by Kimberly Lemming ; read by Hazel Addison ‧ RELEASE DATE: May 23, 2023
Listeners will be delighted with narrator Hazel Addison's return for the third title in the Mead Mishaps series, recently boosted in popularity by BookTok reviewers. As a child, Cherry didn't understand why princesses trapped in towers had to wait around to be rescued. After being taken by a dragon, she understands a bit more. Planning her escape, she is inadvertently saved by another dragon, Dante, who claims he is her soulmate. Addison's talents are showcased in this lively and hilarious fantasy-romance. Her ability to believably voice characters regardless of age keeps listeners fully engaged in Cherry and Dante's misadventures. Her expressive delivery enhances the story and will frequently have listeners laughing out loud. This fun production is sure to delight.
Pub Date: May 23, 2023
Duration: 7 hrs, 30 mins
DD ISBN: 9781668635452
Publisher: Hachette Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
by Kresley Cole ; read by Robert Petkoff ‧ RELEASE DATE: July 28, 2026
Petkoff’s strong performance brings to life all the creatures of this fantastical world.
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The mythical realm of Skein is inhabited by vampires, werewolves, witches, demons, and Berserkers. Narrator Robert Petkoff is masterful navigating the wide range of characters, giving each a distinctive voice. He lends the werewolves a Scottish lilt, and his tone drips with evil as a particular vampire. The Accession, an ancient cycle of battle, is about to begin. As all the factions come together, connections are made: A vampire princess escaping her sadistic brother ends up wed to a Berserker. A werewolf finds his mate in a demon witch. A vampiress and an incubus form a partnership.
Petkoff’s strong performance brings to life all the creatures of this fantastical world.Pub Date: July 28, 2026
Duration: 12 hrs, 57 mins
DD ISBN: 9781464281754
Publisher: Sourcebooks Audio
Review Posted Online: Aug. 4, 2026
by India Holton ; read by Elizabeth Knowelden ‧ RELEASE DATE: April 21, 2026
Knowelden’s performance is a perfect match for the nonstop banter, hilarity, and capers.
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Lightly magical Victorian-era England is delightfully brought to life by narrator Elizabeth Knowelden. Best friends turned antiques experts Amelia Tarrant and Caleb Sterling have kept up a charade of professional loathing. After an ill-fated hug in boarding school led to vicious rumors and speculation, Amelia and Caleb vowed to never show more than the utmost decorum and courtesy toward each other. Both aspire to keep their hard-won positions at Oxford University pursuing thaumaturgical objects, even if it means feigning hatred while secretly maintaining their dear friendship. Despite their best efforts, Amelia continues to find herself competing, and squabbling, with Caleb. After yet another spectacle between the two over a magical object leads to public scrutiny, they are dispatched by their superiors to the far reaches of Cumbria.
Knowelden’s performance is a perfect match for the nonstop banter, hilarity, and capers.Pub Date: April 21, 2026
Duration: 10 hrs, 29 mins
DD ISBN: 9798217282531
Publisher: Penguin Audio
Review Posted Online: May 26, 2026
Kirkus Reviews Issue: July 1, 2026
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