MARCH 2017 - AudioFile
Down on her luck and running from the law, Clara, now known as Sara, sets out to heal and reinvent herself. Narrator Tavia Gilbert’s voice expertly reflects the range of moods and thoughts going through Sara's mind. Gilbert's smooth, well-modulated voice adds to the overall picture of the complicated island people and the life Sara now tries to lead. The production includes a special touch: Each of its chapters begins with descriptions of regional birds and their unique cries. Gilbert’s narration pulls the listener in to imagine the sparkle of the sea glass and the lapping water on the scenic beaches of the Canadian island Sara seeks to call home. Follow Sara’s struggles for an excellent listen with a heartwarming touch of romance. A.M.G. © AudioFile 2017, Portland, Maine
From the Publisher
The Runaway Midwife takes us on a journey from loss, grief and guilt to one of love, forgiveness and redemption. Patricia Harman deftly tells the story of a midwife who discovers that she, too, can soar like the island’s wild swans.” — New York Times bestselling author Mary McNear
“In The Runaway Midwife, Patricia Harman, delivers a fast-paced, engrossing tale of a woman on the run from a bad marriage and an estranged daughter […] The characters are convincing, the plot tight and the conclusion convincing.” — Roberta Rich, author of The Midwife of Venice
“[Harman] draws on her experience as a midwife to add true-to-life detail to Clara’s adventure, grounding the high-stakes story. Full of hope and heart, this will appeal to anyone tempted by the thought of complete reinvention.” — Booklist
“[This] novel takes readers on a journey of transformation and self-discovery… the characters are dynamic, the central themes are relatable and the story will warm your heart and soul.” — RT Book Reviews
“Harman’s (The Midwife of Hope River) experience as a midwife shines thorough in the details in this quiet novel about a woman rediscovering her true self. Fans of Maria Semple’s Where’d You Go Bernadette will enjoy this story of a woman’s courageous reinvention.” — Library Journal
Booklist
[Harman] draws on her experience as a midwife to add true-to-life detail to Clara’s adventure, grounding the high-stakes story. Full of hope and heart, this will appeal to anyone tempted by the thought of complete reinvention.
RT Book Reviews
[This] novel takes readers on a journey of transformation and self-discovery… the characters are dynamic, the central themes are relatable and the story will warm your heart and soul.
New York Times bestselling author Mary McNear
The Runaway Midwife takes us on a journey from loss, grief and guilt to one of love, forgiveness and redemption. Patricia Harman deftly tells the story of a midwife who discovers that she, too, can soar like the island’s wild swans.
Roberta Rich
In The Runaway Midwife, Patricia Harman, delivers a fast-paced, engrossing tale of a woman on the run from a bad marriage and an estranged daughter […] The characters are convincing, the plot tight and the conclusion convincing.
Booklist
[Harman] draws on her experience as a midwife to add true-to-life detail to Clara’s adventure, grounding the high-stakes story. Full of hope and heart, this will appeal to anyone tempted by the thought of complete reinvention.
MARCH 2017 - AudioFile
Down on her luck and running from the law, Clara, now known as Sara, sets out to heal and reinvent herself. Narrator Tavia Gilbert’s voice expertly reflects the range of moods and thoughts going through Sara's mind. Gilbert's smooth, well-modulated voice adds to the overall picture of the complicated island people and the life Sara now tries to lead. The production includes a special touch: Each of its chapters begins with descriptions of regional birds and their unique cries. Gilbert’s narration pulls the listener in to imagine the sparkle of the sea glass and the lapping water on the scenic beaches of the Canadian island Sara seeks to call home. Follow Sara’s struggles for an excellent listen with a heartwarming touch of romance. A.M.G. © AudioFile 2017, Portland, Maine