AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFROM THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF FIRST LIE WINS Two women. One dead husband. And only one alibi. “Elston expertly unravels a web of secrets and lies. You won’t be able to put this excellent thriller down until the final shocking page.” —Megan MirandaEveryone at Chantilly’s Bar noticed out-of-towner Camille Bayliss. Red lips, designer heels, sipping a Negroni. But that woman wasn’t Camille Bayliss. It was Aubrey Price.Camille Bayliss appears to have the picture-perfect life; she’s married to hotshot lawyer Ben and is the daughter of a wealthy Louisiana family. Only nothing is as it seems: Camille believes Ben has been hiding dirty secrets for years, but she can’t find proof because he tracks her every move.Aubrey Price has been haunted by the terrible night that changed her life a decade ago, and she’s convinced Benjamin Bayliss knows something about it. Living in a house full of criminals, Aubrey understands there’s more than one way to get to the truth—and she may have found the best way in.Aubrey and Camille hatch a plan. It sounds simple: For twelve hours, Aubrey will take Camille’s place. Camille will spy on Ben, and the two women will get the answers they desperately seek.Except the next morning, Ben is found murdered. Both women need an airtight alibi, but only one of them has it. And one false step is all it takes for everything to come undone.
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Serious
“This voice is uniquely suited for a thriller narrator, offering a smooth, intense tone that naturally builds suspense and draws listeners into dark, unraveling plots, perfectly matching the mysterious and dramatic requirements.”
“The theatrical quality of this voice, balancing warmth with an underlying mystery, makes it highly effective for revealing secrets in a psychological thriller. Its expressive nature allows for nuanced tension building.”
Female · Middle-Aged · Narration · Character-Voice · Professional · Serious · +2 more
“A professional and serious delivery from this voice provides a measured pace that is ideal for a suspenseful narrative. The calm yet authoritative presence can effectively convey hidden dangers and intense moments.”
Female · Middle-Aged · Narration · Professional · Warm · Clear · +3 more
“With a clear, crisp, and warm professional tone, this voice is excellent for engaging storytelling while maintaining the measured and precise articulation needed for a thriller. It can subtly enhance the dramatic elements.”
British · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Neutral
“This voice's measured and distant quality, specifically noted for mystery book narration, offers a unique texture for a suspenseful audiobook. The British accent adds an element of detachment, fitting a narrator revealing secrets.”
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Camille Bayliss
protagonist
A woman initially constrained and elegant, but with an underlying desperation and growing resolve as she seeks the truth about her husband.
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Kira - Steady, Articulate and Soothing
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Kira - Steady, Articulate and Soothing
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ElevenLabsprofessional
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“Kira's steady, articulate, and grounded American voice perfectly embodies Camille's initial elegance and measured demeanor, while its natural resonance can subtly convey her growing desperation and resolve.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“The intimate and assured presence of this voice, combined with its calm and articulate delivery, suits Camille's classy yet increasingly desperate search for truth. It suggests a woman of substance grappling with intense emotions.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Wise
“Angela's warm, empathetic, and wise middle-aged American voice provides a relatable foundation for Camille, allowing her underlying desperation to emerge authentically from a seemingly composed exterior. It's excellent for a protagonist's emotional journey.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Confident
“Pam's calm and composed American voice aligns with Camille's classy and measured traits. This voice can deliver the character's lines with a subtle intensity, hinting at the hidden turmoil beneath her polished surface.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Upbeat
“This voice, described as determined and upbeat, could represent Camille's growing resolve. While slightly more energetic, its American accent and middle-aged range fit, offering a contrast to her initial constraint and highlighting her transformation.”
A determined and resourceful woman, haunted by her past, with a pragmatic and slightly tougher edge due to her experiences.
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Blair
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Blair
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ElevenLabsprofessional
American · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Confident
“Blair's warm, clear, and emotionally grounded American voice, with its ability to move between vulnerability and intensity, is an ideal match for Aubrey's determined and resilient nature, haunted by her past experiences.”
American · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Confident
“Jessi's down-to-earth and relatable American tone perfectly captures Aubrey's pragmatic and slightly tougher edge. The engaging warmth allows for a conversational style that still conveys seriousness and determination.”
American · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Pleasant
“Kelly's warm, mid-range American voice with a soothing yet spirited cadence, carrying natural empathy, would work well for Aubrey. The thoughtful pauses and slight emotional quiver can convey her haunted past and serious resolve.”
American · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Pleasant
“Allison's natural, conversational, and articulate American voice is a strong fit for Aubrey's direct and determined communication style. Its modern, trustworthy tone can convey her resourcefulness and serious intent.”
American · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Modulated
“Veda Sky's modulated and intense American voice, designed for suspenseful storytelling, could effectively portray Aubrey's determined and serious edge. It offers a slightly darker, more mysterious interpretation, fitting the thriller genre.”
A charismatic but ultimately sinister hotshot lawyer, whose voice should convey a polished exterior masking manipulative and dark secrets.
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Gus
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Gus
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Fish Audio
Male · Young · Medium · Conversational · Narration · Character-Voice · +56 more
“Gus's young male voice, described as deep and calm with a conversational tone, can effectively portray Ben's charismatic exterior. The somewhat monotone delivery could subtly hint at the sinister and manipulative undertones, masking dark secrets.”
Female · Male · Young · Middle-Aged · Old · Character-Voice · +11 more
“The commanding and intense male voice of The Prototype v2, with its raspy, mature tone, offers a perfect blend for Ben Bayliss. It conveys the polished exterior with an inherent dark quality, ideal for a sinister antagonist.”
Male · Middle-Aged · Conversational · Narration · Character-Voice · Social-Media · +57 more
“Matt Dillon's TTS voice, with its conversational and potentially authoritative male tone, could capture Ben's charismatic lawyer persona. The versatility allows for both smooth delivery and the subtle reveal of his darker nature.”
Female · Middle-Aged · Conversational · Entertainment · Low · Educational · +56 more
“Max's conversational male voice, with its potential for deep and smooth qualities, could embody Ben's confident and charismatic facade. The ability to shift to a darker tone would be crucial for revealing his sinister side.”
Hot · Sexy · Female · Slow · Male · Middle-Aged · +7 more
“This voice, while broadly described, has labels like 'deep,' 'calm,' 'professional,' and 'authoritative,' which could be shaped to fit Ben's polished lawyer persona. The 'slow' and 'measured' pacing can enhance his manipulative presence.”