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Moonlight Motor
A fair fight doesn’t start with hunger. That will to live drives a desperate, hungry man to find solace on a train. After all, you got to keep moving to survive. The only problem is that blending in with the passengers may be worse than getting caught.
- GenresHorror
Audible Audio
Published November 12, 2018
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About the author
James Livingood
42 books108 followersJames was born in Montana, raised with three brothers, and provided trouble for two parents. In his 20's he fell in love with the Pacific Northwest. He then moved out to Seattle after college and started a life. In 2014, he started the writing adventure.
Check out his books here: http://www.longtailwriting.com
Check out his books here: http://www.longtailwriting.com
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Displaying 1 - 7 of 7 reviews
March 4, 2019
I really liked this disturbing story about a beggar riding on a very special train. What is the most important thing in a train? Why are all the other passengers acting in such a strange manner? If you take this creepy train ride you'll stay reading to the final stop. It's a great parable on human society with a fantastic twist. I was very scared reading this story and can only recommend it.
April 30, 2020
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and I have voluntarily left this review.
This was a very odd book. It was enjoyable and it was interesting to see into the human psyche, but I spent most of it wondering what I was listening to.
This was a very odd book. It was enjoyable and it was interesting to see into the human psyche, but I spent most of it wondering what I was listening to.
December 13, 2018
What a punch in this story! super creepy! Keeps you thinking WTF is going on here! lovedddddd the narrator! again I'll complain it was too short!!
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review
May 13, 2019
A creepy, strange, and short train ride with a homeless man is the best way I can sum up this story.
I see that other reviewers say that they are confused, left hanging, etc. But, sometimes the things that our imagination provides are far scarier than what an author writes in words.
The author definitely makes you wonder what is happening and makes you feel for the main character. The descriptions of his encounters with the train passengers give off just the right amount of creepy vibe.
The narrator, Sean Erik Hoffman, does a great job and adds a lot to the reader's enjoyment. If you are a fan of Twilight Zone type stories, give this one a listen. I will be thinking about this one for a while!
I was given the opportunity to listen to the Audiobook version of this story by the author/narrator/publisher and chose to review it.
I see that other reviewers say that they are confused, left hanging, etc. But, sometimes the things that our imagination provides are far scarier than what an author writes in words.
The author definitely makes you wonder what is happening and makes you feel for the main character. The descriptions of his encounters with the train passengers give off just the right amount of creepy vibe.
The narrator, Sean Erik Hoffman, does a great job and adds a lot to the reader's enjoyment. If you are a fan of Twilight Zone type stories, give this one a listen. I will be thinking about this one for a while!
I was given the opportunity to listen to the Audiobook version of this story by the author/narrator/publisher and chose to review it.
December 6, 2018
I received a complimentary copy of this audiobook from the publisher/author in exchange for a voluntary honest review.
I truly haven't enjoyed most of the review copy audiobooks I've received over the last year, but this one was short and fun. It reminded me of some of Joe Hill or Blake Crouch's earlier short stories; creepy, well thought out, and not too long to get boring or overly complex.
The critical diction police part of me does need to point out that some things are overly reiterated when not necessary. Specifically, saying snow over and over again in the beginning of the story made me cringe a little; but I otherwise have no complaints.
I also want to add that, unlike most of the other review copy audibooks, the narration in this book is actually really good.
I truly haven't enjoyed most of the review copy audiobooks I've received over the last year, but this one was short and fun. It reminded me of some of Joe Hill or Blake Crouch's earlier short stories; creepy, well thought out, and not too long to get boring or overly complex.
The critical diction police part of me does need to point out that some things are overly reiterated when not necessary. Specifically, saying snow over and over again in the beginning of the story made me cringe a little; but I otherwise have no complaints.
I also want to add that, unlike most of the other review copy audibooks, the narration in this book is actually really good.
November 8, 2019
**** SPOILER ALERT ****
I listened to "Moonlight Motor" on Audible, however, I recommend that you, yes you, my fellow readers pick up this spine-tingling story in any format.
Livingood does an excellent job of world building and character development as he weaves this fine macabre tale.
Sean Erik Hofman does a superb job of bringing this story to life with his excellent narration. Livingood chose well when he picked Hoffman.
In the interest of transparency: I was given a free review copy of this book and I am voluntarily sharing this review.
It is my own honest opinion.
I listened to "Moonlight Motor" on Audible, however, I recommend that you, yes you, my fellow readers pick up this spine-tingling story in any format.
Livingood does an excellent job of world building and character development as he weaves this fine macabre tale.
Sean Erik Hofman does a superb job of bringing this story to life with his excellent narration. Livingood chose well when he picked Hoffman.
In the interest of transparency: I was given a free review copy of this book and I am voluntarily sharing this review.
It is my own honest opinion.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 18, 2022
Odd, but entertaining. A homeless man escapes harassment and jumps on a train. A very odd train. With very odd passengers.
Audible review. The narration made this story come to life. Nice job.
Audible review. The narration made this story come to life. Nice job.
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