Forty Proof and Dead

Name: Forty Proof and Dead
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Rating: 4.8 (1800 reviews)
Author: Tia Didmon

Drag queen vampires wage war over a blood rebel

Written byTia Didmon

Narrated byKatie Hagaman

Length4h15m

Release dateJanuary 12, 2024

GenreRomance, Paranormal, Science Fiction & Fantasy

LanguageEnglish

★★★★☆ 4.8 (1,800 ratings)

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Author	Tia Didmon
Narrator	Katie Hagaman
Runtime	4h15m
Published	January 12, 2024
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.8 / 5 (1,800 ratings)
Categories	Romance, Paranormal, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Fantasy, Paranormal & Urban
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

About This Audiobook

Tia Didmon’s *Forty Proof and Dead* delivers a deliciously chaotic romp through the Shadow Bone clan where blood, glitter, and betrayal collide. The story follows a fledgling death dealer—our snarky, drag-queen-turned-vampire protagonist—as she navigates a family of bloodthirsty immortals who treat protocol like a suggestion. Her ex, a chaotic drag queen with an axe to grind, keeps sabotaging her already unstable initiation, while her vampire mentor and clan leader bicker over her fate like warring parents. The worldbuilding leans into gothic excess with a modern edge: think neon-lit crypts, drag nights in the catacombs, and every clan meeting feeling like a high-stakes Drag Race elimination. Didmon’s prose crackles with wit, but the real star is the audacious premise—vampire clans run like queens competing for a crown, and the stakes are as sharp as the fangs. The audiobook nails the campy horror-comedy vibe, but it’s the drag culture infusion that makes this feel fresh. If you’ve ever wanted *Interview with the Vampire* meets *RuPaul’s Drag Race* with a side of mortal peril, this is your book.

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

AudioBook Atlas

Narrator Katie Hagaman is the secret weapon here, transforming what could’ve been a messy tonal whiplash into a full-throttle performance. Her voice shifts effortlessly between the protagonist’s biting sarcasm, the mentor’s gravelly authority, and the ex’s queen-bee dramatics, making every character distinct without resorting to caricature. The pacing is relentless, with Hagaman’s timing hitting the comedic beats dead-on—especially during the drag-queen confrontation scenes, where the dialogue sizzles. That said, the romance subplot felt rushed, and the worldbuilding occasionally sacrificed clarity for style. Some clan politics were glossed over, leaving me wishing for deeper lore on the Shadow Bone’s hierarchy. The production is clean, with subtle sound design that enhances immersion but never distracts. Overall, it’s a near-flawless audiobook experience if you’re here for the drama, the glitter, and the vampires—just don’t expect a deep dive into lore. Hagaman’s performance alone is worth the listen, even if the plot occasionally stumbles under its own ambition.

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