Catharine Dobbs has 3 audiobooks on Listento.it, narrated by 2 narrators. The most-rated is Emily's Story.
Girl from the Docks
Summary
Verdie’s entire life has been one of quiet desperation! Poverty is a constant companion for Verdie, her father, and younger brother Ansel. Living near the docks in Liverpool with two other families under the same roof, money for rent is a constant struggle, and food is scarce, made even more difficult by a lecherous gambler who refuses to pay his share of the rent. When their father succumbs to the 1849 cholera epidemic that sweeps through Liverpool, the young orphan’s situation becomes even more perilous. They are forced to do whatever they can to make their share of the food and rent. Robert grew up in privileged circumstances. That all changes when his father dies suddenly, leaving his estate tied up for months in probate. Robert has no other option but to seek employment at a former competitor of his fathers - the same family that employs Verdie. Robert is overjoyed. But Verdie is blinded by the amorous attentions of the household's handsome son Carson. Trouble ensues for everyone. Robert, with limited resources and influence, rises to the challenge to defend Verdie’s honor. Will it be enough to stop Carson from pursuing her? Can Robert’s fledging love for Verdie prevail? Girl from the Docks and all Catharine Dobbs' novellas are wholesome Victorian romances.
©2020 Catharine Dobbs (P)2020 Catharine Dobbs
Her Father's Legacy
Summary
When tragedy strikes, it leaves young Rose Herriott all alone in the world. What will become of her hopes and dreams? She lives in fear and daily torment, at the mercy of her cruel stepmother. Her father proved to be a man with a charitable heart and a deep love for his favorite daughter. When a mysterious letter arrives, she realizes she is not alone as she once believed. A special visitor brings fresh hope to her heart. Edward Taylor is a young man with a debt of gratitude to pay. When he returns home from the new world, he finds things to be far from that which he had expected. Can Edward act before it is too late, or will he find the faith placed in him misguided? Will Rose be able to claim what is rightfully hers? Only time will tell....
©2020 Catharine Dobbs (P)2020 Catharine Dobbs
Emily's Story
Summary
Emily’s life in the foundling hospital is filled with fear and despair. Held to a societal expectation out of her control, she is made to feel unworthy. When old enough to leave, she secures a job as a scullery maid in a wealthy household. A chance encounter reunites her with childhood friends, including the one boy who showed her kindness years before. Marcus could hardly forget the young girl he met while doing deliveries to the hospital. Fond memories dominate his thoughts of her. Emily is beautiful and Marcus is not the only one who has taken notice. Trouble seems to follow Emily wherever she goes. After false accusations are made that leaves her reputation in ruin, Emily return’s to the only place she’s ever felt loved. Will Marcus find her? Can he ignore the lies and their different social standings to proclaim his love once and forevermore? The Foundling Chronicles: Emily's Story and all Catharine Dobbs' novellas are wholesome Victorian Romances.
©2019 Catharine Dobbs (P)2020 Catharine Dobbs