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Narrated by:
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Barbara Rosenblat
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By:
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Dorothy Gilman
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Emily “vacations” at an opulent Swiss resort in the hope of locating nine pounds of hijacked plutonium intended for an atom bomb.
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- By: Dorothy Gilman
- Narrated by: Roslyn Alexander
- Length: 6 hrs and 37 mins
- Unabridged
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From the author of the classic mysteries starring the irrepressible CIA spy, Mrs. Pollifax, comes a delightfully different mystery with a most unholy twist. Filled with all the hilarious surprises and good old-fashioned suspense that her fans have come to love, A Nun in the Closet is the story of two high-spirited nuns who accidentally stumble into a dangerous plot involving ghosts, gangsters, and Protestants.
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Groovy 70's Nun Farce
- By Pam on 07-16-12
By: Dorothy Gilman
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The Clairvoyant Countess
- By: Dorothy Gilman
- Narrated by: Ruth Ann Phimister
- Length: 6 hrs and 48 mins
- Unabridged
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From the best-selling author of the famous Mrs. Pollifax series comes another delightfully eccentric and sage female sleuth - the exotic Madame Karitska. Although she is a genuine countess, Marina Elena Provovnitchek Gaylord Von Domm Karitska is foremost a psychic. When one of her clients turns up dead, Madame Karitska makes the acquaintance of Detective-Lieutenant Pruden, and an uncanny partnership is born. Madame Karitska forms images with the psychic vibrations she picks up from personal objects.
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Very very Cozy
- By MerylB on 05-29-15
By: Dorothy Gilman
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The Tightrope Walker
- By: Dorothy Gilman
- Narrated by: Ruth Ann Phimister
- Length: 6 hrs and 49 mins
- Unabridged
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“They’re going to kill me soon,” begins the note Amelia discovers in an antique hurdy-gurdy. From that moment on, the shy young woman finds herself doing all kinds of things she never thought possible. Between newfound intimacies and a risky journey into the past, Amelia comes to see herself in a whole new light. The scrawled note drives Amelia to find out what happened to the person who wrote it, identified only as “Hannah.” Who was Hannah? Was she really murdered? Amelia’s investigation leads her to dizzying new heights of romance and danger. Like a tightrope walker, she must not look down—especially when she finds herself in situations uncannily similar to those Hannah faced just before her murder. Like the Mrs. Pollifax mysteries for which Dorothy Gilman is famous, The Tightrope Walker features a spirited and unpretentious heroine and an intriguing mystery, enhanced by colorful settings and characters. Ruth Ann Phimister’s skillful narration adds a personal dimension, making you care about Amelia and the fascinating and dangerous people she meets.
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A+ Mystery with Engaging Characters and Plot
- By ButterflyRose on 06-23-15
By: Dorothy Gilman
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Uncertain Voyage
- By: Dorothy Gilman
- Narrated by: Alyssa Bresnahan
- Length: 6 hrs and 45 mins
- Unabridged
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Uncertain Voyage is certain to hold you spellbound with its tale of a timid young American woman who finds herself in situations that would test anyone’s courage. Melissa Aubrey is touring Europe alone as part of her quest to establish her self-reliance. Still recovering from a nervous breakdown brought on by a disastrous marriage, Melissa is fragile, to say the least. When one of her fellow travelers makes an urgent plea that she deliver a small package to an address in Majorca, Melissa is thrown into a dizzying whirlwind of romance, mystery, and danger.
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Sadly, no uncertainty
- By Marina on 07-09-12
By: Dorothy Gilman
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- Nancy J
- 04-16-13
Delightful, As Usual
A Palm for Mrs. Pollifax provides another delightful adventure for that most unlikely of spies, Mrs. Emily Pollifax. In her fourth mission for Carstairs of the CIA, the middle-aged widow from suburban New Jersey goes to a Swiss luxury clinic/resort in search of stolen plutonium believed to be in the area. At the spa, she encounters a large cast of widely varied characters, some good and some bad.
Not surprisingly in a Mrs. Pollifax story, a number of things go wrong with Mrs. P's mission. She must overcome adversity with the help of several of her new acquaintances in order to complete the mission and she triumphs in the end. While the skeleton of the plot may seem to be rather bland and dull, Dorothy Gilman peoples her books with such wonderful characters that the stories are interesting and charming.
As usual, Barbara Rosenblat gives an excellent performance as narrator.
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- THoward
- 01-24-16
Mrs Pollifax is extraordinary!
Emily Pollifax is a woman who inspires all women. She is a brave soul who travels the world to right wrongs and carry out tasks to make the world better. She is spunky with her karate classes, she is well read and familiar with current events. She makes friends easily and inspires others to do better.
Emily Pollifax even has a ton of adventure in her life, even though her neighbor thinks Emily doesn't know adventure at all.
Very few swear words, no sex and a very fun read. Some creative writing and suitable for the entire family.
We giggle along with Emily's actions and comments. She is a doll!
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- Debra
- 05-13-19
Enjoyable and suspenseful
I love these books! the author does a wonderful job I'll bring the reader into the book. the reader does a great job with voices.
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- JULIA
- 05-16-20
Very well done!
Another entry in my "Read over and over" library of books. Dorothy Gilman has entertained me for years, and it's great to have her stories in audio format. Good story, great narration, totally enjoyable!
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- Holly
- 02-13-20
Lovely supporting cast in this episode
Though not my favorite thus far in the series, it was a diverting and well-written episode in Mrs. Pollifax's career as a spy...or spy assistant. I especially liked the plot development with Robin, the jewel thief, and also enjoyed her burgeoning friendship with the young boy. I love the all too brief interludes with the CIA staff who clearly care about her a great deal. Most of all, I admire Mrs. Pollifax. Great reading to lose oneself in. Wonderfully delivered by Barbara Rosenblatt. Oh, is she good!
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- Vetta
- 11-09-21
love this series
I absolutely love this series, it's so witty and funny. Mrs. Pallifax would be an amazing person to know!
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- Eleanor L. Archuleta
- 07-29-20
Great book
Barbara is an amazing narrator!! The text really comes to life as she reads.. Looking forward to the next book.
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- Amazon Customer
- 03-24-18
Intrigue & whimsey
Always delightful, Mrs.Polifax again holds us in suspense interlaced with just enough common sense to let us breathe.
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- Barbara
- 02-18-23
Mrs. Pollifax Saves The Day
Such a delightful read! Mrs. Pollifax is amazing a minimalist way. Such a hero and great soul.
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- Rach
- 07-05-23
On to the next story
On to the next story . Lloved the book . Can’t wait to listen to next one
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