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Surprised and chagrined by the latest reviews on the Audible.com version of “Hackingthe Afterlife...”
Having read Brian Weiss, Michael Newton, Jane Roberts, and Dolores Cannon, amongst others, there was not a lot of new material but what he does is bring the concepts together in a manner that is not overwhelming. For those beginning their journey into this field, Hacking is a great springboard that will send you on your way to a deeper understanding of what you will discover on the flip side.
Surprised and chagrined by the latest reviews on the Audible.com version of “Hackingthe Afterlife...”
Narrator/Author
was easy to listen to and at the top of my list for books on the afterlife. I
have listened to quite a few and would recommend this one as the first book to
read/listen to if you are questioning why you are here and what you will do
after. Thank you for having it on Audible!
(You’re
welcome, thank you!)
2
of 2 people found this review helpful
Conservative
GirlMiami01-27-17
this
is an excellent book and I didn't mind the narrators natural style.....it was
real, human and endearing. God Bless You and yours, for all your hard work.
wishing you nothing but love-liness!!!! Emily
(Thank
you Emily, most appreciated)
1
of 2 people found this review helpful
Amazon CustomerIllinois,
USA01-18-17
I've
read and listened to many books in this genre and Rich does a great job at
making the subject matter accessible and enjoyable. This is the first book that
I have heard Rich narrate and so it was slightly different and not what you
would be accustomed to from an audio book. However, his natural approach
generates a more intimate and personal environment which adds to the
entertainment.
Having read Brian Weiss, Michael Newton, Jane Roberts, and Dolores Cannon, amongst others, there was not a lot of new material but what he does is bring the concepts together in a manner that is not overwhelming. For those beginning their journey into this field, Hacking is a great springboard that will send you on your way to a deeper understanding of what you will discover on the flip side.
(Thank
you!)
1
of 1 people found this review helpful
Rich01-17-17
nothing
better than a real-world author reading his own words of important things like
spirituality in the afterlife, but reading it as if you were sitting in a
Tavern and having the conversation over a drink with a good buddy. It's not
boring spirituality lectures, it's stories of research into past life
regressions and medium sessions with logic and humor SD structure and bases.
(Drinks
on the house!)
Dbernelle01-10-17
As
in the title, Rich's work is fantastic, but he should have practiced his
reading & used consistent acoustics.
His work is real & his humor is great.... if he wasn't surprised over & over by his own words & the wording of the book it would have had the impact that it deserved - I would still want him to be the reader, just practiced...
His work is real & his humor is great.... if he wasn't surprised over & over by his own words & the wording of the book it would have had the impact that it deserved - I would still want him to be the reader, just practiced...
(I
agree. Elocution lessons for me!)
1
of 1 people found this review helpful
Marcia D.01-05-17
A
true gift to everyone...particularly those whose hearts and minds pursue the "eternal
questions" that continue to plague us and our planet...Rich Martini gladly
shares the gold from his studies, research documentaries, filmed and radio
interviews, personal experiences in the crossover worlds, questions,
conjecture, opinions and, among all those facets gathered and recorded from the
combined worlds of earth life and Spirit, issues proffered for any perspectives
anyone may seek. I find endless delight in the ebook narration of this work
simply because he exudes such irrepressible humor, common sense, joyful
spontaneity and engaging warmth in the eager, direct
conversations-with-a-friend spirit that leaps into the atmosphere and fills the
personal space of the listener. In my almost 50 years of traveling these paths,
this is surely the best summation I've found to date of the wisest truths that
are there for the gathering.
Congratulations, Rich Martini...and Thank You!
(Thank
you Marcia! Very kind.)
.
1
of 1 people found this review helpful
BebeCentreville,
VA12-30-16
Any
additional comments?
While
the narration is different from other audiobooks I wouldn't say it bothered me.
This book felt more like I was listening to a speech which in no way took away
from the content. If you're a fan of esoterica or are open minded to discover
new materials then this book is a treasure! I've read or listened to 100's on
this topic and while some of the information and ideas already exist in print
it's the depth of review that appeals to me in this book. Plus, there was
plenty of new information. I found the listen to be delightful.
(I
found this review to be delightful. Thanks.)
1
of 1 people found this review helpful
JoyChimayo,
Nm, United States12-29-16
What
did you love best about Hacking the Afterlife?
I love the author's reading of the book. His voice, humor and
asides make a subject that is hard to believe very compelling. In studying the
afterlife through reading many books, I am still unsure. I like this author. I
think that he believes what he's saying. I am not with him as an absolute
believer. I'm thinking about taking a deep hypnosis session because I listened
to this book. Not sure, but maybe..
The Jesus fixation was a little strange. But I went with it. So many people who were with Jesus at one time or another? Strains credulity to a very, very, very limit. Still, I went with it. Kinda.
The Jesus fixation was a little strange. But I went with it. So many people who were with Jesus at one time or another? Strains credulity to a very, very, very limit. Still, I went with it. Kinda.
What
other book might you compare Hacking the Afterlife to and why?
LIfe After Life.
Which
character – as performed by Richard Martini – was your favorite?
Richard Martini is very funny and smart, and all of this book is
done in his voice. I love his voice.
Was
this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
No. I listened to it in seven parts.
Any
additional comments?
Keep
going, Richard Martini. If I'm interested, many people are. Maybe less Jesus
next time.
(Thanks
Joy! I’ll let Jesus know! (just kidding) I’m just reporting though.)
1
of 1 people found this review helpful
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G. Merkel01-14-17
What
could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?
Was hoping for some, if not brilliant, at least interesting
glimpses of the afterlife. Instead this book turned into a rambling monologue
with very little substance and endless "name dropping." Heard about
Amelia Earhart to ad nauseum with claims that she was a spy captured by the
Japanese (he spent over an hour on that alone). Then of course, there was a
long torturous interview with none other than Jesus himself, who claims not to
have died on the cross after all. Michael Jackson put in an appearance as well
as Robin Williams and the list goes on. Although I have no way of knowing what
actually happened to these individuals, the story lines which were supposed to
have been given through a medium, were all over the place and sometimes even
contradictory. Boring would be an understatement. After about 6 hrs. of
listening and trying my best to be open minded, I simply couldn't take anymore.
Has
Hacking the Afterlife turned you off from other books in this genre?
Luckily, I have listened to books by many other authors on this
subject which I thoroughly enjoyed and felt that I came away with a greater
understanding of the topic. Raymond Moody, Jeffrey Long, Brian Weiss, James Van
Praagh, Penny Sartori, Michael Newton and Eben Alexander, among others, have
some terrific books on the subject and I am hoping they will release more.
How
could the performance have been better?
In all fairness, I have read previous books by Richard Martini
"The Flipside" and "It's a Wonderful Afterlife" and they
were not that bad. Although most of his work seems to revolve around the rich
and or famous, not the regular person on the street, he at least didn't belabor
one historic figure to the same degree in those books. I was able to get
through them. My main complaint is that his works are filled with way too much
dialogue and irrelevant information, rather than giving much insight into the
afterlife. It almost comes across more like a bad script stuffed with fillers.
What
reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment?
Main reaction was disappointment since I had really been looking
forward to listening to this book, and then found out that it couldn't hold my
interest.
Any
additional comments?
The
book came across as being fabricated and lacking in authenticity. If it was
genuine, then it fell short of convincing this reader. At the very least, it
could have been entertaining, even if I didn't buy it. Which is not to say that
I am a skeptic on the subject, just this one particular book.
I tracked down Cheryl on Facebook and wrote the
following:
Cheryl! I'm sorry you didn't like my audio version of
"Hacking the Afterlife." How can I make it up to you? I hope you asked for your money back...
sounds like you had a hard time listening to it... really, tell me how. have you
seen the print copy? (Michael Jackson isn't in it... I think you meant Prince,
but that's not my choice - I didn't ask for any celebrities to "come
through" - but I do live in hollywood).
So I knew Robin Williams, I
reviewed Prince for a show he did and saw him backstage... I don't know why
they reached out to Jennifer Shaffer - but they did. Don't know what to say about it feeling fabricated - you've written positive reviews of my previous books "Flipside" and "It's a Wonderful Afterlife." Everything that I report is filmed. Meaning, I film my interviews, and I either post them online, or provide transcripts for what's said. The book are literal transcripts. The audio is me reading those transcripts. So not much I can fabricate.
And as to Amelia - what can I say? After 30 years of
research, I had 3 different mediums answer questions about her - and they were
all accurate - not anything that is available in the research. So the point of
her section was "new information" from people in the afterlife. Not
because she’s famous. Because she’s still accessible. (as are all our loved
ones.) It’s Amelia that tells the medium that US soldiers didn't dig up her
body (she doesn't tell me!)
And finally - I thought long and hard about including
the Jesus material - but this nearly half a dozen people contacted me to claim
that they knew or met him in a previous lifetime... at some point I realized I
was being prejudiced by not reporting that...
Who am I to deny what they’re
telling me? Again, I’m a reporter, reporting what I hear. Happy to send you a
free copy of the book, or a copy of the film flipside? But Audible is a money
back guarantee – and I’m sure you can get a refund. Thanks. Rich
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