After the death of her young husband, Josephine Reynolds decides her life needs a major change, so she buys her ancestors’ old mansion in the historic heart of Nashville. Kathleen McInerney tells Josephine’s story as she replaces the mansion’s inappropriately modern front door with an antique version that fits perfectly. McInerney describes Josephine’s astonishment when she walks through that door to find herself in a roaring ‘20s version of the home and meeting her charming great-grandmother. Although McInerney’s pace and articulation are pleasant, her voice isn’t fully believable for the dialogue of women who are in their 30s. But the mysterious logic of time travel is the main interest of this novel, and McInerney describes it well.
Pub Date: Jan. 14, 2025
Duration: 10 hrs, 30 mins
DD ISBN: 9781400343652
Publisher: Harper 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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