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A Place Called Freedom

Author:
Ken Follett
Read by:
Simon Prebble
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Ratings
Book
194
Narrator
54
Release Date
April 7, 2015
Duration
14 hours 42 minutes
Summary
Larger-than-life characters, and an epic plot brimming with the energy of his internationally-acclaimed thrillers make Ken Follett's A Place Called Freedom an experience not to be missed. This lush novel-set in 1766 England and America-evokes an era ripe with riot and revolution from the teeming streets of London to the sprawling grounds of a Virginia plantation. Mack McAsh burns with the desire to escape his life of slavery in Scottish coal mines, while Lizzie Hallim is desperate to shed a life of sheltered subjugation to her spineless husband. United in America, their only chance for freedom lies beyond the western frontier-if they're brave enough to take it. Spanning two continents and bringing together an unforgettable cast of heroes, villains, and rebels, A Place Called Freedom is a magnificent epic of love, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Narrator Simon Prebble's masterful use of voice and pacing captures a vivid cast of characters, and the powerful destiny that shapes their lives.
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Profile Avatar Ayela Mujeeb Sep 2016

Not my favorite from Ken Follett. Predictable and not as complex as his other books.

Profile Avatar Steven Rowe Nov 2015

Great book. Ken Follett is always a good read and Simon Prebble does an amazing job narrating the book / bring it to life. I would recommend this audio book highly.

Profile Avatar Teresa F. Apr 2025

I have Family-DNA from Scotland to America during this time period and enjoyed the fictional personality and information about white slavery

Profile Avatar Mama Jess Sep 2024

Ken Follet weaves and incredible tale from Scotland to the Virginia Colonies prior to the American Revolution. His character development, the story line and the descriptions are great. The narrator was amazing. I have to admit I was sorry when the book ended because I enjoyed the book so much.

Profile Avatar Allison S. Sep 2021

Absolutely a great listen

Profile Avatar Mike M. Oct 2020

The story is pretty good, narrator was average. This was just a ho-hum experience.

Profile Avatar Bonnie M. Oct 2020

Follett never disappoints. Maybe a bit predictable but even so I enjoyed listening to it.

Profile Avatar David F. Jun 2020

Excellent story.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Apr 2020

Loved it - my first Ken Follett book, Now on to read more by this gifted author! Narrator was great, too.

Profile Avatar Crompton B. Mar 2020

Follett fan from Eye of the Needle era....Night Over Water, etc. but lost Interest with most recent work until now. Enjoyed this novel and really good narration rendered a great selection.

Profile Avatar Janice S. Feb 2020

I enjoy historical fiction. I liked the characters. It did have more romance than history.

Profile Avatar Derek R. Jan 2020

I didn’t want the story to end. I’m hoping there will be a sequel!

Profile Avatar Anonymous Dec 2019

Fine book, I think I knew how it was going to end after the first chapter. Follett does a good job of putting you in the scene.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Dec 2019

Described as historical fiction. Should have been described as historical romance. It could have been a pretty good read if all the clunky clumsy sex stuff had been edited out.

Profile Avatar Dave M. Dec 2019

Another engaging historical story from Ken Follett. If you love Ken's books this will not disappoint as it gives you the usual good guy/bad guys, and of course, the love story that is woven throughout. The narration is fantastic, Simon Prebble makes you feel like your right there in 1700's England and makes each character come alive.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Nov 2019

Great story Really enjoyed it! Ken has a way of making you feel like you are in the coal mines with the character and everywhere else the story takes you! Only negative would be a bit to descriptive with the sexual content!

Profile Avatar Elizabeth R. Nov 2019

I've always enjoyed Ken Follett's writing and this book is no exception. Great characters and interesting plot. As one reviewer commented, it's not as complex as some of his other works but enjoyable nevertheless!

Profile Avatar Michael A. Nov 2019

Ken Follett never fails to entertain and what a journey he takes us on this time. Great story great story teller.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Oct 2019

Not one of Ken Follett's best - in fact a lot of it did not read like a Follett book.

Profile Avatar Kimberly Mac Donald May 2016

I love all of his books but this one was alittle slow moving. I hope to enjoy more of his books soon.

Profile Avatar Nancy Krehlik Apr 2016

This was a quick read compared to some of Follet's other works, but it was enjoyable. The narrator did a wonderful job.

Profile Avatar Stephen Nutt May 2015

Great read, just like all his others! I have read everything I could find written by this author, and all of his books are great.

A Place Called Freedom

A Place Called Freedom

Author: Ken Follett
Read by: Simon Prebble
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