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The Brave: A Novel Audiobook
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There's little love in eight-year-old Tom Bedford's life. His parents are old and remote and the boarding school they've sent him to bristles with bullies and sadistic staff. The only comfort he gets is from his fantasy world of Cowboys and Indians. But when his sister Diane, a rising star of stage and screen, falls in love with one of his idols, the suave TV cowboy Ray Montane, Tom's life is transformed. They move to Hollywood and all his dreams seem to have come true. Soon, however, the sinister side of Tinseltown casts its shadow and a shocking act of violence changes their lives forever.
What happened all those years ago remains a secret that corrodes Tom's life and wrecks his marriage. Only when his estranged son, a US Marine, is charged with murder do the events resurface, forcing him to confront his demons. As he struggles to save his son's life, he will learn the true meaning of bravery.
Powerfully written and intensely moving, The Brave traces the legacy of violence behind the myth of the American West and explores our quest for love and identity, the fallibility of heroes and the devastating effects of family secrets.
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"Really liked this one! I have been waiting for Evans to write another one and it didn't let me down. Great plot, well developed characters and emotions. I loved his idea of going back and forth in time while telling the story.. I don't think the book would have worked so well if he hadn't use such format. I couldn't wait to see what was going to happen next and was very pleased by the end as well. Well done, Mr. Evans!! =)"
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“Combining elements of the prep school drama, the Hollywood novel, the western, and the war story, Evans…skillfully mixes genres to create a real crowd-pleaser.”
— Publishers Weekly -
“Ever the master of intense and complex relationships, Evans has crafted a time-traveling plot that admirably juggles issues of identity and fidelity to one’s self and one’s principles.”
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“Evans displays a sure hand.”
— Library Journal -
“The Brave is an engrossing tale.”
— BookPage
The Brave Listener Reviews
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" I love Nicholas Evans! Not the notebook guy!! I read this book in a couple of days. Good, enjoyable fast read. "
— Nikki, 2/19/2014 -
" This book had horrible, dirty language and I would never have finished it, but the first chapter is actually kind of the ending, so I had to know what put this mom on death row. Would never recommend it! "
— Beverly, 2/5/2014 -
" I really enjoyed this book. The tale of Tom Bedford, raised by his grand parents all the while believing they are his real parents. He finds out that he is the son of the woman he was raised to believe was his sister. The story skips from past to present and back again telling the good and bad of Tom Bedford's life. A very poignant tale of a family's tragic life occasionally including happier times. "
— Pam, 1/23/2014 -
" Very surprised by this poor book - his sister/mother!! I loved all of Nicholas Evan's other books. Very disappointed in this one. "
— Dawn, 1/22/2014 -
" Lots of plot and character development-- reminds of me of a movie in its twists and suspense. Like the setting in 50's-60's hollywood, England, and the western US. Might pick for book club. "
— Kerry, 1/20/2014 -
" A fast read with some time traveling that works and complicated family dynamics come to fore. From a boarding school experience (bad) to a son who is a US Marine in trouble - fascinating. "
— Sally, 1/19/2014 -
" The moral/truism as stated/revealed at the end made the rest of the book beem overwrought. "
— Christopher, 1/12/2014 -
" I liked the story better than the ending. "
— Amy, 1/4/2014 -
" Good story with anticipation of the ending "
— Chris, 12/18/2013 -
" Was a bit slow to start but liked it once I got in to it "
— Adrienne, 12/17/2013 -
" I really enjoyed this book - well I will admit I love everything this author has written and can't wait for more. I enjoy a story of adversity and triumph, with a bit of history and emtional growth thrown in! "
— Paula, 12/7/2013 -
" What a great book! Once I got over being confused about the back - and - forth style of writing, I couldn't put it down! I must say that the general end of the story was good, but I was a little dissapointed in the very end. Still a great read, though. "
— Cheryl, 11/22/2013 -
" Would give it 3 1/2 stars----could have been better if he showed changes from present day to the past, since it skipped back and forth and took awhile to determine where you were in time. "
— Diane, 11/2/2013 -
" From the author of The Horse Whisperer. Excellent read. A bit rushed at the end, but, nonetheless, one of the best books I've read in a while. I kept thinking about it when I wasn't reading..which is always a signal that I'm really loving a book! Highly recommend this one. "
— Laura, 11/27/2012 -
" The book was great up untill the last fifty pages where I felt the writer rushed the ending. In saying that its a great read and Evans doesn't disapoint. His story telling is so discripted that it feels like your a fly on the wall watching the different characters being played out in the book. "
— Lorraine, 5/27/2012 -
" eh, it was no Horse Whisperer, but it was ok. "
— Lori, 11/3/2011 -
" Note to self. Do not listen to Michael Emerson describe love making scenes, whilst driving. This can lead to serious accidents or missing your turn off on the duel carriageway! "
— Angela, 7/27/2011 -
" Poorly written (way too much gratuitous jumping around) and morally bankrupt. (Mass murderer lives happily ever after? Sorry.) "
— Mary, 5/2/2011 -
" Had a twist at the end I didn't expect "
— Judy, 4/19/2011 -
" Loved this story...moving from past to present and back. I love how the story comes together. "
— Amy, 12/30/2010 -
" anxious for this new nicholas evans novel - october 12th release "
— Betsy, 12/21/2010 -
" I have been waiting for YEARS for him to come out with a new book! I CANNOT wait to read this one - lookout GA book club... "
— Jenny, 10/2/2010
About Nicholas Evans
Nicholas Evans studied law at Oxford after serving in Africa with Voluntary Service Overseas. He then worked as a newspaper reporter, television producer, and screenwriter before writing four New York Times bestselling novels. His first book, The Horse Whisperer, was made into a movie directed by Robert Redford. He lives in Devon with his wife, singer/songwriter Charlotte Gordon Cumming.
About Michael Emerson
Michael Emerson is an American actor who has starred in some of television’s most popular shows, including Lost, Person of Interest, and The Practice. He is known for his distinctive voice. A graduate of the prestigious Professional Actor Training MFA program run by both the Alabama Shakespeare Festival and the University of Alabama Department of Theater and Dance, his passion is acting on stage.