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The Other Side of the Sun Audiobook by Madeleine L'Engle
Jan 12, 201813:18:00Tap to summarizePlease open https://hotaudiobook.com ONLY on your standard browser Safari, Chrome, Microsoft or Firefox to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Other Side of the Sun Subtitle: A Novel Author: Madeleine L'Engle Narrator: Sarah Zimmerman Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 01-12-18 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Fiction, Historical Publisher's Summary: A young British bride is caught up in her new family's complicated history in this atmospheric novel set in the American South after the Civil War. When nineteen-year-old Stella marries Theron Renier, she has no idea what kind of clan she's joined. Soon after their arrival at Illyria, the Reniers' rambling beachside home, Theron is sent on a diplomatic mission, leaving Stella alone with his family. As she tries to settle into her new life, Stella quickly discovers that the Reniers are not what they seem. Trapped in a world unlike anything she's ever known, vulnerable Stella attempts to uncover her new family's dangerous secretsand stirs up a darkness that was meant to stay buried. From the beloved, National Book Awardwinning author of A Wrinkle in Time, The Other Side of the Sun showcases Madeleine L'Engle's talent for involving and suspenseful storytelling. Members Reviews: Gripping tale of race relations told through the lens of a Southern family Not a book for the faint of heart. We will start there. This is a story from another time (around World War I), when mores and attitudes towards race were different. If you can't bear to read about that, then don't. With that said, I loved this book. I have read a ton of L'Engle's fiction and non-fiction, and this book featured much her signature charm: namely fantastic wordplay and subtle meditations of living gracefully in a fallen world. The book was a page-turner for me, and I was really gripped by the tale. It primarily tells the tale of a young English woman who marries into a rambling, old Southern family who live in an equally rambling beach house. She learns the stories of some spinster aunts and gets involved into some really big happenings. Totally good read and a total surprise. I had no idea this book was available, so I was very happy to download this onto my Kindle and into my mind. Five Stars L'Engle tells a must-read story about the ante-bellum South. Not for children or the faint of heart. ... is an older story dealing with the conflicts of good and evil This is an older story dealing with the conflicts of good and evil. How unwillingness to compromise can cause a great deal of damage. There is also the conflict of how people would manipulate innocence to get their own agenda. It is an excellent read and have read it several times. Each time there is something new to ponder. Beautiful and painful. I think this is one of the most exceedingly human stories I've ever read. It tackles subjects which bring much discomfort and anger to many, even to this day. However, it also brings to light how very akin we all are to one another; within the span of emotions, emotional experiences, and drives. There is so much here, and you will ache for the stories each character has to tell. My heart broke for the love shown by certain characters. I'll say no more, I don't want to spoil anything. However, this is a story that will stay with you for awhile. It certainly will stay with me. It will also most likely cause you to think about deeper subjects; from what makes a family, to how the nation was built. Last thing: I think there are many heroes in this book and all for different reasons. People can change what the future holds, and if we try to act with love and the knowledge born of it, we may not always win or come out unscathed - but we can build bridges to light.
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The River Maid Audiobook by Dilly Court
Jan 11, 201812:03:00Tap to summarizePlease open https://hotaudiobook.com ONLY on your standard browser Safari, Chrome, Microsoft or Firefox to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The River Maid Subtitle: The River Maid, Book 1 Author: Dilly Court Narrator: Annie Aldington Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 01-11-18 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Fiction, Historical Publisher's Summary: The stunning new novel from Sunday Times best seller Dilly Court London, 1854: 20-year-old Essie Chapman lives with her father in poverty-stricken Limehouse, working on the river as a boatman. Her life seems set before her, never to leave this part of London and forever at her father's beck and call. Then, one night, she must transport a mysterious man from a foreign ship to the banks of the Thames, a man who ends up renting a room in Essie's house, identifying himself only as 'Raven'. When curiosity gets the better of her, Essie follows him and unwittingly becomes involved in something far greater than she could ever have guessed. Finding herself on a ship bound for the penal colonies in Australia with Raven and his cousin Alice, this is only the start of a remarkable journey taking her to the other side of the world and back again.... Critic Reviews: "Feisty female characters to fall in love with in a spirited, adventurous novel." (Sunday Express) "As always Dilly keeps you absorbed right to the end." (Choice) "A rollicking, fast-paced adventure with a hint of romance!" (My Weekly) Members Reviews: A typical fluffy romance The usual formula girly romance, its a bit of a bland story but the characters are likeable enough. Its pleasant to listen to if you want something easy and unchallenging. Im not sorry I bought it but I would never bother to listen to it again
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The Ransomed Crown Audiobook by Wayne Grant
Dec 8, 201710:59:00Tap to summarizePlease open https://hotaudiobook.com ONLY on your standard browser Safari, Chrome, Microsoft or Firefox to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Ransomed Crown Subtitle: The Saga of Roland Inness, Volume 4 Author: Wayne Grant Narrator: James Young Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 12-08-17 Publisher: Wayne Grant Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Fiction, Historical Publisher's Summary: King Richard has made peace with Saladin, but must run a gauntlet of enemies to get home from the Crusade. While England waits for her King, Prince John spares neither lives nor fortune to usurp his brother's crown. Roland Inness and Millicent de Laval once more find themselves at the centre of a growing civil war. Each will play a crucial role in deciding who will ultimately sit on the throne of England. The Ransomed Crown is the rousing conclusion to The Saga of Roland Inness, though not likely to be the end of Roland's story. The author is working on a new Roland Inness tale to be released in late 2017. Members Reviews: Outstanding finish to the Roland Innes Four-Book Longbow Saga! The fourth and final (?) book in the Roland Inness series, The Ransomed Crown, is in many ways the best in the series. And the series itself is great. The characters have continued to evolve and develop. Old characters are reunited to face new challenges. Newly introduced characters are individually drawn, unique and speak in their own voices. And there is action aplenty. I particularly enjoy the author's battle scenes. Bloody, exciting, front row action, full of surprises. And never boring. How many ways can you cleave an opponent's head? Countless... never boring or repetitive as so many battle scenes are in other books or movies. And the author's West Point and Army background shows through in the tactics employed. Though this is the billed as the last book of the series, I wouldn't be surprised to see future adventures with this group. Not everything is tied up in a neat little bow at the end of the series. Don't get me wrong; it is a satisfying ending, but there could be more adventures ahead. The door is open. Let's hope so. Though billed as youth books, people of all ages will enjoy the excellent writing, strong and well-developed characters and the ever twisting and turning plotline. Great dialogue, great description, great books. Read them. You'll be delighted you did. Loved it! I just finished this series and was very happy with it. The story was good, with enough detail vs. action. The battle scenes were well described without boring me to tears by the time they were done. The characters were likable and flawed at the same time. The dialogue was good. And important to me, the writer managed to tell a great tale without feeling the need to succumb to frequent vulgarity...especially with word usages that were probably not even known it that time period. And there was great romance without it needing to sink into overdone sexual imagery; two things that made me put down Steven McKay after only a couple of chapters. I liked this series and am looking forward to more from Wayne Grant in the future. A thoroughly good read The characters in this novel are both complex and interesting. While battles occur and there is a background story of evolving love between two characters there are no gory descriptions of violence or steamy sex scenes. This novel is the culmination of a story arc that built over the first two novels in the series and ties up the story line nicely while still leaving opportunities for the author to follow the characters in future stories. I'm looking forward to where Mr. Grant takes them next. The Adventures Just Keep Coming! I have enjoyed all the books in this well written series.
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The Runaway Children Audiobook by Sandy Taylor
Dec 6, 201711:25:00Tap to summarizePlease open https://hotaudiobook.com ONLY on your standard browser Safari, Chrome, Microsoft or Firefox to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Runaway Children Author: Sandy Taylor Narrator: Alison Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 12-06-17 Publisher: Bookouture Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Fiction, Historical Publisher's Summary: An unforgettable journey of two evacuee sisters during the Second World War - and their determination to stay together no matter what. London, 1942: Thirteen-year-old Nell and five-year-old Olive are being sent away from home to escape the devastation of the East End during the Blitz. Leaving behind their beloved mother and brothers, they dont know if they will ever see them again. As the sisters adjust to their new life in a close-knit Welsh village, they gradually find hope in the friendships they make. And Nell kindles a special bond with fellow evacuee Jimmy, who makes her smile even at the hardest of times. But when little Olives safety is threatened, Nell makes a decision that will change their lives forever. They must run from danger and find their way home.... Together, through tears and laughter, the two sisters hold each others hands as they make an incredibly brave journey across war-torn England. Will they be reunited with the family they have missed for so many years? Or is there more heartache to come? A moving story of unconditional love, friendship and the fight for survival during a time of unimaginable change. This book is guaranteed to find a place in your heart. Perfect for fans of Orphan Train and The Girl With No Name. Members Reviews: Great story!! Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I enjoyed the story and was able to understand the story, and i knew the area where she was talking about. (Eastbourne). I would recommend this book to anyone as it was such a great story. What was one of the most memorable moments of The Runaway Children? The most memorable moment was when they went to seaview. Have you listened to any of Alison Campbells other performances? How does this one compare? No Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? The story made me laugh because of the acting.
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Alias Grace Audiobook by Margaret Atwood
Nov 2, 201715:56:00Tap to summarizePlease open https://hotaudiobook.com ONLY on your standard browser Safari, Chrome, Microsoft or Firefox to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Alias Grace Author: Margaret Atwood Narrator: Sarah Gadon, Margaret Atwood Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 11-02-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Fiction, Historical Publisher's Summary: From the number one New York Times best-selling author of The Handmaid's Tale Soon to be a Netflix Original series, Alias Grace takes listeners into the life of one of the most notorious women of the 19th century. It's 1843, and Grace Marks has been convicted for her involvement in the vicious murders of her employer and his housekeeper and mistress. Some believe Grace is innocent; others think her evil or insane. Now serving a life sentence, Grace claims to have no memory of the murders. An up-and-coming expert in the burgeoning field of mental illness is engaged by a group of reformers and spiritualists who seek a pardon for Grace. He listens to her story while bringing her closer and closer to the day she cannot remember. What will he find in attempting to unlock her memories? Captivating and disturbing, Alias Grace showcases best-selling, Booker Prize-winning author Margaret Atwood at the peak of her powers. Cover photo by Sabrina Lantos, courtesy of Halfire Entertainment. The miniseries Alias Grace is a Halfire Entertainment Production made for CBC and Netflix. Members Reviews: The brilliance of Atwood's merging of truth and fiction The story! Femme Fatale or Innocent Maiden? Alias Grace by Margaret Atwood tells the true story of 19th century alleged murderess Grace Marks. At age 15/16, Grace Marks was convicted of killing her employer and his mistress with a fellow member of âthe helpâ, James McDermott. Graceâs trial was highly publicized across Canada, the US, and Europe (she was an Amanda Knox of her time, if you will, more on that later.) Her story soon became both sensationalized and romanticized, and the true story seemed to fall by the wayside as the years went on. Throughout Alias Grace, Atwood illustrates a system inherently skewed against someone like Grace because of her sex, age, and socio-economic status. At one point, a character notes that if Grace had come from a wealthy family her âmadnessâ wouldnât have been handled as it truly was. After the murder trial, Graceâs death sentence was changed to life in prison. However, for the first part of her imprisonment she was committed to an asylum, where Atwood alludes to abuse and sexual assault. I do not doubt it of that period, especially with a woman in that situation. Alias Grace is a framed story, with Grace recounting her side of the story to young Dr. Simon Jordan. Dr. Jordan has foregone a traditional medical practice in favor of studying the mind and mental illness. As a forerunner of the field (although Dr. Jordan is fiction), he seeks to prove Graceâs innocence by uncovering the truth of the events, as well as Graceâs mental state. It goes without saying that in the 19th Century, the majority of mental illnesses were not yet âdiscoveredâ, researched, and diagnosedâthus, the individual likely would have been locked up and forgotten. I particularly enjoyed Graceâs friendship with fellow maid Mary Whitney, as well as her doctor-patient relationship with Simon Jordan. Mary Whitney is often a foil to Grace; an outspoken young woman in a time when such behavior was viewed with suspicion. In fact, Grace and Mary were so close that I sometimes wondered if there was a Fight Club situation going on with them. I wonât get into spoilers, but there is a hypnosis event that occurs toward the end of the book that will both jolt and chill the reader.
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Last Christmas in Paris Audiobook by Hazel Gaynor, Heather Webb
Oct 3, 201708:08:00Tap to summarizePlease open https://hotaudiobook.com ONLY on your standard browser Safari, Chrome, Microsoft or Firefox to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Last Christmas in Paris Subtitle: A Novel of World War I Author: Hazel Gaynor, Heather Webb Narrator: Alex Wyndham, Billie Fulford-Brown, Morag Sims, Gary Furlong, Greg Wagland, Antony Ferguson, Derek Perkins, Mary Jane Wells Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 10-03-17 Publisher: Harper Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 82 votes Genres: Fiction, Historical Publisher's Summary: New York Times best-selling author Hazel Gaynor has joined with Heather Webb to create this unforgettably romantic novel of the Great War. August 1914. England is at war. As Evie Elliott watches her brother, Will, and his best friend, Thomas Harding, depart for the front, she believes - as everyone does - that it will be over by Christmas, when the trio plan to celebrate the holiday among the romantic cafés of Paris. But as history tells us, it all happened so differently.... Evie and Thomas experience a very different war. Frustrated by life as a privileged young lady, Evie longs to play a greater part in the conflict - but how? - and as Thomas struggles with the unimaginable realities of war, he also faces personal battles back home, where War Office regulations on press reporting cause trouble at his father's newspaper business. Through their letters Evie and Thomas share their greatest hopes and fears - and grow ever fonder from afar. Can love flourish amid the horror of the First World War, or will fate intervene? Christmas 1968. With failing health, Thomas returns to Paris - a cherished packet of letters in hand - determined to lay to rest the ghosts of his past. But one final letter is waiting for him.... Full narrative cast includes Alex Wyndham, Billie Fulford-Brown, Morag Sims, Gary Furlong, Greg Wagland, Antony Ferguson, Derek Perkins, Jane Copland, and Mary Jane Wells. Members Reviews: Lovely This audiobook is beautiful. The voices give it shape, warmth, character, depth. I couldnt stop listening! It was if I was mesmerically floating in the air between Tom and Evie, anxious to pass on their next letter, waiting with bated breath at all it would contain and all that would be left unsaid. There are no words to describe this... There are no words to describe this story but I will try. I loved this story. Sometimes there are stories that don't leave you, I think this is one of them! It grabbed me from the beginning and didn't let go, I wanted to find out how everything was going to work out but I didn't want it to end. The narration was perfect! A beautiful and mesmerizing tale This book was beautifully written and the cast that read it really brought the story to life. I had tears in my eyes! This gives The Notebook a run for its money. Is it Love? Are We Just Friends? What did you love best about Last Christmas in Paris? The novel was written in correspondence form. It requires the reader to pay attention to the changes all the time. I thought that the character development was wonderful. The horrors of war were discussed. PTSD though not used in that form, the psychological horror of battle brought up and discussed. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Due to the format, no it would definitely require a few sittings. Any additional comments? It was frustrating that all that letter writing and no one could ask if it was love? Even after the young girl joins the war effort, still no I love you. Hmm!? I was surprised to see all the narrators. I will have to listen to the novel again to gain the different perspectives of all the voices.
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The Daughters of Ireland Audiobook by Santa Montefiore
Aug 15, 201718:33:00Tap to summarizePlease open https://hotaudiobook.com ONLY on your standard browser Safari, Chrome, Microsoft or Firefox to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Daughters of Ireland Author: Santa Montefiore Narrator: Genevieve Swallow Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 08-15-17 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 78 votes Genres: Fiction, Historical Publisher's Summary: Ireland, 1925. The war is over. But life will never be the same.... "Everything Santa Montefiore writes, she writes from the heart," says Jojo Moyes. See why in this unforgettable story of love, loss, and life, perfect for fans of Downton Abbey and Kate Morton. In the green hills of West Cork, Ireland, Castle Deverill has burned to the ground. But young Celia Deverill is determined to see her ruined ancestral home restored to its former glory - to the years when Celia ran through its vast halls with her cousin Kitty and their childhood friend Bridie Doyle. Kitty herself is raising a young family, but she longs for Jack O'Leary - the long-ago sweetheart she cannot have. And soon Kitty must make a heartbreaking decision, one that could destroy everything she holds dear. Bridie, once a cook's daughter in Castle Deverill, is now a well-heeled New York City socialite. Yet her celebrity can't erase a past act that haunts her still. Nor can it keep her from seeking revenge upon the woman who wronged her all those years ago. As these three daughters of Ireland seek to make their way in a world once again beset by dark forces, Santa Montefiore shows us once more why she is one of the best-loved storytellers at work today. Members Reviews: My first Santa Montefiore book! What did you love best about The Daughters of Ireland? I didn't listen to the first two books so the characters where new to me. Loved the story! The only thing I didn't like is I was left with what's going to happen and then looked to see if there was a sequel only finding that there where two previous books. Looking for the next book in the series! What did you like best about this story? I loved how the different characters intertwined. Repeat of Daughters of Castle Deverill I was expecting this book to be the third book in a series that started with The Girl in the Castle. This book, although a good story & beautifully narrated, is a repeat of the second book Daughters of Castle Deverill. I was looking forward to the story moving on in the series so this book was a disappointment. Better than the 1st one. Much better than the first one. I loved all of the new storylines and can't wait for the next installment. Daughters of Ireland ok Hoping for a bit of historical fiction but this was not that book. A long book which ended with a few unanswered and confusing story lines. Isn't this just the second book again? This has to be a mistake. please let us know when the actual book is released.
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See What I Have Done Audiobook by Sarah Schmidt
Aug 1, 201709:44:00Tap to summarizePlease open https://hotaudiobook.com ONLY on your standard browser Safari, Chrome, Microsoft or Firefox to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: See What I Have Done Author: Sarah Schmidt Narrator: Jennifer Woodward, Erin Hunter, Garrick Hagon Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-17 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 107 votes Genres: Fiction, Historical Publisher's Summary: Lizzie Borden took an ax And gave her mother 40 whacks When she saw what she had done She gave her father 41. Or did she? In this riveting debut novel, See What I Have Done, Sarah Schmidt recasts one of the most fascinating murder cases of all time into an intimate story of a volatile household and a family devoid of love. On the morning of August 4, 1892, Lizzie Borden calls out to her maid, "Someone's killed Father." The brutal ax murder of Andrew and Abby Borden in their home in Fall River, Massachusetts, leaves little evidence and many unanswered questions. While neighbors struggle to understand why anyone would want to harm the respected Bordens, those close to the family have a different tale to tell - of a father with an explosive temper, a spiteful stepmother, and two spinster sisters, with a bond even stronger than blood, desperate for their independence. As the police search for clues, Emma comforts an increasingly distraught Lizzie, whose memories of that morning flash in scattered fragments. Had she been in the barn or the pear arbor to escape the stifling heat of the house? When did she last speak to her stepmother? Were they really gone, and would everything be better now? Shifting among the perspectives of the unreliable Lizzie; her older sister, Emma; the housemaid, Bridget; and the enigmatic stranger, Benjamin, the events of that fateful day are slowly revealed through a high-wire feat of storytelling. Members Reviews: Rambling saved by narrators. This story is told from four character's povs. The problem is that the writing style and rhythm barely changed from person to person. Even the narrators had trouble sometimes making the writing sound different from one character to the next. But it is the performances, I think, that saves this, which may be why the audio is getting higher reviews than the book. Frankly, the story begins to ramble and get down right silly at times, in its theory of what took place. I found myself tuning out or shaking my head while listening. A caveat: Maybe I am too much of a realist to take this book seriously. I prefer to stick to nonfiction, but this book didn't convince me otherwise. Beautiful cover art. Disappointing. I was so looking forward to this one. Narration is boring and the story is so disjointed. Nothing new and fun about it. Very Weird Writing, Characters Too Similar Very weird prose. It seems more like a college exercise with odd repetitions and everyone putting macabre things in their mouth. Really hated this story. The acting so so. Not recommended at All. part missing? This book had all the potential of being excellent, but then, when it becomes most interesting, it abruptly stops. What gives ms Schmidt? Well-narrated, intense story! I'm not a Lizzie theorist, so I don't know how many times she's been put into fictional context, but this version of her life as an infantilized manipulator got under my skin. I gave the novel a small demerit for inducing nausea with exquisite detail, and then keeping it up, and up, and up....
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Bread Givers Audiobook by Anzia Yezierska
Aug 1, 201707:06:00Tap to summarizePlease open https://hotaudiobook.com ONLY on your standard browser Safari, Chrome, Microsoft or Firefox to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bread Givers Subtitle: A Novel, 3rd Edition Author: Anzia Yezierska Narrator: Gabra Zackman Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Fiction, Historical Publisher's Summary: This masterwork of American immigrant literature is set in the 1920s on the Lower East Side of Manhattan and tells the story of Sara Smolinsky, the youngest daughter of an Orthodox rabbi, who rebels against her father's rigid conception of Jewish womanhood. Sarah's struggle toward independence and self-fulfillment resonates with a passion all can share. Compelling and beautifully written, Bread Givers is an essential historical work with enduring relevance. Members Reviews: Amazing! I loved this book! I had to listen/read for my social work culture class and It was hard to stop listening! Traditions are not all the same but the structure is no different no matter where you come from. fundatory I had to read this for a history class and I'm glad I did. It was so moving and I felt my feelings about certain characters change as fast as the narrator. A must read
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The Wildling Sisters Audiobook by Eve Chase
Jul 25, 201710:46:00Tap to summarizePlease open https://hotaudiobook.com ONLY on your standard browser Safari, Chrome, Microsoft or Firefox to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wildling Sisters Author: Eve Chase Narrator: Clare Corbett, Emilia Fox Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 07-25-17 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 54 votes Genres: Fiction, Historical Publisher's Summary: An evocative novel in the vein of Kate Morton and Daphne du Maurier, in which the thrill of first love clashes with the bonds of sisterhood, and all will be tested by the dark secret at the heart of Applecote Manor. Four sisters. One summer. A lifetime of secrets. When 15-year-old Margot and her three sisters arrive at Applecote Manor in June 1959, they expect a quiet English country summer. Instead they find their aunt and uncle still reeling from the disappearance of their daughter, Audrey, five years before. As the sisters become divided by new tensions when two handsome neighbors drop by, Margot finds herself drawn into the life Audrey left behind. When the summer takes a deadly turn, the girls must unite behind an unthinkable choice or find themselves torn apart forever. Fifty years later Jesse is desperate to move her family out of their London home, where signs of her widower husband's previous wife are around every corner. Gorgeous Applecote Manor, nestled in the English countryside, seems the perfect solution. But Jesse finds herself increasingly isolated in their new sprawling home, at odds with her 15-year-old stepdaughter, and haunted by the strange rumors that surround the manor. Rich with the heat and angst of love both young and old, The Wildling Sisters is a gorgeous and breathtaking journey into the bonds that unite a family and the darkest secrets of the human heart. Members Reviews: I loved it! This was an enjoyable listen. The bond of sisters is strong, but when there is trouble, the bond is so much stronger. The narration was perfect. Great storytelling Really good. I love stories. I love stories that characters are relatable to. Flawed, but still not giving up. This story carries with it the prevalence of sisterhood, in the way that sister's are flawed. But, yet still trying! Gripping read This book left me wanting more. The characters are so vivid I'd love to know what happens next.
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