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Into the Uncertain
- Rise of the Republic, Book 9
- By: James Rosone, Miranda Watson
- Narrated by: Jonathan Davis
- Length: 13 hrs and 42 mins
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It was a crucial piece of intel, and now they had coordinates for the RNS Freedom. The allies' next move could change the course of everything, but there was just one question: Was the Viceroy's final card to play enough to save the Republic? The Gallentine Emperor isn't pleased. Could Viceroy Miles Hunt lose his place of influence? Sakura and her team had discovered an ancient portal, but it wasn't like the others. After being sealed for thousands of years, would opening it unlock Pandora's box? Were some secrets better left undiscovered? Or would the answers there save them all?
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It’s addictive
- By K. bates on 11-03-24
- Into the Uncertain
- Rise of the Republic, Book 9
- By: James Rosone, Miranda Watson
- Narrated by: Jonathan Davis
Wonderful series. I strongly suggest a listen.
Reviewed: 09-28-24
This is a wonderful series. I have thoroughly enjoyed all parts of it. Unfortunately the reviews left on part one of this series discouraged me from listening to it and getting the rest of the series for 3 years. Eventually I was desperate for something to listen to and downloaded part 1. (I would add my review to part 1 but for some crazy reason Audible won't let me review that audiobook.) I often get bored listening to the same story over many books and don't finish the series, but this one kept my attention all the way through so far. Don't let poor reviews keep you from listening to this. It's a great story.
I only have two small gripes about this book and the series overall. One, the authors must write TV series because they have no idea how to end a novel. A novel typically has an end where at least the story for that book is mostly wrapped up. These books have cliff-hangers just like a TV show would have to get you watch next week. Second, Audible does not have the last 2 books available. I guess I'm left to go to the publisher to get them. Other than these small gripes I could not suggest this series more strongly. I hope some of the authors other series are just as good.
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Jupiter's Travels
- By: Ted Simon
- Narrated by: Rupert Degas, Ted Simon
- Length: 16 hrs and 51 mins
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On October 6, 1973, Ted Simon knew there was no going back. He loaded up his 500cc Triumph Tiger in the pouring rain and said good-bye to London. Over four years he rode 64,000 miles round the world. Breakdowns, revolutions, war, a spell in prison, and a Californian commune were all part of his experience, which was colored variously by utter despair and unimaginable joy. He was treated as a spy, a god, a welcome stranger and a curiosity
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It's a lot more than a story, a lot more!
- By john on 10-08-15
- Jupiter's Travels
- By: Ted Simon
- Narrated by: Rupert Degas, Ted Simon
I just can't.
Reviewed: 01-18-23
I just can't keep trying to listen. This book is poorly written and the reading is even worse than the writing That combined with the fact that the book is about an idiot who didn't kill himself over and over simply because he was lucky. I just can't continue.
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The Eye of the World
- Book One of The Wheel of Time
- By: Robert Jordan
- Narrated by: Rosamund Pike
- Length: 32 hrs and 55 mins
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Moiraine Damodred arrives in Emond’s Field on a quest to find the one prophesized to stand against The Dark One, a malicious entity sowing the seeds of chaos and destruction. When a vicious band of half men, half beasts invade the village seeking their master’s enemy, Moiraine persuades Rand al’Thor and his friends to leave their home and enter a larger unimaginable world filled with dangers waiting in the shadows and in the light.
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A fresh take on a classic
- By Sarazeen Saif Ahana on 11-18-21
- The Eye of the World
- Book One of The Wheel of Time
- By: Robert Jordan
- Narrated by: Rosamund Pike
Beautiful narration of a wonderful book
Reviewed: 12-28-21
Rosamund Pike did a wonderful job narrating this book. I hope she continues through the rest of them. Nothing against the narration of Kramer and Reading which I have come to love, but it's always nice to hear a different voice read the same words. It's also nice to know that at least one person involved in The Wheel of Time TV series knows the real story as written by Robert Jordan. It seems Pike may be the only one who has actually read the book.
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Ready Player Two
- A Novel
- By: Ernest Cline
- Narrated by: Wil Wheaton
- Length: 13 hrs and 46 mins
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Days after winning OASIS founder James Halliday’s contest, Wade Watts makes a discovery that changes everything. Hidden within Halliday’s vaults, waiting for his heir to find it, lies a technological advancement that will once again change the world and make the OASIS a thousand times more wondrous - and addictive - than even Wade dreamed possible. With it comes a new riddle, and a new quest - a last Easter egg from Halliday, hinting at a mysterious prize. And an unexpected, impossibly powerful, and dangerous new rival awaits, one who’ll kill millions to get what he wants.
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Heartbreakingly Disappointing and Insulting
- By Marcus Haynes on 11-28-20
- Ready Player Two
- A Novel
- By: Ernest Cline
- Narrated by: Wil Wheaton
Somehow rated 4.3 stars even though we all hate it
Reviewed: 02-19-21
At the current time this book is rated 4.3 stars, but I had to go pages into the reviews to find anyone rating it well, let alone 5 stars. (And the first of those I found was likely paid for.) So here's my poor rating and review to add to the collection.
While I'm pretty turned off by all the WOKE BS, just like so many others, that isn't my biggest complaint. My biggest complaint is that the nostalgia in this book is my nostalgia, but it is presented in such an utterly stupid fashion as to make me sorry I went down the road of reminiscence. I'd kind of like to listen to the ending, but every two to three minutes I find myself checking to see if the book is almost over. "When will it be over?" With three hours and 20 minutes remaining it will probably be over before the book actually ends. I don't think I can take it anymore.
The moral of the story? Always be Player One because Player two sucks at this game.
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I, Asimov
- A Memoir
- By: Isaac Asimov
- Narrated by: Jon Lindstrom
- Length: 24 hrs and 13 mins
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Arguably the greatest science fiction writer who ever lived, Isaac Asimov also possessed one of the most brilliant and original minds of our time. His accessible style and far-reaching interests in subjects ranging from science to humor to history earned him the nickname "the Great Explainer". I. Asimov is his personal story - vivid, open, and honest - as only Asimov himself could tell it.
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This great book is now an unabridged release!
- By NM on 12-16-20
- I, Asimov
- A Memoir
- By: Isaac Asimov
- Narrated by: Jon Lindstrom
Human
Reviewed: 01-19-21
As prolific as he is many of us readers think of Asimov as transcendent in many ways. Somehow superhuman. Turns out he sees himself that way as well. There are so many things to like about this guy and so many things about him that I find distasteful. I can't decide if I would have liked to have known him or not. The thing is we are all that way. That is what makes us human. What I admire most about Isaac Asimov after listening to his memoir is that he knew all of this. As much as he thought of himself, and he tells us time and time again how much he admired himself, he knew he had faults and didn't try to hide that fact. I don't agree with a lot of his opinions but I respect that they were his opinions. I freely admit to not having read much more than his science fiction, which is a small part of his contribution to literature, but I'm grateful for his stories as I have enjoyed them immensely.
As for this book,..It's as well written and fun to listen to as his Sci-Fi and the reader did a fantastic job.
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The Ickabog
- By: J.K. Rowling
- Narrated by: Stephen Fry
- Length: 7 hrs and 52 mins
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The kingdom of Cornucopia was once the happiest in the world. It had plenty of gold, a king with the finest moustache you could possibly imagine, and butchers, bakers, and cheesemongers whose exquisite foods made a person dance with delight when they ate them. Everything was perfect - except for the misty Marshlands to the north, which, according to legend, were home to the monstrous Ickabog. Anyone sensible knew that the Ickabog was just a myth to scare children into behaving. But the funny thing about myths is that sometimes they take on a life of their own.
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Oh, dear...
- By ili pika on 11-11-20
- The Ickabog
- By: J.K. Rowling
- Narrated by: Stephen Fry
Expected more for this author
Reviewed: 01-19-21
I was looking forward to another great story from J.K. Rowling. Turns out after the first hour I couldn't wait for this book to get over. I was hoping it would get better as the story went on, but it never did. I wouldn't recommend this book in any way to any one.
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So Long, Lollipops
- Until The End of the World Novella
- By: Sarah Lyons Fleming
- Narrated by: Julia Whelan
- Length: 3 hrs and 12 mins
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Peter watched his new family drive away, certain it was the last time he'd ever see them. But sometimes plans go awry in the best way. Now, the plan is to get back to them. But sometimes plans go awry in the worst way. Sometimes the only plan is to believe it will be all right, even when it's almost impossible to believe.
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Zombie, Chick Lit
- By Jim "The Impatient" on 12-30-15
- So Long, Lollipops
- Until The End of the World Novella
- By: Sarah Lyons Fleming
- Narrated by: Julia Whelan
Not your typical zombie gore fest
Reviewed: 08-08-20
When I started this book, which I got for free, thanks Audible, I was disappointed to find it was a zombie apocalypse book. I love apocalypse, but not zombies. As I listened I was glad to find the story was really about the characters and not so much about the zombies. The characters are driven by the fact that there are zombies and there are of course zombie scares/attacks, but the story is really about the characters. I love the way Sarah Lyons Fleming writes and hope the rest of the series, which I'm about to purchase, is written the same. Her writing reminds me of some of the best character driven writing of my favorite horror author.
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Cut and Run
- A Light-Hearted Dark Comedy
- By: Ben Acker, Ben Blacker
- Narrated by: Meg Ryan, D’Arcy Carden, Sam Richardson, and others
- Length: 2 hrs and 44 mins
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Samantha is a professional seductress and con artist with a heart of gold. If she talked about her work, she’d tell you she only pilfers organs for medical research and that she only takes one kidney, and she only steals those kidneys from dishonest people. It’s hell on her social life. Abe is the doctor and Sam's partner in crime. He isn’t much of a criminal. Except for the kidney stealing. But he’s using that money to fund his research that he anticipates will be able to cure diabetes. So, all for a good cause...? You decide. Of course, it's hell on his social life.
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Dumb and funny
- By R. MCRACKAN on 02-01-20
- Cut and Run
- A Light-Hearted Dark Comedy
- By: Ben Acker, Ben Blacker
- Narrated by: Meg Ryan, D’Arcy Carden, Sam Richardson, Rachel Bloom, Ed Begley Jr., Thomas Lennon, Eugene Cordero, full cast
This was free. You get what you pay for.
Reviewed: 03-04-20
I listened to this garbage for 30 minutes and just couldn't take it anymore. I'm so glad I didn't pay for it. Even so I kinda still want my money back.
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Odd Billy Todd
- By: N. C. Reed
- Narrated by: Christopher Lane
- Length: 25 hrs and 17 mins
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Billy Todd has always been different. Most people called him odd, and those were the nice people. Though he was born with a learning disability, Billy's parents never allowed him to consider himself disabled. Raised to be self-sufficient, Billy might not be as smart as some, but he was a lot smarter than people realized.
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Odd Billy Todd is fantastic
- By bebe on 08-16-19
- Odd Billy Todd
- By: N. C. Reed
- Narrated by: Christopher Lane
What a fantastic book
Reviewed: 11-09-19
Odd Billy Todd is easily my second favorite post apocalyptic book very close behind The Stand. When I bought this book I had no idea what to expect. I kind of bought it on a whim and figured if I didn't like it I could return it. What I want to do is return to the world of Odd Billy Todd. I certainly hope Reed decides to continue the story because I can't wait to hear what happens next. The only downside to this book, if I have to find one, is the ending seemed kind of abrupt. Don't get me wrong it was a great ending, but I like when authors wrap up all of the little pieces. Unless of course they are going to continue the story. Here's hoping.
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The Old Man and the Sea
- By: Ernest Hemingway
- Narrated by: Donald Sutherland
- Length: 2 hrs and 28 mins
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The Old Man and the Sea is one of Hemingway's most enduring works. Told in language of great simplicity and power, it is the story of an old Cuban fisherman, down on his luck, and his supreme ordeal, a relentless, agonizing battle with a giant marlin far out in the Gulf Stream. Here Hemingway recasts, in strikingly contemporary style, the classic theme of courage in the face of defeat, of personal triumph won from loss.
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Truly a Classic
- By Dave on 07-01-08
- The Old Man and the Sea
- By: Ernest Hemingway
- Narrated by: Donald Sutherland
Why were we so afraid of this book in High School?
Reviewed: 07-27-19
For me this is the summer of the classics. I'm listening to classic books that I have not read before. The Old Man and the Sea is one of those books that we hated the very idea of reading when I was in English Lit in High School. I remember being made to read a passage of 8 pages or so and getting the idea that the story was montonously about a man on the sea going up and down over waves over and over again for most of the pages of the book and wondering why anyone would want to read, much less write about it.
How wrong I was! This is a fantastic book!!! It was well written, well read, and very engaging. I could feel the struggle of both the old man and the great fish and found myself rooting for both as it seemed the old man himself was doing. I'm so glad I decided to put aside my prejudice against this book and listen to it. I'll probably cue it up again and listen for a 2nd time before summer is over.
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