Book description
The Beekeeper's Daughter - A Sweet, Sweeping Audiobook Experience
If you've ever wanted to travel from the rolling English countryside of 1932 to the breezy shores of Massachusetts in 1973 without leaving your seat, Santa Montefiore's The Beekeeper's Daughter is the audiobook that delivers. With Jojo Moyes calling her "the only one who does epic romance like this" and Elin Hilderbrand naming it "one of the most engrossing reads of my year," the book has already won hearts on paper; in audio form, those accolades translate into something even more intimate.
The narrator's voice-warm, clear, and perfectly attuned to the story's lyrical tone-guides you through two generations of Grace Hamblin and her daughter Trixie Valentine. The first half, set at Penselwood estate, feels like a slow-blooming garden: gentle rhythms, subtle humor, and a sense that every bee's buzz is tied to a secret waiting to be uncovered. When the narrative shifts to 1973 Massachusetts, the pace quickens, mirroring Trixie's restless heart and Jasper's "wild" romance. Yet Montefiore keeps the same melodic thread running through both eras, making the transitions feel like natural breaths rather than jarring jumps.
What makes this audiobook truly engaging is its attention to soundscapes. You can almost hear the hum of bees in the English fields, the creak of old wooden houses, and later, the soft clatter of a 1970s rock band's instruments. These subtle auditory cues deepen immersion without distracting from the dialogue. The narrator also brings distinct voices for each character-Grace's calm steadiness, Trixie's youthful impulsiveness, Freddie's grounded love-allowing listeners to follow emotional arcs with ease.
Beyond its production quality, the story itself is a masterclass in family secrets and self-discovery. Grace's quiet resilience after her father's death and Trixie's defiant pursuit of an "unsuitable" love resonate across decades, reminding us that love often demands courage and compromise. Montefiore's prose-described by Booklist as "lyrical, achingly beautiful"-flows smoothly in audio form, making each revelation feel like a personal confession.
For listeners who enjoy richly developed characters, lush settings, and a narrative that bridges past and present, The Beekeeper's Daughter is a must-hear. It's more than an audiobook; it's a gentle invitation to explore the hidden connections that bind us all-one bee-laden chapter at a time.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience