THE DROWNING GIRL

This production is part of famed science fiction and fantasy author Neil Gaiman’s special audio collection for Audible. It’s the story of Imp, a schizophrenic girl who encounters creatures of unknown origin. Gaiman handpicked narrator Suzy Jackson after two rounds of auditions, saying that she embodies the voice of Imp. Jackson's portrayal provides pitch-perfect dialogue and a subtle yet relentless emotional connection to the character. Her youthful voice has an indefinable weight that allows her to capture both the gravity of Imp's condition and the adventure she embarks upon. Jackson's tone is at once brave, composed, and stern yet light and fancy-free, an almost impossible combination of darkness and light. L.B. © AudioFile 2012, Portland, Maine [Published: AUGUST 2012]