THE KEEPER OF MAGICAL THINGS

Natalie Naudus puts listeners under her spell as she delivers this romantasy. Certainty Bulrush longs to become a mage and make her family proud, but her six years as an apprentice haven't revealed any major magical talents--aside from talking to objects. Her unique skill becomes essential, however, when she's assigned to help transport an abundance of magical items to a distant village with the intimidating Mage Aurelia. Naudus skillfully distinguishes the characters and animated objects, which range from welcoming villagers to chattering teakettles. Naudus makes Certainty's easy charm and growing confidence apparent, while Aurelia's cool aloofness and formal tone shift as she warms to Certainty's earnestness. Listeners will be captivated as the two mages face their struggles and fall in love. E.E.C. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: DECEMBER 2025]