This vampire thriller, which predates Bram Stoker's more famous DRACULA, gets a full-cast adaptation by British headliners. The narrative and dialogue are carried by Rose Leslie, who plays main character Laura, a Victorian teen who lives in relative seclusion on her family's estate until her father takes an ill young woman, Carmilla, under his protection. Leslie gives a passionate performance, conveying Laura's reluctance to tell her story of the borderline romantic attachment that quickly develops between her and Carmilla. Phoebe Fox's performance captures Carmilla's allure while also giving her a sense of menace that increases as her behavior becomes more erratic. Strong secondary characters, sound effects, and music round out the production, making for a brisk, dramatic listen and fine introduction to a tale worthy of more attention. A.F. 2016 Audies Finalist © AudioFile 2016, Portland, Maine
Pub Date: Jan. 22, 2015
Duration: 2 hrs, 30 mins
Publisher: Audible, Inc.
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Escape on a thrilling adventure with Soneela Nankani and Andrew Eiden as they narrate this suspenseful romance. A year has passed since Simi Chopra, her assorted crew, and Jack Danger pulled off a lucrative diamond heist. Now, the Chicago Mafia boss is demanding that the jewels be returned, so Simi gets the team back together. Nankani delivers an expressive performance that emphasizes Simi's conflict between her passion for Jack and the mission. Her distinct character voices keep the listener fully immersed. Eiden's lively tone gives Jack a subtle flair and confidence that make him easy to forgive and to love.
Pub Date: Aug. 20, 2024
Duration: 11 hrs, 15 mins
DD ISBN: 9780593907467
Publisher: Penguin Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
This is not a story about guns, but about blue pearls. Gerald Browne takes us to the Pacific Ocean and the world of pearl divers and natural gems and mixes in mystery, intrigue and suspense. Barry Bostwick portrays the characters in one voice, varying his intonation slightly for the Asian personalities. His reading style is very smooth, evidence of preparation and interest in the story. 18mm Blues is abridged well, collecting the important elements of the story. Unobtrusive music indicates the end of each side. Disappear into the mystery of the Far East and one of its most beautiful commodities.
Pub Date: Jan. 22, 1993
Duration: 3 hrs
Publisher: Audio Renaissance
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
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