DREAM KEEPER

Narrator Susannah Jones emphasizes the importance of family in the final book in Ashley's Dream Team series. Ashley's written cues and Jones's voices ensure that each character is easily identified. She uses a confiding voice for single mother Pepper Hannigan, who is leery of dating military commando Auggie Hero. Pepper's daughter Juno's piping voice sounds enthusiastic and cute as she instigates matchmaking maneuvers aimed at her mom and Auggie. Auggie's sometimes gruff voice contrasts with Juno's in their heartwarming conversations. Jones deftly matches the emotional roller coaster the couple experiences from their dysfunctional families. Hearing Pepper's meditation practice in Jones's soothing voice may even be a mini therapy session for listeners! Overall, Jones expresses Ashley's signature drama, passion, and realistic dialogue with admirable fidelity. C.A. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine [Published: DECEMBER 2021]