In this evocative conclusion to the Winternight trilogy, a fairy-tale spin on Russian history, Arden's high-stakes writing and Kathleen Gati's immersive performance weave a listening experience worthy of note. Gati's adept Russian accent enhances the cultural magic of the story. She further adds to the listening experience by clearly differentiating characters, giving some a pointed intensity and others a casual serenity. What's more, her delivery finds the perfect balance between authentic-sounding Russian pronunciations and clarity. Fans of culture-rich fantasy stories will enjoy this lovely production. N.H. © AudioFile 2019, Portland, Maine [Published: JANUARY 2019]
Trade Ed. Random House Audio 2019
DD ISBN 9780525639510 $22.50
Library Ed. Books on Tape 2019
DD ISBN 9780525639527 $95.00
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