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Ashes in the Wind

By: Kathleen E. Woodiwiss
Narrated by: Ashford McNab
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A woman burdened by war...A doctor torn between passion and duty...A sweeping tale of love in the face of dishonor from the incomparable storyteller—Kathleen Woodiwiss.

Alaina MacGaren is forced to flee the devastation of her homeland in the guise of a young boy, only to find sanctuary in the arms of an enemy. Cole Latimer is a dashing Yankee surgeon who has served the Union faithfully, and his tender heart compels him to help a ragged, innocent "lad" in need—never suspecting the rags conceal a bewitching belle suspected of being a rebel spy.

But Alaina's masquerade does not fool Cole for long. And the strength, courage, and breathtaking sensuality of this woman whom it would be treasonous to love sets duty and desire at war within him. Yet Destiny has joined them for good or ill—and they both must follow where their hearts would lead them, if they are to build a glorious new life together out of the ashes of the old.

©2009 Kathleen E. Woodiwiss (P)2022 HarperCollins Publishers

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Wonderful walk down nostalgia lane.

I read this book when I was a teenager and it was my absolute favorite historical romance novel. When I saw it was available on audible, I couldn’t wait to revisit some old friends. I was not disappointed- the narration was spot on. The story as fun, romantic, and suspenseful as when it was first released in print.

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Loved

I read the book many years ago, but this audible read was even better. Highly recommend

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I have read this book many many times over the years. It is a favorite for sure and this audio version was wonderful .

The accents were great although I wish Cole had had more animation in the time of his voice, it was the one character that always seemed a bit flat .

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favorite book ever

This book is amazing, I have been waiting for it for more than a year and it doesn’t disappoint, the narrator works hard to individualize the voices and characters.. will register over and over!

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Wonderful Memories

It was a pleasure to listen to this novel I read almost fifty years ago. It was an endearing story. I remember thinking I can't give this one to my mom to read. In 20 it would probably get a PG rating. Although the war scenes were fairly graphic. No F words. Sex scenes were tastefully executed to be a natural part of the stoed every chapter to add words to the length of the book. The cultural terminology may offensive to some, but it reflects that time er
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Ashes In the Wind

I love Kathleen Woodwiss books I have read them all but I am enjoying the. audio so much. The only thing I didn't like was the. reader.

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Excellent

Excellent story with an amazing author. History in the book was interesting. Combined with the love story and a little mystery.

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As good as I remember

I’ve loved Woodiwiss novels since my early 20s. Listening is just as good as turning the pages

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Perfection

Reread after 30 years and still fabulous! Would highly recommend this story to all readers!

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Great story and narrator

Very nice historical piece with strong heroine. Narrator does a great job in the telling.

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