FREE-FALLING

This is the debut novel by Nicola Moriarty--sister of bestselling authors Liane and Jaclyn Moriarty. Fellow Australian Sophie Loughran narrates this heartwarming, romantic story about a young woman whose fiancé is killed in a convenience store shooting. Loughran portrays the youthful, bereft Belinda in a high-pitched reedy voice, which conveys her grief, disillusionment, and resilience. Equally important to the story is Evelyn, the murdered man's mother, who has her own way of handling grief. Her voice is stronger, more mature and robust. There are lighter moments in the story, even some humorous ones, and, of course, happy endings all around. D.L.G. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine [Published: DECEMBER 2021]