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The Seaside Homecoming
- On Devonshire Shores, Book 3
- By: Julie Klassen
- Narrated by: Elizabeth Jasicki
- Length: 13 hrs and 59 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 60
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 58
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Story5 out of 5 stars 58
Disgraced eldest sister Claire Summers has been living in exile as companion to a stern great-aunt in Scotland. About to lose her place and longing to be reconciled with her estranged family, Claire sees an advertisement from someone looking for a “respectable female partner” in a Sidmouth boarding house. Is it a sign? She answers the ad, hoping she has not made another reckless mistake. When she meets the handsome, secretive proprietor, she wonders what he’s hiding and if he’s any more trustworthy than the nobleman who betrayed her years ago.
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5 out of 5 stars
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A real good listen
- By Kerry on 01-02-25
- The Seaside Homecoming
- On Devonshire Shores, Book 3
- By: Julie Klassen
- Narrated by: Elizabeth Jasicki
No closure for Sarah
Reviewed: 12-29-24
So annoyed with this book. After waiting months for it to release on audible, we still have no happiness for Sarah. Instead, the book is consumed with a character we have no emotional connection with from the previous books. Really, really disappointed.
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Sprig Muslin
- Gossip, scandal and an unforgettable Regency romance
- By: Georgette Heyer
- Narrated by: Amelia Donkor
- Length: 9 hrs and 47 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 51
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Performance3.5 out of 5 stars 48
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 48
Sir Gareth Ludlow never truly recovered from the death of his fiancée. Years later, a chance encounter with Amanda, a young and devastatingly pretty runaway, inspires him to try to do the right thing and to set her on a path towards a good life. But Sir Gareth has been neck-deep in a life of debauchery and hedonism ever since his fiancée's death, and Amanda's startlingly lively imagination proves to be more than he'd bargained for. As they both become increasingly entangled in Sir Gareth's scheme, it seems more and more difficult for either of them to lead the life they should.
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2 out of 5 stars
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Wonderful Heyer but weird narration
- By J on 12-04-22
- Sprig Muslin
- Gossip, scandal and an unforgettable Regency romance
- By: Georgette Heyer
- Narrated by: Amelia Donkor
Insipid
Reviewed: 09-28-24
Really not a favorite of this one by G. Heyer. The narrator has some major hiccups along the way, the pauses appearing in such strange places. The accent also seems affected and when she says "bath" just like any American would, it's quite jarring. The story is... quite frankly, annoying. Almost insulting to one's intelligence. No.. not Heyer's usual fare.
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The Sisters of Sea View
- On Devonshire Shores
- By: Julie Klassen
- Narrated by: Elizabeth Jasicki
- Length: 15 hrs and 32 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 415
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 387
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 386
When their father's death leaves them impoverished, Sarah Summers and her genteel sisters fear they will be forced to sell the house and separate to earn livelihoods as governesses or companions. Determined to stay together, Sarah convinces them to open their seaside home to guests to make ends meet and provide for their ailing mother. Instead of the elderly invalids they expect to receive, however, they find themselves hosting eligible gentlemen. Sarah is soon torn between a growing attraction to a mysterious Scottish widower and duty to her family.
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1 out of 5 stars
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Why does it have to be a steamy romance
- By K on 12-31-22
- The Sisters of Sea View
- On Devonshire Shores
- By: Julie Klassen
- Narrated by: Elizabeth Jasicki
Great Series
Reviewed: 08-02-24
Exceptional narrator. Loved this series. Clean, funny sometimes, heart rending at times.. just a great satisfying read.
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Lady of Milkweed Manor
- By: Julie Klassen
- Narrated by: Simon Prebble
- Length: 12 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 783
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 708
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 709
A vicar's 20-year-old daughter pays dearly for a single lapse in judgment. To avoid the scorn of local villagers, Charlotte Lamb wends her way to the forbidding Milkweed Manor on the outskirts of London. Concealing her identity, she finds refuge within the dank confines of this mysterious bastion of old secrets and new life. She soon encounters a former suitor, harboring secrets of his own. Firmly relying on God's strength, both resolve to protect their loved ones.
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1 out of 5 stars
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PART MISSING!!
- By Wendy on 02-09-11
- Lady of Milkweed Manor
- By: Julie Klassen
- Narrated by: Simon Prebble
Made me cry happy tears...finally...
Reviewed: 07-16-24
Simon Prebble has a pleasant voice, easy to listen to, albeit a little too soft sometimes. This story is very good, keeps you vested until the very last moment. One of Klassen's best I'd say and I've listened to quite a few. I was really beginning to be very sad about how it was all unfolding and while I don't want to give any spoilers, I will say, it's a very nice ending.
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Henrietta
- The Daring Debutantes Series, Book 1
- By: M. C. Beaton
- Narrated by: Lindy Nettleton
- Length: 7 hrs and 50 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 665
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 627
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Story4 out of 5 stars 623
Even the inhabitants of secluded Nethercote looked pityingly upon young Henrietta, the vicar's sister; her plain features seemed to almost guarantee her a solitary future. And yet she had a determined spirit and magnificent hazel eyes. So when her great-aunt Hester left her unexpected wealth, Henrietta set out to conquer London's glittering high society and confound them all.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Cute but long for what it is
- By Laurie S on 03-08-20
- Henrietta
- The Daring Debutantes Series, Book 1
- By: M. C. Beaton
- Narrated by: Lindy Nettleton
Don't waste your credit
Reviewed: 03-03-24
The narration is terrible, not an ounce of voice acting other than the shrill whinings of an elderly lady throughout. The story is vapid and without substance and forget forming a character...who needs it apparently! Really a terrible experience.
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Lady of Quality
- By: Georgette Heyer
- Narrated by: Katherine Press
- Length: 8 hrs and 52 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 58
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 51
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 50
Annis Wychwood delights in her independence. Beautiful, rich and far too busy for love, she has turned down the advances of many a hopeful suitor. But when she becomes entangled in the affairs of a runaway heiress, she encounters the girl's guardian, the notorious Oliver Carleton. While Oliver may be a reckless and uncivil rogue, Annis can't help but be drawn towards his wild ways.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Love Heyer, well narrated
- By Anonymous User on 10-02-21
- Lady of Quality
- By: Georgette Heyer
- Narrated by: Katherine Press
Horrible narration..
Reviewed: 11-18-23
Narrator completely ruined a serviceable book. I look to Heyer for a relaxing, amusing romp. This stilted and monotone narration ruins the book.
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These Old Shades
- The Alastair-Audley Series, Book 1
- By: Georgette Heyer
- Narrated by: Sarah Nichols
- Length: 12 hrs and 1 min
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 324
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 297
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 297
Society believes the worst of Justin Alastair, the notorious Duke of Avon. When he encounters a young boy, Léon, who is running from his abusive brother, Avon employs the boy as his page, parading him around parties and other society events in full view of his bitter rival, the Comte de Saint-Vire. But the truth is soon uncovered: Léon is a girl named Léonie and is actually the legitimate child of the Comte and his wife. While Avon is intent on his plan to reveal the Comte’s duplicity and ruin him, he is charmed by Léonie’s kindness, falls in love, and becomes a changed man.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Much better edition
- By Joan Werthman on 07-13-22
- These Old Shades
- The Alastair-Audley Series, Book 1
- By: Georgette Heyer
- Narrated by: Sarah Nichols
I was ready for it to end …
Reviewed: 06-22-23
I’ve enjoyed most other GH novels, but this one I found a little tiresome. Perhaps it was the narrator. While not overtly annoying, there comes a point of weariness in listening to a female voice giving every male character a “gruff” tone in an attempt to sound …manly? This narrator ruined the book for me. Perhaps I am spoiled by listening to Juliet Stevenson.
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Scarlett
- The Sequel to Margaret Mitchell's "Gone with the Wind"
- By: Alexandra Ripley
- Narrated by: Linda Stephens
- Length: 36 hrs and 47 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 2,598
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 2,334
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 2,326
The most popular and beloved American historical novel ever written, Margaret Mitchell's Gone with the Wind is unparalleled in its portrayal of men and women at once larger than life but as real as ourselves. Now best-selling writer Alexandra Ripley brings us back to Tara and reintroduces us to the characters we remember so well: Rhett, Ashley, Mammy, Suellen, Aunt Pittypat, and, of course, Scarlett.
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5 out of 5 stars
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What a surprise!
- By Jennifer on 05-10-18
- Scarlett
- The Sequel to Margaret Mitchell's "Gone with the Wind"
- By: Alexandra Ripley
- Narrated by: Linda Stephens
How bad can one book be?
Reviewed: 05-04-23
Honestly, I wanted to love this. GWTW is my all time favourite story and I know every line in the movie by heart! This book…is absolutely wretched. Save your money. Suddenly Scarlet has two children older than Bonnie! And that’s just the beginning blasphemy. Not a single character has any depth, even Scarlet! it’s like a cardboard cartoon of GWTW. Add to a wretched story, a narrator who sounds 80 and therefore so does every character and you have a perfect storm of vapid idiocy. Worst purchase ever!
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The Great Gatsby
- By: F. Scott Fitzgerald
- Narrated by: Anthony Heald
- Length: 4 hrs and 53 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 2,576
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 2,259
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 2,248
Jay Gatsby is still in love with Daisy, whom he met during the war when he was penniless. Having made himself wealthy through illegal means, he now lives in a mansion across the bay from the home of Daisy Buchanan, who has since married for money. Holding on to his illusion of Daisy as perfect, he seeks to impress her with his wealth, and uses his new neighbor, Nick Carraway (our narrator), to reach her.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Always a great read!
- By victor on 02-19-21
- The Great Gatsby
- By: F. Scott Fitzgerald
- Narrated by: Anthony Heald
Meh…it killed a few hours
Reviewed: 05-03-22
Having never read this, or seen any of the movies, I was curious to at last see what all the hype was about. Honestly, I don’t get it! It’s a mildly interesting story, nothing of real substance or intrigue. Save your credits.
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The Hobbit
- By: J. R. R. Tolkien
- Narrated by: Andy Serkis
- Length: 10 hrs and 25 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 24,930
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 22,257
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Story5 out of 5 stars 22,175
Bilbo Baggins is a hobbit who enjoys a comfortable, unambitious life, rarely travelling further than the pantry of his hobbit-hole in Bag End. But his contentment is disturbed when the wizard, Gandalf, and a company of 13 dwarves arrive on his doorstep one day, to whisk him away on a journey "there and back again". They have a plot to raid the treasure hoard of Smaug the Magnificent, a large and very dangerous dragon.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Andy Serkis Was Sheer Perfection
- By Barbara on 09-22-20
- The Hobbit
- By: J. R. R. Tolkien
- Narrated by: Andy Serkis
Very good
Reviewed: 04-09-22
I wasn’t sure about Andy Serkis reading this, but I am most pleasantly surprised! No…he doesn’t do a great job with female voices, but then again, there are not a ton of female characters anyway. He doesn’t have a lot of character changes in voice either, but the man can build an atmosphere like few others I’ve ever heard. He can make the hair stand up on your neck, or bring the bitter tears to your eyes. I’ve read this series probably hundreds of times, but this was my first time hearing someone read it to me and I loved it! Well done indeed!
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