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Firefly: Aim to Misbehave
- The Firefly Series, Book 9
- By: Rosiee Thor
- Narrated by: James Anderson Foster
- Length: 8 hrs
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 226
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 207
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 207
It all started with the geese. The Firefly crew is eager to get paid for their latest job, but when payment arrives as a gaggle of geese instead of a purse, their stay on the planet Brome gets an indefinite extension. No matter that the geese will fetch a pretty penny once they get somewhere to sell them. Without coin, they can’t buy fuel, and without fuel, they can’t get offworld. Serenity is stuck.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Great as always
- By Crispinberen on 11-26-24
- Firefly: Aim to Misbehave
- The Firefly Series, Book 9
- By: Rosiee Thor
- Narrated by: James Anderson Foster
So close!
Reviewed: 01-08-25
I really wanted to like this. The person who narrated this was amazing! His Mal was absolutely spot on! But he nailed everyone else too. Please have him narrate from now on.
The story... the story was so close to being good. I honestly believe the writer is right there. Right about to be excellent. This just wasn't it. They included current issues into a future where it no longer matters. I read/listen to escape today's issues. It also doesn't fit the series. And constantly bringing previous plot lines so we're sure they've seen the show. It was clunky and slowed it down. It wasn't necessary.
The narrator was amazing, plot line very well thought out, writing style decent. Just leave current day out of the future, and the unnecessary regurgitation of plots we all know by heart.
If the writer reads this - please don't stop writing. I think minus those two things, I would read a lot of your work. (If your some famous writer - then you're just not my cup of tea.)
Still give it a listen. You may totally enjoy it.
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Up from Slavery
- By: Booker T. Washington
- Narrated by: Noah Waterman
- Length: 6 hrs and 8 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 5,786
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 5,120
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 5,099
Booker T. Washington fought his way out of slavery to become an educator, statesman, political shaper, and proponent of the "do-it-yourself" idea. In his autobiography, he describes his early life as a slave on a Virginia plantation, his steady rise during the Civil War, his struggle for education, his schooling at the Hampton Institute, and his years as founder and president of the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama, which was devoted to helping minorities learn useful, marketable skills.
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5 out of 5 stars
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The Best Self-Help Book You'll Ever Need
- By Gillian on 02-10-17
- Up from Slavery
- By: Booker T. Washington
- Narrated by: Noah Waterman
A Must Listen!
Reviewed: 03-18-24
It's not long, so there is no excuse. Very positive book about his struggles, with some great tips for any generation on how to work through their own. I wish I could have met him. The narrator seemed to read faster towards the end, but was decent. Also - brush your teeth.
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A Christmas Carol: A Signature Performance by Tim Curry
- By: Charles Dickens
- Narrated by: Tim Curry
- Length: 3 hrs and 31 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 23,052
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 19,173
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Story5 out of 5 stars 19,067
A Signature Performance: Tim Curry rescues Charles Dickens from the jaws of Disney with his one-of-a-kind performance of the treasured classic. Our listeners loved this version so much that it inspired our whole line of Signature Classics.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Wonderful!!!
- By Alia on 12-11-09
Can't be beat!
Reviewed: 12-26-23
This has become our family tradition while driving on Christmas day to family. The story is of course a classic, and you can't beat the narration. So glad we found this!
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Around the World in 80 Days
- By: Jules Verne, Anna Lea - adaptation
- Narrated by: Toby Jones, George Blagden, Don Gilet, and others
- Length: 4 hrs and 14 mins
- Original Recording
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 2,664
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 2,388
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Story5 out of 5 stars 2,375
One of the most celebrated tales of all time, Around the World in 80 Days is part high-octane thriller, part fascinating fantasy travelogue. Pragmatic gambler Phileas Fogg has made a gentlemanly wager to the members of his exclusive club: that he can circle the world in just 80 days, right down to the minute. Fetching his newly appointed French valet, Fogg embarks on a fabulous journey across land and sea - by steamer, rail, and elephant - to win the bet of a lifetime.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Good Dramatization but Abridged Version of Story
- By Dennis & Veronica on 09-18-20
- Around the World in 80 Days
- By: Jules Verne, Anna Lea - adaptation
- Narrated by: Toby Jones, George Blagden, Don Gilet, Vineeta Rishi
Excellent job!
Reviewed: 11-24-23
Listened on a drive. Couldn't wait ro get back on the road to keep listening. Highly recommend, especially if you have kids in the car.
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The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe
- By: The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe
- Original Recording
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 411
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 398
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Story5 out of 5 stars 393
What started as a series of short mysteries for the curious mind with a short attention span has evolved into enlightening conversations for the not-so-short attention span. Whether it’s a short mystery, a long conversation, or an audio book, The Way I Heard It is a veritable box of chocolates for the ears, because you never know what you’re going to get.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Ads...?
- By Russell on 02-28-21
Nailed it!
Reviewed: 10-17-23
I don't think I've listened to one of Rowes podcasts that I haven't liked. But this one specifically hit me in the feels. Thank you for putting this one out.
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A Christmas Carol
- By: Charles Dickens
- Narrated by: Hugh Grant
- Length: 2 hrs and 44 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 6,387
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 5,873
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Story5 out of 5 stars 5,849
First published in 1843, it tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a mean and unpleasant man who dislikes people generally and Christmas especially. One Christmas Eve he is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley and the spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come and given a glimpse of the many homes and lives which Scrooge has touched in his wretched life to date. After their visits, Scrooge is transformed into a kinder, gentler man.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Christmas Classic Given New Life
- By E-Hank3 on 12-26-20
- A Christmas Carol
- By: Charles Dickens
- Narrated by: Hugh Grant
Excellent!
Reviewed: 01-01-23
Very good listen. I'll be listening to it again next year. My husband and I bothe enjoyed it, even though we both ha e different reading preferences.
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Frankenstein
- By: Mary Shelley
- Narrated by: Dan Stevens
- Length: 8 hrs and 35 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 20,819
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 18,749
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 18,679
Narrator Dan Stevens ( Downton Abbey) presents an uncanny performance of Mary Shelley's timeless gothic novel, an epic battle between man and monster at its greatest literary pitch. In trying to create life, the young student Victor Frankenstein unleashes forces beyond his control, setting into motion a long and tragic chain of events that brings Victor to the very brink of madness. How he tries to destroy his creation, as it destroys everything Victor loves, is a powerful story of love, friendship, scientific hubris, and horror.
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3 out of 5 stars
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ARE WE ALWAYS TO BE UNHAPPY?
- By Jim "The Impatient" on 01-28-16
- Frankenstein
- By: Mary Shelley
- Narrated by: Dan Stevens
Classic
Reviewed: 11-03-22
It's a classic. Listened to it for Halloween. Guy reading it was a little boring, but not enough to stop me from listening.
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Fossil Future
- Why Global Human Flourishing Requires More Oil, Coal, and Natural Gas—Not Less
- By: Alex Epstein
- Narrated by: Alex Epstein
- Length: 16 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 928
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 830
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Story5 out of 5 stars 825
For over a decade, philosopher and energy expert Alex Epstein has predicted that any negative impacts of fossil fuel use on our climate will be outweighed by the unique benefits of fossil fuels to human flourishing--including their unrivaled ability to provide low-cost, reliable energy to billions of people around the world, especially the world’s poorest people. And contrary to what we hear from media “experts” about today’s “renewable revolution” and “climate emergency,” reality has proven Epstein right.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Strongly Recommend
- By Kevin on 06-14-22
- Fossil Future
- Why Global Human Flourishing Requires More Oil, Coal, and Natural Gas—Not Less
- By: Alex Epstein
- Narrated by: Alex Epstein
Something to think about
Reviewed: 10-01-22
While I don't agree with everything he said, he definitely has some good points. I appreciate someone is thinking beyond just "save the plant" to who they're saving it for.
I'll be suggesting the book to others.
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The Anne of Green Gables Collection
- Anne Shirley Books 1-6 and Avonlea Short Stories
- By: L.M. Montgomery
- Narrated by: Susie Berneis, Tara Ward
- Length: 73 hrs and 19 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 995
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 787
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 787
Fans of L. M. Montgomery's Anne Shirley rejoice! Collected here are six of the original Anne Shirley books in the order they were published. This collection includes Anne of Green Gables, Anne of Avonlea, Anne of the Island, Anne's House of Dreams, Rainbow Valley, and Rilla of Ingleside. Published between 1908 and 1921, these heartwarming tales of hidden hopes and cherished dreams will enchant fans and new listeners alike.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Part Guide
- By J. Cooper on 03-08-19
- The Anne of Green Gables Collection
- Anne Shirley Books 1-6 and Avonlea Short Stories
- By: L.M. Montgomery
- Narrated by: Susie Berneis, Tara Ward
Love her books!
Reviewed: 04-18-22
I've always loved her books. As a heads up however, the narrators are different for the books, and one was horrible and another just meh. Don't let that stop you from getting this though, just be prepared for that. I still highly recommend the books.
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Woke Racism
- How a New Religion Has Betrayed Black America
- By: John McWhorter
- Narrated by: John McWhorter
- Length: 5 hrs and 17 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 3,202
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 2,802
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Story5 out of 5 stars 2,767
Acclaimed linguist and award-winning writer John McWhorter argues that an illiberal neoracism, disguised as antiracism, is hurting Black communities and weakening the American social fabric.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Thank You
- By Withacy on 10-26-21
- Woke Racism
- How a New Religion Has Betrayed Black America
- By: John McWhorter
- Narrated by: John McWhorter
Excellent down to Earth listen.
Reviewed: 02-18-22
Excellent, thoughtful and down to Earth. I was a little worried, knowing he was a linguist, he'd be talking way over my head. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this book. I agree with him that not everyone is racist, but everyone has biases. Some for the better, some for the worse. I also agree more people need to start standing up to the crazy people and get back to working together to solve real racism.
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