Audible Essentials

The Audible Essentials

Our Editors have selected these titles as the best of the best, the top must-listens on Audible.
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  • The Tattooist of Auschwitz cover art
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    • The Tattooist of Auschwitz

    • A Novel
    • Written by: Heather Morris
    • Narrated by: Richard Armitage
    • Series: The Tattooist of Auschwitz, Book 1
    • Length: 7 hrs and 25 mins
    • Release date: 2018-09-04
    • Language: English
    • 2,658 ratings
    • Why We Think It's Essential
    • It's almost impossible to believe that this historical fiction novel was based on a true story of a survivor. It's absolutely chilling to hear all of the little things that had to go right to bring him through to the end. Richard Armitage lends a truly expert performance to the story, bringing the listener deep into the psyche of Lale. – Tori, Audible Editor

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    • Circe

    • Written by: Madeline Miller
    • Narrated by: Perdita Weeks
    • Length: 12 hrs and 8 mins
    • Release date: 2018-04-10
    • Language: English
    • 2,904 ratings
    • Why We Think It's Essential
    • Madeline Miller re-imagines Greek goddess Circe in an allegorical saga of a woman who learns to take charge of her life. Perdita Weeks narrates and exquisitely captures what it means to be human, even if you are descended from the gods. – Tori, Audible Editor

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    • You

    • Written by: Caroline Kepnes
    • Narrated by: Santino Fontana
    • Series: You, Book 1
    • Length: 11 hrs and 6 mins
    • Release date: 2014-09-30
    • Language: English
    • 400 ratings
    • Why We Think It's Essential
    • *You* is the kind of story that stays with you long after you’ve read it, but the audiobook narration increases the creepiness factor exponentially. Santino Fontana draws you in immediately and keeps you hooked till the very last sentence. It's one of those rare books I've listened to over and over. – Melissa, Member Engagement

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    • Seven Fallen Feathers

    • Written by: Tanya Talaga
    • Narrated by: Michaela Washburn
    • Length: 9 hrs and 7 mins
    • Release date: 2018-05-08
    • Language: English
    • 693 ratings
    • Why We Think It's Essential
    • Anishinaabe-Canadian journalist and author Tanya Talaga weaves a painful and intricate true account of the deaths of seven young Indigenous high school students in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Performed by Métis narrator Michaela Washburn, this is a searing look at the treatment of Indigenous communities today, and should be required listening for every Canadian. – Tori, Audible Editor

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    • Bad Blood

    • Secrets and Lies in a Silicon Valley Startup
    • Written by: John Carreyrou
    • Narrated by: Will Damron
    • Length: 11 hrs and 37 mins
    • Release date: 2018-05-21
    • Language: English
    • 1,528 ratings
    • Why We Think It's Essential
    • This is a captivating in-depth exposé on one of the biggest corporate frauds in history. A multi-billion dollar biotech company managed to convince Silicon Valley, politicians, and skilled investors that their product was the revolutionary medical innovation of the future. The truth was, it didn't work. Through cunning deception and megalomaniacal confidence, founder Elizabeth Holmes and her colleagues committed heinous acts of fraud, intimidation, and retaliation to keep the Theranos ship afloat. This audiobook gives real meaning to the phrase ''truth is stranger than fiction.'' – Tori, Audible Editor

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    • The Hidden Life of Trees

    • What They Feel, How They Communicate - Discoveries from a Secret World
    • Written by: Peter Wohlleben
    • Narrated by: Mike Grady
    • Series: The Mysteries of Nature Trilogy, Book 1
    • Length: 7 hrs and 33 mins
    • Release date: 2016-09-13
    • Language: English
    • 714 ratings
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    • I've been fascinated by trees since I was a kid traipsing through the woods, and this wonderful and informative listen from forester Peter Wohlleben blew me away. From using a vast communication network through their roots to living together like human families, our tall, leafy neighbours–our oxygen suppliers and thus essential to our survival–will enlighten you about life and death in the natural world. – Sarah, Audible Editor

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    • The Mists of Avalon

    • Written by: Marion Zimmer Bradley
    • Narrated by: Davina Porter
    • Series: Avalon, Book 1
    • Length: 50 hrs and 53 mins
    • Release date: 2012-06-19
    • Language: English
    • 253 ratings
    • Why We Think It's Essential
    • You may think you know the story of King Arthur and Camelot, but you've never heard it like this. Writing from the perspective of once-background female characters like Gwenhwyfar, Marion Zimmer Bradley reinvents the epic fantasy genre–and at 50 hours, you'll treasure this richly woven tale of female empowerment for weeks to come. – Sarah, Audible Editor

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    • The Fellowship of the Ring

    • Book One in The Lord of the Rings Trilogy
    • Written by: J. R. R. Tolkien
    • Narrated by: Rob Inglis
    • Series: The Lord of the Rings, Book 1
    • Length: 19 hrs and 7 mins
    • Release date: 2012-10-09
    • Language: English
    • 2,853 ratings
    • Why We Think It's Essential
    • The original fantasy epic that has spawned many imitators and few equals, J. R. R. Tolkien's sprawling saga of hobbits, elves, and one very important quest to destroy an evil ring comes to life in audio; thrillingly narrated by actor and LOTR mega-fan Rob Inglis. His love of the story comes through with distinct and memorable character voices. – Sarah, Audible Editor

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    • Lady in the Lake

    • A Novel
    • Written by: Laura Lippman
    • Narrated by: Susan Bennett
    • Length: 10 hrs and 44 mins
    • Release date: 2019-07-23
    • Language: English
    • 20 ratings
    • Why We Think It's Essential
    • If you're new to mystery, the stories of Laura Lippman are an excellent introduction to the genre. Combining surrealist fiction with heart-stopping thrills, I guarantee *Lady in the Lake* will keep you up listening long past your bedtime. – Sarah, Audible Editor

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