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Big Ben

2020 • 287 pages

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Average rating4.5

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I loved, loved, loved Big Ben.
This is my first Nana Malone book and wow, what a book to start with. I am loving it. I was laughing out loud in the first chapter. There are many laugh of loud moments, but equally as much suspense. The sexual tension is off the charts, and I love that it built throughout the story. I couldn't listen fast enough, I kept sneaking off to find time alone just so I could keep listening. I have so many questions, I'm intrigued by some of the other characters and what is going to happen next. Mama's writing is captivating, and she has created a world that I cannot wait to spend more time in.

For me, the Britishness was done really well, I'm really picky but it didn't feel over done with the exception of one word, but I think that is more a personal taste thing than anything else.

It's performed by Shane East and Mari. Shane East was his delectable self. Everything you've come to know and love about his performances are showcased in this production. There is a reason he's dubbed as the aural king of all things British. He is Ben Covington, he plays the rich, flirty, cocky gent so well. Mari is new to me, and I'm liking what I'm hearing so far. She has a nice tone and delivered the emotions of the character wonderfully. I think having to not only use an accent but voice the opposite sex at the same time can be difficult (I know I couldn't do it) so there were some instances were I thought a duet narration might have worked better but overall it was well done. Generally, their voices complemented each other and it was a solid performance.

This is the start of a trilogy, so I'm kicking myself a little as I didn't realise that when I pressed play, even though it's listed as sure on the product page...parent brain strikes again. Once I found out, I was too hooked to stop and wait for the others to release. Anything that can hook me this much is worth the wait for the ending. 
A must listen. If you haven't used a credit on this baby yet, do it! Or, if you already own the eBook, it has whispersynced.

May 26, 2020Report this review