16 Lighthouse Road

Cedar Cove, Book 1

By: Debbie Macomber

Narrated by: Sandra Burr

Length: 9 hrs and 46 mins

Publisher's summary

Dear Listener, You don't know me yet, but in a few hours that's going to change. You see, I'm inviting you to my home and my town of Cedar Cove, because I want you to meet my family, friends, and neighbors. Come and hear their stories - maybe even their secrets! I have to admit that my own secrets are pretty open. My marriage failed some years ago, and I have a rather...difficult relationship with my daughter, Justine. Then there's my mother, Charlotte, who has plenty of opinions and is always willing to share them. Here's an example: I'm a family court judge, and she likes to drop in on my courtroom. Recently, I was hearing a divorce petition. In Charlotte's view, young Cecilia and Ian Randall hadn't tried hard enough to make their marriage work - and I agreed. So I rendered my judgement: Divorce Denied. Well, you wouldn't believe the reaction! Thanks to an article by Jack Griffin, the editor of our local paper (and a man I wouldn't mind seeing more of!), everyone's talking. Cedar Cove - people love it and sometimes they leave it, but they never forget it! See you soon...Olivia Lockhart, 16 Lighthouse Road, Cedar Cove, Washington

P.S. Pay another visit to Cedar Cove.

©2008 Debbie Macomber (P)2008 Brilliance Audio

Critic reviews

"Prolific Macomber...is known for her honest portrayals of ordinary women in small-town America, and this tale cements her position as an icon of the genre." ( Publishers Weekly)

Good Story, Lousy Narrator

Many characters, every one with an interesting story. I enjoyed the story enough to continue with the series, but the narrator sounded just like a telephone operator, mechanical and impersonal. I will read the rest of the series the old fashioned way.

Cedar Cove series

Absolutely loved this book and the characters were absolutely amazing. Can't wait to read more in the series!!

Performance to robot like

I like the story of the book but the performance is lacking. She sounds like a robot at times and so stiff and all the men sound like they’re 80.

An Interesting Beginning To A Romance Series

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

I got this book on a Daily Deal promotion for under $5. I would not have purchased it at full price or use a credit, as I like my books a bit more racy with more spice and 'bedroom' action.

That being said, this is a NICE, SWEET romance book, not raunchy or descriptive in the intimate scenes-leaving you to decide how to interpret. A lot of romance, several stories intertwined within the one book. The characters include a judge, her 'helpful' elderly mother, a couple young couples, a disappearing husband, etc. It is funny, feel good and the book does take on some heavy material, characters deal with the death of an infant, another with a miscarriage.

I look forward to reading more in the series-though I hope to get them on sale.

Dear Listener, You don't know me yet, but in a few hours that's going to change. You see, I'm inviting you to my home and my town of Cedar Cove, because I want you to meet my family, friends, and neighbors. Come and hear their stories - maybe even their secrets! I have to admit that my own secrets are pretty open. My marriage failed some years ago, and I have a rather...difficult relationship with my daughter, Justine. Then there's my mother, Charlotte, who has plenty of opinions and is always willing to share them. Here's an example: I'm a family court judge, and she likes to drop in on my courtroom. Recently, I was hearing a divorce petition. In Charlotte's view, young Cecilia and Ian Randall hadn't tried hard enough to make their marriage work - and I agreed. So I rendered my judgement: Divorce Denied. Well, you wouldn't believe the reaction! Thanks to an article by Jack Griffin, the editor of our local paper (and a man I wouldn't mind seeing more of!), everyone's talking. Cedar Cove - people love it and sometimes they leave it, but they never forget it! See you soon...Olivia Lockhart, 16 Lighthouse Road, Cedar Cove, Washington

Who was your favorite character and why?

I enjoyed Charlotte-the elderly mother of the judge. She is clever and funny without meaning to be. She stumbles on to her own mystery and is determined to figure it out.

What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike?

I felt the narrator was above average, though she did sound more believable with the older characters.

Any additional comments?

NOTE: No graphic content nor cursing. A nice, contemporary romance.

Good Start to series

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I read a book later in the series and thought I would go back and pick up the rest. So far I find Lighthouse Road to be a good start to the series. I look forward to hearing the others.

Would you recommend 16 Lighthouse Road to your friends? Why or why not?

Yes, it is the start of a series that I feel will be very good.

Have you listened to any of Sandra Burr’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

not sure

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

no I listened over a few days

Any additional comments?

no

16 Lighthouse Road

Enjoyed this book very much. Looking forward to book 8. I have the whole series.

Three stars for sort of okay.

I’ve always loved Debbie Macomber’s stories. And Sandra Burrus narration was quite good on the female parts, although every character had the same little, mechanical laugh. However, the storyline had a whole lot of talk, talk, talking, and it eventually left some things totally unresolved after a great deal of buildup, while others were quickly buttoned up with little or no fanfare. It could’ve been substantially abbreviated in the middle and expanded toward the end. I was left feeling like OK, I filled my required number of pages, time to wrap it up. There were some nice people in your story, but I just couldn’t get close to any of them. I’m afraid I was left feeling let down and disappointed in this particular book.

Family dynamics at it's finest

I tell you, I fell in love with Charlotte right away! I imagine if I ever had a grandma I would want her to be just like her. I love the relationship she has with Olivia. And Stan... you can keep away... ya ya, I know... you don't know how. lol. Exceptionally Written.

Average

Would you consider the audio edition of 16 Lighthouse Road to be better than the print version?

Never read the print version

What was most disappointing about Debbie Macomber’s story?

Not enough happy endings throughout the book

Would you be willing to try another one of Sandra Burr’s performances?

Probably not

Any additional comments?

The narrator voice was annoying

Debbie is my current book series!

A very good choice for #1.
I have seen the series and decided to listen to the series!