ACTS OF VIOLET

Brittany Pressley skillfully headlines an expansive full cast in this immersive audio production. Violet Volk is a dazzling and daring superstar magician. When she vanishes during her flashiest performance yet, her sister, Sasha, is left behind to pick up the pieces. Ten years later, unanswered questions continue to haunt Sasha; her daughter, Quinn; and Violet’s legions of devoted fans. This intriguing mystery sounds as if it were designed for audio with its clever mix of traditional narration intercut with emails, newspaper articles, and a fictitious podcast that could pass for any number of real true-crime series. The large cast of outstanding narrators is seamlessly woven together with well-chosen music and sound effects. Pressley keeps the entire panorama grounded as it revolves around her. N.M. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award, 2023 Audies Finalist © AudioFile 2022, Portland, Maine [Published: SEPTEMBER 2022]