Flood Tide
Sara Ware Bassett
Read by Roger Melin
Willie Spence may have been a bit eccentric by most standards, but he had a knack for creating gadgets in his small workshop at his home on Cape Cod. Whenever he was 'ketched' by an 'idee' he had to see it to completion, and always did. His small cottage on the Cape had become a labyrinth of string and wires tacked here and there so as to make life a bit challenging for his housekeeper Celestina. But she and most everyone else among the coastal towns and villages loved the old man for all his eccentricities as Willie spent his waning years just waiting for his ship to come in. (Summary by Roger Melin) (8 hr 17 min)
Chapters
01 - The Weaver and His Fancies | 31:42 | Read by Roger Melin |
02 - Willie Has an Idee | 25:56 | Read by Roger Melin |
03 - A New Arrival | 22:28 | Read by Roger Melin |
04 - The Green-Eyed Monster Enters | 27:00 | Read by Roger Melin |
05 - An Apparition | 28:30 | Read by Roger Melin |
06 - Marrying and Giving in Marriage | 16:12 | Read by Roger Melin |
07 - A Second Spirit Appears | 23:41 | Read by Roger Melin |
08 - Shadows | 16:43 | Read by Roger Melin |
09 - A Widening of the Breach | 14:57 | Read by Roger Melin |
10 - A Conspiracy | 19:59 | Read by Roger Melin |
11 - The Galbraith Household | 29:31 | Read by Roger Melin |
12 - Robert Morton Makes a Resolve | 25:15 | Read by Roger Melin |
13 - A Newcomer Enters | 20:50 | Read by Roger Melin |
14 - The Spences Enter Society | 16:34 | Read by Roger Melin |
15 - A Revelation | 20:15 | Read by Roger Melin |
16 - Another Blow Descends | 19:17 | Read by Roger Melin |
17 - A Grim Hand Intervenes | 18:48 | Read by Roger Melin |
18 - The Progress of Another Romance | 32:33 | Read by Roger Melin |
19 - Willie as Pilot | 13:21 | Read by Roger Melin |
20 - One More of Willie's Ships Reaches Port | 16:00 | Read by Roger Melin |
21 - Surprises | 21:36 | Read by Roger Melin |
22 - Delight Makes Her Decision | 20:40 | Read by Roger Melin |
23 - Fame Comes To the Dreamer of Dreams | 15:15 | Read by Roger Melin |
Reviews
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It was a pleasant listening experience. The story portrays the life of the simple dwellers of a small village. Their lives change upon a surprising visit of an estranged distant nephew of one resident. The story does have simple romance in it, not the kind with too many twists and turns, but with expected results. There are many very sweet kind acts which are characteristic of small town people and it is quite heartwarming. The rich, city folk are honest and kind. Overall, it paints a picture of an utopian village where no one is truly evil, but each with enough flaws to make them more human, like you and I. Nevertheless, the reader does an excellent job of bringing the characters to life.
Third time's the charm
Aaron Wilson
this is the second time that I've listened to this book, this reader. such a joy! a simple tale, with some deep truths about life and love. looking forward to hearing it again for the third time in a few years
Wonderful story
Isaac
This is an amazing book well written and thought out. I think every young couple before getting married should listen to this. Thank you Roger Melin for reading!
Patricia Lopez
Great story!! Roger Melin does it again! In my opinion, he's one of the top readers, if not the best! I'm listening to all of his books ๐
Flood of Happy Tears
joseph zimmerman - salcha, alaska -
yes , quite a happy story .. Roger Always Reads Great Books , ThankYouForYourPreciousTime .. VeryMuch ..
great story
James E
really well read . great narration. many thanks to librivox volunteers.
Flood Tide is very interesting and has good values shown!
A LibriVox Listener
Excellent Book
Lloyd Boone
Another Excellent Book by a Great Reader.