The Drowned Village

Village Secrets Resurface After WWII

Written byNorma Curtis

Narrated byJosh Wichard

Length7h20m

Release dateFebruary 21, 2022

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, War & Military

Languageenglish

★★★★★ 5.0 (4 ratings)

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Author	Norma Curtis
Narrator	Josh Wichard
Runtime	7h20m
Published	February 21, 2022
Rating	★★★★★ 5.0 / 5 (4 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, War & Military, Historical Fiction, 20th Century, World War II & Holocaust, Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, Thriller & Suspense, Military, Romance
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

About This Audiobook

Dive into the haunting tale of Capel Celyn, where the echoes of World War II reverberate through the lives of its residents. Norma Curtis masterfully crafts a narrative that blends personal tragedy with political upheaval in post-war Britain. Josh Wichard’s narration is both poignant and powerful, capturing the subtle shifts in emotion and delivering a gripping auditory experience.

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Expert narration by Josh Wichard brings every character and scene to life across 7h20m of immersive audio.
Bestseller-quality story from Norma Curtis, rated 5.0 stars by 4 listeners.
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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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Josh Wichard's performance truly elevates The Drowned Village. His nuanced delivery captures the raw emotions of the characters, making each moment feel vividly real. The story unfolds with a steady pace that keeps you engaged from start to finish. Curtis’s writing is sharp and evocative; she masterfully weaves together historical context and intimate personal stories to create a deeply moving narrative. One minor critique is that some dialogue feels slightly forced at times, but this does not detract significantly from the overall impact. A must-listen for fans of literary fiction and war narratives.

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