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A Light in the Window
- The Mitford Years, Book 2
- Narrated by: John McDonough
- Series: Mitford Years, Book 2
- Length: 16 hrs and 47 mins
- Categories: Literature & Fiction
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Publisher's Summary
As you can see, Mitford's rector and lifelong bachelor, Father Tim, is in need of divine intervention. In this beautifully crafted second novel in the Mitford series, Jan Karon delivers a love story that's both heartwarming and hilarious. Only time will tell if the village parson can practice what he preaches.
In A Light in the Window, you will find an affirmation of what some of us already know: Life in a small town is rarely quiet. And absolutely never boring.
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- Rosie
- 24-03-2020
Charming book
An old fashioned love story and more, humour, mystery and fun. Well narrated and easy to listen to , the people in it were like old friends.
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- Sara
- 29-01-2014
Story of community
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Another pleasure from Jan Karon and John McDonough. Positive, human, silly, and fun. All about finding your family all around you and trying to bloom where you are planted.
35 people found this helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- C. Cole
- 22-10-2007
A Must Read Series
I love all of Jan Karon's books in this series. I have read all of then at least 3 times and listened to them on audio once or twice. Heaven will be just like Mitford- with out the pain of course. Perfection
11 people found this helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- gina
- 02-06-2008
I love Mitford and Fr. Tim
This is book two in the Mitford series and I just can't get enough. If this were a real town I would definitely want to live there.
6 people found this helpful
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- Elisa Buch
- 15-01-2013
Fantastic story, excellant narration
Where does A Light in the Window rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
This is one of the best audiobooks I have listened to since I joined Audible. Of course, the story is one of the best I have read in many years. Jan Karon, the author, has a way of writing that lets you step into the lives of the people of Mitford. I feel that I would recognize any of the characters if I met them on the street. This is a "slice of life" type story where you step into the lives of the characters and follow them through the months and / or years. Every character is vividly drawn.
What was one of the most memorable moments of A Light in the Window?
I think that my favorite moments include Father Tim's first meeting with Dooley Barlow, the time spent with Miss Sadie, and his introduction to Puny.
What about John McDonough’s performance did you like?
John McDonough was able to narrate the story in such a way that you can enter the world of the story and forget the narrator. John's use of the native idioms and accents was right on.
If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
Come enter the world of Mitford . . . you will never want to leave!
Any additional comments?
I am really looking forward to listening to the rest of the series. I read these books years ago and have been wanting to reread them for quite a while but have just been too busy. Audible provided the perfect way for me to do both.
5 people found this helpful
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- Richard C Bishop
- 19-02-2013
Charming!
After more than a year away, it was a pleasure to return and visit Father Tim and his friends. After an action thriller and a political biography, the charming village that Karon has created was refreshing. I will certainly buy the next installment.
4 people found this helpful
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- Susan
- 29-10-2012
Extremely Entertaining
Where does A Light in the Window rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
One of the best I've experienced.
What other book might you compare A Light in the Window to and why?
At Home In Mitford - same actor - brings the story alive.
What about John McDonough’s performance did you like?
He does so well with the different characters - he seems to actually take on their personalities and matches it with a voice that is so aunthentic. He is unbelievable and I will look for more of his work.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
I'm not sure I could actually narrow it down to one but I think Father Tim's encounters with Edith Mallory are right up there with the unique voice and personality of Dooley Barlow.
Any additional comments?
I am so entertained by this and cannot wait to buy the next book in the series to listen to. It will be at the top of my Christmas list this year.
4 people found this helpful
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
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- Aygee Khay
- 25-02-2017
Minor glitches
There are some minor glitches in the recording. At the end of a few paragraphs, the recording quickly comes right in with a new sentence, without a breathe pause. It must be an editing issue. Overall, I love Mitford and Father Tim! Ready to purchase the next book!!
3 people found this helpful
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- Carole
- 20-04-2015
Light hearted and pleasant story
Only marked performance down due to a problem with the audio. Skipping occurs at the end of each electronic chapter (not the book chapter). Not sure what I missed. Otherwise, nicely done.
3 people found this helpful
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- Plainfield317
- 30-12-2015
Fabulous acting
John's performance was extraordinary. I thoroughly enjoyed the story, even though I read this book years ago. He brought new live to it.
2 people found this helpful
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- Janis
- 22-02-2017
I love spending time in Mitford
Where does A Light in the Window rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
My favorite get away from the stress of every day life.
What was one of the most memorable moments of A Light in the Window?
When Timothy and Buck have a heart to heart.
What about John McDonough’s performance did you like?
He has a great voice. He's great with the accents.
If you could rename A Light in the Window, what would you call it?
I wouldn't rename it. It's perfect.
Any additional comments?
Just keep the Mitford series coming.
1 person found this helpful
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