The Lantern: A Novel Audiobook

" This book was meh. The "big reveal" of what happened to Rachel was a big let down and a bit of a cop out. And the "big romance", which was the central relationship of the novel, I never saw happen. Probably because the author TOLD us it happened within a few pages and as the reader we're just supposed to go with it: "Meeting Dom was the most incredible thing that had ever happened to me. A classic whirlwind romance.". I would've cared more about what happened to these lovebirds if I'd seen any semblance of a romance between them. As it was, I couldn't understand why she didn't just leave the guy, his big "Rachel secret" and the creepy house and go find a fabulous Frenchman somewhere else in Provence. "

" I loved this book! A little over-descriptive in places, but otherwise I couldn't stop reading. Excellent build-up of mystery and tension throughout. "

" Took reading most of the book before I became interested. Almost gave it up but enjoyed the way the author described scenes. Not really much of a plot but the last 1/4 of book brought the different time frames together. "

" A modern gothic novel of secrets, love and murder set against the lush backdrop of Provence. "

" A very well-thought out story. It was a little like a Mary Higgins Clark story, but I thought it played out much too slowly for my taste. "

" what could have been a good ghost story limps to a explanatory end "

" Lawrenson is a very descriptive writer, now I'm into reading about Provence. Good book, I thought it was just a well written ghost story/mystery, but packs a triple punch at the end! "

" Great gothic read. It is difficult to find books of this genre now-a-days and I would definitely read more books by this author. "

" If you love Rebecca, you will like The Lantern. It is a very obvious tribute to Du Maurier, sometimes a bit too much of one. But modern gothic-y fun. "

" This rating should actually be 3 1/2 stars. Good story but not as creepy as I would have liked and a little too much description. All in all, well worth reading. "

" SLOOOOOOW. Builds to a conclusion that is satisfying only because the book is finally over. Skip. "

" One of my friends lent me this book. I found it confusing at first until I got the feel of the book. Good book to read, now I would like to read Rebecca. "

" ok it's definitely a beach read 4 stars; 3.5 elsewhere. ghosts, mystery, past and present stories coming together. a little fluffy, but overall well developed and paced "

" Actually would rate this 4.25-4.50. Read the first 25% with no idea what was going on. Almost gave up so glad I stayed with it. Great story, loved how it all wrapped up in the end "

" This book was timely for me as I was reading it on vacation after days after driving through Provence, so that was a kick for me. As far as the actual book goes, it was a decent beach read. "

" It was an okay read. A bit too shallow in character development but entertaining. It probably would make an enjoyable movie. "

" A hauntingly, beautifully written book. I enjoyed the lush descriptions and the bow to "Rebecca". :) "

" A real page-turner. Part Gothic, part CSI, all good. Sure to please! "

" Sort of a modern day "Rebecca." Set in a French villa. "

" This book was recommended to me by a friend - mostly because it takes place in France. I didn't get through the first 50 pages. It just didn't interest me - I found it boring. "

" 3 1/4 stars for this one. . . .it was good but not great. The storyline didn't really captivate me and the ending was a big let down. . . nothing like "Rebecca" (which it has been compared to). "

" Attracted to the setting in Provence, I picked up this book with parallel stories in time, the connection being an old farm house/village. The older story is interesting and well developed the modern story felt lacking. "

" I LOVED this book... so reminiscent of "Rebecca"--with a mixture of modern gothic undertones woven into the mystery. I wish it could have gone on and on. "

" I was disappointed in this book. I had trouble following the transitions from chapter to chapter as the narrator changed. Just felt that there was a lot missing. Meh, "

" Good book, although I'm not much into ghost stories. It did not turn out as expected, in a good way. The descriptions of the old hamlet are so detailed it made me want to move into one and fix it up myself. "

" Attracted to the setting in Provence, I picked up this book with parallel stories in time, the connection being an old farm house/village. The older story is interesting and well developed the modern story felt lacking. "

" This book is probably a 3+. Part of the story is aactually told by a ghost and I'm not big into that, but it was interwoven with current happenings. It actually made it intriguing and I definitely wanted to read it to the end. "

" This was a fun read and was reminiscent of Rebecca, but included a storyline that took place in history as well as the current storyline. "

" The book contained many of the elements of my favorite reads: mystery, dynamics of human relationships, and a setting in a foreign country. "

" couldn't wait for this book to just end. "

" A woman, nicknamed Eve, and her lover have purchased an old house in Provence. From the beginning, though, they are surrounded by the memories and spirits of the area. A gorgeous book in the vein of Rebecca. "

" This was a little slow moving despite the alternating chapters. I'd still recommend it though. "