The Best Audiobooks of 2023 You Need to Listen To

If you're an avid audiobook listener, you know the thrill of finding a new title or series that you just can't put down. 2023 has brought a host of fantastic audiobooks to the world, covering a wide range of genres and topics. From fiction to non-fiction, and from self-improvement to thrillers, there's something for everyone. Here are some of the best audiobooks of 2023 that you won't want to miss.

1. "The Testaments" by Margaret Atwood

Margaret Atwood's "The Handmaid's Tale" has been a cultural phenomenon since it was first published in 1985. The follow-up to the classic novel, "The Testaments," was released in 2019 and has finally come to audiobook format in 2023. This audiobook promises to offer even more insight into the inner workings of Gilead and the lives of the handmaids.

2. "The Four Winds" by Kristin Hannah

Kristin Hannah is known for her powerful and emotional historical fiction, and "The Four Winds" is no exception. Set during the Great Depression, this novel follows the story of a Texas farmer and her family as they navigate the hardships of the Dust Bowl and the promise of a better life in California. This audiobook is sure to be an emotional and thought-provoking listen.

3. "The Code Breaker" by Walter Isaacson

Walter Isaacson, the bestselling author of "Steve Jobs" and "Einstein," returns with "The Code Breaker," a biography of the geneticist and biochemist Jennifer Doudna. Doudna is best known for her work on the CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing system, and this audiobook promises to explore not only her scientific achievements but also the ethical implications of her groundbreaking work.

4. "The Sanatorium" by Sarah Pearse

"The Sanatorium" is a thriller set in a remote Swiss hotel that promises to keep listeners on the edge of their seat. The novel follows a detective who is investigating a series of disappearances at the hotel, only to find that the past and present are intertwined in a way that he never could have imagined. This audiobook is sure to be a suspenseful and atmospheric listen.

5. "The Rose Code" by Kate Quinn

Kate Quinn, the bestselling author of "The Huntress" and "The Alice Network," returns with "The Rose Code," a novel set during World War II. This audiobook follows the story of three young women who are working as codebreakers at Bletchley Park, the home of British codebreaking during the war. This audiobook promises to be a thrilling and inspiring listen for fans of historical fiction and spy novels.

6. "The Push" by Ashley Audrain

"The Push" is a psychological thriller that explores the complex relationship between a mother and her daughter. The novel has received high praise for its suspenseful and thought-provoking exploration of maternal love and the dark side of motherhood. This audiobook is sure to be a captivating listen for fans of thrillers and psychological drama.

7. "The Last Thing He Told Me" by Laura Dave

"The Last Thing He Told Me" is a novel about a woman who is searching for the truth about her husband's disappearance. The audiobook follows the protagonist as she unravels a web of lies and deceit that have been hidden from her for years. This audiobook promises to be a gripping and emotional listen for fans of mystery and suspense.

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