Lorna Doone
R.D. Blackmore
Nov 2010 · Naxos AudioBooks · Narrated by Jonathan Keeble
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The Doones are a clan of murdering thieves, and among their victims is John RiddÕs father. The strong, noble Ridd determines to avenge his fatherÕs death; but his plans are complicated when he falls in love with one of the hated familyÊÐ the beautiful Lorna. Lorna is promised against her will to another; and that other will not let her go lightly. Set amid the political turmoils of the late 17th century, Lorna Doone brings West Country history and legends alive with wonderfully imaginative fiction. Brimming with vivid descriptions and cliff-hanging action, it is a true classic of romantic adventure.
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Ngaire Kinnear
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December 28, 2021
Lorna Doone is probably my favourite book, and this is an absolutely beautiful reading of it. For a long time I put off buying the audiobook because it was a high price and (I think) because the preview wasn't long enough to assure me that it was good. But eventually I took the plunge and have not regretted it one bit - worth every penny. Beautiful writing, wonderful characters, richly evoked landscapes, wry and warm observations and a rollicking tale. And this reading does it all full justice. (if anyone has seen a 1+1/2 star rating from me before, that can only have been a finger-slip)
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