Summary
Prepare to embark on an extraordinary journey through the pages of this captivating audiobook. Whether you’re an avid reader or a newcomer to the world of audiobooks, this unique listening experience is sure to leave a lasting impression. With a perfect blend of engaging storytelling and skilled narration, this audiobook transports you into a realm where the boundaries between reality and fantasy seamlessly blur.
Audiobook Info
- Author: Ellen Datlow (editor)
- Narrator: Emily Sutton-Smith, Tim Campbell
- Duration: 14 hours and 37 minutes
- Publisher: Night Shade Books
- Release Date: October 4, 2022
Review
If your idea of a perfect evening is to be utterly unsettled by the whispered secrets of the dark, then “The Best of the Best Horror of the Year,” masterfully curated by Ellen Datlow, is your ideal companion. Rather than ease listeners in gently, this anthology plunges you headlong into its chilling embrace from the first story – each tale handpicked for its power to disturb, intrigue, and haunt long after you’ve pressed pause.
Datlow’s editorial prowess shines as she brings together twenty outstanding horror stories from some of the genre’s most acclaimed voices – Caitlín R. Kiernan, Jeff VanderMeer, Laird Barron, among others. What’s remarkable here isn’t just the diversity in subject matter – from gothic nightmares to unsettling psychological terrors – but how each story explores different facets of fear. The anthology doesn’t simply aim to frighten; it invites listeners to confront what truly disturbs us on both personal and collective levels. Every piece is its own descent into shadowy corners – sometimes supernatural, sometimes all too human.
But what truly elevates this collection into must-listen territory are the performances by Emily Sutton-Smith and Tim Campbell. Together they orchestrate an auditory symphony that captures not just terror but nuance: Campbell infuses his readings with an undercurrent of dread that builds tension even in quiet moments, while Sutton-Smith deftly balances vulnerability with resolve – her characters feel achingly real amid surreal horrors. Their vocal artistry ensures that no two stories sound alike; each narration becomes a fresh entry point into another author’s vision of darkness.
Throughout my listening experience, I was especially struck by how these narrators adapt their tone and pace to fit each story’s atmosphere – making transitions between cosmic horror and deeply personal suspense seamless yet distinct. You’re not just hearing tales; you’re being guided through them by storytellers who understand precisely when to whisper or roar.
Ultimately, “The Best of the Best Horror of the Year” stands out not only for its ability to terrify but for provoking reflection on why we’re drawn to horror in the first place. It mirrors our fears back at us – not always as monsters under beds but often as shadows within ourselves. Be prepared: these stories linger like whispers in a darkened room.
Download & Listen
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