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Title: The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg

Author: Rodman Philbrick

Narrator: William Dufris

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 59 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-17-12

Publisher: Listening Library

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 72 votes

Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13

Publisher's Summary:

Master storyteller Rodman Philbrick takes readers on a colorful journey as young Homer Figg sets off to follow his brother into the thick of the Civil War. Through a series of fascinating events, Homer's older brother has been illegally sold to the Union Army. It is up to Homer to find him and save him. Along the way, he encounters strange but real people of that era: two tricksters who steal his money, a snake-oil salesman, a hot-air balloonist, and finally, the Maine regiment who saved Little Round Top at the Battle of Gettysburg and won the war for the Union.

Members Reviews:

Teacher's Perspective

I wanted to preview this book (while listening during my running workouts) for my 7th and 8th graders in a reading class because of the historical content. The reader does an excellent job with a wide range of voices. The story itself has a blend of humor and dramatic elements. It introduces the underground railroad, the concept of spies in relation to the Civil War, and the climax centers on the battle of Gettysburg. Add in the fact that Homer, the main character, is an orphan, and you have the ingredients for a compelling story. A word of caution: many readers may need some background about the Civil War to support their comprehension of the whole thing. I liked it, and would recommend this for a family listen on a road trip or something like that.

What Fun!

I wish the kids in my daughter's class could have read this book instead of "Across Five Aprils"! It is funny, insightful, tragic and an all around good time. Mr. Philbrick manages to portray the naivety of youth with the harsh realities of war in an accessible way for all readers. I highly recommnend this fun, face paced book.

Amazing story and great narration!

I liked how the narrator uses different voices for each character and kept them consistant. Always remembering which voice was for which. And the story was a combination of comedy, and heartfelt chapters the left me wanting to listen more.

Good mix of the serious and the humorous

The author's unique style makes a solemn, serious topic enjoyable for adults and youth alike. It's heavy at times, but the Twain-like tale keeps it from becoming burdensome. Really enjoyed this, and the narrator was perfect for the story.

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Title: The Car

Author: Gary Paulsen

Narrator: Luke Daniels

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 17 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-09-12

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 47 votes

Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13

Publisher's Summary:

Fourteen-year-old Terry has parents who never paid him much attention. So when they both disappear after one of their all-too-frequent arguments, Terry isnt exactly eager for them to come home. On his own, he occupies himself by assembling a car kit thats been collecting dust in the garage for years. When the car is finished, Terry is pleased to discover it actually runs. Though he doesnt know much about driving, he gets behind the wheel and heads west, with the notion of visiting an uncle in Oregon.

But Terrys plan takes a detour when he meets Shakespeare-quoting wanderer Waylon Jackson. The aging Vietnam vet has seen and done extraordinary things, and he is still hungry to learn more. With Waylon as his copilot, Terry ends up in locales as varied as a religious commune, a poker game in Deadwood, and Custers Last Stand. Its an exciting and sometimes dangerous journey. Along the way, he learns a lot about people, about America - and ultimately, about himself.

Critic Reviews:

Besides evoking a type of independence and tough-mindedness that will appeal to teens, this provocative novel introduces and explores some interesting philosophies of life while stressing the value of learning from experience. (Publishers Weekly)

Members Reviews:

Chapters don't go in order on the audio.

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

The chapters are out of order. I ordered it to use with students with special needs. It was very confusing for them.

Great Adventure Story.

Great book but the ending was a little lack luster. overall worth a listen. Seems as if the ending was left off in a matter where it could be a series but did not see a second book in my search.

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Title: Witches!

Subtitle: The Absolutely True Tale of Disaster in Salem

Author: Rosalyn Schanzer

Narrator: Jessica Almasy

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2 hrs and 18 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-20-12

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 16 votes

Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13

Publisher's Summary:

Award-winning author and illustrator Rosalyn Schanzers book Witches! was named a School Library Journal Best Book and a Chicago Public Library Best of the Best. Witches! recounts, in electrifying detail, the true events of the 17th-century witch trials in Salem Village, Massachusetts.

After two girls exhibit strange behavior, the colonial towns doctor concludes their symptoms are the result of witchcraft. Even today, the chilling events of this period remain one of the most disturbing passages of U.S. history.

Members Reviews:

Fantastic!

Any additional comments?

Fascinating details in a well-organized work read with enthusiasm. This book created a terrific car ride to Salem for the whole family! It set the scene nicely and kept us all riveted. Great explanations and I really liked the epilogue that traced the lives of the survivors.

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Title: Whale Talk

Author: Chris Crutcher

Narrator: Brian Corrigan

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 32 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-09-12

Publisher: Listening Library

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 38 votes

Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13

Publisher's Summary:

Theres bad news and good news about the Cutter High School swim team. The bad news is that they dont have a pool. The good news is that only one of them can swim anyway. A group of misfits brought together by T. J. Jones (the J is redundant), the Cutter All Night Mermen struggle to find their places in a school that has no place for them. T.J. is convinced that a varsity letter jacket - exclusive, revered, the symbol (as far as T.J. is concerned) of all that is screwed up at Cutter High - will also be an effective tool. Hes right. Hes also wrong. Still, its always the quest that counts. And the bus on which the Mermen travel to swim meets soon becomes the space where they gradually allow themselves to talk, to fit, to grow. Together theyll fight for dignity in a world where tragedy and comedy dance side by side, where a moments inattention can bring lifelong heartache, and where true acceptance is the only prescription for what ails us.

Critic Reviews:

"Crutchers gripping tale of small-town prejudice delivers a frank, powerful message about social issues and ills. (Publishers Weekly)

Members Reviews:

Awesome!

What made the experience of listening to Whale Talk the most enjoyable?

Great story, and the narrator nailed all the parts.

What other book might you compare Whale Talk to and why?

Similar to most all crutcher books.

Which character as performed by Brian Corrigan was your favorite?

TJ

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

It has times you laugh, feel frustrated, angry, feel like crying. It's a full circle of emotions

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Title: Dumpling Days

Author: Grace Lin

Narrator: Angela Lin

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 2 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-27-12

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 15 votes

Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13

Publisher's Summary:

With her inspired works, acclaimed author Grace Lin has earned a Geisel Honor and a Newbery Honor. In Dumpling Days, Pacys family travels to Taiwan for a month. This is Pacys first trip to Taiwan, so shes extremely excited. But soon, she realizes that everything about this trip is difficult: speaking the language, following her art teachers directionseven making friends. Fortunately, its not long before Pacy sees that the trip isnt all badand that the family bonding that occurs makes everything else worthwhile.

Members Reviews:

Wonderful Story

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

My seven-year-old loves this book. She read it first, but now she enjoys listening to it over and over because the narrator uses excellent voices for the different characters and pronounces the Chinese words. We highly recommend it!

What about Angela Lins performance did you like?

Voices and Chinese pronunciation make this a wonderful listen.

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Title: The Reckoning

Author: Lili St. Crow

Narrator: Alyssa Bresnahan

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 42 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-27-12

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 69 votes

Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13

Publisher's Summary:

Nobody expected Dru Anderson to survive this long. Not Graves. Not Christophe. Not even Dru. She's battled killer zombies, jealous djamphirs, and bloodthirsty suckers straight out of her worst nightmares. But now that Dru has bloomed into a full-fledged svetocha rare, beautiful, and toxic to all vampires the worst is yet to come. Because getting out alive is going to cost more than she's ever imagined. And in the end, is survival really worth the sacrifice?

Members Reviews:

What?!?

This was such a disappointing ending. It was a long series, to a simple/quick climax with the villain, then a confusing and ambiguous ending. The series started out excellent. I loved all the other books and waited anxiously for this one. After listening, I was angry at wasting the credit on this book. At first I thought there must be another book coming, then discovered that this was the finale. What happened?! It felt like the author lost interest in the story and, instead of making any strong conclusions, just kind of stopped writing. Very unsatisfying.

kind of disappointed

Would you try another book from Lili St. Crow and/or Alyssa Bresnahan?

Yes i would

What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!)

Was not happy at all with it

Did Alyssa Bresnahan do a good job differentiating all the characters? How?

yes she did she has a good voice for it.

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

Yes because it didn't end with answers. it was like she left it open for a spin off series.

Any additional comments?

I was so looking forward to the end of this serious, and I was very disappointed on the ending. I hope she does a spin off of it so we can get more answers.

SPOILER bad ending

well. that shit was depressing. it's like, ok.. we're going to put all this emotional weight on you and not give a satisfying ending. sure, we killed the bag guy but let me just remind you someone will replace him and they'll be back. also let's not have any emotional relief and make your best friend and someone you love leave you before you wake up and almost not get a goodbye. sure, you want your main character to be a tough chick and don't need a man to be happy. ok then just have the character say she doesn't need to be with someone right now. it's not a good time and have him still stay around and supply the reader with some sort of happy ending, some sort of emotional relief from the chaos the character was experiencing.

WHAT THE....

Really??? What kind of "ENDING" WAS THAT???? Seriously?? I FINALLY STARTED TO LIKE THE NARRATOR & WAS EXCITED ABOUT THIS BOOK....THEN I DON'T EVEN KNOW!! THIS SHOULD BE 3.5 STARS BUT I WAS NICE & ROUNDED UP!!

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Title: Chain Reaction

Subtitle: A Perfect Chemistry Novel

Author: Simone Elkeles

Narrator: Roxanne Hernandez, Blas Kisic

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 11 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-09-11

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 130 votes

Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13

Publisher's Summary:

Luis Fuentes has always been sheltered from the gang violence that nearly destroyed his brothers' lives. But that didn't stop him from taking risks - whether he's scaling a mountain in the Rockies or dreaming of a future as an astronaut, Luis can't stop looking for the next thrill.

Nikki Cruz lives her life by three rules - boys lie to get their way, don't trust a boy who says "I love you", and never date a boy from the south side of Fairfield. Her parents may be from Mexico, but as a doctor's daughter, she has more in common with her north-side neighbors than the Latino Blood at her school. Then she meets Luis at Alex's wedding, and suddenly, she's tempted to break all her rules.

Getting Nikki to take a chance on a south sider is Luis' biggest challenge, until he finds himself targeted by Chuy Soto, the new head of the Latino Blood. When Chuy reveals a disturbing secret about Luis' family, the youngest Fuentes finds himself questioning everything he's ever believed to be true. Will his feelings for Nikki be enough to stop Luis from entering a dark and violent world and permanently living on the edge?

Critic Reviews:

"Continuing all the steamy romance of the first two books, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Simone Elkeles gives fans one more satisfying taste of the irresistible Fuentes boys." (Amazon.com review)

Members Reviews:

Love these characters!

As with all the books in this series, I loved the characters and loved following characters from previous books in this series. I was sucked into the story but felt disappoint at a certain issue that was underdeveloped and never specifically "answered". All in all, a fun read and totally worth the purchase!

I LOVE THIS SERIES

I have really enjoyed this series...I wish there were more...I fell in love with this family and the girls they ended up with. I love the loyality that these boys/men had for their families and girls. I loved that they were NOT perfect and had REAL issues to work through.

I recommend this series for anyone wanting a nice listen with a great story about relationships and family. (with some toughness)

I love Simone Elkeles books!

If you could sum up Chain Reaction in three words, what would they be?

This was a great as I hoped it was. I hope she keeps going with the Fuentes family!

Who was your favorite character and why?

Luis is my favorite character because he's fun

Have you listened to any of Roxanne Hernandez and Blas Kisic s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I never have, but I really like Blas Kisic A LOT.

this is a great book 3in an even better series.

Would you consider the audio edition of Chain Reaction to be better than the print version?

I only read audio because i feel a narator can capture a book much better than a print version. I def feel this book is much better read in the audio formatt.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Chain Reaction?

Every moment in this book keeps you on the edge of your seat. This whole series is a never ending adventure.

What does Roxanne Hernandez and Blas Kisic bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book?

Both narators in this book truly bring it to life. Blas brings an energy and a dangerous edge to reading that i have verry rarely heard befor. Roxanne also brings a good note to this book.

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Title: Vanish

Subtitle: A Firelight Novel

Author: Sophie Jordan

Narrator: Therese Plummer

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 38 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-13-11

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 446 votes

Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13

Publisher's Summary:

An impossible romance. Bitter rivalries. Deadly choices.

To save the life of the boy she loves, Jacinda did the unthinkable: She betrayed the most closely guarded secret of her kind. Now she must return to the protection of her pride, knowing she might never see Will again... and worse, that because his mind has been shaded, Will's memories of that fateful night and why she had to flee are gone.

Back home, Jacinda is greeted with hostility and must work to prove her loyalty for both her sake and her family's. Among the few who will even talk to her are Cassian, the pride's heir apparent, who has always wanted her, and her sister, Tamra, who has been forever changed by a twist of fate. Jacinda knows that she should forget Will and move on, that if he managed to remember and keep his promise to find her, it would only endanger them both. Yet she clings to the hope that someday they will be together again. When the chance arrives to follow her heart, will she risk everything for love?

In best-selling author Sophie Jordan's dramatic follow-up to Firelight, forbidden love burns brighter than ever.

Members Reviews:

Way too much self loathing!

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

I would recommend it, but with a warning. Some parts are extremely frustrating. They are many times when the main character could defend herself, but does not. She also find a way to blame herself for EVERYTHING. I'm not a fan of self loathing characters. The twin sister was also extremely irritating. Overall, it's a good story though. The first book was better.

Would you listen to another book narrated by Therese Plummer?

Yes

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

Yes

Guess this is YA

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

Nothing could have made this better. It must be young adult or something, although I didn't see it marked as such.

What was most disappointing about Sophie Jordans story?

Really not much story line and very repetitive.

Any additional comments?

Juvenile storyline, writing and overall don't waste a credit or money.

yes and no

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

a less predictable/cliché story (romance), and a less headstrong heroine

Has Vanish turned you off from other books in this genre?

yes and no. I like paranormal, but this series is yet another example of the many many stories that build an interesting world with good characters and then fill it with a mediocre and predictable romance.

What aspect of Therese Plummers performance would you have changed?

Have listened to several of her performances, and she only has one male voice, which she uses for all males in every book. So too bad it isn't a very good male voice, to me it sounds like a 40-50 year old man wearing a suit, which is a problem when the hero is 18 and still in high school. Otherwise her narration is pleasant to listen to.

Thrilling and Frustrating at the Same Time!

Any additional comments?

I was surprised by the negative reviews! I thought it was a perfect sequel to a very exciting trilogy! Getting an inside look at the pride, the place where Jacinda should feel the most comfortable, the most at home.

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Title: 13 Gifts

Author: Wendy Mass

Narrator: Kathleen Mcinerney

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 18 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-09-11

Publisher: Scholastic Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 87 votes

Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13

Publisher's Summary:

When Alyssa must spend the summer with her aunt, uncle, and bratty cousin Emily in Willow Falls she thinks its a good time to start over. Shell be turning 13 after all. What Alyssa doesnt know is that this charmed town has something big in store for her on her 13th birthday.

Members Reviews:

I didn't like how David was portrayed

While it was another fun story by Wendy Mass I don't like how Davi was portrayed. It was like him being being Jewish was his only defining characteristic. I'm Jewish and let me Jay's say "We aren't any different than anyone else". My friend also read it and than when my Bat Mitzvah came along she wondered why MINE wasn't just like David's. All I did was memorize a Torah passage and lead a service DAVID on the other hand practiced in the pool hole the whole summer. When listening to this book I hope that you don't think that all Jewish people are just like David he's just a stereotype.

Delightful and meaningful, a gift.

So much more than we ever expected, grateful. Wonderful story! Exactly the right kind of magic. Something to think about on every page.

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Title: The Hidden

Subtitle: The Hollow Trilogy, Book 3

Author: Jessica Verday

Narrator: Cassandra Campbell

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 28 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-06-11

Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 51 votes

Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13

Publisher's Summary:

Love and mystery mix in the final installment of this spine-tingling, hauntingly gorgeous trilogy, which L. J. Smith calls Spectacular!

In the eagerly anticipated conclusion to the best-selling saga of Abbey and Caspian, listeners finally learn the truth about Kristens untimely death, the dark destiny that links Abbey to Caspian and ties them both to the town of Sleepy Hollow, and the hard choices that Abbey must make if she is to accept Caspians love and their unexpected fate. Beautifully spun, emotionally gripping, and irresistibly romantic, The Hidden will leave readers breathless.

Jessica Verday wrote the first draft of her debut novel, The Hollow, by hand, using thirteen spiral-bound notebooks and fifteen black pens. She likes things that smell nice, rainy nights, old books, cemeteries, Johnny Cash, zombie movies, L. J. Smith books, abandoned buildings, trains, and snow.

Members Reviews:

A nice break from my normal listen choice.

Really enjoyed this series. So much so I couldn't turn it off! Definitely going to look for more book from this author. Listened to all 3 books in less than a week. Great narrator! You get so engrossed in the story that you forget it's a woman doing men's voices. LOVE that!!!

Great ending!!

Great story! Well done, it keeps you hoping and guessing right till the end. I really enjoyed the whole series.