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Author: Marie Benedict, Victoria Christopher Murray
Length: 12 hrs and 23 mins
Narrated by: Robin Miles
Categories: Historical Fiction, Biographical Fiction
Possibility of free listening: YES

In the glittering world of Gilded Age New York, Belle da Costa Greene steps into a role most women could only dream of: personal librarian to J.P. Morgan, tasked with curating his world-class collection of rare manuscripts and art for the Pierpont Morgan Library. The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray is a captivating audiobook that follows Belle’s rise to power in a male-dominated society, where her wit, style, and sharp intellect make her a star. But beneath her glamorous facade lies a secret that could unravel everything she’s built, threatening her family and her legacy.

Born Belle Marion Greener, daughter of a prominent Black civil rights activist, Belle passes as white to navigate a racist world, a choice that sets her on a collision course with her own identity. As she dazzles high society and negotiates for priceless works, the weight of her double life grows heavier, with every auction and social event a high-stakes gamble to keep her truth hidden. The opulent halls of the Morgan Library become both her stage and her cage, where one misstep could cost her everything.

Narrated by Robin Miles, whose voice brings Belle’s courage and conflict to life, The Personal Librarian is a New York Times bestseller and Good Morning America Book Club pick that blends historical drama with emotional depth. Perfect for fans of stories about fierce women defying the odds, this audiobook will pull you into Belle’s world of ambition, deception, and resilience. Step into her shoes and feel the pulse of a story that’s as inspiring as it is heart-wrenching.

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Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of "The Personal Librarian", a luminous novel by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. Set in the opulent Gilded Age of New York City, the story follows Belle da Costa Greene, the brilliant personal librarian to J.P. Morgan’s vast collection. Behind her poised exterior, Belle harbors a secret about her identity that could unravel her carefully built life in a society bound by rigid norms. This tale of ambition, deception, and cultural legacy shines with its focus on Belle’s unique role in shaping a literary empire.

Embark on this 12-hour journey with the free trial period, cancel anytime, brought to life by Robin Miles’s rich and evocative narration. The free trial lets you step into Belle’s world via the mobile app, transforming everyday moments into a vivid exploration of art, power, and identity. Her delicate balance of intellect and secrecy in the Morgan Library’s hallowed halls will keep you enthralled.

Should you choose to step away, the audiobook remains yours even after canceling the subscription. A link to the guide for the cancellation process is available at the bottom of this page. For now, let "The Personal Librarian" transport you to a time of grandeur and hidden truths, where one woman’s courage reshapes history.