A Peaceful Retirement

Released: September 1, 2010
Length: 3 hrs 59 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Audible Studios

In this latest Miss Read novel, village schoolmistress Miss Read prepares to embrace retirement and enjoy a tranquil life. However, her peaceful days are soon enlivened by the daily concerns and interactions of her friends and fellow villagers. The story offers a charming glimpse into rural life and community.

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