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Long Time Coming

By: Robert Goddard
Narrated by: Joe Jameson
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Eldritch Swan is a dead man. Or at least that is what his nephew Stephen has always been told. Until one day Eldritch walks back into his life after 36 years in an Irish prison. He won't reveal any of the details of his incarceration, insisting only that he is innocent of any crime.

His return should be of interest to no-one. But the visit of a solicitor with a mysterious request will take Eldritch and his sceptical nephew from sleepy seaside Paignton to London, where an exhibition of Picasso paintings from the prestigious Brownlow collection proves to be the starting point on a journey that will transport them back to the Second World War and the mystery behind Eldritch's imprisonment.

In 1940, he was personal assistant to a wealthy diamond dealer in Antwerp, whose collection of modern art was the envy of many. The subsequent disappearance of those paintings began a trail of murder and intrigue which was to have a catastrophic effect on Eldritch's life. But untangling the web of murky secrets, family ties and old betrayals that conceals the truth will prove to be a dangerous pursuit for Eldritch and Stephen. Before long, a mysterious enemy is doing everything possible to stop the truth emerging - at whatever cost....

©2010 Robert Goddard (P)2019 Audible, Ltd
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Good, entertaining listening

To be perfectly honest, I bought this audiobook only because it was on sale, and I was almost giving up half-way through the story. I’m glad I didn’t, as the turn of events unfolding in the second half of the story is surprising and very well crafted. I recommend it. I only give the story 4 stars because the relatively low-speed start really tested me.

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Excellent storytelling

Excellent engaging story that is well narrated. One of the most enjoyable books I have listened too.

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A fantastic story with the usual Goddard brilliance

A great story, written with usual Goddard patience that just draws you in. Brilliantly narrated - the Dublin accents were spot on.
If you’re looking for something and your fearful of wasting a credit, this one’s definitely no waste

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Great book, great story

It's always interesting to learn something new. The 'troubles,' in Ireland were something I knew almost nothing about. The intricacies of this book, on this subject, educated me on so many things, and the storyline brought it to life for me. Believable characters, and a very good plot. Brilliantly narrated.

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Wide ranging tale

Leisurely and ranging over decades with interesting twist and turns. Good narration by Joe Jameson

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Interesting read

Different from my usual genre , but nonetheless enjoyable . Quite an unusual story line . Nonetheless interesting , whilst the narrators. Voice came over quite monotone in the actual narrations. His character voices and accents were believable and accurate . So I forgive him his narrative in parts . All in all a good listen .

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Good Goddard

Robert Goddard approaching his best. A winding and twisting tale involving actual and fictional characters. Past Caring is my favourite, and this is reasonably close.

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Another cracking book by Robert Goddard

Another cracking book by Robert Goddard. There is always something very timelessly British in his books. this one doesn't disappoint. brilliantly read as well. Bravo!

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Intricate storyline as always!

Gripping and full of twists and turns sending the listener between 1940 and 1976 to reveal the story. Very compelling , interesting and enjoyable.

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the way the history is wesved through the story

the way thecharatets are believable and brought to live is ga to life was well crafted

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