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American Pharoah
- The Untold Story of the Triple Crown Winner's Legendary Rise
- By: Joe Drape
- Narrated by: Aaron Abano
- Length: 8 hrs and 36 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 4,516
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 4,043
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Story4 out of 5 stars 4,039
History was made at the 2015 Belmont Stakes when American Pharoah won the Triple Crown, the first since Affirmed in 1978. As magnificent as the champion is, the team behind him has been all too human while on the road to immortality. Written by an award-winning New York Times sportswriter, American Pharoah is the definitive account not only of how the ethereal colt won the Kentucky Derby, Preakness, and Belmont Stakes, but how he changed lives. Through extensive interviews, Drape explores the making of an exceptional racehorse, chronicling key events en route to history.
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2 out of 5 stars
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Narrated like a Pre-School Teacher
- By Michael on 05-06-18
- American Pharoah
- The Untold Story of the Triple Crown Winner's Legendary Rise
- By: Joe Drape
- Narrated by: Aaron Abano
If you love horse racing...
Reviewed: 08-19-18
...you will love this book. If you like horses for any reason, you may be interested. Otherwise, pass on by.
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Gabriel's Redemption
- Evan Gabriel Trilogy, Book 1
- By: Steve Umstead
- Narrated by: Ray Chase
- Length: 7 hrs and 59 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 284
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 254
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Story4 out of 5 stars 257
North American Federation Navy Commander Evan Gabriel was dishonorably discharged after a disastrous mission on a far off world called Eden. He's spent the last five years hiding from his past, from those responsible for the failed mission, from those responsible for running him out of the Navy, and from those originally responsible for making him into who he was - a highly-trained, physically and mentally augmented Special Forces soldier. Two mysterious visitors appear unannounced at the door of a Gabriel's seedy hotel room in the slums of Jamaica.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Fun and high Entertainment, I Loved it !!
- By karen on 01-02-14
- Gabriel's Redemption
- Evan Gabriel Trilogy, Book 1
- By: Steve Umstead
- Narrated by: Ray Chase
Disappointing
Reviewed: 04-01-18
I purchased this book because I liked the prequel "Gabriel: Zero Point." However, the plot of this book was predictable and dull. I kept waiting for the next event which I could see coming well in advance. None of the protagonists was likable enough for me to root for them, and all the antagonists were stereotyped. The trope of the flawed hero with PTSD is much better done by Nora Roberts (JD Robb) in her "In Death" series. I have family members with PTSD, so I know what the real thing looks like.
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Kindness Goes Unpunished
- A Walt Longmire Mystery
- By: Craig Johnson
- Narrated by: George Guidall
- Length: 8 hrs and 42 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 8,778
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 7,729
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 7,686
Craig Johnson's Walt Longmire mysteries are critically acclaimed. Longmire's third outing takes him from Wyoming to Philadelphia to investigate a brutal assault on his daughter, Cady. Walt believes her ex-boyfriend is behind the crime and searches him out. But when he turns up dead, Walt is back to square one.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Okay, so I'm a little in love ...
- By C. A. Gelsinger on 07-30-12
- Kindness Goes Unpunished
- A Walt Longmire Mystery
- By: Craig Johnson
- Narrated by: George Guidall
Lovable interesting characters in a so-so story
Reviewed: 03-01-18
I love the ongoing characters in this series. The plot of this book (Longmire in Philly) reminds me of Crocodile Dundee in NY. It stretches credibility to the limit.
I definitely plan to read the next book in the series just to find out what happens next to Walt and his followers.
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The End of the Wasp Season
- A Novel
- By: Denise Mina
- Narrated by: Jane McFarlane
- Length: 13 hrs and 13 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 646
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 567
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 561
When a notorious millionaire banker hangs himself, his death attracts no sympathy. But the legacy of a lifetime of selfishness is widespread, and the carnage most acute among those he ought to be protecting: his family. Meanwhile, in a wealthy suburb of Glasgow, a young woman is found savagely murdered. The community is stunned by what appears to be a vicious, random attack.
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4 out of 5 stars
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A good find for me!
- By Jean on 01-10-12
- The End of the Wasp Season
- A Novel
- By: Denise Mina
- Narrated by: Jane McFarlane
Mixed reaction
Reviewed: 03-01-18
The underlying mystery in this story is so convoluted that it is hard to follow. I am still not sure who ultimately committed the murder. A the same time I find the main character Alex Morrow to be so fascinating that I will probably buy the next book in the series in order to follow her story.
Readers who like a real challenging mystery that requires paying attention to every detail will probably find this book satisfying.
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Last Known Victim
- By: Erica Spindler
- Narrated by: Susan Ericksen
- Length: 11 hrs and 51 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 304
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 198
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 196
Amid death and destruction, hurricane-savaged New Orleans has a new dark force to fear. As the rescue efforts unfold, a grisly discovery is made at one of the massive refrigerator "graveyards". One of these metal hulks contains six human hands - all female, all right hands. The press has dubbed the unknown perpetrator "The Handyman". Captain Patti O'Shay is the straight-arrow, by-the-book cop assigned to the case.
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4 out of 5 stars
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WOW! Just WOW!
- By Maria on 07-11-13
- Last Known Victim
- By: Erica Spindler
- Narrated by: Susan Ericksen
Disappointing plot and ending
Reviewed: 03-01-18
I am one of the people who fled from Hurricane Katrina, so I was fascinated by the promise of this book. The setting of the book seemed very realistic based on my memories of the catastrophe. I was also pleased by the author's insistence on praising the great number of officers of the New Orleans Police Department who remained faithful to their duties during the disaster. The author also faithfully depicted the advantage that wealthy people had in surviving and even thriving.
Unfortunately, I also found the book a disappointment as a mystery novel. The ending stretched credibility beyond the breaking point and left me felling cheated. None of the main characters behaved in ways that were even remotely believable. I may decide to return this book in spite of my sentimental love of books set in New Orleans, especially during Katrina.
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Latte Trouble
- By: Cleo Coyle
- Narrated by: Rebecca Gibel
- Length: 8 hrs and 7 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,312
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 1,193
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,186
To Clare Cosi's surprise, this fall's hottest fashion trend is anything caffeinated - because designer Lottie Harmon, a loyal coffeehouse customer, has just created an ingenious collection of coffee-inspired fashion accessories. So naturally Lottie chooses the Village Blend as the perfect backdrop for fall Fashion Week insiders to view her new line of "Java Jewelry." When barista Tucker unwittingly serves a poisonous latte to a prominent figure on the fashion scene, Clare suspects that the real target may have been Lottie. Now she must protect her thriving business, Lottie, and Tucker....
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5 out of 5 stars
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Fun mystery centered around coffee & Fashion Week!
- By Byron on 12-19-13
- Latte Trouble
- By: Cleo Coyle
- Narrated by: Rebecca Gibel
Unable to appreciate this series.
Reviewed: 02-16-18
The good: The tours of Manhattan and comments on its culture are interesting and sometimes delightful.
The bad: The plots are so incredible that they detract from the enjoyment of the story.
The ugly: I am personally offended by the condescension to people like me who have to avoid caffeine for medical reasons.
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Dearly Devoted Dexter
- Dexter, Book 2
- By: Jeff Lindsay
- Narrated by: Jeff Lindsay
- Length: 8 hrs and 24 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 2,435
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 2,185
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 2,176
Dexter Morgan has been under considerable pressure. It’s just not easy being an ethical serial killer - especially while trying to avoid the unshakable suspicions of the dangerous Sergeant Doakes (who believes Dexter is a homicidal maniac... which, of course, he is). In an attempt to throw Doakes off his trail, Dexter has had to slip deep into his foolproof disguise. While not working as a blood-spatter analyst for the Miami Police Department, he now spends nearly all his time with his cheerful girlfriend, Rita....
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5 out of 5 stars
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Another great Dexter story!
- By Taylor on 09-05-16
- Dearly Devoted Dexter
- Dexter, Book 2
- By: Jeff Lindsay
- Narrated by: Jeff Lindsay
The TV series is much better.
Reviewed: 02-08-18
I am used to saying that the movie was ok but the book was better. Not so here. The characters on TV are much better developed. What a difference a good director with good actors can make! Color me disappointed.
On the other hand, Jeff Lindsay does a great job as narrator.
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Shield of Honor
- Shields of Honor, Book 1
- By: L. J. Bonham
- Narrated by: Tom Sleeker
- Length: 9 hrs and 5 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 2
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Performance3 out of 5 stars 1
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Story3 out of 5 stars 1
Young Edward De Clopton is the sole surviving heir to his family's wealth and position in England, but he doesn't want the job. His father thinks he's a bumbling idiot. His enemies think he's the last obstacle to power and wealth. His mentor, one of the most renowned warriors in England, thinks he's an annoying burden. His girlfriend thinks he's a plaything.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Real Housewives of Agincourt
- By Joseph on 07-14-17
- Shield of Honor
- Shields of Honor, Book 1
- By: L. J. Bonham
- Narrated by: Tom Sleeker
Real Housewives of Agincourt
Reviewed: 07-14-17
If you like the "Real Housewives" reality shows, you will equally like this story. Also, the audilo narration lacks any real feeling.
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Homeport
- By: Nora Roberts
- Narrated by: Erika Leigh
- Length: 15 hrs and 28 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,845
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 1,570
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,568
After an assault at her family home in Maine, Dr. Miranda Jones is determined to put the experience behind her. Distraction comes when she is summoned to Italy - to verify the authenticity of a Renaissance bronze of a Medici courtesan known as The Dark Lady. But instead of cementing Miranda’s reputation as the leading expert in the field, the job nearly destroys it when her professional judgment is called into question.
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5 out of 5 stars
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A fun thrilling mystery with some art and sex.
- By S. Powell on 01-11-09
- Homeport
- By: Nora Roberts
- Narrated by: Erika Leigh
Dissapointing Early Work
Reviewed: 04-22-17
This is an early (hardcover 1998 according to Amazon) work. After being used to the quality of Ms. Roberts recent novels, I was disappointed by the shallowness of the character depictions and the simplicity of the plot: neurotic protagonists vs. psychotic antagonist.
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Before the Fall
- By: Noah Hawley
- Narrated by: Robert Petkoff
- Length: 12 hrs and 55 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 12,876
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 11,718
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Story4 out of 5 stars 11,688
On a foggy summer night, 11 people - 10 privileged, one down-on-his-luck painter - depart Martha's Vineyard on a private jet headed for New York. Sixteen minutes later, the unthinkable happens: The plane plunges into the ocean. The only survivors are the painter Scott Burroughs and a four-year-old boy, who is now the last remaining member of an immensely wealthy and powerful media mogul's family. Was it by chance that so many influential people perished? Or was something more sinister at work?
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3 out of 5 stars
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What you should know before listening...
- By Snozzle on 07-31-16
- Before the Fall
- By: Noah Hawley
- Narrated by: Robert Petkoff
Difficult to follow but well worth the effort
Reviewed: 04-14-17
This book is not easy entertainment but is true literature with meaning and messages on several levels. It portrays the tragedy and quiet dignity of individual lives along with a healthy dose of cynical social commentary mixed with both satire and the classic whodunit mystery.
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