The Wind Off the Small Isles

Susie Riddell brings ‘The Wind Off the Small Isles’ to life with a performance that is both vivid and nuanced. Her portrayal of young Elizabeth is particularly captivating—her voice captures the innocence and determination of Stewart's protagonist with such clarity it’s as if you're right beside her. The story itself, set on the remote Scottish islands in 1879, is a study in the complexities of love and loss. While some may find the pacing slightly slow at times, Riddell’s masterful delivery ensures that listeners will remain engaged until the very end. It's clear she has poured her heart into this narration, making for an audiobook experience that feels as much like a discovery as it does a re-discovery.