The setting of the audio version of "Edge of Dark Water" by Joe R, Lansdale is East Texas in the 1930s. Angéle Masters narrated the audio book. Her voice has made Sue Ellen come to life. Sue Ellen, Daddy, and uncle Gene were fishing with...

Author John D. Spooner is a well-traveled and highly successful business man whose grandchildren are obviously the apple of his eye. This book is a compilation of the letters he had sent to both of them while they were in their college years. He keeps...

“We All Fall Down” by Nic Sheff picks up where Sheff’s New York Times bestselling memoir “Tweak” left off. “Tweak” leaves Sheff having completed treatment, writing his memoir, and living a rather tedious life of sobriety in Savannah with a friend and two cats. In...

A few years ago I was at a book fair in Bowling Green, KY. I repeatedly walked past the guest speaker, David Baldacci’s booth hoping to catch a glimpse of him and possibly to speak to him. Though I did finally get that glimpse I...

Move over Walker; there’s a new Texas Ranger hero in town. I have always been a romantic at heart, especially when it comes to Texas Rangers. They are true heroes with a thankless job. While listening to "Thunder and Rain" I had to keep reminding...

Early in life people recognized the fact that Joshua Hamilton was going to be a gifted baseball player. He was blessed with parents who were supportive but not pushy. He was soon playing with the older team. He loved playing baseball. In high school Josh...

"Giant George" is the adorable tale of George the Great Dane and his family. Dave Nasser dearly loved his wife and would do almost anything to make her happy. He did not want a dog but he wanted a happy wife and to move to...

"Timeless" is the 5th book in 'The Parasol Protectorate series' by Gail Carriger. I was not familiar with this series and had no idea what to expect. I do not usually listen to vampire books but the cover of this one caught my eye. I...

I recently received a copy of the audio book "The Other Side of Suffering: The Father of JonBenet Ramsey Tells the Story of His Journey from Grief to Grace". I was eager to listen and yet dreaded to share the emotion that I was sure...

This is a review of Guilty Wives audio format. Four women planned a “Girls Only Weekend.” It turned into a nightmare. Abbie, Winnie, Serena and Bryah headed to Monte Carlo where they intend to enjoy the casinos, drinking and staying in a luxury hotel. Serena...

I recently received the audio version of "Barefoot: A Novel" by Elin Hilderbrand. Hilderbrand won my admiration when I first read "The Castaways". Since then I have read "A Summer Affair", "The Island", and now I can add "Barefoot" to that list. I have quite...

1. Live as much as possible; 2. Listen to dad; and 3. Live without restraint: these are the three promises Shelby made to her mother right before she passed away, leaving the girl with more questions that she answers in her quest to stay true...

Dr. David Jeremiah is a well-known name among conservative evangelical Christians. He has penned numerous Christian books. His latest audio book "I Never Thought I’d See The Day!: Culture at the Crossroads" addresses the decay of the American culture. Dr. Jeremiah supports his book with...

"If I’m Dead", a 'Rachel Knight Series' story by Marcia Clark is a short stand alone story that keeps the reader wondering right through to the end how it is going to turn out. When a Ford Explorer is found stranded on a desolate beach...

"No One Left To Lie To: The Triangulations of William Jefferson Clinton" by Christopher Hitchens is reviewed here in its audio format. Christopher Hitchens was notorious for his condemning assessments of well-known people. No one was off limits including Princess Diane, Mother Teresa or Henry Kissinger....

Dr. Eric Manheimer was the Medical Director of Bellevue Hospital in New York City. There is little he did not experience. In his book "Twelve Patients" he shares the plight of twelve of the most remarkable patients. Dr. Manheimer also shares his own medical struggle....

This is a captivating story of sisters that couldn't be more different! They were raised by a somewhat dysfunctional family; tested by the ups and downs of life many times. Later in life, Rachel (whose life is at a standstill) decides to spend a year...

I recently had the opportunity to review the audio format of "I, Michael Bennett" by James Patterson. I became familiar with the character of detective Michael Bennett in “Tick Tock.” I quickly fell in love with the Bennett family. Bennett is a widower with ten...

"Fifteen Digits" by Nick Santora is a fast-paced thriller that will keep the reader turning the pages right to the very end. It is conspiracy in its highest form and five men are out to make money in it. However, they soon learn that as...

Colette French was the replacement coach for the cheer leaders. At first they resented her high expectations and regimented ideas. The girls were curious about her but she held them at arm’s length at first. Slowly she let them into her life. All the girls...