Spring is at last in sight (in my corner of the world, anyway), and I’m looking forward to sprucing up my audio collection now I’m coming out of my winter hibernation! Here’s a selection of the new and upcoming releases that the Gals are most looking forward to in March, all chosen by our patented scientific methods (!) for your perusal. Let us know if you’re chomping at the bit for any of these, or if you think we’re missing out on something that promises to be really good!
Burn Bright by Patricia Briggs
Narrated by Holter Graham
I’m a huge fan of both of the interconnected series of Mercy Thompson and Alpha & Omega by Patricia Briggs. This March I’m so happy there will be a new addition to the Alpha & Omega Series, and I for one can’t wait to listen! – BJ
I have already had the pleasure of reading this one in print but even so, I can hardly wait for the audio to hit my iPod. It’s SO good! – Kaetrin
I’m always ready for a new Patricia Briggs book, and when you combine that with the wondrousness that is Holter Graham’s narration, you’ve got a fantastic listening experience that’s not to be missed. Sign me up for this one. – Shannon
No Earls Allowed by Shana Galen
Narrated by Victoria Aston
Every month I try to pick out a new to me author that has an upcoming audiobook release with a blurb that grabs me. This month, No Earls Allowed caught my eye. Being a fan of strong heroines, I’m looking forward to this story of the earl’s daughter who runs a “ramshackle orphanage” and her hero who comes out to “assist . . . in any way he can.” – BJ
I read an advance copy of this and enjoyed it; the hero is sent to retrieve the Earl of St. Maur’s daughter from the orphanage she insists on running in Spitalfields… sparks fly and wills clash. I’m not familiar with Victoria Aston’s work, but I’ve listened to the Audible sample and it sounds promising. – Caz
Lake Silence by Anne Bishop
Narrated by Alexandra Harris
I’ve been a big fan of The Others series by Anne Bishop ever since the first book was released in the spring of 2013, and I’m absolutely over the moon at the thought of the sixth book coming out. We won’t be following the same characters, a fact that bums me out a little, but I’m eager to meet all the new characters Ms. Bishop has created. Alexandra Harris has done a stellar job narrating the previous books in the series, and I’m sure she’ll continue the trend with this most recent installment. – Shannon
A Perfect Gentleman / A Momentary Marriage by Candace Camp
Narrated by Gildart Jackson
It’s a bumper month for Ms. Camp! I read both these titles when they came out and rated them highly, so I’m looking forward to experiencing them again in audio. The first is the story of a couple who have been estranged for a decade, the second that of a dying man who decides the best way he can help an old friend who has been left in financial difficulties is to marry her and then leave her a widow, but the best laid plans… I enjoyed Mr. Jackson’s performances in some Caroline Linden titles a few years back, and am looking forward to listening to him again. – Caz
Getting Schooled by Emma Chase.
Narrated by Zachary Webber and Andi Arndt.
High school football coach and substitute teacher. I’m in. – Kaetrin
Gaslight by Dannika Dark
Narrated by Nicole Poole
There’s nothing better than a new release from author/narrator pairing Dannika Dark and Nicole Poole. The worldbuilding is original, the sexual tension sizzles, and the plot is completely immersive. Nicole Poole is a gifted narrator, and I can’t imagine anyone else reading these books. – Shannon
The Shape of Water by Guillermo del Toro & Daniel Kraus.
Narrated by Jenna Lamia.
The books are always better than the movies right? 😃 It just won the Best Picture Oscar so the book must be awesome! – Kaetrin
Forbidden Stranger by Megan Hart
Narrated by Saskia Maarleveld
This is the final instalment of Megan Hart’s near-future set Protector trilogy, which charts the development of the relationship between an ‘enhanced’ female bodyguard and her billionaire charge. While I was a little bit disappointed in book two (Wicked Attraction), the cliffhanger was a doozie, and I can’t wait to get stuck into the finale. – Caz
Sweet Vengeance by Fern Michaels
Narrated by Nina Alvamar
I haven’t been a fan of a lot of Fern Michaels’ most recent works, but her earlier novels count among my favorite romantic suspense titles. With Sweet Vengeance, it looks like she’s returning to the kind of books she used to write, and I couldn’t be happier. Nina Alvamar is not a narrator I’m familiar with, but I’m willing to chance it. – Shannon
The Woman Left Behind by Linda Howard
Narrated by Saskia Maarleveld
I’m in the mood for a romantic suspense listen and I’ve enjoyed Linda Howard’s action packed titles in the past. I’m a fan of Saskia Maarleveld’s narration, so this month I’m looking forward to listening to their new collaboration. – BJ