Cursed by S.J. West

Cursed

Love clashes with destiny in a supernatural twist

Written byS.J. West
Narrated byChrista Lewis
Length8h49m
Release dateJune 2, 2014
LanguageEnglish
★★★★ 4.3 (4 ratings)

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AuthorS.J. West
NarratorChrista Lewis
Runtime8h49m
PublishedJune 2, 2014
Rating★★★★ 4.3 / 5 (4 ratings)
CategoriesTeen & Young Adult, Romance, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Fantasy
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Lilly’s life is a carefully constructed fantasy—until Brand arrives, challenging everything she believes about love and fate. *Cursed* by S.J. West isn’t just another paranormal romance; it’s a grittier, more introspective take on star-crossed dreams and the messy reality of second chances. The story kicks off with Lilly clinging to the ghost of a childhood love, Will, whose memory has become a crutch for her adolescent ideals. But when Brand, a ruggedly mysterious stranger, enters her life, she’s forced to confront whether her heart is truly open—or if it’s still locked in the past. West balances emotional depth with sharp dialogue, making this more than a love triangle; it’s a battle between nostalgia and new beginnings. The sci-fi elements aren’t mere window dressing—they’re integral to the plot, weaving in themes of time, choice, and the curses we place on ourselves. If you crave romance with teeth, this is your next obsession.

What sets this audiobook apart is Christa Lewis’s narration, which doesn’t just deliver lines—it *inhabits* them. Her voice shifts seamlessly between Lilly’s brittle optimism, Brand’s brooding intensity, and the eerie cadence of secondary characters, making each scene feel intimate. The pacing is relentless, with Lewis’s delivery mirroring the story’s emotional volatility: one moment you’re swept into a dreamy flashback, the next you’re jolted back to reality by a scene that’s equal parts tender and tense. The production quality is crisp, with subtle sound design enhancing the supernatural atmosphere without overpowering the dialogue. For listeners who want romance that’s as cerebral as it is swoony, *Cursed* delivers a spellbinding listen.

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  • Expert narration by Christa Lewis brings every character and scene to life across 8h49m of immersive audio.
  • Highly rated at 4.3 stars by 4 listeners.
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Editor's Review ★★★★

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Christa Lewis’s narration is the secret sauce of this audiobook—she doesn’t just read the words; she *becomes* them. Lilly’s voice crackles with a brittle, almost teenage brittleness that makes her obsession with Will feel tragically real, while Brand’s gruff, understated tone is the perfect foil to her fragility. Lewis nails the emotional beats, particularly in the quieter moments where Lilly’s indecision simmers just beneath the surface. The production team deserves credit too; the ambient sounds—rustling leaves, distant echoes, a faint hum of something otherworldly—are subtle but effective, never distracting from the story itself. That said, the love triangle at the heart of *Cursed* isn’t as fresh as it could be. Lilly’s attachment to Will borders on unhealthy, and while the narrative frames it as tragic, it’s hard not to side-eye her for clinging to a ghost for years. The sci-fi elements also feel a bit shoehorned at times, as if the story is trying to prove it’s more than just romance but doesn’t fully commit to the genre’s possibilities. Still, the chemistry between Lilly and Brand crackles, and the book’s refusal to give easy answers about destiny versus choice makes it worth the listen. If you’re in the mood for a romance that’s as much about healing as it is about heartbreak, this one will hook you—even if it occasionally stumbles into melodrama.

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