THE SHUTOUTS

In the sequel to Korn's YOURS FOR THE TAKING, narrator Gail Shalan captures the desperation of two women as each works to survive in a world changed by politics and climate. Listeners learn why Kelly deserted her daughter, Orchid, seven years earlier and is making the dangerous trip home in 2041 to reunite with her. Woven into this story is Orchid's quest in 2078 to find her estranged lover, Ada. Shalan's compelling pacing works well with the range of emotions and nuances she provides for the characters and storylines--including a child-abusing cult leader, repressed lovers, and the search for a stolen child. Shalan's intense portrayal of the regret, fear, and frustration felt by Kelly and Orchid is remarkable. S.D.B. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2024, Portland, Maine [Published: DECEMBER 2024]