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The Watchman
- Narrated by: Theo Holland
- Length: 7 hrs and 18 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction
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- Helen
- 26-04-20
Fabulous
I Enjoyed this audio book very much from start to finish great story line too
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- Cyn
- 24-10-17
Thrilling exciting and suspenseful
From the first page the author had me hooked. There are some religious parts that I am not sure blends as easy as it should but over all I really enjoyed the plot. There is more than one story inside these pages. One man trying his best to help those that need it, abuse is serious and most walk away from it but not Norah he walks right into it. Your heart really breaks for those who are in need of his help.
I thought Mr. Holland’s narration was great, he pulled me in making me part of the characters giving them life and breaking my heart. I found no repeating of words, no background noise or any volume changes. Just a very clean and clear audio that really grabs you right in the heart. His character voices were good I always knew what was talking along with what they were feeling. He gives true emotions to his characters as he spins you around his little finger pulling you in. His normal voice is just as pleasant as his character voices. I had no trouble picturing each scene as it unfolded. I thought his performance was outstanding. He was able to pull me in and hold my attention from start to finish. It was an audio I didn’t want to put down and will listen to again.
The author gives you a gripping thriller of abuse and taking a stand fighting and trying your best to come out ahead. There are a few shocks along the way and you will be able to work it out before you get close to the end. You are let hanging just maybe a little unsure until to get to the last few pages where you will be cheering as the author leaves you with a smile on your face. I loved the plot, have mixed feelings about a few characters and didn’t care for the bad guy at all. Which is what the author wanted me to feel, there are a few surprises with lots of suspense. This is a very tough issue but the author writes it with class giving you hope in mankind and putting faith back in your world. The plot at times was unpredictable which hooked you as the author fills it full of suspense with some exciting twists and turns. I really liked that the story wasn’t built around family but had him helping others as well. I was hooked and look forward to reading more of her work.
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- Sara B
- 03-04-20
Suspenseful!
The Watchman is a fast-paced thrilling adventure with a religious connotation. The storyline is suspenseful and unpredictable, it will keep you entertained from start to the end. The narration by Theo Holland is excellent, he portrays Noah's character brilliantly. His timing and inflections during the intense scenes are flawless, further immersing the listeners. I thoroughly enjoyed this audiobook. I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
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- jtobair
- 15-08-17
Interesting...
Would you try another book from V.B. Tenery and/or Theo Holland?
I will definitely be on the look out for more books narrated by Theo Holland because he did a fantastic job.
Would you ever listen to anything by V.B. Tenery again?
Probably not.
Any additional comments?
I think that this book is definitely between 2-3 stars, so let's split the difference and say 2.5. I wasn't sure why this book was labelled as "supernatural" on someone's shelf as I thought it was just a PI/detective mystery. From the blurb, you'd never know that Noah has "super powers", it just says "special gifts". This is also a highly religious book that gets gratingly preachy at times; for example, Noah is having a conversation with someone about something, and all the sudden he goes "This is wrong just like abortion is wrong". I found this highly unnecessary and putting your personal opinions into a book kind of detracts. If the issue at hand was abortion, then fine, we can discuss it, but the moral issue just popped out of the blue. I also feel like the author had some questions they needed to answer like: "how is Noah going to accomplish saving Cody and his mother?" and then "Oh! I know! Let's make him invisible!" which came across to me as almost lazy. It's almost as if the invisibility was used so that it would be easier to find the solution to problems. Maybe that's just me (I really don't like supernatural genres, and I feel it's a bit strange to combine the supernatural with the Christian/Evangelical element as they seem quite paradoxical). Otherwise, this novel had enough suspense and twists to keep me involved and engaged and I felt like the storyline was very solid.
I voluntarily reviewed an audio copy of this book through The AudioBookworm Promotions, this in no way affects my opinions. I cannot comment on any spelling/grammar issues in the book as I only listened to the story as narrated by Theo Holland. I think Theo Holland did a fantastic job narrating and I really enjoyed listening to his southern drawl. I would definitely listen to another book narrated by him. This is a high-quality, professional recording with no production/quality issues that I could find. I was satisfied with the audiobook itself.
Overall, if you are into the Christian Suspense genre, you might like this book more than me, but it just wasn't all my cup of tea. There were definitely good parts and parts that had me shaking my head, but there was never a point that I felt like I wanted to turn it off and not pick it back up; on the flip side, I also wasn't glued to the story, listening every chance I got. It took me a week to get through when normally a book this length (7h 17m) would take me about 3 days max.
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- Cyndi
- 15-06-21
An amazing story by a new to me author!
When I read the description for this book I wasn't sure it would be something that I would enjoy but decided to give it a chance. I'm really glad that I did, this may go into the fantasy realm a bit but it really helped to make the book even better as it was something needed to make the story work. I appreciate how easily and beautifully God's word was given to people when they asked and how the watchman lived what he believed. A really great book that would definitely have me looking for more books by this author and narrator.
I received a free code for this book from Audiobooks Unleashed to listen to on Audible. This review is my own honest opinion.
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- Kindle Customer
- 28-01-21
A Man Who Cannot Be Bought
The narrator's folksy voice was perfect for this story!!
I was given this audiobook free of charge for an honest review. Ok, so about midway through I searched Audible for more books by a new favorite author, V.B. Tenery, an purchased a 2 book series beginning. I think that alone speaks well of the writing. At the end of the story, I didn't regret my purchase.
However, now I'll say specifically what I liked about this story. Noah Adams is a former Marine, turned cop then PI with some specialized skills that only YHWH could have blessed him with. He uses all of his talents and training to help women and children out of abusive situations. It has often been said that one's personal testimony will at some point be used to help others in a similar situation. That's as close to a spoiler as I feel comfortable giving, because the book is well worth the listen/read. Bonus, a recounting of Corrie Ten Boom's "fleas" story which is something I have gained wisdom from. The cast of characters is well-drawn and except for the villains, hopefully returning in the next book. It's a pleasure to read about a man of integrity that cannot be bought, who outright honors YHWH. Full of action, without profanity or sex scenes.
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- Danny Harr
- 20-01-21
The Watchman
Noah is a p.i. This is a good book. It's well written. It hold your attention from start to finish. You do have to pay closer attention to keep everything straight. Noah has a special skill and he's always trying to help the ones in need. There is a lot about abuse in this book . Theo Holland does a great job narraiting this book. If my review was any help will you please click on the helpful link below. Thank you.
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- Ellen Oceanside
- 06-04-20
Good Story
Noah’s gift is his strong core faith, and wanting to help others. A powerful man abuse is being done to the son. now taken, a twisted trail to find him before the father destroys him. Noah deals with other cases and corrupt people, some lead him to the dark side of his life. A good clean story of faith and one person can make a difference.
Have read others by her and all have been good.
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- Donna H.
- 08-08-17
Loved it......mostly!!
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This is probably the hardest review I've written so far. I'm really torn by this story, on one hand I absolutely loved it, but at the same time I had a difficult time with one aspect of the story. Maybe I'm being to hard but I have a difficult time believing that God would give someone the ability to become invisible when needed. I know He COULD do it if He wished, but I'm just not sure He WOULD do it. This was a distraction for me, and as I said before, maybe I'm being too hard, but it did bother me. Other than that detail, the story was wonderful, it kept you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. The main character was absolutely a delight! "This book was given to me for free at my request and I provided this voluntary review."
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- RVP
- 27-06-17
Really INteresting
What did you love best about The Watchman?
I loved the powers that Noah had. And I loved the way that he used them.
Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?
The plot kept me on my toes and sometimes at the edge of my seat. There were several twists that I did not see coming.
What does Theo Holland bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
Theo was able to bring so many of the images to life. I think Theo made the perfect Noah and made the character tangible.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
Not moved as much as had me on the edge of my seat, there is a break in scene and I enjoyed that!
Any additional comments?
I was provided a free copy of this audio book in exchange for an honest review. I enjoyed this book and it is worth listening too.
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- Bill Beaulac
- 27-05-17
Just as story begins to peak . . . it unravels
I will readily admit that I was hooked on this story from the beginning; the plot, character development, and the twist and turns had me listening to this without interruption. For about 20 chapters (until we find out who the villain really is) the story-line grows with the various characters being pulled together . . . then the whole thing unravels. The last several chapters bring the reader out of Wyoming and Cali over to the Middle East with SCUDS flying and Navy Crosses being awarded, then off to German concentration camps (complete with Corrie Ten Boom's story), to murdered dogs, and finally back to a fist fight the original villain and an assassin with a silencer. Good grief, did someone else write the final 8 chapters? Seriously, I lost complete interest in the story. Granted the closing chapter ties it back to redemption through Christ and how noah leads a God fearing life as a protector of children, but still.
That being said, it was pleasant listening to suspenseful thriller that was told with an underlying Christian theme. I do not recall any vulgarity (or even swearing) in the entire book. I did find it a bit troubling that the main character's "gift" that God supposedly blessed him with was one of magical/supernatural. None of God's giftings have anything to do with becoming invisible; a bit heretical in my opinion. However, I was able to pretty much ignore that aspect of the story as it was a rather minor part; which begs the question, why bother with it at all?
I cannot say that was a bad book, but I found the direction the end of the story took to be quite disappointing, especially after beginning with such promise. As for the narration; I found it, too, to be really good at some points and pretty week at others (i.e. some of the character voices seemed very strained, to say the least). The theme and moral of the story are commendable and overall it is a decent listen . . . it just didn't work for me.
Finally, I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review and I hope it proves helpful to those considering purchasing this book.
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