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Title: Epilogue

Subtitle: The Dark Duet: Book 3

Author: CJ Roberts

Narrator: Anthony Elmer

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 35 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-30-14

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 358 votes

Genres: Romance, Suspense

Publisher's Summary:

Im writing this because you begged. You know how I love the begging. In fact, you probably know too many things and know them far too well. Who am I? Well, thats what Im trying to figure out. I was a whore in my youth, a killer since my adolescence, and a monster as a man. I am the man who kidnapped Livvie. I am the man who held her in a dark room for weeks. But, most importantly, I am the man she loves. She loves me. Its quite sick, isnt it? Of course, theres more to our story than can be surmised in a few short sentences, but Im at a loss for justifying my behavior back then. I assume if youre reading this, I dont need to make those justifications. Youve already made your own. Youre reading this because you want to know about the rest of the story. You want to know what happened that warm summer night in September of 2010, the night I met Livvie at The Paseo. It was the night my life changed all over again. It didnt happen exactly as Livvie said. Shes been very kind to me in the retelling of our story. The truth is far morecomplicated.

Members Reviews:

Another good story ruined by the narrator

This narrator was like listening to a robot read a text book. There was no emotion whatsoever and no change from one character to the next. Definitely not a good choice for a romance/erotic story. This was a great conclusion to the series and I enjoyed the POV of Caleb but the narration just ruined it for me. If you enjoyed the first two books do yourself a favor and skip the audio - get the print version instead.

Different story

The accent that was introduced in the first two books is missing in this book and this makes it hard to believe it's a sequel. TERRIBLE.

A disappontment

I loved the first two and listened/read (did whisper sync) both, but I just couldn't get into this one. I think part of it was the voice just didn't fit what I had in my head for the character and part of it was that the story was pretty good being over after book two.

Good moments, but overall lacking

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

No. I think I would have preferred reading this one, but overall, the tone of Epilogue was juvenile and it didn't match the first two books in the series. It felt like a quickly written response to fans who wanted more from a story that had ended so well already in the Duet.

What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting?

I liked a few of the tender moments. I liked finding out what happened in the gap between the end and the epilogue of Seduced in the Dark.

The least interesting is Epilogue's epilogue 2.0--it is the most juvenile of juvenile commentary in the book.

Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Anthony Elmer?

Let me say this first--I think Anthony Elmer has a good voice. I think he would bode well with comedy, or even the Brothers In Arms series. As Caleb/James, not so much. Another point in his favor is that I think the actual writing lent itself to a bubblegum interpretation.

Mostly though, he needed the accent that Emily Durante, or anyone who could do it justice, could portray. He read way too fast, and the characters seemed way more comical than the serious ones we had grown accustomed to in the Duet. If he'd read with more even pace and sensuality, I think I would have been able to overlook the missing accent (some).

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Title: Twenty-Nine and a Half Reasons

Subtitle: Rose Gardner Mystery #2

Author: Denise Grover Swank

Narrator: Frances Fuller

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 9 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-16-14

Publisher: Bramagioia Enterprises

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 365 votes

Genres: Romance, Suspense

Publisher's Summary:

When Rose reports for Fenton County jury duty she figures she's lucky to get out of a morning working at the DMV. Instead, despite a disastrous encounter with the new assistant district attorney, Mason Deveraux, she's picked as a juror on a murder case. As the trial progresses, she realizes an ominous vision she had in the men's restroom proves the defendant is innocent. And there's not a cotton picking thing she can do about it.

Or is there?

As if things weren't bad enough, Rose's older sister Violet is going through a mid-life crisis. Violet insists that Rose stop seeing her sexy new boyfriend, Arkansas state detective Joe Simmons, and date other men. Rose is done letting people boss her around, but she can't commit to Joe either. Still, Rose isn't about to let the best thing in her life slip away.

Members Reviews:

Good for the genre

This second book in the Rose Gardner series is good for the niche into which it falls in the "cosy" genre (plucky small town heroine investigates in her own and gets herself into hilarious trouble). This type of book often seems too "precious," but the author rides the line well. The narrator's twang no longer grates as it did with the first book, but I was distracted by mistakes, such as one time when she said "detective" when "defendant" was clearly meant, and mispronunciations ("incarcenation" instead of "incarceration").

Meh, Leaves Something to Be Desired

This wasn't nearly as interesting or engaging as the first book. The narrator speaks at about a quarter of the speed and mispronounces a ton of words, if not uses the wrong ones altogether. The story seems a bit forced. I'm not sure I'll continue the series.

CUTE ROMANTIC SUSPENSE

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

Yes. It's a light and frothy romantic suspense that doesn't require too much concentration. It's enjoyable and entertaining.

What other book might you compare Twenty-Nine and a Half Reasons to and why?

Most Janet Evanovich books.

Which character as performed by Frances Fuller was your favorite?

Rose - she's a lovable airhead.

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

No, it was enjoyable not heart-wrenching.

Amazing Series

This is a fast paced series. No luls or struggling to get through.

As a matter of fact, it's very hard to make yourself take a break from listening or reading.

This is a highly addictive series with good strong characters, laugh out loud situations, crying out loud moments and edge of your seat drama unfolding time and time again.

I love Rose...she's funny and fun, maddening and goofy, brave and reckless, innocent and inventive and just plain interesting.

wonderful narration too!

Meaningless Apologies

Her stories are very entertaining, however, naiveté will only last for so long b4 her behavior jus comes across as a plot mechanism to get her in trouble in order 2b rescued. Knowingly causing loved ones 2 worry, then a useless apology after the act is dishonest & manipulative.

I'd still recommend the series and will read the 3rd bk but I really hope the author plans on having Rose use common sense when deliberating her future actions.

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Title: Relentless Pursuit

Author: Kathleen Brooks

Narrator: Eric G. Dove

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 21 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-08-14

Publisher: Laurens Publishing

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 298 votes

Genres: Romance, Suspense

Publisher's Summary:

Pierce Davies watched as his older siblings fell in love - something this bachelor was not ready for. After all, he was now the most eligible man in all of Keeneston! Though Pierce enjoys the playboy lifestyle, his life is his work and that hard work is set to pay off big time with the unveiling of a big secret. However, this work hard, play hard attitude may have also landed him in hot water as he finds himself arrested for a brutal murder with all evidence pointing to him.

Tammy Fields has been suffering from the crush to end all crushes. But her flirtations have fallen short as Pierce Davies always ended up in the arms of a Keeneston Belle. Having waited long enough, Tammy decides now is the time to grow up and move on. She has a good job as a paralegal and a hot new boyfriend. But everything changes quickly when Pierce is arrested and Tammy is called upon to help with his case. While working closely with Pierce to prove his innocence, she realizes her crush is something far more meaningful as she risks everything to save him.

Will they finally find love or will the increasing danger prevent their happily ever after.

Members Reviews:

A great Suspenseful Romance Novel

Where does Relentless Pursuit rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far?

I love Kathleen Brooks Bluegrass Series. Her books are suspenseful romance novels. I think in that genre, she's the best.

What did you like best about this story?

The plot was different than the normal boy meets girl. I appreciated that while suspenseful, her books aren't scary.

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

The Rose sisters do make me laugh.

Another great Kathleen Brook's book

I love the series. I love the narrator. (I will be looking for more books by him) This book was everything I expect from Kathleen Brooks. She has become one of my favorite authors.

excellent

This one is my favourite of the series! Tammy and Pierce rock and Ahmed yum!

never again

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

Book starts ok then it ends without a ending just so you can purchase another book

Terrible Narration

Could not enjoy the book, due to the narration. The female voices were so bad I could not finish it.

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Title: River Road

Author: Jayne Ann Krentz

Narrator: Amanda Leigh Cobb

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 53 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-07-14

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 623 votes

Genres: Romance, Suspense

Publisher's Summary:

It's been thirteen years since Lucy Sheridan was in Summer River. The last time she visited her aunt Sara there, as a teenager, she'd been sent home suddenly after being dragged out of a wild party - by the guy she had a crush on, just to make it more embarrassing.

Obviously Mason Fletcher - only a few years older but somehow a lot more of a grown-up - was the overprotective type who thought he had to come to her rescue. Now, returning after her aunt' s fatal car accident, Lucy is learning there was more to the story than she realized at the time. Mason had saved her from a very nasty crime that night - and soon afterward, Tristan, the cold-blooded rich kid who'd targeted her, disappeared mysteriously, his body never found.

A lot has changed in thirteen years. Lucy now works for a private investigation firm as a forensic genealogist, while Mason has quit the police force to run a successful security firm with his brother - though he still knows his way around a wrench when he fills in at his uncle' s local hardware store. Even Summer River has changed, from a sleepy farm town into a trendy upscale spot in California' s wine country.

But Mason is still a protector at heart, a serious (and seriously attractive) man. And when he and Lucy make a shocking discovery inside Sara' s house, and some of Tristan' s old friends start acting suspicious, Mason' s quietly fierce instincts kick into gear. He saved Lucy once, and he' ll save her again. But this time, she insists on playing a role in her own rescue.

Members Reviews:

Bad narrator, cookie cutter story

The story was formulaic, cheesy and tedious; not up to JAK standards, by any means. Throw in a narrator who is so bad, you can't tell which character is talking, male or female. She didn't even try to lower her pitch for the male voices. I will add this narrator to the bad reader list. Don't waste your credit.

Horrible Narrator!

I couldn't finish this one the narrator basically just read the book. No.....anything, Shame because I love Jayne Ann Krentz.

Fine Narrator, Bad DIRECTION

The narrator isn't bad, but her voice didn't change much, it's true. But, listen up, haters: I happen to know for a fact that she was DIRECTED not to change her voice too much. That's right! If you listen to any of her other work - Brass and Bone (with a British male narrator for half of the novel), Never Say Never (with African American male voices), or her books with male vampires, it is OBVIOUS that she has the ability.

In this case, the narrator's DIRECTION was wrong. They have to do what they are told to do in the booth. And I know what she was told.

As for the story, I liked it. Although I was certain that the aunt's story (no spoiler alerts here) was going to be even more involved or gruesome. And I really thought that the evil young guy might come back and wasn't really dead at all at first!

Good story, but give the narrator a break. Put the blame where it belongs - on the engineer/director, in this case.

Worth the wait

If you could sum up River Road in three words, what would they be?

Jayne Ann Krentz enough said

Any additional comments?

Amanda Cobb took some getting used to. I had a hard time telling which character she was speaking for at certain times and it got slightly confusing a couple times.

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Title: Tuesday's Child

Author: Dale Mayer

Narrator: Kellie Kamryn

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 32 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-09-13

Publisher: The Killion Group

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 53 votes

Genres: Romance, Suspense

Publisher's Summary:

Shunned and ridiculed all her life for something she can't control, Samantha Blair hides her psychic abilities and lives on the fringes of society. Against her will, however, she's tapped into a killer - or rather, his victims. Each woman's murder, blow-by-blow, ravages her mind until their death releases her back to her body. Sam knows she must go to the authorities, but will the rugged, no-nonsense detective in charge of tracking down the killer believe her?

Detective Brandt Sutherland only trusts hard evidence, yet Sam's visions offer clues he needs to catch a killer. The more he learns about her incredible abilities, however, the clearer it becomes that Sam's visions have put her in the killer's line of fire. Now Brandt must save her from something he cannot see or understand...and risk losing his heart in the process. As danger and desire collide, passion raises the stakes in a game Sam and Brandt don't dare lose.

Members Reviews:

Decent Storyline - Terrible Narration

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

It was tedious at times because the narration was so poor - as well as the quality of the recording.

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

A talented narrator and higher quality production. The story itself was good - I just struggled with listening to it. I would have better off reading this one.

Would you be willing to try another one of Kellie Kamryns performances?

Absolutely not. Tedious and annoying.

Could you see Tuesday's Child being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?

No

Any additional comments?

Average story - this could have been much more enjoyable with a skilled narration.

Oh woe is Samantha

Any additional comments?

So I'm over halfway through the book and the only thing I know for sure is that I'll get a continuous running commentary of Sam's bumps, bruises, cuts, headaches, and every bite of food she eats. I'm told she is strong and independent but I'm shown that she is needy and can't seem to learn how to manage her abilities. I decided to skip to the last three chapters and did not find any surprises or changes. Narration was terrible.

Great story, narration is not

Although the story is great the narrator is very bland,there was no variance between male and female characters.

This Could Have Been Better!

Would you try another book from Dale Mayer and/or Kellie Kamryn?

Dale yes, but read by Kellie... Doubt it! Her voice is slow and boring and makes me want to fall asleep. This book could have came alive if they had picked someone better! The long pauses too between chapters... Stupid! There is a pause and then there is this books pause and its unreal how long it is! Sad tho, I see they stayed with this reader for the next book and the next.... Good luck!

What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting?

The preview I read drew me to the book. Nothing wrong with that.

What didnt you like about Kellie Kamryns performance?

Re-read first comment, its all there!

Was Tuesday's Child worth the listening time?

It could have been better!

1st book with this author

Because I like paranormal books, I tried this author. I'd would have liked more background on the characters. The story moved a little slow, but was still a good story. I will be trying another by this author.

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Title: False Pretenses

Author: Catherine Coulter

Narrator: Renee Raudman, Paul Costanzo

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12 hrs

Language: English

Release date: 01-11-13

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 189 votes

Genres: Romance, Suspense

Publisher's Summary:

Meet Elizabeth Carleton, a fascinating woman who is not only a famous concert pianist, but is also married to a wealthy international business tycoon, Timothy Carleton. She is the envy of all until her perfect life falls apart literally in a heartbeat: Timothy Carleton is stabbed in the chest with an ice pick and Elizabeth is accused of his murder. Things rapidly go from bad to worse until a surprise witness appears to give her an airtight alibi. The jury finds her not guilty. The only thing is: Shes never met the man who testified on her behalf. What does he want? There is also her late husbands family, who are out to destroy her. On top of everything else, Elizabeth is expected to take over the financial empire her husband left behind. Then three men suddenly appear in her life. Can she trust any of them? Or is one of them a murderer?

©2000 Catherine Coulter (P)2013 Brilliance Audio, Inc.

Members Reviews:

False Interpretation

Would you try another book from Catherine Coulter and/or Renee Raudman and Paul Costanzo ?

I like the author's storyline, however, it was ruined by the rote, meaningless interpretation of feelings by Paul Costanzo. His reading did not give depth to the characters as an audio book should.

What did you like best about this story?

I expected the twist to have another twist, but it delivered a good ending anyways. In the end, good triumphs over evil.

How did the narrator detract from the book?

The female role was executed well. The male role left MUCH to be desired.

Any additional comments?

While the story was very good, I personally don't need nor care for explicit details between the escapades of the characters. It really adds NOTHING to the story. A warning about such material in the synopsis would be helpful.

Not her best work

the plot was incredibly predictable; the narrator was monotone and sounded like he was reading right out of the book with absolutely no affectation in his voice.

Worst narrative I've ever heard.

What a let down

This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more?

The only people that might enjoy this book are people that enjoy stereotype plots and low-level narrators.

What was most disappointing about Catherine Coulters story?

The plot. Totally predictible. The characters - superficial.

Would you be willing to try another one of Renee Raudman and Paul Costanzo s performances?

never. The male narrarator sounded like a 1950's radio announcer reading lines. Costanzo's lack of connection to the emotions of the characters in their situations was even more boring than the plot itself. Even the romance scenes sounded like Paul didn't even know his guy was getting aroused. His character might as well have been grocery shopping for all the interest that Costanzo put in his voice. He would do well to listen to other male narrators that know how to engage the listener and make their characters come alive.

Renee wasn't as bad.

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

boredom and anoyance for wasting my time and money on this book. The plot was just based on the steoreotypical female in a man's world plot that didn't go any further than the superficial level. Totally predictible.

overall great story keeps you guessing BUT way

too much explicit sex. it doesn't Need such detail.

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Title: Vanished

Subtitle: Private Justice, Book 1

Author: Irene Hannon

Narrator: Celeste Ciulla

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 26 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-11-13

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 279 votes

Genres: Romance, Suspense

Publisher's Summary:

The best-selling author of more than 35 novels, Irene Hannon has garnered two RITA Awards and a slew of other honors. Vanished, the first book in the Private Justice series, follows reporter Moira Harrisons, who strikes a pedestrian while driving late one night on a wooded road. Dazed from the crash, Moira sees a second man appear at her window and assure her everything will be all right - but then she passes out. When Moira wakes, both men are gone, and a mystery awaits.

Members Reviews:

A gripping story

This story held my interest from the beginning, despite the rather lame accents the narrator used on occasion. I will definitely look for more by this author.

Fire the narrator - Celeste Ciulla

Irene Hannon writes stories with amazing credible mysteries , crime scene and a touch of romance.Clean and inspiring.

Celeste ciulla should not narrate these stories. Had I not already been familiar with Hannons stories, I would have never finished it.

The narrator sucked, she was obviously not familiar with the story as she lacked the ability to bring the characters to life, and failed to act out the characters. Don't use her again.

Good...but

What did you love best about Vanished?

The story line was okay. A bit predictible, but interesting.

Would you be willing to try another book from Irene Hannon? Why or why not?

Yes. It wasn't too bad. Passes the time.

How did the narrator detract from the book?

The narrator is the main reason I'm leaving a review. As a person, I'm sure that she's lovely, and she has a great voice. BUT she pauses in all the wrong places and the voices she uses for different characters just doesn't fit. It just doesn't flow and can be very annoying.

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

Nope.

Any additional comments?

Good book, not so good narrator.

Very exciting

Loved this romantic suspense, it was extremely well written and kept me on the edge of my seat. The narrator was excellent as well and really added to the story.

Story is good. Narrator...not so much.

I like Irene Hannon's stories and was glad to see a new one was available. I wish I had bought the print version instead of the Audible recording. While I found the story good, the narration was not. More than once I turned it off and considered returning it. I'm not sure how to discribe what I so disliked. Celeste Ciulla does not do male voices well and there were many times that I wasn't sure which character was speaking. The thing that really annoyed me was her inflection and emphasis. Many times she sounded like a fifth grader that the teacher warned to watch puncuation and to add emotion when you read. Ms. Ciulla is not whiney or shrill, just flat with force emotion. On the whole the narrator ruined this listen for me. She is certainly not the worst I've heard but I will think twice about using a credit on another of her performances.

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Title: Dying to Tell

Subtitle: A Slaughter Creek Novel, Book 1

Author: Rita Herron

Narrator: Tanya Eby

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 11 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-25-12

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 485 votes

Genres: Romance, Suspense

Publisher's Summary:

What happened to Sadie Nettletons twin sister at the psychiatric hospital all those years ago?

Sadie Nettleton fled Slaughter Creek ten years ago, leaving behind the only home shed ever known - and the only man she ever loved. Unable to cope with her sister's madness, or the terrible secret she and her sister share, Sadie swore never to return. But when her grandfather is murdered, and her sister charged with the crime, Sadie has no choice but to come back and face the ghosts of the past... For Sheriff Jake Blackwood, time has not dimmed the love he felt for Sadie Nettleton - or the pain of her leaving. Now that shes back, hes determined to help her uncover the truth about her grandfathers death and what happened to her sister at the asylum. As their investigation leads them deeper into a world of secrets, lies, and betrayal in Slaughter Creek, Sadie becomes the target of a madman who will do anything to keep the truth buried. Jake would give his life to protect Sadie. But can he again risk giving her his heart?

Members Reviews:

Is this a book for adults?

I haven't finished listening to this book, but there is something I just have to say.

The writing, especially the romance, was very juvenile. I rolled my eyes so many times over the romantic thoughts going through the characters' heads I'm surprised I can still see. I kept asking if these were really adults. In checking out the author, I can see that she's an adult. So, why are her characters so immature?

The author also repeats things over and over. Guess what? I'm a reasonably intelligent adult who doesn't need to be bashed over the head with the same details you just mentioned in the last chapter. And the chapter before that. And the paragraph before that.

The narrator did an excellent job. I'm going to search out more books by her.

More twists and turns than a mountain road!

In Dying to Tell no one is the person he/she appears to be and nothing is as it first seems. The story, centering around multiple personality disorder, is actually quite good. Its is a very good suspense/action thriller. It is an excellent psychological thriller. It is also a romance novel with two horribly written sex scenes apparently flowing from the distant memory of an old lady who forgot what it was like.

I would give the novel 4 or 5 stars based on the quality of the story were it not for the pathetically clumsy writing of the sex scenes.

Not what I expected - Mystery, not romance

Not what I expected, definitely not. I was expecting a romance with some mystery and instead this is a mystery with some romance. The H/h circle each other endlessly (while the mystery plays out) and the final chapter is where they really come together as a couple. Too little, too late for my taste. If the romance portion of the book had been a little more developed, I would have given it another star. I'm thinking of books like Dream Man by Linda Howard, for example.

***SPOILERS***

I also had a few plot issues - overall, the mystery is well developed but it starts to get sloppy toward the end. Jake and his brother Nick are both law enforcement and are both representing their agencies (County Sheriff and FBI) in the investigation of their father's case.

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Title: No Place to Run

Subtitle: A KGI Novel, Book 2

Author: Maya Banks

Narrator: Harry Berkeley

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 47 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-14-12

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 684 votes

Genres: Romance, Suspense

Publisher's Summary:

The last person Sam Kelly expected to save was Sophie Lundgren. Once they shared a brief, intense affair while Sam was undercover and then she vanished. She's spent the last few months on the run, knowing that any mistake would cost her both her life and that of their unborn child. Now she's resurfaced with a warning for Sam: this time, he's the one in danger.

Members Reviews:

Just Keeps Getting Better!!

I love this series! Sam & Sophie are Sweet and Sexy! I love that Sam is so tough but she brings out his super sensitive side too!! The narrator does an amazing job! He has the perfect voice for these alpha men!!! I will buy every book in this series!!!

Much much better than Book 1! Whew!

There were only two things I took issue with in this book.

1- The beginning had a ridiculously long sex scene that became tedious rather than exciting.

2- The story arc on Sophie's ultimate release, was a lazy out, and should have had more explanation of the passage of time it took for Thomas' vengeance.

Overall the story had substance and heart, and is a much better story than the first one. I found myself laughing, being anxious, and smiling in all the right places.

I highly recommend it. Thanks, MB.

Very Good

Would you listen to No Place to Run again? Why?

Yes, it's a very good listen. Also its a series and I always like to re-visit the good ones. I'm looking foward to book 3.

Have you listened to any of Harry Berkeleys other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes, he never disappoints.

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

I like it when Sam interacts with the baby as she kicked within the womb. Thats just too sweet.

Any additional comments?

It's worth the credit or purchase. I'm looking foward to getting the others in this series. I liked this one much better than the first one in this series.

Finally I have the whole series

This was the last book of this series to be put on audio. I have very low vision and can not read print so I was excited to see it. It was worth the wait! If you are a series fan as I am and you like your romance with suspense and a few twists, I recommend these books highly. I do think it helps to listen to them in order now that they are all here. The books do work on their own however.

I love listening to Harry. He is one of my favorite readers!

Good book, bad beginning

The beginning was crude more than sensual. I almost quit after the first chapter.

Very good narrator.

Worth getting past the first few chapters.

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Title: Twenty-Eight and a Half Wishes

Author: Denise Grover Swank

Narrator: Frances Fuller

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 37 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-17-12

Publisher: Bramagioia Enterprises

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1091 votes

Genres: Romance, Suspense

Publisher's Summary:

For Rose Gardner, working at the DMV on a Friday afternoon is bad even before she sees a vision of herself dead. She's had plenty of visions, usually boring ones like someone's toilet's overflowed, but she's never seen one of herself before. When her overbearing momma winds up murdered on her sofa instead, two things are certain: There isn't enough hydrogen peroxide in the state of Arkansas to get that stain out, and Rose is the prime suspect.

Rose realizes she's wasted 24 years of living and makes a list on the back of a Wal-Mart receipt: 28 things she wants to accomplish before her vision comes true. She's well on her way with the help of her next door neighbor Joe, who has no trouble teaching Rose the rules of drinking, but won't help with number 15 - do more with a man. Joe's new to town, but it doesn't take a vision for Rose to realize he's got plenty secrets of his own.

Somebody thinks Rose has something they want and they'll do anything to get it. Her house is broken into, someone else she knows is murdered, and suddenly, dying a virgin in the Fenton County jail isn't her biggest worry after all.

Members Reviews:

I'm trying to get past the narration

Several hours into this book I'm trying to stick it out. The "southern" fried accent is part valley girl part hillbilly, combined with atrocious mispronunciations. Like smolding rage instead of smoldering, macrabe task instead of macabre, weary look instead of wary look, and now "he eluded an aurora" instead of exuded an aura??? See, I've even taken to stopping and writing them down. I think I'll switch to the kindle version. The story is almost engaging, but not worth the distractions. Doesn't anyone proof the recordings? incredible.

Limerick or prose?

Who in the world decided that this narrator was the right choice? Her one-dimension limerick-metered attempt at a southern drawl about drove me insane!!

Terrible Performance.

I listened for a little over 30 minutes. Maybe it's a good story but I can't get past the Narrator. A waste of a good Credit.

Loved Everything Fun Book

Great book to garden while listening! It Has romance, mystery and made me laugh what else could you want. Good story with twists throughout, It kept me entertained and that's the best thing a book can do for me. I hope Audible gets the rest of the series, I'll get the 3 they have so far and look at her other books.

So Funny, So Fun

This was such a fun listen. The characters are well-drawn, and crazy. I loved the book. I hope Ms. Grover Swank will write more in this vein. In looking at her Audible listing, it appears that she's writing mainly young adult books. My fingers are crossed for more like this one.