The Shape of Monsters by Tessa Gratton — Unabridged Audiobook
The Shape of Monsters by Tessa Gratton is the second instalment of the Moon Heresies trilogy, presented here as an English unabridged audiobook narrated by Emily Lawrence. Its fantasy plot follows Iriset and Lyric amid scheming kings, capricious gods and a city where human architecture is practised as heretical magic.
At a glance
- Second instalment in the Moon Heresies trilogy.
- Fantasy story featuring Iriset and Lyric, political intrigue, capricious gods and magical architecture.
- Unabridged audio presentation with a stated length of 20 hours and 37 minutes.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The unabridged format provides the complete audiobook version.
- A substantial stated listening length may suit listeners looking for a long fantasy story.
- The plot description establishes its place in a continuing trilogy.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Language | English |
| Listening length | 20 hours and 37 minutes |
| Narrator | Emily Lawrence |
| Author | Tessa Gratton |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Orbit |
| Publication date | 16 Jun. 2026 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners who enjoy fantasy involving political intrigue, gods and unusual magic.
- Readers or listeners already following the Moon Heresies trilogy.
- Those looking for a long, unabridged audiobook narrated by Emily Lawrence.
Less suited to
- Listeners looking for a standalone story rather than a later instalment of a trilogy.
- Those who prefer a shorter audiobook.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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The listing shows an aggregate rating of 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings. That is a small rating sample and offers no detail about why listeners rated the audiobook as they did, so it cannot establish opinions about the narration, story or audio presentation.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Shape of Monsters part of a series?
Yes. The listing describes it as the second instalment of Tessa Gratton’s Moon Heresies trilogy.
Who narrates the audiobook, and how long is it?
The listed narrator is Emily Lawrence, and the listening length is 20 hours and 37 minutes.
Is this an abridged edition?
No. The listed version is Unabridged.
