Neighbors
Florence Morse Kingsley
Read by Anne Fletcher
The final story featuring the inhabitants of the growing township of Innisfield: Mrs Philura Pettibone’s story reaches its long-awaited conclusion and Miss Malvina’s life is changed forever by the arrival of various ”fur’ners”. Published in 1917, with America’s entry into the war in Europe imminent, the story dwells on friendships, the melting- pot of nationalities that make up the USA, and the personal struggle between pacifism and patriotism in wartime. While the writing keeps its gently ironic style for most of the time, it also features more serious and sometimes rather melodramatic themes. - Summary by Anne Fletcher
Books in the series:
1 - The Transfiguration of Miss Philura
2 - Miss Philura's Wedding Gown
3 - The Heart of Philura
4 - Neighbors (8 hr 52 min)
Chapters
Chapter 01 | 15:27 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 02 | 6:54 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 03 | 15:33 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 04 | 16:43 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 05 | 20:38 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 06 | 21:38 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 07 | 27:39 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 08 | 16:02 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 09 | 13:36 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 10 | 11:13 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 11 | 13:39 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 12 | 16:33 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 13 | 9:50 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 14 | 14:36 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 15 | 23:34 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 16 | 22:54 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapater 17 | 14:53 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 18 | 22:15 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 19 | 19:15 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 20 | 17:49 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 21 | 14:01 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 22 | 9:53 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 23 | 15:31 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 24 | 22:07 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 25 | 19:36 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 26 | 21:51 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 27 | 30:31 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 28 | 20:11 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 29 | 14:28 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Chapter 30 | 18:42 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
L'Envoi | 5:19 | Read by Anne Fletcher |
Reviews
Pretty good
Ancient Aunt
I am sorry this appears to be the final entry in this series; there should be so much more written about the people in this town. I feel as though I am reluctantly leaving friends and neighbors to an unknown fate. Having grown up in a small New England town myself, these people, their attitudes, and their surroundings are quite familiar to me. I would have preferred to have seen a lot more of Philura in this last book, but the encounters we did have with her were good ones. Well read by the Librivox volunteer.
it's like Seinfeld :-) circa 1900
GM Jones
annie70 is WONDERFUL worth greet voices. You can absolutely SEE EACH CHARACTER because of thanks to her delivery. I especially subtle variations I the local accents. love the this is the last book in the series (all have the same style cover. (Transformation, Wedding Gown,
User404
I've enjoyed listening to all four books, but the last one made me feel like I've said a final farewell to some very dear friends😔. I wish there'd been a sequel as book 4 left me wanting to know more about the characters. The reader is beyond excellent!!!!!
Commitment to truth
Srander
Interesting story of another time in history when neighborly loyalty was a thing. I enjoyed hearing the heart of the different characters and how the truths of conscience helped them make a better decision even though it was hard for them.
jstryout
Anne Fletcher is a marvelous reader. I’d listen to anything she read. Sadly, This final book in the series wasn’t nearly as interesting and sweet as the first three.
Good book
JackiLyn Friesen
And big kudos to Annie for doing a great job of reading aloud. She does so well with impersonation!!
Absolutely loved this whole book series and reader
Charlotte Lieuwen
Excellent, both the story and narration!
love the whole series
Nat
Will definitely listen to these again. A good wholesome story.