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Title: Forbidden

Author: Suzanne Brockmann

Narrator: Traci Svendsgaard

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 14 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-19-07

Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 143 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

When Kayla Grey is caught in a fierce snowstorm in Montana, she is rescued by the very man she'd come to find. Cal was a true cowboy and also the brother of the man who'd wanted to marry her. But she didn't discover that until too late - after they'd kissed by a roaring fire and Kayla felt a desire she'd never known.

©1997 Suzanne Brockmann; (P)2007 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Members Reviews:

Short and tense

I got this book for a short, inexpensive romance fix - and it fit the bill perfectly. The narrator was above average, which to me is a big part of the audio book experience. The story kept me on the edge of my seat - it's romance, after all, and romance always has a happy ending, doesn't it? Although I had some ideas on how it could turn out, the author had me guessing til the very end how in the world the hero and heroine would ever get their happy ending in this situation. I started it over from the beginning, just to hear it all over again.

Ugh!

I like the troubleshooter series so I thought I would try another one in a different setting. Wrong! Every two minutes some one was crying or repeating in their head how much they adored the other one. The narration was sappy and breathless. I knew there was a plot in there but it was hidden.

Not worth a credit!!

Let me say this, I love Suzanne Brockmann. I've enjoyed many of her books. Just not this one. This story was written a long time ago, and I found it, dear I say it, boring!! Story was old, premise was old and trite. If you want a "contemporary read" this would NOT be it.

Too Rushed

This book had a good story to it, but it was too rushed. It didn't seem as if the author wanted to take her time in creating the story to a fuller extent. It was disappointing and not worth the money to me.

Good, but not great

For a Suzanne Brockmann story, this book was just ok. It didn't quite pack the punch of her Troubleshooters series, and perhaps this is an unfair comparison. However, once an author shows what they are capable of, it's hard to accept less. The characters and storyline of this book were kind of unremarkable, but likable enough. I'd recommend giving it a try.

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Title: The Perfect Score

Author: Julie Kenner

Narrator: Elenna Stauffer

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 40 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-02-06

Publisher: Harlequin Books S.A.

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 172 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Mattie Brown has always prided herself at excelling at everything. And that's why it's killing her that she scored only 18% on a sex test! But she isn't going to take it lying down. (Well, maybe she will, but that's beside the point.) Her plan is to proposition Cullen Slater, the neighborhood stud, for some hands-on instruction in how to make her sex life sizzle. Too bad it's her cute, nice-guy neighbor Mike Peterson who's lighting her fire!

Members Reviews:

Comical Funny Romance

I actually really enjoyed this audio. It made me laugh out loud on some parts. The storyline was enjoyable and very light hearted.

And it all started in the laundry room!

No seriously ...

Who thought laundry rooms could change your view of everything ...

Yeah Dryers?

I am a complete Nerd, right down to my Star Wars references. I understand Maddie's obsession with scoring high on all tests no matter what the title. Also, I am a huge Mike Peterson fan from the start. She is infatuated with Cullin Slater and the object of helping her increase her score and get her career off the ground at the same time. The witty banter between Maddie and Mike kept me amused. But it was the intricate ways and descriptions of how she brought up her slut score that made me love .... OK lust for more. This is a nice piece of junk food that will inspire you to increase your slut score too!

Geeks Rule ... Just Saying

Ok for what it is...

I've read a lot of this type of book and this is pretty much the same formula. The narration was good, the story was pretty good. I wouldn't listen to it again, but it wasn't bad.

Pamela B.

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

I enjoyed the story. It had a good flow. It was something I would have done. You know a girl can't go down like that with that score. It made me smile, laugh and miss my twenties.

How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable?

I liked things just as it was.

Would you listen to another book narrated by Elenna Stauffer?

I would like to read more from this author.

Do you think The Perfect Score needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

Oh yes! We have to know about the show and how things turned out with her sister and the model.

Any additional comments?

n/a

A Little Shallow

Overall I did enjoy the book but it was definitely not one of my top reads. It had some slow sections and at times I was wishing the book was over.

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Title: The Last White Knight

Author: Tami Hoag

Narrator: Lynn Sharrott

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 20 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-28-06

Publisher: Random House Audio

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 56 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Allegedly, he's come to defend Lynn from angry locals who don't want her home for delinquent girls in their neighborhood. But as far as Lynn is concerned, he's looking for a photo op, a chance to play the hero; the last thing either she or her troubled girls need.

What they need is understanding. Lynn knows teenage rebellion all too well. And she knows firsthand its heartbreaking price. She won't touch the good senator with a 10-foot pole only to watch him disappear once he gets what he wants. Unfortunately, Erik refuses to go away.

The moment Erik looks into her emerald eyes, his interest in work falls into serious competition with his interest in Lynn Shaw. Her rejection of his assistance only intrigues him further. He is determined to know her and to help her. If that means practically moving into Horizon House, so be it.

But as the two engage in a battle of hearts, it becomes clear that Lynn is waging a private war of her own, against demons of the past and against her overwhelming desire for the one man who may be worth fighting for.

Members Reviews:

definitely not at her best

this was very disappointing. she should stay away from romance novels...it dragged on so badly I didnt even finishi it.

Couldn't finish this!

I've enjoyed all the Tami Hoag books I've read / listened to up until this one. Her books always include some romantic elements, and they're usually pretty well-done but this one was so cheesy and over the top I just had to stop listening before the end. Perhaps it was written for a differnt audience than her other books -- like a Harlequin romance series?

Romance novel

If you want the usual Tami Hoag thriller, then don't get this book. I was very disappointed as this was nothing more than a romance novel.

Disappointing

What a disappointment after reading some great tami Hoag mysteries. This one was like a True Romance story. Yuck.

Soft Porn

Would you try another book from Tami Hoag and/or Lynn Sharrott?

I will pass on reading any another book from Tami Hoag. Too many other good authors out there to read.

What was most disappointing about Tami Hoags story?

Thin story line if any. I used to enjoy her detective stories.

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Title: Virtual Reality

Author: Joey W. Hill

Narrator: Suzy Lexington

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 10 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-15-13

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 28 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Mark is a reclusive dominant who confines his sexual interests strictly to the online world. On his routine afternoon ferry ride, he meets a woman who rouses the master in him, and the line snaps between the virtual and real worlds. She begs for him to take her over, and bring them both fulfillment and healing. He wants to refuse her but he finds himself agreeing to spend one day with her. It is a mistake, because the anger he holds inside is fully capable of destroying a soul as rare and beautiful as Nicole's. But no master, not even one as strong and disciplined as Mark, can resist the offer of a submissive who wants only one thing - to be his forever.

Editorial Reviews:

Virtual Reality introduces us to Mark and Nicole and tells us the story of two lost souls trying to find love in life. Mark usually prefers to exercise his love for sexual dominance online but all that changes when he meets Nicole on the ferry. Both erotic and heart wrenching, Suzy Lexington's performance is not to be missed. Lexington's sultry tone brings all of this erotic novel's most delectable scenes to life, filling her words with emotion until they overflow with passion, lust - and sometimes even love.

Members Reviews:

Not worth the money

I normally like this authors books , but this one was terrible..the story was bad ..I got to chapter 7 and couldn't listen anymore .. there was no real story and what there was of it was slow and never really got anywhere ...The characters were shallow I would guess would be a good word for it and not very interesting.I could have taken or left the narrator it really didn't matter since there wasn't any content to the book. .

Eeehhh!!!

Monotone At best is all I can say I think I have to pass on this couldn't get past chapter 7 either

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Title: Sweet Destiny

Author: Rochelle Alers

Narrator: Corey Allen

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 12 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-07-12

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 52 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

A winner of the Romantic Times Career Achievement Award and the Zora Neale Hurston Literary Award, best-selling author Rochelle Alers has penned over 60 novels and has over two million of her books in print. Sweet Destiny finds Dallas native Dr. Mia Eaton living unhappily in a West Virginia mining town. The only thing keeping her around is handsome sheriff Kenyon Chandler, whos doing everything he can to change this city slickers mind and get her to stay with him.

Members Reviews:

it was just a good listen.

If you could sum up Sweet Destiny in three words, what would they be?

wrap up series.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Mia she had her stuff together

What aspect of Corey Allens performance would you have changed?

so monotone it was dread full !

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

when he was stabbed

Cute book!

I really liked this book. The narration was lively and easy to follow. I enjoyed the story.

Loved it

When Mia had patched Kenneth up she had to shoot the lady in the hand!

The Sweetest of the Sweet!

If you could sum up Sweet Destiny in three words, what would they be?

Sweet bedtime story

Who was your favorite character and why?

Mia Eaton is my fav character. I liked the way the author portrayed her as beautiful, brainy and bold.

Which scene was your favorite?

My fav scene...... When Mia displays her shooting skills as well as her medical skills.

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

Yes and I did! This one is my fav out of the "Sweet"series (southern nights, persuasion). I am a fan of the Eaton Family series.

Grat read

Would you consider the audio edition of Sweet Destiny to be better than the print version?

HAVE NOT READ THE PRINTED VERSION, SO I CANNOT SAY WHETHER OR NOT THE AUDIO WAS BETTER.

What did you like best about this story?

I LIKED THAT THE STORY WENT A LONG AT A NICE PACE. IT WAS NOT RUSHED AND IT WAS NOT SHORT.

Have you listened to any of Corey Allens other performances before? How does this one compare?

THIS WAS MY FIRST TIME HEARING CORY ALLEN. IT WAS A NICE CHANGE OF PACE HEARING A MALE VOICE.

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

THIS BOOK HAD ME LAUGHING OUT LOUD AND CRYING AT CERTAIN SECENES, ESPECIALLY WHEN THE GRANDMOTHER WAS PREDICTING HIS FUTURE AND HE DID NOT LIKE IT.

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Title: A Week from Sunday

Author: Dorothy Garlock

Narrator: Renee Raudman

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 23 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-19-07

Publisher: Tantor Audio

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 35 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Drawn to the rugged Quinn and challenged by the interaction with the tavern patrons, she also must deal with an intractable foe: Quinn's housekeeper, who is scheming to become his wife. All the while, the spurned lawyer is following Adrianna's trail, determined to find her and force her to marry him.

Critic Reviews:

"The premier writer of Americana romance." (Booklist)

"Garlock's many readers will be satisfied by the triumph of good and love over evil and greed." (Publishers Weekly)

Members Reviews:

Boo Narrator

This is one of the all time worst narrators. Apparently to her, all male characters have scratchy voices. It irritated me all the way through the story. Male does not equate scratchy. Surely there is a more creative narrator out in the world with better ability.

Wanted: Narrator

This book HAS to be read again. The accents, inflections made for a painful experience. I wish I had read the reviews before purchasing.

Innacurate in many ways....

The story is interesting, but I had a hard time listening to the narrator. This was the worst attempt at cajun dialogue that I have ever heard. Having spent 17 years in south Louisiana, I was appalled at this attempt. This narrator had the cajuns in this story sounding like backwoods mountain characters with a 3rd grade education. Her attempt to replicate the cajun patois was way off the mark.

I normally like the writings of Dorothy Garlock, but the innacuracies in this story were glaringly apparent. For example, North La. is the home of lumber mills and pine forests used for logging. South La. is the home of cajuns and in 1930's So. La. there wasn't a lot of mixing between the people of So. La. and the people of North La. Since interstate highways hadn't been built yet, people stayed in the area where they were raised--geographically close to their extended families. It was not at all like the cultural melting pot we see today. I still can't figure out where this fictional town is supposed to be located because of this irregularity.

Also, the author mixes up a lot of the Acadian/cajun dialect with Parisian French dialect. For example, the cajun people of So. La. do speak cajun french, but it is far different from the french spoken in France. There are a lot of regional phrases that are used in So. La. that would never be used in France. Conversely, things that would sound normal in France, would never be said in South La. Those are the things that kept showing up in this story. The character of Gabe is not believable in this story because of his language. For example, Gabe calls Adrianna "mademoiselle" many times in this story. In reality, he might call her "Cherie" or "Cher" (pronounced Sha), but never mademmoiselle. Next time someone wants to write a story about cajuns, I highly recommend that they talk to authentic cajuns before starting.

That said, I still enjoyed it.

Not recommended

Honestly, this has to be one of the most painful experiences with audio books. I liked the narration, but the voice she used for the heroine was weak and very immature sounding. The heroine has some backbone to make her getaway at the beginning of the book, but it's all down hill from there.

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Title: A Family for the Rugged Rancher

Author: Donna Alward

Narrator: Tom Stechschulte

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 51 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-24-12

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Gruff rancher Luke Evans' new live-in housekeeper comes with an unexpected addition...a small son! Emily may be pretty - and even Luke has to grudgingly admit little Sam's quite cute - but a family is not on this die-hard bachelor's wish list! Luke's plan? To spend as much time away from the house as possible. But, slowly charmed by Emily's sunny smile and Sam's infectious giggle, Luke begins to wonder if there might be room on his ranch - and in his heart - for a family after all....

Members Reviews:

Narrator should not do romance

Listening to this audio book was painful. The narrator was not good and ruined the story for me. His voice just isn't cut out for the whole romance thing. Maybe non-fiction or something equally dry and unemotional.

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Title: Tender Savage

Author: Iris Johansen

Narrator: Susan Boyce

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 59 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-27-10

Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 28 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Lara Clavel has come to the Caribbean prepared to risk her life to free Ricardo Lazaro, legendary poet-warrior and rebel leader. Once in his cramped cell, she feels a savage desire to be possessed by him, and Ricardo is trapped by circumstance into taking all that this golden angel offers.

Members Reviews:

Another Tender Caribbean Romance - Johansen LITE

I have learned to love Iris Johansen's romances (I've listed some of my favorites at the bottom of this review). One thing many have in common is wonderfully complex plots, multifaceted characters and exotic locales. I loved this story, and like the related story, ONE TOUCH OF TOPAZ, it takes place in the Caribbean. While I recommend it, I cannot give it 5 stars because like TOPAZ, it's lacking some meat in my mind. That is, I wanted more story, more plot, more of what Iris Johansen delivers so well. 277 pages just wasn't enough.

Lara Clavel, an American, is out to make sure her twin brother Brett isn't wounded again, or worse, in the fight for freedom of St. Pierre, a Caribbean island country (fictional). So she agrees to risk her life to save the life of the poet warrior who is the rebel leader, Ricardo Lazaro. She agrees to purposefully get caught and taken to the dreadful Abbey prison where he is being held and the guards use her to try and get to him, forcing Lazaro to take her virginity. In the process, Ricardo falls in love with her. Once free, he does not intend to let her go. Then suddenly all that changes...

Don't get me wrong. This is a well-written romance by one of the greats. But there could have been so much more story. I didn't want it to end so soon. So, if you're looking for a quick read that won't disappoint, get this one--and the related one, ONE TOUCH OF TOPAZ (I'd read it first). But if you like her very complex stories, you might want to consider her other historical novels that I believe justify 5 stars:

--The Wind Dancer series: The Wind Dancer, Storm Winds, and Reap the Wind (buy the 1991 version of this last one) and there's a 4th, Final Target I've not read (for which the reviews are not as good)

--The Beloved Scoundrel

--The Magnificent Rogue

--The first in the Sedikhan Series: The Golden Barbarian

Now a Reprint - BE WARNED!

I bought this book back before it was reprinted. Now it is reprinted and going for sale at $7.99 so be warned!

Ricardo Lazaro, legendary poet-warrior and rebel leader of Saint Pierre, had been captured saving her brother, and Lara Clavel had come to the Caribbean island ready to risk her life to free him. She knew the rescue plan would work only if she persuaded his jailer that the powerful freedom fighter had fallen in love with her...but once she faced the daring man of danger in his cramped cell she felt a savage desire to be possessed, to be bound to him in every way a man and woman could be! Ricardo was desperate to spare this golden angel any pain her brave act might cost, but he was wild with desire - and trapped by circumstance into taking all she offered. Only his strength had kept him alive through years of war...until Lara's sweet fire made him remember what the struggle had taken away.

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Title: Doorstep Twins

Author: Rebecca Winters

Narrator: Eliza Foss

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 55 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-29-12

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Romantic Times Reviewers Choice Award winner Rebecca Winters has been named the Utah Writer of the Year. In this captivating romantic tale, Gabi Turner travels to the Greek island of Milos to find Andreas, the father of her late sisters twin babies. Andreas Simonides is a powerful businessman who soon takes to caring for the twins and to Gabi herself. But he harbors a secret - the true identity of the childrens father.

Members Reviews:

Charming story

I'll echo what everyone else has already said and say that this is a charming romance. The H was unbelievably honourable and the h was a genuinely good person. If you're looking for a light story without loads of angst and sex, you'll enjoy this one

Such and AWESOME BOOK !!!!!!!!!

I was not able to put this book down, I read from start to finish in 24 hours AWESOME, AWESOME BOOK. The whole time I read the book never did I get bored if anything one minute I was laughing then crying. These (with out giving away the the book) kept you on you're toes. You never new what was going to happen. I LOVED THIS BOOK, THE AUTHOR DID AN AWESOME JOB!!!!!!!! I hope you enjoy it as much as I did, Happy Reading.......

I love this story

excellent book super I just enjoy it so much I love the story I loved it loved it loved it

Good story

Intesting read. Good story line

A Sure Fire Winner

First of all, the title is deceiving - the twins were never left on a doorstep or anything similar. This is the first novel of a two-book set. I recommend reading this book before reading ACCIDENTALY PREGNANT because it will enhance the reading experience of the second novel.

Gabi Turner is a successful advertising executive. Her Greek half sister, Thea, while celebrating a divorce from an unscrupulous Greek businessman, drinks a little too much and ends up having a one night affair with a man she believes to be Andreas Simonides, the CEO of the very large and successful Simonides Corporation. To prevent a disastrous scandal she refuses to disclose his name. During her pregnancy she develops a heart condition so she finally tells her sister, Gabi the father is Andreas Simonides. A few months after Thea dies during childbirth, Gabi makes contact with Andreas and tells him of his two twin boys. Her intent is to clear the way so she can adopt the boys without undermining Andreas' parental rights.

Ms. Winters takes this scenario and crafts a heartwarming story about unselfish and supportive people rising to the occasion and do the right thing for these two young boys. Mix in the fact that the actual father is not Andreas the bachelor, but is Leon, Andreas' married twin brother. Add the fact that, allthough Leon really loves his wife, on the same day he meets Thea, he learns his wife wants a permanent separation. Leon is emotionally decimated and also drinks too much. Then consider how very much Gabi has come to love the boys while, at the same time, she is working to hand them off to their biological father. Finally, as if that were not enough, she learns that Andreas, the man she has come to love with every fiber of her being, is expected to announce his engagement to his long time girl friend at almost any moment.

The twists and turns of the plot, the larger than life and very well developed characters of this novel keep the reader's interest riveted to the pages. I thought I had everything figured out several times, only to be surprised again and again.

The only distraction I have with Ms.

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Title: Gold Digger

Author: Aleksandr Voinov

Narrator: Alexander Masters

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 27 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-15-15

Publisher: 44 Raccoons LTD

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 18 votes

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Nikolai Krasnorada leads the life of a corporate nomad. Working for a gold explorations company, he's never put down roots, and he likes it that way. Roots can be dangerous, as everyone from his "man-hating" sister to his manipulative mother to his war-traumatized father has proven.

But when his CEO sends him to Toronto to strike a deal with LeBeau Mining, Nikolai meets Henri LeBeau, crown prince to the resources conglomerate and inveterate flirt. Sparks fly immediately, despite the business deal that threatens to go sour and Nikolai's own reluctance to give Henri false hope about him being Mr. Right. He's barely come to terms with his bisexuality, and getting involved with Henri would get messy.

When LeBeau Mining launches a hostile takeover bid, Nikolai and Henri find themselves on opposite sides of the negotiating table. But fortunately - or perhaps unfortunately - for Nikolai, Henri's not nearly as interested in his company as he is in his heart.

Members Reviews:

Goodbye Special Forces :)

This story is like a glass of cold milk after a spicy meal. Went through so many emotions with SF, but it was nice get a bit more of some of the characters. Granted Dan wasn't in the book, but all in all a great read for SF fans.

Powerful and hot!

Would you consider the audio edition of Gold Digger to be better than the print version?

I don't know, but the audio-narration is so British and powerful!

What does Alexander Masters bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you had only read the book?

Life!

Any additional comments?

I did not read Aleksandr Voinovs Special Forces series yet, and I'll not make any parallels with its glorious predecessors. Apparently, there were some flashbacks of Vadim's past that I felt a need to know more, but it's all on my account.Thiss not all about business and hot monkey sex, thought there are lots of them. This's just to begin with.The story is about Nicolay's exploration of a sexual relationship and developing a deeper bong and probably then a commitment. It's about his choice whether to betraying someone whos been nothing but good to him. There is also conflict over the business dealings and a lesson about the father-son relationship.