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One narrator, So many voices!

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Reviewed: 03-17-24

I absolutely love this narrated rendition! Andy Serkis is a man with so many talents and willingly shares them with us all. I have always loved Tolkien and I enjoy the stories even more with the narrator, Andy Serkis. Like all good books, the more you read them, the more you learn. Andy gives life to each character and keeps your attention throughout the story. I have lost count with how many times my husband and I have listened to LOTR and Hobbit and yet we return often to listen to them. One of my favorite series in print and in audio.

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I love this book!

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Reviewed: 03-21-23

I love this book! I have read it over 20 times, and I never get tired of it. Now I get to listen to it, and I love it even more. The narrator and voice actors really bring the book to life.

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I want to be a part of the Crystal City

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Reviewed: 10-17-22

love the story and love the narrators. I want to be a part of the Crystal City and the wonders of making. This story has captivated my attention since I was a teenager with the alternate history of the United States and the possibility of people having knacks that can be used for good or ill. At times as I listen to the story I wonder what knack I would have and if I would qualify to be a maker to help with such a lofty goal/ dream. I need the next book!

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OSC does it again!

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Reviewed: 08-11-22

Orson Scott Card does it again! Another book in the Alvin Maker Series that moves the story along towards the Crystal City. The voice actors are awesome as always. They are the same actors that read Enders Game Series and I enjoy every minute listening to the stories. I have read the books since the 80's and loved them then, I have listened to all of the books at least 3 times since buying them and each time I hear something new just like I do when I read a book a couple of times over. Well done OSC and crew. Thank you for the alternative history of the US and bringing a little knackery/ magic back into mine.

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Absolute joy to listen to.

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Reviewed: 07-09-22

I listened to all of the books and enjoyed each one. The narrators were outstanding. I love Emma Thompson and could listen to her all day. The narrator that I was hesitant about, Billie Piper, ended up being an absolute delight to listen to. I listened to her book twice and enjoyed every minute. Job well done to all narrators and actors. You have made this compilation one of my favorites of all time. It was an absolute joy to listen to and I will probably restart tomorrow! Thank you for bringing the characters to life and helping me to transport myself into each story and enjoy being there in the moment!

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Finally a story to enjoy

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Reviewed: 06-11-22

Finally a story to enjoy about angels, The Fae, mermaids, demons, witches, werewolves, sprites, and so much more. I enjoyed this story. Rarely do I find a story that has so many different fantasy species in one book and this one brings so many to the table. The story mixes magic that is used for good and bad with îssues still being addressed in society. Who am I? Where do I belong? Do I do what's right because it's right and damn the consequences? How do I heal from loss? Do I truly know anyone? When it comes down to it we are blessed to find someone to love so deeply and unconditionally regardless of their mistakes.
The language used wasnt necessary though. As we were listening to the story my husband remarked that he hadn't heard the'F' word used so muchin one story. It could do without that. The graphic descriptions of what the characters wanted to do and did do wasn't necessary either. It didn't enhance the story rather it detracted from it. Instead lead to it and let us use our imaginations and life experience to fill in the "naughty" bits.
All in all I really liked the story, interactions between the characters, and the world I was drawn into. Finally a story to enjoy.

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Nothing quite compares.

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Reviewed: 12-16-21

The performance is outstanding! I love this reader! Jim Dale is a great a performer while narrating as he is on film. Absolutely enjoy emery minute with the Hogsarts Gang. I have always loved these books, nothing quite compares.

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Fae in the bayou!

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Reviewed: 01-08-21

I loved this book and the possibility of Fae living amongst us. Great story telling.

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favorite series to read AND listen to!

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Reviewed: 12-16-20

listening to this book was a great experience. the narrator is amazing and gives all of the characters life and personality. such a joy to listen to.

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great story about fae

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Reviewed: 06-12-20

great story about the fae and supernatural. really liked the story. the sex was not necessary though.

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