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The Attenbury Emeralds

By: Jill Paton Walsh
Narrated by: Edward Petherbridge
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Based on the characters created by Dorothy L. Sayers.

The recovery of the magnificent gem in Lord Attenbury's dazzling heirloom launched a shell-shocked young aristocrat on his career as a detective in 1921. Thirty years later, a happily married Lord Peter has just shared the secrets of that mystery with his wife, the detective novelist Harriet Vane. Suddenly, the new Lord Attenbury—grandson of Lord Peter’s first client—seeks his help to prove who owns the emeralds. As Harriet and Peter contemplate the changes that the war has wrought on English society, Peter, who always cherished the liberties of a younger son, faces the unwanted prospect of ending up the Duke of Denver after all.

©2010 Jill Paton Walsh and the Trustees of Anthony Fleming, deceased. (P)2011 AudioGo
Historical Mystery Traditional Detectives Classic Fiction Mysteries
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Engaging Mystery • Authentic Characters • Soothing Voice • Historical Context • Complex Plot • Faithful Continuation
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Walsh captures the Sayer's style in her first standalone sequel to the Lord Peter Whimsey stories. I was terribly excited to see that Edward Petherbridge was the narrator! His performances in the1980's Dorothy L. Sayers Mystery miniseries was definitive. His voice is a bit soft, and and shows his age, but as Peter is in his 60's in this book it compliments rather than detracts from the atmosphere of the story.

A Triumph

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It is an okay book, really a bit of a cozy. It is a book for those that miss the Peter and Harriet characters enough to enjoy a paler version of the originals.

Only for existing Dorothy L Sayers fans

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I love the original Dorothy Sayers books. Jill Paton Walsh does as excellent job of continuing the series in most respects. The main difference is that Lord and Lady Peter no longer toss quotations back and forth as freely, which is a relatively minor thing.

Others have commented adversely on the sound quality of this recording. When I first tried to listen to it while driving, it was unintelligible. When I gave it one last try, NOT in the car, it was totally clear. Maybe the speakers, maybe a cleaner download, whatever the cause, no longer a problem.

Good story, but not for the car

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I have always loved Edward Petherbridge's portrayal of Peter Whimsey. This is so correct and yet so pleasant and true to the legacy of Dorothy Sayers.

Lovely book and so very British

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The reader seems intent on corrupting the text through his dream like sotto voce narrative, sounding like a mumbling dreamer at times. Too bad. It's a very good "Sayers" story, filled with nostalgia for Sayers. The author is more than half in love with Wimsey and Harriet, and of course Bunter.

Excellent story but the reader mumbles in a dream

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In my youth almost 30 years ago I read every Lord Peter story I could find. Recently, a desire to reread or listen to English mystery classics has arisen in me. Jill Patton Walsh does a superb job of bringing the Whimsy feel to my brain and heart. Edward Petherbridge reminds me of Sir Ian Carmichael.

Wonderful Story!

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Enjoyed reading about Lord Peter & Harriet in their mature years. The narrator had a soothing voice but swallowed the last syllable often.

Narrator mumbles sometimes

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I loved the story but found the narration to be too slow, almost like the playback was at the wrong speed. When I turned it up to 1.2X it was much easier to listen to. Loved hearing about Harriet and Peter again!

Problem with the speed?

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What joy one more Lord Peter story. If I could have one author added to audible it would be Dorothy Sayers. The Lord Peter novels were the first recorded books I checked out of the library and I was hooked. Please bring Dorothy Sayers and Lord Peter titles to Audible.

The joy of Lord Peter

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If you have missed the continuation of Dorothy Sayers' beloved series under the loving hand of Jill Patton Walsh, you are in for several treats. This is the third book in the extended series, and one of my favorites. Edward Petherbridge does a lovely job of reading it. (I believe he is the same Edward Petherbridge who played Peter Wimsey in the 80s). I DO recommend reading them in order, of course. Any of them will stand alone as a mystery - but the continuation of the personal histories of the Wimsey family is best carried on in proper order.

Having it read to me in a British voice is a delicious treat. I highly recommend both the Kindle and the audible combination.

Peter Wimsey Rides Again

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