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| The Vanishing Man by Charles Finch; narrated by James LangtonFeaturing: Charles Lenox, a 26-year-old sleuth and Oxford grad in 1853 London; his butler Graham, who assists with cases; his clever neighbor, Lady Jane Grey; and Lancelot, his mischievous 12-year-old cousin.
Narration: James Langton underscores the characters' class differences by giving privileged characters' voices a dramatic flair and offering more humble readings when portraying London's lower-class denizens. |
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The Book of Dreams
by Nina George; narrated by Steve West, Elizabeth Knowelden and Xalvador Tin-Bardbury
What it is: Henri Skinner is a hardened ex-war reporter on the run from his past. On his way to see his son, Sam, for the first time in years, Henri steps into the road without looking and collides with oncoming traffic. He is rushed to a nearby hospital where he floats, comatose, between dreams, reliving the fairytales of his childhood and the secrets that made him run away in the first place.
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| Black Leopard, Red Wolf by Marlon James; narrated by Dion GrahamWhat it is: A lush and, at times, surreal Afrofantasy novel by the author of A Brief History of Seven Killings.
Narration: Dion Graham imbues his AudioFile Earphones Award-winning reading with an immersive growl, multiple accents, and skillful singing. |
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Lost Roses
by Martha Hall Kelly; narrated by Kathleen Gati, Tavia Gilbert, Karissa Vacker, and Catherine Taber
What it is: Inspired by true events, just like its predecessor, and just as well-researched, Lost Roses is a remarkable story and another testament to female strength. This sweeping epic will thrill and delight fans of Lilac Girls and readers of historical fiction alike.
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| The Widows by Jess Montgomery; narrated by Susan BennettStarring: Lily Ross, a pregnant mother of two whose Ohio sheriff husband was recently murdered; Marvena Whitcomb, a coal miner's widow, labor organizer, and the mother of a missing teenage girl.
Narration: Susan Bennett ably portrays the vocal differences between resolved Lily and mild-mannered Marvena. |
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Don't Stop Believin' : A Memoir
by Olivia Newton-John; narrated by Olivia Newton-John
What it is: The musician, actress, and activist relates her life story from her childhood in Melbourne, Australia, to her iconic starring role in the classic musical "Grease" and her passionate advocacy for health and wellness in light of her battles with cancer.
Narration: The most evident aspect of her narration is her pride at having successfully launched the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Wellness & Research Center in Melbourne. This is definitely not a "puff piece" from a star of the film GREASE--it's a moving self-portrait. (Audiofile)
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| On the Come Up by Angie Thomas; narrated by Bahni Turpin What it’s about: When her fiery performance at a rap battle goes viral, 16-year-old Bri knows that her newfound fame could be her family’s ticket to survival -- but she doesn't know how to deal with the onslaught of people trying to label her.
Narration: Bahni Turpin's raw and spunky narration captures Bri's vulnerable coming of age. |
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The Path Made Clear : Discovering Your Life's Direction and Purpose
by Oprah Winfrey; narrated by Oprah Winfrey
What it is: The award-winning global media leader and philanthropist offers a guide for identifying one's purpose and creating a framework for a life that is both successful and meaningful, sharing inspirational quotes by some of today's most influential cultural figures.
Narration: At times, the transitions from one conversation to another can feel slightly jumpy, but those who favor nuggets of wisdom over breadth of discussion will appreciate the ground that she covers in twenty-minute sections. (Audiofile)
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