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How did I sleep on this for so long?!

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4 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars
Story
3 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 02-17-25

I had this in my Audible library for MONTHS and yesterday I finally gave it a go. I was looking for something light hearted that I wouldn't get thaaat attached to, since I was coming out of reading a romance novel that I had really loved and also had go to work this whole weekend. But *guess what*. I tackled five flights of stairs a few times instead of using the elevator just so I could squeeze in more listening. If you are usually annoyed by the usual Billionaire behavior (I'm not, but some people are), this may be a good choice.
I was especially distracted, and not in a good way, listening to the last chapter, which featured reading amid loud swallowing and sharp breath intakes; idk if I had overlooked that while climbing stairs. So the narrators were not outstanding, and the story is 3.5-star at best, but it does the trick.

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Yawn.

Overall
2 out of 5 stars
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2 out of 5 stars
Story
2 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 02-15-25

Short and bitter. My complaint is not that it was predictable, just pretty uninteresting, thoroughly not thrilling.

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Outstanding performance by Bel Powley

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4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
Story
3 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 02-15-25

This was a delightful listen. I loved how, even though I could see some details coming, there were a few twists to keep it interesting. I laughed out loud, felt with Lucy all her feelings, rooted for her. If there was anything missing at some point, the narrator filled every single gap so vividly that it almost felt like watching a movie. Did not expect to like this so so much.

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Heartfelt.

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4 out of 5 stars
Performance
5 out of 5 stars
Story
4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 02-12-25

Picture this: I am awkward af, struggling a little with adulthood, up to date with intrusive thoughts and self doubt. I literally bump into someone in the street, she spills her coffee (a cold brew thank goodness, because its all over both of us now), and all her stuff drops to the ground. I feel my neck eczema flaring and my cheeks, burning, so awkward; my hands, pits and feet start to get moist. I apologize profusely, help her gather her belongings, scratching my neck every few seconds, and beg her to let me buy her another coffee. I ramble on about how it would relieve my stress-induced eczema if she'd let me, promising to let her go immediately after. She tells me her name is Micaela, she is a little nervous but nice; she cracks a joke and makes me laugh. (I'm picturing all this in a smaller town since I would run away from a stranger that acted like I had in this scenario in a big ass city). We talk a little more and I realize I may just have found a kindred spirit.

Now, seriously: it's not as much a "performance", more like someone who is genuinely baring her story. The way she reads makes you feel like a good friend is telling you what she's been up to over a few beers. It's pleasant and you crack up from her holding back laughter. At times, she is holding back tears and you want to hug her.

Consider giving this one a shot.

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What a ride!

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4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
Story
4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 02-09-25

I wanted to briefly kill Lin Su, but it turned out alright, as you can always hope things do with Carr. She is a master at soothing aches and wrapping things up. This series kept me company during endless commutes and chores. Thunder Point and its stories have a special place in my heart, and Oregon is now in my bucket list.

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Another feel-good hit by Carr

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
Story
4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 02-06-25

I wish we had had more insight on Matt's life. Very relieved we had a little more of Grace, Troy and Winnie. Really enjoyed overall. I always gush about Thérèse Plummer but she has outdone herself. I have come to love Thunder Point and am having all the feels about all of it coming to the end.

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I didn't think there would be other Thunder Point characters I could like this much

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4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
Story
4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 01-24-25

I loved Eric and Laine's story, really enjoying these newcomers! I was left a little disappointed after The Hero but I bounced back with this one.

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The narration made up for some of the writing

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3 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 01-21-25

I'm not sure I would have enjoyed that much if not for the audio. The last few chapters were crowded with last minute conflict resolution and the developments lacked the strength that I had found moving in previous Thunder Point books.

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Bravo!

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
Story
5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 01-11-25

I laughed, cried, chuckled, sniffled and was overjoyed to have been invited to the ride that has been Kelly Bishop's life. Rewatching Gilmore Girls as an "adult" made me appreciate the depth of Emily's character, but mostly made me curious about the formidable actress playing her. What a treat it was to finally satisfy that curiosity, and getting a glimpse of her career and the paths she took along the way was delightful. I could not recommend this audio more if I tried, and I already know it will be among my best books of 2025.

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Finished listening because it was short.

Overall
2 out of 5 stars
Performance
3 out of 5 stars
Story
2 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 12-27-24

I just could not get into it. I should have found Naomi more relatable but she was mostly just annoying.

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