Heyer at her funniest

I adore Georgette Heyers books and have read and listened to most of them numerous times. I especially like the more outlandish characters who often have the most brilliant and amusing way of talking - the sillier the better in my book. The Nonsuch is in my top 5 along with Sylvester but this is a close rival. The narrator does a superb job (especially Jason the Tiger) and I was laughing almost to the point of tears in some parts. I note a few people have commented that it was too up tempo but I think it suited the characters being depicted and emphasized their less than squeaky clean personalities. It's a good old comedy of errors/romantic romp. Fantastic.

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Brilliant story telling

This has been one of my favourite books for many years and is still one I enjoy re-reading. Owen Findlay does a superb job of narrating, getting just the right tone of voice for both male and female characters as well as interpreting the style of the period language.
This production truly deserves the 5 star rating. Heartfelt thanks to all involved.

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Definitely one of my favourite books!

The first of Georgette Heyer's books that I have ever read was The Great Sophie and I just loved it. Then I read Regency Buck and also I loved it. However, when I started listening Friday's Child I must confess, I thought was a mistake to have bought it, but it has surpassed me in a very pleasant way. I listen again and again and I just can't stop or get bored of it. The ridiculous characters make me laugh and even when I know what it will happen I still pay attention to the narrative.

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Regency Wodehouse, nattily narrated

Loved this story! Enormous fun, I think it’s my favourite of the “naive young bride getting into scrapes” category, and there’s a great cast of characters, a good few of whom have changes and character arcs of their own. It’s beautifully balanced by the hero being just as naive as the heroine and doing a considerable amount of growing up (and recognition eventually of the problems of double standards!). And I love the cast of friends - the narrator does a superb job on the voices too. The whole thing was rather Bertie Wooster, and would certainly appeal to Wodehouse fans.

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A sheer delight

Loved the narrator, loved the story. It made me smile often and laugh out loud at times.

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One not to miss

I will never tire of this story- such wonderful characters. The only downside I found was the narration unfortunately - on occasions too fast and words appeared to have no space in between which made following the storyline difficult at times. Pity - will avoid this narrator if possible in future.

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Speed of narration

I recommend changing it to 0.8 speed - the narration is ridiculously fast. Did the producers even listen to it?! But it is fine at the reduced speed. Lovely story.

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Excellent story and Narration

I was so pleased this narration came up to expectation.
I love this story of carefree young blades, going about their priviledged lives, in a rather strict society while still enjoying the spirit of youth!
At the same time, one of them taking on a wife from the schoolroom for no other purpose than to get his hands on his inheritance. Needless to say, things don't go exactly to plan. A heartwarming, endearing, easy to listen too novel. I have this by another narrator, the story is the same but this is by far the best narration, with all characters voices easy to listen to and understand. Enjoy it.

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My favourite Georgette Heyer, brilliantly narrated

An absolutely delightful novel, and Owen Findlay absolutely hits the nail on the head with this narration. The different voices for each character are just spot on, he captures each one so beautifully. Owen, you're a genius!

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Amusing

Good story. Narrator is excellent actor of character voices. Narrative sections somewhat unclear due to casual accent used. Some usual Penguin issues about under-researched pronunciation. Good production apart from that.

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