The world of antique and collectible books makes for an engrossing backdrop that upstages the core story of a book detective and his nemesis, a man who uses stolen credit cards to purchase rare books. This titled book thief never becomes enigmatic despite the author’s best efforts and repeated assurances. It is clear how passionate he is, but his rationales and remorselessness are almost unbearable. But the glimpses of bibliomania are sure to amuse avid readers. If books are your thing, The Man Who Loved Books Too Much is nothing short of a delight to devour. ]]>
When I wasn’t listening to Duma Key, I wanted to be listening Duma Key. When it was over, despite piles of books that I should be listening to, I wanted to start all over again. I can’t wait to pass this one along to my follow audio addicts. I’m not sure it gets any better then this.
That said, it does take a few CDs for the book to hook you as our main character, Edgar Freemantle’s life implodes due to an accident, he’s not a likable guy. And there are 18 CDs total, so it was a definite time commitment. There is also a lot of adult language, so I had to painfully forego listening with my children in the car. However, with Duma Key, King surpasses anything he’s ever done. I was never sure what to expect, and I carried an unshakable unease during every moment I was able to listen to it. Easily the best audiobook I’ve listened to this year. John Slattery did an excellent job in creating dozens of characters. Do not hesitate; if you haven’t listened to Duma Key, you’ll want to.
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"Jackie says:
I love the double entendre that is this book's title, Lit. This third memoir from Karr (the first: Liars Club, the second: Cherry) picks up with Mary finally escaping Texas--but not the family alcoholism. With her characteristic unf...more "
"Jackie says:
I love the double entendre that is this book's title, Lit. This third memoir from Karr (the first: Liars Club, the second: Cherry) picks up with Mary finally escaping Texas--but not the family alcoholism. With her characteristic unf...more "
Mary Karr’s Lit is magnificent. It completes her life story as began in The Liar’s Club and Cherry by detailing her marriage, motherhood, her battle with alcoholism and her rise as a literary talent. In this memoir Karr achieves a forceful honesty that holds nothing back in her self examination. Because she is a poet, one expects her writing to compel in story as much as language and will not be disappointed. Sometimes I felt as if I was actually experiencing Karr’s moments right beside her. Instead I felt lucky to be able to read a book that is certain to become a classic. And is sure to please faithful fans and transfix legions of new readers. ]]>
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