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The Pledge

By: Kimberly Derting
Narrated by: Casey Holloway
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In the violent country of Ludania, the language you speak determines what class you are, and there are harsh punishments if you forget your place - looking a member of a higher class in the eye can result in immediate execution.

Seventeen-year-old Charlaina (Charlie for short) can understand all languages, a dangerous ability she's been hiding her whole life. Her only place of release is the drug-filled underground club scene, where people go to shake off the oppressive rules of the world they live in. There, she meets a beautiful and mysterious boy who speaks a language she's never heard, and her secret is almost exposed. Through a series of violent upheavals, it becomes clear that Charlie herself is the key to forcing out the oppressive power structure of her kingdom.

©2011 Kimberly Derting (P)2011 Audible, Inc. Difficult Situations Fantasy Fiction Literature & Fiction Romance Science Fiction & Fantasy Royalty
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This is a fun read that doesn't get boring and is pretty quick. I enjoyed it. Narrator is not annoying so that's a plus 😊

Hooked me from the beginning.

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I loved everything about this book. Almost didn’t read it because of some of the reviews but MAN am I glad I did! Don’t ever let a bad review keep you from reading this book. I started reading and couldn’t stop! I kept wanting to cry at the connection between the sisters and was so worried for their safety! This book kept me HOOKED. Can’t wait to read The Essence! If something happens to that little girl I’m going to be UPSET!

LOVE LOVE LOVE

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started out really great but just started to let me down. the romance was really sorta rushed/random. And the villian just didn't come across well to me, but that might have been the narrator's doing

meh

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Would you consider the audio edition of The Pledge to be better than the print version?

I didnt read the print version

Any additional comments?

It was a good read/listen. No complaints. Good story, not the best, but worth a listen.

Interesting story

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What did you love best about The Pledge?

The authors large vocabulary.

What other book might you compare The Pledge to and why?

The Selection. Mostly because of its plot. It takes place in a kingdom that has a caste system.

Which scene was your favorite?

I liked every scene that involved the baby sister. The author and reader made the little girl seem cute and adoring.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Not at first, but eventually yes.

Any additional comments?

I was reluctant to buy this audio book because its seemed kind of far out. It actually wasn't. It was very enjoyable after the first 30 minutes. The first half hour was confusing and boring. I had to re listen to it about 5 times just to understand what was going on. After the rough start, the book blossomed into a wonderful book.

A Good Dystopian Read

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What made the experience of listening to The Pledge the most enjoyable?

It kept my interest.

What other book might you compare The Pledge to and why?

FALLEN subtler fantasy eleme

What about Casey Holloway’s performance did you like?

She read well. Nice voice.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

No particular moment.

Any additional comments?

It was worth the money

Pretty good, but not great

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I had some serious high hopes for this book, and it made a strong start, however it ended up falling short. It had a lot of potential. Love the concept, but it felt as if it lost a part of the story toward the end. I had to re listen to parts to see if I missed something, The concept could have been the next big thing, but fell short in execution!

Not as good as I hoped.

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Any additional comments?

Great Book and well worth a listen. Nice way to spend your time or a credit you won't be disappointed. I enjoyed the narration and the story line grabbed me start to finish. Well worth it you won't be disappointed.

This Book Is Worth A Credit

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Overall, I really enjoyed the story. If you enjoy dystopian young adult fiction, I definitely recommend the purchase. My only complaint is that there was a bit too much time spent by the main character swooning over her love interest, making the plot drag at times. If that had been taken out and replaced by more details of the setting, it would have been a solid 5. Also, the narrator talks way too fast at points, so I recommend slowing the reading speed.

Enjoyable

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What did you love best about The Pledge?

You can definitely connect with the main character, even though some of the cliche lines will leave you cringing.

Did the narration match the pace of the story?

The narration was good, Casey even changed some of the voices a little to keep it interesting.

Any additional comments?

The story is predictable and a little slow. On the other hand, the characters are engaging and, who doesn't like to have some things be guaranteed at the end? This book is perfect for a light read to keep you interested, but not too emotionally taxed.

Predictable but Solid

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