The Benevolent Society of Ill-Mannered Ladies
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The Benevolent Society of Ill-Mannered Ladies
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Narrated by:
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Kristin Atherton
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By:
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Alison Goodman
About this listen
A high society amateur detective at the heart of Regency London uses her wits and invisibility as an 'old maid' to protect other women in a new and fiercely feminist historical mystery series from New York Times bestselling author Alison Goodman.
Winner of the 2024 Davitt Readers' Choice Award
Longlisted for the 2023 ARA Historical Novel Prize
Longlisted for the 2024 Davitt Best Adult Novel Prize
Welcome to the secret life of the Colebrook twins: unnoticed old maids to most, but unseen champions to those in need - society be damned.
Lady Augusta Colebrook, 'Gus', is determinedly unmarried, bored by society life, and tired of being dismissed at the age of forty-two. She and her twin sister, Julia, who is grieving her dead betrothed, need a distraction. One soon presents itself: to rescue their friend's goddaughter, Caroline, from her violent husband.
The sisters set out to Caroline's country estate with a plan, but their carriage is accosted by a highwayman. In the scuffle, Gus accidentally shoots the ruffian, only to discover he is Lord Evan Belford, an acquaintance from their past who was charged with murder and exiled to Australia twenty years ago. With Lord Evan injured and unconscious, the sisters have no choice but to bring him on their mission to save Caroline. What follows is a high adventure full of danger, clever improvisation, heart-racing near misses, and a little help from a revived and rather charming Lord Evan.
And so begin the beguiling adventures of the Colebrook twins ...
'Goodman's ladies are the undercover Regency heroes we've been waiting for! This is sparkling, thrilling, romantic fun.' Toni Jordan
'Heroines can appear out of nowhere and soon become indispensable, and such is the case with Lady Augusta Colebrook, who, with her twin sister Lady Julia, is at the heart of this compelling, enthralling, unforgettable novel. You will be very glad you've let Gus into your life then wonder how you ever did without her.' Sophie Green
'Such an unexpected book. A Regency romp, like a 21st-century Georgette Heyer, with gay characters, people of colour and a feisty and independent heroine in her 40s. Just wonderful and delicious.' Maggie Alderson
'Fresh and fearless, Alison Goodman's exquisitely written, impeccably researched genre-blending novel shines a light in the darkest corners of Regency England. The Benevolent Society of Ill-Mannered Ladies is part heart-racing adventure, part gothic mystery, part tantalizing romance, and wholly wonderful. I can't wait for the next instalment!' Joanna Lowell, author of Artfully Yours
'A truly delightful feminist adventure story that will have you cheering on the unconventional Colebrook sisters in all their exploits.' Stephanie Marie Thornton, USA Today bestselling author of Her Lost Words
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- MagnoliaFlower232
- 22-08-2023
More please!
Loved this book - the premise first appears to be a basic Regency romance but it soon becomes clear that this is a far superior product. I loved the not-your-average lead character and the longer, more developed story lines. Great to see the author weave historical details into the story. Can’t wait for a sequel and more of Gus.
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- DC
- 29-08-2023
Great Read
Loved this hood and can’t wait for the sequel to come out .
Very enjoyable listening.
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- Tiff Kemp
- 17-09-2023
Enchanting and engaging
A great story with well, rounded characters who have unique personalities that I enjoyed! Narration was fabulous!
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- Anonymous User
- 02-10-2023
So good
Loved it in every way, the storyline was amazing, keeping you interested in every word. Narration was spot on. Can wait for the next in the series.
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- Joanne McIntosh
- 15-10-2023
Loved it
What an enjoyable read! Highly recommend. I thought the narrator did a fantastic job of capturing all the characters.
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- michele taylor
- 30-10-2023
Great Fun
Regency fun & adventure with a great feminist touch. Excellent exploration of social & moral values of Regency England, Good narration.
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- Jayltee
- 06-11-2023
Fabulous
Well drawn characters, intrigue, peril and adventure. Some unexpectedly touching and real situations. Loved every moment of it.
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- Lucy G
- 22-10-2023
Best book I’ve read in ages
Loved this so much! Truly the best book I’ve read in ages. A fantastic adventure!
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- Debbie W
- 23-11-2023
Totally Enjoyable & keeps you engaged
This book kept me engaged throughout & took me on a journey of times long past, very cohesive, engaging with an array of believable characters; I might revisit this book again in the future
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- Anonymous User
- 09-05-2024
Amazing
Want to hear more I want to know if lady Augusta and Lord Even end up together
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