THE RED-STAINED WINGS The Lotus Kingdoms, Book 2

Set in the same world as Bear's Eternal Sky series, this second audiobook in her latest trilogy tells the tale of the Lotus Kingdoms--a place as culturally vibrant and elegant as its name indicates. Rendah Heywood narrates multiple points of view, elevating the characters Mrithuri and Sayeh with her flawless performance. Heywood's voice is a beautifully accented flow of sound, with proper diction that fits the pedigree of the main character to perfection. It's lovely. And it gives the story an elegance that wraps around the lyrical prose like fine silk. Fantasy listeners who appreciate cultural immersion, beautiful writing, and a soothing narration won't want to miss this audiobook. N.H. © AudioFile 2020, Portland, Maine [Published: JANUARY 2020]