TALES OF THE GRAND TOUR

Using different but complementary styles, each narrator in this collection of short stories makes one story his or her own. Margy Moore provides a nuanced narration that features a subtle touch in the dialogue between two runaways and an old professor in a story that focuses on the issue of global warming. Efrem Zimbalist, Jr., makes judicious use of timing in the story of a trapeze artist who despairs when he is grounded. Stefan Rudnicki relates the adventure of Sam Gunn with a light touch that brings out the story's colorful characters and suspense. Stephen Hoye's intense, introspective narration of the ultimate daredevil accentuates the danger of this survival tale. J.E.M. © AudioFile 2006, Portland, Maine [Published: DEC 06/ JAN 07]