Audiobook The Undertaker's Daughter by Kate Mayfield in the ListenBook app
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Book description
Audiobook Review: The Undertaker's Daughter by Kate Mayfield
From the very first word, the narrator's voice pulls you into a world where death is both a daily business and an intimate secret. The sound-track of this memoir feels like the gentle hum of a Southern porch at dusk-soft, reflective, and tinged with an undercurrent of something more.
Kate Mayfield's storytelling is as rich and layered as any Harper Lee novel, but it carries its own distinct flavor. As the daughter of a small-town undertaker in 1960s Jubilee, Kentucky, she grew up in a house that was literally built around funerals. The audio version brings this setting to life with subtle ambient sounds-distant church bells, creaking floorboards-that never overpower her clear, engaging narration.
What makes the audiobook truly compelling is how Mayfield balances humor and tragedy without tipping into melodrama. Monica Holloway's praise rings true: "wonderfully quirky, gem of a book." The narrator captures that quirkiness with lightness, yet when she describes her father's hidden alcoholism or the town's tense racial divides, the tone shifts to one of sober reflection. It's this emotional range that keeps you listening long after the final track.
The cast of characters-Frank Mayfield, his wife, and a host of townsfolk-are given distinct voices in the audio adaptation. Even without visual cues, their personalities come through: the stoic undertaker with a weary laugh, the sharp-tongued neighbors, the quiet grief of those who've passed. The narration does not rush; it gives each scene room to breathe, allowing you to absorb the subtle Southern mystique that permeates Jubilee.
Another standout element is Mayfield's candidness about her own growth-from trusting child to rebellious teen yearning for escape. Her narrative arc feels authentic, and the audio format amplifies that authenticity: you hear the hesitation in her early years and the growing confidence as she confronts family secrets and societal expectations.
In sum, The Undertaker's Daughter audiobook is a beautifully crafted listening experience that combines evocative storytelling with atmospheric sound design. Whether you're a fan of memoirs that explore death's quiet presence or simply looking for a richly human tale set against a Southern backdrop, this book will resonate with you. It's not just an account of funeral business; it's a poignant send-off to a town and a testament to the resilience of those who live among its shadows.
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Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
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AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Listening to audio lectures
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Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
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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
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