THIS VICIOUS GRACE The Last Finestra, Book 1

Carlotta Brentan and Michael Gallagher narrate an addictive dark fantasy in which a young woman attempts to prevent her beloved island from being destroyed by demonic forces. Alessa serves as the Finestra, or magical amplifier, on the island of Saverio. When she's united with her counterpart, the Fonte, she will be instrumental in preventing an attack by a decimating swarm of demons. Narrating most of the story, Brentan brings listeners into the action; Gallagher's narration, however, sounds out of place as he narrates only a handful of chapters. Brentan switches between Italian and English with an engaging shift in intonation while maintaining the compelling romantic tension. This story of political intrigue, romance, and dark fantasy is elevated by Brentan's steadfast narration. J.M.M. © AudioFile 2022, Portland, Maine [Published: AUGUST 2022]