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In Edwardian London, a lady's maid is thrown out into the cold. But despair is not on Francine's agenda and we meet a young girl of remarkable resilience.

©2016 Geraldine Cameron (P)2017 Geraldine Cameron

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Nice short story

Would have enjoyed this as a longer story as well because the heroine was clever in an unusual way. The narrator is good but did talk a little fast in some spots. Easily overcome by slowing down the speed.

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Love Fancine!

Keep the Francine vinettes coming. Francine is a great vehicle for the story of the enterprising poor of London.

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Never noticed it’s 25 min long

Not long enough to make a story. Too short. Silly for Audible to even allow production. Don’t waste your time reading this one.

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Excellent Narration. Intriguing Novella!

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Can't wait to see what happens next!

What did you like most about Francine?

Really original story about a fascinating and enterprising character determind to succeed against the odds

What did you like best about this story?

Not the usual historical novel. Francine could almost be contemporary.

Which character – as performed by Verona Westbrook – was your favourite?

It has to be Francine herself.

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

Yes.

Any additional comments?

I believe this is a "prequel" to further advertures of Francine — I certainly hope so.