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I really tried, but istening to this book is impossible. I want to appreciate the voices, the story, but I can't get past the format. Like wading through footnotes. Is it possible to ignore the format when you READ it? About to throw in the towel and get a refund.

Nancy I tried the audio book because I heard such amazing reviews, but it was a nightmare! Couldn't make it more than three chapters. I just read the book a…moreI tried the audio book because I heard such amazing reviews, but it was a nightmare! Couldn't make it more than three chapters. I just read the book and I think it's more fun to imagine the "symphony" of voices in your head. I loved it so much I'd re-read the book, but I still wouldn't bother with the audio.

And yes - I just ignored all the footnotes. They're not important, it's better to read them like a cohesive narration (that sometimes contradicts itself in a funny way!). (less)

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