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The Girl with the Golden Scissors: A Novel Audio CD – MP3 Audio, January 21, 2020

by Julia Drosten (Author), Kathleen Gati (Reader), Deborah Langton (Translator)

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From the bestselling author of The Lioness of Morocco and The Elephant Keeper’s Daughter, the story of an ambitious young woman discovering friendship, love, and her own identity on the eve of World War I.

Christmas 1889. A baby is born in the early hours at Vienna General Hospital, only to be abandoned by her unwed mother and entrusted to a foundling home and its loving caretaker.

Fanny Schindler grows from a precocious girl into a strong-willed young woman. Undeterred by the rules of her station, she’s determined to rise above her humble origins and pursue her dreams at all costs, becoming an apprentice to one of the most glamorous fashion houses in Austria-Hungary. All the while, as Fanny searches for a sense of belonging, her path crosses with those of three people who will change her future. To one, she is a cherished friend. To another, a confidant. And to a handsome career soldier, something more.

When hostilities in Europe burst into flame as a brutal world war, the future of the dual monarchy is at stake, friendships are strained, loyalties are tested, and everything is at risk. And when long-buried secrets about Fanny’s past come to light, she must decide what truly matters―and what is worth fighting for in a new world of infinite possibilities.

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Brilliance Audio
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January 21, 2020
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5.2 x 0.5 x 6.7 inches
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1799734757
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978-1799734758
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Julia and Horst Drosten write historical novels together under the pseudonym Julia Drosten. In their spare time, Julia loves to do yoga, and Horst runs regularly. Horst is also a very skilled cook, and Julia loves to eat the meals he creates. The authors have written many works of historical fiction in German, and they greatly enjoy conducting research for their novels―diving into history and making the past come alive. They count flying in a historic biplane, watching the workers in a butcher’s shop, exploring Egypt, and being pampered by a beautician among their research pursuits. The authors of The Lioness of Morocco, an Amazon bestseller in Germany and the United States, and The Elephant Keeper’s Daughter, Julia and Horst live in the idyllic Münsterland in Germany. The Girl with the Golden Scissors, originally published in German under the title Das Mädchen mit der goldenen Schere, is their third novel translated into English.

Deborah Langton was born in Reading, England. She studied German and French literature at Cambridge and has worked in Munich, Berlin, Milan, Abu Dhabi, London, and Manchester. After a rewarding first career teaching and lecturing, she moved into translation while still working at Munich’s Ludwig Maximilian University. She loves translating fiction best of all. Deborah now lives in a rural location not far from London and translates in her study with views toward England’s South Downs. She shares her life with her husband, Chris, and their two fine sons, Joseph and Samuel.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Brilliance Audio; Unabridged edition (January 21, 2020)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1799734757
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1799734758
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.61 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.2 x 0.5 x 6.7 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #5,114,670 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #1,555 in World War I Historical Fiction (Books)
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Julia Drosten
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Horst and Julia Drosten write together using the pseudonym Julia Drosten. They live in the picturesque Münsterland region of Germany and have always wanted to write books. They are finding the research to be almost as much fun. Together they have flown in a historic biplane. They have been pampered by an aesthetician. For “The Girl with the Golden Scissors” they traced the streets of 19th century Vienna and for “The Elephant Keeper’s Daughter”, they visited Sri Lanka to spend time with wild elephants.
They have written numerous bestsellers, among others “The Lioness of Morocco”, The Elephant Keeper's Daughter and 'The Girl with the Golden Scissors".
Books from Julia Drosten:
Land Beyond the Horizon
The Girl with the Golden Scissors
The Elephant Keeper's Daughter
The Lioness of Morocco
Meine Seele schreit so laut
Der Duft von Zimtblüten
Das Mädchen mit der goldenen Schere
Die Elefantenhüterin
Die schwarze Taube von Siwa
Die Honigprinzessin
Die Löwin von Mogador
Die Seidenrose
Das Revuemädchen
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Deborah Langton - translator
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Back in school we were asked to say what we would like to 'be'. We were about 16 then. I didn't need to give it too much thought: Lecturer Translator Librarian. Well, let's forget the Librarian option now, as I spend plenty of time in these peaceful places, just doing my own work. Yes, I was a lecturer and teacher, over twenty-five happy years working with international students and business people in the university world and in the private sector. And now I am just completing my tenth consecutive year of - even more happily - being a freelance translator of fiction and nonfiction from German into English, whether the GB or the US variety. Born in the south-east of England, I lived and worked in Berlin, when it was still West Berlin, Munich, Abu Dhabi, Crema in North Italy and the north-west of England. Now I work in my study looking towards England's South Downs and, when not busy translating, enjoy voluntary outdoor work, such as taking care of special breeds of sheep and helping keep the gardens of local historic houses looking good. I obtained my first degree in 1977 from the University of Cambridge, my Masters from Birkbeck, London in 1986 but my Diploma in Translation (Merit) is a newer achievement from 2011. I've never looked back!
www.deborahlangtontranslator.com
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aaron

The girl with the golden scissors

Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2020

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The novel started good enigmatiquely but continued as a tele-novel. The fact that the author mixed jewish people and lesbians does not make the novel interresting

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CarpGirl

Good; not great!

Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2020

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This is a good book. I stop there with a simple phrase because it is just that, i.e., good. This is not a" must read" but it certainly does keep your interest and desire to read on. I think the ending is quite predictable and even knowing that, you will be anxious to read on. I enjoyed the diversity and phrases in German and French. These phrases were used superbly, even if you do not speak those languages. It's a good book; not great.

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Wanda L. Pyle

A Woman Ahead of Her Time

Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2020

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I love stories with strong female characters and The Girl with the Golden Scissors does not disappoint. Born in a foundling home and abandoned by her mother, Fanny is raised by a kindly matron who teaches her that life is not always fair. After a series of failed attempts to earn her living by traditional means, Fanny strikes out to make her own way in the world. Once she has tasted independence, there is no turning back. She must eventually find a way to balance her own independence with the love and family she has always wanted in her life.

I recommend this book for readers of women's fiction who enjoy a story of women who persevere and succeed against the archaic social mores of the time.

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Antkiller

Dramatised Historical Novel

Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2020

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Very interesting historically having just finished Ken Follett's Trilogy on Kindle and watched World on Fire on TV. The translation was impeccable. Using Wiki on the way is a great way of learning places in history. Another interesting factor was that a person very close to me only found out at age 60 who their father was.
After reading about the authors and translator and the end of the book I can't wait for more of their books thru Kindle.

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Triumph Over Poor Odds

Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2020

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The young lady in the book was born in a foundling hospital. She was kept there and helped by a woman who secretly took an interest in her welfare. She learns much from this woman and her life takes a few turns with a surprise ending as to her paternity. A book that will keep you wondering.

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A moving novel of beauty and strength through hard times

Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2020

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This story had the power to keep me turning pages anxiously wanting to know what would happen next. From an inauspicious start in life, Fanny finally followed her dream and become successful. Her desire to know the identity of her mother was always in the background but never seemed possible. Her love of fashion since childhood set her on a path of many twists and turns, but it was her personal strength that carried her through. This is a beautifully written descriptive story.

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Cheryl Atherton

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Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2020

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It was a credit to the writers and the translator that the book flowed so well in English. Fanny’s success and her love for Joseph’s were characteristics we all wish to achieve. The War was necessary but not an essential part of the story of making a dream reality. I would recommend the book and look forward to reading more by this couple.

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Wonderful Book

Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2020

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I really enjoy reading Julia Dorsten's books. She puts so much detail in her stories. I'll feel that I'm actually there in that time period. The female characters are strong women with interesting backgrounds. I can never stop reading the story because I can't wait to see how their lives continue.

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jeff s.

wordage to make you retch

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 8, 2020

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deleted it on page 3. it's juvenile junk, likely typed by she or he for whom english is a second language partially learned via kids tv shows. seriously folks, don't even THINK about buying it.

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little one

A page turner worth waiting for

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 5, 2020

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Interesting historically based story, focussing once more on a strong female character. Unfortunately the novel was a little slight. Was the translation a little too simplistic? Disappointingly it wasn’t as compelling a read as the wonderful Lionness of Morocco but enjoyable none the less

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Lizzie Mack

Great read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 8, 2020

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Loved this story and was very sorry to finish it - a great read

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Noel Walker

Another clever and beautiful tale of a strong woman.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 20, 2021

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Fanny starts from nothing and continues to be the odd one out finding difficulties arise wherever she goes. But a strong woman can forge a life whatever it throws at her!

Mr G Baker

great read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 6, 2020

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Enjoyed this book.well written .captures the mood of the times.

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