Anne of Avonlea

Barbara Caruso is excellent

The entire series is so wonderful, very engaging, nothing objectionable. And Barabara Caruso feels like a friend, her narration is the very best. I now judge all other narrators by her.

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Beautifully narrated!

I have enjoyed listening to Barbara Caruso's reading of the Anne of Green Gables series. Her voice is delightful and it adds so much to the stories. Positively perfect in every way! ❤️

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This Narrator nails it!

If you could sum up Anne of Avonlea in three words, what would they be?

I have read this book probably 20 times and seen the movie as many times. The narrator makes all the difference in the world to a very familiar and loved story.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Anne of Avonlea?

I love the Davey character. Even better as he was narrated. I find myself saying after recently listening to thi sbook again "Why (insert question here)...I wanna know."

Have you listened to any of Barbara Caruso’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

In Anne of green Gables...and she was the reason why I chose her narration on this second book. Some reviewers complained she was a bit over the top...I thought she captured Anne in all her essence...and the so important supporting characters. She had a wonderful range that made her believable as most of the characters.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I ALWAYS CRY no matter how many times I read this book. SO TOUCHING.

Any additional comments?

A must read for all little girls..from young to old. I am almost 40 now and love the story just as much as I did when I was a little girl.

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What took me so long

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, I now know why this story and these characters have stood the test of time. What a timeless story of love, friendship, childhood, and of the incredible Anne Shirley.

What about Barbara Caruso’s performance did you like?

Wonderful, I can't wait to listen to her other books.

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Childhood remembered

I bought this book for my wife, who loved "The Anne Books" while she was growing up. And my wife loved this audio version as well. The narration does an excellent job capturing the moods and voices of each character. Great audio quality, too.

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Anne if Avonlea.

Barbra Caruso is one of the best readers I have listened to, she makes Anne live and breath. As for Anne she is a classic that I will never tire of. Sweet, innocent and Joyful. Who couldn't use more of that in life.

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Classic with great narration

What did you like best about this story?

If you're listening to this one you're probably already a fan of Miss Montgomery---flights of fancy, humor, good people, good times.

Which character – as performed by Barbara Caruso – was your favorite?

Anne girl

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, but you can also listen to it in small chunks successfully, which I find very important with audiobooks.

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Nourishment for the Imaginings of the Weary

I needed something light, whimsical, and yet deep and wholesome. This story brought back fond childhood memories, nourished my imagination, and gave me lenses to see a wearied life with new wonder.

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Slow Talking Narrator

I enjoyed the book but the Narrator was slow in her reading and kept taking long pauses. She either ended a sentence or a paragraph I could never figure out. This book is not as good as the first but I would recommend getting the book, just pick a different narrator.

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"Old friends"

Just wonderful to follow Ann as she grows up. This is one of my favorite series of books from my childhood. It is just wonderful to get to listen to them. The recording is not new but it is still a great listen.