Quail Recommends: Fantasy

The Frugal Wizard’s Handbook for Surviving Medieval England

Secret Projects: Book #2

By: Brandon Sanderson
Narrated by: Michael Kramer & Kate Reading
Length: 9 hours 11 minutes

“Was not sure what to expect but man did I have fun. Similar vibes to Sanderson’s ‘Stephen Leeds’ series and I’m here for it. Also makes a great crossover for early young adult readers! Read more

Gideon the Ninth

Locked Tomb: Book #1

By: Tamsyn Muir
Narrated by: Moira Quirk
Length: 16 hours 49 minutes

“Necromancers in space, a murder mystery, kick-ass action and lots of sarcasm and humor packed in a rich writing style and a perfectly suited narrator. Seriously, Moira Quirk somehow made this book even better, seamlessly switching between the badass, the creepy, the mysterious and the hilarious. So whether you're diving into the Locked Tomb... Read more

Five Broken Blades

Five Broken Blades: Book #1

By: Mai Corland
Narrated by: Donald Chang, Greg Chun, Zion Jang, Sophie Oda, Jaine Ye & Roger Yeh
Length: 15 hours

“I LOVED this fast paced Romantasy. It kept me captivated until the last page. The 6 very in depth MC’s were corrupt, dangerous people with their own agendas, motives and points of view. They were liars with lots of secrets! But they all had one thing in common, which was to kill King Joon. Throughout the story they actually became friends, even... Read more

The Tainted Cup

Shadow of the Leviathan: Book #1

By: Robert Jackson Bennett
Narrated by: Andrew Fallaize
Length: 13 hours 50 minutes

“Someone has been murdered! With poison! That made a tree..sprout from..his body? Clearly this is not your average murder mystery, but it is an excellent one. Din, an engraver who has been altered to have a perfect memory, must act as eyes and ears to investigator Ana, who wears a blindfold and prefers not to leave home. In a classic... Read more

Vicious

Villains: Book #1

By: V. E. Schwab
Narrated by: Jeremy Arthur
Length: 9 hours 23 minutes

“'We are all immortal until proven otherwise.' Vicious follows two roommates, Victor and Eli, who are grad students who have many things in common such as their love for knowledge and thrilling, adrenaline inducing experiences. For their senior thesis, both boys were interested in researching near-death experiences that resulted in some kind of... Read more

Sorcery and Small Magics

The Wildersongs: Book #1

By: Maiga Doocy
Narrated by: Ciaran Saward
Length: 11 hours 16 minutes

“For fans of Travis Baldree or The House in the Cerulean Sea, this cozyish fantasy is full of great characters, interesting world-building, and a delightful slow burn romance. It was a fun and engaging read, and I'm looking forward to book two. Read more

The Bright Sword

A Novel of King Arthur

By: Lev Grossman
Narrated by: Nicholas Guy Smith & Lev Grossman
Length: 23 hours 9 minutes

“This audiobook was an immersive delight! Grossman weaves a new world out of a familiar tale- complete with nuanced characters, myths, fairies, knights, and magic. Plot twists and turns abound- so I won't say any more! Read more

The Great When

A Long London Novel

Long London

By: Alan Moore
Narrated by: Kobna Holdbrook-Smith
Length: 13 hours 28 minutes

“Post-WWII London merely sets the stage of Alan Moore’s newest novel, THE GREAT WHEN. What follows next is a tale of murder, mystery, and madness involving the discovery of an other-dimensional version of London that exists just outside human perception. An unintentional happenstance leads to an unexpected discovery that is laden with dire... Read more

Greenteeth

By: Molly O'Neill
Narrated by: Catrin Walker-Booth
Length: 11 hours 3 minutes

“I never knew that "you are amusingly soft-hearted for a villainous swamp creature" was the sort of affirmation I wanted out of a friendship, but honestly, may we all be so lucky as to have a friend like Brackus the goblin. Jenny Greenteeth only wants to spend her days tidying up her lake, snacking on rotten fish, and occasionally frightening... Read more

You Feel It Just Below the Ribs

A Novel

By: Jeffrey Cranor & Janina Matthewson
Narrated by: Kirsten Potter & Adepero Oduye
Length: 9 hours 22 minutes

“The ultimate unreliable narrator. But is she the unreliable one, or are the publishers of her story only convincing you she is? This post-apocalyptic thriller written as a doctor's discovered autobiography kept me in constant suspense and suspicion. Miriam struggles with the consequences of her own societal creations where there are no feelings... Read more

A Sorceress Comes to Call

By: T. Kingfisher
Narrated by: Eliza Foss & Jennifer Pickens
Length: 11 hours 7 minutes

“The perfect blend of characters in a fast-paced mysterious witch hunt. What more could you want? Read more

The Jasmine Throne

The Burning Kingdoms: Book #1

By: Tasha Suri
Narrated by: Shiromi Arserio
Length: 19 hours 42 minutes

“Tasha Suri is one of my favorite authors writing today, and The Jasmine Throne is a large reason why! It is a sprawling, enthralling fantasy epic inspired by Indian mythology that features an unforgettable cast of characters, rich and evocative world-building, a uniquely-crafted magic system, and a delicious adventure that will leave you... Read more

Faithbreaker

A Novel

Fallen Gods: Book #3

By: Hannah Kaner
Narrated by: Kit Griffiths
Length: 17 hours 13 minutes

“[*Sweeney Todd voice*] AT LAST, my right hand is complete [has a Fallen Gods novel in it] again!!! I always worry about finishing series that I love. What if the author doesn't stick the landing? What if my favorite characters turn into idiots? What if they rushed the book to publication and the plot doesn't make sense? Well, I did NOT have... Read more

Long Live Evil

Time of Iron: Book #1

By: Sarah Rees Brennan
Narrated by: Moira Quirk
Length: 17 hours 3 minutes

“I'm actually obsessed with this book and am BEGGING for book two. On my knees willing to swear myself in as an evil minion. I was laughing out loud while listening - yes, the audiobook is FANTASTIC - and by the time I had finished, I was literally trying to find ways to finish listening to it despite needing to take care of adult... Read more

Bonesmith

House of the Dead Duology

By: Nicki Pau Preto
Narrated by: Molly Hanson
Length: 14 hours 42 minutes

“A Bonesmith's job is to sever the dead's ghost from its earthly remains, and Wren is one of the best. After sabotage and banishment, Wren vows to prove herself. A little bit White Walkers from Game of Thrones, a little bit Gideon the Ninth badassery, with strong lore and world-building. Read more

Blood Over Bright Haven

A Novel

By: M. L. Wang
Narrated by: Moira Quirk
Length: 15 hours 20 minutes

“A great audiobook for a great book. This book will grab you by the heart with the very first chapter and not let go until the end. The magic system feels both organic and original without being too overly complicated. This is a wonderful book for those looking for an original fantasy plot with an ending that totally sticks the landing. Read more

The River Has Roots

By: Amal El-Mohtar
Narrated by: Gem Carmella
Length: 3 hours 53 minutes

“The River Has Roots is an ethereal, hypnotizing novella that highlights El-Mohtar's ardent devotion to the English language while paying homage to the faerie tales of old. I highly recommend listening to the immersive audiobook. It's an indulgent read that left me with goosebumps. Read more

Dreadful

By: Caitlin Rozakis
Narrated by: Keval Shah
Length: 11 hours 28 minutes

“FUN Read more

The Raven Scholar

By: Antonia Hodgson
Narrated by: Daphne Kouma
Length: 24 hours 11 minutes

“I loved listening to this book so much I also bought the physical copy. Great start to a new fantasy series! Read more

The Book of Love

A Novel

By: Kelly Link
Narrated by: January LaVoy
Length: 23 hours 30 minutes

“What can’t Kelly Link do? Seriously, this novel blew me away. It is brimming with magic and surrealism and weirdness (in true Kelly Link fashion), as well as the most heartfelt warmth and intimacy and sincerity. 10s across the board. Read more