Her Husband

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“In her fascinating new book Middlebrook is a thorough and careful guide through this brief but endlessly intriguing marriage. Her knowledge of the poets’ work, her ability to trace currents and themes, and her singular vision in synthesizing it all is downright mystifying.”

“Middlebrook’s book is sure to be the gold standard. Astutely reasoned, fluidly written and developed with psychological acuity, the work is a sympathetically balanced assessment of two live that flamed brightly with the incandescent fire of creative genius.”

“Bernadette Dunne provides a smooth and even-handed narration, adding dimension and perspective to the analysis of the emotional lives of two intense and talented people. She is nonjudgmental and treats each individual, and their relationship, with respect.”

“A beautifully written two-strand biography; highly recommended for both public and academic libraries.”

“Although many of the details, taken from the couple’s letters and diaries, seem intimate and private, they are never voyeuristic, thanks to Dunne’s admirable performance. She shows obvious respect for both the biographer and the principles of the book. A compelling audio.”

“Reader Bernadette Dunne does an admirable job, given the weight of this material. Her matter-of-fact delivery is softened when characterizing Plath and Hughes’ voices during the reading of diary excerpts. She sounds compassionate when reading Plath’s darkest moments.”

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