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The Cruise

By: Naima Brown
Narrated by: Catherine Văn-Davies, Mitchell Bourke, Genevieve Hegney, Lola Bond, Chika Ikogwe, Andrea Solonge, Ayeesha Ash, Chloe Tobin, Nic English, Cam Ralph, Ben Chapple, Emma Jones, Rowan Witt, Katherine Beck, Alpha Sylla, Jayden Koulizakis
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Bailey Collins believed she had outrun what Eli Murphy did to her in high school. Ten years and thousands of miles away from the scene of the crime, Bailey is laser-focused on her career. She's a rising star at her TV network, newly promoted as senior producer for the reality show, The Cruise. Things are on the up. And then Eli Murphy applies to be a contestant on The Cruise.

It’s taken a lot for Bailey to make something of her life and to heal from her adolescent trauma. She's changed her name and chopped her hair into a severe blonde pixie. But what she really owes her new life to is The Squad, the group of ride-or-die sisters-for-life survivors who have bonded over group therapy and stayed closely linked. They're always ready to assist one of their own in seeking the justice so often denied them.

Being stuck incognito on a luxury yacht with Eli might actually provide the opportunity for closure that Bailey has been waiting a decade for. As senior producer, she's in the perfect position to cast him and five members of The Squad as the female contestants on the show. As an all-new season of The Cruise sets sail, Bailey and her secret squad begin their own game for the ultimate prize: revenge.

The complete list of narrators includes: Catherine Văn-Davies, Mitchell Bourke, Genevieve Hegney, Lola Bond, Chika Ikogwe, Andrea Solonge, Ayeesha Ash, Chloe Tobin, Alpha Sylla, Nic English, Cam Ralph, Ben Chapple, Emma Jones, Rowan Witt, Katherine Beck, and Jayden Koulizakis.

©2025 Naima Brown / Duststar Pty Ltd (P)2025 Audible Australia Pty Ltd.
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Great performances and gripping story, loved the reality tv cruise setting and varied characters, lots of fu

Witty feminist thriller

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Honestly, it’s the kind of story that sticks with you long after you put it down.

Just finished The Cruise by Naima Brown and wow… 😳 I was hooked from the first word! Takes me weeks to finish an Audible whilst walking my doggy, only time I truely get peace and quiet to concentrate on a story without words in my face, yet the artists and producers did such a great job capturing all the voices and essence of the story I was hooked and finished jn a day!!

Bailey Collins is a force—smart, fierce, and not letting anyone get away with messing with her. This thriller kept me on the edge of my seat, twisting and turning like a luxury yacht in a storm.

If you love dark, twisty psychological thrillers, this one’s a must-read (well listen—honetsly the Audible narration is fantastic!)

I loved how The Cruise explores trauma, revenge, and the power of women standing together, strong, united.

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A great story and characters, I devoured it! Well written, loved the different accents and characters

Dark and clever

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Several interesting twists involving the ladies in the "Mission". Will Baily get her revenge on Eli for something that happened 10 years previously.? An interesting story well written and performed Loved it

The Mission

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Loved this! Wasn't quite sure where it was going at first, but was hooked. Finished in two days. Loved hearing so many actors for the different characters - really added to the feel, Sound effects were fun too. Great acting, and an enticing girl power revenge story!

A multi-cast tale of revenge!

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This topic needs to be shared, discussed, and taken out from under the rug. This book did it in an enjoyable way without making one feel lectured. Well done.

Enjoyable listen despite the heavy subject matter

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Story was interesting and for a drama reasonably believable and easy to follow with the varied stories (perspectives) included. I struggled to listen to the American accent throughout but overall it was great. Better than listening to an American trying to do Aussie. This is from someone who rarely reads stories

Listened to it all, I don't always do that

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Well it did captivate me from early on … having a cast brought it life … well done all. Given the theme of hurt people … hurt people it was the fictional heroic justice that I loved … though could never justify the eye for an eye ! It was so well written that it just made perfect sense ! Brilliant

Didn’t quite know what to expect …

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Liked this as something a little different and I’d totally watch “the cruise” if it existed as a real show. Undoubtedly the monster hunter crew will have more tales for us soon! Performances were great clear and real life toned. A good days reading.

Enjoyable concept.

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It was a fun and easy read/listen with a decent storyline brought to life by the character voices. I often don’t expect much with the Audible freebies but this was a pleasant surprise and worth a listen.

Pleasant surprise!

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