Audible has just published their list of the top 20 audiobooks of 2024 including the coveted 'Audiobook of the Year' title. The list is described as "a curated selection of editor and listener favourites – each one boasting a standout, not-to-be-missed performance".
The list includes Voyage of the Damned by Frances White and read by Nathan Foad, in his debut audiobook performance, described as "an unforgettable, nuanced performance, giving each heir a regionally specific accent".
Frances White's debut novel is a magical, gay murder mystery cruise, described as "a genre-bending triumph". The heirs of Concordia set sail together to celebrate their long-held peace, but one-by-one they start to get murdered.
Listener reviews -
★★★★★ "I had already read this book in hardback but the narrator was just so good I had to reread it in audio!"
★★★★★ "The narration is 10/10! Brought so much life to the story."
★★★★★ "Such a fun tale made all the more real by a wonderful performance. Lots of accents to help distinguish characters and spectacular comedic timing".
★★★★★ "Extra props to the narrator who did a stunning job of the character portrayals and I hope to find his voice in more tales in the future!"
The title of Audiobook of the Year went to a new adaptation of George Orwell's 1984 featuring Andrew Garfield and Tom Hardy.
Voyage of the Damned is available on Audible now.
Nathan Foad is available for voiceovers from Anthea Represents. Click his image for his profile page and voiceover showreel.
