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  • By: Lesley Pearse
  • Narrated by: Emma Powell
  • Length: 12 hrs and 12 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (461 ratings)
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Summary

Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of Without a Trace.

A compelling story of courage, friendship and love by international number-one best-selling author Lesley Pearse, read by Emma Powell.

Coronation Day, 1953.

In the Somerset village of Sawbridge, young shopkeeper Molly Heywood slips away from the celebrations to her friend's cottage and makes a shocking discovery: Cassie is dead, and her six-year-old daughter, Petal, has vanished without a trace.

In her grief Molly seeks help from her childhood friend, George, now the village policeman, but no one can find Petal. The only clue is a letter from London, where Cassie once lived.

Despite George's reluctance and her growing feelings for him, Molly resolves to go to London in the hope of discovering the missing child.

Arriving in the big city, Molly quickly learns it's a dangerous place for a country girl on her own. But there's hope, too - in the Blitz-ruined East End, she unexpectedly finds friendship with strangers from Cassie's past and, with handsome, mysterious workman Charley, the possibility of something more.

However, the closer Molly gets to the truth, the more perilous her journey becomes. She has given up everything - her home, happiness, and a chance at love - all to find Petal. But is she also risking her life?

From the number-one UK best-selling author Lesley Pearse comes Without a Trace, a gripping story of bravery, secrets and love.

Pearse's novels have sold over 10 million copies worldwide. Her 17 most recent books, including - Forgive Me, The Promise, and Belle have all been huge best sellers. Lesley lives in Devon and has three daughters and three grandchildren.

©2015 Lesley Pearse (P)2015 Penguin Audio

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Good but not her best

The story while absorbing was not her best, and a little predictable at times. One twist though, kept me on my toes!!!!!

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fab.

Not my most favourite lesley Pearse book not the usual. I can't stop listening situation I often find myself in however still enoyable.

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Wonderful

The story kept you alert all the way through sorry when it ended. I always love Leslie Pearce books and have read everyone of them. Keep writing your books Leslie and thanks

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Wonderful story

Lesley Pearse is one of my favourite authors and this does not disappoint. The characters were well developed and mostly likeable.

I was particularly interested to come across a character that was a Church Army Sister as I used to work for Church Army and I think the character of Sister Constance was a fairly accurate representation of Church Army Officers who are some of the nicest people you will ever meet (and I personally know a lot of them).

I really enjoyed this book it kept me hooked from the very beginning.

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well read story

very good story line. I would highly recommend it. Lesley Pearce at her best.

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Very good

Lovely to sit in the garden and just relax and enjoy on a summer evening or may be a relaxing on a Sunday a little different than her other stores

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Ridiculous And unbelievable

What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?

Had the story been a little more realistic and been more of the mystery novel I was expecting rather than a Mills and Boon type story, I would have enjoyed it more.

What will your next listen be?

I'm not sure but I will be a little more cautious when selecting.

How did the narrator detract from the book?

The narrator wasn't that bad, it was really the story that was the problem.

What character would you cut from Without a Trace?

The man in the brothel.

Any additional comments?

I think the description of this book was a little misleading. I also think the author needs a bit of a reality check as I simply couldn't imagine a girl with so little life experience, surviving the various things she did.

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Easy listening

I enjoyed this book. Easy listening and not too long winded as some stories are. I will listen to this author again. Good narration.

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Extremely good read

like all of Leslie Pearce book this is a fantastic story from start to finish. I am a big fan of hers and I have read everyone of hers up to now.

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a sedate start but welll worth it

it was a little sedate to start but once it started moving along it was brilliant. thoroughly enjoyed this narrated book

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