“It’s so hard to forget pain, but it’s even harder to remember sweetness. We have no scar to show for happiness. We learn so little from peace.” ― Chuck Palahniuk
Title: Chase In Shadow (Johnnies #1)
Author: Amy Lane
Narrator:: Sean Crisden
Publisher: Dreamspinner Press
Run Time: 9 hours, 39 minutes
Rating: 5 Stars.
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Review: Wow, what an incredible and moving story! I actually listened to this whole series before I read the books. This is an audio that you will not want to stop once you start. This is not a “feel good” story. I experienced every type of emotion in this book and for the characters, especially Chase. I felt like I was watching his entire life through a window and could not help.
This is the first story and audio where I was anxious as the story progressed. It was like watching a speeding train on a dead end track. I found myself talking to the characters (with my husband asking, “Who are you talking to?”) I would state out loud, “No,” or “Aw, Chase.” My heart actually ached through this story. I have never wanted to coddle a character as much as I wanted to hold Chase throughout this story. So, with this description of the story, I have to say, this is one of the best audios I have listened to. It is probably the first time I would say it was better to listen to this audio before you read the book, but of course, I bought the book too.
Chase, the main character, leads two completely separate lives, that of a straight, college baseball player, and a gay for pay, closeted gay man. He battles his past demons about his mother and father, which intertwine with every decision he makes. You cannot help but fall in love with each one of the Johnnies. I wanted to adopt each one of them. Even though I know in my head this is a fictional novel, you cannot help but think (know) that there are people experiencing some parts of this in their lives due to the pressures of society. Hmmmm, anyway no soapbox today…!
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3 thoughts on “Sean Crisden's Narration Of "Chase in Shadow" Is Pitch-Perfect And A Must Listen – Reviewed by Traci”
Chase in Shadow is my favorite book by Amy Lane but it’s also one of the most uncomfortable books I’ve ever read in my life. I can’t imagine how chilling it must be in audio but I think I’m going to have to find out. Great review.
It thrills me to know that folks are enjoying the Johnnies series, Chase in Shadow in particular. It was quite the emotional roller coaster. Amy can tell quite the story, can’t she? I’m just lucky enough to get to give some of them a voice. Thanks!
Sean, some authors are an auto buy for me, your narrations on audio are an auto buy as well 🙂