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Lowcountry Summer: A Plantation Novel Audiobook

By: Dorothea Benton Frank
Lowcountry Summer: A Plantation Novel Audiobook, by Dorothea Benton Frank Play Audiobook Sample
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Read By: Robin Miles Publisher: HarperAudio Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 8.17 hours at 1.5x Speed 6.13 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: June 2010 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9780061988776
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Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

90

Longest Chapter Length:

09:58 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

03:58 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

08:08 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

17

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Publisher Description

“Frank…writes with genuine adoration for and authority on the South Carolina Lowcountry from which she sprang….[Her] stuff is never escapist fluff—it’s the real deal.” —Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Return to Tall Pines in the long-awaited sequel to Dorothea Benton Frank’s beloved bestseller Plantation. Lowcountry Summer is the story of the changing anatomy of a family after the loss of its matriarch, sparkling with the inimitable Dot Frank’s warmth and humor. The much-beloved New York Times bestselling author follows the recent success of Return to Sullivans Island, Bulls Island, and Land of Mango Sunsets with a tale rich in atmosphere and unforgettable scenes of Southern life, once again placing her at the dais, alongside Anne Rivers Siddons, Sue Monk Kidd, Rebecca Wells, Pat Conroy, and other masters of contemporary Southern fiction.

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"Dorothea Frank wrote another outstanding novel about a quirky family and how they band together as they face issues of alcoholism, family separation, sudden and violent death of a favorite friend, and teen promiscuity. And, how they come to terms with how their mother raised them to face these situations. Good reflections and wonderful descriptions of the Edisto River lowcountry."

— Katy (4 out of 5 stars)

Quotes

  • “Seriously hilarious. Lowcountry Summer is also an incredibly poignant story of the relationship between a brother and sister. As only she can, Dorothea Benton Frank shows how we can survive loss, and explores the strong emotions home and family inspire. Get ready to laugh and cry.”

    — Kathryn Stockett, author of The Help

  • “Lowcountry Summer has it all: a sassy, lovable narrator; great, believable characters; laugh-out-loud lines; page-turning action; and surprising plot twists. In other words, it’s Dorothea Benton Frank at her best.”

    — Cassandra King, author of Queen of Broken Hearts

  • “A reader need only close her eyes for a moment to feel that thick-sticky heat, smell the wild salt marshes…Frank’s stuff is never escapist fluff—it’s the real deal.”

    — Atlanta Journal-Constitution

  • “Here’s one for the Southern gals as well as Yankees who appreciate Frank’s signature mix of sass, sex, and gargantuan personalities…Below the always funny theatrics, however, is a compelling saga of loss and acceptance. When Frank nails it, she really nails it, and she does so here.”

    — Publishers Weekly (starred review)

  • “A richly atmospheric tale of a loving, if dysfunctional, southern family.”

    — Booklist

Awards

  • A New York Times bestseller
  • A Publishers Weekly bestseller

Lowcountry Summer Listener Reviews

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  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I think I liked Pawley's Island a little better, but this was really interesting also. "

    — Jewett, 2/17/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Funny,sad book revisiting family from Plantation novel. "

    — Lyn, 2/14/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " this book was interesting i enjoyed reading it... i loved the gossipy take on things and the high society of Caroline fit her character the omg moments kept me reading, the sad events kept me reading, the drama kept me reading and the happy ending made me smile.... all in all a good read.... "

    — Angelic, 1/24/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " This book was a little difficult for me to get into, but ended up being enjoyable. Not my favorite by this author. "

    — Sandy, 1/21/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " It was a good sequel. "

    — Kathy, 1/9/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Always love Dorothea Benton Frank's books. Heading to Charleston April 2010 to do a little more exploring. "

    — Mary, 12/1/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Always a good summer read. "

    — Lynn, 11/15/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Well written and easy to read, a little too true for this southern girl!! Not my favorite subbject - my life!! "

    — Lesley, 11/14/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " The smug know-it-all voice of the narrator got old by the middle of the book, but the story was fine and overall it was not a bad summer read. "

    — Annie, 11/6/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I thought it was a very interesting book...really enjoyed the author's writing style :) "

    — Meghan, 10/27/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I liked some of her other books a lot more. still love her humor. seemed to be more 'messaging/insight' about issues like children, divorce... in this book. "

    — Sue, 10/3/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I found this to be a boring book, I just could not get into reading it. "

    — Christine, 4/15/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Good Southern summer fluff. Brilliant understanding of a certain facet of Southern culture and a certain time in life for a generation of Southern women. "

    — Sarah, 10/23/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Mildly entertaining beach read. "

    — Erin, 10/11/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " My first Dorothes Benton Frank Book! I really enjoyed this book. The characters pull you in and you feel as if you are really there. I walked into the bookstore last week and was thrilled to see so many books by this author. I can't wait to read the other books. "

    — Deborah, 6/30/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Better than her last books. This one was not so predictable & a good read with some surprises. "

    — Kathrine, 3/27/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " nice beach read about a woman in her 40's and her brother, full of family drama "

    — Gerianne, 3/2/2012
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Not one of my favorites. There wasn't really any character that I could relate to. "

    — Susan, 2/19/2012
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " This book didnt sustain my interest, I was disappointed! "

    — Debbie, 2/3/2012
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Not my favorite of DBF. "

    — Deb, 1/24/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Not as good as others of hers I have read. "

    — Dana, 10/28/2011
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " Ugh. Couldn't make it past page 50. So boring. Thank God it was a freebie! "

    — Molly, 9/11/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " A nice easy read about the life of a Southern Family. I never read the previous book, Plantation, but that really didn't seem to matter. I was able to easily figure out who all the characters where and how they were all interrelated. "

    — Catrina, 9/11/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I continue to enjoy the Dorothea Benton Frank novels (she is a Southern writer whose settings are the South Carolina islands). This is her latest novel and the characters are from her earlier novel, Plantation. Enjoyable, fun read! "

    — Bonnie, 5/20/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " It was a good quick summer read. Reminded me of the Help but not as good. "

    — Ellyn, 5/19/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I really did enjoy this book! Even named my nookcolor after the main character. She is loving, caring and fiercely loyal! Don't mess with the people this woman loves, and when I grow up...I wanna be just like her. ;0) "

    — Jan, 5/10/2011
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " I usually like Dorothea Benton Frank - she writes Southern chick-lit set in sleepy South Carolina coastal towns - but this sequel was pretty terrible. If you are looking for something fun to read on the beach, Benton-Frank has written some good ones, but avoid her sequels. "

    — Robin, 5/8/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Not one of her more interesting books, but ties together some of characters in other books. Seemed kind of simplistic. Good beach type read. "

    — Virginia, 4/22/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I loved this book! Imagining myself living on a plantation somewhere is my new pasttime. The author has such an excellent sense of humor. Some of the things the main character, Caroline, says just crack me up! The dialog reminds me somewhat of Janet Evanovitch who I adore. Great summer read! "

    — Julie, 4/21/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " A continuation of an earlier book, the story revolves around a southern plantation family. Their interesting lives continue to effect one another as they navigate the difficulties they encounter. A good follow-up story. "

    — Sue, 4/9/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " this book was interesting i enjoyed reading it... i loved the gossipy take on things and the high society of Caroline fit her character the omg moments kept me reading, the sad events kept me reading, the drama kept me reading and the happy ending made me smile.... all in all a good read.... "

    — Angelic, 4/3/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " nice beach read about a woman in her 40's and her brother, full of family drama "

    — Gerianne, 3/26/2011

About Dorothea Benton Frank

Dorothea Benton Frank (1951–2019) was the New York Times bestselling author of Bulls Island, The Christmas Pearl, The Land of Mango Sunsets, and many other books. She appeared on the Today show and Parker Ladd’s Book Talk. She was a frequent speaker on creative writing and the creative process for students of all ages and in private venues, such as the National Arts Club, the Junior League of New York, Friends of the Library, and the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

About Robin Miles

Robin Miles, named a Golden Voice by AudioFile magazine, has twice won the prestigious Audie Award for Best Narration, an Audie Award for directing, and many Earphones Awards. Her film and television acting credits include The Last Days of Disco, Primary Colors, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Law & Order, New York Undercover, National Geographic’s Tales from the Wild, All My Children, and One Life to Live. She regularly gives seminars to members of SAG and AFTRA actors’ unions, and in 2005 she started Narration Arts Workshop in New York City, offering audiobook recording classes and coaching. She holds a BA degree in theater studies from Yale University, an MFA in acting from the Yale School of Drama, and a certificate from the British American Drama Academy in England.