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Nine Lessons: A Josephine Tey Mystery Audiobook, by Nicola Upson Play Audiobook Sample

Nine Lessons: A Josephine Tey Mystery Audiobook

Nine Lessons: A Josephine Tey Mystery Audiobook, by Nicola Upson Play Audiobook Sample
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Read By: Wanda McCaddon Publisher: Blackstone Publishing Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 7.17 hours at 1.5x Speed 5.38 hours at 2.0x Speed Series: The Josephine Tey Mysteries Release Date: October 2017 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9781538452691

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

26

Longest Chapter Length:

46:03 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

02:19 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

24:52 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

11

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Publisher Description

Josephine Tey, a sharp-witted amateur sleuth based on the celebrated Golden Age mystery writer, returns in the seventh in Nicola Upson’s critically acclaimed series, perfect for readers of Agatha Christie and Jacqueline Winspear.

Called to the peaceful wooded churchyard of St John-at-Hampstead, Detective Chief Inspector Archie Penrose faces one of the most audacious and unusual murders of his career. The body of the church’s organist is found in an opened grave, together with a photograph of a manor house and a cryptic note. The image leads Archie to Cambridge, where the crisp autumn air has brought with it bustling life to the ancient university and town.

Mystery author Josephine Tey and Archie’s lover Bridget Foley have each recently settled in Cambridge, though both women are not equally happy to see him. One has concealed an important secret from Archie which now threatens to come to light. Meanwhile, the change of seasons has also brought with it a series of vicious attacks against women in town, spreading fear and suspicion through the community.

Soon, another body is revealed, and in the shadow of King’s College Chapel, Archie uncovers a connection twenty-five years old which haunted both victims—as well as some of their living companions. As Archie and Josephine each grapple with savage malefactors intent on making their victims pay, they must race to stop another attack in this beautifully written, intricately plotted mystery.

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“Fans of Charles Todd, Jacqueline Winspear, or Tey herself are sure to adore Nicola Upson’s journey into 1930s England…Readers interested in Britain between the wars will particularly appreciate the grim undercurrents, but anyone can enjoy this clever mystery.”

— Shelf Awareness

Quotes

  • “A terrific read…Elegant…A memorable novel.”

    — San Francisco Book Review
  • “The writing is crisp and sharp, with the authentic feel of England lending credence to the tale. The plot twists and turns like a whirligig, taking the reader for an enjoyable ride. Heartily recommended.”

    — Historical Novels Review
  • “Superlative…Upson successfully incorporates moving and complex interpersonal conflicts involving her main characters into an intricate, credible whodunit story line.”

    — Publishers Weekly (starred review)
  • “A skillful blend of fact and fiction with compelling plotlines and vivid evocation of 1937 England.”

    — Booklist
  • “The culture of England between the two World Wars comes vividly to life…Fans of historical British mysteries…will delight in this old-fashioned whodunit starring characters with depth and heart.”

    — Library Journal

Awards

  • Shortlisted for the 2018 CWA Historical Dagger award

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About Nicola Upson

Nicola Upson is the award-winning author of several novels, including An Expert in Murder, Angel with Two Faces, and Two for Sorrow. She was the winner of an Escalator/Arts Council England award in 2006 for her debut novel, An Expert in Murder. She is also the author of a number of nonfiction books, including Mythologies: the Sculpture of Helaine Blumenfeld and In Good Company: A Snapshot of Theatre and the Arts.

About Wanda McCaddon

Wanda McCaddon (d. 2023) narrated well over six hundred titles for major audiobook publishers, sometimes with the pseudonym Nadia May or Donada Peters. She earned the prestigious Audio Award for best narration and numerous Earphones Awards. She was named a Golden Voice by AudioFile magazine.