Fifth Avenue, 5 A.M.

Behind the Icon: Audrey Hepburn’s Haunting New York

Written bySam Wasson

Narrated byGrover Gardner

Length5h40m

Release dateJune 26, 2012

GenreArts & Entertainment, Art, Entertainment & Performing Arts

Languageenglish

★★★★★ 4.3 (794 ratings)

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Author	Sam Wasson
Narrator	Grover Gardner
Runtime	5h40m
Published	June 26, 2012
Rating	★★★★★ 4.3 / 5 (794 ratings)
Categories	Arts & Entertainment, Art, Entertainment & Performing Arts, Film & TV, Direction & Production, History & Criticism, Biographies & Memoirs, Entertainment & Celebrities
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Step into the vibrant heart of New York City as dawn breaks, and uncover the real Audrey Hepburn in this engrossing audiobook. Sam Wasson masterfully weaves a tale that peels back the layers of her iconic persona, revealing the artist behind the curtain. Grover Gardner’s narration is both elegant and compelling, mirroring the sophistication of its subject with perfect pacing and tone. This isn’t just an account of one film; it's a journey through 1960s America, where glamour meets grit.

Tags: Audrey Hepburn1960sIconographyAudiobook ReviewNew York City

Why Listen to Fifth Avenue, 5 A.M.?

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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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Grover Gardner’s performance is nothing short of stellar. His measured tones bring a quiet intensity to each character and event, making the listener feel like they are walking down Fifth Avenue in their own time machine. Wasson's writing is meticulous, painting vivid portraits of New York City at dawn, which Gardner brings to life with his evocative reading. However, the narrative can feel overly detailed at times, slowing the pacing just enough that some listeners might find it a bit dense. Despite this minor critique, Fifth Avenue, 5 A.M. remains an essential listen for any fan of Audrey Hepburn or classic Hollywood.

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