The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper by Phaedra Patrick – Audiobook Review

The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper by Phaedra Patrick
Narrated by James Langton

In this poignant and sparkling debut, a lovable widower embarks on a life-changing adventure.

Sixty-nine-year-old Arthur Pepper lives a simple life. He gets out of bed at precisely 7:30 a.m., just as he did when his wife, Miriam, was alive. He dresses in the same gray slacks and mustard sweater-vest; waters his fern, Frederica; and heads out to his garden.

But on the one-year anniversary of Miriam’s death, something changes. Sorting through Miriam’s possessions, Arthur finds an exquisite gold charm bracelet he’s never seen before. What follows is a surprising and unforgettable odyssey that takes Arthur from London to Paris and as far as India in an epic quest to find out the truth about his wife’s secret life before they met – a journey that leads him to find hope, healing, and self-discovery in the most unexpected places.

Featuring an unforgettable cast of characters with big hearts and irresistible flaws, The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper is a curiously charming debut and a joyous celebration of life’s infinite possibilities.

My review

 Superbly entertaining! 

Overall 5 out of 5 stars
Performance 5 out of 5 stars
Story 5 out of 5 stars

I’m not sure what I expected when I started this book. But I’m so glad I did. Phaedra Patrick has penned an entertaining, quirky, and well-written, this story is brought to life by the wonderful narration of James Langton. Arthur loses his wife, gets depressed, and stumbles through his grief. But when he finds a charm bracelet, his life changes. I enjoyed riding on Arthur’s coattails as he discovered the secrets about his wife, himself, and his family. If you want a feel-good, fun tale that is well-crafted and full of surprises, this is a book for you! I highly recommend it.