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Still Living the Dream in Rural Ireland

Fresh Eggs and Dog Beds, Book 2

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Still Living the Dream in Rural Ireland

By: Nick Albert
Narrated by: Andy Stevenson
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Nick and Lesley's desire for a better life in the countryside was a long-held dream. Unforeseen events and a leap of faith forced that dream into reality, but moving to rural Ireland was only the beginning of their story.

Foreigners in a foreign land, they set about making new friends, learning the culture, and expanding their collection of chickens and unruly dogs. But their dream home was in desperate need of renovation - a mammoth task they attacked with the aid of a DIY manual, dwindling funds, and incompetent enthusiasm.

With defunct diggers, collapsing ladders, and shocking electrics, what could possibly go wrong?

Will their new life live up to expectations, or will the Irish weather, dangerous roads, and a cruel twist of fate turn this dream into a nightmare?

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Having thoroughly enjoyed Book 1, thankfully I didn’t have to wait too long to listen to the sequel. It was lovely to hear how Nick and Lesley’s life panned-out after their move to Ireland. All that DIY! More dogs and chickens. And some very lucky escapes. I won’t give the game away. Listen for yourself. It’s great craic! Bravo! Nick and Andy. Encore.

A "Craicing" Sequel

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A hilarious laugh out loud memoir and beautiful catch with this awesome and inspirational couple and their growing menagerie. thank goodness there's a sequel

Another masterpiece

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Absolutely brilliant I couldn't stop listening, very well written & narrated & can't wait to listen to book no.3

5 stars from me

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This title came my way as a present and it was my first experience with an audiobook. A refreshing change to listening to music on my daily walks since the pandemic deprived me of a daily swim.
I was wary before I started and really thought I would not enjoy listening to an audiobook as I am one of these people who read and absorb at the speed of lightning. In spite of my initial reticence, I must admit Nick's well-written book and Andy's excellent narration made for great listening. Andy's voice is very engaging, the voice changes for each character are spot on and the pace was just right. If other readers haven't tried an audiobook yet, I can definitely recommend Andy's narration of The Fresh Eggs and Dog Beds series. For those who are already fans of audiobooks, then here is another one to enjoy.
Thanks to Nick and Andy for such an enjoyable listen.

My first experience with an audiobook

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I very much enjoyed hearing more of Nick and Lesley’s adventures in their new home in Ireland.
There was so much work to be done, both in and around the house, yet they managed to have a rich and varied life in amongst it all, despite some major personal challenges.
Nick’s vivid and colourful descriptions drew me into his world so that I felt his pain, which moved me to tears, and laughed out loud at the funniest of moments.
They were in a steep learning curve but their love for the culture and people of Ireland comes through, despite the inevitable frustrations.
Another five star memoir, in my opinion.

Another five star memoir

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