Narrator Juliette Goglia delivers a relaxing and perfectly paced performance in this evocative audiobook set in Italy's capital. Emilia's trip to Rome takes an unexpected shift in the aftermath of a breakup. Alone and heartbroken, she wanders the city, contemplates her upbringing as the child of a world-famous musician, and eventually connects with a fellow American who is dealing with his own pain. Goglia's narration gently draws listeners into Emilia's point of view, providing an immersive experience of the art, food, and allure of Rome as Emilia ruminates on her memories. Characters are given distinct voices and accents that capture a variety of emotions and mannerisms, and Goglia switches easily between English and Italian as necessary. A deeply engaging and reflective audiobook.
Pub Date: May 3, 2022
Duration: 9 hrs
DD ISBN: 9781668604687
Publisher: Hachette Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
In this sequel to Terms of Endearment, Larry McMurtry brings back Aurora Greenway, who is now dealing with her various lovers and friends plus three grown grandchildren with a variety of problems. He presents a tale of growing up and growing old which is bittersweet and funny. Narrator Ivey uses a slight east Texas accent which authenticates the setting of the story. Each character's voice has a slightly different inflection to differentiate it. It all works together well. As you listen, you feel as if you might actually be in Houston sharing the lives of these resilient and refreshing people.
Pub Date: N/A
Duration: 20 hrs
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
To Fred Fairly, a Cambridge Fellow, truth is everything. What then is the truth about the woman he finds beside him when he awakens? English conventions and mores of 1912 Cambridge are central to this period piece. Callow's wonderful voice and interpretation make accents, personalities and gender come alive, and help make sense of the frequent time and character shifts. His delivery enhances a most clever "choose your own ending."
Pub Date: N/A
Duration: 5 hrs
Publisher: BBC Audiobooks America/ Chivers
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
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