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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.

Diane Gave up on the audio version halfway through. Love the talented folks reading it but it made no sense and/or was too choppy in style. Moving on!

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Dusty Deming When people ask me about it, I recommend they read it as a play. Sort of like the dead speaking in Our Town. Amd because of its poetic qualities, I di ...more
Jul 13, 2018 06:38AM

Diane That makes sense--good advice! I may try again later (but definitely with the written version, not the audiobook!)
Jul 13, 2018 07:25AM

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by George Saunders

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