The Ugly Duchess by Eloisa James

Narrated by Susan Duerden Theodora Saxby is a plain-Jane girl everyone – the ton, even her mother – has labeled her “ugly” because she isn’t traditionally curvy and beautiful at her coming out ball. James Ryburn, whose father is the…

Recent Gal Listens – September

We don’t review everything we listen to but we’ll keep you advised of those recent listens that work especially well for us. These may or may not be all time favorites but we have found them to be highly entertaining….

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About That Night by Julie James

Narrated by Karen White Once again, pairing Karen White’s straightforward  narration with Julie James’ sophisticated and amusing dialog is a perfect 10 for me, made even better by hearing it on my new iPhone 5. (OK, I don’t think the…

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The Winter Sea by Susanna Kearsley

Narrated by Rosalyn Landor When I saw that Rosalyn Landor had won an Audie Award in 2012 for Best Female Performance with The Winter Sea, I knew I had to give it a try. I’d love to find reason to add…

FlashReview: Temptation of the Night Jasmine by Lauren Willig

Another great entry in Pink Carnation series. Narration: Justine Eyre is no Kate Reading.

FlashReview: Somebody to Love by Kristan Higgins

Fun romcom set in Maine. Narration: Justine Eyre, Wobbly vocal sound disappoints.

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3 Ways to Score Free Audiobooks

You know that feeling: you have about 10 minutes left on this month’s audiobook and it’s about 10 more days to Audible Credit Day. Your beloved has threatened to cut up your credit card if he sees another audible.com charge….

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Everyday Average Jones by Suzanne Brockmann

Narrated by Maia Guest This is the 4th in the Tall, Dark and Dangerous (aka TDD) series, Brockmann’s first series featuring Navy SEALs. First off, spoiler-ish, it’s the Secret Baby plot. And, the heroine Melody is not only keeping it…

FlashReview: A Beginner’s Guide to Rakes by Suzanne Enoch

Regency Lite, expected bickering and weapons? Narration: Anne Flosnik, good pacing, no humor.