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Blue Dahlia
- In the Garden, Book 1
- Narrated by: Susie Breck
- Series: In the Garden, Book 1
- Length: 10 hrs and 46 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Romance, Contemporary
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- anna
- 26-02-17
Over and over
If you could sum up Blue Dahlia in three words, what would they be?
Ive read the whole series and now ive listened to them and i will again.
Any additional comments?
The whole series is worth a read. One that you will reach for again
1 person found this helpful
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- Jackie Aitken
- 13-07-21
riveting
entertaining and suspenseful from start to finish. A lovely romantic storyline, typical of Nora Roberts
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- Áine OB
- 03-04-21
Magical
This is the first book I ever read by Nora Roberts, I can't remember but it was many years ago. I've had a recent urge to reread some of the books that I loved to see how they've stood up to the test of time. Some have stood the test of time others have failed miserably! I was surprised which ones that failed as some are were and still are popular. But I digress. I loved this book first time round and loved it even more the second time. I've reread an number of Nora Robert's books and series a number of times such as the Cousins O'Dwyers, the Guardians and a few of the standalones especially Come Sundown which I've reread three times now!
Although Nora Roberts' books are listed as Romance they are must more layered and complex than that. This book is foremost a ghost story and a chilling one at that. The romance is a strong theme in the book but it is equaled by family, friendship and at times humour. It centers on a young widow who wants to return to her birth place to be closer to her family and restart her career as a (garden) nursery manager. As part of the terms of her employment she is asked to move into a wing of the big old southern house that the owner lives in which is hunted by the 'Harper Bride' being a sensible person she believes that it is just a story to add local flavour. Needless to say she is proved wrong. The romance side isn't a straight forward girl meets guy kinda thing or a love/lust at first sight either. In fact they don't particularly like each other initially and both bring baggage along. The only slight niggle is that it does progress a bit fast but I think this due to the fact that it's a secondary story line. That's all I'll say in case I give anything away!
If you're a fan of Nora Roberts and haven't read this one, get it, don't hesitate. If you have never read a Nora Roberts then this is a great first book to start.
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- Diandra Huffman
- 31-12-14
mmmm...not a big Susie Breck fan
I love Nora Roberts. she's my all time favorite author! this story was, of course, perfect. I love how Nora writes for women who are yearning to discover themselves. I can't wait to finish this trilogy.
Susie Breck on the other hand.... not a fan. she did a great job, but her voice is so generic and almost fake. I enjoy narrators that have a flow and read the book like they are telling a story about something that happened with them that day. Brecks reads a book, and it is almost annoying. her accents are annoying to listen to sometimes especially when it came to her characterization of male characters and young characters.
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- Agnes
- 03-04-14
Story great, reader has never been south
Would you listen to Blue Dahlia again? Why?
No. The narrator was simply awful, with her totally inaccurate and annoying southern accents. Ugh!
What didn’t you like about Susie Breck’s performance?
As above, her accents are awful and quite distracting.
12 people found this helpful
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- bluebelle
- 31-10-12
Wonderful!
Would you consider the audio edition of Blue Dahlia to be better than the print version?
I've never read the printed version of Blue Dahlia. I did however love the audio version!
Who was your favorite character and why?
I liked Luke and the children. Luke is charming and has his own style.
What about Susie Breck’s performance did you like?
She was fabulous! I thought she did a brilliant job with the different characters voices.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
I listened to this book every chance I got for 2 days. Its Halloween and this book was a wonderful way to get into the spirit!
Any additional comments?
Loved it! I can't wait to listen to the next ones in the series. Usually Nora Roberts can be a little tame in the sex scenes but this book has some detail but not enough to be offensive. Wonderful!
22 people found this helpful
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- Cam
- 21-06-13
entertaining but doesn't captivate
Any additional comments?
The male character is easily seduced with minimal encouragement and the love is found in an astoundingly quick time. I like the ghost in the story. Perhaps the most complicated character in the book. :)
9 people found this helpful
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- CatBookMom
- 09-06-11
Great Story, Excellent Narrator
This series is one of my favorites from Nora Roberts, and Susie Breck makes listening a major treat! Within the range of western Tennessee accents, she gives each character a distinctly different voice, and even the laughs and giggles stay true to the age and voice of the characters.
17 people found this helpful
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- Julie
- 30-03-09
Totally enjoyable
It has been so lovely listening to this story. So much so I am downloading the second in this trilogy. Well spoken, lovely characters. Hope you enjoy it too.
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- Heidi
- 17-01-09
I want to grow a garden
It grips you from the get go and gets you into the lives of the characters.
The Harper bride is a bit scary but you do get to feel for her and want to assist the characters to find her past!
good read, good listen - always the best.
Thank you Nora!
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- D Blouin
- 16-07-09
Excellent!
This is a wonderful series! A great romance with the underlying story of the Harper Bride. One of Nora Roberts best series.......
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- Robyn Haines
- 14-12-14
Hate the Narrator
What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?
A different narrator, she speaks so fast that you cannot absorb what is being said.
What didn’t you like about Susie Breck’s performance?
Everything!!!!!!!!
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- Emily
- 25-02-16
It you're not good at faking an accent...don't try
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?
I would recommend the book...just not the audio book
Would you be willing to try another book from Nora Roberts? Why or why not?
I love NR, but the narator made this book hard to listen to. Unfortunately I was stuck at an airport for 8 hours...
Would you be willing to try another one of Susie Breck’s performances?
No, oh god please never again!
Was Blue Dahlia worth the listening time?
Nope, my ears are still bruised from all of the bad, fake southern accents and creepy childrens voices...
3 people found this helpful