Ricochet

By: Kellyn Carni

Narrated by: Sarah Beth Goer, Michael Kirby

“Ricochet is an exciting, satisfying fantasy novel.”—Foreword Reviews

“[A] royal and delightfully complex adventure.”—Booklist

History got it wrong. I survived.

Anastasia Romanov and her younger brother Alexei escape their family’s execution when a bullet strikes Anastasia’s garnet necklace, transporting them to a parallel universe. This alternate Russia is a second chance. Anastasia wants to save her family, Alexei wants the throne, and they plan to travel the infinite multiverse to find a world in which both are possible.

When Alexi is mistaken for the tsarevich of this dimension, he is brought to the Winter Palace, where he eagerly starts impersonating his doppelganger, playing the role that was stolen from him in his own world. To maintain his façade, he must deceive everyone—including Anastasia.

Anastasia just needs time to grieve and heal after losing everything that defined her, but Alexei’s lies lead her on a journey through the alternate Russia. With rebellion brewing, she is determined to save this world’s Romanovs—and Alexei—before they meet the same fate as her own family.

For listeners who enjoy Anastasia by Sophie Lark, The Crown’s Game by Evelyn Skye, and Romanov by Nadine Brandes.

©2025 Kellyn Carni (P)2025 CamCat Publishing

Absolutely riveting YA fantasy

Ricochet by Kellyn Carni is an absolutely riveting YA fantasy, blending alternate history, multiverse intrigue, and deep emotional stakes into an unforgettable listening experience. The concept feels fresh, bold, and utterly compelling. The dual narration by Sarah Beth Goer and Michael Kirby elevates the story even further—Goer brings vulnerability, strength, and emotional depth to Anastasia, while Kirby provides clear, grounded performances that add weight and distinction to the male characters and sibling dynamic. The pacing is excellent, making the 11+ hours fly by, and the alternating perspectives help keep the multiverse shifts clear and engaging. At its heart, this book is about grief, resilience, family, and the hope for second chances, and those emotional beats land beautifully in audio form. Ricochet feels cinematic, immersive, and impossible to stop listening to. I highly recommended for Audible listeners looking for a standout fantasy that truly feels different.