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The Elusive Flame

The Birmingham Family, Book 3

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The Elusive Flame

By: Kathleen E. Woodiwiss
Narrated by: Ashford McNab
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A woman in desperate straits.... A fearless man.... A marriage of convenience on turbulent waters....

Cerynise Kendall has been left destitute and in dire need following the death of her doting patron and protectress. A brilliant young artist tossed from her home with only the clothes on her back, Cerynise must now turn to a childhood companion for assistance—the dashing sea captain Beauregard Birmingham—and beg him to provide her with passage to the Carolinas. She seeks a new home and a new life across the waters, but all depends upon the kindness of a charming adventurer who was once the object of her youthful infatuation.

Beneath Birmingham's rugged exterior beats a heart as large and wild as the Atlantic, and Beau readily agrees to aid Cerynise—even offering her his name in marriage, albeit temporarily, to protect his longtime friend from scandal. But perilous secrets, determined enemies and tempests of the sea and soul threaten their future and safe passage even as bonds of camaraderie are miraculously reforged as bonds of desire...and affection becomes passion and love.

©2009 Kathleen E. Woodiwiss (P)2022 HarperCollins Publishers Historical Historical Fiction Regency Victorian Heartfelt
Captivating Storyline • Sensual Scenes • Great Narration • Intriguing Mystery • Humorous Moments • Superb Performance
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I did not care for the narrator. she was slow and did not project any emotion in the reading. The story was captivating and kept my interest. I fell in love with Beau and Cyrise.

Love is strong

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Very soothing for a change but many situations going on. Very peaceful to read and all characters were great.

Great book

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Loved this book and the performance. I had not read this one earlier, as I had many of her other books. Was glad I listened!

Excellent Listen

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I've been reading Ms. Woodiwiss for over 29 years and I never tire of re-reading them.

Beloved writer of the last 20 years

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Always keeps me on edge. I have to keep reminding myself that it’s going to turn out the way I want it to! Loved this one as much as the others… having Beau grow up and experience his life is wonderful!

Love Woddiwiss!!

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I love this series, and the generational story. Everyone should have a family like this.

Family

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Overall enjoy the writers twists and turns and have read many of her books. This had a little less twisting plot but enjoyed light reading. Voice of Beau not so fitting but ok

Light romance

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What a beautiful story. The whole way from start to finish. Excellent story
Kathleen Woodwiss very special story teller

Awesome story

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Beautifully written, and the orchestration was wonderful and beautifully read as well. The story was intriguing and captivating as well.

The Elusive Flame by Catherine E. Woodwist.

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Have love her books for many many years . Wonderful being able to listen to her them now.

Have always loved

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