Tuesday, June 30, 2009
AMONG THE MAD by Jacqueline Winspear, read by Orlagh Cassidy
Maisie Dobbs, the spunky young investigator in 1930s London, is one of the most appealing heroines in recent mystery series. Narrator Cassidy is well paired with the material, and Maisie's latest case will keep listeners guessing.
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SUGAR POP THOUGHTS by Shayna Lance, read by the author
Shayna Lance passes on her life views with sharp, sensitive, and sometimes-sarcastic insights for her daughter. This energetic 'pop' program was a 2009 Audie Finalist in the Original Work category. Listen now. Time 2:25 Download an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 1.4 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Friday, June 26, 2009
LONG LOST by Harlan Coben, read by Steven Weber
Coben's ninth Myron Bolitar adventure is a genuine edge-of-your-seat thriller. Myron answers a call for help from his ex-ladylove, Terese, and becomes entangled with terrorists, Interpol, Mossad, and Homeland Security. Narrator Weber keeps things intense. Listen now. Time 2:40 Download an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 1.6 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Thursday, June 25, 2009
LETHAL LEGACY by Linda Fairstein, read by Barbara Rosenblat
In this eleventh mystery featuring Alex Cooper, the assistant district attorney who prosecutes sex crimes in New York City is called in when a librarian is assaulted. Barbara Rosenblat's performance outshines the plot. Listen now. Time 2:22 Download an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 1.4 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Wednesday, June 24, 2009
LAST LION: The Fall and Rise of Ted Kennedy edited by Peter S. Canellos, read by Skipp Sudduth
The subtitle of this book, "The Fall and Rise of Ted Kennedy," clearly explains the focus of this solid one-volume biography. Sudduth's narrative style exactly matches the book's tone, varying inflection, and pace with the gravity of the material. Listen now. Time 2:47 Download an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 3.2 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Tuesday, June 23, 2009
GREAT JOY by Kate DiCamillo, read by Jane Curtin
In this gentle, poignant tale, an organ-grinder and his monkey play music outside little Frances's window just before Christmas. Frances stays up one night and discovers that the two sleep on the street. Jane Curtin's insightful narration is expressive yet elegant. Listen now. Time 2:35 Download an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 3 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Monday, June 22, 2009
CUTTING FOR STONE by Abraham Verghese, read by Sunil Malhotra
In a moving story about twin brothers born of an Indian Catholic nun and an expatriate English doctor, we meet Dr. Marion Stone, the Ethiopian-born, half-Indian protagonist and narrator. Sunil Malhotra delivers an expert performance that is fluid and skilled. Listen now. Time 2:42 Download an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 3.1 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Friday, June 19, 2009
IN A NUTSHELL: DARWIN by Peter Whitfield, read by Peter Whitfield
In a little over an hour, Whitfield presents a biography of Charles Darwin and an overview of his life's work. Whitfield has a pleasant voice, and the prose is smooth and interesting. The audio is a leisurely experience that can be likened to taking a walk while discussing Darwin and his theory of evolution. Listen now. Time 2:25 Download an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 1.4 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Thursday, June 18, 2009
THE ROAD HOME by Rose Tremain, read by Juliet Stevenson
Juliet Stevenson's performance of THE ROAD HOME is nothing short of astonishing. Tremain's protagonist, Lev, emigrating from an Eastern Bloc country to work in the UK, encounters many characters. Their great variety of accents and origins are rendered impeccably. Stevenson makes them so distinct in timbre and personality, that you utterly lose track of the fact that it's all created by one actor. Listen now. Time 2:51 Download an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 1.7 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Wednesday, June 17, 2009
CHE GUEVARA: A Revolutionary Life by Jon Lee Anderson, read by Armando Duran
Fighting for Castro's Cuban revolution and dying while aiding Bolivian guerillas, Che led a colorful and complex life. The gifted bilingual narrator Armando Duran speaks both American English and the book's abundant Latin-American Spanish. His fluency with both languages synchronizes the messenger with the message. Listen now. Time 2:58 Download an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 3.5 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Tuesday, June 16, 2009
A COLLECTION OF RUDYARD KIPLING'S JUST SO STORIES by Rudyard Kipling, performed by Jim Weiss
Would you like to know how the whale got his throat or the camel his hump? Well, best beloved, this production's for you. Weiss's playful narration gives ample opportunities to present different animal personas. He fills these classics with the fresh approach of a dynamic storyteller. Listen now. Time 2:35 Download an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 2:35 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Monday, June 15, 2009
DEATH'S HALF ACRE by Margaret Maron, read by C.J. Critt
In this addition to Maron's mystery series, developers are buying up prime land from unsuspecting North Carolina families, and the apparent suicide of the county’s greedy commissioner brings in Deputy Dwight Bryant. Critt more than does justice to Maron's well-written text and sublime dialogue. Listen now. Time 2:28 Download an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 2.9 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Friday, June 12, 2009
GHOST AT WORK by Carolyn Hart, read by Ann Marie Lee
In a new series, Hart presents Bailey Ruth, a ghost turned sleuth, who works out of Heaven's Department of Good Intentions. Ann Marie Lee's voice wraps us in the charms of a small town, a charming ghost, and aid sent from heaven. Listen now. Time 2:32 Download an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 1.5 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Thursday, June 11, 2009
THE MOSTLY TRUE ADVENTURES OF HOMER P. FIGG by Rodman Philbrick, read by William Dufris.
A Civil War setting frames an array of eccentric characters as Homer spins "mostly-true" tales of his rescue of his young brother. Dufris's folksy, playful approach complements this tall-tales narrative. Listen now. Time 2:21 Download an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 1.4 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Wednesday, June 10, 2009
DIVINE JUSTICE by David Baldacci, read by Ron McLarty
In this well-crafted and perfectly executed thriller, narrator Ron McLarty captures the soul of a patriot and the cold competence of a killer. Listen now. Time 2:07 Download an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 2.5 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Tuesday, June 09, 2009
THE SUSPICIONS OF MR. WHICHER: A Shocking Murder and the Undoing of a Great Victorian Detective by Kate Summerscale, read by Simon Vance
For fans of true crime, this unusual look at a Victorian murder and early detection methods will be fascinating. Simon Vance inhabits each voice with gusto and originality. Listen now. Time 2:54 Download an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 2.54 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Monday, June 08, 2009
TSARINA'S DAUGHTER by Carolly Erickson, read by Susan Jameson
Jameson gives a bravura performance as Tatiana Romanov, one of the four daughters of Tsar Nicholas and Tsarina Alexandra who allegedly escapes the fate of her famous family. Listen now. Time 2:47 Download an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 3.2 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Friday, June 05, 2009
STAND THE STORM by Breena Clarke, read by Richard Allen
Clarke's novel underscores the complex dimensions of slavery and the struggle for freedom. Listeners are treated to a stunning performance by narrator Richard Allen. Listen now. Time 2:48 Download an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 3 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Thursday, June 04, 2009
BOONE by Robert Morgan, read by James Jenner
Morgan's exploration of Daniel Boone's adventures in the wilderness makes for some mighty-fine listening. Narrator Jenner's storyteller approach fits a history that's compelling and memorable. Listen now. Time 2:35 Download an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 3 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Wednesday, June 03, 2009
THE AUDIES 2009 WINNERS, 2009 Audies Performance
Last Friday, the Audies season culminated in the Audies Gala in New York City, where the 2009 Audies winners in all 31 categories were announced. Check out the winners here (pdf), and be sure to visit www.theaudies.com for the full list of finalists, including reviews and clips. While you're there, come join the Audies conversation and post your thoughts on the winners in our new comments section!
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Tuesday, June 02, 2009
FORECAST: The Consequences of Climate Change, from the Amazon to the Arctic, from Darfur to Napa Valley by Stephan Faris, read by Mel Foster
Faris argues that climate change is causing a political and economic upheaval that is altering the planet. Narrator Foster's straightforward tone and pitch let the powerful words speak for themselves. Reviewed by Bob Grundfest. Listen now. Time 3:02 Download an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 2.8 MB.
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Monday, June 01, 2009
HORSE BOY by Rupert Isaacson, read by Rupert Isaacson
This is the inspiring story of how the author and his wife tried to find a cure for their son's autism. Often authors should not read their own books, but Rupert Isaacson is an outstanding narrator. Reviewed by Bob Grundfest. Listen now. Time 3:06 Download an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 2.9 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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AUDIOBOOK OF THE YEAR, 2009 Audies Performance
Welcome to The Audies edition of AudioFile's Audiopolis presenting the Finalists in the 2009 Audies competition. The awards are sponsored by the Audio Publishers Association and are given in 31 categories for excellence in audiobook publishing. In this episode we introduce the nominees in the AUDIOBOOK OF THE YEAR category and play a sound clip from each title.
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