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Title: The Amber Spyglass: His Dark Materials Trilogy, Book 3

Author: Philip Pullman

Narrator: Philip Pullman, cast

Format: Original Recording

Length: 14 hrs and 57 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-13-07

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 79 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Here is a BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisation of the third book in Philip Pullman's trilogy His Dark Materials. Bringing the saga to a thrilling close, it reintroduces familiar characters such as Lyra, Will, Mrs Coulter, and Dr Mary Malone.

©2000 Philip Pullman; (P)2014 Audible, Inc.

Members Reviews:

Fabulous story for all ages.

Great production of all three books. Sad to finish this complex but thrilling trilogy. Highly recommend for all ages. Thanks

Great conclusion to a great story.

The Amber Spyglass is a great conclusion to a great story. His Dark Materials is definitely up there with one of the best stories written so far. I love how the books were narrated with a full cast of characters, and I wish more books were done the same way as it just brings the story to life so much better. Now I can hardly wait for The Book of Dust to be finished and published. I give His Dark Materials 10 stars out of 5 for Overall, Performance and for Story.

Amber Spyglass

I was a bit doubtful about having a cast but because there is so much dialogue in this book the dramatisation made it much easier to follow the characters. I have loved the series ever since I read them years ago and this was a fantastic listen. I just wish that Audible would get the first two books in the series - I know that they are available.

Mr Pullman Please Write Book 4!

The final part in the Dark Materials Trilogy and what a finale!

I thought the start of this story was a bit slower than the first two but as the story unfolded all the action and adventure was there and just as good as the previous books.

I didn't want this final instalment to end, yet i couldn't stop listening to it. My emotions were given a battering and i felt shattered when it finished, it was as if i had been there with Lyra and company all along.

I can't recommend this book highly enough but be prepared to become totally immersed in Lyra's world and to feel like a wreck when your adventure ends, in fact you won't want it to end.

Fantastic!!! But please can we have one more book 8-)

Pleasure to listen to

This is a good quality audio book which is easy to listen to. As it is unabridged, the whole book is there and it helped pass a very long car journey. It is the last one in the triliogy and ties up all the loose ends. Rcommend the whole series.

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Title: Cracker!

Subtitle: The Best Dog in Vietnam

Author: Cynthia Kadohata

Narrator: Kimberly Farr

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 32 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-29-07

Publisher: Listening Library

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 104 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Rick Hanski is headed to Vietnam. There, he's going to whip the world and prove to his family, his sergeant, and everyone else who didn't think he was cut out for war that they were wrong. But sometimes Rick can't help but wonder that maybe everyone else is right. Maybe he should have just stayed at home and worked in his dad's hardware store.

When Cracker is paired with Rick, she isn't so sure about this new owner. He's going to have to prove himself to her before she's going to prove herself to him. They need to be friends before they can be a team, and they have to be a team if they want to get home alive.

Told in part through the uncanny point of view of a German shepherd, Cracker! is an action-packed glimpse into the Vietnam War as seen through the eyes of a dog and her handler.

Members Reviews:

Point of View

The point of view from the soldier's to Willie's to Cracker- brilliant. The Vietnam war stories are somewhat ignored and this brings a personal understanding of one part of the war. Dog owners will feel the connection!

Best Book About the Best Dog in Vietnam

What did you love best about Cracker!?

It was endearing, it was suspensful, it was lovely, it was emotional. All the things a relationship with a dog is. I enjoyed it very much!

What did you like best about this story?

How real the fictional story was.

What about Kimberly Farrs performance did you like?

Her ability to capture each character as she went along.

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

It made me laugh out loud, giggle and cry... It was very stirring

Any additional comments?

I would not hesitate to reccomend this book!

An outstanding "war" story

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

absolutely, a young adult or an adult read that acurately depicts the Viet Nam war era. A great Grandparent/grandchild story to share.

What did you like best about this story?

The truth of the human/animal bond, the accuracy of portrayal of the politics of the era. I was 19 around the time the protaginist was 19 so to me it was a story of my "coming of age" The method of interspersing the dog's thought with the humans was masterful.

What about Kimberly Farrs performance did you like?

well paced narration

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

no, I needed to digest the events as they progressed.

Any additional comments?

I have read MANY Viet Nam war stories and this one is highly accurate and very appealing to all ages. I think it is the best I have read.

Not what I was expecting...

Not really for war aficionados.It's a weird dichotomy. The narration might appeal to juveniles but the subject of war probably shouldn't. Wish I could get my money back.

Great Book

I really liked it because i love dogs and this was awesome to listen too

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Title: The Lives of Christopher Chant

Author: Diana Wynne Jones

Narrator: Gerard Doyle

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 7 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-19-06

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 299 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Christopher Chant has no real power. He can't perform spells or do anything magical. However, he does possess something that most humans do not. Christopher has nine lives. Gerard Doyle's spellbinding narration is sure to capture every listener's attention.

©2005 Diana Wynne Jones (P)2005 Recorded Books, LLC

Critic Reviews:

"Here's a perfect choice for the Harry Potter/Philip Pullman crowd." (AudioFile) "Gerard Doyle's rich voice and English accent suit the story perfectly. His excellent expression and conviction draw listeners into the tale and help them follow the complex plot, giving each character's voice just enough distinction." (School Library Journal)

Members Reviews:

Fascinating!

I listened to this with my 7 and 10 year-olds, after enjoying the "A Charmed Life". The characters are interesting and distinct, the plot complicated, and the climax had all three of us huddled around the speakers. Highly recommended!

Between the two books, I don't think it matters what order one reads them in. Both are great. There's plenty of witchcraft, magic, and humor to entertain, but there's more than mere entertainment here.

"Lives" is well read

I am a fan of Diana Wynne Jones, and I like most of her books. This is vintage Jones at her peak, a charming child/young adult book that I have liked in the print version for a long time. The voice reading in this strikes me as just right- a nice plummy British voice that pronounces things correctly and does not read too slow or too fast for my taste. I am hooked; I want to get more of her books read by Gerard Doyle. (I only hope that they add others that are not in the Chrestomanci series, such as "Howl's Moving Castle," which is my absolute favorite Jones book.)

wonderful!!

this is a wonderful book for any age. it flowed nicely. i bought this book when it first came out for my daughters and never read it myself. i loved it. the reader is great. i also then bought the next book. for me this is a must read if you like books about magic and other worlds.

Amazing story

One of my favorite childhood books, and it's every bit as good now that I'm an adult. Jones is a master of fantasy.

Second book in the Chrestomanci series

What did you love best about The Lives of Christopher Chant?

I love that this book is essentially the prequel to the first book and tells us about some of the characters we had already met in book one.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Christopher Chant - knowing what he becomes from the first book makes him more interesting as his personality is in stark contrast in this book to the first one.

Have you listened to any of Gerard Doyles other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes, this is consistent with his other performances. Great, easy to listen to, really entertaining narrator.

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Title: Room One

Subtitle: A Mystery or Two

Author: Andrew Clements

Narrator: Keith Nobbs

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2 hrs and 53 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-14-06

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 32 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

A shrinking school in a dying town. A face in the window of an empty house. At first these facts don't seem to be related. But Ted Hammond learns that in a very small town, there's no such thing as an isolated event. And the solution of one mystery is often the beginning of another.

Critic Reviews:

"Once again Clements captures real people and real issues, as he shapes another fine work of fiction." (Publishers Weekly)

Members Reviews:

Missing Book Chapters

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

This book is unacceptable as it skipds several chapters. It goes meandering from Chapter 1 to5 to 10 and then 15. What gives audible? Are you guys going to fix this?

Very cute.

What did you love best about Room One?

The narration paired with the story. A clever Ted Hammond is not only a perfectionist regarding accomplishments but he is prepared like every good scout. This is a modern time story and won't stand the test of time but it is an enjoyable story regarding farm children who are part of a team, not just a kid. Good for a family reading.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

A film? Why waste the time and money? Books have an entirely different sensation. The are also custom fitted to each reader/listener because we choose the exact color of blue, the brand of peanut butter and size of someone's shoes. Films are overrated when it comes to the idea that all books should be turned to film. It is a rare specimen that is better than the book. Rare indeed!

LOVED IT!!

Where does Room One rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far?

My son loved this book! He chose it for a book report for school!

Any additional comments?

Love that you can add audio.. My son has dyslexia and it helps not only to have the audio but he can read along with the audio portion!

the book is good

I read this book Room One at my school it was a very good book but there was so e parts of the I would change but overall good book

The best book ever

This was a great book

I liked the story

It was cool

It deserves a 1000000 star rating

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Title: Once

Author: Morris Gleitzman

Narrator: Morris Gleitzman

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 8 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-02-06

Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 104 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Felix lives in a convent orphanage high in the mountains in Poland. He is convinced his parents are still alive and that they will one day come back to get him. When Nazi soldiers come to the orphanage Felix decides to escape and make his way home. The journey to find his parents is a long and difficult one, as all of Poland is occupied by the Nazis and a dangerous place for a Jewish boy. Felix manages to live and look after himself and another orphan, Zelda, with the help of a kind dentist, Barney, who is hiding and looking after a number of Jewish children. When the Nazis discover them, Barney makes the ultimate sacrifice for the children, electing to go with them on the train to the death camps, rather than taking the option of freedom offered by a Nazi soldier, one of his grateful patients.

©2005 Morris Gleitzman (P)2005 Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd.

Members Reviews:

once ..loved by all

i bought this book for my 11 yr old boy

who loved it but the person who really adored it

was my 8 yr old niece who listened it to over and over again.

this story really captured her imagination.

Such a sad story

What did you love best about Once?

That the boy tried to write stories about his experiences.

What other book might you compare Once to and why?

The boy in the striped pajamas

What does Morris Gleitzman bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book?

It was more sad I think listening to it. If I'd been reading it I'd not have finished it.

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

Cry cry. Laugh a little then cry some more.

Kids Favourite

My kids loved this story and series in fact. At first I thought it a bit naive and young for them but I liked the way it gently introduced what would have been the experiences of a child during this time of history. They couldn't get enough of it and were talking about it for ages. Great read great story, loved hearing the author read.

Love this book

Really like hearing this story being read by the author. Morris Gleitzman is a great reader and writer. An amazing story of optimism and friendship. Highly recommended to people of all ages, especially kids. If you love this book, definitely go on and listen to 'Then', 'Now' and 'After'.

I enjoyed this book... My kids loved it

This is a good story in a kids perspective on a topic we all know. Both of my daughters enjoyed it so much that they put it on their ipods.

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Title: Small Steps

Author: Louis Sachar

Narrator: Curtis McClarin

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 14 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-16-06

Publisher: Listening Library

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 119 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

In his first major novel since Holes, critically acclaimed novelist Louis Sachar uses his signature wit combined with a unique blend of adventure and deeply felt characters to explore issues of race, the nature of celebrity, the invisible connections that determine a person's life, and what it takes to stay on course. Doing the right thing is never a wrong choice, but a small step in the right direction.

Critic Reviews:

"A smart jigsaw puzzle of a novel." (The New York Times)

"A dazzling blend of social commentary, tall tale, and magic realism." (Publishers Weekly, starred review)

Members Reviews:

Wonderful, as always

You can always count on Sacher for the best and most imaginative childrens books. This sequel to Holes (though maybe just a smidgen less wonderful) does not disappoint.

OK story but not Holes

Don't expect as wonderful a story as "Holes" from this story about one of its characters. "Holes" to me was a perfect novel. It was well written, had two main stories in one, it had many mysteries, it was exciting, it had characters you grow to love, and it had a good message (more than one actually). It transported you like a great book should and it kept you coming back for more.

This story about Armpit is slow, not very complex, the characters aren't particularly loveable, and the story is bland. It is a OK read when you have nothing else to hear but it is a let down from an author that could write "Holes".

I,m love it so much that I have been playing it 72

GT TV their own and I will be a good time to get the same as the same as the same as the same as the same as the

A boy trying to fix his way of living

What made the experience of listening to Small Steps the most enjoyable?

It was about armpit who tried to fix his way about living after going to Camp Greenlake. I liked the way he tried to fix his way: small steps.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Small Steps?

Kaira and her Dad fighting in her room. Kaira dropping the lamp thing to signal Armpit.

Did the narration match the pace of the story?

Yes, it certanly did.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Armpit's learning to take small steps, but it's not easy doing that when everybody thinks you're bad. Will he suceed,or not?

Any additional comments?

This story just draws me in. The story has hope, sadness and joy.

Kira Never Gave Up. Thanks For Touching my heart

Expect a letter sooner or later

Maybe I don't know where you are

Thank You So Much For Writing this book

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Title: Treasures of the Snow

Author: Mary Mills, Patricia St. John

Narrator: Pamela Garelick

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 15 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-25-05

Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 84 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Annette knows she can never forgive Lucien for what he did to Dani, and she is going to make sure that no one else does either. She is so filled with rage that she sets out to alienate and humiliate Lucien at every turn. But then some surprising things begin to happen to both of them.

Patricia St.John's stories are classics of their time and have been enjoyed by generations of children. This edition of Treasures of the Snow combines her superb skill as a storyteller with language sensitively adapted to a new generation of children.

Members Reviews:

A Delight

I am periodically on the lookout for an audiobook that can be enjoyed by the whole family and is appropriate for the whole family. My two daughters and I listened to this book while on a road trip and we all enjoyed it very much. It was interesting to hear about life in Switzerland in the 1930s. The characters were interesting and the book imparted good values.

Our #1 favorite Christian children's novel

I wish this version were the original unabridged novel (Mary Mills has recently condensed most of Patricia St. John's books), but it's still so very good, and the story is beautiful and powerful. I've read it out loud to my children twice, and am thrilled that we now have this as a permanent audiobook and can listen at will. The reader has a lovely British accent that just seems right. Please don't miss this one! If you haven't seen the movie, look that up as well.

Amazing

This book is an amazing book. It is an uplifting story of hope, love, and forgiveness; A blessing for anyone to read.

beautiful story.

Lovely life lessons of Jesus's love for the whole family. Enjoyed every minute. inspiring story.

A must read classic-

This is an amazing story showing how Christ's love enables one to truly forgive others.

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Title: Shakespeare's Secret

Author: Elise Broach

Narrator: Jenny Ikeda

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 31 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-13-05

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 45 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

This Junior Library Guild selection by Elise Broach is sure to become a favorite of all young sleuths. Sixth-grader Hero is captivated by the stories about her new home, especially the mystery of the missing million-dollar diamond and a 500-year-old necklace. As she searches for clues to their whereabouts she stumbles upon another perplexing question: Who was the real William Shakespeare?

©2005 Elise Broach (P)2005 Recorded Books, LLC

Critic Reviews:

"The mystery alone will engage readers, but Broach adds a number of other interesting details to entice her audience. Readers will also find numerous facts about Elizabethan history, theories about Shakespeare's writings, and, perhaps most importantly, a moral but not preachy tale. The main characters are all well developed, and the dialogue is both realistic and well planned." (School Library Journal) "[Listeners] will appreciate the true emotions, the rich language, and the revelations of many-layered mysteries that tie the past to the present." (Booklist)

Members Reviews:

Shakespeare or de Vere

Quick moving and enjoyed by the entire family. Introduces literary motifs in a interesting way, along with Shakepeare (or Edward de Vere, whichever you believe).

Incredible Storyline

Where does Shakespeare's Secret rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far?

It ranks in the top 10.

What other book might you compare Shakespeare's Secret to and why?

The Masterpiece.

Which scene was your favorite?

When they discovered the secret in an unsuspecting place. Also the incorporation of the History regarding Henry 8th and Anne Boleyn.

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

The mysteries among all of the characters.

Keeps your interest.

Would you consider the audio edition of Shakespeare's Secret to be better than the print version?

That depends on if your more the reading type or the listening type. I'm the more listening type so I liked the audio version.

What did you like best about this story?

Anne Bolen's Jewelry Mystery.

What does Jenny Ikeda bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book?

The relationships.

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

Laughed, but I liked it very much. I wanted to listen to it more than once.

Any additional comments?

I first heard this audio book when I checked it out at the library. I liked it so much that when I saw it a year later in Audio Books I had to buy it.

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Title: Three Men in a Boat (To Say Nothing of the Dog)

Author: Jerome K. Jerome

Narrator: Martin Jarvis

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 34 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-02-05

Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 426 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

Here is one of the greatest English comic novels read by incontrovertible king of English comic audiobook readers, Martin Jarvis. Three men, worried about their health and in search of different experiences, set off 'up the river' in a boat. Jerome's delightful novel, dating from 1900, paints a vivid picture of innocent fun.

Members Reviews:

Dry and Hilarious

The first time I became aware of "Three Men In A Boat" was in the late seventies or the early eighties when I saw a much-shortened film version which included in it's cast Tim Curry and Michael Palin. I do remember it was very funny. I forgot about it though until I heard part of this audio version on satellite radio. I had to hear the whole thing and I was glad I purchased a copy from Audible. It must be one of the funniest novels ever written with it's dry "English" humor set against the absurd and exagerrated scenarios and the "over-the-top, wild opinions. There is also a true sense of love of the river Thames and of English history.

Brilliant comedy and beautiful prose!

If you could sum up Three Men in a Boat (To Say Nothing of the Dog) in three words, what would they be?

Delightful! Clever! British!

Who was your favorite character and why?

Montmorency...but I don't want to give away who

Have you listened to any of Martin Jarviss other performances before? How does this one compare?

No- but when I tried the other excerpts, I had to admit that Jarvis' rendition was far and away superior...at least for my tastes.

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

I was pleasantly surprised by unexpected turns in the descriptions or storyline that made me chuckle or laugh. Some of the descriptive prose carried me away, enabling me to vividly imagine different times and places. The ebb and flow of comedy and description kept my attention well.

Any additional comments?

This is wonderfully funny period book. If you don't like British accents or books about British life in the 19th century, then give it a miss. But if you like things like Jeeves and Wooster (by P.G. Wodehouse), or Rumpole, or some of the BBC comedies available on TV, you might give this a try. It is a mixture of absurb situations and absolutely beautiful descriptive prose! You have to really sit and listen, though, to appreciate it. Listening to this book is like having a friend sitting by the fireside relating his thoughts and his history. The interplay of comedic moments with some of the most beautiful prose I have ever heard makes this book a special favorite. (Stick with it into chapter two to hear the descriptions of the river to experience the beautiful prose.) It is possible that some people might be irritated by the narrator, and this is, of course, strictly a matter of personal taste. I happen to feel that Jarvis has just the right personality, ability to express the characters and situations, and manner to narrate this audiobook. But, as I said, sometimes the enjoyment of the narrator is strictly personal and has little to do with the skillfulness of the narration. Jarvis sounds like he is actually the author relating his own experience and thoughts. Some of the other versions sounded like just narration. The music between chapters is just wonderful. It helps draw one into the proper mood of things.

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Title: The Game of Silence

Author: Louise Erdrich

Narrator: Anna Fields

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 38 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-27-05

Publisher: HarperAudio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 57 votes

Genres: Kids, Ages 8-10

Publisher's Summary:

The satisfying routines of Omakayas's days are interrupted by a surprise visit from a group of desperate and mysterious people. From them, she learns that all their lives may drastically change. The chimookomanag, or white people, want Omakayas and her people to leave their island in Lake Superior and move farther west. Omakayas realizes that something so valuable, so important that she never knew she had it in the first place, is in danger: Her home. Her way of life.

In this captivating sequel to National Book Award nominee The Birchbark House, Louise Erdrich continues the story of Omakayas and her family.

Critic Reviews:

"Erdrich is a talented storyteller, mixing legend and myth with realistic narrative to create a world in which humans and spirits coexist." (The New York Times Book Review)

Members Reviews:

loved this book

I can't wait for the other 2 in this series to come to audible. I'm ojibwe and I love hearing ojibwe stories.

Beautiful book

An Ojibwe woman myself, this book and the previous book in the series, The Birchbark House, moves me and soaks to my heart as few other works have. If you have lived near the Great Lakes and especially Lake Superior, the descriptions of this beatiful country will take you right there. I could smell the melting snow in the forest or the green, cinnamon like smell of sweetgrass. I could hear the lapping of the lake, or the creaks and crashes of the ice melting and breaking. The Ojibwe words sprinkled throughout and the voice of the reader were very authentic. My only complaint is that these books were published when I was already grown - I wish I'd had them to read when I was a little Ojibwe girl myself.

Moving coming of age story

I wanted this story to go on forever. Beautifully written and masterfully read. A real gem for readers of all ages!

Brilliant

Well researched, well written, well read! This book, and the entire series that follows Omakayas and her family, is delightful to read or listen to. This is the absolute best of Historical Fiction. Couldn't recommend it more highly.

Couldn't wait to see what happened next!

Birchbark House was my 1st read by L. Erdrich. It was enjoyable but The Game of Silence was captivating. Even listened to & read some archived articles about Erdrich and am now looking forward to diving into some more of her books. I think next up will be Round House.