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Title: Hereafter

Author: Tara Hudson

Narrator: Emily Eiden

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 44 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-07-11

Publisher: HarperAudio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 62 votes

Genres: Teens, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Publisher's Summary:

Can there truly be love after death?

Drifting in the dark waters of a mysterious river, the only thing Amelia knows for sure is that she's dead. With no recollection of her past life - or her actual death - she's trapped alone in a nightmarish existence. All of this changes when she tries to rescue a boy, Joshua, from drowning in her river. As a ghost, she can do nothing but will him to live. Yet in an unforgettable moment of connection, she helps him survive.

Amelia and Joshua grow ever closer as they begin to uncover the strange circumstances of her death and the secrets of the dark river that held her captive for so long. But even while they struggle to keep their bond hidden from the living world, a frightening spirit named Eli is doing everything in his power to destroy their newfound happiness and drag Amelia back into the ghost world... forever.

Thrilling and evocative, with moments of pure pleasure, Hereafter is a sensation you won't want to miss.

Members Reviews:

Enjoyable, Entertaining

I enjoyed this story, and found it engrossing and entertaining while I listened. It is pretty well written, and I would spend more time with these characters if given the choice, (at least the main characters). The narration is good, and to my ears seemed appropro of the characters and the story.

Great cover, great name

It's for the 14-15 year old set. I had to smile when the main boy character gets miffed when ghost girlfriend dematerializes inconveniently. The characters were not poorly drawn, really, if a little two dimensional. The story itself read like a dream, though.

Ghostly Love Story

Amelia is dead, and every night relives her tragic drowning. Only this time, its different. She isnt drowning, a boy is, and there is nothing she can do about it.

I thought this one was a sweet love story. Because of course, she saves the boy. The other players in the story, a well-meaning grandmother, and another ghost, kept things interesting as they struggle to figure out who Amelia was(because she has little to no memory of who she was before she died), and how to make an impossible relationship work.

I am looking forward to the sequel, and seeing where it takes Amelia and Joshua, and the unlikely love between a ghost and a human.

more of a teen read

it was okay the book was unusual and hard to get through. I think if I had been younger I may have enjoyed it more.

Struggling to listen to the Narrator

What made the experience of listening to Hereafter the most enjoyable?

I'm enjoying the premise of the story, but the whiney, 'like, oh my god, like, whatever' kind of pseudo teenager voice that the narrator uses is really making it hard to actually listen.

Would you be willing to try another one of Emily Eidens performances?

Not if her voice is naturally like the one used in this book. She even has the same whiney voice for the male characters in the book. Ironically, there are sections of narration where the whine does not exist, so why its switched on so heavily for 90% of the story, god only knows.

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

I'm still listening, so can't give a full review, and I'm not sure that I'll be able to listen much longer, so might have to switch to the kindle version.

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Title: Something Deadly This Way Comes

Author: Kim Harrison

Narrator: Mandy Siegfried

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 57 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-24-11

Publisher: HarperAudio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 169 votes

Genres: Teens, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Publisher's Summary:

"I'm Madison Avery, in charge of heaven's hit squad... and fighting it all the way."

When Madison died the night of her prom, she knew her life would never be the same. Now she has a powerful amulet, a team of rogue angels by her side, and the ability to flash forward into the future to see the shape of destiny. And of course, now she's finally with Josh, a perfect boyfriend who doesn't even mind that she's dead.

But being dead has its disadvantages, too. Madison feels caught between the light and the dark, and between her real life and her timekeeper status. When she has the opportunity to get her body back - to be alive again - she faces her most difficult decision yet. If she claims it, she could return to being a normal girl and have a chance at a real relationship with Josh. But would having the one thing she wants most in the world also mean giving up everything she's worked so hard for?

Members Reviews:

Pass on this series

This series is more teenie appropriate. The characters are whinnying about high school issues and mulling over the ???right thing??? to do for pages. I love Kim Harrison???s Hollows series. I thought this would be just as good. I was wrong. She must have written this because she need fast cash and was counting on her name recognition to sell it. The sad part was I purchase the series because of her name and it was a waste of money and time.

If you want a series where a young high school girl moons over a boy who did not notice her when she was alive and she is now dead buy it. If you want a series where her fate is to be the death angle and she does not like her job while waiting she moons over her high school love buy it. And of course with high school stories she does get his attention and they fight the good fight together. yuch

Fun and different

I enjoyed a different take on reapers. I love Kim Harrison and the Rachel Morgan series.

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Title: Betrayal

Author: Gillian Shields

Narrator: Emily Durante

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 34 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-05-10

Publisher: HarperAudio

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 24 votes

Genres: Teens, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Publisher's Summary:

There are the small betrayals: the unkind word, the petty lies. And there are the betrayals that break hearts, destroy worlds, and turn the strong, sweet light of day into bitter dust.

When Evie Johnson started at Wyldcliffe Abbey School for Young Ladies, her life changed in ways she couldn't possibly have envisioned: the discovery of her link with Lady Agnes, her special bond with Helen and Sarah, and their sisterhood in the astonishing secrets of the Mystic Way. Above all, Evie's love for Sebastian has turned her world upside down.

Now Evie returns to Wyldcliffe for another term and more danger. Surrounded by enemies, she lives every day in fear that Sebastian will fall into the darkness of servitude to the Unconquered Lords. The Wyldcliffe coven is plotting to destroy Evie and use Sebastian to secure their own immortality. Evie and her sisters must master the power of the Talisman before it is too late. But could it be Sebastian himself who will ultimately betray Evie?

In this companion to Gillian Shields's dazzling Immortal, magic and sweeping romance cross the bounds of time to deliver heart-stopping emotion and suspense.

Members Reviews:

A decent sequel

The sequel to "Immortal" is interesting, but not quite as good as the first book in the series. "Betrayal" picks up where "Immortal" leaves off, but the mystery of the Mystic Way and Lady Agnes were, for the most part, all discovered in the last installment. I hoped the author would find a way to keep the mystery going, but there wasn't much new to discover.

Evie has grown as a character, which is a plus. Her interaction with her friends isn't as...abundant as it was in the previous book. Helen and Sarah are supportive, but they seem to be preoccupied with their own concerns. Yes, they are still part of the Mystic Way and help Evie, but they aren't as exciting as they were before. The character of Harriet wasn't as developed as she could have been. In the end, Harriet was a nuisance.

As for Sebastian...well, I thought the so-called romance was a bit lacking in "Immortal", but I found this book had absolutely no romance at all! I mean, I wanted Sebastian to be more of a hero to Evie. I wanted him to man-up and fight with Evie. Instead, all he seems to do is hide and whine about what a poor fate he has landed for himself. He does choose Evie's talisman over the supposed love he shares with Evie, which really rubbed me the wrong way. How could Evie and Sebastian have an "epic" love if Sebastian really doesn't do anything to earn Evie's passions? In fact, it is Evie driving herself up the wall trying to save Sebastian, which really got under my skin. I know it's the 21st century, but Sebastian is a ghost from a time when chivalry meant something. Right? So, shouldn't he be going crazy trying to find a way to save Evie from the dark coven instead of complaining about his own bad choices? Isn't love about self-sacrafice? Evie seems to be the only one fighting for this so-called "love".

I did like "Betrayal", but not as much as "Immortal". I do hope Ms. Shields continues the series because she has something special in the character of Evie Johnson.

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Titel: Diebe im Olymp (Percy Jackson 1)

Autor:: Rick Riordan

Erzähler: Marius Clarén

Format: Abridged

Spieldauer: 5 hrs and 9 mins

Sprache: Deutsch

Veröffentlichungsdatum: 02-12-10

Herausgeber: Lübbe Audio

Bewertung: 5 von 5 von 1 Stimmen

Kategorien: Teens, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers:

Als sich Mrs. Dodds, die neue Mathelehrerin, in eine stinkende Furie verwandelt und über ihn herfällt, ahnt Percy schon, dass er sich schleunigst aus dem Staub machen muss. Auf der Flucht gelangt er ins Camp der Halbblüter, wo die Kinder der Götter leben. Percy erfährt, dass er der Sohn des Poseidon ist. Große Aufgaben warten auf ihn: er soll sich auf die abenteuerliche Suche nach dem Dieb des Blitzes Zeus machen. Wenn die Mission fehlschlägt, droht ein Krieg unter den Göttern...

©2010 Lübbe Audio (P)2010 Lübbe Audio

Kritik Bewertungen:

Eine fantastische Serie. Ich ziehe den Hut vor Ihnen, Mr. Riordan!

-- Stephenie Meyer

Witzig und einfallsreich, fesselnd, bewegend und wunderbar auf die Spitze getrieben!

-- The Times

Der Spaßfaktor beim Lesen ist ähnlich groß wie bei "Harry Potter".

-- Rheinische Post

Mitglieder Bewertungen:

Großartig!

Ganz schlau, und macht viel Spaß. Es gibt cooler Gotten und Monsters :) ich wurde definiert empfehlen

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Title: Captivate

Author: Carrie Jones

Narrator: Julia Whelan

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs

Language: English

Release date: 01-30-10

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 137 votes

Genres: Teens, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Publisher's Summary:

Zara and her friends knew they hadn't solved the pixie problem for good. Far from it. The king's needs grow deeper every day he's stuck in captivity, while his control over his people gets weaker. It's made him vulnerable. And now there's a new king in town.

A turf war is imminent, since the new pixie king, Astley, is moving in quickly. Nick nearly killed him in the woods on day one, but Zara came to his rescue. Astley swears that he and Zara are destined to be together, that he's one of the good guys. Nick isn't buying it, though Zara isn't as sure - despite herself, she wants to trust the new king. But it's a lot more than her relationship with Nick that is at stake. It's her life - and his.

Members Reviews:

Great Sequel, and Great Narrator.

This book is a great sequel to the first boo Need. The narrator does a great job with the voices and fits the main charactor. I am not a young adult, but I read the YA books before allowing my 12 year old daughter to read them. I thought the book was a great read, and my daughter loved it.

Loved it!

This series is one of my favorites and I have listened to it several times. The story draws you in and has you wanting to fall in love all over again. Julia Whelan does a great job telling the story and the voices of the characters. At the end you won't be able to wait to start the third book.

Crappy

What would have made Captivate better?

This book sucks. It is really difficult to get through, and the narrator is NOT helping! Perhaps with better narration, this book would be passable, but I honestly regret wasting my credit on this and the third book.

Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Julia Whelan?

Emily Eiden; Therese Plummer

Alright book, but not excellent.

I wish there was more complexity to the characters and the story in this series. I enjoy it, but the characters tend to get on my nerves with the things that they do. While it isnt that they go out of character, it is that they are too simple sometimes, they do the predictably stupid things that you know they will, and they dont have a lot of depth. That being said, I do enjoy the mythological aspect. I find the series aimed more toward a younger audience than most YA books that I read more middle grade than high school, perhaps. I am still looking forward to the next in the series though.

It was a very light, easy book so it was easy to listen to, though the voice was a little too annoying to listen for long periods.

Brilliant sequel!

Captivate is book 2 of the Need Pixies series by Carrie Jones. Those of you who have read Need will be familiar with the main characters, and Captivate introduces us to two new characters, Casserdy and Astly. The danger and suspense creep up several notches in this book, but Carrie Jones's trademark witty style, the reason I first fell in love with this series, remains just the same. I couldn't stop listening, and it is read by the same narrator, which is an added bonus. The cliffhanger ending will leave listeners begging for the sequel. A word of advice though, you might want to keep a box of tissues handy. Absolutely brilliant!

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Title: Sucks to Be Me

Subtitle: The All-True Confessions of Mina Hamilton, Teen Vampire (maybe)

Author: Kimberly Pauley

Narrator: Nancy Wu

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 7 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-10-09

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 47 votes

Genres: Teens, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Publisher's Summary:

Mina Hamilton's parents want her dead. (Or undead to be precise.) They're vampires, and like it or not, Mina must decide whether to become a vampire herself. But Mina's more interested in hanging out with best friend Serena and trying to catch the eye of the too-hot-for-high-school Nathan Able than in the vampire training classes she's being forced to take.

How's a girl supposed to find the perfect prom date and pass third-year French when her mom and dad are breathing down her neck - literally?

Members Reviews:

Cute story!

This was a cute vampire story and I was intrigued enough to buy the next in the series, "Still Sucks.....". Different from your normal vampire book, no bloody feedings etc., just a girl in High School trying to deal with everyday teen issues when the parental units drop the bomb. To be.....or not to be a vampire. Like she doesn't have enough junk in her life, Mina must make the big choice. Had a few good one liners and was funny at times. Hope you enjoy it too.

for teenagers

I can enjoy a lot of teen books, but this one was a bit too simple for me i need a bit more plot to hold my interest The narrator did a good job

A great find

I had seen this book numerous times on Audible but was always put off by the cover.

I decided to give it a go as a love Nancy Wu as a Narrater.

I am so pleased I did. A new very amusing take on vampires and their families and friends. I am 40 plus and whilst I am sure itt was initally aimed at a younger audiance I loved it and the follow up novel.

A lot of sass and real belly laughs. I very rarely laugh out loud but this had me turning many a head on the morning tube journey

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Title: The Passion

Subtitle: Dark Visions, Book 3

Author: L. J. Smith

Narrator: Khristine Hvam

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 19 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-08-09

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 54 votes

Genres: Teens, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Publisher's Summary:

Nearly escaping from the evil Mr. Zetes, Kaitlyn Fairchild and her psychic team are dismayed when Gabriel defects to the Institute, and Kaitlyn pretends to betray the group as well in an effort to save her friend.

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©2009 L.J. Smith; (P)2009 Audible, Inc.

Members Reviews:

killer

killer book jjust like all her others where. the story wrapped you in like arms.

The Passion

This is the final book in L. J. Smith's Dark Vision Trilogy. Gabriel Wolf has forsaken his friends and walked back into the waiting arms of the man he once counted his enemy. If she is to save him from himself, Caitlin must do the same. Time is running out if she, Rob, Louis and Anna are to destroy the crystal. This is the most intense book of the trilogy. As Caitlin's position becomes more precarious by the day, her relationship with Gabriel is also poised on a knife edge. Which way will he jump? A great end to a great trilogy.

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Title: Ghost Hunter

Subtitle: Chronicles of Ancient Darkness, Book 6

Author: Michelle Paver

Narrator: Ian McKellen

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 22 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-20-09

Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Limited

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 17 votes

Genres: Teens, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Publisher's Summary:

To fulfill his destiny, Torak must seek his lair in the Mountain of Ghosts. He must defy demons and tokoroths, and find his way through the Gorge of the Hidden People. Wolf must overcome terrible grief. Renn must make an agonizing decision. And in the final battle against the Soul-Eater, Torak must face the most heartrending choice of all.

Members Reviews:

An enthralling conclusion to a great saga.

We held our breath and waited to see if this book could match the high standards of those which preceded it. It was worth the wait, and yes it does come up to standard! As beautifully crafted as before, and impeccably read by Ian McKellen, this is an extremely fitting conclusion to the series.

Torak, Renn, & Wolf find themselves in terrible danger from the remaining Soul-Eater. his tokoroths and the deep magic which the Eagle Owl mage commands. All the clans are threatened, and Torak finds himself fearful to even enter his beloved forest. Dark Fur and Pebble too play their parts and in the end all must make a decision, for as Wolf knows 'No wolf can belong to two packs'.

The final outcome is not without sacrifice on all sides but provides perhaps the most rewarding conclusion to what has become a truly classical piece of writing. The six books stand shoulder to shoulder with other recent classics, including Philip Pullman's much lauded 'Dark Materials' trilogy.

Generations of children will read this series, or listen to Ian's spectacular readings and will be drawn into Torak's world.For this is a world which we can believe, smell and touch, and serves as a reminder to all of us that if we kill our forests, mountains, rivers and lakes, our world too will be consumed by demons.

Thank-you Michelle. Your switch from lawyer to story teller was well worth it!

Just brilliant

One of the best book series I have read and just a perfect ending. Loved it

A fabulous end to a fabulous series

This is the stunning conclusion to Michelle Paver's immensely popular Chronicles Of Ancient Darkness series. As Torak prepares for the final battle his destiny has been leading him towards, Wolf deals with personal grief and Ren, too, must decide where her own destiny lies; with her clan or with Torak. As with all the others, Ghost Hunter is powerful, with beautiful descriptions and completes this spellbinding series. My only regret is that this amazing epic has drawn to a close. I think we can expect more great work from this author in the future.

wonderful

I have enjoyed following this series. Wonderful story and wonderfully presented. Couldn't stop listening. Thanks

sad it's over!

What a wonderful series of books by Michelle Paver, and a wonderful series of performances by Sir Ian McKellen.

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Title: The Faceless Ones

Subtitle: Skulduggery Pleasant, Book 3

Author: Derek Landy

Narrator: Rupert Degas

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 51 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-02-09

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 40 votes

Genres: Teens, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Publisher's Summary:

With all the characters read once again by Rupert Degas 'The Faceless Ones' will enchant, enthral and keep you gripped as they take you through another adventure in this brilliant series.

Members Reviews:

3rd book and the worm is firmly hooked!

Great narrator.

Story is great, easy to grasp without anything being obvious what's to happen next.

Amazing!!!

Put me on the edge of my seat once again. The story always make me think how cool would it be if it was all real!?

A great read for all ages.

One of the children in my class urged me to read the Skulduggery Pleasant books and after much persuading I gave in and my only regret is that I only get two credits a month!

This is the third in the series and sees a continuation of the arc begun in book one. We see all of the characters evolve and the writing remains engaging and surprising in some cases. I was convinced I knew who the villain was only to be surprised by the final reveal.

The narration is superb.

Reignited interest in Series

Bought this for son who had enjoyed reading first, but drifted off half way through second book. He loved it and has now read the two subsequent books himself!

Fantastic fun!

The series gets better and better! Brilliantly read by Rupert Degas, this is one of the best kids series around though it's equally excellent for us adults.

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Title: Faerie Lord

Author: Herbie Brennan

Narrator: James Daniel Wilson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12 hrs and 10 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-31-08

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 66 votes

Genres: Teens, Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Publisher's Summary:

A fantasy lover's dream, this thrilling conclusion to the Faerie Wars Chronicles is a tale of passion, bravery, and intrigue. Narrator James Daniel Wilson perfectly voices this thrilling clash between good and evil.

Members Reviews:

I want to like it, I really do.

I really liked the first two books in the series, but the last two seemed scattered and inconsistent. The underlying stories were still good, but the character development made it seem as though I was listening to a whole new story rather than one with previously established history. Also, Brennan continues to expand the realms, but they don't seem to fit coherently or smoothly with already existing realms... it's as if a great apartheid exists in the faerie world... but it comes off feeling more like a mere plot gimmick of convenience.

Worst of all is the narrator. Contrary to the claim, James Daniel Wilson does not perfectly voice this thrilling clash between good and evil. His character acting would be good, but he overembelishes them to the point of losing the heart of the character. i.e. Mr Fogarty sounds like a menacing old man, rather than the kind, yet grumpy, wise gatekeeper that he is. That mere mild criticism could be overlooked if it was the only issue. But In Mr Wilson attempts to over-act the character readings, he forgets that the author and his personal narrative is also a key character to be presented. Mr Wilson fails to ever provide the mood of the environment or situation when reading the descriptive, non-speaking aspects of the novel. You never get the feeling of whether you're in the palacial palace or a murderous dungeon. Mr Wilson's narration of these aspects are always pleasantly neutral--do not confuse that with monotone or boring--just neutral in a simple matter-of-fact manner.

Mr Wilson has potential, but he simply needs to keep in mind that the Novel itself is a character that needs life breathed into it as much as any one of the characters within the book. He's supposed to be Telling-the-Story, not merely reading the course of events. It's a novel, not a stage script.