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The Didomenico Fragment

By: Amor Towles
Narrated by: John Lithgow
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From the New York Times best-selling author of A Gentleman in Moscow and Rules of Civility comes a stylish and alluring new story about art, money, and a precious family heirloom - brought magically to life by the beloved voice of six-time Emmy-winner John Lithgow.

Like many well-to-do Upper East Siders over the age of 65, esteemed art appraiser Percival Skinner had planned to spend his retirement living off his savings. But a market correction has left him living below his prior means. One day he’s visited by a dapper fixer in search of a famous work by the Renaissance master Giuseppe Didomenico. Skinner knows the work well: The original was owned by his ancestor, and was passed down through his family over the generations. If, as an intermediary, he can coordinate a sale, a small fortune awaits. Problem is, he might not be the only one on the make.

Told with the quixotic energy of a classic Henry James tale and the gleeful absurdity of drawing-room comedy, this playful and effortlessly heartwarming story from one of America’s most gifted writers is a welcome reminder that sometimes what we find is more valuable than what we are looking for.

©2020 Amor Towles (P)2020 Audible Originals, LLC. Genre Fiction Literary Fiction Fiction Funny Witty Heartfelt Feel-Good Short Stories

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This is a thoughtful and excellent story, which is read well, making the author to fit the voic.

Well written and imaginative

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This is beautifully read, a wonderful listen, great story, easy listening, highly recommended listen

Delightful

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The whole shebang is excellent, concept, execution and performance all engaging, exciting and somehow comforting...

Well worth a listen

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I love Amor Towles, and John Lithgow’s voice was perfect for the style of narration that Towles usually goes for.

A wonderful afternoon’s listening.

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Narration fantastic, perfectly dry humour and a satisfying story. I’m searching out more from both author and narrator.

Brilliant short story!

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