The Christmas Hirelings
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The Christmas Hirelings
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Richard Armitage
About this listen
Richard Armitage modernizes a classic hidden gem of Christmas Past… Sir John Penlyon is planning to spend Christmas at his estate with his niece and his friend Danby, the closest thing he has to family since disowning his daughter years ago. (She eloped with the parson, who was, of course, penniless.) Danby suggests that at Christmastime the estate needs the presence of small children, and offers to find some - the “hirelings” - despite Sir John’s skepticism. Three children duly arrive, and the youngest, precocious four year-old Moppet, quickly endears herself to Sir John. The season takes flight with merriment, warmth, and even affection, until Moppet - as young children are wont to do in Victorian holiday tales - falls deathly ill. With her life hanging by a tinsel-thin thread, how will the makeshift family cope?
Listeners who smile ironically at the antiquated juxtaposition of The Christmas Hirelings might be surprised by the contemporary feel of a blended family, income inequality, and the power of togetherness to heal past sorrows. Richard Armitage’s stellar voice makes each scene as rich as a plum pudding dotted with the raisins of tradition (party favors, carols, and more!), and the entire performance feels like a trip to bygone England…just in time for the end of this year.
Public Domain (P)2018 Audible, Inc.What listeners say about The Christmas Hirelings
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- Kira Moloney
- 08-02-2019
not for me
perhaps it was a good book but I dont seebthe point of it. i dont recommend it. thank goodness it was for free. sorry.
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- Anonymous User
- 28-12-2018
EXCELLENT
insufficient stars to rate this story of it's true worth. A must read heartfelt presentation.
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- Dutch H
- 10-11-2019
A special story
I enjoyed this book. Wonderfully performed with a story that takes you back to another time.
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- PaulF
- 11-01-2019
A predicable tear jerker! Well written and read.
The storey was nice, light well written Christmas yarn, a variation on the the prodigal son fable. The narrator does it very well and the prose is excellent. Despite the fact I saw it coming, the treatment of the reunion was well done and everyone (excepting those who died!) lived happily ever after!
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- Tracey Davis
- 17-01-2019
Delightful story
A quaint story from yesteryears that takes you through joy and sadness back to tenderness
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- Robyn Wilson
- 31-12-2018
Lovely
Such a beautiful story and who could do anything but love the voice of Richard Armitage.
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- Roderic
- 06-02-2019
Charming, and very well read
A light and simple story that was pleasing throughout, particularly because of the excellent narration. The writer handled the balance of the simple plot quite well.
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- Anonymous User
- 18-03-2023
Delightful, beautifully written story
A beautifully written story that captivates and keeps engaged from beginning to end. I enjoyed every moment.
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- Martina
- 12-01-2019
Grump Old Baron meets Children hirelings
Light, sweet but not too sweet, beautiful descriptions and use of language, and amazingly well read. This is a great holiday read. Perfect for those who enjoy what children can bring to the lives of others. Utterly predictable but thoroughly enjoyable.
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- Diane Cray
- 31-12-2018
Delightful story of love pushed away but found again at Christmas.
Thank you Audible for the Christmas gift. Lovely simple Christmas story which given the season had an appropriate ending and was read by the beautiful voice of Richard Armitage - by far one of your best narrators.
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