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rick_k's review against another edition
2.0
Amelia Earhart is a compelling historical character and deserves a well considered tribute. The unknowns surrounding the final days of her historic fight will always make resolution difficult, but even the potential for inspiration felt squandered here.
abeissel's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
rachelsb00kreviews's review against another edition
4.0
Alone with the Stars by David R. Gillham (Audible Original)
Listened to: April 27 - 28 [Length: 2hrs, 10mins] (Book Review Pages: https://www.facebook.com/rewbookreviews OR Instagram: @rewbookreviews)
A year ago I posted my first real review on a book by this very same author and a couple weeks ago I discovered I had an audiobook written by him waiting to be listened to…well, it only seems fitting that I review to it on the anniversary of that important day!
David Gillham is always an interesting author choosing topics to write on that not only entertain but bring light to moments in history that most know about and take unique twist on the time. This short story is certainly interesting being about one of the most famous airwoman ever, Amelia Earhart, and though it wasn’t my favorite by Gillham, I still rate it 4.5⭐️! I loved the creative take on this historical mystery that was never truly solved and really wish this was full length novel.
This story is based on a theory of a distress signal being heard by a girl all the way in Tampa, Florida and how she felt lead to try to save her even if no one else believed her. The story is intermingled with moments told by Earhart on her final, fateful journey. This book takes real events in Earhart’s life as a pilot and puts a fictional spin on it that makes it feel so real. It does have moments packed with flying facts and details that are proof of this author's research. I loved the aspect of a teenage girl telling most of the story about her hero and how during that time females were so limited just because of their gender. Amelia Earhart was so inspirational in the way that she just did everything and young girls needed that then not mention now.
I truly do wish that this was a full length book with even more details about Amelia Earhart’s journey to becoming a pilot and that last flight that led to one of history’s biggest mysteries. That’s a book I would definitely buy and even more so if it was written by David R. Gillham!
Listened to: April 27 - 28 [Length: 2hrs, 10mins] (Book Review Pages: https://www.facebook.com/rewbookreviews OR Instagram: @rewbookreviews)
A year ago I posted my first real review on a book by this very same author and a couple weeks ago I discovered I had an audiobook written by him waiting to be listened to…well, it only seems fitting that I review to it on the anniversary of that important day!
David Gillham is always an interesting author choosing topics to write on that not only entertain but bring light to moments in history that most know about and take unique twist on the time. This short story is certainly interesting being about one of the most famous airwoman ever, Amelia Earhart, and though it wasn’t my favorite by Gillham, I still rate it 4.5⭐️! I loved the creative take on this historical mystery that was never truly solved and really wish this was full length novel.
This story is based on a theory of a distress signal being heard by a girl all the way in Tampa, Florida and how she felt lead to try to save her even if no one else believed her. The story is intermingled with moments told by Earhart on her final, fateful journey. This book takes real events in Earhart’s life as a pilot and puts a fictional spin on it that makes it feel so real. It does have moments packed with flying facts and details that are proof of this author's research. I loved the aspect of a teenage girl telling most of the story about her hero and how during that time females were so limited just because of their gender. Amelia Earhart was so inspirational in the way that she just did everything and young girls needed that then not mention now.
I truly do wish that this was a full length book with even more details about Amelia Earhart’s journey to becoming a pilot and that last flight that led to one of history’s biggest mysteries. That’s a book I would definitely buy and even more so if it was written by David R. Gillham!
pjdas1012's review against another edition
2.0
Nice short story about Amelia Earhart and a girl that idolizes her. I enjoyed it as a quick listen, and I always like the personification of figures from history as a narrative tool.
a_ab's review against another edition
2.0
I appreciated the intent, but didn't love the execution. The book has the subtlety of a sledge hammer, which doesn't really combine well with the historical facts.
camilacadibe's review against another edition
4.0
3.5
What I really, REALLY liked here was the feminism.
I was a bit bored at times and feel like there was some unnecessary information, but other then that, it was quite good, I did enjoy it!
What I really, REALLY liked here was the feminism.
I was a bit bored at times and feel like there was some unnecessary information, but other then that, it was quite good, I did enjoy it!
annebennett1957's review against another edition
3.0
Historical fiction. I think I got this novella free from audible and decided to listen to it since it was only 2+ hours long so I could finish it during a car trip. I liked its feminist message and the bit of info we may have learned about the famous flyer who disappeared over the Pacific back in 1937.
hannahwines's review against another edition
1.0
This was…very annoying. The narrators were cheesy, and the plot was actually pretty dull for such an interesting topic. In my opinion feminist literature loses its power when it comes with a “This Random Man Is A Major Misogynist And Is Obviously Wrong” speech, which cheapens the whole narrative. Throwing every single trope into one speech doesn’t make the story whole or nuanced.
Men obviously did speak like this during the era, but it’s almost like the author doesn’t trust the reader to discover the misogyny of the era through actions rather than rants. Although the characters don’t really do much, so there aren’t many opportunities for actions to speak louder than words.
The idea had potential, but a bad execution all around.
Men obviously did speak like this during the era, but it’s almost like the author doesn’t trust the reader to discover the misogyny of the era through actions rather than rants. Although the characters don’t really do much, so there aren’t many opportunities for actions to speak louder than words.
The idea had potential, but a bad execution all around.