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Daddy-Long-Legs

By: Jean Webster
Narrated by: Julia Whelan
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About this listen

First published in 1912, Daddy-Long-Legs is an epistolary novel that follows orphan Jerusha "Judy" Abbott through her college years through a series of letters written to her anonymous benefactor, whom she nicknames "Daddy-Long-Legs." As Judy learns to navigate the complex world of studies, social life, and romance, her letters convey her growth and address the increasingly complex questions that preoccupy her. A classic coming-of-age story featuring a clever, engaging, and altogether realistic heroine, Daddy-Long-Legs has been a beloved tale since its publication and continues to delight its audiences.

Public Domain (P)2011 Tantor Classics

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I read this as a teenager and loved it. It was fantastic to revisit it, and the narrator was excellent. Thoroughly recommended feel-good story.

Old favourite

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This is perfect listening if you're in the mood for a book that both entertains and uplifts the spirits. And (unlike all too many of Audible's choices) the choice of narrator is perfect - enhancing, rather than detracting from the listening experience. Buy and enjoy!

Perfect feel-good book

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I really love the character development and narrative structure despite the fact that the story is entirely told through one person's letters.

A Childhood Favourite!

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Would you listen to Daddy-Long-Legs again? Why?

I would definitely listen again. I read this book when I was in my teens and it was a great experience to hear it again. The reader was clear and had lots of expression - helping to bring it to life. I would recommend this book HIGHLY.

What other book might you compare Daddy-Long-Legs to, and why?

Little Women

Which character – as performed by Julia Whelan – was your favourite?

The person writing the book.

If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

The power of the written word

Any additional comments?

I LOVED IT

RETURN TO MY YOUTH

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If you could sum up Daddy-Long-Legs in three words, what would they be?

Wonderful, bright, heart-warming

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

It made me laugh on pretty much every page (so to speak). I had so much admiration for the main character, Judy, I would highly recommend this book for both mother and daughter!

Gorgeous book!

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Entertaining and well read, please can we have the sequel now, Dear Enemy, read by the same narrator if possible

Great

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