THE FIRST Endling, Book 2

Lisa Flanagan welcomes listeners back to the Endling world with her second narration in this series. She meets the challenge of new characters and maintains fluidity and connection with those listeners already know. The main character, Byx, who recounts the adventure, believes herself to be an endling--the last of her species. Flanagan gives her a range of tones that express her timidity, longing to find others like herself, and gratitude to fellow questers. Byx's companions from the first story are clearly represented, most adorably the squeaky-voiced Tobble. As Byx becomes a brave leader, Flanagan believably builds intensity. Threats and triumphs are satisfying, and listeners will be left eager for the third adventure. S.W. © AudioFile 2019, Portland, Maine [Published: JUNE 2019]