Audiobooks by Marjory Kaptanoglu

Book Two of the Before Series - A time-travel tale of abduction and redemption... In 2019 California, a freak occurrence gives twenty-five-year-old Rebecca Danser the ability to cast her consciousness back into a younger version of herself, allowing her to re-live that earlier time with the benefit of foreknowledge. Rebecca’s life is a mess because her younger sister, Sadie, disappeared on her watch when they were both children. At first, she uses her new power to avoid committing to a relationship, but after her father challenges her to fix her dead-end life, she gathers the courage to send her mind nineteen years into the past to her six-year-old self. Setting herself up to be kidnapped in place of her sister, she witnesses the abduction firsthand. After returning to the present, Rebecca tracks the kidnapper’s current location, desperate to learn Sadie’s fate and save her if there’s any chance she’s still alive. It’s on her alone to solve the crime, since she has no proof she can present to the police. But her quest for justice and her own survival are threatened by the shocking circumstances she uncovers. “A unique blend of science fiction and mystery... mystery fans will love this plot device, which takes a straightforward whodunit to an otherworldly level.' -The BookLife Prize

Marjory Kaptanoglu (Author), Sonja Field (Narrator)

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Before the Killing

A time-travel tale of love and murder… In the summer of 1973, 19-year-old Cassie returns to her home town on the Massachusetts coast after her first year away at college. The next day, her boyfriend, Julian, is implicated in a brutal killing. Seven years later, a freak occurrence gives Cassie the ability to cast her consciousness back in time to a younger version of herself, allowing her to re-live that earlier time with the benefit of foreknowledge. Convinced of Julian’s innocence, she goes back to witness the murder and the events leading up to it. Afterward, she struggles to find a way to prove what really happened, while the killer stalks her past and present lives, determined to silence her. “A unique blend of science fiction and mystery... mystery fans will love this plot device, which takes a straightforward whodunit to an otherworldly level.' -The BookLife Prize

Marjory Kaptanoglu (Author), Sonja Field (Narrator)

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The Conjurer Fellstone Trilogy

THE COMPLETE TRILOGY: Join Tessa, Ash, and Calder on an epic journey in these award-winning YA fantasy novels. In Book 1, DREADMARROW THIEF, sixteen-year-old Tessa Skye, a locksmith’s apprentice, loves to shapeshift into a sparrow using a windrider—a forbidden magical amulet. During one of her outings, she accidentally reveals herself to the Conjurer Lord Fellstone. The tyrant sends his knights after her, resulting in the murder of her father. Driven to reverse his fate, Tessa and her two companions embark on a perilous quest seeking love, revenge, and a cure for death. In Book 2, GRAVENWOOD, desperate to cure her mother of the delusion that she’s a bird, Tessa appeals to the conjurer lord in neighboring Blackgrove. Everything goes wrong, however, when he takes Calder hostage and refuses to help until Tessa and Ash bring him the Gravenwood. They set out to steal this magical tablet while romance blossoms between them. But none of them may survive the treachery of the rising despot — unless Tessa can conquer her inner doubts and unlock the secret to becoming a true conjurer. In Book 3, KINGSHACKLE, Ash is missing and must be found. Confounding the matter, the Conjurer King Slayert launches an attack against the remaining free cities. Saving the world falls to our three heroes, who reunite to steal Slayert’s own crown, called the Kingshackle—a magical artifact that makes him invincible. But their success depends on Tessa winning the King’s Challenge, the ultimate test of her intelligence, valor, and heart. “Celebrates life and love the way only the best fantasy tales can.' -Kirkus Reviews “Kaptanoglu's prose is crisp and purposeful, charged with feeling, and always attuned to what will engage readers in each moment.” -The BookLife Prize

Marjory Kaptanoglu (Author), Charlie Sanderson (Narrator)

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Kingshackle: The Conjurer Fellstone Book Three

Book Three of the award-winning Conjurer Fellstone Trilogy that began with Dreadmarrow Thief and continued with Gravenwood. Ash is missing and must be found. Confounding the matter, the Conjurer King Slayert launches an attack against the remaining free cities. Saving the world falls to our three heroes, who reunite to steal Slayert’s own crown, called the Kingshackle—a magical artifact that makes him invincible. But their success depends on Tessa winning the King’s Challenge, the ultimate test of her intelligence, valor, and heart. “Kaptanoglu's masterful pacing makes her novel a quick read... An exciting, inventive finale.” -Kirkus Reviews

Marjory Kaptanoglu (Author), Charlie Sanderson (Narrator)

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Women Rising: A Sci-fi/Fantasy Collection

Three award-winning sci-fi/fantasy thrillers by Marjory Kaptanoglu, featuring strong female protagonists overcoming incredible odds and coming into their own. INVADER (novel): A “rousing sci-fi thriller” (Publishers Weekly). Scientist Rose is trapped on an island with an alien enemy. Little does she know, her survival depends on her strange bond with a woman thousands of miles away. This inventive novel is “briskly paced… Full of entertaining plot twists” (Kirkus Reviews). LAST GIRL STANDING (novel): Tainted water and brainwashed adults…. what’s an awkward 17-year-old to do? Sierra Mendez gathers her friends to stop a powerful entity from replacing the town residents with androids bent on humanity’s demise. 'Kaptanoglu offers an inclusive cast, a plot that allows for tension and tragedy as well as personal growth, and an adventure for our modern times.' (Publishers Weekly) BLOOD AND VEIL (novella): For fans of The Handmaid's Tale, Gabrielle lives and works at a house of courtesans. After uncovering evidence that her patron has committed murder, she plots to bring him down by allying herself with a secret society of wives who will use any means to avenge the wrongs against them.

Marjory Kaptanoglu (Author), Charlie Sanderson, Natalie Naudus, Shaina Summerville (Narrator)

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Gravenwood: The Conjurer Fellstone Book Two

BOOK TWO of the award-winning Conjurer Fellstone series that began with DREADMARROW THIEF and ends with KINGSHACKLE. Desperate to cure her mother of the delusion that she’s a bird, Tessa appeals to the conjurer lord in neighboring Blackgrove. Everything goes wrong, however, when he takes Calder hostage and refuses to help until Tessa and Ash bring him the Gravenwood. They set out to steal this magical tablet while romance blossoms between them. But none of them may survive the treachery of the rising despot — unless Tessa can conquer her inner doubts and unlock the secret to becoming a true conjurer. 'Kaptanoglu's prose is crisp and purposeful, charged with feeling, and always attuned to what will engage readers in each moment.' -The BookLife Prize 'Grounded, likable characters with complex emotions anchor this excellent series installment.' -Kirkus Reviews

Marjory Kaptanoglu (Author), Charlie Sanderson (Narrator)

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Dreadmarrow Thief

“Celebrates life and love the way only the best fantasy tales can.' -Kirkus Reviews“ Sixteen-year-old Tessa Skye, a locksmith’s apprentice, loves to shapeshift into a sparrow using a windrider—a forbidden magical amulet. During one of her outings, she accidentally reveals herself to the Conjurer Lord Fellstone. The tyrant sends his knights after her, resulting in the murder of her father. Driven to reverse his fate, Tessa and her two companions embark on a perilous quest seeking love, revenge, and a cure for death. 'For those who enjoyed Harry Potter but who seek a feisty, determined female protagonist.' -Midwest Book Review Silver Medalist, SPR Book Awards: “A stellar entry into the genre of YA fantasy.” Bronze Medalist, Wishing Shelf Book Awards: “A gripping fantasy adventure, highly recommended.” 'The quest narrative is exciting and compelling... a work of classic fantasy.' -The BookLife Prize

Marjory Kaptanoglu (Author), Charlie Sanderson (Narrator)

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Invader

'Fans of sci-fi mysteries and strong female characters should snap up this psychological page-turner.' -Publishers Weekly Two women thousands of miles apart. One a scientist stranded on an island with an untrustworthy male colleague and a hostile alien stalking them. The other—a thief wrongfully imprisoned for murder—lives in fear of assault by a corrupt prison guard. Neither can overcome the invaders that threaten their survival without solving the mystery of the link that binds them. “Twists and turns and an ending they won't see coming.' -The BookLife Prize

Marjory Kaptanoglu (Author), Natalie Naudus (Narrator)

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Blood and Veil: A Novella

For those who love The Handmaid’s Tale and Memoirs of a Geisha… A courtesan plots to bring down her murderous patron by allying herself with a secret society of wives who will use any means to avenge the wrongs against them. From an award-winning author whose most recent novel is a quarter-finalist for The BookLife Prize. Narrator Charlie Sanderson has voiced over 100 titles and won the 2019 Earphones Award. “A gripping, intriguing, interconnected series of events between women and the men that control them...' -Amazon Reviewer

Marjory Kaptanoglu (Author), Charlie Sanderson (Narrator)

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Last Girl Standing

First Sierra finds the dead body of the water district manager floating down the river behind her house. Soon everyone in town has caught a baffling illness that turns them into mindless automatons -- except for Sierra and a handful of her friends who have avoided the town's water supply. Phone and internet access are cut off, and the sinister new police chief further isolates them by declaring a quarantine. Someone or something is taking over their town and perhaps, the world. It's up to Sierra and her friends to stop the hidden mastermind behind this deadly plot before it's too late. 'Absolutely riveting.' --Midwest Book Review 'Fast-paced, entertaining, and exciting, with a fresh, believable voice.' --Kirkus Reviews

Marjory Kaptanoglu (Author), Shaina Summerville (Narrator)

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