Some, like 'Jane Eyre', often have strong female protagonists. The story of Jane's journey through life, love, and self - discovery is full of emotion and character growth. 'Dracula' is another. It creates a spooky and mysterious atmosphere that keeps listeners on edge. 'The Hobbit' is known for its vivid world - building, taking you to a land full of dwarves, elves, and dragons.
Some of the top audiobooks in fiction during 2015 - 2017 could include 'The Girl on the Train' by Paula Hawkins. It was extremely popular due to its gripping mystery plot. The story, told through different perspectives, kept listeners on the edge of their seats. Another one might be 'Big Little Lies' by Liane Moriarty. The complex characters and the exploration of secrets within a small community made it a great audiobook. The narrators did an excellent job of bringing the characters to life.
One of the best audiobooks in the novel category this year could be 'The Four Winds' by Kristin Hannah. The narration brings the Dust Bowl era to life vividly, with strong character voices that draw you into the story of a mother's struggle during tough times.
Some of the top science fiction audiobooks could include 'Dune' by Frank Herbert. It's a classic with a complex and immersive world of politics, religion, and ecology on the desert planet Arrakis. Another could be '1984' by George Orwell, which, although often considered dystopian, has strong science - fiction elements with its vision of a totalitarian future. 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy' by Douglas Adams is also popular. It's a humorous and out - of - this - world adventure that takes the reader through the galaxy with some very strange and interesting characters.
One of the best fictional audiobooks is 'Harry Potter' series. The narrator brings the magical world of Hogwarts to life with distinct voices for each character. Another great one is 'The Lord of the Rings'. It has a rich and detailed world, and the audiobook makes it easy to get lost in Middle - earth. 'To Kill a Mockingbird' is also excellent. The story is beautifully told in the audiobook, making it a classic that can be enjoyed in a new way.
One of the best audiobooks of 2018 novels is 'Educated' by Tara Westover. The narrator does an excellent job of bringing Tara's story to life, making it engaging and immersive. Another great one could be 'An American Marriage' by Tayari Jones. It has a powerful narrative that is well - translated into an audiobook format.
In 2015, 'The Girl on the Train' was a top audiobook. It was a best - selling thriller that had a great audio adaptation. In 2016, 'Big Little Lies' was very popular. The audiobook had a great cast of narrators that really brought the story to life. In 2017, 'The Handmaid's Tale' was a significant top audiobook. Its dystopian story was both timely and chilling.
Well, 'Victory City' by Salman Rushdie is a great pick too. The audiobook is narrated beautifully, capturing the magic and historical elements of the story. It's about a city founded by a woman with a mysterious gift, and Rushdie's writing, combined with the audio performance, makes it a really immersive listen.
One of the best 2017 fiction audiobooks could be 'The Handmaid's Tale'. Its audiobook version is captivating as the narrator brings the dystopian world to life vividly. The story is a powerful exploration of a totalitarian society where women are subjugated, and listening to it as an audiobook adds an extra layer of immersion.