The Wheelwright Girl Audiobook by Tania Crosse
The Wheelwright Girl is an unabridged audiobook by Tania Crosse, set in a Dartmoor village during the First World War. It follows Grace Dannings as she takes work at the wheelwright’s mill after its men leave for the front, with the story centring on her ambitions and the people waiting at home.
At a glance
- Historical story set in a Dartmoor village in 1914 as the First World War begins.
- Grace volunteers at a wheelwright’s mill after its men leave for the front.
- The listing describes a focus on village life, women’s changing roles and the families awaiting news.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Unabridged audio runs for 7 hours and 30 minutes, giving listeners a single-format way to follow the story.
- The stated setting and plot offer a blend of village life, wartime change and Grace’s pursuit of a new vocation.
- A named narrator, Emma Powell, is provided in the listing.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 7 hours and 30 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Author | Tania Crosse |
| Narrator | Emma Powell |
| Publisher | W. F. Howes Ltd |
| Publication date | 19 Nov. 2020 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners looking for historical fiction set in an English village during the First World War.
- Those who enjoy character-led stories about women taking on new work and challenging social expectations.
- Audiobook buyers seeking an unabridged story with a stated duration of 7 hours and 30 minutes.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a contemporary setting or a non-fiction account of the First World War.
- Buyers who specifically want a printed or ebook edition rather than audio.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
65% 65% - 4 stars
23% 23% - 3 stars
8% 8% - 2 stars
2% 2% - 1 star
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Customer feedback describes the book as an easy read with a strong story, and the English-village setting is singled out positively. These impressions suit the listing’s village-centred historical plot, but the aggregate ratings cannot establish how every listener will respond to its pace or narration.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the book as easy to read.
- Customer feedback praises the story and notes the English-village setting.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Wheelwright Girl about?
Set in Dartmoor in 1914, it follows farmer’s daughter Grace Dannings as she volunteers at a wheelwright’s mill after its men leave for the war.
Who wrote and narrates this audiobook?
The listing names Tania Crosse as the author and Emma Powell as the narrator.
How long is the audiobook?
The stated listening length is 7 hours and 30 minutes.
Is this an abridged edition?
The listing identifies the audiobook version as unabridged.
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