The Kennedy Debutante

De: Kerri Maher

Narrado por: Julia Whelan

“A riveting reimagining of a true tale of forbidden love.”—People

The captivating novel following the exploits of Kathleen “Kick” Kennedy, the forgotten and rebellious daughter of one of America's greatest political dynasties.

London, 1938. The effervescent "It girl" of London society since her father was named the ambassador, Kathleen "Kick" Kennedy moves in rarefied circles, rubbing satin-covered elbows with some of the twentieth century's most powerful figures. Eager to escape the watchful eye of her strict mother, Rose; the antics of her older brothers, Jack and Joe; and the erratic behavior of her sister Rosemary, Kick is ready to strike out on her own and is soon swept off her feet by Billy Hartington, the future Duke of Devonshire.

But their love is forbidden, as Kick's devout Catholic family and Billy's staunchly Protestant one would never approve their match. And when war breaks like a tidal wave across her world, Billy is ripped from her arms as the Kennedys are forced to return to the States. Kick finds work as a journalist and joins the Red Cross to get back to England, where she will have to decide where her true loyalties lie—with family or with love....

Surprisingly good

I didn't have high expectations but was won over. And Julia Whelan, as usual, made it a great listen. She has the right touch with different voices, accents without going too far.

Interesting story of Kathleen Kennedy and family

Enjoyed story of this amazing woman. Learned a lot about the Kennedys and this little known woman. Great narration, interesting story

wonderful

What a wonderful book. I loved every minute
learning Kicks story and could not stop listening.

Beautiful and tragic

From a purely fictional standpoint this novel was excellent but knowing how much work went into researching the historical details I found it stunning. Well worth the listen!

Good fictional account

I enjoyed the story, I think Kick was probably more wild than portrayed. Many young women of the 30’s were expressing independence and sexual freedom, even the good catholic girls. (According to my Irish Catholic grandmother and her sisters.)

Loved it

I never knew much about Kick Kennedy before this book. I absolutely loved it. Sure wish she has been able to live a longer life.

Excellent

Loved it, I only wish writer had gone through the end of her life. Great read

Excellent Read

Great historical fiction about Kick Kennedy. Couldn’t put the book down. Must read if you enjoy the 1940’s era.

Accents very poorly done

I found the poorly done accents to be quite distracting. The story was interesting and I enjoyed learning more about these people. The amped up “romance” was unnecessary.

informative

very good. I knew nothing of this Kennedy daughter and it was enlightening to learn about her I love the format of a story vs a boring bio. it's like a peek into her life and world.