Riviera Gold: A Novel — Laurie R. King Audiobook
Riviera Gold: A Novel is a Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes mystery by Laurie R. King, presented here as an unabridged English audiobook. Set on the French Riviera in 1925, its murder investigation centres on Mrs. Hudson and brings together Jazz Age society and Monte Carlo intrigue.
At a glance
- A Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes mystery set on the Riviera in 1925.
- The plot follows a murder investigation in which Mrs. Hudson is a suspect and Russell and Holmes disagree about her innocence.
- The story’s setting includes Jazz Age expatriate society and the casinos of Monte Carlo.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Unabridged audio presentation with a stated listening length of 12 hours and 11 minutes.
- The historical setting and mystery premise may appeal to listeners who enjoy Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes stories.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Author | Laurie R. King |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Jenny Sterlin |
| Program type | Audiobook |
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 12 hours and 11 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Recorded Books |
| Publication date | 24 September 2020 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners seeking a Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes mystery in audiobook form.
- Fans of historical detective fiction set amid Jazz Age Riviera society.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback is positive about the plotting, characters, writing and entertaining story, with some appreciating its period cultural context. Pacing is mixed: some find it hard to put down, while others say it drags. The listing shows 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,797 ratings; that aggregate does not explain individual reactions. For listeners, the split on pacing is worth weighing against the stated 12-hour-and-11-minute runtime.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the plotting, characterisation, writing and entertainment.
Mixed feedback
- Customer feedback differs on pacing: some find the story engrossing, while others find it slow.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrates Riviera Gold: A Novel?
The listing names Laurie R. King as author and Jenny Sterlin as narrator.
How long is the audiobook?
The stated listening length is 12 hours and 11 minutes.
Is the audiobook abridged?
The listing identifies it as unabridged.
Where and when is the story set?
The description places the story on the French Riviera in the summer of 1925.
