This audiobook is a whole level above any audiobook I’ve listened to in the past. 5 stars for that. It has a multi-person voice cast, added music, layering and audio effects. At times as I listened it felt like I was in an auditorium listening to a play.

This audiobook can be listened to as just an interesting fictional story. But it is clear that it has a deeper meaning for the author. And I’m sure they wish to make people think about the issues they have raised.

The story is about American University Greek fraternities. Megan, quiet and a bit introverted at home, sees entering university life and a fraternity as a way to gain friends and change herself for a better future.

But ultimately she has issues with what this costs her understanding of her personal Christian life.

Giving something up that means a lot to you, that you means you will lose something that is important to yourself, is not easy.

I’m not American, so fraternity life is something I’ve only really seen in TV/films. After listening I did do some searching to make myself more acquainted with the background of their rituals. Which are similar to some organisations in Britain.

For Megan her choice was obvious, other characters have a different point of view. Who is right? Listen and decided for yourself.

Thank you to Dani Guevarez and NetGalley for the audio ARC. The views expressed are all mine, freely given.

I consider myself something of an audiobook connoisseur and an avid listener of podcasts and audio dramas. This book features a full cast, music, and sound effects, giving it more of an audio drama vibe than a traditional audiobook. Most of the story delves into the darker side of hazing, as Megan, our guide into this world, wrestles with how it fits with her faith. Since this topic sparks lively debates on social media, those discussions might add to the appeal. It’s detailed, and I enjoyed that it didn’t overstay its welcome.