4 audiobooks for armchair travelers

This month's audiobooks are set in France, San Francisco, the islands of the Pacific, and Botswana

4. 'The Diamond Caper,' by Peter Mayle

(Read by Erik Davies; Random House Audio; 5 CDs; 6 hours)

This tale of beautiful people wearing beautiful clothes and going beautiful places makes for light but rather clichéd entertainment. The mystery is not all that taxing, but Peter Mayle charms with his many vivid descriptions of French landscapes, food, and tradition. Narrator Erik Davies matches the breezy pace with energetic pacing and a first-rate French accent.  Grade: B –
 

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