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Silver Girl: A Novel Audiobook
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Meredith Martin Delinn just lost everything: her friends, her homes, her social standing — because her husband Freddy cheated rich investors out of billions of dollars.
Desperate and facing homelessness, Meredith receives a call from her old best friend, Constance Flute. Connie's had recent worries of her own, and the two depart for a summer on Nantucket in an attempt to heal. But the island can't offer complete escape, and they're plagued by new and old troubles alike. When Connie's brother Toby — Meredith's high school boyfriend — arrives, Meredith must reconcile the differences between the life she is leading and the life she could have had.
Set against the backdrop of a Nantucket summer, Elin Hilderbrand delivers a suspenseful story of the power of friendship, the pull of love, and the beauty of forgiveness.
“Clearly the Madoff family inspired this plot, but Hilderbrand gives it her own sun-kissed, optimistic spin — which is not to say it’s all Rosa rugosa, just that there’s a silver lining to the ugliest of circumstances.” —Elisabeth Egan, New York Times
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"Great book and at first, it was hard to see Meredith as a sympathetic character but as you read more back story, it was easier to believe. Glad to see both characters get their happy ending and to see some recurring island characters from precious books."
— Melissa (4 out of 5 stars)
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“Hilderbrand’s tone is breezy and easy as always.”
— Entertainment Weekly -
“Hilderbrand captivates with racy narrative, topical references, and characters who are both familiar and memorable.”
— People -
“Takes the chick-lit trope of reclaimed friendship and updates it with a timely twist…Hilderbrand throws in a handful of plot twists that bounce the story along like a funky old jeep…Silver Girl is the kind of safe investment beachgoers should adore.”
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“The Ponzi scheme that Meredith’s husband was involved in is a perfect setting for our times, and her glam social life had everything under the sun. It was all taken away quickly; so watching her remember the things that made her who she was and the woman she will have to become makes for an enjoyable read.”
— Seattle Post-Intelligencer -
“It provides a pacey read, with colorful characters that have fascinating motivations. I couldn’t get them out of my head for days.”
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“Hilderbrand’s specialty is grown-up relationships in grown-up situations.”
— Cape Cod Times -
“In Hilderbrand’s absorbing latest…much of the novel is told in flashback as Connie and Meredith work through their crises, but Hilderbrand’s talents keep those memories as resonant as the present day. Longtime fans and newcomers alike will delight in this timely, touching story of loss, love, friendship, and forgiveness.”
— Publishers Weekly -
“Hilderbrand does a wonderful job of painting a picture of a confused and angry yet lovestruck wife. She reminds us of the extent women will go to to protect their husbands, even if their husbands are in the wrong. The incorporation of past events is woven seamlessly into the present, and all of the details and characters are crucial to the plot….All in all it is a solid story.”
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“Beach reading par excellence.”
— Library Journal -
“Another winner from Hilderbrand, who in this sensitive and suspenseful tale succeeds in portraying a seemingly unlikable character, besieged Meredith, and making her human.”
— Booklist -
“Clearly the Madoff family inspired this plot, but Hilderbrand gives it her own sun-kissed, optimistic spin — which is not to say it’s all Rosa rugosa, just that there’s a silver lining to the ugliest of circumstances.”—Elisabeth Egan, New York Times
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A USA Today bestseller
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A New York Times bestseller
Silver Girl Listener Reviews
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" I really enjoyed this book and I would have rated it a 5 other than the predictable romance theme of the book, with the complicated relationships of the characters the romances were just too typical of most romance novels "
— Lark, 2/7/2014 -
" I think that this book was really a good book. I am enjoying reading Elin Hilderbrand alot. "
— Cindy, 2/4/2014 -
" It was a decent book. A little slow, and I thought some of her other stuff was better. But, still wanted to know what happened at the end. "
— Deborah, 1/23/2014 -
" I'm not one to read "chick lit" which I considered this novel to be,but I really enjoyed it. "
— Jerrle, 1/20/2014 -
" I was interested in hedge fund jerks!!!!! "
— Courtney, 1/3/2014 -
" I love Elin Hilderbrand- this was one of her best "
— Diane, 1/1/2014 -
" A mindless beach read where all the characters are totally good or totally bad but if that's what you're in the mood for, this is entertaining enough. "
— Deedee, 12/31/2013 -
" Probably not what really happened between Ruth and Bernie, but an interesting fictionalized take on the situation. LOVE the backdrop of Nantucket. Will definitely read more of her books for easy reading. "
— Sonia, 12/30/2013 -
" I liked this one, perfect beach read. "
— Oceandreamer001, 12/30/2013 -
" Boring! Did NOT enjoy this one at all. "
— Missy, 12/17/2013 -
" I love this author! She is a perfect summer read! All her books are set in Nantucket and she is an mazing story writer. "
— Isabel, 11/28/2013 -
" I liked this book better than the only other book I've read by Elinor. I think I liked it enough to try another of hers. "
— Laurel, 11/20/2013 -
" I know this book is not necessarily great literature, but I loved everything about it. I loved the characters, the setting, the story, everything. I have loved all of Elin Hilderbrand's books. "
— Allison, 10/16/2013 -
" This book was okay, just okay. I wanted to know more about the husband, the criminal who stole people's fortunes by illegally investing their money into a Ponzi scheme. I kept reading, thinking it would tell me more about Frank and his motives and thoughts, but it never did. "
— Andrea, 10/4/2013 -
" If there were a 3.5 stars I would have given it that. It was a typical Hilderbrand chic novel. She wrote a novel putting a character in the situation of going thru what Bernie Madoff's wife might have went thru. It was ok. To me, a bit contrived. "
— Theresa, 10/2/2013 -
" This book deserves a 5++++! Hilderbrand outdid herself--read this one! "
— Doris, 9/30/2013 -
" I loved this story! It was very personal to me, and thanks to being sick, I read it all in one day. Not recommending for anyone else-----just me! "
— Ellie, 9/23/2013 -
" A story I loved to read. "
— Sherri, 8/29/2013 -
" blah...didn't care about any of the characters. Not a page turner for me. "
— Allison, 4/10/2013 -
" Enjoyable from point of view from the wife of Ponzzi schemer...fun read! "
— Candy, 2/25/2013 -
" Great book--just like all of Elin Hilderbrand's novels are!! "
— Tawnya, 2/20/2013 -
" predictable and sort of ridiculous, but entertaining and a fast, mindless read. :) "
— Erica, 6/6/2012 -
" A bit surreal reading about Ruth Madoff (right down to the anecdote about how she can't get her hair done anymore) but pretty entertaining nonetheless. "
— Kaitlyn, 5/16/2012 -
" On of my favorites that I've read of hers. Right up there with The Island and The Blue Bistro. "
— Shelly, 4/29/2012 -
" TRITE! Could not finish "
— Amy, 1/25/2012 -
" Elin Hilderbrand's books are good beach reads - light, don't have to think too much. But this one was better than the others I'd read. The main character is modeled after Bernie Madoff's wife. "
— Lori, 1/10/2012 -
" This one starts out slow and at first I felt like it kept repeating itself. As the story progressed I really started to enjoy it. By the end, I couldn't put it down. Unfortunately I didn't love the ending, but it was probably how it would have played out "in real life". "
— Carla, 12/26/2011 -
" I picked this book up on vacation to read on the beach. It was well written and kept my interest. I enjoyed the writing so much that I bought and read all of her books in print. Reminds us of putting ourselves in others shoes and not judging. "
— Mare, 6/6/2011 -
" Fun summer beachy read! Definitely take it with you on vacation. In fact, take all of Elin's books on vacation because you'll want to read one every day. "
— Miriam, 5/30/2011 -
" Think Bernie Madoff then his wife, Ruth. Could she possibly not know? This issue is examined in Elin Hulderbrand latest book set, guess where, in Nantucket. "
— Pat, 5/23/2011 -
" Another great beach read from Elin Hilderbrand! "
— Red, 4/5/2011 -
" This was a great book...very traditional "summer read" by Elin Hilderbrand...but that is exactly what I expect from her...a great story with terrific characters...a little romance a little conflict...and a nice ending wrapped up with a bow :) "
— Stephanie, 3/13/2011
About Elin Hilderbrand
Elin Hilderbrand is the New York Times bestselling author of numerous novels, including the Nantucket series, the Winter series, and over a dozen stand-alone novels, as well as two novellas. Her book Barefoot was a finalist for the 2008 Romantic Novel of the Year Award.
About the Narrators
Janet Metzger, an Earphones Award–winning narrator, has performed as a stage, television, voice, and film actor and as a jazz vocalist in hotels and supper clubs. For five years she was the voice of Headline News, now HLN, during which time she also promoted features and news stories for CNN and CNN International. She is a graduate of Florida State University.
Marianne Fraulo has run the gamut from experimental theater in Italy to club comedy in NYC. Marianne is a founding member and former artistic director of Theatrical Outfit.