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  • By: Kathryn Croft
  • Narrated by: Lisa Coleman
  • Length: 9 hrs and 29 mins
  • 4.2 out of 5 stars (1,109 ratings)
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The Stranger Within

By: Kathryn Croft
Narrated by: Lisa Coleman
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Summary

Be careful what you wish for. On the surface, Callie Harwell has it all. Newly married to James, she finally gets the family she has longed for and becomes a mother to his two sons. So why is she arrested for murder?

Things are not as Callie hoped they would be and she struggles to be accepted as part of James' family, and to keep hidden the secrets that could destroy her future.

As her life spirals out of control, setting in motion a chain of events with devastating consequences, Callie is forced to question how well we ever really know ourselves.

©2014 Kathryn Croft (P)2016 Audible, Ltd

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How many cups of tea does it take??

The main character certainly drinks a lot of tea! At all times, in every scene it seems, a kettle is being boiled for the bloody tea (or, to make it more exciting, coffee occasionally).

The tea-making is, unfortunately, one of the main take-aways from this book for me. Unbelievable story, and some uncomfortable (to put it mildly) choices made by the main character. The fact that no one seems to like her is telling, and therefore makes her marriage unbelievable.

I seem to be in a minority as not enjoying this. I did listen to the end, but won't be rushing back for more. Maybe my dislike of cups of tea made me too judgemental?

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Conclusion, not at all believable

No one is that selfless. No one! This is a novel to torment, bring you down and be glad when it's over. Depressing, unbelievable and the characters are one dimensional.

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Brilliant

I really enjoyed this book. Great plot,plenty of unexpected twists and turns. would recommend and looking forward to hearing more from this author

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A woman who behaves in a very silly way.

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

I don't think listening to the book is time well spent. I lost all sympathy with the protagonist a quarter of the way through the book as her behaviour was just ridiculous and unbelievable. Shame, because I thought from the blurb that this would be a new (to me) author who would write an entertaining thriller.

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STRANGER INDEED

Enjoyed book immensely, unexpected ending. Book moved along at a great pace. Great read. Excellent.

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brilliant

this is the 1st book I have listened to by kathryn croft and what a treat brilliant story had me listening to the early hours of the morning. the narrator lisa coleman has a beautiful voice telling the story with great voices and emotions she is the best narrator I've heard and will be listening to more books with her narrating.

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Captivating and compulsive - loved it.

Couldn't stop listening to this book. Really engaging story - plenty of twists and turns and a very unusual protagonist. The tension builds throughout with very satisfying ending. Would definitely recommend if you're looking for something slightly different from the usual crime/thriller.

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Can't stop thinking about this compelling novel.

Would you consider the audio edition of The Stranger Within to be better than the print version?

There are some novels that I'm certain are improved by great narrators but this novel, even though it's read by the quite superb Lisa Coleman, will be equally superb in the written form too. Great writing and a terrific listening experience.

What did you like best about this story?

I loved the sheer strength of the characters and the story-line which are nothing short of compelling and unforgettable. You might think at the early outset that you just know how things will turn out but forget that because you'll mostly be wrong!

Which character – as performed by Lisa Coleman – was your favourite?

Easy to say that the lead female character, Caroline, was a favourite, but this means under-valuing the rest of the compelling and important characters that make this such a memorable novel.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Many, many moments in this great book moved me through various emotions but none as powerfully as the final chapter.

Any additional comments?

Read this book over 2 days because it was so well written and SO well read by the wonderful Lisa Coleman who never over-plays any parts of the novels she narrates. Always her 'pitch' is quite perfectly suited to the book. I just can't stop thinking about this whole listening experience. Quite special and how to follow this one?? Next one asap please Kathryn Croft.

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Flat narration spoil us a great story

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

No, I'd recommend the book, not the audio as narrated.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Stranger Within?

A few twists along the way and I missed a couple, so it's constantly exciting.

What didn’t you like about Lisa Coleman’s performance?

I found the voice flat and bordering on boring. The story kept my interest, but not the telling.

Any additional comments?

The story, at first, seemed a bit trite, but I became more involved as a few different threads emerged. It's well plotted and more complex than I first imagined, so worth sticking with overall. Some thought provoking themes throughout.

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Couldn't stop listening

Very clever book that kept me listening and awake late wanting to hear more! Recommend

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