The Ballad of Trenchmouth Taggart Audiobook

" An interesting read. Reminded me of a West Virginian version of Forest Gump. "

" as a social worker: distressing. as a reader: fascinating. "

" This is an unusual book. It is about an unusual character (Trenchmouth Taggart) with an unusual affliction (trenchmouth) in unusual settings. I did find I had to be in the mood for it though. Sometimes it was hard going, sometimes a little depressing. There were also many heartwarming moments though. I would recommend that anyone who likes something a little different to let Trenchmouth to take you with him on his journey through life. "

" Decent appalachian yarn. Enjoyed best with moonshine. "

" Thought it was going to be a four- or five-star kind of book until the middle doldrums, somewhere around page 180 or so. Had to finish by then, but the book never really recaptured the magic I felt in the early pages. I guess I liked Trenchmouth as a young guy making rash decisions and mistakes rather than an old man who seemed to think his actions (some of them crimes) made him better than other people. I felt that a little bit of preachy crept in where it didn't belong. As always, your mileage may vary. "

" Set in Southern West Virginia and spanning more than a century, this is the life story of a man who is the Forrest Gump of WV. "

" Ultimately ridiculous story of orphan with no teeth! "

" I thoroughly enjoyed this story and its characters. I would have given it 5 stars except that parts of the storyline were a little Forrest Gump-ish, which I found a bit gimmicky. "

" Nicely written but disappointing :( "

" Almost magical realism meets Appalachia in a lyrical account of grim coal mine labor strife. It's the style that offers redemption. Taylor is brilliant. "

" fell in love with this intriguing little book that so expertly, and entertainingly weaves West Virginia history and Appalachian folk tale into one cohesive story. "

" Great book by a young, first time author. I liked his prose and the story. The end was somehow lacking though. "

" Interesting...kindle edition...I don't have a kindle, I just picked the cover of the paperback I read.... I think Glenn Taylor is a really good storyteller and I look forward to reading his books for many many years to come. His words just roll right off the page. "

" 3/11 Ballad, tall tale, expanded myth ... a sad but interesting story. A 108 year old man describes portions of his unusual life. He was used and bamboozled more often then not. The circle of his life ends with the actions of his youth that he thought he had given up forever. "

" If you can suspend reality, this is a quirky read about one man (with a gift for cunnilingus and snake handling - never thought I'd put those in the same sentence) in Appalachia in the early and middle part of the 20th century. "

" I enjoyed this book--strange, interesting, well-written. I don't think it's for everyone but I'm glad Ade offered it to me! "

" I enjoyed this book immensely. It was a great read. It was a great use of the mountain people's vast knowledge and stories and culture with a great epic adventure of one man. It was almost everything I love in a story all wrapped up into one. "

" I love this book! It's got action and adventure - told over the entire life time of the main character.. I wish they would make this book into a movie - its phenomenal. "

" One of my favorites from the last year! The characters though odd grab hold of you emotionally and don't let go. You want the best for trenchmouth leading you to turn every page in anticipation of his next adventure, experience, or life lesson. I highly recommend! "

" First novel by this author. I feel like I know the land of West-By-God, now. And like Trenchmouth was a friend of mine. "

" Excellent read. Engaging, well developed characters, fascinating storyline with a hint of mystical realism. "