Testimony of Two Men

A Novel

By: Taylor Caldwell

Narrated by: George Newbern

Length: 29 hrs and 32 mins

Publisher's summary

A small-town doctor acquitted of murdering his pregnant wife faces new charges in this New York Times bestseller set in the early days of modern medicine.

Hambledon, Pennsylvania, is still reeling from the sensational murder trial that shattered the peace of the bucolic hamlet less than a year ago. Dr. Jonathan Ferrier was accused of killing his beautiful young wife after she died following a botched abortion. The scion of a powerful old eastern family, Jonathan hired the best attorneys money could buy. When he was acquitted, many believed he had bought his freedom. Now, he has returned home to sell his practice and move on. But haunted by his wife's death, Jonathan still strives to heal the judgmental people of his divided town.

Robert Morgan, a young, idealistic doctor, is determined to make up his own mind about the accused's innocence or guilt. Of one thing he is certain: Jonathan is a good doctor, perhaps even a great one. He is also a man who feels abandoned by God, his church, his family, and his friends. As Jonathan continues to be pilloried by the town, a new series of accusations are leveled at him. Is he a cold-blooded killer who murdered his wife and their unborn child? Or a man unjustly accused and wrongly maligned?

Testimony of Two Men explores the evolution of modern medicine and the tireless physicians who are its unsung heroes. Author Taylor Caldwell's bestselling novel touches on faith, religion, and the then-new field of mental health as it tells a mesmerizing tale of desire, betrayal, and love that can destroy or redeem.

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Loved it

My first real listening book. It had me wanting to listen to it all day everyday. Now my other books will have to compare to this one. This book has set some high standards for sure.

Slow but worth it

Initially I almost stopped this story and removed it. It took so long to accustom myself to the tone and accent of narrator and the long descriptions. I struggled to like the main character. But boy, I hung on every word by the end!

The politics of the time.

The medical aspects were interesting as I know very little about that time in history.

Testimony of Two Men is her best!

This book is full of life encounters with sadness, happiness, drama. Could barely "put it down"

Narration was excellent

This book was well written, but too long and at times it dragged. I found most of the characters quite unlikeable and this made sympathizing about their misfortune difficult. I really enjoyed the narrator. He is the reason I finished the book.

Finally!

I have waited for this particular book to be made into audio for many years. The tale of an admirable, yet flawed, doctor at the turn of the 20th century, fighting to bring modern medical practices, fighting to provide justice, fighting to understand inhumanity has always been an inspiration. My own sister credited this story as her impetus to becoming a doctor herself. Written to reflect the style of its time, Taylor Caldwell masterfully creates vivid scenes with her incredible command of words and prose. Dr. Jon Ferrier’s story will stick with you long past its final words., and the narrator does a fine job adding depth to the characters. Though I would say some of his female voices could improve. In total, however, a wonderful experience.

Excellent!

Excellent book and loved narrator. This is my first book from this author, very happy with this choice.

A doozy of a tale

Narrator, George Newbern, brings life to all the characters with his different voices and inflections. He made this long book enjoyable to listen to for over 29hours. Of course, Caldwell wrote a doozy with this tale. Enjoyed it immensely!

My first Taylor Caldwell book, it won’t be my last.

I don’t know if rich white people at the turn of the last century actually spoke the kind of classic/formal ye olde Victorian English the author chose for her characters. But I found that linguistic richness and density very captivating. The main characters give voice to long and commentaries about “man” and the vagaries of human nature. I found a lot of resonating truth in those words. The narration was top notch. I think I’ve become a fan of a new genre of books, thanks TC!

FASCINATING SAGA!!

S. Harmon
October 2023

Caldwell’s ability to present human nature is remarkable!! TESTIMONY of TWO MEN is another perfect example!!!