Apelila Newby
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Hawaiian Mythology: The Legends and Myths of Hawaii
- The Fables and Folk-Lore of a Strange People
- By: King David Kalakaua
- Narrated by: James Francis Markert
- Length: 20 hrs and 14 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 33
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 32
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 32
Dive into the captivating realm of The Legends and Myths of Hawaii, where the mystical allure of the Pacific islands comes alive through the mesmerizing fables and folk-lore shared by none other than the esteemed King David Kalakaua. Prepare to be transported to a time when oral traditions were the heart of Hawaiian culture, as the illustrious monarch weaves a tapestry of enchanting stories that have been cherished for generations.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Isn’t there a Hawaiian narrator that could’ve done this?
- By Apelila Newby on 10-11-23
- Hawaiian Mythology: The Legends and Myths of Hawaii
- The Fables and Folk-Lore of a Strange People
- By: King David Kalakaua
- Narrated by: James Francis Markert
Isn’t there a Hawaiian narrator that could’ve done this?
Reviewed: 10-11-23
I am Hawaiian, so these stories are especially meaningful to me. While the narrator makes a good effort, the mispronunciation of the Hawaiian language really disappoints. The way he says “Ka’iulani” in particular was horrible, this iconic and beloved last princess of the Kingdom of Hawaii is one known to all Hawaiians and his pronunciation of her name confirmed to me that this narrator has no idea who she was and should not be narrating these stories.
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Feverborn
- Fever Series, Book 8
- By: Karen Marie Moning
- Narrated by: Luke Daniels, Jill Redfield
- Length: 12 hrs and 37 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 2,633
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 2,379
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 2,371
When the immortal Fae destroyed the ancient wall dividing the worlds of Man and Faery, the very fabric of the universe was damaged, and now Earth is vanishing bit by bit. Only the long-lost Song of Making - a haunting, dangerous melody that is the source of life itself - can save the planet.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Unfortunate
- By Andies16 on 01-19-16
- Feverborn
- Fever Series, Book 8
- By: Karen Marie Moning
- Narrated by: Luke Daniels, Jill Redfield
So disappointed.
Reviewed: 01-23-16
Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?
No, the new narrators are horrible. They don't even do the accents, they're supposed to be in Ireland!
Who was your favorite character and why?
Barrons, too many reasons why.
How did the narrator detract from the book?
The old narrators made the story so much better and more interesting. The new ones are boring and I'm having trouble staying awake to listen to it.
Was Feverborn worth the listening time?
NO!
Any additional comments?
I've loved this series from the very beginning, but I've only been able to listen to the first three chapters, which is why I've given the story 5 stars. It's not the author's fault the narrators are so horrible, I'm going to just buy the book and get my Fever fix that way. BRING BACK NATALIE ROSS AND PHIL GIGANTE!
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