Our July 2023 Picks

It’s that time of the month when the Gals scour the new release lists to come up with our Monthly Picks – the new and upcoming audiobook releases we’re most looking forward to listening to over the next few weeks. As usual, it’s not an exhaustive list – just the titles that have caught our eye and interest, and that we hope maybe you will enjoy, too!


Cold Snap by Toni AndersonCold Snap by Toni Anderson

Narrated by Eric G. Dove

I’m always up for a good romantic suspense yarn and Toni Anderson is one of the best. This the third book in her Cold Justice: Most Wanted series, is the story of an undercover FBI agent who returns to his small home town on the trail of one of the Bureau’s most wanted fugitives but soon finds himself hunting a new killer. – Caz

 

Magic Tides/Magic Claims by Ilona Andrews

Narrated by Hilary Huber and Michael Glenn

More Kate and Curran – need I say  more? – Kaetrin

 

 

Hello Stranger by Katherine Center

Narrated by Patty Murin

I loved last year’s The Bodyguard – definitely looking forward to this one. – Kaetrin

 

 

A Rulebook for Restless Rogues by Jess Everlee

Narrated by Tommy Hawthorne

I enjoyed the first book in this series, so I’m definitely excited about this one. – Carrie

I read an ARC of this and wasn’t quite as wowed by it as I was by The Gentleman’s Book of Vices, but I enjoyed it enough to want to experience it again in audio. – Caz

Crow's Fate by Kim FieldingCrow’s Fate by Kim Fielding

Narrated by Joel Leslie

This is book one of an intriguing new multi-author fantasy series, Carnival of Mysteries. I like both the author and narrator, so I’m definitely picking this one up. – Carrie

This looks like an interesting series; like Carrie, I enjoy both author and narrator, so I’ll be picking this one up, too. – Caz

Outside by Nicky James

Narrated by Nick J. Russo

Part Two of the Death Row ChroniclesOutside picks up just a few days after the events of Inside, and follows former death row inmate Ndiyae Bishop as he struggles to adjust to a world which has changed massively and to being in a relationship.  Angsty, thought-provoking and superbly narrated by Nick J. Russo. – Caz

 

Something Unexpected by Vi Keeland

Narrated by Teddy Hamilton and Andi Arndt

One of my go-to contemporary romance authors and a dynamic narrating duo make this July release one I’ll be listening to soon! – BJ

 

Criminal Intentions S1E10 – Backdraft by Cole McCade

Narrated by Curt Bonnem

Mal and Seong-Jae are back on active duty, and find themselves enmeshed in internal politics when they have to investigate some of their own after a 911 call gone wrong.  Curt Bonnem’s narration is a terrific addition to this fabulous series. – Caz

 

Face Blind by J.L. Merrow

Narrated by DeeDee Ash

I read and enjoyed this one when it came out last year – it’s an atmospheric tale with a touch of the paranormal, featuring two men who are trying to come to terms with and move on from traumatic events in their pasts set in and around Glastonbury at Samhain. I’m not at all familiar with the narrator and the Audible sample isn’t helpful (it’s the blurb!) – so I’ll probably wait for some reviews before I decide whether to give this one a go! – Caz

The Lie and the Lady by Kate Noble

Narrated by Rachel Beresford

Kate Noble, is, IMO, a very underrated author of historical romances.  I really enjoyed this one in print when it came out in 2016 – it’s clever and complex, featuring flawed, but engaging protagonists in a cross-class romance. I’m not familiar with the narrator, but the sample sounds promising. – Caz

 

Mogul by Joanna Shupe

Narrated by Courtney Patterson and Ryan Stone

I’m always a fan of historical romances, especially those with a new twist, and this takes place in New York during the Gilded Age! – BJ

I liked this one when I read it, so I might give it a go in audio.  – Caz

The Hustler Next Door by KA Tucker

Narrated by Tina Wolstencroft

I’m not familiar with the narrator, but with KA Tucker writing I’m intrigued enough to give this title a listen. – BJ

 

 

Step Right Up by L.A. WittStep Right Up by L.A. Witt

Narrated by Michael Ferraiuolo and John Solo

Book two in Carnival of Mysteries boasts a prolific author and a solid narrating team, so on my TBR list it goes.- Carrie

 

Shanna by Kathleen E. Woodiwiss

Narrated by Robin Miles & Cassandra York

OMG this takes me back – will it hold up? I shall report back! – Kaetrin


PLEASE NOTE:  Where not available for pre-order, self-published audiobooks generally do not have purchase links available until the day of publication.  The links given will take you to the Amazon book page, and you can purchase from there as soon as it is released.


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