Best Found Family Fantasy Audiobooks

The highest-rated fantasy audiobooks featuring found family, ranked by listeners. Browse 50 titles.

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The best fantasy audiobooks featuring the found family trope, ranked by listener and reader ratings from Audible and Goodreads.

Found Family shows up across many genres, but it plays out differently in fantasy — these are the highest-rated examples.

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    The Hobbit

    The Lord of the Rings

    by J. R. R. Tolkien

    Narrated by Andy Serkis

    4.83 ABR Score (4.5M ratings)
    ★ 4.3 Goodreads (4.5M) ★ 4.92 Audible (28.7K)
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    Andy Serkis transforms this into a masterclass in voice acting, giving each character such distinct presence that you forget you're listening to one narrator. It's the definitive audio experience of Middle-earth's greatest gateway story.

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    The Gate of the Feral Gods

    Dungeon Crawler Carl • Book 4

    by Matt Dinniman

    Narrated by Jeff Hays

    4.82 ABR Score (150.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.55 Goodreads (125.6K) ★ 4.91 Audible (24.5K)
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    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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    House of Earth and Blood

    Crescent City • Book 1

    by Sarah J. Maas

    Narrated by Elizabeth Evans

    4.79 ABR Score (1.2M ratings)
    ★ 4.45 Goodreads (1.2M) ★ 4.76 Audible (41.7K)
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    Elizabeth Evans navigates Bryce's grief and Hunt's dark past in this urban fantasy murder mystery set among angels, fae, and half-human party girls.

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    House of Sky and Breath

    Crescent City • Book 2

    by Sarah J. Maas

    Narrated by Elizabeth Evans

    4.79 ABR Score (874.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.42 Goodreads (845.5K) ★ 4.82 Audible (29.2K)
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    Bryce and Hunt face the Asteri's growing power while rebels chip away at their empire across worlds. Elizabeth Evans continues her stellar performance through this sprawling urban fantasy sequel.

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    Crooked Kingdom

    Six of Crows • Book 2

    by Leigh Bardugo

    Narrated by Roger Clark, Jay Snyder, Elizabeth Evans, Fred Berman, Brandon Rubin, Kevin T. Collins, Lauren Fortgang, Peter Ganim

    4.77 ABR Score (797.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.57 Goodreads (779.9K) ★ 4.73 Audible (18.0K)
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    Kaz and his Dregs crew fight for survival in Ketterdam after their Ice Court heist goes sideways. The full ensemble cast returns to handle this action-packed conclusion to the Six of Crows duology.

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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

    4.76 ABR Score (42.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.54 Goodreads (19.5K) ★ 4.9 Audible (23.4K)
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    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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    Dead Beat

    The Dresden Files • Book 7

    by Jim Butcher

    Narrated by James Marsters

    4.76 ABR Score (164.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.41 Goodreads (135.4K) ★ 4.86 Audible (29.3K)
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    Wizard detective Harry Dresden faces necromancers trying to achieve immortality on Halloween night in Chicago. Marsters continues to own the role, balancing Dresden's wisecracks with genuine terror as zombies rise and gods awaken.

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    Waybound

    Cradle • Book 12

    by Will Wight

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.74 ABR Score (29.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.62 Goodreads (23.6K) ★ 4.91 Audible (6.1K)
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    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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    He Who Fights With Monsters 8

    He Who Fights with Monsters • Book 8

    by Shirtaloon, Travis Deverell

    Narrated by Heath Miller

    4.70 ABR Score (36.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.48 Goodreads (17.7K) ★ 4.84 Audible (18.5K)
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    Jason's reunion with friends and return to adventuring gets complicated when lurking enemies finally step into the light, with Heath Miller handling the expanding cast and escalating stakes.

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    Beware of Chicken 3: A Xianxia Cultivation Novel

    Beware of Chicken • Book 3

    by CasualFarmer

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.69 ABR Score (10.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.65 Goodreads (6.5K) ★ 4.91 Audible (4.1K)
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    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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    The Primal Hunter 3

    The Primal Hunter • Book 3

    by Zogarth

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.69 ABR Score (22.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.51 Goodreads (13.2K) ★ 4.87 Audible (9.2K)
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    Jake's evolution into a winged apex predator gets the full Travis Baldree treatment, turning monster hunts into pure listening pleasure with perfect comedic timing.

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    He Who Fights with Monsters 9

    He Who Fights with Monsters • Book 9

    by Shirtaloon, Travis Deverell

    Narrated by Heath Miller

    4.68 ABR Score (27.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.51 Goodreads (16.3K) ★ 4.83 Audible (11.2K)
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    Jason finally escapes world-changing politics to return to adventuring, but not before leaving Rimaros with a memorable political statement. Heath Miller continues to nail Jason's irreverent voice through 28 hours of entertainment.

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    The House in the Cerulean Sea

    Cerulean Chronicles • Book 1

    by T.J. Klune

    Narrated by Daniel Henning

    4.67 ABR Score (1.0M ratings)
    ★ 4.36 Goodreads (1.0M) ★ 4.65 Audible (21.9K)
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    Defiance of the Fall 3

    Defiance of the Fall • Book 3

    by TheFirstDefier, J.F. Brink

    Narrated by Pavi Proczko

    4.66 ABR Score (20.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.49 Goodreads (11.2K) ★ 4.85 Audible (8.8K)
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    After rescuing his sister from the Dead Zone, Zac joins the Limited Hunt to gain strength for protecting Earth from ancient foes and foreign factions.

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    Six of Crows

    Six of Crows • Book 1

    by Leigh Bardugo

    Narrated by Jay Snyder, Brandon Rubin, Fred Berman, Lauren Fortgang, Roger Clark, Elizabeth Evans, Tristan Morris

    4.66 ABR Score (1.2M ratings)
    ★ 4.46 Goodreads (1.2M) ★ 4.55 Audible (22.8K)
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    Criminal mastermind Kaz Brekker assembles a crew for an impossible heist in this fantasy Ocean's Eleven, brought to life by a full cast capturing each character's distinct voice.

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    He Who Fights with Monsters 10

    He Who Fights with Monsters • Book 10

    by Shirtaloon

    Narrated by Heath Miller

    4.66 ABR Score (29.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.49 Goodreads (14.8K) ★ 4.78 Audible (14.3K)
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    After devastating Yaresh in battle, Jason deals with unwelcome attention from allies and enemies while exploring dangerous underground powers with unexpected consequences.

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    Brief Cases

    The Dresden Files #15.6 • Book 15

    by Jim Butcher

    Narrated by James Marsters, Jim Butcher, Cassandra Campbell, Julia Whelan, Oliver Wyman

    4.65 ABR Score (36.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.4 Goodreads (23.9K) ★ 4.82 Audible (12.2K)
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    Dresden Files short stories get the full treatment with James Marsters returning as Harry Dresden alongside a rotating cast including Jim Butcher himself.

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    Beware of Chicken: A Xianxia Cultivation Novel

    Beware of Chicken • Book 1

    by CasualFarmer

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.65 ABR Score (22.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.47 Goodreads (13.9K) ★ 4.82 Audible (8.6K)
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    A reincarnated cultivator ditches the typical path of violence and power-seeking to become a peaceful farmer instead—hilarious chaos ensues. Travis Baldree's warm, comedic timing perfectly captures the slice-of-life humor and unexpected wisdom.

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    Mark of the Fool 5

    Mark of the Fool • Book 5

    by J.M. Clarke

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.64 ABR Score (9.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.55 Goodreads (5.6K) ★ 4.89 Audible (4.0K)
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    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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    Defiance of the Fall 4: A LitRPG Adventure

    Defiance of the Fall • Book 4

    by TheFirstDefier, Pavi Proczko, J.F. Brink

    Narrated by Pavi Proczko

    4.64 ABR Score (18.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.47 Goodreads (10.5K) ★ 4.83 Audible (8.4K)
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    Zac's forces finally locate the treasure-laden Underworld while undead armies close in from all sides. Pavi Proczko handles the expanding cast and escalating stakes with practiced ease.

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    Mark of the Fool 6

    Mark of the Fool • Book 6

    by J.M. Clarke

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.64 ABR Score (8.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.55 Goodreads (4.9K) ★ 4.9 Audible (4.0K)
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    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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    Regicide

    The Completionist Chronicles • Book 2

    by Dakota Krout

    Narrated by Vikas Adam

    4.64 ABR Score (23.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.44 Goodreads (11.7K) ★ 4.81 Audible (11.7K)
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    Joe's reputation as an unhinged player who sacrifices allies creates guild drama beyond typical LitRPG mechanics. Vikas Adam captures both the gaming excitement and interpersonal tensions.

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    Black Sand Baron

    The Ripple System • Book 2

    by Kyle Kirrin

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.64 ABR Score (10.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.52 Goodreads (3.4K) ★ 4.88 Audible (6.8K)
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    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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    The Last Light

    The Wandering Inn • Book 5

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.64 ABR Score (9.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.58 Goodreads (4.4K) ★ 4.85 Audible (5.2K)
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    Princess Lyonette has been solving problems at the Wandering Inn, but what happens when the actual innkeeper returns from her adventures? Parsneau handles the massive cast and political complexity across this epic-length volume.

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    Mark of the Fool 7

    Mark of the Fool • Book 7

    by J.M. Clarke

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.63 ABR Score (8.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.59 Goodreads (4.5K) ★ 4.89 Audible (3.5K)
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    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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    The Sandman: Act III

    Sandman Audible Original • Book 3

    by Dirk Maggs

    Narrated by Neil Gaiman, James McAvoy, K.J. Apa, Kat Dennings, Shruti Haasan, David Harewood, Regé-Jean Page, Kristen Schaal, Wil Wheaton

    4.63 ABR Score (15.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.47 Goodreads (5.8K) ★ 4.83 Audible (9.8K)
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    James McAvoy guides Morpheus through family reconciliation and cosmic consequences as he visits son Orpheus and searches for estranged brother Destruction, with Gaiman himself weaving the narrative threads together.

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    A Court of Silver Flames (Part 1 of 2)

    A Court of Thorns and Roses [Dramatized Adaptation] #4, Part 1 • Book 5

    by Sarah J. Maas, Colleen Delany, Natalie Van Sistine, Jon Vertullo, Aure Nash, Anthony Palmini, Melody Muze, Renee Dorian, Shawn K. Jain

    Narrated by Colleen Delany, Shawn K. Jain, Wyn Delano, Natalie Van Sistine, Jon Vertullo, Aure Nash, Renee Dorian, Anthony Palmini, Melody Muze, Nora Achrati, Matthew Bassett

    4.63 ABR Score (13.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.66 Goodreads (11.6K) ★ 4.85 Audible (1.4K)
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    Nesta's post-trauma journey toward healing and power gets the full dramatized treatment with multiple voice actors. The ensemble cast captures the emotional complexity of her relationships with family and friends.

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    The Land: Alliances 2: A LitRPG Saga (Chaos Seeds)

    Chaos Seeds • Book 3

    by Aleron Kong

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.63 ABR Score (39.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.32 Goodreads (14.3K) ★ 4.79 Audible (24.9K)
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    Richter faces carnies, bugbears, and political scheming while building his settlement in this game-world adventure filled with stats, leveling, and strategic combat. Nick Podehl brings energy to Kong's irreverent take on fantasy gaming.

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    The General of Izril

    The Wandering Inn • Book 6

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.62 ABR Score (8.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.59 Goodreads (3.9K) ★ 4.85 Audible (4.5K)
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    Epic fantasy sprawl featuring Erin Solstice navigating Goblin politics while Liscor faces an approaching Goblin Lord, with Andrea Parsneau handling the massive cast brilliantly.

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    Beware of Chicken 2: A Xianxia Cultivation Novel

    Beware of Chicken • Book 2

    by CasualFarmer

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.61 ABR Score (11.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.54 Goodreads (8.1K) ★ 4.82 Audible (3.8K)
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    Jin Rou abandons traditional cultivation for farming, creating the most unexpectedly heartwarming martial arts story ever written. Travis Baldree's performance captures every bit of the slice-of-life charm.

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    Mark of the Fool 4

    Mark of the Fool • Book 4

    by J.M. Clarke

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.61 ABR Score (9.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.51 Goodreads (5.9K) ★ 4.86 Audible (3.8K)
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    Alex Roth returns to chaos-torn Thameland seeking answers about the Ravener's mysteries. Travis Baldree's narration captures both the magical university expedition excitement and the looming supernatural dread.

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    Wundersmith: The Calling of Morrigan Crow

    Nevermoor • Book 2

    by Jessica Townsend

    Narrated by Gemma Whelan

    4.61 ABR Score (44.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.47 Goodreads (42.6K) ★ 4.85 Audible (1.8K)
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    Fae and Fare

    The Wandering Inn • Book 2

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.61 ABR Score (17.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.48 Goodreads (9.1K) ★ 4.77 Audible (8.1K)
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    The Becoming

    The Dragon Heart Legacy • Book 2

    by Nora Roberts

    Narrated by Barrie Kreinik

    4.60 ABR Score (59.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.3 Goodreads (51.0K) ★ 4.79 Audible (8.0K)
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    Crown

    Unbound • Book 9

    by Nicoli Gonnella

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.60 ABR Score (4.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.67 Goodreads (2.6K) ★ 4.9 Audible (2.1K)
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    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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    Mark of the Fool 9

    Mark of the Fool • Book 9

    by J.M. Clarke

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.59 ABR Score (6.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.56 Goodreads (3.4K) ★ 4.88 Audible (3.0K)
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    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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    Azarinth Healer: Book Five

    Azarinth Healer • Book 5

    by Rhaegar

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.59 ABR Score (5.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.64 Goodreads (3.4K) ★ 4.89 Audible (1.9K)
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    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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    Hunted

    The Iron Druid Chronicles • Book 6

    by Kevin Hearne

    Narrated by Luke Daniels

    4.59 ABR Score (53.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.29 Goodreads (39.8K) ★ 4.73 Audible (13.6K)
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    Atticus flees across Europe pursued by two angry goddesses of the hunt, with only his wit and wolfhound for protection. Luke Daniels captures both the comedy and genuine danger of this mythological chase.

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    The Titan of Baleros

    The Wandering Inn • Book 11

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.58 ABR Score (5.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.58 Goodreads (2.6K) ★ 4.89 Audible (2.6K)
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    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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    Divergence

    The Beginning After the End • Book 7

    by TurtleMe

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.57 ABR Score (9.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.48 Goodreads (5.3K) ★ 4.8 Audible (3.9K)
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    Travis Baldree's narration elevates this sprawling series installment into something genuinely gripping—his command of multiple voices and pacing keeps the high-stakes plotting lean despite 15 hours of runtime.

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    The Graveyard Book

    by Neil Gaiman, Dave McKean

    Narrated by Neil Gaiman

    4.57 ABR Score (585.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.15 Goodreads (567.6K) ★ 4.64 Audible (18.0K)
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    Nobody Owens grows up in a graveyard, raised by ghosts after his family's murder, learning the ways of both the living and the dead. Neil Gaiman reading his own dark fairy tale adds layers of warmth to this ghostly coming-of-age story.

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    Shattered

    The Iron Druid Chronicles • Book 7

    by Kevin Hearne

    Narrated by Luke Daniels

    4.56 ABR Score (45.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.28 Goodreads (32.6K) ★ 4.71 Audible (13.1K)
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    Druid Atticus O'Sullivan finally has company after two millennia alone, and Luke Daniels captures the dynamic between mentor and apprentices as hostile deities continue their ancient pursuit.

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    Empire

    Unbound • Book 10

    by Nicoli Gonnella

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.56 ABR Score (3.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.65 Goodreads (2.0K) ★ 4.9 Audible (1.8K)
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    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 Three

    Azarinth Healer • Book 3

    by Rhaegar

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.56 ABR Score (7.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.53 Goodreads (5.0K) ★ 4.81 Audible (2.5K)
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    Ilea returns to Ravenhall after the demon invasion only to find a friend in danger — Parsneau's energetic performance captures nearly thirty hours of LitRPG action and character growth.

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    Beware of Chicken 4: A Xianxia Cultivation Novel

    Beware of Chicken • Book 4

    by CasualFarmer

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.56 ABR Score (7.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.49 Goodreads (4.5K) ★ 4.82 Audible (3.0K)
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    Jin's peaceful farming life gets disrupted by cultivation politics in this genre-bending comedy that shouldn't work but absolutely does. Travis Baldree's performance makes every ridiculous moment feel completely sincere and earned.

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    Mark of the Fool 8

    Mark of the Fool • Book 8

    by J.M. Clarke

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.56 ABR Score (6.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.49 Goodreads (3.8K) ★ 4.84 Audible (2.8K)
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    Travis Baldree captures every twist as Alex Roth unravels the lies about Thameland's cycle while hunting hidden priests and facing the First Apostle's deadly plans.

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    All the Skills 4: A Deck-Building LitRPG

    All the Skills • Book 4

    by Honour Rae

    Narrated by Luke Daniels

    4.56 ABR Score (6.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.53 Goodreads (4.0K) ★ 4.85 Audible (2.1K)
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    Arthur's legendary treasure-seeking card leads him to a dragonless kingdom where cities shrink against encroaching dead lands. Luke Daniels captures both the familiar LitRPG mechanics and this new world's desperate atmosphere.

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    Red Seas Under Red Skies

    Gentleman Bastard Sequence • Book 2

    by Scott Lynch

    Narrated by Michael Page

    4.56 ABR Score (166.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.25 Goodreads (161.6K) ★ 4.72 Audible (5.1K)
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    Monstrous Regiment

    Discworld • Book 31

    by Terry Pratchett

    Narrated by Stephen Briggs

    4.56 ABR Score (89.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.27 Goodreads (85.4K) ★ 4.77 Audible (3.6K)
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    Polly Perks disguises herself as a boy to join Discworld's army and find her missing brother. Stephen Briggs expertly voices the reveal that this military unit harbors more gender secrets than anyone imagined.

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    Men at Arms

    Discworld • Book 15

    by Terry Pratchett

    Narrated by Jon Culshaw, Peter Serafinowicz, Bill Nighy

    4.55 ABR Score (114.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.42 Goodreads (113.8K) ★ 4.84 Audible (635)
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    Jon Culshaw, Peter Serafinowicz, and Bill Nighy voice Ankh-Morpork's unlikely police force—including a dwarf, a troll, and a werewolf—as they face their first firearm in twenty-four hours of chaos.

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