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The Return
- Narrated by: Jane Wymark
- Length: 14 hrs and 43 mins
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An atmospheric, vibrant and moving tale of pain and passion at the heart of war-torn Spain, from Victoria Hislop, the million-copy best-selling author of The Island and The Thread.
Beneath the majestic towers of the Alhambra, Granada's cobbled streets resonate with music and secrets. Sonia Cameron knows nothing of the city's shocking past; she is here to dance. But in a quiet café, a chance conversation and an intriguing collection of old photographs draw her into the extraordinary tale of Spain's devastating civil war.
Seventy years earlier, the café is home to the close-knit Ramírez family. In 1936, an army coup led by Franco shatters the country's fragile peace, and in the heart of Granada the family witnesses the worst atrocities of conflict. Divided by politics and tragedy, everyone must take a side, fighting a personal battle as Spain rips itself apart.
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- Diana Stoddart
- 10-03-22
Moving and emotional.
Brilliantly written and I could visualise every scene and feel every emotion with each character's life. I had no idea of the plight of such families during these desperate times.
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- Mrs
- 07-10-17
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This is the second book I have listened to with this narrator unfortunately she does not do her homework on pronunciation of Turkish or Spanish names Ignacio is pronounced Ignathio and not iniathio and Emine is pronounced Eminer not Emeen it sort of spoilt the book for me although I loved the story ........ sorry to be so picky just thought a little bit of research before reading might help !!!
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- Mark Miles
- 20-04-21
Good book
When the book first started I found it a bit confusing. Maybe it was me. However as the book progressed the story turned into a little belter, Have a read im sure that you will enjoy this
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- Ms
- 12-09-13
Another Great book from Victoria Hislop !
I loved this book, even though I found the love story bit just a little bit far fetched. I learned so much about the spanish civil war which I knew little about and found this really interested. Its a tragic love story but still manages to leave you feeling very satisfied. Overall I would say if you like Hislop's books then read this one.
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- Hilary
- 21-07-15
Beautifully written, superbly narrated
If you could sum up The Return in three words, what would they be?
Captivating, enchanting, atmospheric
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This was a really good read and gripping all the way through. Jane Wymark's narration is particularly good and kept me drawn in throughout the story.
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- Amazon Customer
- 12-06-18
Good holiday read
Really enjoyed this book about Grenada during the Spanish Civil war. A good summer read.
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- Annabelle Bonham
- 04-10-23
Impossible to put down!
What an absolutely breathtaking book! As ever Victoria Hislop, wrote something which educates whilst at the same time, absolutely delighting . I simply fell in love with this book… Please never stop writing, Ms Hislop!
Next trip away, will have to be Granada -
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- Polly Pon
- 24-02-15
Interesting
This is not the sort of thing I usually listen to. It was to graphic for me but they it was I assume based on true stories.
The subject was interesting as I knew nothing about the Spanish civil war .
I enjoyed The island by Victoria Hislop more
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- Eunice Grey
- 11-08-19
The Return
This is the fifth Victoria Hislop book that I've read, and have loved everyone of them.
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- Sandra balmer
- 14-01-20
Tough Listen but Well Worth it
This is a tough listen due to the harrowing content relating to the Spanish Civil War so be prepared to want to switch it off but not be able too because the story telling is gripping. Like the mix of History and fiction.
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