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Love on the Line

By: Deeanne Gist
Narrated by: Barbara McCulloh
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A Christy Award winner and RITA finalist, best-selling author Deeanne Gist crafts inspirational fiction of the highest order. Set in Texas at the turn of the century, this historical gem finds Georgie Gail as a tough-as-nails switchboard operator trying to make a living in a man’s world. So when the handsome Luke Palmer is hired as her colleague, she’s anything but pleased. What Georgie doesn’t know is that Luke is an undercover Texas Ranger chasing a gang of train robbers - and they’re headed her way.

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When Not All Is What It Seems

Deeanne Gist once again delivers a stellar novel full of twists, turns, quirky lovable characters and lots of heart-pumping romance. She also pours a ton of history into her books without overwhelming the reader. The "ew" factor is the birds. Lots of birds. Especially on millinery. When I was a child I read a number of books (mostly creepy ones) where bird parts were used on clothing but I'd not remembered this being a fashion in the early 20th century. She really brings to life the turn of the century west, with this small town in Texas seeming much like what one might find in rural Michigan at the time. Except for the train and robbers. And a lawman hero who takes to hiding out as a telephone line repairman. Great story arc for both hero and heroine. He's pretty much a jerk at the beginning of the story but evolves as does the heroine. I figured out who the outlaw was but the layers to the story that Gist added to the ending really made it satisfying. You know this man must be caught and brought to justice. No matter what. Great narrator and an all-around great story from Deeanne Gist. The spiritual arc is not there but I believe she has moved over to the ABA market now.

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*deadpan* Hope You Like Birds...

I am halfway through the book and the entire story has been about saving birds. Georgie Gail has an unbelievable passion for beautiful birds. The style of dress at this time period was "bird parts". She starts up a one woman crusade to make others understand how much more valuable the birds are alive.

Luke Palmer (an undercover Texas Marshal) had to share the telegraph office ( which doubles as Georgie's house as was typical that time period) . He is attracted to her physically and he admires her dedication to being the switchboard operator. However, he is overthrown with annoyance and confusion at times by Georgie's burning passion to save all bird kind.

They eventually kiss and have a genuine affection for each other, but Luke is there to catch a criminal, not to get a wife...and so the drama unfolds as a side story to Georgie's crusade.

I feel no passion for birds, so as the story moves slowly marred down by the bird crusade I grow bored and tired of these precious creatures who diserve better than my lukewarm love for them. The story could have been better....

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Narrator ruins

I liked the female main character. The male was mediocre. Barbara McCullogh needs to quit. Her voice is grating most of the time. She has the most painful off key voice.

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Loved this book.

There is so much to love about this book. From fun characters to great story line and excellent narration. Well done!

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Is there going to be a book 2

I love the story line. It bogs down a little with the save the birds crusade... i would love for there to be a book 2 to find out what happened to his brother and maybe Bettina

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super sweet

Easy listen. Gentle story and romance. A Hallmark movie book. Entertaining, humorous with just enough of reality to keep it real.

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A little slow, but still good

I had some trouble getting into the story. But it’s still a great book. The narrator, Barbara, was incredible! However, when Barbara is doing the bird calls and songs, it’s amazing!

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Another Fun Gist Book

Deanne Gist creates lovable characters, diverse settings and excellent plots. Luke and Georgie, the people on line, even the bank robbers make a fun read.

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Nice story

Nice little story with few surprises. Narrator did well.
I would recommend if you want a simple little story.

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Historical Romantic Western

I read this book a few years ago and enjoyed listening to it again. I can't say what my favorite parts are because they are all spoilers.
I loved the undercover Texas Ranger and how he fell for the "Hello girl" Georgie. She is a great bird lover and a distraction for Luke. I really liked her personality.

The narrator was okay. There were times that I had to pay extra attention to hear if it was a male or female character, or a child. I did get used to it though.

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