Capturing the mystery and atmosphere of Old Shanghai, this audiobook is a thrilling experience.
Chang reimagines 1910s Shanghai with a Gothic flair, brought to life by Katharine Chin, Saskia Maarleveld, and Caroline Hewitt. Lisan Liu, portrayed by Chin, is hired by American heiress Caroline Stanton, portrayed by Maarleveld, as her secretary at Lennox Manor. Hewitt provides the voice of Rosalie, an ill-fated singer. The manor’s dark past and crumbling walls fill Lisan with dread as secrets from her own past begin to resurface. Nightmares of a woman in red plague Lisan, while Caroline is preoccupied with family and financial woes. When Caroline’s husband takes ill, whispers of a curse stir up fear amongst the staff.
Capturing the mystery and atmosphere of Old Shanghai, this audiobook is a thrilling experience.Pub Date: Feb. 10, 2026
Duration: 10 hrs, 15 mins
DD ISBN: 9780063308152
Publisher: Harper Audio
Review Posted Online: Feb. 24, 2026
Narrator Amielynn Abellera voices a heart-pounding thriller in which two homicide detectives chase a serial killer while trying to avert the literal end of the world. James Manning and Covina Duwai are trying to solve a series of bizarre murders. As part of those endeavors, they learn that the killings are linked to an ancient legend that heralds the apocalypse, which will be brought about by a physical manifestation of the devil. Abellera shines as the lead detective Covina, but her unusual cadence for the other characters is jarring and filled with needless pauses. Nonetheless, action scenes find Abellera ratcheting up the tension, making for an exciting listen. An unusual thriller blends unique elements with a capable narration.
Pub Date: Jan. 22, 2019
Duration: 8 hrs, 15 mins
DD ISBN: 9781980054399
Publisher: Recorded Books Inc.
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
An alternate history of the eighteenth century weaves together the story of the slave rebellion in Haiti, the French Revolution, and the abolitionist movement in England--all wrapped in an undercurrent of magic. Andrew Kingston assumes subtle accents for each setting as listeners recognize the major historical figures of these events and are introduced to a few fictional characters. He shows the rapport and friendships among many of the characters, enhancing the ways that events are intertwined. He maintains a good pace and strong narrative drive even through the building of the background information and the introductions of the many characters. Parry makes the magic seem natural and an integral part of each political climate as he sets the stage for a sequel.
Pub Date: Jan. 26, 2021
Duration: 21 hrs
DD ISBN: 9781549101922
Publisher: Hachette Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
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