A New Life in the Château Audiobook by Sarah Long
A New Life in the Château is an unabridged English audiobook by Sarah Long, narrated by Helen Lloyd. It follows a group of friends sharing a château in Normandy as they open a B&B to fund its upkeep, with new guests bringing fresh complications.
At a glance
- The story centres on a makeshift family of friends living together in a château in Normandy.
- Opening a B&B to pay for château upkeep brings visitors and new tensions into the community.
- A new baby, returning family members and the arrival of an intriguing artist add to the changing household.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The unabridged format and stated 10-hour, 22-minute length give a clear sense of the listening commitment.
- The plot combines friendship, family life and fresh-start themes with a French château setting.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 10 hours and 22 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Author | Sarah Long |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Helen Lloyd |
| Publisher | Zaffre |
| Publication date | 13 Mar. 2025 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners looking for character-led fiction about friendship and family life.
- Those drawn to a Normandy setting and a plot about shared living, a B&B and new beginnings.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrates A New Life in the Château?
The author is Sarah Long and the narrator is Helen Lloyd.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 10 hours and 22 minutes.
What is the story about?
Friends share a château in Normandy and start a B&B to fund its upkeep. New arrivals, including an intriguing artist, unsettle their established routine.
Is this an abridged edition?
The listing identifies it as unabridged.
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