Long Time Coming

With clear articulation and gender-specific characterizations, narrator Susan Denaker tells the romantic story of Marnie, her adopted son, David, and world-famous astronaut Law Kincaid. After Marnie's sister dies unexpectedly, Marnie adopts 4-year-old David. Their life is idyllic until David turns 15 and a mysterious letter is sent to Law Kincaid saying that David is his son. The tension of the story is tantalizing as long-held secrets are revealed. Denaker captures David's teen personality through soft accents and youthful exuberance. Her exceptional depiction of Marnie is engaging as Marnie experiences many emotions relating to Kincaid and his reaction to the surprising situation he finds himself in. This title will not disappoint Sandra Brown fans. G.D.W. (c) AudioFile 2006, Portland, Maine