Behind blue eyes

Romance

Behind blue eyes

by Rachel Lawson

Narrated by Rachel Lawson

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7 minRuntimeAudiobookFormatNarrated editionNarration
Romance
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51% Moderate
ComplexityDepth, themes, and sophistication.
35% Simple
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What it’s about

Blake is a coroner whose blue eyes conceal a startling truth: he is the Grim Reaper. His disguise becomes difficult to maintain as he works among the dead, carrying knowledge no ordinary coroner could possess. When a corpse arrives at his morgue identified only as John Doe, Blake knows the person’s true name—but cannot reveal it.

The story centers on the tension between his hidden identity, his professional role, and the secret he is forbidden to disclose.

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What the Story Feels Like

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Tone
Intense
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What this means for you: This is a compact supernatural story about a coroner whose professional role conceals a much stranger identity. Its tension comes from the gap between what Blake knows about a corpse and what he is allowed to say, making it a natural choice for a quick, premise-driven read.

Built from the book and story evidence that speaks directly to these traits; it does not describe an unverified recording.

Is This Right for You?

Story and reader-fit guidance remains useful here. Recording-specific claims are limited to evidence matched to this exact edition.

You’ll probably enjoy this if…

  • You want a complete supernatural premise in just a few minutes.
  • You enjoy stories about secret identities, death, and impossible knowledge.
  • You prefer unusual concepts over lengthy world-building.

It might not be the best fit if…

  • You are looking for a fully developed romance.
  • You want extensive character arcs or detailed world-building.
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Our Take

Behind Blue Eyes offers an intriguing, immediately readable hook: a coroner who is secretly the Grim Reaper and a corpse whose real name must remain concealed. The premise suggests a compact, high-concept encounter with a darkly unusual tone. It is best suited to readers looking for a brief supernatural vignette rather than a fully developed romance or expansive mystery. Recording-specific performance evidence is not available.

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Runtime & Edition Details

Runtime
7 min
Format
Audiobook
Language
en
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FAQ

How long is this audiobook?

The verified edition runs for approximately six minutes, making it a very short story that can be finished in one sitting.

What language is this edition in?

This audiobook is in English.

Is the recording suitable for a quick break?

Yes. Its brief runtime makes it practical for a commute, a short walk, or a few quiet minutes when you want a complete supernatural-romance premise without a long commitment.

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