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The Story Collector

By: Evie Woods
Narrated by: Heather O’Sullivan
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An evocative and charming novel full of secrets and mystery, from the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Lost Bookshop

In a quiet village in Ireland, a mysterious local myth is about to change everything…

One hundred years ago, Anna, a young farm girl, volunteers to help an intriguing American visitor translate fairy stories from Irish to English. But all is not as it seems and Anna soon finds herself at the heart of a mystery that threatens her very way of life.

In New York in the present day, Sarah Harper boards a plane bound for the West Coast of Ireland. But once there, she finds she has unearthed dark secrets – secrets that tread the line between the everyday and the otherworldly, the seen and the unseen.

With a taste for the magical in everyday life, Evie Woods's latest novel is full of ordinary characters with extraordinary tales to tell.

Previously published as The Story Collector by Evie Gaughan.

©2024 Evie Woods (P)2024 HarperCollins Publishers Contemporary Editors Select Genre Fiction Historical Fiction Magical Realism Heartfelt Feel-Good

Editorial Review

Get a divorce, jump on a plane, and find out if faeries are real
I’m so glad I took the recommendation of a trusted colleague (thanks, Katie O.!) and gave The Story Collector by Evie Woods a chance. Woods is a new-to-me author and Heather O’Sullivan is a new-to-me narrator—and their collaboration has become the summer listen I didn’t know I needed. Blending the past and present, the US and Ireland, the ordinary and the not-so-ordinary—it’s a tale about everyday people that’s full of magic, faeries, love, hope, and the power of stories. You will want to jump on the next Aer Lingus plane you see—you’ll know it by the shamrock on its tail—in hopes of discovering your own magical reawakening. — Tricia F., Audible Editor

Enchanting Storytelling • Interwoven Timelines • Excellent Narration • Engaging Connections • Irish Folklore Integration
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Storytelling at its best

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I really thought Oren’s grandfather was going to be Anna’s youngest brother but the time was too far apart. The story was a pleasure to listen too albeit frustrating at times. Kept me listening. I would love to hear more books by this author Audible has two.

Had me guessing. I didn’t want it to end.

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The story moves along at a good pace and keeps the listener engaged. Enjoyed learning about the Irish folklore.

Engaging Story

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I love the way she portrayed the far and mourning. I think we all need this story once in and while.

Very enjoyable

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I can’t wait to see the movie (PLEASE!). I would love to see it on the big screen. Evie Woods is brilliant! Heather O’Sullivan’s narration painted Evie Wood’s masterpiece to perfection! Thank you.

Outstanding!

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I liked the narrator, who, with a pleasant voice, easily switches back between Irish and American accents. The story moves along quickly going back-and-forth between the two main characters, women in different time periods. Both of them have a similar type of problem, and the parallels are interesting. I liked everything about this story except for one thing, and that was that we did not get closure on one of the characters.

The Irish setting is charming and the story engaging

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This is the second Evie Woods story I’ve experienced, and once again it’s a satisfying adventure.

Another just-right approach to the fantastic

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I loved everything about the story except for the romance part of it, which seemed like an afterthought. Even though I love romance in my reading, I don't think it should be forced. This story was otherwise extremely engaging and the performance was very well done.

Pretty good

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The descriptions of the west of Ireland are spot on in every detail and nuance. The dual romance is intriguing and adds yet another level of magic and also believability. It is haunting, mystical, poignant, and lovely all at once. I am delighted to find this author.

Real Magic

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Love this book! Feels like rom-com meets folklore in a charming heartfelt way with grief running through out.

Cozy story telling vibes!

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