among the better ones of the series

I enjoyed this book - was among the better ones and the plot line was interesting. Wonder what happens with the next instalment. The narrator is much worse than the one who did the first 10 books. I would have given it a higher rating but for him. If you like the gamache series you 'll like this one too.

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wonderful listen

thoroughly enjoyed full series. yes it took a while to get used to different narrator, but once there the performance was excellent.
In addition the interview at the end of the book is well worth a listen.

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If you could sum up Glass Houses in three words, what would they be?

Gripping! Completely gripping!

What was one of the most memorable moments of Glass Houses?

The tenderness shown by Armand to Reine-Marie after she had discovered a murder victim.

Which character – as performed by Robert Bathurst – was your favourite?

Ruth Zardo =)

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

Listening to Armand talk to Isabel in the ambulance on the way to hospital and later when he visited her.

Any additional comments?

The interview at the end between Louise & Robert was a lovely treat; her manner is so genuine and relaxed, I felt like I could sit and chat to Louise for hours =)

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Fantastic as always. Such an education too

I love this series. I feel like Armand is a close friend as the writing wraps us all into 3 Pines. I learn so much from the history woven through these complex yet easy to follow novels. I’m straight on to the next

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WONDERFUL!

Brilliant, once again, and I had no idea who did it! Great writing, as always, thank you Louise for making me weep once again 👍🏻😍🤧

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Nice trial scene

Good story but not her best book. A bit soft in parts. Less of fav characters more about new ones in the village.

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Mixed feelings

Would you listen to Glass Houses again? Why?

No. I enjoyed the story, but I really don't like Robert Bathurst reading these books. He's an amazing actor. I have so much respect for him, but for me this just isn't the right material for him. Maybe if I hadn't already heard Adam Sims reading the first few, it wouldn't be so disappointing. I loved Adam Sims narration of this series. He is Canadian and brings each character to life beautifully. Even hearing the difference between the French Canadian characters and the English speaking Canadians was valuable. He gave the books a sense of place that you just don't get with Robert Bathurst.

Would you listen to another book narrated by Robert Bathurst?

Absolutely and if he reads the next, I will listen to it because I want to listen to the next Gamache book. If he was reading another story (not Three Pines) I'd love to listen to him narrating, I'd just far rather he wasn't reading this series.

Any additional comments?

I love the characters in these books. I really enjoy the feeling of returning to Three Pines when I begin to read each new story. There's something remarkable about the juxtaposition between the comfort and feeling of home you get from the familiarity of the beautiful place, the warm characters, the cosy bistro etc. and the chilling, tense, angst ridden plots.

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Extraordinary,compelling,compassionate

A totally brilliant book. Beautifully read. I have already listened to it twice and mourn the fact there is not the next one to read yet. A. masterpiece,
Julie West

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Another gripping storyline

Kept me guessing right to the end and couldn’t put the last two chapters down

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Good but not exceptional

The problems with a series of books is the amount of repetition necessary for those who haven’t read the previous books. However, I’m so fed up with everyone being “FINE”! And how can a grown up wonder around with food in their hair?! While I did enjoy this book and it was well written (and I realise it’s fiction) I don’t understand why good people do bad things!

It is written in two time frames but three branches. It is clear and not too confusing for the most part, which is aided by the seasons. Almost at the end of the series now. And strangely, whilst I previously thought I’d miss them when they were gone, I don’t think I will miss the characters now. On to the next.

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