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Title: Policed

Subtitle: A Kennedy Stern Christian Suspense Novel, Book 3

Author: Alana Terry

Narrator: Keli Douglass

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 41 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-21-16

Publisher: Alana Terry

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Kennedy Stern and her best friend Reuben drag themselves away from their grueling studies to enjoy a night off campus, but getting pulled over by a belligerent cop isn't in either of their plans.

When the police altercation turns violent, the media notes Reuben's dark skin and labels this instance of police brutality a hate crime. Those Kennedy trusts the most warn her not to get involved, but she owes it to Reuben to pursue justice regardless of the personal cost.

Nothing remains a secret when a frenzied media and an embarrassed police department delve into Kennedy's and Reuben's backgrounds. Some truths, unfortunately, grow increasingly more painful the closer they get to the surface.

Members Reviews:

What a powerful book!

This is the kind of Christian wisdom I want to share with my sister who's a new believer; terrible circumstances that make you think and question our society and community morals, pain and heartache that make you want to cry and pray! This book had it all! Brilliantly written and portrayed without telling you how to come to your own conclusions! This book is a conversation starter for today's situations!!

Thought Provoking

Would you listen to Policed again? Why?

Maybe... It is thought provoking, but generally I don't listen to books more than once.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Policed?

What happens with the video Kennedy takes (but I don't want to give away any spoilers)

What about Keli Douglasss performance did you like?

I wasn't extremely impressed with the narration

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

NO, but it does contain lots of food for thought

Any additional comments?

Racism, faith struggles, and several other issues are addressed by author Alana Terry in this book. Kennedy, from previous books, is a missionary kid studying at Harvard. Her father, a businessman in China, uses his business as a cover for his missionary work. Although, she spent many years surrounded by young people studying under her father, she has always seemed to be a bit insecure and unsteady in her faith. The current turn of events in her life has her wondering if God even cares, or if He is just far off and too distant to be concerned with the hurting people of our world. How do all these tragedies fit into His plan?

A random stop by a hostile cop on the roadside as Kennedy and her friend Reuben were headed to a play off campus, took a turn for the worse. As both of them are accused of things they didn't do, to cover up the bad cop picture by the police forth, Kennedy has to decide whether she lets the issue go for the sake of peace or does she rise up and take a stand? It's a tough decision, with multiple people encouraging her to just let it go, while others think she should speak out against the wrong done. If vengeance is the Lord's, does that mean He will fix this? And how long will she have to wait while doing nothing?

Alana keeps it stimulating as she draws in the reader with the emotional turmoil going on in Kennedy's mind. You almost feel like it's you going through the inner unrest of the choices that need to be made. There is a ton of food for thought in this book, which is what I like about Alana's writings.

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Title: Faith Countryman

Author: Lori Hartman Gervasi

Narrator: Dara Rosenberg

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 12 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-27-16

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 19 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

There's something different about Faith Countryman. It's not just her beauty, quick wit, or quirky sense of humor either. It's that she's divinely inspired.

Born under a crashing rainstorm on a ranch in central California, Faith discovers her gift of healing as a young girl. But poor judgment causes her to run away with her boyfriend to Los Angeles. It seems like the biggest mistake of her life until a surprising turn of events leads her to a place she's never heard of - a Victorian house in Cross Creek.

When Faith arrives, she steps into her destiny, sharing her gift with love and a confident spirit. As she meets the town's colorful characters - a handsome, heartbroken rancher among them - it's clear she's been brought here for a reason: to heal this community and to help them believe. The summer heats up. Testimonies are given. Change is underway, and plans begin for an old-fashioned tent revival.

Then a warm summer rain falls, bringing temptation and Faith's deepest fears. Will she be able to trust in God's love once again and heal the people of Cross Creek - and herself?

Members Reviews:

Curl up with a book, blanket and hot cocoa.

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

A story for every age! My teenager would enjoy this book as well as my 75 year mother. Narrative voice also gives a matching to story.

Who was your favorite character and why?

All the characters added to the story. A story most can relate to or at least can imagine to.

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Title: Over My Dead Body

Subtitle: Father Frank Mysteries, Book 2

Author: James R. Callan

Narrator: Jonathan Mumm

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 5 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-20-16

Publisher: James R. Callan

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

A large corporation is seizing land by eminent domain. Syd Cranzler stands in its way, threatening a court battle. After a heated meeting with the corporation representative, Syd is found dead from an overdose of heart medication. The police call it suicide. Case closed.

But Father Frank, Syd's pastor, and Georgia Peitz, another member of his church, don't believe Syd committed suicide and begin to look for clues of what really happened. Will this affect Georgia's romantic interest in the lead detective?

When the priest is almost poisoned, they convince the police to investigate further. Immediately, Father Frank becomes the target of rumors and speculation he might have had something to do with Syd's death.

The more clues Father Frank and Georgia uncover, the more danger they find themselves in. Can they find the real killer before they become victims?

Members Reviews:

Another great Fr. Frank mystery!

Fr. Frank is fast becoming one of my favorite sleuths!

When a parishioner, Syd Cranzler, is found dead from an overdose of heart medicine, the police call it suicide and close the case. But Fr. Frank knows his parishioner and suicide is not something the cantankerous Syd Cranzler would do. Fr. Frank's friend and parishioner, Georgia Seitz, agrees and tries to get her sort-of boyfriend, Mike, who is a detective, to get the case reopened. There are plenty of people who wouldn't have minded seeing Syd dead... and Fr. Frank becomes a suspect himself when it's revealed that his parish is a beneficiary of Syd's considerable estate!

The story is well-written and fast-paced, keeping the reader interested and intrigued. My only complaint is the way Georgia badgers Mike for information on the case and then pouts and acts rather unreasonable and uncharitable when he lashes back. In contrast, Fr. Frank's sister, Maggie, is a welcome addition to the cast and I hope to see more of her in the future!

Father Frank is in the middle of trouble again!

James Callan's newest novel Over My Dead Body finds priest, Father Frank, in the middle of trouble once again! If you like a good mystery, if you love intrigue, I highly recommend this book. Did the elderly, cantankerous parishioner commit suicide or was there something more sinister afoot? This book has all the elements of a good mystery. The characters are well rounded with personal touches that help you identify with them. For instance, Father Frank is a Dr. Pepper lover, something dear to my heart! These little nuances give the characters a personal touch and make them come alive. I've read Murder a Cappella, another great mystery by this author, and enjoyed it very much. I look forward to more from James Callan!

and I particularly liked Father Frankâs sister

Drawn in from the opening paragraph, I quickly found myself reading through several chapters before I remembered I had been planning on just peeking at the story before going to bed early. Over My Dead Body is that kind of book, where you donât realize how long youâve been clicking through the pages (I have the Kindle version) because it pulls you from the end of one chapter right into the next. And then itâs hard to stop!

The characters are likable (except for cranky Lance, an unsympathetic brother-in-law to the deceased), and I particularly liked Father Frankâs sister, Maggie.

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Title: The Soul of the Matter

Subtitle: A Novel

Author: Bruce Buff

Narrator: Scott Aiello

Format: Unabridged

Length: 13 hrs and 35 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-13-16

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 41 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

A scientist's claim that he's found the secrets of the universe's origin encoded in DNA sparks a race against time to uncover the truth in this fast-paced thriller of science and faith, power and murder, loss and redemption.

Dan Lawson, a former government cyber-intelligence analyst, is surprised to be contacted by his estranged friend Stephen Bishop, a renowned geneticist. Stephen says that he's discovered amazing information within DNA, including evidence of a creator, and needs Dan's help to protect his findings. Dan is skeptical and wonders whether he is being manipulated or if the recent illness of Stephen's only child, Ava, has caused his childhood friend to fall back on religion for answers to questions best left to science. Spurred by his desire for proof that life has meaning, however, Dan puts aside his doubts and agrees to help.

When an experiment goes terribly awry, Dan realizes he must get to the bottom of Stephen's discoveries. With the help of Trish Alighieri, a pediatric oncologist trying to save Ava's life, Dan desperately searches for answers - including whether the human soul can survive science's conquest of nature.

Members Reviews:

good unique story. Narrator was not great

it was a good and unique story. I enjoyed it. the only drawback was the narrator. All of his female voices were cold, emotionless, and sounded the exact same, regardless of which character it was or what the situation was.

Left Wanting

The science was interesting and provides learning for the neophyte. The story predictable. The ending, well, you'll have to find out.

Not a Good Book

I love science books but this had poor character development and seemed to be too centered on the struggle between science and religion. The main character was eratic and hard to follow. Also the narrator sounded like how I read to my kid.

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Title: Crumpets and Cowpies

Subtitle: Baker City Brides, Book 1

Author: Shanna Hatfield

Narrator: John Martin Byrne

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 30 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-31-16

Publisher: Shanna Hatfield

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 30 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Thane Jordan reluctantly travels to England to settle his brother's estate only to find he's inherited much more than he could possibly have imagined. Lady Jemma Bryan has no desire to spend a single minute in Thane Jordan's insufferable presence much less live under the same roof with the handsome, arrogant American. Forced to choose between poverty or marriage to the man, she travels across an ocean and America to reach his ranch in Oregon.

Members Reviews:

Nice story, dreadful narration

Liked story, but attempted more than once to listen all the way through narration. Worst audio reading ever. I know some author's audition narrators to read the stories, why not this one? I would have given the overall rating 4 or 5 stars if the storyteller vwas a good one. Although I really enjoy audio books, I found reading the ebook version of this more enjoyable than listening to it. Thx.

Crumpets and Cowpies

The worst narrator I have heard. His character voices were awful. Storyline was good, but would be more interesting with a better narrator. P

Crumpets and Cowpies

Great story, with an awesome narration. I enjoyed this story of change. I recommended this audible book.

Sweet

This is a sweet story that I thoroughly enjoyed. The narrator can take getting useto.

Delightful Story

Would you consider the audio edition of Crumpets and Cowpies to be better than the print version?

No, I would not. I had read the print version first and loved it. It is a wonderful story. A story that you don't want to stop reading until you finished. The character development was excellent.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Lilly. She is a three year old little girl who brings out her princess personality. She is the most adorable child who could drive one crazy but still love her beyond reason.

Would you listen to another book narrated by John Martin Byrne?

I might depending on the story. He has a clear voice and wonderful dictation. But he also has a deep voice that made listening to the women and children's characters hard. I would have chosen someone with a softer voice for this book.

If you could take any character from Crumpets and Cowpies out to dinner, who would it be and why?

Jemma is a beautiful example of a young woman who adapts with grace to her new situation. Doesn't mean it isn't hard to do but she does it and helps the children to adapt as well. I love the way she never looked down on anyone despite of her social position.

Any additional comments?

The story is truly a great story full of love. Jemma and Thane love bantering back and forth. I recommend the book for reading.

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Title: The Long Journey to Jake Palmer

Author: James L. Rubart

Narrator: James L. Rubart

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 7 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-12-16

Publisher: Thomas Nelson Publishers

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 56 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

What if there was a place where everything wrong in your life could be fixed?

Corporate trainer Jake Palmer coaches people to see deeper into themselves - yet he barely knows himself anymore. Recently divorced and weary of the business life, Jake reluctantly agrees to a lake-house vacation with friends, hoping to escape for 10 days.

When he arrives, Jake hears the legend of Willow Lake - about a lost corridor that leads to a place where one's deepest longings will be fulfilled.

Jake scoffs at the idea, but can't shake a sliver of hope that the corridor is real. And when he meets a man who mutters cryptic speculations about the corridor, Jake is determined to find the path, find himself, and fix his crumbling life.

But the journey will become more treacherous with each step Jake takes.

Members Reviews:

Excellent Journey

If you are suffering any physical or emotional once this book might be the one for you.

The Long Journey to (insert your name here)

A much needed story. A hard journey to freedom. Will you take it? #discovery #healing

Hope Overcomes Pain

Jim did a great job in his narration. Though this isn't my normal chosen genre, I enjoyed the story. There were a couple of lag points in the story but also a few great twists. Overall, an enjoyable audible for our long drive.

Raw and relatable!

I don't know how he does it but every book James L Rubart writes is better and better. This one especially touched me on a deep and relatable way. This book is truly a wonderful journey worth having.

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Title: Disillusioned

Author: Christy Barritt

Narrator: Carly Robins

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 40 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-09-16

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 90 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Nikki Wright is desperate to help her brother, Bobby, who hasn't been the same since escaping from a detainment camp run by terrorists in Colombia. Rumor has it that he betrayed his navy brothers and conspired with those who held him hostage, and both the press and the military are hounding him for answers. All Nikki wants is to shield her brother so he has time to recover and heal.

But soon they realize the paparazzi are the least of their worries. When a group of men try to abduct Nikki and her brother, Bobby insists that Kade Wheaton, another former SEAL, can keep them out of harm's way. But can Nikki trust Kade? After all, the man who broke her heart eight years ago is anything but safe....

Hiding out in a farmhouse on the Chesapeake Bay, Nikki finds her loyalties - and the remnants of her long-held faith - tested as she and Kade put aside their differences to keep Bobby's increasingly erratic behavior under wraps. But when Bobby disappears, Nikki will have to trust Kade completely if she wants to uncover the truth about a rumored conspiracy. Nikki's life - and the fate of the nation - depends on it.

Members Reviews:

Disillusioned

This story engaged me from the beginning. The narrator was excellent. Looking forward to more in this series.

Excellent!

I completely enjoyed this story. Excitement from the very beginning to the end. The reader was excellent.

great book

Was a great book! The reader did a great job & the characters were so interesting. Causes one to think how close we all can be to something like this here in our country.

I enjoyed this book

What did you love best about Disillusioned?

It was a fairly suspenseful read. I appreciated that there wasn't any foul language in it.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Disillusioned?

The ending.

What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike?

Nikki's voice was good and Carly Robins did a good job, however, I hated it when she played the male voices. It always sounded like a woman trying to sound like a man and made it hard for me to tell who was speaking in the story.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No

Any additional comments?

Other than wishing they had a male voice for the male parts, I thought it was a good mystery.

ugh too religious

I wish religious books were more clearly marked. chapter 5 it became so religious that I couldn't go on. the desire to force Christianity down out throats everywhere is frustrating

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Title: Dead Man's Rule

Author: Rick Acker

Narrator: Christopher Lane

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 3 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-28-16

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Chicago lawyer Ben Corbin has just launched his private practice when Dr. Mikhail Ivanovsky, a mysterious Russian scientist, hires him to sue for possession of a safe deposit box. But when the box's owner enlists the city's highest-powered lawyer - and then turns up dead - the Russian confesses: inside the box is an old Soviet biowarfare formula for the deadliest disease known to humankind.

To make matters worse, a technicality called the Dead Man's Rule now forbids the scientist from taking the stand. With no one to testify - and therefore no evidence - the odds against Ben seem insurmountable.

As the threat of a massive bioterrorist attack looms large, Ben and his team race to rebuild their case and rescue the box. To succeed, he'll need all his wits and resources and Dr. Ivanovsky's specialized knowledge - and both men will need to trust in a higher power.

Members Reviews:

Book 2 in this legal thriller series is better

Dead Man's Rule has a Chicago lawyer dealing with biological weapons and terrorism in Russia; the effort is too ambitious. Audible rating 3.3 stars; Amazon rating 4.7 stars - I do not understand why. Christopher Lane's narration is superb. Some listeners will object to the strong religious content of this novel. Novel 2 has much less religious content.

Okay story, a bit hard to follow.

Hmmm this was a bit hard to follow along and there were a lot of characters popping in. I thought some of the story was good but kind of got lost in "translation" as so many people had accents from either Germany, Russia, Czechoslovakian and English. A lot of terrorist action going on with a lot of God talk.

There was some interesting court room action and some torture action going on. I did finish the book but only because I had time invested in it and wanted to see how it ended. But it was confusing and hard to follow.

Doubt I will move on with this series.

As for the narration, it was good, especially since there were so many accents going on. Christopher Lane did a good job on the female voices too. He has a nice reading voice.

Thrilling, the next mission impossible

Ever listened to a faith-based Thriller? You will enjoy every minute wondering what's going to happen next.

Seems like a good idea for a story but

What would have made Dead Man's Rule better?

The story appears to go round and round going no where, I really object to the lawyer praying to God before trial, wife says over and over did you pray to the higher power. If you write Christian books, says so .

Would you ever listen to anything by Rick Acker again?

No

What about Christopher Lanes performance did you like?

Constant Christian reference.

What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment?

Waste of good money

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Title: The Tethered World

Subtitle: The Tethered World Chronicles, Book 1

Author: Heather L.L. FitzGerald

Narrator: Sarah Elizabeth Gerstenberg

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 5 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-27-16

Publisher: Mountain Brook INK

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 14 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

"Normal" means different things to different people. For 16-year-old Sadie Larcen, family dynamics look a little different than most. Parents with oddball occupations? Normal. Five homeschooled siblings - one with autism? Normal.

Police knocking on the door and parents gone missing? Definitely not normal!

When Sadie uncovers the reasons behind her parents' disappearance and the truth about her heritage, she despairs of ever feeling normal again. Especially when she learns that her mother's interest in Bigfoot, dwarves, and other lore extends beyond her popular blog. Sadie's family has been entrusted with keeping the secrets of the Tethered World - home to creatures that once roamed the Garden of Eden.

Sadie and her siblings must venture into this land to rescue their parents. Stepping out of reality and into a world she never knew existed is a journey Sadie fears and resents, but she chooses to risk all to save her family.

She's just not sure she will survive in the process.

Members Reviews:

Enjoyable

What did you like best about this story?

The special effects and voices by the narrator

What does Sarah Elizabeth Gerstenberg bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book?

The different voices

Who was the most memorable character of The Tethered World and why?

The leprechaun that they met at the start of the story. He was the first inhabitant that they encountered and was a bit crazy.

Any additional comments?

The Tethered World is a great book for all ages. It chronicles the journey of Sadie Larcen and her siblings as they enter a new world looking to rescue their parents. I loved seeing the encounters that she had with the inhabitants of this new world, the Tethered World and learning how it all came about. As the journey continues, Sadie not only learns more about this new world, but about herself as well. I enjoyed seeing how she was able to overcome things that she was not comfortable with, but still remained herself. She grew up some, did not change completely. I liked that as some books make the main character seem to do a complete change that is not always believable. I had the pleasure of listening to this on audio book which made it even better. The narrator did a great job on the different voices for the characters and the special effects made you feel like you were a part of the story. I received a copy of the audio book from the publisher to listen to and review.

Unique, Fun, Clean Family Fantasy

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes! Fun adventure, lovable characters, great world building and character development.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Too many to choose one. Sadie is relatable, Sophie is adorable, Brady is brave, Brock is surprising. Still, I'm drawn to quirky old people, so Aunt Jules holds a special place in my heart. Of course, you can't forget all the amazing fantasy characters! The Gnomes are probably my favorite--small, but feisty!

What about Sarah Elizabeth Gerstenbergs performance did you like?

Sarah is the perfect voice for Sadie! She captures Sadie's personality, and even produces different voices for each character. I also loved the addition of sound effects; I haven't come across that very often in audio books, but I thought it was a nice touch.

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Title: Sweet as Honey

Subtitle: Honeybee Sisters, Book 1

Author: Jennifer Beckstrand

Narrator: Amy Melissa Bentley

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 37 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-13-16

Publisher: Tantor Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 55 votes

Genres: Fiction, Religious & Inspirational

Publisher's Summary:

Though she has blossomed into a beauty, Lily Christner doesn't really believe it. Deep down she still feels like a lonely, gawky teenager. Maybe that's why she's all but promised herself to Paul Glick, the one boy who never teased her in her awkward girlhood, unlike Dan Kanagy, whose creative name-calling left her in tears many a time.

Now he's back in town after two years away and being surprisingly sweet - making Lily unsettlingly yet deliciously nervous. It seems Dan wants Lily's forgiveness...and her heart. But can he convince her - not to mention her protective schwesters and aendi - that despite the past, her future lies with him?

Critic Reviews:

"Sweet as Honey is a warm, wonderful book filled with delightful characters, humor and tenderness." (RaeAnne Thayne, author of Snow Angel Cove)

Members Reviews:

Great Book, can't wait to read the next one.

Great Book, can't wait to read the next one. Downloading now. Hopefully many more from this author.

repetitive mispronunciations

the authors vocabulary was stilted and younger than my reading level her storyline was Fair

Narrator needs Deutsch lessons

What made the experience of listening to Sweet as Honey the most enjoyable?

The story line was excellent.

What did you like best about this story?

The author made the characters seem real.

Did the narration match the pace of the story?

The narration was a bit annoying because she mispronounced so many of the Deutsch words....for instance, "Die" is not pronounced as the act of dying, but "dee" and it was infuriating every time she used the word. Several times I had to turn the book off because I couldn't deal with it.

Any additional comments?

I loved the story, but the narration was something else.

Good read

The story was good,fun and entertaining. I got a little bored with the narrator. She seemed to drag on at times. I will order the rest of the series though.

fun

some amish/germanic work inconsistent and mispronounced. however fun and lively atory. loved it. i felt like I was there with them. fun read