To Whisper Her Name

By: Tamera Alexander

Narrated by: Tavia Gilbert

Length: 17 hrs and 8 mins

Publisher's summary

From best-selling author Tamera Alexander comes an exquisite historical novel set against the real history of Belle Meade Plantation in Nashville, Tennessee, that explores the struggles of real people of the post-war South and the journeys of a man and a woman scarred by betrayal.

Olivia Aberdeen, destitute widow of a man shot as a traitor to the South, is shunned by proper society and gratefully accepts an invitation from Elizabeth Harding, mistress of Belle Meade Plantation. Expecting to be the Hardings’ head housekeeper, Olivia is disillusioned when she learns the real reason Elizabeth’s husband, Confederate General William Giles Harding, agreed to her coming. Not finding the safe haven she expects, Olivia is caught off guard by her feelings for Ridley Adam Cooper, a man who seems anything but a Southern gentleman.

Branded a traitor by some, Ridley Cooper, a Southern son who chose to fight for the Union, is a man desperate to end the war still raging inside him. Determined to learn “the gift” that Belle Meade's head horse trainer and former slave, Bob Green, possesses, Ridley harbors secrets that threaten both their lives.

As Ridley seeks to make peace within himself for fighting against the South he loved, Olivia is determined to never be betrayed again.

Praise for Tamera Alexander:

“To Whisper Her Name has everything a fine historical novel needs: characters we truly care about, struggles that really matter, splashes of humor to engage us, and period details that bring the past to vibrant life. Ridley and Olivia both arrive with heartaches and disappointments tucked in their traveling bags. Watching them unpack those memories and make room for the Lord’s cleansing touch is pure reading pleasure.” (Liz Curtis Higgs, New York Times best-selling author)

“Rich in history, romance, and human drama, To Whisper Her Name is a book to be savored, like a sumptuous Southern banquet. Tamera Alexander’s skills as a master storyteller have never been more evident.” (Robin Lee Hatcher, best-selling author of Cross My Heart and Who I Am with You)

“To Whisper Her Name will grab you and not let go. It’s a beautiful, powerful story with unforgettable characters who face the unthinkable with honor while a captivating romance blooms where seeds should never have been scattered.” (Cindy Woodsmall, New York Times and CBA best-selling author)

This inspirational historical romance can be listened to as a stand-alone novel or enjoyed as the first audiobook in Tamera Alexander’s Belle Meade series.

Audiobook length: approximately 125K words. Includes discussion questions for book clubs and a note from the author.

©2012 Tamera Alexander (P)2012 Zondervan

Excellent

If you could sum up To Whisper Her Name in three words, what would they be?

Old fashion romance

What other book might you compare To Whisper Her Name to and why?

The bridges of Madison county

What about Tavia Gilbert’s performance did you like?

She was really talented in both male and female voices. I enjoyed it a lot

Any additional comments?

It has been a while since I found a clean sweet romantic book. I was tired of listening to all the repeated sex description and s&m love stories that I almost decided not to go for that genre again until I read it. It was a refreshing experience.

Enjoyable

This was an enjoyable, yet predictable story. I listened to it while cleaning and baking and the time went quickly.

Very well written story.

This was a very well written story, that kept my attention from beginning to end.

To Whisper Her Name 👏😍👍!!

WOW!!! fantastic!🍷 I enjoyed this story very much Tamera Alexander what a beautiful story its about the Civil War
in Nashville Belle Meade Plantation the Characters was unbelievable👏😊 I love uncle Bob he was funny but Ridley and
Olivia was Wonderful 👏😊 they both had Their secrets I love uncle Bob he was funny, also Tavia Gilbert ( You Rock )
I recommend this book to read or listen too. Thank You 🙏 Audible! next please 🌟😊👍

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What made the experience of listening to To Whisper Her Name the most enjoyable?

Just waiting for Olivia's next experience as she grew into the beautiful young woman we all knew she could be. And the boundless details of those experiences. I was right there with her cheering her along.

What was one of the most memorable moments of To Whisper Her Name?

The first kiss Olivia and Ridley experienced. It made me think back to my sweet husband's kiss when we were just sweethearts in high school. And then the hours of those wonderful kisses when we were reunited after 44 years of absense married to someone else, now deceased.

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

I haven't heard any of Tavia's performances before, but I'll be looking for them!

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

It certainly was!

Any additional comments?

Keep up the good work!

FANTASTIC STORY WORTH BUYING

I truly enjoyed this book. Characters were believable and I liked that love blossomed without any explicit sex talk. Tamera Alexander leads you on a realistic path of discovery of the old South. I would buy this author's work again!

Learning to trust

What did you love best about To Whisper Her Name?

The setting and learning more about the times and how war can affect a person.

What did you like best about this story?

The evaluation of the story.

Which scene was your favorite?

The colt birth.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

The same as the book.

A Beautiful Story

My favorite read from my favorite author. This is an inspirational Christian Historical that takes place following the Civil War. Loved the primary and secondary characters so much and the narrator brought them to life in a way their voices stayed with me after I’d finished. This was my first TA book and I’ve gone on to read everything else she’s written. All of them are worthy of your time and a Credit.

Loved the premise!

This was a great story- love all the characters, esp Ridley, uncle Bob, and Susannah. Pleasant surprise to reach the end and find McKenna, from another book after she and brother moved to CO!

A wholesome story with plenty of excitement 

Post-war intrigue, believable and lovable characters, no swearing or sex scenes - amazing!! Thank you, Tamera!