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Long Time Coming

By: Robert Goddard
Narrated by: Joe Jameson
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Eldritch Swan is a dead man. Or at least that is what his nephew Stephen has always been told. Until one day Eldritch walks back into his life after 36 years in an Irish prison. He won't reveal any of the details of his incarceration, insisting only that he is innocent of any crime.

His return should be of interest to no-one. But the visit of a solicitor with a mysterious request will take Eldritch and his sceptical nephew from sleepy seaside Paignton to London, where an exhibition of Picasso paintings from the prestigious Brownlow collection proves to be the starting point on a journey that will transport them back to the Second World War and the mystery behind Eldritch's imprisonment.

In 1940, he was personal assistant to a wealthy diamond dealer in Antwerp, whose collection of modern art was the envy of many. The subsequent disappearance of those paintings began a trail of murder and intrigue which was to have a catastrophic effect on Eldritch's life. But untangling the web of murky secrets, family ties and old betrayals that conceals the truth will prove to be a dangerous pursuit for Eldritch and Stephen. Before long, a mysterious enemy is doing everything possible to stop the truth emerging - at whatever cost....

©2010 Robert Goddard (P)2019 Audible, Ltd Crime Fiction Mystery Crime Fiction Exciting Suspense

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To be perfectly honest, I bought this audiobook only because it was on sale, and I was almost giving up half-way through the story. I’m glad I didn’t, as the turn of events unfolding in the second half of the story is surprising and very well crafted. I recommend it. I only give the story 4 stars because the relatively low-speed start really tested me.

Good, entertaining listening

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One of RG's better stories brilliantly performed by Joe Jameson. What a range of voices!
His pronunciation of cigarette and Isolde grated on my ear, but overall an enjoyable and entertaining listen.
Robert Goddard at his best.

Goddard on top form

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Robert Godard’s books never fail to draw the reader in to elaborate plot lines that take the reader on a journey across the years and across political landscapes - this book is no exception and is well worth diving into. The narrator is also worth a mention as he did an excellent job with the various accents, ages and genders of the characters.

Classic Robert Goddard

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Well woven and narrated piece of brilliance. Swapping between 1940 and 1976, it gives a good background to Anglo-Irish history.

One of the best books on Audible

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I “discovered” Robert Goddard through Audible and now I am a fan. This book is enthralling. I really cared about the characters and the story had my heart racing more than once. I personally love time shift novels and this one is now among my favourites. Great narration by Joe Jameson.

Enthralling!

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