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Velocity of a Secret

By: Violet Marsh
Narrated by: Stella Hunter, Neil Ellice
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Publisher's summary

An intrepid heroine confronts the dark underworld of espionage and war in this daring historical romance by Violet Marsh, the award-winning author of The Aviatrix.

It’s spring 1919, and the Great War has ended. New life flourishes on the red cliffs of the Northern Isles of Scotland—sea pinks and primrose, puffins and guillemots. But this windswept corner of the world harbors a dark secret.

Rose Van Etten has always reveled in danger and defiance. When the war started, she went from racing cars to driving ambulances and learned of an insidious spy ring from a dying soldier. Now that the war is over, she ventures to Scotland in search of the truth.

The isles’ stark beauty quickly captivates her, but so does one of the locals. Unlike most men, the rugged, Viking-esque Thorfinn Sinclair respects Rose’s independent spirit. It seems she’s met her equal.

But Thorfinn has secrets of his own. Fiercely loyal to home and family, he will do whatever it takes to protect the land he loves. As the spies close in, Rose must decide for herself: Is Thorfinn friend or foe?

©2022 Erin Laurel O’Brien. (P)2021 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.

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“This novel captures the reader from the first heart-stopping page. Its fascinating scenes of country life in Scotland and the layers of tension and romance between Rose and Thorfinn Sinclair make for a fast-moving and memorable historical novel. Readers adore stories that instruct them about Scottish history, culture, and lore, and Violet Marsh’s vibrant storytelling and charming setting details do not disappoint. Highly recommended.”Historical Novels Review

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Fantastic

I loved this novel which takes place just after WWI in the Orkney Islands. I initially obtained this because I am interested in the period and my grandfather's family came from Orkney. The setting is wonderful as is the historical detail. The characters are interesting and add a note of adventure and intrigue to the history. The narrator is excellent. I appreciated the author's note at the end.

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Wonderful narration

Beautiful story & wonderful narrators. The story was quite lovely and flowing. It was easy to imagine oneself on the shores of the island. Neil Ellice was was surprisingly delightful with multiple accents & tones.

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A unique, compelling heroine at a challenging time

As someone who read too many stories during the pandemic, finding this uniquely capable yet relatable heroine and hero is refreshing and interesting. Everything about their world and lives was different than mine yet I enjoyed spending time with them immensely.

My only request would be that the man's voice not go from so loud to so soft and back again quickly. It's hard to rewind, raise the volume, play a short bit and then lower the volume again while driving.

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