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  • By: Maeve Binchy
  • Narrated by: Kate Binchy
  • Length: 18 hrs and 29 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (273 ratings)
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Scarlet Feather

By: Maeve Binchy
Narrated by: Kate Binchy
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Summary

Cathy Scarlet and Tom Feather have decided to create the best catering company in Dublin. They have the perfect premises, heaps of talent, and even a few contacts - but not everyone seems as pleased by the idea of Scarlet Feather as they are. Tom's parents are disappointed that he has turned his back on the family business. 

Cathy's husband buries himself in work, becoming ever more distant, whilst his mother thinks Cathy should stay at home to look after him. And Tom's relationship with his beautiful, ambitious girlfriend becomes fraught as she struggles to realise her dream of becoming a model. As Cathy and Tom strive to maintain their emotional ties amidst catering triumphs and disasters, they are supported - and undermined - by an enchanting cast of classic Binchy characters.

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Cosy escapism by Meave Binchy

Where does Scarlet Feather rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Like slipping into a warm bath, all the comfort of characters you have met before, a storey that touches on difficult times but you know all will be alright in the end

What did you like best about this story?

The book is a comforting book to go to sleep to, with the appearance of old friends. You soon know your way round Binchy's Dublin and the people who live there.

What about Kate Binchy’s performance did you like?

Kate Binchey's performance brings the characters to life and softly lulls you to sleep.

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

The book is warm and cosy only mild drama here.

Any additional comments?

If you need something to lull you to sleep, a book that takes your mind off the troubles of the day, this is a good listen.

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Total enjoyment

I first read this book in my late teens, hearing the story again 35 years later, it took on a whole new perspective having lived through my own life experiences.
Absolutely beautifully read, I can’t wait to listen to more.

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lovely and quite real

loved it. Especially at this climate and uncertainty. I just lost myself in all chapters

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My favourite book

The characters feel so real that I mourn the loss of them when the book ends. I’ve read the book multiple times over the years, this is my first time listening to it and it was as wonderful as I’d hoped.

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Scarlet Feather was an absolute delight!

Yet again I have I have been completely captivated by reading this wonderful Irish saga by the fabulous Maeve Binchy. The characters came to !ife and drew me in, as always when narrated and performed by the lovely Kate Binchy. I am always so sorry to come to the end of Maeve's books and to leave the warm and believable people behind.

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Maeve B at her best.

Great story brilliant narration which brought it all to life. As always the right amount of humour and loveable characters. Didn’t want it to end, I highly recommend this audiobook.

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Perfect!

Everything you want from Maeve Binchy! Warm, comforting story with the family saga in the background.

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Marvellous

A perfect, human story, full of warmth, sense, fun … read perfectly. Wish I could begin it all again now (in ignorance of what happens 😉)

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Great story and storytelling

Marvel is up to her usual standard- always giving us great characters and the narrator is expressive and brings the story to life.

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Sorry but boring

I really must disagree with the positive reviews. Nothing draws you in ..no empathy built for the characters. Mundane and uninteresting. Hope I can get a refund!!

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