Familiar story but still worth it

It's a fairly common "human weapon" story: The operative shaped by a crappy childhood, toughened by the military and desensitized by covert missions who now is out on his own, rich, and paired with a sexy young thing. Add to this plot a somewhat familiar storyline of having psychic abilities that are used for both good and evil. The notable twist is that it's skillfully written and told in a time travel way that doesn't lose or confuse you. Instead it holds your intense interest in two, sometimes three, storylines. To be candid, though, half way through I was ready to give it 5 shining stars, but then in the middle it wasn't that original and it became maybe even a little preachy, but once you get over that hump it is a roller coaster of action and page turning. Oh, and Bronson Pinchot - BRAVO!

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Fan of Farnsworth

Imaginative, as always. Mr. Farnsworth manages to come up with the most implausible characters (his first three novels were about the President's vampire) and make them come to life. His plots are always extremely entertaining. He can't write fast enough for me.

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Excellent Story!!!

Would you listen to Killfile again? Why?

I loved this book, the writing was excellent, I mean really excellent, there are so many authors just throwing words onto a page to get yet another book out regardless playing off their names & previous works, it's sad most especially for the person attempting to read these works. Farnsworth is talented, I haven't read his other books but Killfile was fantastic, highly recommend!

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Outstanding Book...could not stop listening.

What made the experience of listening to Killfile the most enjoyable?

The reader was spot on. The dialogue in this book is terrific. It is witty, sarcastic and very funny. This is science fiction but it is done so well you believe it. That is a sign of a great book.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Killfile?

When you think the main character, John, is out of options and Eli Preston, the protagonist, has him against the wall, John again outsmarts him.

Which scene was your favorite?

Without giving away the book, the final scene between John and the Everett Sloan, guy who initially hired him.

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

John, the main character, talking about growing up in foster care with his special gift and how isolated he felt.

Any additional comments?

I think this would make a fabulous sci-fi movie. I could see Ryan Reynolds playing John Smith because he reminded me of the character, Deadpool. I will read more of Christopher Farnsworth's books because his writing is superb.

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Weird. Scary. I couldn't stop listening

No idea what I expected, but this was a great book and I plan to listen to another by Farnsworth in the next week or so. Creepy because it's not really that unrealistic. Narrator was perfect, especially for the main character, John.

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Psi-Power Thriller

Like Farnsworth's President's Vampire trilogy the John Smith series gives us a fun genre mix-up. Both exist in the thriller category but stir in a little of the paranormal to make things a little unusual.

Pinchot is the reason I started this book. He is great. I finished because this is an exciting story.

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Narrator is off this time around

Another excellent book by Chris Farnsworth. Alas, not the best Bronson Pinchot has produced, by far. I've listened to him narrate a wide variety of stories, including Farnsworth's series, The President's Vampire. Unfortunately for this book, Pinchot's narration is all over the place - he switches the narrator's voice in unpredictable ways that aren't required by the text. The narrator sounds like he's got multiple personality disorder! If I were Audible, I'd have Pinchot re-do the book - he's capable of much better work!

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Clever, Different, Mentally Interesting &Enjoyable

I am not sure what I expected but it certainly wasn't a clever and unique perspective with lots of depth story written around computer crime. And Bronson Pinchot's PERFORMANCE is such a treat. Before I even finished listening I was already checking out what other books Farnsworth has written and what others are narrated (more accurately said performed) by Pinchot. Totally - Totally enjoyed this book/listen.

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Awesome

This was a great listen. Fast pace you never knew what new character would pop up. This Author made it real easy to follow when there was flashbacks of the main character, some authors are not always good at that but he pulled it off. So if your looking for a book maybe too pass the weekend with here it is.

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Great book even better narration!!!

I love the narrator. And the story is a delightful blend of sci-fi, thriller, and adventure! I'll be looking for more from this author.

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