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Mrs Narwhal's Diary

Author:
S.J. Norbury
Read by:
Helen Keeley
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Ratings
Book
19
Narrator
8
Release Date
May 13, 2021
Duration
9 hours 28 minutes
Summary
“It was Women's Hour who suggested I keep a diary. They said it was good for mental health, and I must say I did feel much less frazzled after writing everything down yesterday. The frustrations were all still there, but somehow smoothed out – as if by a really good steam iron.”


Mrs Narwhal is overwhelmed. Her husband, Hugh, is unkind and unhappy – working every hour at a job he hates to save the ancestral home he never wanted. Then there’s Hugh’s sister, Rose, who’s spurned her one true love, and ricochets from crisis to crisis; and not to mention two small boys to bring up safely in a house that could crumble around their ears at any moment…


When Hugh's pride receives a fatal blow, and he walks out, Mrs Narwhal is plunged into a crisis of both heart and home. With help from Rose she sets out to save the house her husband couldn't. But can she save her marriage? And does she really want Hugh back?


Funny, charming, and moving, Mrs Narwhal’s Diary is an irresistible story which will enchant and delight its listeners.
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Profile Avatar Anonymous May 2025

Absolutely disliked Rose, the use of the f—- when it didn’t make sense was nauseating! Story was predictable and sad. Too many parts were left hanging.

Profile Avatar Brandy B. May 2025

Enjoyable book, wonder narration. I appreciated, and related, to Mrs. Narwhal's thoughts while working through emotional "life stuff" and found her far more forgiving than myself. Many funny parts that will bring a smile to your face.

Profile Avatar Ranyana K. Mar 2025

An enjoyable book, funny and well written. The narrator was very good.

Profile Avatar Hilary R. Jan 2025

An utterly glorious book. Such quiet wit contrasting with pathos and best of all, an impressive array of original metaphor. So delightful. I immediately wanted to read more, but alas the author has yet to write a second. Please do….you’re quite wonderful. The narrator did the book great justice also. Perfection in every respect

Profile Avatar Kate W. Dec 2024

I really liked this book. The author is so funny. I hope she writes more books. It's very introspective, since it's written like a diary. It's mostly about Mrs. Narwhal's thoughts about the events that take place in her life. I really like books like that, but I think some people may find it boring if they're not into that

Profile Avatar Heather B. Dec 2024

I can't remember why I picked this book other than I wanted something different from my usual read. The characters do develop over time, but my final impression of the book was, "What was the point?" Nothing much happens, I wasn't eager to "keep reading" to find out what happens next. It was a good, mindless listen to keep me company while cleaning. The narrator did a fine job except for when an uncle from the 'States arrives. Her American accent needs work. I wish something more would have happened with the Uncle. He does instigate a change, but I was expecting more out of him than a 30 minute visit. I wanted something more to happen...

Mrs Narwhal's Diary

Mrs Narwhal's Diary

Author: S.J. Norbury
Read by: Helen Keeley
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