SPILL SIMMER FALTER WITHER

Over the course of four seasons, Sara Baume lovingly depicts the evolving relationship between an outcast man and his one-eyed outcast dog. John Keating's melodious narration emphasizes the poetic nature of Baume's language. His tone simultaneously trembles with the fear of being noticed—the pair make every effort to be invisible to those around them—and exults in the joy and wonder of their friendship. Keating's treatment of Baume's quiet humor will tickle listeners' funny bones amid the darker struggles of a misunderstood pair of exiles. By turns troubling and comforting, this is a story told simply and read with acute understanding of its complexities. A delightful experience. J.F. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2016, Portland, Maine [Published: MAY 2016]