Audiobooks narrated by Zoe Carides

"A stunning tale of loyalty and survival from a master storyteller ... In this ancient, harsh place, faint hearts will not last. The Pilbara, late 1800s: Frontier country, the wild west of Australia - a lawless, violent place where treachery is a way of life. Widower Charles Burton arrives in this forbidding corner of the world with his three young children. They've travelled half the globe, from the lush rolling hills and dales of Yorkshire, on a mission to save their family's sheep and cattle property. Rebuilding the fortunes of Burton Station will ask everything of Charles and his children, particularly daughter Victoria, who will at times threaten to bring about their downfall. Here in the oldest landscape on earth, survival has always proved a battle. And when greed takes over, the battle only intensifies. The Indigenous are robbed of their lands and their very way of life as every new arrival fights for the riches on offer - the grazing territory, the pearls and the gold. Amid all this brutality, the Burtons and their allies must fight to conquer the savagery that surrounds them. From Yorkshire to Cossack in Western Australia, and London to Tahiti in French Polynesia, Pilbara is the tale of a family on a mission to restore the honour of its name."

Judy Nunn (Author), Zoe Carides (Narrator)

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Dusk

"Brought to you by Penguin. An explosive novel of the wild, and the lengths humans will go to control it The distant highlands, covered in snow and strewn with ancient bones, are an alien home for a puma from South America. But when Dusk escapes her captors, reports of killing sprees of sheep and shepherds are not long to follow. The highlands are no less alien to twins Iris and Floyd, whose family history renders them outcasts. Out of work, money and friends, they hear of the significant bounty on Dusk’s head. They decide to join the hunt. As they journey up into the wild, haunted country, they discover there's far more to the land and people than they imagined. Forced to make an uneasy alliance with a fellow tracker, the twins’ lifelong bond is put at risk. And as the trio close in on their prey, it becomes clear where the true danger lies . . . 'A sublime novel' Hannah Kent 'Magnificent' TIM WINTON, author of Juice 'Starkly beautiful and deeply felt ... the pared-back textures of Dusk’s prose occasionally recall those of Cormac McCarthy' Guardian (Australia) © Robbie Arnott 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025"

Robbie Arnott (Author), Zoe Carides (Narrator)

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Smokehouse

"Winner of the Victorian Premier's Literary Award for Fiction An accomplished story collection that is deeply rooted in the Tasmanian landscape and those moments in people's lives when everything changes. Set in southern Tasmania, the linked stories in Smokehouse bring into focus a small community and capture those moments when life turns and one person becomes another. As we get to know these characters - a mother whose fresh start leads to a fractured future, a stonemason seeking connection, a woman grieving her adopted mother, a couple torn apart by their daughter's drug addiction - we learn how their lives intersect, in various ways, across time and place. With insight and empathy, Melissa Manning interrogates how the people we meet and the places we live shape who we become."

Melissa Manning (Author), Zoe Carides (Narrator)

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Limberlost

"Ned West dreams of sailing across the river on a boat of his very own. A boat means freedom - the fresh open water, squid-rich reefs, fires on private beaches - a far cry from life on Limberlost, the family farm, where his father worries and grieves for Ned's older brothers. They're away fighting in a ruthless and distant war, becoming men on the battlefield, while Ned - too young to enlist - roams the land in search of rabbits to shoot, selling their pelts to fund his secret boat ambitions. But as the seasons pass and Ned grows up, real life gets in the way. Ned falls for Callie, the tough, capable sister of his best friend, and together they learn the lessons of love, loss, and hardship. When a storm decimates the Limberlost crop and shakes the orchard's future, Ned must decide what to protect: his childhood dreams, or the people and the land that surround him... “Sad and satisfying.” - The Times on The Rain Heron “Timeless and poignant.” - Guardian on The Rain Heron “Shocking... Beautiful... Satisfying.” - Scotsman on The Rain Heron"

Robbie Arnott (Author), Zoe Carides (Narrator)

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Limberlost

"The third novel by the award-winning author of Flames and The Rain Heron, Limberlost is an extraordinary chronicle of life and land: of carnage and kindness, blood ties and love. Ned West dreams of sailing across the river on a boat of his very own. To Ned, a boat means freedom – the fresh open water, squid-rich reefs, fires on private beaches – a far cry from life on Limberlost, the family farm, where his father worries and grieves for Ned’s older brothers. They’re away fighting in a ruthless and distant war, becoming men on the battlefield, while Ned – too young to enlist – roams the land in search of rabbits to shoot, selling their pelts to fund his secret boat ambitions. But as the seasons pass and Ned grows up, real life gets in the way. Ned falls for Callie, the tough, capable sister of his best friend, and together they learn the lessons of love, loss, and hardship. When a storm decimates the Limberlost crop and shakes the orchard’s future, Ned must decide what to protect: his childhood dreams, or the people and the land that surround him… At turns tender and vicious, Limberlost is a tale of the masculinities we inherit, the limits of ownership and understanding, and the teeming, vibrant wonders of growing up. In the folkloric spirit of Max Porter’s Lanny, Julia Armfield’s Salt Slow and Paul Kingsnorth’s Beast, this is an unforgettable love letter to the richness of the natural world from a writer of rare, spellbinding talent. ‘A strange and joyous marvel.’ RICHARD FLANAGAN on Flames ‘Arnott’s eco-fable, set in a politically broken near future, explores the constant push-pull that exists between our capacity for enchantment and our need to exploit what we find…It’s sad and satisfying.’ THE TIMES on The Rain Heron"

Robbie Arnott (Author), Zoe Carides (Narrator)

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Centre Stage

"A tantalising glimpse into the world of theatre and what goes on when the spotlight dims and the curtain falls. A HIDDEN DARKNESS Alex Rainford has it all. He's sexy, charismatic and adored by fans the world over. But he is not all he seems. What spectre from the past is driving him ever closer to evil? And who will fall under his spell along the way? CONFRONTING THE PAST Madeleine Frances, beautiful stage and screen actress. Years before she escaped Alex's fatal charm, but now she is forced to confront him once again ... and reveal her devastating secret. TALENT AND TEMPTATION Susannah Wright, the finest classical actress of her generation. Not even her awesome talent can save her from Alex's dangerous charisma. DANGEROUS DESIRE Imogen McLaughlin, the promising young actress whose biggest career break could be her greatest downfall. She wants Alex Rainford - but she doesn't know that he has the power to destroy her ... Stars shine on centre stage. But what secrets lie hidden in the wings? 'Mistress of the ripping yarn.' SUN-HERALD '500 pages of perfect reading.' AUSTRALIAN WOMEN'S WEEKLY 'Perfect summer reading.' SYDNEY MORNING HERALD 'A master of what she does.' WEEKLY TIMES 'A stunning blockbuster.' WOMAN'S DAY 'A prolific writer of bestsellers.' THE AGE"

Judy Nunn (Author), Zoe Carides (Narrator)

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The Nazis Knew My Name

"'This thought-provoking book is a must-read for anyone interested in the Holocaust' - Ariana Neumann The extraordinarily moving memoir by Australian Slovakian Holocaust survivor Magda Hellinger, who saved an untold number of lives at Auschwitz through everyday acts of courage, kindness and ingenuity. In the camps during the Second World War, prisoner Magda Hellinger Blau was selected by the SS as a Jewish prison leader and she eventually rises to the senior position of Lagerälteste (Camp Elder). Madga used her proximity to her fellow prisoners and the SS to engage in numerous acts of kindness, bravery and compassion to keep the prisoners alive in frightening and uncertain circumstances. Now, her daughter Maya Lee tells the definitive story of her mother, a woman who showed great bravery and compassion when stuck between worlds of authority and imprisonment. Using her mother's short memoir as a starting point, this book is Maya Lee's deep-dive into her mother's life and the power of kindness in the face of adversity, as she connects with fellow Auschwitz survivors and forms new friendships throughout her journey. The Nazis Knew My Name is a poignant and personal exploration of the prisoners in the Holocaust camps and the need to still tell these stories almost 70 years on."

Magda Hellinger, Maya Lee (Author), Kristin Atherton, Zoe Carides (Narrator)

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Girl, 11

"INCLUDING ENHANCED AUDIO FEATURES Former social worker Elle Castillo is the host of a popular true-crime podcast that tackles cold cases of missing children in her hometown. After four seasons of successful investigations, Elle decides to tackle her white whale: the Countdown Killer, or TCK. Twenty years ago, TCK established a pattern of taking and ritualistically murdering girls, each a year younger than the last. No one’s ever known why—why he stopped abruptly with his eleven-year-old victim, or why he followed the ritual at all. Weeks into her new season, Elle sets out to interview a listener promising a tip, only to discover his dead body. When a child is abducted days later, in a pattern that looks very familiar, Elle is convinced TCK is back. Will she be able to get law enforcement on her side and stop TCK before it’s too late? “A smart and fast thriller.’ Kate Mildenhall 'Amy Suiter Clarke comes out of the gate running with a confident and riveting debut. I bit my nails through every twist in this pitch-perfect thrill-ride--and teared up at its commitment to honoring victims of violence everywhere.' Amy Gentry, bestselling author of Good as Gone and Bad Habits 'GIRL, 11 is a chilling, expertly-constructed thriller that strikes the perfect balance between page-turning twists and piercing commentary on the true cost of crime. Amy Suiter Clarke's debut is about to be your new obsession.' Layne Fargo, author of Temper and They Never Learn 'Delectably tense and terrifying. With psychological precision and electric storytelling, Amy Suiter Clarke has created a thriller that feels ripped from the headlines. True crime fanatics will find their new obsession in this dark debut.' Megan Collins, author of The Winter Sister and Behind The Red Door 'A powerful, engaging debut. Clarke crafts a tale of obsession, dark histories, and one woman's quest to bring a terrifying killer to justice, GIRL, 11 is delivered with poise, style, and cunning.” --Alex Segura, acclaimed author of Miami Midnight, Poe Dameron: Free Fall, and Blackout 'Twisty and tense! GIRL, 11 is a stirring and stunning tale of secrets, saviors and serial killers.” Rachel Howzell Hall, author of the critically-acclaimed And Now She's Gone, They All Fall Down, and the Detective Lou Norton series 'A remarkable debut…compelling and skillfully crafted. GIRL, 11 is current, twisty, and utterly irresistible!' Wendy Walker, bestselling author of Don't Look for Me"

Amy Suiter Clarke (Author), Aimee Horne, Anna Hruby, Annabel Stephenson, Blazey Best, Brad Grisaffe, Chris Coucouvinis, Emma Chelsey, Emma Leonard, Felicity Jurd, Jacqui Duncan, Markus Hamilton, Paige Walker, Philippe Klaus, Taylor Owynns, Zoe Carides (Narrator)

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Girl, 11

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Love Objects

"A stunning, simply told story of great compassion and insight, from the author of the Stella Prize-shortlisted An Isolated Incident. 'Bold, furious, unapologetic and deeply insightful.' Sofie Laguna, author of Infinite Splendours 'A stunning, immersive novel that will change the conversation about class and about what possessions mean. It's important and funny and sad and beautiful and I absolutely adored it.' Kathryn Heyman, author of Storm and Grace and Fury 'One of the most big-hearted novels I've ever read. Each person fully formed, each scene and new catastrophe rooted in truth.' Bri Lee, author of Eggshell Skull Nic is a forty-five-year-old trivia buff, amateur nail artist and fairy godmother to the neighbourhood's stray cats. She's also the owner of a decade's worth of daily newspapers, enough clothes and shoes to fill Big W three times over and a pen collection which, if laid end-to-end, would probably circle her house twice. The person she's closest to in the world is her beloved niece Lena, who she meets for lunch every Sunday. One day Nic fails to show up. When Lena travels to her aunt's house to see if Nic's all right, she gets the shock of her life, and sets in train a series of events that will prove cataclysmic for them both. By the acclaimed author of An Isolated Incident, Love Objects is a clear-eyed, heart-wrenching and deeply compassionate novel about love and family, betrayal and forgiveness, and the things we do to fill our empty spaces."

Emily Maguire (Author), Zoe Carides (Narrator)

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The Rain Heron

"Ren lives alone on the remote frontier of a country devastated by a coup. High on the forested slopes, she survives by hunting and trading - and forgetting. But when a young soldier comes to the mountains in search of a legendary creature, Ren is inexorably drawn into an impossible mission. As their lives entwine, unravel and erupt - as myth merges with reality - both Ren and the soldier are forced to confront what they regret, what they love, and what they fear. A vibrant homage to the natural world, bursting with beautiful landscapes and memorable characters, The Rain Heron is a beautifully told eco-fable about our fragile and dysfunctional relationships with the planet and with each other, the havoc we wreak and the price we pay. “The Rain Heron is genuinely and completely magnificent - a magical thing.” ROBERT LUKINS"

Robbie Arnott (Author), Jessica Douglas-Henry, Zoe Carides (Narrator)

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The Rain Heron

"Ren lives alone on the remote frontier of a country devastated by a coup. High on the forested slopes, she survives by hunting and trading—and forgetting. But when a young soldier comes to the mountains in search of a local myth, Ren is inexorably drawn into her impossible mission. As their lives entwine, unravel and erupt—as myths merge with reality—both Ren and the soldier are forced to confront what they regret, what they love, and what they fear. Robbie Arnott’s stunning second novel remakes our relationship with the natural world. The Rain Heron is equal parts horror and wonder, and utterly gripping. ‘With its emotional power and rich symbolism, The Rain Heron is an immersion in landscape, climate and an animal world that lives despite us, not for us. Robbie Arnott has imagined a creature, by turns exquisitely beautiful and terrifying, the likes of which I have never seen in Australian literature. His titular heron is a source of breathless wonder, of reverence. Arnott is just as wise with his human characters, with their wretchedness and elation, love and mistrust. There are images in this book that are entirely new to me, and I will cherish them.’ Jock Serong ‘Robbie Arnott is singlehandedly reinventing Australian literature. The Rain Heron is a soaring feat of the imagination.’ Bram Presser ‘The Rain Heron is exquisite. It is both fantastical and deeply true.’ Jane Rawson ‘The Rain Heron is genuinely and completely magnificent—a magical thing.’ Robert Lukins ‘The Rain Heron is an intoxicating fable from an extraordinary imagination. Robbie Arnott writes like the words want to be his.’ Anna Spargo-Ryan ‘Robbie Arnott imagines a thoroughly strange, inky-dark land of the near future. Sharp and original, The Rain Heron is a beautiful novel about love, violence and redemption.’ Laura Elvery ‘A journey into a perilous world where the horror of human greed collides with the eloquence of nature.’ Leah Kaminsky ‘In The Rain Heron, Robbie Arnott has turned his gaze to civilisation’s need to control and understand the natural world. This is a book full of heart—it’s so richly imagined, inventive and beautifully written, with a strong message, but is never didactic.’ J. P. Pomare ‘Delightful. He jumps playfully between different writing styles in every chapter…[An] enchanting story that also captures something very real about Tasmanian life.’ Guardian on Flames ‘A rich and memorable picture with prose of an exceptionally high quality.’ Kill Your Darlings on Flames ‘Arnott skilfully switches between different voices and genres in a trick reminiscent of David Mitchell’s Cloud Atlas. The range he displays is impressive, swinging from fable to gothic horror to hardboiled detective story.’ Books+Publishing on Flames ‘An engrossing narrative of mystery and escape …You never quite know which direction the story will take off in as it creates a new kind of fairytale for our fire-prone landscape.’ Judges’ report on Flames, Sydney Morning Herald Best Young Australian Novelist 2019 ‘A book that delivers hard truths that urgently need to be heard.’ Books+Publishing ‘As luminescent as it is devastating, Arnott’s tightly wrought storytelling reveals the myriad harms we wreak both on our planet and on each other. It is mesmerising.’ Ruth Gilligan Shortlisted, Guardian’s Not the Booker Prize (for Flames), United Kingdom, 2019 Shortlisted, Victorian Premier's Literary Award for Fiction (for Flames), 2019 Longlisted, Indie Book Awards for Debut Fiction (for Flames), 2019 Shortlisted, UTS Glenda Adams Award for New Writing, NSW Premier's Literary Awards (for Flames), 2019 Shortlisted, Queensland Literary Awards: University of Queensland Fiction Book Award (for Flames), 2018 Shortlisted, Readings Prize for New Australian Fiction (for Flames), 2018 Shortlisted, Katheen Mitchell Award, 2019 Longlisted, ALS Gold Medal, 2019 Longlisted, Miles Franklin Literary Award, 2019 Shortlisted, Tasmania Book Prize, Premier's Literary Awards, 2019 Shortlisted, Margaret Scott Prize, Premier's Literary Awards, 2019 Longlisted, Voss Literary Prize, 2019"

Robbie Arnott (Author), Jessica Douglas-Henry, Zoe Carides (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Zoe Carides