AudioFile - Find your next great audiobook
Get our Newsletter

THE WILDES A Novel in Five Acts

Earphones Award Winner

by | Read by Elisabeth Rodgers, Damian Lynch, P.J. Ochlan, Louis Bayard

Historical Fiction • 9.75 hrs. • Unabridged • © 2024

Impressive performances from a stellar cast transform this "Novel in Five Acts" into an absorbing listening experience. Focusing less on Oscar Wilde's affairs and gross indecency trial, Bayard's look behind the scenes probes their damaging psychological effects on Wilde's wife and young sons. Elisabeth Rodgers is simply amazing as Oscar's wife, Constance, suddenly realizes what's been going on for years. Rodgers underplays her pain, allowing her strength to shine. Damian Lynch as son Cyril is superb as a soldier who is living through the horrors of WWI trench warfare. P.J. Ochlan is sensitive, portraying son Vyvyan as he finally breaks down in his search for answers, while author Bayard narrates various roles with controlled assurance. Perfect for audio, this is historical fiction at its best. S.J.H. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2024, Portland, Maine [Published: OCTOBER 2024]

Trade Ed. • Hachette Audio • 2024

DD ISBN 9781668643365 $27.99

Advertisement Advertisement
The latest audiobook reviews, right in your inbox.

Get our FREE Newsletter and discover a world of audiobooks.

envelope

AudioFile Newsletter

Let us recommend your next great audiobook!

No algorithms here!
We pick great audiobooks for you.
Sign up for our free newsletter with audiobook love from AudioFile editors.

If you are already with us, thank you! Just click X above.

×

Thank you for signing up.

×

Thanks!

Thank you for contacting us!

Our group will review and follow up within 72 hours.
Thanks for your interest!

Back Home ×

Thanks!

Thank you for signing up!

Our group will review and follow up soon.

Back Home ×