THE BRIDES OF HIGH HILL Singing Hills Cycle, Book 5

The fifth volume of Vo's Singing Hills Cycle, which can be listened to as a stand-alone, would be challenging for any narrator. The fantasy begins as a marriage is arranged in ancient China. Then the story takes a turn toward the paranormal. Narrator Cindy Kay voices protagonist Cleric Chih, as well as secondary characters ranging from haughty royalty to lowly estate workers. She's particularly effective at animating the many male characters. Kay doesn't give anything away before the story does, making Vo's twists all the more impressive. Her performance results in a spine-tingling production. D.E.M. © AudioFile 2024, Portland, Maine [Published: JULY 2024]