Outside the Walls (Audible Audio Edition) Melanie Fraser Diana L Wicker Alexandra Butcher A L Butcher Books
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When the tide of war flows, many are caught in its wake. Who will gain entry to the city, and who will be forced to remain outside the walls?
This is a short fantasy tale of love, loyalty, and courage in war.
Outside the Walls (Audible Audio Edition) Melanie Fraser Diana L Wicker Alexandra Butcher A L Butcher Books
A sweet novella that shows war from a different POV, the ones that seek shelter from the ravages. We see a glimpse of the horrors of how these refugees are treated by the people inside the walls, by being forced to stay outside the walls. But all is not lost. For more, you will have to read it.Product details
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Outside the Walls (Audible Audio Edition) Melanie Fraser Diana L Wicker Alexandra Butcher A L Butcher Books Reviews
Outside The Walls by Diana L Wicker & Alexandra Butcher has received a Chill with a Book Readers' Award.
Pauline Barclay
Founder of Chill with a Book Awards
Gosh, this really was one of the best thought provoking stories that I have read or listened to.
Just goes to show what generosity, compassion and unselfishness is all about.
The characters are all strong and though its a very short story, it has loads of punch. I was saddened, disgusted, amazed and made happy again in under an hour of the telling of this tale which is brought alive by the narration of the very talented Melanie Fraser.
I was supplied with the audiobook version by the narrator and this is my unbiased review.
"Outside the Walls" was a terrific yet bittersweet story about war and walls. I think Alexandra Butcher and Diana Wicker did a nice job writing this and hope they continue. I loved the protagonist Duchess Eleanor and while her husband was away at war she tried to help others. Havenforth was a wonderful setting and overall, I really enjoyed this book.
Melanie Fraser was THE perfect narrator for this story. I loved her soft voice with spot on inflections. She made the story complete. I hope to hear more from her in the future. She definitely goes on my favorite reader list.
"This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of Audiobook Blast."
Can one woman change her kingdom just by being kind to those deemed useless?
War has come to Havenforth and while her husband is off fighting, Duchess Eleanor is home, safe and sound behind the town walls. But this war has created such destruction that refugees are flocking to be let inside the walls and the Council has taken over the government. The Council will only allow in those refugees who serve a purpose for them and can work for food, clothing and shelter. The rest of the refugees, namely women, children and elderly, are deemed useless and must not be let in.
After hearing about their plight, Eleanor takes matters into her own hands and brings food, clothing and medicine out to the poor refugees not allowed in. She takes a wagon plus her cousin and a captain to help. Her kindness to these war-torn people is felt and the more people she tries to help, the more she sees the cost of war.
What a beautiful story that moved me to tears more than once. We’ve all heard the term war but I don’t think we really know what effects it has on the defenceless. Both authors do a magnificent job plunging the reader into the heart of both Eleanor and the refugees. My heart broke for the refugees and Eleanor’s kindness moved me to tears.
A short story that’s reflecting what’s going on in the world today. I highly recommend!
Favorite Character Eleanor. I loved how brave and fearless she is. To disobey the Council and go help those less fortunate outside the walls is something that women (especially duchesses) just don’t do but that doesn’t stop Eleanor. With every person she meets, her heart goes out to them and in my books, that is the heart of a ruler.
Disclaimer I received a copy from the authors in the hopes I'd review it.
My Rating 5 stars
Authors A.L. Butcher and Diana Wicker offer up a novella filled with hope and meaning. This is a lovely tale about Eleanor, Duchess of Havenforth, whose husband has gone off to war . . . a war that has gone on far too long and has caused much destruction and taken a heavy toll among the living. But she does not rule in actuality, only in name She is only a regent, and the Council has taken control of the government. Now the survivors and the refugees of this war flock to the gates of Havenforth, seeking food, shelter, work -- seeking even the smallest bit of sanctuary. But the Council has closed and locked the gates for the first time in years, and there is no more room in the city, especially for those who can't contribute something worthwhile to the "economy," some skill or trade or academic achievement. These refugees are women and children, the sick, and those too old to fight battles, and the Council will not take them in. These are people who are considered of no use. Havenforth is now guarded by mercenaries, hired by the Council to "guard" the citizens in the absence of men who have gone off to fight and die in war. The Duchess is moved by the plight of these refugees and is greatly angered by the actions and decisions of the Council. She therefore decides to go out among the refugees, to offer food, clothing, medicine, and even money to help them. With her she takes her Cousin Lynette, Alys the Chatelaine, and one Captain Gavin. With a wagonload of clothing and provisions, Eleanor and company manage to leave the city, and go out among the diseased, destitute, and dying refugees, helping where they can, gaining their trust and respect. The trio see firsthand the handiwork of war, the price of war, and witness the effects of wounds and illness. They also witness acts of kindness by people whom the city has shunned . . . and what Eleanor finds among those people, the lesson in humanity she learns from people who have been turned away because they have nothing to offer, nothing to contribute, is at the heart of this interesting little story. This is a tale that mirrors what has happened in our world in the past, and what is happening even now, in so many countries. This is a tale of love, courage, devotion, and hope.
A sweet novella that shows war from a different POV, the ones that seek shelter from the ravages. We see a glimpse of the horrors of how these refugees are treated by the people inside the walls, by being forced to stay outside the walls. But all is not lost. For more, you will have to read it.
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