Book description
A Death at the Party - A Pulse-Racing Audio Thriller
Amy Stuart's A Death at the Party turns a seemingly ordinary garden fΓͺte into an unforgettable psychological maze, and the audiobook version takes you straight into the heart of that maze. From the very first note, the narrator (a richly expressive voice with just enough quirk to keep you guessing) pulls you into Nadine Walsh's world: a bright, sun-lit kitchen, the clink of glasses, the hum of conversations-all layered beneath a quiet sense of foreboding.
What makes this audiobook shine is how Stuart weaves tension through everyday details. The narration never rushes; it pauses to let the suspense settle, letting you feel the weight of Nadine's secrets as if they were your own. Each chapter feels like a new act in a play: first, the blissful pre-party preparations, then the sudden, chilling discovery of a body in the basement while guests dance above. The shift is seamless and shocking, and the narrator's tone shifts with it-soft when Nadine remembers her mother's birthday, sharp when she realizes that tonight isn't just a celebration but a potential trap.
Readers who love the tight pacing of Ashley Audrain or the layered character studies of Lisa Jewell will find this audiobook both familiar and fresh. The story is set over a single day, yet Stuart masterfully layers past and present-Nadine's haunting memories surface at just the right moments, revealing why she feels so threatened by her own house. The narration highlights these flashbacks with subtle tonal changes that keep you engaged without pulling you out of the story.
The pacing is perfect for an audiobook: enough dialogue to give depth to each guest, but not so much that it bogs down. The narrator's pacing mirrors the rising stakes-slow and steady in the beginning, then a rapid-fire delivery as secrets unravel. The result? A relentless build-up that culminates in a twist you won't see coming.
One of the strongest aspects is the character work. Nadine is portrayed as a devoted wife, loving mother, but also someone who carries hidden scars. The narrator's voice captures her inner turmoil-her anxiety about her husband's indifference, her children's distractions, and the looming anniversary that she can't shake off. This depth turns a simple thriller into an intimate portrait of a woman forced to confront both external danger and internal demons.
Overall, A Death at the Party is a tightly plotted, emotionally resonant audiobook that will keep you on the edge of your seat from the first sip of tea to the final breath taken by Nadine. If you're looking for a thriller that blends domestic drama with a pulse-quickening mystery, this is the audio experience you shouldn't miss.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
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Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience