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Emily Goes to Exeter: A Novel of Regency England Audiobook
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The New York Times bestselling Traveling Matchmaker series begins with a Regency tale of seductive subterfuge—from the author of the Agatha Raisin novels
A dead employer’s legacy of five thousand pounds allows spinster Hannah Pym to resign from housekeeping and find adventure traveling the English countryside by coach. But the adventure soon finds Miss Pym traveling with Miss Emily Freemantle, a spoiled, violet-eyed beauty fleeing an arranged marriage to a rake she has never met. When Emily’s darkly handsome betrothed boards their stage, Miss Pym is certain the girl was rash to bolt from this aristocratic catch! So, as soon as the travelers repair to an inn, Miss Pym begins her matchmaking. Although Lord Ranger Harley complains he’ll not marry an ungrateful minx, Miss Pym suspects once she’s marshaled the couple into sharing intimate household chores, all romantic knots will be untangled.
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"While I've read a number of the author's books written as M.C. Beaton (I especially like the Hamish Macbeth series), this is the first I've read written as Marion Chesney. I've got to say that I loved it! I checked the book out of the library tonight and read it in only a few hours. I enjoyed the characters, and the plot, while not complex, was just what I needed tonight. I've always enjoyed books like this (witness my fondness for Austen), and I plan on reading much more of Marion Chesney."
— Greg (5 out of 5 stars)
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“[In] Chesney’s new Regency series, the Traveling Matchmaker…the passengers…put up at an inn that becomes snowbound. This sets an intimate scene for relationships to wither or flourish and for the forceful Ms. Pym to determinedly apply her matchmaking skills. Like some of Chesney’s spinsters in earlier series, Hannah Pym is not above an amusing deviousness, which brings about the happy endings in this unstartling, light entertainment.”
— Publishers Weekly
Emily Goes to Exeter Listener Reviews
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" Light, fun, entertaining. Hannah Pym is a great character. The series (all 6 books) are quick reads - each claimed only 2-3 hours of my time. I think they're out of print now, and although available on Amazon for the Kindle, your best bet for finding them is your local library. "
— Shala, 2/19/2014 -
" Good library download. I listened while doing other things. "
— Shelly, 2/19/2014 -
" Great read! Refreshing to read something light hearted and quirky and can't wait to read the others in the series! "
— Lynne, 2/9/2014 -
" I loved this whole series! "
— Michelle, 2/9/2014 -
" I was a bit unsure at first as I've previously read some of her Agatha Raisin books and this is very different. Having said that, I did really enjoy it. "
— Kelly, 1/20/2014 -
" Light fun fast reading! Loved the characters. "
— Nanette, 1/19/2014 -
" A nice light read that has a bit of everything, an historical element, a romantic element and even a "cozy" type mystery. For such a quick read there is a lot to keep you entertained and I look forward to downloading the rest in the series. "
— Libbeth, 1/12/2014 -
" Marion Chesney is one of my favorite romance writers. She's written a lot and they are all good, but I especially recommend the six traveling matchmaker books. The school for manners ones are my next favorites. I'm only keeping this one on my list though, I don't think I need all of them. "
— Amber, 1/1/2014 -
" Oddly I started reading this a couple of months ago and couldn't get into it. Since then I've read several McBeaton historical books and went back and really enjoyed the rest of it. "
— Andrea, 12/26/2013 -
" I own this series - Marion Chesney's books are like Cream puffs - delightful, light, and you can't read just one! "
— Aileen, 11/20/2013 -
" Fun read with snowstorms, attempted murder and matchmaking. "
— Rita, 11/5/2013 -
" No literary merit whatsoever. Go for reading a chapter here and there between working though. "
— Zee, 11/4/2013 -
" A bit ridiculous, but cute. "
— Erin, 9/20/2013 -
" This author was recommended to me by my neighbor, who is an English Lit professor. I am thoroughly enjoying this series. A bit of adventure, romance and mystery. I love the characters, especially Hannah Pim. "
— Kelly, 7/29/2013 -
" A nice quick read to add some regency fun to your day. A good start to another amazing series by M.C.Beaton. "
— Samantha, 4/29/2013 -
" A quick, fun read - very enjoyable and entertaining. Ages since I read any Marion Chesney Regencies and now I'm going to dig out the rest of this series :0) "
— Elizabeth, 4/1/2013 -
" I really enjoyed this book. It was an easy read and a feel good book. I really would like to read the other books in the series. "
— Katie, 1/23/2013 -
" I read all of the Traveling Matchmaker books in a week or so. They are short and fun. Very light reading but very enjoyable! "
— Kathryn, 1/10/2013
About M. C. Beaton
M. C. Beaton (1936–2019), hailed as the “Queen of Crime” by the Globe and Mail, was the author of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling Agatha Raisin novels—the basis for the hit series on Acorn TV—as well as the Hamish Macbeth series. Born in Scotland, Beaton also wrote nearly one hundred historical romances under several pseudonyms. Her books have been translated into nineteen languages and sold more than twenty-two million copies worldwide.
About Helen Lisanti
Helen Lisanti graduated from London’s Guildhall School of Music and Drama and performed on stage in numerous repertory and West End plays before moving to the United States, where she has worked as a voice actor for more than fifteen years. Helen’s eclectic résumé includes corporate productions, e-learning projects, television, radio, and Internet commercials. She has narrated several children’s stories, timeless classics, and was a 2007 Hollywood Book Festival audiobook category winner.