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Best-selling author Susan Wittig Albert has delighted fans of all ages with her Cottage Tales of Beatrix Potter. It is now 1907, and in her Lake Country village, Beatrix Potter is about to encounter both woodland magic and an intriguing mystery. As she helps some village children look for fairy folk, she stumbles upon evidence that a flame-haired stranger may have dangerous plans.
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"As good as the first if not better, this reminds me so much of Tolkien's Hobbit style, not the subject matter but this terrific cozy mystery is very appropriate to all ages. If you read to your children this would make an excellent choice, it'll keep you as interested in the storyline as the kids will be by the talking animals.My only problem is that I read this out of order, it seems that Fantastic Fiction listed this out of order it is really the third book in the series, The Tale of Cuckoo Brow Wood (2005) is in fact the 2nd. Now having obtained that from my local library I'll read that one next."
— Kevin (4 out of 5 stars)
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“Enchanting…a delight from start to finish.”
— Publishers Weekly
The Tale of Cuckoo Brow Wood Listener Reviews
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" What a wonderful to spend a day. "
— Ishki, 2/19/2014 -
" The third in the Cottage Tales of Beatrix Potter, The Tale of Cuckoo Brow Wood is not quite as good as the first two books but is still worth reading; it is a charming and fun, quiet, cozy read. I am continuing with the rest of the series. "
— Lisa, 2/17/2014 -
" This book is the first in the series that I read, and then I got all the rest and read them too. It really takes me back to my summers in the Lake District and makes me very homesick! I love the series. I think Ms. Albert got all the details just right. It's charming without being silly. It's well written. It's interesting. The blend of fictional and historical characters is virtually seamless. "
— Marci, 1/6/2014 -
" This book has a bit of the fairy tale element to it, but it has also been found that Beatrix Potter believed in fairies and woodland creatures. Again, another cute story to add to this series. "
— Leah, 1/3/2014 -
" Truly enjoyable whimsy & mystery rolled into one. "
— Marilyn, 12/29/2013 -
" Rats, cats, fairies, and a lady with amysterious past. Is she a witch, or just out to cause trouble in the Land between the Lakes? Beatrix discovers all the answers. "
— Francey, 12/21/2013 -
" I was reading this series out of order. I like reading a series in order, but I finally got to read the first one this year (2009). "
— Dorothy, 12/21/2013 -
" I am enjoying these cozy English country tales. "
— Natalie, 12/12/2013 -
" This is the third in the series about Beatrix Potter. It is very like the others in the series, but cute. "
— Amy, 10/26/2013 -
" A cute story continuing the Cottage Tales series. These books are light, easy reads without being sappy. "
— Marianna, 9/28/2013 -
" I do love this gentle cozy series. "
— Vickie, 9/7/2013 -
" To me this third book was the most charming of the series so far. Entertaining as the problems of the people and the animals intertwine. The coziest of cozies. "
— Leslie, 6/25/2013 -
" A sweet story, set in a tiny English village in 1907, with Beatrix Potter and other nice people, talking animals, and a mystery or two. Just lovely! "
— Carrie, 6/13/2013 -
" Third book in the series. Just as good as the previous two. "
— Diane, 6/5/2013 -
" I really enjoy these Beatrix Potter mysteries. The author weaves in the lives of the animals around Beatrix, showing how they are an inspiration to her for her children's books. The mystery is not about murder (a plus) but is about other sorts of crime. Very fun. "
— Theresa, 4/25/2013 -
" I did not care for this one as much as the first two, by a long shot! "
— Kimberly, 8/12/2012 -
" Just the thing for some light escapism- A whole little world full of eccentric yet relatable characters with a bit of a mystery and a lot of warmth. "
— Alysnyder, 3/14/2012 -
" Miss Potter's new hometown of Holly How is having its share of troubles, and three children, favorites of Beatrix, are counting on the help of the fairies of Cuckoo Brow Wood. Now, with her signature tact, Beatrix must work with her friends-human and animal-to set things right. "
— Eddy, 2/17/2012 -
" Thoroughly enjoying this series. Lighthearted, set in the Lake District (gorgeous!!) and with Beatrix Potter as the heroine. Good stuff. And you don't have to read the stories in order, even though there are references to the other mysteries. "
— Carah, 2/14/2012 -
" oh dear how i love these little beatrix potter mysteries. they are so charming, such gentle reads, really lovely. "
— Emily, 1/16/2012 -
" Each of the books in the series have been really good so I intend to read the others and those she has written in a second series. "
— Pat, 11/23/2011 -
" Did I figure it out? Yep. did I care? nope. brings Potter's lifestyle to life and includes an interesting "case" for her to figure out, all which living in Regency times and in a small town life. Excellently well written, and surprisingly historically correct, all while being an enjoyable read. "
— Heather, 8/30/2011 -
" Another one of authors good reads. "
— Jakenv, 8/4/2011 -
" I have to admit, I picked this (and it's companion novel) because I really love the China Bayles novels and I loved Beatrix Potter as a child. However, I just could not get into this series and doubt I will continue with it. "
— Kate, 3/12/2011 -
" Each of the books in the series have been really good so I intend to read the others and those she has written in a second series. "
— Dalepat, 12/17/2010 -
" Thoroughly enjoying this series. Lighthearted, set in the Lake District (gorgeous!!) and with Beatrix Potter as the heroine. Good stuff. And you don't have to read the stories in order, even though there are references to the other mysteries. "
— Carah, 11/9/2010 -
" I do love this gentle cozy series. "
— Vickie, 7/22/2010 -
" Loved this little gem! Looking forward to reading more of the series. Pure English whimsy with a bit of mystery ~ "
— Nicole, 6/9/2010 -
" Third book in the series. Just as good as the previous two. "
— Diane, 1/14/2010 -
" Charming continuation of Beatrix Potter's life...fiction based on some actual events. I love the way that Susan Wittig Albert writes for both humans and animals and the mysterious events that happen in both worlds. "
— Natalie, 1/4/2010 -
" I like this series and am ready to read the next. "
— Michelle, 11/17/2009 -
" I loved this charming little boo with Beatrix Potter's character growing with each book and Rascal the Jack Russell Terrior and "Custard's last stand". "
— Margaret, 9/25/2009 -
" Just the thing for some light escapism- A whole little world full of eccentric yet relatable characters with a bit of a mystery and a lot of warmth. "
— Alysnyder, 9/13/2009 -
" Fun read. If you are a fan of Beatrix Potter these books are delightful. "
— Marissa, 7/5/2009 -
" I was reading this series out of order. I like reading a series in order, but I finally got to read the first one this year (2009). "
— Dorothy, 3/7/2009
About Susan Wittig Albert
Susan Wittig Albert is the author of over 100 books. Her work includes four mystery series: China Bayles, the Darling Dahlias, the Cottage Tales of Beatrix Potter, and the Robin Paige Victorian mysteries. She has published three award-winning historical novels, as well as young-adult fiction, memoirs, and nonfiction. She serves as an editor of Story Circle Book Reviews and helps to coordinate its online class program.
About Virginia Leishman
Virginia Leishman successfully revived The Railway Children and other titles by E. Nesbit. She parses phrases carefully for nuance, and flavors dialogue with personality and spontaneity, as exemplified in her rendition of A. S. Byatt’s Possession. She has earned three AudioFile Earphones Awards.