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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- Anonymous User
- 22-12-2018
listened from start to finish in one sitting
Well written and a lovely story that captures the imagination and the Christmas spirit. It does remind me of the classic Christmas movies - A Christmas Carole and It's a Wonderful Life.
a really nice gesture from Audible too. Thank you
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- Michelle Tutty
- 31-01-2019
really enjoyed it couldn't wait to get back to it
Great story Had me completely invested in all the characters and thinking about what would happen next when I had to put it down.
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- Esther Juon Veitch
- 25-12-2018
A perfect Christmas story
I loved it and I have already listened to it twice and will enjoy it next year again too!
Thank you Audio books this was a perfect present for me!
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- Georgette Heyer
- 11-11-2021
A Christmas Delight
I have thoroughly enjoyed every audiobook read by Richard Armitage that has come my way, and The Christmas Hirelings was no exception. His presentation of this sweet, simple story was masterful and just a lovely way to pass a few hours. The Christmas Hirelings is worth listening to at any time of year but is definitely a good choice for the period leading up to Christmas.
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- elizabeth b.
- 08-02-2021
Oh this was average
If it had been longer than 3 hours I would have stopped listening. It was rather old fashioned and a bit twee. Still it did bring a tear to my eye. Odd that.
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- Louise
- 24-12-2018
The novel was moving but predictable.
The characters were relevant to the era. The novel was soft, great for children's bedtime.
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- Anonymous User
- 10-02-2019
delightfull
once you got past the obvious plot ,it didn't matter it was beautifully written and amazingly read
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- Sharon F
- 14-03-2019
A delightful story...
This is a wonderful story that doesn’t necessarily need to be listened to at Christmas! It’s the story of an old man’s love for a small child and how that child helped him learn to forgive and find it in his heart to love again.
Richard Armitage narrates beautifully. Thoroughly recommend.
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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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