To Whisper Her Name

By: Tamera Alexander

Narrated by: Tavia Gilbert

From best-selling author Tamera Alexander comes an exquisite historical novel set against the real history of Belle Meade Plantation in Nashville, Tennessee, that explores the struggles of real people of the post-war South and the journeys of a man and a woman scarred by betrayal.

Olivia Aberdeen, destitute widow of a man shot as a traitor to the South, is shunned by proper society and gratefully accepts an invitation from Elizabeth Harding, mistress of Belle Meade Plantation. Expecting to be the Hardings’ head housekeeper, Olivia is disillusioned when she learns the real reason Elizabeth’s husband, Confederate General William Giles Harding, agreed to her coming. Not finding the safe haven she expects, Olivia is caught off guard by her feelings for Ridley Adam Cooper, a man who seems anything but a Southern gentleman.

Branded a traitor by some, Ridley Cooper, a Southern son who chose to fight for the Union, is a man desperate to end the war still raging inside him. Determined to learn “the gift” that Belle Meade's head horse trainer and former slave, Bob Green, possesses, Ridley harbors secrets that threaten both their lives.

As Ridley seeks to make peace within himself for fighting against the South he loved, Olivia is determined to never be betrayed again.

Praise for Tamera Alexander:

“To Whisper Her Name has everything a fine historical novel needs: characters we truly care about, struggles that really matter, splashes of humor to engage us, and period details that bring the past to vibrant life. Ridley and Olivia both arrive with heartaches and disappointments tucked in their traveling bags. Watching them unpack those memories and make room for the Lord’s cleansing touch is pure reading pleasure.” (Liz Curtis Higgs, New York Times best-selling author)

“Rich in history, romance, and human drama, To Whisper Her Name is a book to be savored, like a sumptuous Southern banquet. Tamera Alexander’s skills as a master storyteller have never been more evident.” (Robin Lee Hatcher, best-selling author of Cross My Heart and Who I Am with You)

“To Whisper Her Name will grab you and not let go. It’s a beautiful, powerful story with unforgettable characters who face the unthinkable with honor while a captivating romance blooms where seeds should never have been scattered.” (Cindy Woodsmall, New York Times and CBA best-selling author)

This inspirational historical romance can be listened to as a stand-alone novel or enjoyed as the first audiobook in Tamera Alexander’s Belle Meade series.

Audiobook length: approximately 125K words. Includes discussion questions for book clubs and a note from the author.

©2012 Tamera Alexander (P)2012 Zondervan

Yay! Yay! Yay!

Loved the story. Well done to the author, the narrator and the producer! I fall in love again every time I hear one of Tamera Alexander's books. Narrator Travia Gilbert is excellent with all the voices. I always knew who was speaking in the story.

Gripping

This is a very good read. Tavia Gilbert did an excellent job wife the character voices. Second time I’ve read this and it was just as spell binding the second time

Great story

I am such a fan of Tamara Alexander. She never disappoints. I am always hesitant when it comes to narration, but this one was great.

Special story about the south after the civil war

Enjoyable listen. the book in the narrator are a great combination. Little taste of what people went through after the civil war.

the Servants are super forgiving despite all they had been through

the narrator was wonderful and lively. each character had there one distinct voice. she was wondering. Great book!!

Very well written book

Would you listen to To Whisper Her Name again? Why?

Yes. Tamera Alexander is a very good author and the reader did a supurb job.

What did you like best about this story?

The suspense of secrets being kept from others.

What about Tavia Gilbert’s performance did you like?

Tavia Gilbert does very well at different characters voices.

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

No extreme reactions but the book was very enjoyable and captivating.

Beautiful Love

This series is a beautiful picture of real people with real struggles and their quest to deal with the struggles while seeing how our God is ever present in their lives weaving and nurturing His love and mercy! In our crazy uncertain world, I am reminded of His ever presence in my life!

Well Done!

Wonderful story! Absolutely remarkable reading with so many different perfect accents for characters throughout. BRAVO!

Beautifully written and read!

Loved this book! A sweet, clean romance that will touch your heart. Well written, and equally well read.

The narrator is unbelievably good.

This book is good, but it’s worth listening to because the narrator is so excellent.