Barrie Kreinik continues her spectacular narration of Roberts's fantasy- romance series, The Dragon Heart Legacy. In charismatic fashion, Kreinik brings alive the world of Talamh and Breen Siobhan Kelly's journey of self-acceptance, romance, and strength. Breen, a teacher from Philadelphia, returns to the magical realm of Talamh with her unsuspecting friend, Marco. As Keegan, the leader of the Fey, develops feelings for Breen, she will have to help defeat the ancestral force that threatens her enchanted world. Kreinik delivers an authentic-sounding Irish accent that is lyrical and suggestive of a mythical land. She also offers a plethora of other vocalizations to depict the alluring and dynamic characters in this romantic tale.
Pub Date: 2021
Duration: 15 hrs, 30 mins
DD ISBN: 9781250810656
Publisher: Macmillan Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Narrator Mayuri Bhandari introduces Pakistani American Ziya Khan, who is feeling resigned after receiving another rejection of her latest book submission. Out of her desperation comes a wish granted: Aashiq, the physical manifestation of her literary talent, whose purpose is to help her make life changes. Bhandari portrays Ziya in a well-modulated voice with hints of self-deprecation. She delivers Urdu greetings and other cultural terms in a fluent manner. Her voices for Ziya's extended family are creatively crafted and memorable. Her voice for the chipper Aashiq is light and bright, although it could use greater differentiation from Ziya's. Bhandari's gently comedic delivery of Aashiq's meddling adds another fun layer to this contemporary audiobook with hints of magic.
Pub Date: 2025
Duration: 10 hrs
DD ISBN: 9781488235061
Publisher: Harlequin Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Narrator Emily Gibbons Bouchard demonstrates that queer love knows no bounds in this amped-up sci-fi romance. Called to a nearby planet by a mysterious beacon, scavenger Wylla goes on the hunt for what she hopes is a valuable find. What she discovers is something even greater: A mask imbued with the power of its last wearer, a hawk. Donning the mask, Wylla gains the hawk's memories and, avoiding other hunters on her tail, embarks on a quest to avenge the hawk's murder. Bouchard's narration captures both Wylla's pride in her transgender identity and her growing attachment to Sable, the hawk's former owner. Providing growing confidence to Wylla's voice and depth to Sable's, Bouchard makes this interstellar romance a gripping listen.
Pub Date: 2025
Duration: 5 hrs
DD ISBN: 9781250407528
Publisher: Macmillan Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
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