THE HOUSE GUEST

Stephanie Willing is first-rate in her narration of this audiobook about marital strife and deceit. Her expressive work holds the listener's interest as she brings emotion without devolving into melodrama. Alyssa is still reeling from her husband's sudden need for a separation when she meets Bree and naïvely invites her to stay in her guesthouse. Then the FBI shows up with questions about Alyssa's ex. And is Bree who she appears to be? Willing's performance helps shore up some weaker points in the story. Her excellent pacing helps to define mood. While characters' dialogue does not reflect their individual personalities, listeners won't be confused about who is speaking. G.S. © AudioFile 2023, Portland, Maine [Published: FEBRUARY 2023]