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Title: Shepherds Abiding

Author: Jan Karon

Narrator: John McDonough

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 9 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-05-05

Publisher: Penguin Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 523 votes

Genres: Fiction, Contemporary

Publisher's Summary:

Could he give the small company new life? Restore the camel's ear, repaint every piece, replace a missing nose on a wise man? "You can't teach an old dog new tricks!" he reminds himself. It's when he imagines the excitement in Cynthia's eyes that he steps up to the plate and begins a small journey of faith that touches everyone around him.

The eighth novel in the bestselling Mitford Years series is a meditation on the best of all presents: the gift of one's heart. Lovingly written, it seeks to restore the true Christmas spirit and give everyone a seat at Mitford's holiday table.

Continue the holiday cheer with two more trips to Mitford with The Mitford Snowmen and Esther's Gift, both included in this audio edition.

Members Reviews:

Shepherds Abiding

As always with Jan Karon books, the story line draws you in and you become immersed in the warm feeling of rural life. The Hardships, Love, petty bickering are all a part of America's every day life, minus the hustle and bustle of big city life. The streets are familiar to each and every one of us, even though the names are different. The easy going life, is heart warming for both men and women, and brings back flashes of old memories buried deep in our minds. I purchased the book series primarily for my wife but found myself wrapped in the warmth of the story, and before I knew it I too was hooked.

Christmas in Mitford

I love the Mitford series of books and this one is no exception. Upbeat and positive as always. A great book to listen to during the holiday season.

Great for the Holidays or any time

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

Inspirationally comfortable

Who was your favorite character and why?

It would have to be Father Tim. I enjoy hearing how his mind works which connects so freely with his good heart.

What about John McDonoughs performance did you like?

I love how Mr. McDonough can so accurately portray each of the different characters. I've read all that Jan Karon has written and these voices are as interesting to me as the book itself.

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

No. I have heard this book several times and want to make it last as long as possible.

Any additional comments?

I often highly recommend this book and this entire series of Mitford books to my friends

Inspiring

This is my fifth Christmas to listen to this audiobook. The first time I listened, I didn't even know this was part of a series. I soon fell in love with the characters and ultimately listened to the entire series in order. But I come back to this one every year. This year I am listening with my 16 yo daughter. Every year I laugh at Uncle Billy and Rose, hope with Hope, and stress out a bit with Father Tim as he takes on a project that would be overwhelming for a man half his age. Every year I return to my roots as Father Tim returns to his, and I remember with him the true meaning of Christmas.

Loved the series

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

I have listened to the entire Mitford series and loved each book.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Father Tim is great. A good man with human failings.

What about John McDonoughs performance did you like?

He is the voice of the Mitford series for me. I am not sure I could listen to the books with another narrator.