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The Painted Veil
- Narrated by: Sophie Ward
- Length: 7 hrs and 21 mins
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Summary
The Painted Veil was recently made into a feature film starring Edward Norton and Naomi Watts.
Critic reviews
"An expert craftsman....His style is sharp, quick, subdued, casual."( The New York Times)
" The Painted Veil, with its sadness, its moral tension, its irony and compassion, its building evocations of lust and terror and remorse, is a work of art." ( Spectator)
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- Kirstine
- 07-12-20
Superb, thought-provoking storytelling
This is one of those books that stays in my mind long after I had finished listening. The characters seem so real that the tragedies that unfold left me feeling sad on their behalf. None are flawless which makes it more authentic. The story set in the 1920s reflects the unhappiness and havoc that can ensue when marriage is the only option for a woman, desperate not to be left on the shelf, marries without love. The story makes one think about how people react when they feel betrayed by a loved one and either seek revenge or are forgiving. The emotional pain of marriage breakdown is little different today compared to 100 years ago but the social upheaval is thankfully far less damaging. Although sad it is a wonderfully well-told story beautifully narrated. Highly recommended.
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- barbara
- 22-07-21
A wonderful story
What a lovely story this is and read beautifully by Sophie Ward. The description of the areas described made me feel like I was there and although the story was very sad in places, I was glad that the ending was a happy one for father and daughter. I loved it!
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- Amazon Customer
- 02-02-22
Great book
Such depth to the story and characters. A really enjoyable listen. Narration was good too.
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- Amazon Customer
- 26-05-21
Beautifully, vividly written
A story of themes often found in great writing. compelling, haunting, poignant and finally hopeful. Still feel upset about Walter, though he understood the choice he made.
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- j w
- 11-05-22
beautiful story
I absolutely loved this book, it had me spellbound from the first paragraph. it was read beautifully and I'm sorry it's finished
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- Philip
- 05-07-17
A beautifully read classic...
An evocative classic that opens a unique window into British life in the Far East via the deteriorating relationship between a doctor and his wife. This was my first Somerset Maugham book and I enjoyed it thoroughly. Sophie Ward does a splendid job at narration. Recommended.
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- kathyf1babe
- 22-01-23
Sad but not without hope
I found this really easy to listen to. The scene was set and I could imagine the rooms, costumes and the characters. Would def recommend to others.
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- cam
- 16-05-23
The painted Veil
I loved this book and the narration was excellent. I was wanting more when it came to the end. I can imagine Kitty being so much wiser when she embarked on the next chapter of her life. It stayed with me long after I had finished it.
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- Jane
- 26-02-16
Great listen
I loved this book and Sophie Ward reads it beautifully. I was impatient with the characters at first but grew to sympathise and identify with them and got totally caught up in the tale. Very easy to listen to and I finished it in a few days.
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- SilverSea
- 17-08-21
a beautiful, moral story of immorality
Sad, and thoughtful with beautifully drawn flawed characters. Lovely narration that envelops you. Highly recommended for those who love classical but timeless literature exploring relationships of all kinds. Kitty is still an imperfect, relatable and ultimately sympathetic heroine for our times.
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