As a recap of the year, the Gals talked about a few of their favorite things in the past year…
Shannon
Favorite new-to-me series of 2015: I’ve recently discovered Elizabeth Hoyt’s Maiden Lane series. I’m not sure where I’ve been all these years, but I’m glad I finally caught up and allowed myself to be immersed in 1730’s London. I’m trying to limit myself to one Maiden Lane book a month, but I don’t know if I can stick to that. I’m really excited to find out what happens next.
Caz
My most anticipated release in 2015: Seize the Fire by Laura Kinsale, narrated by Nicholas Boulton. I’d been chomping at the bit for this one for over a year. The book is one of my favourites of hers – I do love a damaged hero, and Sheridan is one of the best (if that’s the right way to put it) – and I just KNEW that Nick would knock it out of the park. He did that and then some. He just picked up everything about the character, the self-loathing, the vulnerabilities, the goodness-buried-so-deep-that-it-was-almost-impossible-to-find; and turned in the most amazing, finely-nuanced performance. It’s one of my favourite audiobooks of 2015.
BJ
My favorite new tech gadget for audiobooks: I discovered Bluetooth earbuds this year. I love the flexibility and ease with which Bluetooth earbuds facilitate my audiobook listening at the gym and when I’m on the go!
Kaetrin
Favourite place to listen to audiobooks: I’m usually on the move when I listen – either doing housework, cooking or driving. Housework isn’t exactly among my favourite things, so I guess my favourite place to listen would be the kitchen or the car!
Melinda
Favorite Annual Re-listen: Every year I take some time out to do a marathon of the Chicago Stars series by Susan Elizabeth Phillips, performed by Anna Fields. The very first time I read them, I didn’t 100% appreciate the nuances of the whacky situations the characters got themselves into – Bobby Tom Denton’s wild pool party while he is mourning the loss of his football career, Dr. Jane’s strip-tease moves adapted from her workout routine, and who could forget Dean’s reaction to the headless beaver costume on Blue? Each time I read them, I fall more in love!
I just discovered the Maiden Lane series this year, too! What a gem and I’m also trying to only do one a month:) The narration is wonderful.
The Maiden Lane series with Ashford McNab narrating is incredible. I can’t wait to start Sweet Soundrel. Also, how can you go wrong with a Chicago Stars re-listening. Anna Fields is A+ on everyone one of SEP’s books.