The Choir Audiobook

" The sort of book that leaves a good taste in the mouth - not too demanding, but not a simple, breezy read either. Lovely characters that stayed in my head even after I put the book down. I like Trollope's style. "

" only read half. Puzzling as Carol and I usually like the same books. Couldn't like anyone. I suspect someone who's involved with church choirs might like it more. "

" Takes place in small town in England. Story centers around a boy singing in a choir -- The Dean can think only of preserving the cathedral and gets rid of the choir -- Boy's mother falls in love with organist "

" Least favourite JT. Didn't even finish it.... Too slow "

" Fascinating story about the people living inside the close of an English cathedral city, their lives, loves, intrigues. My favorite by this author. "

" In and amongst reading the crime I enjoy, it's lovely to read Joanna Trollope's gentle and oh-so-observant novels about human relationships. "

" Too many characters, perhaps, and not enough plot, but gods, so well written. "

" Yes, she's good, and yes, I read her, but there always seems to be an underlying anger and depression buried in her books. I cannot find any one quote that pinpoints it, it's more like a mist - I feel that the bloom has gone from the world for a while after reading her books. "

" all trollope books are so easy to read, the pages just whizz by, not fantastic reading, but read a while ago so cant remember the plots, couldnt have been that impressive "

" Joanna Trollope is one of my favourite authors and I think this one her best. Keenly observed novel about life in an English cathedral town. "

" I first saw this as a TV production, and recently came across the book. A really diverse range of characters and a good read. "

" One of Trollope's earlier novels, but a good story with human, believable characters. I always love the very realistic dialogue in her books; her characters think and talk like real people. "

" Mmmm! Not my cup of tea. "

" Another great Joanna Trollope read. Enjoyed the characters and I really love books about life in England. "

" I've read more books in the past couple years of English writers and I must say I'm happy to be a reader. 'The Choir' was an interesting story and kept me on my toes to follow through with each character and the many plot lines. "

" Yes, it's worthwhile for middle aged ladies like me (-: "

" 3-1/2 stars. Took awhile to get into all the characters, but quite a satisfying read. "

" I think I've read everything by Joanna Trollope and this first book she wrote under this pen name is excellent. She has a sure hand with people and relationships. "

" Loved this book! Love the way Trollope writes the interactions of daily life. "

" An English novel with many interesting characters--too many, probably, to be really effective. The story is about a battle to save a cathedral choir, and deals superficially with the role of music in the church. "

" Her writing is timeless, very British and totally delightful to read. Her characters and detail provided make the book sing. "

" This may be one where I liked the film better than the book. Or maybe it's because I saw the Masterpiece Theatre production first. In any case, it was a good reminder of how politics and personalities can get in the way of worship, whether in a cathedral setting or a small-town church. "

" I loved this book. I recommend it highly to anyone interested in the Church of England, music, choirs and human relationships. Gracefully written, funny and interesting. "

" Disappointing. Not up to Ms Trollope's usual standard. "

" loved this, very typical trollope, without the constant staunchly clerical slant. the cathedral, the music, the organ....loved it! "

" A fascinating story revolving around a Cathedral choir, and the people involved. Realistic characters and setting, with a likeable boy caught up in various dramas. Reasonably satisfying conclusion. "

" joanna trollope is one of my favorite writers, always enjoyable. "

" Very enjoyable story depicting life in an English cathedral town. Well-drawn realistic characters. "

" Choral music, England, cathedral, drama... A few of my favorite things! "