If you read a fair amount of MM romance, you’ve likely heard of Nox. It’s one of those titles that consistently appears in recommendation requests as a book that will pull you in and surprise the heck out of you. This audiobook did just that.
I’ve always enjoyed shifter stories, but I really like when they feature interesting worlds with plenty of details to immerse the reader. Nox went above and beyond in that respect. There is a lot of science and explanation behind the Anubis and how they were made, thrive, and battle. The level of description made it easy to get lost within the story. On top of that there was suspense and considerable action that kept me engaged from beginning to end.
From a romantic standpoint, I loved the pairing of Nox and Luca. Their connection steadily built to a palpable boiling point and their chemistry was undeniable. I loved that a well developed story is a driving force in the relationship as well, as some shifter stories seem to rely solely on a primal bond. Although that’s certainly a major piece to this story, it’s not the only driving force and it made this couple that much more memorable.
With all the amazing aspects making up Nox, it was great to see the narrator handle it perfectly. He highlighted the emotion, had distinct voices for each character, with an easy cadence and pleasant tone. He let the story speak for itself and elevated it to the point that I looked forward to long drives so I could listen longer.
Nox is an easy recommendation for the story alone but the narration is so good that I’d definitely recommend it for audio fans.