What Happens in London

By: Julia Quinn

Narrated by: Rosalyn Landor

Length: 10 hrs and 4 mins

Publisher's summary

Rumors and Gossip . . . The lifeblood of London

When Olivia Bevelstoke is told that her new neighbor may have killed his fiancée, she doesn't believe it for a second, but, still, how can she help spying on him, just to be sure? So she stakes out a spot near her bedroom window, cleverly concealed by curtains, watches, and waits . . . and discovers a most intriguing man, who is definitely up to something. Sir Harry Valentine works for the boring branch of the War Office, translating documents vital to national security.

He's not a spy, but he's had all the training, and when a gorgeous blonde begins to watch him from her window, he is instantly suspicious. But just when he decides that she's nothing more than an annoyingly nosy debutante, he discovers that she might be engaged to a foreign prince, who might be plotting against England. And when Harry is roped into spying on Olivia, he discovers that he might be falling for her himself . . .

©2009 Julie Cotler Pottinger (P)2009 HarperCollins Publishers

Not quite as good as other Julia Quinn books.

What did you like best about What Happens in London? What did you like least?

Olivia's character was sweet and witty. Harry's family background was very dark and grim and it did not seem to really have any bearing on the story.

How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable?

The book within the book seemed a bit silly and was given too much emphasis.

What about Rosalyn Landor’s performance did you like?

The reading was great and well performed.

Was What Happens in London worth the listening time?

Mostly.

Any additional comments?

It was very long winded. The essence of the story was good though.

Had it all

A little laughter a little suspense and a little real life romance. Enjoyable reading. I recommend this little series.

This one sparkles with wit!

I have read many of Ms.Quinns’ novels but this one is exceptional —- I didn’t want to stop listening for anything that wasn’t absolutely necessary! The banter between Olivia and Harry was sharp, funny, and irresistible. Highly recommended!!

Just delightful!

I love buying books on sale to discover authors I have not read and this has been a delightful purchase. A little romance, a little intrigue and a lot of humor. Rosalyn Landor is a favorite narrator and she brings just the right tone to this story.

A good, "beach" book

What did you like best about What Happens in London? What did you like least?

It was entertaining and a mindless listen. Enjoyable, but didn't stretch in any way - predictable, but filled the time of my commute pleasantly.

Definitely a romance novel

I had hoped that the story would include more intrigue and suspense. I listened to this with my wife, and could tell from the summary that there would be romance, but it was more of a romance and less of a story about mistaken identities, intrigue, suspense, etc.

not bad at all

very light fun and enjoyable to listen to it is very well read as well

I LOVE THIS BOOK!

It was dark and windy night...and something wonderful happened! This has to be one of the absolute best Julia Quinn books. It is funny, romantic, exciting (a bit) and just all around perfect. Rosalyn Landor is at her very best (especially as the "narrator" performing Miss Butterworth, one of the funniest scenes in ALL of Julia Quinn's books). Harry is just the perfect hero. Olivia is a female I would love to have as a best friend. I could go on all day, but the verdict is...just go...buy...enjoy this lovely story.

What Happens in London

Oh my goodness I really love Julia Quinn's books!!! "What Happens" is Fantastic!! I laughed outloud, especially when Sebastian read from the Miss Butterworth book!!! The audible rendition. made it even better!!

Probably the best Julia Quinn novel

I really enjoyed this novel from beginning to end. This narrator always does a fantastic job.