Kingdom of the Wicked

About This Audiobook

Set in a lushly rendered 19th-century Sicily brimming with dark magic and whispered curses, *Kingdom of the Wicked* follows Emilia, a witch whose quiet life shatters when her twin sister Vittoria is brutally murdered. What begins as a personal quest for justice spirals into a dangerous alliance with Wrath, one of the Seven Princes of Hell—each as beguiling as they are treacherous. Kerri Maniscalco blends Italian folklore, occult rituals, and a simmering slow-burn romance into a fantasy that feels both fresh and classically gothic. The world drips with atmosphere: candlelit catacombs, blood pacts, and the ever-present scent of sulfur beneath sweet orange blossoms. Marisa Calin’s narration elevates the tension with a poised, intimate delivery that captures Emilia’s grief, fury, and growing power. Her voice shifts subtly between characters, giving each demon prince a distinct aura—especially Wrath, whose voice coils with predatory charm. The audiobook’s production is crisp, with well-timed silences that let the dread breathe. While the plot leans into familiar YA fantasy beats, the Italian-inspired witchcraft and morally gray supernatural politics offer a refreshing twist. This is a binge-worthy listen for fans of *Captive Prince* meets *The Witcher*, where every alliance costs blood and desire is just another form of magic.