Mabel and Arthur were married for sixty two years. I say were, as Arthur has passed away. Arthur loved list and when Mabel comes across a cryptic note, she knows it is for her. All is says is 'Find D."
Dot was Mabel's best friend for years, until.....
The answer to that - and other revelations are found in Mabel's memories. She is determined to finally bring her life, good and bad, to light.
A group of other women are with her on the journey to find Dot. They're of all ages and stages of life and are given rich personal lives as well. With every step, the years fall away and the past is finally addressed for Mabel. The other women are also on journey of their own. Pearson tackles a number of issues with this group.
There's so much to enjoy about this novel. Friendships, hard times, being true to yourself, love, loss, grief and more. I had an inkling of what might be ahead and was proven right in the end. No matter, it's the journey that makes this such a great listen.
I choose to listen to The Last List of Mabel Beaumont. The reader was Penelope Freeman and she did a wonderful job presenting Pearson's work. The voice for Mabel was perfect - somewhat querulous at times. But she still has a bite when needed. She provides distinct and different voices for all of the other characters, making it very easy to know who is talking. She speaks clearly and enunciates well. The speed is just right. Hear for yourself - listen to an audio excerpt.
A wonderful listen! 11 hours
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