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Vera

Written by: Elizabeth Von Armin
Narrated by: Nicki Paull
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Best-selling classic. In print since 1921.

Lucy Entwhistle's beloved father has just died; aged 22 she finds herself alone in the world. Leaning against her garden gate, dazed and unhappy, she is disturbed by the sudden appearance of the perspiring Mr Wemyss. This middle-aged man is also in mourning - for his wife Vera, who has died in mysterious circumstances. Before Lucy can collect herself, Mr Wemyss has taken charge: of the funeral arrangements, of her kind aunt Dot, but most of all of Lucy herself - body and soul.

Elizabeth von Arnim's masterpiece is a forceful study of the power of men in marriage, and the weakness of women when they love.
©2006 Elizabeth Von Arnim (P)2008 Bolinda Publishing
Classics Literary Fiction
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Delightful juxtaposition of Edwardian society and a nasty narcissist

The prelude chapter with background on the author sets the scene for this period piece. “Vera” translates beautifully to an audio book: effective descriptions of setting and characters, and a sense of foreboding that builds without gore or violence.
Nicki Paul has a soothing voice as well as great talent in representing the different classes via accent.
I wish the story were longer so we could learn if the villain got what he deserved.
This book also piqued my interest in reading more by Elizabeth von Armin

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