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Sophia's Secret

By: Susanna Kearsley
Narrated by: Carolyn Bonnyman
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 When best-selling author Carrie McClelland visits the stark and beautiful Slains Casle, she decides to use the castle as the setting for her new novel, and one of her own ancestors, Sophia, as her heroine. Then Carrie realises her writing is taking on a life of its own and the lines between fact and fiction become increasingly blurred. As Sophias' memories draw Carrie more deeply into the intrigue of 1708, she discovers a captivating love story lost in time. Please note this title was previously recorded as The Winter Sea©2009 Susanna Kearsley (P)2009 Oakhill Publishing Ltd Genre Fiction Literary Fiction

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"A deeply-engaging romance and a compelling historical novel ... Susanna Kearsley has written a marvelous book." ( Bernard Cornwell)
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I liked this timeslip style romance and would probably seek out the author's other work after a bit of a break. The narrator had a nice voice and seemed to have the correct Scots (Doric?) dialect for the story (the dialect was mentioned more than once in the story itself). The plot was a tiny bit unconvincing in parts, and you'll probably see the denouement coming a mile off, but it was a nice, easy listen. Perfect for plugging the ears while doing the housework.

A lovely story

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There was a moment when I wanted to give up on this book. But I did listen till the end and I am happy I did. The end has really a gorgeous twist :-))) Good job, Mrs. Kearsley!

Great listen

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This one veers very close to the 'Mills and Boon' genre. Nothing against romantic fiction, it's a matter of taste and I don't enjoy it. The narration was rather masterful though - taking on an Aberdeenshire dialect is a big ask and she seemed to pull it off.

Not for me

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I found this audio book rather hard work at times, and although I liked the narrators accents and voice I found the history and ships was not for me, but to be fair if you do like ships and historic battles all entwined with past and present love story's then you will enjoy it.

If you like ships and history then this is for you

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Would you listen to Sophia's Secret again? Why?

Yes but in a few years as the story is still clear in my head.

What other book might you compare Sophia's Secret to, and why?

Lady of Hay by Barbare Erskine which is one of my favourite historical fiction books.

What does Carolyn Bonnyman bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?

The lovely gentle accent…makes you feel like you're really there

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

It made me laugh and cry..there are scenes for every emotion

Any additional comments?

I'll definitely be looking for other audiobooks by this author…can't wait.

If you like Barbara Erskine, you'll love this!.

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What made the experience of listening to Sophia's Secret the most enjoyable?

Another good book from Susanna and I love to hear Carolyn narrate her books, a perfect pair.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Sophia's Secret?

When Sofia realises Murray loves her

Which character – as performed by Carolyn Bonnyman – was your favourite?

Jimmy

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When Sofia gave her daughter away

Any additional comments?

Carolyn who made all the characters come alive, The realisation that after giving her daughter away she found her true love again. This is the third Susanna and Carolyn combination I have listened to and I have another ready to start...Good Stuff

Intriguing

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Second book from this author and same reader for me. can't get enough! Romantic and happy with beautiful scenery, characters and story!

Brilliant

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What did you like most about Sophia's Secret?

Author has the ability to make you feel you are there. Great story, loved it, so much so, ordered another of her books

What other book might you compare Sophia's Secret to, and why?

Barbara Erskine's novels. A mixture of fiction and history

What about Carolyn Bonnyman’s performance did you like?

Her Scottish accents were very good.

Couldn't stop listening

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Couldn’t stop listening to this wonderful story. And Carolyn Bonnyman did an incredible job switching accents to accommodate the different narrators, which brought the story across so much more nicely.

Lovely story, masterfully read

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I absolutely loved this story though it was a bit predictable at times. It kept me in thrall throughout though and I loved the historical context as well as the romance. I was rather interested in the Jacobite risings having listened to the Outlander series by Diana Gabaldon, and it was very interesting to hear of the earlier rising and the history surrounding it in this novel.

Loved it.

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