Bare-Naked Lola

Marisa Blake dives into the third Lola Cruz mystery, giving it a fast-paced and vibrant narration. It's a lot for listeners new to the series to take in, but they're rewarded with a rich listening experience as P.I. Lola navigates the lifestyle of a courtside dancer in an undercover assignment that requires her to wear skimpy clothing that pushes her boundaries. The case leads to a nudist resort where Lola's discomfort is magnified, highlighting her relationship with her family and new boyfriend. Lola's sassiness and the dancers' body language are reflected in their voices with bold, confident tones that make each character distinct. Lola mixes Spanish into her speech for emotional emphasis. Annoyance is conveyed with sighs and a frayed tenor as feminist ideals compete with the undercover assignment's tasks. A.L.C. � AudioFile 2019, Portland, Maine