The Light Between Oceans
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The Light Between Oceans
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Narrated by:
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Noah Taylor
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By:
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M L Stedman
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The crying persisted. The door of the ligthhouse clanged in the distance, and Tom's tall frame appeared on the gallery as he scanned the island with the binoculars. 'Izzy!' he yelled, 'a boat!' He vanished and re-emerged at ground level. 'It's a boat all right,' Tom declared. 'And – oh cripes! There's a bloke, but –' The figure was motionless, yet the cries still rang out. He hoisted out a woollen bundle: a woman's soft lavender cardigan wrapped around a tiny, screaming infant.
Tom Sherbourne, released from the horrors of the First World War, is now a lighthouse keeper, cocooned on a remote island with his young wife Izzy, who is content in everything but her failure to have a child.
One April morning, a boat washes ashore carrying a dead man - and a crying baby. Safe from the real world, Tom and Izzy break the rules and follow their hearts.
It is a decision with devastating consequences.
Australian actor NOAH TAYLOR made his name in critically acclaimed films such as The Year My Voice Broke and Shine, and has also appeared in high-profile blockbusters such as the two Lara Croft Tomb Raider films and Tim Burton’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. He recently starred in the accomplished British comedy Submarine.
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Critic reviews
Of course, eventually the truth catches up with them and they discover the story behind the baby coming to them and then they know who the mother is and the impact of her loss on her. But the child now loves them and they her - is it more cruel to give her back or keep her?
This audio book is an excellent story which keeps you gripped. The narrative is at times poetic and lilting, the rendition of the island of the lighthouse is deftly handled so much so that you feel you are there.
My main problem with the story was the narration by Noah Taylor. He reads it with feeling and grace and I think for 75% of the story contributes to the enjoyment of the whole thing, however, at times when the story is at a crucial point he speeds up!! so much so that I would have to replay as I find I cant take in the meaning if the words are coming too fast. This may have been a purely personal thing as others dont seem to have had this problem - and I would still highly recommend this audiobook.
The Light Between the Oceans
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Excellent
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Are they bad people or are they good people who make a bad decision?
I liked this book because it didn’t have a neat plot, containing perfect. Everyone seemed to be dysfunctional, making bad decisions that they justify. It is hard not to sympathise with all the characters affected by the repercussions of the decision, including Tom and Isabel, even though you know that there can’t possibly be a happy ending for everyone.
Bad decisions made by dysfunctional people
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What made the experience of listening to The Light Between Oceans the most enjoyable?
I love stories with a setting by the sea and the idea of isolation - physically and emotionally.What did you like best about this story?
It was an honest and poignant glimpse on the nuances of being human.Which scene did you most enjoy?
I enjoyed it all!If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
Endurance, Love and ConsequencesAny additional comments?
I really loved the setting and the narrator was a perfect choice. I recommend this book.A Truly Original Story
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Is there anything you would change about this book?
I'm afraid I couldn't understand the narrator. His voice has a pleasant tone, but his diction was really poor. Often he spoke so fast I couldn't process it, and some sections were so softly spoken as to be almost completely inaudible.Who was your favorite character and why?
Isobel because she was feisty.What three words best describe Noah Taylor’s performance?
Mumbling, fast, inaudible.Was The Light Between Oceans worth the listening time?
Yes, but with a better narrator - or this one after elocution lessons.Any additional comments?
I don't think I have ever listened to a book with such frustration. The writing seemed strong, but I couldn't hear a lot of it!Spoilt by narrator
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