THE FRAME-UP

Shannon McManus's cocksure, feisty delivery will keep listeners engrossed as Dani, a magically gifted art thief, prepares to steal works from a coveted art collection. McManus uses a gentle Southern accent as Dani heads home to Kentucky to reunite with the crew she betrayed years ago. Devising unique voices, McManus portrays the confident crew of magical criminals as they plan the heist and reconcile with Dani. When Dani goes undercover to manage the rambunctious family that owns the collection, McManus establishes an amused tone. As secrets are revealed and Dani learns the dark truth behind the art collection, McManus's tone fills with foreboding. All in all, McManus's well-rounded performance will have listeners laughing one moment and tense with anticipation the next. J.E.C. © AudioFile 2024, Portland, Maine [Published: MARCH 2024]