A Sound Among the Trees

A Novel

By: Susan Meissner

Narrated by: Susan Denaker

A house shrouded in time. A line of women with a heritage of loss.

As a young bride, Susannah Page was rumored to be a Civil War spy for the North, a traitor to her Virginian roots. Her great-granddaughter Adelaide, the current matriarch of Holly Oak, doesn’t believe that Susannah’s ghost haunts the antebellum mansion looking for a pardon, but rather the house itself bears a grudge toward its tragic past.

When Marielle Bishop marries into the family and is transplanted from the arid west to her husband’s home, it isn’t long before she is led to believe that the house she just settled into brings misfortune to the women who live there.

With Adelaide’s richly peppered superstitions and deep family roots at stake, Marielle must sort out the truth about Susannah Page and Holly Oak— and make peace with the sacrifices she has made for love.

©2011 Random House Audio (P)2011 Susan Meissner

Critic reviews

“In A Sound Among the Trees, author Meissner transports readers to another time and place to weave her lyrical tale of love, loss, forgiveness, and letting go. Her beautifully drawn characters are flawed yet likable, their courage and resilience echoing in the halls of Holly Oak for generations. A surprising conclusion and startling redemption make this book a page-turner, but the setting—the beautiful old Holly Oak and all of its ghosts—is what will seep into the reader’s bones, making A Sound Among the Trees a book you don’t want to put down.’ (Karen White, New York Times best-selling author of The Beach Trees)

“My eyes welled up more than once! And I thought it especially fitting that, having already shown us the shape of mercy in a previous novel, Susan Meissner is now showing us the many shapes of love. A Sound Among the Trees is a hauntingly lyrical book that will make you believe a house can indeed have a memory…and maybe a heart. A beautiful story of love, loss, and sacrifice, and of the bonds that connect us through time.” (Susanna Kearsley, New York Times best-selling author of The Winter Sea)

Captivating!

I listened to this book in one day. It is very difficult to choose which of this author’s books is her best; but, this is certainly extremely high on the rating list! I found it to have an excellent and exciting story line. The characters were well developed and unique. It was written from the perspective of people who endured day to day life during a very difficult war - inclusive of the theme of not only a country divided, but families as well. Highly recommend this book to fans of historical fiction - or anyone seeking a really enjoyable read!

Pretty good story

Fun to listen to, and flowed nicely. I would recommend it for long drives. Liked.

Excellent!

Unpredictable story line. Refreshing.
I’ve been looking for this type of writing. I’m tired of too simple books with religious undertones.

review of the audible book lastğà

interesting g storey..not one of my favourite Susan Meissner books..different comps entry if story linea

interesting twist

A very good development of characters. I enjoyed the whole story. I will be recommending this book to friends.

Another interesting novel

Loved the times Susannah spoke. Susan Denaker’s voice was perfect for all characters. The Civil War was a horrible time for America.

A Sound Among The Trees

Very good story keeping me entertained and wanting to hear more! The reading of the story was excellent as well! I highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys the Civil War era of historical fiction.

Too good to pass by...!

This novel fits near the top of my favorite books of this year! Set in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Taking place in both the Civil War and the present, it is well-researched novel. Author Susan Meissner tells of lies, deceit, sacrifice, and love during the 1860’s. You will love the mystery and suspense from the beginning. book fits toward the top of my favorite books of this year! Set in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Taking place in both the Civil War and the present, it is well-researched novel. Author Susan Meissner, it tells of lies, deceit, sacrifice, and love during the 1860’s. You will love the mystery, and suspense. Narrator Susan Denaker brings this novel to life. N

Not as compelling as author’s other books

There were some interesting parts, but nothing like the author’s other books, which are very good. Personally, I got very frustrated that the new wife was such a pushover and seemed to let others direct her course after getting married. She didn’t seem to learn much about herself or have any personal revelations. Also, I thought it was odd that Suzanna showed up in the South with a full blown Southern drawl even though she grew up in Maine.

Wonderful

Enjoyed the narrator very much. The story kept me intrigued all the way through. It's simple but still intellectual and exciting. Susan Meissner never disappoints me.