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Winter wanders in with a new resonance, ushering before it shorter days, celebrations, and moments of reflection. This issue of Audio in Depth, both in print and online, matches those moods with listens full of comfort and joy.
Audio horror, fantasy, mystery, social sciences, and more. This winter’s audiobook stars offer auditory delights across a wide range of subjects and genres.
Chilling listens for every taste, from crime fiction laced with folkloric and cosmic terrors to epic postapocalyptic gore.
Exhilarating listens, from classic high fantasy to thrilling tales of intrigue in extraterrestrial settings.
Captivating mystery audios, showcasing octogenarian amateur detectives, intricate psychological thrillers, and a pulse-pounding installment in a beloved series.
This work aptly illustrates a lesser-known link in classical reception. It will have broad scholarly appeal between both religious history and classical studies readers.
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Business Casual
Though there’s some unevenness between the narrators, fans of the series’ previous audiobooks should enjoy this satisfying series finale.
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Shock Induction
Palahniuk’s loyal fans, along with readers new to his work, will enjoy this distinctive and thought-provoking book.
An interactive history in which Africans and Europeans together played parts in transforming the continent in the modern age. Will appeal to students of Africa and general readers prepared for a fresh perspective.
Scenic and steamy, this contemporary romance has it all. Another hit for Pembroke (Socialite’s Nine-Month Secret).
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Mountain Captive
Fans of the “Eagle Mountain: Criminal History” series will be intrigued by this latest entry from Myers (Twin Jeopardy).
Poetic language expertly describes the mysterious geography of Jeju as Han movingly illustrates how the massacre affected survivors as well as subsequent generations. The memory of a devastating episode that must not be forgotten is revived.
Weeks’s leisurely writing style will appeal to most sports fans. Readers who love baseball will devour this recommended book.
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You Are Fatally Invited
Readers who love puzzles, locked-room mysteries, and Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None will enjoy this inaugural effort by Pliego, with its chilling conclusion.
The book is clearly directed to budding or novice scientists and loaded with advice on how to improve their scientific skills and communicate better with the general public. Recommended for all academic libraries.
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Their Hawaiian Marriage Reunion
This second-chance love story from Colter (Accidentally Engaged to the Billionaire) is full of warm, cozy feelings, perfect for cold winter nights.
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Daughter of Chaos
Webb debuts with a reimagining of Greek mythology that is engaging, despite its pacing issues.
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Ring
This novel, which has a feel of a modern classic, is a must purchase addition for people facing grief and looking for hope and healing. It will leave readers with new insights and many questions about grief, suicide, and spirituality.
Philosophically minded thinkers will find this clearly written, accessible work to be rewarding as a challenge to consider other perspectives.
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Beautiful Ugly
Feeney (Rock Paper Scissors) pens another superb domestic psychological thriller with plenty of twists, as her readers have come to expect. Demand will be high.
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Love in Translation
Wood’s (Hired for the Billionaire’s Secret Son) story about finding love and life outside one’s comfort zone has a fun premise and a sweet ending.
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What a Fool Believes: A Memoir
An underdog tale that is a must-listen for all jazz-rock and soul fans.
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Swift River
Chambers’s poignant debut captivates. Listeners will be invested in Diamond’s situation, cheering her on as she becomes herself.
Impossible to put down, this rollicking memoir is well-written, thoughtful, and will have readers eager for the second volume.
An urgent, funny, and relatable collection, interweaving keen observations of modern crises with personal reflections on family, mental health, and grace. Recommended for fans of R. Eric Thomas’s Congratulations, the Best Is Over!
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Gliff
Smith succeeds in spinning a grim tale about semiotics, history, literature, and art that ends on a somewhat hopeful note.
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Child in Jeopardy
Fans of Fossen (Tracking Down the Lawman’s Son) will enjoy the return to Saddle Ridge in this latest release, full of adventure, romance, and mystery. Readers of B.J. Daniels and Lynne Graham will be drawn to this title.
A fascinating look at this least-observed avian activity, for birders, conservationists, and researchers.
Not an easy ready, but an essential, necessary indictment of political systems, military aggression, and global and personal complicity.
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Grown Women
A resonant and reflective story, highly recommended for fans of literary fiction in the vein of Diane Marie Brown’s Black Candle Women.
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Stuck in the Country with You
A host of secondary characters keep things interesting in this second-chance, enemies-to-lovers romance from Day (The Secret Heir).
An articulate critique of rags-to-riches mythology and government policies about labor in the United States.
A gently journalistic approach to graphic memoir. Sohini’s love of New York and evolving understanding of her self within its powerful context work in concert for a radiant read.
This well-structured book with real life examples serves as a handy guide for readers wanting to work in top international development organizations to make a difference.
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The Naming of the Birds
A violent, complicated story with links to the past. Although Cutter’s lectures can get a little wordy, readers of Victorian-set mysteries, such as Bridget Walsh’s The Tumbling Girl, will appreciate the creepy atmosphere and intricate conclusion.
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Shadowing Her Stalker
Wells (Ozarks Witness Protection) spins off her “Arkansas Special Agents” series with this first of a new series featuring the cyber crime division, full of likable, well-developed characters.
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A Talent for Murder
Thrilling action and suspense combined with complex, well-developed characters make for a book that listeners won’t want to put down. Swanson’s fans will be shocked, horrified, and utterly captivated.
Fans of Golden Age mysteries should really enjoy this modern, metafictional take on the locked-room mystery.
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Stone Certainty
The sequel to The Holy Terrors isn’t quite as frightening, but fans of Green’s Ishmael Jones mysteries will appreciate the supernatural elements.
A highly detailed book about Hooke and his significant contributions to science and research; includes numerous historical illustrations, a bibliography, and references. Best for scholars.
Dougherty is one of only a few people challenging the New Thought philosophy, which has influenced current culture and thinking in the United States. Her book’s tone is conversational and integrates her personal experiences, which is an approach that will appeal to many general readers. It makes a good addition to religion and philosophy collections.
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Fugitive Harbor
In this twisty novel launching a new series, Miles (K-9 Missing Person) introduces likable characters surrounded by vivid scenery.
Singh (Bound by the Boss’s Baby) combines a royal romance with the sister’s-best-friend trope in the best of ways, and readers will want to snatch this one up.
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Wordhunter
This fast-paced novel is recommended for anyone wanting an engaging plot full of excitement and its fair share of drama.
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Special Forces K-9
Miller (K-9 Defender) skillfully unfolds this love story full of sensitive subjects.
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City of Smoke and Sea
At moments, Márquez’s (This Fierce Blood) prose enchants, but it doesn’t quite work as a package.
Readers aspiring to obtain C-suite positions will find plenty of helpful advice, though others will discover that many of the suggestions cannot be practically implemented in their lives.
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Rebellious Grace
Westerson’s sequel to The Twilight Queen finds its astute jester, an expert entertainer and gossiper, once again serving as reluctant inquisitor. Fans of mysteries set during the Tudor era will appreciate the historical details that are skillfully woven into Westerson’s gripping story.
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Trust Issues
The title is perfect because there is no one trustworthy in this novel of family and secrets, and readers will find themselves hoping for everyone to get their just deserts.
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A Rebel Without Claws
Fans of Cross’s “Stay a Spell” series will be in for a treat, falling in love with new characters while still getting glimpses of old favorites. Readers new to Cross will enjoy her playful, comedic take on paranormal, fated-mates romances.
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Us from Nothing
The poet ably captures and illuminates the most significant moments of the complex, often tragic, past that have shaped the present. As this book moves from ancient to modern times, poetic richness gives way to the more conventional narrative, reflecting the loss of wonder and mystery inherent in the saga itself.
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The Knockout Artist
This is Crews at his finest. An excellent recommendation for literary fiction readers and those who enjoy grim humor, thought-provoking characters, and compelling plots. Suggest to those who enjoyed Michael Farris Smith’s The Fighter.
Examining three generations of Vega family lore, this audiobook cleverly juxtaposes four narrative voices through moments of Mexican political turmoil, COVID days in Los Angeles, and post-2020 upheaval to weave an unforgettable must-listen. Fans of Luis Alberto Urrea’s The House of Broken Angels won’t want to miss this.
One gets the sense that there are two or three possible books vying for space inside this one packed tome that critiques public displays in the U.S. An important work for students of sociology of place and religion.
A complex, atmospheric mystery that will keep listeners engaged, searching for clues, and thinking about the plight of others. This is an essential purchase for most libraries.
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Cold Case Discovery
Helm unfolds another Hudson sibling romance in this sixth book of the series (after Cold Case Protection). This is family drama at its best, and readers will take comfort in the return of previous characters as they come to love the newest couple.
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The Gilded Crown
With strong voice acting, this dark fantasy debut is sure to be well-received by fans of books like Adalyn Grace’s “Belladonna” trilogy. Listeners will be eager for more from this talented writer.
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The Watermark
Mills’s (The Fragments of My Father) latest is a creative, genre-hopping literary journey.
A psychological case study of secondary trauma, the first graphic memoir by illustrator and graphic designer D’Andrade (coauthor of The Type Project Book) offers a gripping plot while illustrating how to cope with mental anguish that leaves long-term emotional scars.
This inspirational book illuminates and encourages readers to see their roles as leaders and bearers of hope. A must for readers (educators, administrators, and scholars) seeking to infuse their academic vocation with renewed purpose, faith, and hope..
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Chaos
The space opera’s mercantile empire setting creates plenty of rapacious villains and provides endless backdrops for the never-ending chaos, while the madcap romance is perfect for readers of Valerie Valdes, K.B. Wagers, Rachel Bach, or Cat Rambo, this time with elements of Martha Wells’s “Murderbot Diaries” series.
The lyrical quality of the writing makes this memoir about woodcarving and being an artisan a lovely addition to any collection.
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Knife River
A slow-paced, fully realized novel with complex familial relationships at its core. Recommended for fans of Tana French and Jane Harper.
This attractive and enlightening work is further enhanced by a bonus section of additional film stars, a thoughtful foreword by Jane Fonda, and excellent notes and bibliographic material. A must for film aficionados and historians.
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Tempted by Her Enemy Marquis
Allen (Becoming the Earl’s Convenient Wife) presents a charming Regency romance with a dash of rom-com cuteness. Perfect for readers seeking a playful story that is more sweet than steamy.
An audiobook to recommend to all thriller listeners and those who enjoy twisty podcast-style audios such as L.J. Dorn’s The Anatomy of Desire.
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Chanel: The Allure of Makeup
Readers will appreciate the attentive artistic details of this part makeup-design chronicle/part biography, and in it, will learn more about fashion and makeup history along with details of Chanel’s life.
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Cold Iron Task
The third outing for Butcher’s troubled magical protagonist (after Long Past Dues) continues to provide answers and also ask more questions. Solid action and quippy dialogue will keep readers engaged for the long haul.
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Heroes of the New Hollywood: Hoffman, Hackman, Nicholson, Pacino, Duvall, and De Niro in the ’70s
Lalande relies heavily on speculation tinged with Freudian analysis, yet his conclusions about the enduring power of these performances are well worth reading. This is a valuable exploration of these cinematic legends’ impact on film and popular culture.
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One Level Down
Readers fascinated with the pocket worlds of Brenda Peynado’s Time’s Agent or the costly approach to poorly placed colonies in Edward Ashton’s Mickey7 will find much to ponder in Thompson’s (The Word) adult fiction debut.
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A Forty Year Kiss
The novel is beautiful and full of complex characters. It is a love story, not only between Charlie and Vivian but also between the novel and the Midwest, as the characters journey between Eau Claire, Chippewa Falls, and Spooner, WI, along with Minneapolis and Chicago. Fans of Butler and of romance will be delighted with this novel.
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