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The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book I

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The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book I

By: Maryrose Wood
Narrated by: Katherine Kellgren
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About this listen

The first book in the Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place—the acclaimed and hilarious Victorian mystery series by Maryrose Wood, perfect for fans of Lemony Snicket and Trenton Lee Stewart—has a brand-new look.

Discovered in the forest of Ashton Place, the Incorrigibles are no ordinary children. Luckily, Miss Penelope Lumley is no ordinary governess. A recent graduate of the Swanburne Academy for Poor Bright Females, Penelope embraces the challenge of her new position. Though she is eager to instruct the children in Latin verbs and the proper use of globes, first she must eliminate their canine tendencies.

But mysteries abound at Ashton Place: Who are these three wild creatures? Why does Old Timothy, the coachman, lurk around every corner? Will Penelope be able to civilize the Incorrigibles in time for Lady Constance's holiday ball? And what on earth is a schottische?

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I love that the children were brort up by wolves because they are so cool.
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I love this book so much!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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I thought the was plot original, the narrator fited the story, and the language lovely! I say it would be best for ages 8-14, a splendid family read for a long car journey or a bedtime story, the only problem was the cliffhanger ending other than that, it was perfect

an original plot

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We listened to the audio book on a long car journey and the children were enthralled, and the occasional chortle escaped the adults too!

Enjoyed by the whole family

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I loved the story, very exciting and engaging. I liked the author’s style of prose and thought the narrator did a fantastic job. However, throughout the books there are weird, inconsistent Americanisms which spoil my enjoyment as they really stand out. Victorian children do not eat candy and cinnamon toast would not be a breakfast! They are scattered throughout and pull you out of the story.
Despite this minor criticism, the story is fantastic and I would thoroughly recommend.

Fantastic writing despite Americanisms

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

My eight year old daughter and I were enormously entertained listening to this on a long road trip.

What did you like best about this story?

Funny with an inspiring brave, up-for-everything main child character. Addictive language (which we're still using).

What about Katherine Kellgren’s performance did you like?

Very julie Andrews-esque voice when being narrator (my daughter and I enjoyed this but it irritated my husband). She does fabulous voices for all the characters, especially the wolfishness of the children.

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

Yes.

Any additional comments?

The occasional americanisms (gotten, sidewalk) jarred a little in a story set in a past Britain but this a very minor niggle for a cracking story that was brilliantly performed.

Engaging and funny story for the family

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