The Golden Tresses of the Dead by Alan Bradley

The Golden Tresses of the Dead

Flavia’s Fascinating Fall Mystery

Written byAlan Bradley
Narrated byJayne Entwistle
Length8h47m
Release dateJanuary 22, 2019
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.6 (54 ratings)

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AuthorAlan Bradley
NarratorJayne Entwistle
Runtime8h47m
PublishedJanuary 22, 2019
Rating★★★★☆ 4.6 / 5 (54 ratings)
CategoriesMystery, Thriller & Suspense, Mystery, Amateur Sleuths, Cozy, Thriller & Suspense, Historical, Comedy & Humor, Literature & Fiction, Dark Humor
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Dive into the autumn mysteries of Bishop’s Lacey with The Golden Tresses of the Dead, where young chemist Flavia de Luce unravels a chilling case involving dead hair and a wedding cake. Jayne Entwistle brings Flavia’s world to life with her precise and engaging narration, making every drop of rain and leaf fall feel as vivid as the colorful experiments in her lab. This audiobook is perfect for listeners who enjoy sharp, character-driven mysteries laced with scientific intrigue.

Tags: mysterythrillersuspensescienceadolescent sleuth

Why Listen to The Golden Tresses of the Dead?

  • Expert narration by Jayne Entwistle brings every character and scene to life across 8h47m of immersive audio.
  • Bestseller-quality story from Alan Bradley, rated 4.6 stars by 54 listeners.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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Jayne Entwistle’s performance in The Golden Tresses of the Dead is a standout, perfectly capturing Flavia’s youthful curiosity and scientific acumen. Her narration adds depth to each scene, from the idyllic English countryside to the sinister plot twists. The pacing is just right—slowing down during key moments for suspense while speeding up through chemical explanations. However, some listeners might find the detailed descriptions of experiments a bit too technical at times. Overall, it’s an immersive and captivating listen that fans of mystery with a dash of chemistry won’t want to miss.

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