Monday, February 08, 2010
A PRAYER FOR OWEN MEANY by John Irving, read by Joe Barrett
This 1989 novel tells the story of Owen Meany, the boy-then-man with an unusually irritating voice. Joe Barrett not only provides just the right tone and pacing for the whole book, but renders Owen's distinctive voice appropriately and lovingly.
Listen now. Time 3:07
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Comment here: Friday, February 05, 2010
TWENTIES GIRL by Sophie Kinsella, read by Rosalyn Landor
This very British romp follows young Lara Limington and the "ghost" of her great-aunt Sadie who died at 105. Narrator Landor sparkles as the unpredictable Sadie in this fun-filled story of family secrets, love, and learning to move on. Listen now. Time 2:40 Download now an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 1.6 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Wednesday, February 03, 2010
THE LOVERS by John Connolly, read by Jay O. Sanders
In a beautifully crafted story, P.I. Charlie Parker investigates the demons of his own past. Narrator Sanders' superb timing and thoughtful inflection pull listeners into Charlie's search for answers. Listen now. Time 2:40 Download now an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 3.1 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Monday, February 01, 2010
PARADISE LOST by John Milton, read by Simon Vance
This 17th-century classic has survived all these years for many reasons, not least of which is that it portrays Satan as a sympathetic hero. Narrator Simon Vance is equipped with a forceful British accent, which he uses to accentuate the text and bring the story to life. Reviewed by Bob Grundfest. Listen now. Time 2:58 Download now an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 3.4 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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Thursday, January 28, 2010
HUEY LONG by T. Harry Williams, read by Tom Weiner
Louisiana politician Huey Long led a life of scheming and intrigue worthy of a novel, yet this serious biography reveals his unlikely mix of self-interest and altruism. Weiner’s engaging narration makes this audiobook easy to recommend. Listen now. Time 2:12 Download now an excerpt as an mp3 file. Size: 2.6 MBSoundReview support comes from Harper Audio,
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