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The Legend in Green Velvet

Written by: Elizabeth Peters
Narrated by: Grace Conlin
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 It was a dream come true. Susan loved all things Scottish. So, when the opportunity presented itself, there was no question in her mind that she would go on the archaeological dig in the Highlands.

A cryptic message slipped to Susan by a sinister soap box orator was the first puzzle. Why did he choose her? Why was he chasing her? And why were she and the handsome young laird Jamie Erskine suddenly being pursued by the police who wanted to talk to them about...murder?

"Jamie stood by the desk. 'You aren't afraid of me, are you?'"

Susan considered the question. It was the first time it had occurred to her that she might have reasons to be afraid; but the accumulated facts suddenly washed over her and took her breath away.

©1976 Elizabeth Peters (P)1997 Blackstone Audiobooks Literary Fiction Suspense Fiction Highlander Witty Scotland Murder Mystery Archeological Mysteries
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What the critics say

"An adroit mix of glamour and suspense." (Publishers Weekly)
"Grace Conlin's narration conveys the foreign atmosphere that surrounds the history and legend embodied in the story. Her voice captures each scene and character with appealing accents and emotions." (AudioFile)
"Grace Conlin's facility for dialect enriches this pleasant mystery....Her rich, deep voice effortlessly imparts life to the variety of accents and ages." (Library Journal)

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It was fine

Solid but not riveting. Lots of stereotypes. The historical vignettes are the best bits. Characters feel dated now.

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slightly more complex Harlequin mystery romance

It does feel dated, but as long as you’re willing to suspend belief, it’s somewhat enjoyable escapist mystery/romantic fiction and probably spot on for the 1970s when it was written

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Very poor listening although in desperation I listened to the end

Full of unbelievable twists and turns. Poor listening.lMuch Scottish history included which was interesting. I do not recommend this book

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