The Davenports: More than This

De: Krystal Marquis

Narrado por: Joniece Abbott-Pratt

The anticipated sequel to the instant New York Times bestseller featuring escapist romance and a wealthy Black family in 1910s Chicago

Like the blazing Chicago sun, the drama is heating up for the Davenports and their social set. Before the summer of 1910 drops its last petal, the lives—and loves—of these four young women will change in ways they never could have imagined:

Newly engaged Ruby Tremaine is eagerly planning her wedding to the love of her life when a nasty rumor threatens her reputation and her marriage. Olivia Davenport has committed to the social justice cause and secretly hopes she’ll be reunited with dashing lawyer Washington DeWight—until her parents decide she’s to marry someone else. Amy-Rose Shepherd is making her lifelong wish of owning a salon come true, but when an incident forces her to return to Freeport Manor, she’s back in the path of John Davenport, who still holds her heart. Helen Davenport is determined to get over her own heartbreak and bring the Davenport Carriage Company into the new century, even if it means teaming up with a thrill-seeking racecar driver who just loves to get under her skin.

Inspired by the real-life story of the Patterson family, More Than This is the second book in critically adored Davenports series, following four empowered and passionate young Black women as they navigate a rapidly changing society and discover the courage to steer their own paths in life—and love.

“The Davenport universe has history, humor, and heart baked into it.” —Kirkus
"Richly portrays the complexities of early 20th century Black society.” —SLJ
“With more romance and intrigue . . . as interesting and juicy as ever.” —Booklist©2024 Krystal Marquis (P)2024 Listening Library

The description of clothing and feelings of the characters

I enjoyed Book 2 of the Davenports. It was great to read and hear an update on these four young ladies, all with different personalities and perspectives,

Can’t wait for the next Book

I truly enjoyed listening to both books and getting to know the Characters. Their stories were truly interesting.

Loved the story

I always enjoy historical fiction and this continuation of the Davenports did not disappoint. The narrator was excellent.

Loved it!!!

Great sequel. Can’t wait for the next installment!! I wish it was out today! Right now!

Great read

I love historical fiction particularly as it relates to the turn of the century and the lives of Black folk.

Love

I hope they make it a movie . The books are amazing. A good read and starting over.

Lovely Layers in the plot

Carries you to the next level with tried and true characters. When is the next one?

Loved this series

I thoroughly enjoyed the evolution of all the characters. A very heart warming storyline. I love that there is no unresolved twist and turns.

So good!

Great story. Good and clean listening. A very enjoyable storyline. Can’t wait for another book.

I didn’t want the story to end

I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this collection of the Davenport books.

The characters were well developed & I easily became invested in their stories.

The reader did an excellent job executing the various voices of the characters.

I particularly appreciate how the story while fictional was inspired by CR Patterson - an African-American carriage manufacturer, entrepreneur and civil rights activist. Kudos to the author !!! I don’t know if there’s a third book in the making, but I hope so!