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Title: Milk Glass Moon

Subtitle: The Big Stone Gap Trilogy, Book 3

Author: Adriana Trigiani

Narrator: Adriana Trigiani

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 41 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-15-12

Publisher: Random House Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 215 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Milk Glass Moon, the third book in Adriana Trigiani's best-selling Big Stone Gap series, continues the life story of Ave Maria Mulligan MacChesney as she faces the challenges and changes of motherhood with her trademark humor and honesty. With twists as plentiful as those found on the holler roads of southwest Virginia, this story takes turns that will surprise and enthrall the reader.

Transporting us from Ave Maria's home in the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Italian Alps, from New York City to the Tuscan countryside, Milk Glass Moon is the story of a shifting mother-daughter relationship, of a daughter's first love and a mother's heartbreak, of an enduring marriage that contains its own ongoing challenges, and of a community faced with seismic change.

All of Trigiani's beloved characters are back: Jack Mac, Ave Maria's true love, who is willing to gamble security for the unknown; her best friend and confidant, bandleader Theodore Tipton, who begins a new life in New York City; librarian and sexpert Iva Lou Wade Makin, who faces a life-or-death crisis. Meanwhile, surprises emerge in the blossoming of crusty cashier Fleeta Mullins, the maturing of mountain girl turned savvy businesswoman Pearl Grimes, and the return of Pete Rutledge, the handsome stranger who turned Ave Maria's world upside down in Big Cherry Holler.

In this rollicking hayride of upheaval and change, Ave Maria is led to places she never dreamed she would go, and to people who enter her life and rock its foundation. As Ave Maria reaches into the past to find answers to the present, listners will stay with her every step of the way, rooting for the onetime town spinster who embraced love and made a family. Milk Glass Moon is about the power of love and its abiding truth, and captures Trigiani at her most lyrical and heartfelt.

Members Reviews:

Things that Last, Love, Cornbread and Beans

The third book in the Big Stone Gap Trilogy finds Ava Maria and Jack Mac raising Etta and growing older. The love between them grows sweeter (and wiser), and the stories of the town's folk are some of the best parts of the book. Pearl has expanded the drug store to three now. Jack Mac's construction company, which he and two friends opened after the coal mines closed, is thriving. Etta's teenage antics throw Ava Maria for a loop . . . and Ava Maria finds herself being the OPP (overprotective parent), while Jack Mac is the laid back nice one . . . isn't that typical??? But as time goes on, Etta does survive being raised by imperfect parents . . . and both parents finally learn to value the qualities the other bring to the table. This series has a great southern, down home feel . . . you'll laugh, cry, and come to love all these people, just like they are your own neighbors.

Alas, the final book in the Stone Gap trilogy

In this, the final book of the Stone Gap trilogy, Jack and Ave Maria raise their daughter with all the anxiety of getting through the teenages, up to her marriage. There are big changes in Big Stone Gap, and some of Ave Marias closest friends have some dramatic life crises. This book finishes off he series, and we are all sorry to see it end. Again, I cant imagine anyone reading these books aloud but Trigiani herself.

Love the Big Stone Gap Series

What made the experience of listening to Milk Glass Moon the most enjoyable?

Adriana made her book come to life.

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Title: Ties That Bind

Author: Marie Bostwick

Narrator: Bahni Turpin, Xe Sands

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 38 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-01-12

Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 461 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

In her compelling, beautifully crafted novel,New York Timesbest-selling author Marie Bostwick celebrates friendships old and new - and the unlikely threads that sometimes lead us exactly where we need to go.

Christmas is fast approaching, and New Bern, Connecticut, is about to receive the gift of a new pastor, hired sight unseen to fill in while Reverend Tucker is on sabbatical. Meanwhile, Margot Matthews friend, Abigail, is trying to matchmake, even though Margot has all but given up on romance. She loves her job at the Cobbled Court Quilt Shop and the life and friendships shes made in New Bern, but she never thought shed still be single on her fortieth birthday.

Its a shock to the entire town when Philip A. Clarkson turns out to be Philippa. Truth be told, not everyone is happy about having a female pastor. Yet despite a rocky start, Philippa begins to settle in - finding ways to ease the townspeoples burdens, joining the quilting circle, and forging a fast friendship with Margot. When tragedy threatens to tear Margots family apart, that bond - and the help of her quilting sisterhood - will prove a saving grace. And as she untangles her feelings for another new arrival in town, Margot begins to realize that it is the surprising detours woven into lifes fabric that provide its richest hues and deepest meaning.

Critic Reviews:

This is one very talented writerWatch her star rise! (Debbie Macomber,New York Timesbest-selling author)

Members Reviews:

Surprise! Christian Fiction

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

No. The combination of the heavy Christian slant and the voice of one of the narrators spoiled this experience for me. I might listen to another Marie Bostwick book, now that I know it's Christian fiction--I'd just tune out the heavy-handed parts, just as I do with overdone sex scenes--but I won't listen to another book from this narrator.

What other book might you compare Ties That Bind to and why?

Debbie Macomber's Blossom Street books.

What do you think the narrator could have done better?

Xe Sands sounds tired, bored and condescending, which results in the narrator coming across as passive and tired. If I'd noticed she was one of the narrators I would not have purchased the book.

Do you think Ties That Bind needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

I liked the characters and the story. Regular church-going choir member that I am, the heavy-handed Christian elements were quite a bit too much for me.

Any additional comments?

If a book is Christian (or any other heavy-handed religious) fiction, please state that up front so customers are not unpleasantly surprised.

Book Five . . . Wonderful Story

I really enjoy this series about women quilting together, sharing their faith, their joys and their sorrows . . . I am not a huge fan of narrator, Xe Sands, whose voice tends to be whiny at times, but this book, it wasn't as grating . . . the family dynamics of Mari and Margot with their parents was gut wrenching BEFORE Mari's untimely death, and even more so afterward, when Margot's father took it upon himself to fight for custody of young Olivia, despite the fact that Mari clearly left instructions that she wanted her sister, Margot to raise her little girl . . . many ethical dilemmas were presented as the family visited little Olivia in the hospital following the accident, and prepared for the legal battle over custody . . .

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Title: Murder by Mocha

Author: Cleo Coyle

Narrator: Rebecca Gibel

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 53 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-18-11

Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 448 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Clare's Village Blend coffee beans are being used to create a new java love potion: a "Mocha Magic Coffee," billed as an aphrodisiac. The product, expected to rake in millions, will be sold exclusively on Aphrodite's Village, one of the most popular online communities for women. But at its launch, one of the website's editors is murdered. Clare is convinced a bitter killer wants the secret formula. Can she catch who's gone loco for mocha?

Members Reviews:

Coffee, chocolate and murder!!

If terrific coffee drinks were not enough, the. Village Blend Coffee shop in New York has decided to team up with a superb chocolate company to market a new blend guaranteed to get the romantic juices flowing. Clare, the store's manager, is not convinced that this is a great idea but the store's owner, Madame, also Clare's mother in law, has already set the deal up with one of her long time friends--Alicia. But when the event to publicize the product brings Alicia running to Clare's hotel room because of a dead body in her bed, Clare really knows mischief is stalking this product.

Someone is definitely trying to defeat the start of this new product as more bodies appear. There is also something suspiciously wrong with this new blend. Could there be an illegal substance hidden within this new yummy drink? Clare and all the usual characters from these coffee house mysteries team up again to find the culprit. Clare and her daughter are also becoming more involved with their love interests--both policeman. This time, the police department is having problems of it's own.

Always fun and intriguingly involved with coffee facts and New York life, once again the Cleo Coyle husband and wife team have created a fascinating cozy mystery filled with recipes! The personal lives of the characters become more and more involved with every book, but the mystery always drives each story. I find that the audio version of these books really adds drama to already excellent books.

Chocolate Chaos

The mystery starts early in this book, and continues until the end. Clare Cosi manages a coffee house. She is also an amateur sleuth whose significant other is a detective for the New York Police Department. Clare's adventures as a detective are probably unlikely, but very entertaining. She is smart and usually sensible enough not to put her life in danger.

This book had enough plot twists and interesting characters to keep me entertained and interested. I found Clare to be a likable protagonist. Narrator Rebecca Gibel has a pleasing voice and a deft talent for character voices.

This book is a later entry in a series, but stands on it's own. I look forward to reading other books in the series. This one is a winner for me.

Love mystery and coffee.

Any additional comments?

I love learning about coffee.....I hope it is all true. Enjoyable series. I am so glad that I happened upon it.

The Perfect Novel for the Coffee Lover!

This is the first book I have read in the Coffeehouse mystery series & based on my experience I would say it's okay to read it without having read the others. It didn't seem like I was missing any crucial points.

Rebecca Gibel is a great narrator. She keeps your interest and never seemed to have any problems with the many voices she had to employ for this crazy cast of characters.

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Title: The Thrill of Victory

Author: Sandra Brown

Narrator: Natalie Ross

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 45 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-11-11

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 140 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Stevie Corbett is in jeopardy of losing everything shes sacrificed and worked so hard for her career, her future. Her life. She has just two weeks to make a monumental decision, but her fate rides on keeping the truth a secret. Its Judd Mackies job to uncover secrets. And hes spent the last few years dogging Stevie, exposing her for the spoiled glamour girl he believes her to be. Now he has the chance to scoop the story of the year and let the whole world know the truth about Stevie. All he has to do is betray her trust.

Members Reviews:

Simply Wonderful!

Would you listen to The Thrill of Victory again? Why?

I loved the story so much it easily became one of my favorites! I tend to listen to Sandra Brown's classic romances over and over. The Thrill of Victory is now at the top of my list!

Who was your favorite character and why?

I loved the development of the characters - both. So many layers are peeled away with such tenderness.

What about Natalie Ross???s performance did you like?

She did a great job with the emotion that poured from the characters.

Who was the most memorable character of The Thrill of Victory and why?

Judd Mackie. His values, his complexities made him so likable, so desired!

Nice, Light, Feel Good Story Written in 1989

Would you try another book from Sandra Brown and/or Natalie Ross?

Sure, love Sandra Brown. This is NOT a complex, heart stopping, thrill ride. No mystery and little suspense...a sweet romance.

Stevie Corbett is in jeopardy of losing everything shes sacrificed and worked so hard for her career, her future. Her life. She has just two weeks to make a monumental decision, but her fate rides on keeping the truth a secret. Its Judd Mackies job to uncover secrets. And hes spent the last few years dogging Stevie, exposing her for the spoiled glamour girl he believes her to be. Now he has the chance to scoop the story of the year and let the whole world know the truth about Stevie. All he has to do is betray her trust.

Have you listened to any of Natalie Rosss other performances before? How does this one compare?

Great performance and really believable Judd (male character) along with female portrayal.

Any additional comments?

Don't listen in the car with the kiddos - as there are a few 'light' references to sex.

I snatched this on sale and would suggest the same for other listeners as it is only 4.5 hours long and it is a work from 1989.

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Title: Lone Star Cafe

Author: Lisa Wingate

Narrator: Johanna Parker

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 13 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-28-11

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 61 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Lisa Wingate, national best-selling author and inspirational speaker, delivers a novel that examines the paths we choose in life and the realization that we may be on the wrong one. One morning while running late to work, Laura Draper is ambushed by a future-determining call from her boyfriend that ends in an ultimatum. Suddenly, Laura finds herself at a crossroads and she is unsure of her next move.

Members Reviews:

Simple, Sweet Story

This is the type of story I usually avoid, but I enjoyed it - maybe I am in a subdued mood. A 36 year old publication executive on temporary assignment in Texas finds herself at a crossroad, figuratively and literally. Laura stumbles onto an old fashioned setting in the Lone Star Cafe, which sits at a crossroad used to detour around a bridge closure on the highway, at time when she questions her life's direction.

The story revolves around Laura's inner struggles as she faces personal challenges that her obsession with work cannot keep buried. She falls in love, very quickly, with a local man who has a very different background from her own. There is no bad guy chasing her or hot love scenes, but neither is there over dramatization, silly dialog, or meaningless bedroom scenes. This is a simple, straightforward story of nice people doing their best in life.

The writing is sound, which saves the tame plot. The performance is excellent.

Wanted Moore

I really enjoyed this book. The only thing is I wish there had been just a little moore

A favorite

This is a favorite of mine who Lisa Wingate and Johanna Parker make a fantastic team. Lisa Wingate's books are well written and good stories. Johanna Parker makes them even more entertaining. I recommend this book to anyone who likes a lighthearted romance book

Too short, wanted more!!

What does Johanna Parker bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book?

Good reader, good voices, really drew you to the story, enjoyable to listen to and didn't want it to end.

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Title: Hammerhead Ranch Motel

Author: Tim Dorsey

Narrator: George Wilson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 12 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-18-11

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 334 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

There's a different schemer or slimeball behind every door: cocaine duckpins who have survived only by the dumbest fortune, hard-luck gigolos desperate to score, undercover cops busting undercover cops who are running sting operations on undercover cops. And just down the row, local historian and spree killer Serge A. Storms -- who has stopped keeping up with his meds -- is still looking for a briefcase stuffed with five million dollars...and is now capable of wreaking more havoc than hurricane Rolando-berto, the big wind gathering force offshore, just waiting for the opportunity to blow everything straight to hell.

Members Reviews:

Classic Serge Storms

If you're a lover of Tim Dorsey's manic Serge Storms series, it's probably enough to say that you won't be disappointed in this book. It's the second in the series, so you get to see the appearances of some characters that populate the later books, like the lovely ladies City and Country. Serge's sidekick Coleman has not yet been reincarnated (apparently killed in "Florida Roadkill" but there is a not-quite-so-stupid Coleman surrogate, Lenny Lipowicz. I believe this is the first appearance of the "Accidental Virgin" Johnny Vegas, a recurring character in the series.

If you've never read a Serge Storms book, then I have a recommendation for you: don't read this one first. Not because you'd be reading them out of order, that's not too important. I recommend you start with one narrated by Oliver Wyman. Come back to George Wilson once you're firmly hooked.

I've listened to a lot of George Wilson. I spent almost 24 hours with him in "Citizen Soldiers", and thought he was great in "With the Old Breed". What those two books, and many other Wilson narrations, have in common is they are factual narratives. Not too many ways to punch up the Battle of the Bulge.

Serge Storms is a maniacal character. George Wilson's portrayal of this zany character is like Richard Nixon impersonating the watermelon-smashing comedian Gallagher. He just doesn't know how to be crazy. And don't get me started on Wilson's rendition of the various shrieks and yells that litter the text. Or how he "sings" the song lyrics that show up from time-to-time.

Oliver Wyman, on the other hand, is the perfect characterization for Serge, Coleman, Lenny, and all the rest. He must know someone with some serious problems to capture them so well. And he surely has been a witness when someone hit a bong.

So, start with a Wyman story, then maybe mix them up, Wyman, Wilson, Wyman, Wilson ... I believe they each did about the same number of Audible's productions, so it will even out in the end.

By the way, if you're a fellow Floridian you'll recognize many of the places Serge describes in this series of books. When I was a kid we traveled all over the northeast part of the state, as that's where our relatives lived. Along the way we'd stop at Weeki Wachee Springs, the Alligator Farm, Saint Augustine, some old pirate bar whose name I forgot, and many, many more. They're all real, and Serge knows every detail of their histories. Some fun!

Tim dorsey rocks

I love these books in the narrator is very professional.

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Title: Beyond the Shadows: Night Angel Trilogy, Book 3

Author: Brent Weeks

Narrator: Paul Boehmer

Format: Unabridged

Length: 22 hrs and 44 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-08-11

Publisher: Hachette Audio UK

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 130 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

A new queen has usurped the throne and is leading Cenaria into disaster. The country has become a broken realm with a threadbare army, little food, and no hope. Kylar Stern plans to reinstate his closest friend Logan as King, but can he really get away with murder? In the north, the Godkings death has thrown Khalidor into civil war. To gain the upper hand, one faction attempts to raise the goddess Khali herself. But they are playing with volatile powers, and trigger conflict on a vast scale. Seven armies will converge to save - or destroy - an entire continent.

Kylar has finally learnt the bitter cost of immortality, and is faced with a task only he can complete. To save his friends, and perhaps his enemies, he must assassinate a goddess. Failure will doom the south. Success will cost him everything hes ever loved.

Critic Reviews:

"I was mesmerized from start to finish. Unforgettable characters, a plot that kept me guessing, non-stop action and the kind of in-depth storytelling that makes me admire a writer's work." (Terry Brooks)

Members Reviews:

A Rushed ending

A good listen, but the story felt bitt rushed

leaving manny questions unawnserd and unexplaied.

Great story!

Great story and good performance. Too bad I finished it. I couldnt put it aside good thing there where many hours per book

A good end to a a good series

With some time between the second and third books in the Night Angel trilogy I was quickly able to pick back up the story and the characters. Brent Weeks increases the pace and action in the third book as there was a lot that had to happen to tie up the overarching story lines. Some of it does feel like it is rushed and could have benefited with more time to expand upon.

The conclusion is however satisfying. There is certainly enough left unsaid to create opportunities for future expansion on this setting but there is no glaringly unanswered questions or disappointment.

The narration is well done, easy to listen to with good character definition.

The Night Angel trilogy was enjoyable and surprisingly epic in the final chapter if a bit rushed. I would recommend it if you are looking for some decent Fantasy to add to your library.

Night Angel is brilliant!

The third and final book in the Night Angel trilogy, Beyond the Shadows is absolutely brilliant. Kylar is bonded to Vi, Jenine is married to the new Godking Dorian and believes Logan Gyre dead, Durzo Blint returns new danger around the Black Barrow rears its ugly head. Once again Paul Boehmer delivers an awesome performance of the audiobook. Brent Weeks just keeps getting better with every book he writes.

A good read

This is a great book in the night angel trilogy. This book has depth, complexity and intrigue without sacrificing action, pace or believability. The build up is excellent and the crescendo near the end feels suitably epic.

The narrator is on brilliant form giving a nice rich tone to the book and allowing you to feel the subtle differences in the cultures.

One word of warning - not all the ends will be tied up, and you may like me, be waiting for another series to be written.

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Title: Afterwards

Author: Rosamund Lupton

Narrator: Finty Williams

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12 hrs and 40 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-09-11

Publisher: Hachette Audio UK

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 68 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

There is a fire and they are in There. They are in there.... Black smoke stains a summer blue sky. A school is on fire. And one mother, Grace, sees the smoke and runs. She knows her teenage daughter Jenny is inside. She runs into the burning building to rescue her. Afterwards, Grace must find the identity of the arsonist and protect her family from the person who's still intent on destroying them. Afterwards, she must fight the limits of her physical strength and discover the limitlessness of love.

Members Reviews:

Captivating!

I bought this because I loved Finty Williams narration of The Girl with All The Gifts and I wanted more! This did not disappoint. The story was emotional and wonderful and the narration was perfect!

Formulaic Emotionalizing...Boring, boring...

What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?

Narrator is fine, but the text is mediocre, at best.

What was most disappointing about Rosamund Luptons story?

Long, long overwrought, sometimes hysterical mother-love speeches, over and over again-- which may move many readers, but increasingly irritated me. I hung in there for a while, until I couldn't bear any more. So disappointed because the reviews were so positive.

Have you listened to any of Finty Williamss other performances before? How does this one compare?

Finty Williams is a very talented narrator...no question. She kept me listening for as long as I did.

You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities?

Great set-up: the fire, the out-of-body experiences. Clearly great potential for a suspenseful plot.

Any additional comments?

I found it hard to believe that the characters who find themselves experiencing an out-of-body existence would have so little to say to themselves or to each other about it--unbelievable. Of course, I did stop listening about a third of the way in...

Definitely not as strong as "Sister"

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

Not really. I found Grace to be whiny and clingy and suddenly realized that I was in the land of schmaltzy maternal love. If the narration had been stronger, I might've slogged through this book, because I enjoyed "Sister," Lupton's previous outing. As it was, I couldn't handle both a lackluster narration with monotonous dialogue alongside the however-understandable desperation of a mother whose child is very badly hurt and who herself is hurt and cannot reach out to her family.

What aspect of Finty Williamss performance would you have changed?

Dialogue, by far. some jokes were meant to be funny and she delivered them flatly, and her narration did not differentiate the characters well at all.

Could you see Afterwards being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?

Probably a movie... it might actually work as a drama piece.

Any additional comments?

reading this one in print, thanks. Others compare this book either favorably or unfavorably to "Sister," and I have to say I found it wanting, both due to the narration and the endless descriptions of longing for one's family.

Couldn't listen any more

I'm English, so it's not the accent, it's the constant high-pitch hysteria that never ends, like someone crying and complaining for HOURS on end. I couldn't take it any more, my life is stressful enough and whilst I enjoy drama, there needs to be a break in the whining.

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Title: Warm Bodies

Subtitle: A Novel

Author: Isaac Marion

Narrator: Kevin Kenerly

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 4 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-17-11

Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1737 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

R is a young man with an existential crisishe is a zombie. He has no memories, no identity, and no pulse, but he has dreams. His ability to connect with the outside world is limited to a few grunted syllables, but his inner life is deep, full of wonder and longing. After experiencing a teenage boys memories while consuming his brain, R makes an unexpected choice that begins a tense, awkward, and strangely sweet relationship with the victims human girlfriend, Julie.

Julie is a blast of color in the otherwise dreary and gray landscape that surrounds R. His choice to protect her will transform not only R but his fellow Dead and perhaps their whole lifeless world. Scary, funny, and surprisingly poignant, Warm Bodies explores what happens when the cold heart of a zombie is tempted by the warmth of human love.

Editorial Reviews:

"Narrator Kevin Kenerly helps, too, especially since a large part of the narrative takes place inside Rs head, detailing his thoughts and feelings in an articulate, lyrical way that hes unable to express via his extremely limited zombie vocabulary. Kenerlys somewhat hushed tones draw the listener in right away, when R has yet to meet Julie and is instead just one more anonymous member of the undead, shuffling around an abandoned airport and occasionally venturing into the nearest city to feast on the flesh of the living. Rs musings about the end of the world and what it means to be a zombie have a stark and beautiful immediacy, and Kenerly gives them all the power and reverence they deserve." (Josh Bell)

Critic Reviews:

I never thought I could care so passionately for a zombie. This story stayed with me long after I was done reading it. (Stephenie Meyer, #1 New York Times best-selling author of the Twilight series)

Members Reviews:

Incredible!

What other book might you compare Warm Bodies to and why?

I've never read anything remotely similar.

Which character as performed by Kevin Kenerly was your favorite?

R

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It definitely had me laughing!

Any additional comments?

I loved this book!! My most unique read so far, I'd say. I loved R's mind and thinking process. He was so sweet. Isaac Marion did an excellent job. I loved hearing his progression throughout the book.

This was my first Zombie book, so I can't compare it to others. However, I never thought I'd like a book about zombies let alone love one. In my opinion, the ending was just a tad bit weak.

I wholeheartedly recommend listening to this book rather than reading the print edition. The narrator was incredible. You could tell he put a lot of hard work into reading it. I'm sure it wouldn't have been quite the same reading it for myself. Anyways, awesome!

A Wordy Zombie

It was as I expected, save the zombie R was very verbose and repetitive. Other than that a fairly common zombie storyline, at least in these days of 'sympathetic' zombies.

This was...OK

Would you try another book from Isaac Marion and/or Kevin Kenerly?

Probably not.

Has Warm Bodies turned you off from other books in this genre?

No. I generally like zombie books. I'm a fan of the genre, and I was excited about this new twist on the typical storyline. It was a little too juvenile for me. The teen romance parts undermined the philosophical moments R has throughout.

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Title: One Was a Soldier

Author: Julia Spencer-Fleming

Narrator: Suzanne Toren

Format: Unabridged

Length: 17 hrs and 36 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-22-11

Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 174 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

At the Millers Kill Community Center, five veterans gather to work on adjusting to life after war. Reverend Clare Fergusson has returned from Iraq with a head full of bad memories she's using alcohol to wipe out. Dr. George Stillman is denying that the head wound he received has left him with something worse than simple migraines. Officer Eric McCrea is battling to keep his constant rage from affecting his life as a cop, and as a father. High school track star Will Ellis is looking for some reason to keep on living after losing both legs to an IED. And down-on-her-luck Tally McNabb has brought home a secret - a fatal one.

Police Chief Russ Van Alstyne just wants Clare to settle down and get married - to him. But when he rules Tally McNabb's death a suicide, Clare sides with the other vets against him. Russ and Clare's unorthodox investigation will uncover a trail of deceit that runs from their tiny Adirondack town to the upper ranks of the Army, and from the waters of the Millers Kill to the unforgiving streets of Baghdad.

Members Reviews:

Series Derails

I have been on a tear reading this series with great enjoyment. So much so that when the middle 5 books were not available here on audible I borrowed CDs (!?!?) from my library. I loved the complexity, the characters, the dialogue, the setting. Yes the mysteries were of the block-buster movie type where you needed to suspend disbelief and just enjoy the show. But--they were concise, very engaging, plot and character driven books.

This book is a departure from that style. It was overly long, very, very slow and plodding. The narration was terrible. Men growling with almost nauseating voices. Lyle being completely intolerable. Clare becomes a one dimensional boozy, drug seeking, southern belle obsessed with sex. This change in direction makes for 17.5 hours of rambling and profane yuck. Such a waste. Truly disappointing.

Sounded to much like a soap opera

Couldn't get past the first few chapters. Too much like a soap opera and the reader just didn't do it for me.

Forced myself to finish

This was one of those I only finished it because I paid for it books for me. Found myself stepping out of the story often to remind myself how unlikely the circumstances were. Really hate when that happens because it reminds me I am reading instead of taking me away.

I'm so disappointed

Julia Spencer-Fleming is among my favorite authors -- to read. This was my first one to listen to -- or to TRY listening to. I'm about three hours in, and I don't think I can continue -- I like the series too much to ruin it by listening to this narrator. She started reading so slowly I had to backtrack to keep what she was reading in mind. Finally I switched my iPod to "fast" read, but then she speeded up some, so I switched back. But her voices -- oy! The narrator is female -- why the falsetto for most of the female characters? And (so far, anyway) she makes Claire sound like a lovesick damsel from the Old South -- good grief. This woman is not a Suellen O'Hara -- she's a tough as nails helicopter pilot who saw combat. Nor is she a wilting lilly at home -- she's decisive, quick thinking and courageous, not languid and insipid. Right now I'm at the "I bought it so I darn well better listen to it" stage -- but still hating to ruin the book if it's as good as the others in written form.