Mystery & Fantasy Audiobooks

Goodly and Grave in A Bad Case of Kidnap

"An archly funny, classic mystery adventure with a magic twist! Lucy Goodly is the new boot girl at Grave Hall, working for the cold, aloof Lord Grave. The other staff – Vonk the Butler, Mrs Crawley the cook and Violet the scullery maid – all seem friendly but Lucy soon notices that strange things are afoot in her new home – and not just Mrs Crawley’s experimental anchovy omelettes. There are moving statues, magical books and Lord Grave has a secret. Meanwhile, all over the country, children are vanishing. Could the mystery of the missing children be linked to the strange goings-on? Lucy is determined to find out…"

Justine Windsor (Author), Laura Kirman (Narrator)

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The Lights Under the Lake: A Scarlet and Ivy Mystery

"The fourth unputdownable mystery in the thrilling and bestselling SCARLET AND IVY series, perfect for fans of MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKE, SINCLAIR’S MYSTERIES and THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL. Scarlet and Ivy’s school trip takes a turn for the worse as another mystery begins to unfold… It’s summer, and the students of Rookwood School are thrilled to learn of a special trip to Shady Pines Hotel on the shores of Lake Seren. But the old hotel and the waters of the lake are covering up dark secrets. And when mysterious things start happening to hotel guests, it seems that a malicious new threat is haunting Scarlet and Ivy. Locals say that at night you can hear the ringing of the church bells and see lights under the lake. Could it be troubled souls buried in the flooded graveyard who are no longer at rest…? Discover the complete SCARLET AND IVY series, with six mesmerising mysteries to dive into. ‘A true page-turning, nail-biting mystery’ Guardian Children’s Reviews on SCARLET AND IVY"

Sophie Cleverly (Author), Sarah Ovens (Narrator)

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Dark Shadows: Yes, Another Misadventure

"The Chicken Squad is back for their fourth (mis)adventure, and this time they're facing their darkest mystery yet: shadows! A hilarious, 'easy to read' (Booklist) chapter book from the bestselling author of Click, Clack, Moo and The Trouble with Chickens. There's a big, SHADOWY, mystery lurking about on what was supposed to be a nice chicken-family vacation to a farm. Sugar is certain that she is being watched, and when Poppy's beloved shoe (the shoe that keeps her safe and snug) goes missing, Sugar is sure that this shadow is the culprit. But how does the Chicken Squad tackle a shadow? And do it without ruining the family reunion.which includes meeting eighty-five cousins whose names all begin with the letter B, a lesson on figuring out perimeters (no, Sugar, the perimeter of a car is not one mile), and deciding how many bags of jellybeans one should pack for a road trip?"

Doreen Cronin (Author), Adam Grupper, Michele Medlin (Narrator)

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Basil and the Cave of Cats

"The Sherlock Holmes of the mouse world solves another thrilling case! Basil the moust detective sets off on a journey to solve one of the greatest mysteries of mousedom: Do miniature cats exist? Leading mouse scientists aren't certain, but they believe answers can be found in the Far East. Thus begins the story of an unusual quest. As Basil sets sail for the Far East - and the lost island of Kataarh - danger stalks him at every turn. Our hero is determined to unravel the mystery of these mini-cats and their mouse king!"

Eve Titus (Author), Ralph Lister (Narrator)

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[Dutch; Flemish] - Carve the Mark

"In dit fantastische sciencefictionverhaal creëert Veronica Roth een universum waarin iedereen een unieke gave heeft. Cyra's gave geeft haar pijn, maar ze kan ook anderen onnoemelijk veel pijn doen. Haar broer Ryzek heerst als een tiran over hun planeet, Shotet. Ryzek misbruikt Cyra's gave om zijn vijanden te martelen. Maar Cyra is veel meer dan een wapen in handen van haar broer: ze is snel, veerkrachtig en slimmer dan hij denkt. Wanneer Akos uit het naburige rijk Thuvhe als gevangene in Cyra's wereld terechtkomt, lijkt de vijandschap tussen hun landen en hun families onoverkomelijk. Samengebracht door het lot moeten ze een allesbepalende keuze maken."

Veronica Roth (Author), Anne Van Veen (Narrator)

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The Castle in the Mist

"In the tradition of Edward Eager and E.L. Konigsburg, a novel about the excitement-and the dangers-of wishing. Tess and her brother, Max, are sent for the summer to their aunt's sleepy village in the English countryside, where excitement is as rare as a good wifi signal. So when Tess stumbles upon an old brass key that unlocks an ornately carved gate, attached to a strangely invisible wall, she jumps at the chance for adventure. And the world beyond the gate doesn't disappoint. She finds rose gardens, a maze made of hedges, and a boy named William who is just as lonely as she is.   But at William's castle, strange things begin to happen. Carnival games are paid for in wishes, dreams seem to come alive, and then there's William's eerie warning: Beware of the hawthorn trees. A warning that chills Tess to the bone.   In a magical, fantasy world that blurs the line between reality and imagination, readers are left to wonder exactly what they'd wish for if wishes could come true. Perfect for fans of Half Magic and The Secret Garden-and for anyone who's ever wondered if magic is real. For the further adventures of Tess and Max, be sure to check out Amy Ephron's Carnival Magic! Praise for The Castle in the Mist: "Bursting with imagination and warmth, Amy Ephron's first novel for young people is a magical book in all ways."-Holly Goldberg Sloan, New York Times bestselling author of Counting by 7s 'This beautiful story's quiet, peaceful tone nicely evokes both the serenity of country life and the haunting magic of the castle, and the emotional heft of Tess and Max's separation from their parents, as well as their strong bond, keeps the tale firmly grounded in reality. Perfect for middle-graders who love classic fantasy.'-Booklist 'Rich description of the castle along with an elaborate map at the book's beginning and an illustration at the end enhance the fantasy world....A sequel is suggested; beguiled readers will hope it happens.'-Kirkus Reviews 'There are scenes...that are transcendent in their beautiful, ethereal descriptions [in this] uplifting novel about family and connection.'-BCCB 'A slightly darker, updated take on magical realism classics such as Edward Eager's Half Magic and E. Nesbit's The Enchanted Castle.'-School Library Journal 'A near-perfect 9....This book defies gravity because it's hard to put down!'-Time for Kids, kid reporter 'Ephron renders this magical world with such assertive beauty that readers of all ages, who are fortunate enough to believe in the power of magic, will enjoy immersing themselves in the roller-coaster fun of these stories, and come to trust, even if for a short time, that in this 'alternate universe' it is possible for us to come together and 'touch the sky.''-Jewish Journal"

Amy Ephron (Author), Laraine Newman (Narrator)

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Dangerous Games

"Fans of the award-winning SLATED trilogy won't want to miss this exclusive ebook sequel to Mind Games, a new psychological thriller from Teri Terry! Sixteen years after Luna took on the might of PareCo, her daughter Liberty is fighting for her independence, fighting for her freedom, fighting to discover who she really is. Constantly pushing the boundaries of what she can do in the virtual space of the void and still survive in the real world, it is only a matter of time before Liberty goes too far. And when the mysterious Ex offers to tell Liberty all her mother's secrets, it seems too good an opportunity to resist. But how will Liberty know what is real, or who she can trust - especially when it seems that the future of the void, and of the non-virtual world it connects to, may be at risk of destruction? (P) Orchard Books 2017"

Teri Terry (Author), Erin Shanagher (Narrator)

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Journey on a Runaway Train

"Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny didn't think the old trunk in their house held anything interesting. But an unusual statue they find inside leads them to the Reddimus Society, a secret guild dedicated to returning lost treasures to where they belong. Now the Aldens must help their new friends by traveling across the country with the statue and six mysterious boxes! Can the Boxcar Children keep these seven treasures out of the wrong hands?"

Dee Garretson, Jm Lee (Author), Aimee Lilly (Narrator)

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Dragon Captives

"Ten years after Alex and Aaron Stowe brought peace to Quill and Artimé, their younger twin sisters journey beyond the islands in this New York Times bestselling first novel of a new sequel series to The Unwanteds, which Kirkus Reviews called "The Hunger Games meets Harry Potter." Identical twins Fifer and Thisbe Stowe have amazing yet uncontrollable magical abilities. They're naturally more gifted than even their brother, Alex, the head mage of Artimé, could hope to be. But when they accidentally use their magic in the jungle of Artimé to strike down a beloved creature, Alex is furious, and threatens to lock them away until they can learn to control their power. The threat is soon forgotten, though, when Hux, the ice blue dragon, comes to Artimé bearing the horrible news that his siblings have been enslaved by the notoriously evil Revinir, ruler of the dragon land. Seeking a chance to right their wrong and escape their brother's wrath, Thisbe, Fifer, and their friend Seth sneak away to rescue the dragons from grave peril. Will their untrained abilities be enough to save the dragons—and themselves—when they come face-to-face with the Revinir?"

Lisa McMann (Author), Fiona Hardingham (Narrator)

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Basil in the Wild West

"Tom's eyes bored into Basil's. "I admire and respect you as a brilliant detective, but I must speak frankly. Your chances of capturing J.J. are practically zero. The obstacles are too many and too great. In my opinion, Basil, you're on an impossible mission!""

Eve Titus (Author), Ralph Lister (Narrator)

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The Amazing Adventures of Chilly Billy

"Bestselling author Peter Mayle showcases his talents in this delightful children’s storybook. Tomorrow night, just before you go to bed, creep into the kitchen very, very quietly. Go up to the fridge, and don’t make a sound … Once you meet Chilly Billy and hear of his adventures inside the refrigerator, you’ll never open the fridge door in quite the same way again. Chilly Billy is a fun and lovable character you won’t soon forget."

Peter Mayle (Author), Xe Sands (Narrator)

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Josh Anvil and the Cypress Door

"PDB: Okay, we’re here in the Pipe Dream Books Studios with— Troy: Say what? Josh: Not even. PDB: Oh yeah, sorry. I’m kind of new at this. Let me start over. Get my notes. Uh…okay, we are on..how do I describe this…place? Josh: A floating island. PDB: Yea, okay. We’re on an island in the sky, right? And we’re sitting in a meadow, on chairs that are...what are these made of, anyway? Josh: I don’t really know. The island just kind of makes them. Troy: Along with a lot of other things. Did you see that cool trampoline over there? PDB: Uh, no not yet. Okay, we are here to talk about you guys and your recent adventures. So Josh, how old are you? Josh: Fourteen. PDB: Tell us about yourself. Josh: Okay. Well, I live…my actual house near Baton Rouge, Louisiana. I live there with my dad Chris, my mom Emily, and my sister, Candace. PDB: Okay, so what is this story about? Josh: Yea, well, I was in the swamp one day—that’s really part of our property, and I usually like to go there to fish, hang out with my dad or Troy, but this time I went by myself. So yeah, I canoe out to my favorite spot so I can sit back and relax. Take it easy. But then I see some things that are kind of weird. Troy: Really weird. Small midget wrinkled…things. PDB: Tell me more. Sorry folks, that's all the space we have for this description. But you can find all about the story by listening to the audiobook!"

Bruce E. Arrington (Author), Morgan Anvil (Narrator)

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