Holly (1963) – Jude Deveraux Free Audiobook

Written by Jude Deveraux
Read by Jennifer Wiltsie
Format: MP3
Bitrate: 64 Kbps
Unabridged

Taggert Series, Book 4
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
Release date: November 1, 2003
Duration: 05:51:05

When Hollander Latham’s parents purchase Spring Hill—a beautiful North Carolina plantation—she’s thrilled that she can finally return to the gorgeous estate where she spent a memorable thirteenth summer. Now a successful architect, she fantasizes about reuniting with Spring Hill’s neighbor, the wealthy heir Laurence Beaumont, whom she fell in love with during that long-ago summer.

But as Christmas fast approaches, her plans for a romantic re-connection turn upside down with the arrival of Nick Taggert, a mysterious stranger who makes her laugh and tempts her with a surprising passion. One man can seduce her with fortune and privilege; the other can promise her the simple gift of love. And on a frost-covered Christmas night, Holly’s choice will unmask astonishing truths and hidden dangers that will forever change her charmed life and her vulnerable heart.

In tones of soft Southern charm edged with erotic passion, Jennifer Wiltsie captivates the listener in this complex story of romance and murder. Wiltsie characterizes Holly, heiress to the Latham fortune, as charming and spunky. The gardener, her recent love interest, is handsome and debonair, but possibly dangerous. Using Southern accents, Wiltsie excels at defining each character. Side breaks are clear, and music enhances the action. Excellent pacing smoothly moves the plot toward an unexpected conclusion as long-held secrets are revealed…… AudioFile

Stephanie Laurens has the long-lasting, involved Cynster family. Jude Deveraux has the intertwined Montgomery and the Taggert. It is too bad so few of the books have ever been recorded unabridged by commercial companies.

This is one of her perennial favorites with readers.