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Armadale

By: Wilkie Collins
Narrated by: Nicholas Boulton, Rachel Atkins, David Rintoul, John Sackville, Lucy Scott
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Two young men linked by a familial murder mystery, a beautiful yet wicked governess who spins a web of deceit, and five individuals named Allan Armadale

Wilkie Collins' follow-up to The Woman in White and No Name is an innovative take on mistaken identity, the nature of evil, and the dark underbelly of Victorian England. The story concerns two distant cousins, both named Allan Armadale, and the impact of a family tragedy, which makes one of them a target of the murderous Lydia Gwilt, a vicious and malevolent charmer determined to get her hands on the Armadale fortune. Will the real Allan Armadale be revealed, and will he survive the plot against his life?

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Public Domain (P)2020 Naxos Audiobooks Classics Cosy Mystery Fiction

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Having read ‘The Woman in White’ and The Moonstone’ I was interested to listen the ‘Armadale’. I certainly was not disappointed. It is a brilliant story, superbly narrated by all voices… I have rarely enjoyed a listen more. I heartily recommend this book to all who enjoy this genre of literature.

Brilliant, gripping story

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I wasn't sure if I would stick with this audio book but I am so pleased that I did!

I found myself willing Lydia to make the change and repent her former course and be happy with Midwinter. It almost happened . I felt sorry for her in the end. She was badly used in her earlier life and exploited to the point where she was driven to exploit and deceive others to survive. Allan Armadale was an ingenuous character but likeable. Midwinter was a tortured soul but totally loyal to his friend. He didn't allow his early experience to blind him completely to the good in others.

Narration was well done. Emotions conveyed in the tone of voice especially by the female narrators.

A Long Listen

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The narration is excellent, dramatic and poignant. The characters are alive and intriguing and the actors really bring this story into the realms of a top radio drama. It was a pleasure to listen to throughout.

This was the longest audio book I had listened too and i would advise patience with some of the earlier chapters in order to reap the reward of this brilliant story

Brilliant Victorian Thriller of the first order!

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I had read this book years ago & found it gripping then, however I’d actually forgotten many of the twists & turns in it. A fantastic story, holding my attention right to the end. Excellent narration which added to the overall experience

Armadale, another fantastic story

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A brilliant book. Read it years ago and have been waiting for an Audible version. Highly recommended.

Loved it!

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So very well written and never knew what was going to happen until the end.

Gripping throughout

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Such exceptional narrators. Wonderfully written & captivating. This meandering tale takes you on a journey experiencing the full depths of human nature , brought to life with such observant detail and description, it instantly invests you in each and every character, so real as if you are a shadow eves dropping into their intertwined lives. A satisfying conclusion to boot.

truly brilliant, enchantingly narrated

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Liked it all- the characters & the convoluted plot. Just love the way he wrote - timeless

Another excellent book from Wilkie Collins

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Setting out with this book is embarking on an extraordinary journey that travels to places unknown and never bores.
a wonderful read and faultless narration.
27 hours of a story that never flags.
Read it....you'll love it.

loved it!

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Another great story from Wilkie Collins. However, there was a sense of deja vu at times as many of the characters and settings are very similar to Collin’s other novels.

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