The Perfect Hope

Inn BoonsBoro Trilogy, Book 3

By: Nora Roberts

Narrated by: MacLeod Andrews

Length: 10 hrs and 13 mins

Publisher's summary

Ryder is the hardest Montgomery brother to figure out - with a tough-as-nails outside and possibly nothing too soft underneath. He’s surly and unsociable, but when he straps on a tool belt, no woman can resist his sexy swagger. Except, apparently, Hope Beaumont, the innkeeper of his own Inn BoonsBoro....

As the former manager of a D.C. hotel, Hope is used to excitement and glamour, but that doesn’t mean she can’t appreciate the joys of small-town living. She’s where she wants to be - except for in her love life. Her only interaction with the opposite sex has been sparring with the infuriating Ryder, who always seems to get under her skin. Still, no one can deny the electricity that crackles between them…a spark that ignited with a New Year’s Eve kiss.

While the inn is running smoothly, thanks to Hope’s experience and unerring instincts, her big-city past is about to make an unwelcome - and embarrassing - appearance. Seeing Hope vulnerable stirs up Ryder’s emotions and makes him realize that while Hope may not be perfect, she just might be perfect for him…

©2012 Nora Roberts (P)2012 Brilliance Audio, Inc.

Another great story

Love them all in this trilogy. Ryder is the best. Thank you. A great read anytime. Would love to have seen Ryder on his wedding day.

Rough and Abrupt meet Perfect and Patient

Would you consider the audio edition of The Perfect Hope to be better than the print version?

What did you like best about this story?

This is the last book in the triology. Not only does the story continue for the other characters from the previous two books but this book shows where the build-up brings the last two remaining 'main' characters. Also, you get to find more out about Lizzie, the resident, hopeless-romantic ghost.

What does MacLeod Andrews bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

MacLeod Andrews bring emotion to the characters. He brings the rude, surly, abrupt Ryder and the patient, politically correct Hope to life.

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

I definitely could!

Sweet and romantic

I just love this book, as I do all of the Boonsboro Trilogy. They're sweet and romantic stories, and to me the narration is just right.

Third time reading it!

I really enjoyed this book. I have read it three times and it has been just as good time after time.

Loved it

I loved this trilogy. Predictable, yes, but its romance and Nora has it nailed per usual. I especially loved the character Avery. Her whit and sarcastic humor matches mine. I really enjoyed the narration. He did a great job with all the personalities.

5 star trilogy

I love this trilogy! I’ve read and listened to this series several times! It also helps that macLeod Andrews has a wonderful range of voices and he narrates the whole trilogy with perfection! This trilogy does not disappoint!

Feel like I am part of the family

Where does The Perfect Hope rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This was one of the top - loved the 3 series collection.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Ryder was my favorite character - really enjoyed is candor and dialogue

What does MacLeod Andrews bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

the gruffness of some of the characters

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

Ryder telling the story of Billly as well as the dream of the Billy's war.

Narrator needs to do duet work

I really didn’t mind the narrator for the male parts even though I rarely knew who was talking. But I hated the female voice. The story was great but I don’t listen to this trilogy much because of the narration.

love

Lizzie and Billy and the history. The friendships and family, and the lovestory. Great reading also!

The Perfect Ending to a Good Series ~

Where does The Perfect Hope rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

It's pretty close to the top ~ it's a little soft around the edges, but Nora's trilogy's tend to be, so I expect that. I still love her writing no matter what ~ but this one was so focused on Boonesboro & the rebuilding of the town it was interesting, but almost edged out the rest of the story.

What did you like best about this story?

Lizzy, the ghost. I loved the whole back story there.

Which scene was your favorite?

Ha. When Hope sprayed Ryder with the water hose! Loved it.

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

Hmmm...I did when Ryder dreamed about Billy's death. Broke my heart.

Any additional comments?

Again, Nora writes an amazing story ~ so when I rate this a 4, it's still made of awesome, just not my very favorite by her, and that's just because I tend to like her grittier books better, lol. The narrator for this book was excellent, he did an amazing job w/ the characters, and I loved, loved the whole thread of the ghost and her search for her lost love ~ and how it was tied up in a neat little bow in this book.