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In The Preservationist, Dave Maine tells the story of Noe who has been called by God to build a boat and collect two of every animal on earth to be saved from a coming deluge.
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"The Noah's ark story, told from varying perspectives. You will laugh out loud! Thought provoking, edifying, gratifying, it is an excellent example of the use of voice in writing, as each chapter told by a different character has differences in tone, word usage, and attitude. I loved it. "
— Tamara (4 out of 5 stars)
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" Excellent retelling of the Bible story of Noah's Ark from the point of view of Noah's wife. "
— Mary, 1/31/2014 -
" I really didn't think I was going to like this book but it sucked me in. Kind of an interesting concept, to imagine what it would have been like to be Noah and have to figure out this whole ark business. "
— Lisa, 1/8/2014 -
" So cleverly and simply written. I expected something more "heavy" and complex, I guess because of the bible connection. But I thoroughly enjoyed the smart way the story was told, and found it a memorable and easy read. "
— Deandrea, 12/25/2013 -
" I really enjoyed the story and the deeper look at the characters - but couldn't help compare this to Fallen. It does make me want to read more by David Maine. "
— Sam, 12/23/2013 -
" Noe and the Flood retold in a completely refreshing way. Powerful language. Short, well-crafted sentences. Gentle humor. Characters you come to know and love. All in a slim book for a long weekend. Enjoy! "
— Art, 12/15/2013 -
" A very thoughtful, humorous retelling of the story of Noah and how we all got here. "
— Sarah, 12/10/2013 -
" it was a fun read about noah's ark. i actually learned alot. "
— Amy, 12/5/2013 -
" I had very high hopes for this book, which were dashed against the rocks fairly quickly. Mainly I didn't understand why every other page had a sex scene; I get that there wasn't much in the way of entertainment in Noah's day, but still. It took a beautiful story and made it vulgar. "
— Bethany, 11/29/2013 -
" A funny novel about the story of Noah. "
— Nicole, 11/25/2013 -
" i think if either maine had cut a lot of the sex out or if parents cared less about their kids reading about sexuality, this would eventually, inevitably become required reading. it's a great book. very deep, very entertaining. "
— L., 9/7/2013 -
" A retelling of the story of Noah. Though there were some playful elements I liked, The overall tone didn't work--it kept almost working, then not quite getting there. It was engaging enough to keep me listening, but not quite enjoyable enough to recommend. "
— Osho, 7/15/2013 -
" I really enjoyed the perspectives of this book, somehow I just never think about the people we know from the Bible actually having lives except for the little slices we are told about. "
— Katty, 11/10/2012 -
" Like most biblical stories that have been adapted to novels by strange authors, there's a strong focus on animalistic sex between humans. If that's your bag, this book is for you. "
— Jillian, 9/18/2012 -
" This is one of the most imaginative books I've read. A fictitious take on Noah and The Ark, each chapter is told from a different point of view. A gritty story with plenty of girl-power. I am sure I will read this again from time to time. "
— Sarah, 9/18/2012 -
" Enjoyed this quite a bit. "
— Beth, 5/18/2012 -
" Funny and irrevant. A strong work of creative writing that rounds out the Bible characters more fully. "
— Ashley, 3/26/2012 -
" Noah's Ark tale told in delightful prose. Great work! "
— Stacey, 12/17/2011 -
" I like that this book made me think more about the events that Noah and his family experienced. It was refreshing to hear the women's perspectives, although they often seemed to be a little too modern-day. "
— Carolyn, 12/5/2011 -
" The story of Noah and the Ark told from the perspective of Noah, his wife, his sons and their wives. Very interesting and creative. "
— Amy, 9/10/2011 -
" Great book. I think it could have had a little less “rutting.” That normally doesn’t bother me but gives me the creeps when I think of prophets doing it. I definitely put a new perspective on that bible story for me. "
— Denise, 2/1/2011 -
" it was a fun read about noah's ark. i actually learned alot. "
— Amy, 1/8/2011 -
" I read this for a new book club I'm in. Not one I would normally pick up but an interesting story about Noah's Arc and what "went on" to build it etc. "
— Erin, 9/6/2010 -
" very fascinating take on the story of Noah and his family. i really enjoyed all the different perspectives presented by the author. "
— Monica, 6/29/2010 -
" Not bad, but not as funny as I expected. Not really funny at all. "
— Jamie, 6/23/2010 -
" This book was amazing. Takes the outline of the story of Noah and the ark and fills in what it might have been like for him and his family. Author writes different chapters from perspectives of different characters (Noah, sons, wife, etc.) Loved it. "
— Angela, 6/23/2010 -
" A fleshed out version of the biblical story of Noah. I think this is one religious people could enjoy. I preferred "In the Shadow of the Ark" by Ann Proovost. "
— Julia, 6/21/2010
About David Maine
David Maine was born and raised in Connecticut but spent much of his life living in Morocco and Pakistan. His first novel was The Preservationist, a retelling of the Noah story from Genesis. This was followed by Fallen, which re-examined the stories of Eve and Adam and Abel and Cain. His is also the author of The Gamble of the Godless.
About the Narrators
Beth McDonald, a Juilliard graduate, has appeared across the country in regional theatre productions of plays by Shakespeare, Neil Simon, Sophocles, Arthur Miller, Moliere, A. R.Gurney, Euripides, and others. Her Broadway credits include the original cast of Angels in America, A Few Good Men, and Einstein and the Polar Bear. Her television work includes appearances on Law & Order, Third Watch, and The Courtroom as well as recurring roles on All My Children and As the World Turns. She has appeared in Mona Lisa Smile and several independent feature films. An Earphones Award-winner, Beth has read a number of audiobooks including Susan Faludi’s The Terror Dream, Sandra Brown’s Sunny Chandler’s Return, Tami Hoag’s Dark Horse, and Elisabeth Hyde’s The Abortionist’s Daughter.
John Randolph Jones is a voice talent and audiobook narrator.
Beth McDonald, a Juilliard graduate, has appeared across the country in regional theatre productions of plays by Shakespeare, Neil Simon, Sophocles, Arthur Miller, Moliere, A. R.Gurney, Euripides, and others. Her Broadway credits include the original cast of Angels in America, A Few Good Men, and Einstein and the Polar Bear. Her television work includes appearances on Law & Order, Third Watch, and The Courtroom as well as recurring roles on All My Children and As the World Turns. She has appeared in Mona Lisa Smile and several independent feature films. An Earphones Award-winner, Beth has read a number of audiobooks including Susan Faludi’s The Terror Dream, Sandra Brown’s Sunny Chandler’s Return, Tami Hoag’s Dark Horse, and Elisabeth Hyde’s The Abortionist’s Daughter.
John Randolph Jones is a voice talent and audiobook narrator.
Tavia Gilbert is an acclaimed narrator of more than four hundred full-cast and multivoice audiobooks for virtually every publisher in the industry. Named the 2018 Voice of Choice by Booklist magazine, she is also winner of the prestigious Audie Award for best narration. She has earned numerous Earphones Awards, a Voice Arts Award, and a Listen-Up Award. Audible.com has named her a Genre-Defining Narrator: Master of Memoir. In addition to voice acting, she is an accomplished producer, singer, and theater actor. She is also a producer, singer, photographer, and a writer, as well as the cofounder of a feminist publishing company, Animal Mineral.