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by | December 25, 2015 · 7:57 pm

Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard, Narrated by Amanda Dolan

Red Queen (Red Queen, #1)Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The audiobook of this was wonderful. Narrated by Amanda Dolan, I fell into this story easily. Her voices consistent, I cannot imagine anyone else narrating these books.

This story seems familiar, and like the somewhat typical story of an undesirable rising to power by luck and chance, but it is more. I felt like I’d heard this story many times, but since I enjoy it, I didn’t mind. Then suddenly after I’d listened to about 80% of the book, something changed.

I’ve read reviews where people gave up reading this book 40%, 50%, 60% into the story, because they were bored. Don’t be them. Wait for it…

Wait for it…

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by | December 21, 2015 · 12:39 am

The Short Life of Sparrows by Emm Cole, Narrated by Pamela Lorence

The Short Life of SparrowsThe Short Life of Sparrows by Emm Cole
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I did not see this story coming! I figured I’d give it a listen, and find myself entertained by the usual YA type of book. I was so wrong, and so happy to be wrong. The only assumption that can be safely made about Emm Cole’s book is that it is about young adults. Past that, it’s nothing I expected.

A town filled with secrets, magic, and terrible visions is just the beginning of what makes this story strange and fascinating at the same time. The narrator, Pamela Lorence, did a wonderful job. Her voice is easy to listen to, which made it easy for me to “read” for long periods.

If you know of any young adults (or not so young, such as myself) who are in need of something to read, this will not disappoint!

*I received a free copy of the audiobook for an honest review.

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by | August 23, 2015 · 1:57 am

Botanicaust by Tam Linsey (Goodreads Author), Meghan Kelly (Goodreads Author) (Narrator)

BotanicaustBotanicaust by Tam Linsey
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book was very interesting. It had a scifi/post apocalyptic thing going on, which I enjoyed very much. I was happily enthralled with the story until the final 1/4 of the book when it turned into a scary religious debate. This killed the end of the book for me. A little bit might have been fine, and fitting, but it took over the story in the end. This is why I gave this 4 out of 5 stars. The writing was good, and the story in general was fantastic.

Narrated by Meghan Kelly: Ms. Kelly did an awesome job! Her voices were appropriate, distinct, and consistent. I would absolutely listen to her again.

Disclosure: I received the audible copy in return for an honest review.

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by | August 14, 2015 · 1:55 am

The Magpies by Mark Edwards (Goodreads Author), Elliot Hill (Narrator)

The MagpiesThe Magpies by Mark Edwards
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A couple buys a flat, meets their neighbors, and hangs with them. Everything seems fine, they all get along… don’they? Apparently not. Read The Magpies and you’ll find out why.

I’m not sure how to review this novel. In the end, I liked it. It was getting to the end that was unusual for me. I am used to horror/thriller novels that are in your face, obviously some stuff is about to go down, type of feeling. The Magpies is more of a slow build, but you’re not entirely sure of what is building, and therefore unsure of where the story might go.

I think this is intentional since the novel is based on the personal experience of the author. Now that you know this, you’re curious aren’t you? I hope so, give it a go.

Elliot Hill (Narrator): Mr. Hill has a wonderful voice, and did a superb job with his narration. His voices were spot on.

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by | August 11, 2015 · 1:53 am

As Night Falls by Jenny Milchman (Goodreads Author), Susie Berneis (Narrator)

As Night FallsAs Night Falls by Jenny Milchman
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Intense is the first word that comes to mind when I think about this book. I liked the story, it’s one that has been told before. The difference with this story is that there is more as to the why it’s happening, and not just a focus on the current situation.

For me, while it was excellent writing and amazing storytelling, the back story just pissed me off! So much so, that it made it hard to want to continue. Of course I pushed forward, because I just HAD to know what was going to happen.

Narrated by Susie Berneis: She did a wonderful job with the voices, and easily had me into the story right away. She was perfect for this novel.

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by | April 23, 2015 · 11:38 pm

Next up: Pandemic (Infected #3) by Scott Sigler

Pandemic (Infected #3)

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The explosive conclusion to the New York Times bestselling trilogy that began with Infected and Contagious. 

The alien intelligence that unleashed two horrific assaults on humanity has been destroyed. But before it was brought down in flames, it launched one last payload-a tiny soda-can-sized canister filled with germs engineered to wreak new forms of havoc on the human race. That harmless-looking canister has languished under thousands of feet of water for years, undisturbed and impotent…until now. 

Days after the new disease is unleashed, a quarter of the human race is infected. Entire countries have fallen. And our planet’s fate now rests on a small group of unlikely heroes, racing to find a cure before the enemies surrounding them can close in. 

– Goodreads

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Short and Sweet Review: The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins

The Girl on the TrainThe Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Overall, this was a good story. It was a different way to go about introducing a murder mystery, making the reader wonder what was real, or imagined. I was able to figure out who the guilty person was very early in the book, but the writing was good, and will keep many people guessing until the second part of the book.

This story reminded me of Rear Window. A person stuck in his apartment with a broken leg, and he spends all his time watching the lives of the people living across the courtyard, through their apartment windows. Then, something bad happens. Same basic setup, but The Girl on the Train has some interesting twists.

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by | March 11, 2015 · 1:51 am

God Is Dead by Ron Currie Jr.

God Is DeadGod Is Dead by Ron Currie Jr.

Starting this book for a book club. Not normally something I would choose to read, but we shall see.

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by | September 15, 2010 · 6:49 pm

Firefly, and Guilty Pleasures

I’ve decided to alternate between reading and TV during my downtime. Firefly I own, and haven’t watched it in awhile, so I’m loving that. I am re-reading Guilty Pleasures audible style this time, and am enjoying the simple, sexy read. After creating my own non-profit organization, I’m beat, and need some mindless fun. School is great, but my brain cells like to chill when time allows.

Peace.

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