On the eve of a royal Christmas feast, Bebelle—a small, ungainly kitchen boy—quietly carves a scepter from a scrap of firewood, etching into it the words Justice, Mercy, Verity, Lowliness, Devotion, Patience, Courage, and, above all, Love.
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On the eve of a royal Christmas feast, Bebelle—a small, ungainly kitchen boy—quietly carves a scepter from a scrap of firewood, etching into it the words Justice, Mercy, Verity, Lowliness, Devotion, Patience, Courage, and, above all, Love. While the court dazzles with glittering gifts, only Bebelle’s humble offering holds the power to reveal what kingship truly means. Along the way he is aided by Shreve of the Fields, a radiant wanderer whose gentleness startles the royal household, and tested by disappointment when the court rejects his gift.
In a final, luminous encounter, Bebelle discovers that true royalty is measured not in gold, but in the virtues one has carved into the heart. Tender, timeless, and quietly thrilling, The Unwelcome Gift is a perfect holiday listen for families and anyone who cherishes stories of grace and courage.
Todd Richards’s warm, expressive narration brings the bustling palace, the wintry woods, and Bebelle’s brave spirit to life—reminding us that love crowns the least expected among us.
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Details
Length
30 min
Narration
Solo narrator
Format
Unabridged audiobook
Released
October 2026
Publisher
Anthony Pica Productions LLC
Language
English
ISBN
9798182665674
Questions
Who narrates The Unwelcome Gift audiobook?
This edition of The Unwelcome Gift by Julia Burket is narrated by Todd Richards.
How long is The Unwelcome Gift audiobook?
It runs 30 min, unabridged, so you hear the complete text.
Is this audiobook narrated by a real person?
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