Silent on the Moor

By: Deanna Raybourn

Narrated by: Ellen Archer

Length: 12 hrs and 19 mins

Publisher's summary

In Grimsgrave Hall, enigmatic Nicholas Brisbane has inherited a ruined estate, replete with uncanny tenants and one unwanted houseguest: Lady Julia Grey. Despite his admonitions to stay away, Lady Julia arrives in Yorkshire to find Brisbane as remote and maddeningly attractive as ever. Cloistered together, they share the moldering house with the proud but impoverished remnants of an ancient family: the sort that keeps their bloodline pure and their secrets close. Lady Allenby and her daughters, dependent upon Brisbane and devastated by their fall in society, seem adrift on the moor winds, powerless to change their fortunes. But poison does not discriminate between classes.... A mystery unfolds from the rotten heart of Grimsgrave, one Lady Julia may have to solve alone, as Brisbane appears inextricably tangled in its heinous twists and turns. But blood will out, and before spring touches the craggy northern landscape, Lady Julia will have uncovered a Gypsy witch, a dark rider, and a long-buried legacy of malevolence and evil. Deanna Raybourn spins a gripping tale of loyalty and lust, set against the wild beauty of the Yorkshire moors.

©2009 Deanna Raybourn (P)2009 Audible, Inc.

Critic reviews

"Fans of romantic mystery could ask no more." ( Kirkus )

I liked this story

I am surprised though that this author does not write with any detail the ‘romance’ scenes. Maybe I’ve just come to expect it from reading so many other books in this genre. It is rather disappointing. But I did like the story line.

More gothic than the previous two.

Either Archer is reading better, or I'm becoming less sensitive to her accents - probably a bit of both.

So far each mystery in this series is different enough from the others to keep things interesting. Raybourn changes the venue for each, which helps. This book has moved the main characters to the moors of the north country and the story is more atmospheric, so both Lady Gray and Brisbane are able to express more emotion in this context without it seeming a break in their character. Lady Gray is her usual sensible and intelligent self, but she's gaining confidence and therefore ferocity in fighting for what she wants. I like how she is evolving as the series progresses. Brisbane becomes more accessible in this book as well.

One thing I find uniquely enjoyable in Raybourn's books: she uses extremely good grammar even in dialog, which makes Lady Gray's bluestocking credentials ring true.

I plan on ordering the next book in the series.

Enjoying this series immensely

I’m really enjoying this series immensely. The Narrator is excellent. The mystery in this one took quite a few twists and turns. The social mores of the time make the ongoing romance all the more intriguing.

I loved the ending and am in process of downloading Darjeeling!!

Enjoyable.

Interesting and believable characters, unexpected plot twists, well researched historical details, and a fine reader. I liked it.

LOVES THESE STORIES

Excellent writing, depth of characters, plot development and superb narrator continuity. These cozies are easy to follow. Only hope there are more to come.

Great Gothic Mystery! Best of the series!

I was entertained, but lukewarm to the first book of this series. I liked the 2nd book well enough, but I'm so glad I stuck with this series and purchased this 3rd novel. What a great book! Deanna Raybourn has achieved something very rare -- a book that is every bit as fun, dark and thrillingly entertaining as any by the Bronte sisters. Well done! And Ellen Archer has softened her delivery for the principle character, which is a great improvement. (All her other characters were perfect from the first book.) I Really, really loved this one!

Enjoyable listen

Good performance by the narrator.
The story kept me interested, and I didn’t wan’t to stop listening until the end!

Excellent Reading

What did you love best about Silent on the Moor?

The story was captivating

What did you like best about this story?

Where and when it took place.

Which character – as performed by Ellen Archer – was your favorite?

Lady Julia

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

There were several. The story kept me having to find out more.

Any additional comments?

The performance of Ellen Archer was amazing. It was a total pleasure listening to this book. Have already ordered her other books.

Such an intriguing duo

I have read all five of the Lady Julia Grey series and enjoyed them all, so I knew the story already when I decide to listen to the audio version. Ms. Archer gives a very good performance and it was an enjoyable listen. I especially liked how she voice the various regional accents, it really added to the richness of the story. Sometimes Julia seems a little overly stiff but perhaps that is a more accurate depiction of a woman so well-born.

Lady Julia and Brisbane are such an intriguing mix of personalities and emotions that there is never a dull moment. Deanna Raybourn has developed characters that you cannot help but become attached to. And in Silent on the Moor she paints a vivid and forbidding image of the moors which adds to the interest and the tension.

I heartily recommend the entire series and look forward to more in the future.

Another great book by Deanna!

This book is also so engaging! The narration is very enjoyable. I was literally clapping and smiling at the end! Loved it!