The Painted Queen

An Amelia Peabody Novel of Suspense

De: Elizabeth Peters, Joan Hess

Narrado por: Barbara Rosenblat

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Same names, not the same characters.

Would you try another book from Elizabeth Peters and Joan Hess and/or Barbara Rosenblat?

Possibly.

If you’ve listened to books by Elizabeth Peters and Joan Hess before, how does this one compare?

I really wanted to like this book. I know it wasn't fully written by Elizabeth Peters and unfortunately it was very obvious. I'm sure she had some large shoes to fill as an author especially for a series of so many books written already, but I feel like the characters were all so UNLIKE themselves! I found myself rolling my eyes and saying she/he would have never done/said that, and that is not right, that's not how that went etc. It lacked so much. I think if you had never heard of the Emersons it would be a good book. I normally check the run time periodically because I don't want the book to end and this time it was so I could see how much longer I had to endure it. I kept thinking I should just stop listening but I did have to find out how the story ended.

What three words best describe Barbara Rosenblat’s voice?

Not like herself. I feel like she was directed to perform differently and even though it was close... she missed the mark on many of my favorite characters this time.

Any additional comments?

Overall, it could be an enjoyable book if you don't mind the differences in the characters.

Poke me in the eye with a chilled salad fork.

If you are going to attempt this story, the story starts in Chapter 4.
Even though the narrater is the same person as in previous storys, she sounds lack-luster in the Painted Queen. Turning the rate to double speed does help.
I loved her previous books, I am so sad for her death. But that does not make the reading any better.

Awesome end to an amazing series

I can't even begin to express my appreciation for this jewel in the crown of the Peabody series. Thank you Ms Hess, this one had to be seriously challenging. You pulled it off.
The narration is awesome. Barbara Rosenblat's audiobook narration is nothing short of amazing,

Love these Characters!

It was sad to hear of Mrs. Peters passing.
These are such wonderful characters and will be greatly missed.
As an avid fan I would love it if Mrs. Hess would continue as the author of this series. She has done a wonderful job on the Painted Queen!

One of the series best

Loved the story especially the new addition to the family. Strong women characters without resorting to stereotypes.