Good story, good narration.

I read through the reviews and nearly didn't get this audio book. I decided as it was free I'd give it a go. After some of the very critical comments about the author reading her story, I wasn't expecting a beautiful soft Welsh voice. Far better than some of the actors I have listened to in the past. yep I'll be listening to the next in the series. It's not a gripping David Baldacci but it was a very pleasant listen while cleaning the house etc.

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great cosy mystery

the narration is charming and the story is a great cosy mystery, good to see an intelligent female lead. shame about the weight narrative.

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Fab story and Good Narration

I enjoyed the story and liked the understated narration which felt in keeping with the main character.

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Delightful

The narration was spot on for this novel. A typical Welsh accent perfectly painted the image of a totally unglamorous and, as such, realistic protagonist. The story was engaging and should be listened to as the character's retelling of events, rather than as a dramatisation of the story.

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Not sure about this one but will listen to the next

Took time to get engaged, story line a bit chaotic.. could be done better. To say that, I will listen to the second book too. (Wouldn’t pay for it)

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An interesting book read by author

Loved the Welsh Canadian narration and the total engagement of the primary character which I found very real. Thank goodness for non- plastic heroines at last.

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loved it.

Contrary to some other reviewers I found the narrator excellent. As it is written in the first person, the tone of voice and accent works well and reflects the oddness of the protagonist.
I think it has a hint of Sherlock Holmes about it.

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Kept me interested

An interesting protagonist - and enjoyable plot line. Well written and narrated. Kept me interested and looking forward to the next book. Hope there will be more.

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Not a native English speaker here, but still truly disliked the narrator.

The story is quite interesting and engaging, however… spoiler, SPOILER: in my opinion the last chapter “Four Months Later” is totally unnecessary and unfortunately it ruins the book, with a totally improbable twist.
I normally like when the book’s author is also the narrator, because there is more emphasis on characters and events, but in this case it was just a painful listen.
As I said in my title I’m not a native English speaker, and for sure I’m not familiar with the Welsh accent, but the author has a dull voice, sometimes her volume is too low and annoyingly whiny.
I agree with other reviews: this book should be re-recorded with a professional voice actor.
I will not listen to the follow up book.

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Gripping tale with excellent narration

I was completely hooked by the story. I found the style of the narrator a perfect match for the way Cait described what was going on and her approach to it.

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