TAKEN

Evan, masquerading as Nick, marries Kayla after a three-week courtship and then disappears on his wedding night. Kayla finds the real Nick, and the two of them spend the next few weeks chasing Evan, a cache of stolen gold coins, and Kayla's family history, all the while, of course, falling for each other. Bernadette Dunne gives a credible reading to an incredible plot. Nick and Kayla are portrayed as earnest, Evan is oily and devious, and Kayla's grandmother has the voice of an older woman who is hiding something. Exciting scenes alternate with soupy romantic dialogue. A twist at the end suggests that a sequel might be in the works. J.B.G. © AudioFile 2007, Portland, Maine [Published: APR/ MAY 07]