An Irish Country Practice, Patrick Taylor
An Irish Country Practice, Patrick Taylor
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An Irish Country Practice
An Irish Country Novel

Author: Patrick Taylor

Narrator: John Keating

Unabridged: 13 hr 35 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 10/10/2017


Synopsis

"The charm of Taylor's Irish Country tales is brought to life in John Keating's performance. His Irish lilt will transport listeners straight to Ballybucklebo...Keating's pacing and inflections are perfect as he gives a unique vocal personality to each character." — AudioFile Magazine on An Irish Country Love Story

An Irish Country Practice is the twelfth heartwarming installment in New York Times and Globe and Mail bestselling author Patrick Taylor's beloved Irish Country series.

Once, not too long ago, there was just a single Irish country doctor tending to the lively little village of Ballybucklebo: Doctor Fingal Flahertie O’Reilly. Now his thriving practice is growing by leaps and bounds.

Not only has O’Reilly taken a new trainee under his wing, Doctor Connor Nelson, he’s also added a spirited Labrador puppy to his ever-expanding household at Number One Main Street. Meanwhile, his trusted partner, young Doctor Barry Laverty, finds himself wondering if he’s truly ready to settle down and start a family with his lovely fiancée, Sue.

As the doctors cope with domestic and professional challenges, they also look after their patients and their ailments, including a mysterious cough, a housewife whose frequent “accidents” may have a disturbing cause, and a respected colleague who might be succumbing to an old vice.

All is not sickness and worry, however. There’s plenty of joy and merriment to be found as well, from a visiting circus to racing to sailing . . . and maybe even a happy ending or two.

This touching audiobook is as warm and cozy as the lovable town in which it takes place.

About Patrick Taylor

Patrick Taylor, M.D., was born and raised in Bangor County Down in Northern Ireland. Dr. Taylor is a distinguished medical researcher, offshore sailor, model-boat builder, and father of two grown children. He lives on Saltspring Island, British Columbia.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Jean on December 08, 2019

Oh boy, another visit to Ballybucklebo in the 1960s. Fingal O’Reilly, M.D., and his partner, Barry Laverty, M.D., have a new trainee, Connor Nelson, M.D. The book is well written and supplies a great view of a Northern Ireland Village. The story has humor, drama, and gossip as the daily life is told.......more

Goodreads review by Christopher on October 20, 2017

Patrick Taylor never fails to deliver.......more

Goodreads review by Jennifer on October 20, 2024

Whenever I need a warm hug, I grab an Irish Country Doctor audiobook. I’m 12 books in & lovingly invested in the inhabitants of Ballybucklebo.......more

Goodreads review by Gail on December 30, 2020

It's always nice to visit the quaint village of Ballybucklebo, where troubles happen, but good always prevails in the end. This installment sees a new trainee doctor added to the practice, of whom we didn't see enough in my opinion, and I hope he will figure more prominently in future books. A rathe......more


Quotes

"Narrator John Keating has a field day with the humor, long-winded stories, and colorful accents...Keating skillfully presents the unique and sometimes-hilarious Irish take on joy, sorrow, illness, and death."—AudioFile on An Irish Country Doctor

“Gentle humor, deeply emotional stories drawn from everyday life—Taylor's books are what Garrison Keillor might have produced if he'd been born in County Antrim.” —Kirkus Reviews on An Irish Doctor in Love and at Sea

"Deeply steeped in Irish country life and meticulous in detail, the story is the perfect companion for a comfy fire and a cup of tea or a pint of bitter. A totally wonderful read!" —Library Journal, starred review, on An Irish Doctor in Peace and at War