Charming Grace, Deborah Smith
Charming Grace, Deborah Smith
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Charming Grace
A Novel

Author: Deborah Smith

Narrator: William Dufris, Moira Driscoll

Unabridged: 13 hr 11 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 07/15/2008

Synopsis

A slumbering Georgia community almost chokes on its mint juleps when Hollywood calls to film the true-life (and death) story of a heroic local lawman. Aside from the chaos that trails in the moviemakers’ wakes, one person has a very private reason for not wanting the intimate details of the gentleman’s life story revealed—his widow, Grace.So begins her inventive, comic crusade to obstruct proceedings, aided and abetted by a cast of quirky eccentrics, including the movie star’s personal bodyguard and a good-hearted ex-con with a private tragedy of his own. But, amidst the high jinks, nobody is prepared for the heartbreaking secrets that are finally revealed, secrets that will change all of them—hero, heroine, and movie star—forever.

About Deborah Smith

Deborah Smith is a New York Times bestselling author of numerous contemporary romance novels, including A Place to Call Home, On Bear Mountain, and The Crossroads Cafe. There are more than 3 million copies of her books in print. She is married and lives in the mountains of northern Georgia.

About William Dufris

William Dufris attended the University of Southern Maine in Portland-Gorham before pursuing a career in voice work in London and then the United States. He has won more than twenty AudioFile Earphones Awards, was voted one of the Best Voices at the End of the Century by AudioFile magazine, and won the prestigious Audie Award in 2012 for best nonfiction narration. He lives with his family in Maine.

About Moira Driscoll

Moira Driscoll’s theatrical credits include numerous productions Off-Broadway and at theaters throughout the United States and Europe. She has appeared on television in Law & Order, Cosby, and One Life to Live. Her voice has been featured on PBS and NPR and in audiobooks, as well as in museum exhibits across the country.

Reviews

AudiobooksNow review by PATRICIA on 2010-07-31 12:35:57

Despite all the poor reviews, I was quite impressed. Maybe its because I live in that bustling metropolis to the south af Dalonegah and have visited the pretty little town and waddled out of the Smith House many times. I even remember the 5 year hunt for the Turnkey bomber who was obviously based on Eric Rudolph, the Olympic Park Bomber. His capture wasn't nearly so exciting, but we must allow a little creative license especially since that's a major plot point of this story. Deborah Smith may have written better books, but that doesn't mean this one isn't quite good.

Goodreads review by Stephanie on December 31, 2017

Its been a very challenging year ... and I've seriously neglected recording my books to Goodreads for 2017. In an effort to document some of my selections, CHARMING GRACE was among my reading choices for the year I found the main character, Grace Baghshaw Vance a world-wind ... and a marvel. The chara......more

Goodreads review by Gail on September 13, 2011

I pretty much like anything Deborah Smith has written, which is why I picked this one up when I saw it at the library. It has more humor than other things of Smith's I've read, but still had plenty of her "trademark" angsty stuff. Grace Vance is determined to stop a Hollywood version of a movie abou......more

Goodreads review by Mary on March 08, 2018

This book is different from other books I have read by Deborah Smith. I enjoyed it even though I thought some of the plot details were a little far-fetched. It was a fun book to read, but there was also a hint of sadness in it too.......more

Goodreads review by James Allaby on August 13, 2021

Another winner from Deborah Smith Intriguing story full of great characters. Story line a mixture of humor , sadness and a fierce devotion to family.......more

Goodreads review by Pauline on July 07, 2020

Well this was a silly book - not particularly funny either. All in all a big disappointment and I must admit I skipped quite a bit of it.......more

Quotes

“When this generous book throws its arms open to assemble a family with Boone and Grace at its center, the reader rejoices. Romance is about the future, and everyone gets a new one in this big-hearted Southern tale.” Washington Post

“No one is better at taking standard situations and giving them her own unique twist. Smith’s brand of southern humor and characterization brings a special flair to this funny, poignant book. Storytelling at its best!” RT Book Reviews (4 ½ stars, Top Pick!)

“A romance to treasure.” Library Journal (starred review)

“Writing with an easy charm and sassy wit, Smith deftly fashions a splendid story of love and honor. Blessed with an abundance of delightfully eccentric characters and a plot that gracefully moves between past and present, this is a romance to treasure.” Booklist (starred review)

“Smith blends Southern charm and Hollywood brass, kicking up the satire with Stone’s script notes, full of cliches, paranoia and celluloid-deep emotion. Her unflagging energy, forgiving spirit and mischievous imagination compel the reader to delight with her in the frailty of heroes on-screen and off, proving that Smith is one romance novelist who just keeps getting better.”  Publishers Weekly

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