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The Empire
- The Empire, Book 1
- Narrated by: Michael Ball
- Length: 11 hrs and 3 mins
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Summary
Welcome to The Empire theatre
1922. When Jack Treadwell arrives at The Empire, in the middle of a rehearsal, he is instantly mesmerised. But amid the glitz and glamour, he soon learns that the true magic of the theatre lies in its cast of characters—both on stage and behind the scenes.
There's stunning starlet Stella Stanmore and Hollywood heartthrob Lancelot Drake; and Ruby Rowntree keeps the music playing, while Lady Lillian Lassiter, theatre owner and former showgirl, is determined to take on a bigger role. And then there's cool, competent Grace Hawkins, without whom the show would never go on...could she be the leading lady Jack is looking for?
When long-held rivalries threaten The Empire's future, tensions rise along with the curtain. There is treachery at the heart of the theatre and a shocking secret waiting in the wings. Can Jack discover the truth before it's too late, and the theatre he loves goes dark?
Musical theatre legend Michael Ball brings his trademark warmth, wit and glamour to this, his debut novel.
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- Amazon Customer
- 24-02-23
brilliant listen
was not sure what to expect but really good story if a little predictable in places and wonderful narration by Michael. really enjoyed this and look forward to the next installment.
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- mrs
- 16-07-23
Loved this book
Michael is fabulous at bringing the characters to life! His accents are brilliant and made it easy for the listener to discern each character, a jolly good read!
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- CES
- 24-10-22
The first book that I have really enjoyed!
As someone who has not enjoyed reading since being a young child, I decided to listen to this book on Audible. I have enjoyed it so much that I haven't wanted to stop liatening. The plot was exciting & Michael, the perfect narrator. I look forward to sequel & would love to see 'Riviera Nights' performed on stage with Michael cast as Bill (or even Stella 😉), Alfie Boe as Lance, Bradley Jaden as Jack & Cassidy Janson as Grace. Thank you Michael for renewing my interest in fictional stories xx
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- Mary Eastman
- 02-01-23
Loved it
Thank you I LOVED it and can’t wait for the next one. Bonus that it was read by Michael 😀
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- Gabby
- 06-03-23
A really good read
I really enjoyed this first book by Michael Ball. He had a real nack of inviting you into his story with brilliant rounded characters and not wasting time with 'infills'!
His narration was just outstanding and brought so much to the story. I really think a narrator can ruin the best of stories and have often been put off by a narrator who is too 'over the top'.
I am hoping Michael has another story in the making and will look forward to it with much anticipation. Well done Michael, it is a great book.
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- Lynny
- 01-01-23
Wonderful
I loved. This book, the characters, storyline, compassion and the spirit of family within the theatre company. Look forward to a sequel
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- Sam
- 19-11-22
Michael Ball debut
loved it. Michael reads it brilliant
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bloody fabulous
hoping for more great stories from him.
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- DMATCH
- 22-10-22
AMAZING
this is not my usual type of story but being a hugh fan of Michael Ball I had to give it s go. WOW what a book , read fantasticly loved every second if it. can't wait for the next one. loved it. xx
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- Y E HAYDON
- 29-01-23
The first of many
I bought bought audiobook because it was written by Michael . It soon had me there at the Empire and avidly listening to the story. I loved it and hope there will more to come . The narrator was brilliant which is no surprise❤️
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- Anonymous User
- 28-02-23
brilliant listen
Good story well written brilliant plot. Fingers crossed there's going to be another one. We all need a little bit of escapism the Empire provides this, if you love going to the theatre like I do musicals being my favourite this is the book for you. I love the fact Michael reads it himself.
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