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New England White

By: Stephen L. Carter
Narrated by: Bahni Turpin
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Publisher's summary

With his powers of observation, and the same richness of plot and character, the author of The Emperor of Ocean Park returns to the New England university town of Elm Harbor, where a murder begins to crack the veneer that has hidden the racial complications of the town's past, the secrets of a prominent family, and the most hidden bastions of African-American political influence. At the center is Lemaster Carlyle, the university president, and his wife, Julia Carlyle, a deputy dean at the divinity school - African Americans living in "the heart of whiteness".

Lemaster is an old friend of the president of the United States. Julia was the murdered man's lover years ago. The meeting point of these connections forms the core of a mystery that deepens even as Julia closes in on the politically earth-shattering motive behind the murder.

Relentlessly suspenseful, galvanizing in its exploration of the profound difference between allegiance to ideas and to people, New England White is a resounding confirmation of Stephen Carter's gifts as a writer.

©2007 Stephen L. Carter (P)2007 Books on Tape
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Critic reviews

"A compelling, literate page-turner that effortlessly blends a gripping whodunit with complex discussions of politics and race in contemporary America....In the richness of his characters, both major and minor, and the intelligence of his writing, Carter rivals Scott Turow." (Publishers Weekly)
"[An] irresistible - and highly intelligent - thriller. Carter strikes again." (Kirkus)

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Masterfull.

This is the second of Stephen L. Carter's book I had the pleasure reading and listening to. The storyline was great, compelling and intriguing. It keeps you locked in. This also lends to the narrator. Bonnie Turpine is believable. She made me feel like she, herself is the character (s). I enjoy listening to her. she is one of the reasons why I make my selections. I look forward to reading/listening another of of his books.

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Bahni Turpin is a wonderful narrator. Her accents were believable and made the story flow.

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GREAT LIFETIME MOVIE

Only gave it an overall 3 because it got confusing at the very end. This would be a great Lifetime movie. story was good. the reader's performance was good. story was very long.

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Not the best

Story dragged on and had too many insignificant characters. I kept having to re-listen to so many parts because it was so boring

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Defies classification

For an acclaimed, "literary" novel, this (audio)book is incredibly entertaining. It is a confident, engaging blend of mystery and human/social commentary. The writing breezes along and furthers a top-notch plot, but manages to slip in ideas about people and their relationships in such a crisp, fresh way that it actually helps validate the who-dunnit aspect. I like the way much of the narrative is by and involves some compelling and memorable female characters. Great narration, too.

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The Best

The author is a superb writer and the narrator does a terrific job!

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Performance is awesome

The twists and turns of the story lost me at times but Ms Turpin performance kept me engaged to the satisfying end. I enjoy Carter’s novels and picking up the characters mentioned in his other books.

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perfect marraige of writing and narration

There are plenty of published reviews that will tell you how engaging this book is, but narrator Bahni Turpin truly brought it to life. Her voice was the perfect choice for this story, matching the characters and writing style throughout.

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Believe what you read!

"What critics say" and the Publisher's summary are apt descriptions of this novel. Many chores were not accomplished because I was engrossed in this well-written and well-read audiobook. Can't wait to read Emperor of Ocean Park!

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Everything you could want in an Audiobook

Would you listen to New England White again? Why?

I actually have already listened to it twice. I would wait a while and then listen again. Entertaining, smart, looked forward every day to listening while I exercised and eventually started to listen whenever I got the chance. The second listen was as good as the first.

What other book might you compare New England White to and why?

Emperor of Ocean Park. Maybe Scott Turow's books.

What does Bahni Turpin bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Realism.

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