A Bright Young Thing, Brianne Moore
A Bright Young Thing, Brianne Moore
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A Bright Young Thing

Author: Brianne Moore

Narrator: Shiromi Arserio

Unabridged: 11 hr 39 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/07/2021


Synopsis

In 1931 England, Astra Davies defies all the conventions. Clever, witty, and determined, she smokes, drinks, plays a mean piano, and gallivants around London with her beloved Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. But she finds herself in a tight spot when her parents die suddenly, leaving her with a raft of debts. With few marketable skills and a closet full of family secrets, she has two choices: find a rich husband or make her own way. A fiercely driven woman like Astra is not about to cast her lot in with a man, especially out of desperation. And since the only man she fancies—Jeremy Harris, the Earl of Dunreaven—is as hard up as she is, her way forward is clear. But the path to independence is a bumpy one fraught with hazards and heartbreaking choices: a blackmailing socialite threatens to derail Astra's reputation, a brainless business partner just might drive her even further into debt, and a series of bruising scandals dogs her every step of the way. From the bustle of London to the country estates of the aristocracy, Astra embarks on a journey that tests her brains, wit, and mettle as never before. But one way or another, Astra Davies is dead set on proving she's no ordinary Bright Young Thing.

About Brianne Moore

Brianne Moore was born into a family of chefs. She grew up baking, spinning tales of bold princesses and gutsy ladies, and developing a deep love for British history and authors. After receiving a degree in English literature from Macalester College, she embarked on a career in journalism and web publishing. Once she moved from Pennsylvania to Edinburgh, Scotland, she felt like she had finally come home. She now lives by the sea in East Lothian with her husband, sons, and crazy bulldog, Isla.

About Shiromi Arserio

Shiromi Arserio is a stage actor, voice talent, and audiobook narrator. She holds a BA in theater from Rose Bruford College of Theatre and Performance. In addition to narrating dozens of audiobooks, her voice can be heard in documentaries, e-learning projects, and video games such as Nancy Drew: The Shattered Medallion. A native of London, England, she currently resides in the Seattle area with her husband and her two fur babies.


Reviews

A Bright Young Thing by Brianne Moore had a very captivating and entertaining storyline. It was a historical fiction book that took place in England in the 1930’s. Just the right amount of drama and romance were woven into the plot to make it memorable. I listened to the audiobook that was very well......more

Goodreads review by Karren

Astra Davies has recently lost her parents, she moves to London to live with her Aunt Elinor and cousin Toby. Financially, her circumstances are grim, she needs to curb her spending and rent out Hensley the family estate. Her Aunt points out the obvious solution to her problem, to get married, Astra......more

Goodreads review by Maja

DID NOT WOW ME This was neither a good or a bad book. To me, it was just kind of blah. I never really got a sense of what kind of book it wanted to be. A historical mystery? A historical romance? Or perhaps a historical drama? I think I spend too much time trying to figure this out that the rest of t......more

Fans of Downton Abbey & Bringing Down the Duke will enjoy this tale of perseverance set in 1930s Britain full of snobbish Lords & Ladies. While the writing felt a little lackluster, this was still a nice read! The dialogue was full of British witticisms and super quick - I loved it. Astra's rise to i......more

This was a delightful, very entertaining historical fiction sprinkled with clean romance. It’s told during the 1930s, when England was experiencing changes but status was still everything. It didn’t feel like Downton Abby to me but it did have house parties with Frenemies, Earls and the like. I love......more