WHEN BEAUTY TAMED THE BEAST

Miss Linnet Berry Thrynne, a beautiful maid of the town, shunned because she wore a dress that made her look pregnant, is hastily betrothed to Piers Yelverton, Earl of Marchant of Wales, who is infamous for his beastly disposition. Susan Duerden delivers this new rendition of “Beauty and the Beast” with soft tones that are punctuated by emotional outbursts. Linnet and Piers do not get along when they meet, their personalities and emotions clashing like waves against the rocky shores of Wales. Duerden’s performance is flawless as she shapes James’s words into a vibrant story. Can Linnet tame Piers? The wilds of Wales will shape them both into a formidable pair. Duerden’s delivery of clever words, vivid scenes, and dramatic personalities makes this story come alive. M.B.K. 2012 Audies Finalist © AudioFile 2012, Portland, Maine [Published: MAY 2012]