Blue Dahlia

In the Garden, Book 1

By: Nora Roberts

Narrated by: Susie Breck

Length: 10 hrs and 46 mins

Publisher's summary

Against the backdrop of a house steeped in history and a thriving new gardening business, three women unearth the memories of the past in the first novel in #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts’ In the Garden Trilogy.

A Harper has always lived at Harper House, the centuries-old mansion just outside of Memphis. And for as long as anyone alive remembers, the ghostly Harper Bride has walked the halls, singing lullabies at night…

Trying to escape the ghosts of the past, young widow Stella Rothchild, along with her two energetic little boys, has moved back to her roots in southern Tennessee. She isn’t intimidated by Harper House - nor by its mistress. Despite a reputation for being difficult, Roz Harper has been nothing but kind to Stella, offering her a comfortable place to live and a challenging new job as manager of the flourishing In the Garden nursery.

As Stella settles comfortably into her new life, she finds a nurturing friendship with Roz and expectant mother Hayley and a fierce attraction to ruggedly handsome landscaper Logan Kitridge. He’s difficult but honest, brash but considerate - and undeniably sexy. And for a sensible woman like Stella, he may be just what she needs...

Don’t miss the other books in the Garden Trilogy:
Black Rose
Red Lily

©2004 Nora Roberts (P)2004 Brilliance Audio

Critic reviews

"Roberts, the queen of romance, launches a new trilogy with a captivating tale in which her considerable talents at creating richly compelling characters and witty, spellbinding stories come into full bloom in a paranormal-tinged romance." ( Booklist)

One of my favorite series

This is one of my favorite series by Nora Roberts. I love the stories that take place in Ireland but this was so perfect. The characters were great, and as always Ms Roberts gives you a wonderful local description as well as information. In this case about gardening. Susie Breck brought this story to life, I can't think of anyone who could have done a better job with this story. She had the accents without being cheesy. With just enough "spooky" to add interest.

Loved it!

Can't wait to begin the 2nd book tonight...matter of fact, I'm going to start it right now.

Love these books

Where does Blue Dahlia rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This series ranks high in my listening time

What did you like best about this story?

The characters where great..

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

I am not sure if I have but enjoyed this book

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I laughed cried and just really enjoyed my time

great book!

I really enjoyed they characters in this book. I really hope this is a series. Great narrator!

Great read!

Would you listen to Blue Dahlia again? Why?

Yes, it is another great Nora Roberts book and the narrator was very good.

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

This is my first Susie Breck performance. I look forward to hearing her again.

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

Yes, it definitely is.

Traditional Nora Roberts, but I like the genre.

Would you listen to Blue Dahlia again? Why?

Probably not, but I seldom listen to a book twice.

What other book might you compare Blue Dahlia to and why?

I have read or listened to several Robert's series and while they all have the same formula, they are all different.

Which scene was your favorite?

When the spirit took over the boy's room

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Both

Any additional comments?

Keep them coming, Ms. Roberts!

Good Listen

I thought this book had a slow start. I started listening and couldn't get into it so I stopped and left it sitting in my library for months. Glad I finally went back to give it another try. If you can get past the slow start it's a decent story.

Another Nora thumbs up

Easy listening. Narrator very good. Love her kid voices. Can’t wait to start the next in the series.

Blue dahlia

Another amazing book love Nora Roberts and her stories she keeps you on your toes and you can’t wait to read more

A very outstanding listening experience!

one Very inspiring wonder Filled book for your library to fall in love with To start your trilology!