The Beast's Heart by Leife Shallcross

The Beast's Heart

Shallcross's Sensual Retelling of Beauty in the Beast

Narrated byJim Dale
Length13h34m
Release dateFebruary 12, 2019
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.6 (283 ratings)

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Quick Facts

AuthorLeife Shallcross
NarratorJim Dale
Runtime13h34m
PublishedFebruary 12, 2019
Rating★★★★☆ 4.6 / 5 (283 ratings)
CategoriesRomance, Fantasy, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Fairy Tales
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Leife Shallcross's lyrical prose weaves a captivating retelling of Beauty and the Beast from the enchanting Beast's point of view. Told with sensuality, vulnerability, and poetic depth, Shallcross masterfully reimagines this timeless tale, transporting listeners to seventeenth-century France. Narrator Jim Dale brings the Beast's turmoil to life, imbuing the character with a depth of emotion that will leave listeners entwined in his plight.

With a runtime of nearly 14 hours, this audiobook is an immersive experience that unfolds at a leisurely yet engaging pace. Dale's expressive voice navigates the complex interior world of the Beast with nuance, exploring the intersection of beauty and monstrosity. His narration is a perfect complement to Shallcross's vivid storytelling, conjuring the crumbling châteaux, lavish courts, and moonlit gardens that serve as the backdrop to the Beast's poignant journey.

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  • Expert narration by Jim Dale brings every character and scene to life across 13h34m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

AudioBook Atlas

As I devoured The Beast's Heart, I found myself utterly enthralled by Jim Dale's masterful narration. His voice conjured the shadows and candlelight of the Beast's castle, imbuing the story with a haunting, mystical quality. Shallcross's poetic prose danced in my ears, revealing the inner workings of the Beast's tortured soul with a tenderness that is both heartbreaking and mesmerizing. My only quibble lies in the occasional disconnect between the Beast's introspection and the rapid action, which occasionally left me feeling slightly disoriented. However, this minor complaint dissipated as I became fully submerged in Shallcross's enchanting world. The pacing, like the narration, is carefully calibrated to emphasize the tender and the tragic, coaxing listeners toward an emotional connection with the Beast. Shallcross's nuanced exploration of love, beauty, and what it means to be a monster or a man is both thoughtful and subversive. This audiobook will appeal to fans of beautifully crafted fantasy, slow-burning romance, and atmospheric storytelling, promising to leave even the most discerning listeners haunted by the Beast's unforgettable heart.

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