THE DOG OF THE NORTH

Katherine Littrell hits every comedic and dramatic note in her narration of this family saga. Penny Rush's marriage is crumbling, and she's close to being penniless when she's summoned to her grandmother Pincer's home by Pincer's accountant, Burt Lampey. Pincer has dementia and a hoarding streak. A plan to clean the home leads to a wild adventure involving road trips from California to Australia, mysteries from the past, and just maybe a new direction in life. Littrell voices Penny in a world-weary "What now?" tone; Pincer with an unapologetic, commanding voice; and Burt with a charm and grace that are both heartwarming and heartbreaking. Littrell paints clear and beautiful pictures as her American, Southern, and Australian accents add to the appeal of the story. L.M.G. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2023, Portland, Maine [Published: JUNE 2023]