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Mademoiselle at Arms: A Georgian Romance Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

4.1 out of 5 stars 726 ratings

Secretive, mysterious, beautiful - and armed to the teeth. How can she be in danger?

In a deserted mansion with a secret passage, Mademoiselle is searching. But for what? Gerald wants to know. She will not tell him. She is determined to play her game alone and refuses to be rescued.

Who is she? Why does she disguise herself as a nun? What is her connection to the émigré Valade? Can Gerald find out before Mademoiselle gets herself killed?

Adventure, intrigue, and mystery in a madcap romp.

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  1. Listening Length
    7 hours and 47 minutes
  2. Author
    Elizabeth Bailey
  3. Narrator
    Caroline Holmes
  4. Audible release date
    June 22, 2019
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    Elizabeth Anna Bailey
  7. ASIN
    B07TDNHWHF
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 7 hours and 47 minutes
Author Elizabeth Bailey
Narrator Caroline Holmes
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date June 22, 2019
Publisher Elizabeth Anna Bailey
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B07TDNHWHF
Best Sellers Rank #526,531 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#5,477 in Historical Mysteries (Audible Books & Originals)
#12,399 in Historical Romance (Audible Books & Originals)
#15,658 in Historical Mystery

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Customers find this Georgian romance novel to be a fun, entertaining read with a complex plot that combines romance with mystery. The book features well-developed characters, particularly a delightful heroine, and includes wonderfully comedic interactions and clever dialogue. Customers appreciate the book's pacing, describing it as brave and stubborn, while also noting its appeal through its ingenuity.

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54 customers mention "Readability"51 positive3 negative

Customers find the book engaging and entertaining throughout, describing it as a fun clean adventure.

"...It was light, fun, with interesting protagonists, an enticing plot and a clean romance. I would happily read more books by Elizabeth Bailey." Read more

"...There was a lot to the plot of this book, it hooked you." Read more

"...Mademoiselle at Arms is a romp in the style of Georgette Heyer: sweet, funny, and with romance deftly woven into a plot that stands on its own...." Read more

"...At no time did I stop and compare her with GH, so engrossing was the story. Other reviewers have mentioned problems with the dialogue...." Read more

39 customers mention "Plot"35 positive4 negative

Customers enjoy the plot of the book, describing it as a light romp with intrigue and a good romance with mystery elements.

"...There are interesting plot twists that develop as the story progresses...." Read more

"...It was light, fun, with interesting protagonists, an enticing plot and a clean romance. I would happily read more books by Elizabeth Bailey." Read more

"I loved the time period of this book. One of my favorite parts is the way the main character Melusine speaks with her French and English...." Read more

"...Ms. Bailey presents a tight, complex plot, interesting characters, comfortable use of the time period and languages -- all things that are all too..." Read more

26 customers mention "Character development"23 positive3 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, particularly the delightful heroine, with one customer noting the absence of modern heroines in historical settings.

"...th book as this is full of witty repartee and an interesting cast of characters, especially Melusine.and some of the secondary characters...." Read more

"...It was light, fun, with interesting protagonists, an enticing plot and a clean romance. I would happily read more books by Elizabeth Bailey." Read more

"...Ms. Bailey presents a tight, complex plot, interesting characters, comfortable use of the time period and languages -- all things that are all too..." Read more

"This story had variety of characters all interwoven throughout the pages and all involved ultimately in helping a young lady find her family in..." Read more

26 customers mention "Humor"26 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's humor, particularly its clever dialogue and wonderfully comedic interactions.

"I kept a smile on my face throughout th book as this is full of witty repartee and an interesting cast of characters, especially Melusine.and some..." Read more

"...and it was true to the period. Then I enjoyed the dry humour, and most decidedly the mystery...." Read more

"...Mademoiselle at Arms is a romp in the style of Georgette Heyer: sweet, funny, and with romance deftly woven into a plot that stands on its own...." Read more

"...There is a bit of humor, a lot of intrigue and action along with a hea after all is done" Read more

15 customers mention "Language"11 positive4 negative

Customers find the language of the book well-written, with one customer noting that it flows smoothly and is a quick read.

"...enchanted at the start, but decided to relax into it, as the writing moved smoothly, with few errors, (except for Mademoiselle's English!)..." Read more

"...It is well written and flows well with a story-line that was unique." Read more

"A very quick read and absolutely delightful way to pass the time...." Read more

"...It is clean. It is also somewhat hard to follow at times as the narration mimicks the language used by whichever character is in the lead at the..." Read more

8 customers mention "Pacing"8 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the pacing of the book, describing it as brave and stubborn, with one customer noting it maintains a light touch throughout.

"...Then I enjoyed the dry humour, and most decidedly the mystery. It was light, fun, with interesting protagonists, an enticing plot and a clean romance..." Read more

"...The heroine (as well as another character or two) is feisty to the end, and the hero, although he is nobody else's fool, seems to be there for the..." Read more

"...little difficult to describe the heroine as she is a number of things: brave, fool-hardy, determined and stubborn among other things...." Read more

"...Melusine certainly was a spitfire in all she did and very courageous in her trying to reclaim her family title...." Read more

4 customers mention "Appeal"4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's ingenuity, with one noting its charmingly foolish repartee.

"The idea of the book is appealing, and the book itself wasn't horrible...." Read more

"...to Monsieur, or her captivating wit, but then Leonie is an extraordinary creation...." Read more

"Charmingly foolish repartee, villainous buffoons and a tangled web of intrigue made this a really fun light read - with a plot that could have..." Read more

"Grand fun! A light romp with intrigue and ingenuity. This one is well worth a read!..." Read more

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  • Amazon User
    5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful!! Strong, Smart Heroine, Romantic Mystery, Good Historical Perspective
    Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2016
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    I kept a smile on my face throughout th book as this is full of witty repartee and an interesting cast of characters, especially Melusine.and some of the secondary characters. I agree with a previous reviewer who commented that Gerald, the Hero, was not as fully developed, but I think that may have been in keeping with his steady, no-nonsense professionalism as a former soldier now militia. Melusine is anxious to prove her English heritage, despite her heavy French accent and mangled English, wishing to marry an Englisman to cement her citizenship, while Gerald is called to uncover the identity of a suspected French spy inhabiting an abandoned estate. Gerald is intent on never marrying, but fails to recognize just how enamored he is becoming of this beautiful and intriguing interloper. Some familiarity with common French phrases would be helpful, but not necessary to the enjoyment of the story. There are interesting plot twists that develop as the story progresses. My rating would be closer to 4 1/2 stars as I seldom give 5, but I can truthfully say that I didn't suffer a single dull spot throughout! It won't change your life, but you won't have any regrets either.
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  • Shesha Randall
    4.0 out of 5 stars FUN ADVENTURE
    Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2020
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    Mademoiselle At Arms: A Georgian Romance by Elizabeth Bailey was different. I was not enchanted at the start, but decided to relax into it, as the writing moved smoothly, with few errors, (except for Mademoiselle's English!) and it was true to the period. Then I enjoyed the dry humour, and most decidedly the mystery. It was light, fun, with interesting protagonists, an enticing plot and a clean romance. I would happily read more books by Elizabeth Bailey.
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  • Danielle Corrow
    3.0 out of 5 stars Good Story
    Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2016
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    I loved the time period of this book. One of my favorite parts is the way the main character Melusine speaks with her French and English. There was a lot to the plot of this book, it hooked you.
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  • Aanna
    5.0 out of 5 stars Exceptional book -- Recommended for Heyer fans
    Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2016
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    Lately I have been reading historical romances in much the same way one might indulge in French fries. They are cheap, easy to get, and satisfy a basic craving. Of course, they are probably not good for me, and it seems that almost all of them are much to spicy/hot for my taste. But then, sometimes, instead of fries in a red paper box from a place with golden arches, you find yourself in a French bistro eating pommes frites fried in duck fat -- the real thing.
    Ms. Bailey presents a tight, complex plot, interesting characters, comfortable use of the time period and languages -- all things that are all too rare in most books. Heck, half the books I have read lately have not even been properly edited or proofread. What a pleasure to read a book where these things can be taken for granted as they ought to be!
    Mademoiselle at Arms is a romp in the style of Georgette Heyer: sweet, funny, and with romance deftly woven into a plot that stands on its own. It reminds me a bit of Talisman Ring.
    Very highly recommended.
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  • Berenice Aguilera
    5.0 out of 5 stars Classic Georgian Romance - Completely Smutt Free
    Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2015
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    I stumbled across this novel whilst looking for something to read through Christmas. I always take a look at historical novels, hoping to find something new and especially smutt free. After having spent my teenage years immersed in Georgette Heyer books, it is rare to come across authors with a well developed sense of timing and atmosphere that goes with this kind of genre.

    I read it over two days and thoroughly enjoyed it. At no time did I stop and compare her with GH, so engrossing was the story.

    Other reviewers have mentioned problems with the dialogue. I personally did not find any problems with this aspect of the book. The heroine reminded me strongly of Leonie in Georgette Heyer's 'These Old Shades.'

    If you like clean reads, fiery heroines and witty heroes, you will like this book. It is well written and flows well with a story-line that was unique.
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  • carol
    4.0 out of 5 stars interesting read
    Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2022
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    This story had variety of characters all interwoven throughout the pages and all involved ultimately in helping a young lady find her family in England after her father took her away as a baby. There is a bit of humor, a lot of intrigue and action along with a hea after all is done
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  • Zena
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this! 😂
    Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2021
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    This story has so much in the way of pure, cheeky mirth and seriousness in it with the funniest deliveries being made by our heroine, a French/English Mademoiselle (by the name of Melusine) who is also a weapon carrier of note.
    She is assisted by Gerald a young man who is serious in his endeavors to find out who Melusine really is and what the mystery surrounding her is all about.
    Believe me when I say that I was thoroughly entertained by these two characters as they went about their ways to solve the mysteries and then they fell in love!
    This is a really engaging story and I simply fell in love with both of these main characters.
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  • Kindle Customer
    2.0 out of 5 stars Liked the idea...but not the follow through
    Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2016
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    The idea of the book is appealing, and the book itself wasn't horrible. It just seemed too long (I skipped chunks and still understood the storyline perfectly) and the heroine seemed too fake/disingenuous. Well, actually, I found her annoying. By the end of the book I stopped liking the hero as much too just because he liked her. Maybe I would other books from this author, but I'm in no rush to test that theory.
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  • Christina M
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully Written, Sweet HEA
    Reviewed in Australia on September 3, 2024
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    This beautifully written, sweet HEA is reminiscent of the romances written by the revered Georgette Heyer, and fans of her will thoroughly enjoy the book. Banter between the characters is appealing and the plot was thrilling.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful, spirited, clean
    Reviewed in Canada on April 28, 2019
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    I thoroughly enjoyed everything about this book. The plot was well considered, fully developed and well executed. The characters were distinct and delightful. On top of all that it was completely clean! Thank you for an excellent read.
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  • Laura
    5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best Regency Romances I have read...
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 6, 2017
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    I really can't think why I have never commented on this book before. I downloaded it from here a year or two ago, and have now just recently reread it. It was as good to read again as it was the first time.

    In fact, I distinctly remember looking for more books by this author, but found none that of hers that were anywhere near as good, or as scintillating as Mademoiselle At Arms. Perhaps that was the reason that I forgot to review this one.

    In any event, it was extremely well written, it was exciting, interesting, highly amusing in many parts, and really a page turner; I simply could not put this book down until I had read it from cover to cover. I don't agree that the heroine was silly or exasperating; she was French, and believe me, I have a great affinity and knowledge of and with the French, and have met many just such as the heroine here. Obviously not with the angst and hardships that the heroine of this regency time had to contend with, but those with her spirit and determination.

    I truly loved the hero, and his military sidekick, lol. Both were extremely amusing in their own ways, just as the heroine was. I just wish that I could have found other books from this author with the same charismatic enchantment as Mademoiselle At Arms.

    You will not regret reading this delightful story; wish I could have given it more stars...
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  • Annabel
    4.0 out of 5 stars Lovely writing
    Reviewed in Canada on February 2, 2020
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    Excellent storytelling. Fun adventure. Character repartee is hilarious.
    At times the narrative is a bit lengthy, but
    the book is hard to put down until you are three quarters through. Then the plot seems to be solved and the narrative becomes unhelpful in adding anything to the tension.
    Until the ending. That was fun, again. A truly delightful read. I’ll be off now to her next novel.
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  • kit
    4.0 out of 5 stars enormous fun reading
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 14, 2012
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    This book was such a refreshing change from a lot of dull reading it was my misfortune to pick recently. The moment I started the book my spirits lifted. Liz Bailey's book is full of laughter and light heartedness. But the plot grips you and the story leads you along rapidly, wondering what is next. It is intriguing and you can really enjoy getting to know the characters. I look forward to seeing what Lady Fan will get herself embroiled in next!
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