The Ha-Ha (Abridged): A Novel Audiobook

" I loved this book. It was touching and heartbreaking in the best way. The characters were very well-done - especially the main character. I look forward to reading more from Dave King. "

" Intriguing novel about a man who can communicate in language other than by writing. And yet, his relationships were varied and deep. A novel of hope "

" An interesting premise (based on a man who cannot speak), but got really borning since there is hardly any dialogue. "

" Whole lot of nothing "

" The only book I read in 2007. I'm glad it was such a good one. I wanted to give Howard a big hug, and Ryan, too. "

" A mute Vietnam vet takes care of his ex-girlfriend's nine-year-old while she is in rehab. What could go wrong? I found it fairly engaging and even mildly charming. "

" Thank goodness for The Quill Book awards. I never would have found this book without hearing of these awards. This book led me to read every Quill winner I could locate. The Ha-Ha is the story of a man with both literal and figuative barrier seperating him both emotionally and physically. "

" This is a low-key book but I found myself rooting for the characters. Loved the authors style. "

" Loved some parts; hated some parts. Good basic story. "

" I listened to the unabridged audio, and can highly recommend it. Howard is mute, yet you're hearing his thoughts, a far more intense experience than reading them in print. Moreover, the narrator does a great job with the other characters as well, especially Laurel's soft Texas twang. "

" I had trouble leaving this book alone. I recommend it as a vacation book as you will procrastinate on other tasks during its read. "

" Simply put, one of the best novels I read in 2008. Proof that, with enough interior information about him, a character doesn't need to be completely likable to be lovable. "

" Loved getting inside Howard's head and hearing his story. "

" very good storyline. loved it. heart wrenching. "

" I read this because it was recommended in a local newspaper featuring local writers. I enjoyed this as I grew up in the age of Vietnam Nam. This is a story of a man who suffered from drug addiction and his inner most thoughts. Good not grat. "

" This was a clever book with the narrator being mute. It had several surprises and was astonishingly hopeful! "

" Stumbled on this one. Gave it a try and ended up enjoying it. A different kind of book. Triumphs and struggles. Well written. "

" This book was well written but lengthy. A good story but I felt that I needed to put it down and take a rest from it at times. Actually I read a quick book while I reading this book just because I needed to take a break. "

" A great story about a Vietnam vet who is still somewhat damaged from the war- he can't talk- and his friendship with the young son of an old friend. One of my favorites of the last few years "

" Mindy recommended this to me-Emma read it and gave it a thumbs up-just started it last night. "

" Really enjoyed this book. A very different story and characters are unique. Reads fast with short little chapters, which is much needed for me right now! "

" The summary above does a good job of describing this book...which I loved! The story has great character development, a smooth story-line, emotion (but not phony), surprise, with some craziness thrown in. I really enjoyed it! "

" A great read! Very strong writing and possibly the only book where the main character is mute. After reading a chapter it actually took me a minute to realize I could in fact talk.It's about the power of redemption and recovery and the powerful way children can affect our lives. "

" ...not bad, not bad... overcoming obstacles and makeshift families... "

" I wasn't expecting much from this book, but it turned out much better than I was thinking. The main character was so complex very intriguing. Some of the situations in the story were a little too explicate for me, but overall, I was pleasantly surprised. "

" Slightly odd viewpoint but an interesting read "

" This did not sound like a book I would enjoy. Picked it up because I was nearing the bottom of my "to read". Could not put it down. Truly a moving story. Stayed with me long after I finished it. "

" Another book where language -- or lack of it -- makes the difference. A man injured in war and unable to speak, but otherwise unharmed physically or mentally, has to negotiate relationships past and present, all without words. "

" Fantastic moving novel of a man who makes connections with others in spite of grave handicaps. Sad, funny, and evocative. "