DOGS AND MONSTERS Stories

This thought-provoking audiobook is made up of short stories that reimagine Greek myths, as well as dystopian stories. All celebrate the enduring power of storytelling. An ensemble of narrators gives life to eight stories that tackle themes of family, brutality, humanity, love, identity, and mortality. Particularly compelling are "The Mother's Story," a retelling of the story of the Minotaur in the labyrinth; "My Old School," a contemporary look at the impact of bullying and its aftermath; and "The Wilderness," a dystopian look at genetic engineering. Listeners will find themselves transported by each offering, and the narration of each selection matches the emotion, pacing, and tension of the storyline. Listeners will think about this collection long after they finish. K.S.M. © AudioFile 2024, Portland, Maine [Published: NOVEMBER 2024]