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Explore our curated selection of audiobook reviews, highlighting standout performances, production quality, and unforgettable storytelling. Whether you're new to audio or a seasoned listener, these concise insights will guide you toward your next remarkable listen.
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EDGE OF OBLIVION - Audio Book Review
Edge of Oblivion is a gripping sci-fi audiobook brought to life by James Gillies’ nuanced narration. With clear, emotive delivery and subtle characterisation, he elevates this story of time travel, AI, and human loss. The production is clean and professional, and the pacing allows complex ideas to land without overwhelm. Even knowing the story, I was fully engaged. A polished, intelligent listen — warmly recommended.
Sally Dickson
5 days ago2 min read


Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (Full-Cast Edition) - Audio Book Review
Magical. Cinematic. Absolutely spellbinding. This Full-Cast Edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is not just a retelling—it’s a reinvention of a classic. True to the source material—with small, clever tweaks that enhance the listening experience—this adaptation was crafted with obvious care. It moves with perfect pacing and clarity, pulling you forward, chapter after chapter. Whether you're a lifelong fan or discovering Hogwarts for the first time, you’ll be ho
Sally Dickson
Nov 29, 20252 min read


A Game of Thrones - Audio Book Review
With a running time of over 33 hours, A Game of Thrones is no small undertaking—but in the hands of narrator Roy Dotrice, it becomes a fully immersive experience that makes those hours fly by.
But perhaps the biggest surprise is how fresh and gripping this version feels, even for those who know the story well. Hearing these iconic characters come alive in new, resonant ways makes the experience feel both familiar and brand new.
In short: this isn’t just a good adaptation—it’
Sally Dickson
Nov 29, 20252 min read


Ready Player One - Audio Book Review
Wil Wheaton’s narration of Ready Player One is every bit the dynamic, vibrant retelling this story deserves. His clarity, enthusiasm, and effortlessly youthful tone make it sound as though he’s plugged directly into the OASIS alongside Wade Watts.
Sally Dickson
Nov 28, 20252 min read


Dune - Audio Book Review
Exquisite: a perfectly unrolled epic, spreading in your ears like the great sand dunes of Arrakis, slow enough to savour, steady enough to immerse, and mesmerising throughout. It’s rare to find a narrator who understands that Dune is less a story and more a landscape.
Sally Dickson
Nov 28, 20252 min read


Ruins of Earth - Audio Book Review
It’s Band of Brothers in space, and Bray leans into that vibe with commitment. The pacing is brilliant and fierce—so relentless, in fact, that listeners may find themselves needing a breather between chapters. This isn’t gentle storytelling; it’s a combat drop.
Sally Dickson
Nov 28, 20252 min read


City of Gods and Monsters - Audio Book Review
The world of Angelthene unfolds in all its dark, seductive charm, drawing you into the mystery and menace as easily as Darien draws mortal girls into trouble. And by the end, one thing becomes clear: in this city of monsters, the real danger isn’t the Darkslayers—it’s how quickly you’ll want the next book.
Sally Dickson
Nov 28, 20252 min read


Columbus Day
Bray’s performance doesn’t just enhance the story—it enlists you into it. By the final chapter, you’re not just listening to the Expeditionary Force… you’re pretty sure you’ve been drafted.
Sally Dickson
Nov 28, 20252 min read


Heart of Darkness - Audio Book Review
I’ve admired Branagh for years, but I clearly underestimated just how resonant and luminous his voice could be. His tone is impossibly smooth, almost unfairly so, the kind of vocal clarity that makes you suspect he hasn’t had a blocked sinus since 1987.
Sally Dickson
Nov 28, 20252 min read


Daydreams of a Writer - Audio Book Review
I especially loved the gentle memories of Ireland woven through the poems. It’s soothing, lyrical, and surprisingly uplifting—perfect for anyone who wants a reflective listen with a warm, imaginative glow.
Sally Dickson
Nov 21, 20251 min read


Soldier of Empire - Audio Book Review
Fresh, original fiction with zero filler and tons of heart. It’s the kind of audiobook you finish and immediately want the next chapter. And honestly, if your pulse doesn’t spike during the Scavengii pirate scenes, check your batteries.
Sally Dickson
Nov 20, 20252 min read


The Little Mermaid - Audio Book Review
The music is enchanting, the pacing smooth, and it’s strangely hard to stop listening. Still, somewhere between fairy tale and art-house mood piece, it has an identity crisis. (Even the mermaid seems confused.)
Sally Dickson
Nov 20, 20252 min read


Pride and Prejudice - Audio Book Review
This Pride and Prejudice retelling is lush, sparkling, and unapologetically dramatic—a full radio-style performance that often feels like a Bridgerton listen-alike in empire-line dresses.
Sally Dickson
Nov 20, 20252 min read


Stephen Fry's Edwardian Secrets - Audio Book Review
Honestly, Fry could read a tax code and we’d still listen. But this is a podcast not a novel.
Sally Dickson
Nov 20, 20252 min read


Rise of the Ranger The Echoes Saga, Book 1- Audio Book Review
With flawless audio quality and a gripping narrative, this is fantasy at its most compelling. I’m obsessed.
Sally Dickson
Nov 19, 20251 min read


The Downloaded 2: Ghosts in the Machine - Audio Book Review
Brendan Fraser’s narration is a standout; his gravelly warmth suits the high-stakes tone perfectly, and he keeps the suspense simmering without ever overdoing it.
Sally Dickson
Nov 19, 20252 min read


He Who Fights with Monsters: A LitRPG Adventure - Audio Book Review
The audiobook adds extra charm: the narrator’s clear, energetic performance suits Jason perfectly, with distinct voices and crisp production throughout.
Sally Dickson
Nov 19, 20251 min read

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