AN INSIDE JOB

Golden Voice Edoardo Ballerini narrates art restorer and spy Gabriel Allon's latest adventure, set largely in Italy and the Vatican. Ballerini's lyrical pronunciation of Italian proper names and places showcases the beauty of the Italian language. Listeners are swept into the intrigue surrounding the discovery and loss of a Leonardo da Vinci masterpiece, a situation that places both Allon and the Pope in danger. Ballerini expertly differentiates the many characters and is particularly adept at voicing the women in the fast-paced action. Listeners will gain insights into da Vinci's life, the Vatican's tangled finances, and the dark side of the art world. While some longtime supporting characters are absent, newer ones reflect Allon's evolution as a father, art restorer, and police consultant. Masterfully performed. E.Q. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: AUGUST 2025]