Audiobook: The audio was like an old radio show with various readers and fun sound effects. A new genre was born - detective novels. Read for bookclubAudiobook: The audio was like an old radio show with various readers and fun sound effects. A new genre was born - detective novels. Read for bookclub. ...more
Audiobook. historical fiction; the story of a young Czech mother whose family is victimized by the Nazis during World War Two. I knew nothing of the BAudiobook. historical fiction; the story of a young Czech mother whose family is victimized by the Nazis during World War Two. I knew nothing of the Brown Sisters who were charged with capturing babies and young children to be raised as the future of the Reich; learning is a benefit of reading!
Audiobook. Dual timeline story, London setting. Mudlarking in the Thames leads a woman from Ohio on a quest to discover the story of an old medicinal Audiobook. Dual timeline story, London setting. Mudlarking in the Thames leads a woman from Ohio on a quest to discover the story of an old medicinal vile. The reader for the apothecary Nella was perfect in creating the ambiance of the time (1791) and the personality of the character. ...more
Audiobook. Non-fiction. Polish Jewess poses as a Countess to bring food and medicine to Poles incarcerated in Nazi concentration camps. Developed fromAudiobook. Non-fiction. Polish Jewess poses as a Countess to bring food and medicine to Poles incarcerated in Nazi concentration camps. Developed from her personal account as well as extensive research tracing the truths of her life story. ...more
Audiobook. Based on the experiences of Rudolph Vrba during WWII. Attempting to escape from Slovakia at the beginnings of the war at 19, he was captureAudiobook. Based on the experiences of Rudolph Vrba during WWII. Attempting to escape from Slovakia at the beginnings of the war at 19, he was captured and ended up in Auschwitz prison camp. He and a fellow captive were driven to reveal to the world what the Nazis were doing to their prisoners and were determined to escape. It is a poignant story of survival, perseverance and concern for others rather than self. ...more
Audiobook. The vernacular was off putting but the basic story was nice. I was drawn to it b/c of the colors of the book cover. Rather silly, yes. I enAudiobook. The vernacular was off putting but the basic story was nice. I was drawn to it b/c of the colors of the book cover. Rather silly, yes. I enjoyed Janice’s code names for her housecleaning clients (Mrs Yeahyeahyeah & Mr Nononotnow) and there were parts that made me laugh. ...more
Audiobook. This was a story about four women struggling with different difficulties in the countryside outside of London during WWII. It was an anotheAudiobook. This was a story about four women struggling with different difficulties in the countryside outside of London during WWII. It was an another feel good read from Jennifer Ryan, author of “The Chilbury Ladies Choir” which I also enjoyed.
4.5. Audiobook- The life of Martha Ballard is told in fictional form, beautifully written by Ariel Lawhon and read by the soothing voice of Jane Oppen4.5. Audiobook- The life of Martha Ballard is told in fictional form, beautifully written by Ariel Lawhon and read by the soothing voice of Jane Oppenheimer. I thoroughly enjoyed this book- a bit graphic in places but life after the revolutionary war was raw compared to the lives most of us live today. Justice can come in different forms - and that is a universal truth. ...more
Read as a book club selection, I found the main idea for the story line interesting but the way it developed was too woke for me. It would probably beRead as a book club selection, I found the main idea for the story line interesting but the way it developed was too woke for me. It would probably be appealing to a younger reader. ...more
Audiobook/ read beautifully by Penelope Winton. I found this short book delightful. I could relate to Maureen’s “standoffishness” and having lived in Audiobook/ read beautifully by Penelope Winton. I found this short book delightful. I could relate to Maureen’s “standoffishness” and having lived in England for four years, could visualize places, recognize phrases, pronunciations and various other “bits” that made the English culture so dear to me.
The two books that lead up to this one were also enjoyed and I thoroughly enjoyed Maureen’s story which concluded to the trilogy. I look forward to reading other books by Ms Joyce. ...more
3.5. Audiobook. Molly the Maid was an interesting character, one who followed codes and standards to a “T.” Her Gran was full of phrases and conventio3.5. Audiobook. Molly the Maid was an interesting character, one who followed codes and standards to a “T.” Her Gran was full of phrases and conventional wisdom which Molly put to memory, helping her to make her way in her first job. I especially enjoyed these!
“The longer you live, the more you learn. People are a mystery that can never be solved. Life has a way of sorting itself out; everything will be okay in the end. If it’s not okay, it’s not the end.”
The reader/presenter did a fantastic job of bringing Molly to life.
A different kind of book for me but one I found endearing. Give the audio a try, pal. ...more
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