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Carnal Innocence
- Narrated by: Tom Stechschulte
- Length: 17 hrs and 56 mins
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Publisher's Summary
New York Times best-selling novelist Nora Roberts captivates millions of fans with her provocative blend of scorching passion and chilling suspense. With Carnal Innocence, she creates a gripping tale of murder, infatuation, and true love in a small southern town. After beautiful concert violinist Caroline Waverly breaks up with her conductor and lover Luis, she escapes to her late grandmother’s home in Innocence, Mississippi. Instead of peace and tranquility, however, she finds the town torn with suspicion over two brutal murders. When she discovers a third victim in the murky waters behind her house, she turns to her dangerously handsome neighbor, Tucker Longstreet, for protection. But Tucker has a reputation for breaking hearts - even worse, the police count him their number one suspect.
You’ll want to lean back in your easy chair and let Nora Robert’s steamy prose and Tom Stechschulte’s stirring interpretation transport you to Innocence where the nights are filled with promise and secrets are hard to keep.
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- Amazon Customer
- 10-05-12
Wow...really good with lots of twists and turns
Let me say, that I have just recently started listening to several Nora Roberts books. I'm truly impressed. The narrator is excellent and the twists and turns in this book are exceptional. The person who you think may have done it, didn't! You never have a clue as to who really "done did it" (smile). I really liked this audio and would highly recommend it not ony for the romance which is not over the top (don't like too syrupy) but would recommend this for the good mystery writing.
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- Empress Karen
- 04-17-12
The wait has ended
Where does Carnal Innocence rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
this is one of Nora Roberts all time great ones.
Who was your favorite character and why?
Tucker Longstreet, his zest of life.
Have you listened to any of Tom Stechschulte’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
he is not the best reader,but he grows on you. Carolyn McCormick did the abridged version and she always does a great job.
If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
Don't cross the line!
Any additional comments?
I have waited 10 years for this full length version to be converted to download.
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
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Performance4 out of 5 stars
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- Raemar3356
- 06-01-12
Surprise!
Would you listen to Carnal Innocence again? Why?
Yes. I like all of the Nora Roberts books that I've listened to. There are enough twists that it's not a straight line to the ending like some books. I was very surprised at the ending.
What did you like best about this story?
That although there was some predictability, the ending wasn't what I'd expected.
Have you listened to any of Tom Stechschulte’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
I haven't listened to any of his work that I'm aware of. I would have no problem with him being the narrator. He did a very good job. Enough difference so I could tell which character was suppose to be speaking.
Who was the most memorable character of Carnal Innocence and why?
I think it was a toss up between the two main characters, Tucker and Caroline. Tucker, because I really didn't want to like him since he seemed to think of women as interchangeable for his purposes. I did end up liking the character as the book started to show more depth of character.
Caroline because she finally started to show some backbone and became more of her own person rather than what was chosen for her.
Any additional comments?
If you can, get the unabridged version. It's much better.
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- bluebelle
- 05-07-12
Twists and turns galore
In this story Caroline is a musician that was forced to grow up to fast, she learned the importance of responsibility at a very young age. Tucker has grown up in a wealthy family filled with quirks, he is lazy and loves it. Caroline moves back to her grandparents home after a breakdown and falls in love with the town and learns to cherish the people. Unfortunately, the easy life changes when a serial killer starts killing young women of the town. This story has lots of twists and turns, almost to many. It was a little overwhelming that so many events seemed to happen. I didn't care for it as much as some other mysteries by Sandra Brown but for Nora Roberts it was good. Not my romance or much detail in the love scenes but it was good it you like a wholesome mystery with lots of plot and a happily ever after, and lets face it who doesn't ;) !
30 people found this helpful
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- Leslie
- 05-07-12
A Romance You Don't See Coming
Where does Carnal Innocence rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
Overall the book was a 10. My favorite book so far.
What did you like best about this story?
I loved the mystery and the excitment of the murders. You never expect you had actually commited the murders. And then the character of Tucker is fabulous.
Have you listened to any of Tom Stechschulte’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
I have not listened to any others of his readings but I would like to.
Who was the most memorable character of Carnal Innocence and why?
Tucker - he is so cool and romantic. The way he falls in love is amazing.
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- Marci
- 04-17-12
Wonderful Listen!
At first I wasn't sure if I was going to like this book but I am so glad I gave it a chance. It is a wonderful read. Full of mystery, compassion, warmth & love interest. It is truly a wonderful story. One I am sure I will reflect back on in the future. If you are a true caring & loving sole, a person with a good heart, you won't want to miss out on this book. Narration Brilliant!
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- Alice W
- 06-20-12
Love the unabridged version
I'm so glad you added this version. The narrator is excellent (so much better than the one used for the abridged version!). He just makes the story and the characters come alive. It's one of my favorite NR books. Thanks!
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- Chelsea
- 01-18-17
An enjoyable listen, but slow at first.
[no spoilers, promise] I almost deleted this after the first chapter, but glad I gave it a chance. The first chapter had me all jumbled because of so many character introductions, but after that, I got drawn into the story, went back to the beginning to clear things up, then thoroughly enjoyed the rest. The narrator butchered some of the accents, by drawing them out too long and making them sound like they were mentally disabled. But he also read the conversations very well, making me feel like I was within the story. It was fun trying to guess who the killer was, and even when I finally figured it out, I kept doubting until it was brought out at the end. I also liked the romance part of it too. The story ended too soon for me, even though at some points I was going nuts with all the extra details the author added, but I'm glad I listened to this.
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- 04-18-12
Amazing Twists and Turns, Great Suspence!!
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This is an amazing story with a lot of in depth characters. Great twists and turns in the plot. There is never a dull moment! This is definately Nora at her finest!!!
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- Jane
- 05-04-14
Well done romantic mystery suspense.
I was engaged all the way through. Wonderful character creation. Wonderful dialogue. Various conflicts are well done.
An example of fun dialogue: Tucker is this slow talking rich southern man who sleeps with a lot of women. Heroine is not interested. He makes a seductive comment to her. She says “You’re sick.” He replies “I do feel a fever comin’ on.”
I loved the way clues and things came out gradually during the book - like the clue someone saw that led them to discover who tampered with a car. I loved Tucker’s relationship with a teenage boy -- heartwarming.
AUDIOBOOK NARRATOR:
I recently heard Judith Ivey doing a southern accent that was irritating. Tom Stechschulte (this audiobook narrator) did a wonderful southern accent. And he was soooo sexy as Tucker. Wow. And he did women well - no effeminate gay guy sounds. He did so many different voices well. He’s now one of my favorite narrators.
Genre: romantic mystery suspense
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- Gillian
- 04-16-15
Excellent, Entertaining, Enthralling, Exciting
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
I would and I have, to several of my friends, because it was such a good read from start to finish (even though I actually listened to the audio version). I loved the characters and the tension that was present throughout the whole story. I went into smug mode at one point as I thought I knew who the murderer was but I was completely wrong....very good twist.
Who was your favorite character and why?
I had several so it is hard to say, they were all good....even the baddies!
Have you listened to any of Tom Stechschulte’s other performances? How does this one compare?
I have and I absolutely love him as a narrator, there are a good few out there that could take a lot of lessons from his performances. He gives every character their own personality with his differing voices and accents....brilliant performance by him, as always.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
If I could have, I would have....sadly, I also have a life and have to let that interfere every now and then!!
Any additional comments?
I adore Nora Roberts writing and am forever grateful that she is such a prolific author as I never tire of reading her stories. I have read several of her trilogies and individual books and have enjoyed every one of them. The only thing that spoilt one for me was the narrator but I have noticed that she has never been used on any of the other of Nora Roberts audio versions so, I guess I wasn't the only one with that opinion. I have recommended Nora to all of my bookworm friends and relatives as there is bound to be a story for every one of them.
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- Stephanie
- 02-08-14
Really good
As a fan of Nora Roberts I loved this book (almost a foregone conclusion though!). It has all her traits-excellent writing, interesting characters and a twist at the end that always keeps me guessing throughout the book. The narrator was a little slow for me to start with, but by the end I thought it was wonderful-a really slow, southern drawl...perfect!
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- Mrs M J Vallely
- 10-23-13
Good murder mystery with a twist of romance
Would you consider the audio edition of Carnal Innocence to be better than the print version?
I didn't enjoy the accents in this book, I know it fitted in with where the book was set, but I did find it very annoying.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Carnal Innocence?
I didn't realise who had done it, I usually have a good idea by half way through a book, but this one threw me, very well written
Would you listen to another book narrated by Tom Stechschulte?
Depends whether it was his accent or one he was putting on for the book.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
I did finish this book in two days, as couldn't put it down
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- Book-Diva
- 10-04-12
WOW!!!
This book had a bit of everything. Romance, Mystery, Murder and Mayhem. The narrator really drew you into the story.
A must read/listen for any Nora Roberts fan
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- Jill Besterman
- 03-02-13
A terrific story
I have read and listened to several Nora Roberts books and think that this is the best one yet. The Longstreet family were the big guns in the small town of Innocence, Mississippi. Dwayne, the eldest, sees life through the bottom of a bottle, his sister Josie, dissatisfied with her life, uses her promiscuity to pass the time whilst Tucker, the youngest son, is goodnatured but idle. The vicious killing of several young local women and the arrival in town of Caroline, a young concert violinist, fleeing from her dominating mother and an unhappy love affair, combine to make him sit up and start taking notice. There is horror, mystery, romance and quite a bit of humour in the tale that follows and a very big plus is the excellent narration by Tom Stechschulte.
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- Patricia
- 04-04-22
Fantastic narrator.
As a bon-American, I found the accent truly horrendously difficult to understand at first., so it was not relaxing. Once, I became accustomed to the dialect, the book be became really interesting- but the dramatic narration made a fairly trite book fascinating.
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- Praxis
- 02-26-22
One of her absolute best.
Nora Roberts varies between quite good (still worth reading) and excellent. Carnal Innocence is five star excellent - setting, plot, characters, writing. Tom Stechschulte has a wonderful voice and does an amazing job of narrating the voices of the various characters. He’s one of the narrators that I now search for.
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- Anonymous User
- 05-24-20
Early Nora at her best!
I've listened to this book numerous times. The narrator brings it to life and the twist at the end still surprises me every time.
It displays it's age a little, with a lot of smoking and lack of mobile phones, but is still really enjoyable.
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- Anonymous User
- 10-05-19
Not a bad one
I liked it as it was easy listening but I hated Caroline’s voice which stopped me enjoying it as much as I could
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- Kindle Customer
- 03-09-16
A great read
A really good story with a twist in the tail I didn't see comming, and I thought narrative was excellent.
