Tuesday, October 28, 2008

 

HOT, FLAT, AND CROWDED by Thomas L. Friedman, read by Oliver Wyman



This timely overview of global climate and energy concerns is a call to arms for the American entrepreneurial spirit. Wyman narrates with ease, reflecting Friedman's intelligence and enthusiasm. Reviewed by Brian Price.


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Tuesday, October 21, 2008

 

THE BOOK OF LIES by Brad Meltzer, read by Scott Brick



This intriguing thriller asks—What does Cain have to do with Superman? Narrator Brick offers an animated performance, capturing the intense mood of the overlapping stories. Reviewed by Bob Grundfest

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Friday, October 17, 2008

 

A TREE GROWS IN BROOKLYN by Betty Smith, read by Kate Burton



This classic tale follows the story of the poverty-stricken Nolan family in Brooklyn, New York, and Burton's narration communicates the universality of young Francie's childhood dreams. Reviewed by Liz Hannegan

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Tuesday, October 07, 2008

 

CHANGE OF HEART by Jodi Picoult, read by Nicole Poole, Stafford Clark-Price, James Frangione, Danielle Ferland, and Jennifer Ikeda



Picoult’s story tackles a triple-whammy of hot-button issues—the death penalty, bioethics, and religious freedom—a perfect vehicle for a full-cast recording. Reviewed by Randy O'Brien

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