Sapphire Blue Audiobook by Anthea Bell – translator, Kerstin Gier – Ruby Red, Book 2

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: Kerstin Gier (translated by Anthea Bell)
• Narrator: Adjoa Andoh
• Duration: 10 hours and 30 minutes
• Publisher: Hachette Audio
• Release Date: January 7, 2014
• Series: Ruby Red Trilogy
• Book: Book 2

Review

From its opening moments, “Sapphire Blue” sweeps listeners straight into the heart of time-tangled adventure – brimming with secrets, suspense, and just enough youthful wonder to keep hearts pounding with anticipation. Kerstin Gier’s imaginative sequel picks up Gwen’s story right where “Ruby Red” left off, layering fresh mysteries over old ones while pushing our heroine deeper into a centuries-old conspiracy.

At the center stands Gwyneth Shepherd – a protagonist whose charm lies in her genuine uncertainty as she stumbles through eras and etiquette lessons she never asked for. Readers will find themselves instantly rooting for Gwen: she isn’t fearless or infallible but honest about her confusion, doubts, and blossoming feelings for her enigmatic companion Gideon. The interplay between these two is charged with both romantic tension and unspoken vulnerability; Gideon’s unpredictable warmth keeps us guessing as much as Gwen herself does.

Yet what truly distinguishes this audiobook edition is Adjoa Andoh’s outstanding narration. Known for bringing characters to life across genres, Andoh elevates every scene with crisp delivery and subtle emotional cues that make even minor characters memorable. She skillfully shifts between accents and personalities – imbuing Lesley’s modern pluckiness with wit one moment before capturing ghostly warnings from ethereal figures in another. Particularly impressive are the spirited conversations between Gwen and her confidants; Andoh nails their rhythms so perfectly that it often feels like eavesdropping on real friendships forged under supernatural pressure.

While some may note occasional slow pacing as plot threads weave together (a point touched upon by reviewers elsewhere), patience here pays off tenfold: each historic detour reveals new hints about sinister intentions behind time travel’s gift – and curse – in Gwen’s family lineage. There are chills courtesy of spectral observers lurking just out of sight; there’s humor too – as Lesley googles solutions from the present to help navigate problems centuries old!

“Sapphire Blue” excels not only as YA fantasy but also as coming-of-age fiction: themes of self-discovery run parallel to high-stakes temporal quests. Gwen’s growth feels authentic against backdrops that range from glittering Georgian balls to shadowy secret societies intent on bending destiny itself.

In summary: If you’re craving richly built worlds filled with romance, intrigue, eccentric sidekicks (and even sassier ghosts!), all narrated by one of audio fiction’s great voices – this installment will absolutely delight your ears.

Download & Listen

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