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Pam of Babylon Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Suzanne Jenkins (Author), Marnye Young (Narrator), Audio Sorceress (Publisher)
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When Jack has a heart attack on the train from Manhattan, his wife and two lovers discover secrets and lies, and each other.

For Long Islander Pam Smith, happily preparing for the return of her husband every Friday night is a way of life, until she receives a dreaded telephone call that will change everything, forever. Three very different women - a wife and two mistresses - gather at the deathbed of Jack Smith, the man that connects them all. As they grapple with their loss, they come to know one another, realizing that the man they all loved was not what he seemed to be. Can they discover the whole truth about Jack and make peace with it, or is their trust in him already too deeply shattered?

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  1. Listening Length
    8 hours and 37 minutes
  2. Author
    Suzanne Jenkins
  3. Narrator
    Marnye Young
  4. Audible release date
    June 28, 2021
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    Audio Sorceress
  7. ASIN
    B09841D8RJ
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 8 hours and 37 minutes
Author Suzanne Jenkins
Narrator Marnye Young
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date June 28, 2021
Publisher Audio Sorceress
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B09841D8RJ
Best Sellers Rank #233,522 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#7,958 in Women's Fiction (Audible Books & Originals)
#18,635 in Contemporary Romance (Audible Books & Originals)
#25,491 in Contemporary Women Fiction

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4.1 out of 5 stars
4.1 out of 5
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Tissue alert as these three women try to reconcile the man they knew to the man he really was
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Tissue alert as these three women try to reconcile the man they knew to the man he really was
Definite tissue alert as these three women try to reconcile the man they knew to the man he really was. Pam, the actual wife takes it all in stride--mostly. Her kid sister--well she is plenty upset. His lover-who was about to break it off with him find that she is pregnant after he is murdered on his way home to Babylon LI on the train.It upset me no end when who did it and why is revealed--but then in novels and sometimes in real life things are not what they appear to be!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Pam of Babylon
Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2012
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One man ... three women ... a tangled web of secrets, lies and deceit revealed by the man's death ... a tale of recovery, forgiveness and starting over.

Pam Smith is a fifty-five year old woman who has lived a charmed life: the perfect husband; two grown children; a house in Babylon, a beach town on Long Island; and a comfortable lifestyle.

Pam's world is turned upside down when she receives a call that her husband Jack had a fatal heart attack on the train. Jack's death opens up a pandora's box of secrets, lies and deceits ... Jack had been living a triple life. Pam's eyes open to the realization that she never really knew the man that she had loved, and that her marriage was not as solid as she thought it had been.

This is a story of one woman's attempt to deal with the aftermath of her husband's death and the revelation of his secret lives that he shared with his mistress and sister-in-law. This is the story of how she picks up the pieces of her life and works through the stages of anger and grief to reach forgiveness.

Pam of Babylon is a spellbinding and intensely poignant story that will pull at your heartstrings. The author weaves a powerful tale told in the third person narrative, focusing on the different perspectives of the husband and the three women in his life. It is a fascinating look into the complexities of a marriage wrought with secrets, lies and deceptions that had devastating consequences for the spouse and the two women who were left to pick up the pieces from the mess that was their lives.

The author has created a fascinating cast of characters that are realistic, complex, have flaws and emotions that are easy to relate to. The dynamic of the three women's personalities is palpable, the reader is drawn into their individual stories and goes along for the journey on the emotional roller coaster ride that is their lives. You can't help but feel the full gamut of emotions towards the characters' reactions to Jack's death and the aftermath when the revelations of his web of deceit come to light. At times I found myself at odds with Pam's reactions, but as I read further into the story I came to see the strength and self-preservation that she drew upon to pick up the pieces of her shattered life. I couldn't commiserate as much with Sandra the mistress or with Pam's sister Marie, while I understand that they were duped by Jack just like Pam was, I found myself gravitating more towards Pam, and I admired her dignity and ability to forgive and forge a bond with them, she is a stronger woman than I would be if I had been in her shoes.

Pam of Babylon is the first book in a trilogy of the Pam of Babylon series. The stories of Pam, Jack, Sandra and Marie continue in Don't You Forget About Me and Dream Lover. This is an amazing story that will resonate with you long after the last words are read.
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Ionia Froment
4.0 out of 5 stars Good first novel, doorway to a great career perhaps...
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2013
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Although there are controversial portions of this book (and you are forewarned in the blurb,) I thought this was a well written book about the damaging and crushing blows a wife takes when learning of her husband's betrayals after his death. I will not go into detail about everything that happens in the book, as I don't want to ruin it for other readers, but I will say that this book is more than just different.

There are times while reading this that I absolutely could not believe anyone would react to another human being the way the main character did, that being said, she also reminded me that there are those who base their lives on forgiveness and her actions made her a stronger character. This book has some characters that I loved, some I loved when I didn't want to, and a couple that I absolutely detested. In the beginning I didn't understand why Pam's sister was such a spoiled brat and why she behaved the way she did toward Pam and toward Sandra. Later on, I did.

There are some editing issues (not sure if it has been fixed since I downloaded my copy.) There are a few repeat partial sentences and words and a couple of other issues, but I didn't find them distracting enough to make me stop reading. For a first novel, I was surprised by the depth this book has.

Overall, I found this to be a fine example of storytelling. The characters have issues that make them more human and make you want to stay with them on their journey. The plot is different and it worked, and for a first novel, without the backing of a team of editors and a major house to back it up, I felt this was a very promising start to a career in writing women's fiction. I would encourage you to read this book.
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3.0 out of 5 stars good read
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2013
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I liked this book. I have already read the second book of the series. There are quite a few grammatical errors, but none were irritating. The book lagged in the middle, but it picked up. This book set out the foundation for the series. Pam's husband, Jack, dies from a heart attack. In tending to his final affairs, Pam learns that Jack's mistress is pregnant, and that Jack has been sexually abusing her sister for many years. The situation is more than odd when these three women bond in close friendship. As the story progresses, Jack's family and Pam and her family focus on doing what is best for the baby. Pam immediately starts planning the nursey in her own home for the baby. This is where the story lags. These women are fruitcakes. Fortunately, the author is a gifted writer, and I wanted to read all about the fruitcakes. I liked the author's descriptions of New York City and the driving back and forth from Long Island to Manhattan. That was like a sight seeing tour for me. Pam and her sister have each met a man of their own within weeks of Jack's death. I do hope there is no more sharing the same man. An element of danger is introduced near the end of the book compelling the reader to read the next book of the series.

The book is a fast read, and, dear readers, you will love it. I wrote a review of the second book, DON'T YOU FORGET ABOUT ME, on Goodreads and Amazon.

Thank you, Ms.Jenkins, for a good read.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Intriguing and captivating
Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2024
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This book is a page turner. It kept me captivated from beginning to end. I did not want to put it down.
At every page there's a new reveal, one of the reveals I saw early on, however the others I didn't expect.
Worth the time to read.
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sophiesmom
4.0 out of 5 stars A Good Read
Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2017
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I actually read Book #2 in this series first which was offered on Bookbub free, so all of the different characters and their experiences were a little hard to follow at first in that book. I would suggest reading Book #1 first, as it explains the women's relationships. I felt the book is well written and keeps your interest as it moves right along. Just as you are anxious to see what one character will do, it turns to another one, making it difficult to put down as they all have so many different things going on in their lives. Most women would not react to their relationships with this one man this way, but I guess it happens.
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Judy Bagshaw
5.0 out of 5 stars Not to be missed!
Reviewed in Canada on November 5, 2020
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Love the Pam of Babylon series and eagerly awaited every new instalment. I know that when characters of a book follow me around when I am not even reading, I have landed on a winner(s). Suzanne Jenkins’ books do that and recommend not only this series but check out her other books as well!
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Mrs. L. P. Russell
5.0 out of 5 stars Pam of Babylon by Susan Jenkins
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 30, 2020
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Brilliant Novel. So much pain and love amid confusion.
Have to keep reading, to see what else is going to happen.
A very sad and happy mixed up life for this family and others involved.
Have to read other books to see how all the people recover and salvage their lives.
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sumit sabal
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in India on July 13, 2015
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nice book
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Dizy
4.0 out of 5 stars A good book to read, and hard to put down.
Reviewed in Australia on December 26, 2018
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This book is full of twists and turns as each characters personality and story is revealed. You cannot help feel sorry for Pam, as she discovers more and more about the man she thought she knew well and loved. It is worth it to carry on and read the next two books, so you can finally understand the relationships, sometimes horrific and sad, between some of the family members. No doubt some readers will relate this book to their own experiences in real life.
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Y.C
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in Canada on April 7, 2015
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Very good book.
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