All the Fun of the Fair Audiobook by Lynda Page
All the Fun of the Fair is an unabridged English audiobook by Lynda Page, narrated by Becky Hindley. Set in the 1950s, it follows a travelling fair family balancing hard work, family ties and changing times. Its 12-hour-plus length suits listeners looking for an extended family saga, though customer feedback is divided on the pacing.
At a glance
- A 1950s story centred on the Grundys and their travelling fair.
- Follows family and friends through demanding work and social change.
- Unabridged narration by Becky Hindley.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The unabridged 12-hour-and-16-minute runtime offers an extended listen for readers drawn to family sagas.
- The setting and plot focus on a travelling fair family rather than a contemporary setting.
Cons
- Some customers describe the story's pacing as slow and laboured.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Length | 12 hours and 16 minutes |
| Edition | Unabridged |
| Language | English |
| Author | Lynda Page |
| Narrator | Becky Hindley |
| Publisher | W. F. Howes Ltd |
| Publication date | 15 Mar. 2018 |
What to know before buying
- Customer feedback is positive overall but reports mixed pacing, so the long runtime may appeal more to listeners comfortable with a measured story.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners interested in historical family sagas and travelling-fair life.
- Audiobook listeners looking for a lengthy unabridged story.
Less suited to
- Listeners who prefer fast-paced plots may find the reported slow, laboured pacing a drawback.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
63% 63% - 4 stars
25% 25% - 3 stars
9% 9% - 2 stars
1% 1% - 1 star
2% 2%
Customer feedback describes the book as a great read, and readability is a reported strength. Reactions to pacing are mixed, with some finding the story slow and laboured. That difference matters for an audiobook lasting over 12 hours: listeners who enjoy an extended family saga may welcome the length, while those seeking a brisk plot may be less suited to it. Aggregate ratings lean positive overall, but do not explain why individual listeners rated it as they did.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the book as a great read.
- Readability is reported positively.
Mixed feedback
- Pacing receives mixed reactions, with some customers finding the story slow and laboured.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrates All the Fun of the Fair?
The audiobook is by Lynda Page and is narrated by Becky Hindley.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 12 hours and 16 minutes, and the edition is unabridged.
What is the story about?
Set in the 1950s, it follows the Grundy family as their travelling fair arrives in town and they face hard work, family pressures and changing times.
Is the pacing fast?
Customer feedback is mixed on pacing, with some describing the story as slow and laboured.
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