The Botanist’s Daughter
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Caroline Lee
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Kayte Nunn
About this listen
In Victorian England, headstrong adventuress Elizabeth takes up her late father's quest for a rare, miraculous plant. She faces a perilous sea voyage, unforeseen dangers and treachery that threatens her entire family.
In present-day Australia, Anna finds a mysterious metal box containing a sketchbook of dazzling watercolours, a photograph inscribed 'Spring 1886' and a small bag of seeds. It sets her on a path far from her safe, carefully ordered life, and on a journey that will force her to face her own demons.
In this spellbinding botanical odyssey of discovery, desire and deception, Kayte Nunn has so exquisitely researched nineteenth-century Cornwall and Chile you can almost smell the fragrance of the flowers, the touch of the flora on your fingertips . . .
'Two incredibly likeable, headstrong heroines . . . watching them flourish is captivating. With these dynamic women at the helm, Kayte weaves a clever tale of plant treachery involving exotic and perilous encounters in Chile, plus lashings of gentle romance. Compelling storytelling' The Australian Women's Weekly
'I loved The Botanist's Daughter. I was transported to the 1880s and Chile, to contemporary Sydney and Kew. A gripping, warm-hearted read'
JOY RHOADES, author of The Woolgrower's Companion
'The riveting story of two women, divided by a century in time, but united by their quest to discover a rare and dangerous flower said to have the power to heal as well as kill. Fast-moving and full of surprises, The Botanist's Daughter brings the exotic world of 19th-century Chile thrillingly to life' KATE FORSYTH ©2018 Kayte Nunn (P)2018 Hachette Australia
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- Liz Pearson
- 05-04-2019
Slow to start but hang in there.....it's worth it
It was a slow book and I really struggled around the 5-6th chapter, however the story start to get better not long after that and it's a great ending. Definitely finishes with a bang!!
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- Dudley
- 28-07-2019
A fantastic read and listen
A wonderful story. Great plot that unfolds in unexpected ways. I just loved it & will recommend to my friends. The botanical research and story telling a delightful & interesting extra.
Thank you for a great story narrated superbly.
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- Mary-louise Tehan
- 30-12-2022
Engaged in story
Listened to this story whilst oblong road trip … very good listen that assisted with long boring drive!!
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- Karen Campbell
- 02-11-2020
Just okay
This one was a struggle for me. I wanted to like it but ultimately I found it dreary and predictable. I had just finished 'Mrs Benson's Beetle' which was exciting and heartwarming. This novel is different and shouldn't be compared just because the subject matter is similar. I may come back to try again after a break.
The narrator is normally someone I like to listen to but she struggles with accents. I think this book would have been better with two narrators. Someone British for the past and Caroline Lee for the present.
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- Esther Juon Veitch
- 07-02-2020
What a great story
Most enjoyable and I could not put it down.
Wondering if there will be a next book following on from this one. I love the characters and the story is exciting too!
A great listen! Thank you!
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- Anonymous User
- 27-09-2020
Lovely botanical history
So nice to hear a combination of historical fantasy and botany. Love the Aussie connection.
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- Phreddie
- 07-10-2020
Fantastic book
I wish all Audible books were as good as this .
Couldn't put it down .
More books please Kayte Nunn.
And I think I fell in love with Caroline Lee voice .
Recommended reading
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- Mari
- 10-02-2021
Very enjoyable
I really enjoyed both of the dual time line stories. Caroline Lee’s narration is fantastic.
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- Anonymous User
- 07-04-2023
beautiful story
This is a really interesting story told across two different timelines. The characters are warm and felt real as I read about them. The last few chapters where everything is tied up were incredibly touching and very satisfying.
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- Anonymous User
- 23-05-2019
Fantastic
Really loved this book. Great story and excellent narration. I was intrigued from start to finish. highly recommended.
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