YA Bliss: Audiobook Reviews (15)

Pretty Girl-13 by Liz Coley (Narrated by Nicola Barber)

This was a fascinating story. The only time I had ever read about multiple personalities was when I read Sybil, which mesmerized me beyond words. Even though this one is fiction, and that I think at some points (the end) it was taken a bit too far, the premise is interesting to say the least. I was absolutely glued to this audio and was utterly hard when I had to stop listening. The narrator does an excellent job. I did think some extremely dark issues were taken too lightly, so maybe I would recommend this one to the older YA crowd.

Book: ★★★★
Narrator: ★★★★★

Recommended audio? Yes!

The Diviners by Libba Bray (Narrated by January LaVoy)

If someone told me this was more than one sole narrator, I would have totally believed it. This girl sure can make different voices. Every character had his/her own voice and there was no mistaking them. The voice and the narration was just es enchanting and at times frightening as the book. This is one of those books that I know I enjoyed much more because it was on audio. Definitely one that historical fiction and horror fans will enjoy alike.

Book: ★★★★★
Narrator: ★★★★★
Recommended audio? Highly!

Mind Games by Kristen White (Narrated by Emily Bauer)

I really enjoy crime-action a lot, and since it starts right in the middle of the action, you waste no time, we are thrown into Fia's world and it even takes quite a bit to catch up to the narration. It reminded me a lot of CW's Nikita! Perfect for fans of the show. The narrator was also very good, though the voices were too similar at times and I often didn't know if it was Fia or Annie speaking. Overall, I think it is a very good, light read even though the plot makes it seem dark. Fresh action and cool premise!