Burying the Honeysuckle Girls

Written by Emily Carpenter

Narrated by Kate Orsini

Althea Bell is still heartbroken by her mother’s tragic, premature death—and tormented by the last, frantic words she whispered into young Althea’s ear: Wait for her. For the honeysuckle girl. She’ll find you, I think, but if she doesn’t, you find her.

Adrift ever since, Althea is now fresh out of rehab and returning to her family home in Mobile, Alabama, determined to reconnect with her estranged, ailing father. While Althea doesn’t expect him, or her politically ambitious brother, to welcome her with open arms, she’s not prepared for the chilling revelation of a grim, long-buried family secret. Fragile and desperate, Althea escapes with an old flame to uncover the truth about her lineage. Drawn deeper into her ancestors’ lives, Althea begins to unearth their disturbing history…and the part she’s meant to play in it.

Gripping and visceral, this unforgettable debut delves straight into the heart of dark family secrets and into one woman’s emotional journey to save herself from a sinister inheritance.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Brilliance Audio
• Release date: Apr 26, 2016
• ISBN: 9781511376174

Emily Carpenter

Emily Carpenter, a former actor, producer, screenwriter, and behind-the-scenes soap opera assistant, was born and raised in Alabama. After graduating from Auburn University, she moved to New York City and now lives in Georgia with her family. She is the author of Amazon bestseller Burying the Honeysuckle Girls. Visit Emily at www.emilycarpenterauthor.com and on Facebook and Twitter.

Reviews for Burying the Honeysuckle Girls

[tess_schoolmarm · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

I was really intrigued by the title, however that was the only intriguing aspect of this book. It's the story of 4 generations of women who "see" honeysuckle girls and a red crow. Althea is traumatized by her mother's untimely death and told by her dying mother "if the honeysuckle girl doesn't find you, you find her." It's the story of 4 southern women who seem to go crazy about age 30. All the characters, even from their names, are southern stererotypical. When the "mystery" was finally solved, it was very anti-climatic. There were so many characters and what with one chapter being 1937 and one being 2012, it was difficult to keep up with what characters were when

[Susanne Low · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I had great expectations of some mystery unfolding and while the reveal was good it was a bit of a let down. The female protagonist was very annoying. Or maybe she was just read that way.

[Tina Marie Gelinas · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

I felt like the ending was lacking after the build up. Overall I enjoyed the story and the characters

[Wendy Snead · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I simply stumbled on Emily Carpenter and fell in love. Give one of her books a shot. You most likely will find what I say to be true. If you do not enjoy....simply stop listening. No extra cost to you. This is why I love SCRIBD!

[Debra Middleman · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

She really nailed it. I went through a myriad of emotions through this one and listened to it without pausing once.
I love the readers voice; she conveyed every emotion throughout; and I love when you can hear a smile. Bravo!!

[carol · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

Poor resolution, poor character development, poor storyline. Adequate performance. This author has put out better

[Jennifer Phillips · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I loved how the narrator made these characters feel so real you can just envision them! And being from Alabama myself just made it all the better. The story kept you right on the edge til the very last page!

[Elisabeth Clarke · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A really good read. Fast paced and left guessing. Love thr whole plot.

[Omaha Language Solutions · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Aspects of the story were a little underwhelming, but overall it was an entertaining read. You can tell this is the author’s first effort - a later novel of hers “The Weight of Lies” is better.

[Tracy Wisneski · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Loved this intriguing, well-written and beautifully narrated story! I'd have appreciated a bit more detail after all the suspense, but still thoroughly enjoyed it.

[Amy · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great story! Narration was perfect! Highly recommend this book if you like a good southern story.

[Rosemary Littleton · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Gripping! Listened to the entire book in one sitting! Loved the ending.

[Jessica January · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was a great story and the narrator was fabulous! Totally recommend?

[Latrice Johnson · Rating: 1 out of 5 stars]

This main character was too Dunb to live. I began to root against her. About chapter 35, I wanted to shoot myself, it was so depressing.

[Evelyn Facchine · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Mobile is my home town so I loved hearing a story I could picture unfolding in a so familiar place.

[Shaun · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

So good… couldn’t stop listening. The narrator did a good job of bringing the characters to life.

[Jenn · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

So incredibly good. Well written with twists and turns evenly sprinkled throughout. Highly recommend.

[Kendall Miller · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

It was okay interesting enough to finish it but not enough so that i would recommend.

[Lara Pretorius · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

The story was a bit long winded but still interesting. Loved the narrator-she did an awesome job!

[Sahar and Jude’s Cooking and Gaming · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I was hooked from the beginning! Loved this one!! 10/10 recommend!

[Janvier Schutz · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Not sure what I expected when I started this book , or why I was surprised at how good it was. Thoroughly enjoyed this book… you will too!

[Chelsea Sherbeyn-Streitmatter · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is a fantastic story, of a girl fighting for her life and trying to figure out what happened to all the women in her life. From her great-grandmother to her mother she had a ticking clock she has to beat

[Tianna Webster · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

A little hard to follow at times but everything tied together at the end. Lots of intense moments and really makes you think about how cruel and self serving people can be. Intense, but good!

[Dana Simard · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

So so good. Families are so mysterious, some really scary!!

[Tamara Walters · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Really really enjoyed the book!! So much awful has happened in the past

[Jodi Tomlinson · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Loves this book. The narration is impeccable as well. The power and spirit of women really shines in these pages.

[Deborah Shoman Zirbel · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Enjoyed Reading this book. I’ve been till the end they were surprises.

[Lisa Rothermel · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is an absolutely amazing, wonderful, well written book. The story had me from the first page and kept me through the end. I couldn't stop listening! The characters were great and the narrator was excellent!!!

[dennmore · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Wow! Great multi-generational women's story...about inner strength and courage to find and face the story of the past in order to face the truth and future. Delas with mental health, gender roles, addiction and institutions.

[Kim Saint · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Not sure I want to waste time leaving a review because I desperately want to start another book by this author! Yes-this book is THAT good! Excellent storyline that kept me enthralled. It flowed seamlessly from the past to a modern time. Well done ending and twists that made me keep rethinking. Five stars all the way!!