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The Rented Mule
- A Novel
- Narrated by: David de Vries
- Length: 11 hrs and 48 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, Thriller & Suspense
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- Cartec
- 22-12-15
A nice surprise
I have read only one other Bobby Cole book and I liked it but this one was much better. I admit that I have never heard of the term 'rented mule', so I was confused. I was three quarters into the book before I learned what it meant. If you already know what the term means before going into the book, I assure you that you will still be surprised. There was one small problem had with the book. Two of the characters were a little over the top. It could have been played down a little and still the message would have gotten across to the reader. I recommend this book, I assure you that you will enjoy this book if you enjoy this genre.
7 people found this helpful
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- Andy
- 13-03-14
Plot Twists Galore!
If you could sum up The Rented Mule in three words, what would they be?
Quick, easy read.
Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?
I wouldn't say it kept me on the edge of my seat but it did keep me in my seat in order to find out what would happen next.
Did the narration match the pace of the story?
I think it did, though the main characters voice seemed to change midway through.
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- Wayne
- 10-06-16
A dog named Rolex (he's a watch dog)
Good story! It's a bit silly at times, but I enjoyed it. There are some memorable characters. This thriller is set in northern Alabama.
12 people found this helpful
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- Marie R.
- 31-07-14
Humorous, intriguing and well written.
Would you listen to The Rented Mule again? Why?
No, because I don't ever listen to book twice.
Who was your favorite character and why?
Daisy
Which scene was your favorite?
Milly with the iron.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
The end of the book. Nice job Mr. Cole!
Any additional comments?
Refreshing to read something with morals as part of the mystery. I liked the character development and the funny scene.
2 people found this helpful
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- naveed
- 18-06-16
Excellent narrator and story
I loved his previous books and love this one. This one is slightly different from his previous books and doesn't have the raw tension through most of the book like the previous ones. But it kept me interested. The narrator might have been part of it. I'm glad I got this despite the negative reviews.
2 people found this helpful
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- Bill M.
- 10-06-16
It is a good story, well told.
This story was interesting, all the characters were well developed, and the ending was not obvious.
2 people found this helpful
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- Joel
- 27-03-14
A quick read
Would you listen to The Rented Mule again? Why?
No cause I never read or read the same book twice, as there are too many good books out there. to read.
Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?
The plot kept me very engaged
Which character – as performed by David de Vries – was your favorite?
Cooper Dixon...he was the lead character
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
Neither, but it kept me interested in the storyline.
Any additional comments?
Listened to the book the narrator and the plot allowed me to not only listen but the visualize the scenes.
6 people found this helpful
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- MARK
- 27-06-14
Interesting setup fizzles in the third act
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
It depends on the friend - it plays out a little like a TV movie at times.
Would you be willing to try another book from Bobby Cole? Why or why not?
His characters are interesting, so I would probably try one more title to see how he handles other ideas.
Which character – as performed by David de Vries – was your favorite?
Don Daniels!
If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?
No idea!
Any additional comments?
Great narration, great characters (though a few silly ones) and an over-the-top ending that spoils an interesting setup.
4 people found this helpful
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- Mark
- 22-12-19
Not his best!
I have enjoyed each of Bobby Cole’s other books but the final 20% of The Rented Mule was just plain silly and nonsensical even for a work of fiction.
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- Gail Robinson
- 01-04-18
The rented mule
Pretty good. Kept the excitement going..now how did I delete this book? Ok. Two or more words