Unexpected Blessings (Emma Harte Series #5) » (Unabridged, 8 cassettes, 14 hours)

Barbara Taylor Bradford started her writing career in the 1960s as a journalist who felt destined to become "a hard-bitten reporter in a dirty trenchcoat." However, her breakout bestseller, A Woman of Substance (1979), sparked her prolific career as the author of thrilling novels of romance and intrigue.

Praise for Barbara Taylor Bradford...

"Barbara Taylor Bradford is the storyteller of substance."

- The Times (London)

"An extravagant, absorbing novel of love, courage, ambition, war, death, and passion."

- The New York Times on A Woman of Substance

"Pure gold."

- Cosmopolitan on Act of Will

"Legions of readers will be satisfied by the romantic fortunes of the cultured, wealthy, and powerful people she evokes."

- Publishers Weekly on The Women in His Life

"Few novelists are as consummate as Barbara Taylor Bradford at keeping the reader turning the page. She is one of the world's best at spinning yarns."

- The Guardian (UK) on Dangerous to Know

...And Emma's Secret

"A page-turner!"

- New York Post

"Readers who loved A Woman of Substance will enjoy Emma's Secret."

- Denver Post

"Promises to tantalize, mesmerize, and titillate readers of all ages. It has all the Bradford touches: strong and swift plot, hints of secrets about to be revealed...spellbinding."

- Roanoke Times

"It will be appreciated by those with an irresistible desire to follow the further adventures of the Harte clan."

- Publishers Weekly

"You're certain these are living, breathing people."

- USA Weekend

—A Main Selection of the Literary Guild and Doubleday Book Club—

The sequel to EMMA'S SECRET continues the Harte family saga, which began with Emma Harte in WOMAN OF SUBSTANCE. Now three generations of Harte women, bound by danger, loyalties, and family secrets, join together against an unidentified enemy. Kate Burton captures the essence of each character with a variety of accents, shifting diction, and varying vocal tones. Her versatile range is a solid fit for characters of either gender and varying ages, and she is exceptional depicting children. Burton's delivery and timing are impeccable. The only flaw is the story's multiplicity of characters, which makes the plot difficult to follow. G.D.W. AudioFile 2005, Portland, Maine-- Copyright AudioFile, Portland, Maine