Narrator Carly Robins delivers on the cozy charm of Aguirre's roommate romance. When Iris inherits a purple Victorian house in St. Claire, Illinois, it's a fresh start, far away from her judgmental, magical family. Robins chronicles Iris's search for roommates, creating unique voices for crotchety Henry Dale, garrulous Sally, youthful Rowan, and considerate Eli, who knew Iris as a child and harbors strong feelings for her. As Iris builds a "found family," Robins organically integrates Aguirre's messages of charity, tolerance, and LGBTQIA-friendly spaces. Robins expresses Iris's financial worries and doubts about her self-worth in tones that are both realistic and reassuring. This audio is an appealing mix of small-town personalities and contemporary themes with a pinch of magic.
Pub Date: July 11, 2023
Duration: 10 hrs, 15 mins
DD ISBN: 9781666644678
Publisher: Dreamscape
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Dade's sequel to Zomromcom features a consistent, versatile narration from Nash.
Narrator Joy Nash taps into the vulnerability that oracle Gwen Wexloff feels as she seeks out Hugh Blacke, the demon who witnessed her failure years ago. After a zombie containment issue that points to a fae/human conspiracy, Hugh is the only powerful councillor who might help Gwen and her friends. Hugh's careful, rule-abiding nature comes across clearly in Nash's narration, his boundaries a foil to Gwen's open manner. Gwen and Hugh's voices convey both sincerity and respect as they move toward romance. Secondary characters, including fae and vampires, have unique, sometimes hilarious voices, as in the case of the troll siblings, who are the highlight of the audiobook.
Dade's sequel to Zomromcom features a consistent, versatile narration from Nash.Pub Date: Aug. 11, 2026
Duration: 13 hrs, 53 mins
DD ISBN: 9798217336463
Publisher: Penguin Audio
Review Posted Online: Aug. 4, 2026
Kirkus Reviews Issue: Sept. 15, 2026
Petkoff’s strong performance brings to life all the creatures of this fantastical world.
The mythical realm of Skein is inhabited by vampires, werewolves, witches, demons, and Berserkers. Narrator Robert Petkoff is masterful navigating the wide range of characters, giving each a distinctive voice. He lends the werewolves a Scottish lilt, and his tone drips with evil as a particular vampire. The Accession, an ancient cycle of battle, is about to begin. As all the factions come together, connections are made: A vampire princess escaping her sadistic brother ends up wed to a Berserker. A werewolf finds his mate in a demon witch. A vampiress and an incubus form a partnership.
Petkoff’s strong performance brings to life all the creatures of this fantastical world.Pub Date: July 28, 2026
Duration: 12 hrs, 57 mins
DD ISBN: 9781464281754
Publisher: Sourcebooks Audio
Review Posted Online: Aug. 4, 2026
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