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Human Croquet

By: Kate Atkinson
Narrated by: Susan Jameson
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Once it had been the great forest of Lythe--a vast and impenetrable thicket of green. And here, in the beginning, lived the Fairfaxes, grandly, at Fairfax Manor, visited once by the great Gloriana herself. But over the centuries, the forest had been destroyed, replaced by Streets of Trees. The Fairfaxes have dwindled, too; now they live in Arden, at the end of Hawthorne Close, and are hardly a family at all.

But Isobel Fairfax, who drops into pockets of time and out again, knows about the past. She is 16 and waiting for the return of her mother--the thin, dangerous Eliza, with her scent of nicotine, Arpège, and sex, whose disappearance is part of the mystery that still remains at the heart of the forest.

©1997 Kate Atkinson (P)2014 AudioGo Ltd. Published by Random House Audiobooks Contemporary Fiction Genre Fiction Thought-Provoking

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Really enjoyed the story line. Typical Kate Atkinson style, often going off on a tangent, but the story draws you in, gathering momentum at the end. Great characters and loved the narrator - she really brings the book to life. Definitely recommend

Very Enjoyable

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I liked it all, although, because I listened intermittently, it was an effort to remember who some of the minor characters were.

The intricacies of the plot.

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An absolute joy! The combination of Kate’s writing and Susan’s narration is sublime. Hours of enthralling listening.

Brilliant

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I was engrossed in this book. The wonderful use of language was particularly engaging. Brought all the character and places to life.

Wonderful writing

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As usual, Kate Atkinson manages to create the most wonderful characters and plots. Loved the narration too. Very much recommend!

Loved it

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I loved this. Kate Atkinson's superb story was brought to life by the skilled narrator who got every voice just right.

Brilliant!

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Descriptive language and character development is incredible as is Atkinson's style of writing. The narrator brilliantly encapsulates the essence of the story in her delivery.

How does she do it?

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An Excellent novel full of thoughtful themes. The narration is first class a thoroughly enjoyable experience

Excellent

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I absolutely loved this book - and the narration, too. It's magical, amusing, full of twists and turns, as one would expect from Kate Atkinson. Some might find the story a little fey, perhaps, but I lapped it up and feel bereft now it's over.

Completely magical

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Another gem from KA. An unusual story which tackles many difficult issues which in the early post war years were never spoken of but carried on behind closed doors causing distress and anxiety to many. One of the authors best and most beautifully read/ performed.

Excellent book

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