Top Audiobooks of 2024: New York Times Best Sellers

Here’s a summary of the featured audiobooks from the New York Times Best Sellers list for 2024:

Fiction:

1. James: A Novel
A retelling of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn from Jim’s perspective, showcasing his eloquence and the “slave filter” he uses. Comedic and poignant.

2. All Fours: A Novel
A middle-aged woman’s road trip takes an unexpected turn, exploring love, motherhood, and self-identity in a raw and feverish narrative.

3. Rejection: Fiction
Linked short stories delve into messy, morally complex characters with dark humor and precise language.

4. Long Island: A Novel
Saoirse Ronan narrates the story of an Irish émigré in 1951 Brooklyn, balancing themes of love, loss, and identity.

5. Whale Fall: A Novel
Set in WWII Wales, this tale intertwines a young woman’s personal and professional life with rich cultural and emotional textures.


Non-Fiction:

1. The Wide Wide Sea
A nuanced retelling of Captain James Cook’s final voyage, blending historical, environmental, and anthropological insights.

2. From Here to the Great Unknown: A Memoir
A posthumous memoir by Presley, completed by her daughter, reveals a life of tragedy, resilience, and love.

3. Health and Safety: A Breakdown
A memoir navigating sex, drugs, and late-stage capitalism, exploring personal and societal breakdowns with a sharp edge.

Each audiobook combines compelling narration with rich storytelling, offering something for every listener.

Source: New York Times releases best audiobooks of the year - Good e-Reader

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