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    The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper
    The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper
    The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper
    Audiobook8 hours

    The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper

    Written by Phaedra Patrick

    Narrated by James Langton

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    From the author of Rise and Shine Benedict Stone, now an original movie on Hallmark.

    “An endearing celebration of life.” -RealSimple.com

    Perfect for fans of A Man Called Ove, this curiously charming debut follows a lovable widower and his life-changing adventure of love and self-discovery.

    Sixty-nine-year-old Arthur Pepper lives a simple life. He gets out of bed at precisely 7:30 a.m., just as he did when his wife, Miriam, was alive. He dresses in the same gray slacks and mustard sweater vest, waters his fern, Frederica, and heads out to his garden.

    But on the one-year anniversary of Miriam’s death, something changes. Sorting through Miriam’s possessions, Arthur finds an exquisite gold charm bracelet he’s never seen before. What follows is a surprising and unforgettable odyssey that takes Arthur from London to Paris and as far as India in an epic quest to find out the truth about his wife’s secret life before they met—a journey that leads him to find hope and healing in the most unexpected places.

    Featuring an unforgettable cast of characters with big hearts and irresistible flaws, The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper is a joyous reminder of life’s infinite possibilities.

    Don’t miss Phaedra Patrick’s uplifting new novel, The Little Italian Hotel!

    Check out these other heartwarming stories from Phaedra Patrick:
    • Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone
    • The Library of Lost and Found
    • The Secrets of Love Story Bridge
    • The Messy Lives of Book People
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherHarlequin Audio
    Release dateMay 3, 2016
    ISBN9781488201677
    Author

    Phaedra Patrick

    Phaedra Patrick is the bestselling author of five previous books. Her debut, The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper, has been translated into twenty-five languages worldwide and her second novel, Rise and Shine Benedict Stone, was made into a Hallmark movie. An award-winning short story writer, she previously studied art and marketing and has worked as a stained glass artist, film festival organizer and communications manager. Phaedra lives in Saddleworth, UK, with her family.

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    • 5/5
      I listen to anywhere from three to six audiobooks a week and I rarely give out ratings over three stars, so for me to rate a book five stars it must be really good. I loved this book and the characters and the main character's journey of growth and self development in a way that felt genuine. Loved it!

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      Delightful book… Narration was excellent and helped enhance the story even more.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      What a fabulous and fun adventure! Sweet story with little nuggets of wisdom, along with some really funny moments. I thoroughly enjoyed this book!

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      Such a lovely story about discovery and adventure. Truly heartwarming.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      Lovely story, beautifully narrated, didn’t want it to end.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      So glad I picked up this book. I loved traveling with Arthur and journeying with him to uncover his wife’s secrets.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 4/5
      Very sweet, lovely book. I thoroughly enjoyed the story and the narrator.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      This was a lovely book that takes you on a journey about learning how to live again. Arthur is charming and was a joy to get to know.

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    • 5/5
      A very heartfelt human story. Characters are well drawn. Delightfully narrated.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      I loved this book. I'm normally a historical fiction reader but what a delightful break it was to adventure along with Arthur Pepper as he discovered mysteries about his deceased wife and how he learned to live again. It is funny at times, but mostly it's just a nice, heartwarming read. If you're looking for a feel-good book, this is worth it.
    • 5/5
      This book was amazing!!! I recently lost my middle son at the age of 18 and this book was inspiring for those who have lost a loved, and even those who haven’t. Fantastic narration by James Langton!
    • 5/5
      Loved this charming, heartwarming story, and the narration was wonderful.
    • 5/5
      SUCH a lovely LOVELY Story!! I literally enjoyed EVERY bit - from the touching heart warming story, the characters each having their own charm, The meandering journey across time with a story that unfolded of a past life & carried forward to Arthur’s present day…. All in all a beautiful tale! The author has a great storytelling Gift and the narrator did a wonderful job bringing the characters to life. I loved the story and thoroughly enjoyed it!
    • 4/5
      A charming story, very uplifting. Depicts the wonder of life, how precious it is, and the journeys each one makes and how different they are from one to another.
    • 5/5
      The character of Arthur Pepper is a joy to unravel. The narrator is wonderful too. Lovely hope filled book to lighten your day
    • 5/5
      I so enjoyed this book. It is a great book if you are needed a little heartfelt adventure.
    • 5/5
      Refreshing sweet story. Arthur is a priceless fella. I would love to have him as a friend and neighbor.
    • 4/5
      This was a sweet summer read. I enjoyed the reader as well.
    • 4/5
      A charming story that unfolds slowly. Arthur is a likeable protagonist.
    • 5/5
      Loved this book. Being of an age I could relate to the story but the writing is intelligent, funny and descriptive but not boring with too much description. The characters are well developed and likable. The narration is great!
    • 5/5
      This is one of the very best books I have read in a long time. I have found my new favorite author! I
    • 5/5
      This book was a wonderful escape from the stress and bad news these days. It is a story about love and friendship and human growth. The mysteries of the charms keep one reading, but the humor and pathos of the characters make it enjoyable. I enjoyed this book very much.
    • 5/5
      Excellent story and the reader was fabulous ! Very enjoyable !!
    • 5/5
      Even though, at times, I felt like this book moved very slowly, I simply loved learning about Arthur's journey toward, not finding out about his wife's life before him, but about finding his own life without his wife. It was quite a journey, but with one of the happiest endings.
    • 5/5
      Nice pace and development. Lovely characters, imaginative, satisfying scenarios. I wept frequently.
    • 4/5
      Very sweet love story. I enjoyed it. Friend said it was funny, I wouldn’t characterize it as funny but sweet
    • 5/5
      Best book I've read/listened to in a long time. It kept me smiling and laughed aloud a few times. It's charming yet holds little nuggets of wisdom about acceptance of people that are different and learning to embrace adventure at any age. The narrator was a perfect fit as well!
    • 3/5
      It was just ok. Nothing exciting. If given the chance; I wouldn’t read it again.