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The Barefoot Summer
- Narrated by: Donna Postel
- Length: 9 hrs and 28 mins
- Categories: Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction
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Publisher's Summary
New York Times bestselling author Carolyn Brown returns with a heartbreakingly hilarious novel about three women who had nothing in common, except their husband.
Leaving one widow behind is unfortunate. Leaving three widows behind is just plain despicable. Oil heiress Kate Steele knew her not-so-dearly departed husband was a con man, but she's shocked that Conrad racked up two more wives without divorcing her first. The only remnant of their miserable marriage she plans to keep is their lakeside cabin in Bootleg, Texas. Unfortunately, she's not the only woman with that idea.
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- Too Happy
- 08-16-17
It was a great book until...
...the entire thing fell apart over the dialogue of an increasingly hoaky kid. Demanding, unrestrained and whiny. It commandeered the whole story. This book jumped the shark in Chapter17 and I decided I wouldn't skip 30 seconds 1 more time. Too bad. it had such promise. All the yapping didn't get the story anywhere. It was unproductive, so it fast became annoying.
Spoiler alert: sort of
Too many unrealistic scenarios, including ideas of selling a big family held oil company, for the "love" of a complete stranger's child. After only a week or two. Everyone falling in love, new jobs miraculously appearing in a small town for outsiders and the perfect acceptance of church going folk. I'm from Texas, I go to church and I know better. Suspension of disbelief doesn't cover what you need for this section. The author was clipping along at a good pace until all this.
Since I already know what happens I'll give this up. If the author has another book, I'll try it as long as invasive child dialogue isn't evident.
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- Wayne
- 11-19-18
I purchased The Barefoot Summer by mistake!
THE BAREFOOT SUMMER is chick lit. It is thoroughly silly. It is also interesting and fun. The plot: a man is murdered and three women at his funeral claim he was her husband. He married the first who is wealthy 14 years ago on December 31. He married the second who has a six year old daughter seven years on December 31. He married the third who is pregnant last year on December 31. There had been no divorces. All three are suspected of killing him. Then the fun begins! Narration by Donna Postel is excellent.
9 people found this helpful
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- Elizabeth Page
- 07-11-17
nice light summer read
A little corny and pretty predictable, but a nice pleasant read for summer. Loved the characters. Good narration. I like this author.
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- Anne
- 01-14-17
Easy listening.
Don't have to be fully engaged to follow the story line. Somewhat repetitive at times but perfect to do housework listening to.
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- Nessa
- 01-05-17
great
Love this author and the narrator. Her books are funny and heartwarming. I would recommend this to everyone.
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- Sharon in Surrey
- 09-09-19
A Gentle Summer Listen
Not my usual fare at all but I wanted a change from my usual mystery/thriller. This one seemed perfect - three women married to the same man who meet at his funeral. And all three are suspects in his murder. And it turned into a comedy. I will admit I laughed out loud. And I think I wiped away a tear. Definitely a 'girly' book. It's the kind of book you take to the beach or listen while rocking in the front porch swing. Does not overwork the brain cells but does lift the heart.
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- Cricket
- 09-17-17
Good Read...
This book was a fast read in that the storyline and events moved along quickly. Three women from different backgrounds financially and socially being conned was funny and predictable. The ending could have gone in a different direction but all in all, this was a good book.
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- J. Wade
- 08-31-17
surprisingly good
I wasn't sure if I was going to like this story. I took a chance. I am glad I did. I enjoyed this story it held my attention. Would read it again.
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- C. Dixon
- 08-27-17
I'm reminded that we get what we pay for!
this was a Kindle daily deal, 99¢, and worth about that. unimaginative and predictable. If the HEA is what you love about romantic fiction, this could be the book for you. double thumbs down.
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- Kindle Customer
- 08-23-17
Tale of Three Women
Most unusual romance/mystery of Three very different women and the polygamist who brought them together. Really enjoyed the story, characters, and Audible narration!
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- Mrs. H. L. Rider
- 03-11-17
Amazing
I'm bereft now that barefoot summer has past and I will no longer spend time with these vivid characters through their deepest sorrows and journey to find themselves. Spectacular story coupled with a perfect performance. Will have to read again right now!