The Ophelia Girls

Name: The Ophelia Girls
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.7 (178 reviews)
Author: Jane Healey

A haunting summer of secrets and art

Written byJane Healey

Narrated byAlix Dunmore

Length10h33m

Release dateAugust 10, 2021

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction

LanguageEnglish

★★★☆★ 3.7 (178 ratings)

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Author	Jane Healey
Narrator	Alix Dunmore
Runtime	10h33m
Published	August 10, 2021
Rating	★★★☆★ 3.7 / 5 (178 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction, Psychological, Women's Fiction
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

About This Audiobook

The Ophelia Girls delves into the intertwined lives of five young women in 1973, captivated by pre-Raphaelite paintings and each other's company. Author Jane Healey masterfully weaves together themes of friendship, family, and the unearthing of hidden truths. Narrator Alix Dunmore brings a captivating intensity to the story, her voice evoking the heat and tension of the summer of '73. This atmospheric audiobook is distinctive in its exploration of a mother-daughter relationship and the complexities of the past.

Tags: literary fictionfamily drama1970s settingmother-daughter relationshippre-Raphaelite artnarrative secrets

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Editor's Review ★★★☆★

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As someone who enjoys audiobooks, I was immediately drawn to The Ophelia Girls. Alix Dunmore's narration is captivating, with a tone that perfectly captures the intensity and passion of the story. Her voice is engaging, and she brings each character to life with ease. The exploration of a mother-daughter relationship and the secrets that threaten to tear them apart is a unique and compelling aspect of the story. While the pacing can sometimes feel slow, the atmospheric setting and the complex relationships between the characters make for a rewarding listen. I would recommend this audiobook to fans of literary fiction and those who enjoy a good family drama.

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