by S.E. Wendel ; read by Emma Wilder ‧ RELEASE DATE: Feb. 10, 2026
A fully immersive and emotionally resonant listening experience.
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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
by Nalini Singh ; read by Justine Eyre ‧ RELEASE DATE: May 5, 2026
Eyre’s satisfying performance brings an emotional end to this series.
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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
by Raquel Vasquez Gilliland ; read by Elena Rey ‧ RELEASE DATE: Jan. 13, 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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