Johnny Heller’s youthful, energetic voice plays well to McGrory’s humorous theme of a man adjusting to the unexpected events of his life. The first half of the book dives deeply into the steadfast relationship between McGrory and his BFF, Harry, a golden retriever. Heller paints their emotional relationship with equal parts reverence and humor as we discover how transformed McGrory’s life becomes with the addition of Harry, and again with his departure. Next, McGrory encounters something nearly as stubborn as he is. Buddy, a rooster, inhabits not only McGrory’s home but all aspects of his new life as husband of a veterinarian and stepfather of her two headstrong daughters. Heller plays the carnival atmosphere hilariously as McGrory comes to terms with all the new aspects of his life—especially the large red-combed rooster named Buddy.
Pub Date: Feb. 4, 2012
Duration: 8 hrs
Publisher: Tantor Media
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
James Michener tells the real stories behind the man and his books. The recording is read with skill and consistency although the reader does little to enhance the robust, larger-than-life incidents related in the book. Due to the first-person narrative format, there is no opportunity for the narrator to change his voice. This makes some chapters monotonous as they go on and on in the typical Michener style. The listener may also become confused because the stories are not told chronologically. This is not a great choice for the audio format, but Michener fans may stick with it to the end.
Pub Date: N/A
Duration: 22 hrs
Publisher: Books on Tape
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
In a quest for a sense of inner contentment and self-worth, Gloria Steinem brings the reader on a journey of investigation and discovery. Steinem reads the text herself in a straightforward and friendly, but not intimate, presentation which is so easy to listen to it invites repetition--thus ensuring the painless relearning of the lessons of the book. It's difficult to tell from the reading that this audiobook is abridged; each section can stand alone. Nonetheless, the listener wished the book were unabridged. Steinem left me wanting to learn more.
Pub Date: N/A
Duration: 3 hrs
Publisher: Dove Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
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