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  • Kissed a Sad Goodbye

  • A Duncan Kincaid / Jemma James Novel
  • Written by: Deborah Crombie
  • Narrated by: Jenny Sterlin
  • Length: 14 hrs and 25 mins
  • 4.3 out of 5 stars (27 ratings)

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Kissed a Sad Goodbye

Written by: Deborah Crombie
Narrated by: Jenny Sterlin
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Publisher's Summary

Reminiscent of Ruth Rendell, multiple award-winning author Deborah Crombie creates graceful mysteries, resonating with lyrical prose, elegant suspense, and finely-drawn characters. This is her darkly irresistible tale of friendship shattered by shocking betrayal, and repercussions that echo down through the years.

A stunningly beautiful young woman is found strangled in London's Mudchute Park, her clothing carefully arranged to preserve her modesty. With that unusual detail in mind, Detective Superintendent Duncan Kincaid and his partner Sergeant Gemma James suspect the crime was more than a simple assault gone awry. As they collect the strange facts surrounding her death, they discover the victim's life was a mystery even to those who knew her best.

Internationally-acclaimed author Deborah Crombie brilliantly weaves together events of World War II England with complex problems of present-day London. As British actor Jenny Sterlin's superb dramatization unfolds, you'll understand why this crime novel is as at home on the bookshelf with literary novels as it is with the most baffling whodunit.

©1999 Deborah Crombie (P)1999 Recorded Books, LLC
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What the critics say

"This complex, thoughtful novel is another satisfying entry in an exceptional series." ( Publishers Weekly)

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What's with the haptic sounds?

Well written and a great addition to the series. Really enjoyed how the story linked to WWII past events. Nicely performed but there were aggravating clicks/haptic sounds throughout. I almost gave up because of this.

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The story, was so moving.

I found this story was so moving it brought me to tears. Running from the second world war to present was inspiring and I will recommend to others.

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History in our lives

The author does a masterful job of weaving history through the story, as well as through and around the lives of several characters. Past, present, and future ... and how they affect us, each in turn.

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