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The Sins of the Father

By: Jeffrey Archer
Narrated by: Alex Jennings, Emilia Fox
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Engrossing and memorable, The Sins of the Father is the second novel in international bestseller Jeffrey Archer’s celebrated the Clifton Chronicles. It takes us to New York in 1939 where our hero Harry Clifton is in desperate need of help.

This audio edition is captivatingly read by Alex Jennings and Emilia Fox.

Only days before Britain declares war on Germany, Harry joins the Merchant Navy, unable to face long-held family secrets and the fact he will never be able to marry his true love Emma Barrington. But when his ship is sunk mid-Atlantic, Harry takes the opportunity to assume the identity of one his deceased rescuers and begin a new life.

Landing in America, he quickly discovers he has made a mistake and without any way to prove his true identity, Harry is now chained to a past that could be far worse than the one he had hoped to escape . . .

Brimming with intrigue, the Clifton Chronicles continues its powerful journey with family loyalties stretched to their limits and fates decided.

Continue the bestselling series with Best Kept Secret and Be Careful What You Wish For.

©2012 Jeffrey Archer (P)2012 Macmillan Audio

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Captivating Read

The characters at the heart of this series are ones in which the reader can identity with at all levels. The way in which the author writes is very appealing. The individual emphasis in layers telling the intertwined stories of the characters. I’ve read two of the series and Archer maintains an interesting story throughout. I can’t wait to start the third book already waiting on my IPad

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First Sentence: My name is Harry Clifton

This is the second installment in the Clifton Chronicles. As the first one, Only Time Will Tell, it is a true page-turner – if you can say that about an audiobook? It’s a fast-paced read, the plot is full of twists and turns, and ends with a massive cliff hanger, and the characters are neatly divided into good guys and bad guys. And that can be very nice. It was a bit unrealistic from time to time – I won’t say how as it will reveal too much. But if you’re just looking for some good entertainment without making an effort yourself, this is the book for you.

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Brilliant storytelling

Only liked the first one but absolutely loved this one. Warning: ends on a cliffhanger and you’ll be obliged to immediately go and download the next in the series.

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great listen,

If you could sum up The Sins of the Father in three words, what would they be?

suspense, electrifying,

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Sins of the Father?

1 negative, the story is not finished, is there to be a following book???

What does Alex Jennings and Emilia Fox bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

with my condition, Eye operation I had no alternative

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Is there to be a following book???

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amazing book :)

i can say it in one word A m a z i n g !

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Another cliffhanger

This second book in the seven book series kept the reader entranced & entertained from the opening chapter & left that same reader agog by the last chapter & full of anticipation for Book 3.
Who could fail to be swept along by the histories of the Clifton & Barrington families, the diverse stories of the supporting characters , all set in the historic city of Bristol ?
Eager,y awaiting the next book in this family saga.

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Excellent audiobook

There are many reasons why Mr. Archer is such a successful author. This series is but one.

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Very good but too short

I really enjoyed it. Almost as good as the first even if a little short

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excellent all round wonderful story . just leaves

did get a tired of the last chapter and no definite conclusion....rather a long story

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Fantastic

Where does The Sins of the Father rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Undoubtedly amoung one of the best.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Sins of the Father?

The finale had me sitting on the edge of my seat and we still don't know what happened.

What about Alex Jennings and Emilia Fox ’s performance did you like?

Clear articulate and lovely voices to listen to.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Don't miss it you'll love it!

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A wonderful read and I can't wait for the next part of the Clifton Chronicles.

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