Shannon

Masterpiece

Where does Shannon rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

It is near the top and the best of Delaney's books. There is a mystery slowly unfolding on many levels and the author brings us along the twisting river of love, danger, history, politics, religion, psychology, war, and murder. From Boston to Limerick

What did you like best about this story?

Frank Delaney and the varied and interesting characters we encounter.

Have you listened to any of Frank Delaney’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

He is at the top of his game! I could listen to him read the phone book!

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Laughed and Cried a number times

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Marvelous Tale

This is only the 2nd "5" I've given. Frank Delaney has both of them. Brilliant writer (story teller). Great narrator (story teller).

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A Feast for Soul, Heart -- and Ear

What did you love best about Shannon?

I can't remember when I've enjoyed a book this much. I had read Delaney's "Ireland" on Kindle and much enjoyed that, too. The fact that Delaney himself narrates this book enlivens and enhances it. No fake Irish accent here. Delaney's vocal switches with each character are subtle, never overdone, and suit the style of the book well. The characters are richly drawn, the plot is suspenseful and treats history respectfully, and the descriptions of the land and river are keenly vivid.

What other book might you compare Shannon to and why?

Ireland, also by Delaney. I'm trying to think of books that give The Great War and its effects such depth within a fictional work. How I wish it had been "the war to end all wars" - but Delaney recounts its horrors in a way far more compelling than a straight historical account.

Which character – as performed by Frank Delaney – was your favorite?

Besides Robert? (which is a given), I'd have to say Ellie Kennedy. Her strength, skill, intelligence, initiative, and humor will stay with me. I wish I had a friend like her.

Who was the most memorable character of Shannon and why?

Besides Robert? I'd have to say Vincent Patrick Ryan. Although he's the "villain," Delaney skillfully gives us enough back story that he becomes, if not sympathetic, at least complex. Without him, the story would have been much flatter.

Any additional comments?

I'll be looking for more in the same vein.

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Heartfelt

What did you love best about Shannon?

The relationship between the hero and his nurse.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Shannon?

The ending: without giving it away, did he or didn't he? From what Delaney told us, could a priest with secrets really escape the Vatican?

What about Frank Delaney’s performance did you like?

He's easy to listen to, with an entertaining style.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The details of the love story.

Any additional comments?

A most enjoyable experience, including revelations about the priesthood that are usually kept secret.

Mildly entertaining

What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting?

This book was difficult to get into. I had to start over because I was not following the thread of the story. The second time I managed to finish it, but still wanted it to be over so many times! The second half of the book was much more interesting than the first half, and I wished I had a hard copy book to be able to flip back to the beginning and try to figure out who all those people were that he had met prior to ending up at Nurse Kennedy's house.

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I kept waiting for some substance. The plot is weak with nothing to keep the listener engaged.

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