This was pretty good as far as personal finance books go. Nothing too revolutionary for me, but I appreciated the Canadian perspectives and putting thThis was pretty good as far as personal finance books go. Nothing too revolutionary for me, but I appreciated the Canadian perspectives and putting the long view on--how short a relative time women have been "allowed" to own property, open their own bank accounts, etc, and how that has put women at a disadvantage for generations. Also I like that she included ways we can continue to advance gender equality so this book will be irrelevant by the time our own children are grown....more
The voices in this series are just incredible at capturing the feel of the characters. I think I cried through all the last hour of the book. Amazing.The voices in this series are just incredible at capturing the feel of the characters. I think I cried through all the last hour of the book. Amazing. Definitely will re-listen.
August 2023 Just as good the second time around, but couldn't figure out what was coming after about 67% because I thought we had solved all the problems. Yes, in the past, and the present was on track, but the future was still up for grabs. I still really really love this series, love the building of each character and the interplay with all the others, love the voices chosen for each of them. I love Squad 312 and I always will. I would love to read any other series set in this world....more
Another unforeseen adventure after unforeseen adventure as Lawrence and Temeraire make their way from China back to Europe--by land instead of sea thiAnother unforeseen adventure after unforeseen adventure as Lawrence and Temeraire make their way from China back to Europe--by land instead of sea this time. I enjoyed this very much as I never knew where the action was taking me. If you've ever read The Count of Monte Cristo and wondered how the Napoleonic wars would have gone if there were dragons to make up an air force, this book will answer your questions. I love the variety of dragon breeds and languages as they cross the globe and learn all sorts of interesting cultural faux pas....more
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