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Title: The Mark and the Void

Author: Paul Murray

Narrator: Charlie Anson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 14 hrs and 4 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-30-15

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of The Mark and the Void by Paul Murray, read by Charlie Anson.

What links the Bank of Torabundo, www.myhotswaitress.com (yes, hots with an s, don't ask), an art heist, a novel called For Love of a Clown, a four-year-old boy named after TV detective Remington Steele, a lonely French banker, a tiny Pacific island, and a pest control business run by an ex-KGB man? You've guessed it....

The Mark and the Void is a stirring examination of the deceptions carried out in the names of art, love and commerce - and is also probably the funniest novel ever written about a financial crisis.

Members Reviews:

Well read - and with patches of brilliance...

...but I was disappointed that this book did not reach the standard of Skippy Dies, which I really loved. I didn't want this book to be the same, but I did want it to be as good. In my opinion, it isn't.

The trademark dark humour is there but only in patches really; and I was not gripped by the story.

The narration was very good.

A modern day masterpiece!

Without saying too much, this was one of the most relevant, articulate, inspiring and lucid books I've ever had the pleasure of listening to.

I now know what everyone I know is getting for Christmas this year!

Intelligent writing that translAtes well to audio

Set in ireland in pre crash banking, various characters play out their different stories. There is a lot of humour and an anti capitalist theme, with touches of nihilism. Interesting points are made about human overpopulation ..yes there are way too many of us . There was a bit too much shouty dialogue in places that i hit forward on ..but overall this is a thought provoking listen as well as a good story that got me laughing a lot.

My favourite narrator to date!

I thoroughly enjoyed Charles Anson's performance of this book which made it easy to listen to and hard to put down. The story is good with some very funny lines, I recommend!

Trying too hard? Hilarious - but only in patches

The Mark and the Void is set in Dublin with the country facing the consequences of the financial crash. The characters include loadsamoney bankers and economic migrants all aiming to survive. Not perhaps the most obvious or promising environment for hilarity? But I liked Skippy Dies sufficiently to give it a go.

I got into it quickly and some early sections I found really very funny - read with great pace by a narrator who handles many different accents consistently and well. Some of Murray's observations are not just witty but sometimes so sharply observed that I had to pause the book and listen again to appreciate some genuinely deep observation, delivered with dry humour among some more slapstick scenes.

Unfortunately for me the book lost pace and direction about a quarter of the way through and by half-way I wasn't even sure I would stick with it to the end. I did finish it and am glad because there were more chapters that I enjoyed, but overall it was too patchy for my taste.

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Title: Twelve Months

Author: Steven Manchester

Narrator: Aaron Abano

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 15 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-30-15

Publisher: Audible Studios

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Don DiMarco has a very good life - a family he loves, a comfortable lifestyle, passions and interests that keep him amused. He also thought he had time, but that turned out not to be the case. Faced with news that might have immediately felled most, Don now wonders if he has time enough. Time enough to show his wife the romance he didnt always lavish on her. Time enough to live out his most ambitious fantasies. Time enough to close the circle on some of his most aching unresolved relationships. Summoning an inner strength he barely realized he possessed, Don sets off to prove that twelve months is time enough to live a life in full. A glorious celebration of each and every moment that were given here on Earth as well as the eternal bonds that we all share, Twelve Months is a stirring testament to the power of the human spirit.

©2012 Steven Manchester (P)2015 Audible, Inc.

Critic Reviews:

An undeniable heart-tugging read that you will not forget and leave you with a feeling of serenity. An extraordinary read! Not only do I highly recommend this book but would absolutely state that it is a must read! (CMash Reads Reviews)

"Twelve Months has got to be one of the most poignant and emotional novels Ive ever read.... I loved this book and highly recommend it! Just make sure you have the tissues handy. (Minding Spot)

Twelve Months is a beautiful, heart-warming, and necessary read for all, especially those caught up in the monotonous schedule of work, food, TV (or other techno gadgets), et al. Steven Manchester writes about life as it really is and really could be! Terrific! (Crystal Book)

Members Reviews:

A very heartfelt novel!

As I always do I thoroughly enjoyed this novel! Steven Manchester is one of my favorite authors. His writing style is so unique. Always engaging, told in a way that makes you feel like you're right there as things unfold. Although a tear jerker, this was one of my favorite novels. It got to the heart of family, feelings, life and death. Great job Mr. Manchester, keep them coming!

Don't let your situation determine your attitude-live it like Don!

I love reading about places. This sounds simple and it is, yet Steven Manchester drew a line in the sand at the very beginning of his story giving this protagonist a choice- give in and quit now, fight, or live. Live...live...live each day cherishing and doing and learning. I love all the locations mentioned in this book but Manchester goes beyond the map- he seeks to draw out raw emotion, stark reality, and brings us to the one place that really matters- that place in our hearts that, when we are young, is self-serving, denying and prideful. Then he brings us full circle in that place as the characters must reckon with the brevity of illness, past deeds and the present. Some of Don Di Marco's thoughts resonated with me. I know what it is like to be given a timeline, to think of all the things I haven't said yet, to dream about seeing my daughter be successful in her life and knowing I probably won't be here for it. When God winks at us reminding us that our mortality is in His hands, we quickly whip around looking back at our mistakes. We want to fix our wrongs, to make amends, to find peace with the ghosts who have followed us throughout our lives. While this book is fiction, there is nothing about it that might not be Everyman. No event in the book is hard to believe, unrealistic, or impossible.

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Title: Scarlett Point

Author: Chris Ewan

Narrator: Kris Dyer

Format: Unabridged

Length: 42 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-23-15

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Scarlett Point is a short story from the best-selling author of Safe House.

Cutler is a man with a secret, camping by the coast on the Isle of Man. Luke is a young boy hunting for an elusive treasure from an incomplete map. Their lives collide at Scarlett Point in a story about trust, redemption and how sometimes you find what you most need when youre searching for something else.

Chris Ewans latest standalone thriller is Dark Tides.

Safe House, his first standalone thriller, was a number one best seller in 2012 and was shortlisted for the Theakstons Old Peculier Crime Novel of the Year Award. Dead Line, his second thriller, was published in 2013.

Critic Reviews:

"A leading member of the new generation of thriller writers." (Daily Mail)

"Ewan has become a master storyteller." (Ann Cleeves)

"A rising star of the genre." (Simon Kernick)

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Titre: La tasse de thé

Auteur: Sylvie Guggenheim

Narrateur: Véronique Boudes

Format: Abridged

Durée: 24 mins

Langue: Français

Date de publication: 07-22-15

Éditeur: ABS-Multimédias

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Résumé de l'éditeur:

Le Noël prévu par Isaline pour sa famille sera parfait. Elle a tout organisé dans les moindres détails sans sortir de chez elle...

©2015 Sylvie Guggenheim (P)2015 ABS-Multimédias

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Title: The Bones of You

Author: Debbie Howells

Narrator: Charlie Sanderson, Jenny Funnell

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 1 min

Language: English

Release date: 07-16-15

Publisher: Pan Macmillan Publishers Ltd.

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

"I have a gardener's inherent belief in the natural order of things. Soft-petalled flowers that go to seed. The resolute passage of the seasons. Swallows that fly thousands of miles to follow the eternal summer.

Children who don't die before their parents."

A community in shock

When eighteen-year-old Rosie Anderson disappears, the idyllic village where she lived will never be the same again. Local gardener Kate is struck with guilt. She'd come to know Rosie well, and thought she understood her - perhaps better even than Rosie's own mother.

A family torn apart

Rosie was beautiful, kind and gentle. She came from a loving family and she had her whole life ahead of her. Who could possibly want to harm her? And why?

A keeper of secrets

Kate is convinced the police are missing something. She's certain that someone in the village knows more than they're letting on. As the investigation deepens, so does Kate's obsession with solving the mystery of what happened to Rosie.

Critic Reviews:

"This is a book about secrets and deception, the story told from alternating points of view and time frames, with Rosies voice coming through in her own dedicated chapters. A debut psychological thriller thats intricately plotted, from a writer with a promising feature." (Choice Magazine)

"This is not a fast-paced, edge-of-the-seat crime story but a psychological thriller about the dark side of suburban England where finely pruned rose bushes hide what lies beneath." (The Daily Express)

"Thrilling reads you cant resist." (The Daily Express)

"On the Bookshelf." (Choice Magazine)

Members Reviews:

Compelling

I placed this book on my wish list after reading a recommendation in a magazine. So glad I did throughly enjoyed the story the characters and the use of Rosie dictation.

Slow-burner

The Bones of You was slow to get started but once I got used to the pace of the story I was hooked. I enjoyed Rosie's narration the most which allowed the story to slowly unravel, exposing the truth.

I'm not sure why the horse had to die, it seemed unnecessary! Also the police involvement was minimal which seemed unbelievable at times.

Overall I enjoyed this novel and would recommend to others.

I give this book 3 stars.

Something to pass the time No great story

"The Bones Of You is the first book I have read by this author chosen as it was a recommendation of Richard and Judy bookclub. I would say it was written well with some dark moments.

The narrative was ok

A small Sussex time sees the disappearance of Rosie. Kate knew her as she helped out with her horses and her daughter Grace was approximately the same age. Kate tries to help Rosies mother Joanna who seemingly has the world at her feet. Her husband is a famous TV journalist. She has two perfect daughters with money and a big home.

Rosie is one of the book narrators seeing the movie of her life, she tells the reader the reality of living in her family.

Revelations are slowly drip fed to the reader with Kate and Rosie alternating chapters.

I guessed quite quickly where this was ultimately going.

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Title: Mrs Griffin Sends her Love

Subtitle: And Other Writings

Author: Miss Read

Narrator: Jilly Bond

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 55 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-09-15

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

From organising the school summer fete - 'Because of our inability to recognise our climatic shortcomings from the outset, arrangements for outdoor jollities get completely out of hand' - to the sometimes rather odd passions of childhood - 'I collect stones with holes in them' - Miss Read captures the essence of rural life, and in particular of village schools, as only she can. This collection also includes extracts from her letters: 'Michael Joseph wrote after the Observer thing and is throwing out feelers for a book. I shall know if he still feels like it - me too! - after we've met'. It will also include an Introduction on how 'Miss Read' was first created:

Miss Read was born fully clothed in sensible garments and aged about forty. She was born, in fact, when I was struggling to write my first book and needed a village schoolmistress as the narrator.

Critic Reviews:

"The writing is an evocative ticket back to the 1950s and 60s: delightful tales of country life, which will stir memories in those old enough to remember and charm those young enough not to have those memories.... Anyone who takes pleasure in tales of times past, and the interesting trivia that make up everyday life will revel in this book. It's a delight from start to finish." (Oxford Times)

Members Reviews:

enjoyable dip into the past

interesting mixture of country life when children had a real childhood in a now vanishing world

excellent narator

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Title: I Followed the Rules

Author: Joanna Bolouri

Narrator: Susie Riddell

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 57 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-02-15

Publisher: Quercus

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Have you heard of The Rules of Engagement? It's a book that promises to teach you to find the man of your dreams in 10 easy steps. Unsurprisingly, I don't own a copy. What is it, 1892?

But I'm a journalist, and I've promised to follow it to the letter and write about the results. Never mind that my friends think I'm insane, I'm stalking men all over town, and I can't keep my mouth shut at the best of times.

My name is Cat Buchanan. I'm 36 years old and live with my daughter in Glasgow. I've been single for six years, but that's about to change. After all, I'm on a deadline. I Followed the Rules and this is what happened.

Critic Reviews:

"Raunchy and hilarious...you'll be laughing all the way to the beach!" (Sun on The List)

Members Reviews:

Brilliant - funny - feel good!

If you could sum up I Followed the Rules in three words, what would they be?

Funny, feel-good, captivating

Who was your favorite character and why?

I love the main character - she has the perfect blend of honest humour.

Have you listened to any of Susie Riddells other performances? How does this one compare?

This is the first and I would definitely listen again

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

It constantly made me laugh - the first ever adudio book to succeed in doing so. The main character's honest sarcasm is hilarious.

The best book I've ever heard (or read for that matter!)

I love this author! She is absolutely hilarious. The reader of the story could not be more perfect for the character. The changes in accents and voices were not at all cringeworthy (let's admit! Sometimes it can be!).

I loved every single second of the story. I'll be getting her other book and keeping an eye out for more from this author! Loved it!!

Humerous story, easy listening

I've enjoyed this light hearted and unchallenging listen, listened to it from start to finish this afternoon while off work feeling poorly. Just the thing to cheer me up - made me laugh out loud in places. Loved the Scottish accent of the narrator, and thought she did an excellent job with all the different voices and accents. Easy on the ear, and well paced.

Brilliant book!

I absolutely loved this. It's not for everyone as it is a very modern story but I think it is brilliant. I had a smile on my face all the way through the second half. It is original, witty with a feel good factor. Just what I love. The narration starts off quite pacey but you soon get into it and it is excellently read.

Excellent narration

Well read, Susie Riddell, you really made the story come alive, will be looking for more audio books read by you best wishes Jeannette x

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Title: Second Life

Subtitle: A Novel

Author: S. J. Watson

Narrator: Susan Lyons

Format: Unabridged

Length: 13 hrs and 4 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-09-15

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 5 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Julias life is comfortable, if unremarkable, until her sisters brutal murder opens old wounds. She finds solace in her sisters best friend, Sophie, but when Sophie reveals the extent of her sisters online life, Julia becomes convinced that the truth about her death lies deep in the dark, sordid world of online chatrooms and Internet sex.

What begins as Julias search for the truth about her sister quickly turns into an exploration of herself and her own desires. After all, the Internet is her playground, and why be just one thing when you can be as many as you like? What could possibly go wrong? After all, its only cybersex, isnt it? No ones going to get hurt.

But then she meets the dark and mysterious Lukas in an online chat room, and things begin to get very dangerous indeed.

Members Reviews:

Misery loves company...

Julia's life is pretty good. She has a husband and son whom she loves and who love her. But her comfortable life is smashed into pieces when her beloved younger sister, Kate, is murdered in a seemingly random attack in an alley in Paris. When the weeks drag by and the police seem no nearer finding the murderer, Julia decides to take matters into her own hands. She has learned from Kate's friend, Anna, that Kate had been using online sites to indulge in fantasy sex with strangers, and had sometimes met up with men she'd encountered there. So Julia decides to visit some of these sites herself to see if she can trace any of the men who knew Kate. Soon she has embroiled herself in a situation that threatens everything she holds dear, and she has to try to find a way out...

Oh dear! I'm sure there will be a million glowing reviews for this book, and it undoubtedly has some good points. But it's yet another of these woeful misery-fests that have taken over bookworld recently - a first person present tense monologue from a narrator who is utterly miserable even before her sister is murdered, so you can imagine how cheery she is afterwards. There really ought to be some kind of rating system on the back of books to let people know in advance:

Sex - yes, lots and lots, both real and virtual, but not overly graphic

Foul language - occasional, but I've read far worse

Length - roughly twice as long as it needed to be

Humour - none, nada, not the slightest glimmer, not even unintentional

Misery - oh yes! Plenty! Enough to reduce the happiness quotient of the planet by at least 5%

Credibility - not much, and gets less as the book wears on

The first half of the book really drags with nothing much happening except Julia telling us how grief-stricken she is. A brutal edit of this section could have made a huge difference to the whole book. There were so many points where I really just didn't want to go on with it - had it not been a review copy, I'd undoubtedly have given up. Not only is Julia dealing with her grief and her feelings of inadequacy as a parent to her adopted son, but she's also a recovering alcoholic, so every few pages we are treated to her wishing she could have a drink and talking herself out of it. Am I really the only person in the world who is bored, bored, bored with reading about alcoholics? Especially when, as with this one, it had very little relevance to the plot.

The second half is much better once the plot finally begins to move.

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Title: The Field of the Cloth of Gold

Author: Magnus Mills

Narrator: Gareth Armstrong

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 31 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-02-15

Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

In a lush meadow, bounded by dense forest and a sparkling river, the flags of several tents flutter in the breeze, rich with the promise of halcyon days. Yet all is not as tranquil as it may seem: The balance of power wrought between the occupants of The Great Field, as it is properly known, is a delicate one, and relationships are stretched to breaking point when a new, large and disciplined group offers to share its surplus of milk pudding. Only the narrator acknowledges the gesture, but by forging links with the newcomers, he becomes a conduit for change, change that threatens The Great Field.

Members Reviews:

Mills brings it all together

What did you like most about The Field of the Cloth of Gold?

Mills tells tales of our times and of human behaviour with a dead pan humour and spot on observations. He contrasts the joy of life with the urge to order it like no other author.

Who was your favorite character and why?

All characters are integrated and one would not have a point without the others. That said, it is not the characters that really builds the novel but the interaction between them.

Have you listened to any of Gareth Armstrongs other performances? How does this one compare?

I haven't listened to Gareth Armstrong before but he found a perfect tone for the text.

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

It really was a one session book in the garden.

Any additional comments?

This novel sort of brings all other Mills books together.

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Title: How Much Living Can You Buy?

Author: Laurel Saville

Narrator: Jessica Almasy

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 26 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-12-15

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Her father left years ago, her mother is dissolving into gin and cigarettes, and her brother has lost himself to drugs. In these four linked stories, a young woman tries to come to terms with the addiction and desertion that caused her family to crumble. Treading in lonely territory, yet tinged with hope, How Much Living Can You Buy? shows a smart, gritty young woman faced with a choice: resign herself to the ways of her family and a slow slide into despair, or deliberately create a meaningful life where she can love and be loved.

Members Reviews:

nice story.

Quick read, nice story.

a good read

Very well written set of short stories. Author's words are very precise and descriptive. Somewhat depreessing topics. However, interesting, worth reading and experiencing. Recommended.

Glad it was as short as it was

Not s very exciting read. Glad it was as short as it was.