Comfort Me With Apples

Written by Catherynne M. Valente

Narrated by Karis Campbell

In this terrifying thriller, Sophia sometimes wonders about the things in her life that don’t quite make sense. But everything’s perfect—isn't it?

• Language: English
• Publisher: Dreamscape Media
• Release date: Nov 9, 2021
• ISBN: 9781666529531

Catherynne M. Valente

Catherynne M. Valente is an acclaimed New York Times bestselling creator of over forty works of fantasy and science fiction, including the Fairyland novels and The Glass Town Game. She has been nominated for the Nebula and World Fantasy awards, and has won the Otherwise (formerly Tiptree), Hugo, and Andre Norton award. She lives on a small island off the coast of Maine with her partner, young son, and a shockingly large cat with most excellent tufts.

Reviews for Comfort Me With Apples

[Lauren Elaine Thibodeaux · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

Heavy handed beginning with a big build up to a less then satisfying ending. I feel as though the author was juggling too many ideas and made a big swing, which for me was a miss in this first listen. May try again another time.

[Chance Frost · Rating: 1 out of 5 stars]

It's an Adam and even retelling. I would have not listened to it.

[Jennifer Harrison · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A short, haunting take on the Garden of Eden—the narrator did such a good job with all the voices and the eerie tone to the story.

Definitely helps if you know the basics of Christian mythos and who Lilith is before picking this one up

[Maxamillon Rat · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

Interesting, but deeply deeply unsubtle. The metaphor could not be more on the nose if it tried.

[moniemone124 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

What an interesting and unexpected twist to a well-known story!

[grisman01 · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

I liked the first 2/3 of the book; it was mysterious and well written; I found the final part, the reveal, ridiculous; I think the author started with a good premise, then lost interest and decided to wrap it up.

[Katie Wiley · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was a GREAT genre-bending novella. I loved that I was constantly invested and questioning what was going on. I normally guess endings and this one completely surprised me. Creepy, fascinating and kept me guessing! Loved it!

[Emily Sweeney Basque · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Twisty and unsettling while still being something I could hand to a high school student. I sort of wish I could read it in class to unpack all the parts. The ending is heavy handed, but I think there is a significant population that would miss the point if it were not 100% clear. It wasn’t until the very end that I “got it”.

[Kimmy · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I loved this book. It was fascinating and the twist at the end was mind blowing.

[Maria Carabana · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Incredibly clever story. worth re-reading just to catch things after knowing the ending.

[ShaTonya Wooley · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is such a clever book. I’m looking forward to a re-read. Excellent work!

[Natasha · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

An interesting take, nice twist. Worth the time to listen.

[Edward Lorn · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Clever. Wholly original, even if it did have notes of STEPFORD WIVES early on. Cool concept.

[Discendos · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I truly enjoyed the twists and turns this book took!

[Victoria Wagner · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

This book was simultaneously deeply unsettling and entertaining. It is best if you go into this text without really knowing what’s going on beyond the book blurb. Afterwards, I suggest watching an interview with the author about the book or reading about the inspiration for this book.

[Rose Lang · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

What a beautiful book, what a beautiful narration that was

[Krystal Maroney · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Interesting take on an old classic. Tale as old as time. Worth a listen, short and sweet.

[Harold Vigil · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Fun listen but kinda predicable. However, I really enjoyed it