Bailey Carr narrates this fifth installment of sexy, witchy stories about the residents of Thistle Grove. Necromantic devil eater Dasha Avramov has an addiction to traversing the veil between life and death. Doing so numbs her grief but prevents a healthy relationship with her on-and-off girlfriend, Ivy Thorn. The ominous presence of a harbinger of death, the mysterious appearance of a woman with amnesia, and her involvement in the town's festival will change Dasha's life forever. Carr depicts sultry witches, intimidating matriarchs, an innocent preschooler, and other distinct characters for this mostly female cast. While the harbinger of death's portrayal is lacking, and the goddess's "ethereal" voice is anything but, these flaws don't diminish the enjoyment of listening.
Pub Date: Aug. 20, 2024
Duration: 9 hrs, 30 mins
DD ISBN: 9780593907580
Publisher: Penguin Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Frangione is the longtime narrator of this series, and his familiarity with it adds to the listening experience.
Narrator Jim Frangione once again draws listeners into Ward's world, where humans coexist with vampires (unbeknownst to the humans). The vampires are being hunted by creatures known as Lessers. Vampire Allhan has an unexpected encounter with Princess Dennesha. Passion flares between them, but both are struggling with secrets: Frangione conveys Dennesha’s frustration with her destiny, and he fully expresses Allhan’s agony as he’s torn between trying to protect his sister and betraying his adopted family. The vampire race is protected by The Brotherhood, and Frangione perfectly brings the brothers to life.
Frangione is the longtime narrator of this series, and his familiarity with it adds to the listening experience.Pub Date: Sept. 29, 2026
Duration: 12 hrs, 53 mins
DD ISBN: 9781668116272
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
Review Posted Online: Sept. 15, 2026
Sentimental and heartfelt.
Megan Wicks and Robert Hatchet convey all the emotions in this small-town contemporary romance with a slight touch of the supernatural. Clarke Cartwright has the ability to see and talk to ghosts—including the ghost of her childhood crush’s father, who wants her to pass on a message. Leith Wilkes is preparing to take over the family farm when he learns of a troublesome clause in his inheritance. Wicks’ warm, alluring tone lets listeners understand Clarke’s inner turmoil and conflict. Hatchet makes Leith easy to love, giving him an affable, rich timbre and portraying his affection and fervor. The duet narration shines during emotional conversations and intimate moments.
Sentimental and heartfelt.Pub Date: Sept. 22, 2026
Duration: 8 hrs, 14 mins
DD ISBN: 9798217343119
Publisher: Random House Audio
Review Posted Online: Oct. 13, 2026
Kirkus Reviews Issue: Dec. 15, 2026
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