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  • Mrs. Pollifax and the Whirling Dervish

  • By: Dorothy Gilman
  • Narrated by: Barbara Rosenblat
  • Length: 7 hrs and 13 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,761 ratings)

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Mrs. Pollifax and the Whirling Dervish

By: Dorothy Gilman
Narrated by: Barbara Rosenblat
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Publisher's summary

All Mrs. Pollifax has to do is help a bumbling CIA agent confirm the identities of seven undercover informants in Morocco. A simple assignment. But right away, things go wrong. The first informant is murdered just after Mrs. P. identifies him in Fez. Worse, she has the frightening sensation that her associate is not who or what he says he is.

©1990 Dorothy Gilman Butters (P)1995 Recorded Books
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Another homerun for Gilman, Pollifax and Rosenblat

What did you love best about Mrs. Pollifax and the Whirling Dervish?

The strong performance by Ms. Rosenblat breathing life into each of the wonderful characters brings to life another great adventure story of this dynamic spy lady. Lots of very interesting information along the way helps make the world of Mrs. Pollifax's travels fuller and most complete in the story backdrops.

What other book might you compare Mrs. Pollifax and the Whirling Dervish to and why?

I would also recommend the entire Amelia Peabody series written by Elizabeth Peters and performed by Barbara Rosenblat.

Which scene was your favorite?

Did anyone catch the reference to Emerson very early in the book? I do not recall anyone named Emerson in connection to Mrs. Pollifax but in the Amelia Peabody series Ms. Peabody's husband is named Emerson. Was this an error or is there another Pollifax character that I missed or was this done to see if we are really listening? I did like the opening scene with the visit from Bishop to brief Mrs. Pollifax on the mission.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Too many great moments in the story to pick just one for comment.

Any additional comments?

Is Emily Pollifax having a fling with Amelia Peabody's husband Emerson?

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Enjoyable as expected

As always Mrs. Pollifax and her narrator Barbara Rosenblat delivers as always.

Recommend these books and this narrator in anything they do.

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Delightful!, wholesome, uplifting, engaging

Most engaging tale. Loved location and visiting Morocco.
Dorothy and Emily delight me again. I love Emily and treasure her as my friend and companion.

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Mrs. Pollifax in Morocco

Where does Mrs. Pollifax and the Whirling Dervish rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Ranks at about the 70% percentile overall of more than 200 audio books from various sources. Ranks number 2 in the cozy mystery category with only the Amelia Peabody series ranking higher - the latter are also read by Barbara Rosenblat.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

The whole point of a cozy is be interesting, sometimes funny, and somewhat surprising. I first listened to the audible edition of this in 2012 and recently listened again. They are perfect for listening to late in the evening whereas my other favorite series are not conducive to good sleep if listening continues after 8 PM (ie Harry Bosch, Jack Reacher, and series by Daniel Silva and Louise Penny).

What does Barbara Rosenblat bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

She is the perfect reader for these. AND she is amazing as her voice characters are almost all unique from one series to another.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Early on she befriends a young boy and he repays the friendship in surprising ways. She always sees something in individuals that makes you think about how you relate to others.

Any additional comments?

Definitely worth reading a second time especially because I needed some lighter fare to accompany yard work.

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Mrs Pollifax is a great read

I love these books they never disappoint and the narrator does a fantastic job

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excellent story and narration

excellent story, excellent narrator. love the blend of adventure and philospophy, Barbara Rosenblat does all the characters perfectly.

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Great series

Would you consider the audio edition of Mrs. Pollifax and the Whirling Dervish to be better than the print version?

Absolutely loved this whole series. Narration was great except for the last book in the series. Loved the locations and the detailed description about the people, customs, and traditions. Mrs. Pollifax character was a delight and loved her. Listened to the series twice through I enjoyed it so much. The narrator was so good, I can't imagine that reading the books would have been nearly as enjoyable.

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Love this lady

These are the books I listen to botween the serious stuff. Always fun and upbeat.

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Another great book!

Again, Mrs. Pollifax takes us a worldly adventure with twists and turns while continuing to charm us with her wit, compassion, and wise ways. Barbara Rosenblatt narrates the story wonderfully and keeps it entertaining. Great fun!

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Differentʻ exciting and on edge!

She never fails to entertain! Another story that has interesting twists, well developed characters and bring the country to life.

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