Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: Triangulation Series: Borealis Investigations: Book Two Author: Gregory Ashe Narrator: Charlie David Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 12 hours and 48 minutes Category: Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: I love Ashe’s storytelling style. It’s real, and gritty, and completely engrossing. I am so hooked on this series, you guys, and I now can’t imagine anyone else... Continue Reading →
Title: Orientation Series: Borealis Investigations: Book One Author: Gregory Ashe Narrator: Charlie David Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 11 hours and 26 minutes Category: Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Bottom line? Orientation is a thrilling start to what is sure to be a fantastic series. I love Ashe’s writing style. I adore North and Shaw. And, Charlie... Continue Reading →
Title: Upside Down Author: N.R. Walker Narrator: Glen Lloyd Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 6 hours and 17 minutes Category: Contemporary Romance, Asexual Romance At a Glance: Upside Down—and the audiobook in particular—is easily one of my favorites of the year. I certainly hope Glen Lloyd gets more gigs, because he was such a pleasure to... Continue Reading →
Title: Song of the Navigator Author: Astrid Amara Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 7 hours and 41 minutes Category: SciFi At a Glance: Aside from the story's somewhat abrupt ending, I thoroughly enjoyed Tover’s journey, and I thought Russo was an excellent choice for the narration. I absolutely love his voice, and... Continue Reading →
Title: Again Author: Mary Calmes Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 2 hours and 3 minutes Category: Contemporary Romance At a Glance: Again is another example of why Mary Calmes is the master of the novella, but for me it was Nick Russo’s narration that made the whole thing. Reviewed By: Jules... Continue Reading →
Title: Elements of Retrofit Series: Thomas Elkins: Book One Author: N.R. Walker Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Love Lane Books Run Time: 3 hours and 10 minutes Category: Contemporary Romance At a Glance: Russo was a fantastic choice for the narration. His delivery is so pleasant and smooth for the most part, and his pacing... Continue Reading →
Title: Love Me Tomorrow Author: Ethan Day Narrator: Jason Frazier Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 8 hours and 5 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I enjoyed Love Me Tomorrow for combining the fairy tale fantasy romance of recognizing “the one” at first sight with the reality of how complicated emotions and relationship can be. And... Continue Reading →
Title: Leaning Into the Look Series: Leaning Into: Book Six Author: Lane Hayes Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 8 hours and 20 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The emotion and heart of the story were really elevated by Nick J. Russo’s narration. Leaning Into the Look is an emotionally engaging story... Continue Reading →
Title: Ravensong Series: Green Creek: Book Two Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Kirt Graves Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 20 hours and 18 minutes Category: Fantasy At a Glance: Kirt Graves is like a comforting cuppa mixed with a warm blanket on a rainy afternoon. He builds tension with his pacing, he creates atmosphere with the... Continue Reading →
Title: A Wish Upon the Stars Series: Tales from Verania: Book Four Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Michael Lesley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 18 hours and 27 minutes Category: Fantasy At a Glance: At turns uproarious, comical, heartbreaking, tear inducing, deeply emotional and satisfying by the end, this book is not to be missed. The... Continue Reading →
Title: Friendly Fire Author: Cari Z. Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 8 hours and 5 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Look for Nick J. Russo’s name on other books; you will not be disappointed. This book is fine for what it is, but other titles by this same author are... Continue Reading →
Title: Sin and Tonic Series: Sinners Series: Book Six Author: Rhys Ford Narrator: Tristan James Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 10 hours and 51 minutes Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: This is a great farewell from the voice who has carried us through the entire series. It’s a great ride from the very first... Continue Reading →
Title: Diversion Series: Diversion: Book One Author: Eden Winters Narrator: Darcy Stark Publisher: Rocky Ridge Books Run Time: 8 hours and 22 minutes Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: Darcy Stark uses all of his talents to take this thriller to the next level, and keeps the listener involved with his exceptional vocal abilities. The... Continue Reading →
Title: Before You Break Series: Secrets: Book One Authors: K.C. Wells and Parker Williams Narrator: Joel Leslie Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 13 hours and 21 minutes Category: Contemporary, BDSM At a Glance: There are a lot of emotional moments and angst that Joel Leslie’s narration really bring home. With his trademark skill and ability... Continue Reading →
Title: Highway Man Author: Eden Winters Narrator: Darcy Stark Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 1 hour and 46 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The narration here is as masterful as the words of this story. Pick up the audio if you can. You will not be disappointed. Reviewed By: Mike Blurb: Killian Desmond’s dreams died... Continue Reading →
Title: BFF Author: K.C. Wells Narrator: Michael Mola Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 5 hours and 31 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: BFF is a sweet, funny, and touching tale that Michael Mola brings vividly to life. Reviewed By: Mike Blurb: I’m about to do something huge, and it could change...everything. I met Matt... Continue Reading →
Title: My Fair Captain Series: Sci-Regency: Book One Author: JL Langley Narrator: Joseph Morton Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 8 hours and 21 minutes Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: This is a good story made even better by a top-notch narration. Reviewed By: Mike Blurb: When Intergalactic Navy Captain Nathaniel Hawkins goes undercover to investigate... Continue Reading →
Title: When Everything Is Blue Author: Laura Lascarso Narrator: Michael Mola Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 7 hours and 1 minute Category: Contemporary, New Adult At a Glance: It really is a treat to listen to a narrator who does more than just read or heaps accent after accent on the ears. Mola conveys the... Continue Reading →
Title: Cowboy in the Crosshairs Series: Dreamspun Desires Author: BA Tortuga Narrator: Dorian Bane Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 6 hours and 23 minutes Category: Contemporary, Western At a Glance: Some good, quick fun that is a very easy listen, in very capable hands, and from an author of many western romances. Bane doesn’t just... Continue Reading →
Title: Volley Balls Series: Balls to the Wall: Book One Author: Tara Lain Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 4 hours and 11 minutes Category: Contemporary, Menage At a Glance: Volley Balls suffers under a lack of carefully crafted narrative, but Nick J. Russo’s narration talent definitely increased my enjoyment by leaps... Continue Reading →
Title: Survivor Series: Survivor: Book One Author: T.M. Smith Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 5 hours and 33 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: While I expected there to be a bit more suspense and illustrations of Taylor’s struggle with his parents’ murder, since the reader is with him as he ages,... Continue Reading →
Title: Romantic Behavior Series: Bad Behavior: Book Four Authors: L.A. Witt and Cari Z. Narrator: Michael Ferraiuolo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 3 hours and 2 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Go give this one a listen. I’ve definitely enjoyed this series and wonderful narration by Ferraiuolo! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Detective Andreas Ruffner... Continue Reading →
Title: By Fairy Means or Foul Series: Starfig Investigations: Book One Author: Meghan Maslow Narrator: Greg Boudreaux Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 8 hours and 16 minutes Category: Fantasy At a Glance: If you’re looking for a journey that is fantastical, fun and frankly, a bit dark, with stellar narration and an impressive range of character... Continue Reading →
Title: The Eagle and the Fox Series: A Snowy Range Mystery: Book One Author: Nya Rawlyns Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 8 hours and 39 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Nick J. Russo is an amazing narrator, and here he takes a pretty good story and makes it even better. Buy... Continue Reading →
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