Audiobooks narrated by Lisa Armytage

"Judith Drainger has always played life by her own rules. But these days life seems to be playing her right back. Divorced, orphaned and forcibly retired, 59-year-old Judith is determined to seize the opportunity to leave her broken home in London and move across the world to Australia. Here she reunites with her estranged adult daughter Cassandra – only to land smack bang in the emotional quagmire of her daughter’s anger and abandonment issues. To make matters worse, Judith can see her new granddaughter Emily has a serious health issue, but her offers of help are ignored and rejected. When an accident knocks her off her feet, Judith is swamped by the kindly care of her nosy new neighbors. Yet, when given a chance to become a part of their community, Judith shocks even herself by making a series of unforgivable blunders. Realizing if she’s to have any hope of reuniting her family, this well-meaning but stubborn curmudgeon must learn the power of saying ‘sorry’ - and what it actually means to be a good person. A tender and uplifting novel championing the complex realities of family, solidarity and friendship."

Alexandra Addams (Author), Lisa Armytage (Narrator)

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Imagining The Bennets

"IMAGINING THE BENNETS is a monumental prequel, spanning forty years of family saga before Pride and Prejudice. It’s original, intricate, intelligent, and moving. The story offers a wonderful interpretation of the earlier era and is an imagination that is loyal to the original. The narrative is an uncompromising, romantic, hard-hitting, heart-rending, viscerally real, historically epic tale. How did a rebellious boy with a miserable childhood, who ran away to sea at 15 and whose subsequent life was rich, varied and notable, become the sanguine Lewis Bennet? And how did a feisty, independent, accomplished and well-educated Catherine Gardiner become the worthy but pressured, driven and intense Mrs Bennet? They certainly encountered joy, sadness, trials and tribulations in bringing up their five girls, and somehow they shouldered their deepest fears for twenty years, knowing one or more good marriage was the only way to save the family from penury. How did they bring up those magnificent girls? It is a tale for the ages, as relevant today as it was then. Who were the two individuals who became the middle-aged couple we know so well, and what of their earlier relationship? They fell madly in love and had the world before them. But what happened along the way, their highs and lows, to lead us the beginning of the wonderful Pride and Prejudice and the paucity of warmth we encounter? And what went on behind those well-loved scenes as Lizzie, Jane and Lydia made their marriages? We may proudly think we know, but we may have our own prejudices challenged. This story will inform and entertain you, containing much that was left unspoken in the great book upon which it is based!"

Alex Urquhart (Author), Lisa Armytage (Narrator)

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The Well

"Miss Hester Harper, middle-aged and eccentric, brings Katherine into her emotionally impoverished life. Together they sew, cook gourmet dishes for two, run the farm, make music and throw dirty dishes down the well. One night, driving along the deserted track that leads to the farm, they run into a mysterious creature. They heave the body from the roo bar and dump it into the farm's deep well. But the voice of the injured intruder will not be stilled and, most disturbing of all, the closer Katherine is drawn to the edge of the well, the farther away she gets from Hester."

Elizabeth Jolley (Author), Lisa Armytage (Narrator)

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Fast Forward: A heart-warming and laugh-out-loud romantic comedy

"What if you found yourself living your future life? Aspiring supermodel Kelli Crawford seems destined to marry her hotshot photographer boyfriend—but on her twenty-fifth birthday she wakes up in an entirely different world . . . Suddenly, she sn't twenty-five; she's turning fifty. She doesn't have a big-deal boyfriend; she has a nerdy husband. She also has demanding adult children, a grandchild on the way, and symptoms of menopause. Not to mention a whole lot of very confusing technology to figure out. While Kelli 'celebrates' her Big Five-O birthday, she desperately schemes to get back to her glorious past. But what if there's no way out—and what if her future proves to be the life she really wants to lead?"

Juliet Madison (Author), Lisa Armytage (Narrator)

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Close to You

"‘Years ago, watching a late-night movie, in which a mother had turned to her son and said, I have never loved you, Toby had yawned, declared the film unbelievable and taken himself off to bed. But Jo had watched to the end, a morbid curiosity carrying her through, because she’d known. Sometimes parents didn’t love their children.’ Party-planner, Jo Swainson takes pride in her optimistic outlook. Nearly fifty, she has come to terms with both her childlessness and the estrangement from her cold mother, Bobbi. But after being blindsided by Bobbi’s sudden dementia diagnosis, she’s devastated when her husband announces that he’s leaving to start a family with another. Puzzled by a photo of a newborn in Bobbi’s handbag, she is further stunned to learn her mother was once hospitalised for a psychotic breakdown. Each revelation only leads to more mysteries, and Jo soon realises her mother is a stranger she longs to know. But with dementia tightening its grip, time is running out for both of them. Poignant and gripping, Cary J Hansson weaves a memorable tale both haunting and heartfelt. Tackling sensitive subjects in a relatable way, the reader is taken along a path of self-discovery where personal truths are challenged and enlightenment awaits at journey’s end. Close To You, is the immersive second novel in the GenX women’s contemporary fiction series. If you like realistic protagonists, secrets hidden in the cobwebs of time, and hard-won second chances, you’ll adore Cary J Hansson’s ray of hope."

Cary J. Hansson (Author), Lisa Armytage (Narrator)

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Agnes: A childhood betrayed and reclaimed

"After a 30-year absence Agnes is returning to Australia, the country of her birth, at the request of her aging, narcissistic mother. Having undergone a long period of psychotherapy she now entertains a hope that burning questions will be answered, haunting mysteries solved, and buried memories encouraged into the light. Something has blighted her life since childhood. Something has cast a long shadow over her existence, affecting her ability to grasp at life fully, to develop sustained relationships and to appreciate her own sense of self-worth. In a leafy suburb of Sydney, a chance meeting in front of her early childhood home resurrects memories of a traumatic event. This represents the moment young Agnes starts to realise, and repress, feelings of confusion, cruelty and alienation from those who should love her the most. Agnes - A childhood betrayed and reclaimed is the revelatory, true account of one woman's determination to grapple with - and heal - the ills that have beset her past. As the missing pieces of the family puzzle gradually fall into place this brave woman's search for the truth is vindicated. Decades of mental health challenges, from amnesia to acquired dyslexia to self-limiting thoughts are ultimately overcome, and an irrepressible spirit released."

Judy King (Author), Lisa Armytage (Narrator)

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House for all Seasons

"Bequeathed a century-old house, four estranged friends return to their hometown, Calingarry Crossing, where each must stay for a season at Dandelion House to fulfil the wishes of their benefactor, Gypsy. But coming home to the country stirs up shameful memories of the past, including the tragic end-of-school muck-up day accident twenty years earlier. Sara, a breast cancer survivor afraid to fall in love; Poppy, an ambitious journo craving her father's approval; Amber, a spoilt socialite addicted to painkillers and cosmetic procedures; and Caitlin, a doctor frustrated by a controlling family and her flat-lining life. At Dandelion House, the women will discover something about themselves, and a secret that ties all four to each other and to the house - forever."

Jenn J. Mcleod (Author), Lisa Armytage (Narrator)

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Back to her Future

"Meryem has learned to look out for number one. Abducted as a teenager from England to Turkey, thirty years later she is finally free to live life on her own terms. Divorced and wealthy, she is working a lucrative job in Dubai when a whispered confession from her dying father turns her world upside down, and sets her on a path to discover the truth. The first step is a return to London, and her childhood friends, Alma and Sammy, with whom she embarks upon an impromptu 80s nostalgia weekend, complete with a George Michael look-a-like. But the women, once so close, struggle to reconnect as forgotten memories and shocking revelations surrounding Meryem's abduction, tear open unhealed wounds threatening to destroy their frienship forever. Beautifully and boldly written, Cary J Hansson merges history, everyday circumstances and aching tragedy into an unforgettable narrative. Back to her future is the compelling first novel in the Gen X Series of women's contemporary fiction. If you like scarred, but resilent hreoines, nostalgic interludes and transformative epiphanies, then you'll love The Gen X Series."

Cary J. Hansson (Author), Lisa Armytage (Narrator)

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A Midlife Gamble

"A terrifying future. Fragile forgiveness. Can three good friends rebuild their connection from the wreckage of burned bridges?Helen Winters can’t ignore the ache in her heart. With one beloved friend facing a shocking diagnosis and the other still walking on eggshells after their blowout fight, the bubbly fifty-year-old craves the lost comfort of their familiar dynamic. So when someone suggests a trio of tickets to Vegas, the determined woman hopes the trip will rescue their decades-long friendship. Landing in Sin City, Helen struggles to reclaim her devil-may-care university spirit. And as everyone plays their cards close to their vest and tries to make it alone, she worries that time is running out for reconciliation. Will laughter, tears, and shared vulnerabilities help them salvage their lifelong bond? A Midlife Road Trip is the emotional third tale in the Midlife Trilogy women’s fiction series. If you like witty and mature heroines, wrestling with hard truths, and friendships that run deep, then you’ll love Cary J Hansson’s heartrending conclusion"

Cary J. Hansson (Author), Lisa Armytage (Narrator)

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Deadly Secrets: An Australian mystery suspense thriller with political intrigue

"A suspicious death. A dark web of deceit. Will she risk everything for the truth? The sudden death of her refugee friend sets off a chain of events that will change Shelley’s quiet life forever. Her burning desire for the truth uncovers a web of conspiracy, danger, and corruption that reaches all the way to the top. Shelley is reluctant to jeopardize her safe career and comfortable life, but it soon becomes clear that she will have to break rules and risk everything to uncover the truth. Can ordinary people really make a difference in a world where powerful forces hold all the cards? Listen to Deadly Secrets to find out. Goodreads: 'Intelligent, gripping thriller' 'page-turning' 'A powerful story about powerful themes'. Reader's Favourite 5-star review '… impressive writing, energetic dialogue, a searing plot, and current concerns we can relate to like immigration and the environment. Some of the characters you will like--others you will not like. But that's what makes the novel so entertaining. For a page-turning conspiracy thriller, seize your copy of Deadly Secrets by H.R. Kemp today.' Editorial Reviews; A Complex, Comprehensive Thrill Ride with Sharp Social Observation. This intricate socio-political thriller takes the reader through a mind-spinning myriad of mystery and intrigue while generating a delicious pallet of both likable and detestable characters. Greg McLaughlin (author of Third Party, Second Coming, and more) ... an intense page-turner...The twists and turns of the plot keep us fearing and rooting for characters we have come to care about...a thrilling, twisting thriller with engaging, unforgettable characters. Matthew Arnold Stern (author of Amiga, and The Remainders)"

H.R. Kemp (Author), Lisa Armytage (Narrator)

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A Midlife Holiday

"A wonderfully witty and heart-warmingly honest story about female friendship. 'Heart-warming, heart-breaking and hilarious.' Reader review 'Shirley Valentine meets Bridget Jones.' Cup Full of Books Meet Helen She worries the walls are closing in. With her children grown and her selfish husband away again, she's full of regrets at not taking the exciting paths she dreamed about in her youth. So when the chance of a last-minute holiday to Cyprus with her two best friends is offered, she grabs it. Meet Caro A successful career woman, she's not in Cyprus for the glorious sunshine and crystal-blue waters. But her secret feels so shameful, she can't bring herself to share it. Meet Kay Sandwiched between the needs of a grown-up son with learning difficulties, and elderly parents, all she wants to do is sleep in the sun, preferably all week. As Caro's secret emerges, tensions between the women explode Friendship was easy when they were young, how can it be so hard now? A Midlife Holiday is the affirming first tale in The Midlife Trilogy Funny, emotional and compassionate, Cary J Hansson shows us why middle-aged women are only just getting started! Prepare to meet three new friends you'll feel you have known all your life."

Cary J. Hansson (Author), Lisa Armytage (Narrator)

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A Midlife Baby

"She’s fighting to become her own person again. Will her motherly instincts demand she sacrifice her tightly held dreams?Helen Winters feels like a new woman. Determined to reclaim her future and enjoy the second half of life, the fifty-year-old comes back from a trip to Cyprus brimming with optimism. But just as the freedom of divorce is within her grasp, her daughter returns from college with an unwelcome surprise. Trying to walk the tricky tightrope between being a supportive parent and an enabling doormat, Helen pours out her heart to her loyal girlfriends. And when the close group try to help her move forward, she finds herself on a direct path to conflict. Will strained friendships and strong family ties collide in an act of unforgivable pain? A Midlife Baby is the bittersweet second tale in the Midlife Trilogy women’s fiction series. If you like characters who jump off the page, emotional journeys, and unflinching realism, then you’ll love Cary J Hansson’s overdue beginnings"

Cary J. Hansson (Author), Lisa Armytage (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Lisa Armytage