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Echoes

By: Danielle Steel
Narrated by: Simon Prebble
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Against a vivid backdrop of history, Danielle Steel tells a compelling story of love and war, acts of faith and acts of betrayal…and of three generations of women as they journey though years of loss and survival, linked by an indomitable devotion that echoes across time.

For the Wittgenstein family, the summer of 1915 was a time of both prosperity and unease, as the guns of war sound in the distance. But for eldest daughter Beata, it was also a summer of awakening. By the glimmering waters of Lake Geneva, the quiet Jewish beauty met a young French officer and fell in love. Knowing that her parents would never accept her marriage to a Catholic, Beata followed her heart anyway. And as the two built a new life together, Beata’s past would stay with her in ways she could never have predicted. For as the years pass, and Europe is once again engulfed in war, Beata must watch in horror as Hitler’s terror threatens her life and family—even her eighteen-year-old daughter Amadea, who has taken on the vows of a Carmelite nun.

For Amadea, the convent is no refuge. As family and friends are swept away without a trace, Amadea is forced into hiding. Thus begins a harrowing journey of survival, as she escapes into the heart of the French Resistance. Here Amadea will find a renewed sense of purpose, taking on the most daring missions behind enemy lines. And it is here, in the darkest moments of fear, that Amadea will feel her mother’s loving strength—and that of her mother’s mother before her–as the voices of lost loved ones echo powerfully in her heart. And here, amid the fires of war, Amadea will meet an extraordinary man, British secret agent Rupert Montgomery. In Colonel Montgomery, Amadea finds a man who will help her discover her place in an unbreakable chain between generations…and between her lost family and her dreams for the future—a future she is only just beginning to imagine: a future of hope rooted in the rich soil of the past.

With the grace of a master storyteller, Danielle Steel breathes life into history, creating a bold, sweeping tale filled with unforgettable characters and breathtaking images—from the elegant rituals of Europe’s prewar aristocracy to the brutal desperation of Germany’s death camps. Drawing us into a vanished world, Echoes weaves an intricate tapestry of a mother’s love, a daughter’s courage…and the unwavering faith that sustained them—even in history’s darkest hour.

©2004 Danielle Steel (P)2004 Random House, Inc. Random House Audio, a division of Random House, Inc.
Contemporary Contemporary Romance Fiction Genre Fiction Romance Sagas Women's Fiction Heartfelt War Witty
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Compelling Storyline • Historical Depth • Wonderful Narration • Emotional Impact • Rich Detail • Soothing Voice
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I absolutely loved this one. I have not read Danielle Steel in years because I found her novels too predictable. This one was absolutely marvelous. There was not one slow minute in the book, I could not wait to drive somewhere, go to the gym, or clean my house so that I could listen to it.

My Best Audible Book So Far

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couldn't believe it was a novel. The story, characters and events felt completely real, unbelievable.

magnificent

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Poignant storyline that intertwines the lives that existed during the horrors of Hiltler's regime. Story of history, love and faith.

Worth Your Listening Time

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i thought this book was the perfect read! I love the historical context and the wonderful unfolding of this story. I did wish we has closure on the lives of her mom and sister - but then war leaves many unknowns…

My Favorite Danielle Steel book

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This book was actually very sad. However, i agree with one of the other reviews in which listener has stated that it is annoying when main characters disappear all of a sudden!

The ending was not so great

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Blah….. boring and uneventful. Not up to par. It was a waste of my time and money

Blah boring by far

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I loved how the story progressed through the many years with the rich store of every emotion.
A beautiful story!

An Attention Holder!

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I have read hundreds of Danielle Steel books, this one was different, I really loved it!! The reader was really, really good. At first I wasn't sure because he had a accent and I was worried about understanding him well, It was no problem, he kept me intrigued the entire time!! I highly recommend this book!

Excellent

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Once upon a time I read Ms. Steel's books only because I lived through her charecters. I cried when life took it's worst turns and rejoyced when something wonderful happened. I have found my niche in life and my happiness, so I am better able to enjoy the heartfelt story and be ever greatful that, like in the books, dreams do come true and love can be found. Her novels are all basically the same in their outlines, but she tells a hell of a story and Echoes is no exception. It was full of historical information, romance, intrigue and humanitarian acts of kindness in a world that despratly needed it. I truly enjoyed this book and I highly recommend it.

As usual, a wonderful listen.

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this is one of Danielle steel's deeper stories. it moved me in many different ways

perfect blend of history and love

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