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Fool's Gold
- Narrated by: Scarlett Mack
- Length: 10 hrs and 40 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Romance, Historical
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- Sally
- 30-04-16
A lively tale full of fun and romance Dont miss it
What did you like most about Fool's Gold?
The characters are a lot of fun - the plot full of interest and twists and turns. This is beautifully read. Zana Bell writes great books and this is a goodie.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Fool's Gold?
The dinner scene where the lady and the poor boy switch roles.
What about Scarlett Mack’s performance did you like?
The lilting Irish voice for Quinn - what a lovable character.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Absolutely. And I have come back to it and re-listened to it.
Any additional comments?
It isn't just the main characters that are so likeable, the other characters are very well drawn to. The imagery is vivid - listening to it was almost like watching a movie. One of those books that leave you feeling satisfied and better for having read it.
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- Linda
- 24-06-15
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Scarlett Mack is an excellent narrator. A very versatile range of voices and accents. Each character is clearly recognisable when she narrates a story.
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- The Arty Crafter
- 08-04-18
I love this book
This book has become a favourite and I have listened to it more than once. The story is engaging and the characters believable. The performance is particularly good with the reader’s voice and ability to do accents perfect for the story.