The Picture Book by Jo Baker

The Picture Book

Intimate British Saga Spans a Century

Written byJo Baker
Narrated byAnna Bentinck
Length15h11m
Release dateFebruary 13, 2012
LanguageEnglish
★★★★★ 5.0 (2 ratings)

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AuthorJo Baker
NarratorAnna Bentinck
Runtime15h11m
PublishedFebruary 13, 2012
Rating★★★★★ 5.0 / 5 (2 ratings)
CategoriesLiterature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Jo Baker's 'The Picture Book' is a sweeping yet intimate family portrait, told in vivid snapshots across a hundred years of British history. Baker's prose is as rich and textured as the tapestry of lives she weaves, from the trenches of WWI to the digital age. Anna Bentinck's narration is a standout feature, bringing each character to life with nuance and warmth. She navigates the novel's shifting timelines with ease, making this a distinctive audio experience.

Tags: British LiteratureMulti-generational SagaHistorical FictionIntimate Family DramaEngaging NarrationCentury-Spanning Epic

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  • Expert narration by Anna Bentinck brings every character and scene to life across 15h11m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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Listening to 'The Picture Book' is like flipping through a family album, each snapshot revealing a new layer of the story. Baker's writing is evocative and unflinching, capturing the essence of each era and the complex dynamics of family life. Bentinck's narration is a perfect match, her voice shifting seamlessly between characters and generations. The pacing is steady, allowing the story to unfold naturally, and the production is clean and unobtrusive. My only critique is that some of the transitions between timelines could be a touch smoother, but this is a minor quibble in an otherwise outstanding audiobook.

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