Madeleine Takes Command

Living History Library

By: Ethel C. Brill

Narrated by: Allison Bernhoff

Madeleine Verchère's story is based on a true account of colonial French Canada of the 1690s. Harassed by Iroquois, the Verchère family's fort must keep a continual guard. 14-year-old Madeleine is left alone with two younger brothers and few others when the Indians attack. We follow the brave and determined stratagems of Madeleine and her small circle. Madeleine's youthful leadership, especially of her brothers, will win the reader's admiration.

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Great story, okay reading

The story is fascinating, a great example of a strong, clever heroine being a leader. The reading was very monotonous, but in a gentle, soothing voice that was still pleasant to listen to.

Great book!

Me and my three boys love to this book, my boys ages are 9, 7, 5

Interesting story but lackluster narration.

The narrator was well spoken however, she lacked the excitement and enthusiasm needed to help the reader/listener become engaged in the story. I wanted to feel what the characters felt in their moments of fear and the anxiety they felt being ever surrounded by the Mohawk seeking a way into their fort. The narrator had inflection and diction but no substance.

Amazing exciting story

Where does Madeleine Takes Command rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This book is great for kids and adults alike. Based on a true story it seems unbelievable to us today what this family went through! My sons loved it as much as my daughter. A must listen/read.

I love it

It was a nice and exciting story, and the narrater was really good! She is the perfect voice for it.