THE DRAFTER The Peri Reed Chronicles, Book 1

In 2030 Detroit, Peri Reed is a time-shifter—meaning she can jump briefly back in time—but she forgets the past when she returns to the present. Now she’s discovered that her handlers are manipulating her memories. January LaVoy’s gritty narration is perfect for this thriller with a futuristic twist. Paranoia, violence, and a convoluted backstory of betrayal drive the story of secret agencies that are fighting for control of timelines. LaVoy delivers the narrative sections of the story with warm tones and varies her portrayals of the characters, using hard-edged tones for Peri, soft Southern accents for Howard and Taf, and deeper tones for Silas. She juggles breathless action, vicious fights, a diverse cast, and secret alliances, drawing listeners into the first installment of Peri Reed’s quest for truth and a clean timeline. Listeners may wish to seek out the prequel, SIDESWIPED, first. M.B.K. © AudioFile 2015, Portland, Maine [Published: OCTOBER 2015]