The Carved Cupboard (Dramatic Reading)


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(4.7 stars; 45 reviews)

Agatha, Gwen, Clare and Elfie have always been told that they will inherit their aunt's house. But when their aunt dies, she leaves it all to their intolerable cousin James. What will they do? Will the verses Nannie gives them prove true? Summary by Esther ben Simonides.

Cast List:

Narrator: Larry Wilson
Agatha: Beth Thomas
Gwen: Adele de Pignerolles
Clare: Esther ben Simonides
Elfie, Maid: Rachel
Cousin James: Zames Curran
Hugh Knox: tovarisch
Nannie: KHand
Jane: Vanessa Cooley
Patty: MaryAnn
Deb: April Walters
Miss Miller: Kristin Gjerløw
The Pastor, Walter, Watson, Roger Lester, Clement Arkwright, the Footman: Rupert Holliday
Miss Villars: Allie Christy
Audrey Foster, Curate's Daughter: Lydia
Tom Lester: Oxenhandler
Major Lester: Bill
Alick Lester: Bob Scott

Audio Edited by: Esther ben Simonides (4 hr 53 min)

Chapters

Dramatis Personae 1:49 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
A Supplanter 12:41 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Four Verses 15:19 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
A Country Home 16:01 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Bluebeard's Cupboard 15:31 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
A Quiet Sunday 14:56 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
A Departure 13:30 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Unrest 15:45 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Entertaining a Stranger 16:54 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Gwen's Resolve 13:26 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Clare's Discovery 13:27 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Agatha's Legacy 16:46 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Out in California 11:54 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
His Last Message 15:26 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
The Cousins' Return 15:17 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Alick Lester 14:14 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Bringing Bad Tidings 15:08 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Elfie's Choice 15:57 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Patty's Grave 13:13 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
The Rightful Heir 13:38 Read by LibriVox Volunteers
Brought Back 12:43 Read by LibriVox Volunteers

Reviews

Spiritually rich


(5 stars)

Do you struggle with accepting life’s disappointments? Are you discontent? Are you wise in your own eyes? Are you worried over finances? In all these areas and more, this book will help you to trust God and His word. I loved the character of each of the sisters and their interactions with each other. I loved them finding the truth of God’s Word in their lives. I loved the voices of the readers. Especially the oldest and youngest sisters.

I love love loved this book!


(4.5 stars)

I really really loved this book! Okay I’ll admit, one person’s mic/recording was a bit bad at times though not always (I can only main think of one or two times) but their voice acting along with everyone else’s were amazing!!! It was so gentle, real, inspiring and lovely to listen to so thank you all! And I know one or two people have left a review about its too religious or something but for those who want their faith as on fire and more so as personal as those girls (and dear Hugh!) then it’s perfecto and amazing!! Thank you! I love dramatic readings.

Kept me occupied


(3 stars)

To be honest I didn't really like this story, the was not much point to it. The recordings were clear and nice but the volume fluctuated between cast members which made listening through headphones painful at times. Despite my opinions, it was a nice way gentile story with not too many worries or moments fraught with emotion. If you want to just listen to something without getting emotionally a story this book is great


(5 stars)

Beautiful and encouraging at the same time as being full of mystery and plot twists. The mystery of the carved cupboard keeps surfacing and affects many lives among a cast of colorful and clearly drawn characters living through a season of crisis and change and growth.


(4 stars)

good story and uplifting words of God when we try to control things. The recording is not all that great as some voices are not as clear as others, the volume fluctuates so much between characters, and sometime there was a tinny hollow sound.


(5 stars)

This is a very enjoyable story. It shows how God works in our life through distresses, through good works, and through the blessings of his word.

Cosy and Enjoyable


(5 stars)

I found this a very enjoyable story. Cosy and wholesome yet far from boring characters, a small mystery, and a happy ending.


(5 stars)

good story, well read just that voices do not always match the characters