Cherished Thief

Based on the True Story of Britain’s Most Notorious Highwaymen, Claude Duval

By: Michelle Lowe

Narrated by: Joey Ortega

Length: 12 hrs and 1 min

Publisher's summary

In a time when outlaws are revered as heroes, Claude Duval thrives as a true gentleman of the road. Born into poverty in Domfront, France, in 1643, Duval faces many challenges as he sets off as a youth to make his mark on the world. Soon enough, the handsome and impertinent Claude becomes the most infamous highwaymen in British history! During his decades-long adventure, he is hunted by men and adored by women. However, roaming the King’s Highway by the light of the full moon comes with a terrible price....

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©2014 Michelle Lowe (P)2022 Michelle Lowe

Most Proud of this Work

This was a privilege to and honor to produce. Claude Duval will by far remain my most favorite and beloved of roles to play. Michelle’s telling of his life was pure literary artistry and mastery.

Wonderful

I truly loved the book but what made it really unique was the narrator who did EXCEPTIONAL, as well as the realistic sound effects incorporated. I wish all the books included this because it enhances the experience significantly. Absolutely recommend!

Excellent book!

Not my usual genre so I was totally surprised with how much I enjoyed this book. Loved the characters and narration. If you like historical fiction based on true events, this book is for you!

Intriguing!

Definitely recommend. I love learning historical facts while being entertained. The effortless flow of the narration made it easy to connect with the characters. This was a pleasure to listen to.

Captivating

I had never heard of Claude Duvall, but what an interesting story and captivating narration.

Entertaining

Although this is not my usual genre I quite enjoyed this story. It was well written and well read.

What an amazing listen! I couldn't turn it off.

So often I'll start an audiobook and one of two things happens: the story is great but my attention span only lasts an hour or so, or the way it's presented makes me decide I'd prefer to stick to the print copy. But oh my, this title did not disappoint me!

As a history buff, I'm drawn to stories (fact or fiction) that give me insight into the lives that people have lived, and while I was familiar with the person of Claude Duval already, I'd never fully understood just how extraordinary a figure he really was. From his creative ability to rise from a child, cast out from his own family with little to survive on, to become a well-dressed, extravagant gentleman in the eyes of society around him (even as he'd cunningly relieve them of their belongings), to his courteous and generous persona with the ability to charm the ladies, the stories presented in this book were highly entertaining and provocative.

Michelle Lowe did a fantastic job of merging history with "his story", and her use of colorful imagery and characters really give the readers / listeners an entertaining glimpse into one of the most interesting characters I've ever learned about. Add that Joey Ortega's narration style and the effects and musical background that fit well with the time period and setting helped to keep my focus, and this title changed my audiobook expectations, as I literally sat for hours at a time, and finished it in two sessions!

Overall, a fantastic experience and I'm glad that I gave this one a listen. It did not disappoint!

Highly recommend this alluring listen

A captivating and charming story, made that much more engaging by the narrator’s incredible ability to transcend gender, age, time periods, countries, accents - by his nuanced use of voice and various intonations. You’ll find yourself wanting to continue listening endlessly, following the hero’s challenging yet fulfilling life over the years, empathizing with his struggles and cheering him on. Excellent work by the author and the narrator.

I love loved this.

This was a thrilling audiobook that will keep you listening to the end. The characters voices and the narration were superb. Loved the music!!! Highly recommend.

Titilating True Crime

As someone who loves the true crime genre, this story was really fun to listen to & the voice acting really added to the experience!