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The Unknown Ajax

Gossip, scandal and an unforgettable Regency romance

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The Unknown Ajax

By: Georgette Heyer
Narrated by: Thomas Judd
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Brought to you by Penguin.

Miles from anywhere, the isolated mansion Darracott Place is presided over by the irascible Lord Darracott.

The recent drowning of his eldest son has done nothing to improve his temper. For now he must send for the unknown offspring of the uncle whom the family are never permitted to mention. Yet none of that beleaguered family are prepared for the arrival of the weaver's brat and heir apparent....

Yet again Georgette Heyer shows the qualities that made her one of the most successful and best-loved romantic novelists of her age, and why her popularity endures to this day.

©1959 Georgette Heyer (P)2021 Penguin Audio Historical Historical Fiction Regency Regency Romance Romance Feel-Good

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Critic reviews

"Absolutely delicious tales of Regency heroes.... Utter, immersive escapism." (Sophie Kinsella)

"One of my perennial comfort authors. Heyer's books are as incisively witty and quietly subversive as any of Jane Austen's." (Joanne Harris)

"Heart-stoppingly gorgeous." (Harriet Evans)

"Georgette Heyer is second to none." (Sunday Times)
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there are so many great Georgette Heyer books, this, to me is one of the very best. I love the characters, so likeable and interesting. I have read the book before and it still made me laugh out loud. the narrator is superb, each character is distinct and real. perfect light hearted reading. can't beat a bit of Georgette Heyer 😄

this is probably my favourite Georgette Heyer book

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It was a very good version of the story, the narrator was very good, though a few times he got some names, words and voices wrong.
Will definitely listen again

Very good

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A slightly different setting and storyline. Set in Sussex with smuggling as a side plot and a Yorkshire man as a hero. Accents ably dealt with by Thomas Judd. Another cracking Heyer historical novel. Not just a romance

Good narration from new young actor

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I didn’t expect this book to rank among my favorite books. A feisty family drama about love, companionship and responsibility. The narrator does an admirable job, as he captures the spirit of every member of the family. Hugo is an unusual Heyer hero, as he never sounds condescending. A really refreshing listen.

Turns out to be one of my favorites!

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Read so well - one of my favourite georgette heyer. Characters come to life with the reading

Loved this book

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I have loved listening to this classic Georgette Heyer novel.
The narration was excellent and made me appreciate the book anew.

So enjoyable

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the good story survived the reading, just about. I'm still glad I listened, but I wish they'd cast better and edit better. at one point this narrator has Hugo call Anthea "lad" and there are other errors and muddles.

Poorly read - wooden, full of errors, just deaf to the language. Characterisations not good.

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The story is like all of Heyer's - good and light fun and not too complex. The narrator does a wonderful job and I really enjoyed his performance.

A fun novel

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Loved the story and the characters. Hugo is my favourite. Struggled to tear myself away.

Gripping dramatic story.

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This is a delightful story and wonderfully read. I enjoyed it very much. Full recommendation.

Very nice

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