The Gilded Hour

Name: The Gilded Hour
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.4 (38 reviews)
Author: Sara Donati

Historical Epic Meets Gritty Mystery

Written bySara Donati

Narrated byCassandra Campbell

Length31h33m

Release dateSeptember 1, 2015

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction

LanguageEnglish

★★★★☆ 4.4 (38 ratings)

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Author	Sara Donati
Narrator	Cassandra Campbell
Runtime	31h33m
Published	September 1, 2015
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.4 / 5 (38 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction, Sagas, Historical Fiction, Romance, Historical, Victorian
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

About This Audiobook

The Gilded Hour by Sara Donati is a riveting historical epic that masterfully weaves together the tale of two remarkable women in 19th-century New York City. Narrator Cassandra Campbell brings depth and intensity to the story, her voice perfectly capturing the tension between the city's splendor and its underbelly of poverty. Donati's vivid descriptions of the Gilded Age come to life through Campbell's storytelling, making this audiobook a distinctive listening experience that is sure to captivate fans of literary fiction and historical dramas alike.

Tags: historical fictionliterary fictionmysteryaudiobook1880sNew York Cityfemale protagonists

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Expert narration by Cassandra Campbell brings every character and scene to life across 31h33m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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As I immersed myself in the world of The Gilded Hour, I found myself completely engrossed in the lives of Dr. Louise Beaconsfield and her cousin Alva, two women navigating the social and medical challenges of 1883 New York City. Cassandra Campbell's narration is nothing short of exceptional, her ability to convey the emotions and experiences of the characters, especially Louise, with such nuance and conviction, only adds to the richness of the story. One minor critique I have is that the pacing at times felt a bit sluggish, but this issue was quickly forgotten as the intricate plot unfolded. Overall, The Gilded Hour is a gripping and thought-provoking listen that is sure to leave a lasting impression on its audience.

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