Excellent!

46 is absolutely the best audio I have heard in a long time. I love the story of a woman in the White House. Wish it were true. Abby Craden out does herself with the narration. Just when you think Abby Craden can't up her game, she proves me wrong. Thank You Lynn Ames.

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McMasterful!

Wow, Where to start? First, the storyline was a much-needed respite from the divisive politics currently in the United States. E Pluribus Unum!!! Emma McMasters is the 46th President of the United States. The first female elected to the highest office in the land and, bonus points, she's a lesbian! Four-Star General Palmer Estes is in the twilight of her exemplary career as the highest-ranking officer in the United States Army. Only after she meets the newly inaugurated President Emma McMasters does she truly begin to live a full life. Lynn Ames crafts her characters into such beloved figures that you just can't help but root for them. Under the microscope of the entire world, they face the landmines of bigotry and vitriol with dignity and class. Narrator Abby Craden once again delivers a McMasterful performance as she brings the characters to life. Well done. Completely, McMasterful!

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What a well written story!

The deeper I got into the story the more I kept thinking this was like a little love story to Cheryl (Lynn's wife). It seemed so tinged with real life. If you know them even a little you'll know what I mean. I absolutely loved this story. It did feel real. It felt accurate and just sucked you in with every minute. Not gonna lie that I wanted a little more scenes tied to the romance, but the romance to me was real and believable to how it would be for a budding romance with POTUS for goodness sakes! I also felt like this is the perfect book for a lesbian fan of Madam Secretary/Madam President (last season). Lynn's books are always so well researched and sometimes make you forget you're reading Fiction all because they feel so true. I'm glad I bought the audiobook even after buying the book and ebook because Abby did such a phenomenal job narrating. I feel like she did the book better justice than my own internal reading would have done. Well worth the investment. Another win for Lynn! loved it!

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Politics with Romance

The narrator was amazing! The politics part of the story, very well written and exciting. The only part I struggled with is how quickly they were telling each other they loved each other after only a couple of dates before they even had a real chance to get to know each other. the romance just didn't seem real. And the story was predictable, no real twist and turns. There were no sex scenes described. I am happy I purchased this, it was good overall.

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If only it were true

Wow! I’d love to have president Emma McMasters be real. I loved that she was strong, no nonsense and compassionate-what a president should be. Lynn Ames did a great job and Abby Craden’s narration was excellent! I really enjoyed the story! Palmer and Emma were adorable as a couple.

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Lynn lynn lynn!!!!

This listen was awesome. Maybe you and Abby Craden can run for president!!! I wish this could really happen in today's world of politics. Such a great inspiration.. Abby Craden did an amazing job as usual.

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Great book, very imaginary

I loved most of this book, I say most because towards the end it was a little too far fetched. But it is good to dream without dreams we will not advance. I am glad that 45 was not stepped on blindly, and rather mostly ignored, this way it didn’t become a political book. Well done. And narration? What ca I add when it is Abby Craden...

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potentially awesome story idea, tediously written

I was so excited when I got this book. The first few chapters didn't disappoint me. I enjoyed learning about Emma's and Palmer's lives and relationships. But somewhere along the line, the writing started getting tedious. It was awesome that the story took you into the everyday work and lives of Emma and Palmer. But my brain began to fog over at the myriad of details thrown at us. So much time was spent delving into the strategy of how they planned to rescue those hostages, that after a while, I just wanted the author to get on with it already. Also, I really didn't want to know the names of all twenty people who were at every single joint chiefs of staff or presidential meeting, or any other function either of them attended. Just too much minutiae. I loved the romance they developed, but it almost seemed to be an afterthought. For at least the first ten chapters, maybe more, there was no budding relationship between them. I love to see the romantic feelings heating up throughout my favorite stories. Sometimes, I love a slow burn that gradually builds up. This was more like a no-burn, that suddenly ignited out of nowhere towards the last part of the book. It was refreshing that there weren't repeated spats or break-ups over stupid misunderstandings, which happen with a lot of romances. Still, I wanted more details of their personal lives, and less of the tedious details about their professions. I liked the narrator, though, and she did splendidly on creating their distinct voices.

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Something for everyone and a great story

It is sometimes hard to find stories that my wife and I enjoy listening to together as we tend to enjoy slightly different story. We spend our summer evenings in the porch with a glass of wine listening, and enjoy them in long car rides. This one hit the mark for both of us. A little action, some intrigue and mystery and the happy ending. Some military activity, the elegance of a good president and well run presidency. Bravo, Lynn Ames.

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That's a Wrap! One for the Ages!

Hit all the right notes for a wonderful love story. Had me smiling, laughing out loud, righteously indignant and even crying real tears at some points. The story had it all and I really appreciated the authentic presentation of the life of a woman in the Officer ranks in the military. Having it take place in 2020 and taking on the political issues of the day was great. And of course showing everyone a smart, fearless, compassionate woman can be the leader of the free world was awesome. Last but not least was the performance by Abby Craven. I could listen to her read the Telephone Book. She is THAT amazing.