A generational journey through time

A tapestry of characters make for an interesting story. Having previously read the book, I thoroughly enjoyed revisiting the story, history and characters and loved the narrator’s interpretation of the characters.

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Good, but would rather read the book!

I love Edward Rutherford, having read The Forest. I think he is a very important writer, however I struggled to listen to this and would prefer to read the book

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Amazing as always

Edward Rutherfurd didn’t disappoint, as always! Fantastic story line, great historical detail, colorful characters. Great narration too, though I did follow the advice of other readers and did 1.25 speed playback. It was great.

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London

I thoroughly enjoyed every minute. It’s an epic saga - but of course it would be. Great narration & entertaining throughout.

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I can’t wait to visit London again

And visit as many of the places mentioned as I can! I have enjoyed every minute of this book, loved all the characters, well almost lol! I was initially daunted by its length but now I’ve listened to it I want more! Awesome loved it!!!

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well worth the time

magnificent work wonderfully told enjoyed every minute- if you have ever been to London it's a walk through history

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Excellent background to a very intriguing City.

Having visited London many times this book gave some colour to the various landmarks. Written at a personal level such as to give a down to earth prospective.

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Fascinating from start to finish

I really enjoyed Rutherford’s historic tale ambling through England’s history.
The narrator had an ideal voice for the book.
It was a pleasant, relaxing audiobook to listen too.

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Wonderful story, beautifully told

I read Sarum a year or two ago and thought I would try London. I am so glad I did. The story of the people and place are so beautifully interwoven. It makes you realise how much don’t know bout our own stories.

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I cried because it ended

I have never been a huge book reader; not since I was a child, but this has ignited within me an insatiable hunger for literature specifically about history.
Rutherford's narrative style - to entertain with fiction whilst to not only educate but enthrall with fact - is the most enriching and inspiring story telling experience I have ever had.
This is is the first of his books that I have read and it is no question that I will purchase every other one.

Andrew Wincott may perhaps seem plain if one is not truly listening to his words, but he is utterly masterful.
He does not squeak, nor does he shout, but he emphasises, pauses and turns vocal corners with precision; painting the perfect film in a reader's head with naught but his voice.
I was most of all incredibly impressed with his range of accents. As the history of London is - so this book has taught me - overwhelmingly rich in it's variety of peoples, so was his ability to represent them all vocally.

I burst into tears when Andrew read that it was the end. I will be listening to this book many times yet.

Thank you. So much.

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