The New Rector
Intrigue, Romance, and Betrayal in 17th-Century FranceBy Stanley John Weyman
Length7h 46m
About this audiobook
In "The New Rector," Stanley John Weyman weaves a captivating tale set in the backdrop of early 20th-century England, exploring themes of social class, ambition, and the nuances of rural life. The narrative unfolds through rich, descriptive prose that captures the essence of its characters and their interpersonal dynamics. Weyman'Äôs literary style is both engaging and accessible, skillfully intertwining humor with poignant observations on human nature, making it a quintessential example of British historical fiction that bridges the gap between realism and romanticism. Stanley John Weyman, often called the 'British Dickens,' was heavily influenced by his background in law and his fascination with the historical complexities of his native England. His experiences traveling through the English countryside and his keen interest in the societal shifts of his time provided fertile ground for the exploration of nuanced character studies in "The New Rector." Weyman'Äôs ability to mirror contemporary societal issues through the lens of a quaint village setting reveals his profound understanding of the human experience. For readers seeking a thoughtful exploration of character and societal dynamics, "The New Rector" offers an enchanting blend of wit and wisdom. Weyman'Äôs masterful storytelling will resonate with fans of classic literature, providing a rich tapestry of insight into a bygone era that remains relevant today.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, Romance
Length7 hrs 46 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 26, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2CHAPTER V.: "REGINALD LINDO, 1850."
3CHAPTER VI.: THE BONAMYS AT HOME.
4CHAPTER VII.: THE HAMMONDS' DINNER PARTY.
5CHAPTER VIII.: TWO SURPRISES.
Show all chaptersShow less
6CHAPTER IX.: TOWN TALK.
7CHAPTER X.: OUT WITH THE SHEEP.
8CHAPTER XI.: THE DOCTOR SPEAKS.
9CHAPTER XII.: THE RECTOR IS UNGRATEFUL.
10CHAPTER XIII.: LAURA'S PROVISO.
11CHAPTER XIV.: THE LETTERS IN THE CUPBOARD.
12CHAPTER XV.: THE BAZAAR.
13CHAPTER XVI.: "LORD DYNMORE IS HERE."
14CHAPTER XVII.: THE LAWYER AT HOME.
15CHAPTER XVIII.: A FRIEND IN NEED.
16CHAPTER XIX.: THE DAY AFTER.
17CHAPTER XX.: A SUDDEN CALL.
18CHAPTER XXI.: IN PROFUNDIS.
19CHAPTER XXII.: THE RECTOR'S DECISION.
20CHAPTER XXIII.: THE CURATE HEARS THE NEWS.
21CHAPTER XXIV.: THE CUP AT THE LIP.
22CHAPTER XXV.: HUMBLE PIE.
23CHAPTER XXVI.
24LOOSE ENDS.
25THE END.
More from Stanley John Weyman
In Kings' BywaysStanley John Weyman6h 51m$2 · $0.00
My Lady RothaStanley John Weyman14h 24m$1 · $0.00
A Little WizardStanley John Weyman1h 31m$2 · $0.00
The Story of Francis CluddeStanley John Weyman10h 46m$2 · $0.00
ShrewsburyStanley John Weyman12h 6m$2 · $0.00
Laid up in LavenderStanley John Weyman6h 31m$2 · $0.00
From the Memoirs of a Minister of FranceStanley John Weyman7h 57m$1 · $0.00
Starvecrow FarmStanley John Weyman13h 12m$1 · $0.00
Ovington's BankStanley John Weyman15h 9m$2 · $0.00
A Little WizardStanley John Weyman1h 31m$2 · $0.00
The Long NightStanley John Weyman10h 16m$2 · $0.00
The Abbess Of VlayeStanley John Weyman10h 48m$2 · $0.00
Starvecrow Farm (Annotated)Stanley John Weyman12h 37m$0.99 · $0.00
Sophia (Annotated)Stanley John Weyman12h 2m$2 · $0.00
A TALE OF TWO CITIES (Illustrated) (Annotated)Charles Dickens74h 24m$0.99 · $0.00
War LordBernard Cornwell13h 21m$33 · $0.00
Ivanhoe (Annotated)Walter Scott22h 52m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Jaipur TrilogyAlka Joshi33h 44m$53 · $0.00
The Count of Monte Cristo (With Original Illustrations)Alexandre Dumas54h$1 · $0.00
Scaramouche (Annotated)Rafael Sabatini15h 24m$2 · $0.00
Northern ShadowsDaniel Greene12h 52m$23
The Ghost by the Billabong (The Matilda Saga, #5)Jackie French14h 58m$33 · $0.00
With Fire and Sword (Annotated)Henryk Sienkiewicz36h 6m$2 · $0.00
The Labyrinth of the SpiritsCarlos Ruiz Zafon27h 55m$53 · $0.00
MusashiEiji Yoshikawa53h 20m$30
The Eighth Life (for Brilka)Nino Haratischwili41h 10m$53 · $0.00
War and Peace - The Unabridged Maude Translation (Annotated)Leo Tolstoy64h 48m$2 · $0.00
The Things We Cannot SayKelly Rimmer13h 48m$33 · $0.00
Their Castilian OrphanAnna Belfrage14h 45m$27
Lieutenant Hornblower (Annotated)C. S. Forester11h 41m$2 · $0.00
The Complete 13 Novels & longer fiction: Treasure Island, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, The Black Arrow, Kidnapped, The Master of Ballantrae, The Wrong Box and more...Robert Louis Stevenson106h 29m$1 · $0.00
Eagles over BritainLee Jackson12h 26m$23
Rilla of InglesideLucy Maud Montgomery11h 44m$2 · $0.00
The Viennese DressmakerKathryn Gauci11h 46m$23 · $0.00
Game Changers Volume 2/Common Goal/Role Model/The Long GameRachel Reid33h 1m5.0 (1)$53 · $0.00
RiversnowTess Thompson8h 11m$20
The Chandler Brothers, the Entire CollectionCarly Phillips26h 33m$30
Breath of HeavenDeborah Raney9h 11m$23
Desperate MeasuresBrenda Jackson8h 59m5.0 (1)$28 · $0.00
Pride & Prejudice (Annotated)Jane Austen15h 10m$2 · $0.00
Searching For ThanksgivingS.E. Smith4h 24m$20
The InheritanceBlair Howard6h 40m$23
The Dance with Me TrilogyShelley Shepard Gray21h 44m$35
The Search (Annotated)Grace Livingston Hill7h 29m$0.99 · $0.00
The Captivating WarriorCami Checketts, Daniel Banner4h 8m$15
TimberTate James15h 36m$23
The ReunionJana Deleon6h 31m$26 · $0.00
Long LostLexi Blake13h 12m$23
The Vineyard BrideKatie Winters5h 5m$15
Something Like LoveBeverly Jenkins10h 21m5.0 (1)$29 · $0.00
Wishes from the HeartSophie Mays4h 9m$15 · $0.00
Blizzard ShowdownShirlee McCoy5h 16m5.0 (1)$12 · $0.00
The Heart of CourageLynne Basham Tagawa10h 57m$20
Love Inspired Suspense October 2025 - Box Set 2 of 2Laura Scott, Carrie Stuart Parks, Jennifer Pierce17h 34m$35 · $0.00
You may also like
Busy BodyM. C. Beaton6h 15m$20
Death of an OutsiderM. C. Beaton4h 55m$20
Fried by JuryClaudia Bishop7h 24m$17
Club You To DeathAnuja Chauhan12h 23m$29 · $0.00
The Body in the LakeMatthew Costello, Neil Richards2h 47m$15
ChappaquiddickLeo Damore16h 50m$23 · $0.00
InjusticeJ. Christian Adams8h 27m$17 · $0.00
A Butterfly in FlameNicholas Kilmer8h 59m$20
Over the EdgePatricia H. Rushford45m$14
A Fountain Filled with BloodJulia Spencer-Fleming12h 40m$30
Frankie Dupont and the Lemon Festival FiascoJulie Anne Grasso2h 22m$15
Indian PipesCynthia Riggs8h 53m$20
The Tragedy of ZEllery Queen8h 1m$20
A Vote for MurderJessica Fletcher, Donald Bain7h 34m$22
The Best Louis Tracy Mysteries (Annotated)Louis Tracy114h 22m$2 · $0.00
The FallDavid Fulmer8h 46m5.0 (1)$20 · $0.00
The Death That Lurks UnseenJ. S. Fletcher2h 3m$1 · $0.00
In the Mayor's ParlourJ. S. Fletcher8h 19m$2.30
The Dead RingerM. C. Beaton6h 18m$20
Pride’s HarvestJon Cleary10h 32m$20