THE PARADISE TRAP

From where would a modern siren lure travelers to their doom? From an Australian beachside trailer park in this story. While actress Chelsea Bruland doesn’t have to sing a song that would entice one willingly to one’s death, her performance is more than enough to lure one into this story. Its siren has lost her voice and now relies on new methods to ensnare victims like Marcus and his friends. The author pits Greek mythology against technological advances without sentimentality. Bruland’s native Australian accent places the story’s setting in high relief. Additionally, her characterizations and comedic timing keep the listener laughing as an inept robot tries to protect Marcus and his friends. A.M.P. © AudioFile 2012, Portland, Maine [Published: JUNE 2012]