Nights of the Rain and Stars

By: Maeve Binchy

Narrated by: Terry Donnelly

Length: 9 hrs and 38 mins

Publisher's summary

In a small Greek island village, a group of travelers from around the world and the local residents they encounter are brought together in unexpected ways when sudden tragedy strikes. In her inimitable style, Maeve Binchy shares with listeners the lives of these strangers, learning their hopes, dreams, and fears as they move forward, forever changed by their experience.

Here is the story of old Andreas, the gentle taverna owner who has spent many years regretting the argument that drove his only son to America; Elsa, the beautiful German reporter who gave up her television career and the man she loves once she learned the secret he hid from her; and Fiona, the Irish nurse and dutiful daughter, who's gone off to travel with the man everyone says is wrong for her, determined to show them all, even if everyone is right. This is also the story of David, the only son who loves his family but not the family business; Thomas, the Californian who is able to cope with his recent divorce but not with sharing his son with his wife's new husband; and Vonni, who rashly left behind her life in Ireland to follow her true love to this village 30 years ago, and who is wise for everyone but herself.

A story that only Maeve Binchy could tell, told with the authenticity, charm, and grace that are her trademark, Nights of Rain and Stars will be rightly cherished by her millions of fans around the world.

©2004 Maeve Binchy (P)2004 Penguin Audio and BBC Audiobooks America

Critic reviews

"Satisfying and comforting.” (The Columbus Dispatch)

“Engaging…Binchy’s fans will enjoy this summery page-turner.” (Publishers Weekly)

“A remarkably gifted writer...a wonderful student of human nature.” (The New York Times Book Review)

One of my favorites

This is one of my favorite books by Binchy, maybe because my mom is from Crete and it reminded me of her village. But, as always, a great story and performance.

I wish I was in Greece with this group

I loved this book - I did not want it to end. I felt like I was with them on this trip. The story teller had me wanting more. I was very sad that is book ended

I did not want it to end!

Maeve Binchy creates characters that seem so real that you just expect the book to continue on as their lives continue on. I was depressed when it ended...And I could not keep learning about these wonderful people and their lives. I think that this production was also well done. I enjoyed the accent of the reader...but then I have listened to many Binchy books before. Listen to this book...you will not regret it!

I become totally immersed

in the tales of Maeve Benchy. The characters are like old friends that I want to learn every detail of the time we’ve been apart and that I know I’ll miss when they’ve gone.

excellent emotionally good

I loved all characters in this book--it engaged my emotions and I thought it was very realistic and satisfying emotionally.. I loved this book.

I want to know these people

Find it fascinating how Maeve Binchy, in all of her books, gives all of her characters a "staring role" no matter the amount of words written about them.

Gotta Love Maeve

I have read only a few of Maeve Binchy books...but every time I read one I am sucked in an transported somewhere amazing. Her books stand the test of time.

Took me to Greece

This book manages to make you feel like you are in the story. Smelling the air, testing the food. Even the characters

Great heartwarming story

If you enjoy a story filled with a rich cast of characters, real life troubles, the importance of family and friendship, you'll enjoy this and other Maeve Binchy novels.

Such an enjoyable story!

I have so enjoyed, listening to the story and engaging with all of the characters that come to life I felt like I was there with them!