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Elegy for Eddie
- A Maisie Dobbs Novel, Book 9
- Narrated by: Orlagh Cassidy
- Length: 10 hrs and 10 mins
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Publisher's Summary
Maisie Dobbs: psychologist, investigator, and "one of the great fictional heroines, equal parts haunted and haunting" (Parade) returns in a chilling adventure, the latest chapter in Jacqueline Winspear's best-selling series.
Early April 1933: To the costermongers of Covent Garden - sellers of fruit and vegetables on the streets of London - Eddie Pettit was a gentle soul with a near-magical gift for working with horses. When Eddie is killed in a violent accident, the grieving costers are deeply skeptical about the cause of his death. Who would want to kill Eddie - and why?
Maisie Dobbs' father, Frankie, had been a costermonger, so she had known the men since childhood. She remembers Eddie fondly and is determined to offer her help. But it soon becomes clear that powerful political and financial forces are equally determined to prevent her from learning the truth behind Eddie's death. Plunging into the investigation, Maisie begins her search for answers on the working-class streets of Lambeth where Eddie had lived and where she had grown up.
The inquiry quickly leads her to a callous press baron; a has-been politician named Winston Churchill, lingering in the hinterlands of power; and, most surprisingly, to Douglas Partridge, the husband of her dearest friend, Priscilla. As Maisie uncovers lies and manipulation on a national scale, she must decide whether to risk it all to see justice done.
The story of a London affected by the march to another war years before the first shot is fired and of an innocent victim caught in the crossfire, Elegy for Eddie is Jacqueline Winspear's most poignant and powerful novel yet.
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- V. J.
- 2023-11-05
A Thoughtful look into a complex time
Ms. Winspear gives us a thoughtful look into the complexities of a 1930’s world,and does not pretty it up with false notions of a simpler time. The development of her main character and glimpses into that character’s search for her own place in that world make this book into something more than a simple cozy mystery.
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- Marlene A.
- 2023-08-07
Story Kept Me Wanting More
Loved it. I found it difficult to pause because I wanted to know what would happen next.
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- Tova McMillan
- 2022-10-04
I love this author. I have read 9 books by her.
Her stories have viable history and are heart warming and protagonist is courageous and intelligent with a heart...
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Overall3 out of 5 stars
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- LK
- 2022-06-22
One of the least appealing of the series
I have completed the entire series by this gifted writer but found this particular issue the least attractive. The ongoing description of the ‘love relationship’ between Maisie and James is wanting. But stick with Ms. Winspear as the tale improves.
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- Beverly Delaney
- 2022-01-19
A little different from the previous books
I enjoyed this book even though it seemed a little slower moving than prior ones. It spent more time on setting the historical context and Maisie and James relationship. A a Canadian, I also appreciate the inclusion of one our major contributors to the war effort. Although it’s not necessary, I believe this is an excellent lead in to what I believe will be the direction as WWII approaches
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- IRYNA
- 2021-11-27
Slow development
A bit boring, so markedly different from the previous boos in these series. Could have just read synopses and skip this book
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- connie
- 2012-04-10
listen saved by last quarter of novel but...
Maise emerged from novel 7 as intelligent, self-aware and on the path to work in the emerging British intelligence community. Book 8 finds a less self aware Maisie fumbling professionally and personally to reach a point of development she supassed earlier on. I found this episode more melodramatic with too much backstory - anyone who loves the character will read earlier novels for all the details. There is less rich historical backdrop than usual and some penny-dreadful dialogue in the first half. Even Cassidy as narrator didn't seem to deliver her best performance.
This is still worth downloading for fans of the series -- but if you are a new listener, start with an earlier, stronger Dobbs.
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- Jeanette Finan
- 2012-03-31
Slightly Flawed
I ended up kind of conflicted about this story after I finished it. On one hand I liked it very much but there were a couple of things that bugged me. One of them was that some of the character's started taking pot shots at Maisie regarding the way she was handling her new found wealth. They were telling her that trying to help some of the people she cared about was putting them under an obligation to her that was not a good thing. Masie would not be where she is if not for this kind of generosity from Maurice, Lady Compton and to some extent Pricilla. I kind of felt like they were trying to keep her in her place as if they were afraid she would move on with her life and leave her working class background behind like this was some kind of a bad thing.
As a result I thought that then Maisie, never very secure about herself anyway, over reactes with what seemed to me with teenage angst (and believe me I have seen enough teen age angst to recognize it when I see it) and started clutching her working class background like a hair shirt she was afraid to take off for fear she wouldn't be normal anymore unless she was itching. As a result poor James ended up in the crossfire. Maisie needs to pull herself together, grow a tougher skin and grow up a little.
But I thought the mystery was good and I could see the basis for some darn good stories in the future. And as ever, Windspeare does a stellar job of nailing the time and place. She obviously is as fascinated with that era as I am.
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- Jean
- 2012-05-27
A time of conflict--look for the deeper message
I found this series when looking for WW1 books. I have been studying WW1 and its affect on society, so I have listen to courses on I-Univ(I-tunes) and the lecture series on Audible and following book recommendation both fiction and non-fiction. I unfortunately started in the middle of this series but have manage to read in both direction to catch up to date with the series. I find this series intriguing as it covers some of WW1 conflict but mostly the aftermath. Maize role of rising above her poor status into the merging middle class and now into the world of wealth and all her personal conflict of this change of responsibilities,was typical of the era. Maize like many women of the time is a working woman and can vote this and other changes in roles of men and women of day caused family and personal conflict. The story takes us to view her roots in the poor section of London as she helps out some old friends solve the the of Eddie. Maize is conflicted as she see the possibilities of another war and the fear and dread of what that means on a society still reeling from the prior war. She is conflicted about what she sees as the manipulation of the press, and certain people in high places preparing for war that brings up her nightmares of what she saw in WW1 as a nurse. I think that this time in history was the most interesting society has faced, we could learn a lot from it. This series offers the reader a great deal of thought if one looks beyond the murder mystery story.
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- Donald
- 2012-04-20
This Maisie Speaks to her followers?
"Elegy for Eddy" gives us a look at a different side of the Maisie character and seems to challenge her readers to think about the world around us. In this installment Maisie is drawn back to her roots by the suspicious death of Eddie. Her investigation reveals that Eddie's death is linked to his half brother, a rather hateful character. Eddie's character is happy in his struggle to make the most of his lot in life while his half brother is miserable, trying to grab all he can get as he bullies others including Eddie who he seems to resent.
Then there is Maisie who finds herself conflicted by her roots and her success. Hard work and sacrifice have brought her success and blessings. She remembers that "to whom much is given, much is expected". She received help to succeed; shouldn't she help others? The trouble is that her efforts to help others is turning around to bite her. Her friends caution her that you can be too helpful and in doing so cause more harm than good.
It makes one consider the different political positions in our country today. One speaks of a hand up while the other offers a hand out. The difference might well be seen in Eddie's character verses his half brothers character. One finds happiness and character in the struggle while the other feels life is unfair and is miserable even with the things he is given.
Winspear adds a third element to the mix, the media. There is a covert effort to influence the thinking of the populous, something not so covert in today's world. This take on "Elegy for Eddie" make me wonder if J.W. is using Maisie to speak wisdom to her followers; a wisdom some may find elusive.
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- James
- 2012-04-12
After a long wait for new Masie didn't even finish
Is there anything you would change about this book?
I am a huge Winspear fan. Her characters are richly developed and her stories usually transport the reader both geographically and psychologically. Masie is by far one of my favorite fictional characters - she is intelligent, intuitive, loving and brave.
But "Elegy" doggedly takes all the characters down paths that they don't seem meant to go. Masie, after a life of bravery and self-confidence is now this woman on a self destructive path motivated by fear of success? What? Where did that come from? Suddenly she is all about punishing herself for her success. Are we really supposed to believe that a woman trained in psychology and meditation can't work through these challenges without becoming so willfully self destructive?
Winspear's choices with Masie reminded me of the cliche male detective that is so damaged by life that they are condemned to a life of solitude because they can't make a good choice to save thier lives. Some people may find that scenario romantic - I'm shocked to see Masie drawn with those lines. I expected so much more and feel like a dear friend has been erased.
I wonder what Winspear was trying to say here.
What do you think your next listen will be?
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Have you listened to any of Orlagh Cassidy’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
Cassidy is a dream narrator.
Was Elegy for Eddie worth the listening time?
No did not finish after multiple tries.
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- Kathleen
- 2017-05-24
Classic Maisie
I love Maisie Dobbs! The storyline continues, and this Maisie case ckncerns a childhood chum who met an untimely end. With her typical fervor, Maisie dives right in to untangle the various social, political, and personal leads in the case. Meanwhile, our Maisie still struggles with her romantic connections, and her uncertainty as to how to behave as a woman of means.
As always, Orlagh Cassidy is superb as the narrator. But, it must always go back to the pen of Jacqueline Winspear, Maisie's creator and voice. Every detail is perfect. If you love Maisie Dobbs, you will love Elegy for Eddie.
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- Fay
- 2012-09-24
Another excellent Maisie Dobbs
Maisie Dobbs is a heroine before her time. Her human kindness and sensitivity play an innate role in her investigative style - along with intuition and knowledge of humanity.
The characters that populate the series along with Maisie are as interesting as she is and continue to grow and develop as she does.
The pace is not a race; the story is in the telling. Not for fans of shoot-em-ups. These are stories that require thought and insight. Sort of lovely. Highly recommended.
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- soliDEOgloria
- 2019-10-21
Ms. Winspear’s Best Maisie Dobbs Yet!
What a wonderful story of tenderness, intrigue, and historical revelation. As the father of a special needs young man, I was repeatedly touched by the author’s deft handling of a subject that is still more taboo than it should be. I was quite shaken by the shivers Great Britain experienced from across the channel with Germany’s relentless rise as perhaps history’s most wicked national machine; esp. as seen in terms of the country’s scale, the global disruption it caused before and after the war’s accepted dates, and the boundless evil What a wonderful story of tenderness, intrigue, and historical revelation. As the father of a special needs young man, I was repeatedly touched by the author’s deft handling of a subject that is still more taboo than it should be. I was quite shaken by the shivers Great Britain experienced from across the channel with Germany’s relentless rise as perhaps history’s most wicked national machine; esp. as seen in terms of it’s scale, the global disruption caused [before and after the war’s accepted dates] and the unmitigated, boundless evil perpetuated in the name of racism and nihilism. What begins as a story about a seemingly unremarkable death, grows in significance in it’s unwinding. I love my Maisie Dobbs!. What begins as a story about a seemingly unremarkable death, grows in significance in it’s unwinding. I love my Maisie Dobbs!
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- Carole T.
- 2012-05-29
Oh Dear, Maisie!
I love this series and so look forward to new additions. This one, however, is not the equal of earlier volumes. Sad to say it seems as though Jacqueline Winspear is treading water and churning out another book without resolving anything or advancing the ongoing story.
The passing of Eddie and Maisie's return to her childhood home set up a promising plot, but I wouldn't recommend this to anyone as a good introduction to Maisie Dobbs. I'm still hoping that the next one will return to form!
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- R. W. DeFord
- 2023-02-02
Another Excellent Treat from Winspear and Cassidy.
I’m hooked on these Maisy Dobson novels. I know there are many, but… I also know I will come to a last one. I think I’ll just start all over again. They are so rich and will reward multiple readings…
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