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So Disappointed in the Narration of Jean Brassard

Revisado: 12-04-24

I was unable to get very far into the story, and I LOVE this series. I've had the audio preordered for months, and was unaware there would be a new narrator. In my opinion, Mr. Brassard is not able to capture the "voices" of the characters very well. They all have a specific cadence and rhythm, in addition to their sound -- he is not true to any of this. It was very difficult to discern which character was speaking, making it hard to follow the story and paint the mind pictures that have been so easy with our previous 2 narrators. I will carve out time to read this one, rather than listen, because I don't want to miss the story, but I fervently hope Ms. Penny will invite Robert Bathurst to narrate for us again with the next book, so we're able to listen and enjoy once more.

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Oh My Goodness...!!

Revisado: 03-06-24

I purchased this when I had several extra credits, finding the premise to be something I might enjoy. It's been sitting in my library for WAY too long, and when I chose it, I had no idea just how much I would love it. The beautiful, reality suspending story, the history, the narration -- all so fabulous. Part of the reason I chose this book was the narration of Saskia Maarleveld, which I had enjoyed from another selection. She didn't disappoint, nor did Will Damron - they were both riveting in their delivery. I know the narration plays a big part in the enjoyment of a story, but had I read this rather than listening, I would still have been entranced by the evocative prose, and the lovely way things were woven together. I will be looking for more stories by Amy Harmon, and more narration by Saskia and Will - either together or separately. You'll not be disappointed in the time you spend, getting lost in the lives of Thomas and Anne.

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Another Fabulous Installment!!

Revisado: 08-14-23

I preordered this book, I downloaded it when it became available to me, and then I hoarded it. I was loath to begin, because I would, after being unable to "put it down", have to wait for the next book. It was all I hoped for, and then some. This series captured my heart-- so well written, with deep character depth and well drawn plots. I feel as though these people are my friends, and I'd like to visit them in Three Pines. Bravo Louise Penny!!

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Wonderful Story!!

Revisado: 04-24-23

What a delight this book was!! It was heartening to hear of the love of reading coming alive in someone, and how beautifully it was used to forge a bond between people, especially at such a horrific time. The narrator was adept at voicing the different characters, so I was always aware of who was speaking. I will be looking for more like this one, for sure.

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Maybe Reading It Would Be Better for Me

Revisado: 04-23-23

I seem to be unable to return this book, though I would do so if I could. I must have had it in my library too long before I decided to give it a "read". I think the story is probably good, as I am a few chapters in now, but it's very hard to follow. I love Lesley Manville, as an actress, but not so much as a narrater. It's hard for me to follow the story, or know which character is talking, if I've left the book for any length of time. As I listen on my way to and from work for the most part, starting and stopping is very much the routine for me. I may try reading it for myself, to see if it's any easier to follow the story that way.

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Enchanting!

Revisado: 02-24-23

I so enjoyed the first book in this series, that I wanted to continue the adventures with Jack and Flora! The story is well written, and I really like the narration by Charlie Norfolk. I don't appreciate it when the narrators change mid series, as I've developed an association between voice and character, so was very pleased Charlie has remained the narrator -- Charlie IS Flora for me. I'll be continuing on with the series, and will look for other things by this author.

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Wonderful Story...average narrator.

Revisado: 06-10-22

This was such a wonderful journey through the lives, and emotions of the characters within. I was deeply moved, several times, and appreciated the honesty with which the story was told. The narrator, while having a lovely voice, did not do justice to the dialect of the mountain people. That was a bit of a detraction, at times, but still well worth the listen.

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Not Interested in More of This Series

Revisado: 12-25-19

I was very excited to try this series, but I think I might like it better as a video, which is unusual for me. I'm sorry to say that I was very disappointed in this and, when I found that I had to talk myself into listening, I just stopped short of the ending by a couple of hours. Also, VERY unusual for me. The story is slow, and I don't care for the narration. She sounds very much the same for all the characters, so it's hard to follow the story if you have to start and stop very much at all.

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Grabbed from The Outset

Revisado: 01-30-19

I really love Francine Rivers books, and this one didn't let me down. She has such a way of telling a story and the message she brings is timely, important and real. I would recommend this, and the many others she's written, wholeheartedly. Susan Bennett did a wonderful job performing the story, as well. This is the first Francine Rivers book I've listened to, as opposed to reading, and I hope Susan Bennett will be the performer on more of these.

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Not For Me

Revisado: 01-30-19

I know this is a classic, and I gave it a real try, but I just couldn't get into it. Too many things I want to listen to/read to spend my time with something that doesn't really grab me.

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