
Desert Heat & Native Tongue
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Narrated by:
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Joel Leslie
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By:
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Lucy Felthouse
About this listen
Desert Heat: Their love is forbidden by rules, religion, and risk. Yet, still they can't resist. Captain Hugh Wilkes is on his last tour of duty in Afghanistan. The British Army is withdrawing, and Wilkes expects his posting to be event-free. That is, until he meets his Afghan interpreter, Rustam Balkhi, who awakens desires in Wilkes that he'd almost forgotten about, and that won't be ignored.
Native Tongue: They may be back on British soil, but the battle isn't over. When Captain Hugh Wilkes fell for his Afghan interpreter, Rustam Balkhi, he always knew things would never be easy. After months of complete secrecy, their return to England should have spelt an end to the sneaking around and the insane risks. But it seems there are many obstacles for them to overcome before they can truly be happy together. Can they get past those obstacles, or is this one battle too many for their fledgling relationship?
©2015 Lucy Felthouse (P)2016 Lucy FelthouseA touching story of love
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Would you consider the audio edition of Desert Heat & Native Tongue to be better than the print version?
I have not read the print version but some books are made for audio and this is one. Although I would definitely read it as well.Who was your favorite character and why?
I think Hugh Wilkes was my favourite. The author has portrayed him as such a likeable character and Joel Leslie made him come alive with his wonderful brummie accent. I could tell he was a Midlands lad as soon as the character came into the story. Joel's characterisation of Rustam Balkhi was very good as well. Hugh has to go through so much soul searching and finally choosing to be with Rustam.In fact Joel Leslie shows he is excellent at accents and giving characters their own distinct features.
Which scene did you most enjoy?
In the two Stories my favourite scenes were; in Desert Heat, when Rustam was given the news of a friend's death and subsequently when Wiles and Balkhi come together for the first time in Camp Bastion. In Native Tongue it was the scene in Soho. I loved the line High said 'is there a problem here with mixed race couples' turning the tables on another gay couples preconceptions.Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
In Desert Heat it was again the scene Rustam was told of his friends death and all the implications it would have for him if he ever wanted to see his family again.In Native Tongue it was when Hugh took Rustam to meet his family, so well written and narrated.
Any additional comments?
I would recommend this audiobook to anyone wanting a wonderful love story.I was given a copy of this audiobook by the narrator in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Terrific story of love in the military
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This forbidden relationship is hot as hell. I think the fact that it’s not the norm and also frowned upon makes it all that more enjoyable. Great characters with lots of chemistry. Joel is fantastic as usual, lots of accents that show off Joel’s talent.
Native tongue
This book, like the first is about a gay couple coming out into society for the first time. Challenging times for them. Written very well. Fantastic narration from Joel.
Great M/M books
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Joel Leslie did an incredible job with the characters. This was my 1st time hearing him as a narrator and he did a DAMN good British àccent + Iranian àccent too!
I have no problem recommending this book to others because it has a POWERFUL LESSON.
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the narrators voice was OK I just didn't love him.
enjoyable m/m
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The narrator has a sexy voice too.
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Double pleasure- two books in one
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I love this book!
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Brilliant Military Romance
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Native Tongue: They may be back on British soil, but the battle isn't over. When Captain Hugh Wilkes fell for his Afghan interpreter, Rustam Balkhi, he always knew things would never be easy. After months of complete secrecy, their return to England should have spelt an end to the sneaking around and the insane risks. But it seems there are many obstacles for them to overcome before they can truly be happy together. Can they get past those obstacles, or is this one battle too many for their fledgling relationship?
This is great male/male love story. I enjoyed the book and all it represented.
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Not for me.
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