A Barefoot Tide: Barefoot Tides Series, Book 1 — Audiobook
A Barefoot Tide is the first audiobook in Grace Greene’s Barefoot Tides series, set in Emerald Isle, North Carolina. It follows Lilliane Moore as she leaves rural Virginia for a temporary job as a companion to an elderly man, bringing a new setting and personal uncertainty into the story.
At a glance
- Book 1 of the Barefoot Tides series, described as a two-book series.
- Set in Emerald Isle on North Carolina’s Crystal Coast.
- The plot centers on a temporary companion job that takes Lilliane Moore from rural Virginia to the coast.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Unabridged audio presentation runs 8 hours and 46 minutes.
- A clear setting and premise for listeners interested in character-focused stories about change and leaving home.
- The audiobook listing names Brittany Goodwin as narrator.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Listening length | 8 hours and 46 minutes |
| Version | Unabridged |
| Narrator | Brittany Goodwin |
| Language | English |
| Author | Grace Greene |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Kersey Creek Books |
| Publication date | April 8, 2024 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners looking for contemporary fiction set in a small coastal town.
- Fans of character-led stories about a new job, unfamiliar surroundings and ties to home.
- Audiobook buyers seeking an unabridged recording.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the story as engaging and heartwarming, with immersive characters and writing that draws listeners into the plot. Some customers say the ending leaves them wanting more. For listeners considering this 8-hour-and-46-minute unabridged recording, the reported appeal is the story and character experience rather than a fast-paced runtime. Aggregate ratings are broadly positive, though ratings alone do not explain individual reactions.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the story as engaging and heartwarming.
- Customers praise the immersive characters and writing style.
Mixed feedback
- Some customers say the ending leaves them wanting more.
Frequently asked questions
What is A Barefoot Tide about?
Lilliane Moore leaves rural Virginia for a temporary job as a companion to an elderly man in Emerald Isle, North Carolina. The listing describes the move and its unexpected consequences as central to the story.
Is this the first book in a series?
Yes. The listing identifies it as Book 1 of the Barefoot Tides series and describes the series as two books.
Who narrates the audiobook, and how long is it?
The listed narrator is Brittany Goodwin. The listening length is 8 hours and 46 minutes.
Is the audiobook abridged?
The listing specifies an unabridged version.
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