M. Sheron
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Falling for Mr Darcy: A Pride & Prejudice Variation
- By: KaraLynne Mackrory
- Narrated by: David Pickering
- Length: 10 hrs and 31 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 176
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 165
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 165
The simple truth is proven that sometimes a gentleman never knows his heart until a lady comes along to introduce it to him. When Mr. Darcy encounters Elizabeth Bennet injured after a fall, his concern for her welfare cracks the shell of his carefully guarded heart, and a charming man emerges. Elizabeth sees an appealing side of him she never believed possible from the stoic, proud master of Pemberley.
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1 out of 5 stars
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to be avoided
- By Tabby Pawlitzki on 05-07-21
Nice variation
Reviewed: 06-29-21
I enjoyed listening to this variation although I prefer a more heated exchange between ODC. The story did not become interesting until halfway through. The narrator did not choose a great voice/tone for Lizzy - it was a bit distracting. A few nice twists in this variation.
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Destiny's Captive
- Destiny, Book 3
- By: Beverly Jenkins
- Narrated by: Thomas Penny
- Length: 9 hrs and 22 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 404
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 371
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 366
Noah Yates fully believes in the joys of a happy family and a good wife. But that's not the life for him. No, he would much rather sail the wild seas in search of adventure, not tied down. But then the unthinkable happens - he finds himself literally tied down. To a bed. By a woman. And Pilar isn't just an ordinary woman. She's descended from pirates. And after giving him one of the worst nights of his life, she steals his ship! Now Noah is on the hunt, and he'll stop at nothing to find this extraordinary woman.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Great story, generic lead female,
- By Shante Nixon on 02-04-16
- Destiny's Captive
- Destiny, Book 3
- By: Beverly Jenkins
- Narrated by: Thomas Penny
Not for the advanced romance reader
Reviewed: 06-25-21
I love this author. Many of her books are in my library. What I don’t like about this book is its elementary plot and character development. The heroine starts off being cunning and clever and as the story progresses she loses that edge. The choice of narrator isn’t right for this story. There is no sense of ethnic identity in his voice. This may be the right story for readers new to BJ. but if you are an avid romance reader you may want to choose another BJ book. I’m writing this with only an hour left - perhaps Peylor (sp) will display the cunning and wit she began with.
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Stay with Me
- Strickland Sisters Series, Book 1
- By: Alexandria House
- Narrated by: Sean Crisden, Mari
- Length: 5 hrs and 32 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 2,773
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 2,572
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 2,569
Twice unlucky in love, natural hair vlogger Angela Strickland has settled into a life centered around avoiding men and relationships like the plague. Unwilling to risk another broken heart, she resigns herself to being a perpetually single woman. Corporate man and self-professed womanizer Ryan Boye doesn't believe in relationships or love and thinks anyone who does is a fool. But there's just something about Angela Strickland he can't shake.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Great story!
- By GibbsWife on 12-18-18
- Stay with Me
- Strickland Sisters Series, Book 1
- By: Alexandria House
- Narrated by: Sean Crisden, Mari
Story excellent, narration not so much
Reviewed: 02-24-21
Like several other reviews the story is really good- the issue is the narration. You can hear the age of the male narrator. It’s not a young voice. It took me to a different place. Neither got the cajun or creole dialect right. Ryan could have been the man of everyone’s dream with another narrator- Jacoki we needed you!! Sorry I spelled it name wrong.
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Duke of Manhattan
- By: Louise Bay
- Narrated by: Saskia Maarleveld, Shane East
- Length: 8 hrs and 14 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 7,722
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 7,108
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 7,086
I was born into British aristocracy, but I've made my fortune in Manhattan. New York is now my kingdom. Back in Britain, my family is fighting over who's the next Duke of Fairfax. The rules say it's me - if I'm married. It's not a trade-off worth making. I could never limit myself to just one woman. Or so I thought until my world is turned upside down. Now, the only way I can save the empire I built is to inherit the title I've never wanted - so I need a wife. To take my mind off business I need a night that's all pleasure.
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5 out of 5 stars
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LOVED LOVED LOVED
- By Ya Book Girl on 06-24-17
- Duke of Manhattan
- By: Louise Bay
- Narrated by: Saskia Maarleveld, Shane East
Nothing but good things to say
Reviewed: 02-18-21
Everything about this audible was great- the story, the narration, and the HEA. The characters were great. No wimpy heroine. Loved her strength. Sexy hero who knows his way around the female anatomy. It’s a romance so there aren’t too many surprises. A few good romp!!
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The Houseguest
- A Pride and Prejudice Vagary
- By: Elizabeth Adams
- Narrated by: Brigid Lohrey
- Length: 13 hrs and 31 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 201
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 184
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 182
When Georgiana Darcy comes to Netherfield to visit her brother, she becomes friends with a neighbor, Elizabeth Bennet. After Miss Darcy has returned to London, she invites her new friend to stay with her at the Darcy home in town, unbeknownst to Mr. Darcy.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Maidens and Matrons
- By BHG on 12-21-16
- The Houseguest
- A Pride and Prejudice Vagary
- By: Elizabeth Adams
- Narrated by: Brigid Lohrey
It started with promise - fell short in the end
Reviewed: 01-31-21
This variation had an excellent start and storyline. Darcy in love, Elizabeth attempting to sketch his character. It includes all the miscommunications and misunderstandings that separate them. The problem is the ending. The romance was always a spark and never a flame. Not a satisfying HEA for ODC.
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Matter of Trust: The Shades of Pemberley
- By: P. O. Dixon
- Narrated by: Pearl Hewitt
- Length: 5 hrs and 48 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 38
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 36
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Story4 out of 5 stars 36
Fitzwilliam Darcy has a history of cleaning up after George Wickham - the person whom he despises more than anyone in the world. First, he acted to save his sister from the villain when he set out to elope with her while she was only 15. Not long thereafter, Darcy impetuously declared his intention to marry a charming young woman from Hertfordshire, whom he secretly admired, to save her from scandal and ruination at the hands of his nemesis. Darcy hoped he had seen the last of Wickham. Then, after three decades abroad, an aunt he never knew showed up on his doorstep shrouded in mystery and armed with secrets threatening his family’s legacy.
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1 out of 5 stars
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Absolutely Bizarre plot
- By Kelly on 09-11-21
- Matter of Trust: The Shades of Pemberley
- By: P. O. Dixon
- Narrated by: Pearl Hewitt
Not a great Darcy
Reviewed: 01-31-21
Was disappointed in the Darcy portrayed in this variation. He was Lord and Master of the manor with only a hint of the man who fell in love with Elizabeth and cared for his sister. Wickham was a great adversary. Darcy’s response to his actions were spiteful rather than heroic. Elizabeth’s character was as you would expect but in the end she just a dutiful wife accepting a less than loving and perfect Darcy. This variation started with promise and ended without allowing for a satisfying HEA.
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People in Hell Want Ice Water
- By: Edan Lepucki
- Narrated by: Dan Bittner
- Length: 1 hr and 21 mins
- Original Recording
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Overall3.5 out of 5 stars 1,112
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 1,010
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Story3.5 out of 5 stars 1,013
In "People in Hell Want Ice Water" - an eerie and suspenseful short story about connection, trust, and self-preservation - a random hookup amidst the COVID-19 pandemic brings two lonely people together when they need it most. Colin is an immunocompromised software engineer living alone in Los Angeles when he meets Martha on an early morning walk. She’s irreverent and mysterious, and although Colin knows better than to invite a stranger into his house, it’s been over 40 days since he’s been touched, and he can’t resist the temptation.
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2 out of 5 stars
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Beyond weird
- By Placeholder on 12-18-20
- People in Hell Want Ice Water
- By: Edan Lepucki
- Narrated by: Dan Bittner
Interesting short story
Reviewed: 01-12-21
This is simple short story about a man and a woman in a relationship during COVID. The dog and the neighbor add dimension. It entertained me while doing some mindless tasks at work. This is a story about what your single male neighbor was doing when you noticed he had a regular female visitor. Enjoy.
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Manology
- Secrets of Your Man’s Mind Revealed
- By: Tyrese Gibson, Rev Run
- Narrated by: Cary Hite
- Length: 8 hrs and 18 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 323
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 285
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Story4 out of 5 stars 288
Manology will help you weed out the cheaters, manipulators, and pimps from the good men, and it will give you the tools to know if your man is the marrying kind. In "Manology after Dark", the guys even give the lowdown on what men need in bed, before and after they put a ring on your finger. Some behavior can't be changed, but as Tyrese and Rev share, it's better to face the truth. Manology is your one source to help you take control of your love life and truly understand your man.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Informative
- By Taneshia C. on 03-03-17
- Manology
- Secrets of Your Man’s Mind Revealed
- By: Tyrese Gibson, Rev Run
- Narrated by: Cary Hite
Imagine a hypnotist....with a swinging fob
Reviewed: 01-05-21
That how I felt listening to these two diametrically opposing views. Both took extreme views on black men and women dating and marriage scenarios. I will admit there is great info in their words but you have to know how to cherry pick it. I appreciate Tyrese’s truth. My takeaway is this book will help women understand how to be with the most desirable (rich,handsome,successful) men. It also provides some insights on the average brother. If you have some experience with men you’ll understand this book better.
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The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl
- By: Issa Rae
- Narrated by: Issa Rae
- Length: 5 hrs and 49 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 9,042
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 7,839
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 7,796
"My name is 'J' and I'm awkward--and Black. Someone once told me those were the two worst things anyone could be. That someone was right. Where do I start?" Being an introvert in a world that glorifies cool isn't easy. But when Issa Rae, the creator of the Shorty Award-winning hit series The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl, is that introvert--whether she's navigating love, work, friendships, or rapping--it sure is entertaining.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Loved
- By Jamila on 02-25-15
- The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl
- By: Issa Rae
- Narrated by: Issa Rae
Black storytelling at its Best
Reviewed: 12-23-20
I can see why storytelling has its place in black culture. It relates to something we know or heard in life. (Issa - we know these stories!!) I so relate to Awkward Black Girl. It resonates with me - cousin stories, black professionals raising millennials, hair, clothing, black peers, and just being a black woman. I have great appreciation for many young black women and Issa is working her magic! We Bomb As$ (black female) Boomers are taking note and being inspired. Thanks Issa!!!
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The Naked Truth
- By: Vi Keeland
- Narrated by: Sebastian York, Andi Arndt
- Length: 8 hrs and 33 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 5,585
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 5,182
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 5,165
It was just a typical Monday. Until the big boss asked me to make the pitch for a prospective new client. After two years on shaky ground at work because of my screw up, an opportunity to impress the senior partners was just what I needed. Or so I thought, until I walked into the conference room and collided with the man I was supposed to pitch to. My coffee spilled, my files tumbled to the ground, and I almost lost my balance. And that was the good part of my day. Because the gorgeous man who crouched down and looked at me like he wanted to eat me alive was none other than my ex.
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5 out of 5 stars
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This isn’t a typical love story.
- By Angelica Quintero on 07-26-18
- The Naked Truth
- By: Vi Keeland
- Narrated by: Sebastian York, Andi Arndt
Couldn't take religous references
Reviewed: 12-15-20
When the good parts come it’s F@&n Jesus F’n Christ, Holy this, God that. After a while it’s too much and while I can appreciate steamy scenes of love and sex, these expressions cause me to cringe - I suspect anyone with respect for spirituality would cringe too. Surely there are better ways to curse or express sexual pleasure & feelings. Vi is an excellent romantic writer. This one was a bit much. Always love Sebastian and Andi
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