great depiction of that time frame. great characters, awesome last one third of the book. beginning is slow though.

I stumbled on a Kate Morton Book through audible about 1 1/2 year ago and quickly listened to all of them. I loved, loved, loved the stories. Historical mixed with modern and the language is so, beautiful while not being pretentious. I was anxiously awaiting a new book and I was not disappointed at all.

I am always amazed how Kate can transport me to another time and make me feel like I am there. I also get an appreciation for how we have so many stages in our lives and they all weave together. Listening to the beautiful prose is like poetry for the ears when you add a spellbinding story on top you get perfection.

needed to be shorter and more to the point. research for answers was too easy and lacked suspense most of the time. however, pleasant listen for the most part
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books I have ever "read"!! I can't believe that there is actually an author out there today that can construct a plot with well developed characters that can hold one's attention!! I'll be looking for more books by Kate Morton!!!

Vivian - because she has such strength.

Brings a capitivating story line completely to life, allows the terrific plot twists to "grab" the listener unexpectedly; enhances an already enticing dialogue through narration that doesn't draw attention to the narrator but to the characters themselves. GREAT JOB!!!

Sorry, but this is a dumb question; I wouldn't - the title is perfect!

All in all, one of the very best of the best!

What a delightful story!

Love, murder, betrayal, and family secrets all set against the backdrop of modern day England and during the 2nd World War. This story has an end that not only twists and turns, but double-backs upon itself for a thoroughly enjoyable ending; one that I could have never anticipated, but end up being so absolutely satisfying that it stayed with me for days.

I am really selective with my precious credits, and browse for hours on end. I didn't love Morton's last book, so I was hesitant to buy this audiobook. Not only did it end up being the best credit spent thus far, I purchased three hardback copies for gift-giving (including one for myself).

My only smidgen of criticism is for the Australian narrator who had a problem with English accents. As she voiced the characters, she would switch mid-narration between Australian and English - and it threw me off quite a bit in the beginning.

That being said, this is now one of my all-time favorite books....top 10 status.

I can't think of anything that would make the story better. It was a period piece, a character study and a mystery all in one. I thought I had it figured out, but then realized about two thirds through that I was completely wrong. Her characters were very well thought out and believable. I normally stick to mysteries, but I'll try either reading or listening to another one of her books.

The Forgotten. I have it, but I'm sort of saving it to listen to.

Not a thing. She did a great job and I could understand every word which at my age is a blessing.

More sadness in that people aren't nearly as strong or wise as you want them to be.

Yes, it is a great historical mystery

Finding out about Vivien's life in Australia

She is wonderful - she has the perfect voice for this.

I listen to books in the car, so I know I have a good one when I break out the headphones and continue listening at work and at home

This is the first Kate Morton book I've listened to and I'll be looking for another! Although the story started out a bit slow, I kept with it and it did not disappoint. It was enlightening to get a glimpse of what Londoners went through during the Blitz and how people had to cope with loss and grief at every turn. But what made the book a great story was how the characters learned to survive, some with more grace than others and how to truly love despite their own pain. I'd recommend this book to my friends.

I didn't start off loving this book but by the end I was a true believer. Kate Morton does it again.

Yes, this is on my favorites list.

I never suspected the ending. I love surprises! Great book.

Her voice changes with the emotions of characters and events, where some narrators can be distracting, Caroline Lee just brings you right into the story and you won't want to turn her off.