Don Gilbert

my favorite series

Reviewed: 07-07-24

Jake is, by far, my favorite character in this series. I love his ireverence, and plain old ability to kick ass

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What came first the chicken or an omelet

Reviewed: 03-01-24

I like the take on the farm as a utopian society and animals as cultivators.
The progression of the story is entertaining and I will listen to more books

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Super Series; Super Deal

Reviewed: 09-07-20

I’ve always been a fan of the academic environment as the setting for a story; “Super powered,” takes place in a college atmosphere training humans with extraordinary abilities to become heroes. This is a four book series and at 159 hours and 52 minutes its not only a great value for four credits its an in-depth story with outstanding character development and superb story lines that flow seamlessly throughout the four books. Some might think that such a large endeavor might lag at times but I found myself thoroughly entertained and never felt the need to skip ahead; for those who like this type of genre it’s a must read.
About the narrator, Kyle McCarley: at first I wasn’t sure about the tone of his voice but then I realized that he was doing every character, which are many, giving each of them a distinct voice and became blown away by his versatility.
Now the ending; probably like many of you, I’ve listened to countless series only to be dissatisfied by the ending; with so many characters and story lines in this series I wondered how it would end and, to my delight, “Super Powered,” had a very satisfying conclusion.
Thank you Drew Hayes for a great entertaining experience

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Good Cultivation Fantasy; now with no audio flaws

Reviewed: 04-02-20

Cultivation fantasy is my favorite genre; this series is perfect for listening while self- quarantined

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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Reviewed: 11-04-19

Graystone Chronicles
The Good: Jeff Hayes and the Sound booth Theatre. They really make any audio production a terrific entertaining event.
Also good is the world building, the story line; both inside the game and out in the real world, character development, and the vast array of creatures and other humanoids that are introduced into the story.
The Bad: the lackluster pace and absence of anything resembling a thrilling tense filled conflict, Alexander and his clan simply destroy any enemy regardless of level discrepancy or number, it’s all very anticlimactic.
The Ugly; Relationships; they all act like virgins on prom night. I know this isn’t a Harem book but Alexander and the rest need to grow a pair. Also fuzzy bunnies
Overall I like this series, despite the lack of intensity; I like the story progression and listening to Jeff Hayes and the rest of Sound booth Theatre makes it entertaining

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Gun Lover’s Wet Dream

Reviewed: 05-18-19

You know there are firearm aficionados that care so much about their favorite gun or rifle that they give it a name. Now, in “Gun meister,” the firearms not only have names but their owners must “bond” with them, as in have relations; and we hear every explosive detail. This book is a gun lover’s fantasy come true.
Despite the graphic nature, it’s a good story with interesting characters and I thought the narrators, Annie Ellicott, Justin Thomas James, and Jeff Hays, are terrific; both as the humans in the story and the firearms.
Gives "gunslinger" a whole new meaning

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He don’t need no stinkin’ badge

Reviewed: 02-16-19

As a young boy all Lindon wanted was a badge. It was a rite of passage for all the youth in his village. The badge symbolized one’s ability and, more importantly, one’s worth to the clan.
Sadly, we soon learn that young Lindon doesn’t get any badge at all, he is “Unsouled. “ It is a brand Lindon will be forced to wear his entire youth, ridiculed and shamed by other members of his village; but Lindon refuses to accept his fate. With force of will, and sheer cunning, he is determined to overcome his shortcomings.
Through the first four books we learn just how small Lindon’s world really is, a mere cradle in the vastness of the universe, and he soon discovers that there are other possible destinies that await him if he has the courage to pursue them; possibilities that will test his tenacity but also will allow him to grow beyond his wildest imagination.
“Unsouled” is an exciting start to a really epic series and a great entertaining experience. I am looking forward to the next release.

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He don’t need no stinkin’ badge

Reviewed: 02-16-19

As a young boy all Lindon wanted was a badge. It was a rite of passage for all the youth in his village. The badge symbolized one’s ability and, more importantly, one’s worth to the clan.
Sadly, we soon learn that young Lindon doesn’t get any badge at all, he is “Unsouled. “ It is a brand Lindon will be forced to wear his entire youth, ridiculed and shamed by other members of his village; but Lindon refuses to accept his fate. With force of will, and sheer cunning, he is determined to overcome his shortcomings.
Through the first four books we learn just how small Lindon’s world really is, a mere cradle in the vastness of the universe, and he soon discovers that there are other possible destinies that await him if he has the courage to pursue them; possibilities that will test his tenacity but also will allow him to grow beyond his wildest imagination.
“Unsouled” is an exciting start to a really epic series and a great entertaining experience. I am looking forward to the next release.

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Fantasy Venture, Mythical Creatures; and One Stud

Reviewed: 09-26-18

This is a good fantasy adventure story that has continuously evolved through the first three books.
There is plenty of action and surprises as the series develops and we follow the progression of Vince, who begins this adventure as a lone ranger in the “Wild Wastes.”
He’s not alone for long, however, and apparently doesn’t turn away any manner of female companionship, whether she has horns, tusks, or even insect legs; Vince is going to spread his seed and we hear every slurping, gurgling, explicitly wild detail; and let me tell you, he’s one busy stud.
Other than the graphic nature of these books, there is a good and interesting story line and I will continue to listen to the next book
As for the narrator; I thought Andrea Parsneau’s performance was outstanding.

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The “Juice Box” Gambit

Reviewed: 07-02-18

You’ll have to listen to the book to appreciate what James McGill does with a juice box, it’s comical. As for the rest of “Dark World,” this is one of the better books of the series.
I like the changes that have come about after Earths’ defeat of the Cephalopod kingdom, earth is no longer the door-mat of the universe and the “Squids,” have a new role within the Legions that I found very satisfying. There is a shakeup of ranks which causes some bitter feelings, and a cat fight. As crazy as it sounds, some of the people who once scowled in contempt at McGill’s actions are now looking to him to solve their problems the way he usually does with manipulation and underhanded tactics but always with his customary southern charm; and yes, he still has his misogynistic ways.
The ending is eye-opening revealing a plan that might change the fate of the universe; and anyone following this series should never forget about “Claver.”
Of course, Mark Boyett, is James McGill and I wouldn’t listen to this series without him as the narrator.

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