Narrator Angela Dawe returns the listener to the world of the psy-changelings. Remi Denier, the leopard changeling, has a mysterious new neighbor named Auden Scott, who is a psy. Auden is pregnant and has a brain injury that has left her with memory gaps and two personalities. One of them has the cold demeanor of the psy, and the other is warm and caring. Dawe successfully conveys which personality is in control in each scene. She brings warmth to her portrayals of the changelings, providing a strong contrast to the control of the psy. Dawe gives Remi an almost purring quality as he grows closer to Auden. All psys are linked to the PsyNet, and Dawe builds the tension as the net threatens to collapse. Dawe aptly conveys all the drama.
Pub Date: July 23, 2024
Duration: 12 hrs, 45 mins
DD ISBN: 9781666177404
Publisher: Tantor Media
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
A fully immersive and emotionally resonant listening experience.
This monster romance follows Anna, a museum worker whose life changes when Frey, a cursed gargoyle warrior, comes to life and claims her as his fated mate. As they navigate the clash between her modern life and his ancient instincts, danger, mystery, and a powerful curse unfold around them. Narrated by Emma Wilder, the distinct character voices feel natural and consistent, uplifting the story and making it easy to connect with both Anna’s vulnerability and Frey's intensity. Wilder’s emotional delivery is rich and nuanced, capturing quiet, intimate moments as well as high-stakes tension. Dialogue flows smoothly with a conversational rhythm, and the chemistry feels palpable. Wilder’s subtle tonal shifts and strong control of pacing keep the story engaging.
A fully immersive and emotionally resonant listening experience.Pub Date: Feb. 10, 2026
Duration: 12 hrs, 44 mins
DD ISBN: 9780063466241
Publisher: Harper Audio
Review Posted Online: April 7, 2026
Still, fans of the series will want to hear this final installment.
Elena Rey narrates the final audiobook in the Wild Magic trilogy. After spending seven years as a spirit, Sky’s family rescues her. Two years later, the youngest Flores sister is an outcast, bullied by most of her small town. When her neighbor’s grandson Adam moves back to town, she negotiates a fake friendship with him to help rehabilitate her image. As Adam accepts Sky’s magic, their friendship turns into something real, and Sky learns to accept his love. Rey captures Sky’s emotions as she struggles with her place in the world. While she gives all the characters distinct voices, Rey’s tone for Sky tends to sound whiny.
Still, fans of the series will want to hear this final installment.Pub Date: Jan. 13, 2026
Duration: 11 hrs, 30 mins
DD ISBN: 9798217163366
Publisher: Penguin Audio
Review Posted Online: March 17, 2026
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