Once More upon a Time audiobook by Roshani Chokshi

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Status: Completed
Version: Unabridged
Author: Roshani Chokshi
Narrator: Rebecca Gibel, Shiromi Arserio, Vikas Adam
Series: Unknown
Genre: Romance
Updated: 15/02/2024
Listening Time: Unknown
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Love Rekindled in Enchantment: Once More upon a Time Audiobook

In the labyrinth of life’s myriad tales, there are few as timeless as those of love lost and found. Roshani Chokshi’s Once More upon a Time Audiobook weaves such a story, breathing new life into the age-old fabric of fairy tales with her lyrical prose and intricate world-building. This isn’t my first dance with Chokshi’s work; her vibrant narratives in Aru Shah and the End of Time captivated me before, but this foray into the realm of romance was an enchanting departure from her usual mythological adventures.

The tale begins with a kingdom bereft of its most precious asset – love. King Ambrose and Queen Imelda, whose love was once the stuff of legends, find themselves in an emotional desert, their bond severed by a pact with a sly witch. It’s been one year since they exchanged vows and unwittingly traded their love to save Imelda’s life – a decision that saved her flesh but starved their hearts.

Narrated by the trio of Rebecca Gibel, Shiromi Arserio, and Vikas Adam, each character is given breath and depth through distinct voices that paint the emotional landscape with precision. Gibel’s portrayal of Imelda captures a queen’s grace laced with longing, while Adam infuses Ambrose with a haunted determination. Arserio brings an enigmatic allure to the witch, crafting auditory silhouettes that listeners can’t help but be drawn to.

As I dove into this audiobook, I found myself enveloped in Chokshi’s rich tapestry of narrative threads. The journey that Ambrose and Imelda undertake at the behest of the witch is more than a mere quest; it is a pilgrimage through their fractured past. Each step forward is a step inward, revealing that what they truly yearn for isn’t just each other’s company but the reclamation of a love they feared forever lost.

The genius in Chokshi’s storytelling lies not just in the grandeur of kingdoms and curses but in the intimate moments she crafts. It’s in these spaces where the audiobook shines brightest – when Gibel’s voice quivers with vulnerability or when Adam’s tone shifts subtly to convey Ambrose’s dawning realizations.

I’ve always believed that an audiobook has the power to elevate good writing into something transcendent, where words are not merely read but performed. In this case, it felt as if I were seated by a hearth in some ancient hall, spellbound by bards who understood every nuance of this fairy tale.

What struck me most deeply was how Chokshi managed to explore themes of sacrifice and redemption without ever losing sight of her characters’ humanity – or rather their monarchial counterparts thereof. The pathos entwined within their journey tugged at my heartstrings as I rooted for them to rediscover their shared heartbeat amidst trials and tribulations.

For those seeking refuge from reality or simply a sojourn into lands brimming with magic and emotion, Once More upon a Time Audiobook offers an escape into realms both lush and luminous. This auditory experience awaits at Audiobooks4soul.com, ready to unfold its wings for anyone willing to listen.

As I reflect on Ambrose and Imelda’s tale, it leaves behind an echo – a reminder that sometimes love must be set free before it can truly be embraced again. And perhaps this is why we are so captivated by stories like these; they remind us that love is both our greatest weakness and our most formidable strength.

So here I sign off, Stephen Dale – book lover turned blogger – with my heart still resonating from this melodic audiobook experience. Until our next adventure between pages or through speakers, happy listening!

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