10 audiobooks for fans of Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil
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The Fragile Threads of Power
Threads of Power • Book 1
by V.E. Schwab, Victoria Schwab
Narrated by Kate Reading, Marisa Calin, Michael Kramer
The Fragile Threads of Power continues Schwab's richly layered fantasy world with the same atmospheric storytelling and ensemble cast dynamics, enhanced by the familiar vocal chemistry between narrators Marisa Calin and her co-performers. Those drawn to the intricate character work and dark, immersive tone of Bury Our Bones will find the same narrative depth and haunting prose in this expanded audiobook experience.
★ 4.28 ABR Score (47.9K ratings)★ 4.26 Goodreads (47.0K) ★ 4.66 Audible (847)21h 35m listening time • Released 2023Schwab's return to her Darker Shade of Magic world crackles with intricate magic and political intrigue, while three narrators masterfully embody distinct perspectives across a sprawling, interconnected story.
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A Conjuring of Light
Shades of Magic • Book 3
by V.E. Schwab, Victoria Schwab
Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer
Schwab's signature blend of dark magic, morally complex characters, and richly layered world-building that captivates in *Bury Our Bones* returns in *A Conjuring of Light*, while the dual narration in both audiobooks creates an immersive listening experience that draws you deeper into their atmospheric, character-driven narratives.
★ 4.34 ABR Score (202.0K ratings)★ 4.29 Goodreads (196.6K) ★ 4.57 Audible (5.4K)19h 3m listening time • Released 2017Kate Reading and Michael Kramer's dual narration transforms this epic finale into something rare: a fully realized audio experience where every character feels distinctly alive. The emotional gut-punches land harder when delivered by voices this skilled.
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A Gathering of Shadows
Shades of Magic • Book 2
by V.E. Schwab, Victoria Schwab
Narrated by Michael Kramer, Kate Reading
V.E. Schwab's signature blend of intricate worldbuilding, morally complex characters, and atmospheric tension carries through to *A Gathering of Shadows*, offering the same richly layered fantasy experience with dual narrators who bring depth to its ensemble cast. Both works showcase her mastery of building tension through character development and magic systems that feel both wondrous and dangerous.
★ 4.28 ABR Score (243.6K ratings)★ 4.19 Goodreads (237.5K) ★ 4.53 Audible (6.1K)16h 9m listening time • Released 2016Kramer and Reading's dual narration transforms this sequel into pure magic—their distinct voices make the multiple POVs feel like separate worlds colliding, and the audiobook experience genuinely elevates Schwab's already intricate storytelling.
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Brief Cases
The Dresden Files #15.6 • Book 15
by Jim Butcher
Narrated by James Marsters, Jim Butcher, Cassandra Campbell, Julia Whelan, Oliver Wyman
Both audiobooks deliver richly layered fantasy worlds through compelling ensemble narration, with Julia Whelan's skilled performance anchoring intimate character moments within larger magical landscapes. *Brief Cases* offers the same immersive listening experience with interconnected stories that reward close attention, balancing darker themes with moments of wit and humanity.
★ 4.58 ABR Score (36.1K ratings)★ 4.4 Goodreads (23.9K) ★ 4.82 Audible (12.2K)15h 30m listening time • Released 2018James Marsters brings Harry Dresden to life with such perfect chemistry that the ensemble cast of narrators elevates each story—a short story collection that actually justifies the audiobook format instead of feeling like filler.
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The Iron Flower
The Black Witch Chronicles • Book 2
by Laurie Forest
Narrated by JULIA WHELAN
★ 4.45 ABR Score (33.2K ratings)★ 4.3 Goodreads (30.8K) ★ 4.8 Audible (2.4K)19h 10m listening time • Released 2018 - 6
The Shadow Wand
The Black Witch Chronicles • Book 3
by Laurie Forest
Narrated by Julia Whelan
★ 4.20 ABR Score (24.1K ratings)★ 4.06 Goodreads (22.6K) ★ 4.64 Audible (1.5K)19h 50m listening time • Released 2020Julia Whelan's narration captures the raw intensity of Elloren's isolation and impossible choices, making this climactic installment genuinely gripping. The emotional stakes hit harder when delivered through Whelan's nuanced performance.
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A Darker Shade of Magic
Shades of Magic • Book 1
by V.E. Schwab, Victoria Schwab
Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer
V.E. Schwab's signature blend of dark atmosphere, morally complex characters, and richly layered fantasy worlds translates seamlessly across both works, while the dual narration in *A Darker Shade of Magic* offers an equally immersive listening experience in a more compact format. Readers drawn to Schwab's exploration of power, sacrifice, and the supernatural will find the same lyrical prose and intricate world-building that made *Bury Our Bones* compelling.
★ 4.02 ABR Score (435.0K ratings)★ 4.03 Goodreads (435.0K) ★ 4.28 Audible (40)11h 16m listening time • Released 2025Kate Reading and Michael Kramer's dual narration transforms this into something richer than the book alone—their voices perfectly separate Kell's internal world from the dangerous external one he navigates across Londons.
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The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E Schwab (Illumicrate 'Life and Death' Exclusive)
Narrated by Julia Whelan
Both works showcase Schwab's gift for weaving atmospheric, character-driven fantasy with emotional depth, and Julia Whelan's narration brings the same lyrical, haunting quality to *Addie LaRue*'s exploration of love and sacrifice across time. The comparable runtime and intimate narrative voice create an equally immersive listening experience that lingers long after the final chapter.
★ 4.50 ABR Score (41.7K ratings)★ 4.6 Audible (41.7K)17h 31m listening time • Released 2020Julia Whelan's narration captures the centuries-spanning melancholy of a woman forgotten by everyone she meets, making you feel the weight of invisibility in a way the prose alone couldn't.
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The Once and Future Queen
The Lives of Guinevere • Book 1
by Paula Lafferty
Narrated by Julia Whelan
Julia Whelan's commanding narration brings the same atmospheric intensity to this reimagined Arthurian tale, layering emotional depth into a fantasy that explores power, legacy, and the weight of impossible choices. Both audiobooks immerse listeners in richly constructed worlds where female characters navigate complex moral landscapes against sweeping historical backdrops.
★ 4.15 ABR Score (6.4K ratings)★ 4.19 Goodreads (6.3K) ★ 4.79 Audible (154)16h 16m listening time • Released 2025Julia Whelan's performance captures Vera's modern irreverence clashing against medieval Camelot with such warmth and humor that this Arthurian retelling becomes genuinely hard to put down.
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Songs of Love and Death: All-Original Tales of Star-Crossed Love
Guardians #3.6 - The Demon Dancer
by George R.R. Martin, Gardner Dozois, Daniel Abraham, Jacqueline Carey, Lisa Tuttle, Linnea Sinclair, Mary Jo Putney, Tanith Lee, Peter S. Beagle, Yasmine Galenorn, Diana Gabaldon, Jo Beverley, Carrie Vaughn, M.L.N. Hanover, Cecelia Holland, Melinda M. Snodgrass, Robin Hobb, Neil Gaiman, Marjorie M. Liu, Jim Butcher
Narrated by Phil Gigante, Michael Page, Susan Duerden, Julia Whelan
★ 3.57 ABR Score (4.4K ratings)★ 3.76 Goodreads (4.3K) ★ 3.76 Audible (190)19h 39m listening time • Released 2011
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