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pbraue13's review against another edition
4.0
A quick, easy, cliff-notes biography on one of the world's literary geniuses written like a novel from a novelist's perspective.
mg_in_md_'s review against another edition
4.0
I'd give this 3.5 stars if possible, but rounded up to 4 stars because of the lovely narration and the fact it made me want to read as many of the works by Daphne du Maurier as possible. I've checked out my library's shelves to see which ones are available and am eager to read both her fiction and non-fiction works soon. Even though I was not overly familiar with du Maurier's work, I decided to pick this one up since it was nominated for several awards, including the 2017 Agatha for Best Nonfiction.
As I listened to the audiobook version, I soon became immersed in du Maurier's life story and fascinated by the body of work she produced and how she created them. Equally interesting to me were the insights into the publishing industry and how it changed from her first book to her last. The material is presented in an engaging way, almost as if it is a novelization of du Maurier's life, rather than a dry recitation of facts about the author. While I don't typically listen to audiobooks, I enjoyed experiencing the book in this way and am glad I decided to give it a try.
As I listened to the audiobook version, I soon became immersed in du Maurier's life story and fascinated by the body of work she produced and how she created them. Equally interesting to me were the insights into the publishing industry and how it changed from her first book to her last. The material is presented in an engaging way, almost as if it is a novelization of du Maurier's life, rather than a dry recitation of facts about the author. While I don't typically listen to audiobooks, I enjoyed experiencing the book in this way and am glad I decided to give it a try.
henrismum's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
informative
reflective
medium-paced
3.0
Take away: The sadness of getting old.
Narration: Charlotte Wright - Good.
Normal Speed - Accelerated Speed (1.05)
New - Second - Third - Committed
Series - Non Series - Non-Fiction - Author
Listening to this book was like an assignment.
I'm glad I listened to this book.
I didn't want this book to end.
I could not wait to be done with this book.
Average, but better than anything I've written.
Narration: Charlotte Wright - Good.
Listening to this book was like an assignment.
I didn't want this book to end.
I could not wait to be done with this book.
Average, but better than anything I've written.
bookgirl4ever's review against another edition
4.0
Now I'm obsessed with du Maurier. My mom introduced me to her books when I was a teenager. Such a fascinating person, a colorful life, that she held close to herself throughout her career.
laurflanagan's review against another edition
informative
3.0
It was interesting learning more about Daphne du Maurier as a person as well as writer, but overall this book fell flat for me. The pacing was off and I think so much could have been edited out for a better reading experience. The last third of the book especially dragged for me, partly because of the writing and partly the more depressing subject matter.