The Shape of Monsters Audiobook by Tessa Gratton
The Shape of Monsters is an unabridged fantasy audiobook by Tessa Gratton and the second installment of the Moon Heresies trilogy. Iriset and Emperor Lyric navigate a city shaped by heretical magic, political schemes, and gods, with the fate of their world at stake.
At a glance
- Second installment in the Moon Heresies trilogy.
- Fantasy narrative featuring Iriset, Emperor Lyric, heretical magic, and a city of monsters.
- The listing identifies the edition as unabridged and gives Emily Lawrence as narrator.
Pros and cons
Pros
- A listed runtime of 20 hours and 37 minutes suits listeners looking for a long-form fantasy story.
- The unabridged designation indicates this edition is presented as the full-length audiobook.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Author | Tessa Gratton |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Emily Lawrence |
| Listening length | 20 hours and 37 minutes |
| Version | Unabridged |
| Program type | Audiobook |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Orbit |
| Publication date | June 16, 2026 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners following the Moon Heresies trilogy who want its second installment in audio.
- Fantasy audiobook buyers interested in political intrigue, gods, and a world shaped by magical architecture.
Less suited to
- Listeners looking for a standalone entry, since this is described as the trilogy's second installment.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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The available aggregate ratings lean positive overall, but include three-, four-, and five-star ratings rather than a uniformly high distribution. With only a small number of ratings and no written review details supplied, they offer limited guidance about narration, pacing, or the story itself.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Shape of Monsters a standalone story?
The listing describes it as the second installment of the Moon Heresies trilogy, so it is positioned as part of a series.
Who narrates the audiobook?
The listing names Emily Lawrence as narrator.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 20 hours and 37 minutes.
Is this edition abridged?
The listing identifies the version as unabridged.
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