Shiloh Grey narrates a politically minded paranormal romance. Elijah Richter and Meghna Saxena-Saunders have plans to take down the same international arms dealer, but their approaches differ. After a messy accident, they reassess and combine forces. Though Elijah and Meghna are both intensely driven and focused, Grey teases out the nuances of their differences and highlights their strengths: Meghna is independent and unflappable, while Elijah sees his team as an extension of his family and emotions as nothing to hide. Numerous secondary characters round out the story, and Grey's handling of the large and diverse cast shows real skill. Grey delivers a smart and adept performance of a story of geopolitics that is by turns steamy and humorous.
Pub Date: Nov. 4, 2021
Duration: 10 hrs, 45 mins
DD ISBN: 9781666520897
Publisher: Dreamscape
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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