Scarlet Feather

By: Maeve Binchy

Narrated by: Kate Binchy

Length: 18 hrs and 29 mins

Publisher's Summary

Cathy Scarlet and Tom Feather have decided to create the best catering company in Dublin. They have the perfect premises, heaps of talent, and even a few contacts - but not everyone seems as pleased by the idea of 'Scarlet Feather' as they are. Tom's parents are disappointed that he has turned his back on the family business.

Cathy's husband buries himself in work, becoming ever more distant, whilst his mother thinks Cathy should stay at home to look after him. And Tom's relationship with his beautiful, ambitious girlfriend becomes fraught as she struggles to realise her dream of becoming a model. As Cathy and Tom strive to maintain their emotional ties amidst catering triumphs and disasters they are supported - and undermined - by an enchanting cast of classic Binchy characters.

©2001 Maeve Binchy (P)2001 Audible Ltd

My review

loved it could not switch it off
was very sad when it came an end

Great listen, setting the story was slow

Throughly enjoyable heart warming story just a bit slow establishing the story line and characters

Welcome to the world of Scarlet Feather

Would you consider the audio edition of Scarlet Feather to be better than the print version?

I've not read the hard copy of Scarlet Feather, however, I've listened to enough audio books and read enough hard copies to know sometimes you need to do both. I don't feel compelled to buy the book in this case. Kate Binchy does an exquisite job changing voices and scenes as if it were coming to life before your eyes. Maeve Binchy's smooth style of transition into the next scene makes you feel as though you were teleported from home to home & scene to scene. The emotions she evokes-fear, anger, joy, etc, makes you feel as if you are in each character's skin.

What other book might you compare Scarlet Feather to and why?

Tara Road is the only other book of her's that I've read. I'm on to Quentin's next.

Have you listened to any of Kate Binchy’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No.

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

Absolutely!

Any additional comments?

The world's that Maeve Binchy creates aren't perfect worlds, but they're worlds in which you want to escape. They offer you alternatives to situations within your own life.

Cosy escapism by Meave Binchy

Where does Scarlet Feather rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Like slipping into a warm bath, all the comfort of characters you have met before, a storey that touches on difficult times but you know all will be alright in the end

What did you like best about this story?

The book is a comforting book to go to sleep to, with the appearance of old friends. You soon know your way round Binchy's Dublin and the people who live there.

What about Kate Binchy’s performance did you like?

Kate Binchey's performance brings the characters to life and softly lulls you to sleep.

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

The book is warm and cosy only mild drama here.

Any additional comments?

If you need something to lull you to sleep, a book that takes your mind off the troubles of the day, this is a good listen.

lovely and quite real

loved it. Especially at this climate and uncertainty. I just lost myself in all chapters

addictive

Maeve Binchy, excellent as always. Great story , happy ending, hard to press pause!

Another great by Maeve

Very much loved Scarlet Feather. Read beautifully by Kate! Already purchased another Maeve classic. 5 stars.

Humour

A wonderful story told with lots of humour. The narration was perfect. Particularly the voices of the twins. This is the 2nd Maeve Binchy book I've listened to. Will look for the next one now.

Simply - The Best!!!!!!!

If you want to ‘become a part of a wonderful family’ for a few hours - but be richer always for the experience ........ just pull up a chair & with your favourite things around you .................listen, & breathe along with
“Scarlet Feather”. What a most Wonderful Experience!!
I’d read the book years ago but have listened with ‘fresh ears’ & ‘heard so much more’ with this Audible version. Thank you dear Maeve, for your thoughts, so beautifully presented to us by your Kate.
God Bless you both xx

Brilliant.

I’ve loved this story since reading the book and the narration of the audiobook did not disappoint at all. The characters were so well drawn and the twins just made me smile. I’m really sorry to have finished it.

A lovely listen

I absolutely loved Scarlet Feather!
A great heartwarming listen, I couldn't stop listening. Would definitely recommend

Total enjoyment

I first read this book in my late teens, hearing the story again 35 years later, it took on a whole new perspective having lived through my own life experiences.
Absolutely beautifully read, I can’t wait to listen to more.

Another cosy chat of a book

Love Kate reading these. Finding them again on audible is lovely. I’ll be so sad when I’ve binged them all again.