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The Eccentric's Tale: Harriet

A Jacobite Chronicles Story, Book 2

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The Eccentric's Tale: Harriet

By: Julia Brannan
Narrated by: Mary Jane Wells, Will Watt
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Harriet Ashleigh, the much-loved eldest daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Darlington, knows exactly what she wants from life. Just one simple thing: the freedom to be herself.

But for a young woman living in the 17th century, freedom is not such an easy thing to achieve. When her family’s future wealth and happiness are threatened, she wrestles with the realization that duty will have to be put before her precious dreams.

She finds herself forced to make a decision that leads to consequences she could never have imagined even in her worst nightmares.

Now she has to fight the whole of society not just for happiness but for her very survival, and she must take up arms in her own eccentric way with startling results.

The Eccentric’s Tale is an intriguing look at the remarkable private life and emotions of a truly unique woman.

©2019, 2023 Julia Brannan (P)2023 Julia Brannan
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The details and character development were so well done. Highly recommend this entire series.

The two narrators are incredibly talented and make the storytelling come alive. I can’t recommend this entire series enough.

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A fantastic addition to The Jacobite Chronicles!

This book is full of wonderful storytelling, great narration and definitely filled is some story lines.
I loved the idea that the main character isn't tiny, beautiful, blond, and perfect. Harriet doesn't have the usual description of the classic heroine and she's wonderful!

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I love these books

Harriet's backstory helps really connect to book 6 of the Jacobite chronicles really enjoyed it

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History lesson and love storu

hi, enjoy, listening to the story of childhood to adulthood and getting to know the person and their personality and point of view. I can imagine Harriet living at this time leaving her mark on society, and the whole of the country

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Outstanding

This whole series including the Jacobite series is so good that this is the second time I am listening to them all again.

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Wonderful writing and narration!

Excellent book. Great history of the families! Learning about Harriet, Jem, and William. Also about Harriet’s family.

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My favorite Julia Brannan character

Harriet was completely herself, opinionated, stubborn, and loyal. Be warned, this book does not have an HEA. I cried but loved the book.

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A different perspective

Learning more about Harriet’s background was delightful. This secondary character in the main series fascinated me, as it was unusual to have such a wealthy, eccentric… feminist in that period. I enjoyed getting to know her better here, but will say that of the books in the series, this was my least favorite as the focus on gardening and horticultural history was a bit tedious. Having said that, however, the narration by Will Watt, who I adore, and Mary Jane Wells, who I also love, was spectacular. Looking forward to the next audiobook.

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Harriet -- You are going to love this one!

Will Watt and Mary Jane Wells have done it again -- brought to life one of Julia Brandon's most beloved characters. This time it is Harriet, who rivals sir Anthony with her eccentricities, sharp wit, and courage. It is a fast-paced tale of one woman's struggle to live her life on her own terms while fighting to protect those she loves from the machinations of people of power and the Crown. You are going to love this book!

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A must listen

If you love anything related to Jacobite history, this is a gem of a story. In fact, all of Julia Brannan’s books are incredible. The narration is perfection and Harriet is a remarkable character that I admire. Excited to listen to the next installment.

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