MINT JULEP MURDER

As host of the Dixie Book Festival, Annie Darling prepares for the author awards only to find herself host to murder, with all accusations pointing towards her. Reading's pleasant pitch and performing style, consisting of smoothly delivered narrative and gently contrasting character voices, heighten the mood and drama of the story. She varies modulation and rhythm to alter character voices for individuality. Reading's authentic-sounding Southern accents are notable, especially in the role of Missy Sinclair, whose voice contains the right amount of softness while still retaining the character's hard-core personality. P.A.J. ©AudioFile, Portland, Maine [Published: JUN 97]