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Title: The Gift

Author: Danielle Steel

Narrator: Ron McLarty

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 30 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-20-12

Publisher: Random House Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 66 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

On a June day, a young woman in a summer dress steps off a Chicago-bound bus into a small Midwestern town. She doesn't intend to stay. She is just passing through. Yet her stopping here has a reason and it is part of a story that you will never forget.

The time is the 1950s, when life was simpler, people still believed in dreams, and family was - very nearly - everything. The place is a small Midwestern town with a high school and a downtown, a skating pond and a movie house. And on a tree-lined street in the heartland of America, an extraordinary set of events begins to unfold. And gradually, what seems serendipitous is tinged with purpose. A happy home is shattered by a child's senseless death. A loving marriage starts to unravel. And a stranger arrives - a young woman who will touch many lives before she moves on. She and a young man will meet and fall in love. Their love, so innocent and full of hope, helps to restore a family's dreams. And all of their lives will be changed forever by the precious gift she leaves them.

The Gift, Danielle Steel's 33rd best-selling work, is a magical story told with stunning simplicity and power. It reveals a relationship so moving it will take your breath away. And it tells a haunting and beautiful truth about the unpredictability - and the wonder - of life.

Members Reviews:

Huge disappointment!

Ron McLarty did the best he could with this poorly written, ludicrous, predictable story. By far the worst Danielle Steel book I've ever read. DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME OR CREDITS! It reads as if it was written for teenagers. Very naive teenagers.

Touching but not sappy!

thus was one of my favorite Danielle Steel books. and I've read quite a few. it was touching, but not at all sappy.

My New Favorite Story

A heartfelt, tender story, I felt like I was on the journey with the characters

The Gift

Great narration. I felt like crying after what happen to Maribeth. I really loved her courage and how she more or less had to grow up and make decision. She is wise beyond her years. I love that she also made another family come together again. Also that she didn't let anything get in her way of completing her educaton. Excellent story. I always enjoy Danielle Steel books.

Christmas Bittersweet Story

I listen to all of Danielle Steel's books and this one is set in the 1950's.

If you enjoy the Waltons you should enjoy this dramatic family story.

The narrator is really excellent and he makes this an easy listen.

Danielle Steel writes simple novels about people and their challenges. The listener can relate to their pain and frustrations their sorrow and ultimately their joy and understanding.

Despite the sugar coating and dramatic prose she has an immense talent for story telling characterisation and for delivering a very satisfying ending.

This story stays with you long after you finish it and you hanker after a sequel.

Enjoy.

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Title: Let Love Find You

Author: Johanna Lindsey

Narrator: Anne Flosnik

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-12-12

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 354 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Lady Amanda Locke has struck out miserably in her two Seasons on the marriage mart. Beautiful, titled, and charming - even if she does talk a bit too much - Amanda doesnt understand why love eludes her. Even her father, the Duke of Norford, is so perplexed he is prepared to take drastic measures to ensure his daughters happiness. Now, as Amanda begins her third Season, she gets a little help from Cupid, a darkly handsome horse breeder whose knowledge of basic animal attraction has guided him in arranging more than a few successful matches between the young ladies and gentlemen of the ton.

Hired by Amandas family, Devin Baldwin produces results for Amanda and soon she is happy to be courted by one of his clients, the dashing Viscount Altone. In order to secure Amandas match to a nobleman obsessed with horse racing, Devin must teach Amanda how to overcome her fear of horses. But as Devin shows her the joys of riding, hunting, and racing, will their own hearts run astray as Amanda finds herself falling in love with Cupid himself?

Experience Johanna Lindseys mastery of historical romance! (Entertainment Weekly)

Members Reviews:

Good book to pass the time

This is not fast paced book at all which makes it good to listen to while cleaning, gardening, or any hobby you enjoy. It was an nice story that did keep my interest - it was just more slower paced than I'm used to. I still would recommend this book because the price is very reasonable. So for the price....I'd say give it a try.

Entertaining if you can get past the terrible narrator

This was an entertaining light read but I could not get past the narrator's reading style which was comically overdramatic at best and eye-rollingly annoying at worst.

Love the Series

This series of 4 books [so far] is lovely, but I must admit that I like the 2 center books in the series better than the first book or this last book.

Repeated storyline

I honestly think this was too similar to the plot of Ophelia's as well as another one of the A Malory series. can't quite remember what one. however still I good one.

Excellent story

I have most of this authors books, I believe this one has become my favorite. the characters are likable and the story held my interest throughout.

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Title: Winning the Highlander's Heart

Author: Terry Spear

Narrator: Maxine Lennon

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 52 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-01-12

Publisher: Vinspire Publishing, LLC

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 88 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Countess Anice vows to flee the amorous advances of King Henry I, and return to her home in the Highlands, where she hopes to find a laird to wed. Highlander Laird Malcolm MacNeill, seeking an English bride, becomes entangled with the Scottish lass while trying to find out why her staff has vanished.

Members Reviews:

Could have been good but......

Weak narrator that doesn't give this book her all, I often couldn't distinguish between which characters were talking ruined this listen for me, coupled with a so/so plot makes this a so/so listen.

Worth a credit? No, not in my opinion, there's much better Highlander books out there which has spoilt me for lesser ones.

Terry Spears-always fun to read.

Terry never fails to entertain-she offers fun adventures and takes you places you have never been and could never go to except in her stories. Always happy to read the next book as soon as it comes out. Great escape.

NARRATOR NARRATOR NARRATOR!!!

Any additional comments?

I couldn't even get through the first hour of this book unfortunately....only because of the narrator. She was horrible....went so fast and with no expression in her voice that I couldn't even follow what she was saying. I had no idea what was going on in the story so I turned it off and bought a different book. Too bad.......Somebody...please Somebody...listen to these narrators and determine if they are worth the money of an audiobook!!! Bad Bad Bad.

Narrator is monotone.

Liked the story but the narrator did not differentiate the characters. Men all sounded like women.

Ok Story, BAD Narration

Would you try another book from Terry Spear and/or Maxine Lennon?

I've read Terry Spear's books and they are great. The narrator ruined this one for me though.

If youve listened to books by Terry Spear before, how does this one compare?

N/A

Would you be willing to try another one of Maxine Lennons performances?

No. She doesn't have a lot of emotion in her narration. It was hard to distinguish the characters. I felt like she barely paused, it was fast even after slowing it down. I found myself zoning out throughout the entire read. I've read the book version and it was much better.

If this book were a movie would you go see it?

Not if Maxine Lennon was involved.

Any additional comments?

A quality narrator can make a bad story good. With that said, a good story can be ruined by a bad narrator.

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Title: Mrs. Budley Falls from Grace

Subtitle: The Poor Relation, Book 3

Author: M. C. Beaton

Narrator: Davina Poter

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 9 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-01-12

Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 544 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Eliza Budley is a beautiful widow whose husband gambled away his fortune. Lady Fortescue reminds the others that, to be fair, Mrs. Budley has no relatives on whom she can call. Gentle Mrs. Budley thinks she has escaped her fate until Sir Philip comes up with a plan: He has heard that the elderly Marquess of Peterhouse is senile, a widower, extremely rich, and unlikely to remember whether Mrs. Budley is a relative or not. So off Mrs. Budley goes to the bleak castle where the marquess turns out to be not so old, hardly senile, and, in fact, quite handsome.

The loveable characters from the Poor Relation Hotel return in this sparkling and adventurous Regency from Marion Chesney.

Members Reviews:

good series, but predictable

What made the experience of listening to Mrs. Budley Falls from Grace the most enjoyable?

MC Beaton seriously lacks imagination, Mrs Budley nothing else than all the other folks that join the poor relation. It is a poor relation imaginary book.

How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable?

get more spicy and more courageous......

Which character as performed by Davina Poter was your favorite?

all of them if it weren't for Davina Porter I would have not listened to these series

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

nope it is all so predicatable

Any additional comments?

only get it on sale

Consistant Light Romantic Regency Fare

Third installment of the Poor Relation Series. Set in the Regency period. Some nice period details sprinkled in the novel. This series of novels are light, entertaining reads. Regency without the bodice ripping.

As before the main romance is almost relegated to a subplot as the lives, hopes and dreams of the other characters were explored. Gentle humour, pleasantly entertaining.

The narration is, as ever, stunningly good.

The Poor Relations Series

What made the experience of listening to Mrs. Budley Falls from Grace the most enjoyable?

I am totally hooked on this series. Ms. Poter's narration is wonderful. I am delighted

by the main character's personalities and can't wait for the next book to see what

they get involved in this time.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Sir Philip is the most colorful character. He is a rake, kind, hateful,sweet, and

totally unpredictable.

What does Davina Poter bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book?

I have listened to her narations of M.C.Beaton and enjoyed them but this series is her

finest performance. Her characters come alive. She deserves 5 stars for this

narration.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

The series brings laughs, worry, historical information, and pure delight.

Cast of characters

I have enjoyed this series of books and the character development in each book. The story line gets a bit far fetched at times, but always in a good way. I feel like I am reading about characters I would like to have as friends.

Love this series

Just another great book in a cute series. It is an easy listening companion. I will continue to Sir Phillips Folly next in the series.

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Title: Along Came a Duke

Subtitle: Rhymes with Love

Author: Elizabeth Boyle

Narrator: Susan Duerden

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 32 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-29-12

Publisher: HarperAudio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 205 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Her Aunt Allegra said, "A young lady with a fortune is subject to all sorts of untoward attentions by the worst sort of vagrants."

It is a lesson Tabitha Timmons, a penniless spinster, has never needed to heed. That is, until she is left a vast fortune payable only upon her marriage to the very respectable Mr. Barkworth - a match that offers little chance of discovering exactly what her aunt means by "untoward attentions."

But the same can't be said when the Duke of Preston happens along Tabitha's path. He spies a rebellious streak in her that matches his own, and he makes it his mission to save her from such a passionless match, interfering in her life at every turn. All too soon, Preston - whose very name spells ruin - has Tabitha caught between the good fortune that guarantees her security, and his kiss, which promises an entirely different kind of happily-ever-after.

Members Reviews:

Good Entertainment

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

This book is amusing as well as a good story. There are some very funny dialogues and the story is absorbing enough to be quite diverting, which is the reason someone would choose a book of this sort.

Who was your favorite character and why?

The hero is well written: he is complex enough to be interesting and described enough to be sympathetic. The author allows the reader to understand the hero's motivations and reactions, not always the case with romance heroes. The hero develops a stronger sense of his identity during the course of the novel in a believable way. The heroine's development was also interesting to follow and unfolded at a creditable pace, complementing the hero's evolution. Neither seemed too stupid to live, a common failing in romances.

Have you listened to any of Susan Duerdens other performances before? How does this one compare?

No, this was my first listen to her. She performs the voice of the hero superbly.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

There were some truly delightful scenes between the hero, heroine and the antagonist.

Any additional comments?

This is an excellent pick if you are looking for 11+ hours of enjoyable diversion. It is not terribly memorable, but is a very entertaining way to pass the hours.

Excellent Narration, Typical Story

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I would recommend this book if you continue to enjoy the usual formula: girl in trouble, rake finds girl, rake causes girl more trouble, rake breaks her heart, then he saves her and they live happily ever after. I do enjoy these stories a great deal!Susan Duerden never fails to give the right tone to an historical, English romance. Love her.

What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting?

There was good depth and build within each character, plus some surprises.

Just what I needed!

Would you listen to Along Came a Duke again? Why?

This is a romance that was fun to listen to. I needed my sexy escapist audio and this worked. It was a little light on the sex scenes, what can i say?...I would have preferred more. The characters are interesting which I liked very much. The male character was pretty complex and the female lead was strong and fiesty. I liked both characters very much. Overall this is a very enjoyable listen and if you like Regency Romance novels then this is a very good pick.

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Title: Night Hawk

Author: Beverly Jenkins

Narrator: Kevin R. Free

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 9 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-16-12

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 188 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Award-winning and best-selling author Beverly Jenkins delivers another satisfying and deeply emotional historical romance set during the Revolutionary War. Jenkins continues to win readers with her adventurous tales - where love and high stakes go hand in hand.

Members Reviews:

Great read

Any additional comments?

This was a thoroughly enjoyable read. Not predictable. Strong characters and ensemble cast. While I am not necessarily a western reader, I loved this story and recommend it to anyone who enjoys a good book. The narration was superb.

I have read and listen and love it.

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

If you like listening to stories on the radio, you will like this.

What did you like best about this story?

I love the role the main characters play. The way they love and their will power. How their love made them strong.

Which character as performed by Kevin R. Free was your favorite?

I love the main characters.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I love Beverly Jenkins books. I have read all her books. I love the characters and the history story line.

Very Good, but NOT The Revolutionary War Era

What made the experience of listening to Night Hawk the most enjoyable?

I enjoyed the story overall and liked the heroine very much - it gave very good information about the West and details about the plight of Natives and Blacks during the time period after Reconstruction (better than the South).

What was one of the most memorable moments of Night Hawk?

The heroine's escape from the Preacher! :)

What do you think the narrator could have done better?

The performance could have been better - I didn't care for Ian's voice and some of the minor characters.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Life Beyond the Pain.

Any additional comments?

I think I would have enjoyed it more with a different narrator.

Night Hawk ( gotta live it)

Loved the audio version of this book. I was pleasantly surprised by the narrator; he did an excellent job.

AA++ for the story and performance

Beverly Jenkins is a master at historical romance and Night Hawk doesn't disappoint. The story and each character is fully developed and the twists and turns of the plot will have you laughing and gasping!

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Title: Between the Devil and Desire

Subtitle: Scoundrels of St. James, Book 2

Author: Lorraine Heath

Narrator: Susan Ericksen, Antony Ferguson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 15 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-07-12

Publisher: HarperCollins

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 809 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

London's most notorious rogue - decadent, depraved, forbidden:

The ladies of the town won't stop whispering about deliciously wicked Jack Dodger - once a thieving street urchin, now the wealthy owner of London's most exclusive gentleman's club. There's no pleasure he hasn't enjoyed, no debauchery the handsome scoundrel won't provide for the lords who flock to his house of carnal intrigue.

London's most virtuous lady - honorable, uncorrupted, and all too human:

Olivia, Duchess of Lovingdon, would never associate with such a rogue. So when Jack is named sole heir to the duke's personal possessions, the beautiful, well-bred lady is outraged. Now, Olivia is forced to share her beloved home with this despicable man.

But Olivia's icy disdain is no match for Jack's dangerous charm. His touch awakens desire. His kiss demands surrender. She will struggle to bar Jack from her heart....but her body, coveting divine release, will not let her bar him from her bed.

Members Reviews:

Wonderful addition to the series

I enjoyed this second book in the series. The characters continue from book one and are so well developed I found myself totally involved....again. It is really difficult to stop listening mostly because of the hardships they've endured and how they overcome them. The love story just develops naturally....not something far-fetched or predictable. I highly recommend this series.

The first historical romance I've really enjoyed

STORY (historical romance) - I like contemporary romances much better than historical ones, but this one is actually pretty good. It has the usual issue -- someone from the upper class falls for someone from the lower -- but this book has a lot of other stuff going on that makes it much better. Olivia is an English Dutchess whose husband has just died, and Jack is a scoundrel. They've been thrown together in a most unusual way, and they end up living in the same house and Jack is appointed to be guardian for Olivia's son.

Needless to say, they end up having the hots for each other. I subtracted a star from this book primarily because I got sick and tired of them constantly thinking about each other and trying to analyze their feelings and what they should do about them. Enough!!!! But nevertheless, the story is good and their feelings for each other become genuine. The author has a talent for writing very hot scenes in a unique way that has great tenderness and also maintains an element of class.

PERFORMANCE - I love Susan Ericksen from the In Death series, and she continues to deliver. Her voice lends itself to portray men and women nicely, and her natural English accent is lovely. She doesn't distinguish much between characters but does some pretty good cockney accents and the voice of a young boy.

OVERALL - This is Book 2 in the series, but it's the first I've listened to. I can't comment on its relation to the rest of the series, but it can stand completely on its own. There's no profanity, but there is lots of thinking about sex and also some pretty explicit sexual acts. Recommended for mature females only.

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Title: Passions of a Wicked Earl

Author: Lorraine Heath

Narrator: Anne Flosnik

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 8 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-25-12

Publisher: HarperCollins

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 266 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Known throughout for his prowess in the bedroom, Morgan Lyons, the eighth Earl of Westcliffe, cannot forgive an unpardonable affront to his honor. Discovering his young bride in the arms of his brother was a staggering blow - so he banished the beautiful deceiver to the country and devoted himself to the pursuit of carnal pleasure.

Claire Lyons was an innocent, frightened girl on her wedding day, seeking chaste comfort from a childhood friend. Now, years later, she has blossomed magnificently and has returned to London with one goal in mind: the seduction of her notorious husband. Unskilled in the sensual arts, she burns nonetheless for the kisses too long denied her. And she has but one Season to win back the heart of the rogue she betrayed.

They are masters of seduction, London's greatest lovers. Living for pleasure, they will give their hearts to no one... until love takes them by surprise.

Critic Reviews:

"Plenty of... twists and turns appear en route to the passionate conclusion. Complex, emotional romance and a hint of mystery complete this tale, which will have readers eagerly anticipating the next installment." (Publishers Weekly)

Members Reviews:

Probably should read not listen to this one

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

Although the story was good, the narrator's voice almost made me stop listening within the first 5 minutes. I won't be listening to the second book in the series just because of her narration.

Who was your favorite character and why?

The male and female lead were good characters but the sister was as irritating as the narrator.

Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Anne Flosnik?

Susan Erickson is the best!!!

If this book were a movie would you go see it?

A little light for a movie.

Ho Hum

Lorraine Heath is like that little girl in the rhyme: when she is good she is very, very good but when she is bad, she is awful. Unfortunately, this book is of the second type! After about 2 hours I kept looking to see if it was over yet! It features a "heroine" with a weak back bone and a brain the size of a walnut. But just when you think it can't get any worse, along comes her pea-brained sister! She sounds like an opera singer warming up: me me me me me!! Unfortunately, the hero doesn't offer much more either. Forcing myself to get to the end of this recording was torture. Anne Flosnick does a good job with the reading as she usually does, but she sure doesn't have much to work with here. I definitely recommend that you not waste your money on this one.

loved this book

Would you listen to Passions of a Wicked Earl again? Why?

This is the first book I have read by this author and would deffinitely read more. Great regency romance.

LOVELY LITTLE STORY

Would you listen to Passions of a Wicked Earl again? Why?

Yes, because I love stories like this. Always get caught up with them.

What other book might you compare Passions of a Wicked Earl to and why?

Did not hear much yet so can't compare it.

Have you listened to any of Anne Flosniks other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes, I love her way of reading.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Yes when she lost the child.

Great writing, story line bothered me some.

Would you listen to Passions of a Wicked Earl again? Why?

I would go straight to books 2 and 3.

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Title: To Win Her Heart

Author: Karen Witemeyer

Narrator: Therese Plummer

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 59 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-17-11

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 414 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

RITA Award nominee Karen Witemeyer is acclaimed for her winning blend of history, humor, and romance. In this heartstirring tale, repentant exconvict Levi Grant comes to Spencer, Texas, in 1887 - hoping to put his past behind him and start out fresh as the towns new blacksmith. To promote civility, Eden Spencer runs her own lending library, where she discovers Levis love of literature. But just as romance begins to bloom, Eden learns of Levis prodigal past.

Members Reviews:

Impossible to part from! Heartwarming! :)

What made the experience of listening to To Win Her Heart the most enjoyable?

It is a precious thing in a world full of so much compromise, to find a novel that is so true to the heart of God. The struggles of life, redemption, growth, forgiveness, and unconditional love are some of the things you will find in this novel. It is heartwarming to see love blossom in the order it was meant by God; in the midst of facing the hardships of life and learning to make the right choices without compromising no matter how difficult they may be.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Levi was my favorite character in this story because he is a shining example that a persons past does not have to define who they are. "Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new." 2 Corinthians 5:17

Which character as performed by Therese Plummer was your favorite?

Eden was my favorite performed character! I love the inflections and sweet southern bell accent Therese gave to Eden's voice. Although I live in Texas and have a southern draw myself, there is no way that my mind would have created such a perfect voice for Eden!

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Absolutely! I found it absolutely painful to part from. Though I wasn't able to finish it all in one sitting (as I a mother of five children and finding time is a difficult thing), I finished it in two days time and now I am listening to it again!

Any additional comments?

I will be purchasing all of Karen Witemeyer's books, and audiobooks. She has made it to my favorite author's shelf! :)

Great Romance, Strong Characters

If you could sum up To Win Her Heart in three words, what would they be?

Inspiration, Strength, Love

Who was your favorite character and why?

I fell in love with Levi right along with the main character, and I can't explain why without giving away too much of the book!

What about Therese Plummer???s performance did you like?

She did very well... but as a Texan, I heard more of the eastern southern belle accent in her characters than a southern Texas accent. Other than that, I enjoyed her pace of reading and her representation of the characters.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I laughed out loud at certain moments, and yes, I got teary eyed towards the end.

Any additional comments?

I like how this book incorporated so many things! Romance, of course, but also forgiveness, prejudice, class distinction, violence... and so much more. As I read/listen to more of Karen Witemeyer's books, I can see her growth and her passion for the Lord. The characters are in real relationships, they deal with real issues, but they work through things, talk to each other, and get through things together.

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Title: Midnight Angel: A Novel

Author: Lisa Kleypas

Narrator: Susan Duerden

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 40 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-01-11

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 483 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Lord Lucas Stokehurst is captivated by the gentle grace and regal beauty of Miss Karen Billings, who appeared seemingly out of nowhere and now stands demurely before him. Enchanted, the gallant, haunted widower impetuously offers her a position as governess to his young daughter, taking the lady of mystery into his home.

But Miss Billings has another name, Anastasia, and a dark past that pursues her still. Condemned for a crime she cannot remember, she barely escaped the gallows. And now she seeks shelter in the arms of a man devastated by tragedy, a man who must now defy society and the forces of vengeance to keep his lady safe and their bold new love alive.

Members Reviews:

Read this before Prince of Dreams!

I made a mistake and listened to Prine of dreams first which was fine as these novels can stand alone. It would have been so much better to listen in order. This book was amazing. Luke is the classic hero that has lost so much and only Tasia can heal his broken heart. The characters feel similar to Mr. Rochester and Jayne Eyre but this novel is not written in the same style. I love this genre, but this is definitely a "grown-up" version delving deeper into the private behind doors moments. Kleypas, as always, makes her charaters shine. One I will listen to again and again!

KLEYPAS AND DUERDEN - WHAT A LOVELY COMBO

This is book 1 and Prince of Dreams is book 2 - for your total enjoyment listen to them in order - but they could be a stand alone listen.

It's what you expect from L.K. - strong characters who are entangled in an interesting plot, lots of romance, slight sex scenes and, of course, a handsome hero - ahhhh what more can we ask for whilst doing the housework?

Worth a credit? If you like a Victorian romance then it's a must have (along with book 2 of course).

Excellent vocalization of characters by S. Duerden

Any additional comments?

This is my second audible BOGO title -- an older Kleypas historical that I've never gotten around to reading.

I thoroughly enjoyed the book, even though it is not up to the standards of Kleypas's later titles. The lovers fall into the sack rather quickly, and the dramatic plots twists are not so very dramatic and are resolved quickly and cleanly.

Susan Duerden is a new narrator to me, and I have mixed feelings. She did an outstanding job voicing the characters. Tasia's Russian accent was not laid on too thick, and her male voices were all excellent. She has a narration style, however, that annoys me, and I'm not sure that I can adequately describe it. When coming to the end of a sentence, she raises the pitch of her voice, whereas a more natural style is to lower it. (?)(help me out here, Caz, is 'pitch' the right word) This results in an almost sing-song style and adds a tone of, I dunno, urgency to every sentence. This is the same style that drove me nuts listening to Angela Dawe's presentation of Jennifer Ashley's Mackenzie stories, one of my favorite HR series.

There is a sequel that I haven't read, and I expect that I'll listen to it. The hero is Prince Nicholas, who is the villain in this story. It's always fun to watch how that happens.

Exceptional Narration and Story

I had read this novel years ago and enjoyed it but I was still surprised by how the quality of the narration could really draw me back into the story.