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Lady Jayne Disappears

By: Joanna Davidson Politano
Narrated by: Justine Eyre
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Publisher's Summary

When Aurelie Harcourt's father dies in debtor's prison, he leaves her just two things: his wealthy family, whom she has never met, and his famous pen name, Nathaniel Droll. Her new family greets her with apathy and even resentment. Only the quiet houseguest, Silas Rotherham, welcomes her company.

When Aurelie decides to complete her father's unfinished serial novel, writing the family into the story as unflattering characters, she must keep her identity as Nathaniel Droll hidden while searching for the truth about her mother's disappearance - and perhaps even her father's death.

Author Joanna Davidson Politano's stunning debut set in Victorian England will delight listeners with its highly original plot, lush setting, vibrant characters, and reluctant romance.

©2017 Joanna Davidson Politano (P)2017 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

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Very enjoyable. Good characterisations with sold themes. Many twist to keep you listening and anticipating. Nice ending.

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A slow burn

I listened to this narrator so it was distracting initially trying to place her. I find her quite methodic which meant you had to concentrate on the story initially to understand the characters and the plot and fight the urge to just get lulled. Each separately are good but I just found it initially tricky to keep it all straight. Once I was drawn in, it was a good plot.

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Intriguing story kept me listening.

I do enjoy a good Gothic romance! The characters were solid and the storyline kept me interested. I wasn't at all put off by the main character's heartfelt prayers, they are fleeting and it didn't feel inappropriate considering the historical setting.

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Original and entertaining story. Clean.

An articulate and intricate original story, superbly crafted.
The narration is flawless and a delight to listen to. This book requires you to concentrate, it's not a story to listen to while doing another task., but well worth the investment.

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Thoughtful narrative and interesting writing style

I found this author because I like the narrator and I had the good idea to search for books that way. I like this author too and I'm glad she's written more books!

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To much religion

DNF this book as it just dragged on and on. This should also be in the religious fiction as it constantly referenced the bible. I can not recommend this title.

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Double agenda

I liked the story until, it was corrupted with religious views, it didn’t add to story, just turned me off.

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A warning would have helped

The story was fine and some good writing but it was totally spoiled by the christian propaganda.

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