depth of perspective and fantastic literary skill. This author had an interesting life and she was gifted well to share it. That she knew HG Wells (who encouraged her to write) and the immortal Arabian Horse breeder Lady Wentworth) were just two interesting journeys I took with her while reading. And then, there’s the fact that she was conscious of the ethereal world. Wow! I’m so glad I found this book. The narration is excellent. Now I want to read her “fiction.” For anyone who loves to get lost in wonder, I highly recommend this title. -KWC

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For All Who Are Interested in the World of Art

Reviewed: 11-08-23

As a lifelong admirer of the works of Richard Avedon I enjoyed this book immensely. Well-researched, deeply interesting and articulately, performed.

My takeaway from the book was to never believe an Art Critic when they routinely dismiss an artist. The pain and frustration Avedon suffered by the cruel, critics and over-educated, out of touch curators who very, clearly were motivated by jealousy is palpable.

Note to all art critics - we the viewers, do not need pretentious bloviation to tell us how to see art. We see with our eyes and our minds and our hearts. Thank god that in the end Avedon received the recognition he deserved.

The legend of Richard Avedon will live on until the world is burnt to a crisp.

What a story! Thank you.

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Excellent

Reviewed: 09-13-23

Fantastic and quickly paced . Narration is perfect. I learned so much about WWI from this wonderful book. If you are interested in world history and the English monarchy you will not be disappointed.

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Before Skinwalker Ranch there was Mothman

Reviewed: 07-26-23

I’ve wanted to read this for years and finally conceded to listen on audible. I am not sorry.

Narration is excellent.

Content is so thick! Covers much more than just the creature known as “mothman.”

I did not realize the depth of phenomenon that Keel would cover. Long, before we knew of Skinwalker Ranch - the stories in this book are eerily familiar.

Keel was fascinating and I wish he were still around for a lecture circuit.

I’m going to listen to this book again, starting today.

If you are a lover of the paranormal, this recording will not disappoint.

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Excellent

Reviewed: 02-17-23

Completely, enjoyable. Wharton sets a beautiful, intricate stage. The narrators bring the characters to life.

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Compelling story well written

Reviewed: 12-16-22

I enjoyed this book very, much. The characters were well-drawn and their voices were thought-provoking. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys well-written, historical, fiction.

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Wonderful story marred by social opinion

Reviewed: 12-13-22

As a serious, horse person this is just the kind of book I look for. Yes, it is fictional but the fiction is wrapped in facts and as a lifelong, Thoroughbred lover I was “all in.” The history is great. The voices are clear the writing is good. But the author is clearly WOKE and I just hated that. It got in the way of an otherwise great story. From a reader who has lived and breathed Tbs and the horse industry for over fifty years, I can assure you, the author got the “woke part” wrong and I resent being lectured to and being grouped as a “white supremacist.”
I hope someday, someone else will write a similar story without the currently- fashionable issues that will date this telling of the great Lexington.

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Very good!

Reviewed: 02-06-22

Yes, there are many details!! I’m glad of it! The author did a fantastic job of setting every, scene and made the experience all the more believable. After reading the books, I had to look up the historical characters that appeared. Time travel books have become their own genre but not many are so well done. These books are good.

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