An Amiable Charlatan (version 2)


Read by Cate Barratt

(4.8 stars; 105 reviews)

In the bustling streets of Edwardian London, a father-daughter duo embarks on a series of clever cons that blur the lines between charm and deception. An Amiable Charlatan follows their escapades as they navigate the complexities of their con artist lifestyle, all while maintaining a playful bond that keeps them one step ahead of their unsuspecting targets.

As they weave through high society and the underbelly of the city, the pair encounters a colorful cast of characters, each with their own motives and secrets. The story explores themes of trust, loyalty, and the moral ambiguities of their chosen path, inviting listeners to ponder the nature of deception in a world where appearances can be deceiving.

With a blend of wit and intrigue, E. Phillips Oppenheim crafts a narrative that is both entertaining and thought-provoking, making this tale of a charming con team a distinctive entry in the crime and mystery genre.

Chapters

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Chapter I - The Man at Stephano's 20:44 Read by Cate Barratt
Chapter II - The Coup in the Gambling Den 27:11 Read by Cate Barratt
Chapter III - Cullen Gives Advice 36:51 Read by Cate Barratt
Chapter IV - The Wooing of Eve 26:06 Read by Cate Barratt
Chapter V - Mr. Samuelson 16:24 Read by Cate Barratt
Chapter VI - The Party at the Milan 12:55 Read by Cate Barratt
Chapter VII - "One of Us" 14:00 Read by Cate Barratt
Chapter VIII - At the Alhambra 16:46 Read by Cate Barratt
Chapter IX - The Exposure 17:18 Read by Cate Barratt
Chapter X - A Broken Partnership 32:53 Read by Cate Barratt
Chapter XI - Mr. Bundercombe's Wink 44:05 Read by Cate Barratt
Chapter XII - The Emancipation of Louis 24:22 Read by Cate Barratt
Chapter XIII - "The Shorn Lamb" 32:06 Read by Cate Barratt
Chapter XIV - Mr. Bundercombe's Love Affair 36:52 Read by Cate Barratt
Chapter XV - Lord Porthoning's Lesson 21:15 Read by Cate Barratt

Reviews

Lovely story!


(5 stars)

What a lovely and unexpected story. Our hero meets a lovely lady and her father in a restaurant. He is completely smitten, but is reluctant to approach them. Imagine his surprise when the father, Mr Parker, sits at his table one evening, hands him a package, and proceeds to eat his chicken dinner! Apparently there is much more to this Mr Parker than meets the eye. The reader was EXCELLENT, I enjoyed this story very much. Thank you!

Perfect Title!


(5 stars)

This was a delicious tale of a mischievous & terrifically clever thief- wannabe. I enjoyed every moment of the story, even when I thought the J.H. Parker was the genuine article! The LibriVox Volunteer, Cate Barratt is a brilliant narrator.

NEEDED TO BE TWICE AS LONG


(5 stars)

No one has ever met a man like Bundercombe. The author should have added reenty more chapters of his exploits. The reader was excellent, as she always is.

Original & entertaining


(5 stars)

Beautifully read. This is a charming, amusing & original story. Some scenes are as funny as any by Oscar Wilde. I really enjoyed the kindness underlying everything.

I enjoyed it.


(5 stars)

I listened to this all in one day while cleaning house and enjoyed it. I wasn't expecting the twist in the middle.

entertaining tale


(5 stars)

Different from usual crime stories, in an entertaining way. The reader is great. Many thanks to her.

Delightful Story


(4.5 stars)

I enjoyed this book though it became episodic towards the end. Great fun still

Thoroughly enjoyable


(5 stars)

I listen to audiobooks on a daily basisn I listen to audiobooks on a daily basis, and I must say this has been one of the most enjoyable books I have ever had the pleasure of listening to