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Jewels of the Sun
- Gallaghers of Ardmore Trilogy, Book 1
- Narrated by: Patricia Daniels
- Series: Gallaghers of Ardmore Trilogy, Book 1
- Length: 10 hrs and 25 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Literature & Fiction, Women's Fiction
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Publisher's Summary
BOOK ONE OF THE GALLAGHERS OF ARDMORE TRILOGY
In Gallagher’s Pub, where the fire is burning low and the pints are waiting, #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts has a story to tell...
Determined to reevaluate her life, Jude Murray flees America to take refuge in Faerie Hill Cottage, immersing herself in the study of Irish folklore and discovering hope for the future of the magical past.
Finally back home in Ireland after years of traveling, Aidan Gallagher possesses an uncommon understanding of his country’s haunting myths. Although he’s devoted to managing the family pub, a hint of wildness still glints in his eyes - and in Jude, he sees a woman who can both soothe his heart and stir his blood. And he begins to share the legends of the land with her - while they create a passionate history of their own.
Don’t miss the other books in the Gallaghers of Ardmore Trilogy
Tears of the Moon
Heart of the Sea
Critic Reviews
"Roberts, a storytelling wizard, is at her best here, creating a fantastic setting for the continuing romantic tales of the Gallaghers." (Publishers Weekly)
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- Samantha
- 07-11-11
Great Book - Bad Narrator
This book is a beautiful, well-written and colorful story with such dynamic descriptions of the Irish countryside that you truly feel like you're there. Unfortunately, the narrator is not quite as appealing. The first few hours of this book are almost painful to listen to, but she does improve and the other two books in the trilogy are much better. Hang in there, and it's worth it!
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- Marie
- 03-07-09
Reader ruined it for me
I have read this book before and enjoyed it very much, the writer's feel for and love of Ireland speaking to me and taking me back to the green hills I love so much. Having thoroughly enjoyed all three of the Born In series audios, I meant to continue my little mental vacations with this series and thought the reader would be okay from the sample, even though it only contained the American main character. Alas, much to my dismay when I settled down on a long flight to enjoy it, the reader's version of every Irish female turned out to be a rather shrill version of the Lucky Charms leprechan. To anyone who has spent any real amount of time in Ireland and loves the beautiful, gentle rhythm of the Irish voices, this reader will not sound like anyone they have ever met there, and her strained cadence actually interfered with expressive reading. They should have used the reader who did the Born In series again, as his voice was easy to listen to and his accents smooth and accurate. I will NOT be listening to the rest of this series unless I read it aloud to myself, that's for sure!
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- Karen
- 11-11-10
Good story, struggling reader.
Sometimes a good reader can take a lousy story and make it fun but unfortunately this was not the case for Jewels. The reader sound very stilted and uncomfortable with her story telling. She was hesitant and never developed a cadence or rhythm with the characters or the story. Many times a reader starts slow and then relaxes and begins to actually make the story a pleasure. This did not happen either and the reader for Jewels maintained the hesitancy and awkward pausing throughout the story. I managed to make it through but not without perseverance and patience. I would recommend going to a used book store and reading this one if you like a Nora Roberts romance.
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- Jennifer
- 10-22-09
Narrator stinks
I am glad I only paid $5 for this because after about 10 minutes I had to stop listening. The narrator has a way of stressing certain words that should not be stressed. She will be going along fine and then change her cadence. After 10 minutes, I stopped following the story and could only think about her speaking pattern. I can't listen to it.
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- Liane
- 08-21-08
Great Story
Really nice story with lots of great characters. Loved the two main characters and their tug of war into a relationship. Made me want to go to Ireland and live in a cottage by the sea. Highly recommend this for an easy story to help you escape reality.
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- Anonymous User
- 09-06-11
Adding another name to my Worst Narrator List
This average book might have been elevated to bearable if it had been narrated by Davina Porter or Susan Erikson was made completely unbearable by this narrator. I cannot believe she is paid for this work.
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- Jennifer
- 05-06-10
Jewels of the Sun
Although the narrator takes a little while to get used to before you know it you are sucked into the book just like you where in Ireland with them! Another wonderful story, can't wait to hear the next one!
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- Suz
- 09-11-16
Fun story to listen to while doing stuff
I like Nora Roberts, but have gotten away from her. This book was fun, funny, emotional.. A Nora book:). It is a great way to brighten your time while doing chores or just relaxing:)
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- Sharon
- 06-05-11
The narrator was intolerable
I like to read Nora Roberts novels on occasion, they’re like a Lifetime movie on the page, easy, formulaic, predictable…sometimes that’s just what I want. The real problem for me was that the narrator was so lifeless; it really made the story painful to follow. If you’re looking for a beach book, this could be it…just get it in book form, not audio. If you’re looking for a great audio romance novel, you’ll need to look elsewhere.
20 people found this helpful
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- CB
- 11-16-09
Not a good narrator.
Unfortunately, the reader is so bad at reading, that it is so distracting it's impossible to listen to the story. Yes, it was that bad. Don't bother.
18 people found this helpful
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- Rebecca
- 04-02-17
This narrator is awful
This is a typical Nora Roberts novel. Exactly what you'd expect. Only one irritating thing; Irish people don't speak Gaelic, we speak Irish.
The really annoying bit was the narration. The "Irish" accents were horrendous. I have never heard an Irish person that sounded anything like this. It was actually painful.
Also, she manages to mispronounce every single Irish word.
I won't be getting the next two instalments because I can't stand this woman's narration.
3 people found this helpful
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- Yvette Meyrick
- 06-27-20
Not one of her best
Struggled with this book, which wasn't helped by the narrator. It sounded very flat, without the usual passion from the person telling the story. Giving up for now, and moving on to another book
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- Lynda
- 11-24-20
another family story
loved it. heard it a few times now. my got for a good comfort read.
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- Anna Taylor
- 05-23-20
Heart of the sea
I have both the book plus kindle book ,then I bought the audio book. Absolutely awful narration on all the trilogy. An American putting on a dreadful Irish accent - really really bad - spoils the whole trilogy.
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- Amazon Customer
- 12-04-18
jewel f the sun
oh my oh my oh my what another great book from nora roberts the first book about aiden and jude the older brother of three siblings
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- Mrs K.E. Hodgson
- 08-02-17
very good
loved the story. Well told, read with expression and interest. great story. waiting to hear the next book.
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- Deedar
- 03-17-17
Nice romance.
I enjoyed this book. It was a nice romance with an Irish twist and a happy ending!
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- C. Moizer
- 04-13-13
Lovers of magical romance please don't miss this
A lovely, light book about romance entwined with Irish myths and legends setting the scene for a magical story. Whilst the end is probably predictable from the very beginning, it is one of those lovely books that make the reader, or listener, comfortable, warm and safe.
I mostly enjoyed Patricia Daniels' storytelling but her portrayal of Irish male voices, difficult for any female voice, was a little too forced and unnatural. However, there were enough twists and turns in the story to engross me without dwelling on a few minor points like this.
This sets the scene wonderfully for the next two books in the trilogy, with a legend to be finalised and true love for a fair maiden to be won. Please don't miss this.
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- Carlene Kleefman
- 03-03-19
difficult to listen to
I found the narration very stilted and difficult to listen to. It did not flow very well and had the impression of being read from a very unfamiliar script. loved the story line itself, but difficult to listen to the narration.
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- clare
- 10-28-18
Not what I was expecting
Not much magic in this early series of Roberts, so it's a bit disappointing in that respect. the story is still great, the writing exceptional, I just miss the magic. I love falling into other worlds of magic so I missed it from this book. a fairy prince making an appearence and his ghost lady wasn't enough to satisfy me💔
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- IndianaDoogs
- 02-28-21
Perfect romance to play in the background!
Really easy listening and a pretty good plot! I love how consistent Nora Roberts plots are because it’s my time to escape mentally and the plots are just so easy to digest.
The narrator was great. Recommend the three sisters trilogy to anyone who likes this plot and narrator.
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- Anonymous User
- 03-23-22
good book
good book with an interesting but pretty predictable storyline. an easy book to listen to on my journey to and from work each day.
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- Anonymous User
- 01-24-22
My first audiobook and I enjoyed it!
I liked this book and enjoyed listening, I think the ending could have done with more depth.
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- toula
- 07-24-21
Good story from a beloved author
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