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A Slave of the Shadows
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- Narrated by: Reagan Boggs
- Length: 9 hrs and 23 mins
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Publisher's summary
In 1850 Charleston, South Carolina, brutality and cruelty simmer just under the genteel surface of Southern society. In an era where ladies are considered mere property, beautiful and headstrong Willow Hendricks' father has filled her life with turmoil, secrets, and lies.
Her father rules her life until she finds a kindred spirit in spunky, outspoken Whitney Barry, a northerner from Boston. Together these Charleston belles are driven to take control of their own lives - and they are plunged into fear and chaos in their quest to fight for the rights of slaves. Against all odds, these feisty women fight to secure freedom and equality for those made powerless and persecuted by a supposedly superior race.
Only when they've lost it all do they find a new beginning.
Book 1 presents Willow and Whitney - and the listener - with the hardships the slaves endure at the hands of their white masters.
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An epic novel exposing the ugliness of war and the beauty of hope. The city of Kiev was bombed in Hitler's blitzkrieg across the Soviet Union, but the constant siege was only the beginning for her citizens. In this sweeping historical saga, Kelli Stuart takes the listener on a captivating journey into the little-known history of Ukraine's tragedies through the eyes of four compelling characters who experience the same story from different perspectives.
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Outstanding narrator of a compelling story.
- By DB on 05-07-18
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Lily and the Major
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Lily Chalmers wanted only two things from life: a farm of her own, and to find the sisters she hadn't seen since they were all little girls heading west on the orphan train. She certainly had no desire for a husband.
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Had to give up on this one
- By Shooting Star on 05-26-20
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Willow
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- Narrated by: Lori Gardner
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In 1883, the railroad had only recently come to Montana Territory, and outlaws still lurked in the hills. Willow Gallagher, who spent her early childhood in an outlaw camp until her father finally found her, is torn by divided loyalties. Newly married to handsome railroad baron Gideon Marshall, she finds fiery passion in Gideon's embrace until she discovers he is on a mission...a mission to capture Willow's outlaw brother, Steven. Now Willow must choose - betray her brother, or risk the love she has found with Gideon, the love she has dreamed of all her life, to save Steven.
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Wilkow
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To Taste the Wine
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Chelsea Myles earns her living as an actress with her uncle's theater troupe, performing cheap plays on the streets of London and picking the customers' pockets. Until one night, a robbery goes awry and Chelsea is left holding a purse with enough gold to buy her passage to Australia, and the chance of a fresh start. Once on board the vessel, Chelsea is intrigued by a fellow passenger, Quaid Tanner, who is returning to his vineyard in Australia. As much as Quaid admires the feisty, courageous Chelsea, circumstances seem destined to keep them apart.
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Great story but too detailed in sex scenes for me
- By Private on 09-23-15
By: Fern Michaels
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Comanche Moon
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New York Times best-selling author Catherine Anderson pens riveting historical romances. Loretta Simpson lost her parents to a daring Comanche raid seven years ago - and now she lives as a mute with her extended family. Meanwhile, Comanche Hunter of the Wolf sees her as the embodiment of an ancient prophesy and chooses her for marriage. Still fearful of his tribe, Loretta soon finds her will bending, even as conflict between their two peoples intensifies.
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Couldn't Finish It
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Born of Persuasion
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The year is 1838, and seventeen-year-old Julia Elliston's position has never been more fragile. Orphaned and unmarried in a time when women are legal property of their fathers, husbands, and guardians, she finds herself at the mercy of an anonymous guardian who plans to establish her as a servant in far-off Scotland. With two months to devise a better plan, Julia's first choice - to marry her childhood sweetheart - is denied. Then, a titled dowager offers to introduce Julia into society, opening a realm of possibilities.
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Debut Book in Series
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Just Imagine
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The War Between the States may be over for the rest of the country, but not for Kit Weston. Disguised as a boy, she's come to New York City to kill Baron Cain, the man who stands between her and Risen Glory, the South Carolina home she loves. But unknown to Kit, the Yankee war hero is more than her bitterest enemy - he's also her guardian. And he'll be a lot harder to kill than she's figured on....
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Gone with the wind light
- By "kvbrett" on 06-02-24
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Tying the Scot
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At age 11, Alex Sinclair pledges an oath to the Duke of Chatham promising to serve and protect his illegitimate daughter, Lucy FitzHarris. Nine years later, the duke unexpectedly takes Alex up on his vow, offering the future Laird of Balforss his daughter's hand in marriage. Now a man, hotheaded Alex has difficulty convincing Lucy - who would rather starve to death than marry a vulgar Scot - to go through with the arranged marriage.
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I RARELY Give More Then 4 Stars🎇🎇🎇🎇🎇
- By T.D.Willis on 08-27-20
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The Shipbuilder’s Wife
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The day of her parents’ garden party dawns bright as Lydia Prescott eagerly anticipates a marriage proposal from a handsome and wealthy plantation owner. The lovely debutante plans to steal a moment away with her beau, but her plans go terribly awry. Instead of her intended, she is joined by a stranger - the largest man she’s ever laid eyes on. And it is clear Jacob Steele is there for reasons far more sober than the party. With British raids erupting all around them, it is his job to reassure plantation owners of their safety.
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Not my favorite
- By MelMom on 01-11-19
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No Safe Harbor
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Cara Hamilton had thought her brother to be dead. Now, clutching his letter, she leaves Ireland for America, desperate to find him. Her search leads her to a houseful of curious strangers, and one man who claims to be a friend - Rourke Walsh. Despite her brother’s warning, Cara trusts Rourke, revealing her purpose in coming to New York. She’s then thrust into a world of subterfuge, veiled threats, and attempted murder, including political revolutionaries from the homeland out for revenge.
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Historical Romance 1897 New York
- By Debbie on 06-01-15
By: Elizabeth Ludwig
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- Hailey Bailey
- 09-16-20
Couldn't stop listening (spoiler alert)
This book was an honest and relatable account of a fictional character who mirrors the emotions and notions of pre-civil-war abolitionists. It may not be wholly historically accurate, but the spirit of a woman who, at the time, would have had no rights to an opinion of her own aside from which sandwiches she would like with her tea is refreshing. The narrator did a wonderful job of keeping the listener engaged and tuned in for more. There were some predictable moments (to anyone who is keen to pick up foreshadowing) and the "big reveal" at the end of the book was a bit lost on me, as I had surmised the outcome by about 1/4 of the way through the book. Overall, the story was heartwarming, even though some parts were mildly irritating (for example: Rita and James's roles in the endeavors of Mr. Hendricks, or lack thereof, was disappointing). I cannot elaborate more on my opinion of that matter without completely giving the book away, so we'll just leave it at that.
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- Rachelle Cook-Snowden
- 04-15-21
excellent read
The story the set up was very nice. excellent read. a must read and nice purchase.
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- Carmen Lang
- 01-28-20
good research shines through every time
so many good things to say about this book her research definitely shows. I attempted to to read the book Water dancer before this one and could not finish that book because of all the errors and fractured characters. This book I feel is much better written, better research, has foreshadowing and keeps you on the edge of your seat the entire time of reading. not to mention it outlines the woman's struggle during this time period as well which few books do I personally I feel this book should have been awarded the Oprah book club book this is a jewel for sure
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- Misty Jennings
- 06-07-19
interesting story
I loved this story. It was interesting and I learned a lot from it. The part I like most about it was the compation they girls had. I could see myself being like that if I lived back then. Also the narrator was amazing. she used so muched emotion and did all the different voices so well. I think I'll be disappointed losten8to books in the future after listening to her.
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- Donna D Sabsook
- 12-11-19
Wonderful
Beautifully written. I can’t wait to see the movie version. Book 2 should be a great listen as well.
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- Maia Love
- 05-25-20
Great read
I was taken though so many emotions listening to the story. Must read story again
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- Rebecca
- 01-30-19
Love this story
No struggles to read. Very vivid. The author ability to characterize the aspects, made this hard to walk away from.
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- RONALD
- 03-01-20
This was a very good read
This kept me interested all the way to the end. I recommend anyone to read listen.
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- VMA
- 07-29-19
Excellent story & narration
Both story and narration were excellent! I would recommend it as a noteworthy read or listen!
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- Deon Snider
- 07-27-21
Awesome story!! Narrator is riveting!
This book is so excellently written and keeps your attention all the way through to the end! It is also masterfully narrated and poignant in delivery! It is well worth your time to read or listen!
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