Lies Of Locke Lamora Audiobook Novels & Stories

Michael Page is the voice. I’d describe the performance as committed and colorful. He fully leans into the theatricality of the world, which some listeners might find a bit over-the-top, but I think it fits the material like a glove. The villains sound properly vile, the allies sound wonderfully roguish. He also handles the book’s extensive world-building descriptions with a narrative flair that keeps them from feeling like dry info-dumps. It’s a performance that matches the ambition and style of the novel itself.

Wait, are there abridged versions floating around? That’d be a crime against storytelling. I’ve only ever encountered the full Michael Page narration, and it’s stellar. He gives each character a distinct voice without sounding ridiculous, which is a rare skill. The book has those flashback interludes that flesh out the world, and they’re all present. Listening to the audiobook actually made me appreciate Lynch’s prose more—the rhythm of the sentences comes alive. It’s a commitment, but it never feels like a slog. Highly recommend for commutes or long walks.

I have no dog in this fight; I consumed it via graphic audio with a full cast and sound effects. It’s a completely different product. Makes the single-narrator version sound quaint. The clash of swords, the background tavern noise… it’s over-the-top and amazing. Not sure if it’s still in print, but if you can find that version, it’s a wild ride.