Chapters/Timestamps: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:16 Chapter 1: The New Owner 00:12:49 Chapter 2: The Child 00:29:05 Chapter 3: Seeking for Information 00:42:58 Chapter 4: Brother and Sister 00:53:01 Chapter 5: The Next Afternoon 01:01:37 Chapter 6: The Missing Will 01:06:45 Credits, thanks and further listening A short biography of the author and some background notes can be found in the video description
@waningmooncancer96282 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU, SIMON!!!! A wonderful story to subject to your inimitable talent. My dreary life needed a happy ending. Thank you 😊🤗
@ruthhase-gutierrez98302 жыл бұрын
I love these kinds of ghost stories, where the ghost isn't there to frighten, but only to seek help. This one pulls at the heart strings.
@leonaheraty37607 ай бұрын
I agree. If I ever encounter a ghost, I'll try to help them, if I can. 😊
@jackalina912 жыл бұрын
This story was actually quite lovely- that’s 1 of the things about these older tales, that the story seems to be haunted rather than the other way around. Thank you Simon ♥️🇦🇺✌️
@Paxtonparsnip2 жыл бұрын
Rather a clever observation! I’ve felt that feeling myself but have never had the wit or precision to put it so neatly! Well done!
@jackalina912 жыл бұрын
@@Paxtonparsnip well thank you kind sir! 😎✌️
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
That's a lovely way to put it, thank you Jackalina
@LazyIRanch2 жыл бұрын
This is the first one of these stories that made me cry. It was the mental imagery I got from her poignant description of the little lad's despair and loss, and his devotion to his sister. Maybe because it made me think of my mother and her siblings. My grandmother died in 1932, she was young and had many children. My grandmother's mother was full Cherokee but no one even knows her name now because those orphans were taught to be ashamed of their "savage" blood. My mother and two of her siblings went to a Masonic orphanage in Ft. Worth. Their 14 year old sister was too old for the orphanage (anyone over 13 was considered an adult) so she went to be a caretaker for the children of a recently widowed man. He married her when she turned 15, and they had a long happy marriage. He died in the 1970s and I still remember him as a sweet, funny man who adored my aunt. She never remarried. The other children, my mother's half-siblings? They had nowhere to go. Some survived to adulthood. I got to meet two of them. They had their mother's lovely brown skin, dark eyes, and black hair. They also had difficult lives in Oklahoma, as white folks didn't accept them, and their relatives on the reservation didn't want them either. I wish my mother had written about her experiences growing up in the Depression in an orphanage, separated from her siblings, but I think it was too painful. It reminds me of a Dickens story, set in the 20th century!
@timd45242 жыл бұрын
Yes. I found it a very touching story myself.
@namrathaprasad29542 жыл бұрын
This story is so so beautiful....Poor kind Georgie....worthy of heaven.... Glad...he found his peace at last!
@user893892 жыл бұрын
I think this may be my new favorite story. I love spooky stories with haunting endings, but this was just very sweet. I loved it how Edgar wasn't your typical skeptical-logical man of science who believes in no old wives' tales, until coming face-to-face with a ghost, and then getting terrified. I loved it that he was a tough guy, not afraid of a little rain or a little work, willing to move into a haunted house by himself without shrugging off the rumors, but still with a heart of gold and an open mind. I really liked it that the boy's eagerness and sadness (that he noticed, bravo Edgar) moved him so much, that he had to get to the bottom of the whole thing instead of ignoring him. He could have ignored the boy, clearly, he meant no harm to anyone, he was just looking. But he didn't. He went above and beyond to make him happy. And the boy seemed to understand that, too. I loved it how the little boy was able to see his sister that he yearned for so much. I loved it how he was able to become calm and happy, but he didn't have to move on and disappear, he was allowed to stay and be with his sister, watch her smile and live. And as the will was discovered, everything fell back into its rightful place. The little boy on his sister's side, Mary in her house with the money she was supposed to get, and Edgar next to Mary, because he clearly earned that place. Unlike stories such as Shalken the Painter and The Shadow in the Corner, this one didn't leave me with a sour taste in my mouth. What a pleasant tale. Thank you for bringing it to us.
@RiaLake Жыл бұрын
Spoiler Alert!
@user89389 Жыл бұрын
@@RiaLake Not quite, you have to open up the comment before it's revealed what happens! :)
@crowleythedemoncat2 жыл бұрын
Simon, you present us with such treasures. A wonderful story brilliantly performed. Thank you ever so much.
@gunners84872 жыл бұрын
Honestly, there's no narrator quite like you. A huge thanks for all you do, your work is appreciated.
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for your kind comments
@nickstone3113 Жыл бұрын
Deeply appreciated 👍
@evelanpatton2 жыл бұрын
What a lovely, lovely Samhain tale! It is pleasing to have a Victorian Gentle-man who cares to find the broken heart & mend it’s pieces together. It was definitely written with feminine sentimentality, but that is rather nice. Thank you!🎃
@cnkclark2 жыл бұрын
Oh that outro with Moonlight Sonata was the crowning touch to close out an exquisitely human ghost story for Halloween. Bravo!
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it! It felt an appropriate piece...
@paeganshadow11 ай бұрын
My favourite story, with my favourite sonata. Bravo and ty xx
@LaZoucheCustomshop2 жыл бұрын
Brings a tear to the eye of even such as I, I thank you for such an engaging story and one that now is a favourite.
@SpuktasticAudio2 жыл бұрын
Oh, Simon. This is just perfection! How beautifully rendered and utterly engaging. And such a beautiful, edifying story. Bravo! ❤
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Bob, very glad to know you enjoyed it!
@charliesmith_ Жыл бұрын
Played it 4 times over today. It's beautiful. Always wanted to meet me that one Mr.Stainton. a rough but *true,* steady fellow with a big, noble gentle, heart 💜xxx
@rneustel3882 жыл бұрын
This has always been my favorite ghost story, because it’s so much more than just a ghost story. All it took was one man that could see with his heart, and wasn’t willing to stop until he had righted a grievous wrong. Thank you so much for this beautiful narration. Wishing you a very merry Christmas!!
@hellodave11682 жыл бұрын
And, after all these years, I have a new favorite ghost story..thank you.
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful, glad to know that
@klausehrhardt4481 Жыл бұрын
Memories of Marnie. Have a look. Same feel.
@jmbrinck Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Simon Stanhope, for your evocative narration of this exquisite story. You are master of your craft and your audio collection is a treasure.
@Boogie_the_cat2 жыл бұрын
Perfect timing, perfect narration! Keep up the good work. Thanks Simon.
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for the support Kitty, much appreciated
@paeganshadow10 ай бұрын
I've got to say Simon ( and I say a lot if you read ALL of my comments, but your voice REALLY does bring these characters to life, I have heard everything you have put up to date ( some more than 10 times hahha) not once can I say " oh he did that voice for such and such" each is as different as each character from each book... amazing. Thank you for your hard work xx
@BitesizedAudio10 ай бұрын
That's very kind of you to say, thank you so much!
@paeganshadow10 ай бұрын
@BitesizedAudio my pleasure, and I mean that most sincerely xx
@nickjames2052 жыл бұрын
I never knew I could appreciate a channel so much. You are so talented! Thank you
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
What a lovely comment, thanks Nick!
@beverlyadams72052 жыл бұрын
Me too!
@Bambisgf772 жыл бұрын
@@BitesizedAudio I want to echo this sentiment dear Simon. Thank you for years of listening enjoyment. Your gift of storytelling is one that must be shared.
@mjrchapin2 жыл бұрын
Sad but lovely and inspiring story. So many of these truly gifted female authors are obscure, especially in the US. Thank you for sharing them!
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Charlotte's work certainly does seem to have fallen into obscurity, but I enjoy digging out these neglected ones
@mijiyoon55752 жыл бұрын
Thank You *Simon* this was generous of you
@ericdoran242 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful story and so exquisitely read. Thank you for sharing.
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, thanks Eric
@wyominghome48572 жыл бұрын
What a sweet ending, and a delightful change after all the shrieking and terror of most ghost stories.
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Glad to know you enjoyed it!
@beverlyadams72052 жыл бұрын
I didn’t expect to be so deeply touched by one of your performances. A beautiful story, perfect for Halloween, performed with perfection. Thank you Simon.
@martiwilliams45922 жыл бұрын
Very intertaining . I enjoyed your presentation very much! Thank you!!!!!
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
You're most welcome, thanks Marti!
@sugarfalls12 жыл бұрын
A ghost story on Halloween?! I'd say that's perfect! Thanks, Simon! 💕💕👍👍🤩🤩What a touching ending!
@shirleynarsi2 жыл бұрын
This story and the way you narrated it was magical. What started by chilling me in the middle of the night ended bringing a tear to my eye. A lovely tale and one of your best performances. Great job Simon.
@LadyBronwynn1400 Жыл бұрын
I listen to your stories over and over. I love the way you correctly emphasize where it should be. Your voice is so calming and it puts me in the story itself. Thank you so much. 💓
@BitesizedAudio Жыл бұрын
You're most welcome. Thank you for your kind comments! 😊
@1x0en2 жыл бұрын
Another wonderful, evocative story, beautifully read by the peerless Mr. Stanhope. Thank you a thousand times over.
@Bambisgf772 жыл бұрын
Simon, this addition to your catalog is definitely in my top 3 favorites. The music is the icing on the cake! It’s such soothing addition that also sets the tone. Thanks for another wonderful tale. Hope all is well with you & yours!
@Rossion642 жыл бұрын
Just getting to listen to this now. She wrote great stories
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your support Ross
@jenford70782 жыл бұрын
What a sweet ending.
@BF-up5xw2 жыл бұрын
Gosh, how lovely! And with a real investigation too; I love it when ghost stories and mysteries are married.
@JD-cw4qg2 жыл бұрын
aww what a superb tale, absolutely love this story and have listened to it 3 times already. I actually felt quite emotional at the end. Beautifully narrated Simon. Perfect.
@shirleypearl21662 жыл бұрын
Such good writing great strong characters a kind ruff diamond of a man but kind. and a gentle ghost very much brought to life with Simons narrative thank u 💜🙏
@ChristopherStump2 жыл бұрын
What a sad and melancholy little story, Simon. Thank you once again.
@raychandler27572 жыл бұрын
The author seemed well aware of the pain and loneliness of unfulfilled childhood.
@goatsandroses42582 жыл бұрын
Beautiful story, but I had to copy the line, "You see, I have been used to roughing it, and I can get along very well for a night without servants." I had to laugh at that! I suppose I've been "roughing it" for the past 50+ years...
@susansherlock69342 жыл бұрын
A very emotional ghost story - thank you.
@caroleastwood93862 жыл бұрын
How Wonderful Simon!
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Carol!
@krishnasen3972 жыл бұрын
Beautiful story. So satisfying. I had tears in my eyes as the story came to an end. All credit to you Mr Simon. Your narration brought the story to life. Thanks and God bless
@michaeldonahoo4612 жыл бұрын
A beautiful story. A joy to listen too. It was uplifting, and in these times anything that is uplifting is worthwhile! I thank for the story and the fine performance!
@Hazel_Fox222 жыл бұрын
Such a lovely story! Thank you, Mr. Simon, for a restful hour.
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, thanks Hazel
@sarahperks82262 жыл бұрын
Lovely Simon 🥰 have you considered doing a ambient story with a fire place and thunderstorm sounds that would be divine,so much love 💞
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the suggestion Sarah. I've not tried anything along those lines as yet, but I have heard it's becoming quite popular. I'm a bit old-school and traditionally audio books don't have anything other than the voice reading and sound effects are, or certainly used to be, discouraged. Perhaps I'll try it sometime as an optional extra, with some stories which are also available to listen to unadorned for those who prefer that.
@garry28932 жыл бұрын
Of all the great stories you have read over the years this is my favorite. I’d bet Dickens was envious of this wonderful story. Thank you!
@lizpride99602 жыл бұрын
Quite novel that the protagonist (Mr Stainton) at no point experienced fear at the sight of the ghost (so neither do we as the audience), but only acceptance and compassionate curiosity. The fear (for all of us) comes during his investigation of past events-fear that the boy's death was brought about by foul play. A rather different construct for a ghost story. Beautifully told by the incomparable Mr Stanhope, as always.
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Liz - yes, it's an interesting structure. The same author uses a slightly similar idea in 'Nut Bush Farm', a blend of ghost story and detective story, both very popular genres at the time.
@lauralaladarling37752 жыл бұрын
Hello Simon, Thank you so much for bringing such a wonderful atmosphere in your splendid narration to this sad but heartening end of Charlotte Riddel. As the new owner of Walnut-Tree-house it was a great relief that the horrendously neglected, sad little boy found his beloved sister, at last, to be able to rest in peace. Bravo. Xxxx
@ria163626 күн бұрын
Spoiler Alert!
@angelachouinard45812 жыл бұрын
Thank you Simon. It's a dark rainy Halloween night. I'm curled up with the cats and thrilled to have a nice ghost story to listen to. Just let me turn off the lights......
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Sounds very cosy! Thanks Angela, I hope you enjoy it
@davidbailey44042 жыл бұрын
My thanks, Simon, for this Halloween treat. A beautiful story, thoughtfully read. I'm afraid that my house is in a neighborhood passed over by trick-or-treaters, and I haven't been to a Hallowe'en party for years. Fortunately your story saved the day for me. I lean toward horrific ghost tales, but sometimes I do enjoy a sympathetic ghost, a touch of sentiment, and a pleasant ending, which you've provided in abundance. Many thanks, and a happy Hallowe'en to you!
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Thanks David. Yes, not the scariest ghost story for Halloween, but I've done a fair few hair-raising ones recently and it's good to mix it up a bit!
@blixten29282 жыл бұрын
Can listen to this again and again. You have the BEST style and voice for these "Victorian" tales. I feel transported into another world. You put so much work into these. It is APPRECIATED.
@jimmillward35052 жыл бұрын
absolutely EPIC Simon great story so well read. Thank you
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Appreciated, thanks Jim!
@emmanuelpower24392 жыл бұрын
Listened to several audios so far, and i love the way you read. Perfectly paced. Thank you thank you thank you. Emmanuel.
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
You're very welcome. Thanks for listening Emmanuel
@andyfield73972 жыл бұрын
That is one of the most beautiful ghost stories I have ever heard. It would make a great little t.v. film in the style of the BBC ones of G K Chesterton. Thank you for another quality production, Simon. You take the listener into the world of the author with characters alive with audio colour and imagery.
@andyfield73972 жыл бұрын
...I meant M R James. Sorry 🤔😝
@williamhagen2792 Жыл бұрын
Excellent narrator. Wonderful voice and delivery.
@stephaniealeman85222 жыл бұрын
How lovely to have chapters of your voice(s) in this longer story! I love the way you say “black beetles” in this tale with a somewhat dubious ending…he could do right by that orphan child by letting her have her 10,000 pounds and not immediately having to marry her! 🙂
@holymags24952 жыл бұрын
But at the time this story was written the only option open to women for a secure future was to marry and in this case she was lucky to find such a kind man who loved her.
@saphiire00722 жыл бұрын
Don’t spoil the ending 😭
@LazyIRanch2 жыл бұрын
@@saphiire0072 I never read the comments before listening to the stories, because someone always drops spoilers.
@timd45242 жыл бұрын
Wasn't it amazing. I was so engrossed in the story, I forgot it was Simon by himself. A breath of wonderful civility.
@tammyhanlon30572 жыл бұрын
Hmm . Lol, I presumed "the new owner" and the orphan were of a similar age and attraction and fell in love. Aren't stories great! Different for each. And Simon is so very good at telling stories. Blessings to you and yours.
@nerdsforfreedom27942 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed this story and the reading very much. Thank you
@sueatkinson35532 жыл бұрын
Absolutely brilliant Simon. I loved this one, perfectly and sensitively enunciated as always. Thanks for your work.
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sue
@chimera84212 жыл бұрын
Perfect - as usual. Thank you Simon.
@scoutrifle68272 жыл бұрын
Just INCREDIBLY well done-so enjoyable. Thank you, Simon!
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed, thanks Scout Rifle!
@annabelladebonnay83202 ай бұрын
Stupendous story Absorbing in content.. Reeunited with a favourite writer of my. Youth...,Thankimg Youl
@emmahardesty43302 жыл бұрын
Sweet story, good literature, offering much to ponder. Thank you for your excellent reading.
@TedaR2 жыл бұрын
So lovely to see you, handsome 😊. Love the intro music. I'm always amazed by all the extras you put in. So much work! Enjoyed this, well done as always! Thanks for all you do! 👏👍😘
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
😊
@simone2222 жыл бұрын
A couple of weeks ago, I was invited to stay for the night at a very old mansion in the English countryside, but I respectfully declined and took the train back to London. Stories such as this, I always had in the drawers of my mind. Plus, I really believe old houses, grand and small, are not only rich in history but also in mystery. This is most perfect for Halloween. Thank you Simon and Thank you again for a brightline on a female horror author. Happy Halloween to you and all.
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Simone, same to you. I think I'd've been tempted to accept the invitation!
@catrinlewis9392 жыл бұрын
@@BitesizedAudio I most certainly would have, provided I didn't have other obligations. But I've stayed BnB in a 1400s manor house in Shropshire (reputed to be haunted, but I wasn't treated to any phenomena) and in a house in Kent incorporating the ruins of a 12th century abbey. So an offer such as Simone mentions above would be jam to me.
@StalinLovsMsmZioglowfagz2 жыл бұрын
@@catrinlewis939 No kidding, me too. I’ve had VERY strange things happen to me and my (now deceased) fiancé just after college on Coronado Island, by the haunted Hotel Del Coronado. Cheers
@LazyIRanch2 жыл бұрын
I would have taken that offer! I don't really believe in ghosts, but I certainly have no proof that they DON'T exist. I've stayed several times at an old hotel in Texas built in 1911 (I think). The Von Minden has a movie theater in the same building, and to my delight, the owner took us through a locked door down a dark, dusty hallway that lead to the projector room, used by employees back in the day who worked in the hotel, too. Even though the theater was still in limited operation, everything in that place looked so old, and dusty. They only played movies once a week. He let us explore the place and take pics. I had my 9 year old son sit in a front row seat and took a photo from the stage looking towards the audience. When I got home I uploaded the pics to my computer so we could see them on a bigger screen. When I got to that pic, my son pointed at what looked like several small oval shapes just over several the seats behind him. I enlarged the image, and we gasped because those spots looked like heads with faces! Now I know it was just a case of pareidolia caused by the dust particles that probably produced that effect, but it was very weird all the same.
@simone2222 жыл бұрын
@@LazyIRanchThat offer was from my former employer, a milady, whom I haven't seen for quite some time. I was visiting England from the Philippines after 3 yrs. Although I worked for her mainly at her modern house in London, her family has minor aristocratic lineage which explains the several old mansions in the countryside. I'm a hypersensitive who sometimes senses the otherwordly. But my nose works better than my eyes. I can sometimes smell if a place is jinxed. At my condominium unit at a historic site in Manila almost 2 decades ago, I saw my first apparition, it was a lady garbed in ancient raiments that passed in front of my tv set one late evening. Thank you so much for sharing the fantastic experience you have had. I agree that sometimes it's just a case of pareidolia and/or dust particles messing up with the camera. When I saw the ghost, I thought of the same thing to calm my nerves, that my eyes were simply playing a trick since I was tired after a long day. Have a wonderful evening.
@sharonwhiteley65102 жыл бұрын
What a charming story. Thank you.
@Kojoanna2 жыл бұрын
A good story, thanks
@pariscribe52452 жыл бұрын
What a treat ! When one gets both you and a charming story !
@rosiemcnaughton99332 жыл бұрын
Great ghost story, skillfully rendered as always! Thank you. Happy Halloween 👹💀👻🎃.
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rosie, appreciated. Happy Halloween to you too
@rmkpilates2 жыл бұрын
This made me cry..
@rockfordlow57110 ай бұрын
A story of how people can overcome anything- from another time , another place.How we have fallen.
@manuelluisnavarro77012 ай бұрын
Not the first time I'd listened to your narration of this story. Always get teary-eyed at the end.
@williamhagen279211 ай бұрын
Excellent video.
@patriciajrs462 жыл бұрын
Such a delightful way to spend over an hour! Thank you, Simon for lighting up waiting in the duration of dialysis for my husband. I wish you joy of your inheritance. I love words. I love the way things are written. Thank you.
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Patricia. Best wishes to you and your husband
@bluegreenglue65652 жыл бұрын
What a sweet ghost story, very satisfying. Thank you so much.
@JayGideon-72 жыл бұрын
Charlotte Riddle is absolutely my favorite author of ghost stories. Her writing seems, to me, superior in every way compared to her contemporaries. Thank you, Simon (also my late beloved father's name)!
@willamsandell10822 жыл бұрын
Wow! What a great story. I think it’s my favorite out of the dozens I’ve listened to …thank you
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Glad to know that! Thanks William
@alliekattlopez55352 жыл бұрын
Thank you, you made my Halloween amazing. Thank you.🖤🧡🖤🧡
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome 😊 Happy Halloween!
@terrymitchell2533 Жыл бұрын
Excellent, thank you very much . Thoroughly only enjoyed 👏🥂🍾
@annikee59252 жыл бұрын
Absolutely lovely, Simon. Thank you.
@debjuch17472 жыл бұрын
Just the most beautiful story, and so masterful with suspense, horror, heroism, luck, romance, and gratitude. I think I heard, in Simon's voice, a different depth than at other times. Such an enjoyable experience --though I needed a hanky
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
So glad to know you enjoyed it, thank you Deb
@debjuch17472 жыл бұрын
Still moved, interested,and entertained and this is probably eight or nine times listening to it. So, well, that's a good one!
@klausehrhardt4481 Жыл бұрын
Touching story. More truth in it than people would usually tell or admit. Those bonds really exist and I am pretty sure people would lead a more joyufull and peacefull life by allowing themselves to ponder their fleeting exixstence on earth under these eternal perspective. Bravo.
@paeganshadow13 күн бұрын
Does anyone else notice that simon doesnt just read these stories like everyone else on youtube,, he acts them out, each character has a soul, so much so you weep for the "little lad" these arent just stories, they are simons one man shows, well encore sir, encore 🎉
@donnasmall21722 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your wonderful stories.
@exileinderby512 жыл бұрын
This was a wonderful story by Ms Riddell, thank you for your narration.
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
You're most welcome!
@elizah20932 жыл бұрын
What an excellent story. I enjoyed it very much. Thank you.
@hannahreynolds76112 жыл бұрын
So what comes after Walnut? Hazel or Chestnut? Was she a prolific writer with regular stories in journals? I do hope there's more to come from her - and beautifully read by our Simon, too.
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Yes indeed, this and Nut Bush Farm have more than a few elements in common, aside from the titles I think. Glad to know you enjoyed it Hannah
@joeharoutunian1805 Жыл бұрын
A different kind of ghost story, but a more human and meaningful one than many. The epitome of impossible wish fulfillment connection between this side and the other. Lovely and beautifully presented.
@LadyEng2 жыл бұрын
Yessssss! Happy Halloween!!
@stephaniestevenson63352 жыл бұрын
I absolutely loved this story! Your narration actually made me tear up at one point. A new story for me, thank you again!
@blixten29282 жыл бұрын
So beautifully narrated, such a fun story!
@Gribbo999914 күн бұрын
Marvellous! Thank you Ms. Riddell and, of course, Simon for animating the tale in our minds so vividly. I am sure the authoress would greatly approve. She is probably quietly standing by Simon's shoulder right now with a satisfied look on her face.😊
@irenabevans34112 жыл бұрын
Superb narration really enjoyed the story & it's happy conclusion, thank you
@cloudstrider37612 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad I stumbled upon this channel you have such a brilliant voice
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you stumbled here too. Thanks for listening!
@itallia6662 жыл бұрын
How very very charming, i adore all the Victorian & Edwardian stories, especially the ones of supernatural content. This story was wonderful, just the kind of story to restore ones Natural joy & unwavering belief in the goodness of people who unselfishly put themselves out to mend the balance & harmony & thus ending someones search for Heartfelt love & the rejoining of twin souls I think a fine & just reward for the unlikely hero of this story, to have found love for himself & being, in a way the key to the completion of peace to the resting of a heartbroken soul & being the last piece of the jigsaw puzzle. Thank you so much, Simon, your inimitable style in reading us these wonderful tales makes the pleasure doubly rewarding. Kind Regards 🇬🇧👧
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your thoughtful comments
@evelynroe7648 Жыл бұрын
I can simply echo the wonderful comments of others who have expressed their thanks to you. So glad I found you. Looking forward to more listening. Your narration is superb.
@gillgallett48642 жыл бұрын
That was beautiful! Thank you
@GeorgeBletchly Жыл бұрын
This is a wonderful series. Fine stories by authors who might otherwise have fallen into obscurity, beautifully read by Simon Stanhope. Perfect late night listening.
@BitesizedAudio Жыл бұрын
Thanks George, appreciated
@hopefull20702 жыл бұрын
My Halloween bedtime narration is just perfect 🎃🖤🎃 Thank you Simon.
@christabedwin Жыл бұрын
Such a lovely tale of love and a strange way to have a happy ending. Thank you for finding it. Even though I’ve listened to it several times it’s still a sweet one to hear again.
@bonesmccoy68038 ай бұрын
Beautiful story, beautifully read. Nearly brought a tear to my eye. Thank you sir. God bless you.
@CharlieOkeson2 жыл бұрын
Perfect Hallowe'en/Birthday present !! A ghost story for bedtime after midnight on Hallowe'en. Especially an old English story with an old English country house. Thank you so much, Simon. 👍👏
@BitesizedAudio2 жыл бұрын
Happy birthday for yesterday!
@CharlieOkeson2 жыл бұрын
@@BitesizedAudio Thank you, Simon.
@lisawhite-pagano3455 Жыл бұрын
Such a sad story. I found myself forgetting that it was a story and my heart broke for that little boy. I hope you do more stories like this one.
@sirbimsaranadirangaalmedaa4032 жыл бұрын
As far as I'm concerned everything is better in your today's video the usual presenting methodology has returned to the stage after some couple of Halloween episodes. Thank you for the video! I'm highly appreciating your courage of sharing classical stories with the people.