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| The Gone Dead by Chanelle Benz; narrated by Bahni TurpinWhat happens: Billie James has just inherited a ramshackle home in the Mississippi Delta from her father, a respected (if underrated) African American poet who died when she was four. When she visits, she learns of the mysteries surrounding the night of his death.
Narration: Bahni Turpin's curious tone, delivered in a well-rendered Southern accent, embodies Billie's growing unease. |
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| Girl in the Rearview Mirror by Kelsey Rae Dimberg; narrated by Andi ArndtWhat it is: the intricately plotted story of a young woman who unknowingly steps into a complex web of political power and shifting allegiances after taking a job that seems too good to be true.
Narration: Andi Arndt's halting narration escalates the tension in this menacing thriller. |
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| Naturally Tan by Tan France; narrated by Tan FranceWhat it is: a witty memoir from Queer Eye fashion expert Tan France that tackles topics both affecting (the racist bullying he endured as a Pakistani Muslim teen in England) and amusing (his penchant for no-nonsense sartorial advice).
Narration: France's earnest, well-paced narration will resonate with listeners who enjoy candid coming-of-age stories. |
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Almost Midnight : A Novel
by Paul Doiron; narrated by Henry Leyva
What 's about: When his best friend is released from prison under suspicious circumstances, warden investigator Mike Bowditch races to protect his friend's family only to uncover a violent criminal conspiracy.
Narration: Henry Leyva is the long standing and capable narrator of the Mike Bowditch series.
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Three Women
by Lisa Taddeo; narrated by Lisa Taddeo, Tara Lynne Barr, Mara Ireland and Mena Suvari
What it's about: An account based on nearly a decade of reporting examines the sex lives of three American women, exploring the complexity and fragility of female desire.
Narration: a full cast audio readers brings more depth to this complex tale.
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Chances Are... : A Novel
by Richard Russo; narrated by Fred Sanders
What it's about: One beautiful September day, three 66-year-old men convene on Martha’s Vineyard, friends ever since meeting in college, and must puzzle out a lingering mystery from the summer of 1971.
Narration: Fred Sanders sensitively captures each characters voice.
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With the Fire on High
by Elizabeth Acevedo; narrated by Elizabeth Acevedo
What it's about: teen mother Emoni Santiago struggles with the challenges of finishing high school and her dream of working as a chef.
Narration: the author reads her own work in this fiery and authentic YA novel.
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| The Lager Queen of Minnesota by J. Ryan Stradal; narrated by Judith IveyFeaturing: sisters Helen and Edith, who haven't spoken since an inheritance came between them, and Edith's granddaughter Diana, who brings them back together.
Narration: Judith Ivey's folksy delivery and authentic character accents capture the complicated dynamics of this heartfelt multigenerational novel. |
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Lady in the Lake : A Novel
by Laura Lippman; narrated by Susan Bennett
What it's about: a divorced reporter in racially torn 1966 Baltimore triggers unanticipated consequences for vulnerable community members while investigating the murder of an African-American party girl.
Narration: Susan Bennett brings this rough and tough Baltimore setting to life.
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