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The Shifting Fog [also published under the alternate title The House at Riverton]
- Narrated by: Caroline Lee
- Length: 18 hrs and 50 mins
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Publisher's Summary
Summer 1924: On the eve of a glittering society party, by the lake of a grand English country house, a young poet takes his life. The only witnesses, sisters Hannah and Emmeline Hartford, will never speak to each other again.
Winter 1999: Grace Bradley, 98, one-time housemaid of Riverton Manor, is visited by a young director making a film about the poet's suicide. Ghosts awaken and memories, long consigned to the dark reaches of Grace's mind, begin to sneak back through the cracks. A shocking secret threatens to emerge; something history has forgotten but Grace never could.
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An alternate title for this novel is The House at Riverton.
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- Karen
- 12-22-13
Alternate title for "The House at Riverton"
Where does The Shifting Fog rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
Unfortunately hadn't realized "The Shifting Fog" is the same / alternate title for "The House at Riverton." Great book / wonderful narration but wish Audible had indicated that I had already purchased the same book under an alternate title.
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- Kindle Customer
- 07-23-19
Not my favorite
I’ve read most of Kate Morton’s books and this one was my least favorite. It bored me.
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- Amazon Customer
- 07-14-19
Simply too detailed and slow to reveal
I read or listen to books nearly every day, so a book a week approximately. I love historical fiction. I liked ‘The Lake House’ from her, but I could not get into this. Too many characters. Too slow in term of events. 3/4 of the book until I got into it grudgingly. Perhaps it’s in the style of English gentry novels of slow proportion on purpose, but it drags on far too long for a modern day reader. I quite like Jane Austen. But this is even a later period and reads like an older written novel. Too much detail. It’s cumbersome.
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- Debbie
- 03-15-14
Doesn't Measure Up to Her Other Books
This is an enjoyable listen . . . but doesn't come close to The Secret Keeper and The Forgotten Garden, in my opinion. I got tired listening, but did stick with it until the end. I enjoyed the historical aspect of the WWI era in England, but the book could have been much shorter and been better. The Shifting Fog lacked the magical qualities of Kate Morton's other books and I missed the unfolding mystery of the other two books that I've listened to. The ending didn't leave me nearly as satisfied either.
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- Tiffany
- 08-07-13
Enjoying Kate Morton's books very much
I've listened to all of her books on audible and this was my second favorite, though a little more dark than the rest.
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- Lisa
- 09-23-13
My Favorite Book by Kate Morton!
What did you love best about The Shifting Fog?
The story of the past ... a past painstakingly researched and communicated to us in such beautiful words and organization. This is a story of being human and how our choices can lead to unintended results. I hated to have it end. This is my favorite Kate Morton story ... Grace is my favorite character to date...and I have read all Kate's stories. I can't wait till a new one is available.
What did you like best about this story?
The character of Grace. She was so developed and believable as she told this story. You feel as if you know her and hate to see the story end. Also, how Kate Morton builds the story and tells it. She is a magnificent storyteller. Yes, she is detailed and sets each scene so carefully ... it's why you become so involved with her characters and understand them. I love history, and she gives us historical background so well.
What about Caroline Lee’s performance did you like?
I love the way she reads the story. I like her accents. I could listen to her forever and never get tired of her voice.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Absolutely. I just never have the time to do so.
Any additional comments?
Read this book ... if you liked Kate Morton's other stories, I think you will love this one.
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- Gdngrl
- 03-13-16
Just what I needed after Downton Abbey. ..
This was a great British mystery after watching Downton Abbey and being very disappointed that it ended. I enjoyed the story completely and wish this author had more books, I've read them all so far.
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- Margaret
- 09-10-12
The Shifting Fog
I love long, wandering stories that are well-read. Caroline Lee is wonderful, and the story is very nice. This is my second Kate Morton book, both having been read by Caroline Lee. Even though they are long, it's always sad when they end.
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- Michael/Victoria
- 05-24-13
Such A Good Listen!
What did you love best about The Shifting Fog?
I loved the story within the story. The Shifting Fog tells the story of a Manor House in Essex during WW1 in the early 1920's, told from the perspective of Grace Bradley, a housemaid, now 98 and living in a retirement community in 1999. When Grace finds out that a film is being made of a tragic event at the house - the suicide of a young poet who fought in the war - she recounts her memories leading up to that night, and the part she played in it.
What other book might you compare The Shifting Fog to and why?
Other books that remind me of The Shifting Fog are The Distant Hours, The Forgotten Garden, Duet, The Winter Sea, and The Secret Keeper.
What does Caroline Lee bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
Caroline Lee brings a depth to the characters and the story that you just wouldn't experience if you read the book rather than listen to it.
Who was the most memorable character of The Shifting Fog and why?
I thought Hannah was the most memorable character in this book because she had all the wonderful tragic flaws you end up loving about them.
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- Lazeth
- 01-13-13
Intriging
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
Absolutely. Intriguing storyline that makes you want to keep listening
What other book might you compare The Shifting Fog to and why?
Any Kate Morton book.
If you could take any character from The Shifting Fog out to dinner, who would it be and why?
Grace - she held so many secrets. I don't think dinner would make her talk!! Maybe she will talk about the downstair,
Any additional comments?
Interestingly, The House at Riverton is EXACTLY the same book - just a different title.
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- Rachel G
- 08-23-17
Story ok narrator not so good.
I didn't like the narrators Australian accent she tried to do upper class British & working class accents & it just didn't work so spoiled the book for me. Her story telling & pace were fine, the accent was just so wrong for such a British book.
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- Sharon Frater
- 11-11-14
Slow in places
Not quite sure about this one. I enjoyed it but had it not been for a reasonably satisfactory ending I would have only given it 3 stars. It was very slow in places and I didn't quite see the the need for so much of the present time. The whole story was about a previous era. I could have done with much smaller amounts of the present day. All in all an ok listen but couldn't heartily recommend it
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- Sue
- 06-19-14
Needs editing
What was most disappointing about Kate Morton’s story?
The first part of the story set in a large country house was interesting and kept me listening. However once the story moved to London the bordom set in and by the end I really hoped all the characters met an unpleasant painful death.
Which character – as performed by Caroline Lee – was your favourite?
Grace the maid.
You didn’t love this book--but did it have any redeeming qualities?
The description of life below stairs pre 1914.
Any additional comments?
The most boring book I have ever listened to.
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- sally jayne hyde
- 10-11-21
Brilliant as ever!
Kate doesn't disappoint!I've listened to all her books and lived this one as I have all of them....The only disappointment is that I've listened to them all!!!!
Highly recommend her books.
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- M3
- 08-19-21
Wonderful story.
I had read this book some years ago and hoped that the audio versions would bring the characters to life. Unfortunately, in my opinion, the very poor accents that the reader tried to perform let the characters down. Only the young upper class girl voices were suitably matched.
However, the story line is very well written.
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- Knight Reader
- 04-23-21
Author is a literary artisan
Marvellous, well written story. Loved every minute of it. Every detail is is covered. The author provides you with the perfect nutrition to feed the imagination. Her historical knowledge and research is once again evident in her writing. It was also beautifully read making it so magical to listen to.
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- Robert J. Punton
- 08-24-19
Fabulous historical fiction
Just discovered Kate Morton History brought to life mystery murder and intrigue take form through the mists of time. As goo as anything in this section of fiction. Fictional characters brought to life, storytelling at its best. Up there with Robert Goddard my literal hero. Now I found her off to read the rest of her work, I suggest you follow my lead.
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- Mrs
- 12-12-18
Rambling but listenable!
The narrators Australian accent seems out of place telling the story of an English tragedy. At first this grated with me, but after a while it was pleasant. Although I have to say that the narrators impression of an Irish accent was probably the worst I’ve ever heard!
Overall, an interesting glimpse into social history at the time of the First World War and its affects on Edwardian Britain.
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- Amazon Customer
- 11-25-18
Good listen
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- Mrs. Wendy Hawkins
- 10-29-18
Excellent as normal!
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- Lisa
- 04-12-16
Enthralling
Of all Kate's books I have enjoyed this one the most. I laughed, I cried, I gasped and I didn't predict the end. Great book
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- Jan Seymour
- 08-24-18
Loved it!
This book kept me interested to the very end. Beautifully written and read. Set in the early 20th century, but told by Grace looking back at the end of her life to the events that changed the world forever. The story is fiction but the settings and background are historical fact. Thank you so much and can't wait for more.
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- Fredandfreddy
- 05-24-22
Poorly narrated
I’m unsure if it’s just me but this book narrated like it is a play was totally off putting for me.. I have tried several times to listen to it but can not get past the 2nd chapter.. so still do not know what this book is about.. sadly because I’ve read a few Kate Morton books and really enjoyed them (I have given the story 4 stars on this basis
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- Anonymous User
- 11-24-21
Beautiful story and production
I enjoyed this more than I can express. Kate is utterly brilliant and Caroline Lee did an incredible, sensitive job with the performance. Completely superb, I’m in tears!
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- Kathryn
- 09-18-21
Exquisite detail & beautiful performance
A beautiful in-depth story about life & secrets from a ladies maid’s point of view, performance was lovely. The story could have explored a few of the secrets further & the outcome of their revelations. Apart from that, a thoroughly enjoyable listen.
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- Denise
- 06-13-21
Great read
A slow start but had me enthralled once into the story. Well written . A great insite into the customs and felings of the 19th - 20 th century progresion
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- Anonymous User
- 05-09-21
This was a struggle
Boring. Way too long & wordy. Too much dialogue, doesn't get to the point (yawn)
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- Amazon Customer
- 11-02-20
a great story
took a bit to get into....I've listened to it 3 times.. I KNOW it's going to pick up speed and still I consider calling it quits and listening to any other of her titles....but also...I cant...I just have to plough through the flotsam till.....
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- Jess
- 06-06-18
Soo boring!!
I just couldn’t persevere past the 5 hour mark, very disappointing considering ‘the secret garden’. ‘The lake house’ & ‘the secret keeper’ were amazing books by Kate Morton!
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- Anna Spencer
- 07-16-16
Upstairs/Downstairs revisited
Although I enjoyed The Shifting Fog, I prefer the other books I have read by Kate Morton, which are, in my opinion, more riveting and full of suspense.
I found the fact, that when reading, no mention was made of the end of a chapter, and this made it difficult to read a chapter at a time.
This book would appeal to anyone who is interested in life at the beginning of the 20th century; the background and characters are believable and well delineated. An enjoyable read!