BOYCHIK

by Laurie Boris

Narrated by: Randi Bachman

Production by: Laurie Boris

Historical, Captivating, and Intriguing!

Chance meetings, forbidden romance, mobsters, lox and corned beef, and the allure of Hollywood during the Depression—what more could you ask for? Fighting against an arranged marriage, Evelyn relocates to Hollywood, starting a new life while constantly fearing her mobster fiancé will track her down. But when she uncovers devastating news about her true love, Evelyn must decide if learning his fate is worth risking her own.

The author, Laurie Boris, weaves a compelling narrative centered on fate, destiny, self-sacrifice, and resilience. Her characters are richly developed and intriguing from their first appearance. The authentic dialogue keeps the story moving forward. While the pace starts off slow, this establishes a solid foundation for the unfolding plot and character arcs. Her immersive writing style strengthens the listener’s connection with the characters, and I found myself rooting for Eli and Evelyn’s success!

The narrator, Randi Bachman, delivers a strong performance, capturing each character's essence with distinct voices. Her deliberate pacing, combined with well-placed pauses and intonations, brings out the emotions and actions vividly. She transitions smoothly between characters, enriching the narrative with depth. Though I hadn’t heard her perform before, I found her performance both entertaining and intriguing.

This entertaining audiobook blends historical and fictional places and people into a rich and poignant narrative. It reminds me of the “old-fashioned” movies featuring Humphrey Bogart, Clark Gable, James Cagney, and more. Very well written! I highly recommend it.

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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.