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  • Written by: Kerri Maniscalco
  • Narrated by: Marisa Calin
  • Length: 12 hrs and 6 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (276 ratings)

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Kingdom of the Wicked

Written by: Kerri Maniscalco
Narrated by: Marisa Calin
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Publisher's Summary

A James Patterson Presents novel

From the number one New York Times and USA Today best-selling author of the Stalking Jack the Ripper series comes a new blockbuster series....

Two sisters.
One brutal murder.
A quest for vengeance that will unleash Hell itself...
And an intoxicating romance.

Emilia and her twin sister Vittoria are streghe - witches who live secretly among humans, avoiding notice and persecution. One night, Vittoria misses dinner service at the family's renowned Sicilian restaurant. Emilia soon finds the body of her beloved twin...desecrated beyond belief. Devastated, Emilia sets out to find her sister's killer and to seek vengeance at any cost - even if it means using dark magic that's been long forbidden.

Then, Emilia meets Wrath, one of the Wicked-princes of Hell she has been warned against in tales since she was a child. Wrath claims to be on Emilia's side, tasked by his master with solving the series of women's murders on the island. But when it comes to the Wicked, nothing is as it seems....

©2020 Kerri Maniscalco (P)2020 Jimmy Patterson

What the critics say

"An intoxicating, tightly plotted feast for the senses with a dramatic cliffhanger."—Kirkus Reviews

"Lyrical writing and an immersive atmosphere accompany a well-built world rooted in 19th-century Palermo, especially evocative descriptions of food prepared in the family's restaurant, while intriguing plot twists round off the novel."—Publishers Weekly

"The characters are richly drawn; the worldbuilding is smart, based on historical events and infused with magic; and the page-turning plot is a force to be reckoned with. Food, family, magic, and romance are threaded into this propulsive story, making it a thrilling, wondrous, and atmospheric tale."—Booklist

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Can't wait for the next one!

This has to be one of the best performances I have heard from Audible! It made a great story even better.
I was a bit skeptical of the book at first since sometimes these types of books can focus a bit to much on the romance, or have a strong female character that only remains strong until a strong man can take over. But this was different, she remains strong and puts her family and friends first.

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Rolling my eyes

I found myself rolling my eyes and shaking my head throughout the whole book. It took three attempts to finish. Save your money.

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Loved it

Absolutely loved the narrator and the thematic performance, and the story was all kinds of fun. Eagerly waiting for the next one.

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Entertaining listen

Marisa Calin’s performance was great and I look forward to listening to more books narrated by her. Her accents and voices were distinctive enough to easily tell which character was speaking.

The story was enjoyably dark but light enough to leave you entertained. Emilia sometimes frustrated me with her choices or her inability to see what was plainly obvious but that’s the point of a good character. If she was perfect it would have made for a boring listen. It’s fun to see a character grow into themselves and even go a little dark. Wrath, on the other hand, is just sinfully interesting enough to make you almost want to meet him in real life.

Overall, entertaining and enjoyable enough that my 8 hrs drive flew by and I look forward to listening to the next book in the series.

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An Interesting Take On Hell

An interesting magical journey with lots of twists and an unique premise. Normally straight couples aren’t my thing but I do like Wrath and Emilia and they grow on me as the book goes. The cliffhanger makes me want more. Narration is often the make or break for me in audiobooks and this narrator have enough life and animation well not being to overtop making it easy and enjoyable to listen to. Love her voice.

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Loved it!!

I really enjoyed this book. The story keeps you wanting to know more and read on. This book is perfect for people who love fantasy, witches, demons and slow burn romance.

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Couldn't put it down

listened to this in two days.
I really enjoyed the narrator.

Story was interesting and kept me engaged.
The love interest story portion wasn't the best plot but it works lol just a few moments where I was like "really?" 😅

Vanilla spice for any who are wondering. just tension and a few kisses.

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just like a good bedtime story

struggled a bit from the start but gets better after free chapters. great story but too descriptive long. the narrator make it into a good story telling.

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Devilish good fun

I really enjoyed this story. Finally I've found a YA fantasy with a heroine that I loved. This is clearly only the beginning to this story, but it's a fantastic start. I can't wait for more.

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the world is wonderfully built not the protagonist

it's good for the most part except the main character seems uselessly incompetent, she makes seemingly rushed choices and seems like someone who'd burn every friendship the moment they don't give her what she wants

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