Superb!

LOVE this series so much and this final book brought the story arc to a deeply heartfelt and satisfying conclusion.

The narrator is wonderful. His narration seems so effortless - his delivery is so smooth. He narrates at just the right pace for me and all of the characters’ voices are unique. I LOVE his reading of Murdo. ❤️ He really has spoilt me for other narrators!

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🤗 Outstanding Narration ⚜️ Classy Trilogy

Lovely! This is a thoughtfully plotted and cohesively written trilogy. Murdo had more to do on page and l squealed in joy at his big moment – so perfect!! However, I wished for more showing rather than telling because, seriously, David did not need to discuss the father dying with Ferguson, Murdo, Catherine, Chalmers himself, Elizabeth and a Solicitor?! David’s monologues could have been culled and better editing would have checked the redundant or repetitive information peppering the story. Nonetheless, I am very pleased to have met Murdo + David and very satisfied with their HEA. Overall, I feel the Enlightenment Trilogy is one of the classiest entries in the MM genre.

🎧 Hamish McKinlay has settled into the characters and inhabited every single one, perfectly expressing them. So when David finally has a passionate outburst or Murdo second guesses himself, I knew it was them regardless of their uncharacteristic emotions. Hamish’s ability to evoke a scene was needed to hold my interest during dull dialogue with the likes of Catherine or filler material such as observing a pub landlord rekindle a fire. Mr. McKinlay enjoyed himself this time around and I particularly salute his vocal choice for the ‘obsequious innkeeper’ which was this side of perfect ridiculousness! Listen out for Lennox’s smarmy iteration of ‘Davey’ and run for the hills as I did! Thank you so much, Mr. McKinlay! Bravo!

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A Brilliant ending to this trilogy.....

All the stars for this perfect, PERFECT narration of the story by Hamish McKinlay. He is SO expressive, he really gets involved and brings the characters audibly to life....he IS David Lauriston, he IS Lord Murdo Balfour with all of their feelings; their heated anger, their unbridled joy, their passionate desire [chapter 14...phew!!]. He's an actor, but in no way theatrical if that makes any sense...he doesn't detract from the story in favour of his acting abilities; instead of making himself sound good, he applies his talents to the story and WHAT a story it was!! I've upgraded it on my Goodreads bookshelves to my Creme-de-la-Creme shelf..it was that good!! Everything ended just as I wanted it to [other than Patrick Chalmers death of course], lots of puddle of goo moments...and I WILL be listening to this wonderful series again in 2018.

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A thoroughly satisfying conclusion to the trilogy!

David Lauriston slowly recovers from his injuries but his sacrifice may not have rescued Elizabeth from danger. Balfour seeks to extricate himself from his father’s machinations. This bookend to the Enlightenment trilogy was extremely engrossing and satisfying. As well as a strong regency period drama with an authentic feel, Joanna Chambers has produced a gratifying romance. Over the books we’ve watched David slowly shed his self-loathing and we’ve watch David & Balfour grow closer together, despite the attitudes and morals of the time. 🎧 Hamish Mckinlay produced an outstanding narration, constantly drawing me into the story.

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Wonderful end to the trilogy

This is not the trashy smutfest I expexted. It is such a loved and loving story, beautifully read by the narrator. So much depth to plot and character. Really quite wonderful.

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Hand me the matches to burn down this bridge

This tale resorts to more and more shenanigans, misunderstandings and missteps to create drama. David reveals more of his naivety and inability to think through his actions and decisions, sending those involved with him into mortal danger, amazing when he is supposed to be a smart worldly lawyer. He is a suitable match for Lord Murdo who seems equally dumb.

The descriptions of scenery, clothing and interiors are good, but does little to lift the direction the conclusion of this book went. I did not enjoy Book 3 of this series apart from the excellent narration. Based on the other comments, I expected so much more.
UNSATISFACTORY. The best book I have had in a similar genre is Any old Diamonds by KJ Charles, or if you like tales of the old west Robby Riverton: Mail Order Bride.

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