Review: Midnight in Silverton: American Gothic by Adam Copeland
Midnight in Silverton: American Gothic is a dark, atmospheric, immersive, and captivating pulp thriller set in a small Oregon town that expertly blends mystery, paranormal, and dark humor. The author, Adam Copeland, is a native of the Pacific Northwest and he uses his knowledge of the region to create a vivid and immersive setting for his story.
The plot follows a writer who suffers from memory loss and finds himself in the middle of a series of murders that involve a diverse cast of quirky characters, each with their own secrets and motivations. The story is well-written, fast-paced, and has an engaging style that kept me interested and entertained throughout.
The audiobook version of Midnight in Silverton is narrated by Scarlett Quinn, a Canadian actor and voice artist. She does a good job of reading the book and giving voice to the characters, but sadly she lacks the experience and skill of a more seasoned narrator.
Her voice is pleasant and clear, but sometimes monotone and devoid of emotion. I believe that the audiobook would have benefited from a more dynamic and expressive narration to better match the tone and mood of the story. Of course, after listening to more than 1,500 audiobooks I’m quite picky when it comes to the “voices that I allow in my head” so probably most of you won’t have an issue with this performance. Last, but definitely not least, our main character is a guy so a male narrator would have been much more appropriate in order to bring him to life for this audio production.
Midnight in Silverton: American Gothic is a highly entertaining and original thriller that will appeal to fans of the genre. The excellent story is a great example of the author’s creativity, and the audiobook is a good way to enjoy it. Still, I recommend that you listen to the sample before buying it, as the narration might not suit everyone’s taste.
If you are looking for a fun and exciting read that will keep you guessing until the end, then you should give Midnight in Silverton: American Gothic a try.
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