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detailed, moving, frustrating

Review from Van Gogh →

While the life of Vincent is fascinating & the way the authors tell it is quite moving, the audio version is somewhat flawed in 2 ways: first — and less important — the reader’s exaggerated enunciation and syncopated manner often remind me of someone trying (badly) to imitate William Shatner. Second, it’s a time-consuming book,..

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Good Ideas Lost in Overwriting

Review from Skill Eater →

This book had its ups and downs for me, and ultimately it just wasn’t a great fit. I struggled early on because of the narration. Paul Heitsch delivered every line with slow, heavy emphasis, drawing out words as if to inject extra meaning into each one. Instead of enhancing the story, it made those early..

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Series has picked up

Review from Secret of the Phoenix →

I have to say the first few books were just alright and then since the Archon books it has continued to improve. The crew is becoming more cohesive as is the banter and camaraderie. This book focuses on the Phoenix itself and why everyone is after it all the time. It looks like we will..

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Fantastic power

Review from Skill Eater →

The power reminded me of another book I read that a boy ate stuff and got traits, but this was even better. I love how Skill Eater would not tell its name, but gave a nickname. I am excited for the next book to come out.