The Mirror & the Light

Name: The Mirror & the Light
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (2 reviews)
Author: Hilary Mantel

Powerhouse Performance Meets Gripping Historical Fiction

Written byHilary Mantel

Narrated byBen Miles

Length38h12m

Release dateMarch 10, 2020

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Biographical Fiction

LanguageEnglish

★★★★☆ 4.8 (2 ratings)

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Author	Hilary Mantel
Narrator	Ben Miles
Runtime	38h12m
Published	March 10, 2020
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.8 / 5 (2 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Biographical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Renaissance
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

About This Audiobook

Dive into Hilary Mantel's magnum opus, 'The Mirror & the Light,' where Ben Miles' nuanced narration brings Thomas Cromwell to vivid life. This sprawling audiobook delves deep into the turbulent world of Tudor England, weaving political intrigue with personal drama. Miles' performance is a standout, capturing Cromwell’s complexity and inner turmoil with remarkable authenticity.

Tags: Historical FictionComplex NarrationTudor EnglandMeticulous DetailPolitical Intrigue

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Expert narration by Ben Miles brings every character and scene to life across 38h12m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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Ben Miles delivers an electrifying performance that elevates Hilary Mantel's masterpiece to new heights. His portrayal of Thomas Cromwell is nothing short of mesmerizing—evoking both the cunning statesman and the deeply flawed individual. The pacing, while lengthy at times, builds a relentless momentum that keeps you engaged throughout. However, some listeners might find the dense historical detail overwhelming initially. Mantel's prose, while beautifully crafted, occasionally veers into academic territory, which can slow down the narrative flow. Despite these minor issues, 'The Mirror & the Light' remains an unmissable audiobook for history buffs and fans of genre-defying fiction.

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