In Want of a Wife

By: Jo Goodman

Narrated by: Talmadge Ragan

Jane Middlebourne needs a way out. In 1891, life in New York is unforgiving for a young woman with no prospects, especially when her family wants nothing to do with her. So when Jane discovers an ad for a mail-order bride needed in Bitter Springs, Wyoming, she responds with a hopeful heart.

Rancher Morgan Longstreet is in want of a wife who will be his partner at Morning Star, someone who will work beside him and stand by him. His first impression of the fair and fragile Jane is that she is not that woman. But when she sets out to prove him wrong, the secrets he cannot share put into jeopardy every happiness they hope to find...

©2014 Joanne Dobrzanski (P)2014 Tantor

Critic reviews

"This first-rate tale easily measures up to its predecessors and will make [listeners] eager for their next visit to Bitter Springs." ( Publishers Weekly, Starred Review)

Not my favorite

The actual story line wasn’t too bad a little bit predictable, but I liked the characters. The narrator however was bit hard to listen to, sounds a little robotic at times and I wish they had done a better job distinguishing different voices for different characters. Good to listen to once but not something I would probably listen to multiple times.

Nice realistic story

What did you love best about In Want of a Wife?

The story was not over done, it was nice and level, not to dramatic and not to slow.

Which character – as performed by Talmadge Ragan – was your favorite?

all of them, she has a fantastic voice for audio books.

Any additional comments?

the story is just the one you would want, when just relaxing and enjoying.

One of My Favorites

I almost didn't buy this title because of the mix reviews. To each his own. I love this book. I did not have any issues with the narration. My only surprise that was so cheap. I am sorry I wasted a credit on this book. I should have bought it out right. I am now more savvy on what I spend credit on. It is definitely worth a credit but cheap enough to buy. I would highly recommend it. I love the main characters and will definitely listen to this one again.

An enjoyable listen.

This book is a light and easy listen with engaging characters. I especially enjoyed the fact that Jane, the female lead came across as a strong and self-reliant individual. Narration wasn't great but it wasn't awful either. It sometimes sounded like the book was being read rather than performed but the main characters were well delivered.

Excellent story.

I have listened to this audiobook many times. It's different than your regular boy-meets-girl books. It's an excellent and interesting story with twists and turns. I especially like how the author ordered the chapters and paragraphs. And, Talmadge Regan is exceptional as always.