Call Me Grim

De: Elizabeth Holloway

Narrado por: Kelly Collins Lintz

The truck should have turned Libbi Piper into a Libbi Pancake - and it would have, too, if Aaron hadn't shown up and saved her life. The problem? Aaron's the local Grim Reaper - and he only saved Libbi's life because he needs someone to take over his job. Now, Libbi has two days to choose between dying like she was supposed to, or living a lonely life as Death Incarnate. Talk about a rock and a hard place.

And the choice goes from hard to sucktastic when her best friend shows up marked: condemned as a future murderer. Libbi could have an extra week to stop the murder and fix the mark - but only if she accepts Aaron's job as Reaper, trapping herself in her crappy town forever, invisible and inaudible to everyone except the newly dead. But, if she refuses? Her best friend is headed straight for Hell.

©2014 Elizabeth Holloway (P)2014 ListenUp Production, LLC

Interesting, authentic characters, great narration

Have you listened to any of Kelly Collins Lintz’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

This was my first audiobook narrated by Kelly Collins LIntz, but I really enjoyed her. Her narration improved the story and made it more interesting. All of her characterizations were unique and distinct and her pacing and tone was appropriate. I'd definitely listen to her again.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Aaron's moment with his sister was touching and built the interesting backstory well and broke my heart a little bit.

Any additional comments?

I liked Libbi as a character right away. Her motivations are clear and interesting. The way Holloway writes teenagers is authentic and realistic. I look forward to more titles from Elizabeth Holloway.

Great story with great narration!

Where does Call Me Grim rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I would say that Call Me Grim ranks amongst the top ten audiobooks I've purchased through audible. Not only is this a great YA thriller-type story with a well thought out plot and a relatable heroine but the quality of narration is excellent. Perfect for the story!

Which scene was your favorite?

This is a difficult decision. But fitting for this title. Our heroine is faced with a HUGE decision to make, life as an invisible-to-all-living-persons grim reaper or death and condemning her best friend to hell along side her. This book is simply but elegantly written with loads of pager-turner scenes. So, I can't pick one as a "favorite", but I will say this... ALL of the characters are interesting and deep, and I'm not just talking about the two main characters, Libby and Aaron, but ALL of them. You feel like you know these people and thats what makes for great scenes, isn't it? Reliability, sympathy, compassion, and excitement for the characters! The narrator (Kelly Lintz) really breaths life into them all and puts your right there beside them. Great purchase.

A lot unanswered

Interesting little world that’s been built up. Interesting situation to be put in. But the world building only went half way, too many unanswered questions.

Kelly Collins Lintz Rocks This Story Narration!

Which character – as performed by Kelly Collins Lintz – was your favorite?

Kelly captures the sass and snark of a witty teenage girl by reading with a lightheartedness and playfulness to her voice. The pace is perfection - it helps lead me through the book...I don't feel like I'm listening - I feel like I'm there in the moment! Kelly has great character voices and inflections!

Any additional comments?

Great story with some cool unexpected twists! I love Kelly's narration - she filled this book with life and energy! I can't wait to listen to more of Kelly's audiobook narration!

Great read! What comes next?

This book was a pleasant surprise. I went into it thinking it would be an angsty YA read. There was a bit of angsty, but it fit into the story. Everything else about this book drew me in and kept me on edge the whole time.

The whole book comes from Libbi's POV, have sole control of the narrative it is important she is like-able. She is actually rather fabulous for a teen character. Thankfully, she is not boy obsessed like so many heroines in YA. She does have a bit of crushing going on, but it is not her whole world. I love her sass and snark. She is remarkably mature for a 16 year old.

I love the supporting characters as well. They are complex and yet simple at heart. Everyone in the story helps to draw you in and make you wish things could work out. It is difficult, especially when you know what Libbi faces. Fortunately, the story is beautifully crafted and flows, keeping the reader engaged the whole time.

I listened to the audiobook narrated by Kelly Collins Lintz, who was lovely. Her pace was spot on, moving with the story and keeping the action flowing. She has a wonderful youthful quality to her voice that fit the main character, while still keeping her mature. She has a real gift for adding the natural sass of a teenager into the read. I will definitely be looking for more of her work!

The end of this book leave you at a but of a cliff hanger. It is an unexpected turn of events and I have no idea where the story is headed from here. That is kind of refreshing. It is rare for an author to surprise me. I can not wait for the next book, really hope it will be in audio!

Disclosure - I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts, opinions and ratings are my own.