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Goodwood

By: Holly Throsby
Narrated by: Rebekah Robertson
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It wasn't just one person who went missing; it was two people. Two very different people. They were there, and then they were gone, as if through a crack in the sky. After that, in a small town like Goodwood, where we had what Nan called 'a high density of acquaintanceship', everything stopped. Or at least it felt that way. The normal feeling of things stopped.

Goodwood is a small town where everyone knows everything about everyone. It's a place where it's impossible to keep a secret.

In 1992, when Jean Brown is 17, a terrible thing happens. Two terrible things. Rosie White, the coolest girl in town, vanishes overnight. One week later, Goodwood's most popular resident, Bart McDonald, sets off on a fishing trip and never comes home.

People die in Goodwood, of course, but never like this. They don't just disappear.

As the intensity of speculation about the fates of Rosie and Bart heightens, Jean, who is keeping secrets of her own, and the rest of Goodwood are left reeling.

Rich in character and complexity, its humour both droll and tender, Goodwood is a compelling ride into a small community torn apart by dark rumours and mystery.

©2016 Holly Throsby (P)2016 Audible, Ltd

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  • Dee
  • 27-06-2018

Superb! Great read!

Oh, I absolutely loved this book! Set in 1992, in rural NSW Australia, was so significant to me, as I grew up in a similar place and was 21 in 1992, so the same pop culture, slang and attitudes were about. I loved the dry humour and many times, laughed out loud whilst reading! The narrator was excellent, with great time and authentic expression. The story was happy, sad and wistful. Really enjoyable book.

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  • Deb
  • 08-04-2017

Beautiful Story

This was a charming description of a small country town in the 90s. The characters were described affectionately and the connection to the surrounding country was well made. The storyline was strong and I really enjoyed this book.
The only distraction was the reader; her constant inflections at the end of sentences almost made me turn this book off.

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Unable to finish this

I gave it my best go, but after chapter six I could not continue to put myself through this any further. It reads like a story written by a 10 year old and the narration matches that experience.

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Goodwood

a good story ,well read in a clear voice, interesting characters and there ways of life

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Tidy enjoyable novel which ticks all the boxes.

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

The narrators role is crucial in the delivery of an audiobook, and the chosen one was perfect for this book. I loved the fine detail in the story. It was joy to listen to. I found I had to keep listening beyond when i had planned, so while it was not thrilling it was intriguing trying to identify who dun it.

Have you listened to any of Rebekah Robertson’s other performances? How does this one compare?

No first time

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It was very comfortable and well paced,

Any additional comments?

I will look forward to the next one from both women i.e the performer and the novelist. I do enjoy her music too.

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What a gem!

What made the experience of listening to Goodwood the most enjoyable?

It made the story so personal and appealing.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Goodwood?

Difficult to choose but the town's shock and reaction when a body was found....

Which character – as performed by Rebekah Robertson – was your favourite?

Jean Brown and her mother.

If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Small town, big story

Any additional comments?

This book was beautifully crafted and resonated with true insight into characters in a small town.

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Enjoyable read

I only recently discovered this author. An enjoyable read. Can't wait for the next title.

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Amazing story. Distracting narration.

Holly Throsby is a beautiful storyteller. She is able to bring a character to life with only a few words, which I admire. I don't usually read fiction but I found this gripping, as I did with her most recent novel 'Clarke'. The most disappointing thing was the narration: while I liked the narrator's actual voice, her delivery was terrible and very distracting, so much so that I really wanted to quit but I was too invested in the mystery. The narrator constantly puts the emphasis in the wrong place and uses an upward inflection at the end of most sentences. It honestly made it so hard to keep going as I kept being taken out of the story. I would recommend reading this book, but maybe try the hardcopy instead.

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Faultless

Loved every second from start to finish. Been a huge fan of Holly’s lyrical and vocal talent for years and Holly’s ability to make me erupt in laughter and tingles at the visual images her writing took me to was nothing short of overwhelmingly wholesome.
You truly are brilliant Holly

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Can’t get past Chapter 7

Am intrigued by the story but can’t focus on it when the narration is so irritating.
The narration has many good qualities. But the constant upward inflection, not only at the end of sentences but at the end of phrases within sentences, makes the story halting rather than flowing. I just can’t endure it. Will get a hard copy of the book instead. Hope you will let me return this time, Audible!

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