The Wolves of Andover: A Novel Audiobook (Unabridged)

" This second effort by Kathleen Kent won't disappoint her previous fans, or any new ones. Her writing is a pleasure to read, and the story is a great page-turner. Looking forward her next endeavor. "

" The Wolves of Andover was really not what I was expecting, as usually happens when a friend recommends a book that you immediately check out of the library without reading the jacket. Was it bad? Was it good? Eh, it just wasn't what I'd expected. The paraellel story lines were too divergent for my taste which made it feel like I was reading two different stories, rather than the stories being intertwined. The development of the characters was always stumbling to the point that I felt their was more that could and should have been said about them to make the story more meaningful. Particularly in light of the ending which felt as though the story had just gotten old and it was time to move onto something else. It was a very bumpy story of false starts and incomplete development. And that's disappointing when reading the author's note at the end which leads the reader to develop all sorts of different and, perhaps, more engaging paths to the story of Martha Allen. "

" Did not enjoy this book as much as I did Kent's other book, "The Heretic's Daughter". "

" Honest to god, this was one of the least engaging books I've read in ages. I didn't care much for the characters nor was the story fleshed put particularly well. At least it was blessedly short. "

" This book was not as good as Heretic's Daughter. Unable to hold my attention as the writing seemed scattered. It did not flow easily. Very disappointing ! "

" Well written and an intriguing story. The characters are compelling but the plot trudged along and never quite climaxed in a satisfying way. "

" The title appealed to me first since I used to live in Andover, Ma. I nejoyed this historical novel get in colonial times. "

" Had to read for my bookclub and loved it. It will make a good action, romance, mystery, history movie. Was a little reminiscent of "outlander". "

" Loved it! Kathleen Kent weaves a beautiful story. "

" I was expecting historical fiction, thought I'd learn some British politics. Didn't expect all the sex! Once I adjusted my expectations, this was a pretty good book. Just don't expect to be able to read it in the staff work room during lunch. "

" The prequel to The Heretic's Daughter, I was excited to read this follow up as soon as it was released, and I wasn't disappointed. The details of life for a young unmarked woman in Puritan New England and the love story between Martha and Thomas made a great read for me- I couldn't put it down. "

" A historical novel dealing with England nad the American Colonies in the mid 1600's. Extremely interesting period of time. It makes me very thankful that I did not live in those times. If you enjoyed the Heretic's Daughter by Ms. Kent, you most certainly will enjoy this novel. "

" I have found it a little hard to follow. It took a while to really get into it. "

" I liked it better than the Heretic's Daughter. It certainly helps that I identify with the protagonist. Intriguing read even though there's not much action. Keeps you guessing. "

" I enjoyed this novel that is a companion to The Heretic's Daughter. "

" A little hard to get into in the beginning, but worth plowing through. A great story if you like historical fiction about Colonial New England. "

" This story is part political history, part spy thriller, and part love story. Nicely paced and plotted. "

" Well written story - very imaginative. Felt very connected to the characters and they do surprise you from time to time. I did feel that Kent could have brought a bit more depth of feeling to Thomas and Martha separately and when together. I will definitely pick up The Heretic's Daughter. "

" I really enjoyed this novel, although the jumping around between Massachusetts and England was a tad confusing. I feel like I should have brushed up on my Colonial era history before reading. I really liked the female protagonist, Martha, for her grit. "

" Historical fiction.....a story of colonial America...mystery and love story. "

" Kathleen Kent told the story of early Colonial life so beautifully. Her imagery was so vivid and the details really brought you into that fascinating period. Loved the character of Martha for her groundedness (if that's a word) and the tie to the back story was exciting. "

" I enjoyed this novel that is a companion to The Heretic's Daughter. "

" felt this book wasn't as good as the heretic's daughter but the auhtor did try to bring the early settlements of new england to life but still an enjoyable read "

" Love historical fiction, although this one was more fiction than history. Overall, an interesting look at the people who settle in a town and build it from nothing. "

" This book brought colonial New England to life. The subtle dance between Martha Allen and Thomas Carrier was interesting. "

" I couldn't put this book down--part mystery, part love story and part adventure set in colonial Massachusetts and London. "

" England to America King to Cromwell "

" interesting book, but raises as many questions about the characters as it answers... "

" Kent's The Heretic's Daughter was a much stronger book than this one. I enjoyed the author's descriptions of 17th century early America. However, she lost me with Martha.... and the wolf scene. It was an interesting trip back in time but I only give this story 3 stars. "

" I thought this was a good read. It comes in time before her novel The Heretic's Daughter and is based on an actual ancestor of the author. I enjoyed it more than The Heretic's Daughter, which, if you read my review, I felt could have been a YA book. "

" A good read. The pre-quel to The Heretic's Daughter. "