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Out of Practice
- The Larkford Series, Book 1
- Narrated by: Anna Bentinck
- Series: The Larkford Series, Book 1
- Length: 16 hrs and 26 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
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Summary
Out of Practice is based around a large country medical practice, which proves to be a hotbed of rivalry, resentment and romance - and that's just the doctors. Think James Herriot meets House.
Meet married mum of two and successful GP Holly Graham as she relocates her family to join the team at The Practice at Beckerford, hoping to find the peaceful life she craves, despite the chaos that comes with her two-year-old twins and the troublesome state of her marriage. It will certainly be a challenge to keep her private and professional lives separate in such a tight-knit community.
Her colleagues have their own issues to contend with. The gorgeous Dr. Dan Carter is struggling to focus on work, and the last thing he needs is any more stress; having his ambitious ex-girlfriend, Dr. Julia Channing, working alongside him isn't really helping. Thankfully the rather delectable Dr. Taffy Jones is on hand to distract Holly from the escalating situation at home.
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- L Hayes
- 04-04-17
A Truly Enjoyable Read
A very well written novel performed by a fantastic Narrator. I love, love, loved it. I'm only sorry I've finished it!!
Congratulations to Penny Parkes for writing such a witty and entertaining book. It goes to prove everyone lives with a skeleton in their cupboard.
15 people found this helpful
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- MRS JANE CRUMPTON
- 14-07-17
Great narration
Easy listening , entertaining and the narrator really brought the characters to life , very clever indeed
12 people found this helpful
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- joanne
- 04-04-17
Good story
This book had a good but predictable story line. The reading was done nicely and she gave a voice to all the characters, some good some not so good! Didn't like the swearing in it but that's just personal preference. Would get another one of the authors books to try. Hope this helps 😎
22 people found this helpful
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- Karen
- 11-07-17
Loved it
Super story for easy listening and very heart warming. Well written and nicely narrated. Definitely will listen to more from this author
10 people found this helpful
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- Denise Smith
- 27-05-17
Great Listen While Travelling Alone
What made the experience of listening to Out of Practice the most enjoyable?
I took this audio book on holiday where I knew I would have time to kill in airports and train stations etc. It was a light hearted romantic story that was easy on the ears and filled in the time that would have otherwise been a bit boring as I was travelling on my own.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Out of Practice?
The river swim event.
Which scene did you most enjoy?
Taffy revealing his feelings.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
The moment when she realised what her future could hold.
Any additional comments?
Might look out for more by same author for future travels.
8 people found this helpful
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- Clare
- 23-07-17
LOVED IT
A real insight to life and loves in today's world. Don't judge a book it's cover. certainly the charectets were brilliant. Highly Recommended
14 people found this helpful
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- Ceri
- 11-07-17
didn't want it to end
loved it wanted more ! narator was superb and story was fantastic. The way it was read had me hooked from word go and made me desperate to hear more when I got out the car
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- Denise Dodd
- 05-06-17
Nice light enjoyable book
Really enjoyed this book easy to listen to while crafting, nice story line easy to follow. Anna Bentinck narrated the book in nice tones with good voice for characters.
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- Anonymous User
- 05-06-17
Very enjoyable
Can't wait for the next in the series!! Great characters, nice amount of humour, excellent narration!
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- adele
- 24-05-17
An easy read
This was a pleasant book to listen to and well read by Anna Bentinck. It wasn't challenging but there was plenty of content and the characters were quite well drawn and sympathetic.
6 people found this helpful