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Charleston
- Narrated by: George Guidall
- Length: 18 hrs and 18 mins
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Charleston follows the lives, loves, and shifting fortunes of the Bells - saints and evil-doers mingled in one unforgettable family - from the American Revolution through the turbulent antebellum years to the Civil War and the savage defeat of the Confederacy. Delving into our country's history as only he can, Jakes paints a powerful portrait of the Charleston aristocracy who zealously guarded their privilege and position, harboring dark family secrets that threatened to destroy them all. Sweeping from the bitterly divided Carolina frontier of the 1770s through the tragic destruction of the city during the Civil War, Charleston represents America's premier storyteller at his very best.
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- Narrated by: John Pruden
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Meet the Pratt clan. Driven men. Determined women. Through six turbulent generations, they would pursue a lost Paul Revere treasure. And turn a family secret into an obsession that could destroy them. Here is the novel that launched William Martin’s astonishing literary career and became an instant bestseller. From the grit and romance of old Boston to exclusive - and dangerous - Back Bay today, this sweeping saga paints an unforgettable portrait of a powerful dynasty beset by the forces of history...and a heritage of greed, lust, murder and betrayal.
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Good story idea, disappointing production.
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By: William Martin
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The Quilter's Apprentice
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An engaging tale full of warmth and wisdom, The Quilter’s Apprentice is the first novel in best-selling author Jennifer Chiaverini’s Elm Creek Quilts series. Sarah McClure takes a job helping elderly Sylvia Compson prepare her family estate for sale. Sylvia, a master quilter, agrees to share the tricks of the trade with Sarah. As the two women grow close, Sylvia shares her family’s tragic past, compelling Sarah to look at her own life more closely.
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March
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- Narrated by: Richard Easton
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From Louisa May Alcott's beloved classic Little Women, Geraldine Brooks has animated the character of the absent father, March, and crafted a story "filled with the ache of love and marriage and with the power of war upon the mind and heart of one unforgettable man" (Sue Monk Kidd). With "pitch-perfect writing" (USA Today), Brooks follows March as he leaves behind his family to aid the Union cause in the Civil War. His experiences will utterly change his marriage and challenge his most ardently held beliefs.
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Great book, greatly narrated
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One of the best books ever written about Lincoln by Dale Carnegie. Chronicles the inner life and struggles of Abraham Lincoln, how he led a life of poverty, how he went from pauper to become president, how he emerged from obscurity and became the Republican nominee at the 1860 Chicago convention, how he loved to tell humorous stories, and that he was an avid reader of Shakespeare.
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Lincoln
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Tiana was a Cherokee woman. She grew up learning the magic, spells, and nature religion of her people. Before Sam Houston became the father of Texas, he was a young man who had run away from his home in Tennessee to live among the Cherokee. He came to love Tiana. As the Cherokee would say, she walked in his soul. But Sam was a white man, and Tiana, a Cherokee. And the dreams each had for their land and their people were far apart.
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i honestly don't know what is going in this book
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The Irishman's Daughter
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Ireland, 1845. To Briana Walsh, no place on earth is more beautiful than Carrowteige, County Mayo. The small farms that surround the centuries-old Lear House are managed by her father, agent to the wealthy, reckless Sir Thomas Blakely. Tenant farmers sell the oats and rye they grow to pay rent to Sir Thomas, surviving on the potatoes that flourish in the remaining scraps of land. But when the potato crop falls prey to a devastating blight, families Briana has known all her life are left with no food, no resources, and no mercy from the English landowner.
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Wasted a credit
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By: V.S. Alexander
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The Lioness of Morocco
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Independent-minded Sibylla Spencer feels trapped in 19th-century London, where her strong will and progressive views have rendered her unmarriageable. Still single at 23, she is treated like a child and feels stifled in her controlling father's house. When Benjamin Hopkins, an ambitious employee of her father's trading company, shows an interest in her, she realizes marriage is her only chance to escape.
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The Lioness o Morocco
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When the Lion Feeds
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- By: Wilbur Smith
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It is the 1870s, and twin brothers Sean and Garrick Courtney are born into the wilds of Natal. They could not be more different, and fate, war and the jealous schemes of a woman are to drive them even further apart. But as history unfolds, a continent is awakening. And on the horizon is the promise of fortune, adventure, destiny and love.... When the Lion Feeds is the best-selling novel that launched Wilbur Smith's stellar career and the first in the riveting saga of the Courtney brothers.
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What did you do with John Lee?
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The Day Lincoln Was Shot
- By: Jim Bishop
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In a historical classic as enthralling as a novel, author Jim Bishop colorfully depicts the city of Washington as it is celebrating the end of the Civil War. With research carefully gathered over 25 years, he weaves details together so skillfully, that even though you know the outcome, the suspense heightens with each unfolding event. It’s Good Friday, April 14, 1865. While all around him, people demand vengeance on the subdued southern states, the President plans to rebuild demolished cities and send captured Secessionist soldiers home to plant their crops.
By: Jim Bishop
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- DWR
- 07-09-15
A good combination of history and dynasty...
John Jakes is a master of intertwining history and fictional families into lively and interesting novels. This one is no exception. The one problem I have with his stories is that there are so many families with multiple generations, that keeping the characters straight can be challenging.
George Guidall's performance is excellent. His accents are credible and his character interpretations are rich and distinctive.
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- brian
- 11-27-16
John Jakes does it again.
Would you listen to Charleston again? Why?
I would, to find points of the novel I liked, or points I might have missed.
What did you like best about this story?
The overall plot, as well as the diverse cast of characters.
Which scene was your favorite?
Alex making the decision to leave Charleston for a time, showed the courage she'd gained.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
The off-page death of Henry, almost made me cry.
Any additional comments?
A must-have for fans of John Jakes, and historical fiction I believe.
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- MJC
- 01-28-23
Charleston by : John Jakes
John Jakes is such a good writer. He is truly a Historian/
Author. An enjoyable book as well as informative. It makes me want to go back to Charleston!
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- Angelyn S. Furst
- 12-17-12
Trite
I looked forward to listening to this John Jakes book. I was very disappointed. The characters were predictable and boring. Not to mention that while the actual history was researched and factual, the characters acted in a way that did not reflect the society in which they lived.
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- ARTHUR B.
- 06-30-17
Great read
If you could sum up Charleston in three words, what would they be?
historical suspense informative
What was one of the most memorable moments of Charleston?
The life of peoples both white and black during that period
Have you listened to any of George Guidall’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
no, did great job
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
yes if I had that kind of time LOL
Any additional comments?
Until the book I did not put thought that a person would have lived thru all the wars that faced young America from independence to civil war
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- dchellea74
- 10-22-19
A Familiar Friend
This book is a first cousin to North and South. It is so rich with history and complex characters who struggle to find thrmselves in periods of national uncertainty. I do wish some of the characters had been better formed before their exits, but it was still a great book.
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- Jay C. Jost
- 06-19-21
This was a travelogue through history
Picked-up this book again (in audible form) on our annual trip from Fairfield, CT to Charleston, SC.
I graduated from The Citadel in 1064 and could feel all the people, atmosphere, class distinction and prejudices as written because 1960’s were the Centennial of the “War” and the whole city was reverting to the 1800’s
Just plan terrific… also, you can use this book as a tour guide map.
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- Charles Anderson
- 11-23-18
Best Reader Ever!
The storyline was good and the characters were well developed. What made this audiobook great, in my opinion, was the reader. He was spot on with the accents, and was even convincing with the female characters.
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- Susan
- 05-19-13
Book is great-person reading is all wrong
Would you listen to Charleston again? Why?
No - could not get through it. Did not enjoy the narrator and felt he was all wrong for this book. His voice was way too old sounding and he didn't portray characters well. Love john Jakes books and have read them all. Also lived in Charleston.
What didn’t you like about George Guidall’s performance?
Every character sounded old and male.
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- Dustin J.
- 02-26-24
interesting character development
I like the development of the characters, I also thought that the reader did a great job. little too much romance novel and many instances, didn't finish the book
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