Lord Despair

Historical Romance with Haunting Nightmares

Written bySydney Jane Baily

Narrated byTim Campbell

Length11h05m

Release dateDecember 31, 2019

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance

Languageenglish

★★★★☆ 4.4 (33 ratings)

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Author	Sydney Jane Baily
Narrator	Tim Campbell
Runtime	11h05m
Published	December 31, 2019
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.4 / 5 (33 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance, Historical, Regency, Victorian
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Immerse yourself in the gripping historical fiction of 'Lord Despair,' where love and loss collide under the shadow of war. Sydney Jane Baily’s intricate narrative weaves a tale of Simon Devere, a man torn between reality and his tormented past. Tim Campbell's narration is both poignant and powerful, bringing to life the vivid dreams that haunt our protagonist with such intensity you might find yourself staying awake just to hear more.

Tags: historical romancehaunting nightmaresEnglish war fiction

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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Tim Campbell delivers an extraordinary performance in 'Lord Despair,' with every whisper and scream perfectly calibrated to convey Simon Devere’s emotional turmoil. The pacing is masterful, slowly building tension as Simon grapples with the line between memory and madness. While the story is engaging, it can at times be overly descriptive, which may slow down some listeners. Nonetheless, Baily's vivid imagery and Campbell's heartfelt delivery make for a deeply moving audiobook that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last chapter.

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