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Title: Whispering Rock

Author: Robyn Carr

Narrator: Therese Plummer

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 40 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-21-09

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1783 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

In Robyn Carr's Whispering Rock, wounded LAPD Sergeant Mike Valenzuela finds the help and healing he needs in Virgin River. Now he longs for the marital bliss his Marine Corps buddies enjoy. And he thinks he's found the right woman. But after she's brutally attacked, Mike must show her how to trust again.

©2007 Robyn Carr; (P)2009 Recorded Books, LLC

Critic Reviews:

"Realistic romance and tough topics....make this a fine read." (Booklist)

Members Reviews:

Special stories

This series touches your heart, the characters are so alive you can feel their emotions. I am all sure if there was a real Virgin River we would all want to live there. This series is exceptional!

Virgin River Series

I really like these books and Robyn Carr's style of writing. The narrator is terrific. In this book you see the story of Brea and Mike coming together and how they fit into the town of Virgin River along with all the folks you already know from reading the previous books.

Another fantastic Robyn Carr book!

I was so excited to see this book added to Audible. It is the third in the series (please give us more!) The story of Mike and Brie was excellent. I loved hearing about all the other characeters we met in the earlier books. Emotions from happy, sad, anger, joy, all the changes that come in real life this book has it. It deals with very real issues that we see in the world today but told in a beautiful way. Love the narrator too. This is a MUST listen book!

I loved every minute of this story...

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

Absolutely! It's interesting, the romance is very well developed. And the narrator does an amazing job in differentiating the characters and bringing life and feelings to the story.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Mike was my favorite character. His story is te resting and you can see how he changes through the story.

Which scene was your favorite?

My favorite scene was when Brie came back to Virgin River to see Mike after her ex husband went to see her wanting to get back with her.

If you could take any character from Whispering Rock out to dinner, who would it be and why?

Mike the sexy Latin lover.

Any additional comments?

Great romantic story, and an even better narrator.

Robyn Carr is just a great storyteller

I love this writer. She writes for the modern reader but improves it! Her subjects are current and the interplay between all the characters is so believeable. I can't wait for all the Virgin River series to be available. This subject matter was harder for me to handle but Ms. Carr writes it tastefully as possible. Her characters have honor, caring. She is so worth reading. Don't miss out...Virgin River is still my favorite. But this author ties her books without boring you. Great Narrator..she gives such life to the characters. Thanks Audible for this author.

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Title: The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane

Author: Katherine Howe

Narrator: Katherine Kellgren

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12 hrs and 48 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-09-09

Publisher: Hyperion AudioBooks

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1435 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Curious things start to happen when Connie finds the name "Deliverance Dane" on a yellowed scrap of paper inside an old Bible, and begins to have visions of a long ago woman condemned for practicing "physick," or herbal healing, on her neighbors in 1690s Salem.

Interspersed with modern-day sections are chapters on the actual witch trials, revealing the fascinating story of Deliverance Dane and how she got caught up in the tragic events. Connie meets an intriguing young steeplejack named Sam, who's also interested in the history of the area. But just as Connie starts to unravel some of the mysteries surrounding Deliverance's identity, Sam has a horrifying accident, and Connie has to figure out a way to save him that involves an ancient and mystical cure. And to do that, she needs to locate the actual "physick book" once owned by Deliverance Dane herself.

Immediately compelling, with powerful historic insight and detail, The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane is that rare find - a literary first novel with a very commercial premise and pacing.

Editorial Reviews:

A darkly quirky tale with enough twists and turns to make a tornado seem like a gentle rainfall, The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane will keep you on the edge of your seat. The suspense is due partly, of course, to debut novelist Katherine Howe's frequent cliffhangers (who knew a story with frequent library scenes could be so compelling!), but it's also due to narrator Katherine Kellgren's expert inflections and pacing. A master of accents and tone, Kellgren's skills are put to good use in this tale that flashes back and forth between the academic world of Cambridge, Massachusetts in 1991 and the Puritanical one of Salem, Massachusetts 300 years earlier. You believe her equally as young Ph.D. candidate Connie Goodwin, embittered sextagenarian academic Manning Chilton, and the cold judges and hysterical accusers of the Salem Witch Trials.

Authors and historians (Howe is both) learned long ago that any account of the Salem Witch Trials offers a mesmerizing narrative. But Howe takes the conceit one step further. As Connie, read by Kellgren in a perfectly-cast sing-songy voice, begins considering her dissertation in American Colonial studies in earnest, she must move to her grandmother's thoroughly unmodern house for the summer. While there, a mysterious key and a piece of paper with the name Deliverance Dane drops out of a family Bible. In flashbacks to the 1690s, we learn of the real Deliverance Dane's life as a town healer and, ultimately, her conviction of practicing witchcraft. Meanwhile, back in the 20th century, we follow Connie's exhaustive search for Deliverance's elusive journal of recipes, of witchcraft, she doesn't know first for academic reasons then to save the life of her love interest. Along the way, as Kellgren's narration gets faster, louder, raspier, and stronger, we, like Connie, discover that perhaps there really were some magical women in Salem then, and now.

Critic Reviews:

"In all, a keen and magical historical mystery laced with romance and sly digs at society's persistent underestimation of women." (Booklist)

Members Reviews:

Odd

It took a little bit of time for me to discover why I didn't particularly enjoy this book. At first I wasn't sure if it was due to the story or to the narration.

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Title: Cotillion

Author: Georgette Heyer

Narrator: Phyllida Nash

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12 hrs and 14 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-19-09

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 940 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

The three great-nephews of cantankerous Mr Penicuik know better than to ignore his summons, especially when it concerns the bestowal of his fortune. His freakish plan is that his fortune will be his step-daughter's dowry.

©2007 BBC Audiobooks Ltd; (P)2014 Audible, Inc.

Members Reviews:

One of my Favorites

I have read and listened to many of Georgette Heyer's books, and Cotillion one of my favorites. The characters are engaging, humorous, and memorable.

My only caution is that the first two chapters are a bit slow, featuring mostly the supporting characters instead of the main protagonists. However, from the third chapter on I expect that you will find the book is delightful.

My favorite Georgette Heyer book

sounds great as an audiobook. The narrator is excellent. One can easily distinguish the characters and the book is even funnier read aloud. Cotillion is Heyer's best book because its hero is totally unlike her standard, rather annoying, heroes. And the Regency slang is great. The book starts a little slowly but hang in for the first couple of chapters. You'll be glad you did.

One of Georgette Heyer's truly good books

This is an excellent Heyer book. As usual, there are humorous characters, a strong female lead and a great plot. The fun part of Cotillion is the love interest and "hero" - and you must find out who that is on your own.

One of her Funniest, and with a Unique Hero

Oh, do buy this! Phyllida Nash is a wonderful narrator, and "Cotillion" is one of Heyer's most sparkling books. Things don't turn out exactly as the heroine or the reader expect, but, in this case, that is a very good thing.

I know Heyer's romances aren't steamy or action-packed. But you cannot beat her for witty writing and a great time with a superior piece of fluff.

Great story for all ages

I love the story of Freddy or Jack and was worried that the audiobook couldn't do it justice....but it certainly did! I have a very serious literature critic in my 12 year old daughter, I encouraged her to get past the start and a heroine who begins as VERY unexciting (a common Georgette Heyerism-we learn to love our heroine for her actions, rather than initial looks and sparkling personality) and she just loved it! This got her into reading and listening to more Georgette heyer, and in a world of sex and violence, Georgette is a refreshing choice for all of us.

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Title: Talk of the Town

Author: Lisa Wingate

Narrator: Johanna Parker

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 40 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-06-09

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 75 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

In this compelling tale by Lisa Wingate - award winning author of the national best-seller

Lone Star Café - the associate producer of TV's hottest show fears Amber Amberson's tiny Texas hometown already knows its Amber who is an American Megastar finalist. But after several hilarious culture clashes, the Hollywood pro enlists the help of the quirky townsfolk when the sweet and naïve Amber goes missing.

©2008 Lisa Wingate (P)2008 Recorded Books, LLC.

Members Reviews:

narrator

narrator was great in the way they read the story. it was really brought it to life

Great story and great narration

I loved this book! Funny, witty, romantically, but just a good hometown story of a Central Texas community. Thank you Lisa Wingate and Joanna for your story and narration! Looking forward to book 2!

Anything Lisa Wingate is Great!

The story is cute. At times laugh out loud funny. The narrator is fantastic. I look forward to hearing her again.

LOVED this story and characters

This book had so may funny lines I found myself laughing out loud. I usually don't like the Christian literature, but I loved this book. I grew very attached to the characters. Loved the performance. Our narrator really captured each character perfectly. Refreshing book without a lot of darkness and bad language. If you just want a fun book on vacation...this will keep you laughing and entertained. The story moves along pretty well and kept my interest the whole way through. Not preachy.

Lisa Wingate & Johanna Parker

I thoroughly enjoy this Story of Lisa Wingate. As always she builds a delightful plot and story. I also love Johanna Parker's ability to bring out a characters personally. She is a gifted reader and I think she and Ms. Wingate make a superb team. If you enjoy entertainment in your books I highly recommend this audio book.

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Title: The White Plague

Author: Frank Herbert

Narrator: Scott Brick

Format: Unabridged

Length: 19 hrs and 54 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-29-09

Publisher: Tantor Audio

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 244 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

From this shocking beginning, the author of the phenomenal Dune series has created a masterpiece. The White Plague is a marvelous and terrifyingly plausible blend of fiction and visionary theme. It tells of one man's revenge, of the man watching from the window who is pushed over the edge of sanity by the senseless murder of his family and who, reappearing several months later as the so-called Madman, unleashes a terrible vengeance upon the human race.

John Roe O'Neill is a molecular biologist who has the knowledge, and now the motivation, to devise and disseminate a genetically carried plague - a plague to which, like those that scourged mankind centuries ago, there is no antidote, but one that zeroes in, unerringly and fatally, on women.

As the world slowly recognizes the reality of peril, as its politicians and scientists strive desperately to save themselves and their society from the prospect of human extinction, so does Frank Herbert grapple with one of the great themes of contemporary life: the enormous dangers that lurk at the dark edges of science. The White Plague is a prophetic, believable, and utterly compelling novel.

Critic Reviews:

"A tale of awesome revenge." (

The Cincinnati Enquirer)"A speculative intellect with few rivals in modern SF." (

The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction)

Members Reviews:

Good story once through

The White Plague is a decent story, well told, with good narration. It's especially interesting for its portrayal of the terrorist mentality from the perspective of the 1970s and 80s, when the most commonly reported terrorist attacks were those of the IRA and the Palestinians.

Given the advances in genetic engineering since those days, I suspect that Herbert barely scratched the surface of what could be accomplished now by a brilliant, or even mediocre, genetic engineer, but I give him high grades for his vision of the future. Another aspect of the "let's knock off a huge percentage of the human race and see what happens" genre is how the aftermath is handled. What is the author's vision of the remolded world? Again, Herbert does a credible job imagining what things would be like and throws in some interesting twists. We are allowed to see the new world as it is walked by the protagonist. This could become tedious, but is instead well paced and interesting.

In the final analysis, however, I only give the book three stars. While the story is well told, I really didn't care a lot about any of the characters. For that reason, I was ready for the book to be over about two hours before it ended. I doubt that I will ever bother to listen to this book again, and that is something I really look for in audio books.

The difference between sentiment and sentimental:

"The difference between sentiment and being sentimental is the following:

Sentiment is when a driver swerves out of the way to avoid hitting a

rabbit on the road. Being sentimental is when the same driver, when

swerving away from the rabbit hits a pedestrian."

Frank Herbert's The White Plague holds up remarkably well over the decades. I recently took a class in genetics and the plague the "Madman" creates seems completely plausible to me.

The story starts out with John Roe O'Neill in Ireland doing research when his wife and twins are blown up in an IRA bombing.

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Title: Eleven Minutes

Author: Paulo Coelho

Narrator: Emilia Fox, Derek Jacoby

Format: Abridged

Length: 6 hrs and 13 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-15-09

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 330 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Eventually, Maria's despairing view of love is put to the test when she meets a handsome young painter. In this odyssey of self-discovery, Maria has to choose between pursuing a path of darkness, 'sexual pleasure for its own sake', or risking everything to find her own 'inner light' and the possibility of sacred sex, sex in the context of love.

A daring modern fable about the nature of love and sex.

Members Reviews:

so true

love is the answer to all questions

Excellent narrations. Enjoyed every line especially love making description.

Beautiful Story & A Good Example Of Determination

What made the experience of listening to Eleven Minutes the most enjoyable?

This is my second book by Paulo Coelho and it can only be discribe with one word PERFECT. Great story line, good examples of using the natural laws of the universe, just PERFECT.

Good start - became boring.

I enjoyed the first chapters of this book and rather liked the narrators. I found the concept interesting but it was as if Paulo Coelho ran out of inspiration and decided to write about sexual fantasy. I found some of it fairly nauseating and otherwise was simply bored. I really wanted the book to end. I would not really recommend this book.

I loved the way book makes a listener to deeply feel the feeling of actors

Speakers are so much in the flow of the book, with a great way of passing soul of the play

Brilliant narrator and capturing plot

Fruitful lessons to be learned from the book about goals, perseverance and stretching oneself beyond your own perceived limits. If one looks past the explicit sex scenes, the moral of the story is truly profound.

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Title: Hannah Coulter

Subtitle: A Novel

Author: Wendell Berry

Narrator: Susan Denaker

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 2 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-06-09

Publisher: christianaudio.com

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 178 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

"Ignorant boys killing each other," is just about all Nathan Coulter would tell his wife about the Battle of Okinawa in the spring of 1945. Life carried on for the community of Port William, Kentucky, as some boys returned from the war while the lives of others were mourned. In her 70s, Nathan's wife, Hannah, now has time to tell of the years since the war.

Members Reviews:

Very sweet story!

Where does Hannah Coulter rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far?

It was very enjoyable. The story flowed. It made me want to live on the land with a community or as they would say, become a

What other book might you compare Hannah Coulter to and why?

It reminded me of Mrs. Mike in how a young girl moves to a new place and finds love and a sense of community.

What does Susan Denaker bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book?

She has the beautiful older woman voice that reminds you of a full life.

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

It did evoke emotion. The war was very sad, but the family had such a sense of togetherness that it was heartwarming. Grandmam was such a loving character for an abandoned girl that it was heartwarming as well.

Elegantly narrated and beautifully written

Elegantly narrated and beautifully written . . . another wonderful book by Wendell Berry. Susan Denaker's understated Hannah is utterly believable and deeply moving. Even though I'm not Southern, I heard my grandmother's voice and was glad.

Wendell Berry Needs no "Help"

Wendell Berry is a profoundly beautiful writer. Though I haven't read all of his books, those I have read were thoughtfully provoking, sensitive, subtle, and genuine, with true, memorable characters. In my opinion, Hannah Coulter is among his best, with a narrative that speaks particularly to me as a woman but is not exclusive to men. The story is sensitively drawn, and while it spans decades from before WWII, it gives me as a younger woman a sense of belonging while simultaneously understanding our differences. I feel a great deal of gratitude to Mr. Berry for urging me to my best both as reader and life participant.

Having said this, I reluctantly add that this reader, while dramatically gifted, does not mesh well with Berry???s style. I believe I would have been fine with her as reader of some other literary works, but for Wendell Berry--well, she nearly ruined the book. In trying to figure out why, I can only conclude that Berry's prose contains its own subtle drama and poignancy. Hanna Berry is a simple woman, though possessing a lifetime of wisdom which she speaks in her direct way. Because her character has no artifice, it is jarring for the listener when the reader adds dramatic emphasis, pause, and affectation that were never intended by the author and would never be uttered by Hannah Coulter--unless she were ridiculing for some purpose the very type of "fancy" and pretentious voice inflection this reader imposes on her. It doesn't work. After 10 chapters I had grown so weary of this narrator's false interpretation of Hannah???s character that I quit listening. I waited a few days, then borrowed a copy of Hannah Coulter in print and read the book fresh.

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Title: Rabbit, Run

Author: John Updike

Narrator: Arthur Morey

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12 hrs and 5 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-23-08

Publisher: Random House Audio

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 528 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

But happiness is more elusive than a medal, and Harry must continue to run - from his wife, his life, and from himself, until he reaches the end of the road and has to turn back....

Critic Reviews:

"Brilliant and poignant...By his compassion, clarity of insight and crystal-bright prose, he makes Rabbit's sorrow his and our own." (The Washington Post)

Members Reviews:

Great, but gritty and depressing

A great novel in the American tradition of Twain, Hemingway, Salinger. That sounds really lofty, but Updike's character is cranky, funny and perceptive about the stupidities of society in just the same ineffable way as those writers' creations. Be prepared for a somewhat depressing story set in industrial PA in the early 60's.

Good reader, too.

A Thinking Man's Novel

This book centers on Harry "Rabbit" Angstrom, ex high school football star who feels trapped in a mediocre marriage. He refuses to grow up or accept any responsibility and runs away from his pregnant wife in search of some meaning...with disastrous results to all those around him. Rabbit is a selfish coward in all that he does. And yet I (and the other characters in the book) couldn't help liking this amoral anti-hero. However, I'm not sure how much I actually "enjoyed" this novel as it portayed a disturbing picture of man and life and provided no solutions: so beware this is not a happy, "feel good" story. But I did appreciate the excellent writing with its vivid metaphors, explicit descriptions and convincing characters. I became engrossed in the tragic story as it unfolded and found it hard to put down. The narration was perfecly paced and clear. All in all, I think it's well worth listening to and am now wondering whether to wait for the audioversion of the sequel 'Rabbit Redux' or just to read the printed version.

A Masterpiece! Updike Delivers Complexity, Simply

I had no idea what to expect with this book, as the title does not give much help--at least at first. John Updike is a masterful writer, and his direct and simple style should not be mistaken for anything but genius. He brought these characters to life in a way that made all of my senses lose come alive! I know that many of the themes in this book, and frankly the series, are/were highly controversial in their day. Yet, Updike is so elegant in his word choice as he shines the light of truth on these characters and their stories that you cannot help but relate. Rabbit is an everyman, and unless you live in a cave or are lying to yourself, one or more of his qualities or points of view will resonate. I think this is a must read for the serious audiophile, and I promise that before you know it you will be finishing with "Rabbit Remembered" a novella which ties up all the lose ends of one of literatures most intriguing characters, and an enduring story about being American. I read this book nearly two years ago, and I still think about it all the time. Do not get in your own way or allow any of the poor reviews by the hermits to dissuade your purchase. Updike is a master, and his stories are real and believable.

Disturbing

This is a disturbing book at many levels. Speaks volumes of the shallowness of the American character developing in the 60's that has grown more prevalent today.

If you aren't troubled by this book, something is wrong with your listening skills.

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Title: Chasing Fireflies

Author: Charles Martin

Narrator: Andrew Peterson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 15 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-04-08

Publisher: Oasis Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 730 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

When paramedics find a malnourished 6-year-old boy near a burning car that holds a dead woman, they wonder who he is - and why he won't talk. Seth, a small-town journalist who was raised by foster parents, is assigned to cover the story and investigate the boy's identity. But will his search unearth long-buried emotions - and answers to his own history?

©2007 Charles Martin (P)2008 Oasis Audio

Members Reviews:

Meaningful

This book is written in the "I", a man, so at first I had a little trouble getting it. But, it didn't take long until I was very interested in the story as well as attached to the characters. The story has such depth and is loaded with true meanings of life. Tears and laughter at times, I truly love 'Uncle Willie'. This story will stay with me and I would even listen to it again. Thanks Mr. Martin and I sure look forward to your other books. I would like an audio to be made of the book "When Crickets Cry" because it was recommended to me by a friend as the "best book she had ever read" - she is an 84-year-old avid reader. /debR

I've read twice in a week - a first

Can I just say this book is amazing. About a chapter into it, there is a "historical, background building" section that made me think the ratings were off and I had picked a loser. I listened much closer the second time through... realizing then how important this information would become. The characters are people I want to have in my life - Uncle Willie, oh my goodness his little one liners just cut right to the truth, his resilience and understanding of grief allows him to help others process. The story weaves four life stories, two parallel stories of abandoned children separated in time by a decade... cross woven with the story of Uncle Willie and his niece both emotionally injured by the same man. This cross weaving of stories does take a little concentration to follow... but it is beautifully done. Clean, positive, uplifting, but not preachy.

Humility, Knowing Where Your Treasure Is

This is the first audio book that I have listened to twice. The narration is great, the story is better. I don't know another tale that quite "strips" all the layers of one's soul down to the core, the way this one does. And really when it comes right down to it, our character and those we hold most dear, are all we truly have on this earth. But few ever come to realize this truth. Abandoned, neglected, and abused children find trust, acceptance and love in this amazing story . . . don't miss it . . . it is a clear picture of all that is WRONG in our world, unvarnished . . . and a little tiny window into just a few things that are still right.

What a happy mistake!

Awhile ago, I decided to spent a few Audible credits, and knew for sure one of the books I wanted to buy -- I couldn't quite remember the title, but it had something to do with fireflies, and was written by P. T. Deutermann, who's thrillers I've loved. So -- I found the book, bought it, downloaded it, and then a few days ago clicked on it to listen.

It started out a little odd, but as the minutes ticked away, the whole thing seemed a little strange -- this wasn't anything at all like Deutermann's previous books -- I was enjoying it, but this was very different from what I'd been expecting.

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Title: Holding the Dream

Subtitle: Dream #2

Author: Nora Roberts

Narrator: Sandra Burr

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 3 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-01-08

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 580 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Her childhood had been a lie. Her father had been a thief. Her mind struggled to absorb these facts, to analyze, to accept. Kate Powell had been orphaned at an early age, when she had, essentially, watched her parents die. Her family had been taken away, but she had been given another. The distant kinship didn't matter to Thomas and Susan Templeton. They had taken her in, raised her as their own, given her a home and love.

Now, 20 years later, she has learned the truth from a colleague of her father. A man who did not realize that the Templetons had gone to great lengths to protect the child from knowledge that would hurt and shame her.

Members Reviews:

Good Series

Nice example of Nora's earlier work. I like the diversity of the characters and the storyline is humorous and believable. Worth the listen.

Laid back easy listening

I always enjoy Nora Roberts. Light and easy to hear. The reader did excellent. I will definitely hear the entire series.

Love this series

This is one of my favourite Nora series. The characters are great, storyline is great, narrator is great. I am looking forward to the last book!

Great story

The narrator did the story great justice in her understanding of the characters roles and what the author wanted the reader to get from it truly wonderful

amazing

The narrator was much better in this book. Loved the whole story and little twist in it. Nora Roberts is an amazing author.