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The Unknown Ajax

Gossip, scandal and an unforgettable Regency romance

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The Unknown Ajax

By: Georgette Heyer
Narrated by: Thomas Judd
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Miles from anywhere, the isolated mansion Darracott Place is presided over by the irascible Lord Darracott.

The recent drowning of his eldest son has done nothing to improve his temper. For now he must send for the unknown offspring of the uncle whom the family are never permitted to mention. Yet none of that beleaguered family are prepared for the arrival of the weaver's brat and heir apparent....

Yet again Georgette Heyer shows the qualities that made her one of the most successful and best-loved romantic novelists of her age, and why her popularity endures to this day.

©1959 Georgette Heyer (P)2021 Penguin Audio Historical Historical Fiction Regency Regency Romance Romance Funny Witty

Critic reviews

"Absolutely delicious tales of Regency heroes.... Utter, immersive escapism." (Sophie Kinsella)

"One of my perennial comfort authors. Heyer's books are as incisively witty and quietly subversive as any of Jane Austen's." (Joanne Harris)

"Heart-stoppingly gorgeous." (Harriet Evans)

"Georgette Heyer is second to none." (Sunday Times)
Witty Story • Engaging Plot • Excellent Narration • Comedic Elements • Satisfying Storyline • Smooth Accent Transitions
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Classic Heyer witty entertaining story and very well done voice acting by the narrator. The dialects were particularly good.

Well done classic

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So glad to discover a production and narrator that do justice to one of my favorite Georgette Heyer stories—with humor and warmth as well as strong characterizations. Huzzah!

Always a favorite!

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enjoyable read, light hearted, well crafted. it's a regency romance, but the romance is a small part of the plot. mostly, just good regency characters!

very entertaining

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This is a really excellent and engaging audiobook reading of this interesting story full of fascinating characters!

Fabulous story and great reading

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Georgette Heyer's books are wonderful in print, but the audiobooks add so much life and colour. Thomas Judd's narration is wonderful, especially his Yorkshire accent for Hugo Darracott. As an Australlian, I'd never been able to "hear" it in my head whilst reading the print version. Bravo!

Great voice acting

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One of Ms. Heyer's best. The narrator was a pleasure to listen to. Now if we can just get The Toll House, The Reluctant Widow, and a few others.

One of my favorite Heyer books!

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Having read this book a year ago, and being so entertained by the conversational wit in Georgette Heyer’s novels, I believe this narrator truly brought the story to life. The first chapter or so starts off slowly with so many characters to place correctly, but once that ground is covered, the story becomes engaging. I have my favorites among Heyer’s work and I’m glad I listened to The Unknown Ajax again to better appreciate this book.

Outstanding Narration

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Loved it. Great story, well narrated . Great author.
Many thanks to Penguin Audible.

Well done

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This one is a keeper. I’ve read quite a few Heyer that I don’t really care for, but this is one that I’d re-read. There’s an interesting cast of characters, some more fleshed out than others, but all believable. Love both the male and female leads, and awed by Lady Aurelia.

Love it

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loved it. wonderful for a rainy afternoon in the craft room. "Ajax" is a full hero in every way. a glimpse as well into the customs of a bygone time.

great dramatic read!

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