• Behind the Mic: On The First Actress by C.W. Gortner, Read by Gabrielle de Cuir

    Jo Reed and Robin Whitten Discuss the Colorful and Turbulent Life of Actress Sarah Bernhardt

    Every Monday through Friday, AudioFile’s editors recommend the best in audiobook listening. We keep our daily episodes short and sweet, with audiobook clips to give you a sample of our featured listens.

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    On today’s episode, host Jo Reed and AudioFile’s Robin Whitten discuss what they loved about the absorbing historical fiction audiobook, The First Actress, including the colorful and unique characters, descriptions of Paris and events, and lavish Golden Age opulence. De Cuir’s accents are impeccable as she portrays the romance, complex family dynamics, and the many people who influenced Bernhardt’s life.

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    Behind the Mic
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    Every Monday through Friday, AudioFile Editors recommend the best in audiobook listening. All in 6 minutes or less. It’s short, sweet, and just what your ears need.





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