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All the Murmuring Bones

Author:
A.G. Slatter
Read by:
Aoife Mcmahon
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Ratings
Book
63
Narrator
48
Release Date
April 8, 2021
Duration
10 hours 46 minutes
Summary
For fans of Naomi Novik and Katharine Arden, a dark gothic fairy tale from award-winning author Angela Slatter.

Orphaned as a young child, Mirin O'Malley has been brought up by her grandparents on their isolated, rambling estate Hob's Hallow. Long ago her family prospered due to a deal struck with the mer, the terrifying creatures who live in the depths of the sea: safety for their merchant ships in return for a child of each generation. But for many years the family have been unable to keep their side of the bargain and their fortunes have suffered as a result. When Mirin's grandfather dies, her grandmother puts in train a plan to restore their glory - but at the price of Mirin's freedom. Finding amongst her grandfather's papers evidence that her parents may still be alive, Mirin is determined to escape and discover the truth about her origins. This takes her on a treacherous journey to Blackwater, the estate her parents built when they fled Hob's Hallow, but on arrival Mirin finds the estate in decline and her 'Uncle Edward' in charge: where are her parents, and who is this Edward Elliott really?

A story of mystery and magic and the strange creatures that lurk beneath the waves.

“Like the sea at its heart, Slatter s haunting story is treacherous and lovely in all its dark depths.” HEATHER KASSNER, author of The Bone Garden

'Slatter's dark fantasies have a bright, burning core of understanding and insight.' M.R. CAREY, author of The Girl with All the Gifts and The Boy on the Bridge.

Praise for A.G.Slatter:

'Angela Slatter's stories are horrific, mysterious, whimsical, and mischievous. Beautifully written, full of humanity and intelligence, her stories are both timely and timeless in their concerns. This is an essential collection from one of our best.' Paul Tremblay, author of A Head Full of Ghosts and The Cabin at the End of the World.

'Marvellous stuff! Angela Slatter confronts the darker side of humanity in these bracing meditations on the nature of belief, betrayal, and wonder.' Helen Marshall, author of The Migration

'Angela Slatter is a literary fabulist and an emotional realist. These are stories of men's cruelties and women's revenges, told with the ferocity, complexity and wit that ranks their author among the finest working in the field today.' Kim Newman, author of Anno Dracula

'Angela Slatter writes some of the darkest, most beautiful stories in the world today.' Nathan Ballingrud, author of North American Lake Monsters
Reviews
Profile Avatar Nicola C. Apr 2025

stunning story and writing paired with fantastic narration. perfect.

Profile Avatar Anonymous May 2026

I really enjoyed this story. Mystical, lightly detective, family drama, redemption and acceptance.

Profile Avatar Osman Raidhan Oct 2025

Not a book I would normally listen to but I wanted to try something different. It started off great, giving a great backstory and only got better from there. The main character is well written as well as all the side characters. I did enjoy the fantasy lore and mythical creatures. All in all a great book to break my usual book choice.Narrator was excellent!

Profile Avatar Anonymous Jul 2026

Dark and mysterious. Lingering

Profile Avatar Anonymous Jun 2026

A great multi-faceted story. A mystical story you could almost believe.

Profile Avatar Nicole K. Jun 2026

Wow!! Such a good book!!

Profile Avatar Rachel Walker Mar 2026

I thought it was well written. The plot unfolded organically, not predictably. I liked the narrator as well.

Profile Avatar Laura L. Feb 2026

I am working my way through a backlog of titles, accumulated as a result of less traveling, which was when I "read" the most. I have to say, I was surprised by how much I enjoyed this book - it's not exactly what I usually listen to, but the synopsis sounded promising so I gave it a chance. OMG this held my attention such that I finished it the same day I started! I became invested in the main character early and never lost that connection. I wanted to throttle the villain. I appreciated the narrator's accent, pacing, emphasis, everything - she genuinely added to my enjoyment of the story. Definitely recommend.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Feb 2026

Very interesting story. kept me in it the whole time.

Profile Avatar Stefánia S. Nov 2025

Not a bad book by any means, but it didn't do anything for me. The narrator was good and I liked her slight Irish accent, too. :)

Profile Avatar Loafer Nov 2025

Interesting book and great narrator.

Profile Avatar Christina B. Nov 2025

Creative. Matriarch.

Profile Avatar Mary Calla R. Nov 2025

Beautifully written and narrated, with mystical irish legends and tales woven throughout. Not a book I'd typically listen to, but the other rave reviews swayed me and I'm glad they did.

Profile Avatar April B. Nov 2025

Love the narrator's Irish brogue that adds to the folklore rich, action packed tale!

Profile Avatar elle carter Nov 2025

All over the place. Didn't flow for me anyways.

Profile Avatar Patti Helander Oct 2025

A little confusing to follow, but in the end interesting story & good narrator.

Profile Avatar W. Gail Oct 2025

Excellent story and Excellent narration!

Profile Avatar Della M. Oct 2025

Great book

Profile Avatar Emily D. Oct 2025

Captivating story from the very beginning. Details are carefully unveiled as the book progresses. The narrator fits the story perfectly

Profile Avatar Marchell I. Oct 2025

Absolutely loved this book

Profile Avatar Anonymous Oct 2025

Quirky fairytale fantasy and wonderful reader

Profile Avatar Jenn E. Oct 2025

Absolutely loved this. The twists and turns and folklore weaved in. The narrator’s voice and accent are perfection with the story line

Profile Avatar Ruthann Oct 2025

Wonderful story and wonderful narration I didn’t know what was going to happen next. It was very clever and I just love stories of this type. It’s almost like a fairytale.

Profile Avatar Jennifer T. Oct 2025

Great book!

Profile Avatar Description Label Nov 2023

This started out super slow, but once it got going, it was amazing.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Oct 2023

It started out a little slow for me but I'm so glad I stuck it out. I really enjoyed the tales worked into the rest of the story!

Profile Avatar Sam B. Mar 2023

Loved it. Great storyline, the fantasy elements are cool but on the light side, and overall just a super enjoyable listen.

Profile Avatar Jill M. Mar 2023

Very entertaining! It would make a GREAT movie!!

Profile Avatar Gina G. May 2021

Absolutely loved it:)

All the Murmuring Bones

All the Murmuring Bones

Author: A.G. Slatter
Read by: Aoife Mcmahon
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