10 audiobooks for fans of The Lies of Locke Lamora
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The Book of Magic
Spiritwalker #Bloom
by Gardner Dozois, K.J. Parker, Megan Lindholm, John Crowley, Matthew Hughes, Ysabeau S. Wilce, Rachel Pollack, Eleanor Arnason, Tim Powers, Liz Williams, Garth Nix, Elizabeth Bear, Lavie Tidhar, Greg Van Eekhout, George R.R. Martin, Andy Duncan, Kate Elliott, Scott Lynch
Narrated by Elliot Hill, Karissa Vacker, Sile Bermingham, Maxwell Caulfield, Susan Denaker, Scott Brick, Bruce Mann, Holly Palance, Nicholas Guy Smith, Steve West, Various
# Audiobook Recommendation Scott Lynch's contribution to this anthology delivers the same sharp wit and intricate plotting that made The Lies of Locke Lamora compelling, while the ensemble cast of narrators brings fresh energy to exploring magic across multiple fantasy worlds. The anthology format offers a palate-cleansing listen that maintains Lynch's clever voice without requiring the same sustained narrative commitment.
★ 3.66 ABR Score (1.0K ratings)★ 3.7 Goodreads (839) ★ 4.07 Audible (191)24h 38m listening time • Released 2018 - 2
The Book of Swords
Sir Hereward and Mister Fitz #7 - A Long, Cold Trail
by Gardner Dozois, K.J. Parker, Robin Hobb, Ken Liu, Matthew Hughes, Kate Elliott, Walter Jon Williams, Daniel Abraham, C.J. Cherryh, Garth Nix, Ellen Kushner, Scott Lynch, Rich Larson, Elizabeth Bear, Lavie Tidhar, Cecelia Holland, George R.R. Martin
Narrated by John Lee, Katharine Lee McEwan, Kim Mai Guest, Elliot Hill, Richard Brewer, Nicholas Guy Smith, Kirby Heyborne, Julia Whelan, Mark Deakins, Steve West, Ralph Lister
★ 3.66 ABR Score (2.6K ratings)★ 3.67 Goodreads (2.2K) ★ 4.16 Audible (419)22h 13m listening time • Released 2017 - 3
A Court of Mist and Fury
A Court of Thorns and Roses • Book 2
Narrated by Jennifer Ikeda
★ 4.89 ABR Score (3.3M ratings)★ 4.63 Goodreads (3.3M) ★ 4.85 Audible (60.0K)23h 16m listening time • Released 2016Jennifer Ikeda's narration transforms this dark fantasy sequel into something genuinely unputdownable—her voice work captures both the vulnerability and lethal power that makes this book such a phenomenon.
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Empire of Storms
Throne of Glass • Book 5
Narrated by Elizabeth Evans
★ 4.84 ABR Score (1.3M ratings)★ 4.63 Goodreads (1.3M) ★ 4.84 Audible (33.1K)25h 18m listening time • Released 2016Elizabeth Evans transforms this sprawling fantasy epic into something genuinely unputdownable, matching her vocal intensity to Aelin's rage and vulnerability across 25 hours of pure immersion.
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The Fellowship of the Ring
The Lord of the Rings • Book 1
Narrated by Andy Serkis
Both audiobooks deliver immersive fantasy worlds enhanced by their narrators' skilled vocal performances, though Tolkien's epic world-building and themes of fellowship offer a more reverent, lyrical counterpoint to Lynch's witty, heist-driven narrative. Rob Inglis's measured, theatrical narration creates the same sense of being transported that makes Michael Page's energetic delivery so compelling, making this an ideal listen for those seeking similarly long-form fantasy escapism.
★ 4.82 ABR Score (3.2M ratings)★ 4.41 Goodreads (3.2M) ★ 4.92 Audible (24.9K)22h 38m listening time • Released 2021Andy Serkis doesn't just narrate this—he inhabits every voice so vividly that Middle-earth becomes a living, breathing world in your ears. His performance transforms the audiobook into something almost cinematic, making this the definitive way to experience Tolkien.
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Queen of Shadows
Throne of Glass • Book 4
Narrated by Elizabeth Evans
★ 4.79 ABR Score (1.5M ratings)★ 4.62 Goodreads (1.4M) ★ 4.81 Audible (21.4K)20h 43m listening time • Released 2015Elizabeth Evans elevates this dark fantasy revenge arc with a performance that captures both the queen's ruthlessness and her raw vulnerability. If you've been waiting for the series to fully ignite, this is where it does.
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The Final Empire
The Mistborn Saga • Book 1
Narrated by Michael Kramer
The Final Empire matches the intricate plotting and morally gray characters of Locke Lamora while delivering an epic scope that rewards close listening, and Michael Kramer's narration captures the same propulsive energy that makes Michael Page's performance so engaging.
★ 4.78 ABR Score (1.1M ratings)★ 4.49 Goodreads (999.3K) ★ 4.79 Audible (97.4K)24h 39m listening time • Released 2008The best entry point into Sanderson — a heist story set in a world where the Dark Lord won, with one of the cleverest magic systems ever devised.
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A Court of Wings and Ruin
A Court of Thorns and Roses • Book 3
Narrated by Amanda Leigh Cobb
★ 4.75 ABR Score (2.8M ratings)★ 4.46 Goodreads (2.8M) ★ 4.78 Audible (45.8K)25h 9m listening time • Released 2017Amanda Leigh Cobb's narration transforms this political fantasy into something visceral—her voice captures Feyre's internal warfare between vulnerability and ruthlessness so sharply you'll forget you're listening.
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Heir of Fire
Throne of Glass • Book 3
Narrated by Elizabeth Evans
★ 4.73 ABR Score (1.6M ratings)★ 4.45 Goodreads (1.6M) ★ 4.82 Audible (21.6K)17h 56m listening time • Released 2021Elizabeth Evans elevates this pivotal fantasy installment with vocal precision that matches Celaena's internal reckoning—her performance transforms the protagonist's journey from self-discovery to world-altering power into something genuinely gripping.
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The Lost Metal
The Mistborn Saga • Book 7
Narrated by Michael Kramer
Both audiobooks deliver intricate heist narratives with witty banter and morally complex protagonists navigating high-stakes schemes, though Sanderson's magic system adds a layer of technological sophistication that deepens the strategic plotting. Michael Kramer's narration matches Michael Page's skill at bringing ensemble casts to life with distinct voices, sustaining the same engaging listening experience across comparable runtimes.
★ 4.70 ABR Score (136.9K ratings)★ 4.48 Goodreads (122.5K) ★ 4.86 Audible (14.4K)18h 46m listening time • Released 2022Michael Kramer brings surgical precision to Sanderson's sprawling finale, keeping you locked in through 18+ hours of intricate plotting and emotional payoffs that actually land. This is the rare epic fantasy audiobook where the narrator's control matches the author's ambition.
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