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How to Date Your Dragon by Molly Harper Narrator: Amanda Ronconi, Jonathan Davis
Series: Mystic Bayou #1
Published by Audible Studios on January 23, 2018
Genres: Paranormal Romance
Length: 6 hours and 24 minutes
Format: Audiobook
Source: Bought
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Anthropologist Jillian Ramsay's career has taken a turn south.
Concerned that technology is about to chase mythological creatures out into the open (how long can Sasquatch stay hidden from Google maps?), the League for Interspecies Cooperation is sending Jillian to Louisiana on a fact-finding mission. While the League hopes to hold on to secrecy for a little bit longer, they're preparing for the worst in terms of human reactions. They need a plan, so they look to Mystic Bayou, a tiny town hidden in the swamp where humans and supernatural residents have been living in harmony for generations. Mermaids and gator shifters swim in the bayou. Spirit bottles light the front porches after twilight. Dragons light the fires under crayfish pots.
Jillian's first assignment for the League could be her last. Mystic Bayou is wary of outsiders, and she has difficulty getting locals to talk to her. And she can't get the gruff town sheriff, Bael Boone, off of her back or out of her mind. Bael is the finest male specimen she's seen in a long time, even though he might not be human. Soon their flirtation is hotter than a dragon's breath, which Bael just might turn out to be....
Also in this series: Love and Other Wild Things, Even Tree Nymphs, Selkies are a Girl's Best Friend, Always Be My Banshee, One Fine Fae
This book is an Audible Original. The print copy has yet to be releases, but I encourage you to listen to the audiobook.
Audio: This was my first time having two narrators. They did a wonderful job. It took some getting use too having a female and male narrator, but I did enjoy the different voices. I liked how it changes in each chapter; between the two narrators. It was different, but enjoyable. I will say I liked Amanda Ronoconi’s Cajun accent. Jonathan Davis did a good job too, but I did prefer the female narrator.
Our lead characters: Jillian is smart and kind, but can also be a firecracker. Bael is gruff, but he cares about the residence of Mystic Bayou, unlike the other dragons in town, which makes him an outcast in the family.
The romance: It was a little to fast for me, but still satisfying. I would have liked them to have spent more time together developing the romance. We kinda skip the dating steps. Bael jumps headfirst into his feelings for Jillian. She’s a bit more reluctant, but in the end they where a nice couple.
I had so much fun with How to Date Your Dragon. Their where several funny moments that had me laughing out loud. I got a kick out of why Jillian ended up going to Mystic Bayou instead of the man that was picked out for the job. I adored the town, Mystic Bayou, and the characters. The story was short and will probably be novella length when it is printed. The plot packed a punch. We get Jillian’s introduction to the town, a little mystery when towns people start dying, and a suspenseful plot. The story moved at a nice pace and kept me captivated. Their are a few twists that where intriguing. I loved several of the secondary characters we met; especially Babel’s friend the town’s Mayor, Zed, who’s a bear shifter.
I adored listing to How to Date Your Dragon and can’t wait to return to Mystic Bayou.
Rated: 4 Stars
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Challenge(s) (2018): Audiobook – Try Something New ~ Series
About Amanda Ronconi
Amanda Ronconi is an actress and narrator who divides her time between New York City and upstate New York. She has a BFA from NYU, where she studied at the Stella Adler Conservatory. She has performed in theaters around New York City and regionally at the Alley, Capital Rep, and many productions at the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey.
Her Off-Broadway solo comedy, Shirley at the Tropicana, received critical acclaim and was subsequently featured in the New York Times. Film and TV credits include Daydream Believer (Slamdance 2001’s Best Dramatic Feature winner), The Understudy, Deadly Sins (ID Discovery), and IFC’s Get Hit and Chasing Paradise. National network and regional commercials include Chase Bank, Sony, and Blue Cross/Blue Shield. Her voice-over work encompasses nearly 100 audiobooks available on audible.com. She is a member of SAG-AFTRA and Actors’ Equity.
About Jonathan Davis
A beloved narrator of nonfiction and sci-fi alike, Davis is a three-time recipient and 16-time nominee of the coveted Audie Award.
About Molly Harper
Molly Harper is the author of more than thirty paranormal and contemporary romance titles, including the Half-Moon Hollow series, the Southern Eclectic series, and the Audible exclusive Mystic Bayou series. Molly lives in Michigan with her family.
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I was unsure about the duel narration, but it worked out. I had fun and look forward to more in the series. Thank’s for visiting Lola.
That sounds kinda nice how it has dual narration. It sounds like a good read with a nice romance, even if it developed a bit fast.
I had a lot of fun with this. Got some good laughs. I too preferred Amanda Ronconi’s voice to the male narrator’s and it took some getting used to when they switched.
I agree it took time to get use to the switch between male and female narration. I caught your review. It is a fun story and I can’t wait for the next one to come.
This sounds like one I would like!! Great review!
It was a lot of fun. I’m sure you will enjoy. I keep look for more in the series and nothing yet. I do want more. It was a fun place to visit. ^_^
Fabulous review angela!!! On my tbr gr list!! Shared on all my socials!!
Thank you. This was such a fun listen. I ca’t wait for more Mystic Bayou ^_^.