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Excellent history but Isabella clone tiresome

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3 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
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3 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 04-05-23

I’m a big fan of the Bruno stories, but was kind of disappointed in this one. I appreciate the balanced exploration of tensions in modern French society and in history, as in previous novels, and learned a lot in listening to it. The subplots about sexual assault, autism, terrorism, Islam, and the rescue of Jewish children in WWII were presented in a balanced and engaging manner. But the plot and characters seemed somewhat stale for the first time in this series, especially Bruno’s romantic life - no character evolution for him this time. I like the narration, except for Pamela - I just don’t buy her being a Scot, with her posh, languid English accent, despite her auburn hair.

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A little gem

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5 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 03-11-23

I really enjoyed this short story. I just wish Pamela had a Scottish accent instead of a posh English accent - I don’t buy her as a Scot at all.

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I really enjoy these stories

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4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 01-21-23

As an amateur genealogist, I love the way that Morton's genealogical investigations are woven into the adventures of the characters he is in Investigating. I also like the Morton's character and his relationships have evolved through the series - his interactions with Grace are hilarious - so true to life with a little one! I'm also glad that Morton getting beaten up and knocked unconscious is no longer a standard plot feature. Some issues with Morton's personal family history are left hanging in this book - I wonder what will be revealed in the next one!

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Short but just the right length, but too expensive

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4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 12-30-22

I love the way the historical facts are woven into the story. You really learn a lot about what people 's lives were like, especially those of women and the underprivileged, without being pedantic. Ian Pringle does a great job as narrator, perfect for this series. I also like the way Morton Farrier's character and relationships have evolved through this series. My only mark down (4 stars overall) is because Audible charges a whole credit for a 3 hour audiobook. It's not that I want the story to be longer, it's that I think Audible should only charge half a credit for short stories and novellas

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No sound

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1 out of 5 stars
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1 out of 5 stars
Story
1 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 12-24-22

I gave this one star because Audible player shows the time advancing, but there’s no sound at all.

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Will Morton find his father in America??

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4 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 12-14-22

If you're a Morton Farrier fan, don't miss this episode, which is completely devoted to his search for his own family. I felt sorry for the narrator, though - a Brit tackling American accents. He made a valiant effort, but the Boston and various Yankee accents are notoriously hard to get right. I couldn't resist a chuckle, having lived in Western Massachusetts for many years - everything east of the Connecticut River was a foreign land. I guess this is how Americans sound to English people when we try to speak with a British accent - muddling together a variety of dialects!

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An excellent tale except for…

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4 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 09-12-22

Some will find the attitude expressed toward homosexuality offensive, although it is authentic for the historical period.

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Not getting much for your money

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3 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
Story
3 out of 5 stars

Reviewed: 04-05-22

I enjoy these Bunburry mysteries, but this was more like a short story than a full-fledged book. I don't think it's right for Audible to charge a whole credit for a 3-hour reading. The characters and story lines were suddenly truncated, and a brief explanation given in an epilogue. I feel cheated. Audible should combine these stories to make a full-fledged audiobook, like they did with the first few stories. I feel cheated.

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