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Lisa Beacom
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Hilary Grossman
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We live our entire lives thinking we know those closest to us. But do we ever really?
On the outside, Annabel O'Conner has it all - the perfect husband, two adorable children, an amazing job, and a mother from hell! Just when she gives up trying to regain her overbearing mother's love, an unexpected call turns her world around and makes Annabel question everything she believes about her life.
Could falling in love give a cold, stubborn, and selfish woman a second chance to open her heart back up to her family?
Beatrice Buchanan has spent more years than she can remember distancing herself from everyone close to her. She barely has a relationship with her grandchildren. The only time she manages to have a one way conversation with her daughter is during her weekly 15-minute commute to the nail salon. When Bea meets Walter on a cruise she realizes there may be more to life than designer clothes, killer handbags, and impressing the ladies at her posh country club.
As the mother and daughter duo team up to plan "Long Island's wedding of the year" they confront the secrets and lies that have defined them. This humorous and emotionally honest women's contemporary fiction novel will tug at your heartstrings and the twist ending will shock you.
©2015 Hilary Grossman (P)2016 Hilary GrossmanListeners also enjoyed...
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- Angela
- 04-27-20
What a surprise to love this story so much
I was not expecting to love this story like I did/do. There were parts I had to re-listen to just to make sure I heard the mother correctly and then sigh, roll my eyes or laugh out loud. She's a hoot in the worst and best way. It was heartfelt and funny and the characters are done so well. The narrator does a fantastic job brining the characters to life. I would love to listen to another of her books.
I did receive a copy of this audiobook at my request, and I have voluntarily left this review.
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- April H.
- 08-28-16
Plan Bea
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Annabel and her mother Bea have a very strained relationship. This is a book of discoveries for both women. There was plenty of foreshadowing on several events. I was able to figure out these things but had to listen to make sure I was correct. Nice twists and turns and surprise ending.
The narration was well done.The characters were well portrayed.
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- Dee
- 09-03-16
Liked it with one small issue
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I liked this story. It was unusual and sweet and sorrowful and all things you want in a story. The main character, Anna, was a bit selfish at times, especially when it came to dealing with her husband, but all in all it really was a good listen.
The narrator was good too. My only issue is the Shelly Long/Diane Chambers voice used for the mother, Bea. It. Was. Grating. I couldn't take. Even at the most pivotal point in the book, I couldn't take it. I had to fast forward.
This may not be an issue for you but it really killed the enjoyment of this listen for me.
The story ended with a bit of a cliffhanger which makes me think there will be a "Plan Cee." If there is no Shelly Long/Diane Chambers narration, I'm in!
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- Janet W
- 11-18-20
What fun!
Never ever could I have guessed the ending if this fun story! Great job Lisa and great boon Hilary!
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- Believer50
- 09-05-16
Good Story
I was given this book in exchange for an unbiased review. I liked this story. It brought together a family that had been separated by tradegy for more than twelve years. I like the way it brought out all of the little problems that was keeping the mother and daughter apart as well as sabatoging all of the other things that were going on in their lives. The narrator made me see Bea in a real way. She mastered the other voices but she nailed Bea.
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- Renee
- 01-19-17
Perfectly matched narrator
Plan Bea is a wonderful exploration of a mother and daughter trying to rebuild a broken relationship. There were moments that made me laugh, moments that choked me up and moments I just wanted to slap someone.
The characters were well developed and I found Annabel likeable and relatable, as for her mother Bea..... see the last point in the previous sentence.
This is the second of Hilary's books I've read and I'm really looking forward to the next one (You big tease Hilary! Leave me hanging like that! Now hurry up and publish Plan Cee!)
**Edit**
I just reread this via audiobook in preparation for the sequel, Plan Cee. I loved the story just as much this time around, even knowing the twists in advance. The narrator is brilliant - capturing the characters perfectly, from a small innocent boy to the snobby grandmother Bea.
I reviewed a complimentary copy.
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- Deedra
- 09-05-17
Plan Bea
I really enjoyed this book.There was a bit too much chatter at times,but all in all it was great.Lisa Beacom did a fine job narrating.Anna has had a terrible relationship with her mother most of her life.She is married with two kids,yet her mothers terrible treatment towards her affects every aspect of her life.Bea,her mom, decides it is time to make amends.“I was voluntarily provided this free review copy audiobook by the author, narrator, or publisher.”
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- Carrie
- 09-30-16
Good Story with Lots of Heart
This book had a great mix of funny, sad, and heartwarming moments. The characters were definitely multi-faceted as well, which made them more relatable. It was easy to become immersed in the story/characters' lives.
The narrator was amazing! She gave each character such a unique voice that I could have picked out which character was speaking without being informed within the text. I would love to listen to some of her other work.
This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of AudiobookBoom
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- Connie Higgins
- 10-23-19
Plan Bea
This was a great book all 8 hrs. and 31 mins. Bea's voice was annoying but over all narration was great I have never listened to anything narrated by Lisa Beacon she does a fantastic job. This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of AubiobookBoom. Thank You
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- Marla
- 09-07-16
Open Up your heart.
Would you listen to Plan Bea again? Why?
Yes, much to be learned from this book.
Who was your favorite character and why?
Walt He was an awsome character always seemed to be calm.
Have you listened to any of Lisa Beacom’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
No but she did a fine job on this one.
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
The scene at the cemetary made me cry. So much is held in people, that others do not know.
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