THE TIME FETCH

Luci Christian's bright, lilting soprano lends itself to the magical elements in Herrick's tale. When a small misstep before the winter solstice sets off a chain of events that unravel time and space, four young teens must fight to prevent the destruction of their world. Christian's crisp delivery invokes the winter season, and her use of subtly different voices for the adolescents' thoughts and speech helps listeners differentiate between the characters' vibrant inner lives and outward expressions. With a pace that embodies rushing winds and desperation, Christian maintains an atmosphere of imminent danger, and her sure tone keeps listeners moving forward with hope during even the bleakest moments. K.S.B. © AudioFile 2013, Portland, Maine [Published: NOVEMBER 2013]