Audiobooks Like Hideaway

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January LaVoy narrates this Nora Roberts romantic suspense with the warmth and control she brings to all of Roberts's longer works — the 16-hour Hollywood-kidnapping-to-ranch-country arc gives both the love story and the danger plot sufficient room, and LaVoy's voice holds the emotional through-line without letting either element overwhelm the other. Seven recommendations share LaVoy as narrator and all ten are Roberts titles, so if you want to stay in the specific frequency of LaVoy reading Roberts, the list is built entirely around that combination.

10 audiobooks for fans of Hideaway

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    Shelter in Place

    by Nora Roberts

    Narrated by January LaVoy

    Why this book?

    January LaVoy's compelling narration brings the same atmospheric tension to *Shelter in Place* that made *Hideaway* so gripping, while Roberts deepens her exploration of complex characters facing high-stakes mystery and danger. Both novels deliver that signature blend of psychological suspense and character-driven storytelling that rewards close listening over their substantial runtimes.

    4.63 ABR Score (67.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.27 Goodreads (48.2K) ★ 4.66 Audible (19.4K)
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    LaVoy handles the emotional weight of a mall shooting's aftermath, following survivors as they rebuild their lives and face a killer targeting witnesses years later.

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    Mind Games

    by Nora Roberts

    Narrated by January LaVoy

    Why this book?

    January LaVoy's compelling narration returns to deliver another gripping mystery, capturing Roberts's signature blend of psychological tension and intricate plotting with the same immersive quality that made *Hideaway* so compelling. The similarly paced investigation will keep listeners engaged through another taut exploration of danger and deception.

    4.62 ABR Score (50.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.29 Goodreads (45.8K) ★ 4.74 Audible (4.5K)
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    Twelve-year-old Thea's Appalachian summer with her grandmother turns deadly when an ancient evil awakens. January LaVoy's narration captures both childhood innocence and mounting supernatural terror in Roberts' latest thriller.

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    Identity

    by Nora Roberts

    Narrated by January LaVoy

    Why this book?

    January LaVoy's narration captures the same atmospheric tension and psychological depth in *Identity* that made *Hideaway* compelling, while Roberts continues exploring themes of danger, resilience, and self-discovery with her signature blend of mystery and character-driven storytelling. The comparable runtime and pacing make for an equally immersive listening experience that maintains the gripping momentum you loved in the first book.

    4.60 ABR Score (79.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.28 Goodreads (72.0K) ★ 4.65 Audible (7.9K)
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    Morgan Albright's dinner party guest steals her identity, launching a campaign of escalating psychological terror. LaVoy captures Morgan's growing paranoia as her comfortable Baltimore life becomes a nightmare of surveillance and stalking.

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    Legacy

    by Nora Roberts

    Narrated by January LaVoy

    Why this book?

    Legacy delivers the same atmospheric mystery and intricate character development that made Hideaway compelling, while January LaVoy's narration continues to create an immersive listening experience that draws you into Roberts' richly layered plots.

    4.57 ABR Score (47.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.16 Goodreads (41.1K) ★ 4.72 Audible (6.4K)
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    January LaVoy's narration transforms this multigenerational thriller into something intimate and propulsive, making you feel every shift between Adrian's present danger and her mother's buried past.

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    Hidden Nature

    by Nora Roberts

    Narrated by January LaVoy

    Why this book?

    January LaVoy's narration captures the same atmospheric tension and psychological depth that made *Hideaway* compelling, while Roberts delivers another intricate mystery with layered characters and mounting suspense. The nearly identical runtime suggests a similarly immersive listening experience with the same narrative pacing and richness you've come to expect.

    4.48 ABR Score (42.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.12 Goodreads (38.5K) ★ 4.66 Audible (3.6K)
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    Wounded cop Sloan fights twisted killers in Maryland's mountains while recovering from a convenience store shooting. January LaVoy captures the physical and emotional healing process with precision.

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    The Liar

    by Nora Roberts

    Narrated by January LaVoy

    Why this book?

    January LaVoy's compelling narration captures the same atmospheric tension and psychological depth that makes *Hideaway* so gripping, while *The Liar* delivers another intricate mystery with Roberts' signature blend of suspense and character-driven storytelling. The nearly identical runtime promises an equally immersive listening experience with the familiar vocal performance that brings Roberts' complex protagonists to life.

    4.40 ABR Score (71.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.08 Goodreads (53.7K) ★ 4.44 Audible (17.7K)
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    Shelby discovers her dead husband lived under multiple identities, leaving her bankrupt and questioning everything about their marriage as she flees to Tennessee with their daughter.

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    The Final Target

    by Nora Roberts

    Narrated by January LaVoy

    Why this book?

    January LaVoy's compelling narration brings the same atmospheric tension to *The Final Target* that made *Hideaway* so gripping, while Roberts delivers another intricate mystery with her signature blend of psychological suspense and clever plotting. The seamless listening experience and similar pacing will feel immediately familiar to devoted fans of the first audiobook.

    3.99 ABR Score (468 ratings)
    ★ 4.25 Goodreads (468)
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    Author Arden Bowie's eager fan transforms from harmless admirer to dangerous stalker as his obsession grows beyond control. LaVoy's narration builds tension as the line between appreciation and possession disappears completely.

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    Nightwork

    by Nora Roberts

    Narrated by Will Damron

    4.60 ABR Score (46.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.25 Goodreads (41.6K) ★ 4.74 Audible (4.6K)
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    Harry Booth perfected the art of high-end burglary until a job goes wrong and forces him to confront his past. Will Damron captures both Harry's criminal precision and his unexpected capacity for love.

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    The Witness

    by Nora Roberts

    Narrated by Julia Whelan

    Why this book?

    Nora Roberts delivers the same gripping mystery and atmospheric tension in *The Witness*, with another compelling female protagonist navigating danger and survival. Julia Whelan's narration matches January LaVoy's engaging storytelling style, making this 16-hour audiobook equally immersive for listeners seeking Roberts' signature blend of suspense and character depth.

    4.60 ABR Score (130.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.25 Goodreads (95.6K) ★ 4.56 Audible (34.4K)
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    Roberts explores how one traumatic night reshapes a young woman's entire existence, forcing her into witness protection and eventual self-discovery. Julia Whelan's nuanced performance captures both Elizabeth's vulnerability and growing strength.

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    Sanctuary

    by Nora Roberts

    Narrated by Sandra Burr

    4.21 ABR Score (27.8K ratings)
    ★ 3.98 Goodreads (24.9K) ★ 4.37 Audible (2.9K)
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    Photographer Jo Ellen returns to the Georgia island inn where her mother mysteriously vanished years earlier. Sandra Burr's narration captures the gothic atmosphere and family secrets of this romantic suspense.

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