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Title: Bliss

Author: Lynsay Sands

Narrator: Justin Hill

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 26 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-25-17

Publisher: Harper Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 142 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

No one blends humor and sensuality like New York Times best-selling author Lynsay Sands in this captivating story of feuding nobles forced to marry - and destined to fall in love.

Love thy neighbor, 'tis said. A fine idea, except when the neighbor in question is Lord Holden. Lady Helen Tiernay has complained frequently about his treatment of his people. Too frequently perhaps, for the king intends to curb their constant bickering by ordering them to wed. Helen can't refuse a royal decree, but she'll do everything possible to drive away her devilishly attractive husband-to-be.

Holden has faced all manner of horrors on the battlefield. But marriage to "the tyrant of Tiernay" is still a worrying prospect - until he glimpses Helen in the flesh. What flesh it is - soft, lush, made for his touch. If she weren't so intent on thinking up devious ways to prevent consummating their bond, Helen would see how perfect they are together and that a marriage begun as enemies can turn to absolute pleasure.

Members Reviews:

loved it

this was a great book. it made me laugh so hard i cried... definitely worth a credit..

excellent narration

If you could sum up Bliss in three words, what would they be?

funny, well-read, great

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

The story was set in 1173, but the dialogue was very modern. Especially when the healer asked a patient if she had " an allergic reaction". This term seems out of place 850 years ago. I doubt anyone knew about allergies back then.The heroine said that a tenant was "turfed out". that is slang that is used in modern speech, not in that time period. All of the words that were out of their timeframe, took me away from the story.

What does Justin Hill bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book?

He is an excellent narrator. He is very much like Nicholas Bolton, and even a little better in some aspects. I can't say enough about JH, but will be looking for all the books he narrates, as he is a new find!

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

It made me laugh. Some of the circumstances went on a little too long, but not to the point of being frustrating.

Its Bliss

Narrator is really good... Several one liners that are extremely funny. Loved the book and writer.

HILARIOUS LOVABLE H/H

Bliss is an Outstanding story. When Lady Helen Tiernay is order by King Henry to marry her neighbor "The Hammer" Lord Heathe Holden she is determine to make him cry off. She hates him and believes he has done some horrible things to the tenants that live on his land.

This story is Hilarious, the characters are just loveable. Its fast paced excellent writing and dialog between the H/H. There is also someone trying to kill Lord Holden. I love Lady Helen, her aunt and there maids Hijinks. They come up with some of the funnies ways to make Heathe cry off. Soon Heathe finds out what they are up too. So does the Kings man Lord Templeton who has come to see the marriage takes place. He is also very funny. He has had enough of the delays of the marriage and consummation. So he sees to it LOL!!

Once the couple comes together they have a hot sensual marriage and grow in love with each other.

Truly a enjoyable story I couldn't put it down.

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Title: Bread of Angels

Author: Tessa Afshar

Narrator: Rendah Heywood

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 30 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-14-17

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 135 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Purple. The foundation of an influential trade in a Roman world dominated by men. One woman rises up to take the reins of success in an incredible journey of courage, grit, and friendship. And along the way, she changes the world. But before she was Lydia, the seller of purple, she was simply a merchant's daughter who loved three things: her father, her ancestral home, and making dye. Then unbearable betrayal robs her of nearly everything. With only her father's secret formulas left, Lydia flees to Philippi and struggles to establish her business on her own. Determination and serendipitous acquaintances - along with her father's precious dye - help her become one of the city's preeminent merchants. But fear lingers in every shadow until Lydia meets the Apostle Paul and hears his message of hope, becoming his first European convert. Still, Lydia can't outrun her secrets forever, and when past and present collide, she must either stand firm and trust in her fledgling faith or succumb to the fear that has ruled her life.

Members Reviews:

Refreshing

I loved it. It renewed me spiritually. Exactly what I needed to get me out of my slums.

tessa never disappoints

Loved it... Amazing story of Lydia. TessaTessa's beautiful way with words make the reader feel the biblicial fictious reasons behind these great women in the bible for turning to God may have happened that way

Twists and Turns

This book is worth it. I thought it would cross the line towards cringeworthy but Tessa knows how to toe the line without crossing it. Over the course of 20 years you are thrown into the world of Lydia. This book does an amazing job following the story of Lydia in the book of Acts. It renews your faith in God. Great read!!!!!!!!!

Authors are blessed with creativity.

They have created a work of art with their words. My heart saw God's works and in His works hope, love and forgiveness came alive. It was more than a delightful read. It was a bountiful blessing.

Thoroughly enjoyed!

I thought this author did a great job staying biblically accurate while at the same time weaving a believable story about Lydia. The Bible doesnt give us much detail but this story gives significant onsite to her character.

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Title: To Sir Phillip, with Love

Author: Julia Quinn

Narrator: Rosalyn Landor

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 26 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-11-17

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 253 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Sir Phillip knew that Eloise Bridgerton was a spinster, and so he'd proposed, figuring that she'd be homely and unassuming, and more than a little desperate for an offer of marriage. Except...she wasn't. The beautiful woman on his doorstep was anything but quiet, and when she stopped talking long enough to close her mouth, all he wanted to do was kiss her... and more. Did he think she was mad?

Eloise Bridgerton couldn't marry a man she had never met! But then she started thinking...and wondering...and before she knew it, she was in a hired carriage in the middle of the night, on her way to meet the man she hoped might be her perfect match. Except...he wasn't. Her perfect husband wouldn't be so moody and ill-mannered, and while Phillip was certainly handsome, he was a large brute of a man, rough and rugged, and totally unlike the London gentlemen vying for her hand. But when he smiled...and when he kissed her...the rest of the world simply fell away, and she couldn't help but wonder...could this imperfect man be perfect for her?

Members Reviews:

WELL DONE!

What did you love best about To Sir Phillip, with Love?

Altho there is so much honesty in Ms Quinn's stories, I really enjoyed this one. To have a 2nd chance at life itself is awesome. To get to know ones self is better as you are facing it. A delightful book!

What other book might you compare To Sir Phillip, with Love to and why?

None it has it's own quality.

Which character as performed by Rosalyn Landor was your favorite?

Phillip

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

It made to me laugh & cry. There is much truth in it. Dare to see & feel it.

Just ok

This is probably my least favorite story. It never felt like the couple fell in love with each other let alone desired each other. The tension that a great story was lacking in the end it felt like rhe heroine just settled.

Very Enjoyable! Listened in 1 day

If you could sum up To Sir Phillip, with Love in three words, what would they be?

Him: Tall, hunky, handsome -- Her: fiesty, beautiful, understanding

What did you like best about this story?

Synopsis: Sir Phillip Crane, 30 years old, has recently lost his wife of 8 years to severe, chronic depression. In those days they called it melancholy. His wife attempts suicide by drowning in a near frozen lake and dies several days later. The Crane's have disrespectful and undisciplined 7 year old twins who have been left to the care of numerous nannies and nurses. Mrs. Crane's never married cousin Eloise, age 28, starts a kind letter conversation with Sir Phillip for 1 year following the mourning of his wife, whom he did not love.

Eloise shows up at his doorstep one evening, the children playing terrible pranks on her, Phillip yelling at them. The next day the only way Phillip can stop her mouth from talking incessantly is to kiss her! And the romance begins! Eloise a force to be reckoned with and just what Phillip and the children have needed so badly.

This story had me chuckling at Eloise and Phillip's banter numerous times, and laughing out loud while they were having an argument in the greenhouse when "her mouth was moving and no words came out." There are 2 scenes of sex and they were pretty hot!

It ends happy and satisfying, albeit a bit quick, I wanted the story to go on.

Any additional comments?

This is a good Austen Mr.

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Title: Highland Spring

Subtitle: Seasons of Fortitude Series, Book 1

Author: Elizabeth Rose

Narrator: Brian J. Gill

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 17 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-10-17

Publisher: RoseScribe Media Inc.

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 42 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Spring has been raised as a warrior, not knowing she's been stolen as a baby by Cromwell Gunn. When her clan decides to launch a plan to seize their enemy's castle, she has no choice to go along with it. Shaw Gordon is laird and chieftain and also a widower with three children. He is looking for a wife. But he never expects the offer of his worst enemy's daughter in the form of an alliance. He doesn't trust them, but when he sees the girl with his late father's bow and arrows in her hand, he will do anything to get it back - even marry the enemy. Can Spring find the strength to continue, and draw on the strength of her new husband as well when she discovers her entire life is based on a horrific lie?

Members Reviews:

Highland Spring

Awesome fast paced story with unexpected possibilities involving future and past events. I like that the strong well developed characters were an extension of the previous trilogy. Brian J. Gill gives an excellent, 5 star performance as the audible narrator. His talent gave life to all the characters with his accurate and believable pronunciations and regional accents and voices for the varied characters. I have really enjoyed all of the boo k s in these connected series very much. Not only has Elizabeth Rose given us another amazing adventure, but Brian J. Gill gives an amazing audible performance. They really seem to make a excellent, coordinated team, to bring us an enjoyable listening experience.

Awesome Story

I was cheering for the good guys and could not wait for someone to give it to the bad guys! Lol. The only problem I did have was the detailed intimate parts. They were more than necessary. But the story and plot was so good.

Love all the Seasons books!

Spring's story did not disappoint. well thought out characters and experiences for all of them. fast-paced and exciting story, Brian Gill brings them to life, changing from one character to another smoothly and oh his voice is dreamy. :)

A Woman of Strength, a Man of Understanding

Any additional comments?

A man who wishes to love again, to provide a womans love to his children. A woman, trained as a warrior, not knowing how to love. Brought together to wed -- an alliance of two clans. Both clans has issues of acceptance. Will peace take hold?

Spring has always been calmed by rubbing her talisman, a small wooden piece, knawed on as a child, and had since forever. Her father, part of the Gunn clan hardened her soul, making her one of his best warriors. She is an expert with a bow and arrow she found on a dead man, when only ten years old. Her life has been harsh, but she loves her two brothers. Her father has always said she and they were triplets, but his statement has always been speculative.

Now Spring is a pawn to capture her fathers enemy, the Gordon clan, to allow him access to take the keep. Shes been married to this man, a man who has three children. Changes occur. Spring softens. Love claims her. How can she betray her new family? How can she betray the family shes had for 18 years? Is it possible she can keep them both safe?

I enjoyed the story with a definite edginess to it. Spring is put into a perilous situation. Her emotions and understanding of who she is develop the story and propel the plot forward.

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Title: A Name Unknown

Subtitle: Shadows Over England, Book 1

Author: Roseanna M. White

Narrator: Liz Pearce

Format: Unabridged

Length: 15 hrs and 17 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-04-17

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 107 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Edwardian romance and history gains a twist of suspense.

Rosemary Gresham has no family beyond the band of former urchins that helped her survive as a girl in the mean streets of London. Grown now, they concentrate on stealing high-value items and have learned how to blend into upper-class society. But when Rosemary must determine whether a certain wealthy gentleman is loyal to Britain or to Germany, she is in for the challenge of a lifetime. How does one steal a family's history, their very name?

Peter Holstein, given his family's German blood, writes his popular series of adventure novels under a pen name. With European politics boiling and his own neighbors suspicious of him, Peter debates whether it might be best to change his name for good. When Rosemary shows up at his door pretending to be a historian and offering to help him trace his family history, his question might be answered.

But as the two work together and Rosemary sees his gracious reaction to his neighbors' scornful attacks, she wonders if her assignment is going down the wrong path. Is it too late to help him prove that he's more than his name?

Members Reviews:

Wonderful Spy Mystery

I wasn't sure what to expect with this book but I thoroughly enjoyed it. The characters are so endearing with hints of quirkiness. This is a spy style story that showcases lessons learned surrounding relationships with mystery. This book has a Christian theme that runs throughout but it's definitely not preachy. The narration was spot on.....every character was unique and the accents were perfection.

Definitely will be checking out more in this series.

Excellent Christian Fiction

If you could sum up A Name Unknown in three words, what would they be?

This book is Christian fiction, but it isn't boring. It is full of spies and the intrigue of world events leading up to WWI and thieves.

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

Liz Pearce is a really good narrator, and I was so excited to learn she'd done this one. I hope she does the rest of the series!

Excellent Christian book

I was not sure I would like this book at first but as the story progressed the better it got. This was a clean mystery that had me crying, laughing and wondering how it would turn out. I highly recommend this book to one and all!

Fabulous!

So witty and clever and inspiring! And this may be one of my favorite narrations ever, she absolutely made the story. This just spoke to me on so many levels. Buy this book you will be happy that you did!

White Wins in my Audio World

This story is a story within a story! It's "positively delightful" how White wraps up a London Librarian in disguise to spy on a man who, presents as a German loyalist, actually is a true live it Christian. Intrigue, hilarious scene after hilarious scene..kept me up all night, fighting to keep from "snorting in laughter as no lady would do"..This Book is honestly worth 3 credits- 1 for ea story in it, 1 for ea hilarious scene where ms. librarian boxes the ears of men in scenes who def deserve it, 1 for the "Said Dangerous, Bad Guy Bloke" who actually admires said librarian whose working for him..or so he thinks. A bonus credit for all the hilarious scenes..Bravo! Excellently written, Excellently narrated! My #2 favorite of 5yrs of Audible.

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Title: The Reluctant Duchess

Author: Roseanna M. White

Narrator: Liz Pearce

Format: Unabridged

Length: 13 hrs and 20 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-12-17

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 89 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

After a shocking attack, Rowena Kinnaird is desperate to escape her family and her ex-fiancé. She finds an unexpected protector in the Duke of Nottingham, but will she ever be able to trust him - let alone fall in love - when his custody of the Fire Eyes jewels endangers her once more?

A riveting Edwardian series set among Britain's high society, Lady Rowena Kinnaird may be the heiress to a Highland earldom, but she has never felt good enough - not for her father, not for the man she thought she'd marry, not for God. But after a shocking attack, she's willing to be forever an outcast if it means escaping Loch Morar.

Brice Myerston, the Duke of Nottingham, has found himself in possession of a rare treasure his enemies are prepared to kill for. While Brice has never been one to shy away from manor-born ladies, the last thing he needs is the distraction of Lady Rowena, who finds herself in a desperate situation. But when Rowena's father tries to trap Brice into marrying his daughter, Brice makes a surprising decision.

Rowena wanted to escape the Highlands, but she's reluctant to marry a notorious flirt. And when she learns that Brice is mixed up in questionable business with a stolen treasure, she fears she's about to end up directly in the path of everything she was trying to avoid.

Members Reviews:

Just as good as book one.

After listening to book one in this series and liking it I knew I had to give book two a listen. I like this series because each book is a complete story with no cliffhangers and they are clean reads. Like book one, this book has delightful characters with mystery and romance. It does have some of the same characters as book one but you definitely could start with book two of this series and you wouldn't be lost. The characters are Christians so if you don't enjoy books of faith you might want to skip this series. But I recommend this to everyone.

Loved the narration! She is a delight to listen to.

starts off strong and continues throughout

The first book was slow and hard to follow but this second one is very good at capturing your attention and keeping it throughout the book. great book!

Excellent!

Narrator brilliantly brings life to this well written story! Loved the characters, the faith portrayed, and seeing the rare depth of character that caused two strangers to fight for what is right... to fight for love.

Reluctant Dutchess

My family could not stop listening with me. this book jerked us all around. I was not disappointed.

WW2 series was much better, IMO

This book had a lot of potential. I just don't care for cheap tricks like jewel theives, kidnappings, etc. If you like that sort of thing then you might enjoy this more than I did.

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Title: Love Story

Subtitle: A Novel

Author: Karen Kingsbury

Narrator: Kirby Heyborne, January LaVoy

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 39 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-06-17

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 212 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

From New York Times best-selling author Karen Kingsbury comes a new book featuring everyone's favorite family - the Baxters.

From the day they met, John and Elizabeth were destined to fall in love. Their whirlwind romance started when they were young college students and lasted nearly 30 years - until Elizabeth died of cancer.

So when John Baxter is asked to relive his long-ago love story with Elizabeth for his grandson Cole's heritage project, he's not sure he can do it. The sadness might simply be too great. But he agrees and allows his heart and soul to go places they haven't gone in decades. Back to the breathless first moments, but also to the secret heartbreak that brought John and Elizabeth together.

At the same time, Baxter family friend Cody Coleman is working through the breakup of his complicated relationship with Andi Ellison. He is determined to move on when a chance sighting changes his plans - and heart. Can Cody convince Andi to give their love another try, or is it time for them to say good-bye for good?

As school comes to an end, Cole presents his report on the love story between his grandparents John and Elizabeth Baxter. It is a tale that touches the hearts of the entire family and one that causes Cole to better understand his own beginning.

Whether you're meeting the Baxter family for the first time or finding them all over again, Love Story will stir your heart and remind you of the generational impact of love and the eternal bond of family.

Members Reviews:

love

Karen always creates great stories I have been a fan of hers for years. It's a good clean Christian book that demonstrate many life lessons.

The readers voice is horrible

I love my audio books but I honestly couldnt finish this book cause I couldnt stand listening to this automatons voice. I really dont think this was a human reading the book. :/ This was truly the worst audible book Ive ever heard. Ill try reading it :/

Great Book!!!

I loved the book. I have read some other books on the Baxter family. I am definitely going to finish the rest of them now. I really thought this one the best so far, however I think I always say that after each story.

Great love story

I loved the story because of its ecouraging theme of love and God through good times and bad times. I liked the use of a male and female narrator.

Warmed my heart!

If you could sum up Love Story in three words, what would they be?

Warmed my heart!

What did you like best about this story?

I liked hearing about the love story between Elizabeth and John, and Ashley and Landon! Every time I read/listen to one of your books I always take something away with, and see Scripture in a different way!

What about January LaVoy and Kirby Heyborne s performance did you like?

They speak clearly and pronunciate their words greatly. I have a physical disability and one of the symptoms is hearing loss. I do not have any trouble hearing them!

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

I love when Cole found the gentleman that helped John with his vehicle and with his soul when he was looking for Elizabeth. At that time John helped him reconnect his relationship with God!

Any additional comments?

I love reading about the Baxter family!

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Title: The Girl with the Make-Believe Husband

Subtitle: A Bridgertons Prequel

Author: Julia Quinn

Narrator: Rosalyn Landor

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 14 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-30-17

Publisher: HarperAudio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 282 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

With her brother, Thomas, injured on the battlefront in the colonies, orphaned Cecilia Harcourt has two unbearable choices: move in with a maiden aunt or marry a scheming cousin. Instead she chooses option three and travels across the Atlantic, determined to nurse her brother back to health.

But after a week of searching, she finds not her brother but his best friend, the handsome officer Edward Rokesby. He's unconscious and in desperate need of her care, and Cecilia vows that she will save this soldier's life, even if staying by his side means telling one little lie.

When Edward comes to, he's more than a little confused. The blow to his head knocked out three months of his memory, but surely he would recall getting married. He knows who Cecilia Harcourt is - even if he does not recall her face - and with everyone calling her his wife, he decides it must be true, even though he'd always assumed he'd marry his neighbor back in England.

Cecilia risks her entire future by giving herself - completely - to the man she loves. But when the truth comes out, Edward may have a few surprises of his own for the new Mrs. Rokesby.

Members Reviews:

Delightful !

What a joyful tale of love, not just romantic love, though that part was so satisfying, but love of family, duty, friendship and honor. Julia Quinn at her best!! And Rosalyn Landor, my favorite narrator. What a treat. Well worth a credit.

Not my favorite Julia Quinn novel.

Sluggish until toward end, unlikeable female character. 1st novel in this series was excellent. I had anticipated another Quinn masterpiece and was left disappointed - for me and for Edward - he deserved better. The idea of the story was good, but even my favorite narrator could not solve the sluggish and unlikeable aspects. I hope Andrew has a better outcome.

unhappy with x rated content

Any additional comments?

This is my first Julia Quinn novel and I had to skp a few chapters because of the content. Are all of her novels this way?

does contain steamy scenes

if you are looking for a "sweet" story be aware this book does contain bedroom details

summer

Good quick summer read or listen. good story, unexpected twist, good sentiment. beautifully read

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Title: The Scribe of Siena

Subtitle: A Novel

Author: Melodie Winawer

Narrator: Cassandra Cambell

Format: Unabridged

Length: 16 hrs and 12 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-16-17

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 192 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

Equal parts transporting love story and gripping historical conspiracy - think The Girl with a Pearl Earring meets Outlander - debut author Melodie Winawer takes listeners deep into medieval Italy, where the past and present blur and a 21st-century woman will discover a plot to destroy Siena.

Accomplished neurosurgeon Beatrice Trovato knows that her deep empathy for her patients is starting to impede her work. So when her beloved brother passes away, she welcomes the unexpected trip to the Tuscan city of Siena to resolve his estate, even as she wrestles with grief. But as she delves deeper into her brother's affairs, she discovers intrigue she never imagined - a 700-year-old conspiracy to decimate the city.

After uncovering the journal and paintings of Gabriele Accorsi, the 14th-century artist at the heart of the plot, Beatrice finds a startling image of her own face and is suddenly transported to the year 1347. She awakens in a Siena unfamiliar to her, one that will soon be hit by the Plague.

Yet when Beatrice meets Accorsi, something unexpected happens: She falls in love - not only with Gabriele but also with the beauty and cadence of medieval life. As the Plague and the ruthless hands behind its trajectory threaten not only her survival but also Siena's very existence, Beatrice must decide in which century she belongs.

The Scribe of Siena is the captivating story of a brilliant woman's passionate affair with a time and a place that captures her in an impossibly romantic and dangerous trap - testing the strength of fate and the bonds of love.

Critic Reviews:

"Will remind historical fiction readers of Diana Gabaldon's

Outlander and Tracy Chevalier's

Girl with a Pearl Earring.... Lovers of meticulously researched historical fiction and time-travel narratives will be swept away by the spell of medieval Siena." (

Library Journal)

"Cassandra Campbell's performance transports listeners to medieval Italy... Campbell's narration is an engrossing complement to the story, helping the listener to vividly imagine life as it was in that long-ago time." (

AudioFile)

Members Reviews:

I hope this is the first in a series!

I absolutely loved this book and found it hard to believe it was a first novel. If you enjoy time travel, Italian Renaissance, history, art, medicine and romance all mixed together it will not disappoint. The narration by the talented Cassandra Cambell was perfect and the writing drew me in from the first few minutes. The character development was good, the story moved along well and the ending was not really an ending. I am sure this is the first in a series. If you liked Outlander you will enjoy this.

Great read!!

I loved this book, I felt like there's more to the story but wasn't quite sure! Maybe it's just wishful thinking on my part because I loved how the story made me feel like I was back in fourteenth century Italy.

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Title: The Rise of Miss Notley

Subtitle: Tanglewood, Book 2

Author: Rachael Anderson

Narrator: Helen Taylor

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 57 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-27-17

Publisher: HEA Publishing

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 143 votes

Genres: Romance, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

When Miss Coralynn Notley's father barters her off to the first titled gentleman to come along, she realizes she must flee her home or be forced to wed a despicable man. Driven by desperation, she applies for the position of housekeeper at Tanglewood Manor, the home of the handsome Mr. Jonathan Ludlow. The moment Jonathan sees Miss Notley, he is intrigued. She is far too young and inexperienced, yet there is something about her that that inspires a certain hope within him. Does he dare offer her the position of housekeeper or will doing so result in catastrophe?

Members Reviews:

I can't remember laughing so much

Not a comedy. Just very funny scenes. LOVED the book. I will read any other books available now or in the future. Great writing and narration. I always like to walk away from anything I spend so much time for as a learning experience. The heroine's personality is wonderful and someone I would love to be like. Lovely story.

A delightfully clean and humorous tale of romance

Thoroughly enjoyed this humorous tale of romance, kept me in anticipation until the end!!

Delightful!

Wonderfully narrated as well, can't wait to listen to the next one in the series.

Loved every minute of it!

Just like The Fall Of Lord Drayston, this was an excellent and delightfully funny book! I can hardly wait for Book 3 to become available!

Some nice twists

WHAT IT'S ABOUT

When Miss Coralynn Notleys father barters her off to the first titled gentleman to come along, she realizes she must flee her home or be forced to wed a despicable man. Driven by desperation, she applies for the position of housekeeper at Tanglewood Manor, the home of the handsome Mr. Jonathan Ludlow.

The moment Jonathan sees Miss Notley, he is intrigued. She is far too young and inexperienced, yet there is something about her that that inspires a certain hope within him. Does he dare offer her the position of housekeeper or will doing so result in catastrophe?

MY TAKE

Once again, Helen Taylor did a fabulous job narrating this story.

I thoroughly enjoyed this story. It did stretch things a bit that Ludlow was willing to hire a woman who admitted to having no experience at housekeeping and then proved that she didn't, but I was still able to suspend my disbelief enough to enjoy the story. And I loved the characters.

Some nice twists as well, which is also good.

4 1/2 stars

fun read

it seems a bit unrealistic and unlikely and the dialogue seems a bit silly, but overall it was a fun, enjoyable, clean, easy read. the characters were funny and nice. performance was good too