THE NUDE

Aida Reluzco's narration immerses listeners in this novel's tension and sensuality. Art historian Elizabeth Clarke arrives on a Greek island, intent on acquiring a specific sculpture. Reluzco's delivery captures Elizabeth's ambition, uncertainty, and growing obsession. She maximizes the suspense between the art deal and the island's secrets, as well as enhances the novel's rich depictions of the island's heat, light, and atmosphere. Her delivery becomes more intense as Elizabeth becomes entangled in overlapping relationships with her tour guide and his talented but taciturn wife. Moments of quiet introspection contrast with high-stakes negotiations, keeping listeners engaged. The novel's themes of art, power, and desire unfold compellingly through Reluzco's narration, making this an absorbing listening experience filled with intrigue. M.R. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: FEBRUARY 2025]