J. M. Varner

Entertaining and compelling mystery

Reviewed: 08-14-19

This audio book is narrated by Rebecca Mitchell and found it to be an entertaining and riveting story. Ms. Mitchell did an excellent job of making each character in the story unique so that I had no problems in knowing who was speaking at any time. The plot was quickly paced and I have to say that it was interesting to see how "the other half lives" by visiting with Jessica in her Palm Springs world of the rich. I can always count on Ms. Burke to deliver a compelling and unique cozy mystery.

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Suspense and fashion

Reviewed: 09-26-18

Lee Strauss has penned a fun and quickly paced cozy mystery. Well developed characters, plenty of twists, and enough suspects to keep you guessing. Elizabeth Klett narration was perfect.

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Fun, light cozy mystery

Reviewed: 08-28-17

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, I would recommend this book to another person who likes cozy mysteries. The plot is fast paced, the characters are beginning to be developed and their is some very humorous moments as Miss Seeton can be quite oblivious to her surroundings. However, her "intuition" is always spot on when she allows herself to demonstrate it in her drawings.

What other book might you compare Picture Miss Seeton to and why?

Fixing' To Die by Tonya Kappes is a cozy mystery set in a small town with quirky characters and a "touch" of paranormal.

Which scene was your favorite?

My favorite scene was when Miss Seeton was trying to walk home from the town square. To avoid being hit by the car she ran off the road and then fell into a pond.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, I definitely wanted to listen until the end and I actually did that after 3 days of only listening to it for about 1 hour.

Any additional comments?

I do enjoy this series as Miss Seeton's life and adventures always provides me with an enjoyable and engrossing read. The gossips in the village are just quirky enough to cause me to laugh out loud often as Miss Seeton goes blithely along her own way solving a mystery, saving a life and yet never quite understanding how she does it.

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Quick and fun novella

Reviewed: 01-09-16

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, it was a fun read to listen to while I was walking. I loved the interactions between Gwyneth and James as I found them to be amusing since at the beginning of the story they were at cross purposes.. I thought Gwyneth was quite brave for such a young woman and I could easily understand James' concerns for her safety. The twists of the plot kept me guessing as to who was the villains until the reveal.

What was one of the most memorable moments of A Christmas Code?

When Gwyneth was trying to save James' life after he had been poisoned. I hadn't realized her herbal knowledge until that time. I also was shocked regarding the reveal of Brimsley at this time.

Have you listened to any of Pearl Hewitt’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes. She did another great job of providing each character with their own distinctive voice and attitudes which made it easy to appreciate each character.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

This is a book that I did listen to in one sitting. It's a short novella and easily can be done in one sitting.

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Romance and adventure

Reviewed: 01-09-16

If you could sum up A Code of Love in three words, what would they be?

Romance, adventure, characters

What did you like best about this story?

The complex characters that I got to know as the story unfolded. Ms. Delecki provided each character's background clearly so that you could easily understand their motives and their attitudes.

Have you listened to any of Pearl Hewitt’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No, this was the first audible book that I have listened to narrated by Pearl Hewitt.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It made me smile often when Henrietta and Cord were verbally dueling and sigh when they finally understood each other.

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Fun and sexy paranormal

Reviewed: 12-24-15

What did you love best about Karma Inc.?

The narrator, Hollie Jackson, had a distinctive voice for each character which made them come to life as I listened. The story is fast paced with fascinating details regarding Ms. James paranormal world.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Kelly is my favorite character because she is independent, smart, honest and snarky. She doesn't apologize for who she is but accepts full responsibility for her actions.

Which scene was your favorite?

When Gertie was stoned after inhaling some of Max's "cigar" smoke. Gertie made me laugh out loud with her remarks as she was experiencing being high.

Who was the most memorable character of Karma Inc. and why?

Barney, the imp, is totally irreverent and totally shameless. He is what he is and makes no excuses for himself.

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Sweet YA story

Reviewed: 12-07-15

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

If you like young adult fiction with a touch of paranormal and great historical information regarding the midwest during pre-Civil War and Civil War times, you are going to enjoy this book. The narrator does an excellent job in giving each character their own voice.

What other book might you compare Time and Again to and why?

I can't think of any book that I have read that would compare to this one.

Which scene was your favorite?

When Meredith and Abby are talking after Meredith thinks Charlotte has died and Abby realizes the extent of Meredith's complex character.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

No extreme reactions to this book. It wasn't extremely sad or humorous but it was filled with some emotional highs and lows as Meredith and Abby both become more involved with the history of the house. There is also some touching moments when Meredith shows to Abby how vulnerable she has become.

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First rate suspense

Reviewed: 12-01-15

What did you love best about Cold Fear?

Ms. Anderson did a remarkable job in guiding the reader to meet and get to know the complex characters as the story progressed.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Izzy because she was so strong and yet so vulnerable throughout the story.

Have you listened to any of Eric G. Dove’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes and this one is equally as good as any story that I have had the pleasure to listen to. He does a great job in making each character distinctive.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I will confess that I cringed at times when inside the mind of the serial killer.

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Chilling and gritty suspense

Reviewed: 11-10-15

What made the experience of listening to A Cold Dark Place the most enjoyable?

The narrator, Eric G. Dove, did an excellent job of providing each character with their own voice and in portraying the emotions of each character during the story.

What was one of the most memorable moments of A Cold Dark Place?

When Mallory was under hypnosis and remembered some of the events of the night her sister was abducted.

Which scene was your favorite?

When Mallory met Alex in the motel and confirmed who he was and what he did under his contract with the Gateway Project.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Chilling romantic suspense

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Quirky cozy mystery

Reviewed: 10-25-15

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, I would recommend this audiobook. It's filled with fun and quirky characters. The plot is filled with twists and some unusal food. The narrator did an excellent job of giving each character a distinctive voice and the emotions that would be expected during the story.

What other book might you compare That Wasn't Chicken to and why?

There isn't one particular book that I could use for comparison. Linda Kozar's cozy mysteries contain humor, mystery and the love of family and friends.

Have you listened to any of Michelle Babb’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes, I have listened to another book by Michelle Babb. This one is equally as good as the previous one. She provides the Texas twang for the Wachita natives as well as the British accent for Hudson. Each character has a distinctive voice.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When Lovita and Sue Jan had a long overdue discussion about their friendship and their differences.

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