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Author : Stephanie Dray
Length : 23h55
Narrated by : Tavia Gilbert, Emma Bering, Rachel Jacobs
Category : Genre Fiction
Possibility of free reading : YES
Most castles are protected by men. This one by women.
A founding mother...
In 1774, distinguished Adrienne Lafayette steps into the political arena beside her husband, the Marquis de Lafayette, championing American freedom. However, as France is consumed by revolution and the shadow of the guillotine looms, Adrienne is faced with a heart-wrenching choice: forsake her beloved or jeopardize her life to leave an enduring mark on the annals of history.
A daring visionary...
By 1914, the radiant New York socialite, Beatrice Chanler, stands unyielding against any challenge, whether it's her modest past, her faltering marriage, or looming war. After encountering the horrors in France, Beatrice embarks on her most significant mission: persuading the United States to stand on the side of justice.
A reluctant resistor...
Come 1940, Marthe Simone, a French educator with artistic dreams, relies on her self-sufficient upbringing, preferring to steer clear of wartime conflicts. Yet, with the Nazi's oppressive reign altering her life within the castle of her youth, Marthe confronts truths about her identity and contemplates the person she aspires to be.
Expertly crafted and evocatively narrated, The Women of Chateau Lafayette paints a broad canvas of commitment and valor, romance and tenacity, drawing strength from the past's indomitable spirits.
The Women of Chateau Lafayette by Stephanie Dray.
— Claire Wood (@cavewoman1027) January 15, 2023
An epic saga based on the true story of an extraordinary castle in the heart of France & the remarkable women bound by its legacy.
Download for free the Audio Book : The Women of Chateau Lafayette
Dive into the historical depths of "The Women of Chateau Lafayette", an engaging novel by Stephanie Dray, richly narrated by Tavia Gilbert, Emma Bering, and Rachel L. Jacobs. Spanning 23 hours and 55 minutes, this story interlaces the lives of three remarkable women, connected through time by an extraordinary French chateau.
Embark on this saga with a free trial period that you can cancel at any time, ensuring the story endures in your collection even if you choose not to continue the subscription. As you traverse through centuries of courage and turmoil, the legacy of these women remains a beacon of inspiration and resolve.
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Review of the audiobook "The Women of Chateau Lafayette" By Stephanie Dray
A sweeping epic of historical fiction, Stephanie Dray's "The Women of Chateau Lafayette" braids together the stories of three women across three different eras: Tavia Gilbert, Emma Bering, and Rachel Jacobs. This 24-hour book investigates the legacy of the Château de Chavaniac through historical lenses and introduces the extraordinary women who were part of its past.
The story spans the three critical epochs when they lived: Adrienne Lafayette in the times of the American and French Revolutions, Beatrice Chanler during World War I, and Marthe Simone during World War II. Each of those timelines is brought to life by a different narrator so that the elusive storylines become less elusive and more accessible to follow. Each captures her characters beautifully, furthering the emotional impact and historical resonance of the audiobook.
Adrienne Lafayette recounts the story of her life as the wife of one of the most inspirational contributors to both the American and French Revolutions, the Marquis de Lafayette. Politically solid and intelligent, she was genuinely remarkable, providing listeners with a new outlook on a pivotal historical figure. Beatrice Chanler, the New York socialite turned war hero via a sense of urgency and dedication to the cause in rallying American support for the First World War. A personal and moral, real-life dilemma that many people experienced living under tyranny: Marthe Simone's story, under Nazi occupation in France.
The audiobook does well with detailed historical research and rich character development. His writing is colorful and evocative, really bringing the listener into the historical setting and the emotional landscapes of the characters. Some critics have noted that the narrative at times is fast, especially with the transitions between the different time periods. However, this point aside, the high emotional stakes and careful plotting—especially of Marthe's story—compensate for any issues regarding pacing.
In fact, "The Women of Chateau Lafayette" is simply a breathtaking novel that emphasizes the greatness and bravery of women in different times. This audiobook will engage the lover of historical fiction due to its narration and elaborate storytelling. The actual muscle and footprint of Dray's book lie in her ability to connect these three different yet related stories: duty, hope, and history in the making, which lasts.
