Counting Chimneys Audiobook by Sandy Taylor
Counting Chimneys is an unabridged audiobook by Sandy Taylor, narrated by Rebecca Courtney. It follows Dottie as a visit to Brighton brings her first love back into her life and puts her new relationship in question.
At a glance
- The plot centres on Dottie’s return to Brighton, where she unexpectedly encounters her first love, Ralph, while she already has a new life and relationship in London.
- The unabridged narration runs for 9 hours and 28 minutes.
Reference price: £13.48
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros
- The full, unabridged presentation offers a substantial listening-length option for listeners who prefer audiobooks to reading.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Author | Sandy Taylor |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Rebecca Courtney |
| Listening length | 9 hours and 28 minutes |
| Format | Audiobook |
| Version | Unabridged |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | W. F. Howes Ltd |
| Publication date | 18 Aug. 2016 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners looking for an emotional romance about old feelings, new relationships and a return to Brighton.
- Fans of Sandy Taylor or listeners following the Brighton Girls trilogy.
Less suited to
- Listeners seeking a short audiobook or a story without romantic conflict.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes an engaging, emotional story, praising its writing and characters. The summary also identifies it as a Brighton Girls trilogy sequel and mentions love, sorrow and teenage life in the sixties. This positive reception may appeal to listeners who enjoy character-led romance, though the rating figures alone cannot establish whether its style will suit every listener.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the emotional story, writing style and characters.
- The story is described as engrossing, and customers value it as a Brighton Girls trilogy sequel.
Frequently asked questions
How long is Counting Chimneys?
The listed listening length is 9 hours and 28 minutes.
Who wrote and narrates Counting Chimneys?
The listed author is Sandy Taylor and the narrator is Rebecca Courtney.
What is Counting Chimneys about?
Dottie has made a new life in London, but a visit to Brighton brings her first love Ralph back into view and unsettles her feelings.
Is this audiobook abridged?
The listing describes it as unabridged.
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