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Bringing Stan In
"Why do you want to be a boat builder?"
"Because," said Morwenna, "I like the way the boats grow."
Morwenna and Corwin are eight years old, wind-swept and salty-haired twins growing up on the Devon coast. In the soft autumn light, they play as their grandfather, Matthew, watches the boats come in. But it is a day unlike any other.
"Because," said Morwenna, "I like the way the boats grow."
Morwenna and Corwin are eight years old, wind-swept and salty-haired twins growing up on the Devon coast. In the soft autumn light, they play as their grandfather, Matthew, watches the boats come in. But it is a day unlike any other.
1 pages, Audible Audio
First published June 4, 2015
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Julia Rochester
5 books24 followersJulia Rochester grew up in East Devon on the Exe Estuary.
She has worked for the BBC World Service on programmes in Portuguese for Africa and for Amnesty International as Researcher on Brazil. She has also been the managing editor of her own small publishing company, Corvo Books.
A graduate in Modern Languages, she is fluent in German and Portuguese and has lived and worked in Germany and Brazil.
She lives in London with her husband and daughter.
She has worked for the BBC World Service on programmes in Portuguese for Africa and for Amnesty International as Researcher on Brazil. She has also been the managing editor of her own small publishing company, Corvo Books.
A graduate in Modern Languages, she is fluent in German and Portuguese and has lived and worked in Germany and Brazil.
She lives in London with her husband and daughter.
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June 24, 2016
This short story is so short that I don't know how to explain it.
It does touch some serious subjects, but if it was 30 or 40 pages longer I think we could've had a little more insight that what was there with about 15 pages.
My 2 star rating doesn't necessarily mean it's bad, but I could've had a little more from the story.
It does touch some serious subjects, but if it was 30 or 40 pages longer I think we could've had a little more insight that what was there with about 15 pages.
My 2 star rating doesn't necessarily mean it's bad, but I could've had a little more from the story.
May 22, 2016
Added 5/21/16. (Published June 4th 2015)
This was a very short audio story (23 minutes long) which was free from Audible.com. I thought I'd try it. The first time round, I didn't think much of it. I had no idea where the story was going until the end, which was a letdown because I was waiting for more of a plot. There was some good description but it wasn't enough to make me enjoy the story. Then, out of curiosity, I listened to the story again. I wondered if perhaps I had missed the whole point of the story. As it turns out, I had failed to appreciate it and I'm glad I listened to it again. So I wrote the following addendum.
ADDENDUM: I listened to the story a second time just a few minutes after I finished reading it the first time. I was able to catch more of the story and to appreciate more of the description, and to appreciate the narrator, Avita Jay, as well. Her tone and accent (which at first I had trouble understanding) added even more to the story.
It's a melancholy story but it leaves you with food for thought about
The children serve as a poignant backdrop to the story. In the story they learn
PS-You can access the story here:
http://www.amazon.com/FREE-SHORT-STOR...
This was a very short audio story (23 minutes long) which was free from Audible.com. I thought I'd try it. The first time round, I didn't think much of it. I had no idea where the story was going until the end, which was a letdown because I was waiting for more of a plot. There was some good description but it wasn't enough to make me enjoy the story. Then, out of curiosity, I listened to the story again. I wondered if perhaps I had missed the whole point of the story. As it turns out, I had failed to appreciate it and I'm glad I listened to it again. So I wrote the following addendum.
ADDENDUM: I listened to the story a second time just a few minutes after I finished reading it the first time. I was able to catch more of the story and to appreciate more of the description, and to appreciate the narrator, Avita Jay, as well. Her tone and accent (which at first I had trouble understanding) added even more to the story.
It's a melancholy story but it leaves you with food for thought about
The children serve as a poignant backdrop to the story. In the story they learn
PS-You can access the story here:
http://www.amazon.com/FREE-SHORT-STOR...
February 2, 2016
I decided to give this audiobook a try as it was free on audible. It is a short story and a prequel to Rochester's book 'The House at the Edge of the World.'
The story started off a little slow for me and I didn't really find it interesting till the end. There didn't seem to be much of a plot. Only Matthew, who was the grandfather was the only one who had my interest because what was mentioned towards the end. It had me curious about a few things.
Overall If you like stories about boats and the sea then I recommend this. The narration weren't bad and even though this weren't for me it hasn't put me off reading the book.
The story started off a little slow for me and I didn't really find it interesting till the end. There didn't seem to be much of a plot. Only Matthew, who was the grandfather was the only one who had my interest because what was mentioned towards the end. It had me curious about a few things.
Overall If you like stories about boats and the sea then I recommend this. The narration weren't bad and even though this weren't for me it hasn't put me off reading the book.
April 26, 2016
British book eh? I don't understand what this book even about I just read it because it was free, lol Might as well read the free books i have because they will just be sitting there because the books I've paid for I read them more, this book was ight in my opinion not really a fan of this book, wouldn't listen to it again. Nah.
October 10, 2015
Listened to this as an audio book after it was free on Audible, its a short novella and whilst it was quite brief it did touch upon a couple of tougher subjects, worth a listen but am also glad that I didn't pay for my copy.
January 7, 2016
This was super short, but dealt very well with the concept of children dealing with death. It was beautifully written, very to the point, and very point on. If you've got a minute, check it out. I found it for free on audible.com
February 15, 2021
My rating scale:
5☆ - I loved this book and it brought out true emotion in me (laughter, anger, a good cry, etc)
4☆ - I loved this book.
3☆ - I liked this book.
2☆ - I didn't really care for this book.
1☆ - I did not like this book at all and probably did not finish it.
5☆ - I loved this book and it brought out true emotion in me (laughter, anger, a good cry, etc)
4☆ - I loved this book.
3☆ - I liked this book.
2☆ - I didn't really care for this book.
1☆ - I did not like this book at all and probably did not finish it.
April 27, 2018
I found myself questioning what sense this ending made. To me, I was frustrated and bored the entire time.
It was, however, well written and a short read so not wasted time as it was not a commitment.
It was, however, well written and a short read so not wasted time as it was not a commitment.
May 25, 2017
Free short story from Audible
April 27, 2019
It was a sweet story. It felt a bit more like a long vignette than a short story; it was kind of meandering. However, it painted a lovely picture of the setting.
June 26, 2025
A short story about two children who confront life's tough issues when an unfortunate incident occurs.
January 21, 2017
Not enough to interest me in the series or the author.
January 23, 2017
Story about the loss of a quite man. some one well known, but quiet.
April 27, 2017
Audio book narrated by Julie Rochester 23m
A short story that is available free on Audible, Matthew tries to help his twin 8 year old granddaughters cope with the death of a local man that dies at sea. Through this process, Matthew comes to understand what Stan meant to him.
A short story that is available free on Audible, Matthew tries to help his twin 8 year old granddaughters cope with the death of a local man that dies at sea. Through this process, Matthew comes to understand what Stan meant to him.
September 24, 2019
Generic story that touches on loss, grief and how we process death. Thought that it would havery increased its impact if it had been a bit longer.
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February 10, 2016 Here's another short audiobook with a marvelous accent! Narrated by Avita Jay, Bringing Stan In, by Julia Rochester is about a day unlike any other.
Told from the Devon Coast of England, eight-year olds, Morwenna and Corwin are watching the ships arrive in the harbor. On this particular day, someone dies and it has an affect on the twins.
I believe the setting of the sun and a mackerel run lead them to the death of a community member. One who inspired Morwenna the future of boat building. But when he's found dead, her dreams and desires change.
It's sort of a sad tale, but it's not long enough for you to feel the loss. It's a short, short story.
The tale is very descriptive and is narrated beautifully, but to me, pointless. Thankfully, it was written to compliment another story, a novel: The House at the Edge of the World. Maybe that story is set from this one... I guess I'll have to find out!. Until then, I'm on to the next book!
*audiobook from my personal library.
http://tinyurl.com/ho2v443
Told from the Devon Coast of England, eight-year olds, Morwenna and Corwin are watching the ships arrive in the harbor. On this particular day, someone dies and it has an affect on the twins.
I believe the setting of the sun and a mackerel run lead them to the death of a community member. One who inspired Morwenna the future of boat building. But when he's found dead, her dreams and desires change.
It's sort of a sad tale, but it's not long enough for you to feel the loss. It's a short, short story.
The tale is very descriptive and is narrated beautifully, but to me, pointless. Thankfully, it was written to compliment another story, a novel: The House at the Edge of the World. Maybe that story is set from this one... I guess I'll have to find out!. Until then, I'm on to the next book!
*audiobook from my personal library.
http://tinyurl.com/ho2v443
November 1, 2015
Nice little story about how children cope with the death of acquainted people.
November 2, 2015
Wow. Very short, even for a short story! Very likable, though. If it were to be a full blown novel, I would enjoy it immensely!
November 25, 2015
This was a throw away.
February 2, 2016
very very short bedtime story but it was good. got me another step closer to my book goal for 2015. so close I can taste the finish line
December 30, 2015
Although it is very very short (barely a novella), it has been written quite beautifully and poetically.
December 30, 2015
I think a deep appreciation for life at sea or boats is required to really enjoy the story.
April 26, 2016
I decided to give this free chapter audio book a try might as well I mean figure I listen to it and see how it is. I thought this book was an okay book to listen to
June 13, 2016
Brilliant start to the story as seen through the imaginative eyes of a child. Interstingly tackles a hard subject through these means.
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July 28, 201607/27/16
September 1, 2016
Not bad. I think I would be more critical but I enjoyed the themes.
September 11, 2016
A very sad, short story that I think was well written, but was lacking in the character building.
Avita Jay did a great job narrating.
Avita Jay did a great job narrating.
October 2, 2016
There wasn't much of a plot and the whole story was very over written.
November 1, 2016
I dont know what I was expecting from a short story so...short.
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