Angel Time audiobook – Songs of the Seraphim Series, Book 1

Nestled in a cozy café on a chilly evening, with soft jazz playing in the background, I delved into the depths of Anne Rice’s Angel Time audiobook. The dim ambiance and the sporadic laughter from a nearby table seemed like a fitting backdrop for this thrilling narrative.

Anne Rice, best known for her deep dives into the worlds of vampires and other mystic beings, ventures into uncharted territory with the “Songs of the Seraphim Series”. This transition, while audacious, is masterfully executed. The story introduces us to Toby O’Dare, a contract killer with cold, unyielding disposition, always executing orders from The Right Man.

Just when you think you’ve got a grasp on Toby’s dark world, Anne Rice pulls the rug out from under you. An unexpected stranger offers Toby a radically different task, thrusting him into an alternate realm – the 13th century, to be precise. The juxtaposition of a cold-blooded killer against a backdrop of redemption and spiritual awakening is both gripping and evocative. This blend of contrasting worlds reminds me of the exquisite duality present in Rice’s works such as Prince Lestat and the Realms of Atlantis and Blood Communion.

Paul Michael’s narration is nothing short of enchanting. His voice captures Toby’s internal turmoil and the eeriness of the alternate realms with captivating intensity. With every twist and turn in the narrative, Michael’s voice seemed to mirror the rollercoaster of emotions I was experiencing.

Angel Time audiobook is a testament to Anne Rice’s versatility as an author. The story is a labyrinth of emotions, time periods, and spiritual introspections that leaves you pondering about redemption, choices, and the fluidity of time.