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The Painted Veil

W. Somerset Maugham

Narrated by Laura Greaves

Released
September 19, 2026
Length
7 hrs 28 mins
Format
Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher
Velubri Audio
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Set in 1920s Hong Kong, "The Painted Veil" follows Kitty Garstin as she finds herself in a challenging marriage with bacteriologist Walter Fane, leading to unexpected journeys and personal revelations. When her infidelity is discovered, she faces a stark ultimatum that takes her into a cholera-ravaged Chinese village, forcing her to confront betrayal, mortality, and her own resilience. This evocative novel explores themes of love, redemption, and self-discovery amid harsh circumstances.
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