Rob Bell reads his own polarizing work with a playfulness that few others would be able to match. While his work is one of theological importance, he spends most of his time practicing his philosophical and theological sleight of hand. Ultimately, he says nothing of significance but does so in a way that will cause one to think about heaven and hell. Bell presents this work in a manner that will be enjoyed by those who agree and disdained by those who disagree. His lighthearted approach leads one to believe that the issue of hell is merely a trifle. Knowing that Rob Bell is no longer within orthodox Christianity, I can only recommend listening to this resource to the most discerning of listeners.
Pub Date: 2011
Duration: 3 hrs, 30 mins
DD ISBN: 9780062080943
Publisher: Harper Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Luma Mufleh narrates her coming-of-age memoir in a candid conversational tone. Initially, she stresses details and descriptions that illuminate her love of family and her home country of Jordan. Gradually, as she grows, so does her awareness. The joys she felt in her youth turn to fear as she realizes she's attracted to women. Her storytelling skill grounds listeners as she recounts dramatic situations, such as the traumatizing incident that caused her to realize that being gay could end her life. Her escape to the U.S. doesn't end her nightmares, fear, or feelings of loss. Neither does telling the truth. Mufleh makes clear her longing for home, grief at having been rejected by her family, and sorrow at being a refugee.
(Memoir. 14-18)Pub Date: 2023
Duration: 6 hrs, 30 mins
DD ISBN: 9780593681633
Publisher: Listening Library
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Ali-Karamali wrote this book at the behest of middle school teachers looking for age-appropriate materials about Islam. As narrator, the author has an easygoing manner, but she betrays her southern California upbringing with her intonation. Each chapter presents a topic relevant to the basic tenets of the Muslim faith and its practices, including diet, fasting, the status of women, dress, and prayer. The personal nature of her account and narration together with the light humor helps to make the content accessible to middle school students as well as to adults who are interested in basic information about Islam and Muslims.
(Nonfiction. 12-16)Pub Date: 2013
Duration: 5 hrs, 15 mins
DD ISBN: 9780804123563
Publisher: Listening Library
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
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