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The Spectre Bridegroom
by Washington Irving · read by Jennifer Sward · About 1 hour
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A sparkling burlesque of Gothic romance from Washington Irving—brought to life with wit and warmth by narrator Jen Sward. In a crumbling German castle, an heiress awaits her betrothed…until a pale, melancholy rider arrives at midnight claiming he’s already dead. Moonlit music, whispered vows, meddling aunts, and a supposed specter’s courtship follow—culminating in a delicious twist that reveals a living heart beneath the haunting. With feuding families, secret trysts, and a “ghost” who woos from the shadows, The Spectre Bridegroom delivers equal parts shiver and smile. Jen Sward’s nimble performance captures the tale’s candlelit eeriness and sly humor, gliding from baronial bluster to tender asides and breathless romance. Perfect for fans of classic ghost stories, comedies of manners, and fairy‑tale mischief, this short, satisfying listen is ideal for a commute or a cozy evening. Press play for a charming classic that proves love can raise the dead—or at least the heart.
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- Length
- About 1 hour
- Format
- Unabridged audiobook
- Released
- October 2026
- Publisher
- Anthony Pica Productions LLC
- Language
- English
Who narrates The Spectre Bridegroom audiobook?
This edition of The Spectre Bridegroom by Washington Irving is narrated by Jennifer Sward.
How long is The Spectre Bridegroom audiobook?
About 1 hour, unabridged, so you hear the complete text.
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