Frankie Corzo's expressive narration saves this story, which is charming but predictable and rushed. Harlow Estrada loses her job and breaks up with her boyfriend. Feeling dejected, she goes to her family's magical ranch in Mexico. There, the Estradas harness the power of enchanted flowers grown on charmed land. Through a family friend, she meets Ben, a hotel magnate. Their attraction is immediate, but is their connection genuine, or is magic involved? Corzo, a master narrator, shines when delivering the sensual scenes, lowering her voice and pausing to enhance the mood. Sadly, the ranch and family histories are glossed over in the plot--a missed opportunity. Listeners will enjoy this love story with a captivating premise, thanks to Corzo's experience and talent.
Pub Date: May 16, 2023
Duration: 12 hrs, 45 mins
DD ISBN: 9781488228162
Publisher: Harlequin 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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