Velvet Was the Night by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

Velvet Was the Night

A Mysterious Noir Romance Told with Heart

Narrated byGisela Chípe
Length9h52m
Release dateAugust 17, 2021
Languageenglish
★★★★ 4.1 (188 ratings)

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AuthorSilvia Moreno-Garcia
NarratorGisela Chípe
Runtime9h52m
PublishedAugust 17, 2021
Rating★★★★ 4.1 / 5 (188 ratings)
CategoriesLiterature & Fiction, Historical Fiction, World Literature, United States, Latino American, Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, Crime Fiction, Noir, Mystery, International Mystery & Crime
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Experience the gripping tale of Velvet Was the Night, where a daydreaming secretary and a lonesome enforcer navigate a noir landscape teeming with secrets and scandals. Silvia Moreno-Garcia’s vivid storytelling brings this historical setting to life, immersing listeners in a world of 1920s Mexico City. Narrated by Gisela Chípe with an eloquent and nuanced voice, the audiobook is a standout for its authentic dialect and atmospheric performances that bring every character to vivid clarity.

Tags: historical noir1920s settingmexican cityromantic mysterynuanced narration

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  • Expert narration by Gisela Chípe brings every character and scene to life across 9h52m of immersive audio.
  • Bestseller-quality story from Silvia Moreno-Garcia, rated 4.1 stars by 188 listeners.
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Editor's Review ★★★★

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Gisela Chípe’s narration breathes life into the complex characters of Velvet Was the Night, infusing the story with a distinctive warmth and depth. Her ability to shift between the timid voice of the secretary and the brooding tone of the enforcer is nothing short of masterful. The pacing keeps listeners engaged from start to finish, but there’s an occasional slow burn that might test patience for those seeking non-stop action. Moreno-Garcia’s writing is rich with sensory detail, painting a captivating picture of 1920s Mexico City, which Gisela captures through her nuanced performances. A must-listen for fans of historical noir and atmospheric fiction.

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