ALL ABOUT PASSION

The incomparable Simon Prebble makes for racy good fun. Never faltering, even when reading about the most peculiar sexual positions, his narration creates a mood of pleasure and excitement that give the listener plenty of escapist entertainment. We are so pleased for Gyles, Earl of Chillingworth, and his fabulous cousin, Francesca. They seem to have the idyllic marriage . . . except for the mysterious accidents that continue to befall Francesca. Great horses, odd relations, and even friendly high-society types fill out this whimsical and adventuresome romance. B.H.B. (c) AudioFile 2003, Portland, Maine [Published: DEC 03/JAN 04]