Where to Start with Audiobooks Over 20 Hours
- Best place to start → A Promised Land
- Closest to 25 hours → Inside Story (22h 58m)
- Standalone — no series commitment → Grant
- Most popular → Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (Harry Potter #4)
- Hidden gem → Reckoning (The Beginning after the End #9)
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Inside Story
by Martin Amis
Narrated by Alex Jennings
★ 3.77 ABR Score (1.7K ratings)★ 3.99 Goodreads (1.7K) ★ 5 Audible (2)More about this pick
Amis's most personal novel emerges from the death of Christopher Hitchens, blending memoir with fiction in an epic examination of friendship and literary life.
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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
Harry Potter • Book 7
by J.K. Rowling
Narrated by Jim Dale
★ 5.00 ABR Score (4.3M ratings)★ 4.62 Goodreads (4.1M) ★ 4.96 Audible (150.8K)More about this pick
Bill Nighy and Anna Maxwell Martin join the stellar returning cast for Rowling's epic finale, where every character gets their heroic moment.
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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Harry Potter • Book 4
by J.K. Rowling
Narrated by Jim Dale
★ 5.00 ABR Score (4.4M ratings)★ 4.57 Goodreads (4.2M) ★ 4.94 Audible (125.6K)More about this pick
Jim Dale's performance transforms this darker turn into something almost unbearably gripping—his voices for the Triwizard Tournament's chaos and Voldemort's return will haunt you long after the 20+ hours end.
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The Butcher's Masquerade
Dungeon Crawler Carl • Book 5
Narrated by Jeff Hays
★ 4.88 ABR Score (135.3K ratings)★ 4.69 Goodreads (108.1K) ★ 4.94 Audible (27.2K)More about this pick
Carl and Princess Donut navigate a dinosaur-infested jungle floor while alien viewers vote on their survival. Hays captures the series' perfect blend of video game logic and genuine emotional stakes.
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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Harry Potter • Book 5
by J.K. Rowling, Mary GrandPré
Narrated by Jim Dale
★ 5.00 ABR Score (3.9M ratings)★ 4.5 Goodreads (3.8M) ★ 4.93 Audible (117.3K)More about this pick
Jim Dale transforms this sprawling fifth book into something transcendent—his voice work captures Harry's adolescent rage with such raw precision that the anger becomes contagious and impossible to look away from.
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This Inevitable Ruin
Dungeon Crawler Carl • Book 7
Narrated by Jeff Hays, Travis Baldree
★ 4.87 ABR Score (96.2K ratings)★ 4.68 Goodreads (74.1K) ★ 4.93 Audible (22.1K)More about this pick
Jeff Hays and Travis Baldree tackle the chaos of Faction Wars as Carl's team faces nine alien armies in a massive battle for the ninth floor's central castle.
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The Eye of the Bedlam Bride
Dungeon Crawler Carl • Book 6
Narrated by Jeff Hays, Patrick Warburton, Travis Baldree, Annie Ellicott
★ 4.83 ABR Score (110.3K ratings)★ 4.66 Goodreads (91.7K) ★ 4.92 Audible (18.5K)More about this pick
Chaos reigns on floor eight as Carl and friends face scattered challenges, forgotten gods, and an AI system falling apart. This ensemble cast including Patrick Warburton creates pure audio mayhem.
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Reckoning
The Beginning after the End • Book 9
by TurtleMe
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.64 ABR Score (7.2K ratings)★ 4.68 Goodreads (3.8K) ★ 4.92 Audible (3.4K)More about this pick
Arthur survives the Relictombs only to face something deadlier—Alacryan politics and false accusations. Book nine of this progression fantasy series, with Travis Baldree's signature excellent narration.
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The Primal Hunter 9: A LitRPG Adventure
The Primal Hunter • Book 9
by Zogarth
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.68 ABR Score (15.9K ratings)★ 4.61 Goodreads (9.0K) ★ 4.91 Audible (6.9K)More about this pick
Jake continues exploring the multiverse's challenges and opportunities, growing ever more powerful in this ninth installment. Baldree remains the gold standard for LitRPG narration.
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The Primal Hunter 12
The Primal Hunter • Book 12
by Zogarth
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.66 ABR Score (12.7K ratings)★ 4.6 Goodreads (6.9K) ★ 4.91 Audible (5.7K)More about this pick
Jake enters his final Challenge Dungeon as Nevermore approaches its climactic end, with gods themselves watching the outcome. Travis Baldree continues to excel with this series' complex system mechanics and character relationships.
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The Primal Hunter 13
The Primal Hunter • Book 13
by Zogarth
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.65 ABR Score (9.8K ratings)★ 4.6 Goodreads (5.4K) ★ 4.91 Audible (4.4K)More about this pick
Jake teams up with his space worm buddy Sandy for a lunar adventure before the galaxy-wide battle begins with the Prima Guardian's arrival. Travis Baldree's enthusiastic delivery matches the story's escalating cosmic stakes perfectly.
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Words of Radiance
The Stormlight Archive • Book 2
Narrated by Michael Kramer, Kate Reading
★ 4.96 ABR Score (587.5K ratings)★ 4.76 Goodreads (498.0K) ★ 4.9 Audible (89.5K)More about this pick
Kaladin leads the royal guard while Shallan seeks ancient secrets and Dalinar unites the war camps. Michael Kramer and Kate Reading handle Sanderson's massive cast and intricate magic systems flawlessly.
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Reverse
The Bittersweet Symphony Duet • Book 2
by Kate Stewart
Narrated by Joe Arden, Maxine Mitchell
★ 4.79 ABR Score (30.9K ratings)★ 4.63 Goodreads (29.0K) ★ 4.9 Audible (1.9K)More about this pick
Rock star romance continues with star-crossed lovers navigating a scandal spanning generations in this duet conclusion. Stewart explores how past secrets threaten to destroy a budding relationship in the music industry.
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The Gathering Storm
The Wheel of Time • Book 12
by Robert Jordan, Brandon Sanderson
Narrated by Michael Kramer, Kate Reading
★ 4.77 ABR Score (224.4K ratings)★ 4.44 Goodreads (178.7K) ★ 4.9 Audible (45.7K)More about this pick
Brandon Sanderson takes over Jordan's epic as Rand's madness deepens and Egwene fights to reunite the fractured White Tower before the Last Battle arrives.
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Rains of Liscor
The Wandering Inn • Book 7
by Pirateaba
Narrated by Andrea Parsneau
★ 4.61 ABR Score (8.0K ratings)★ 4.62 Goodreads (3.6K) ★ 4.9 Audible (4.4K)More about this pick
Spring floods transform Liscor's geography while bringing new monsters and dungeon dangers in this massive LitRPG installment. Parsneau's epic 34-hour performance maintains energy across the sprawling fantasy landscape.
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Mark of the Fool 6
Mark of the Fool • Book 6
by J.M. Clarke
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.60 ABR Score (8.9K ratings)★ 4.55 Goodreads (4.9K) ★ 4.9 Audible (4.0K)More about this pick
Alex must venture into Hell itself to uncover secrets about Thameland's deadly Cycle. Travis Baldree's performance has become synonymous with this beloved progression fantasy series.
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Crown
Unbound • Book 9
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.56 ABR Score (4.7K ratings)★ 4.67 Goodreads (2.6K) ★ 4.9 Audible (2.1K)More about this pick
Travis Baldree navigates Felix's desperate flight from dwarven pursuit while carrying stolen power and the devastating truth about his sister's dark transformation.
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Vault
Unbound • Book 8
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.54 ABR Score (4.7K ratings)★ 4.65 Goodreads (3.0K) ★ 4.9 Audible (1.7K)More about this pick
Felix stands on the brink of Master Tier ascension while his Stronghold grows into a thriving commercial city echoing with newfound prosperity. Travis Baldree's narration captures both the personal progression and the larger political implications of Felix's rising influence.
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Empire
Unbound • Book 10
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.52 ABR Score (3.8K ratings)★ 4.65 Goodreads (2.0K) ★ 4.9 Audible (1.8K)More about this pick
One god defeated, an entire pantheon remaining—Felix and his Unbound allies discover that victory only escalated the divine conflict to cosmic proportions.
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Azarinth Healer: Book Six
Azarinth Healer • Book 6
by Rhaegar, Portal Books
Narrated by Andrea Parsneau
★ 4.43 ABR Score (2.5K ratings)★ 4.58 Goodreads (1.5K) ★ 4.9 Audible (987)More about this pick
Ilea's post-eclipse adventures span from training students to herding literal cats, building toward bigger challenges. Andrea Parsneau's commanding voice captures both the protagonist's growing confidence and the series' blend of progression fantasy and humor.
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Light Bringer
Red Rising • Book 6
by Pierce Brown
Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds
★ 4.86 ABR Score (121.4K ratings)★ 4.77 Goodreads (110.6K) ★ 4.89 Audible (10.8K)More about this pick
The sixth Red Rising book finds Darrow scattered across the galaxy while his enemies close in, and Tim Gerard Reynolds continues to inhabit these characters like he created them himself.
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Towers of Midnight
The Wheel of Time • Book 13
by Robert Jordan, Brandon Sanderson
Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer
★ 4.77 ABR Score (211.0K ratings)★ 4.48 Goodreads (176.1K) ★ 4.89 Audible (34.9K)More about this pick
Perrin leads the Whitecloak trials while Mat prepares for the Last Battle in this penultimate Wheel of Time volume. Kate Reading and Michael Kramer have become the definitive voices of Jordan's world, handling dozens of characters with seamless consistency.
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Fallout
Expeditionary Force • Book 13
Narrated by R.C. Bray
★ 4.69 ABR Score (26.0K ratings)★ 4.52 Goodreads (7.2K) ★ 4.89 Audible (18.8K)More about this pick
R.C. Bray returns with his beloved portrayal of Joe and Skippy, continuing the Expeditionary Force saga that has captivated millions of listeners.
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Mark of the Fool 7
Mark of the Fool • Book 7
by J.M. Clarke
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.59 ABR Score (8.0K ratings)★ 4.59 Goodreads (4.5K) ★ 4.89 Audible (3.5K)More about this pick
Alex discovers ancient conspiracies about Thameland's cycle while planning to make himself too valuable for hidden priests to touch. Baldree's narration keeps the complex magical politics engaging across this epic-length installment.
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Tears of Liscor
The Wandering Inn • Book 9
by Pirateaba
Narrated by Andrea Parsneau
★ 4.59 ABR Score (5.8K ratings)★ 4.69 Goodreads (3.2K) ★ 4.89 Audible (2.6K)More about this pick
The Goblin Lord's army finally reaches Liscor and The Wandering Inn stands in their path. At 45+ hours, Andrea Parsneau's performance carries this massive installment with remarkable consistency.
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Azarinth Healer: Book Five
Azarinth Healer • Book 5
by Rhaegar
Narrated by Andrea Parsneau
★ 4.55 ABR Score (5.2K ratings)★ 4.64 Goodreads (3.4K) ★ 4.89 Audible (1.9K)More about this pick
After barely surviving the Descent, Ilea returns to establish the first Medic Sentinel training program, teaching battle-healers while pursuing her mysterious third Class. Andrea Parsneau continues her outstanding performance as the sardonic, powerful protagonist.
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The Titan of Baleros
The Wandering Inn • Book 11
by Pirateaba
Narrated by Andrea Parsneau
★ 4.54 ABR Score (5.2K ratings)★ 4.58 Goodreads (2.6K) ★ 4.89 Audible (2.6K)More about this pick
Andrea Parsneau guides listeners through nearly 41 hours of Wandering Inn epic, following adventurer growth and political upheaval across Izril's changing landscape.
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Hell's Wardens
The Wandering Inn • Book 14
by Pirateaba
Narrated by Andrea Parsneau
★ 4.53 ABR Score (4.1K ratings)★ 4.67 Goodreads (2.0K) ★ 4.89 Audible (2.2K)More about this pick
The Horns of Hammerad face magical pursuit while providing security for an ambitious road-building project past the Bloodfields. Andrea Parsneau returns to this beloved series with her trademark character work across the massive cast.
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Garden of Sanctuary
The Wandering Inn • Book 15
by Pirateaba
Narrated by Andrea Parsneau
★ 4.49 ABR Score (3.8K ratings)★ 4.58 Goodreads (1.6K) ★ 4.89 Audible (2.2K)More about this pick
Erin Solstice returns from her break with new skills and familiar chaos to the invention-filled city of Pallass, where wyverns and Named-rank adventurers create constant mayhem.
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Mark of the Fool 10
Mark of the Fool • Book 10
by J.M. Clarke
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.47 ABR Score (3.3K ratings)★ 4.59 Goodreads (1.9K) ★ 4.89 Audible (1.4K)More about this pick
Archwizard Alex Roth finally confronts Uldar's legacy and faces the Ravener in this epic climax to years of magical study and growth. Travis Baldree delivers another powerhouse performance for this beloved progression fantasy.
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Kingdom of Ash
Throne of Glass • Book 7
Narrated by Elizabeth Evans
★ 4.91 ABR Score (1.2M ratings)★ 4.71 Goodreads (1.1M) ★ 4.88 Audible (39.0K)More about this pick
Aelin endures torture in an iron coffin while her allies wage final war across multiple kingdoms in this explosive series finale.
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The Civil War: A Narrative, Vol. 3: Red River to Appomattox
The Civil War • Book 3
by Shelby Foote
Narrated by Grover Gardner
★ 4.69 ABR Score (9.2K ratings)★ 4.55 Goodreads (7.5K) ★ 4.88 Audible (1.7K)More about this pick
Grover Gardner's measured, authoritative narration transforms Foote's sprawling final volume into something genuinely immersive—58 hours that feel essential rather than exhausting as the Civil War's tragic conclusion unfolds.
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The Primal Hunter 6
The Primal Hunter • Book 6
by Zogarth
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.63 ABR Score (16.3K ratings)★ 4.54 Goodreads (10.8K) ★ 4.88 Audible (5.5K)More about this pick
Jake explores post-apocalyptic Earth, raiding termite hives and attending auctions between family visits. Travis Baldree continues his pitch-perfect performance, making even exposition feel conversational and engaging.
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Black Sand Baron
The Ripple System • Book 2
by Kyle Kirrin
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.59 ABR Score (10.2K ratings)★ 4.52 Goodreads (3.4K) ★ 4.88 Audible (6.8K)More about this pick
Ned's game-wide manhunt reaches fever pitch as he faces tens of thousands of religious zealots with only a squirrel-exploding bard for backup. Travis Baldree's performance captures both the absurdist humor and real stakes perfectly.
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Mark of the Fool 9
Mark of the Fool • Book 9
by J.M. Clarke
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.55 ABR Score (6.4K ratings)★ 4.56 Goodreads (3.4K) ★ 4.88 Audible (3.0K)More about this pick
Alex hits limitations with his Fool's Mark and must master powerful summoning arts to advance further. Travis Baldree's 20+ hour performance maintains energy through dense magical progression.
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Abyss
Unbound • Book 7
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.54 ABR Score (5.2K ratings)★ 4.64 Goodreads (3.4K) ★ 4.88 Audible (1.8K)More about this pick
Felix wields unwanted political power while ancient terrors surface in the reborn desert-turned-ocean. Travis Baldree's massive 28-hour performance navigates political intrigue and primordial threats.
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The Empress of Beasts
The Wandering Inn • Book 13
by Pirateaba
Narrated by Andrea Parsneau
★ 4.49 ABR Score (4.3K ratings)★ 4.53 Goodreads (2.1K) ★ 4.88 Audible (2.3K)More about this pick
Nsiia's empire awakens while dungeon creatures stir across continents in this sprawling fantasy epic. Andrea Parsneau handles the massive cast with her signature character work.
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System Clash
System Universe • Book 8
by SunriseCV
Narrated by Adam Verner
★ 4.48 ABR Score (3.6K ratings)★ 4.64 Goodreads (2.6K) ★ 4.88 Audible (1.1K)More about this pick
Derek balances protecting his companions in Cydaria with fulfilling a crucial favor for the ascended Alanah. Cross-continental adventures and crafting mechanics blend in this expansive installment.
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Ragnarok
I Bring the Fire • Book 6
by C. Gockel
Narrated by Barrie Kreinik
★ 4.02 ABR Score (1.3K ratings)★ 4.43 Goodreads (1.2K) ★ 4.88 Audible (60)More about this pick
Chaos incarnate Bohdi Patel just wants to survive on icy Jotunheim, but Loki's oath to burn Asgard complicates everything. Kreinik handles the mythological complexity with clear distinction between characters.
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Grant
by Ron Chernow
Narrated by Mark Bramhall
★ 4.77 ABR Score (58.4K ratings)★ 4.5 Goodreads (44.7K) ★ 4.87 Audible (13.8K)More about this pick
Chernow dismantles myths surrounding the Civil War general and president, revealing a complex figure who overcame failure to reshape American history.
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Lonesome Dove
Lonesome Dove • Book 1
by Larry McMurtry
Narrated by Will Patton
★ 4.69 ABR Score (251.4K ratings)★ 4.58 Goodreads (250.9K) ★ 4.87 Audible (537)More about this pick
Will Patton captures the epic cattle drive from Texas to Montana with voices that match McMurtry's unforgettable characters across the frontier.
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The Primal Hunter 4
The Primal Hunter • Book 4
by Zogarth
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.64 ABR Score (21.3K ratings)★ 4.52 Goodreads (12.5K) ★ 4.87 Audible (8.8K)More about this pick
Jake reaches D-grade power level and faces his greatest challenge yet: Earth's first World Congress and its political machinations. Travis Baldree captures Jake's reluctant participation in diplomacy while he'd rather be hunting bigger monsters.
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Churchill: Walking with Destiny
by Andrew Roberts
Narrated by Stephen Thorne
★ 4.62 ABR Score (16.3K ratings)★ 4.39 Goodreads (11.5K) ★ 4.87 Audible (4.8K)More about this pick
Roberts draws on private letters and cabinet meetings for this comprehensive Churchill portrait. At 50+ hours, Stephen Thorne's narration makes the massive biography surprisingly engaging.
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Expanse
Unbound • Book 6
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.53 ABR Score (5.5K ratings)★ 4.63 Goodreads (3.6K) ★ 4.87 Audible (1.9K)More about this pick
Felix establishes his Stronghold in the Foglands and claims the title of Autarch in this massive fantasy epic. Baldree's epic 30-hour performance captures both intimate character moments and sweeping magical battles.
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LastRock
The Immortal Great Souls • Book 3
by Phil Tucker
Narrated by Nick Podehl
★ 4.49 ABR Score (4.4K ratings)★ 4.63 Goodreads (3.2K) ★ 4.87 Audible (1.1K)More about this pick
Victorious Scorio spurns hell's recruiters to venture into the underworld's untold depths — Nick Podehl navigates 26 hours of hellish landscapes brilliantly.
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The Hedge Wizard 3: A LitRPG/GameLit Adventure
The Hedge Wizard • Book 3
by Alex Maher
Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds
★ 4.36 ABR Score (2.0K ratings)★ 4.67 Goodreads (1.5K) ★ 4.87 Audible (427)More about this pick
Scarred by the Remnant Realm, Hump returns to find monsters plaguing the region and Inquisitors questioning his bond with an unhatched dragon.
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A Promised Land
The Presidential Memoirs • Book 1
by Barack Obama
Narrated by Barack Obama
★ 4.78 ABR Score (335.9K ratings)★ 4.31 Goodreads (279.9K) ★ 4.86 Audible (56.0K)More about this pick
Obama chronicles his path from community organizer to president, including behind-the-scenes details of healthcare reform, the financial crisis, and daily White House life. Hearing his own reflective voice adds depth to already intimate political memoir, especially his honest assessments of leadership challenges.
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The Civil War: A Narrative, Vol. 2: Fredericksburg to Meridian
The Civil War • Book 2
by Shelby Foote
Narrated by Grover Gardner
★ 4.68 ABR Score (9.5K ratings)★ 4.53 Goodreads (7.7K) ★ 4.86 Audible (1.8K)More about this pick
Grover Gardner's measured, gravitas-laden performance transforms Foote's sprawling narrative into something you can't stop listening to—52 hours that feel necessary, not exhausting.
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Match Game
Expeditionary Force • Book 14
Narrated by R.C. Bray
★ 4.64 ABR Score (19.8K ratings)★ 4.5 Goodreads (6.6K) ★ 4.86 Audible (13.2K)More about this pick
For the first time, Skippy the Magnificent faces an AI opponent of equal power—and he might actually need those filthy monkeys' help. Bray's Skippy remains perfection.
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The Primal Hunter 10
The Primal Hunter • Book 10
by Zogarth
Narrated by Travis Baldree
★ 4.60 ABR Score (14.1K ratings)★ 4.54 Goodreads (8.2K) ★ 4.86 Audible (5.8K)More about this pick
Jake enters Nevermore, the multiverse's ultimate mega-dungeon, where newly evolved C-grades compete in the most prestigious and dangerous tournament imaginable. Twenty hours of Travis Baldree's expert narration makes this epic dungeon crawl absolutely addictive.
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