Where to Start with Audiobooks 10–20 Hours
- Best place to start → Becoming
- Closest to 15 hours → Helix (14h 36m)
- Most popular → The Hunger Games
- Hidden gem → Wintersteel (Cradle #8)
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Devoradores de estrelas
by Andy Weir, Natalie Gerhardt
Narrated by Rafael Maia
★ 4.21 ABR Score (1.3M ratings)★ 4.51 Goodreads (1.3M) ★ 5 Audible (12)More about this pick
Grace desperately searches for a solution to save Earth from star-consuming microorganisms in this Portuguese edition of Weir's thrilling space adventure.
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L'Ogive du Jugement dernier
Dungeon Crawler Carl • Book 2
by Matt Dinniman, Chloé Atangana
Narrated by Sylvain Agaësse
★ 4.06 ABR Score (209.9K ratings)★ 4.5 Goodreads (209.9K) ★ 5 Audible (1)More about this pick
Carl and Donut's apocalyptic gameshow survival gets even more absurd as they face permanent race and class selections that could change them forever.
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Undone
Vampire Awakenings • Book 5
Narrated by Meg Price
★ 3.99 ABR Score (2.1K ratings)★ 4.53 Goodreads (2.1K) ★ 5 Audible (3)More about this pick
Meg Price's narration transforms this vampire romance into something genuinely gripping—her performance captures both the raw desperation of a missing person case and the slow-burn intensity of two people fighting their connection.
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Enraptured
Vampire Awakenings • Book 4
Narrated by Meg Price
★ 3.98 ABR Score (2.5K ratings)★ 4.43 Goodreads (2.5K) ★ 5 Audible (4)More about this pick
Meg Price captures the tension between Ian and Paige with smoldering intensity, making their ideological collision as addictive as the vampire mythology itself.
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Flash Boys: A Wall Street Revolt
Narrated by Bruno Leut
★ 3.97 ABR Score (91.3K ratings)★ 4.14 Goodreads (91.3K) ★ 5 Audible (3)More about this pick
Lewis exposes how high-frequency trading rigs the stock market against ordinary investors, following the rogue traders who dared to fight back.
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Ravaged
Vampire Awakenings • Book 7
Narrated by Meg Price
★ 3.96 ABR Score (1.5K ratings)★ 4.56 Goodreads (1.5K) ★ 5 Audible (2)More about this pick
Meg Price's narration captures the raw vulnerability beneath Aiden's barely-contained darkness, making his slow surrender to hope feel genuinely earned rather than convenient.
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Unforeseen
Vampire Awakenings • Book 9
Narrated by Meg Price
★ 3.92 ABR Score (1.1K ratings)★ 4.53 Goodreads (1.1K) ★ 5 Audible (2)More about this pick
Meg Price's narration brings genuine tension to this vampire thriller, making the cat-and-mouse dynamic between Jack and Charlie crackle with chemistry and dread across nearly 11 hours.
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This Was a Man
The Clifton Chronicles • Book 7
Narrated by Alex Jennings
★ 3.90 ABR Score (34.1K ratings)★ 4.34 Goodreads (34.1K) ★ 5 Audible (1)More about this pick
Archer wraps his sprawling Clifton Chronicles with gunshots, political spies, and family secrets spanning decades. Alex Jennings navigates the complex web of characters with distinct voices for each generation.
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Boleyn Traitor
The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels • Book 11
Narrated by Gemma Whelan
★ 3.90 ABR Score (10.1K ratings)★ 4.18 Goodreads (10.1K) ★ 5 Audible (2)More about this pick
Jane Boleyn navigates the deadly shadows of Henry VIII's court, where secrets determine survival and whispers can doom queens. Gemma Whelan captures the tension and paranoia of Tudor court intrigue with nuanced skill.
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X Marks The Stalker
The Hemlock Society • Book 1
by K.N. Wilder
Narrated by Maxine Mitchell, Anthony Palmini
★ 3.87 ABR Score (3.0K ratings)★ 4.14 Goodreads (3.0K) ★ 5 Audible (1)More about this pick
Crime journalist Oakley Novak built her career exposing Boston's secrets until serial killer Xander Rhodes turns the tables and stalks her instead. Maxine Mitchell and Anthony Palmini capture the twisted dynamic where hunter becomes hunted, then something more complex.
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Stock Market Wizards: Interviews with America's Top Stock Traders
Market Wizards • Book 3
by Jack D. Schwager
Narrated by Michael Joss
★ 3.85 ABR Score (1.8K ratings)★ 4.28 Goodreads (1.8K) ★ 5 Audible (1)More about this pick
Jack Schwager interviews America's most successful stock traders during the dynamic bull market era. Michael Joss delivers these trading insights with clarity perfect for absorbing complex financial strategies.
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Pioneer Summer
Лето в пионерском галстуке • Book 1
by Elena Malisova, Katerina Silvanova, Anne O. Fisher
Narrated by Edoardo Ballerini
★ 3.83 ABR Score (5.0K ratings)★ 4.24 Goodreads (5.0K) ★ 5 Audible (1)More about this pick
This banned Russian bestseller follows two teenage boys falling in love at Soviet summer camp. The star-crossed romance that sparked international controversy and government crackdowns deserves its underground fame.
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Helix
Helix • Book 1
by Eric Brown
Narrated by Gideon Emery
★ 3.59 ABR Score (1.2K ratings)★ 3.6 Goodreads (1.2K) ★ 5 Audible (3)More about this pick
Crashed humans discover their ice planet is one of thousands spiraling around a central sun. Gideon Emery guides listeners through this vast cosmic structure filled with alien races and deadly perils.
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Last Rites
by Ozzy Osbourne
Narrated by Ian Danter
★ 4.55 ABR Score (7.8K ratings)★ 4.46 Goodreads (7.1K) ★ 4.95 Audible (732)More about this pick
Ozzy reflects on decades of chaos, addiction, and rock stardom with his trademark brutal honesty. Ian Danter's delivery captures the raw, unfiltered voice that made the Prince of Darkness a legend.
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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Harry Potter • Book 3
by J.K. Rowling
Narrated by Jim Dale
★ 5.00 ABR Score (5.0M ratings)★ 4.58 Goodreads (4.9M) ★ 4.94 Audible (130.7K)More about this pick
Jim Dale's narration transforms this into the series' emotional turning point, giving each character distinct life while building genuine dread alongside the mystery. His performance alone justifies the nearly 12-hour listen.
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The Adversary
The Tier One Thrillers • Book 9
by Brian Andrews, Jeffrey Wilson
Narrated by Ray Porter
★ 4.62 ABR Score (2.7K ratings)★ 4.73 Goodreads (1.0K) ★ 4.92 Audible (1.7K)More about this pick
John Dempsey faces uncertainty as a new president investigates his predecessor's assassination and Task Force Ember lacks direction. Porter captures the paranormal elements creeping into military thriller territory.
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Truestrike's Treachery
Binding Words • Book 10
Narrated by Andrea Parsneau
★ 4.34 ABR Score (1.9K ratings)★ 4.65 Goodreads (1.6K) ★ 4.92 Audible (284)More about this pick
Sean works to dismantle Lord Truestrike's power base while Hallie builds noble alliances, setting up their final confrontation in this tenth Binding Words installment.
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The Choice: Embrace the Possible
by Edith Eger, Edith Eva Eger
Narrated by Tovah Feldshuh
★ 4.82 ABR Score (138.9K ratings)★ 4.57 Goodreads (132.9K) ★ 4.91 Audible (6.0K)More about this pick
Holocaust survivor Edith Eger's journey from Auschwitz prisoner forced to dance for Mengele to renowned psychologist becomes profoundly intimate through Tovah Feldshuh's compassionate narration.
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The Gate of the Feral Gods
Dungeon Crawler Carl • Book 4
Narrated by Jeff Hays
★ 4.79 ABR Score (150.1K ratings)★ 4.55 Goodreads (125.6K) ★ 4.91 Audible (24.5K)More about this pick
Carl and Princess Donut face floating gnome fortresses and haunted crypts in their deadliest floor yet. Jeff Hays continues his exceptional character work, especially with Princess Donut's regal cat attitude amid apocalyptic absurdity.
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Reaper
Cradle • Book 10
by Will Wight
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.76 ABR Score (40.8K ratings)★ 4.66 Goodreads (30.0K) ★ 4.91 Audible (10.8K)More about this pick
Lindon finally returns to Sacred Valley as a powerhouse, but his real challenges lie in ancient labyrinths and cosmic wars beyond mortal comprehension. Travis Baldree captures both the triumph and the mounting dread perfectly.
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Dreadgod
Cradle • Book 11
by Will Wight
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.74 ABR Score (37.5K ratings)★ 4.62 Goodreads (27.0K) ★ 4.91 Audible (10.5K)More about this pick
With enemies circling and ancient monsters rampaging, Lindon must survive political schemes while four Dreadgods terrorize the world. Baldree captures every epic confrontation with perfect energy.
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Waybound
Cradle • Book 12
by Will Wight
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.71 ABR Score (29.7K ratings)★ 4.62 Goodreads (23.6K) ★ 4.91 Audible (6.1K)More about this pick
Travis Baldree concludes the beloved Cradle series as Lindon, once powerless, now faces Monarchs and Dreadgods in a battle for Cradle's very survival.
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The Hard Line
Gray Man • Book 15
by Mark Greaney
Narrated by Jay Snyder
★ 4.70 ABR Score (4.5K ratings)★ 4.68 Goodreads (2.6K) ★ 4.91 Audible (1.9K)More about this pick
Court Gentry discovers he's become the target instead of the hunter in this role-reversal thriller. Snyder's controlled performance captures the Gray Man's realization that family loyalty cuts both ways.
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The Primal Hunter 8
The Primal Hunter • Book 8
by Zogarth
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.67 ABR Score (16.4K ratings)★ 4.57 Goodreads (9.4K) ★ 4.91 Audible (7.0K)More about this pick
Jake's emergency return to Earth after his alchemy training interruption creates chaos when another Chosen invades with unfair tactics. Travis Baldree captures Jake's frustration perfectly as political balance crumbles around him.
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Beware of Chicken 3: A Xianxia Cultivation Novel
Beware of Chicken • Book 3
by CasualFarmer
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.66 ABR Score (10.5K ratings)★ 4.65 Goodreads (6.5K) ★ 4.91 Audible (4.1K)More about this pick
Jin Rou wanted to be a powerful cultivator, but death landed his soul in a farmer's body who prefers rice paddies to martial arts glory. Travis Baldree's performance perfectly captures this cultivation comedy's blend of humor and heart.
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Think and Grow Rich: A Black Choice: A Guide to Success for Black Americans
by Dennis Kimbro, Napoleon Hill
Narrated by J.D. Jackson
★ 4.65 ABR Score (389.2K ratings)★ 4.16 Goodreads (386.8K) ★ 4.91 Audible (2.4K)More about this pick
Kimbro adapts Hill's success principles through profiles of Black achievers like Oprah Winfrey and Spike Lee. J.D. Jackson's powerful narration emphasizes how these entrepreneurs overcame additional systemic barriers to build wealth.
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Whistleblower
The Senator's Wife • Book 3
by Jen Lyon
Narrated by Abby Craden
★ 4.59 ABR Score (4.3K ratings)★ 4.65 Goodreads (3.7K) ★ 4.91 Audible (583)More about this pick
Soccer star Alex's career flourishes while Catharine battles public divorce fallout during Carlton's primary campaign, finding solace only in their secret relationship. High-stakes romance where love faces political pressure and media scrutiny.
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Emperor's End
The Ripple System • Book 5
by Kyle Kirrin
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.50 ABR Score (3.5K ratings)★ 4.6 Goodreads (1.3K) ★ 4.91 Audible (2.3K)More about this pick
The red cathedral's final wing opens as Ned faces foes capable of ending the world, with the ultimate prize being the power to reshape reality itself. Travis Baldree's performance captures the epic stakes perfectly.
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One Last Rainy Day: The Legacy of a Prince
Ravenhood Legacy • Book 1
by Kate Stewart
Narrated by Joe Arden, Maxine Mitchell
★ 4.81 ABR Score (59.6K ratings)★ 4.53 Goodreads (55.7K) ★ 4.9 Audible (3.9K)More about this pick
Arden and Mitchell's dual narration weaves romance and suspense as Dominic's dark secrets threaten the love story that will define the next generation of the Ravenhood.
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Rare WITH THE OLD BREED by E.B. Sledge -1st/1st HCDJ 1981 - Peleliu & Okinawa marines unknown
by Unknown .
Narrated by Marc Vietor, Joe Mazzello, Tom Hanks (introduction)
★ 4.79 ABR Score (60.1K ratings)★ 4.5 Goodreads (48.6K) ★ 4.9 Audible (11.5K)More about this pick
Sledge's unflinching memoir of fighting as a Marine mortarman in the Pacific's bloodiest battles strips away war's heroic mythology. Tom Hanks introduces this harrowing firsthand account.
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Never Finished: Unshackle Your Mind and Win the War Within
by David Goggins
Narrated by David Goggins, Adam Skolnick, Jacqueline Gardner
★ 4.78 ABR Score (80.2K ratings)★ 4.39 Goodreads (48.0K) ★ 4.9 Audible (32.2K)More about this pick
Goggins continues his brutal honesty about mental toughness, sharing strategies from his 'Mental Lab' for pushing past perceived limitations and comfortable mediocrity.
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The Autobiography of Malcolm X
by Malcolm X, Alex Haley
Narrated by Laurence Fishburne
★ 4.78 ABR Score (307.2K ratings)★ 4.37 Goodreads (293.7K) ★ 4.9 Audible (13.5K)More about this pick
Malcolm X chronicles his transformation from street hustler to Black nationalist leader to human rights advocate seeking racial understanding. Laurence Fishburne's powerful delivery honors Malcolm's evolving voice across each phase of his remarkable journey.
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Wintersteel
Cradle • Book 8
by Will Wight
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.77 ABR Score (44.3K ratings)★ 4.68 Goodreads (33.0K) ★ 4.9 Audible (11.3K)More about this pick
The Uncrowned King tournament reaches its climax while a Dreadgod stirs in the distance, and Travis Baldree's performance captures every moment of high-stakes magical combat and political maneuvering.
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The Dungeon Anarchist's Cookbook
Dungeon Crawler Carl • Book 3
Narrated by Jeff Hays, The Critical Drinker
★ 4.75 ABR Score (182.0K ratings)★ 4.43 Goodreads (152.4K) ★ 4.9 Audible (29.6K)More about this pick
Carl and Princess Donut face the impossibly twisted Iron Tangle subway system where up is down and logic doesn't apply. Jeff Hays and The Critical Drinker's dynamic narration perfectly captures this series' blend of absurd humor and genuine stakes.
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Sons of Valor II: Violence of Action
Sons of Valor • Book 2
by Brian Andrews, Jeffrey Wilson
Narrated by Ray Porter
★ 4.73 ABR Score (7.2K ratings)★ 4.6 Goodreads (2.2K) ★ 4.9 Audible (5.0K)More about this pick
Tier One Navy SEALs hunt the legendary Lion of Ramadi sniper who's targeting American operators with deadly precision. Ray Porter's military thriller narration captures the tactical intensity and brotherhood among these elite warriors.
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He Who Fights With Monsters 7
He Who Fights with Monsters • Book 7
by Shirtaloon, Travis Deverell
Narrated by Heath Miller
★ 4.73 ABR Score (42.9K ratings)★ 4.54 Goodreads (19.5K) ★ 4.9 Audible (23.4K)More about this pick
Jason arrives at a kingdom under siege but discovers he's not the chosen savior—Heath Miller captures his bemused relief at finally getting a break from world-saving duty.
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Just as I Am
by Cicely Tyson, Michelle Burford
Narrated by Cicely Tyson, Viola Davis, Robin Miles
★ 4.72 ABR Score (18.4K ratings)★ 4.51 Goodreads (11.6K) ★ 4.9 Audible (6.7K)More about this pick
Cicely Tyson narrates her own extraordinary journey from shy church girl to groundbreaking actress spanning six decades. Viola Davis and Robin Miles contribute additional voices to this intimate memoir.
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If I Don't Ask
Ask, Tell • Book 4
by E.J. Noyes
Narrated by Abby Craden
★ 4.54 ABR Score (2.7K ratings)★ 4.59 Goodreads (1.8K) ★ 4.9 Audible (878)More about this pick
Abby Craden captures every suppressed longing as Rebecca's armor cracks under forbidden desire and military duty. It's absolutely devastating.
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The Greatest Game Ever Played
by Mark Frost
Narrated by Robertson Dean
★ 4.50 ABR Score (4.5K ratings)★ 4.51 Goodreads (3.7K) ★ 4.9 Audible (784)More about this pick
Robertson Dean's measured cadence perfectly captures the quiet dignity of early golf and the men who shaped it, turning what could be dry sports history into genuine human drama.
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Becoming
by Michelle Obama
Narrated by Michelle Obama
★ 4.95 ABR Score (1.4M ratings)★ 4.43 Goodreads (1.2M) ★ 4.89 Audible (183.2K)More about this pick
Michelle Obama reading her own memoir creates an intimate conversation about her path from Chicago's South Side to the White House and beyond.
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The Hunger Games
The Hunger Games • Book 1
by Suzanne Collins
Narrated by Tatiana Maslany
★ 4.89 ABR Score (10.0M ratings)★ 4.35 Goodreads (10.0M) ★ 4.89 Audible (16.9K)More about this pick
Collins' brutal dystopia gets the perfect voice in Tatiana Maslany, whose Katniss balances teenage vulnerability with steely determination.
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Theo of Golden
by Allen Levi
Narrated by David Morse
★ 4.85 ABR Score (178.8K ratings)★ 4.57 Goodreads (168.5K) ★ 4.89 Audible (10.3K)More about this pick
A mysterious stranger buys pencil portraits in a small Southern town, with David Morse's weathered voice adding layers of intrigue to every encounter.
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Carl's Doomsday Scenario
Dungeon Crawler Carl • Book 2
Narrated by Jeff Hays
★ 4.78 ABR Score (217.5K ratings)★ 4.51 Goodreads (187.5K) ★ 4.89 Audible (30.0K)More about this pick
Carl and his magic cat Princess Donut navigate the second level of an alien game show designed to kill humans for entertainment. Jeff Hays perfectly captures the absurd humor of this death-trap RPG scenario.
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In Her Own League
Windy City Series
by Liz Tomforde
Narrated by Samantha Brentmoor, Jason Clarke
★ 4.70 ABR Score (46.1K ratings)★ 4.51 Goodreads (45.0K) ★ 4.89 Audible (1.2K)More about this pick
Baseball's first female team owner faces constant scrutiny while fighting her attraction to the star pitcher who could derail her carefully planned career.
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The Primal Hunter 7: A LitRPG Adventure
The Primal Hunter • Book 7
by Zogarth
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.65 ABR Score (16.2K ratings)★ 4.57 Goodreads (10.2K) ★ 4.89 Audible (6.0K)More about this pick
Jake navigates the political minefield of the Order of the Malefic Viper while hiding his identity as the Chosen and trying to master alchemy. Travis Baldree continues his excellent work with this beloved series.
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Mark of the Fool 5
Mark of the Fool • Book 5
by J.M. Clarke
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.60 ABR Score (9.6K ratings)★ 4.55 Goodreads (5.6K) ★ 4.89 Audible (4.0K)More about this pick
Alex ventures into the ancient Crymlyn swamp seeking answers about his Ravener pursuers, accompanied by wizards and the Heroes in this progression fantasy. Baldree continues to excel with Alex's character development, especially during high-stakes magical encounters.
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Inked Babies
Inked Brotherhood • Book 6
by Jo Raven
Narrated by Tad Branson, Abby Craden, Ava Erickson, Teddy Hamilton, Anna Riordan, Sebastian York, Erin Mallon, Joe Arden, Samantha Cook
★ 4.40 ABR Score (2.0K ratings)★ 4.44 Goodreads (1.6K) ★ 4.89 Audible (477)More about this pick
The Inked Brotherhood gets their happily-ever-after with weddings and babies, while one last brother needs saving from his demons. A huge cast captures every couple's voice.
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The Two Towers
Middle-earth • Book 3
Narrated by Rob Inglis
★ 4.83 ABR Score (1.2M ratings)★ 4.5 Goodreads (1.1M) ★ 4.88 Audible (50.1K)More about this pick
Rob Inglis's complete performance captures every voice from Gollum's hissing to Treebeard's ancient wisdom across this 16-hour journey through Middle-earth's darkening war.
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Skin Game
The Dresden Files • Book 15
by Jim Butcher
Narrated by James Marsters
★ 4.77 ABR Score (124.5K ratings)★ 4.56 Goodreads (93.2K) ★ 4.88 Audible (31.3K)More about this pick
The Winter Queen forces Harry Dresden to help his worst enemies rob the supernatural equivalent of Fort Knox in this heist-story installment. James Marsters returns with another pitch-perfect performance, capturing both Harry's reluctance and his grudging professionalism.
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Turn Coat
The Dresden Files • Book 11
by Jim Butcher
Narrated by James Marsters
★ 4.72 ABR Score (139.7K ratings)★ 4.44 Goodreads (112.9K) ★ 4.88 Audible (26.9K)More about this pick
James Marsters returns as Dresden faces his most personal case when Warden Morgan—his former enemy—seeks help clearing his name of treason charges against the White Council.
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