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The Forgotten Garden

By: Kate Morton
Narrated by: Caroline Lee
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A foundling, an old book of dark fairy tales, a secret garden, a maze, an aristocratic family, a love denied, a mystery - The Forgotten Garden is a captivating, atmospheric, and a compulsive listen about the past, ghosts, family, and memories from best-selling author Kate Morton.

Thirty-eight year old Cassandra is lost, alone, and grieving. Her much loved grandmother, Nell, has just died and Cassandra, her life already shaken by a tragic accident 10 years ago, feels like she has lost everything known and dear to her.

But an unexpected and mysterious bequest from Nell turns Cassandra's life upside down and ends up challenging everything she thought she knew about herself and her family. Inheriting a book of dark and intriguing fairytales written by Eliza Makepeace Rutherford - the Victorian authoress who disappeared mysteriously in the early twentieth century - as well as a cliff-top cottage on the other side of the world, Cassandra takes her courage in both hands to follow in the footsteps of Nell, on a quest to find out the truth about their history, their family and their past; little knowing that in the process, she will also discover a new life for herself.

©2008 Kate Morton (P)2008 Bolinda Publishing Genre Fiction Historical Literary Fiction Mystery Fiction Magic Fantasy Multi-generational Family Exciting
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Critic reviews

"This debut page-turner...recounts the crumbling of a prominent British family as seen through the eyes of one of its servants....Morton triumphs with a riveting plot, a touching but tense love story and a haunting ending." ( Publishers Weekly)
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As many others have commented on the work of Caroline Lee, I cannot understand why someone who gives such a sub-standard performance continues to be chosen for some excellent books. A real let down when Kate Morton's work is excellent, gripping and so well written.

Brilliant story, shame about the narrator

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Would you listen to The Forgotten Garden again? Why?

Yes, because it had a nice rythmn to the story. Knowing the ending, a second listen would give more insight to the characters

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Forgotten Garden?

The final chapters. It was a really well crafted reveal.

What about Caroline Lee’s performance did you like?

A very pleasant reading style, with no unpleasant mannerisms

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No, I like to savour a book

Any additional comments?

This was my first Morton book, but I will certainly read more. It was well paced, changing between the modern day and past, without being confusing. The characters were very believable. I also liked all the characters in the book.

An intriguing read

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Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

Yes, I enjoyed this book actually, kept me guessing and wanting to find out answers.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Forgotten Garden?

I loved the descriptions of Cornwall and London from an Aussie perspective.

Which scene did you most enjoy?

I liked when the story concentrated on the past and the terrible experiences the twins suffered thorough

Was The Forgotten Garden worth the listening time?

Yes, I didn't feel like I wasting my time and I was keen to know how it ended

An ok listen, worth a go if in between credits

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Another great story by Kate Morton, brilliantly read by Caroline Lee. As always, the story telling was so clever that I feel close to each character: I will miss them.....always the sign of a great book in my view!

Another great story!

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I thought this book was beautifully written and well narrated. The story grips you from the beginning and you are led down a fair few trails before all the secrets are revealed. I really enjoyed it and will be looking for more from this author.

Wonderful

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