Plot Explainers

The world’s most famous detective almost didn’t survive the 19th century! Thanks to fans, Sherlock Holmes inspired a rich universe of retellings and spin-offs. Start here to understand the Sherlock Holmes canon and fandom.

To amp up your listening experience and prep for the premiere of the Prime Video adaptation, get to know the complicated relationships that drive Taylor Jenkins Reid's mesmerizing history of a fictional rock band.

Whether you're a longtime Tolkien aficionado or a newly initiated fan, this guide to the major events and characters of The Second Age will leave you ready for the world of Prime Video's The Rings of Power.

Here's everything you ever wanted to know about the young demigod hero of Rick Riordan's best-selling, action-packed, ancient-myth-meets-modern-fantasy series.

Here's everything you need to know about the young huntress Feyre Archeron and the whole world of the fae in Sara J. Maas's exciting high fantasy series.

Here's your guide to what's happening and what's coming in the Marvel Cinematic Universe—on screens both big and small—so you don't miss a moment of the superhero action!

Whether you're a fan of the movies but haven't yet listened to the books, or you're just discovering Tris and her dystopian world, we've got the lowdown.

Here's a rundown of Frank Herbert's classic sci fi novel to get you up to speed in time for the release of the 2021 film.

Intrigued by 007's cool spy gizmos? Here's a roundup with the skinny on the ingenious weapons, tools, and assorted devices that James Bond uses on his missions.

With countless novels and film adaptations, getting into James Bond can seem like a daunting task. Look no further than this list to see the best order to unpack this legendary series!

Read on to get caught up on everything you need to know about the Sandman universe before the next installment of the Audible Original adaptation arrives.