PLAYING THE PALACE

Michael Urie's rambunctious narration will have listeners laughing at this unlikely romance between the charitable Crown Prince Edgar and chaotic event planner Carter Ogden. Carter is newly single and reevaluating his life. Urie's upbeat voice and quippy tone are a perfect fit for the indomitable New Yorker whose chance encounter with Prince Edgar sparks an unexpected romance. Urie's work with accents is astonishing. In addition to a variety of New York accents for Carter's large family, Urie also provides an impressive British accent for Edgar and the rest of the royal family, whom Carter comically fails to impress. At times, Urie's dialogue can go over the top, but he is always able to tone it down for the quiet heartfelt moments. J.E.C. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine [Published: JUNE 2021]