It’s here! For those of you have been waiting, the audiobook of The Unexpected Heir is here. Ann Young who narrated A Novel Holiday signed on to perform once again, and I love what she’s brought to the story. I hope you’ll agree. Just have a listen.
L.L. Diamond is more commonly known as Leslie to her friends, Mom to her three kids, and servant to her three cats. A native of Louisiana, she has been a wanderer for the past 20 years, living in Mississippi, California, Texas, New Mexico, Nebraska, England, and Missouri before settling in Maryland.
One day, Leslie may decide what she wants to do when she grows up but for now, she enjoys writing the stories that live in her head and coaching age group swimming. She has degrees in biology and studio art, certifications to coach swimming in the United States and Britain, and numerous fitness certifications. Leslie is also a member of the Jane Austen Society of North America. Her accomplishments include drawing, watercolor, and playing flute and piano, but much like Pride and Prejudice’s Elizabeth Bennet, she is always in need of practice!
After watching Sense and Sensibility with her mother, Leslie became a fan of Jane Austen, reading her collected works over the next few years. Pride and Prejudice stood out as a favourite and has dominated her writing since finding Jane Austen Fan Fiction.
Aside from mother and writer, Leslie considers herself a perpetual student. She has degrees in biology and studio art, but will devour any subject of interest simply for the knowledge. As an artist, her concentration is in graphic design, but watercolour is her medium of choice with one of her watercolours featured on the cover of her second book, A Matter of Chance. She coaches swimming and holds a variety of fitness certifications. She is also a member of the Jane Austen Society of North America. Leslie also plays flute and piano, but much like Elizabeth Bennet, she is always in need of practice!
Love your books. It would be amazing to receive a copy of The Unexpected Heir. Happy it’s on kindle unlimited. I am in the US should I be lucky to be selected. Thanks for your P & P variation books
L.L Diamond on December 12, 2025 at 12:08 pm Author
I have to admit to lucking out. It’s been tricky and sometimes painful to go through the auditions of people who are new to narrating. It’s always great when I find someone who is a hidden gem 🙂 Thanks, Monica!
That excerpt was RIVETING!!! I usually don’t make it to the end of the sample audio, but this hooked me right away. I can’t wait to listen to the whole thing! It’sa US code for me.
L.L Diamond on December 12, 2025 at 12:16 pm Author
I’m a big fan of fantasy variations and I absolutely loved the book. I really enjoyed Ann Young’s narration of a Novel Holiday and would love to also be able to enjoy The Unexpected Heir in the audiobook format. I would be very appreciative for a US code. Thank you very much. Merry Christmas and Happy holidays filled with joy, health and blessings for you and your loved ones!🤗♥️
L.L Diamond on December 12, 2025 at 9:56 pm Author
I’m so exited about this release. I was planning to read it soon, but I’ll listen to the audiobook instead.
If I’m one of the winners, I’d love a US code. Thank you.
L.L Diamond on December 15, 2025 at 12:21 pm Author
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Oooo yeah! 🛎️ ding! Added to my library 😁
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Thanks, Chris!
I’m in the USA. Thank you!
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Good luck!
Love your books. It would be amazing to receive a copy of The Unexpected Heir. Happy it’s on kindle unlimited. I am in the US should I be lucky to be selected. Thanks for your P & P variation books
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Thank you so much! 🙂
I loved the narration. I would love to have a US code. Happy Holidays 🎄
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Ann is awesome! Thanks!
Wow, what a fabulous plot! I had to purchase it at once, so I don’t need a code, lol.
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I’m thrilled you like it! Thanks, Elin!
Great narration!
I would love to have a US code.
Thank you and happy holiday!!
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Happy Holidays to you too! Thanks!
Congratulations on the release of the audiobook!!! I enjoyed reading it and can’t wait to listen!
Oops, US code
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Got it! Thanks, Glory!
I would love to have a US code. Thank you!
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Thank you!
Enjoying the preview now. Would love a US code. Thanks!
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Thanks, Lois!
Thank you for the gift! I would like a code for the US website.
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Good luck!
Congratuklations on this audiobook. Love the cover. thank you for this. I am from the Us
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Thanks for stopping by and entering the giveaway!
Hooray! Another L. L. Diamond audiobook. And you get terrific narrators too! Oh and I’m in the US.
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I have to admit to lucking out. It’s been tricky and sometimes painful to go through the auditions of people who are new to narrating. It’s always great when I find someone who is a hidden gem 🙂 Thanks, Monica!
This is great! It will be a US code. Thank you!
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Thank you!
Good ol’ US of A
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Got it! Good luck!
Congratulations on the new audiobook! US code. Thank you!
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Thank you!
Congrats! I’d love a us code
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Thank you!
That excerpt was RIVETING!!! I usually don’t make it to the end of the sample audio, but this hooked me right away. I can’t wait to listen to the whole thing! It’sa US code for me.
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I’m so glad you enjoyed the excerpt. I admit that Ann picked it and I didn’t argue 🙂 THank you!
Eager to hear this creative approach.
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Thank you!
That’s exciting! US code please
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Thank you!
Yay!🎉 I would appreciate a US code.
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Good luck!
Great! I enjoyed reading the book and look forward to listening to it. I am in the US.
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Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Congratulations on the new audiobook. I would love to have a US code. Thank you. Happy Holidays!
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Thank you and happy holidays to you too!
Very nice. Only the tinge of an American accent!
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Thanks!
Fantastic! Congratulations! I’d love a US code. Thank you.
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Thank you!
Would love to listen. I am in the US.
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Good luck!
I would love to listen, I’m in the US. Congrats!
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Thank you, Robin!
The reading was beautiful. If you have any codes left US would be great. I read the book so listening would be a pleasure. Best Wishes!
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Thank you, Jen!
a US code would be most welcome
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Good luck, Kelley!
I’m a big fan of fantasy variations and I absolutely loved the book. I really enjoyed Ann Young’s narration of a Novel Holiday and would love to also be able to enjoy The Unexpected Heir in the audiobook format. I would be very appreciative for a US code. Thank you very much. Merry Christmas and Happy holidays filled with joy, health and blessings for you and your loved ones!🤗♥️
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Thank you and Happy Holidays!
Well now I have to finish reading the book, so I can listen to the audiobook! Thanks Leslie!! And congrats on the book and the audiobook!!!
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Thank you!
US Code. Thanks for the chance!
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Thank you!
I would love to have a US code!
Thank you for the giveaway!
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Thank you!
I love audiobooks as they motivate me to walk. I have read this fabulous book and would love to listen to it.
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Very cool! Thank you!
I am from Italy. Is there any chances for me too?
Thank you
Isabella
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As long as you have an Audible US or UK account for an audiobook, you can receive the prize.
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I only have codes for those marketplaces.
I’m so excited for your audiobook. I’m in the U.S. –Leslie
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Thank you!
Thanks for the opportunity from the UK
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Thanks for stopping by!
Looking forward to hearing the rest of the story, Leslie.
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Thanks, Betty!
I’m so exited about this release. I was planning to read it soon, but I’ll listen to the audiobook instead.
If I’m one of the winners, I’d love a US code. Thank you.
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Happy reading!
US please, I have loved the sample excerpts posted.