GHOSTS

by Becky Bronson

Narrated by: Margaret Dixon

Production by: Rebecca Bronson

A Powerful Message Wrapped in a Compelling Story

Haunted by the childhood tragedy that claimed her best friend's life, journalist Emiline Jackson has long avoided writing about gun violence. But when a surge of mass shootings compels her to speak out, she finds herself silenced by her newspaper's new owners.

Guided by the voice of her deceased friend, Em embarks on a dangerous investigation into the world of ghost guns, uncovering secrets, corruption, and betrayal that hit closer to home than she ever imagined. As the stakes rise, Em must decide how much she's willing to risk in her pursuit of truth and justice.

Becky Bronson writes clearly and creatively, and I especially liked her clever use of the title Ghosts to reinforce the story's message and Em's mission to get guns off the streets. She does an excellent job of humanizing those involved in the black market, reminding readers that many are ordinary people, including kids. Her dialogue is natural and helps the story flow smoothly. Each character is well-developed and serves a purpose, with no unnecessary additions to the storyline. What I appreciated most was her ability to deliver a powerful message without being overbearing.

The narrator Margaret Dixon delivers a solid performance, giving each character a distinct voice that makes it easy to follow the dialogue. Her use of pauses, pacing, and cadence effectively conveys the characters' emotions, fears, and frustrations. She captures the tension of the more suspenseful moments while allowing the emotional scenes to unfold naturally. Her delivery complements Bronson's writing, bringing the characters and their experiences to life without overshadowing the story or its message.

Ghosts is a thought-provoking and engaging story that tackles a controversial issue without losing sight of the people affected by it. I appreciated Bronson's creativity, particularly the clever connection between the title and the storyline. Combined with Dixon's solid narration, this makes for an enjoyable and meaningful listening experience that leaves the reader with plenty to think about long after the story ends.

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Disclaimer: This Audiobook was provided free of charge by the author, narrator, and/or publisher in exchange for a non-biased, honest review.