The Simple Rules of Love by Amanda Brookfield – Unabridged Audiobook
Audiobook: The Simple Rules of Love by Amanda Brookfield is an unabridged family drama about the Harrisons, whose close bonds are strained by widowhood, a wedding, relationship upheaval and past losses. Narrated by Emma Powell, its 21-hour-plus runtime suits listeners seeking a long, character-focused story about love and family.
At a glance
- Centres on several generations of the Harrison family as its relationships shift.
- The plot description features Cassie's long-awaited wedding, widowhood, adultery, an unwanted pregnancy and past losses.
- The audiobook is unabridged and narrated by Emma Powell.
Pros and cons
Pros
- A multi-generational family story gives attention to both adult relationships and the next generation.
- The unabridged format preserves the full story as listed.
- Customer feedback describes the characters, writing and family story positively.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 21 hours and 17 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Publication date | 15 July 2024 |
| Author | Amanda Brookfield |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Emma Powell |
| Publisher | Boldwood Books |
What to know before buying
- The listing describes emotionally charged family situations, including adultery, an unwanted pregnancy and bereavement, which may not suit listeners seeking light fiction.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners who enjoy character-led family dramas about love, loss and relationships.
- Those looking for a long, unabridged English-language audiobook.
Less suited to
- Listeners seeking a short audiobook or light, low-conflict subject matter.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback highlights the family story, character development and writing, with listeners describing it as engrossing and hard to put down. The favourable aggregate ratings are consistent with those reported impressions, though ratings alone do not explain individual reactions. The long unabridged format may appeal to listeners who want time with the characters, while the relationship upheavals make this a more emotionally involved family drama than light listening.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the story and characters favourably.
- Customer feedback praises the writing and readability.
- Listeners describe the book as engrossing.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Simple Rules of Love about?
It follows the Harrison family as changing generations, widowhood and preparations for Cassie's wedding put family and marital relationships under pressure.
Who narrates the audiobook?
The listing names Emma Powell as narrator.
Is this an abridged audiobook?
No. The listing describes it as unabridged.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 21 hours and 17 minutes.
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