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The Favored Son
- A Gareth & Gwen Medieval Mystery, Book 10
- Narrated by: Laurel Schroeder
- Series: The Gareth & Gwen Medieval Mysteries, Book 10
- Length: 8 hrs and 5 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, Mystery
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The Favored Son is the 10th Gareth & Gwen Medieval Mystery.
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- stevehsnr
- 06-09-19
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The final syllable in every sentence was drawn out and breathy so that sentences ending in S sounded like a snake hiss. Extremely off putting.
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- Amazon Customer
- 09-11-19
Another great Mystery in the series
I really enjoy this series. And the narrator is great. I don't want to give the plot away but this is a great stand alone if you haven't read the other books in this series. I really love the blend of history, told with accuracy, and the fiction of a good mystery. Highly recommend.
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- Joyce Reece
- 16-09-19
Great Mystery
I love the Gareth and Gwen mysteries and this story is one of the best. Sarah Woodbury never disappoints. Laurel Schroeder does a wonderful performance with great accents. I highly recommend this book and the whole series.
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- George Pettus
- 31-05-18
Very well done
Story line was very clear. Compellingly fast moving and the Reader had good vocal dexterity truly a very good Novel . Hope the rest of the Series is as good.