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The Governess of Highland Hall

Edwardian Brides, Book 1

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The Governess of Highland Hall

By: Carrie Turansky
Narrated by: Veida Dehmlow
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Missionary Julia Foster loves working alongside her parents, but when the family must return to England due to illness, she readily accepts the burden for her parents' financial support. Taking on a job at Highland Hall as governess, she quickly finds that teaching her four ill-mannered charges at a grand estate is more challenging than expected. Widowed and left to care for his two young children and his deceased cousin's two teenage girls, William Ramsey is consumed with saving the estate from financial ruin. The last thing he needs is any distraction coming from the kindhearted-yet-determined governess who seems to be quietly transforming his household with her persuasive personality. Julia and William are determined to do what it takes to save their families-common ground that proves fertile for unexpected feelings. But will William choose Julia's steadfast heart and faith over the wealth and power he needs to secure Highland Hall's future?

©2013 Carrie Turansky (P)2014 Tantor Christian Fiction Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Literary Fiction Romance Sagas Heartfelt Feel-Good

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"A heartwarming tale." ( RT Book Reviews)
Engaging Storyline • Heartwarming Romance • Lovely Narration • Admirable Heroine • Clean Content • Good Female Voices
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Interesting storyline. Reminded me a lot of Downton Abby. My only complaint: Narrators interpretation of the male voices made them all sound like gruff old men instead of dapper gentlemen and she also struggled with an American accent. However, still very enjoyable and good story.

Good listen

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Enjoyed this book / series so listening to it again! It was just as good as the first time!

Second time listening and was just as good!

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I’ve listened to so many of these type books, but this one had one of the most believable storylines. Nothing too pushed to make a drama or the romance work out. As a Christian I also really appreciated the strong faith and references to God throughout the book. I really enjoyed it and recommend all Christian women who live the Victorian era to give it a listen!

So well written!

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Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

I thought this book would be as interesting as another trilogy set I ordered along the same theme lines. Unfortunately it didn't hold my interest the same way. The reading was a little grinding on my senses. The overall theme kept me thinking of "The Music Man" and wondering where the author got their story line. I made the mistake and bought all three, now I need to try and return the other two. My recommendation is ONLY buy the first and if you like it, then buy the remaining ones. I should have taken my own advice.

What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!)

Very predictable.

What didn’t you like about Veida Dehmlow’s performance?

Her voice, while smooth listening in a female character, was irritating when trying to voice the male version. I really had a hard time listening to it.

Did The Governess of Highland Hall inspire you to do anything?

no

Not what I expected

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Great story & excellent narator. Thank you for a clean heart warming book. Looking forward to the next bk in the series.

Lovved it!!

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The voice and story………….i
Must write fifteen words lol what what else can I say blah blah blah

Interesting

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Julia’s never veering in her obedience and love for the Savior in spite of the efforts of others to thwart her in her devotion was a prominent theme.

The devotion Julia showed for the Lord

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The overall message was good and I may have enjoyed it more with a different narrator. I actually had to speed it up to 1.25 just to listen. Others may not have a problem with this narrator, just my personal preference.

Sweet story but so predictable. Terrible narration

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Had captured my attention immediately. Was interesting and had me involved in the characters. Loved the Christian undertones.

Kept my interest immediately

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A wonderful story in the coming together of a wrecked aristocratic family in the middle of chaos & a healing devote Christian missionary family. The two worlds would normally crash & burn but this story blossoms into a beautiful love story. Narration good.

EXCELLENT

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