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For Love of the Duke Audiobook by Christi Caldwell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Christi Caldwell) — Tue, 23 Dec 2014 11:35:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: For Love of the Duke Subtitle: The Heart of a Duke, Book 1 Author: Christi Caldwell Narrator: Morag Sims Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 12-23-14 Publisher: Christi Caldwell Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 528 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: After the tragic death of his wife, Jasper, the 8th Duke of Bainbridge buried himself away in the dark cold walls of his home, Castle Blackwood. When he's coaxed out of his self-imposed exile to attend the amusements of the Frost Fair, his life is irrevocably changed by his fateful meeting with Lady Katherine Adamson. With her tight brown ringlets and silly white-ruffled gowns, Lady Katherine Adamson has found her dance card empty for two Seasons. After her father's passing, Katherine learned the unreliability of men, and is determined to depend on no one, except herself. Until she meets Jasper. In a desperate bid to avoid a match arranged by her family, Katherine makes the Duke of Bainbridge a shocking proposition; one that he accepts. Only, as Katherine begins to love Jasper, she finds the arrangement agreed upon is not enough. And Jasper is left to decide if protecting his heart is more important than fighting for Katherine's love. Members Reviews: "You made me to feel and dream and love again" I love the above quote from the book. I could NOT stop listening. Had to finish the book at all cost and yet did not want it to end. A truly heartfelt story. Funny and heartbreaking and heartwarming and maddening all together. A hero to love and a heroine to adore. This book really did make me feel and dream and love. The epitome of a great love story. sigh Minor SPOILERS, maybe.. Any additional comments? I did like Jasper and really liked Katherine. Where he was so afraid and negative she was so positive and unafraid of anything when it came to them. That is, until shed had enough sense to get tired of hearing about Lydia and left him, which I dont blame her for. I know I was tired of hearing about her. I really am tired of so much angst in books, page after page, going on and on for 300 or 400 pages. The book did have some nice sex in it but the book itself needs to have less angst. One reviewer said this, The romance was overshadowed by the first wife, and I couldnt agree more. The story was dragged out way too long to make it a five star read. You can only read how much he loved Lydia, how guilty he feels about Lydia, how he misses Lydia, how beautiful Lydia was, before youve had enough. A good read, but I'm not so sure I'd read this author again because of the incredible amount of angst she puts in her books. Doubt I could go through it again with Anne. As to the narrator: She did an excellent job on the voices. I would definitely listen to her again. Not much emotion in her reading but I can overlook that as long as the men sound like men. I laughed, I cried and I loved every second of it. This story was surprisingly good! Jasper suffered a traumatic loss of his wife and son that has left him empty. After years alone he meets Katherine by chance and everything changes. This story feels like a twist of the Beauty and the Beast. I felt so many different emotions while listen to it. The narration is very good too.

Where Dreams Begin Audiobook by Lisa Kleypas

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lisa Kleypas) — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 04:08:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Where Dreams Begin Author: Lisa Kleypas Narrator: Rosalyn Landor Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 10-24-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 594 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Zachary Bronson has built an empire of wealth and power, but all London knows he is not a gentleman. He needs a wife to secure his position in society and to warm his bed in private. But one alluring, unexpected kiss from Lady Holly Taylor awakens a powerful need within him beyond respectability. An exceptional beauty whose fierce passions match Zacharys own, Holly always intended to play by societys rules, even when they clashed with her bolder instincts. But now a dashing stranger has made her a scandalous offer that does not include matrimony. Should she ignore the sensuous promise of a forbidden kiss or risk everything to follow her heart to a place where dreams begin? Members Reviews: Beautiful Romance Definitely what a sweet tender romance should be. This is one I will listen to again and again. My Favorite LK Book Thus Far Lisa Kleypas is an excellent author. Rosalyn Landor is an excellent narrator. Put them together and you have......PFM (pure freakin' magic!). I thought my favorite narrator was Davina Porter (who is very, very good, by the way), but Rosalyn Landor does SUCH A FANTASTIC JOB distinguishing between characters, male and female; not just reading Lisa Kleypas' stories, but actually PERFORMING them! She is one talented lady. This book is a bit different than many romance novels that I have read. I liked the heroine and the hero both and was quite moved by their story. Yes, I realize this is fiction (and romantic fiction at that), but I really came to care about what happened to Holly and Zack. Ms. Kleypas created the exact amount of tension between them and she writes GREAT love scenes.....(phew!) Holly is a very lovable character and I found myself laughing out loud at some of the things she said and thought ("I'm going to make his eyes fall out!"). Zack is a very strong man, not a pushover, but he loves Holly the way I think every woman wants to be loved. Listening to/reading romance novels is a guilty pleasure of mine so when I find an author who is actually a good storyteller, can create characters that I actually care about, and doesn't use too many cheesy or overdone plots, I seek to read or listen to all of his/her books. LK is my latest find (I haven't been this excited since I discovered Diana Gabaldon over ten years ago) and I will definitely be downloading more of her novels on Audible. I LOVE Lisa Kleypas historical romances What made the experience of listening to Where Dreams Begin the most enjoyable? The storyline is so captivating and her characters always come to life What did you like best about this story? the beginning, middle and end What does Rosalyn Landor bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? excellent naration Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? definitely yes Very nice LK is simply awesome. I enjoyed this story very much. The narrator was very good. I had a difficult time putting the book down, and I was disappointed when it ended. A Perfect Historical Romance! Lisa Kleypas is an extremely talented author, she has the ability to write historical romance in a way that draws in the reader. You feel like your there and can relate to the main characters struggles of feelings. Throw Rosalyn Landor is as the narrator and it's a combination that can't go wrong.

For Elise Audiobook by Sarah M. Eden

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sarah M. Eden) — Wed, 19 Oct 2016 21:14:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: For Elise Author: Sarah M. Eden Narrator: Aubrey Warner Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 10-19-16 Publisher: Covenant Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 74 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: In the sprawling gardens of their neighboring estates, childhood friends Miles and Elise spent countless pleasant days together in the spirited adventures of youth. They were inseparable - until Elise vanished without a trace. Miles searched, but Elise could not - or would not - be found. After years spent laboring on the family plantation in the West Indies, Miles Linwood is shocked by the unexpected news: He has inherited his distant cousin's estate and the title of Marquess of Grenton. Miles' return to England is tarnished by only one thing: He is still haunted by Elise's mysterious disappearance. So when he glimpses a woman with a startling resemblance to his lost friend, he's shaken to the core. This is no mere shadow of the past: It is truly Elise. But his dear friend has changed - to the point that he questions whether it is really her, though he knows it is. Accustomed to rescuing Elise from childhood escapades, Miles takes her and those in her care back to his estate, even as he struggles to understand her fear and mistrust. As their friendship and feelings slowly blossom again, the shocking truth of their separated years is revealed, and Miles realizes more than ever that he must protect Elise. She slipped away once, and he cannot lose her again. Members Reviews: loved it I loved the book!! I recommend Sarah eden to everyone I talk to. I have loved her books since the first one I read and I love the Regency and I love how it is clean romance! Beautiful Recency Novel I love this clean beautiful book by Sara Eden. This adventure of Elise and Miles is a tell of falling in love. I love how tender Miles is with Ann, Elise's daughter. Such a sweet story. A clean love story A well written book and Aubrey did a nice job with the narration. The only reason this review was a 4 instead of a 5 is because the story was so dark and depressing that I feel it took away from the love story. I felt heavy hearted and not the usual happy about life self after reading a nice love story. Emotionally satisfying, but... This was a well-paced but shallow story, speckled with colloquialisms and customs that temporarily jarred me out of my suspension of disbelief. All you need to do is read Jane Eyre or P&P to know high-class people did not show up at people's homes without warning, and there were a number of phrases used we never see in novels written during that period but do today. But I'm a purist. To put it another way, the skeleton of this story was well-put-together, but it was poorly fleshed out. I'm glad it was 50% off, and I still think I paid too much. As a single, fully heterosexual romantic type of guy, I loved the sense that the title and blurb gave me. I could fully imagine the pain a man can experience upon discovering that the women he has loved and thought lost has been terribly hurt. I just wish this writer could have put more effort into fulfilling that expectation.

Kyla Audiobook by Keira Montclair

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Keira Montclair) — Tue, 05 Sep 2017 18:21:35 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Kyla Subtitle: The Highland Clan, Book 9 Author: Keira Montclair Narrator: Paul Woodson Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 09-05-17 Publisher: Keira Montclair Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 37 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Listen to the next in the family saga of the historical Scottish Grant and Ramsay clans. She convinces her brother's best friend to help her stop a war. But will they provoke one instead? Kyla Grant once believed her sire, the legendary Alexander Grant, was invincible, but his brush with death changed her mind. The whole clan is still reeling from Alex's battle injury when a new threat arises from their long-time rivals, the Buchan clan. Kyla, convinced that the Grants cannot take another battle, is desperate for a peaceful resolution. Her plan is to make a personal appeal to the Buchan's only living child, Davina, but she knows her parents would never allow her to risk her safety.... Finlay MacNicol is always quick with a joke, but life has never given him less to laugh about. His mother is dying, and yet another battle is on the horizon. When his laird assembles a group of warriors for a scouting mission to the Buchans, Finlay does his duty and joins them. He thought he knew what to expect from the mission, but he certainly didn't expect that Kyla would sneak along, or that his laird would assign him as her protector. Kyla's beauty has always affected Finlay, but her bravery and sweetness soon stir deeper feelings. After visiting Davina, Kyla becomes determined to rescue the lass from the clutches of her abusive sire. Finlay agrees to help her, but there's a risk they may provoke a war rather than prevent one. Members Reviews: i was disapointed for being the daughter of the great alex grant i guess i expected more action i ... i was disapointed for being the daughter of the great alex grant i guess i expected more action i love this clan and i hope there will be more grant/ramsey clan books like i said i liked kyla but compared to the other members she was a bit mild please keep them coming. Goodness! Another wonderful book with surprises here and there. Kayla is such an interesting story because of all that she goes through...Love too. I look forward to the next book. I have read all 9 books everyone very good stories I like books and stories that keep on going Their family keeps on growing ....the way they are written you can just picture how the people are and how much they love and take care of each other....excellent books !!! Awesome story Five stars because of the characters and their families. I chose to read all the stories of each sibling. All the books get better and better. Not a disappointment. I always love Keira 's stories. Kyla and Finley find love, and family always abounds. Trials, fears, and celebrating. Looking forward to the next chapter.

Christmas in the Scot's Arms Audiobook by Julie Johnstone

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Julie Johnstone) — Fri, 16 Dec 2016 02:21:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Christmas in the Scot's Arms Subtitle: Highlander Vows: Entangled Hearts, Book 3 Author: Julie Johnstone Narrator: Tim Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-16 Publisher: Julie Johnstone Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 125 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Laird Liam MacLeod is not lacking for lasses who wish to marry him. As chief of one of the few remaining stable and wealthy clans in the Highlands, the scheming misses are more than plentiful; too plentiful, in fact, for a man who desires to marry for love. Given the opportunity to escape to London for the holidays, Liam takes it with a halfhearted expectation that perhaps English ladies will be different. But the calculating debutantes of the ton and their marriage-minded mamas leave him with little hope, until a chance encounter brings him face-to-face with a beautiful, witty lady who knows nothing about him. Miss Cecelia Cartwright has an unfairly tattered reputation and the distasteful yet pressing need for a marriage of convenience. She'd frankly rather eat dirt, but when one's family is on the verge of poverty, pride must fall by the wayside. But the day a handsome, honorable Scot comes to her aid, he awakens longings in Cecelia that she knows she cannot pursue. Torn between her heart and her duty, Cecelia finds herself dancing at the very edge of impropriety that once before destroyed her good name. When her old suitor returns, she must choose between the laird she loves and the duke who could save her family. Just when she thinks she knows what she ought to do, Liam reveals a secret that may well prove charming Scots are the most dangerous rogues of them all. Members Reviews: Cute Love Story What made the experience of listening to Christmas in the Scot's Arms the most enjoyable? It was only 3 hours and 23 minutes long yet was complete. It had well developed characters; likable H & H as well as some undesirable characters who, I'm happy to say, got their comeuppance. It also had a satisfying ending. What other book might you compare Christmas in the Scot's Arms to and why? It didn't remind me of another book. Which scene was your favorite? When Laird Liam MacLeod purchased a book of poetry to replace the one Cecelia Cartwright's father had given her before he died. Hers had been ruined when she slipped and fell in the rain, her book landing in a puddle of water. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, and I did. Any additional comments? It was 3+ hours of enjoyable entertainment. Disappointing story I just finished reading the earlier two books in this series, so I was surprised at how different this one was. While I'm not opposed to different, it just does not have the care and plot others have. I should have paid attention to the duration, also. Not worth the credit! great!!!!!!! I loved this book it was great. A little shorter then what I was hoping for but all the same a very good book. The narrator was very good at reading the story and keeping all the voices separate.

Midnight Marriage: A Georgian Historical Romance Audiobook by Lucinda Brant

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lucinda Brant) — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 14:53:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Midnight Marriage: A Georgian Historical Romance Author: Lucinda Brant Narrator: Alex Wyndham Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 07-28-15 Publisher: Sprigleaf Pty Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 298 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Two noble teenagers are married against their will. Drugged, Deb has no recollection of events. Disgraced, Julian is banished to the continent. Years later, Deb falls in love with a wounded duelist, only to discover it is her husband, returned incognito! Can Deb forgive his calculated deception? Will their marriage survive beyond seduction? Set in the opulent world of the aristocracy and inspired by real events, Lucinda Brant delivers another lavish 18th century experience in her trademark style - heart-wrenching drama with a happily ever after. 2013 Readers' Favorite International Book Award Medalist. Critic Reviews: "Lucinda Brant's sweeping family sagas are a perfect reminder of why I fell in love with historical romance." (Cheryl Bolen, New York Times best-selling author) "Nice twists and turns, dramatic revelations, and some enjoyable chaos make this a book that keeps the reader turning the pages. Highly recommended!" (Fiona Ingram: five stars, Readers' Favorite) Members Reviews: Brant & Wyndham: A Winning Combination A twelve-year-old girl is awakened in the middle of the night and escorted to her brothers library where a bishop in full regalia marries her to a drunk, distraught teenaged boy. The groom and the two elderly men who accompanied him disappear, and the bride returns to the nursery. I had a hard time buying into this situation until I learned that this book was inspired by the real-life story of the second Duke and Duchess of Richmond. Fast forward nine years to 1769 and Deb Cavendish is living in Bath alone, which is somewhat scandalous except for her nine-year old nephew Jack, the orphaned son of her late half-brother which also is somewhat scandalous, as his mother was a Gypsy. One day Jack and Deb stumble across a wounded young man, apparently a participant in a duel, in the woods near Bath. Deb tends to his wounds and falls in love at the same time, but the man is carried off by a stranger to recuperate, and Deb is left to dream about what might have been. Julian Hesham, Marquess of Alston, cannot get the image of his beautiful savior out of his mind, but he doesnt even know her name. Later, when Deb visits the home of Martin Ellicott, her French tutor, she comes face to face with Julian, who is Ellicotts godson. Thus begins Julians courtship of his own wife. After their forced marriage, Julians father, the powerful father the Duke of Roxton, had banished him to the Continent on account of Julians outrageous behavior toward his mother, with Martin Ellicott as his chaperon and teacher. Knowing that his son was headstrong and rebelious and fearing that he would marry some unsuitable foreign lady, the duke had decided that Deb Cavendish would make a proper wife for Julian, and Debs brother and guardian Gerald agreed. After the wedding, Deb was convinced by her nurse that the strange ceremony had been merely a dream. At the age of eighteen, she had defied her brother Gerald and traveled alone to Paris to nurse her brother Otto through a fatal illness. When he and his wife both died, she returned with Jack to live in a respectable but not fashionable part of Bath.

The Duke Audiobook by Kerrigan Byrne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kerrigan Byrne) — Tue, 07 Feb 2017 23:59:36 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Duke Subtitle: Victorian Rebels Series, Book 4 Author: Kerrigan Byrne Narrator: Derek Perkins Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 146 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Strong as a Viking. Handsome as Adonis. Rich as Midas. Collin "Cole" Talmage, Duke of Trewyth, is the stuff that legends are made of. He's the English Empire's golden son - until fate has its way with him. Cole's family is killed and his closest comrade betrays him on the battlefield, leaving him gravely injured. But Cole is not one to dwell on misfortune. He is a man of duty, honor, and desire. And now he's ready for the fight of his lifetime.... Imogen Pritchard is a beautiful lass who works in a hospital by day and as a serving maid at night. Years ago, when she was young and penniless, she ended up spending a scandalous night with Cole, whose tormented soul was matched only by his earth-shattering passion. Imogen entered a marriage of convenience - one that left her a wealthy widow - but she never forgot Cole. Now that her long-lost lover has turned up in her hospital, injured and with no memory of her, Imogen is torn. Is it a blessing or a curse that their past remains a secret to Cole, even as his new passion for her leaves him wanting to protect and possess her at all costs? Contains mature themes. Members Reviews: One Great Series...Book 4 Narrator: Derek Perkins does a good job...again. Liked this one also. Really like Cole in the beginning not so much after he came back. Imogen & Cole both go through a lot. The emotions felt real. Pretty captivating. Like when characters from previous books all come to give a hand. One thing with all 4 books is that the endings do feel kind of rushed. Good I liked this listen. Normally, I wouldn't say this about an audio book being too long, but this was. This was a dramatic story . With very few funny scenes. Although I did laugh when Imogen gets drunk. The suspense was good. And Derek Perkins does a great job narrating. Sensuous Which character as performed by Derek Perkins was your favorite? Derek Perkins is one of my all time favorite narrators. I can visualize every detail as he performs the story. He has the ability to bring characters voices into focus for each individual person. For this story, Cole was my favorite. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I did laugh, and hold my breath at various times during the performance. What I liked the least was that the Rook was not disclosed, will this be another book to the series? Or was Jeremy the Rook? It was mentioned that he had dock connections. Any additional comments? This has been an excellent series. It has pulled the stories of Dorian, Liam and Christopher together with Cole as one grand book bringing each in to interact with the lead characters of the book and not overly reliving the other stories. I find it annoying in some of the other series I have read for the author to continually repeat how a person fits into the story. There is suspense, desparation and of course delicious love making. Definitely worth the credit This is a great series; I loved each book! Kerrigan Byrne gives us such interesting characters to spend time with. Book 3, The Highlander, was my favorite, but all were good. Derek Perkins is one of my favorite narrators. He really makes a story come alive. I'm always looking for good historical romances narrated by Mr. Perkins. Kind of distressed Would you try another book from Kerrigan Byrne and/or Derek Perkins? Definitely yes.

Indiscreet Audiobook by Mary Balogh

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Balogh) — Thu, 04 Feb 2016 21:52:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Indiscreet Subtitle: The Horsemen Trilogy Author: Mary Balogh Narrator: Rosalyn Landor Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 02-04-16 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 321 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: From New York Times best-selling author Mary Balogh comes the first novel in the Horsemen trilogy, a scandalous romance of yearning passion and dangerous desires.... In the country visiting his twin brother, Viscount Rawleigh longs for a little diversion, and beautiful young widow Catherine Winters seems like easy prey. But Rex's target is a lady of virtue, and when she roundly rejects his improper proposal to become his mistress, Rex finds himself faced with a delectable challenge. Catherine knows she must fight the indecent feelings the viscount arouses within her - feelings that bring to life a past she had sought to escape - even as the handsome lord refuses to relent in his amorous attentions. But even though she knows one kiss could bring her to ruin, temptation proves an insurmountable foe - and Catherine cannot ignore the beating of her treacherous heart.... Members Reviews: EXCELLENT! This was probably one of my favorites to date. The story was intriguingly different than most. The heroine has a tragic past and the hero starts out as a jerk but redeems himself because of his love for her. Good story The narrator does a great job Itelling a story of a young lady who didn't feel like she could be loved again and in the end finding someone to love her. the author is so good at weaving mysteries and capturing your attention. Good beginning to a series This was a nice beginning to the series and I liked getting to know the other horsemen and the introduction to the next book. The main romance is nice although I feel like the whole drama of the story was due to lack of communication. The narration was excellent as expected of Ms. Rosalyn Landor. Begins with mistaken identity and a smile Any additional comments? Catherine smiles at a man she thinks is the lord of the manor, but turns out to be his twin brother, Rex, the Viscount of Rowley. The smile sets into motion a chain of events that makes up the plot of this book. Catherine is one of the best female characters in romance fiction. She is beautiful, graceful, and strong. She is a virtuous woman - and Rex wants her to be his mistress. Wrong move. She is not mistress material. But Catherine does have a secret past and she does not want it revealed. She just wants to live in contentment and obscurity in her cottage on the river with her sweet little dog, Toby. Toby is my favorite character in the book!! Of course Catherine is not allowed to live in peace and is caught up in a whirlwind not of her making. It is a great story and I highly recommend it as one of Balogh's best novels. I was enthralled from the beginning to the end and hated to have to stop to do things such as eat or sleep. it turned slow and boring. it turned slow and boring. I just wanted it to be over so I could find a better book. I didn't like the hero.

The Prize Audiobook by Julie Garwood

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Julie Garwood) — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 01:27:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Prize Author: Julie Garwood Narrator: Anne Flosnik Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 12-27-09 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 963 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: In the resplendence of William the Conqueror's London court, the lovely Saxon captive, Nicholaa, was forced to choose a husband from the assembled Norman nobles. She chose Royce, a baron warrior whose fierce demeanor could not conceal his chivalrous and tender heart. Resourceful, rebellious and utterly naive, Nicholaa vowed to bend Royce to her will, despite the whirlwind of feelings he aroused in her. Ferocious in battle, seasoned in passion, Royce was surprised by the depth of his emotion whenever he caressed his charming bride. In a climate of utmost treachery, where Saxons still intrigued against their Norman invaders, Royce and Nicholaa revelled in their precious new love...a fervent bond soon to be disrupted by the call of blood, kin, and country! Members Reviews: The Prize? Alas, more like Booby Prize... I should have known better and paid attention to other peoples' reviews. As a fan of Julie Garwood, however, I thought I'd give The Prize a go despite the recommendations to avoid the narrator. I'd read The Prize years ago and had enjoyed the story, so I had no issues with the storyline. Narration was important, obviously, but my thoughts were that unless I gave it a go I'd never know for sure. After all, some of my favourite narrators have received scathing reviews which I could not agree with. Unfortunately, even giving this my very best efforts to sit and listen, I have to agree that Anne Flosnik isn't an idea narrator. She reads emotionally, that is with a lot of emotion and drama colouring her voice. I don't have issue with that when it comes to reading what a character says, but when it is describing day to day actions such as getting dressed or even scenery, it gets very annoying. There is a scene where one of the main characters is drunk and Flosnik's attempt at slurring the words had me sitting up in first astonishment and then disgust. In the book it is an amusing scene, but Flosnik managed to destroy any fond memories I had of the interaction between the two characters and imagine the heroine as a drooling idiot. I tried, really tried, to get to the end of the book, but that scene really put me off the story as a whole and it is going back into my file of 'books to complete when I'm really, really desperate and there is nothing else to listen to'. Unless you are a fan of Anne Flosnik, stay well away. narration takes away from the story The first Julie Garwood book I listened to was "The Bride". Because I loved that audio book some much I bought "The Prize". I really enjoyed the story but I was very disappointed with the narration. Anne Flosnik's performance was very distracting. I suggest reading this book. Great book, horrible narration This is one of my favorite Julie Garwood books but the narration is atrocious. I'm finding it hard to even finish listening to it. Hopefully, other historical romance novels by Ms. Garwood will be narrated by someone else. Love, Love, LOVE the story! Hate the Narrator... What did you like best about The Prize? What did you like least? I love the strength of the heroine and the patience and calm of the hero! I hated the narrator! I was hesitant about purchasing this audio version after reading the reviews, and I now see why everyone said how terrible she was.

Mr. Darcy Takes a Wife Audiobook by Linda Berdoll

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Linda Berdoll) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 07:18:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mr. Darcy Takes a Wife Subtitle: Pride and Prejudice Continues Author: Linda Berdoll Narrator: Rosalyn Landor Format: Unabridged Length: 28 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 02-09-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 382 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Every woman wants to be Elizabeth Bennet Darcy - beautiful, gracious, universally admired, strong, daring and outspoken - a thoroughly modern woman in crinolines. And every woman will fall madly in love with Mr. Darcy - tall, dark and handsome, a nobleman and a heartthrob whose virility is matched only by his utter devotion to his wife. Their passion is consuming and idyllic - essentially, they cant keep their hands off each other - through a sweeping tale of adventure and misadventure, human folly and numerous mysteries of parentage. Hold on to your bonnets! This sexy, epic, hilarious, poignant, and romantic sequel to Pride and Prejudice goes far beyond Jane Austen. Members Reviews: Interesting I love Pride & Prejudice. I found this "continuation" interesting and enjoyable. There are some twists and turns that I never saw coming with many of the characters. Some I really liked and some I still find hard to believe but I still enjoyed the book. I would recommend for anyone who likes "what if" stories. I do. Also, Rosalyn Landor is exceptional as usual - you can't go wrong with her reading. Great Listen...but not for everyone! I am an Austen lover and have dreamed of what happened after the wedding. While this book is not written in true Austen stlye and contains a great deal of bedroom activity. If you enjoy Eloisa James and Lisa Kleypas this book is for you! If you want a pruddish version...not so much. There are several story lines that I disagree with and think are not true to the characters (namely Bingley and Jane) but to each his own. I enjoyed it and will definitely pick it up again in the future. Please...if you are going to review this title read all the way through first. Do I Hear Mini Series??? Mr. Darcy Takes a Wife: Pride and Prejudice Continues by Linda Berdoll was a complete delight! Written in an Austen-ish style, with a touch of LIsa Kleypas spice. I would strongly recommend this listening experience. Rosalyn Landor delivers a masterful performance, as fans have come to expect from her. This novel would make a wonderful mini-series, as I believe that it would be greatly welcomed by Austen fans. Definitely credit worthy!!! Enjoy... Love, love, loved it... If you could sum up Mr. Darcy Takes a Wife in three words, what would they be? Loved it so much. I read (listened to) it again. It's the kind of story you don't mind standing in the slowest of grocery lines. It kept my patience at bay. It had love, passion, suspence, drama everything a good book should have, and i loved it. Perfect! At the end of Pride and Prejudice, we're hopeful that Mr. Darcy will be kind and attentive, and Elizabeth will be happy. I, for one, worried that she would live a life of misunderstandings and loneliness. Heavy sigh. Written in perfect Austenian style, this "sequel" to P+P is more than one could have hoped, as we enjoy much more time with the kind, loving side of Mr. Darcy. Don't get me wrong, he is still pompous and arrogant (and murderous?!), but Jane helps him make his way. As Ms. Austen would have provided, there is plenty of misunderstanding and reason for vexation, but Linda Berdoll sees to it that the characters resolve these quickly and usually with a passionate time of making up! The story has many plot twists. While enjoying life at Pemberley, Mr.

Highland Sinner Audiobook by Hannah Howell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Hannah Howell) — Mon, 30 Jun 2014 18:11:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Highland Sinner Subtitle: Murray Family, Book 16 Author: Hannah Howell Narrator: Angela Dawe Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 06-30-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 131 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Sir Tormand Murray is certainly a rogue, but a callous killer? Never. Yet he cannot explain how he came to wake up next to the butchered body of one of his former lovers. Someone is prepared to kill again and again until Tormand is found guilty and hanged. And his only hope of discovering the culprit lies with Morainn Ross, a reclusive, sensual beauty gifted with second sight. Branded a witch, Morainn has never met a man who accepted her strange talent, much less one who could so easily inflame her passion. There's no resisting Tormand's rugged masculinity - and no escaping the enemy, who grows more twisted every day. And even as logic decrees that a lasting union is impossible, Morainn knows that her destiny is bound forever with the knight who has claimed her, body and soul. Critic Reviews: "Howell delivers another Highland classic that combines humor, adventure, mystery and a touching love story." (RT Book Reviews) Members Reviews: Highland sinner. Was a good book. it had mystery, love and drama. the narrator was excellent and the story. moved along quickly. Murder mystery from the start The book definitely kept you guessing as to why various women were being killed it lead you one way to believe that the killer was the mail main character. What a reality it was someone I did not suspect. The main character mail did findA relationship with the main female character which did blossom into a love scene.I enjoyed the narrator. And eventually the girl gets the house of knowledge she wants including the man Murray series is one of the best I have enjoyed this series so much. The family continues on and never fails to entertain. I have already downloaded as many books as i can for the series. Very good listen I read this book before and now that I listened to it, I realized that it was just as good. I enjoyed it so much. Listened to it in one go. Can't wait to listen to the other books since I have been skipping and not going in sequence.

Lily and the Duke Audiobook by Helen Hardt

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Helen Hardt) — Thu, 21 Jul 2016 17:36:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lily and the Duke Subtitle: Sex and the Season, Book 1 Author: Helen Hardt Narrator: Honey Everest Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 07-21-16 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 125 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Wiltshire, England, 1845 Lady Lily Jameson is thrilled to attend a house party given by Daniel Farnsworth, the Duke of Lybrook, but not because he's the most eligible bachelor in the peerage. Her only interest is his famous art collection, which reputedly includes a painting by her favorite artist, Jan Vermeer. Daniel, duke only by virtue of the untimely deaths of his father and older brother, wants nothing to do with his new duties. He'd rather continue his rakish ways. When he finds the lovely Lily sneaking around the property in search of his art collection, sparks fly. Despite her father's wishes, Lily has no intention of marrying. She wants to travel the world to gain real life inspiration for her painting and writing. And what could be better worldly experience than a passionate affair with the notorious Duke of Lybrook? But circumstances may change the game and the players...and danger lurks, as well. Members Reviews: Poor performance, worse story The performance sounded almost computerized in places as accents were put into sentences that didn't have need of them. In addition, the characters were poorly developed. It is definitely reminiscent of 50 Shades in that there was an unnecessary amount of sex from the very beginning. I honestly have a hard time finding much redeeming in this narrative or the performance. worst audio book This is the very worst audio book recording I've ever listened to on Audible. The narrator's voices for the main characters play out more as puppets. The story itself falls flat with obvious dialogue and cliche descriptions. I would not recommend the book or recording to anyone- especially to Austen fans. This series was advertised to be a meeting of Austen and 50 Shades, but the similarities end in the book's summary. narrator I'm trying to listen but the narrator of this book is making my ears bleed. awful I felt like I was listening to B rated porno. I returned book after 5 chapters. nothing like Jane austen meets fifty shades of grey. Good story ....but too much sex for this time era I read the other reviews on this listen.... but after I listened to the sample I decided to go ahead. I glad I did it was a decent HR. The only thing is that it had a LOT of sex for the 1800's.(well it is called Sex and the season) The story took place at a 2 week house party and the young ladies didn't have any chaperones. As far as the narration I have listened to plenty of HR so it was fine to me. I have listened to wayyyy worse. The Herione got on my nerves sometimes but other than that it was good.

Lady Sophia's Lover Audiobook by Lisa Kleypas

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lisa Kleypas) — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 07:09:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lady Sophia's Lover Author: Lisa Kleypas Narrator: Susan Duerden Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 11-21-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 477 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Lady Sophia Sydney would do anything to ensnare the unattainable Sir Ross Cannon. Her goal - to ruin his reputation and cause a scandal that would be the talk of all London. So she insinuates herself into his life by gaining his trust and living in his house.Every morning, her lush presence tempts him beyond all reason... the way she bends over the table to serve him the meals she has prepared...the way her hands oh, so gently - yet sensuously - brush against him. Every night, she promises with her eyes - and her body - that the hours before dawn could be spent in unbridled passion instead of restless sleep - if only hed let her share his bed. She knows he is falling more in love with her each day. But she never counted on falling in love with him. And she never dreamed he might very respectably ask for her hand in marriage... Members Reviews: Love when Ross confronts Anthony Very enjoyable listen, Susan is a most excellent narrator she was the reason, I tried this one. Did not disappoint. Susan Duerden, the narrator, is FABULOUS! Lisa Kleypas is a talented writer and I very much enjoy her books, including this one. The heroine, Sophia, occasionally got on my nerves--too much hand wringing. But overall a fun read. Ms. Duerden's narration was marvelous. She did a suberb job on all the characters, but her rendition of Sir Ross was exquisite. Loved It! Good story. Terrific narrator. Definitely worth the listen. I recommend it. Lisa Kleypas and Susan Duerden made a good combination on this one. Made me look for this pairing in other books. A bit predictable Any additional comments? This story is about a woman who goes to London to take revenge on the man she believes is responsible for her brother's death. After she gets a job as his assistant, which was very scandalous indeed, in the hope of discovering something about him that could lead him to his ruin, she begins her plot to have him fall in love with her. In the process of trying to get HIM to fall in love with her, she falls in love with him. He is, of course, from a wealthy family, handsome and very honest and ethical and she is beautiful, smart and a "lady" or an earl's daughter. I actually read the second book first a while back and have read many books since so I did not recall the story at all. Since I did not want to ruin the first book, I decided not to go back to reaquaint myself with the specifics. I actually managed to guess what was going to happen in the story based on logic. A bit too predictable at times but overall I still enjoyed the book. Fantastic Romance Novel If you could sum up Lady Sophia's Lover in three words, what would they be? Senuous, Captivating, Unpredictable. What did you like best about this story? Fast-paced, with many unexpected twists in the plot. Loved the main charcters, as well as the minor characters which keeps the reader engaged throughout. Which character as performed by Susan Duerden was your favorite? Ross probably. However Sophia is also a great character, which is why the book is so great. Both of them are fascinating and likeable, so as a couple they are great! Also, Klepass knows how to stretch out the sexual tension, without being crude. Susan Dueden is great at the narrration, and adds much to the sexual tension. Any additional comments? This story and

Brighton Honeymoon Audiobook by Sheri Cobb South

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sheri Cobb South) — Thu, 14 Dec 2017 12:36:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Brighton Honeymoon Author: Sheri Cobb South Narrator: Noah Michael Levine Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 12-14-17 Publisher: Sheri Cobb South Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Sir Aubrey Tabor began with the most altruistic of motives. When the Brundys' seaside wedding trip is interrupted by a young woman claiming to be Mr. Brundy's sister, Sir Aubrey promises to do what he can in order to relieve his friend of an imposter whose presence poses a threat to marital bliss. But golden-haired Polly proves to be more than a match for Sir Aubrey, and with each encounter, he finds himself thinking less of his friend's honeymoon, and more about having one of his own. Members Reviews: Charming and Funny This was a charmingly funny audiobook to listen to. The messes that young Miss Polly gets herself into were delightfully absurd. Polly has moved to London in hopes of discovering who her father was but ends up posing as Mr. Brundy's sister when she finds herself in dire straights. Mr. Brundy's new wife Helen insists on letting Polly stay and many humorous antics insue. Sir Aubrey Tabor volunteers to help rid Mr. Brundy of his unwanted houseguest but finds himself in over his head with Miss Polly. Noah Michael Levine did a very good job with the narration. I received a copy of this audiobook at my request and am providing this honest unbiased review. Wonderfully WItty Author Sheri Cobb South does it again. I'd read anything by her! The characters are so rich. The wit and richness of the characters are brought to life by the narration of Noah Michael Levine. Bravo to this team. I especially enjoyed Brundy and his love, Helen. Their love for one another is fresh and ever so adorable.

Ten Things I Love About You Audiobook by Julia Quinn

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Julia Quinn) — Tue, 25 May 2010 06:44:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ten Things I Love About You Author: Julia Quinn Narrator: Rosalyn Landor Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 05-25-10 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 694 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Ten things you should know about this book.... 1. Sebastian Grey is a devilishly handsome rogue with a secret. 2. Annabel Winslow's family voted her The Winslow Most Likely to Speak Her Mind and The Winslow Most Likely to Fall Asleep in Church. 3. Sebastian's uncle is the Earl of Newbury, and if he dies without siring an heir, Sebastian inherits everything. 4. Lord Newbury detests Sebastian and will stop at nothing to prevent this from happening. 5. Lord Newbury has decided that Annabel is the answer to all of his problems. 6. Annabel does not want to marry Lord Newbury, especially when she finds out he once romanced her grandmother. Number 7 is shocking, 8 is delicious, and 9 is downright wicked, all of which lead the way to: 10. Happily. Ever. After. Members Reviews: Very Clever & Entertaining I love Julia Quinn's writing! Not only is she humorous and interesting, she creates characters that you want to know and wish you knew better. Sebastian Gray is a delight, as is the heroin and many of the other characters. The story is light, fun and a joy to listen to. It's great to listen to because there isn't a lot of the vulgar description or language that I find detracts from other author's stories. The story is believable and makes the reader want to go back to the time of the ton... even just for a peak. If you enjoy a good period romance, you will very much enjoy this offering. 3 things I love about you would have been better This was my first Julia Quinn book and I did enjoy it though she used terms that did not fit the time properly. If you are willing to overlook that then the book was very entertaining. I would have given the book a 4.5 if it was available but well including it here is just as well. The only thing I did not like about this book was the ten things JQ kept listing in the book. A bit silly especially since they were not all meaningful points. Nevertheless, If you like historical romance then this book is a good one to listen to. Loved it! This brings back Sebastian from What Happens in London, Olivia and Harry also make a few appearances. I loved Sebastian in that book and I love him even more in this one. The absolute best character is the Grandmother, Lady Vickers. OMG...laugh out loud funny scenes with her. I laughed so many times with this book, I don't really care that the plot is a little thin. There is no mystery, intrigue, danger, broken hearts, dark secrets, etc., it's just FUN. The dinner scene had me laughing hours afterwards. There are a couple of descriptive loves scenes, tame by my esitmation, along the lines of Lisa Kleypas, Julie Garwood, etc. Very entertaining! "Ten Things I Love About You" brings back some of the characters of "What Happens in London". I was not overly impressed with the plot, but I gave the book 4 stars, mainly because it made me laugh so many times. I love the author's sense of humour and her writing style; she's got that special way with words that makes the reading so pleasant and enjoyable. Rosalyn Landor (narrator) is outstanding, as usual, and makes you feel like you are 'watching' a movie... The story itself is not very believable but who cares if it's funny and well written! :) My favourite character is the Grandmother, who adds the "spice" to the plot.

If He's Sinful Audiobook by Hannah Howell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Hannah Howell) — Tue, 18 Feb 2014 15:39:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: If He's Sinful Subtitle: Wherlocke Author: Hannah Howell Narrator: Ashford MacNab Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs Language: English Release date: 02-18-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 370 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Secrecy and intrigue ignite dangerous passions in New York Times bestselling author Hannah Howells seductive new novelIt is whispered throughout London that the members of the Wherlocke family are possessed of certain unexplainable gifts. But Lord Ashton Radmoor is skeptical - until he finds an innocent beauty lying drugged and helpless in the bedroom of a brothel. The mystery woman is Penelope Wherlocke, and her special gift of sight is leading her deep into a dangerous world of treachery and betrayal. Ashton knows he should forget her, yet hes drawn deeper into the vortex of her life, determined to keep her safe. But Penelope is no ordinary woman, and shes never met the man strong enough to contend with her unusual abilities. Until now Members Reviews: Fabulous !!!! Hope This Series NEVER Ends!!! In 1788 London, Viscount Lord Ashton Radmoor is at a loss and must find the means to dig his family out of debt he must marry an heiress. Lady Clarissa Hutton-Moore wants to be a viscountess and her brother Charles, who now holds most of Ashtons fathers IOUs is willing to barter those IOUs and Lady Clarissas hand in marriage. Ashtons loyal friends are more than willing to financially help him out but Ashton is determined to do this on his own. So his friends, knowing Ashton may be leg-shackled very soon, take him to a brothel where they have a surprise in store for him. What Ashton found was a young and lovely supplicant ready and waiting half nude in a bed. Surprised - yes, but more of a surprise when Ashton found himself surrounded by young boys with a gun to his head. Lady Penelope Wherelocke Hutton-Moore, had a special gift of sight, but like most of the Wherelockes it never came when something would befall herself. Kidnapped and drugged Ashton was not aware that Lady Penelope resided in the attic rooms of the house Charles and Clarissa had taken over from Penelope until she became of age and inherited. It would take but a short time before Ashton and his friends discovered Charles and Clarissas abominable and murderous plans. IF HES SINFUL was as usual masterfully written, scripted, and narrated perfectly by Ashford MacNab who is also becoming one of my favorite narrators. His voice-overs were quite accomplished and added in the perfect dimension to let the book read out in my mind like a movie. Howells characterizations were beautifully fleshed out and one couldnt help but love Penelope, who is someone to fall in love with as Ashford quickly came to realize. The machinations of Clarissa and Charles were hateful to the extreme, but Howell balanced it out with Penelopes boys whom she adopted and gathered around her ever loving heart. As book number two in this fabulous series I can attest to the fact that I have read this series out of order and have had no trouble saying with certainty that these are all stand alone books. However, book number two, IF HES SINFUL is just as wonderfully written as any of the various books in this series.

On a Wild Night Audiobook by Stephanie Laurens

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stephanie Laurens) — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 02:03:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: On a Wild Night Author: Stephanie Laurens Narrator: Simon Prebble Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 03-10-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 571 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: It's 1825 in London, and the two curvaceous and blonde 23-year-old Cynster twins, Amanda and Ameliaare, are desperate to get married. All they need are two fine, strapping gentlemen - preferably with large purses. So what do these two lusty young ladies do? They make a visit to the local gaming halls, of course! But when Amanda unexpectedly bumps into the notorious Martin Fulbridge, the fifth Earl of Dexter, a chain of events is set into motion that will leave one sister ravished - and the other ravenous for all the juicy details. Mature listeners will delight in Amanda and Amelia's scandalous adventures around London. Critic Reviews: "Readers will relish Laurens' spunky heroine and sizzling love scenes." ( Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: excellent I was surprised to find how much I enjoyed this one, as I'd never really given Stephanie Laurens a chance. The battle of wills between the two main characters kept me interested, and the scene at the beginning where they meet each other for the first time was one of the best I'd ever read. Simon Prebbles is also probably the best narrator I've ever heard. This is wild! This book is one of my favorites. I love it when the heroine knows her mind. Simon Prebble is probably my favorite narrator....he has taught me so much about the english language. Beautifully done. Steamy Historical Romance! WOW! This is what a historical romance should be! I'm know questioning why I haven't gotten the entire series! I could fill the entire review with exclamation points for how I felt about this book. I have listened to or read a few books in this series and have yet to be disappointed. Simmon Prebble's voice is perfect for this kind of dominant male character and he does a fabulous time with the female characters as well. The story is filled with steamy scenes and yet the story moves right along with it. Not too predictable, Yes I knew she'd get her man in the end but it was the journey that was so entertaining. Wish knew a man's mind as well as she does! I highly recommend this one! Seduce, Deny, Repeat I enjoyed the beginning of this book but by the eigth hour of the battle of wills between hero and heroine, I lost all interest and couldn't make myself listen to the end. It's wicked to puff a story up to twice it's size. Disappointing to say the least! Normally I love her books, but I could hardly get through this one. 80% of the book was filled with long drawn out descriptions of love scenes. I found myself fast forwarding through these as they were just too over the top dramatic in nature and very repetitive. The story itself could have been told in just a few hours and lacked a real plot or interest until the last hour or so of the book.

Gentle Warrior Audiobook by Julie Garwood

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Julie Garwood) — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 16:11:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Gentle Warrior Author: Julie Garwood Narrator: Anne Flosnik Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 03-27-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 779 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: In feudal England, Elizabeth Montwright barely escaped the massacre that destroyed her family and exiled her from her ancestral castle. Bent on revenge, she rode again through the fortress gates, disguised as a healer...to seek aid from Geoffrey Berkley, the powerful baron who had routed the murderers. He heard her pleas, resisted her demands, and vowed to seduce his beautiful subject. Yet as Elizabeth fought the warrior's caresses, love flamed for this gallant man who must soon champion her cause...and capture her spirited heart! Members Reviews: Love this story Most of her books are set in Scotland and England a very long time ago. They are always a sweet love story with a lot of fighting of the knights or lords. They are very romantic. She knows how to write sex scenes without being crude. I hope she continues to write for a long time. I Liked It! This book has all the elements that make up a good Historical Romance story, although the sexual and arguing scenes were a little over the top for me. I thought Ann Flosnik did an excellent job. In my opinion she's a good actress and I can't understand anyone giving her negative reviews. Her ability to change her voice, accurately portraying the different characters each time they speak, is truly a gift. It's very hard for a women to sound like one man, much less several different men...and women. A narrator can make or break a story, and Ann Fosnik's performance makes this story. i forgot i love most of Julie Garwood's novels and when audible had their $4.95 sale and i saw she had a couple of books listed i immediately put them in my cart not checking reviews or the narrator out prior to purchase. the story was fine nothing special but it was okay how ever the narrator was/is so annoying and i had made my self a promise to never purchase a book narrated by this narrator again. well not only did i get this book, i got two of them by the same narrator and now i will have to cringe my way through the next book if i can. such a shame such a talented writer's books have to be ruined by the narrator. How bad must it be Even on sale it isn't, worth it. The prologue cheats the reader into thinking the book will be worth reading. It isn't the same narrator as The Prize.... I was excited to see another unabridged novel by Julie Garwood on audible. I have read the book years ago and remember liking it. I downloaded it only to realize that it is the same narrator as The Prize. I don't think I can finish it. The narrator is bad. Really Bad! Make sure you listen to the sample before you purchase this audiobook.

Pleasure for Pleasure Audiobook by Eloisa James

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Eloisa James) — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 08:51:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Pleasure for Pleasure Subtitle: Essex Sisters, Book 4 Author: Eloisa James Narrator: Susan Duerden Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 12-23-11 Publisher: HarperCollins Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 320 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Fueled by the knowledge that notoriety is better than failure, witty, unconventional Josie does what no proper young lady should - she challenges fate. She discards her corset and flirts outrageously. She attends the horse races and allows an arrogant rakehell to whisk her behind the stables for a surreptitious kiss....and is caught! She doesn't want to marry the young hellion? but who's to help? Her chaperone keeps disappearing for mysterious appointments; her guardian is on his wedding trip; and his friend the Earl of Mayne is too busy staring into the eyes of his exquisite French fiancee. Can a marriage forced by stuffy convention and unwilling desire become the match of the season? Members Reviews: Perfection! What made the experience of listening to Pleasure for Pleasure the most enjoyable? The narrator was idas for this series. She really brings you into the book. What did you like best about this story? This is the finale to my favorite series. Which scene was your favorite? Mayne gives Josie her first kiss, and finds the kiss effected him so strongly that it surprised him. I also loved the part when Mayne was comparing is fiance to Josie and finds he preferred Josie more in every way, and then became jealous when other men paid Josie attention. If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be? A restless love finds it's perfect match. Any additional comments? The first two books in this series are so valuable to this series, it would be wonderful if the entire series were in audio format. The first book in this series is one of my all time favorites, and I have literally read hundreds of romances. I believe they would be snapped up in a heartbeat. I LOVES THIS STORY IT'S FUN Where does Pleasure for Pleasure rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? ONE OF THE BEST. I'VE LISTENED TO MANY AUDIO BOOKS AND THIS IS MY FIRST REVIES What was one of the most memorable moments of Pleasure for Pleasure? WHEN JOSIE THROUGH THE MANURE Which character as performed by Susan Duerden was your favorite? JOSIE Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? WHEN THE EARL OF MAYNE SHOWS JOSIE HOW STRUT HER STUFF Any additional comments? I CAN'T WAIT FOR AUDIBLE GETS THE REST OF THE ESSEX SISTER SERRIES Such a wonderful series! Love the novels - love the narrator - love the characters! This is my second time through, and I've no doubt I'll be listening again. Very good series to listen to!!! What did you love best about Pleasure for Pleasure? The story line and how it all comes together to keep you listing and not wanting the book to end. Good thing there is more books in the series. ENJOY!!! What did you like best about this story? Everything about the story Any additional comments? This book and the series is a MUST MUST listen to Loved This Series, Loved this Book Would you consider the audio edition of Pleasure for Pleasure to be better than the print version? at least as good! What other book might you compare Pleasure for Pleasure to and why? Kiss at Midnight also by Eloisa James What does Susan Duerden bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? I just love her voice, I know some reviewers don't like it, but I love EVERYTHING she narrates.

Viscount Breckenridge to the Rescue Audiobook by Stephanie Laurens

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stephanie Laurens) — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 12:17:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Viscount Breckenridge to the Rescue Subtitle: A Cynster Novel Author: Stephanie Laurens Narrator: Matthew Brenher Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 08-30-11 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 415 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: You are cordially invited to the wedding of Miss Heather Cynster... but not before she encounters kidnappers, danger, and a daring rescue at the hands of Viscount Breckenridge. Determined to hunt down her very own hero, one who will sweep her off her feet and into wedded bliss, and despairing of finding him in Londons staid ballrooms, Heather Cynster steps out of her safe world and boldly attends a racy soiree. But her promising hunt is ruined by the supremely interfering Viscount Breckenridge, who whisks her out of scandal - and straight into danger, when a mysterious enemy seizes her, bundles her into a coach, and conveys her out of London. Now its up to the notorious Breckenridge to prove himself the hero shes been searching for all along.... Members Reviews: Simon Prebble - come back!! I'm probably spoiled by the inflections that Mr Prebble has provided in the past. Mr Brenher has a voice that was very easy to listen to, and his characters were easily identifiable. It just wasn't what I was used to for a Cynster novel. I found myself tuning out, not keeping up with the changes in the story. I missed the enthusiasm that Mr. Prebble provided in the past. I will buy the next in the series as I enjoy the stories and listen during my housework and yard work. Change Happens, but I'll miss Simon Prebble if he doesn't return. Mr Brehner is a good narrator and made a good attempt at filling Mr Prebble's shoes; I hope to hear him narrate other novels in the future (just not Cynster novels). Happy to be among the Cynsters again!! I've read all of the Stephanie Laurens??? world stories, and I can see how the whole group, Cynster???s, Black Cobra, Bastion Club and Adair's characters are growing, in this first book of the trilogy the strong willed and full of pride is the talent and the obstacle for love, the psychological process of coming to terms is very well described. I wish it didn't have to take a near death experience to see what really matters. I can???t wait for the next two books of the trilogy. I miss Simon Prebble simply because I became attached to those voices and he was very consistent through the different books, but Mathew Brenher did a great job, I don't think Richard (Scandal) should have such a Scottish accent since he is English, but the pacing and intensity was very well performed. Happy to be among the Cynsters again!! I've read all of the Stephanie Laurens world stories, and I can see how the whole group, Cynsters, Black Cobra, Bastion Club and Adair's characters are growing, in this first book of the trilogy the strong willed and full of pride is the talent and the obstacle for love, the psychological process of coming to terms is very well described. I wish it didn't have to take a near death experience to see what really matters. I cant wait for the next two books of the trilogy. I miss Simon Prebble simply because I became attached to those voices and he was very consistent through the different books, but Mathew Brenher did a great job, I don't think Richard (Scandal) should have such a Scottish accent since he is English, but the pacing and intensity was very well performed. Started out well... This book started off well. Heather was strong and witty. Breckenridge was hero material. Then once they arrived at the "Vale" it all fell apart.

The Wicked Wyckerly Audiobook by Patricia Rice

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Patricia Rice) — Wed, 23 Dec 2015 23:32:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wicked Wyckerly Author: Patricia Rice Narrator: Eliza Jane Cornell Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 12-23-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 112 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: NYT and USA Today best-selling author! Nominated for the prestigious romance Rita award! John Fitzhugh Wyckerly has been the spare heir all his life, supporting himself with gambling and charm. The news that he's inherited the bankrupt title of earl of Danecroft shatters his indolent world. Even penniless, he's always paid his debts, but now the estate's creditors are closing in. He can fake his death and run for cover or accept overwhelming responsibility and find a rich wife - one who will also accept his illegitimate terror of a daughter. On his way to find an heiress, he meets Abigail Merriweather, who is neither rich nor aristocratic, but she can tame The Terror and stomp cockroaches. Unfortunately she needs a wealthy, powerful man who will fight her father's executor and retrieve her four half siblings. When an unexpected inheritance falls into Abby's lap, she sets out for London to seek a lawyer. Can Fitz charm his practical Abby into trusting him to save her siblings when it's doubtful that he can even save himself? And can Abby surrender reason and logic for the folly of love offered by a man who can have any woman he wants but insists he wants only her? Critic Reviews: "Rice is a master storyteller. A wonderful blend of humor, pathos, adventure, and charm, this page-turner is book one in Rice's promising Rebellious Sons series." (Shelley Mosley, Booklist) Members Reviews: Finally Would you listen to The Wicked Wyckerly again? Why? I haven't been able to force myself to finish the last 5 or 6 books that I've purchased. I was ready to give up on audible. But The Wicked Wyckerly was well-written, witty, fun, and charming... I only wish there were more books like it on audible... Patricia Rice has another winner! The Wicked Wyckerly is the first book in the 4 part Rebellious Sons series. I haven't read the other books yet, but I loved this first one! Fitz the hero is arrogant and insecure, brilliant but uneducated, land rich and cash poor. He's a bundle of contradictions and all I can think is it must have been so much fun to write him! A brand new earl, he inherits his fathers debts, which are crippling. The only way he can see to pay them is to marry an heiress. But on his way to London he stumbles across a practical country miss, Abby, who needs his help to recover her 4 siblings who've been taken from her and put under a male guardians "protection". How can Fitz help? He's enough troubles of his own! During the process of rescuing the children, the estate, and falling in love, we become acquainted with Fitz' ( the Earl of Danecroft) friends. We will get to know them better in the next 3 books in this series. I can hardly wait! One of My Favorite Books If you could sum up The Wicked Wyckerly in three words, what would they be? Funny Delightful Romance! This is the first book I have read by Patricia Rice and I'm looking forward to reading more. Although it is hard to imagine any others can be as good as this one. What did you like best about this story? Hmmm, hard to decide. (1) I really enjoyed the quirky characters of the hero and heroine and the way they each dealt with relatable life challenges. Which brings me to (2), the unique and funny situations throughout the book. I hate reviews that give away the story, so I won't go into details but Patricia Rice came up with some very funny scenes.

The Sum of All Kisses Audiobook by Julia Quinn

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Julia Quinn) — Tue, 29 Oct 2013 03:19:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Sum of All Kisses Author: Julia Quinn Narrator: Rosalyn Landor Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 377 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: He thinks she's an annoying know-it-all... Hugh Prentice has never had patience for dramatic females, and if Lady Sarah Pleinsworth has ever been acquainted with the words shy or retiring, she's long since tossed them out the window. Besides, even if Hugh did grow to enjoy her company, it wouldn't matter. A reckless duel has left this brilliant mathematician with a ruined leg, and now, unable to run, ride, or even waltz, he could never court a woman like Sarah, much less dream of marrying her. She thinks he's just plain mad. Sarah has never forgiven Hugh for the duel he fought three years earlier, the one that forced her cousin into exile, nearly destroying her family. But even if she could find a way to forgive him, it wouldn't matter. She doesn't care that his leg is less than perfect, it's his personality she can't abide. But when the pair is forced to spend a week in close company, they discover that first impressions are not always reliable. And when one kiss leads to two, three, and four, the mathematician may lose count, and the lady may, for the first time, find herself speechless. Members Reviews: Not as great as her others Any additional comments? This series lacks the fun quippy humor that the authors other books have had. It's pretty standard romantic historical fiction. I had a hard time staying interested long enough to finish the series Smythe-Smiths Continued What made the experience of listening to The Sum of All Kisses the most enjoyable? Rosalyn Landor provides a fabulous narration. Her interpretations of dialogue and character inflection are spot-on. She captures the nuances of every line. Who was your favorite character and why? Hugh and Sarah are equally engaging. What does Rosalyn Landor bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Having actually read the book prior to the audio version's being available, I truly appreciate the depth that well done narration can bring to all aspects of a work. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Julia Quinn's books are not deep, metaphysical works; however, the dialogue, plot twists, and inter-connectedness make reading each book in the series like a visit with a well-loved friend. Any additional comments? This work is best enjoyed as part of the Smythe-Smith series since each book shares characters. The Sum of All kisses I love this book. another great book by Julia Quinn. I have always like the Lady Sarah. A WELL MATCHED PAIR I enjoyed this book very much. Was it the most compelling? No! But, the characters were very matched and I like them both equally. He was a gallant genius and she was a protective sister and friend. personality with quips of comic attitude Love the characters. Love the uniqueness of their personalities. humorous and firey. narration spot on by ms. landor. great listen

Love Beyond Measure Audiobook by Bethany Claire

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bethany Claire) — Fri, 26 Feb 2016 20:44:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Love Beyond Measure Subtitle: A Scottish, Time-Traveling Romance, Morna's Legacy Series, Book 4 Author: Bethany Claire Narrator: Lily Collingwood Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 02-26-16 Publisher: Bethany Claire Books, LLC Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 228 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: What is life worth without the love you're meant for? Sent to the brink of death by his own brother's blade, Eoghanan McMillan clings to the brief moments he spends in the shadows, watching from afar the beautiful lass he's never met. He spends his time some four centuries after his birth, slowly building his strength so that he may return home, but each glimpse into the woman's life leaves him wanting. He wants nothing more than to know her. When Grace Mitchell's job as a photojournalist sends her to Scotland with her young son, Cooper, in tow, her greatest wish is to escape from the aftermath of the wedding she abandoned. Instead, her life complicates further when she meets the mysterious, scarred, and alluring Eoghanan McMillan, a man so unlike any she's ever known. She falls for him quickly, but, after a spell sends them back in time to the 17th century, Grace is forced to accept the amazing truth about the man she's just beginning to know and to re-think the life she had planned for herself. Will their love for one another be enough to make Grace stay in a time so different from her own - a decision that will alter the direction of her young son's life entirely? Or will she sacrifice a future with the man she loves to give her son a life of normalcy? In the end, she may just learn that the decision isn't hers to make. Members Reviews: Morna has magic; Bethany & Lily have magic too! Would you listen to Love Beyond Measure again? Why? Without question. It had me spellbound - which is why my review title states that "...Bethany and Lily have magic." I downloaded the book just after the polls closed on Super Tuesday. I did nothing else but take potty breaks until I'd finished it! If I thought the story was powerful when I read the ebook, I had no idea how it would capture and hold me while listening to it via audible. What was one of the most memorable moments of Love Beyond Measure? I'm going to challenge myself to word this to avoid the risk of presenting a spoiler - my most memorable moment was when Charles was walking Grace to the most magical day of her life and he shared with her how his wife let him know the depths of how/why she thought of Grace as their own daughter. I honestly cried as I listened to that part. Which scene was your favorite? There are many....to pick one would require putting them all in a hat and picking one randomly...and again it's hard to answer this question without presenting a spoiler, so I'll try to word it in a way as not to do so....the scene when Cooper knew he was facing imminent danger and the plans he made to face it and thwart it. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Absolutely....although I hadn't planned to do that when I first clicked on 'listen now' that is what happened. I downloaded the book on my smartphone after I left my polling place on Super Tuesday...started listening to it on my drive home, continued listening to it as I entered the house and got settled and remained comfortably seated on the comfy couch in my office until it was finished....stopping only for bathroom breaks. Any additional comments? I think this book presented the greatest challenge for Lily Collingwood to try to adequately represent the voice of a phenomenal child like Cooper.

Taken Audiobook by Angeline Fortin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Angeline Fortin) — Tue, 25 Aug 2015 07:52:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Taken Subtitle: A Laird for All Time, Book 3 Author: Angeline Fortin Narrator: Antony Ferguson Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 08-25-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 313 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Celebrated actress Scarlett Thomas never wanted fame - that was her parents' dream. Now she's ready to make big changes, but she never could have imagined how big those changes would turn out to be. Returning to the medieval Dunskirk Castle, where she filmed the Puppet War trilogy, she encounters an old Scotsman named Donell who directs her to an ancient claymore that sends her back in time to 16th-century Scotland. Scottish border lord James Hepburn, laird of Achenmeade, is a man at loose ends. The illegitimate son of the old king's illegitimate daughter, he has no place in his father's home and no freedom to forge a future of his own. When war with England looms once more on Scotland's horizon, James must not only fight for his country but also try to battle his growing attraction to a slender, sassy lass who tempts him to defy his sire and his king. As the days pass, bringing them closer to war and to each other, Scarlett and James discover that their differences are not so profound as their similarities. But when they are confronted with the opportunity to live their lives freely, as they choose, will they seize their chance before the Battle of Flodden separates them forever? Members Reviews: Taken, audio version I loved this story and enjoyed Ms. Fortin's writing as well as Mr. Ferguson's narration. He always does an excellent job, and this one was no different. True, his Southern accent was truly southern, but people who are not born and raised in the south, have a stereotype they believe is the true Southern accent. Actually, it depends on which part of the south you're from as to how it should accurately sound. Charleston, Savannah, Atlanta, all have several different variations, depending on location, social standing, and upbringing. Even in "Gone with The Wind", Vivien Leigh was British, not southern. Though it was irritating to many true southerners, she did as well a job as any probably would have and her "look" was right. I think anyone who complains about Mr. Ferguson's rendition, should stop complaining. It is one of the most difficult patterns of speech to replicate and I thought he did as good a job as anyone would have.. To have such a variety of voices and brogues/accents to perform, I thought he did admirably! I love Ms. Fortins plot, depth of characters, and historical accuracy/knowledge of the history. Well researched and planned out. The entire series has been enjoyable to me, audio as well as the ebook, but then I read, or listen, for the content of the story. As a past teacher, I don't allow myself to miss out on the actual story by looking for or dwelling on things I may think should have been done differently. I'm not a writer or narrator so commend those who are! time travel I enjoy the time travel books. I look for new ones all the time. Ferguson is a good male narrator but he really has a hard time with female voices. I can not get into the female parts. He gives them a different attitude then I feel they should have. Other than that good book. I may just have to read this one. Good Story- terrible narration! Although I liked the story... Antony's narration ruined it for me. His lack of compassion & true emotion when it came to Scarlett 's parts...

Thief of Shadows Audiobook by Elizabeth Hoyt

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Elizabeth Hoyt) — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 20:08:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Thief of Shadows Subtitle: Maiden Lane, Book 4 Author: Elizabeth Hoyt Narrator: Ashford McNab Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 06-26-12 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 570 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: A MASKED MAN . . . Winter Makepeace lives a double life. By day he's the stoic headmaster of a home for foundling children. But the night brings out a darker side of Winter. As the moon rises, so does the Ghost of St. Giles - protector, judge, fugitive. When the Ghost, beaten and wounded, is rescued by a beautiful aristocrat, Winter has no idea that his two worlds are about to collide. A DANGEROUS WOMAN . . . Lady Isabel Beckinhall enjoys nothing more than a challenge. Yet when she's asked to tutor the Home's dour manager in the ways of society - flirtation, double-entendres, and scandalous liaisons - Isabel can't help wondering why his eyes seem so familiar - and his lips so tempting. A PASSION NEITHER COULD DENY During the day Isabel and Winter engage in a battle of wills. At night their passions are revealed . . . But when little girls start disappearing from St. Giles, Winter must avenge them. For that he might have to sacrifice everything-the Home, Isabel . . . and his life. Members Reviews: Two thumbs way up. Love this series and Elizabeth Hoyt never disappoints not like some authors. I truly enjoyed the pairing of the monkish Winter and the experienced widow Isabelle. The Maiden Lane series is just so great. This book has it all a great story, hot romance, an excellent cast of characters, humor drama and mystery. Ashford McNabb is beyond awesome. Her timing, male and female voices, accents and talent land her in the creme de la creme of narrators. Highly recommend this book, narrator and author. I loved the story!!! I loved this story, it truly gave me a glimpse of the man behind the mask....Winter is my second favorite character and I am thrilled for the sneak peek into book number 5.... YOU JUST CAN'T GO WRONG WITH AN E.H LISTEN The positive reviewers before me have pretty much summed this book up so all I can add are words, words like:- Humorous, thrilling, exciting, sexy, passionate, addictive listening, likeable characters, interesting plot with desire, mayhem and danger. Desperately looking forward to book 5 Lord of Darkness which I've already pre-ordered..... and long may they continue. Worth a credit? If you're a historical/romance lover then it's just got to be a Yes to this one and you won't be disappointed if you spend your credits on the whole series. EXCELLENT Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? OH Yes, it was a great story,it works as a stand alone, however you would get an in depth view if you have read the 1st 3 books. This is Winter Makepeace's story, he was an amazing character, with a fascinating past, which is revealed with perfect pacing between action and passion. What did you like best about this story? I love Winter and Isabelle's characters, they were perfect together. I actually LOVED her maid, she was a little nutty & obsessed with Isabelle's clothing.( she's really cute) What does Ashford MacNab bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? She is one of my favourite narrarators, I could not imagine anyone else reading this series. If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be? Introduce yourself to the Man behind the Mask. Any additional comments? Worth the credit! Enjoy!!! Elizabeth Hoyt? I remember reading EH's books as a woman in my 20's.

Glimmers of Change Audiobook by Ginny Dye

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ginny Dye) — Thu, 29 Oct 2015 09:26:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Glimmers of Change Subtitle: Bregdan Chronicle, Book 7 Author: Ginny Dye Narrator: Christine Cunningham Smith Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-15 Publisher: Ginny Dye Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 180 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Carrie and Janie are living their dream in Philadelphia, but what price will they pay when cholera sweeps through America once again? Robert searches for peace on the plantation, but forces are in place that are determined to deny it. Moses and Rose are driven by forces beyond their control to become leaders in the midst of a violent racial revolution. Jeremy discovers love, but will the reality of his heritage make it impossible, and will he survive the forces determined to destroy the factory? And will Matthew finally free his heart? Members Reviews: LOVE this series! I am really enjoying reading this powerful interpretation of our country's struggles with the war between the states! It has given a behind scenes perception of life for white and black people during that terrible time in history. Some of it is really hard to understand because of the senseless killings of the black people! I'm really enjoying the wonderful love stories mixed in with the history. Gripping! I continue to be amazed at how this author holds me in the grip of the ongoing series. The accounts of battles, survival, heartbreak, courage, victories, love, hope, etc...continue to command my attention. so little has really changed so much is still true today. ..sadly so. but that we could learn from the mistakes of the past Learning a lot of history Learning a lot of history. sad to see a lot of parallels in today's society. would have hoped we'd have learned our lesson. Keeps your interest The story gives an insight on the conditions and hardships during the civil war, including the simple good times.

Captive of My Desires Audiobook by Johanna Lindsey

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Johanna Lindsey) — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:30:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Captive of My Desires Subtitle: A Malory Novel Author: Johanna Lindsey Narrator: Laural Merlington Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 280 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: After spending three wonderful years sailing and treasure hunting with him, Gabrielle is dismayed when her father decides she must return to London to find a proper husband. His old friend James Malory will sponsor her in polite society. In London, Gabrielle is escorted to balls and parties by James' wife, Georgina, and her brother, Drew Anderson, a dashing American sea captain who is visiting. Though drawn to Gabrielle's fiery beauty, Drew, a fun-loving rogue, wants nothing to do with a young woman hunting for a husband. Incensed by Drew's indifference, Gabrielle is determined to win his attentions. But when Drew embroils her in a scandal the night before he's to sail back to America, Gabrielle vows revenge. Enlisting the help of her father's pirate cronies, Gabrielle commandeers Drew's ship and takes him prisoner. But as passion runs high on their sea voyage, it becomes difficult to tell who is truly the captor and who is the captive. Critic Reviews: "Lindsey adds a generous soupcon of swashbuckling action and adventure to the latest captivating addition to her wickedly witty, lusciously sensual Malory series." ( Booklist)"Merlington instills the love scenes between Gabrielle and Drew with captivating realism, not only by employing expert accents, but also by using intensity of tone, capturing the sizzling emotions between them." ( AudioFile) Members Reviews: Captivating Although a bit unbelievable in places, this book kept me up late listening to the adventure and sensual innuendos. Quite fun listening and good for the libido. Not one of the better Malory books I really hated the way Drew seemed so out of character in this book. He was not his devil may care self and I skipped to the end just to finish. As a die hard Malory/Anderson fan, I was very disappointed. You will smile when read this book One more book from the Malory serie, that i just love, and can read again and again. The narrator makes the characters alive, and it's a delight listening to her. Again worth your time, money or Credit Captured! My total attention was captured by this book! I love this series. While it's predictable it's also fun. NARRATOR: The horrendous laugh... "ha ha ha" (pronounced like " ho ho ho") was SO AWFUL! Not as bad here as on some recordings but still BAD! And it's a shame since the performance was otherwise very good. Yet even a excellent narrative can't make up for that 'awful, make me cringe, teeth on a chalkboard, wake me out of the story, want to scream' LAUGH! HEAT FACTOR: Steamy! OK, I have liked other Malory novels better.
It was very hard to like Drew. I liked him in other novels but his character was a jerk in this one.

Autumn Masquerade Audiobook by Josi S. Kilpack, Donna Hatch, Nancy Campbell Allen

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Josi S. Kilpack) — Wed, 05 Jul 2017 18:40:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Autumn Masquerade Subtitle: Timeless Regency Collection, Book 1 Author: Josi S. Kilpack, Donna Hatch, Nancy Campbell Allen Narrator: Sarah Zimmerman Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 07-05-17 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: A MERRY DANCE by Josi S. Kilpack. When Lila overhears her uncle talking about a man coming to look for property in the county, she doesn't think twice, until her uncle says he hopes Lila will find enough interest to marry the man. How can she marry someone named Mortimer Luthford, not to mention that his advanced age of thirty-three, and especially since she's already in love with her absent cousin Neville? But when Mortimer arrives, Lila has to try every trick known to women to act not interested in the rather fascinating man, which proves a very difficult façade to maintain. UNMASKING THE DUKE by Donna Hatch. The last thing Hannah Palmer wants to do is flirt with men in a crowded ballroom, but when her sister throws a Masquerade Ball, Hannah can't say no to the invitation and takes comfort behind a mask. She dances with a charming masked man, matching him wit for wit. When the glorious evening culminates in a kiss, and the two remove their masks, Hannah is horrified to discover the man she's been flirting with all night is her most despised neighbor, the Duke of Suttenberg. No matter how charming the duke was at the ball, and how wonderful the kiss, he is the last man she'd ever accept. WHAT'S IN A NAME by Nancy Campbell Allen. Penelope Timely has a terrible secret. She's been writing letters to the Duke of Wilmington, pretending to be her ever-proper twin sister, Persephone. Now, the duke has written that he'll be coming for the Autumn Masquerade Ball and Festival. Penelope will have to continue the charade while the duke is in town in order to protect her sister. The Duke of Wilmington isn't fooled for a moment, but instead of confessing that he knows about the deception, he finds himself utterly charmed by Penelope and jumps into the game of deception to see how far the twin sisters will take it. Other Timeless Regency Collections: A Midwinter Ball, Spring in Hyde Park, Summer House Party, A Country Christmas Members Reviews: Very good! I really enjoyed these stories. I do wish that the last one had an epilogue to tell us the nasty aunt got her comeuppance and also how Persephone's trip went. Checks All The Great Regency Boxes Although, the stories were predictable, they were not boring and tedious to read. I muchnmore preferred story #3 by Hatch. This book I enjoyed this book. My favored story was unmasking the duke. It was a sweet love story.

The Girl in the Gatehouse Audiobook by Julie Klassen

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Julie Klassen) — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 02:33:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Girl in the Gatehouse Author: Julie Klassen Narrator: Elizabeth Jasicki Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 04-05-11 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 412 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: RITA Award finalist and Christy Award winner Julie Klassen delivers historical romances brimming with the eloquence and intensity of Jane Austen. In an abandoned gatehouse on an old estate, Mariah Aubrey lives in seclusion. She supports herself by writing novels in secretat a time when such writing is considered improper and unladylike. Soon the wealthy and ambitious Captain Bryant leases the estate and is intrigued by the beautiful girl in the gatehouse. But will he risk his plansand his heartfor a woman shadowed by scandal? Members Reviews: Amazing and Fresh Story and Characters The Girl in the Gatehouse by Julie Klassen I have listened to all of Julie Klassen's audiobooks available as downloads through audible.com. She doesn't write like anyone else that I know. I love that she gives us fresh writing that is not constrained by formulas and rule-following despite her having been an editor herself! Her main characters and minor are vibrant and memorable. The romance was realistic and full of great tension. Many of the other Regencies I have read all sound alike. But Klassen's fresh voice shines throughout the story telling. The narrator was a great choice for this audiobook. Mariah Aubry is hiding in her relatives gatehouse, with a view of a building nearby that houses a number of needy souls. And she has a secret shes a novelist (which I love because I write fiction!) Captain Matthew Bryant is too good for the conniving beauty who threw him aside for another wealthier man. But he has to struggle with his own demons as he charts a new course for his life. Within the gatehouse is something that will change their lives if they can keep it from her deceased aunts wicked stepson. Ms. Klassen does a great job of keeping the reader wondering about the hero and the antagonist and provides a wonderfully satisfying ending to the story. The only complaint I have with this audiobook is that I like to listen while I am doing other activities such as cleaning. And I wanted to hear every word. The great thing is I can play this over and over again! I highly recommend this book. The reader should understand that this is an inspirational historical romance. The publisher, Bethany House, produces outstanding Christian fiction by top authors. There is a strong spiritual arc embedded within the story. Purchase now! Great Listen Different, out of the box characters, no bad language, uplifting, not preachy. Will listen to this one again. Good read, enjoyed this! Which character as performed by Elizabeth Jasicki was your favorite? Martin Any additional comments? This is a good story, likable characters, nice setting and mood. The story dragged a bit at times but those few times were fairly quick to get through. Enjoyable Where does The Girl in the Gatehouse rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? This is a great one to read while sitting outside taking in the sun on a beautiful spring/summer day, I will listen to this again. What does Elizabeth Jasicki bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? It was a pleasure to listen to her. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes The Girl in the Gatehouse I loved the characters and the story line. Love and forgiveness abounding. Maggie's. Plight and two wonderful people who loved, cherished her, and adopting her as their own brought healing to my own heart.

In the Shadow of Denali Audiobook by Tracie Peterson, Kimberley Woodhouse

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tracie Peterson) — Tue, 03 Jan 2017 12:27:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: In the Shadow of Denali Subtitle: The Heart of Alaska, Book 1 Author: Tracie Peterson, Kimberley Woodhouse Narrator: Christina Moore Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 01-03-17 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 43 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Cassidy Ivanoff and her father, John, work at the new and prestigious Curry Hotel outside Mt. McKinley. While John will be an expedition and wilderness exploration guide for the wealthy tourists, Cassidy has signed on as a cook's assistant. Both are busy as the hotel prepares to welcome the president of the United States on his way to drive in the golden spike to officially complete the railroad. Allan Brennan travels to the Curry Hotel to be an apprentice of a seasoned Alaska mountain guide. Ever since his father's death climbing Mt. McKinley, he's worked to earn enough money to make the trek to the Alaska territory himself. His father's partner blames their guide for the death of his father, but Allan wants to find the truth for himself. He finds an unlikely ally in Cassidy, and as the two begin to look into the mystery, they suddenly find that things are much less clear, and much more dangerous, than either could ever imagine. Members Reviews: great Christian book. kept my interest. through trials of death and loneliness, they relied on God to answer prayers Great Story -Great Narration I loved the whole series and this one did not disappoint. Now I'm ready for my trip to Alaska in two weeks!!! Can't wait. wonderful What made the experience of listening to In the Shadow of Denali the most enjoyable? The historical events What other book might you compare In the Shadow of Denali to and why? Any of Tracie's other Alaska books What does Christina Moore bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? To let go of your anger and rage when you don't know the true story Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Yes the storm up on the mountain towards the end.

Silver Storm Audiobook by Cynthia Wright

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Cynthia Wright) — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 02:08:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Silver Storm Subtitle: The Raveneau Novels, Book 1 Author: Cynthia Wright Narrator: Emily Beresford Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 02-13-14 Publisher: Cynthia Wright Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 246 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Dashing and dangerous Andre Raveneau is the Revolutionary War's most reckless privateer captain when Devon Lindsay stows away aboard his ship after her Connecticut town has been burned by the British. Raveneau sardonically agrees to deliver her to her childhood sweetheart in Virginia but doesn't count on his own potent attraction to the enchanting, courageous Devon. Through high adventure, swashbuckling sea battles, and the colorful history of America's revolution, the couple battles the fiery passion that binds them together. Silver Storm is on keeper shelves worldwide. The story of Andre and Devon and their twisting path to true love is one you will want to revisit over and over! Members Reviews: My all-time favorite novel, now as an Audiobook! This is my ALL-TIME favorite historical romance. I've read hundreds upon hundreds of them and it simply doesn't get any better than Silver Storm. What a beautiful, enduring romance! Each time I read it I find something new to love. How could it get even better? By being made into an Audiobook, of course! Emily Beresford's narration of this novel made it feel all new again to me, even though I've read it myself a dozen times. She reads with emotion and gives enough distinction to each character's voice that you can really visualize the different speakers. If I thought the hero of this book was dreamy before, hearing him brought to life by Ms. Beresford raises him to epic proportions. :) Of course, a good narrator is wasted if a book isn't well written in the first place. This one most certainly is more than up to the challenge. The first thing I noticed when I was first exposed to Cynthia Wright's novels is the tremendous amount of historical detail and real people she weaves throughout. Silver Storm is set in the coastal port town of New London, Connecticut beginning in 1775, and travels through the American Revolution. The heroine's school master is the famous patriot Nathan Hale. Her town is attacked by Redcoats under the direction of traitor Benedict Arnold. Even George Washington makes a cameo. This is one romance novel that will leave you a little smarter in American History by the time you've finished it. If only it were taught this way in school. :) Besides the bonus of a gentle history lesson, this story truly tells of an epic romance for the ages. No matter how many times I re-read this book, or in this case, LISTEN to it, it never fails to take my breath away. Notorious and devilishly handsome French sea captain-turned-privateer Andre Raveneau first crosses the lovely Devon Lindsey's path when she is 13 years old. She becomes fascinated by the daring captain of the Black Eagle, who is known for always seeming to be able to escape seemingly impossible situations. Their paths meet again a few years later and the dangerous and magnetic Raveneau shocks her by giving her a teasing kiss that turns her world upside down. The daughter of a sailor herself, Devon is fascinated by those who call the sea their home. Her original plan of marrying her childhood friend, Morgan, begins to fall apart when she realizes that his kisses have the opposite effect of those of the handsome Raveneau. There has to be more to love than feeling comfortable.

Prince of Time Audiobook by Sarah Woodbury

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sarah Woodbury) — Fri, 21 Nov 2014 16:53:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Prince of Time Subtitle: The After Cilmeri Series, Book 2 Author: Sarah Woodbury Narrator: Laurel Schroeder Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs Language: English Release date: 11-21-14 Publisher: Sarah Woodbury Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 145 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Prince of Time is Book Two in the After Cilmeri Series: Two teenagers are catapulted back in time to alter history and save the medieval kingdom of Wales... David and his man-at-arms, Ieuan, find themselves alone and on the run from a company of English soldiers who've sworn vengeance for the recent death of their king. Meanwhile, Llywelyn lays on his deathbed, wounded by a traitor's arrow. And once again, it is David and Anna, and all that they represent, that holds the key to the survival of Wales. Prince of Time is the second book in the After Cilmeri series. Members Reviews: History is not Destiny If you could sum up Prince of Time in three words, what would they be? Across another dimension. What did you like best about this story? I liked that what started as a Time Travel story where the characters realize they are in a past time, in this book evolves to a realization that rather than travelling through time in a single continuum, they are traversing time periods between connected but also independent timelines. David, the young Prince, is freed from the constraints of what was the past, the history before, and takes charge of his, and his people's, destiny to chart their own future history. This appeals to the idealist in me. What does Laurel Schroeder bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Laurel Schroeder is able to express the personality of each character so well, that listening to the book is like hearing each point of view from the character themselves. The audiobook is, for me, definitely an enrichment of my experiencing the story. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? There were plenty that had me laughing, not so much as to a joke, but in understanding - comprehending for example the feelings that Bronwyn may have experienced as she adjusted to medieval life. Being a time traveler is, I imagine, much like being an outsider or foreigner trying to function in a different culture or society - something that I can empathize with - and I found myself resonating with many moments in the book. However, the moment that particularly moved me I think would be when David's aunt came back to the house and said "I'm ready to listen" Any additional comments? * Fair disclosure: I received a promotional code for this audiobook, with no strings attached. My opinions are my own and are the same opinions I would have had if I had purchased the audiobook outright - which I would have done if I hadn't received a copy from the author. New fan I'm so hooked I'm on book 4. Which could be book 8 if I had just read each one and moved on . But I have read each to get all the information straight then listen to the audio to enjoy the characters .. Love it!! Excellent A good mix of history and sci fi. This geek is pleased. Hope you enjoy as much or more. Imagination expanded The continuing story of "what if..." is intriguing and captured my attention throughout the book. Character development moves along briskly and the jump between modern day and 13th century Wales is handled well and is consistent with the series. I couldn't help rooting for the main characters, groaning when they run into difficulties, and cheering when events go their way. I will definitely continue to listen to this series!! jtad I loved it. can't wait for the next one to come out in audible.

Midnight Pleasures Audiobook by Eloisa James

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Eloisa James) — Wed, 07 Jan 2015 17:40:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Midnight Pleasures Subtitle: The Pleasures Trilogy, Book 2 Author: Eloisa James Narrator: Susan Duerden Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 01-07-15 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 329 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: In the night, all rules are forgotten... Eloisa James, the acclaimed author of Potent Pleasures, returns to Regency England with an unforgettable new heroine - a genteel but naughty innocent who gets more than she bargains for when she finally says yes to love. To her legions of adoring suitors, it comes as quite a shock when Lady Sophie York rejects an offer of marriage from the dashing, rakish Patrick Foakes in favor of amiable but dull Braddon Chatwin. He may be an earl, but it is Patrick's stolen kisses that sear her lips. When Patrick, in disguise, scales a ladder to retrieve his friend's fiancée, he never expects the elopement to be his own. Neither does Sophie, Braddon, or the rest of the tattling ton. One hasty wedding later, the passionate innocent and the sophisticated rogue play out their own intricate dance as Sophie masters what it takes to keep a man where he belongs. And Patrick learns the ultimate lesson in love. Members Reviews: Fell Flat While this book didn't change my auto-buy-author standing for Eloisa James, I don't think it was one of her best. Sophie and Patrick were likable characters, but the miscommunication and erroneous conclusions they would draw became tedious. Their repetitive misunderstandings thinned out and "dumbed down" both the plot and characters. The book had the potential for more depth and intrigue within the "Ottoman(Turkish)/French(Napoleonic)/spy/sabotage" subplot, but it seemed as though the author lost her aim or simply didn't want to dig that deep and it ended up falling flat. Love This Series! Love Eloisa James! While I absolutely adored the first book in Ms. James Pleasures Trilogy - POTENT PLEASURES, and it was quite wonderful, I had to admit I was looking forward to Book 2 and discovering whether Lady Sophie York who was Charlottes best friend would fare in her search for a husband. Naturally, I had matched Lady Sophie up in my mind to Patrick Foakes, the undeniable rake and identical twin to Charlottes husband Alex. But as usual, true love never seems to run smooth without a few bumps along the way! Lady Sophie had watched her parents marriage dissolve and swore she would never have a husband who would flaunt mistress after another to the detriment and humiliation her mother had endured. So even though from the moment she laid eyes on the rumored rake hall Patrick Foakes, she had fallen hard, Sophie talked herself out of marital suicide by agreeing to marry, Patricks best friend the stodgy but kind Braddon, aka Lord Saslow. Braddon would be safe and kind and if she wasnt in love, he could never break her heart. Unfortunately, Patrick was furious! He had offered for Sophie and she turned him down flat! And she agreed to marry Braddon? Not only that but Sophie wanted to elope and Braddon talked Patrick into climbing a ladder and bringing Sophie to Braddon to explain why he couldnt accommodate an elopement. And then of course, both Sophie and Patricks electrifying attraction saved the day as they both answered the call of magnetic attraction, calling for a hasty wedding. Filled with such a believable storyline, and narrated by the excellent voice overs of Susan Daerden, this was an absolute pleasure to listen to. Ms.

The Snow White Bride Audiobook by Claire Delacroix

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Claire Delacroix) — Mon, 08 Jun 2015 22:56:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Snow White Bride Subtitle: The Jewels of Kinfairlie Book 3 Author: Claire Delacroix Narrator: Saskia Maarleveld Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 06-08-15 Publisher: Deborah A. Cooke Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 63 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: The laird of Kinfairlie has helped his sisters to find husbands. Now the laird himself seeks to wed and pins his hopes on The Snow White Bride. Lady Eleanor knows better than to dream of romance and love. Married twice to secure her father's alliances, she has learned that she is desirable only for her fortune. When the Laird of Kinfairlie's sisters ask her to wed their brother, Alexander, Eleanor agrees, expecting only to save herself from danger. Alexander is like no man she's known before. He is a man more interested in courting her smile than her obedience. He is a man who values her counsel as much as her newly awakened passion. He is unaware that Eleanor is the key to a fortune that could ensure the future of everything he holds dear. Now, ruthless enemies will stop at nothing to secure Eleanor's capture. Will she dare to trust her new husband before it's too late for her, for Alexander, and for Kinfairlie? Members Reviews: A Pleasant Enough Summer Listen While this was a nice light listen for a long solo car trip, I can't say I wasn't a bit annoyed at the two main characters. I get that in romance novels it is common to fall deeply in lust and love in the blink of an eye, but bedded, wedded, annulled, and consummated (Yes, in that order) in less that 24 hours and without knowledge of your bride's name? Our hero never really learned from his mistakes of being too impulsive in previous novels this series, and our heroine agrees to honesty and then lies. Repeatedly.Yikes. I enjoyed the first two in this series more. The narrator does a fine job with characters and narration. Her voice is easy to listen to. The snow white bride I loved the snow white bride. I am not a person who likes audio books as my husband is in the room with me and he likes me to answer him when he said something and it is hard when I have a head set on. Delicious and Devious Excellent story. I loved it, though I was constantly surprised by its twists and turns. Love this series. a very interesting read I loved it ' its a good story with well developed characters. good narration too. A woman's real worth... This is the third book I've read in "The Jewels of Kinfairlie", series by Ms. Delacroix. I was lucky enough to receive a free copy of this ebook in exchange for an honest review. In addition to reading the ebook, I also purchased the audio version to listen to after I finished reading the book. In this book Alexander, meets his fate head on. Ever since the death of his parents, about a year before, he has been struggling with taking on all of the responsibilities of becoming the new Laird upon the death of his father. After two, almost disastrous marriages he contracted for his two eldest sisters, it's only fair that Alexander have his own flirt with fate so to speak. With lots of trust issues raging on each side of the coin, Alexander finally grows up and grooves himself worthy of being Laird. I would easily recommend Alexander's story to any of my friends looking for a good read or great listen. Saskia Maarleveld is a superb narrator and really brings the story to life with her amazing ability to bring life, and voice, to all the various characters. This is a true combination of a really good story being performed by a master narrator.

The Haunting of a Duke Audiobook by Chasity Bowlin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Chasity Bowlin) — Wed, 13 Dec 2017 00:28:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Haunting of a Duke Subtitle: Dark Regency, Volume 1 Author: Chasity Bowlin Narrator: Lillian Yves Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 12-13-17 Publisher: chasity bowlin Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Communing with spirits has been both gift and curse to Emme Walters. Now it's made her a killer's target. Emme knows why the Dowager Duchess of Briarleigh invited her to a house party--to investigate whether the duke, Rhys Brammel, murdered his wife years ago. But Emme never imagined she would fall in love with the brooding duke. Branded by society as a possible killer, Rhys is suspicious of Emme and her alleged "gift." Then a late night encounter creates awareness of her other, more attractive, aspects. When Emme's life is threatened, Rhys becomes her protector. Emme and Rhys find passion and peril as they join forces to solve the mysteries at Briarleigh. She made him believe in spirits, but can she make him believe in love? Members Reviews: Great Mystery and Romance! I have listened to several books by the author, Chasity Bowlin, and enjoy her style. The narrator, Lillian Yves was new to me. This book has so many facets that pulled me from murder, medium, and romance. The "darkness" in the book is not near as dark as I thought it would be. The twists and turns in this story were outstanding. I had not figured out who the killer was until it was revealed, which is an aspect that I love! My review is not a synopsis of the book, but rather my opinion of it. I requested this review copy audiobook and have voluntarily written this review. Suspenseful paranormal romance Any additional comments? This story is suspenseful, entertaining and full of mystery. I like that the characters are practical and logical in tricky situations (that's always refreshing). The blooming attraction between Emme and Rhys is romantic. The paranormal aspect of the story adds an interesting dimension to what might otherwise be a predictable romance. The narration by Lillian Ives is good. She does a great job with distinguishing character voices and bringing out each distinct personality. This is an interesting and suspenseful romance. Regency with a Twist I really enjoyed the mix of historical romance, mystery, suspense and the paranormal in this book. Ive been a romance reader since Nora was a fledgling Harlequin author and, I have to say, Im a little jaded. So its really enjoyable to me when I can find a new author and well written story that entertains me throughout. Not once did I skip ahead before deciding to go thru the middle parts. Even though mediums and seances didnt really gain popularity until the Victorian era, Bowlin still made it work in the context of the story. Yves does a creditable job with the narration. This one is a recommend for an enjoyable time out. I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review. Super good! I really enjoyed this slightly paranormal historical romance. Unique, well-written, with fantastic characters and great narration. Highly recommend!! I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review. The fact that I was gifted this book had no influence over my opinion of it a-freaking-mazing! Would you listen to The Haunting of a Duke again? Why? YES!! an amazing mix of romance, mystery, suspense, and paranormal What other book might you compare The Haunting of a Duke to and why? hmm- i guess maybe the house on tradd street by karen white- though that is modern day- this is not.

The Last Hellion Audiobook by Loretta Chase

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Loretta Chase) — Tue, 12 May 2015 10:15:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Last Hellion Subtitle: Scoundrels, Book 4 Author: Loretta Chase Narrator: Kate Reading Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 05-12-15 Publisher: NYLA Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 517 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: The Duke of Ainswood, Vere Mallory - the last of the infamous Mallory hellions - lives a charmed life: he's rich, titled, and exceedingly handsome. And he's seemingly bent on throwing it all away in his reckless race toward self-destruction, until a devastatingly beautiful blonde amazon literally knocks him off his feet. Lydia Grenville has devoted herself to protecting London's less fortunate. She has no patience for dissolute aristocrats and would like nothing more than to get his big, strong, handsome carcass out of her path so she can continue her work. But Ainswood could never resist a challenge - especially in female form - or trouble, which seems to follow Lydia like a stray puppy. When real trouble appears it's all or nothing for the duke and his annoyingly headstrong female! Members Reviews: "I want a love that feels like a dream" A VERY well written book and very engaging storyline. Characters are very well developed and the story is well thought out. I liked everything about it. The only reason I gave it a 4 star is because as good as the book was it was just not what I give a 5 star for. I give 5 stars to the ones I spend every minute of my life I can spare listening to. I even cut from sleep to know what happens next. This however was an excellent book. More scoundrels Any additional comments? Just a quick note to say that this wonderful book is more wonderful because Dane and Jessica play a part in it. I wondered about that when I considered ordering it, so others might wonder as well. Sensual transformation.....loved it! Second best book in the series. More comparable to The Lord of Scoundrels...but not quite there but so dang close. Way better than book 1 and 2. I felt like 3 and 4 were in a class of their own. It is amazing how Chase can make us love a previously hated character. Ainswood is wonderful. Lydia and Ainswood's banter makes the story so fun and interesting. Lydia is a great heroine....perfect combo of beauty and strength....independent but not off putting. Loved Susan. Could not get enough of the way Ainswood spoke to Susan. Had trouble understanding the time line with book 2, but I don't guess it mattered much....just odd and it made no difference in the grand scheme of things. I didn't want it to end. Seriously credit worthy...but must read AFTER Lord of Scoundrels. One of the best in the Genre 5/5; 5 stars; A+ Since I listened to Lord of Scoundrels last week I thought I'd go dig up the rest of my Loretta Chase books. I read this and then, recently, when I saw it available on Audible, I listened to it. I am so glad that this book is available at Audible. It has long been one of my favorite historical romance books but with the addition of Kate Reading as a narrator, it becomes even better. I really enjoyed the role Lydia Grenville played in this story. Some authors can portray the bluestocking as a bit of a harridan. Not so, here. As a Journalist, she was in a very unconventional profession for the time but she approached it with courage and dignity. She was devoted to her 'cause' but was funny and kindhearted as well as incredibly determined. Her sidekick, the Mastiff, Susan, really added a lot to the story for me. So, Vere Mallory, the Duke of Ainswood.

His Stolen Bride Audiobook by Shayla Black, Shelley Bradley

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Shayla Black) — Tue, 10 Oct 2017 14:28:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: His Stolen Bride Subtitle: Brothers in Arms, Book 2 Author: Shayla Black, Shelley Bradley Narrator: Tim Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 10-10-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Wrongly accused of murdering his father, Drake Thornton MacDougall wanted nothing more than to strike back at his guilty, duplicitous half brother. So he made the fiend pay by abducting his bride-to-be. But as Drake carried his captive off to a windswept Scottish isle, he soon found that vengeance wasn't the only thing on his mind. Lady Averyl Campbell proved herself no biddable maiden but an alluring, strong-willed beauty who could tame his dark moods with her touch. When danger and treachery threatened to part them, Drake realized that only she could heal his tormented soul, for she had won his love. Contains mature themes. Members Reviews: Excellent historical romance, strong characters& strong storyline (not erotica) I enjoyed this 2nd book of the Brothers in Arms series (3 books) even more than the first. Great story setup, plausible situation of the time in history, and both hero & heroine have very strong morals that complement each other. There are plot and character twists that kept this reader wondering how the characters would find love & how the hero would be proved innocent. The HEA was hard won but intense and strong in the end. The writing was at times lyrical, fitting to this time in history @ the same time helping the reader get into the emotions of the characters: "The compelling innocence of her kiss swept across his senses like a stormy summer breeze on a windswept moor." HIGHLY RECOMMEND Absolutely Adore Shayla's books Absolutely Adore Shayla's books. I can only hope to be half as good at writing as she is. The stories have a way of pulling you in and being able to relate to the characters. The stories are also plausible which makes them even better. I will be a fan for life. Spend the money and read the book it is worth it. and has a number of other series/styles that fantastic (and some of my favorites) to read Compared to her other stories, this one is a bit of a let down. Compared to other "historical" romance writers I read, it's an even bigger let down. Shayla is an incredible author, and has a number of other series/styles that fantastic (and some of my favorites) to read, unfortunately, this is not one of those series. excellent read I very much enjoyed this story and recommend it highly. It has everything a good book should have. I don't think you will be disappointed when you read it. Descent read Good story, a bit drawn out. Very well written by an experienced Arthur. Great chemistry between the H&H. It started to get stale after a while because he couldn't say the 3 words she needed to hear. And the way she haggled him about it, would have ruined it for me. But all together, it was fun to read.

The Duke of Daring Audiobook by Darcy Burke

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Darcy Burke) — Thu, 15 Jun 2017 03:02:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Duke of Daring Subtitle: The Untouchables, Book 2 Author: Darcy Burke Narrator: Marian Hussey Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 06-15-17 Publisher: Darcy E Burke Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 69 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Miss Lucinda Parnell is out of money. A dismal failure at the Marriage Mart, she'd just as soon leave Society far behind. Desperate to earn funds to retire with her grandmother to the country, Lucy disguises herself as a man to gamble in London's hells. But the Earl of Dartford, an Untouchable she never imagined speaking to let alone spending time with, is onto her in a trice. When he insists on acting as her protector, Lucy fears her chance to remain an independent woman is destined to go up in flames. After losing his entire family, Andrew Wentworth, Earl of Dartford, built a wall to keep attachments at bay. He believed he could keep Miss Parnell safe without compromising his defenses, but she's exciting and irresistible. Their deepening relationship makes him even more determined to push her away. Nothing will stop him from trying to avoid reliving the anguish of loss. Love is the one risk he doesn't have the heart to dare. Members Reviews: Delightful Unusual characters combined with life's challenges made for good reading. Different sexual scenarios than usual all made a delightful story. Great book and awesome narration.. I didnt like this book as much as The Forbidden Duke but it was still a very good read. This was about Andrew, the Earl of Dartford, who suffered from a serious case of survivors guilt. His parents, two sisters and his little brother all died within weeks of each other of some kind of fever and he was afraid that loving someone meant losing them and being hurt again. Lucy went about dressed like a man to gaming hells trying to make enough money to move with her grandmother to Bath, after her father had gambled all the money and Lucy and Grandmama were not going to last with what little they had. Needless to say, Andrew figured out she was a woman and wanted to help her, so that became the beginning of their love story. Neither one of them wanted to marry so they thought they made a good team. Overall, sad, happy, funny and a HEA. I absolutely love Lucys friends Aquilla and Ivy. Ill be glad when their books are on audible so I can listen to them too. There was explicit sex in this book, but not erotic. As to the narration: Marian Hussey did a wonderful job with all the voices and emotions. All the men and women alike had their own individual voices. Couldnt put it down... Not in a I wonder what will happen way, since this is a period romance and its always a happy ending, but in a this book is too enjoyable to ignore way. I positively loved it. The characters were new and fresh and the drama was well thought out. Way better than the first in the series, in my opinion and 10/10 would recommend. Okay story. Great Narration So this was an okay story. Nothing exciting or page turning. I liked Lucy's character a lot. She was a strong female lead. It was fun that she dressed up as a man and went gambling. But other than that it was just a typical story. I liked The Earl of Dartford aka the Daring Duke. He was a good character and the chemistry between these two was good. It felt real and genuine. There was a lot of dialogue throughout the entire book. I like lots of dialogue between characters rather than a bunch of blah blah blah internal dialogue. As for the narration, it was great. I am a big fan of Marian Hussey.

My Fair Duchess Audiobook by Julie Johnstone

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Julie Johnstone) — Tue, 16 Dec 2014 09:43:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Fair Duchess Subtitle: A Once Upon a Rogue Novel, Book 1 Author: Julie Johnstone Narrator: Tim Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-14 Publisher: Julie Johnstone Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 253 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: After years of playing the rake to hide a dark family secret, the Duke of Aversley feels tainted beyond redemption and cynical beyond repair. Never does he imagine hope will come in the form of a quirky, quick-witted lady determined to win the heart of another gentleman. Thanks to a painfully awkward past, Lady Amelia De Vere long ago relinquished the notion she was a flower that had yet to blossom. But when her family faces financial ruin and the man she has always loved is on the verge of marrying another, she'll try anything to transform herself to capture her childhood love and save her family - including agreeing to participate in a bet between her brother and the notorious, dangerously handsome Duke Of Aversley. Bound by the bet, Amelia and Aversley discover unexpected understanding and passion beyond their wildest dreams, if only they can let go of their pride, put trust in each other and chance losing their hearts. Members Reviews: Forgot about my life's tribulations reading it. LOVED IT I absolutely adore this book. ADULT mature characters, engaging story and a Duke that makes all other men I know seem very small in comparison. I stayed up until 2 am reading this book even though I had to be at work by 8 am. You will absolutely love it too. Pretty good story and good narration. This was a pretty good story, I liked the heroine, Amelia well enough in that she was strong for the most part and knew what or thought she wanted. I liked Aversley too. He was strong, handsome and rich. And he wanted to stay Rich. LOL There was a bit of attraction denial between these two for a while but they got past it. There was a very mildly written sex scene. The story line and plot was pretty good, I liked the wager part of it. It developed pretty well too. There were a couple of annoying moments but not much. There was lots of dialogue throughout the entire book so that was a bonus. As for the narration, it was good. I like Tim Campbell he does the women's voices well and the everyone does get their own voice. He reads with emotion and and has a nice reading voice. Quite good! This was quite good! I'm eagerly awaiting subsequent books in this series. Secret vows. What a mess they create. Colin and his mother are plagued by one and it has severe ramifications. Amelia is in love with her long-time "hero." When Colin and Amelia's brother make an agreement, that, too, has terrible consequences. Can Colin and Amelia find what they each desire the most without falling prey to what others think is best for them? Good story with good characters, main and secondary - even if flawed. Fun and enjoyable Where does My Fair Duchess rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? It was good. It was fun. It was easy to listen to. Not my top listens but still lovely. What did you like best about this story? I never got to the "Okay move on." monent that can happen when listening to regency romance. I mean come on we all get there, but there were enough twists to not hit that mark in this book. What about Tim Campbells performance did you like? Fair but I will say it was easy to fall asleep to. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? The scene between mother and son. Any additional comments? I like the full flushing out of characters.

Scandal's Bride Audiobook by Stephanie Laurens

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stephanie Laurens) — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 03:06:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Scandal's Bride Author: Stephanie Laurens Narrator: Simon Prebble Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 04-17-09 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 704 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Cynster men are invariably handsome rogues, and Catriona Hennessy, Scottish Lady of the Vale is well aware of their reputation. She is aghast when it is decreed by her guardian that she must marry the scandalous Richard Cynster within one week's time. Like her mother before her, Catriona is a beautiful, independent woman who needs no man to rule over her or the Vale. But what she does need is an heir--will the charming Richard Cynster be willing to give her what she wants? Facing unavoidable marriage, Richard savors the challenge of taming spirited Catriona. Simon Prebble's masterful narration of Laurens' tale will leave listeners feeling exhilarated. Members Reviews: Surprisingly Funny!!! The first half of the book places the main characters in some really funny situations.I was listening in bed and had to get up. I laughed so hard the bed shook. Simon Prebble captures the rake's character perfectly. Loved it. Gonna buy the next one in the series. He was not the scandal...she was This is my favorite book. The passion and sex scenes in this series is starting to become more detailed. Not a problem for me, Simon Prebble makes everything sound so passionate anyway. Scandal's Bride has a twist in that she comes to him the first three times. I thought it was a wonderful twist. I like to hear the details of a marriage sometimes instead of always reading about the courtship. This was a great book! another great one I love this whole series - it is just the thing for my morning commute. Nothing serious, although the "romantic" scenes have distracted me from driving from time to time! :) The thing I love most about them though it the NARRATOR who is nothing short of amazing! There are 6 main men (and as many women) characters in this series, and he manages to give each of them and himself as narrator a slightly different voice. A true talent as I have been listening to audio books for a long time and I can tell you not many narrators can pull that off! loved this book and author!!!!!! wish they would release all her books CYNSTER LETDOWN Can't believe this was part of the Cynster series. There was absolutely No storyline/plot here; no character interest, no mystery, no quest, no fun secondary characters, no info about the heroine's religion....Nothing....Just rambling dialogue and many overly-typical (and mediocre) intimate scenes, along with tons of miscommunications, between two flatly written characters. Add to that the thousand-and-one times the author used the word "humph" and I could not wait for it to end.

A Kiss at Midnight Audiobook by Eloisa James

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Eloisa James) — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:22:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Kiss at Midnight Author: Eloisa James Narrator: Susan Duerden Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 07-27-10 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 892 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Miss Kate Daltry doesn't believe in fairy tales...or happily ever after. Forced by her stepmother to attend a ball, Kate meets a prince...and decides he's anything but charming. A clash of wits and wills ensues, but they both know their irresistible attraction will lead nowhere. For Gabriel is promised to another womana princess whose hand in marriage will fulfill his ruthless ambitions. Gabriel likes his fiancee, which is a welcome turn of events, but he doesn't love her. Obviously, he should be wooing his bride-to-be, not the witty, impoverished beauty who refuses to fawn over him. Godmothers and glass slippers notwithstanding, this is one fairy tale in which destiny conspires to destroy any chance that Kate and Gabriel might have a happily ever after. Unless a prince throws away everything that makes him noble.... Unless a dowry of an unruly heart trumps a fortune.... Unless one kiss at the stroke of midnight changes everything. Members Reviews: Great narrator and story. First of all, I read romance novels to escape, not for historical accuracy. I liked both the hero, heroine and their interactions in this story. The narrator was great at giving distinctive voices for each character. Wonderful book, wonderful narrator This is a fabulous fairy tale of a book, with delightful characters, suitably steamy encounters, humor, and wit, and Susan Duerden does a wonderful job of reading. I'm in love with her hero's voice! Marshmallow Fluff for the ears I absolutely loved this book. It was such an easy listen and the story was very sweet. It's definitely a grown-up "fairytale" and NOT a historical romance. There isn't much of a plot but it's still a fun and enjoyable read. The narrator was amazing!! I was happy to learn there are more books in this series....I can't wait for the next one. A fairy story indeed! Firstly, to comment on the narrator; I normally find myself struggling to ignore the narration, but this reader is better than most I've listened to with one criticism. I didn't care for Gabriel's accent. I don't know if it is an accurate one for Warl-Marburg-Baalsfeld but I found it distracting and would have prefered more feelings than accent. but maybe that's just me. As far as the story, it is a nice light take on the traditional cinderella fairy tale, with characters one can grow to like. the hero is a bit on the self centered side and the heroine not so perfect herself, but you can see the characters develop sutlely and they have nice dimension. I must admit, I liked some of the secondary characters as much as the main characters, particularly Wick and Harry and especially the "rats". I didn't quite understand the pickle eating dog referances, but those minor details aside, I enjoyed this audio book over all. Wonderful Fairytale! What a great version of the Cinderella story. It's a new take on the story, more adult, more intense, equally romantic. I must admit that the first half of this book dragged a bit, too long with nothing significant happening. If you start getting bored, please keep listening because it will be worth it. The second half Of the book is amazing!! Oh what a heartbreaking love story! A bit of Cinderella, a bit of Romeo and Juliet, a bit of Kamasutra!!! I recommend it. Narration: this is the first book I've listened to by Susan Duerden. She's definitely not on my favorite narrators list.

The Color of Secrets Audiobook by Lindsay Ashford

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lindsay Ashford) — Tue, 14 Apr 2015 07:32:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Color of Secrets Author: Lindsay Ashford Narrator: Heather Wilds Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 04-14-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 698 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Everyone has secrets, but some can change your life forever.... In the midst of the Second World War, Eva receives the devastating news that her husband is missing and presumed dead. Neither wife nor widow, she lives in a numb state of limbo until, in the heat of an English summer, she meets Bill, a black American GI. Despite their vastly different backgrounds, neither can deny the love that overcomes them in the frantic weeks that follow, when every day could be their last. After Eva discovers she's pregnant, Bill is shipped off to join the D-Day fight, leaving her alone in a bigoted world. As her mixed-race daughter, Louisa, grows up, how far will Eva go to keep her safe and bury the past? And how far will Louisa go to uncover the truth? Members Reviews: Entertaining The story at several points is unbelievable. I found myself thinking, no one is that stupid. I did want to keep listening and see how it ended. It's like an entertaining trash novel. Loved it This book brings you through generations of a family who were the subject of prejudice. No spoilers. Stilted Narration Spoiled the Experience I, of all people, should have loved this Audible book. As the mother of two mixed-race sons, I wanted to love it! The narrator, however, greatly detracted from my enjoyment. Buy the Kindle version, skip the Audible one. Some secrets should not be kept This very human story reveals how destructive secrets can be. The author fleshes out the characters so believably, drawing the reader fully into their world and making it hard to leave! It is unfortunate that the narrator, while performing all dialog extremely well, is otherwise unable to vary her expression in the narrative sections. I almost did not continue listening by the end of the first 30 minutes but then got caught up in the characters' drama. If only I could rate this a MILLION stars... SPEECHLESS. That is exactly what this story has left me. From the very beginning until the very end...not a stone left unturned, not a question left unanswered, and not a single emotion left hanging in the lurches. ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE!!! Thank you for taking us so deeply into the lives and hearts of each and every character!!!

Ask for It Audiobook by Sylvia Day

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sylvia Day) — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 11:32:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ask for It Author: Sylvia Day Narrator: Justine Eyre Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-27-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 1083 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Nothing incites Marcus more than the primal hunger roused by his former fiancée, Elizabeth. Its been years since she jilted him for another man, but that only means theres a lot to catch up on, a lot to make up for, and that hes going to enjoy every sweet moment. The same drive and passion that sent her into another mans arms is what brings Elizabeth back to Marcus. Her attraction to him is the one thing she fears, but shes run out of options. Resisting is impossible. But does she have the courage to surrender everything? Critic Reviews: "Bared to You obliterates the competitionunique and unforgettable." (Joyfully Reviewed) "The undisputed mistress of tender, erotic romance." (Teresa Medeiros) "Plenty of sizzling passion and dangerous drama." (Booklist) Members Reviews: FIVE STARS - THREE WORDS PERFECT DELICIOUS HOT This is book 1 of SD's Regency series and I only hope Audible will continue to give us more from this brilliant and very talented author as this had everything a historical romance lover looks for in a listen. A passion filled, well described and interesting storyline with a few plot twists, strong and likeable characters, a handsome tormented dominant Rake (don't we just love 'em) and the love scenes are both sensual and sweet. All this performed by the gifted Justine Eyre who breathes life into the characters and makes it a very pleasureable listen. For the 'got to get it historically correct' listeners I am sure that in the Regency era there weren't such four letter words used as is in this book (which wasn't even an issue for me) but with a shrug and a "hey so what" surely overlooking them should be easy and ..... this was SD's first ever Manuscript !! Worth a credit? Absolutely YES but at $9.79 (can't believe the price) I just bought it and saved my credit for a more expensive but probably not more deserving or enjoyable book - but be warned - if you don't like a 'hot and heavy' listen then look elsewhere. Would Not recommend Very, very boring in the beginning, picks up a little. I guess I am just tired of 2 people finding reasons NOT to be together, when you know they will end up together. Then playing the same games. "I did not want to tell you this, I did not want to ruin your day" God, I hate this. Was glad when I was done with this book. Once Again, I'm glad I didn't listen to reviews! I was a bit worried about getting this book after reading a few of the reviews, but I am VERY glad I didn't listen! While a few people go on and on about a supposed "rape" scene, I didn't see it that way. It is very BDSM in that sense, but I was in no way offended by the supposed scene and found it no way distracting from the story. Quite the opposite really. It goes from BDSM into a love story. If you are open minded and looking for a good listen, this is a good one.

The Lady by His Side Audiobook by Stephanie Laurens

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stephanie Laurens) — Thu, 09 Mar 2017 10:25:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Lady by His Side Subtitle: The Devils Brood Trilogy, Book 1 Author: Stephanie Laurens Narrator: Matthew Brenher Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 03-09-17 Publisher: Stephanie Laurens Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 173 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Sebastian Cynster knows time is running out. If he doesn't choose a wife soon, his female relatives will line up to assist him. Yet the current debutantes do not appeal. Where is he to find the right lady to be his marchioness? Then Drake Varisey, eldest son of the Duke of Wolverstone, asks for Sebastian's aid. Having assumed his father's mantle in protecting queen and country, Drake must go to Ireland in pursuit of a dangerous plot. But he's received an urgent missive from Lord Ennis, an Irish peer - Ennis has heard something Drake needs to know and insists Drake attend an upcoming house party at his Kent estate so he can reveal his information face-to-face. Sebastian has assisted Drake before and, long ago, had a liaison with Lady Ennis. Drake insists Sebastian is just the man to be his surrogate at the house party - the guests will imagine all manner of possibilities and be blind to Sebastian's true purpose. Unsurprisingly, Sebastian is reluctant, but Drake's need is real. And with only more debutantes on his horizon, Sebastian allows himself to be persuaded. His first task is to inveigle Antonia Rawlings, a lady he has known all her life, to include him as her escort to the house party. Although he's seen little of Antonia in recent years, Sebastian is confident of gaining her support. Eldest daughter of the Earl of Chillingworth, Antonia has abandoned the search for a husband and plans to use the week of the house party to decide what to do with her life. There has to be some purpose, some role, she can claim for her own. Consequently, on hearing Sebastian's request and an explanation of what lies behind it, she seizes on the call to action. Suppressing her senses' idiotic reaction to Sebastian's nearness, she agrees to be his partner in intrigue. But while joining the house party proves easy, the gathering is thrown into chaos when Lord Ennis is murdered - just before he was to speak with Sebastian. Worse, Ennis's last words, gasped to Sebastian, are "Gunpowder. Here." Gunpowder? And here? Where? With a killer continuing to stalk the halls, side by side Sebastian and Antonia search for answers, and all the while the childhood connection that has always existed between them strengthens and blooms into something so much more. Members Reviews: S-T-R-U-G-G-L-E-D Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? No, it was not time well spent. I was easily distracted and forgot to pay attention due to the narrator. Minutes would go by and I would miss how we got to the next chapter. What did you like best about this story? I loved the story, the character development and the underlying mystery. It was a nice change of pace for a traditional historical romance. It will be fun to see the adventures unfold with this next generation of Cynsters. What didnt you like about Matthew Brenhers performance? I'm sure he is a very nice man and the timber of his voice is beautiful. JUST NOT FOR A HISTORICAL ROMANCE!! He would be great for a text book. Or a non-fiction book about the government. His voice did not inflect one iota of emotion as the story unfolded. There was no excitement, no passion. Just monotone. His female voices were H-O-R-R-I-B-L-E they all sounded like drag queens. His male voices were great but there was absolutely no emotion behind them.

The Escape: Survivor's Club, Book 3 Audiobook by Mary Balogh

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Balogh) — Tue, 01 Jul 2014 17:56:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Escape: Survivor's Club, Book 3 Author: Mary Balogh Narrator: Rosalyn Landor Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-14 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 633 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: After surviving the Napoleonic Wars, Sir Benedict Harper is struggling to move on, his body and spirit in need of a healing touch. Never does Ben imagine that hope will come in the form of a beautiful woman who has seen her own share of suffering. After the lingering death of her husband, Samantha McKay is at the mercy of her oppressive in-laws - until she plots an escape to distant Wales to claim a house she has inherited. Being a gentleman, Ben insists that he escort her on the fateful journey. Ben wants Samantha as much as she wants him, but he is cautious. What can a wounded soul offer any woman? Samantha is ready to go where fate takes her, to leave behind polite society and even propriety in her desire for this handsome, honorable soldier. But dare she offer her bruised heart as well as her body? The answers to both their questions may be found in an unlikely place: in each others arms. Members Reviews: A lovely escape Setting: England Genre: Regency romance Rosalyn Landor provides her usual wonderful performance. I truly enjoy her work. This is the third in The Survivor's Club series. The male protagonist was introduced in the first book of the series, The Proposal, and mentioned in passing in The Arrangement, the second book. The protagonists, Mrs. Samantha McKay and Sir Benedict Harper, are well rounded. They both have their individual challenges: hers is dealing with the overbearing, puritanical family of her late husband, and his is coming to terms with his disability. The plot is engaging. There aren't any huge conflicts, but there are a couple of minor ones. Hmm. I would say this is almost two stories with a road trip in between. The first part focuses on Samantha's situation and Ben's restlessness. The hero and heroine start out disliking one another, though Ben feels a grudging responsibility for Samantha. The road trip shows the gradual change in the relationship to liking and respect. The second part focuses on the relationship between Samantha and Ben, as well as Samantha's adjustment to life in Wales. It is a nice progression. The novel is followed by an amusing novela, The Suitor, which is set immediately prior to The Arrangement, though the hero is introduced in The Proposal. I'd tell you more about it, but that might spoil it for you. I highly recommend this audio production. It is worth the time and credit. Simply - FABULOUS Surviving the Napoleonic Wars, Sir Benedict Harper for the last six years has struggled mightily to heal both body and soul. Benedict retained his legs despite the doctors never expecting him to walk again, but he has struggled and in pain and perseverance has managed to surprise everyone. After the yearly reunion of the Survivors Club the men and woman have left to return to their lives. Benedict choose to visit his sister who was recuperating in the country, never realizing that in doing so, he would meet a beautiful woman who would give him purpose. Samantha McKay has dutifully cared years for her ailing husband, another mishap from the wars, until his lingering death.

The Wolfe Audiobook by Kathryn Le Veque

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kathryn Le Veque) — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 12:09:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wolfe Author: Kathryn Le Veque Narrator: Guy Veryzer Format: Unabridged Length: 37 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 01-22-14 Publisher: Kathryn Le Veque Novels Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 464 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: 1231 A.D. After a nasty skirmish along the England/Scotland border at Bog Wood, a badly wounded knight has crawled off to die. As women from the Clan Scott fan out across the battlefield to collect the spoils of war, one woman breaks off from the pack. She is sickened by the tradition of stealing valuables off the dead and runs off to hide. In her hiding place, however, lingers the badly wounded knight. The young woman is frightened at first but her natural instinct to lend aid takes over. She tends the knight and saves his life. Little does the Lady Jordan Scott know that she has just saved the life of the dreaded English knight known to her people as The Wolf. Members Reviews: My first of a very long histroical romance story I've listened just half way, and I decided to write a review to show how much I enjoy it. My first with the author and narrator and I love them both. Now I venture other stories from both of them. Beautiful Epic Romance Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes. Once u set the audio speed to 1.25 the story flows and you get carried away into another time. Honestly this story is full of drama, romance and plenty of laughter. I listened to the 35 hour book over 3 days. That's how engaging the story was, with plenty of laugh out loud moments. This book was fun. Who was your favorite character and why? William and Jordan. The interaction between these two characters was hilarious. She had him wrapped around her little finger and he knew it. And I loved his reactions to her. What about Guy Veryzers performance did you like? There is something wrong with the audio speed, another reviewer mentioned it. When you first listen the voice is too slow and drags unnaturally. At 1.25 speed on the audible apps settings the readers voice is perfect. I found him engaging and fun to listen to. And his portrayal of the different characters was wonderful. I loved his William and Paris especially. Any additional comments? The size of this audiobook is really like 3 books in one. I loved the length of this book. It gives the story and characters time to develop. Honestly if you love Historical Romance, you'll love this. The very best in medieval romance anywhere.... Would you listen to The Wolfe again? Why? yes.... I love the narration and the voice of the narrator. What was one of the most memorable moments of The Wolfe? I like the first part of the story where william has been wounded and his lady has just found him.....I also love when he sees her for the first time again. What does Guy Veryzer bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? drama Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? yes ..... but its a bit long for that Any additional comments? I want more.... kathryn writes wonderful stories and hearing them is such a treat... i become immersed. Wonderful audiobook Would you consider the audio edition of The Wolfe to be better than the print version? It's as good as the print version. Who was your favorite character and why? Both Jordan and William. They are both strong characters. Which character as performed by Guy Veryzer was your favorite? Both. Any additional comments? Katheryn Le Veque writes wonderful stories combining History, love, steamy scenes. I love reading her books and I really enjoyed his audibook. Adriana Just couldn't finish this one. I couldn't get past the narrator.

The Falmouth Connection Audiobook by Joana Starnes

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Joana Starnes) — Tue, 23 May 2017 01:33:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Falmouth Connection Subtitle: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Author: Joana Starnes Narrator: Stevie Zimmerman Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 05-23-17 Publisher: Joana Starnes Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Just as Mr. Darcy finally decides to propose to the enticing Miss Elizabeth Bennet, she is summoned to Falmouth, to meet a relation she never knew she had. Thus, the ill-starred Hunsford proposal is avoided - but before he could even begin to understand his luck, adverse circumstances hasten to conspire against him, and Fitzwilliam Darcy is compelled to follow the woman he loves to the far reaches of Cornwall, into a world of deceit and peril, where few - if any - are what they seem to be... Members Reviews: P&P On a Cornwall Adventure Timely advice, a trip into Cornwall, a rival, secret goings on, and unrequited love lead to a sweet romantic adventure in this Pride & Prejudice variation tale. I had a good time with this story from first to last. It engaged all my emotions it seemed. I was amused by a series of blunders and mishaps, saddened by the unrequited love and heartbreak moments, and sighed with pleasure over the romantic scenes. The hero, Darcy, really blunders and struggles in the beginning. He's so cocksure and arrogant. I enjoyed how the author showed his flaws and strengths and gave him some good growth moments. The heroine, Elizabeth, has her own personal epiphany, too. Seeing them work through so much really had me rooting for them. The rival part was an interesting development. I think how this played out involved my only niggle about the story. I enjoyed the bit of intrigue and adventure next to the romance part which suited the Cornwall setting where things are not what they seem. The big climax was built up to and worth it coming back to back with the turning point in the romance and other story threads. The denouement came down slowly which was good so things could be settled and understood. I was startled by a few of the minor characters' story lines, but not in a bad way. Elizabeth's little sister Lydia was a surprise. There is an interesting finish for her that I'm still not sure how I feel about it because it was a twist that I didn't see coming. I experienced The Falmouth Connection in the audio format. Stevie Zimmerman was a fantastic match for this story. She caught the tone, pace, and the characters so well. The dialogue between characters was particularly well done. All in all, this variation of a classic took things on a fun romantic suspense style adventure. I think those with some familiarity of Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice will get the most out of the story since it assumes the reader knows a bit of what came before the beginning of this story. I enjoy each new outing with the author's works and will definitely be going back for more. I would recommend this to sweet historical romance fans and/or those who enjoy classical story retellings. Two People, Perfectly Matched This flawless Pride and Prejudice variation spins a very different tale for our beloved Lizzy and Darcy! The day before Darcy makes his disastrous Hunsford proposal, he and Col Fitzwilliam visit the parsonage to find Lizzy has been summoned to Falmouth to meet a newly discovered great aunt. To Col Fitzwilliam's surprise, Darcy offers to convey Lizzy to join her family. Lizzy reluctantly agrees to travel with him, and Col Fitzwilliam joins them. Confronted by Col Fitzwilliam about his intentions, Darcy reveals his plan to propose.

The Leopard Prince Audiobook by Elizabeth Hoyt

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Elizabeth Hoyt) — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 00:39:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Leopard Prince Author: Elizabeth Hoyt Narrator: Moira Quirk Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 02-05-13 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 299 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: THE ONE THING A LADY MUST NEVER DO.... Wealthy Lady Georgina Maitland doesn't want a husband, though she could use a good steward to run her estates. One look at Harry Pye, and Georgina knows she's not just dealing with a servant, but a man. IS FALL IN LOVE.... Harry has known many aristocrats - including one particular nobleman who is his sworn enemy. But Harry has never met a beautiful lady so independent, uninhibited, and eager to be in his arms. WITH HER SERVANT. Still, it's impossible to conduct a discreet liaison when poisoned sheep, murdered villagers, and an enraged magistrate have the county in an uproar. The locals blame Harry for everything. Soon it's all Georgina can do to keep her head above water and Harry's out of the noose...without missing another night of love. Members Reviews: Amazing Read If you are interested in Historical fiction with romance then this is the book for you. Very seductive, as well as moving. This is definetly worth a credit. Moira's voice is such that you just want to listen, and it calms your senses. If you want to just sit by the pool and relax, or sit by the fire (depending on which hemisphere your in) then this book is must. ANOTHER CHARMING COMPLEX & COMPELLING LISTEN BY EH Book 2 of The Prince series and it's every bit as good as book 1 - well what else would you expect from the very talented mind of Ms Hoyt - and, although this is a trilogy, each book is a stand-alone book with the only connection being a nursery story about a Prince running through each one. If you're like me and love a good historical romance then just press the Add to Cart key now because this has so many thing we love - a likeable strong heroine that's no beauty except in the eyes of her hero, her flawed and mentally tortured Land Steward Harry and, like a moth to a flame, the Lady just can't stay away from him. A very emotional roller-coaster of a plot that's funny, sad, tender, passionate, sexy and sweet - yet it's also got cruelty, suspicion, tragedy and bitterness at the same time. Apart from their differences in the social divide dictated by Georgian England, Harry is also being framed for murder and Lady Georgina has a sister and three brothers who are all disapproving and giving her unwanted and unhelpful advice. Despite all the negatives in their lives they desperately try hard to have a loving relationship but holding on to it proves even harder as the villain of the story (there's always one isn't there!) tightens his net. Worth a credit? Yes absolutely, EH books usually are, but there is strong verbalisations of the sex scenes - so be warned. So Much Anger So Much Passion If you like sex you'll like this novel. A little too much slang for sexual organs for my taste - a bit crass but I loved the love story - it has real fight in it. You always wonder who the murderer is and you think you know and then you don't - really great swings to the story. The writer did not do a great job connecting the male character to the previous book's male lead character - she should have introduced and connected them earlier so we would understand why the heck this couple was important. best of the three As others have said, this is the best of the three books in this series (Raven Prince, Leopard Prince, Serpent Prince). You really don't need to read these in any order, as they don't connect much at all with each other.

Unmasked Heart Audiobook by Vanessa Riley

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Vanessa Riley) — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 23:32:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unmasked Heart Subtitle: Challenge of the Soul Book 1 Author: Vanessa Riley Narrator: Gwyn Olson Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 11-20-15 Publisher: Gallium Optronics Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Shy, nearsighted caregiver, Gaia Telfair always wondered why her father treated her a little differently from her siblings, but she never guessed she couldn't claim his love because of a family secret, her illicit birth. With everything she knows to be true evaporating before her spectacles, can the mulatto passing for white survive being exposed and shunned by a powerful duke who has taken an interest in her? Ex-warrior, William St. Landon, the Duke of Cheshire, will do anything to protect his mute daughter from his late wife's scandals. With a blackmailer at large, hiding in a small village near the cliffs of Devonshire seems the best option, particularly since he can gain help from the talented Miss Telfair, who has the ability to help children speak. If only he could do a better job at shielding his heart from the young lady, whose honest hazel eyes see through his jests as her tender lips challenge his desire to remain a single man. Members Reviews: Romance I'm not a big romance reader but this was very entertaining. It was funny, exciting and beautiful in its story a girls dilemma over what she really wanted in love. The author kept things exciting and the listener laughing, crying and yelling no! The reader was wonderful. Her voice adds to the characters as the run through their story. Good book

Three Weeks with Lady X Audiobook by Eloisa James

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Eloisa James) — Tue, 25 Mar 2014 18:06:33 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Three Weeks with Lady X Subtitle: Desperate Duchesses Author: Eloisa James Narrator: Susan Duerden Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 03-25-14 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 414 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: New York Times best seller Eloisa James's fabulous new novel! Having made a fortune, Thorn Dautry, the powerful bastard son of a duke, decides that he needs a wife. But to marry a lady, Thorn must acquire a gleaming, civilized facade, the specialty of Lady Xenobia India. Exquisite, headstrong, and independent, India vows to make Thorn marriageable in just three weeks. But neither Thorn nor India anticipate the forbidden passion that explodes between them. Thorn will stop at nothing to make India his. Failure is not an option. But there is only one thing that will make India his. The one thing Thorn can't afford to lose - his fierce and lawless heart. Members Reviews: Wonderful Setting: London and environs, 1799 Genre: romance Narration was great, because...Susan Duerden. Tobias "Thorn" Dautry, the bastard son of the Duke of Villiers, is looking for a wife. He's made his choice, Laetitia Rainsford, a beautiful well-born lady. Now he just needs to get his new country estate in order. Lady Xenobia India St. Clair is the one to do just that. At the recommendation of his step-mother, Thorn hires her to do her magic in decorating, staffing, and organizing Starberry Court. India, as she is known by family and friends, is smart, beautiful, and talented. Her talent for organization came out of a very disorganized childhood. She is the only child of a probably mad marquis and his wife, who were known for their flakiness. They forgot to pay bills, didn't keep a governess on an ongoing basis, and sometimes even forgot to feed their child. They died in a carriage accident when she was 15 years old, at which time India went to live with her godmother. We met Thorn in A Duke of Her Own when he was a 12 year old mudlark. He was rescued from that life when his father took him away and installed him in his own. Thorn played a relatively large part in that book, as the Duke of Villiers tracked down all of his offspring. As a bastard, he had no place in society, so he became a man of business, buying and fixing factories. He wants a lady of the nobility as a wife so his children will have more consequence than he has. This novel shows the growth of both characters over the course of the three weeks India is setting his household to rights, and through the house party to which his intended and her family have been invited. There are letters between the two that are quite amusing, as well as increasingly amorous face-to-face meetings. All of Thorn's plans are complicated by his gaining custody of the five year old daughter of his childhood friend Tom. While Thorn recognizes his friend in Rose, everyone else sees him in her gray eyes. So he has to keep Rose out of sight until he has Laetitia betrothed to him. This is a most wonderful novel. The main characters are three dimensional and substantial. Thorn is as strong in character as he is physically. India is independent with the strength born of hardship. Laetitia is timid and agreeable, but with a growing sense of self. Laetitia's mother, Lady Rainsford, is a bit shallow, but that is appropriate for her. The plot is believable and compelling. It draws emotion out of you through both action and dialog. This book is one I shall revisit in the future. Great listen This was a good listen from start to finish. I hop around from book to book but when I started this book I couldn't stop.

Rescued by a Highlander Audiobook by Keira Montclair

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Keira Montclair) — Thu, 30 Oct 2014 08:44:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rescued by a Highlander Subtitle: Clan Grant, Book 1 Author: Keira Montclair Narrator: Antony Ferguson Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 587 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Madeline MacDonald has been a victim of her stepbrother's cruelty ever since her parents' death in a fire two years ago. Forced into a betrothal to a man she hates, her only way out is to escape to a convent. Laird Alexander Grant is honor bound to rescue Maddie after seeing the bruises on her face. What he doesn't realize is that once he holds the beaten lass in his arms, his heart will never be the same. He vows revenge for the abuse she was forced to endure and yearns to make the sweet woman with an iron will his, but can he help her fight the demons in her mind left behind by her abusers' horrid treatment? Members Reviews: Respectful Handling of a Touching Story I love the Grant Clan and KM! She handled a story of abuse and PTSD with respect, humility, and mostly love. The average reader may find this story too rough, phyically and emotionally, especially if you look for escape reading. But if you want something that touches your mind, heart, and soul - this one's for you. Best Highlander Book This is one of the best Highlander series I have read in a while. It show the good and bad side of the era. The main herein seems weak but she's anything but she is so strong mentally and physically she give true meaning to steel magnolias . The hero seems like a brute but the more u get to know him the sweeter he is about those whom he loves plus it's the time period you have to remember . Worth money or credit enjoy!!!! Great narrator L.M.M Do not pass this one up Really enjoyed this story made more authentic by the narrator! Loved the character interactions and the plot twist later in the story! Loved the story but the narration is a bit poor The story is kind of like a Nora Roberts love story where it leads up to the plot with little romance in the beginning. I think the story would have been much better is the narrator didn't sound like he was having challenges speaking. He made the females sound stupid and whiney. Superb and entertaining! First time I've ever listened to books by Keira Montclair or narrator Antony Ferguson. The story line was very entertaining and the love scenes were very realistic without going overboard. I usually don't like male narrators, but Antony did a stand up job. I went back and purchases the next four books in the saga (there are eight total). And hope to be just as entertained. Not the usual love story where the woman hates the guy and she grows to love him. This was about a traumatized woman whom was abused and neglected and learns to trust with kindness, over time.

Wicked Intentions Audiobook by Elizabeth Hoyt

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Elizabeth Hoyt) — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 21:12:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wicked Intentions Author: Elizabeth Hoyt Narrator: Ashford McNab Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-10 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1046 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: From the New York Times best-selling author of To Desire a Devil comes this thrilling tale of danger, desire, and dark passions. A man controlled by his desires.... Infamous for his wild, sensual needs, Lazarus Huntington, Lord Caire, is searching for a savage killer in St. Giles, London's most notorious slum. Widowed Temperance Dews knows St. Giles like the back of her hand - she's spent a lifetime caring for its inhabitants at the foundling home her family established. Now that home is at risk.... Critic Reviews: "Bestseller Hoyt brings steamy sensuality...in this engaging series launch.... enhanced by earthy, richly detailed characterizations and deft historical touches." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: I don't understand the bad reviews. I enjoyed it! I don't understand all the bad reviews. I thought this was a good steamy romance. Most "romance" books these days seem to have very little plot with heavy emphasis on sex scenes. I'm not a prude and I mostly enjoy the adult content but I do like to have a good plot. This delivered on both for me. It had great characters, a good mystery and a HEA. Basically everything I expect in a good romance book. If you don't care for this genre or you don't like hot sex scenes then this one is not for you (probably the reason for some of the bad reviews). I thought the narration was good as well. This is set in London in the 1700's why shouldn't the narrator have an English accent? Again, I don't get the negative reviews but narration is a personal preference. This was a credit worthy listen for me. suspenseful! This audiobook grabbed me from the first. The plot is actually very interesting, especially if you like period novels. This one is set in London. It has the drama of "aristocracy meets working class," and in this case the woman is lovely, strong and hard working. The aristocrat of the story is a rather handsome, yet unloved/unlovable duke. If you've ever read a romance novel, you can imagine what happens. It's also a murder mystery with all the normal conflicts and plot twists. The dialogue is believable and the narrator is good. One caution, for those not interested in, um, "romantic" scenes. This audio book is full of "romance." They're done well and add to the thrill of the story, so to speak, but if you were to fast-forward through them you'd be left with a pretty quick story. Overall this audio book kept me on the treadmill a lot longer, helped with the housework, and was definitely entertaining, so it gets 5 stars. Loved it I couldn't stop listening to this book, I finished it in 2 days. Great story and great narrator ( and I am very picky about narrators!). One of the best this year! I really enjoyed the story and the characters. Elizabeth Hoyt is becomming one of my favorites. I can not wait for the next in this series. Also narrator was good, I have not listened to anything narrated by her before but I did like her voice:) As far as the book yes it has rather explicit love scenes (not untill 70% of the book though) but I like it, if you do not like that, this book is probably not for you. Great romance with a better mystery! Lazarus needs a guide, someone that the people in St. Giles to talk to him about the murder of his ex-mistress. He finds that guide in Temperance, a brave widow that runs a foundling home in St.

The Arrangement Audiobook by Mary Balogh

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Balogh) — Fri, 06 Sep 2013 05:38:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Arrangement Author: Mary Balogh Narrator: Rosalyn Landor Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 09-06-13 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 979 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: A mesmerizing story of passionate awakening and redemption, Mary Balogh's new novel unites a war hero consigned to darkness with a remarkable woman who finds her own salvation by showing him the light of love. Desperate to escape his mother's matchmaking, Vincent Hunt, Viscount Darleigh, flees to a remote country village. But even there, another marital trap is sprung. So when Miss Sophia Fry's intervention on his behalf finds her unceremoniously booted from her guardian's home, Vincent is compelled to act. He may have been blinded in battle, but he can see a solution to both their problems: marriage. At first, quiet, unassuming Sophia rejects Vincent's proposal. But when such a gloriously handsome man persuades her that he needs a wife of his own choosing as much as she needs protection from destitution, she agrees. Her alternative is too dreadful to contemplate. But how can an all-consuming fire burn from such a cold arrangement? As friendship and camaraderie lead to sweet seduction and erotic pleasure, dare they believe a bargain born of desperation might lead them both to a love destined to be? Members Reviews: Finally! A love based on substance and not looks The love story got built on solid grounds. Respect, devotion, caring and giving mingled with passion lead our H/H to fall in love and it was sweet. A feel good book. A nice story about a special relationship. If you are a sucker for a wounded hero, you'll like Vincent. This is the second in the series featuring members of the Survivors Club, a group of veterans of the Napoleonic wars. Vincent lost his sight in battle and longs to regain control of his life despite his blindness. He is terribly handsome, "beautiful" is how Sophia describes him. Sophia is the "poor relation" of a wealthy family who reside in Vincent's childhood village. She has taken on the persona of a "mouse". Neglected and ignored by a series of relatives, she finds it easier to blend in to the background. She finds solace and an outlet for her true witty personality and imagination through her satirical sketches. The author spends way too much time telling Sophia and us how unattractive she is. I understand the author's point that Sophia and Vincent were not aesthetically equal, but didn't need to be constantly reminded that she wasn't supermodel material. Vincent and Sophia meet and through of a series of events agree it would be beneficial if they married. This book tells the story of their relationship. It is a very sweet story that takes the time for the romance to develop and grow. Each provides the other with support and encouragement that allow them to overcome their obstacles. This is a lovely romance, period. There really is no drama, no relevant mystery and no single climax to the story that I can specifically remember. While I appreciate that the characters were more realistic and human than those of many romance novels, it would have been a little more interesting if a serious villain was thrown in for good measure. In place of that villain, just plain nasty relatives didn't keep things as interesting. In summary, if you want a warm and fuzzy romance, this is a genuinely heartwarming tale and worth the credit. If you like adventure and some "swashbuckling" you may find this a bit lacking. Rosalyn Landor is an outstanding narrator.

Potent Pleasures Audiobook by Eloisa James

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Eloisa James) — Wed, 10 Dec 2014 13:35:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Potent Pleasures Subtitle: The Pleasures Trilogy, Book 1 Author: Eloisa James Narrator: Susan Duerden Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 12-10-14 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 549 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Nothing is more seductive than temptation. Reckless desire sends Charlotte Daicheston into the garden with a dashing masked stranger. He's powerful and unforgettable, a devastatingly handsome footman who lures her - not against her will - into a grand indiscretion at a masquerade ball. Then he vanishes. Several years later, after Charlotte has made her dazzling debut in London society, they meet again. But the rogue is no footman. He's rich, titled, and he doesn't remember Charlotte. Worse, he's the subject of some scandalous gossip: Rumor has it that the earl's virility is in question. Charlotte, who knows all too intimately the power of his passion, is stunned by the gossip that has set society ablaze. At last, there can be a storybook ending... unless, of course, Charlotte's one mad indiscretion had not been with him at all. Members Reviews: Lacks Story Substance If I had to name the theme of this book it would be "lust". The story was about Charlotte, a Duke's daughter, who at 17 years of age had no interest in getting married. She was more interested in art than men. Charlotte was a good girl, always doing what was right, but one night her friend, smitten with a man that wants her to meet him at a ball, convinces Charlotte into going with her. Unknown to Charlotte and her friend the Ball was a Cyprian's Masquerade Ball, where gentlemen go to meet light-skirts. Her friend goes off with her love-interest and leaves Charlotte alone. Charlotte is led into an indiscretion by a man dressed as a coachman, and they fall in lust. This incident lays the foundation for the story that follows. Seven years later, when Charlotte has grown up and developed into a beautiful woman, they meet again. Susan Duerden draws step by step mental pictures all the way. Susan is a good performer, but her male voices whisper, which was a little distracting for me. She does children's voices extremely well. I listened to it from beginning to end, but will not listen to it again. If it was one-half the length, I would have liked it better, and would not feel I missed anything. A Mind "F" in the Best Possible Way What did you love best about Potent Pleasures? I loved how multidimensional the characters were. I hated them and loved them and I was way more emotionally involved with these characters than is healthy, I'm sure. What other book might you compare Potent Pleasures to and why? I felt it was very similar to Breathless by Anne Stuart and Beautiful Disaster by Jamie McGuire. All of these novels have kind of scary and (let's admit it) abusive heroes who make you want to punch them in the face but are written so well you're drawn back to them instantly after the slightest resolution. It's akin to being emotionally dragged into the abusive cycle yourself. It's very disturbing, as your rational mind is telling you the relationship is very, very wrong but your emotional side is rooting for the characters to end up together. So disturbing, but also immensely entertaining. Have you listened to any of Susan Duerdens other performances before? How does this one compare? Yes.

Sarah M. Eden British Isles Collection Audiobook by Sarah M. Eden

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sarah M. Eden) — Thu, 10 Aug 2017 00:44:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sarah M. Eden British Isles Collection Subtitle: Six Historical Romance Novellas Author: Sarah M. Eden Narrator: Mary Jane Wells, Karen Peakes, Karen Cass, Elizabeth Wiley Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 08-10-17 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: The SARAH M. EDEN BRITISH ISLES COLLECTION contains two brand new historical romance novellas A FRIEND INDEED and A HAPPY BEGINNING, as well as four hand-picked readers' and reviewers' favorites of Sarah's popular Timeless Romance Anthology novellas. Listeners will love this selection of six historical romance novellas set in the British Isles. Members Reviews: Loved it! Great Collection A Friend Indeed Sweet and swoony! I really enjoyed the story of George and Caroline. They have known each other since childhood and recently became engaged. Caroline is worried he is only doing it out of friendship and obligation, and George is determined to show her his real reason for wanting to get married. George really had some swoony moments; he just seems like such a nice guy. While it is a short story, it takes place over a few weeks and felt well developed and I was satisfied with the pace and how things wrapped up. Great read. A Happy Beginning Loved it! This was a great story with great characters. I probably will sound like a broken record when I review each story and end up saying the same thing, âI really enjoyed it!â Sophia works as a governess for a horrible family in Scotland. She feels alone since her position limits her interactions with the rest of the staff and family. She has grown fond of the head groom, Dermot, who is quiet and confident. This was just another nice escape, well written and engaging. Had all the great elements of a full-length novel wrapped up in a short story. Highly enjoyable. Road to Cavan Town I loved this! I was immediately drawn into this charming story. Alice is just lovely, just a really good person and easy to like. She is so patient and understanding of Issac, even though he has his mind set on courting another woman. Isaac was also likable, I was glad we got to hear his POV as well, it was fun to watch his eyes open and see what really mattered in his life. It really is a sweet story and even though it was short, it was full of fun characters, lovely romantic tension and a charming Irish town. A Christmas Promise This is such a charming story. I loved everything about it, the setting and characters and humor. Sean and Maeve have a sweet courtship, I loved her overprotective brothers and of course Rufus! Just a charming story. Dream of a Glorious Season Beth and Julian have been friends since childhood, sheâs had a crush on him for as long as she can remember, he still views her as a friend. He also happens to be âbetrothedâ to her older sister, or at least there is an expectation that they will make a match of it. Bethâs family does not treat her very well, but Julian is always there for her. I thought they had a great story, I liked seeing Julian realize his feelings run deeper than friendship. I also loved how he always stood up for her. Another fun story! A Lesson in Love, I originally read this when it was part of the European collection. It had been awhile though so it was fun to read it again. Lucy and Reed are a sweet, newlywed couple. You can tell they are in love from the beginning of the story, they just have different ideas of what their social life would be like once theyâre married. Reed is excited to spend time at home, not having to attend the Season.

Beguiling the Beauty Audiobook by Sherry Thomas

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sherry Thomas) — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 22:12:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Beguiling the Beauty Author: Sherry Thomas Narrator: Jenny Sterlin Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 12-07-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 118 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: When the Duke of Lexington meets the mysterious Baroness von Seidlitz-Hardenberg on a transatlantic liner, he is fascinated. Shes exactly what hes been searching for - a beautiful woman who interests and entices him. He falls hard and fast - and soon proposes marriage. And then she disappears without a trace. For in reality, the "baroness" is Venetia Easterbrook - a proper young widow who had her own vengeful reasons for instigating an affair with the duke. But the plan has backfired. Venetia has fallen in love with the man she despised - and theres no telling what might happen when she is finally unmasked. Members Reviews: Sherry Thomas is the best! Would you listen to Beguiling the Beauty again? Why? One of my favorite romance writers! Her characters are always three dimensional and her plots are riveting. You really like these people! This is the first in the Fitzhugh series. My favorite is the story of Hastings and Helena. Great book! loved it. Great situation, characters, and adventures. Wished it had been a bit longer...I'll go to the library for the other two. The characters are round. The story is great and t The romance is beautiful. There's harmony between the development of the characters and the "crescendo" of the story. These book is worthy to read (or listening). Different Story Would you listen to Beguiling the Beauty again? Why? Yes. It was refreshing Who was your favorite character and why? the heroine What about Jenny Sterlins performance did you like? Didn't notice it. So it was perfect Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? yes Any additional comments? I enjoyed this ooh imensly Well done Ms. Thomas, you have a new fan I enjoyed the story line in this book very much. The author Sherry Thomas takes us on an unexpected journey. How two people could dislike each other more and still end up together is a writing feat worthy of being shared. I thoroughly enjoyed the narrator too. Her ability to do different characters and not read to fast should be applauded. It's difficult in historical romance to change up the boy meets girl and falls in love plot line but Ms. Thomas did it wonderfully.

The Weaver Takes a Wife Audiobook by Sheri Cobb South

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sheri Cobb South) — Thu, 05 Feb 2015 21:02:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Weaver Takes a Wife Author: Sheri Cobb South Narrator: Noah Michael Levine Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 02-05-15 Publisher: Sheri Cobb South Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 80 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Haughty Lady Helen Radney is one of London's most beautiful women, and the daughter of a duke, but her sharp tongue has frightened away most of her suitors. When her father gambles away his fortune, the duke's only chance for recouping his losses lies in marrying off Lady Helen to any man wealthy enough to take a bride with nothing to recommend her but a lovely face and an 800-year-old pedigree. Enter Mr. Ethan Brundy: once an illegitimate workhouse orphan, now owner of a Lancashire textile mill and one of England's richest men. When he glimpses Lady Helen at Covent Garden Theatre, he is instantly smitten and vows to marry her. But this commonest of commoners will have his work cut out for him if he hopes to win the heart of his aristocratic bride. Members Reviews: Delightful! I thoroughly enjoyed this humorous, well-narrated book. I loved the hero's dry wit -- the heroine's sarcastic wit. I'm not going to say too much except it was very entertaining, because in my opinion the introduction to the story gave more information than this listener needed. The story flowed well, the characters were well defined. It's a light, feel-good book. The narrator was effectively chosen. I'm batting a thousand on my last three books, I couldn't be more pleased with my recent selections. I highly recommend "The Weaver Takes A Wife"! A True Classic I read this book when it was released years ago and I loved it. I'm so glad I revisited this one on audio. What a treat! This is such a wonderful memorable story that is filled with delightful characters. Lady Helen Radney is a mean spirited, rude and snobbish young woman and Mr Ethan Brundy is a generous, forgiving, patient, gentle, ordinary man. They make the most unlikely couple but ultimately the most ideal This story is endearing, sweet and surprisingly fun. The writing is superb and the narration is perfect. I highly recommend this for everyone who enjoys a clean classic story. My sincere thanks to the author, narrator or publisher for providing me this audio book in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. A wonderful treat I loved everything about this book -- except for the intro, which has spoilers in it. I recommend you skip straight to chapter one. Ironically, the true gentleman in the book is our hero, the "misbegotten" boy who went from rags to riches by the time he's 28. He's a wonderful man and, given that there's always a HEA in Regency romances, I don't think it's a spoiler to say that Helen eventually sees his true worth. I've already listened to this audio version twice, so I am truly grateful to AudiobookBoom for providing me with a free copy in exchange for an honest review. Oooh, I just want more! I can't even begin to describe how much I love this regency story and how captivating it was. Sheri Cobb South is my new favorite author in the historical fiction/regency genre! This is a story about a successful, wealthy and low-born weaver, Ethan Bundy, who falls deeply in love with the high-born Lady Helen who agrees to marry him. Not for love, but to save her father from his debts. Lady Helen is spoiled and obnoxious in the beginning, but she will grow on you and her character develops tremendously during the story. Mr.

The Taming of the Duke Audiobook by Eloisa James

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Eloisa James) — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:03:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Taming of the Duke Subtitle: Essex Sisters, Book 3 Author: Eloisa James Narrator: Susan Duerden Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 01-27-12 Publisher: HarperCollins Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 299 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Imogen, Lady Maitland, has decided to dance on the wild side. After all, she's in the delicious position of being able to take a lover: a discreet male who knows just when to leave in the morning. But Lady Maitland is still under the watchful eye of her former guardian, the wildly untamed Rafe, the Duke of Holbrook. He believes she is still in need of a "watchdog". She laughs at the idea that someone so insufferably lazy and devoted to drink can demand that she behave with propriety. It's Rafe's long-lost brother, a man who looks precisely like the duke but with none of his degenerate edge, who interests Imogen. To Imogen, he's the shadow duke... the man who really should hold the title. But when Imogen agrees to accompany Gabe to a masquerade - whose masked eyes watch her with that intense look of desire? Who exactly is she dancing with? The duke or the shadow duke? Rafe... or Gabe? Critic Reviews: "RITA Award-winning James' latest addition to her Essex sisters series is truly delectable. James' writing is graceful and witty, her plot delightfully clever, and her characterization - including the captivating Miss Gillian Pythian-Adams - is nothing less than brilliant." (Booklist "James's considerable talents for clever prose and tight, breezy plotting are on full display, promising a perennial delight in each coming adventure of the Essex sisters." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: read it first, then bought the audio Any additional comments? This is a great story. I love romances where the hero/ine is/are flawed. This is certainly the case in this one. Somehow you respect them more for being flawed than otherwise. The hijinks they get up to come across as pretty believable and at times very amusing. Erotic without being too graphic, tender without being mushy. Very engaging I have read two of the four books in the series and have loved them both. I especially like triumph over an addiction and anything related to Dukes so this book was particularly delicious to me. The topping to this cake is EJs passionate scenes. She has a gift for writing. A VERY entertaining book This hero deserved a better story. What did you like best about The Taming of the Duke? What did you like least? The hero - Rafe, is one of the best romance heroes of all time. Honestly. I think the description is very misleading - he isn't "wild and untamed" in the usual sense. Instead he is unkempt, depressed, drunk and going to seed, but in spite of all this, he is a genuine sweetheart, and if you dig flawed heroes, you should do yourself a favor and read this book (it helps if you read the two preceding ones, "Much Ado About You" and "Kiss Me Annabel," too, since this book starts in the middle of an ongoing story). What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting? The most interesting: Rafe and his problems. The least interesting: everything else about this book. The story was weak - I believe the author likes to include a lot of literary references, but in this case, I felt it really weakened the story. The heroine was okay, but the fundamental love story is weak here and I didn't buy any of it.

Devil's Embrace Audiobook by Catherine Coulter

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Catherine Coulter) — Tue, 12 Apr 2016 20:60:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Devil's Embrace Author: Catherine Coulter Narrator: Anne Flosnik Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 04-12-16 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 52 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: The #1 New York Times bestselling author's first historical romance. Kidnapped and taken to the beautiful city of Genoa, Cassie Brougham finds love in the arms of her captor, while she is betrothed to another man. Members Reviews: good I loved the whole story. However, I find the speakers rendition of the women's voices to be very whiny and snotty sounding, which takes quite a bit out of my enthusiasm for listening. Most disturbing romance I've ever read Couldn't finish this really screwed up "romance." Usually I like the plot line of resistance and then resignation and then love, with some serious physical chemistry along the way, but this story too easily glossed over rape, near-pedophilia, and physical abuse. I couldn't, in good conscience, finish it. The protagonist is a victim with Stockholm Syndrome; she resists the love interest for approximately a chapter before being reminded he was nice to her once a year ago, and he'd already ruined her eighteenth-century virtue, so it was fine to stop resisting and start the long, tedious, fall into weird love with a guy who professed to have developed interest in her because she looked like her mother who he had been in love with before her death. Not to mention, the love scenes aren't even that good!!! Forgot to mention that the reader sounds like she's about 60. Her performance is fine, from a technical perspective, but I really struggled to believe it. Stockholm syndrome Beware. This book has several very descriptive rape scenes and is not a romantic story. Disappointing I am a big fan of Ms Coulters historical romances. The Devil's Embrace was a disappointing story for me. I do not like "bad guy wins" novels of any kind. Sorry, Catherine. Sounds like Mary Poppins Reading Erotica Sounds like Mary Poppins reading erotica. *face palm* I love Catherine but can't enjoy the story due to the narrator sucking all sexy out of the characters.

Hope Springs Audiobook by Sarah M. Eden

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sarah M. Eden) — Fri, 10 Jun 2016 23:58:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hope Springs Subtitle: Longing for Home, Vol. 2 Author: Sarah M. Eden Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 06-10-16 Publisher: Shadow Mountain Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 103 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Katie Macauley gave up her lifelong dream of returning to Ireland in order to make a home for herself in Hope Springs, Wyoming, but her future has never been so uncertain. Katie's heart still remains sharply divided between playful Tavish and steady Joseph, though she feels ill prepared to make a decision. Furthermore, the town is more divided than ever, with both the Irish and the Reds stealing property, burning buildings, and endangering lives. In the midst of the growing unrest, temperatures drop quickly - too quickly - and Irish nightmares of famine and cold resurface as the little Wyoming town struggles to beat the harsh winter. Katie makes one sacrifice after another to keep the peace and help see her loved ones through the difficult days ahead, but will her efforts be enough? Can the town make amends before their hatred consumes them all? And will Katie find the love she has been searching for as well as a home to call her own? Members Reviews: Wonderful Finish! After reading Part 1, I thought the first book needed some questions answered. This could have been a frustrating trilogy. But Sarah Eden wrapped it up in two very good books rather than one decent trilogy. Story tugged at my heart but the finale fell short Enjoyed the journey of the 2 books until the conclusion. It felt like the author was tired and just wanted the story to end - so tied the drama up into a neat package and said good night. Disappointing after the emotional investment. Cassandra Campbell performance never disappoints. Reluctantly finished. I enjoyed the story but felt it dragged on and on. I would have been happy with a condensed version. Even though the ending was predictable, I finished every word to the end and she'd a few tears. So good Story was amazing and narrator was perfect. Swept me in from beginning to end . This is book 2. Longing for Home was equally good. Perfect ending to a beautiful and complex story Completely satisfied with how all the threads were ended. Nothing was left unresolved or solved too simply. Great story.

Secrets She Kept Audiobook by Cathy Gohlke

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Cathy Gohlke) — Fri, 11 Sep 2015 19:32:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Secrets She Kept Author: Cathy Gohlke Narrator: Morgan Hallett, Suzy Jackson Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 09-11-15 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 372 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: All her life, Hannah Sterling longed for a close relationship with her estranged mother. Following Lieselotte's death, Hannah determines to unlock the secrets of her mother's mysterious past and is shocked to discover a grandfather living in Germany. Thirty years earlier, Lieselotte's father is quickly ascending the ranks of the Nazi party, and a proper marriage for his daughter could help advance his career. Lieselotte is in love - but her beloved Lukas is far from an ideal match, as he secretly works against the Reich. Yet Lieselotte never imagined how far her father would go to ensure her cooperation. Both Hannah's and Lieselotte's stories unfold as Hannah travels to Germany to meet her grandfather, who is hiding wartime secrets of his own. Longing for connection yet shaken by all she uncovers, Hannah must decide if she can atone for her family's tragic past and how their legacy will shape her future. Members Reviews: What happened the last 28 minutes??? Really loved this audiobook, that is, until the very last chapter when the author got super preachy, and started talking about the power of God and forgiveness. WHY? It certainly did not add anything to the story. Up to the end, I was so into listening, and saw this story as a unique perspective on World War I. As for the telling of it, both performers did a phenomenal job of bringing their characters to life. Would probably recommend, but would also forewarn listeners about the author suddenly throwing in the religious aspect. Couldn't put it down My duties at work and home were "placed on the back burner" while I finished this story. I would recommend it highly. Treasured This will be one of my treasured books I've ever listened too....was hoping to listen to another one of her books but I guess it's not out on audible yet...anxious awaiting!!! Amazing WWII Historical Fiction! Must Read What was one of the most memorable moments of Secrets She Kept? The whole telling of being in the concentration camps left me in awe and shock. I was teary eyed more than a few times. I also loved the angle of this book. Historical fiction, mainly WWII, is a favorite genre of mine. I have never read/listened to a book that focused on a daughter of a high ranking Nazi member. It was a different point of view that I was definitely entrenched by. What does Morgan Hallett and Suzy Jackson bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? I loved Lieselotta's voice. The narration was perfect. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? Stolen Lives Any additional comments? I do agree that it was very odd at the end how religious the book became, definitely should cut that out. Compelling story. I loved the story line and especially loved how they the author incorporated the Corrie Ten Boone story some what.

Your Wicked Ways Audiobook by Eloisa James

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Eloisa James) — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 15:24:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Your Wicked Ways Author: Eloisa James Narrator: Justine Eyre Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 04-03-12 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 160 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Helene, the Countess Godwin, knows there is nothing more unbearably tedious than a virtuous woman. After all, she's been one for ten long years while her scoundrel of a husband lives with strumpets and causes scandal after scandal. So she decides it's time for a change - she styles her hair in the newest, daring mode, puts on a shockingly transparent gown, and goes to a ball like Cinderella, hoping to find a prince charming to sweep her off her feet...a nd into his bed. But instead of a prince, she finds only her own volatile, infuriatingly handsome... husband, Rees, the Earl Godwin. They'd eloped to Gretna Green in a fiery passion, but passion can sometimes burn too hot to last. But now, Rees makes her a brazen offer, and Helene decides to become his wife again... but not in name only. No, this time she decides to be very, very wicked indeed. Members Reviews: Wicked Story What did you love best about Your Wicked Ways? I loved the relationship between the friends - like an Victorian era What did you like best about this story? I liked the fact that right until the very end, you are not sure whether you like the What does Justine Eyre bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? She just has a great take on the characters, and does them all so well. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I would laugh, and then wanted to smack Rees, every other chapter. ( Get the book, you'll see what I mean) Any additional comments? I loved this book, well worth the credit. Not Ms.James best book What would have made Your Wicked Ways better? Better characters that weren't so vapid and dull. Has Your Wicked Ways turned you off from other books in this genre? No What does Justine Eyre bring to the story that you wouldn???t experience if you just read the book? Justine Eyre did the best she could with a dislikable story. What character would you cut from Your Wicked Ways? All and start over. Any additional comments? I love Eloisa James books but this one was a real stinker. The characters are unlikeable and stupid. I kept waiting for the story to get better but half way though it was apparent it wasn't. I had to quit, the characters were so dull and uninteresting. The female character was stupid and made decisions no real woman would ever make, at least no self respecting woman. The male character was unlike able and boring. Not my favorite The ending was the best for me. I did not like the concept of the cheating spouses and the vicar marrying the brother mistress not my type of love story but I did make it through just fast forward the brothers parts Boring and confused! Totally weak story . The story line went everywhere instead of the two main characters.the voice left the characters boring . I had a hard time following it . I truly would not suggest this book to anyone ! Worth it Not my favorite in the series but well worth listening to. Eloisa James is one of my favorite authors and I love getting more depth to characters. I love the changes the character goes through throughout the series and her transformation in her book is great even if the drive behind it is to me, a bit sad.

The Gripping Hand Audiobook by Jerry Pournelle, Larry Niven

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jerry Pournelle) — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 23:12:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Gripping Hand Author: Jerry Pournelle, Larry Niven Narrator: L. J. Ganser Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 11-20-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1240 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Robert Heinlein called it "possibly the finest science fiction novel I have ever read". The San Francisco Chronicle declared that "as science fiction, The Mote in God's Eye is one of the most important novels ever published". Now Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle, award-winning authors of such best sellers as Footfall and The Legacy of Heorot, return us to the Mote, and to the universe of Kevin Renner and Horace Bury, of Rod Blaine and Sally Fowler. There, 25 years have passed since humanity quarantined the mysterious aliens known as Moties within the confines of their own solar system. They have spent a quarter century analyzing and agonizing over the deadly threat posed by the only aliens mankind has ever encountered - a race divided into distinct biological forms, each serving a different function: Master, Mediator, Engineer, Warrior. Each supremely adapted to its task, yet doomed by millions of years of evolution to an inescapable fate. For the Moties must breed - or die. And now the fragile wall separating them and the galaxy beyond is beginning to crumble. Members Reviews: Just not as good as the first This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? I don't know who would enjoy this book after the first one. It was a fairly miserable sequel. Would you ever listen to anything by Jerry Pournelle and Larry Niven again? Probably not. What aspect of L. J. Gansers performance would you have changed? The performance wasn't that bad, the story was the problem. You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? Not really. Too silly on an ending, the characters got weak. Any additional comments? I wish I'd liked it. Sequel to "The Mote in God's Eye" "The Mote in God's Eye" is one of my all-time favorite science fiction novels. When it appeared it took a truly novel, very anthropological approach to the subject of aliens, and it managed to make the Moties some of the most interesting aliens in the world of science fiction. This sequel picks up the story several decades after the original and spends the first half of the book reintroducing characters, reprising the plot line of the first book, and introducing a few new players (most of them descendents of people in the original). This reintroduction is long, tedious for someone who has read the original, and probably confusing for someone who hasn't. The second half picks up the pace because the Moties are back in the picture, and Pournelle and Niven do a great job of extrapolating the effects that contact with humans would have had on the Motie civilization. In summary, you definitely have to read the first book before you read this one, at which point you should fast forward through the first half of Gripping Hand as fast as your audio player will allow -- or get the WhisperSync version and skim to the middle and THEN listen. Ganser's narration is solid, but not worth the hours of listening required to get to the good stuff. I was wrong all these years I have never finished this novel despite The Mote in God's Eye being my favorite novel. I don't know if it was my extremely high expectations or I was just judging it too harshly.

Wildfire in His Arms Audiobook by Johanna Lindsey

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Johanna Lindsey) — Tue, 16 Jun 2015 08:27:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wildfire in His Arms Author: Johanna Lindsey Narrator: Tad Branson Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 06-16-15 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 280 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Number-one New York Times best-selling author Johanna Lindsey's passionate new tale about a gunfighter running from his past who finds his future when he escorts a beautiful outlaw to her hanging. Featuring one of Lindsey's most intriguing heroes: the dangerous and mysterious Degan Grant from One Heart to Win. With his work in Montana completed now that the Callahan-Warren feud has ended in marriage rather than bloodshed, Degan Grant sets out for California because it is far away from the home he wants to forget - until the US Marshal who saved his life calls in a favor. All Degan has to do is apprehend three outlaws on the marshal's list and turn them over to the law. Easy enough, he figures, for a man no one wants to tangle with. But then a bold young woman crosses his path. Maxine grew up so pretty and attracted so much unwanted attention in her Texas hometown that events spiraled out of control. She will try anything to escape the handsome, enigmatic gunfighter who intends to turn her over to a corrupt sheriff who will hang her instead of putting her on trial. Saddled with a sassy, spirited young woman who insists she is innocent, Degan must hunt down a vicious killer and keep an old enemy at bay. But forced into intimate proximity with his beguiling prisoner, he finds his desire sparking into a wildfire of passion, and he can no longer deny that it is time for them to risk confronting their pasts so he can have a chance at a future with her in his arms forever. Members Reviews: Wild West at its best It amazes me that Johanna Lindsey has written so many books that I have enjoyed. Don't get me wrong there have been a few duds, but on the whole she is an awesome historical romance author! This book was an easy good trip back in time. If books had ratings like movies, this book would be rated PG-13, for sexual situations. Wonderful! Great story. Reminiscent of "Gentle Rogue." Tad Branson is an amazing narrator! His voice has the perfect touch of humor, danger, and story-telling. Yee-Haw!! I loved this book. It had a fabulous story line with everything I love in a book. There was adventure, drama, comedy, love, and the best parts, an ornery heroine and sexy alpha hero. The only reason I didn't give Tad a 5 for the narration was that a few of his voices were a "tad" hard to tell apart. (hee-hee!) Overall a great listen! Another hit! Another great book! I can"t wait for the next book by this author! She knows romance. Well Narrated Unique Entertainment! Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? A resounding YES! It has all the ingredients that make a good book; humor, intrigue, romance. I've enjoyed reading several of Ms. Lindsey's books over the years but this one is unique. It's different from her other books I've read in that it's the first western historical romance in my memory. It's quite a long book, but I was so engrossed I listened to it in one sitting. Who was your favorite character and why? Maxine (Max) is wanted for murder and bank robbery in Texas of which she proclaims her innocence. She knows she will not get a fair trial because the man they say she killed owns the town where she lived. He owns the Sheriff and Judge and she believes she would be hung without being given a trial. So she runs, giving herself a new identity; that of a young man. There is $1,000 reward for her/his capture.

The Duke's Holiday Audiobook by Maggie Fenton

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Maggie Fenton) — Tue, 07 Apr 2015 19:38:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Duke's Holiday Subtitle: The Regency Romp Trilogy, Book 1 Author: Maggie Fenton Narrator: Sue Pitkin Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 04-07-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1037 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: The cold, precise Duke of Montford demands things his way: neatly ordered, in place, and adhering closely to the rules. So he is furious when he learns that the tenant of his ducal estate has been dead for a year, and a stranger has been running the Honeywell business - which, by contract, is now Montford's. When he arrives in Yorkshire to investigate, he discovers that the estate is being run by an unruly, tomboyish woman - and a bluestocking at that! Fiery redhead Astrid Honeywell is independent and educated. She's been handling the Honeywell family business for years. And she's not about to relinquish it to anyone - not even Montford - because of some archaic contract. Montford and Astrid have an instant hatred for one another...and an undeniable, unspeakable attraction. They must resist this improper desire - after all, Montford has a fiancée in London. But when Astrid's life is placed in terrible danger, Montford finds he may be willing to risk everything to save her. Members Reviews: Quirky Regency Romp I needed a book long enough to listen to while recovering from bronchitis and I I found this one on sale for $5.24 and thought I'd take a chance. Wow, I hit the jackpot with this book because it is a delightful romp. From beginning to the end this fun story kept me entertained with characters that are enchanting, quirky, and silly. It literally helped me feel better! Get this one before the sale ends. It's definitely worth more than the price! An awesome little diamond in the rough! Would you listen to The Duke's Holiday again? Why? Yes, I would! I got this when it was on sale thanks to a reviewer I follow. I'm glad I did! I found it was an adorable light read. Not realistic in the slightest. So if your looking for a realistic accurate fictional Victorian romance you may want to go elsewhere. But if you want a cute, funny, light read then you'll enjoy this. Who was your favorite character and why? I adored Montford (jeez do I hate that name & I actually like his real ones, go figure). Perhaps its because I'm a slight perfectionist and could relate, but I found the fact that Montford had OCD genius! Even if he was a little too egotistical at times, I think he is one of my favorite Heroes thanks to his quirkiness. At the very least he was memorable. And that may just be me relating to the H on some weird level, but I think his feeling like he was slowly going mad quite entertaining. I'm pretty sure that makes me a little crazy O.o' Oh, well! Crazy seems good to me, if it let's me enjoy this sweet story! Which scene was your favorite? That drunken race around town was hilarious. But the best part was the "reward" at the end of the race. Let's just say it doesn't turn out the way you think it will.... Any additional comments? I'm not sure why but I see this story playing in my head like some type of hybrid Victorian Manga/ Anime (that's like a comic/ cartoon but it can be a little more mature and refined). It would actually make a really good manga/ anime, now that I think about it, all-be-it an English style one IMHO. Please don't bash me if you actually know what I'm talking about, and don't agree. I already told you I was crazy! OK, all that aside this was a really great sale buy! But even the regular member price is pretty good.

The Heiress of Winterwood Audiobook by Sarah Ladd

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sarah Ladd) — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 23:02:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Heiress of Winterwood Author: Sarah Ladd Narrator: Jackie Schlicher Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-13 Publisher: Thomas Nelson Publishers Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 157 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Amelias detailed plans would normally see her through any trial, but now, desperate and shaken, shes forced to examine her soul and face her one weakness: pride. Grahams strength and self-control have served him well and earned him much respect, but chasing perfection has kept him a prisoner of his own discipline. And away from the family he has sworn to love and protect. Both must learn to have faith and relinquish control so they can embrace the future ahead of them. Critic Reviews: My kind of book! [It] grabbed my attention from the first lines and I eagerly returned to its pages. (Julie Klassen, best-selling, award-winning author) Members Reviews: Kind of bummed out I couldn't listen to the narrator - I only got to 17:22 when I ran out of patience. The narrator is much to sing-song especially with the male voices. I'd rather read this than listen to this version. Great Story, poor recording. Would you listen to The Heiress of Winterwood again? Why? I loved this story. I wish the recording would have been done by a British actress since the story is set in England. Pretty Good I really enjoyed this story but I believe the narrator was mismatched to it. The narrator has a very good voice, and I think she would sound great in something like a documentary. Good story, HORRIBLE narrator. Would you be willing to try another one of Jackie Schlichers performances? NO, NO, NO. First of all, the story is set in England so an English accent should have been used. Secondly, there is some kind noise in the background like crinkling paper or turning pages AND smacking/swallowing almost the entire time. I usually had to keep the bluetooth almost completely out of my ear just to be able to tolerate this mess. Thirdly, there is hardly any distinction at all between different people talking. Any additional comments? Story was good, liked the mystery, but the narration ruined it and I stayed annoyed most of the time and didn't enjoy the book hardly at all. I will listen to another book by this author only if the narrator is different. It lost me... At first, I felt really drawn into this book. It was off to a great start. The second half lost me. I did something I've never done before which was to "skim" through the audio recording just to wrap it up! The first half of the book there seemed to be so much potential for an in-depth relationship to develop between the main characters. Instead, the second half of the book was spent dealing with a kidnapping. I was just bored to tears. Sorry. I really have no interest in reading a sequel.

My American Duchess Audiobook by Eloisa James

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Eloisa James) — Tue, 26 Jan 2016 00:26:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My American Duchess Author: Eloisa James Narrator: Kate Reading Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 01-26-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 580 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: The arrogant Duke of Trent intends to marry a well-bred Englishwoman. The last woman he would ever consider marrying is the adventuresome Merry Pelford - an American heiress who has infamously jilted two fiancés. But after one provocative encounter with the captivating Merry, Trent desires her more than any woman he has ever met. He is determined to have her as his wife, no matter what it takes. And Trent is a man who always gets what he wants. The problem is Merry is already betrothed, and the former runaway bride has vowed to make it all the way to the altar. As honor clashes with irresistible passion, Trent realizes the stakes are higher than anyone could have imagined. In his battle to save Merry and win her heart, one thing becomes clear: All is fair in love and war. Members Reviews: A bit like a dull cocktail party This was definitely not my favorite Eloisa James book. I almost stopped listening during the first couple hours which felt to me like a very boring cocktail party where you want to leave but have to wait for your ride home! It picked up a bit but never really got that interesting. Frankly, it was predictable, slow, and the characters just didn't appeal to me. Kate Reading did her usual find job of narrating but even that can only hold my interest for so long in the absence of a good plot. Bravo! Another sexy funny romance from James, brought to life in Reading's incomparable narration. These two just get better and better. I highly recommend this for regency/historical romance lovers. Imaginative story, amazing performance. You won't be sorry you tried this one! Meh I've read several EJ books and this was my least favorite. I agree with others that this book suffered from the change in narrator. While the narrator was very good with the male voices, I hated her portrayal of the main character. She sounded ditzy and every time she said "oh, spit" I wanted to punch her. Beyond that, the story itself was just okay. I listened all the way through but stopped caring after the wedding. Before that, I was intrigued as to what would happen next, but it slowed way down after. Love , Love Eloisa James After two broken betrothals Miss Merry Pelford, an American Heiress has come abroad with her aunt and uncle as a last chance to marry Merry off to an English gentleman. Lord Cedric Allardyce the younger brother of a duke has quickly zeroed in on Merry and after a short -one month - courtship promptly proposed at a ball then disappeared to the card room. Merry needed air and pulled herself out to a balcony to reassess what had just happened - she was now betrothed. Before too long a gentleman came bursting out to the balcony, clearly upset and hadnt noticed Merry standing alone in the shadows. Naturally, Merry being American and not your normal gently bred unassuming London debutante, tapped him on the shoulder to discover if there were anything she might do to help. Aghast that a woman would just simply approach him the Duke of Trent was anything but friendly, but alas Merry was not impeded by his brusque mood. After many minutes of discussion with this unusually intelligent and attractive woman, Trent who never smiled had quite enjoyed their discussion and certain he must be introduced officially to her.

Secret Diaries of Miss Miranda Cheever Audiobook by Julia Quinn

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Julia Quinn) — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 10:14:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Secret Diaries of Miss Miranda Cheever Author: Julia Quinn Narrator: Jenny Sterlin Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 03-04-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 485 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Miranda Cheever has been blessed with many things, but great beauty is not among them. Still, when she meets Viscount Tuner, she knows she is meant for him. As the years go by, fate is as kind to Miranda as it is harsh on the Viscount. He's skeptical about love with good reason - but he may be falling for Miranda. Members Reviews: Light and fun romance. Audible doesnt tell but this is the first of the series. The remaining order is 2. What happens in London 3. Ten things I love about you. A great regency story, being a modern woman I sometimes want to slap the characters for there actions, but remembering the time and place makes me realize how little choices woman have. Simple romance that had me grinning a few times and I will read the remaining two. I love READING this book! I think it loses something in the audiobook (don't know if it's the narration, or it needs to be abridged or what) but this is one of my favorite Julia Quinn books. Will I listen to again? Probably...I love Julia Quinn's humor and her characters. Dear Diary, Men are Dumb! Where does Secret Diaries of Miss Miranda Cheever rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? Top 15. It's a great story of long time love, loss, and discovery. Throw in that Julia Quinn character banter. What did you like best about this story? The way the main characters develop, it seemed like a natural progression without a rushed ending. Which scene was your favorite? The book shop. Miranda is an avid reader, and wants to purchase a book that is sold only in a man's bookshop. Well Miranda doesn't care, and she wants the book, and then the fun begins. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Absolutley Any additional comments? Follow this up with " what happens in london and "10 things I love about you" and re visit these great Julia Quinn characters. Funny Book I know this is a romance. But this story has so many funny moments, I seem to be laughing my head silly that I think people thought I was losing my head while I was listening to this book. It's a bit drawn out but it's a good listen/read. Can't wait for the next one! I thought this book was great! For once, the leading lady was not the perfect picture, but a real person that I could relate to. Turner was angry, but it was never depressing for me. It was interesting to see his process through this. The author explored the depth of both characters feelings and personalities and I came to like them both very much. I am a huge fan of the Bridgerton series, and I thought this was a unique and satisfying expression of her genre. This is my first one outside of that series and I can't wait for the next one!

The Tutor's Daughter Audiobook by Julie Klassen

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Julie Klassen) — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 20:06:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Tutor's Daughter Author: Julie Klassen Narrator: Elizabeth Jasicki Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 02-17-13 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 391 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: RITA finalist and Christy Award winner Julie Klassen draws high marks from fans for her meticulous attention to detail in her inspirational historical romances. With The Tutors Daughter, Klassen sweeps listeners away to the blustery Cornwall coast, where Emma Smallwood and her widowed father take up residence with a baronet and his four sons. As Emma begins teaching the two youngest boys, she becomes plagued by mysterious events. Vowing to solve this mystery, she also finds her heart stirring with feelings for one of the elder brothers. Members Reviews: Fabulous narration for Jane Austenesque story I started reading this as a Net Galley advance copy but I had listened to all of Julie's other books on audible.com downloads. So, frankly, I had been spoiled. As soon as I discovered the download was available I purchased it and began listening. The narrator couldn't be any more perfect for this book, which really enhanced my reading pleasure. Julie and Jane lovers will not be disappointed!!! Worth the wait! I don't care for mysteries, however... I didn't realize this was a mystery-I bought it because I enjoyed "The Apothecary's Daughter" written by the same author and narrated by the same person. I'm picky about narrators and this is the first one who sounds American but does English accents really well. Maybe she is British; either way she has a good mix of characters and I really appreciate her interpretation and is the only reason I stuck with it. I think Emma is a little naïve considering her age and everything is wrapped up in a pretty little bow towards the end-I would have liked more story about the family and how they resolved their issues. If you have read and liked this duo before, you will probably love this book, if you like mysteries, you probably will too. I don't know if I'll listen to it again, but it helped pass the time while I cleaned my house and ran errands. Excellent! Another fabulous book by Klassen! Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes, well written and performed. Any additional comments? Another excellent rendering by Julie Klassen and Elizabeth Jasicki! This is my third one so far and I have really enjoyed them and am so glad I discovered them! Just enough mystery to be exciting! And I'm thinking it's such a shame that today's society is in such a hurry - so much of a rush for everything from conversation to love that all is lost in text messages, faxes, speed dating, internet dating, sex before marriage, "trial" marriages, etc. If one always chooses to put the cart in front of the horse, which direction will you go? Backward is my observation. We live in a "progressive" society?! Thoroughly enjoying these adventures in past days and times. :-) Very enjoyable read without vulgarity. Pleasantly read with an interesting, but not always predictable storyliine. Would definitely recommend to a friend! Wonderful! This is the third book by Julie Klassen that I have read--one right after another! I understand that her books are classified under the genre of Christian Romance, but I don't believe that phrase does her work justice. There certainly is romance in Klassen's novels, as well as a heroine who strives to emulate Christ's love and compassion for others in the choices she makes. Klassen's books, however, are so much more than that.

Sourdough Creek Audiobook by Caroline Fyffe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Caroline Fyffe) — Fri, 19 Jun 2015 15:30:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sourdough Creek Author: Caroline Fyffe Narrator: Luke Andreen Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 06-19-15 Publisher: Caroline Fyffe Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 144 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Cassie Angel is used to taking care of herself. With a spirit of adventure, and a need to stay out of harm's way, she departs a dying Nevada town for the golden opportunities that await in California - along with a new life. When charming Sam Ridgeway shows up, claiming to know her uncle, and offers her protection in her travels, she has no idea there is an ulterior motive involved. Members Reviews: Sourdough Creek Sourdough Creek is a wonderfully written historical fiction adventure. It is an action packed adventure that is set during the Gold Fever. Caroline, writes very real characters that will hook you from the very first page. Sam is a flawed hero. He is a gentleman cowboy who starts proving his character right from the Start when he saves Cassie from a beating that she is receiving from a neighbour because of her Uncle Avrid's thieving. Cassie is a brave, hard working and stubborn woman who I wanted to throttle for most of the book. We have all known women like Cassie. She wants love so badly that she excuses bad behaviour from her uncle in the name of family. Although she has seen first-hand, first with her father and then with her Uncle Avrid that not all men treat women with kindness and respect, she doesn't seem to give Sam credit for the kindness and respect that he showered on her, her sister and their pet cat from their first meeting. I enjoyed watching the blinders finally fall off after God sent her a very powerful sign. Ashes is the brave cat that does seem to have nine lives Uncle Arvid is a real piece of work. He is a thieving, abusive layabout that wouldn't lift a finger or spend a penny to help his nieces but expected them to slave for his benefit. I am looking forward to a sequel even if it is years away because these characters had me from the first page. Luke is an amazing narrator. He really brought the characters to life! Loved it! I liked this a lot. It's clean, family friendly and interesting. I liked Sam taking care of Cassie and her sister. Loved it! Loved it! Especially the end when the characters are still talking!! Can't wait to hear more!! Great one! This is a great story. It was filled with adventure and love. The Narriator did a great job. loved it! I am new to this author and enjoyed the storyline. I look forward to searching the rest of her book. I will recommend this author to everyone..

A Week to Be Wicked Audiobook by Tessa Dare

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tessa Dare) — Tue, 17 Dec 2013 11:10:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Week to Be Wicked Subtitle: Spindle Cove, Book 2 Author: Tessa Dare Narrator: Carolyn Morris Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 12-17-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 261 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: When a devilish lord and a bluestocking set off on the road to ruin...time is not on their side. Minerva Highwood, one of Spindle Cove's confirmed spinsters, needs to be in Scotland. Colin Sandhurst, Lord Payne, a rake of the first order, needs to be...anywhere but Spindle Cove. These unlikely partners have one week: to fake an elopement to convince family and friends they're in love to outrun armed robbers to survive their worst nightmares to travel four hundred miles without killing each other. All while sharing a very small carriage by day and an even smaller bed by night. What they don't have time for is their growing attraction. Much less wild passion. And heaven forbid they spend precious hours baring their hearts and souls. Suddenly one week seems like exactly enough time to find a world of trouble. And maybejust maybeeverlasting love. Members Reviews: Humorous, Romantic, Delightful I admit that I too fell in love with Lord Colin Payne and the story of his escapades with the bookish Minerva Highwood, who seems likely to become one of Spindle Cove's future spinsters. Minerva talks Lord Payne into escorting her in a fake elopement to Scotland, where she hopes to present her paper on fossils at the Geological Society in Edinburgh. Before he agrees, Colin sets several conditions on his participation, all of which Minerva knows are certain "ruin" her socially. But she is willing to sacrifice all to further her academic career. The journey becomes a comedy of errors of sorts where Colin's knack for storytelling creates unexpected surprises and brings Minerva out of her shell in astonishing ways. Minerva learns about his tragic past and brings Colin out of his "shell" as she comes to understand his secrets and what he needs to get beyond them. Lots of laughs as well as a sexy and touching romance. Funny, sweet, sexy - sums up both Colin & the book I generally don't like "road" books, but I'll make an exception for this one. Colin and Minerva are a delightful couple, and Colin is one of the funniest heroes since Lisa Kleypas's Leo in Married By Morning. This variation on the rake-meets-bluestocking-spinster is hilarious, touching, and hot, and Carolyn Morris's narration is excellent. I AM ABSOLUTELY IN LOVE WITH COLIN PAYNE!! Any additional comments? This book was very enjoyable. I laughed through the entire thing....(fell in love with Colin)! It has just the right about of steamy love and light laughs! Worth the time and credit. So fun! Excellent story I've listen to this story three times. Every time something new appears. Lots of laughs, great affection, and of course great love scenes. Great ending. Best of the series Great listen Charmingly sexy. Minerva made me laugh Where does A Week to Be Wicked rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? A very high 9 What other book might you compare A Week to Be Wicked to and why? Good questions. Can't compare the storyline really. Have you listened to any of Carolyn Morriss other performances before? How does this one compare? I like her. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? No spoilers lol but Minerva's sacrifices Any additional comments? I loved this book.. usually second parts of a series are boring but this one was funny charming and kept me wondering what next.

Not Quite a Lady Audiobook by Loretta Chase

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Loretta Chase) — Tue, 26 Jan 2016 09:16:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Not Quite a Lady Subtitle: Carsington Brothers Series Author: Loretta Chase Narrator: Kate Reading Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 01-26-16 Publisher: NYLA Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 441 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Darius Carsington is a spectacularly attractive rake, who's all brains and brawn...and no heart; a man who's equally expert at bedding loose-moraled women and writing scholarly papers. He finds society's "perfect darlings" exceedingly boring. Then why is he so intrigued by the supposedly faultless Lady Charlotte Hayward? Darius senses a crack under her polished surface - and finding it is a challenge he can't resist. Lady Charlotte is so beautiful, charming, and gracious that no one has noticed how expert she's been at not getting married. Early on, she learned a painful lesson about trust...and temptation. In the years since, she's devoted her life to being all she should be, and she's not about to let a man like Carsington entice her into doing everything she shouldn't. But the demands of the heart can easily overpower the rules of manners and morals. And sometimes, even the best-behaved lady must follow her instincts, even if it means risking it all. Members Reviews: Interesting story with wonderful characters Kate Reading is AMAZING! (now that the obvious is out of the way :o) Loretta Chase is a character writer - more to the point - a character interaction / dialogue writer. She can have (but usually doesn't) a lack luster story but her characters interactions and dialogue make the whole book wonderful. This book had a little different story - not the typical girl looking for a man - falls in love with a rake. This is more girl is NOT looking for a man - falls for a rake - but has a secret that could ruin her family name. Okay the rake in this situation is the youngest Carsington brother - Darius. He is hard NOT to fall for. He's good looking (& knows it), charismatic (and knows it), and Oh those hands! Plus he takes a young unwanted boy who under his wing which makes him irresistible. Charlotte is a great character and I absolutely love the interaction between her and Darius. I loved this book and it is definitely worth a credit! Kate Reading: perfect narrator for Loretta Chase 4.5 stars because there are a few plot holes, but really, it's Loretta Chase so how bad could it be? I am blessed with a poor memory. I say "blessed" because this means that I can read a book for a second time and not remember what's going to happen next. Saves me a lot of money on buying new books. Anyway, I read Not Quite a Lady three years ago and gave it four stars. Kate Reading's narration was, as usual, spot on, so I bumped up my rating a bit. Truly, Kate Reading is the perfect narrator for Loretta Chase's books. She handles Chase's trademark rapid-fire banter perfectly. In a couple of years, I no doubt will listen again and enjoy it just as much as the first time. Loretta Chase is a genius This is now one of my favorites! Loretta Chase is a genius. I liked everything about this. The lead characters are wonderful. Pip is a cutie. The story is quite interesting and the narration is superb. Nothing wrong with this one. Bring on the next in the series! Modern Shakespeare Love her humor love the performance she does not follow the routine predictable Romance. I will keep reading her forever. Thank you for the laughs!! Witty dialogue had me laughing throughout I really enjoyed the dialogue between the hero and heroine. It was witty with innuendo and verbal fun combat.

European Collection Audiobook

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Annette Lyon) — Mon, 24 Jul 2017 02:34:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: European Collection Subtitle: Six Historical Romance Novellas Author: Annette Lyon, G.G. Vandagriff, Michele Paige Holmes, Sarah M. Eden, Heather B. Moore, Nancy Campbell Allen Narrator: Elizabeth Wiley Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 07-24-17 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: In War of Hearts, Annette Lyon's exciting novella, Anna, a journalist, is desperate to escape the magazine where Pete, her now-former boyfriend, also works. Heartbroken and still in love with him, Anna snags an assignment to cover the Winter War in Finland. She arrives at a snowy Finnish battlefront only to discover that Pete is already there - as her photographer. She's determined to be professional about the situation until a battle breaks out in camp, putting her and Pete in harm's way and putting their love to the test. In G.G. Vandagriff's enchanting novella, The Earl of Oaksey Takes a Wife, Melissa Burroughs is the new Countess of Oaksey. Her whirlwind romance and subsequent elopement was worth every divine moment, even if her parents did disapprove. When Melissa learns about her new husband's apparently empty pockets, she wonders if the intimacy they've shared is only the ruse of a fortune-hunter. Melissa is devastated and determines to live a separate life from her new husband. But the Earl has other plans, which do not include staying away from his wife. In Michele Paige Holmes' charming story, Gift of Love, Ethan Mooreleigh knows he'll never love another woman after the loss of his beloved wife. Yet he needs a male heir to inherit his vast fortune. Ethan's best friend, Stuart, has an idea and retrieves his sister, Amelia, who has been living in a convent since the tragic death of her parents. Amelia only agrees to enter into the contract marriage because there's a child involved, Ethan's neglected three-year-old daughter. A Lesson in Love, a delightful novella by Sarah M. Eden, captures the uncertainties of newlywed life. Lucy Stanthorpe arrives for the London Season, planning to attend every ball and musicale with her new husband, Reed, only to discover he has no intention of taking part in the social whirl. Spurred on by their family and friends, Lucy and Reed each formulate increasingly outlandish plans to teach the other a lesson in appreciation. In An Ocean Away, Heather B. Moore's captivating story, Gina Graydon knows the last thing she'll attract on her holiday in France is an eligible bachelor. Tall, outspoken, and with a weakness for laughing at the wrong moment, not to mention being much too occupied with reading gothic romances, Gina decides she'd rather live in her fictional world. Besides, the only man who pays attention to her at the resort hotel happens to be her father's worst enemy. And that is far from romantic. Nancy Campbell Allen's entrancing novella, What Happens in Venice, follows Evangeline Stuart as she determines to enjoy her vacation in Venice - her first and likely her last since she lives under the strict confines of her step-father's control. When she meets the mysterious and romantic Conte Bellini, who happens to be Italy's most eligible bachelor, she decides he is all part of the dream of visiting Venice. Members Reviews: Another great collection! Another great collection of romances, this one historical but not all from the same period. I listened to the audiobook and really enjoyed it. The narrator did a great job. 4 1/2 stars

Conceit & Concealment Audiobook by Abigail Reynolds

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Abigail Reynolds) — Tue, 27 Jun 2017 18:60:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Conceit & Concealment Subtitle: A Pride & Prejudice Variation Author: Abigail Reynolds Narrator: Elizabeth Klett Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 06-27-17 Publisher: Abigail Reynolds Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 42 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Pride & Prejudice meets alternate history. Six years after Napoleon's invasion of England.... Fitzwilliam Darcy is a traitor. He even admits to collaborating with Napoleon's troops. And Elizabeth Bennet despises all traitors. But she can't make sense of Darcy. He doesn't act like a traitor. He risks his own safety to save young women from the French. And how can she despise a man who loves puppies? Something about him doesn't add up - and she finds him far too attractive. Then Darcy's carefully constructed world crumbles, and he must entrust his closest-held secret to Elizabeth. To protect that secret, Elizabeth must disappear entirely, leaving her family and Darcy behind, to plunge herself into the dizzying world of fashionable London and the dangers of the Loyalist Resistance. Nothing will ever be the same again. Darcy is determined to find Elizabeth. Now that she knows the truth about him, there's nothing to keep them apart - nothing, that is, until the day Darcy is forced to choose between his country and the life of the woman he loves.... Members Reviews: Butterflies, Goosebumps, And A Lot Of Tears! In this Pride and Prejudice variation, Napoleon invaded England in 1805 and conquered it, imprisoning royalty and stripping nobles of their lands and titles. Now England lives under French occupation. When the story begins, Mr. Bingley has arrived at Netherfield Park with his friend Mr. Darcy, a man everyone knows is a traitor. I would go on with a summary, but I don't want to spoil any part of the book for anyone. The revelation of the new state of affairs for the Bennet family had me on pins and needles, and you need to experience that for yourself! This was one of the most original P & P variations I've ever read. It told a completely new story, and only borrowed characters and locations from P & P. Every once in a while the author dropped in a phrase from the original novel, and it was so fun to pick them out. As for the plot itself, it was really well done. Meticulously researched, wonderfully creative, expertly written, and full of witty dialogue. The book had so many romantic scenes between Lizzy and Darcy, but also managed to be action packed and suspenseful. Expect butterflies, goosebumps, and a lot of tears! Narration can really make or break the listening experience, especially in a book with so many French accents. Elizabeth Klett ranks up there with Kate Reading, Rosalyn Landor, and Davina Porter for me. Her regular speaking voice is so pleasant, and her French accents a delight. She's incredibly talented, and did an outstanding job with this professional narration. I received a copy of the audiobook at my request, and I'm voluntarily leaving a review. Reynolds does it again... I didn't even bother to read what this book was about before purchasing because Abigail Reynolds has yet to publish something I haven't been able to put down. To say she has out done her self would be the understatement of the year. The alternate history sets the backdrop for one of the most adventurous Pride and Prejudice stories I've ever had the pleasure to read/listen to. I laughed, cried, and laughed again.

Silent Melody Audiobook by Mary Balogh

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Balogh) — Mon, 17 Aug 2015 21:52:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Silent Melody Author: Mary Balogh Narrator: Rosalyn Landor Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 08-17-15 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 281 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Lady Emily Marlowe is beautiful, independent, and unspoiled. Deaf since childhood, she appreciates her family's efforts to nurture her spirit, but the man they've chosen for her betrothal can never fulfill her. The only one Emily has ever desired is bold and reckless Lord Ashley Kendrick. Her childhood amour inspired her fantasies and vowed never to forget her - even as he left her for a new life in India and a new love. Seven years and countless dreams later, Ashley has returned a desolate widower to Bowden Abbey and, true to his promise, to Emily. Yet his heedless proposal of marriage has left her unexpectedly conflicted. Though the heat of passion still burns, Emily fears that it's only a sense of duty - not love - that has brought him to bended knee. And what is she to make of those seven lost years clouded in secrets too dark for Ashley to share? For Emily, her greatest and only love now becomes one worth fighting for, one of startling revelations and second chances, and one, like a melody, too beautiful for words.... Members Reviews: Don't buy until audible has entire book recorded I was enjoying the book until it abruptly cut off. Audible did not get the entire recording so double check before you purchase that they have corrected this problem. Hard to rate when so frustrated! A Wonderful and heartfelt story -Full Version I absolutely adore Mary Balogh. The way she captures a story draws you into the characters. She's so good at it and I absolutely love the story. Initially I was disappointed because I got through quite a bit of the book and then the rest was cut off. The publishing house seems to have fixed that issue and I was able to complete the entire book. I think this book is even more special because it includes a main character with a disability. Most authors are not brave enough to do that nor are they able to pull it off. Well done! One Of Balogh's Best! After having re-read and listened to the audio version of HEARTLESS by Mary Balogh, it brought to mind another favorite of mine that followed the Georgian series, that of SILENT MELODY, the story of Annas younger deaf mute sister Lady Emily Marlowe. Lady Emily was introduced in HEARTLESS as a young teen who had formed a fast friendship with Lukes (hero of HEARTLESS) younger brother Lord Ashley Kendrick. Ashley had left England to find himself and make his fortune in India. Now ten years later he has returned a broken widower and tormented only to find Emily all grown up and about to become officially betrothed to a young and fully acceptable suitor. Had she forgotten him as he had her? Emily liked her betrothed and might even love him in time, but for her heart there was only one man she had ever loved and it was Ashley who accepted her and all her quirks. Ashley who knew her soul and loved her exactly the way she was. One thing you can be assured of is the romance and emotional portion of SILENT MELODY will stir your emotions to a high level. But that is only a portion of what you will experience in SILENT MELODY, which happens to be one of my favorite all time best Mary Balogh novels. As with most romances Emily and Ashleys journey was not without pitfalls, after all there was a background of betrayal going on that kept the pace moving right along. Someone did not want to see Ashley and Emily have their forever after and the twisted mind behind it was playing the feeling of both Emily and Ashley like a fine violin.

Dair Devil: A Georgian Historical Romance Audiobook by Lucinda Brant

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lucinda Brant) — Wed, 07 Oct 2015 21:46:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dair Devil: A Georgian Historical Romance Author: Lucinda Brant Narrator: Alex Wyndham Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 10-07-15 Publisher: Sprigleaf Pty Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 185 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Winner - Best Historical Novel, 2015 RONE Awards Opposites attract. Appearances can deceive. A dashing and rugged façade hides the vulnerable man within. He will gamble with his life, but never his heart. Always the observer, never the observed, her fragility hides conviction. She will risk everything for love. One fateful night they collide. The attraction is immediate, the consequences profound.... London and Hampshire, 1777: The story of Alisdair "Dair" Fitzstuart, nobleman, ex-soldier, and rogue, and Aurora "Rory" Talbot, spinster, pineapple fancier, and granddaughter of England's Spymaster General, and how they fall in love. Members Reviews: Another Lucinda Brant winner This was also a very well written book with some very funny scenes especially at the very beginning of the story. Sorry to have to wait for the release of the next book in the series especially since I found no information regarding it on Audible. The second book still remains my favorite and then the Midnight Marriage but this is not to take away from Dair Devil. I felt LB did a fabulous job developing the new characters and yet mixing the old ones in this story as well, making the book feel more personal to its readers. I truly enjoyed this book and recommend it highly to anyone looking for substance and not fluff. The narration is the star It was good to get back together with previous characters. The "break in" at the beginning was hilarious. The narration of this series is wonderfully well done. Brings out so much of the story. My only question is where is Mary's book? Alex Wyndham brings these Roxton men to life. Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I would most definitely recommend "Dair Devil" to all of my friends to read, but I'd suggest they do so after either reading or listening to the previous 3 in this series. What was one of the most memorable moments of Dair Devil? The most memorable moments of Dair Devil are so many that I really can't easily narrow them down.... When the young men climbed in the window in loin cloths and chased a group of dancers around the room so their buddy could come in and save the ladies was quite funny. It sounds so much like a plan a group of young fellows would devise to help one of the group look to be the her to win a ladies heart. Didn't quite turn out as planned though, and caused some embarrassing moments for those involved. Which character as performed by Alex Wyndham was your favorite? My favorite characters, were Dair, who is one of the new characters, vaguely mentioned in "Autumn Duchess". Rory, the intellectual equal of many a man, and of course, Antonia, the Duchess of Roxton from book one. Any additional comments? Lucinda Brant always has interesting plots, creative, strong characters, and events often based in true history. I like that she weaves her stories around the characters of one book, but also in her own subtle way, introduces characters who will show up later, so she sets the stage well, and leaves the door open to adding more layers to her series. In the audio versions for this series, Alex Wyndham is shown to be a master of narration bringing the different characters to life through his ability to create varied, yet believable, voices/accents for each character.

Fairchild Audiobook by Jaima Fixsen

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jaima Fixsen) — Wed, 21 Dec 2016 04:00:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fairchild Author: Jaima Fixsen Narrator: Lucy Paterson Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 12-21-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 45 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Strangers meet, romance blossoms. But there's a test...A classic fairytale retold. Good English families all have a house in the country with a deer park, a trout stream, and an army of gardeners. They should have a son and if it can be managed, he should be handsome. Cleverness isn't important. Daughters in limited quantities are fine so long as they are pretty. Bastards are inconvenient and best ignored. It's not a big problem, unless you are one. Unfortunately, Sophy is. Sick of her outcast role, she escapes her father's house, only to fall from her horse during a spring storm. Injured, soaked, and shivering, she stumbles to a stranger's door - Tom, a blunt edged merchant from a family of vulgar upstarts. Mistaking Sophy for the genuine article, he takes her in. Sophy can't resist twisting the truth. Soon she's caught in her own snare - and it might just be a noose. Members Reviews: Pretty Good Story. Narration not so much. This was quite a interesting story and starts at the beginning of Sophy's life at the age of about 8 I believe all they way through her early adult life through the happily ever after. I really did enjoy the story quite a bit. I liked the the relationship Sophy and her step mother formed. It was good and not the usual evil stepmom story we all expect. I did not enjoy the narration very much. Lucy Patterson's didn't really even try to do a male's voice. Very disappointing when a narrator doesn't try. An enjoyable and amusing story with great narration This is one of the best audio books I've listened to. Lucy Paterson's narration is perfect! The story is charming, with bits of humor throughout. Many times I found myself laughing out lound! This is my favorite book in the fair child series, and I've listened to it at least 10 times. Sophie is a sweet girl who doesn't really have a place in high society, because she is born out of wedlock. Tom is a strong and stubborn man of trade, and refuses to fit into the uppity social class. When Sophie unexpectedly shows up on Tom's door step, he tries to evade her and his feelings for her. However, Sophie needs to win Tom over so he won't divulge her societal faux pas. So, in true romance fashion, Tom reluctantly finds himself falling for Sophie, and she with him. Their sarcastic humors and quick wits pair perfectly with each other. Jasper, the brother, is hilarious, and I enjoyed his story in, "Courting Scandal". I recommend the whole series. The stories never drag, and Lucy Paterson gives the right amount of inflection to keep a listener absorbed in the story. Red headed daughter finding love I thought this historic romance was exciting. I loved the details about society in that time. Historical novel portraying the rules of marriage. A different era when social standing effected everything. A young girl defies the odds and finds happiness regardless of rules.

Crystal Gardens Audiobook by Amanda Quick

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Amanda Quick) — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:55:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Crystal Gardens Subtitle: A Ladies of Lantern Street Novel Author: Amanda Quick Narrator: Justine Eyre Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 04-24-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 669 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Novelist and professional companion Evangeline Ames has rented a cottage in the outskirts of Little Dixby, far from the London streets where she was recently attacked. Fascinated by the paranormal energy of nearby Crystal Gardens, she finds some pleasurable diversion in sneaking past the wall to explore the grounds. And when her life is threatened again, she instinctively goes to the gardens for safety. Lucas Sebastian has never been one to ignore a lady in danger, even if she is trespassing on his property. Quickly disposing of her would-be assassin, he insists they keep the matter private. There is plenty of whispering about him already, with rumors of treasure buried under his garden, and occult botanical experiments performed by his uncle - who died of mysterious causes. Immediately sensing each others psychic talents, as well as their mutual desire, Lucas and Evangeline find themselves with an even more pressing concern. Whoever tried to have her killed will try again. But who would want her dead? With Evangelines skill for detection, and Lucass sense of the criminal mind, they soon discover that they share a common enemy. And as the dangerous energy emanating from Crystal Gardens grows stronger, they realize that to survive they must unearth what has been buried for too long. Members Reviews: Fun paranormal romp suffers from odd narration Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes, but with reservations. For fans of Amanda Quick, it's a must-listen and you'll want to add it to your audio library of Amanda Quick romances. What did you like best about this story? The protagonists (Evangeline and Lucas) were likable with just enough mystery in their pasts to keep you turning the pages. I also liked the development of all the secondary characters, and especially Molly and Stone. What three words best describe Justine Eyres voice? Overwrought. Erratic. Unmemorable. If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be? Love blooms at midnight in the Crystal Gardens. Any additional comments? Budding sensation novelist Evangeline Ames meets the man of her dreams while running from a would-be murderer at midnight--in her nightgown! Now how can a story that begins that way be anything less than fun? Unfortunately, Justine Eyre's narration is a bit erratic and overwrought at times. Her male characters are fine, but her female characters often sound like they are either 103 years old or on the verge of hysteria. One wonders if she ever bothers to listen to her own recordings! She is, however, easier to listen to than Anne Flosnik but I long for Barbara Rosenblat or Katherine Kellgren's smooth tones and diverse characterizations. Another winner! If you could sum up Crystal Gardens in three words, what would they be? Great story with excellent voice acting! Another winner! Moved at a quick place and I enjoyed every minute of it. All the characters were intresting Who was your favorite character and why? I loved them all.

A Lady by Midnight Audiobook by Tessa Dare

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tessa Dare) — Tue, 17 Dec 2013 11:43:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Lady by Midnight Subtitle: Spindle Cove, Book 3 Author: Tessa Dare Narrator: Carolyn Morris Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 12-17-13 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 203 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: A temporary engagement, a lifetime in the making . . . After years of fending for herself, Kate Taylor found friendship and acceptance in Spindle Cove - but she never stopped yearning for love. The very last place she'd look for it is in the arms of Corporal Thorne. The militia commander is as stone cold as he is brutally handsome. But when mysterious strangers come searching for Kate, Thorne steps forward as her fiancé. He claims to have only Kate's safety in mind. So why is there smoldering passion in his kiss? Long ago, Samuel Thorne devoted his life to guarding Kate's happiness. He wants what's best for her, and he knows it's not marriage to a man like him. To outlast their temporary engagement, he must keep his hands off her tempting body and lock her warm smiles out of his withered heart. It's the toughest battle of this hardened warrior's life...and the first he seems destined to lose. Members Reviews: LOVED! Read/Listened for Fun (Audible/Kindle) Overall Rating: 4.75 Story Rating: 4.50 Character Rating: 5.00 Audio Rating: 4.50 (Not Part of the overall rating) First Thought when Finished: A Lady by Midnight by Tessa Dare had all the feels and smiles! Overall Thoughts: Tessa did it again! I loved Kate and Thorne's love story. I knew these two were destined to be a great match when Kate was a bit more sure of herself on the inside and Thorne appeared very sure of himself on the outside. Thorne stepping up to "pretend" to be Kate's fiance while they figured out if her new found family was legit was fun, interesting, and intriguing. I loved Thorne's back story. I dare you not to swoon after him. I loved Kate's determination to make him see his worth. I loved the ladies of Spindle Cove making sure that this turned out exactly as it should. All around another great entry in the series. Audio Thoughts: Narrated By Carolyn Morris / Length: 10 hrs and 51 mins Carolyn did an outstanding job with Kate and Thorne! These are really good on audio and well worth the time to listen too1 Final Thoughts: Tessa really does knock it out of the park with Kate and Thorne (his first name is Samuel but his last name fits him so well)! Excellent author / narrator combination This is a very sweet and satisfying story, ably enhanced by Carolyn Morris' performance. While there is much use of modern language and sensibilities for a Regency, good story writing won my heart. Great installment of this series! This story was great, the hero and heroine were fantastic characters, strong, smart, and witty. There was lots of dialogue, great chemistry and nicely written sex. I read the first 2 books in this series before they were available on audible. I was excited to see them all become available. The narration was fantastic! Made the story that much better. The narrator did the men's voices great. Everybody had a distinct voice. Good job Carolyn Morris. Exquisitely romantic & hot When it comes to romantic novels Tessa Dare writes exquisite prose with romantic scenes that will curl your toes. Ms Dare has a way of writing scenes that are curiously involved and seem to have no solution, then she unwinds the circumstances in a unique and surprising way. I loved the last few chapters of this book. Good narrator wasted Story was so boring I couldn't finish. Not terrible.

In Bed with the Devil Audiobook by Lorraine Heath

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lorraine Heath) — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:21:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: In Bed with the Devil Author: Lorraine Heath Narrator: Susan Ericksen, Antony Ferguson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 02-02-12 Publisher: HarperCollins Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1348 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: They call him the Devil Earl - a scoundrel and accused murderer who grew up on the violent London streets. A proper young lady risks more than her reputation when consorting with the roguishly handsome Lucian Langdon, but Lady Catherine Mabry believes she has no choice. To protect those she loves, she would do anything - even strike a bargain with the devil himself. Lucian desires respectability and a wife above all else, but the woman of his choosing lacks the social graces to be accepted by the aristocracy. Catherine can help Lucian gain everything he wants. But what she asks for in exchange will put their very lives in jeopardy. When danger closes in, Catherine discovers a man of immense passion and he discovers a woman of immeasurable courage. As secrets from his dark past are revealed, Lucian begins to question everything he knows to be true, including the yearnings of his own heart. Members Reviews: Exceeded my expectations... I have that happy satisfied feeling of finding a new series (new for me) that I Absolutely love. It's a moving story with unexpected twists. It does have some back stories about rape, murder and domestic violence but it wasn't too graphic. Although this is a romance, the're many things happening that are very interesting. What I loved the most about the story is the way the author developed the relationship between Catherine and Luke. There was instant attraction but they were friends first and slowly their friendship developed into intense love. This audiobook was so worth the money and it's one I will definitely listen to again. Narration: this is the first book I've listed to that has been narrated by Susan Ericksen. I found her voice and accent very appropriate. There wasn't a really marked difference between the male and female voices but it did not take away from the story. You could still tell when a different character was speaking. For me this was a Historical Romance five star listen and I'm ready to start book 2 immediately. Great Series I listened to this series a while ago and am just getting around to writing my reviews for it. I listened again to refresh my memory and I have to say that I enjoyed it the second time around just as much. This is a very well written book with good in-depth characters and a detailed plot. I loved how the two main characters gradually developed from friends to lovers. The story is allowed to develop a little slower to allow a more detailed captivating story. If you enjoy historical romances with substance that's not too fluffy....then you will like this one. 5+ stars! So far beyond my expectations!! Wow. I never expected this story to be so good. More than good. There is more depth, passion, love and friendship than I ever imagined. The story is magnificent with a real plot and wonderful characters. The growth of these characters is well-written, and the plot is very unique and powerful. It does not feel contrived; instead, there is a true story here with twists and turns that make In Bed With the Devil a "stay up all night" sort of book... :) This is my second Lorraine Heath. I didn't like the Outlaw and the Lady, so I was hesitant to listen to this. I've owned this audiobook for nearly two years. But what a treat when I finally gave it a chance! Added to the great writing is the amazing talent of Susan Ericksen.

A Walk to Remember Audiobook by Nicholas Sparks

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nicholas Sparks) — Tue, 07 Oct 2014 16:07:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Walk to Remember Author: Nicholas Sparks Narrator: Frank Muller Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 10-07-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 143 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: There was a time when the world was sweeter...when the women in Beaufort, North Carolina, wore dresses, and the men donned hats.... Every April, when the wind smells of both the sea and lilacs, Landon Carter remembers 1958, his last year at Beaufort High. Landon had dated a girl or two, and even once sworn that he'd been in love. Certainly the last person he thought he'd fall for was Jamie, the shy, almost ethereal daughter of the town's Baptist minister...Jamie, who was destined to show him the depths of the human heart - and the joy and pain of living. The inspiration for this novel came from Nicholas Sparks's sister: her life and her courage. From the internationally best-selling author Nicholas Sparks, comes his most moving story yet.... Members Reviews: Beautiful I love this story now as much as I did when I first read it .. Frank Muller did very well telling/ readings the story ! I always recommend this book and I will on Audible now as well! Great, short read Love the story, never gets old and warms the heart. Its one you can read between books to wipe your last book's thoughts to aside. ( what I do anyways) Narrator brings out the story very well. A tear Seeing the movie first and then years later reading the book had my love for the movie grow fondly and now the book holds a place in my heart as well. Beautiful A beautiful Tory étouffée will love just so many emotions ,you cannot put the book down.. Get out the Kleenex I never let myself watch the film since I was aware of the plot. I thought I could deal with the book...nope I was wrong. This story is just heartbreaking. I also wasn't very intrigued by the narrator.

Dancing at Midnight Audiobook by Julia Quinn

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Julia Quinn) — Tue, 13 Dec 2016 17:55:22 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dancing at Midnight Subtitle: Blydon, Book 2 Author: Julia Quinn Narrator: Lucy Rayner Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 12-13-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 56 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Lady Arabella Blydon has beauty and a brain, and she's tired of men who can see only one without the other. When a suitor tells Arabella he's willing to overlook her appalling bluestocking tendencies on account of her looks and fortune, she decides to take a break from the Marriage Mart. During an extended stay in the country, she never expects to meet Lord John Blackwood, a wounded war hero who intrigues her like no other man. Lord John has lived through the worst horrors of war, but nothing could have been as terrifying to his tormented heart as Lady Arabella. She is intoxicating, infuriating, and she makes him want to live again. Suddenly he's writing bad poetry and climbing trees in the pitch-dark night just so he can dance with her as the clock strikes midnight. And even though he knows he can never be the sort of man she deserves, he can't help wanting her. But when the harsh light of day replaces the magic of midnight, can this tormented soul learn to love again? Members Reviews: The narrator I would not recommend this book. Julia Quinn is one of my favorite. I would invest on a different narrator and re release this audiobook. The narrator is overly dramatic when playing the part of the lead. I am being kind with this review. good Julia Quinn story but harrible narrator, If you could sum up Dancing at Midnight in three words, what would they be? change the narrator Who was your favorite character and why? main characters were great but the narrator ruined the book. I went out and purchased a hard copy so I could finish it. Would you be willing to try another one of Lucy Rayners performances? no, I purchased two books by this performer and I want to return them. I would rather read the book myself than listen to her. If anyone chooses to listen to JQ's books narrated by Rosalyn Landor then you would understand what I'm talking about. So please Ms. Quinn no more performances by Lucy Rayner. I'm sorry to be so harsh but this needed to be said. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? If the narrator was Rosalyn Landor Any additional comments? Ms. Quinn, as a loyal reader of your fine books please pay more attention to who you or Audible hires to read them...:( good the story was good but the narrator. sounded as if she was on hellium which took from the story Narrator is terrible This lady sounds like she's reading the book for the first time. The pitch of her voice at the start of every sentence makes you want to wring her neck. dreadful narration The narrator with her flippant and shrill presentation destroyed an already weak story line

The Price of Blood Audiobook by Patricia Bracewell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Patricia Bracewell) — Thu, 05 Feb 2015 04:59:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Price of Blood Subtitle: Emma of Normandy, Book 2 Author: Patricia Bracewell Narrator: Heather Wilds Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 02-05-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 122 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Unwillingly thrust into marriage to England's King thelred, Emma has given the king a son and heir, but theirs has never been a happy marriage. In The Price of Blood, Bracewell returns to 1006 when a beleaguered thelred, still haunted by his brother's ghost, governs with an iron fist and a royal policy that embraces murder. As tensions escalate and enmities solidify, Emma forges alliances to protect her young son from ambitious men-even from the man she loves. In the north there is treachery brewing, and when Viking armies ravage England, loyalties are shattered and no one is safe from the sword. Members Reviews: Good story, bad narration This is a sweeping saga and I look forward to the next book in the series. In this episode however, I found the narrators sing song,voice and repetitive inflections very obnoxious. It very much detracted from the story and minimized the depth of the characters. Stick with the other narrator Would you try another book from Patricia Bracewell and/or Heather Wilds? Patricia Bracewell's books are definitely awesome. The fault with this particular recording is the narrator. She inflects incorrectly and has an annoying voice. What other book might you compare The Price of Blood to and why? The first book in this series, A Shadow on the Crown, was narrated by Katie Firth. She did an incredible job with the narration. The story was already wonderful and Firth's narration made it even better. How did the narrator detract from the book? Voice, inflection, method of reading, speed at which she reads. All of it. Not a good narrator. What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? Annoyance that the narration was different than the first book and a poor substitute. Good story, decent writing, annoying narration Would you listen to The Price of Blood again? Why? I could not listen again. This narrator was barely tolerable the first time. Think slow-mo female Captain Kirk, with bad accents. Who was your favorite character and why? Emma was a very interesting woman. Take the time to read the epilog and authors notes. Would you be willing to try another one of Heather Wildss performances? No! Terrible narration I loved the two prior books, but the narration was so bad I couldn't finish this. The narrator went in and out of accents and the Queen's accent often made her sound like she was from Transylvania. When reading narration the tone was often "sing-song" like with the inflection rising at the end of each sentence. It drove me nuts. Waited for this but reader ruined it :( What a disappointment :(. I enjoyed book 1 "Shadow on the Crown" enough to pre-order book 2, not waiting to see who would read it. MISTAKE. The reader is terrible. Monotone and s-l-o-w (thank goodness for audible's app speed adjustment). Increasing the speed decreases the voice quality but at least I can understand what is being said. When a book is written about another time, with different expressions and customs, it is important to be read in a natural manner - not like you'd speak if you were giving instructions for taking medicine to someone still half under anesthesia. Patricia Bracewell's story has a lot of action and the reader sucked the life out of it. I recommend you get the printed copy of this one and read it yourself or let your grandma read it to you.

Highland Hellion Audiobook by Mary Wine

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Wine) — Tue, 06 Jun 2017 03:48:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Highland Hellion Subtitle: Highland Weddings Series, Book 3 Author: Mary Wine Narrator: Antony Ferguson Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 06-06-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 59 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Katherine Carew: Illegitimate daughter of an English earl. Abducted to Scotland at age 14. No family, no reputation, no rules. Rolfe McTavish: Heir to an honorable Highland laird. Can't believe how well tomboy Kate can fight. About to learn how much of a woman she really is. Scotland is seething with plots, the vengeful Gordons are spoiling for a fight, and the neighboring clans are at each other's throats. All it takes is a passionate hellion with a penchant for reckless adventure to ignite the Highlands once more. Members Reviews: No I would not recommend The story was a disappointment. The story synopsis is not accurate. poor character and plot building. Scenes jump from one topic to another and do not reflect the summary. It is like listening to an unfinished story good story, takes forever though. this an epic tale that seriously could have been chopped in a third and you wouldn't have missed anything. the narrator is getting better at female voices thank goodness. still whiny but, y'know, better. sex scenes are brief and the usual. okay so Catherine loves Ralph even though everything he says he contradicts spoiler alert. Says no one will hurt her, his dad locks her in a cell. she forgives that and her constant oh well life is great is annoying as hell. I could not relate. this chick is trained as a warrior and yet crumples into a ninny whenever the main dude is near. listen, I can't write a book so I hate to dies any authors efforts, but this book takes foreeeeeeeeeever. some random segues into other clans that are more interesting than the main story.

Alone with Mr. Darcy: A Pride & Prejudice Variation Audiobook by Abigail Reynolds

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Abigail Reynolds) — Wed, 12 Aug 2015 04:26:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Alone with Mr. Darcy: A Pride & Prejudice Variation Author: Abigail Reynolds Narrator: Elizabeth Klett Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 08-12-15 Publisher: Abigail Reynolds Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 144 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Elizabeth Bennet can't imagine anything worse than being stranded by a blizzard in a tiny cottage with proud and unpleasant Mr. Darcy. But being trapped there for days - and nights - with an injured and confused Mr. Darcy who keeps saying the oddest things about her is even worse. At least he possesses the useful ability of lighting a fire to keep them from freezing to death. But when he puts his arms around her, she discovers the hearth isn't the only place he knows how to build a fire. And the little half-frozen kitten he finds in a woodpile isn't proving to be much of a chaperone. She doesn't really believe his promises to marry her if anyone finds out they spent two nights alone together, especially after learning he was betrayed by another woman in the past. When her worst fears are realized and her reputation is in tatters, she isn't surprised to discover Mr. Darcy has vanished into thin air, leaving her no choice but to find a husband as soon as possible before her whole family is ruined. Any husband will have to do, no matter how much she dislikes him. Even if she can't stop thinking of Mr. Darcy.... Members Reviews: Bodice Ripping Alternative Tale of P&P What made the experience of listening to Alone with Mr. Darcy: A Pride & Prejudice Variation the most enjoyable? I do enjoy Elizabeth Klett's reading style. What did you like best about this story? I liked that the author of this book kept her ties to PRIDE AND PREJUDICE loose enough that she was free to write a true "alternative" tale. While being familiar, it is also new and fresh. I didn't like that some key elements that define Jane Austen works were missing in this story. Have you listened to any of Elizabeth Kletts other performances before? How does this one compare? I am a longtime fan of Elizabeth Klett and find her reading style understandable, entertaining and always first rate. I mostly chose to listen to this story because I knew that this narrator is a wonderful reader who always delivers an enjoyable listening experience. ALONE WITH MR. DARCY is no exception and, once again, she lives up to the caliber of performance that I have come to expect. She is real pleasure to listen to! I am only sorry that this particular book wasn't the best use of her considerable talent. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I didn't quite make it through in ONE sitting but it took me about 48 hours to finish the book from start to finish. Any additional comments? I was offered this audio book for free in exchange for an honest review, and chose to listen to it because I am a fan of the narrator, and also because I love Jane Austin and am on a quest to find JA Fan Fictions that live up to the originals that inspired them. There are a plethora of "spin-off" books that take their inspiration from Jane, but seldom do they live up to the beloved classics that we cannot get enough of. This one is no exception. This book is inspired by PRIDE AND PREJUDICE but doesn't try to recreate the classic story at all. I really liked that the author started the book at Charlotte Lucas's wedding and from that point on, she gives us an original story that deviates from PRIDE AND PREJUDICE so much that it plays out in a completely different way. While the roots of ALONE WITH MR.

Saving Grace Audiobook by Sandy James

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sandy James) — Tue, 29 Jul 2014 16:16:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Saving Grace Author: Sandy James Narrator: Cynthia Barrett Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 07-29-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Grace Riley is on the run - from her past and from her fears. The victim of a violent rape at the hands of a rich politician's son, she must "disappear" to escape his constant attempts to recapture her. Moving from cattle drive to cattle drive as a cook, she avoids her tormentor for nearly 20 years. When she discovers that the brother she gave up for adoption after their mother died in childbirth was orphaned at an early age, she is frantic to verify that he's safe. She tracks him to a cattle ranch in Montana. Widower Adam Morgan owns the Twin Springs ranch, but finds himself falling into a life of loneliness. Although he enjoys spending time with his grown daughter and the two men he rescued when they were living on the streets, he longs to meet a woman he can love. Living in the Montana territory where men greatly outnumber women makes finding a new wife difficult. Weary of working cattle, he is ready to make some changes in his life. Grace falls ill on her journey, but she manages to make it to the Twin Springs ranch where her brother is supposed to be living. Adam takes her in, concerned for her health and the reason she's searching for one of his adopted sons. Their chemistry is immediate and intense; but can Grace heal from her past of pain and fear? When her secrets are finally revealed, can Adam forgive her deceptions and learn to love again? Members Reviews: Very slow When 236 pages is read in 12 hours, you know there's a problem. It was so slow I was going to stop listening. Then I turned the speed of it up to 1.4 and it was better. I'm not fond of the western accent, but it was appropriate for the book. I thought it was a clean romance, but not so, and was happy to have the fast forward button a few times. Wouldn't listen in the car w/kids. If I were to get the second in the series, I would read, not listen. WASTE OF MONEY terrible storyline, terribly written, unrealistic and dumb. Terrible performance as well. Three chapters into it I wanted to give up because I was so annoying and bored. But since I spent money on it I figured I better wait it out and see if it gets better. It never did. I should have given up after the third chapter Exceptional Storytelling This was my first time reading anything by Sandy James. I was pleasantly surprised by the exceptional storytelling. The characters had depth and were very believable. The story flowed and kept me turning pages and listening until I could finish. I will definitely be reading more written by this author. Cynthia Barrett did a great job narrating. Her voice portrayal of the characters was spot on. Grace and Adam's story call to life with her performance. Finding Love when you least expect it. Would you listen to Saving Grace again? Why? Yes, if I didn't have anything else. There are too many books to read to reread. Although, I might consider it. I loved this book. It had all the elements a good book should have. What other book might you compare Saving Grace to and why? Redeemed by Sandy James. I really, really like her books. Which scene was your favorite? I don't know that I could pick just one. I loved the whole book. Maybe when Steven Shay finally got his due. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, but unfortunately, that wasn't possible. Any additional comments? This is one of the best books I've read/listened too lately.

An Unsuitable Heir Audiobook by K.J. Charles

biacuaduc@gmail.com (K.J. Charles) — Fri, 13 Oct 2017 11:17:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: An Unsuitable Heir Subtitle: Sins of the Cities, Book 3 Author: K.J. Charles Narrator: Matthew Lloyd Davies Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 10-13-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 52 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: A private detective finds passion, danger, and the love of a lifetime when he hunts down a lost earl in Victorian London. On the trail of an aristocrat's secret son, enquiry agent Mark Braglewicz finds his quarry in a music hall, performing as a trapeze artist with his twin sister. Graceful, beautiful, elusive, and strong, Pen Starling is like nobody Mark's ever met - and everything he's ever wanted. But the long-haired acrobat has an earldom and a fortune to claim. Pen doesn't want to live as any sort of man, least of all a nobleman. The thought of being wealthy, titled, and always in the public eye is horrifying. He likes his life now - his days on the trapeze, his nights with Mark. And he won't be pushed into taking a title that would destroy his soul. But there's a killer stalking London's foggy streets, and more lives than just Pen's are at risk. Mark decides he must force the reluctant heir from music hall to manor house, to save Pen's neck. Betrayed by the one man he thought he could trust, Pen never wants to see his lover again. But when the killer comes after him, Pen must find a way to forgive - or he might not live long enough for Mark to make amends. Don't miss any of the captivating Sins of the Cities novels: And look for the enticing Society of Gentlemen series by KJ Charles: Critic Reviews: "I'll read anything KJ Charles writes!" (New York Times best-selling author Kate Pearce) "KJ Charles has long been one of my favorite authors." (USA Today best-selling author Carole Mortimer) Members Reviews: What a climax! My FAVORITE of the series! What a range of characters weve seen in these books. The MCs in this one blew me away, especially since they appeared in a historical romance! Pen is a gender fluid trapeze artist. Mark is a pansexual man of inquiry. Mark sees Pen and hes mesmerized. Pen sees Mark and is dubious of his seemingly honest attraction to and acceptance of him. I LOVED these two together, delighted in how they navigated understanding each others sexuality and creating trust. Only to have it purposefully destroyed. Thats right, stuff happens and its not all good. People get hurt. Its not all perfect, love and roses forever (well, OK, until the HEA). This is the finale of a mystery that began two books ago. Im usually pretty adept at figuring out whodunit. But here, I didnt have a clue. Not at all. Zero. This both delighted and frustrated me to no end. Well done there, K.J. Charles, well done! Pen is the likely heir to an earldom. He doesnt want it. At all. But people are dying because of him. What to do? Read it and find out. And if youre hankering for an audiobook, the performance for this one was incredible! Series ends on a high note The final installment of the Sins of the City gives interesting characters, a nice narration and resolution of the mystery in KJ Charles' inimitable style. There is instant attraction between trapeze artist Pen and private investigator Mark that shows how gender fluidity can be beautiful. Pen struggles with being misunderstood and opens up to Mark's compassionate understanding. However, an unwanted title forces Pen to play the gentleman and violence follows in his wake. The mystery begun in the first book has a satisfying conclusion.

To Love a Lord Audiobook by Christi Caldwell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Christi Caldwell) — Tue, 24 Jan 2017 03:01:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: To Love a Lord Author: Christi Caldwell Narrator: Tim Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 01-24-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 84 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: All she wants is security: The last place finishing school instructor Mrs. Jane Munroe belongs is in polite Society. Vowing to never wed, she's been scuttled around from post to post. Now she finds herself in the Marquess of Waverly's household. She's never met a nobleman she liked, and when she meets the pompous, arrogant marquess, she remembers why. But soon, she discovers Gabriel is unlike any gentleman she's ever known. All he wants is a companion for his sister: What Gabriel finds himself with instead is a fiery spirited, bespectacled woman who entices him at every corner and challenges his age-old vow to never trust his heart to a woman. But...there is something suspicious about his sister's companion. And he is determined to find out just what it is. All they need is each other: As Gabriel and Jane confront the truth of their feelings, the lies and secrets between them begin to unravel. And Jane is left to decide whether or not it is ever truly safe to love a lord. Members Reviews: Great Book This is the fifth book in the series. I have enjoyed them all. This one is possibly my favorite. I loved that both characters were strong, loyal, and protective. There was also some great humor throughout. Just OK I finished it, but the story was predictable, replete with why I'm unworthy of love.

With This Ring Audiobook by Amanda Quick

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Amanda Quick) — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:22:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: With This Ring Author: Amanda Quick Narrator: Barbara Rosenblat Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 02-13-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 453 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: With 22 million of her books in print, and 12 consecutive New York Times best-sellers to her credit, Amanda Quick is a phenomenally popular author of historical romances. With This Ring, set in Regency England, sends a beautiful, headstrong woman on a perilous quest for the Forbidden Rings of Aphrodite. To recover her familys meager fortunes, Beatrice Poole must locate the antiquities stolen from her favorite uncle shortly before his highly suspicious death. Since the Forbidden Rings have a legendary history of magic and mystery, the resourceful Beatrice heads for one man who can help her find them: the darkly handsome Earl, the Mad Monk of Monkcrest. Fans around the world are drawn to the dashing heroes and passionate adventures in Amanda Quicks novels, but it is her sparkling humor and lively wit that keep them coming back for more. Veteran narrator Barbara Rosenblat provides the perfect voices, conveying delicious innuendos, villainous slurs, and lively banter with ease. Members Reviews: Good ..... but not great! This book isn't your ordinary handsome rogue meets lady blah blah, they have a few problems then live happily ever after. No, this has a good plot that will keep you guessing right til the end. Good narrator too. I've heard better Amanda Quick (Jayne Ann Krentz) books but I like her work so will continue to download anything available. Twist and turns! This was my first time reading a book by Amanda Quick and was very enjoyable. Romance, murder and intrigue woven together into an interesting plot beautifully read by the spectacular Barbara Rosenblat who has an amazing voice. Her range of accents and tones has to be listened to to be believed. She reads the male voices so wonderfully that if I didn't know better I'd swear I was actually listening to a male reader and, in this book, her cockney 'ladies maid' pretending to be French had me in giggles. Highly recommended! I liked the leading couple This book was not typical in the sense that the hero & heroine were more mature. I liked that! Particularly the sarcastic humor related to being the doddering ages of 39 and 29 respectively. Additionally, the hero had some lovable characteristics (any man who talks to his dog is OK with me :-) and the heroine was not a simpering miss. As always Quick infuses humor which I enjoy. And the intrigue kept me going. I thought I guessed the ending a few times but the twists and turns threw me off enough to make me keep listening. It was worth my credit. Marvelous I'd forgotten how witty Amanda Quick (Jayne Krentz) was in her earlier works. I thoroughly enjoyed this romp through regency England and may revisit more of her 1990's books. Charming and entertaing Briefly - lLight , entertaining story of an older style. The narrator was a pleasure to listen to. I recommend it for easy listening.

Too Scot to Handle Audiobook by Grace Burrowes

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Grace Burrowes) — Tue, 25 Jul 2017 05:50:36 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Too Scot to Handle Author: Grace Burrowes Narrator: James Langton Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 07-25-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: "Sexy heroes, strong heroines, intelligent plots, enchanting love stories...Grace Burrowes's romances have them all." (Mary Balogh) A man with many talents. As a captain in the army, Colin MacHugh led men, fixed what was broken, and fought hard. Now that he's a titled gentleman, he's still fighting - this time to keep his bachelorhood safe from all the marriage-minded debutantes. Then he meets the intriguing Miss Anwen Windham, whose demure nature masks a bonfire waiting to roar to life. When she asks for his help to raise money for the local orphanage, he's happy to oblige. Anwen is amazed at how quickly Lord Colin takes in hand a pack of rambunctious orphan boys. Amazed at how he actually listens to her ideas. Amazed at the thrill she gets from the rumble of his Scottish burr and the heat of his touch. But not everyone enjoys the success of an upstart. And Colin has enemies who will stop at nothing to ruin him and anybody he holds dear. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: Bob @ Platypire Reviews Okay, first of all, the disclosure. I was sent a copy of this book to read and review, but it didn't happen. I may or may not have taken my beautiful book on a camping trip, and forgot it where we stash our gear. So, I bought myself an audible version. And that, my friends, was a great decision! This book is ADORABLE. I had a girl crush on Anwen just a few pages in. I love her sass! She's a feisty character who knows just how to put men in their place. All of the characters were really well written, from the boys to Win, whom I love to hate. The overbearing siblings, the familial connections; there were all great. The Headmaster was a bit of an enigma; I kind of wanted to hate him, but near the end he redeemed himself a bit. Still wanna smack him, though. Rosalyn, too, for that matter... The flow was good too. While it could have been easily overwhelmed by all the different story lines twisting and twining together, the author did a great job of keeping everything clear. The drama was intriguing without being too much, and the sex scenes were just spicy enough before fading to black As to the narration: fabulous! James Langton did a great job with his. His voice is pleasant, his tempo steady, and he did wonderful with the accents and different voices for characters. He fit the story very well. If you enjoy historical romance and some Scottish dirty talk, I suggest you check this one out! Bob says: 4 Platypires Another enjoyable book by prolific Grace Burrowes What did you love best about Too Scot to Handle? The continuation of the ongoing saga of the multitude of Morelands, the humor, the excellent reader, and the horrid secondary characters. I have listened to or read most of the author's books and must confess that they sometimes blend together. Too Scot to Handle could easily stand on its own. Good story Setting: London, England Regency era Genre: Romance The love story of Lord Colin MacHugh (the younger brother of Hamish, Duke of Murdoch the hero of The Trouble with Dukes) and Miss Anwen Windham (the sister of Megan Windham, the Duke of Murdochs love interest). Lord Colin is in London for the social season to accompany his younger sisters. Anwen is the over-protected niece of the Duke and Duchess of Moreland.

Dawson Chronicles Box Set, Books 1 - 3 Audiobook by Linda Bridey

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Linda Bridey) — Wed, 10 Aug 2016 14:21:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dawson Chronicles Box Set, Books 1 - 3 Subtitle: Historical Western Cowboy Romance Bundle Author: Linda Bridey Narrator: Mary Ann Weathers Format: Unabridged Length: 23 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 08-10-16 Publisher: Beldene Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Book 1: Mistletoe Mayhem When injured Sawyer Samuels arrives home from the Great War, he encounters Devon Dwyer, the woman who refused his marriage proposal. They still love each other, but can they work through their issues and recapture the love they once shared? Book 2: After the Storm Tim Dwyer and Renee Keller embark on a romantic journey, but their budding relationship is threatened by storms of horror and heartache. Can they ride out the storm or will their hopes be dashed? Book 3: Spirit Journey Shy Skip Keller and beautiful Peanut Lennox, helped by some matchmakers, find romance while travelling through the Black Hills. Will the magic of the ancient mountains create an unbreakable bond or will it be torn asunder by anger and mistrust? Members Reviews: Sounds like it was written by an 11 year old girl. It's a supposed to be a romantic novel. It would have been More romantic if it started, "They kissed. The end. The voices were horrible. Devon sounded like a boy half of the time. The scene with the cougar was so ridiculous and unrealistic I had to quit listening at that point. Fun story, Well told, Great Narrator Would you consider the audio edition of Dawson Chronicles Box Set, Books 1 - 3 to be better than the print version? I prefer the audio version to the print. There are so many characters in this book that I can't imagine trying to come up with distinct voices for them all. While Mary Ann Weathers has several voices that sound the same, you can still tell who is supposed to be talking. And it's clear she tried to take cues from the text when it came to her choices. What did you like best about this story? Even though the romantic bits are a little hokey sometimes, I like that the stories aren't all sunshine and rainbows. Tragic things happen, but the community deals with them together. Mistletoe Mayhem deals with injustice; After the Storm deals with rape; Spirit Journey got a little strange with the Dakota magic, but even it dealt with some heavy issues. But the story stays well-paced and interesting. Which scene was your favorite? It's not a scene, per say, but I did enjoy Renee's falling-in-love arc. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I did cry after a certain death. I won't give away who's. Any additional comments? I see one or two reviews that comment on how terrible the narrator is. Not every narrator is everybody's cup of tea, but I have to disagree personally. I loved this narrator, and I would listen to her again. She didn't just read it, she acted it. And while not every audiobook narrator is a character voice actor, she did well with the limits of her voice, considering how many characters there were, both male and female.Some narrators get followings the way writers do. This one likely will, too. terrible narrator! I had to return it. The voices sounded like Alvin and the Chipmonks, very annoying. especially for Skip and Frankie (who also had a New York accent??? like, we'll Towalk Latah)--- the narration was so bad I couldnt get into the story at all. And I LOVED the series about Dawson, have read all of them! but THIS one, I detested and missed the old narrators from before. I don't understand how this got past Quality Control.

Simply Unforgettable Audiobook by Mary Balogh

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Balogh) — Tue, 31 May 2016 10:02:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Simply Unforgettable Subtitle: The Simply Quartet, Book 1 Author: Mary Balogh Narrator: Rosalyn Landor Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 05-31-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 289 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: They meet in a ferocious snowstorm. She is a young teacher with a secret past. He is the cool, black-caped stranger who unexpectedly comes to her rescue. Between these two unlikely strangers, desire is instantaneous...and utterly impossible to resist. Stranded together in a rustic country inn, Lucius Marshall, who is the Viscount Sinclair, and Frances Allard share a night of glorious, unforgettable passion. But Frances knows her place, and it is far from the privileged world of the sensual aristocrat. Due to begin her teaching position at Miss Martin's School in Bath, Frances must try to forget that one extraordinary night - and the man who touched her with such exquisite tenderness and abandon. But Frances cannot hide forever. And when fate once again throws them together, Lucius refuses to take no for an answer. If Frances will not be his wife, he will make her his mistress. So begins an odyssey fraught with intrigue, one that defies propriety and shocks the straitlaced ton. For Lucius's passionate, single-minded pursuit is about to force Frances to give up all her secrets - except one - to win the heart of the man she already loves. Contains mature themes. Members Reviews: a litte drawn out This is one of my favorite authors, and I absolutely love this narrator. She can make any book worth listening to. I did like the story, just didn't love the heroine as much as the hero. She kind of got on my nerves after a while. For all the lead up to why she couldn't go back to London, the reason was kind of lame I thought. Did enjoy many of the secondary characters. Anyway, I want to listen to the series and I hope the others are a little better. Started off really well then....... This story was going so well then went downhill. I started losing interest after the second proposal. I kept thinking 'what ?? He proposed she said no how many times???? Her secret was annoying me and she was annoying me. The only reason I finished this was because it was so well narrated. Unlikeable heroine This story was just ok for me. I wasnt able to relate to the heroine. She just kept rejecting our hero and when her secret was finally revealed it was anti climatic. I just wanted the hero to give up and look for someone that appreciates him. I never truly felt good with this story, it was more frustrating than anything. The narration was amazing as Ms. Landor always delivers impecable work with her voice and adding emotions to the story. Im pretty sure shes the reason I was able to finish the story. Simply unforgettable.... What would you expect to hear if you had a romance by Mary Balogh being performed by Rosalyn Landor? Well, it would be simply unforgettable! Not too much angst, or too bad bad guys. No porn or erotica yet loads of loving chemistry. Yes, simply unforgettable. Creditworthy? Yup! A memorable heroine! The love story of Frances and Lucius begins in an unusual way, and in fact I have never read (or listened to) a romance novel beginning with such an entertaining meeting followed by an eventful few days in a run-down abandoned inn. The heroine, Frances, develops over the course of the novel, and she is an unusually interesting character with many talents and not a few flaws. Our hero is somewhat less interesting (the classic aristocratic male accustomed to getting his own way) but his dogged devotion is pretty admirable.

Frederick's Queen Audiobook by Suzan Tisdale

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Suzan Tisdale) — Tue, 21 Jul 2015 04:54:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Frederick's Queen Subtitle: The Clan Graham Series Author: Suzan Tisdale Narrator: Brad Wills Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 07-21-15 Publisher: Suzan Tisdale Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 336 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: There can be no light without darkness, no hope without despair, no love without heartache Some scars can't be seen When the handsome Frederick Mackintosh offers to marry Aggie McLaren, she is certain 'tis greed or insanity that motivates him. Besides land and a chance at a chiefdom, she believes she has nothing to offer. She soon learns nothing could be further from the truth. Hope she thought long lost blooms with her husband's kindness, his honor, and his fierce determination to make their marriage and their clan a success. Sometimes perfection is imperfect Aggie McLaren is not Frederick Mackintosh's image of the perfect wife. She isn't well read, vivacious, or voluptuous. Wee, timid, and unable to speak, it is a glimpse of her smile and the chance to be chief of his own clan that propels him to offer for her hand. Frederick will do whatever he must in order to see her smile again and to help her find her voice. Members Reviews: Wonderful! Aggie's father, who was a mean and vulgar man, set out to find her a husband. He was not going to live long because he had a lung disease. Her father was Chief of the clan and he did not think she could fill that duty. Aggie had been beaten by him many times. She had learned to keep her mouth shut and not speak or she would get another thrashing. Frederick had gone to the Kirk to ask God to give him a wife. He had watched Rowan with his wife and decided that is what he needed. When Aggie and her father arrived at Rowan's Keep, Frederick saw her father hit her and treat her mean. His heartstrings pulled at the sight of the lass. This book came alive with the great talent of Brad Wills as narrator and the great storytelling of Suzan Tisdale. It will pull every emotion out of you. Laughter, anger, tears and you will tense with muscles pulled tight. So Emotional!! If you could sum up Frederick's Queen in three words, what would they be? Heartbreaking, powerful, stunning. Who was your favorite character and why? Aggie was my favorite character. She was incredibly strong, somewhat naive but quite persistent. Few would live through all she'd encountered, yet she never gave up. What does Brad Wills bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? The book was terrific on its own, and I really liked the story when I read it but Brad Wills' narration just added so much depth and emotion to it that it almost became a whole different story to me. He is my favorite narrator by far, and I thought I knew what to expect from him in this story, but even still I was quite surprised. He put so much more emotion in this book than others he's narrated. There were times I just had to stop listening for a bit and think about it. I thought I'd already heard the full range of his talent, but I was wrong!! Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I did!! There were times where I laughed out loud, particularly when Aggie told Frederick just what she'd do to him if he walked out the door instead of staying to talk to her!!! There were more times, however, where I felt myself emotionally curling up like a leaf. Parts of the story were just so hard to hear, Those parts were quite necessary to the story, but I have to say this is one book that will not leave the listener unaffected. Any additional comments? Ms.

The Highlander's Bargain Audiobook by Barbara Longley

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Barbara Longley) — Tue, 08 Jul 2014 13:57:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Highlander's Bargain Subtitle: Loch Moigh, Book 2 Author: Barbara Longley Narrator: Angela Dawe Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-14 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 541 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Before he can settle down, blond-haired, blue-eyed Robley of clan MacKintosh needs to taste true adventure. So when the faerie Madame Giselle asks him to retrieve her stolen property in exchange for two enchanted tokens that will whisk him across the centuries, he jumps at the chance. Nurse and future midwife Erin Durie is broke and alone, thanks to a roommate who skipped town and the psychic gifts that make relationships too intense and painful to bear. Then a kilted man magically drops into her arms, looking for a guide to the 21st century, and she cant deny the attraction. But magical treachery soon throws open times portal once more - and puts a blade to Robley's throat. Now Erin must decide where - or when - her healing powers can do the most good - and whether she can live without her handsome Highlander. In the second thrilling novel of Loch Moigh, award-winning author Barbara Longley delivers more of the action, adventure, and romance that began in the pulse-pounding True to the Highlander. Members Reviews: A Very Good Bargain! After finishing "True to the highlander" I knew I wanted to know Robley's story I was delighted to find that this book was just as cute as the first. In this story, Robley sets off for an adventure and meets up with Erin who is a 21st century career minded and college educated woman. They develop a quick friendship which evolves into a romance that defies centuries. Their journey is romantic, witty, clever, and magical. If you like fun and easy listening Highland romances then give whole series a try. . Sometimes Fae can be a good thing, sometimes not. Any additional comments? It hasnt been long since I listened to book one of the same series. The first book was very good, so I settled with anticipation into listening to this one. My readers, author Barbara Longley creates one hilarious read! And with time travel. I loved it! It was extremely amusing Aarons reaction to Robleys modernization. I loved how Ms. Langley kept me laughing, whether it was from Robleys reactions, Aarons reaction or to my own seeing the ridiculous situation. Madame Giselle is back in this story, sending Robley through time. Robley joins us from the 15th century. He had been listening to True for years telling about her home in the future. He needed to know of it himself, so what better way than through Madame Giselle. Once swept into the 21st century, he readily adjusts. Plus he had his own personal guide, the very lass he dropped onto from the skies. Aaron is no ordinary woman, but one with a gift easing peoples fears and pain. Thats why she was so good at being a nurse. She was close to finishing her mid-wife certification. Robleys dropping in so to speak was a blessing. He roomed and boarded with her plus she was to help him navigate the waters of a new world insuring she had enough money to pay her bills until she graduated. What would you think if you were from the 15th century, 584 years in the past and heard words like pissed off, debit card, kidding, in the system, insurance, get out!, jonsing, a shift, going out. These are just a few of the words needing clarification for our Scottish hero. With Robleys insatiable need to learn he read one of Edens erotic romance books while she was at work. He was totally comical, starting to use 21st century vernacular with his Scottish brogue.

My Sweet Folly Audiobook by Laura Kinsale

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Laura Kinsale) — Thu, 05 Sep 2013 20:39:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Sweet Folly Author: Laura Kinsale Narrator: Nicholas Boulton Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 09-05-13 Publisher: Hedgehog Inc Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 469 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: "My dear girl! I could never fall in love by letter. Though I have no doubt you are a notorious breaker of hearts, not to mention a princess in disguise, and if I were a few miles closer to Toot-above-the-Batch I would be in great danger. From the safe distance of another continent, I will admit to a modest desire to see how your pearl becomes you, even to know the color of your hair and eyes, but this is mere curiosity, I assure you." -Your knight, Robert Through their innocent correspondence, a lonely young wife grows to love an imaginary man thousands of miles away. But when he returns to England from India, her idea of reality is turned upside down. Drawn from a safe world of tea and parlor chat into madness and mystery, she cannot find her own cherished Robert in the frightening stranger who claims her love. Laura Kinsale personally chose the exceptional talent of Nicholas Boulton to voice her favorite heroine, sweet, witty Folie with her ferret, Toot. Critic Reviews: "Flawless transitions and pacing convey the elements of suspense and sexuality in this romantic mystery." ( AudioFile Magazine) Members Reviews: Delightful Journey of Romance vs Reality This is my first book by Laura Kinsale so I didnt know what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised to find this author wrote complex real to life characters along with a story that was a combination of romance, mystery, and adventure. For me, this was the kind of book that kept me guessing along the way. The main character Robert is a controlled, multi-faceted man of means and Folly is a woman who is a romantic dreamer who slowly loses faith in her quest. Together their romance grows in an unusual progression of adventure where they learn trust, faith and the journey of love. The narrator was terrific. His voice is perfect for this type of story. His voice reminds me of the voice of (the actor) Richard Armitage who has narrated a few books on Audible. . If you enjoy a great romantic/mystery story that doesn't have detailed sex scenes then I would highly recommend this book. Kinsale's Best Heroine You know how among your friends there's often one half of a couple whos so great that you willingly put up with a dead-head spouse for the privilege of spending time with him/her? Well, "My Sweet Folly" is like that for me. The heroine, Folie Hamilton, isterrific. She's loving and caring, she's brave, she's laugh-out-loud funny, she's really smart, and she would never knowingly hurt anybody on purpose. Unfortunately, her chosen beloved one Lieutenant Robert Cambourne late of the British Bengal Infantry in India -- isn't really any of those things. Or hes not consistent enough at them to make him much of a hero. To be honest, I dont know what she sees in him. (As my husband and I always say, Must be a sex thing) At any rate, this is a good story by a great author read by a terrific narrator. Mr. Boultons a kick. Nobody NOBODY is better at British doctors, lawyers, clergy and aristocratic matrons! Of particular note in this outing is the extended scene around poor, drunk Sir Howard and his long-suffering wife Lady Dingley as they try to enlist a sick, preoccupied Folie to do some matchmaking. The story reads very funny at this point, but its absolutely hysterical in Mr. Boultons audio. Tolerate/endure Lieutenant Cambourne.

Green Darkness Audiobook by Anya Seton

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Anya Seton) — Tue, 11 Nov 2014 06:25:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Green Darkness Author: Anya Seton Narrator: Heather Wilds Format: Unabridged Length: 23 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 11-11-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 109 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Green Darkness is the story of a great love, a love in which mysticism, suspense, and mystery form a web of good and evil forces that stretches from Tudor England to the England of the 20th century. The marriage of the Englishman Richard Marsdon and his young American wife, Celia, slowly turns tragic as Richard withdraws into himself and Celia suffers a debilitating emotional breakdown. A wise mystic realizes that Celia can escape her past only by reliving it. She journeys back 400 years to her former life as the servant girl Celia de Bohun during the reign of Edward VI - and to her doomed love affair with the chaplain Stephen Marsdon. Although Celia and Stephen can't escape the horrifying consequences of their love, fate (and time) offer them another chance for redemption. Critic Reviews: "Anya Seton has a knack of vividly painting the glory, cruelty, passion, and prejudice of long-ago days." ( Hartford Courant) Members Reviews: A different narrator would have made all the difference. The narrator's accents for the different characters were very good but this book has a lot of description and the enjoyment of the story was marred by the reader's monotone delivery and disregard for punctuation. Commas treated like periods and then other times periods were so lightly skipped over that everything ran together. Some of the highlights and critcal moments in the story were lost as a result. hummm... Story was pretty predictable but interesting. The narrator was terrible and I found it hard to keep my attention because of it. A wonderful discovery What did you love best about Green Darkness? I came upon this novel entirely by chance and did not realize that it was a best-seller in 1972 until I decided to research the author. I love historical fiction and quality or original offers in that genre have not been many over the past couple of years - "Wolf Hall" and "Bring Up the Bodies" being notable exceptions. This novel is perhaps more of a "historical romance". The story takes place during Tudor times but does not involve the better known Tudor nobles. It is absorbing and entertaining. The characters are full of human flaws and this makes them believable. What was one of the most memorable moments of Green Darkness? The encounters between the protagonists, being few and sparse in detail were precious. This novel has a "reincarnation" subplot that is quite unnecessary and it takes place in the 1960's. The central plot which takes place in Tudor England in places that still exist today is the bulk of the story and enough on itself. Would you listen to another book narrated by Heather Wilds? It took me a while to get use to this narrator's rhythm; having done so, I would listen to another narration by her. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I found the story very engaging; once it hooked me I just wanted to keep on listening. Any additional comments? This was a treat. It had a bit of history, romance, murder, madness, metaphisics...all expertly but simply mixed to snare the reader. It is remarkable that it did not seem at all dated. Good story the second time around I loved this book when I first read it many years ago. It sparked my interest in reincarnation. I wondered if if would still like it at 60+. To my surprise I did.

Scandal Wears Satin Audiobook by Loretta Chase

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Loretta Chase) — Wed, 30 Apr 2014 20:32:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Scandal Wears Satin Subtitle: Dressmakers, Book 2 Author: Loretta Chase Narrator: Kate Reading Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 04-30-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 583 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: A blue-eyed innocent on the outside and a shark on the inside, dressmaker Sophy Noirot could sell sand to Bedouins. Selling Maison Noirot's beautiful designs to aristocratic ladies is a little harder, especially since a recent family scandal has made an enemy of one of society's fashion leaders. Turning scandal to the shop's advantage requires every iota of Sophy's skills, leaving her little patience for a big, reckless rake like the Earl of Longmore. The gorgeous lummox can't keep more than one idea in his head at a time, and his idea is taking off all of Sophy's clothes. But when Longmore's sister, Noirot's wealthiest, favorite customer, runs away, Sophy can't let him bumble after her on his own. In hot pursuit with the one man who tempts her beyond reason, she finds desire has never slipped on so smoothly... Critic Reviews: "Flawless pacing, effervescent wit, and nonstop humor that ranges from subtle to outright hilarious come together in a satisfying, delectably descriptive romp." ( Library Journal, Starred Review) Members Reviews: Great sequel to a great series! This book is the second book in the Dressmaker's Series, it's the sequel to Silk is for Seduction. It's best enjoyed after the first book as some of the original characters appear and have small roles. Scandal is the story of Sophy Noirot, the second of the Noirot sisters, a gorgeous and skilled dressmaker determined to keep her shop afloat. Due to the events in the first book, the shop is losing customers and the sisters have made an enemy of a wealthy and influential lady. While Sophy is trying to fix matters, Lady Clara, one of the shop's best customers, is caught in a compromising position with a fortune hunter and runs away. Sophy and Lady Clara's older brother Lord Longmore give chase and the romance begins. There were so many enjoyable things about this book. I loved the little historical bits prefacing every chapter, they lent a flavor to the story. The addition of the little scamp was a good choice as well and added some humor to the story. The banter is great! I did miss the secondary characters. Little Lucy doesn't really appear in the story, and I don't remember the third sister showing up at all. One of the best parts of the first book was the relationship between the sisters. That doesn't really feature much into the sequel because a good half of the book is spent traveling away from the shop. The narration is amazing, Kate Reading is a genius and does the voices so well, each person has a distinct speaking voice. Unfortunately there is a LOT of "he said" "she said" during conversations. Normally that wouldn't be a problem, but when the narrator is reading in the characters' speaking voices, and then repeatedly says he said or she said in a normal speaking voice, it stands out! Overall great sequel to a wonderful series. I will be buying the third one for sure. Good follow up... I was slightly disappointed in this book. It was still a good book; in fairness. I would have included the sisters more in the story and Lucy who charmed us all in the first book, was relegated to a few references in this book. What I loved about the first book and missed in the second book was the relationship between the sisters.

Breathless Audiobook by Beverly Jenkins

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Beverly Jenkins) — Tue, 31 Jan 2017 10:50:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Breathless Author: Beverly Jenkins Narrator: Kim Staunton Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 01-31-17 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 188 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: A strong-willed beauty finds herself in the arms of the handsome drifter from her past in this second book in the sizzling series set in the Old West, from USA Today best-selling author Beverly Jenkins. As manager of one of the finest hotels in Arizona Territory, Portia Carmichael has respect and stability - qualities sorely missing from her harsh childhood. She refuses to jeopardize that by hitching herself to the wrong man. Suitors are plentiful, but none of them has ever looked quite as tempting as the family friend who just rode into town, and none has looked at her with such intensity and heat. Duchess. That's the nickname Kent Randolph gave Portia when she was a young girl. Now she's a stunning, intelligent woman - and Kent has learned his share of hard lessons. After drifting through the West, he's learned the value of a place to settle down, and in Portia's arms he's found that and more. But convincing her to trust him with her heart, not just her passion, will be the greatest challenge he's known - and one he intends to win. Members Reviews: Love her books I really enjoyed this story although I couldn't get past the narrators voice. It seemed like she used the same voice for each character and it threw me off. Good read as always... Excellent follow-up Great follow up to Forbidden. Now I'm waiting for a Destiny follow-up. I love Kim as a narrator.....Love, live. love Ms. Jenkins Great continuation I like the book and the continuation of the storys characters. The main problem I had was when the narrator tried to do the different accents. It was distracting. Other than that it was pretty good. Cant wait to read the next installment! I already have it preordered loved it. Very fun story of love. Can't wait for the next book. Love the Fontaine story. Good read Bev and narrator MRS. JENKINS IS SIMPLY THE BEST LOVED IT MRS. JENKINS IS THE GREATEST STORY TELLER IN HISTORY I THINK I HAVE EVERY ONE OF HER BOOKS AND I REREAD THEM ALL THE TIME AND ENJOY THEM ALL OVER AGAIN THANKS MRS JENKINS PERRY WILLS PORTLAND OREGON

The Lady of the Lakes Audiobook by Josi S. Kilpack

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Josi S. Kilpack) — Fri, 04 Aug 2017 17:09:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Lady of the Lakes Subtitle: The True Love Story of Sir Walter Scott Author: Josi S. Kilpack Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 08-04-17 Publisher: Shadow Mountain Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Walter Scott has three passions: Scotland, poetry, and Mina Stuart. Though she is young and they are from different stations in society, Walter is certain their love is meant to be. For years he has courted her through love letters. She is the sunshine of his soul. Though Mina shares Walter's love of literature and passionate temperament, it's hard for her to know if she truly loves him or if she has only been dazzled by his flattery. When she meets the handsome and charming William Forbes, her heart is challenged. Who will she choose? But as every poet knows, "the course of true love never did run smooth", and on a windy morning in the lake country, Walter meets Charlotte. At 26, Charlotte Carpenter believes she will never find love. After all, she is a Catholic-born Frenchwoman living in London with a family history shadowed by scandal. Though quiet, practical, and determined to live a life of independence, her heart longs for someone to love her and a place to call home. Passion and promises collide as Walter, Mina, and Charlotte must each decide the course for their futures. What are they each willing to risk to find love and be loved in return? Members Reviews: It's a must read or listen on audible! The best thing about the book is that the person reading it sounds like they are a male Scottish Man which just draws you more into the book. I'm terminally ill & my doctor has me listen to books before I go to sleep to trick my brain to focus on listening rather than focusing on the pain. Well every other book has work & I MEAN A LOT OF BOOKS!!! Have worked but the second this book started I found myself listening to the book. The next thing I new it was 4hrs later. I couldn't fall asleep to the book because it was that good! It was so good I got a first edition of The Lady Of The Lakes By: Sir Walter Scott for my son. Just so you know it's a completely different book. This book was made in 2017 the Sir Walter Scott book was from 1810. I highly recommend this book but just make sure your ready to get another book that has to do with Sir Walter Scott because like I said it pulls you in wanting more. I hope you enjoy it as much as me. That has now listened to it three times now. Enjoy love & everything it may bring you, Michelle Absolutely magnificent The author writes with exceptional skill and beauty. The story is beautifully told and fully maintained my interest from beginning to end. It is a simple story but told with sensitivity and clarity. I can not say enough good things about this book. Beautiful reading The narration had me so enthralled I couldn't stop listening. Wonderful story!! I would recommend to anyone that has the heart for a good Love story!

Duke of Pleasure Audiobook by Elizabeth Hoyt

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Elizabeth Hoyt) — Tue, 29 Nov 2016 22:15:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Duke of Pleasure Subtitle: Maiden Lane, Book 11 Author: Elizabeth Hoyt Narrator: Ashford McNab Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 11-29-16 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 268 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: In the Arms of Danger Bold. Brave. Brutally handsome. Hugh Fitzroy, the Duke of Kyle, is the king's secret weapon. Sent to defeat the notorious Lords of Chaos, he is ambushed in a London alley - and rescued by an unlikely ally: a masked stranger with the unmistakable curves of a woman. In the Heat of Desire Cocky. Clever. Courageously independent. Alf has survived on the perilous streets of St. Giles by disguising her sex. By day she is a boy, dealing in information and secrets. By night she's the notorious Ghost of St. Giles, a masked vigilante. But as she saves Hugh from assassins, she finds herself succumbing to temptation. One Kiss Will Change Their Lives Forever When Hugh hires Alf to investigate the Lords of Chaos, her worlds collide. Once Hugh realizes that the boy and the Ghost are the same, will Alf find the courage to become the woman she needs to be - before the Lords of Chaos destroy them both? Members Reviews: Loved it, classic Hoyt This was such a great, long anticipated book for ALF, who we met... I don't know... maybe 5 or so maiden lane books ago? It's pretty hard for me to imagine a hero good enough for our Alf, the spy/urchin/Jane of the Urban 18th Century St. Giles Jungle. And honestly it took me a little while to warm to Kyle. While important to the plot, I felt there was too much about Kyle's late wife and all that angst and not enough relationship development between Alf and Kyle though this quickly changed and was so well done later in the book (the last 3/4 probably). The action is SOOOO good, Hoyt has never disappointed in the action arena imo. And I love that Alf is right there in it, truly any man's equal and probably now my favorite heroine of Hoyt's (yeah Silence might have to take a second place now!). Eventually I came to love Kyle and even Iris (I'm dying for her story now, damn you Hoyt and your teasers!). *** Beware audio listeners: the loooong list of numbers will feel like death but do not despair - it does come to an end! I have alway adored listening to Ms Ashford McNab; her storytelling abilities always make me smile and accent reminiscent of Kiera Knightly telling me bedtime stories. So YES! Worth a credit! The Ghost of St Giles Returns!!! Adventurous Where does Duke of Pleasure rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? I listen to a lot of audiobooks, so I'd say somewhere in the middle. What did you like best about this story? The adventures of the notorious Ghost of St. Giles, who is also the information broker, Alf. The Ghost of St. Giles is a self appointed protector of children and the vulnerable that live in the Stews; the most dangerous district in London. Her skill with swords and knives are undefeatable and no-one can catch her when she nimbly takes to the rooftops, leaping from one roof to another. Which scene was your favorite? When the Ghost of St. Giles goes to the rescue of handsome Hugh Fitzroy, the Duke of Kyle when he is set upon by a gang of footpads. Leaping into the fray with a sword in each hand the Ghost of St. Giles goes to work evening the odds. Standing back to back the petite swords-woman and ex-soldier emerged from the alley victorious. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I was near tears a few times. Any additional comments? The story was unrealistic, but it is fiction. I enjoyed it.

The Beauty Bride Audiobook by Deborah Cooke, Claire Delacroix

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Deborah Cooke) — Wed, 24 Sep 2014 10:45:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Beauty Bride Subtitle: The Jewels of Kinfairlie, Book 1 Author: Deborah Cooke, Claire Delacroix Narrator: Saskia Maarleveld Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 09-24-14 Publisher: Deborah A. Cooke Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 155 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: More cherished than gold are the Jewels of Kinfairlie, and only the worthiest may fight for their love...The Laird of Kinfairlie has unmarried sisters, each a gem in her own right. And he has no choice but to see them all wed in haste. Lady Madeline's heart is not for sale - especially not to a notorious outlaw like Rhys FitzHenry. Yet Madeline's hand has been sold, to none other than this battle-weary warrior with a price on his head. A more dutiful maiden might cede to the Laird's command and meekly accept her fate, but Madeline has never been obedient. She decides to run away, though she never dreams that Rhys will pursue her. She does not expect this taciturn man to woo her with fanciful stories, much less that each of his enthralling tales will reveal a scar upon his shielded soul. She never imagines that a man like Rhys could imperil her own heart while revealing so little of his own feelings. When Rhys's past threatens his future, Madeline takes a leap of faith. She dares to believe him innocent - and risks her own life to pursue a passion more priceless than the rarest gem. Members Reviews: A romance that will take your breath away! Would you listen to The Beauty Bride again? Why? The Beauty Bride is one of those rare novels that will stick with you long past the final chapters. The characters are exceptionally well done and I would listen to it again like one would visit a favorite friend. The tales told by Rhys, the hero in the story, are exceptional and I'd want to listen to those again to take away the touching lessons his tales told. What other book might you compare The Beauty Bride to and why? For readers who enjoy romance novels and authors like Sabrina Jeffries, Christina Dodd, and Heather Snow, Claire DelaCroix is sure to impress! Her writing is skillful, detailed, and writing in a manner that will capture the readers full attention and pull you into her magnificent tale of love, courage, and adventure. What about Saskia Maarlevelds performance did you like? Saskia Maarleveld excelled throughout the entire novel. Her narration was even flowing, smooth, and easy to listen to. I was especially impressed by her range of voices and the way she captured the dialogue with the right mix of emotion. She added depth to the novel and I would listen to anything she narrates. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? This was a book that was almost impossible to pause! The plot is intricately woven and captivating. The characters are so well done that I enjoyed every word, laughing out loud at some of the well written dialogue. I absolutely would have loved to have listened to this all in one sitting. I listen to audiobooks mostly while commuting, and I have to say for once I looked forward to Monday morning just so I could hear the end of this delightful tale. Any additional comments? The Beauty Bride is one of those rare novels that will stick with you long past the final chapters. The characters are exceptionally well done and I would listen to it again like one would visit a favorite friend.

My Brave Highlander Audiobook by Vonda Sinclair

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Vonda Sinclair) — Mon, 01 Jun 2015 00:43:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: My Brave Highlander Author: Vonda Sinclair Narrator: Dave Gillies Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 06-01-15 Publisher: Vonda Sinclair Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 196 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Battle-hardened warrior Dirk MacLerie isn't who everyone thinks he is. He's Dirk MacKay, heir apparent to the MacKay chiefdom and Dunnakeil Castle on the far north coast of Scotland. When he returns home after a long absence, will his clan know him, and will the duplicitous enemy that tried to murder him 12 years ago kill him in truth this time? Lady Isobel MacKenzie is a beautiful, young widow betrothed to yet another highland chief by her brother's order. But when her future brother-in-law accosts her and threatens to kill her, she is forced to flee into a highland snowstorm. When she runs into a rugged, imposing man she thought dead, she wonders whether he will turn her over to her enemy or take her to safety. Dirk remembers the enchanting, dark-eyed Isobel from when he was a lad, but now she is bound to another man by legal contract, an important detail she would prefer to forget. She wishes to choose her own husband and has her sights set on Dirk. But he would never steal another man's bride, would he? The tantalizing lady fires up his passions, testing his willpower and honor at every turn, even as some of his own treacherous clansmen plot his downfall. Members Reviews: Brave Highlander Meets Feisty Young Widow ;-) I was looking for a book to distract me from doing yard work and this one hit the spot. This is book 3 of the Highland Adventure Series. It is a nicely written 4 star book where all the characters are likable. The heroine, Isobel, is a spunky and determined young woman and Dirk is a honorable, trustworthy (and yes, brave) Laird. Their love story progresses into a wonderfully sweet adventure that warms the heart. If you are looking for a Highlander romance that's entertaining, and takes your mind off your work (or troubles) then put this book on your "to read" list. And, definitely grab it if it goes on sale! ;-) Another amazing story! What made the experience of listening to My Brave Highlander the most enjoyable? I read this story and listening to it, was so much fun! It's perfect to listen in the car or at home, it gives the story another dimension! What did you like best about this story? It's a fast paced Scottish adventure with a beautiful heroine and a sexy highlander! Ms. Sinclair never disappoints me! Here, you will find love, action and intrigue! What does Dave Gillies bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? His voice is perfect for My Brave Highlander! Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? I got pulled into the story by the suspense that kept my interest until the end! Any additional comments? Ms. Sinclair is a talented storyteller and her books are amazing, so, if you haven't tried her books, maybe you should get her audio books! Lovely Scottish romance with perfect narration! Where does My Brave Highlander rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? I really enjoyed it. It certainly held my rapt attention. Having it voiced by someone with such a delightful Scottish brogue makes it rank as one of the best Scottish romances I've listened to. What was one of the most memorable moments of My Brave Highlander? Following please find a snippet from a favorite scene where the couple are sharing sleeping arrangements - but not sleeping together...

Highland Velvet Audiobook by Jude Deveraux

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jude Deveraux) — Tue, 26 May 2015 00:43:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Highland Velvet Author: Jude Deveraux Narrator: Gabra Zackman Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 05-26-15 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 204 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Bronwyn MacArran was a proud Scot. Stephen Montgomery was one of the hated English. He came to Scotland as a conqueror, saw her beauty, and was vanquished. But still she would abhor him. She owned a temper hot enough to forge the armors of battle or inflame a valiant soldier's passion. Yet still she would resist him. She became his reason to live, his reason to love. And still she would deny him. But while clan fought clan, while brother took up sword against brother and the highlands ran with blood - their destiny was made...and this mighty warrior pledged himself to his woman's pride, her honor, and her name - and made of their love a torch to burn through the ages. Members Reviews: "If He Were a Stallion, We'd Be Rich" If you could sum up Highland Velvet in three words, what would they be? Awaited Great Classic. Note: listen on new 1.25x speed to get the full effect of this classic. If you are new to this author, but love the older historical classics, this series is great. What did you like best about this story? Since the great Katherine Widdoweiss isn't on audible, the 4 Velvet brothers are a wonderful classic revisited. Many of us classic core historical romance fans have waited over 20 yrs for this series. Stephen will steal your heart. Remember, 20 years ago, men were men. This is not FSOG material, but a true classic historical. Which character as performed by Gabra Zackman was your favorite? Morag steals this story. Stephen is a dream. So glad author paired with Ms Zackman as few other readers could bring this saga series to life. Ms Zackman's Kyra Davis/Sophie Katz series is great for modern light mystery romance. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Of course! This is a classic not to be missed #3 is the weakest, and the Velvet Angel is not as great as the opening chapters. If you start, buy #1 or 2, if you are hooked, then buy the rest. What's not to love???? Would you listen to Highland Velvet again? Why? Yes! I love highland stories, and this is my first audible listen from this author, and narrator. I felt both were excellent! There was more story telling, and less explicit sex scenes, so I was able to listen aloud without having to hurray and put on headphones! Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I actually did! Any additional comments? Definitely looking forward to listening to the rest in the series when available! heroine is SO frustrating and childish Did not like the heroine's character. She was childish and so frustrating that at times I was not sure how much of it I could take. She had nothing to recommend her except her supposed great looks and body. Is that all it takes for the hero to fall for her and take what she dishes out? I am a woman and I had enough by the end of the first hour. Not sure how to say it, but even though I did not dislike the book, but I did not like it either and it was solely due to the heroine's temper tantrums and childish manners. I am glad it is over. A Great Historical Romance Would you consider the audio edition of Highland Velvet to be better than the print version? I do enjoy the audio version more than the print due to the great narration provided by Gabra Zackman. Her Scottish accent adds to the narration and the humor of this original novel which I loved when originally published in 1982. Historical Romances stand up better than current day novels.

Highland Honor Audiobook by Hannah Howell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Hannah Howell) — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 02:30:33 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Highland Honor Subtitle: Murray Family, Book 2 Author: Hannah Howell Narrator: Angela Dawe Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 10-22-12 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 316 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Nigel Murray saw through her masquerade from the start: a young woman trying to pass herself off as a page. It almost worked - until she was unmasked in battle with the English, at the point of a sword. Nigel recklessly saved the raven-haired beauty, whose secrets now endangered them both. He spirited her off to Scotland, determined to erase the terror he tasted in her kiss. Gisele knew the dark side of men, having barely escaped the brutality of her highborn husband, Lord Deveau. Now, with Deveau murdered and a price on her head, she was every man's prey - hunted for a crime she did not commit. Nigel is her only refuge, a handsome stranger who challenged her with a fiery sensuality that burned all fear in its wake. But to truly trust him, Gisele must put the past behind her, and let her heart accept the simple truth... of his undying love. Members Reviews: I want a highlander Worth the credit plenty of adventures did not enjoy the end very much wanted more details after they finally get together. Narrator is bad If there is a reader/performer of audio books who has a more annoying vocal pattern, I have never heard her. Angela Dawe's monotonous narration completely ruined an otherwise okay novel. I tried very hard to listen to the whole thing. I tried speeding it up. I tried slowing it down. Nothing worked. I gave up after falling asleep for the third time. Dawe's characterizations aren't bad; but unfortunately, it's not all dialogue. I'm ordering the book on my Nook. Murray Men, at it Again! This is the 2nd book of the Highland Series featuring the Murray brothers,It's 7 years later as we learn what happened to Nigel since he left Donncoill after losing Maldie to his brother Balfour. Nigel becomes a mercenary, offering his sword and fighting skills to any French lord who pays the most. But when he wakes up one morning to find himself sprawled in the mud, having spent all night boozing with no recollection of how he got there, he knew it was time for him to go home and face reality. While deep in thoughts, he hears voices and checks to see whom they belong to. He spots two people deep in conversation but knew instantly that the one dressed like a lad is a woman. Gisele Deveau is a hunted woman. Falsely accused of the gruesome death (no really GRUESOME) of her wealthy husband, she has been running away for a whole year. When Nigel ends up saving her life, she knows that he is her only hope. Realizing that Gisele's life is in extreme danger, Nigel is overcome with the need to protect her, especially when he learns that she is pretty much on her own. And although she fears men in general Gisele has little choice but to trust the man who has entangled himself in her troubles. Little do they know that they would be faced with another trouble: that of their growing attraction to each other. Nigel is torn and confused about what he feels for Giselle who looks very much like Maldie, his sister in law - and the reason he left home in the first place. While Gisele is terrified to put her trust in another man after what she has experienced at the hands of her husband. Gisele is a likable heroine, very similar to Maldie but with a sharper tongue. Both characters are strong and well-matched and as passionate as the first book's characters.

Highland Flame Audiobook by Mary Wine

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Wine) — Tue, 05 Sep 2017 08:59:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Highland Flame Subtitle: Highland Weddings, Book 4 Author: Mary Wine Narrator: Antony Ferguson Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 09-05-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 39 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Laird Diocail Gordon has just come into his title and inherited his father's run-down castle and rag-tag clan. He knows the sorry sight of the castle would send any woman running, but is determined to find a wife to help return his home to its former glory. Widow Jane Stafford is on a mission - return to England even if it means trudging through the Scottish Highlands on foot. Her travels lead her straight to the path of danger until a mysterious, brawny man comes out of nowhere and saves her - and the spark between them is immediate. With a target on Jane's back, she knows the only way to stay safe is to go with Diocail. But the real trouble will be guarding her heart from her newly ignited Highland flame.... Critic Reviews: "Wine creates such a strong atmosphere you will long to be in the Highlands and wish for more of her enchanting tales." (RT Book Reviews) Members Reviews: Wonderfully exciting As always Mary Wine excites and thrills in this book. Im looking forward to her next book hoping she continues with the Gunns and the Grants. highlander rule Great book to Read enjoied immensely. Loved the characters in the book. Held my interest until the end and left me wanting more.

Duty Demands: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Audiobook by Elaine Owen

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Elaine Owen) — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 14:32:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Duty Demands: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Author: Elaine Owen Narrator: Siobhan Waring Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 01-12-18 Publisher: Elaine Owen Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: When Elizabeth's father dies unexpectedly, she is surprised to find that the proud, arrogant Mr. Darcy wants to marry her - and even more surprised when her uncle tells her why. But after they are married she begins to see a different side of her husband. Darcy thinks that Elizabeth has married him for love, but slowly begins to realize that all is not as it appears in their marriage. Will he still love her when the truth is revealed? Will our two favorite characters overcome their misunderstandings and achieve a marriage based on more than duty and obligation? This is a Pride and Prejudice variation brought to you by the author of Mr. Darcy's Persistent Pursuit, Love's Fool: The Taming of Lydia Bennet, and One False Step. Members Reviews: Intriguing cant stop listening book. Wonderfully engaging and well-written story that balances character development and plot advancement successfully. Well worth the time to readwarningbe prepared to immerse yourself in this period and story! My Thoughts on Duty Demands What if, when Mr. Darcy had first proposed, Elizabeth had an overwhelming reason to say yes. What if, instead of that unforgettable confrontation that, for me, changed the course of their relationship and lead to me seeing a different side of Darcy, they had married with all the issues unspoken and unresolved that came to light from that first proposal and refusal and the letter Darcy wrote after? Those what ifs are explored in this fantastic variation of Pride and Prejudice. For me this book kept true to the spirit of the original and was a very believable twist. Plus I loved the idea of seeing Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy after the I Do's. The narrator for this book was fantastic. I just loved listening to her bring Elizabeth and all the other characters I loved to life in this story. I highly recommend this one to Jane Austen fans. "I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review." lovely just lovely personally me I don't like other variations to the same story but Pride and Prejudice are one of my favorites at all times and somehow this book was incredible I want make you any spoilers but I truly think you should listen to this book if you like Pride and Prejudice I loved the story very much I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review." More Intimate Variation I very much enjoyed listening to this variation of Pride and Prejudice. I am grateful that I did not live in that time period with all of the restrictions imposed by society. I think the author did great with the imagery for this book and emotions involved, and current issues of society. The narrator did an excellent performance with her distinguishable voices for the various characters. With this book I became a much bigger fan of Mr. Darcy and his unselfish personality, although I thought he should have communicated better with Mrs. Darcy. My review is not a synopsis of the book, but rather my opinion of it. This book was given to me for free at my request and I provided this voluntary review. I will definitely listen to more books by both the author and narrator in the future. Very sweet. Quite enjoyable. This story does not follow cannon but it well worth the read.

A Wallflower Christmas Audiobook by Lisa Kleypas

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lisa Kleypas) — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 21:27:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Wallflower Christmas Author: Lisa Kleypas Narrator: Rosalyn Landor Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 12-02-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 617 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Its Christmastime in London and Rafe Bowman has arrived from America for his arranged meeting with Natalie Blandford, the very proper and beautiful daughter of Lady and Lord Blandford. His chiseled good looks and imposing physique are sure to impress the lady-in-waiting, and if it werent for his shocking American ways and wild reputation, her hand would already be guaranteed. Before the courtship can begin, Rafe realizes he must learn the rules of London society. But when four former Wallfowers try their hand at matchmaking, no one knows what will happen. And winning a bride turns out to be more complicated than Rafe Bowman anticipated, especially for a man accustomed to getting anything he wants. However, Christmas works in the most unexpected ways, changing a cynic to a romantic and inspiring passion in the most timid of hearts. Members Reviews: Very enjoyable addition to the series It was nice to revisit old friends in this series. I would call this short but very enjoyable. This book, as well as all the books in the series, is very entertaining. It is funny, romantic and emotional at times. All the books are well written and narrated to perfection! A Christmas gift from Lisa! This is a shorter book, as this series goes, but no less full of everything I love about Lisa Kleypas and the Wallflowers, with the added bonus that it takes place at glorious Stoney Cross during Christmas time -- and the whole gang is there! Rafe Bowman, a reputed ladies man, is being encouraged (blackmailed) by his parents into marrying into the aristocracy. Rafe wants control of part of Bowman's Soap, and the price is marriage to Lady Natalie. This kind of pressure is not new for Rafe: His father has been bullying him since he was a young boy in an effort to make him into a carbon copy of himself. That's probably why Rafe doesn't capitulate to their demands as a rule -- but dammit, this time something he really wants is at stake, so he's considering it. Then he meets Hannah, Lady Natalie's poor relation and companion, a young woman who has already formed a rather poor opinion of Rafe based on what's she's heard from the rumor mill. And yet, he has a strangely compelling effect on her -- especially after they kiss. I've been collecting Christmas themed HRs in a special playlist to pull out during the holiday season, (as a secret santa gift to myself!), and this is one of my favorites. (The scene with the toupee is a classic, as is the reading of A Christmas Carol.) I can't think of a nicer way to spend Christmas eve, (after everyone else has finally gone to bed), than to sit in my favorite chair in front of the fire, and listen to this lovely story. It's become a yearly favorite. The lovely scene when the Wallflowers and their husbands, along with Hannah and Rafe, are all together and decorating the tree -- with tiny wires holding tiny candles! The idea of the candles really captures my imagination, though I'll admit it does give me pause. What a fire hazard! (Even Westcliff suffers a bit of trepidation at the thought of burning the manor down!) With all our modern electrical decorations, we can only imagine how magical such a tree would have been at that simpler time. I would love to see a tree decorated that way, just once. Rosalyn Landor, as always, is a Christmas gift as well. Highly Recommended! A Cute Series. Any additional comments? A sweet Christmas story.

To Wed a Highlander Audiobook by Michele Sinclair

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michele Sinclair) — Mon, 19 Aug 2013 21:17:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: To Wed a Highlander Subtitle: McTiernay Brothers, Book 2 Author: Michele Sinclair Narrator: Anne Flosnik Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 08-19-13 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 219 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Makenna Dunstan has never needed a man's protection before. But when her father's failing health places the safety of the clan in her hands, she has no choice but to marry Colin McTiernay. Fearing the emotions Colin awakens within her, she finds herself succumbing too easily to his lingering kisses and warm caresses. Yet she wonders if she can truly trust this highlander who is quickly stealing her heart.... A highlander from birth, Colin McTiernay knows the Dunstan clan dislikes him, especially the laird's youngest daughter. But he is determined to save the lowlanders from their enemies even if that means marrying the willful and impetuous Makenna. Taming this fierce tigress will be a challenge that Colin is confident he can meet by seducing Makenna - and tantalizing her with a passion that will only leave her begging for more. Members Reviews: The highlander is a Hunk and the woman has Spunk Any highlander book that has a strong skillful woman as the heroine has got my attention. This second book in the series introduces the heroine, Makenna, as a strong willed woman who is more of a tom-boy type than a girly girl. She is well trained with a sword but lacks the social and hospitality skills of a Laird's wife. As the story progresses she has to learn how to be a woman in more ways than one. The hero, Colin, who is also a strong warrior, has deal with being a new Laird and controlling his lust for Makenna, The story is made more interesting because of the return of Laurel and Connor from book one. This really added to the depth and appeal of the story. This book is adventurous, romantic, lusty, passionate, steamy, intimate and has a good storyline. I liked this one and am looking forward to book three. New twist on a highlander tale Would you listen to To Wed a Highlander again? Why? No sure, maybe. not because I did not enjoy it. There are just more books in the seriers and I rarely re- read books. What did you like best about this story? I like how it explored the hero being a widower and the emotions behind it. Which scene was your favorite? The night she tried to chase him away from the Loch A DELIGHTFUL MEDIEVAL BATTLE OF THE WILLS Imagine you're the Laird's youngest daughter Makenna and you've been allowed to do just as you please - and what pleases you is hanging out with, and being treated like, one of the lads, loving swordplay, riding, hunting and generally being a rebel. You've got no interest in 'female' pastimes like knowing how to look after the Keep, nor managing or getting to know all the Clan's folk or being bothered about such stupid things as making your appearance attractive. Then your Father, to keep the Clan safe from it's enemies, is determined to marry you off to your dead sister's widower a braw brutish Highland Warrior called Colin so the land, Clan, Castle and yourself will all belong to him (yeah right like that's ever going to happen) so you shout, curse, rant and pray but nobody's listening. Then, on the eve of your wedding, as you start to dress from a dip in the river Colin is suddenly there kissing you and he awakens passion, desire and you can't get enough of him. Colin too has 'issues' with marrying the unladylike spoilt brat MaKenna and she's nothing like your first wife Deirdre who was a frail beauty but nevertheless you loved her.

His Lady Bride Audiobook by Shelley Bradley, Shayla Black

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Shelley Bradley) — Tue, 05 Sep 2017 12:19:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: His Lady Bride Subtitle: Brothers in Arms, Book 1 Author: Shelley Bradley, Shayla Black Narrator: Tim Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 09-05-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 30 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: He was a legend on the battlefield, but Aric Neville, known throughout England as the White Lion, had had his fill of intrigue and bloodshed. So he threw down his sword and walked away, to live a solitary life, cultivating a reputation as a sorcerer. But his prized tranquility was shattered when the villagers brought him a bride. Gwenyth de Auburd was a raven-haired beauty too impudent to ignore and too tempting to resist. When the war raging around them sucked Aric into his past again, he also fought a losing battle against his undeniable desire for the luscious, willful maiden...only to learn that he had come to cherish her as his wife. Contains mature themes. Members Reviews: Irritating Lady Started out pretty good, but the leading lady who was supposed to be strong and spunky, became irritating enough, I wanted to slap her. Her name calling was forced and no longer cute by the end. And every action up to the last 10 minutes showed her to be a unrepentant gold digger. Then at the last second she is suddenly so in love she would give it all up for him. More Please!! I had no idea that Shayla Black wrote historical romance until I stumbled across this audiobook - I loved it! My only regret is that the rest of this series is not yet on Audible so I am (im)patiently waiting for the continuation :) This book is set near the end of the War of the Roses and Aric Neville, famed Yorkist warrior and cousin to Queen Anne, has become disillusioned with the constant fighting, politics and bloodshed. Gwenyth is a saucy, beautiful, spoiled and stubborn yet hilarious character who is both irritating and loveable. As I came to understand her character (and her lamentable circumstances brought on by her cruel family) I was charmed by her creative insults, her refusal to be silenced, and her compassionate nature. Shelley Bradley (a.k.a. Shayla Black) weaves a Phillipa-Gregory-meets-Sylvia-Day tale with skill, humor and sensuality. Tim Campbell is talented as ever in his narration of His Lady Bride. There is some explicit sex in the book but by no means does it take over the story-line. A well-written, sexy, medieval tale of love, politics, war, family, and duty. Keep them coming!! Meh The leading lady made me mad over and over. Too selfish. The story overall was ok. Wish the heroine wasnt so selfish and idiotic. Felt sorry for the leading man more often than not.

All About Love Audiobook by Stephanie Laurens

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stephanie Laurens) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 02:60:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: All About Love Subtitle: A Cynster Novel Author: Stephanie Laurens Narrator: Simon Prebble Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 10-29-09 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 455 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Determined to escape the matchmaking skills of London society, Alasdair Cynster - better known as Lucifer - heads for the English countryside. But his flight from London leads him straight to Phyllida Tallent, a beautiful, strong-willed young woman who is as equally determined as he is to remain unmarried. Critic Reviews: "Phyllida and Lucifer are rich, engaging characters, and Laurens's writing shines." ( Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Nice story Would you consider the audio edition of All About Love to be better than the print version? Yes. I have a whole lot of Stephanie Laurens paper back and hardback books. I finally got tired of trying to read them as they were long and in the case of the paperbacks, the print was so small, it was tiring to read. I did not have this book and it was on sale, so I thought I would give it a try. I really thought Simon Prebble did a marvelous job and really helped the book. It was a nice story with a murder mystery, romance and sex. Another one bites the dust historical-romance, cynsters, cozy-mystery, erotica, murder Read from January 01, 2013 to October 10, 2016 Perfectly delightful as a stand alone, yet it is part of an interesting series. The rake and the spinster are both anti marriage, yet wind up married by the end of the book. They meet because of a murder and work together to track down the murderer and there is lots of action along the way. Simon Prebble does marvelous work as narrator once again. Cynstered Out What did you like best about All About Love? What did you like least? Simon Prebble is a wonderful narrator, but this story was too predictable. Lucifer was too much like his brother and cousins, and his love interest was too much like those of the other Cynsters. It got tiresome. The last of the Bar Cynster meets his match. Delightful love story and intriguing murder mystery all in one. Lucifer and his lady fall for each other and solve the mystery. Enjoyed it all. Great Listen Enjoyable read and conclusion to the Bar Cynster men. The story line had a nice amount of mystery and romance. Simon Prebble is a favorite and the story comes alive when he reads.

Lily Audiobook by Keira Montclair

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Keira Montclair) — Wed, 08 Jun 2016 07:54:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lily Subtitle: The Highland Clan, Book 3 Author: Keira Montclair Narrator: Paul Woodson Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 06-08-16 Publisher: Keira Montclair Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 170 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Lily Ramsay is the sunshine at the center of the Ramsay clan. Even as a wee lassie, sick with a childhood illness, she had the power to spread smiles and laughter wherever she went. But when Lily's beloved brother marries and becomes laird of the clan, Lily feels lost. Her once steadfast companion has little time for her, and his new wife has assumed the duties she used to carry out for the clan. While she couldn't be happier for her loved ones, she longs for something more for herself. In truth, she longs for her brother's best friend - the braw warrior she's loved all her life. Kyle Maule has made it his mission to do aught he can to honor his sire's legacy. His appointment as the new Ramsay laird's second is a dream come true, but Lily Ramsay's beauty and irrepressible spirit threaten to make Kyle forget himself and fumble on the job. Desperate to do his duty to his laird and his fallen sire, Kyle tries to quell his feelings for Lily - to protect her without succumbing to the desire to be with her. But Lily is not the sort of lass to be held at arm's length. When an unexpected threat befalls her, Kyle will have to decide to either let her in all the way or step away from her forever. Members Reviews: Never again... Would you try another book from Keira Montclair and/or Paul Woodson? Yes Would you ever listen to anything by Keira Montclair again? Yes What about Paul Woodsons performance did you like? He did a pretty good job considering the weak plot. What character would you cut from Lily? Lily? Any additional comments? I was hoping the negative reviews about Lily were wrong but I have to agree. My biggest issue with Lily was that she was whiny and still acted like a child instead of a woman grown. Kyle is likable but his weak excuses for not marrying Lily (therefore saving us the CHORE of listening to whiny Lily) and his habit of treating her like a frigging princess. The best parts were the wolves and Logan and Gwyn & their kids....Logan and Gwyn saved yet another book IMO! Another reviewer mentioned that she felt that the author had a hard time transitioning Lily from a child to a young woman and I think she hit the nail right on the head. I'll never read this one again. Even if I re-read Loki and Torrian; i'll skip this one. Story 2 (generous) Narration: 4.5 Story... I like the overall Highland story line but the main characters in this book, Lily and Kyle were a bit weak in substance... Plot was boring and predictable. I like a book with more historical background in balance with the romance. This was my first and only Montclair book, sadly probably last as well. Funny and Romantic I have read this book a few times and I am not one who reads books again. It is cute and funny sweet and Romantic. Kyle is dreamy but funny too! OMG the whining I cannot take all this whining in this book. I enjoy this series but the friggen whining from Lillie and Kyle got old FAST! I Loved this story What made the experience of listening to Lily the most enjoyable? The character of Lily is intriguing because she is so ethereal and other-worldly. I loved the way the author maximized those elements and spun a tale that allowed her nature to soar and her to thrive. What was one of the most memorable moments of Lily? I personally enjoyed the scene involving Lily and Moonbeam, their first meeting etc.

The Hawk Audiobook by Monica McCarty

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Monica McCarty) — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 18:53:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Hawk Author: Monica McCarty Narrator: Robert McNab Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 08-15-11 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 620 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Best-selling author Monica McCarty captivates millions with swashbuckling Scottish romances like The Hawk. Brilliant seafarer Erik MacSorley has never encountered a gale he couldnt weather or a woman he couldnt winuntil he drags a wet, halfclothed nursemaid from the Irish Sea. But Ellies ordinary dress belies the truth that shes the spirited daughter of an Irish nobleman. And her determination to resist Eriks charms is a challenge he cant resist. Members Reviews: After "Braveheart": The Saga Continues (Book 2) Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Monica McCarty's main characters actually did live in the times she has so thoroughly brought to life. Little is known of the actual details of their lives, of course, but she has masterfully woven the history into her stories and her characters' personas. Here is the story of Erik MacSorley, one member of Robert, the Bruce's elite secret army. Half Viking, half Gael, and entirely too charming and handsome, Hawk is one of the most renowned seafarers of his time. His highly secret mission gets off to a very unpropitious start when a young woman, celebrating an ancient pagan ritual, accidently stumbles upon his meeting with the Irish mercenaries he is recruiting to Robert's army. When he does the only thing he can to save her, it very nearly destroys both him and his mission. What other book might you compare The Hawk to and why? First read: The Chief by Monica McCarty to get the foundation. What about Robert McNab???s performance did you like? His performance is improving, though he is not a master with the Irish and Scots brogues. Was there a moment in the book that particular moved you? Yes -- near the end when Erik truly realizes the misery he has cast upon his own future. I love this series!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I have only recently found Monica McCarty and her Highland Guard Series. I love Highland romance stories, but I also enjoy books when they add historical information. I recommend this book, and hope audible will add more of her books I tried to listen.... but I can't get past the narration! I think the story might be good...but I will probably never know since I just can't listen to it anymore. I'm almost half way...but it hurts my ears! The hero sounds like a 85 year-old reading his lines from a prompter (and is reading-1-word-at-a-time-in-stacato) hhmmm A first time author for me recommended by Michele Warin. She said it was a Scottish romance novel which it was. Set in the early 1300's, the historical part was great with the Scots, Irish and English all involved. The romance part was OK, actually pretty intense at times. I didn't know what to expect but I have to admit I enjoyed it, found myself chuckling at times and will likely give the author another go. It was entertaining. Please change narrators Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? I would recommend another Monica McCarty book first with a different narrator. How the producers could choose a narrator with such a horrible Scottish accent is beyond me. It ruins the whole character of Hawk. If this were the first Monica McCarty book I listened to, unfortunately, it would be the last. What other book might you compare The Hawk to and why? Stephen King's "11-22-63".

A Cruel Harvest Audiobook by Paul Reid

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Paul Reid) — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 23:60:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Cruel Harvest Author: Paul Reid Narrator: Sarah Coomes Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 12-18-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Ireland, 1790: In the midst of a violent storm, the small fishing village of Dromkeen comes under attack by Moorish pirates. Dromkeen is a poor settlement, but it is rich in what the pirates are hunting: slaves. Among those captured in the surprise raid is the young farmer Brannon Ryan, whose strength and fortitude make him a valuable commodity in the slave markets of North Africa. He is sold into servitude, forced to become a soldier of the sadistic sultan of Morocco. All the while, his heart remains in Ireland, where he can only hope that his beloved Orlaith has met a better fate. Back in Dromkeen, Orlaith has indeed survived, but she now faces a new nightmare. Widowed with an infant son and unable to manage her farm without Brannons help, Orlaith is forced to choose between watching her child starve to death or consenting to marry a man she does not love. With her farm in destitution, Orlaith must make a terrible decision and suffer its consequences. Stretching from the windswept coast of Ireland to the sun-baked hills of Morocco, A Cruel Harvest chronicles the adventures and heartbreaks that tie Brannon and Orlaith, no matter how distant their separation. Members Reviews: A good story, well told, and a bit of escapism for a jaded reader like me This is an adventure novel. Set in 1790, it begins in Ireland, where Orlaith, a young widow with a child, and Brannon a local man, fall in love. But suddenly, the land is invaded by pirates, who whisk Brannon off on a slave ship to be sold into the marketplace in Morocco. Orlaith, in the meantime is left poverty stricken and hungry and that is why she accepts the marriage proposal of a rich and cruel man. Detailed descriptions of all of this made me wince but the story moved so fast that it was hard to take my eyes of the page. Adventures abound for this couple. After a horrific ocean voyage and the horrors or slavery, Brannon eventually becomes a soldier and is soon engaged in a war to topple the cruel ruler of the land. Orlaith, in the meantime tries to escape her cruel husband but is brought back, put on trial and sentenced to a horrible fate. The book is 350 pages long but a very fast read because every page is filled with adventure and there is never a dull moment. Of course it is predictable and that was both the strength and weakness of the book. There are really no surprises. The good guys are good: the bad guys are bad. And there is no doubt that the good guys will live happily ever after. That said, it was a fun read. Yes, the characters were stereotyped and I knew they would get out of their many dilemmas, but it was the author's craft that made we wonder how this was going to happen and I just couldn't stop reading. This is certainly not a literary masterpiece, but it never pretended to be. It was just a good story, well told, and a bit of escapism for a jaded reader like me. A very entertaining read Mr Reid delivers on his first novel. I look forward to reading his future work. I thought the story line incorporating historical elements of the social conditions prevalent in two cultures helps paint a better understanding of the period in which this story takes place. The cruelty of man and the attempt to break free of tyranny is a very messy affair that few seem to successfully achieve. Personal determination is shown as both punishing and rewarding. Spoiler Alert The story was certainly well written, and it was certainly a great story.

The Proposal Audiobook by Mary Balogh

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Balogh) — Tue, 01 May 2012 08:59:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Proposal Author: Mary Balogh Narrator: Rebecca De Leeuw Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 746 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Award-winning and New York Times best-selling author Mary Balogh delights fans with historical romantic tales that touch the heart. After her husband dies in a freak accident, Lady Gwendoline Muir never dreams shell love again. So when soldier-turned-nobleman Lord Hugo Trentham stirs feelings in her that have lain dormant for years, she cant help but imagine his strong embrace. Hugo finds himself drawn to Gwen, but hes never courted a woman before. Can he muster the right words to make Gwen open her heart and love once more? Members Reviews: So Very Romantic! This is such a sweet romantic story. Usually I can predict where the story will go but with this one I had no clue. I found it true to life and romantic. Couldn't stop listening. I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys a good old fashioned romance with a good story. Lovely characters, interesting story I enjoyed this book so much -- the strong, likeable lovers, Hugo and Gwen. Both were damaged with scars from past hurts but had generous hearts. Neither of them gave up on life no matter their past pain and difficulties. There is humor, too. I also enjoyed reading a love story about older, more mature lovers who have had some life experience. Just a lovely book -- perfect listening for a summer day. I liked it so well that I listened to it twice. It was good to see how characters from previous books were doing, too. Neville and Lily, for instance. Mary Balogh's characters become old friends and it enriches the story to have characters from previous books taking part. With eager anticipation, I look forward to more stories about the Survivor's Club. Good enough... The story was a little silly, but good enough. I did enjoy the listen and don't regret the purchase. I wouldnt listen to it again though. Lol Another Balogh Hit Would you listen to The Proposal again? Why? Most definitely. I have read many of Mary Balogh's novels and some are true treasures. I think this might be one of them. Not her best, but very enjoyable. But the best part was the wonderful narration by Rebecca de Leeuw. I can't think of another female reader, aside from Davina Porter, who can transfix you and easily move from one voice to another and do male voices so well. Often the female readers have little quirks about their voices that drive me mad.. What did you like best about this story? The hero, Hugo, as not born to the peerage but who tries to do what's best for his sister, but who refuses to follow all the "gentleman's" rules. And his struggle to forgive himself for what he has taken part in in the war with Napoleon. He's a hero to everyone but himself. It's a real struggle for him to love himself enough to give his love to a woman. I really liked this character. Have you listened to any of Rebecca De Leeuws other performances before? How does this one compare? No, but I'd like to have her do other Balogh stories. Wonderful Would you listen to The Proposal again? Why? I certainly would. It kept my attention and did not drag in the middle. As a matter of fact I kept listening to it all weekend -- hard to put down. Have you listened to any of Rebecca De Leeuws other performances before? How does this one compare? No, I don't think so. She has a wonderful voice and was perfect. Loved listening to her narration. Any additional comments? This was a lovely story.

A Beauty So Rare Audiobook by Tamera Alexander

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tamera Alexander) — Thu, 03 Apr 2014 05:21:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Beauty So Rare Subtitle: Belmont Mansion, Book 2 Author: Tamera Alexander Narrator: Linda Stephens Format: Unabridged Length: 21 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 04-03-14 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 240 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Pink was not what Eleanor Braddock ordered, but maybe it would soften the tempered steel of a woman who came through a war--and still had one to fight. Eleanor Braddock, a spinster at 30, has long since dismissed any hope of marriage. But when a dying soldier whispers his final words, she believes her life can still have meaning and determines to find his widow. But this compassionate deed takes a harsh turn, and Eleanor finds herself dependent upon the richest woman in America and the most despised woman in Nashville--her aunt, Adelicia Acklen, mistress of Belmont Mansion. A clandestine act of kindness leads Eleanor to an unlikely path for her life--building an orphanage, a place that will house widows and orphans from the Civil War. And while Eleanor knows her own heart, she also knows her aunt will never approve. Marcus von Quint, Archduke of the House of Habsburg and second in line to the Austrian throne, arrives in Nashville in search of a life he determines, instead of one determined for him. Collaborating with botanist Luther Burbank, Marcus seeks to combine his own passion for nature with his expertise in architecture. But his plans to incorporate natural beauty into the design of the orphanage run contrary to the wishes of practical, frugal Eleanor, who sees his ideas as costly nonsense. Yet as the construction project continues, Marcus and Eleanor find common ground--and a love neither of them expected. But Marcus is not the man Adelicia has chosen for Eleanor to marry, and even if he were, someone who knows Marcus's secrets is about to reveal them all. Members Reviews: The South Lost . . . get over it! I enjoyed several different things about this book and I realize that atrocities were committed by both the North and the South but come on! Attempting to make the South's pro-slavery message more palatable by making "owners" nice to their "slaves" and more charitable to their communities is asking too much! Alexander could have at least made the prior slave owner to have had an epiphany of some sort recognizing "owning" people is bad! A treasure to savor. Taken back in time by a story with suspense and anticipation the reader awaits every word. Spoken words by a gifted narrator holds your attention with spellbinding authority. You are more than a spectator but rather participating in the gripping story of days gone by in history. My applause to everyone whose time and giftedness made this happen for our enjoyment. story w/history & fiction intermingled perfectly History and fiction are intertwined so perfect that you both enjoy the historic story and the beauty of the romance unfold in the pages. . overall a wonderful book. i was a little disappointed that Claire lost her accent though. Bravo All of Tamera Alexander's writings are so special. Love all of them so far. Especially loved the ones of the Nashville area, since have lived there, and know exactly where and what she writes about. Hope to read all she has written.

A Highland Knight's Desire Audiobook by Amy Jarecki

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Amy Jarecki) — Mon, 14 Aug 2017 11:43:33 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Highland Knight's Desire Subtitle: Highland Dynasty, Book 2 Author: Amy Jarecki Narrator: Dave Gillies Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 08-14-17 Publisher: Amy Jarecki Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: In 15th-century Scotland, Sir Duncan rescues Lady Meg from the clutches of the Earl of Northumberland, and is knocked off guard by the sassy, redheaded lass. And aye, the tall, dark, and rugged Highlander challenges Meg's piety with his every stare. Sir Duncan must return Lady Meg to her family and collect his bounty before the lass further sinks her wiles into his heart. But Northumberland is brewing revenge, and this time it's not only Lady Meg he intends to ruin. If Northumberland's ruse is not exposed, Meg may very well end up becoming a nun and Duncan a pawn in a deadly game. Members Reviews: loved this sexy narrator and story was purrfect loved it, action from start to finish, narrator was great! sexy voice. did female parts very well. A Wonderful, Emotional, Exciting Story. First of all, I have to say that Amy Jarecki writes an absolutely amazing story filled with action, suspense, passion and romance. Her descriptions of the places, people, the food, the clothing etc are so detailed that you can picture every scene. Of course, being able to picture the scene while listening to an audiobook is a huge bonus, especially when said book is being narrated by Dave Gillies. What a talented man he is, the characters voices, even the female and children ones are done superbly. The male voices he obviously excels at, BUT, oh my goodness, the deep, luscious voice he performs for the main male character, Sir Duncan, is absolutely swoon-worthy, and don't get me started on the bedroom scenes, somebody pass me a fan! I can't fault this book or the narration of it at all and wholeheartedly recommend it! Wonderfully Exciting! AJ does not disappoint and Dave Gillies truly brings AJ's books to life. AJ is so descriptive in her writing. You can see everything in your minds eye while listening. Pulled together because of danger and differences I had previously read the book and wanted to listen to the audio. I loved the emotion Dave Gillies puts into his reading. The ups, downs, hurt, love, etc. come through clearly and help me remember why I gave this 5 stars for the book. This story has a heroine with a physical imperfection which kept her from being completely comfortable with herself and gave her a dim outlook on her future. Despite all, she was a strong woman and tried to do what she thought was right for her future. The changes brought to her life because of her kidnapping and subsequent escapades. Meg came to realize that she desired more, and that more was Duncan. It surprised her that there were people would who accept and love her no matter what, physical and otherwise. Duncan was such an endearing hero, especially for his willingness to overlook Meg's "deformity". He looked beyond the physical and fell in love with her inner strength and beauty. She became his light when he needed strength to stay alive. I found the secondary characters interesting as well. I highly recommend listening to Dave tell this story. Wonderful! This is a wonderfully written story. Amy knows how to tell about history and the loves woven into the tales. Another winner.

The Devil Who Tamed Her Audiobook by Johanna Lindsey

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Johanna Lindsey) — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 09:39:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Devil Who Tamed Her Author: Johanna Lindsey Narrator: Laural Merlington Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 327 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: But on her journey home, something unexpected happens. The heir to a dukedom, Raphael Locke, Viscount Lynnfield is - in spite of his disinterest in marriage - the most sought-after young lord in England. He instantly disliked Ophelia when she caused a scandal to avoid marriage to his friend MacTavish, but having comforted her in a tearful moment, he begins to wonder if she's not all bad. So when MacTavish claims that Ophelia will never be anything but a spiteful beauty, Rafe bets his best friend that he can turn her into a kind-hearted lady who will one day make a good match, just not with him. With her parents' blessing, Rafe commandeers Ophelia's coach and whisks her - chaperoned, of course - to his remote estate in the countryside. There, as he tries to show his furious, sharp-tongued "guest" the error of her ways, he discovers the surprising reasons for her bad behavior. Soon his daily lessons with Ophelia take effect and he finds himself irresistibly attracted to her. When Rafe champions the new and improved Ophelia's re-entry to London society, marriage proposals pour in. Only then does Rafe start to wonder whether he hasn't gone and fallen in love with Ophelia himself. Critic Reviews: "In her latest elegantly sensual Regency historical, Lindsey deftly brews up a particularly potent blend of sexy chemistry between her expertly matched hero and heroine while skillfully constructing a neat and witty plot." ( Booklist) Members Reviews: The Devil Who Tamed Her I have over 300 audio books from Audible, and this is the 1st time I've written a Review. However, I enjoyed this book so immensely that I feel compelled to write this review so that others can also experience that enjoyment. I'm a Johanna Lindsey fan; others who also appreciate her books will find this a treasure! I only wish it had been longer; the overall situation was unique, characters are well developed and makes one want to know more about them (Rafe's family particularly). Ophelia and Rafe, whose intricately woven personalities draw one into the story, are ..... well, I don't want to tell too much! Discovering who they are and how they interact gives this book much of it's charm! I hope Audible will be able to make available more of J.L.'s titles. She's Back Wonderful book, very witty, great narration,Johanna Lindsey back to her best, would love to see more regency romances on audible.com Julia Quinn, Stephanie Laurens Kathleen E Woodiwiss, Mary Balogh, Cathy Maxwell all brilliant !!! Good Reading I enjoyed this book, I listened to it on my way to work each day. It had a good plot and was easy to listen to. Entertaining enough I listen to the whole book in two days. The story was engaging. The narrator could do a better job but overall it was good. Very enjoyable... The Heir is the first book in this series , don't miss it! narration holds your interest throughout.

Then Came You: Gambler of Craven's Series, Book 1 Audiobook by Lisa Kleypas

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lisa Kleypas) — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 06:51:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Then Came You: Gambler of Craven's Series, Book 1 Author: Lisa Kleypas Narrator: Rosalyn Landor Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 01-01-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1415 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Reckless, wild, and beautiful, Lily Lawson delights in shocking proper London society and now she is determined to rescue her sister from an unwanted impending marriage to the notorious Alex, Lord Raiford, by fair means or foul. But while she succeeds outrageously, Alex is a master gamesman who is not to be undone. Alex has lost one bride, yet he is enchanted by this remarkable lady who is willing to break any rule to flaunt her independence. When Lily offers him only scorn, he counters with kindness, and he parries her blistering barbs with gentle words and a soft, tender touch. The spirited miss will pay dearly for her interference with her body, her soul, and her stubborn, unyielding heart. But will Alex's own heart be the prize to be won in this sensuous game of love? Members Reviews: Addictive Lisa Kleypas is addictive. I found Ms. Kleypas's work when the first Wallflowers book was on sale and I have been hooked ever since. But as you go back through her work, all her characters seem connected in a history that will make since to readers that follow her work but you don't necessary have to read them all to enjoy each novel. Then Came You seems to be the beginning of the history and is a beautiful love story that appeals to all romance lovers. And the story only continues in each novel that Lisa Kleypas writes. The only thing that makes her work better is the narrator, that gives every character a unique voice that is so amazing, it's made it impossible for me to read a book if I know there is a production out there that she has performed. I have yet to be disappointed by the combination of Ms. Kleypas and Ms. Landor's work. I have however, had sleepless nights since I can't seem to shut my IPOD off! If you love historical romance, you will love anything written by Lisa Kleypas, but I would start with Then Came You and then Dreaming of You. You won't be disappointed! Entertaining- worth the time and Credit I enjoy Lisa Kleypas books a lot, though they do seem "formula" written (many of the books have the same plot arcs, though different plots). That doesn't take away from the enjoyable characters and the good narration. Worth the credit. Great story! Great characters and storyline. Loved the narration except for how Derek Craven is portrayed. The male lead is about the best I've come across. Quite credit worthy! This and "Dreaming of You" are dynamite! I loved this book and the continuation with Derek Craven's story in "Dreaming of You"! I only wish there had been more books in this series - like Henry's story (Alex's younger brother). One of my favorite Lisa Kleypas books This is one of my favorite Lisa Kleypas books. It is one of those books that was hard for me to put down, even to go to sleep. The story was engrossing, and I loved all the characters. I highly recommend it!

Not Quite a Wife Audiobook by Mary Jo Putney

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Jo Putney) — Thu, 11 Sep 2014 05:14:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Not Quite a Wife Subtitle: The Lost Lords, Book 6 Author: Mary Jo Putney Narrator: Steven Crossley Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 09-11-14 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 79 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: James, Lord Kirkland, owns a shipping fleet, half a London gaming house, and is a ruthlessly effective spymaster. He is seldom self-indulgentexcept when it comes to the gentle, indomitable beauty who was once his wife. Laurel Herbert gave James her heart as an innocent young girl - until she saw him perform an act of shocking violence before her very eyes. That night she left her husband, and he let her go without a word of protest. Now, 10 years later, a chance encounter turns passionate, with consequences that cannot be ignored. But as they try to rebuild what was broken, they must face common enemies and a very uncommon love. Members Reviews: Great story. Really good installment. Very exciting. Glad Kirkland got his own story. Enjoyed the narration of Steven Crossley. Don't buy the audio version I got to the third chapter and could not handle any more. It's awful. I am glad that it has come with a written version. Will see how that goes. The narrator is not good as a narrator for a romantic book. I was VERY disappointed.

Heiress Without a Cause Audiobook by Sara Ramsey

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sara Ramsey) — Tue, 23 Aug 2016 18:40:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Heiress Without a Cause Author: Sara Ramsey Narrator: Emma Powell Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 08-23-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 106 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: One title to change his life... A disgraced son with a dark reputation, William Ferguson Avenel is content to live in exile in Scotland - until his father dies in the scandal of the Season, making him the new Duke of Rothwell and leaving him in charge of his young sisters. With rumors of insanity swirling around their family, the girls desperately need a chaperone. And he thinks he's found the lady for the job...until Rothwell discovers her dangerous secret life. One chance to break the rules.... Lady Madeleine Vaillant may be the perfect chaperone, but she can't face her blighted future without making one glorious memory for herself. In disguise on a London stage, she finds all the adoration she never felt from the ton. But when she's nearly recognized, she will do anything to hide her identity - even make a devil's bargain with Rothwell, who saves her from discovery by claiming her as his mistress. She'll take the pleasure he offers - but Madeleine won't lose her heart in the bargain. One season to fall in love... Every stolen kiss could lead to discovery, and Rothwell's old enemies are determined to ruin them both. But as their dangerous passion ignites their hearts and threatens their futures, how can an heiress who dreams of freedom deny the duke who demands her love? Members Reviews: Great Period Romance Novel Well let me say this book was awesome, with a great Narrator. I was pleasantly surprised with the story line. Unlike many other books where the Heroine is 21 yrs old, this series is about women that are older and have passions for writing, acting ect... none of witch are acceptable passions for ladies of London in the 1800's. Great plot that held my attention. I listened in one sitting. Worth a credit? YES and I just started period novels! I will going to the next book in the series. I also love that all of the books in the series came out at the same time so no waiting! What a nice surprises This book surprised me. I enjoyed it more than I thought I would. It was entertaining. I liked the main characters but I admit some of the secondary ones confused me. I find this on occasion with audiobooks. It can be difficult to sort all the characters when you can't just look back a paragraph or two to see who's who. The narration was quite good. I have the next book in my library already. A good romp through Victorian times. A believable plot for the time period, when obsession with a lady's virtue makes it challenging to pursue one's dreams. The "bad" guy wins What was one of the most memorable moments of Heiress Without a Cause? When William discovers the Madeline's true identity. What about Emma Powells performance did you like? I love her distinction of characters. I love to listen to books, rather than watch TV or reading (love to read, bad eyesight though) and having an awesome narrator brings the story to life. Enjoyed Skeptical at first, but found the book very enjoyable. It is definately worth a credit. Perhaps a bit unbelievable but held my interest. The narrator did an excellent job.

Mail Order Mystery Audiobook by Robin Deeter

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robin Deeter) — Wed, 20 Dec 2017 17:06:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mail Order Mystery Subtitle: Chance City Series, Book 1 Author: Robin Deeter Narrator: Jay R. Smith Audio Publishing Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 12-20-17 Publisher: Robin Deeter Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: A lady farmer and a disgraced detective - will what starts as an arrangement turn into something more? Leigh Hawthorne, a widow and local farmer in Tucker Springs, Massachusetts, answers an unusual letter from a man out west, who wants to marry a woman with ranching expertise. Hoping to find a better life, Leigh embarks on a journey to Chance City, Oklahoma. Fired for breaking Pinkerton rules, former detective Cyrus Decker just wants to live a quiet life as a cattle rancher. The problem is that he knows nothing about ranching - and his bank account shows it. Dogged by Chance City's sheriff to join his staff and plagued by money woes, Cy desperately needs help to turn their ranch around. He hopes that Leigh is the answer to his prayers. Brought together by necessity, will Leigh and Cy find love, or will their attempt to find lasting happiness meet with disaster? Join the Chance City adventure as its citizens battle opposing forces and mayhem in their searches for love and a brighter future. Members Reviews: Great! Well written with fantastic characters and an interesting story! Great narration! I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review. The fact that I was gifted this book had no influence over my opinion of it Great series starter Although its a bit cheesy at times, I loved this book. Its well written and very entertaining. I finished it in one sitting. The narration is a bit choppy in places but doesnt detract from the story. I will definitely listen to the next in the series to find out what the rest of these characters stories hold! I received a review copy at my request and voluntarily reviewed. Different Take on Mail Order Brides Cyrus Decker, a disgraced Pinkerton agent, lives on his family's ranch in Chance City, Oklahoma with his sister and cousin. They are not very adept at running the ranch and slowly it is dying. The local barkeep gives Cy the idea to ask for a mail-order bride that can serve as foreman on the ranch. Leigh Hawthorn answers Cy's ad and heads west from Massachusetts. I really enjoyed the twist that Deeter included in her mail-order bride story. It is very rare that a bride is contracted to run the ranch rather than to scratch an itch or raise children from a previous marriage. I did not like the narration at all. I felt like I was listening to a radio broadcast of a religious sermon, rather than a sexy story. Don't think I will be listening to other stories read by Jay Smith. I provided this review in exchange for a complimentary copy of the audiobook from the author, narrator, or publisher. Great story! Cyrus Decker, a fired Pinkerton detective finds himself in the middle of a murder in his hometown of Chance City, OK. He wants a "normal, ranching life" but knows nothing about ranching and cannot find anyone who is willing to marry a "half-breed", so he sends for a mail-order bride who does not care about his parentage. Leigh Hawthorne is a widow who enjoys working her ranch but is looked down upon for doing a "man's job". Cyrus gives her the opportunity to help run his ranch and it is an offer that she cannot pass up.

The Fall Audiobook by X. Aratare

biacuaduc@gmail.com (X. Aratare) — Thu, 07 Dec 2017 07:11:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fall Author: X. Aratare Narrator: Matt Haynes Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 12-07-17 Publisher: Raythe Reign Publishing Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Gay romance is forbidden in this 1930s gothic romantic suspense story, but a greater darkness than prejudice haunts our lovers steps. When Carter Thomas discovers the elaborate clockwork door in the Dupre Mine, he seeks out Etienne Dupre, the sheltered son of the mines owner, for answers. Both young men have long secretly loved one another from afar. But even as their summertime love affair flames hot and forbidden, they discover secrets about Etiennes heritage and the dark plan Armand Dupre has in store for his son. If the door is opened then Etienne - and perhaps the world - will all be sacrificed to Armands lust for power. Can Carter and Etienne stop Armand or has their fate already been written in stone? Members Reviews: Great starting book for any newbies out there! I'm on their member email list, got a free book and this one was it! Had to leave a review! I love how the author is connecting their books to this overarching plot. Again, the Unnamed One steals the show! Please eventually make a picture of it. Easily the best character that this author has created besides the Elf King. I wish it was slightly longer and with a bit more character depth. I've been spoiled with all their long series. 6 stars if they make a Fall 2 book where we see what the couple is doing in their new location! For new readers, I highly recommend! It doesn't spoil the series, it only hints at the overreach plot so this is a good starting book in the series. It's also not just the cheap romance you might think it is. Warning, there is some gore and violence in here, and the plot is interesting enough to get you hooked on these books without the romance. Another great read from this author Another great read from this author. So far I have not been disappointed with any story from any of the series. Recommended for any open minded book lover.

Unleashed Audiobook by Kerrigan Byrne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kerrigan Byrne) — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 04:54:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unleashed Subtitle: The Highland Historical Trilogy Author: Kerrigan Byrne Narrator: Derek Perkins Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 03-28-13 Publisher: Natalie Ainge Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 185 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Meet the MacLauchlan Berserkers... Roderick He's death for hire, cursed by a malicious enemy who left him unable to speak. She's a refugee with a dangerous secret that could cost her life. Outnumbered by thousands, he's fated to die in battle like so many Berserkers before him. Could the strength of their love defy destiny? Connor He's a mercenary Laird who fears nothing but the darkness inside him. She's a noble beauty, sold to the highest bidder. He mistakenly rescues her from a fate worse than death, but now she's his captive. They must battle their pride and their explosive attraction to each other in order to defeat a common enemy who threatens the clan's survival. Finn He's a nameless bastard, stalking the Highlands bent on revenge and murder when he stumbles on an infant deserted in the snow. She's a desperate woman who's lost everything, including her dignity. They are three of the world's Unwanted. On a snowy Solstice night, their tale becomes one of blood and vengeance, of love, redemption, and forging the bonds that make a family. Members Reviews: 3 PARANORMAL CELTIC HIGHLAND HEROES IN 1 BOOK Anything with the words 'Historical Highland' together under the romance section and I just can't resist them but I thought this would be 1 book but it's actually 3 novellas about each of the MacLauchlan brothers who are PARANORMAL Berserkers. To be honest, at the start I didn't think I was going to like this new series however I soon changed my mind - the Berserkers aren't the stereotypical alpha Highland hunks - they are also paranormal and turn into fighting machines at the sight or smell of blood and each have different abilities. In these novellas each of the brothers find their mates under tense and dangerous circumstances but once found they certainly don't waste any time claiming them in a very hot and passionate way. Because they are each short they have to pack a lot in and I sometimes felt that they could have been more enjoyable if they were longer - but hey they weren't so - they were action packed, full of passion, sex and killing by likeable unforgettable characters. There's magic, mayhem, murder and a mystical ancient deity that's just starting to get in on the act. Worth a credit? Yes, it was pure escapism, very pleasurable and I'll definitely download the next instalment. Even better in sound! Would you listen to Unleashed again? Why? I loved all these stories in print, but listening to them really brought them ALIVE! I will be listening over and over again as the narrator did a fabulous job turning Kerrigan's words to pure, seductive poetry. An amazing story amazingly read! I have to be honest, historical romance is not a genre I typically follow. In this case, I was looking for something new, and was intrigued by the promise of berserker mythology. I was hooked from the very first word. Derek Perkins could probably read a chinese take-out menu and have it sound like a Shakespearian sonnet. So much the better when the material he's reading is Byrne's excellent dialog and poetic prose. This trilogy was so much more than I expected, from the skillful weaving of history and mythology to the make-you-squee-all-alone-in-your-room paranormal romance.

The Chase Audiobook by Lynsay Sands

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lynsay Sands) — Tue, 31 Oct 2017 09:24:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Chase Subtitle: Deed, Book 3 Author: Lynsay Sands Narrator: Chloe Lynn Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 10-31-17 Publisher: Harper Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 29 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: New York Times and USA Today best-selling author Lynsay Sands "hits all the right notes" (Suzanne Enoch) whether she's penning passionate tales of the Argeneau vampire family or transporting her listeners to the Scottish Highlands. In her charming historical romance classic The Chase, a beautiful Highlands hellion flees the handsome "English devil" she's been promised to, and her intended groom realizes that his enchanting prize will be much harder to win than he imagined. Lynsay's loyal listeners, as well as fans of Hannah Howell and Kinley MacGregor, will adore The Chase...as well as the very sexy capture! Members Reviews: loved This was an amazing book. It was a well written, compelling story that grabs the readers attention right from the start. It had so much heat it made me sweat. There was plenty of steam as well. There was love and angst as well. I love the writings of this author and read everything that I can get my hands on. I gave this book five stars and would recommend it to anyone. not enough action to much talk. touchy feely does nothing for me. give me action mixed with romance. not romance with only a tiny bit of action. What happened to Lady Helen?? The chase is book 3 in the series, written in 2010, while the 2 former books were Lynsey Sands first two published books from 1997. It's funny and witty although not quite as good as the first two... I cannot remove a star for it! Only what happened to Lady Helen... No update on if she was ok etc etc. It's obvious that it's been left open for a 4th book... but its 2017 and I'm gutted there isn't one!! Let's hope Ly say Sands doesn't wait too much longer to close that gap!! Regardless I highly recommend ALL her historical books... I've not listened to one that wasn't 5* brilliant X Not the best narrator story line not wowed Im sorry but this narrator didnt do it for me and the combination of bad story line Lynsay can do better than this :( Probably my favourite by Lynsay Sands I have listened to quite a few of Ms Sands books and very much enjoy her characters and plots, but I REALLY have enjoyed this particular title. The characters are beautifully and humorously drawn and even though there are the requisite dangers there is so much loving humour that I have found myself smiling as I listen. I would absolutely recommend this book!!

Journey to the Highlands Audiobook by Keira Montclair

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Keira Montclair) — Tue, 17 Mar 2015 09:07:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Journey to the Highlands Subtitle: Robbie and Caralyn: Clan Grant, Book 4 Author: Keira Montclair Narrator: Antony Ferguson Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 03-17-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 249 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Captain Robbie Grant has always had a way with the lasses, but his warrior's heart is too married to the battlefield to seek out a wife. Then Robbie saves a mysterious beauty from a Norse attacker. He knows little about Caralyn Crauford beyond that she has a damaged past and two wee daughters, but he volunteers to bring her and the lasses to a priory where they will be safe from the oncoming battle. The last thing he expects is for Caralyn to give him a night of unrestrained passion and then disappear. But when she does, he is determined to find her. After spending years under the thumb of men who cared only about her comeliness, Caralyn no longer knows who she is or why she matters. The only thing she cares about is the welfare of her daughters. But when Captain Robbie Grant enters her life, she dares to want something more. At first she's just grateful to the handsome Highlander, but his noble nature and kind heart endear her to him. The night they spend together only confuses her more, but Caralyn has no time to sort through her feelings because her past rears its ugly head and threatens to ruin her. Members Reviews: knight in shining armor. A battle against the Northman. Robbie saves Caralyn and her daughter's. A true love story as he helps her, and her two daughters heal from torn apart lives. Learning to be loved, give love, and love herself. Grants win! Another great book in the Grant saga and this one is good too. Don't miss! RC Just Amazing Loved every step into the highlands myself Keira have a wonderful imagination; thanks I love the clan Grant I keep going back the clan Grant and the highlands. Most of the books I read once then cloud it. But clan Grant keeps coming out. Last count was 3rd tim e. Please keep writing more of this type. I love them. Wonderfully engaging story of love overcoming all If you could sum up Journey to the Highlands in three words, what would they be? action-packed; entertaining; satisfying What was one of the most memorable moments of Journey to the Highlands? Robbie coming to the rescue repeatedly were all memorable and unique. Which scene was your favorite? The night that Caralyn visited Robbie in the priory was my favorite. (1) and the scene where young Loki helps defend Caralyn from the sinister Malcolm when he attacks and attempts to kidnap Caralyn and Gracie and Ashlyn from the highlands cottage by the loch. (2) Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Many touching moments within this wonderful book. Made me happy, made me sad, made me mad.... something for everyone. Any additional comments? I especially enjoyed the Antony Ferguson narration. Very well done.

Yankee Wife Audiobook by Linda Lael Miller

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Linda Lael Miller) — Fri, 11 Aug 2017 07:26:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Yankee Wife Author: Linda Lael Miller Narrator: Pilar Witherspoon Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 08-11-17 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: When a pretty spitfire who's down on her luck clashes with a stubborn man in search of a wife, sparks must turn to flames.... A year after the Civil War, courageous former Union nurse Lydia McQuire was gamely scraping out an honest living. But now, as she said yes to marrying a stranger, her knees gave way with fear. Mr. Devon Quade had seemed polite and handsome when she answered his ad for a wife. Only after Lydia had arrived in Washington territory did she learn that her bridegroom wasn't to be sweet Devon Quade, but his older brother Brigham, a widower with strapping shoulders, hands as strong as steel, and an arrogant belief that he was lord and master of his lumber empire, the town of Quade's Harbor, and the woman he married. Lydia's dislike of him was instantaneous...yet Brigham was awakening in her a white-hot passion, and a firm resolve: before she would share his bed, he would have to surrender himself, heart and soul, to love.... Members Reviews: Awesome series! Linda Lael Miller has done it again with the second installment of her Swoon-Worthy Cowboys series. Big Sky Mountain is a great romantic read. Kendra Shepherd's history with love has not ended well. She gave her heart to Hutch Carmody and yet, he basically handed her over to Jeffrey without a fight when he started showing her some attention. She married Jeffrey a very short time later and that ended just as badly. Jeffrey cheated on her and fathered a child to another woman who didn't even want the child. On his deathbed, he begs Kendra to find his little girl, raise her and give her the love that she deserves and needs. Kendra is back in Parable, Montana with her little girl and ready to start a life as a realtor and mom. She may not be able to make a relationship with a man work, but she knows she can be a good mom and she's ready to live that dream. Now, she just has to keep from losing her heart to Hutch, again. Fear isn't a good enough reason to keep to the sidelines when there's living to do. Hutch Carmody finds himself standing in front of a church watching his soon to be wife walking down the aisle. Wanting nothing more than to run from the church Hutch stops the wedding and announces that he's sorry, but the wedding is not going to happen. If only Brylee would have listened to him every time he had tried to tell her that he doesn't love her the way he should he wouldn't have had to do it this way. Feeling like the town punching bag Hutch refuses to hide out on his ranch. He has a right to happiness, too, even if it was never going to be with Brylee. How convenient, that the woman who still has his heart is back in town with a little girl that loves Hutch as much as he loves her. Now, he just has to convince Kendra that the love he feels for her is the forever kind. I really enjoyed this story. It kind of wrapped up really quick at the end, but I was able to overlook that particular annoyance since the rest of the background was so covered. This book also set us up for at least 2 future books for this series. I can not wait to see whose story we get to read next. [...] rambling western historical romance i have no idea how this book got so many good reviews.

To Win Her Favor Audiobook by Tamera Alexander

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tamera Alexander) — Tue, 12 May 2015 07:55:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: To Win Her Favor Author: Tamera Alexander Narrator: Melba Sibrel Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 05-12-15 Publisher: Zondervan Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 218 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Audie Award, Faith-Based Fiction, 2016 A gifted rider in a world where ladies never race, Maggie Linden is determined that her horse will become a champion. But the one man who could help her has vowed to stay away from thoroughbred racing forever. An Irishman far from home, Cullen McGrath left a once prosperous life in England because of a horse racing scandal that nearly ruined him. He's come to Nashville for a fresh start, hoping to buy land and begin farming, all while determined to stay as far away from thoroughbred racing as possible. But starting over proves harder than he'd wagered, especially when Maggie Linden's father makes him an offer he shouldn't accept yet cannot possibly refuse. Maggie is certain that her mare, Bourbon Belle, can take the top purse in the inaugural Peyton Stakes, the richest race ever run in America. Maggie only needs the chance to prove it. To give her that chance - and to save Linden Downs from being sold to the highest bidder - Maggie's father, aging yet wily as ever, makes a barter. His agreement includes one tiny, troublesome detail - Maggie must marry a man she's never met. A man she never would have chosen for herself. Members Reviews: questionable for teens very good book. very good storyline. I like Christian romance because it doesn't have the prolonged, full chapter "sex scenes". though I usually let my very sweet 17 year old neice read my books after I read and approve them I will let her read this one in another year or more cause though I love Tamera Alexander this book to my surprise went just a few lines closer to questionable for teens. without giving to much away lines like " leaving her gown open so he can appreciate what was beneath" " covering her body with his" and "putting his hand under her shirt waist " might be questionable so I typed it in to give other readers an idea so they can decide if they want to read this book. with that all said I will still read this authors books cause I do enjoy a good clean romance book! Excellent PG13 Rated Romance Excellent PG13 rated romance with real characters, experiencing real life in the South after the War Between the states. Alexander wrote with more passion in this book, but fades to black at perfect times. I hate books that pretend Christian married couples don't enjoy sex. This was my next to favorite book from this author. It mixes horse racing, Irish struggles of the time period and the struggles of women. With all that the book remains entertaining. Can't say how much I loved this book! I rarely give 5 stars, but this book highly deserves it. I loved everything about it .... the story, the narrator, the romance, the intrigue and drama. The fact that Cullen is Irish is even more special, since my Mother's family is from Ireland. The narrator did an excellent job with the accent. The only problem with this book is that it had to end. If you love historical fiction and horses, this is your book. Thank you, Tamera Alexander! Wow What did you love best about To Win Her Favor? I didn't want this book to end.

A Madaris Bride for Christmas Audiobook by Brenda Jackson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Brenda Jackson) — Tue, 29 Oct 2013 21:59:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Madaris Bride for Christmas Subtitle: A Madaris Family Novel Author: Brenda Jackson Narrator: Pete Ohms Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 131 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: In her hundredth book, New York Times and USA Today best-selling author Brenda Jackson blends heated sensuality and drama into a dazzling new novel featuring one of her most unforgettable Madaris heroes yet. One by one, Madaris' men have surrendered to the matchmaking schemes of Felicia Laverne Madaris, matriarch of the family. But Lee Madaris isn't letting anyone else control his destiny. He'll bring a bride of his own choosing to the family's holiday gathering - if his hotel's gorgeous new chef will agree to a marriage of convenience. It's not just the chance to work at the Strip's hottest hotel that brought Carly Briggs to Vegas. Witnessing a crime in Miami may have made her a mob target. Though she's reluctant to complicate their working relationship, Lee's tempting offer is so hard to resist. And soon, desire is clouding their no-strings arrangement. The danger that made Carly flee Miami is about to land at their door. So Carly and Lee must decide who to trust, when to let go - and whether a love they never anticipated is strong enough to pass the ultimate test. Members Reviews: love brenda Would you listen to A Madaris Bride for Christmas again? Why? of course! this was a great listen. you have it all in this book! What did you like best about this story? when lee thought he out smarted his grand ma Which character as performed by Pete Ohms was your favorite? nash Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? i did listen to it in on sitting, i had to know what was going on The performance was awful! Would you be willing to try another book from Brenda Jackson? Why or why not? Yes, I like her books, especially her series but the narration was terrible. It was very stilted and unsophisticated. How could the performance have been better? Find another narrator. Ezra Knight is one of the best narrators I've ever heard. If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from A Madaris Bride for Christmas? None the story was fine. beautiful story this book was wonderful i enjoyed it! especially at this time of the year. wish it was longer!! an extended story line this could have been told in a shorter time span. the ending was very rushed. other than that it was the typical quest to love story. Enjoyed the narration of this book. this is a mus I love this book, Grand Mother Luverne is the best. The Madrises! Love this family!

Mail-Order Bride: Ruby Springs Brides Complete Series Audiobook by Karla Gracey

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Karla Gracey) — Thu, 18 Jan 2018 13:49:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mail-Order Bride: Ruby Springs Brides Complete Series Author: Karla Gracey Narrator: J. Scott Bennett Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 01-18-18 Publisher: KG Publishing House Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Welcome to Texas and the growing town of Ruby Springs - a place where dreams can come true and fortunes made if you are brave enough to take a chance. Handsome and tough heroes with a softer side meet plucky and determined ladies who want more than society thinks they should. Members Reviews: Karla Gracey Did It Again! Karla Gracey did it again! She does a wonderful job conveying real life challenges, adventures and wholesome, sincere and delightful historical romance! It's an added delight that her boxed sets, though each are individual independent books, also feel like chapters in that previous characters have a role too. Looking forward to more from Karla Gracey

Grace and the Preacher Audiobook by Kim Vogel Sawyer

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kim Vogel Sawyer) — Tue, 21 Mar 2017 11:55:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Grace and the Preacher Author: Kim Vogel Sawyer Narrator: Stephanie Cozart Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 03-21-17 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 116 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Mistaken identity leads to romance, laughter, and second chances in this inspirational historical romance. The Kansas community of Fairland anticipates the arrival of their new minister. Over the past several months, late in 1882, postmistress Grace Cristler has communicated with Reverend Dille via letters, answering his questions about the little town and its members and developing an affection for the man who pens thoughtful missives. Theophil Garrison grew up under the loving influence of his saintly grandmother, but when Theo's older cousins make plans to rob a train and involve him in the heist, he flees the scene. While the cousins are on the run and out to avenge Theo's duplicity, he comes across a fatally ill traveler - a minister. Seeing a way to evade his troubles, Theo trades identities with the man, dons his fine black suit, carries a Bible, and prays that he'll be accepted as Rufus Dille. In a short time "ministering" in Fairland, Theo finds himself falling for Grace, stumbling through sermons, but becoming enmeshed in the triumphs and trials of the people in the community. When Theo's true identity is uncovered, what will be left of the wonderful world he has built for himself, Grace, and those in the town who have come to love and accept him? Members Reviews: Great Story A well written story without being subjected to filthy language. I wish more authors would tell the story without the use of bad language. Always grateful to find a good author who writes like the great storytellers in the past! Wonderful christian book i enjoyed it very much...couldn't recommend it more...no illicit sex....just a clean read ..starts sad..but the ends happy. ..i like happy endings!!! Cozy escapism, great narration This is a charming tale from what feels like a much simpler, more innocent era; the story is predictable but delightful to follow. The narrator reads with obvious affection for all the characters; by the end of the book I felt like they had all become old friends. The story is humorous and loving and has a satisfying redemption theme. The references to the Bible are not heavy-handed; the characters turn to God frequently for guidance, but I think you could thoroughly enjoy the story whether or not you are a Christian. If you are, you will no doubt find lots to relate to here. I appreciated the escape into frontier times; a wonderful break from our current political climate. A nice story with memorable characters. An enjoyable story. A tough narration. :-) I enjoyed this story. Pretty much guessed the ending, but that's ok. So many stories have similar ideas, but this one was different! A nice change. I would have enjoyed it more if the older men didn't sound like Granny from the Beverly Hillbilllies, the other men sounded like women, and the main male character didn't sound like an 11 year old boy. it was very hard to picture him as a rough, grown man. Good story! Love this author. Story is heart warming and touching. I was sure about the narration at first, but turned out just fine! I recommend highly

Your Scandalous Ways Audiobook by Loretta Chase

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Loretta Chase) — Tue, 12 Apr 2016 13:05:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Your Scandalous Ways Subtitle: Fallen Women Series Author: Loretta Chase Narrator: Kate Reading Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 04-12-16 Publisher: NYLA Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 237 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: James Cordier is a master of intrigue, a brilliant thief, a first-class lover, and an intimate friend of danger - all for King and Country - and thoroughly sick of it. He just has to complete one last mission, and then he can retire peacefully, and resume his aristocratic life in Regency London, where his most dangerous task will be courting sweet, respectable heiresses. But first, James must charm a set of incriminating letters from a woman who is anything but quiet or respectable: the notorious Francesca Bonnard. Francesca Bonnard has overcome heartbreak, scorn, and scandal to become independent, happy, and definitely fallen! She's learned the hard way that "gentlemen" are far more trouble than they're worth, so she can certainly see that her wildly attractive new neighbor is bad news. But as bad as James is, others - far worse - are also searching for Francesca's letters. And, as James and Francesca are thrust ever closer, suddenly nothing is simple - especially the nearly incendiary chemistry between the two most jaded, sinful souls in Europe. And just as suddenly, risking every danger seems to be worth every reward. Members Reviews: LOVED LOVED LOVED! Do not miss this one! Francesca and James are PERFECT TOGETHER!!!! Loretta Chase has a knack for creating great characters with even better chemistry! The back and forth banter between these two is AMAZING! The story is interesting, but honestly - the dialogue between Francesca and James is just what makes the book. On top of great main characters - there are a bevy of supporting characters that are an absolute riot at times and just as well written. Loretta Chase is definitely in my top 5 writers and this is in the top 5 of the books she's written. That being said - I KNOW that the characters of this book could not come alive as they do without Kate Reading! She is the MASTER of making characters interactions and banter come to life! She is the best all around narrator I have listened to..from romance, to Epic Fantasy she makes it all come alive! WORTH 2 CREDITS in my opinion! Do not miss this one! "Happy Books!" I listen to these stories after an especially dark, depressing story. They make me smile, laugh and always have a happy ending! This author is the only one I listen to in this genre and haven't had a bad listen yet! Narrated to perfection...her "he said, she said" always make me smile...try one! It's so good to be bad Great characters, great story. Another good read from Loretta Chase. Kate Reading is wonderful, as usual. Exciting and exotic This is a favourite book, lush settings, great characters and lots of humour and emotional connection Excellent Loretta Chase is one of my favourite authors for a reason... love her stories, her characters, her sense of humour... And Kate Reading is a great narrator!

The Love of a Rogue Audiobook by Christi Caldwell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Christi Caldwell) — Thu, 18 Jun 2015 17:07:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Love of a Rogue Subtitle: The Heart of a Duke, Book 3 Author: Christi Caldwell Narrator: Tim Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 06-18-15 Publisher: Christi Caldwell Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 160 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Lady Imogen Moore hasn't had an easy time of it since she made her coming out three seasons ago. With her betrothed, a powerful duke, breaking it off to wed her sister, she's become the tons favorite piece of gossip. Never again wanting to experience the pain of a broken heart, she's resolved to make a match with a polite, respectable gentleman. The last thing she wants is another reckless rogue. Lord Alex Edgerton has a problem. His brother, tired of Alex's carousing, has charged him with chaperoning their remaining, unwed sister about at ton events. Shopping? No, thank you. Attending the theater? He'd rather be at Forbidden Pleasures with a scantily clad beauty upon his lap. The task of chaperone becomes even more of a bother when his sister drags along her dearest friend, Lady Imogen, to social functions. The last thing he wants in his life is a young, innocent English miss. Except as Alex and Imogen are thrown together, passions flare, and Alex comes to find he not only wants Imogen in his bed, but also in his heart. Yet now he must convince Imogen to risk all, on the heart of a rogue. Members Reviews: Not the best in the series A decent little story with interesting characters, even the secondary ones. Not my favorite of the series but a good addition to it. Tim Campbell's narration is a mixed bag. His male voices are sexy and great but his women seem too girlish. Something to work on. Sweet! I wasn't sure I would like the hero in this story at first. His character wasn't very nice. But as his attitude was explained through the progress of the story I began to understand there was a lot more to his character. The story was well written and narrated. An easy to follow storyline that had a lot of passion and romance and was still quite clean considering the Hero's history. Very enjoyable! Horrible story, horrible narration What would have made The Love of a Rogue better? I reviewed book 2 in the series and indicated shorter would be better, but this book is shorter, but no better! It was too confusing as to how the two characters came together. The hero is the brother of the heroine's best friend . They have known each other for years, but suddenly they fall in love with each other just over a look in the family library...how! They did not know anything about each other after years of contact. Has The Love of a Rogue turned you off from other books in this genre? No, just those by this author and narrator What didnt you like about Tim Campbells performance? He has been a good narrator in previous books and would be fantastic reading non-fiction as he is clear and authoratative. He kept speaking as if he was doing a bad William Shatner impression, lots of stuttering and hesitating. All I could think of was " Scottie..beam me up!" The voice for the " villan" Rutland was a little too sinister and sounded more like someone plotting world domination, not just taunting the hero. You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? Nothing that I can think of, except it was short, so the misery was over very quickly. Any additional comments? This series started out well and just lost it's way. Nothing was original and with other authors the themes have been handled much better. I think I have given up on this author.

Devil of the Highlands Audiobook by Lynsay Sands

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lynsay Sands) — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 08:07:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Devil of the Highlands Author: Lynsay Sands Narrator: Marianna Palka Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 04-20-10 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1107 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: They call him the Devil.... He is the most notorious laird of Scotland: fierce, cold, deadly...and maybe even worse. Yet Evelinde has just agreed to wed him. Anything, she thinks, is better than her cruel stepmother. Though Evelinde should be wary of the rumors, she can't help but be drawn to this warrior...for the Devil of the Highlands inspires a heat within her that is unlike anything she has ever known. They may call him whatever they wish, but Cullen, Laird of Donnachaidh, cares only for the future of his clan. He must find a wife, a woman to bear him sons and heed his commands. He has no need for beauty or grace, but one taste of his lovely bride's sweet lips and the sultry feel of her skin arouse an untamed passion. Perhaps there's more to marriage than he thought. Members Reviews: Eeyore Thought the story is fun, the narration is just about the very worst I've ever heard. It's like being read to by a depressed Scottish Eeyore... slow, monotone, and over-enunciated in weird ways. Made me want to scream. Better in book form Although the book is a good one the narrator reads in such a monotone voice that I could not stay focused on the story. Buy the paperback or ebook instead. I didn't mind the narrator, myself As another reviewer or two have written, I'm already a dedicated Lynsay Sands fan and was excited to see another of her books available on audio. So, this book was a sure thing for me. I knew that I'd enjoy listening to it, regardless of most other reviewers' opinion of it because of the luxury of being able to listen to it while I did other things, rather than having to sit and read a paperback version (which one has to do with many of her historical romances, because of how few are available on audio). But, I digress... I enjoyed the plot and Sands's writing style, as always. I find her characters compelling and the situations they find themselves in humorous, and she has a way with the love and romance, too. The narrator DID take a little getting used to because of her somewhat-monotone delivery and her interesting accent. However, I liked her, once I was used to her voice and style of delivery. I wouldn't name her as "Audiobook Reader of the Year" because of the monotone quality, but she wasn't completely awful, in my opinion. She did attempt to use different voices for different characters, and her Scottish accent lent a great deal of authenticity to this book (in regards to it being set almost completely in Scotland). Except for trying to weave a little more liveliness into her style, my only other suggestion would be for the dialogue spoken by English characters (Evelinde and Mildrede) be read with an English accent (and all the way through the book, not just here and there) while switching back to a Scottish accent for the Scots. The lack of appropriate accents didn't ruin the audiobook experience for me, but it would have made it a touch better. However, being such a fan of this author, I will not hesitate the buy the audio version of TAMING THE HIGHLAND BRIDE, which is also read by Marianna Palk. As I said earlier, I can be certain that I'll enjoy it, no matter what. good story Preface: I am a Lynsay Sands fan. I like her humor and her way of story telling. Story: I found myself laughing out loud many times in this story.

To Save a Sinner Audiobook by Adele Clee

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Adele Clee) — Wed, 22 Mar 2017 12:43:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: To Save a Sinner Author: Adele Clee Narrator: Stevie Zimmerman Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 03-22-17 Publisher: Adele Clee Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 40 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: He expected to be the topic of scandalous gossip. Banished to Boston for causing the death of Lord Banbury, Lucas Dempsey vowed never to set foot on English soil again. But when his brother inherits the viscountcy and pleads for his return, the opportunity to show his contempt and loathing for the society who turned its back on him proves to be far too enticing to resist. He did not expect an intriguing lady to barge into his home desperate to save his wicked soul. When the dishonorable Lucas Dempsey steps into the ballroom after a four-year absence, Helena Ecclestone is quick to label the gentleman a murderous rogue. That is until she stumbles upon a secret conversation and feels a moral obligation to see justice done. But while the ladies swoon over his handsome countenance, Helena is determined to look beyond such superficial features, intrigued to discover the true character of the gentleman he hides beneath his arrogant facade. Features: Members Reviews: Entertaining Regency Romance I didn't know what to expect from this Author so I was pleasantly surprised to find this book entertaining. The story has some mystery with a few light twists and turns along with a romance that is satisfyingly sweet. There are a couple sex scenes but I don't remember any swearing, etc. I recommend this to everyone, like me, who enjoys Regency Romances. I enjoyed the narration of this story. She was very good at creating different voices for each character. I would like to thank the author, narrator or publisher for voluntarily providing me this free review copy of this audiobook. It was my pleasure to listen and review. Loved the book and the narration.. This was a really good book. There was just enough sexual tension through the whole book so that it didnt get boring waiting for a sex scene that comes out of nowhere, so that was nice. However, I was a little confused with this story. It wasnt a religious book, although I thought it was until I read some of the reviews. (It really needs a different name, IMO.) BUT this was one of the best LOVE stories Ive ever read. The tenderness between Lucas and Helena was so sweet and the sex was great! I really liked Lucas and Helena. I liked the feelings he was continuing to fight over her. And I liked that she was so honest that she told him she loved him after such a short time of knowing him. She was so honest and forthright that you couldnt help but like her. Of course, Lucas thought he wasnt good enough for her, par for the course for 95% of romance books, but she still became important to him within a short time. Anyway, Lucas wanted to tell Helena to go away, in order to protect her from whoever was trying to kill him, and the next minute he couldnt imagine not being able to see her. Oops, and of course they were compromised, and we all know what that means. In the end Lucas had to return to Boston, where he was exiled to when his father thought he killed a man, and Helena turned up on the same ship, along with her father as chaperone. I would like to have seen something happen between his father and him but that wasnt meant to be. And the murderer wasnt in the book, at all, but then showed up out of the blue, ready to kill again. This was a good love story but not that great a mystery. And what happened to Weston? To his sister? A few unanswered questions. There was want and desire in this book that was marvelous and a couple of sex scenes to go with all that love and desire.

Miss Tonks Turns to Crime Audiobook by M. C. Beaton

biacuaduc@gmail.com (M. C. Beaton) — Tue, 01 May 2012 06:52:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Miss Tonks Turns to Crime Subtitle: The Poor Relation, Book 2 Author: M. C. Beaton Narrator: Davina Porter Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 744 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: The poor relations, those genteel paupers of society who live on little more than their dignity, have banded together and started The Poor Relation hotel, hoping to be bought out by their embarrassed relations - but as the hotel prospered, they began to enjoy the fruits of their labor. Now once more they are in need of funds. To stoop to crime in their days of poverty was one thing, but to turn to it again when they have enjoyed a certain amount of success is quite another. But they all agree: the hotel must go on. And so poor, faded Miss Tonks has been persuaded to steal something valuable enough from her rich sister to set the poor relations on their feet. They all have their doubts about Miss Tonks chances for success, but the shy spinster has more than a few surprises in store. Flirtations and feelings abound amid the conspiring group. Members Reviews: More Regency Fun! Miss Tonks Saves the Day! This is the second in a series (would recommend finding "Lady Fortescue Steps Out", which is Book 1) about the fiscally challenged aristocrats who have started a genteel hotel. Once again finding themselves insolvent, they encourage the very timid Miss Tonks sets out to steal from her scheming, grasping sister. A thoroughly enjoyable innocuous novel, with some moments of high humour. Definitely will appeal to fans of Regency romances. This is as well researched as Georgette Heyer (although a lighter on substance), with details such as the quandary one experiences with a full chamber pot early in the evening. It is a cozy, comfort read. Readers might recognise the author under her other pen-name "Marion Chesney". Delightful series! Would you consider the audio edition of Miss Tonks Turns to Crime to be better than the print version? Davina Porter is such a gifted narrator. She brings the author's characters to life in a way that I could never envision just reading the printed book. Who was your favorite character and why? I know the story revolved primarily around Miss Tonks, but Cassandra, Miss Tonks' niece was a treasure What does Davina Porter bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? On occasion I will read the print book of one I've recently listened to and I will actually "hear" Davina Porter's voice in my head narrating the characters. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? I swear that I giggled out loud when Miss Tonks attempted to hold up her sister's carriage while disguised as a highwayman. Any additional comments? This series is IMO a hidden treasure. M. C. Beaton does a fabulous job of capturing the essence of Regency England. Good but too short for the money Over priced for such a short story. $4.99 or under would have been more appropriate Classic Marion Chesney Would you consider the audio edition of Miss Tonks Turns to Crime to be better than the print version? I've loved the book series for years, It's great to listen to it as well. Each has it's own charms, but I must admit Davina Porter is charming to listen to. What did you like best about this story? The confidence Miss Tonks gains through her adventures Have you listened to any of Davina Porters other performances before? How does this one compare? Davina Porter is always excellent to listen to. M.C. Beaton's Poor Relations Series Is a Hoot I am an unabashed M.C.

Trusting a Highlander Audiobook by Keira Montclair

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Keira Montclair) — Wed, 03 May 2017 06:19:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Trusting a Highlander Subtitle: The Soulmate Chronicles, Book 1 Author: Keira Montclair Narrator: Paul Woodson Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 05-03-17 Publisher: Keira Montclair Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 80 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: A clan war stands between them. Can fate bring them together? After each lifecycle, Catherine returns to the heavens for a new assignment. This time, she'll be born in the Highlands of Scotland, and she's thrilled to learn she'll meet her soulmate. Circumstances will try to wrest them apart, but they must stand strong if they're to live a happy life. There's one drawback: Catherine won't remember anything once she's born.... Catherine is married to Henry Merrill, an abusive Englishman who resents her for her failure to bear him sons. Their one daughter means nothing to him, and though the bairn is sickly, he refuses to send for a healer. Desperate, Catherine ventures into the Highlands alone - intent on saving her only daughter - only to find herself in a life-threatening situation mere hours after she leaves the castle. Revenge consumes Graeme MacGregor's every thought. Henry Merrill attacked his castle and slayed his parents and brother in front of him, and he's intent on paying the man back in kind. Finally, after years of training, he and his warriors are ready to mount their attack. But when he rides to Merrill land to conduct a final scouting mission, Graeme instead finds - and rescues - a beautiful lass facing sure death. The brave and feisty beauty reminds him that there's a life beyond revenge, but everything changes when he finds out she is Merrill's wife. First in a new series, this is a stand-alone novel with no cliffhangers. Members Reviews: Trusting a Highlander Awesome story well worth 5 stars and another wonderful narration by Paul Woodson whom as also gets 5 stars. Keith's books always teach subtle lessons or provide food for life changing thoughts. I have loved every one of her books an every audible book as well. Easy to recommend, some sex but not too graphic, very well developed characters and plot. Every one of these collaborations between Keira Montclair and Paul Woodson are exceptional. Well wore the price and time since they are all considered do not miss material. Love this author I absolutely could not stop playing this book it was worth the lack of sleep Soulmates.... What a great start to a new series... I never doubted it. Medieval romance is always done right by Keira Montclair. Paul Woodson does a fabulous job with this genre, the warm timbre of his voice makes listening a sensual experience. Yes there is sex.... tastefully treated, steamy! And yes, very much worth the credit. Great Book Enjoyed every page as I found plowed along listening to the narration! They were both delightful. Good twist to Highland romance Keira Montclair offers love, suspense, intrigue; and wraps it all up in a happily-ever-after ending.

Lord Fenton's Folly Audiobook by Josi S. Kilpack

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Josi S. Kilpack) — Wed, 30 Mar 2016 03:31:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lord Fenton's Folly Author: Josi S. Kilpack Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 03-30-16 Publisher: Shadow Mountain Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 122 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Lord Fenton is a gambler and a dandy, and he will be stripped of his wealth and position unless he rises to his responsibility - one of which is to marry. Far from being a giddy groom, Fenton chooses the unobjectionable Alice Stanbridge simply because he knew her as a young girl, and his mother feels Alice would make a good wife. Alice, however, has harbored feelings for Fenton since their first meeting years ago, and his proposal is a dream come true. Not only will a match with the most eligible bachelor in London secure her future, but it will also give her a place of distinction and admiration. Had anyone admired Alice for anything before now? When Alice learns that she is not only an unwanted wife but a demanded one, however, she closes her heart. Only when Lord Fenton faces the greatest trial of his life does he begin to find love beyond the folly. Could a great love come from a beginning such as this? Members Reviews: Love this author. .narrator does a great job! favorite book of jets, fantastic writer and loved the narration. I would love a sequel to this one. Excellent story Original story between husband and wife and family secrets . I enjoyed the story, my first by this author. Such a great book! My favorite I have read by Josi Kilpack. Fantastic character development and a story that drew me in! Good story it was a very good story, but I was disappointed that the marriage was never consummated. didn't have to have a sex scene. I just thought they came through so much and he told her he loved her but he still didn't consummate the marriage and she's left with it'll be okay because he probably will someday.j Lord Fenton's Folly Throughly enjoyed the intrigue the banter the romance and the development of each character. Loved the twists and turns. I hope there is more to come.

Autumn Duchess: A Georgian Historical Romance Audiobook by Lucinda Brant

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lucinda Brant) — Tue, 25 Aug 2015 10:57:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Autumn Duchess: A Georgian Historical Romance Author: Lucinda Brant Narrator: Alex Wyndham Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 08-25-15 Publisher: Sprigleaf Pty Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 205 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: A beautiful duchess mourns for her beloved. A sun-bronzed merchant returns to claim a birthright. Disparate souls in need of love and renewal. Paths cross and the journey begins... Hampshire, England, 1777: Antonia, Dowager Duchess of Roxton, has been mourning the loss of her soul mate for three long years. Her despair is all-consuming until into her life steps a devilishly handsome younger man. Unconventional and self-assured, wealthy merchant Jonathon Strang will stop at nothing to convince Antonia she can love again, and deeply. Members Reviews: Superbly written I absolutely LOVE how cleverly written this book is. I enjoyed every minute of it. I feel book 2 is better than even book 1 and I really liked book 1. The story was gripping, engaging and completely riveting. An older woman and a man 10 years her junior. A couple of very passionate scenes without LB getting verbally descriptive sexually which I feel adds to the story rather than take away. You will not go wrong with this book. Alex Wyndham narration is star quality! The Autumn Duchess, what a perfect way to begin the season. I read this book several times over the years and it is a favorite in fact if I had to choose one of Lucinda Brants Roxton series to call my favorite this would be it. Ms. Brants skill as a story teller is always reinforced when I find myself completely lost in her books. This is Historical Romance at its best. If you care for impeccable research, terrific writing, and characters that you can fall in love with, it doesnt get any better. This can be enjoyed as a standalone novel, but what fun would that be? Start from the beginning and be transported back to opulent Georgian England. As for Alex Wyndham, he more than narrates this series he inhabits each character and brings them completely to life, a performance that only enhances Brants vivid and lively writing style. I understand there is more to come from these two, and I for one cannot wait! Fabulous read Where does Autumn Duchess rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? Autumn Dutchess ranks in my top favorites along with all her other novels. Each one is richly detailed and full of vividly real characters. The stories take you into wonderful worlds full of history and unexpected events. Her books do not fall into the typical stereotypes and plot lines. Her characters dont just fall in love they learn and grow together. Reading the books in order is important. Do not deny yourself the pleasure of meeting her charactes and joining her world. Alex Wyndham is a superb narrator, perfectly bringing her people and facinating world to life. Intricate stories, with unexpected twists but satisfying plot lines are signature Lucinda Brant. Who was your favorite character and why? In this book the Dutchess continues to shine as a facinating lady with great humour and sensitivity. I love that she is off balance in this book and of course I love the great character of Jonathan who defies all convention and does not back down to anyone What does Alex Wyndham bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Alex is a part of the stories now, he too has become a main character in the series. His range of voices, his timing and his care of the narrative make him an essential part of the family.

Untamed Audiobook by Elizabeth Lowell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Elizabeth Lowell) — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 17:40:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Untamed Subtitle: Medieval Trilogy, Book 1 Author: Elizabeth Lowell Narrator: Anne Flosnik Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 06-19-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 499 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: The beloved daughter of a sacred tribe of the Celtic mystics, she fears an ancient curse that could bring further turmoil to her battle-scarred land...and sorrow to her marriage bed. With a word, the lady could turn her wedding into war. But there awaits in the noble knightï¿œï¿œs embrace a promise of passion unbound - and a love that neither violence nor treachery can tear asunder, a love both invincible and...untamed. Critic Reviews: "Wonderous....Riveting....Powerful and Sensual....sure to thrill and captivate her many fans." (Romantic Times) Members Reviews: Perfect! Lowell's 1993 Untamed just produced in audio is outstanding. Narrator Anne Flosnik is fine. She gives it a big reading darn near Shakespearean proportions and provides excellent voice to a large cast of characters with great enthusiasm. Feminist to the very core of me, I'm not the least bit embarrassed about how much I love this book. This is the take-me-away fantasy done just right. Warrior Dominic Le Sabre (no phallic symbolism here) storms in on his destrier having been awarded a wealthy estate and a virgin bride for service to the hated English king. There are all the familiar Lowellisms here in spades. Heroine Meg is only 19, a humble and selfless healer, beloved by the estate vassals for her selfless devotion to them. Dominic is a scarred warrior who (of course) doesn't believe she's still virgin and scoffs at the Glendruid legends even in the face of some pretty convincing evidence. He does the pet name thing -- calls her "witch" when he's angry and "small falcon" when he's in the mood for love. His big idea to "tame" her is to use the falcon method -- locking her in her room, securing her in gold jesses, and feeding her only by his hand. And, oh dear, he can't love her, and values her only as vessel to provide him many sons. Trouble is there's a catch -- no Glendruid bride can conceive sons without true love in the lovin'. The audio production is enthusiastic, over the top, and melodramatic to the max. It's a sweeping medieval epic and a most satisfying love story. I loved every toe-curling moment of it. Well done. I’ve read this book in hard copy and really liked it. I was curious to see if the listen would measure up. A lot depends on the narrator, and I have listened to Anne Flosnik before and not been impressed. I am happy to say this is one of her better reads. Her performance of the dramatic and pivotal scenes in the book was well done. I will be looking to more listens from her. Hopefully, we will be offered the 2 other books in this trilogy, Forbidden and Enchanted. Everybody loves Lowell! Although this is book 1 in a Midevil Times series, the second book is a stand alone story, as I anticipate book 3 will be as well. However, some story-line items do continue and reading them in order will no doubt be helpful. I love Lowell books because she gives enough detail for you to "see" the story but not so much that you are bogged down with the mundane. Her books are entertaining, don't require deep thought or analysis, although historical in setting it isn't a boring history lesson but just another scene prop. This is yet another wonderful, easy, relaxing Lowell read. Terrible narration, so-so story I really wish I'd paid much better attention to the previous reviews.

By Reason, by Reflection, by Everything Audiobook by P. O. Dixon

biacuaduc@gmail.com (P. O. Dixon) — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 08:29:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: By Reason, by Reflection, by Everything Subtitle: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Author: P. O. Dixon Narrator: Pearl Hewitt Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 12-15-17 Publisher: P. O. Dixon Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Promised to one sister. Bewitched by the other. What if Mr. Thomas Bennet's first-born daughter is promised to the elder Mr. Darcy's first-born son? Are promises made always promises kept? Or is a love like Fitzwilliam Darcy and Miss Elizabeth Bennet's destined to prevail? Members Reviews: Part 2 Please ! Attention P.O. Dixon Surely There is A Sequel ! Hint ? Perhaps Auntie C. and Wicky or A Unknown Characters Are Up To More Mischief ! Love All of Your Continued Goodies Keep Them Comming. !!!!!

The Highlander's Bride Audiobook by Michele Sinclair

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michele Sinclair) — Mon, 15 Jul 2013 07:44:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Highlander's Bride Subtitle: McTiernay Brothers, Book 1 Author: Michele Sinclair Narrator: Anne Flosnik Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-13 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 349 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Highland laird Conor McTiernay had always dreamed of an enduring love. But the reality of women who desired him only for his title and lands made him swear off marriage forever. That is until he first set eyes on the Englishwoman his men found hiding in the forest. Beneath the dirt and grime it was clear Laurel Cordell was beautiful. But would she prove to be yet another beguiling seductress? Laurel trusted that the Scottish chieftain would keep her safe from the cruel laird from whom she had escaped. Looking deep into Conor's silver eyes she saw not only his calculating warrior ways but his quick arousal to passion. But before they can explore the growing desire between them, their newfound love is threatened by secrets from her past.... Members Reviews: Stubborn Highlander! This romantic highland tale is a very simple story that starts out slow (for character development & interest) and ends nice. Laurel and Conor are both very stubborn which gives this love story spunk and chemistry. Although the first half was a bit slow it did pick up and kept me interested. All the other characters are interesting and well developed which I appreciate. Also, I have to say, although I enjoyed this book it seemed to be another Cinderella type romance novel rather than a highlander story. There weren't many struggles or battles.....just toward the ending. So, if you go into this book knowing its not a typical highland warrior tale but more of a spunky romance......I think you will enjoy this one. a highlander and his condquest What did you love best about The Highlander's Bride? the many difficulties Connor and his Lady work through What did you like best about this story? The final ending to a Scottish tale Have you listened to any of Anne Flosniks other performances before? How does this one compare? yes, she does a really great job Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? yes, as I kept wondering how it would finally end Any additional comments? A real good Scottish read with lots of twists and turns as Connor and his sweetheart try and maket a life together BEAUTY & A H'LAND BEAST BUT OPPOSITES CAN ATTRACT Imagine it's 1307, you're an English spirited beauty called Laurel and you're happily on your way to Scotland but a villainous evil Laird and his son kills your guards, captures you and describes (in detail) just what they're going to do to you (and you can imagine what that is). However, and thankfully, fate steps in and gives you a chance to escape....... but it's into the arms of another Laird but this one's a most handsome Highland hunk who captures your heart. Now the problem is he can also be an opinionated, stubborn, dictatorial brute of a man who's used to getting his own way...... and he makes it clear that he wants you, sexually, right from the start but alas it's just not the 'forever' deal. Thankfully, Conor's bark is worse than his bite (he's a sweet pussy-cat really) and although there's instant attraction between both of you and obvious sexual chemistry as he teases, kisses, caresses and takes you further than any man before has done, but he still denies and fights that nothing more can ever happen but he jealously guards and possesses you. Yes, he's in denial and insists that he NEVER EVER intends to wed......

Spinster Audiobook by Suzanne G. Rogers

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Suzanne G. Rogers) — Fri, 02 Jun 2017 13:20:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Spinster Author: Suzanne G. Rogers Narrator: Stevie Zimmerman Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 06-02-17 Publisher: Suzanne G. Rogers Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 58 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Staring down life as an old maid, newly jilted Clare flees to a country home she's inherited from her grandmother. She doesn't count on clashing with her handsome neighbor, whose gentlemanly manners and education are at odds with his workingman image. As their relationship unfolds, however, she discovers the mysterious Meriweather Holcroft is not at all what he appears to be. Members Reviews: Clean good story & plot. First time author for me. I wasn't sure of this one in the beginning but stuck with it and really liked it even if it was a "clean romance" I like them a little steamier. Never the lest it was good. Stevie Zimmerman does one good job of it, too. Haven't been disapointed with her narrations as of yet. Enjoyed! There were a few times that the recording was a little ruff. But it didnt spoil the book looking for more books by this author Great book The story was very good. I enjoyed the characters and love how the author didn't get Lotty get to Claire. A lot of twists! Would you listen to Spinster again? Why? As a rule I don't reread a book or listen more than once to an audio book, but I do think I would give this book a second go. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? A welcome state. Any additional comments? I enjoyed this spirited spinster who refuses to let her shameful state define her. She sets out to make her own place in the world with no concessions to society. Her handsome neighbor infuriates her even as she is drawn to him.This spinster was not a vapor fainting female and I enjoyed her story with all of its twists and turns. Spinster A good book beautifully read hard to put down would recommend for holiday read I liked the way Claire stuck to get her convictions

Duke of My Heart Audiobook by Kelly Bowen

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kelly Bowen) — Tue, 26 Jan 2016 12:53:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Duke of My Heart Author: Kelly Bowen Narrator: Ashford McNab Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 01-26-16 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 261 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Scandal can be handled.... Captain Maximus Harcourt, the unconventional tenth Duke of Alderidge, can deal with tropical storms, raging seas, and the fiercest of pirates. But he's returned home from his latest voyage to find a naked earl - quite inconveniently deceased - tied to his missing sister's bed. And he has only one place to turn. Now he's at the mercy of the captivating Miss Ivory Moore of Chegarre & Associates, known throughout London for smoothing over the most dire of scandals. Miss Moore treats the crisis as though it were no more serious than a cup of spilt tea on an expensive rug. As though this sort of thing happened on the job every day. Max has never in all his life met a woman with such nerve. Her dark eyes are too wide, her mouth is too full, her cheekbones too sharp. Yet together, she's somehow...flawless. It's just like his love for her, imperfect, unexpected - yet absolutely true. Members Reviews: Awesome read.. I just love having to stop long enough to laugh out loud again and again. BUT mostly I love, love, love sexual tension in a book, and this one has a lot. I dont even care if theres sex as long as the tension is there. I absolutely, positively hate it when theres no desire, no lust, no thoughts, no nothing, then theres an explicit sex scene or two. AND some reviewers call that hot and steamy. Umm, no its not! Its sex thrown in because sex sells. BUT theres NOTHING that led up to the sex so that makes it boring. Anyway, this is my first book by Ms. Bowen but it wont be my last. I like sex in my books and Im always looking for authors who can write sexual tension. So far Ive found Samantha Holt and Katie Reus, and 1 other that escapes me right now. I really like Max and Ivory, and everything that happened in his sisters bed chamber. And I loved how Ivory kept giving Max orders and he fought her every step of the way then ended up agreeing with everything she said. It really did remind me of Olivia Pope, of the TV show Scandal. If you like the show you would like this book, and the way Ivory and Elise solve problems for the TON. I have to admit I was getting more and more interested in what happened to Beatrice. AND after I did find out, I realized she was just a normal, non-thinking teenager, as dumb as a box of rocks. I wish the author would have handled that a little bit different. I was hoping I would like Beatrice but I didnt when the truth came out. It almost ruined the book for me. But not quite. There was, as I said before, sexual tension throughout this book and some great sex scenes. There were a couple of dammits but thats about all. So, for all of you who like explicit sex but absolutely NO swearing, this book is for you. As to the narrator: Ms. McNab does a good job on the male and female voices but she doesnt have much emotion when she reads. She doesnt laugh at all, when its called for. She just reads it like normal. Ashford McNab used to be one of my favorites but lately so many narrators seem to be looking at reviews and listening to what people have to say about whats wrong with narration. For example, Eric G. Dove was just OK for me but I just borrowed my daughters iPad and listened to him do Tessa Dawns Blood Curse series, and OMG he was phenomenal. He did all the things he never used to do. The same things Susan Duerden ALWAYS does. Things I wish A.M. would do.

The Mystery Woman Audiobook by Amanda Quick

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Amanda Quick) — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 14:37:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mystery Woman Subtitle: Ladies of Lantern Street Series, Book 2 Author: Amanda Quick Narrator: Justine Eyre Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 04-23-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 510 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: The new Ladies of Lantern Street novel from Amanda Quick explores the crimes, passions, and paranormal secrets of Victorian London. Under the plain gray skirts of Miss Beatrice Lockwoods gown, a pistol waits at the ready. For Beatrice is a paid companion on a secret mission - and with a secret past - and she must be prepared to fight for her life at any moment. Yet she is thrown oddly off guard by the fierce-looking man who joins her in foiling a crime outside a fancy ball - and then disappears into the shadows, leaving only his card. His name is Joshua Gage, and he claims to know Beatrices employers. Beyond that, he is an enigma with a hypnotically calm voice and an ebony-and-steel cane.... Joshua, who carries out clandestine investigations for the Crown, is equally intrigued. He has a personal interest in Miss Lockwood, a suspected thief and murderer, not to mention a fraudster who claims to have psychical powers. The quest to discover her whereabouts has pulled him away from his mournful impulses to hurl himself into the sea - and engaged his curiosity about the real Beatrice Lockwood, whose spirit, he suspects, is not as delicate as her face and figure. He does know one thing, though: This flame-haired beauty was present the night Roland Fleming died at the Academy of the Occult. Guilty or not, she is his guide to a trail of blood and blackmail, mesmerism and madness - a path that will lead both of them into the clutches of a killer who calls himself the Bone Man.... Members Reviews: Predictable but still interesting with past echos I came across Amanda Quick (Jayne Ann Krentz) Arcane series years ago as well as her Harmony series (Jayne Castle) and she became one of my must have authors under her various pseudonyms. This is an Historical, Mystery, Paranormal, Fantasy romance The Ladies of Lantern Street are private investigators, with the Flint & Marsh agency, who accomplish their tasks discretely for their clients by posing as Paid Companions, Governess's or in other guises. Each has a paranormal talent. Beatrice Lockwood in her new profession with Flint & Marsh is hiding from her past after her previous employer was murdered. Joshua North doesn't believe in the paranormal but has the reputation of being able to find things, is after Beatrice believing she is blackmailing his sister. Unfortunately if you have read/listened to Amanda Quick's previous books you will feel this book contains reflections/echos of earlier stories, both from the Arcane Arc and various stand alone novels. Nightmare gas anyone, I could list many more such instances but it would spoil an enjoyable listen and reveal too much of the plot. This is still well worth the listen and well worth the price (Audible version) The narration by Justine Eyre, whilst not on a par with Anne Flosnik, Joyce Bean or Josephine Bailey does not totally ruin the listen I would recommend this this book to all that like Historical paranormal fantasy and even those who, like male lead in the book, do not. Narration saves a bland story I love Justine Eyre's narration - it definitely made this story more interesting. Unfortunately, I felt like fast-forwarding through sections of this book because the story bogged down in places. SADLY Ms QUICK I HAVE TO GIVE THIS PNR 3.5 STARS Well I really love Amanda Quick aka Jane Ann Krentz, and have just about everything that has been/is being released by her ......

To Catch a Spinster Audiobook by Megan Bryce

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Megan Bryce) — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 14:32:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/511/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: To Catch a Spinster Subtitle: The Reluctant Bride Collection, Volume 1 Author: Megan Bryce Narrator: Maureen Cavanaugh Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 01-22-14 Publisher: Megan Bryce Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 107 votes Genres: Romance, Historical Publisher's Summary: Olivia Blakesley, self-proclaimed spinster extraordinaire, is quite happy with her life. She has her studies and her duties, what need does she have of a husband? With five sisters married she knows the reality does not live up to the promise, and does not need to personally experiment with the state to know she would be ill-suited to it. However, she finds herself envious of at least one aspect of marriage. But to experience the physical side of marriage, one doesn't need a husband, all one needs is the right man.... Nathaniel Jenkins knows his duty. Marry a young girl from a respectable family and father an heir, no matter how cold the endless parade of suitable girls leaves him. But a shocking proposal from a scholarly spinster leaves him wondering if unsuitable is just what he's looking for. Can he convince his spinster that marriage is the greatest experiment of all? Members Reviews: Insipid Not an original sentence. Could have been tolerable but the narrator was ghastly . I will for her to avoid in future.insipid Bob @ Platypire Reviews This. Was. Fun! I've always read books where the 'gentleman' is out looking for a good time, while the women of the times were always trying to snag themselves a husband. But Olivia's experiment was a great read....er....listen haha. I didn't read the synopsis, as I was in the middle of things when I came across this audio book. It was a free day, I liked the cover and the title, and decided to go for it. SO glad I did! However, I had to kick the kids out of the room a few times, so, be on the lookout for that! Those scenes were enough to let you know what exactly was going on, but tastefully done, and not enough to curl your toenails. I loved it. The characters are well defined, and the story flowed wonderfully. Story gets 5 Platypires from me. The narrator! She was brilliant! She didn't change her voice to a great degree, but you could differentiate the separate characters quite easily. She spoke clearly, with perfect emotion and emphasis where it needed, and I am planning to look for more books narrated by her. Narration also gets 5 Platypires. So, overall, Bob says: 5 Platypires and 2016 favorite of mine! wonderfully simple!!! It's a very different storyline then a lot of the HEA Historical Romance novels out there. Yet although it's a simple, errrr..... not so simple?, dilemma for the Heroine that drives this book it easily keeps you entertained. Its funny and sexy, just a little sad and very romantically happy.... yes, I enjoyed it! NARRATOR : She did a wonderful job! I knew every character, every mood.... and not once did I 'hear' the narrator. Just as it should be!!! There were no distractions that sometimes exist like mispronounced words, bad timing, fluctuating speed or volume, and none of the mouthy sounds that ruin a good book. All in all I enjoyed this book and Maureen Cavanaugh greatly contributed to that. CREDITWORTHY? : I would give it a definite YES but for the fact that it costs less than a credit does. For me it was definitely dollarworthy! HEAT FACTOR: Steammmmy!!!! Where do I begin? Unbelievably negative, joyless woman who is stubborn beyond belief - lovely patient man who takes all on - gives new meaning to tenacity and is the new Job.