Mia Hutchinson-Shaw narrates this contemporary paranormal romance featuring a small-town Christmas with a vampire twist. Tiffenie Ruba is a 300-year-old vampire who desperately needs to get her life in order. When she unexpectedly inherits a bed-and-breakfast business in rural Vermont, she'll finally have the opportunity to live her Hallmark fantasies. However, she'll have to bring along a newly created vampire and navigate her conflicted feelings for two men in her life. Hutchinson-Shaw portrays Tiffenie's eccentricities and conflicts with the perfect touch of wit and sarcasm. Her distinct character voices and comic timing make this an entertaining listen.
Pub Date: Oct. 28, 2025
Duration: 10 hrs
DD ISBN: 9798349104213
Publisher: Dreamscape
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Eyre’s satisfying performance brings an emotional end to this series.
With this installment, narrator Justine Eyre concludes Singh's series about archangels, vampires, and the humans who share the world with them. Elena was transformed from a human into an angel at the start of the series and has spent a millennium as archangel Raphael's consort. Over the years, Elena has lost human family and friends, and Eyre brings poignancy to her narration as Elena remembers those she has lost. When Elena becomes pregnant with Raphael's child, Eyre expresses the couple’s joy and worry. Raphael is a powerful being, and Eyre aptly communicates this. She also handles the multiple characters who interact with Elena and Raphael with ease.
Eyre’s satisfying performance brings an emotional end to this series.Pub Date: May 5, 2026
Duration: 12 hrs
DD ISBN: 9798765055144
Publisher: Tantor Media
Review Posted Online: May 30, 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
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