The Story of Silence by Alex Myers audiobook review

The Story of Silence by Alex Myers | Free Audiobook

By Alex Myers

Narrated by James Macnaughton

🎧 14 hours and 21 minutes 📘 HarperCollins 📅 July 9, 2020 🌐 English

About This Audiobook

A knightly fairy tale of royalty and dragons, of midwives with secrets and dashing strangers in dark inns. Taking the original French legend as his starting point, The Story of Silence is a rich, multilayered new story for today’s world – sure to delight fans of Uprooted and The Bear and the Nightingale.

“Utterly enchanting”
Publishers Weekly

There was once, long ago, a foolish king who decreed that women should not, and would not, inherit. Thus when a girl-child was born to Lord Cador – Merlin-enchanted fighter of dragons and Earl of Cornwall – he secreted her away: to be raised a boy so that the family land and honour would remain intact.

That child’s name was Silence.

Silence must find their own place in a medieval world that is determined to place the many restrictions of gender and class upon them. With dreams of knighthood and a lonely heart to answer, Silence sets out to define themselves.

Soon their silence will be ended.

Our Review of The Story of Silence

I was moved by the authenticity of The Story of Silence. Alex Myers delivers a story that is both personal and universal, with representation that feels genuine and important. The audio narration elevates every moment.

Why Listen to The Story of Silence as an Audiobook?

LGBTQ+ stories gain emotional depth in audiobook format. James Macnaughton delivers a stellar narration that brings the story to life. The narration brings authenticity and warmth to every character. At 14 hours and 21 minutes, it is the perfect length to fully immerse yourself. A deeply personal listening experience.

What You Will Discover

Alex Myers delivers a narrative rich in emotion and representation. A knightly fairy tale of royalty and dragons, of midwives with secrets and dashing strangers in dark inns. Taking the original French legend as his… An audiobook that speaks to the heart.

Who Is This Audiobook For?

Anyone who values authentic storytelling and diverse voices will love The Story of Silence. Fans of Alex Myers and stories that celebrate identity, this is essential listening.