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  • Daddy-Long-Legs

  • By: Jean Webster
  • Narrated by: Julia Whelan
  • Length: 4 hrs and 7 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (585 ratings)

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Daddy-Long-Legs

By: Jean Webster
Narrated by: Julia Whelan
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Publisher's summary

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.

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Exquisite

Loved Judy and her words. She makes you feel like writing letters again. The narrator was fabulous ♡

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Fantastic!

My only complaint about this book is that it wasn't 5 times longer! Beautiful performance, the narrator added such character to the story, and I now feel like a good friend of Judy's. Such a "deep sigh" book.

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Cute. Good vocabulary words. Great narration.

This is a cute little book. Julia Whelan is the best narrator, so no matter the content, I choose books she narrates. The story is sweet - and I most enjoyed the expansive vocabulary. Really. It inspires me to read more of the classics as the protagonist did.

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A classic

I’m so glad I gave this a listen. I didn’t even know this classic existed before I read a review on another book, and this title was mentioned. (I read a Pride and Prejudice variation called “Dear Nameless Stranger”, which is based on both P&P and DLL).

The plot line is original and interesting. There was little angst, and i enjoyed how the main character, a young woman, held her ground with her benefactor, a man, the times it was necessary. This showed strength of character.

I loved the hea.

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Very Happy Story

I remember reading this about 40 years ago and was thrilled to find it in Audibles.

This story is mainly letters. An orphan girl is given a scholarship to attend college. The only requirement is that she write to Mr. John Smith once a month so he can judge her learning.

It is a marvelous story that is uplifting to hear as this young hard working young lady learns and discovers a world that would never been available to her if things had gone differently.

There is a smidgen of romance, but nothing overt.

It is important to note the story takes place in the early 1900's, Women were not allowed to vote.

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My childhood favorite still stands tall

I loved this book when my mother read it to me as an 8 year old child so when I saw it was available on audible I just had to give it a listen. I still loved it! This book proves good writing stands the test of time!

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A treasure!

I’d never heard of this little novel until I bought tickets for the play. I thought I’d listen to the free Audible listen and I’m SO glad I did.
It’s sweet, charming and the perfect listen for right now.

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I absolutely loved this book!

What a sweet surprise this book was. I was truly surprised to find such wot and witticism in a novel written in 1912. It’s a quick listen and I highly recommend it.

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Sweet Story of Providence

Told in the form of first person writing letters, this wonderful story gives you a window into a young girl growing from teenager to woman through the generosity of a benefactor. It is simply delightful !!

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a lovely reread, or we hear.

what a delight to listen to this story again.

I remember reading it when I was younger and then seeing the movie. the book is much much better. of course if you like to see dancing, then the movie might be better.

The narrator was a delight to listen to.

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