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  If you are of a certain age, you no doubt read David Copperfield during your high school education. What a shame, since the true meaning of this book is beyond the emotional maturity of most late adolescents, perhaps most young adults. This is truly Dickens' finest book -- the characters are well drawn and the story complex. The distinction in social standing among the central characters is relevant, especially today. Are we to care for all humans or only for those of our own "stations" or class? There are tender moments related to this central question that brought me to tears. Simon Vance is by far one of the best readers of audio books. It is a tribute to this true classic that such an experienced and skilled reader was selected for this book. Thank you Charles Dickens, Audible and Simon Vance.
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  Robert Galbraith (JK Rowling) wrote an interesting first novel, The Cuckoo's Calling. Based on enjoying that and having familiarity with Rowling's story telling, I pre-ordered this book. What a mistake! This book is a slog. There is no plot, unless you are able to follow convoluted literary references and a group of ding-bat writers, publishers and agents who just can't seem to get it together. Sadly Galbraith/Rowlings couldn't either. Robert Glenister seems as confused by the plot as I was...his voices are harsh, unrelenting, and not at all a pleasure for the ear. 4 of 6 people found this review helpful