Matthewsmum

I loved it! I've read a few of Mary Wesley books and always enjoyed them. This is the first I've heard on Audible, being narrated by Samuel West was such a delight

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Totally brilliant

Having read most of Mary Wesley's other titles many years ago, I seemed to have been put off this novel without any good reason. I'm glad I changed my mind. This is definitely the best Mary Wesley title of all. Samuel West's narration is brilliant, and almost all of the characters are seemingly lovely people. Robert was my favourite character, followed by Juno and Ann, and I would thoroughly recommend this as a lovely way to pass either a wet and windy day indoors or, on a sun drenched day in your back garden on the sun lounger. I was hooked from start to finish.

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Loved it!

Years ago I read each of Mary Wesley’s books as they came out, but I seem to have managed to forget this one, entirely! I loved her sure, delicate hand, guiding me carefully through this charming tale! Samual West was the perfect narrator! Can’t understand people complaining about it being ‘far fetched’ - of course it was - but utterly entrancing all the same!

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A lovely read

I really loved this book but wished it had been longer. Narration was perfect too.

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Excellent book ... unusual and interesting

A well written tale. My favourite of Mary Wesley's books; the main character Juno is beautifully penned. The audible narration is excellent.

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Enjoyable, but rather far-fetched

Would you listen to Part of the Furniture again? Why?

I thought I'd read all Mary Welsey's novels, but seemed to have missed this one. Although her atmospheric scene setting and quirky characters are all there as you would expect, I found the storyline extremely far-fetched and often found myself thinking "No, surely not...!" It was extremely well read by Samuel West and the whole book was a pleasant distraction, but certainly not one of her better novels in my view.

Would you recommend Part of the Furniture to your friends? Why or why not?

Yes

Which character – as performed by Samuel West – was your favourite?

Mr Copplestone senior, whose name I have forgotten...

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No

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Loved it

First Mary Wesley book I’ve ever read…. Never come in my radar before, but I loved it. Really connected with all the characters and the narration was perfect.

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Story that weaves its way round you

Mary Wesley wrote some great stories of people and relationships that make me want to be in that world. This is no exception. Excellent narration

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The best Mary Wesley I have read

Listened at every opportunity. Lovely and intriguing story, more raunchy than her usual Aga Saga .Samuel West is always comfortable to hear and I enjoyed his narration.

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Wonderful old fashioned story

Would you listen to Part of the Furniture again? Why?

I'd listen to the whole book again, I couldn't put it down!

What other book might you compare Part of the Furniture to, and why?

I've just finished The Camomile Lawn by the same author, which I enjoyed immensely!

Have you listened to any of Samuel West’s other performances? How does this one compare?

This was my first Samuel West story & I was not disappointed!

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It made me laugh in places & sad in others.

Any additional comments?

A must read for anyone loving an old fashioned tale.

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