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Friday's Child

Gossip, scandal and an unforgettable Regency romance

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Brought to you by Penguin.

With an introduction written and read by Katie Fforde.

Hero Wantage is desperate to change her fate.

When the dashing Lord Sherry proposes out of the blue, Hero is overjoyed—she'll escape a life as a governess and, once they wed, he can finally claim his inheritance.

But as Hero attempts to social climb in glamorous London society, Sherry is concerned that her naivety will ruin them both and takes drastic action.

The chaos that follows will push friendships—and hearts—to breaking point.

©1944 Georgette Heyer (P)2021 Penguin Audio Classics Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Regency Regency Romance Romance Funny Witty Feel-Good Heartfelt

Critic reviews

"Absolutely delicious tales of Regency heroes.... Utter, immersive escapism." (Sophie Kinsella)

"Heart-stoppingly gorgeous." (Harriet Evans)

"Georgette Heyer is second to none." (Sunday Times)
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I love this novel, the main characters are engaging, the supporting characters are wonderful funny and sweet, the writing is superb. Sadly, although this narrator, I'm sure, does his best, his diction is poor - gabbling, mispronouncing, and generally swallowing his words - so that if I hadn't known the story inside out I would have had difficulty following the plot in places. Penguin should have hired someone of the caibre of Cornelius Garret or Richard Armitage to read it.

my favourite Heyer

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Good story. Narrator is excellent actor of character voices. Narrative sections somewhat unclear due to casual accent used. Some usual Penguin issues about under-researched pronunciation. Good production apart from that.

Amusing

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This has been one of my favourite books for many years and is still one I enjoy re-reading. Owen Findlay does a superb job of narrating, getting just the right tone of voice for both male and female characters as well as interpreting the style of the period language.
This production truly deserves the 5 star rating. Heartfelt thanks to all involved.

Brilliant story telling

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this is a lovely story that ambles along with a laugh her and there. Easy to pick up and put down without losing the thread.

lovely story

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Owen Findlay perfectly narrates this cracking Heyer classic. His voicing of the different characters is outstanding and adds hugely to the enjoyment of the very entertaining plot.

Great narration of one of Heyer’s best

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