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My Best Friend's Exorcism

4.20 ABR Score (163.6K ratings)
★ 3.92 Goodreads (154.2K) ★ 4.26 Audible (9.4K)
10h 11m Released 2016 Horror

Why Listen to This Audiobook?

Friendship saves the day — except the day involves a demon, a Christian aerobics instructor, and the entire suburban 80s aesthetic.

  • Great if you want: nostalgic horror that takes female friendship seriously
  • Listening experience: breezy until it isn't — tonal whiplash is the point
  • Narration: Zeller captures the teen girl voice without a hint of condescension
  • Skip if: you want atmospheric dread over pop-culture comedy

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About This Audiobook

Set against the neon-soaked backdrop of 1988 Charleston, this horror novel follows lifelong friends Abby and Gretchen as they navigate the treacherous waters of high school. When Gretchen begins exhibiting increasingly disturbing behavior after a night of teenage experimentation goes wrong, Abby faces an impossible reality: her beloved best friend appears to be possessed by something dark and malevolent. Armed with nothing but fierce loyalty and determination, Abby must find a way to save Gretchen from supernatural forces that threaten to destroy everything they've built together since childhood.

Emily Woo Zeller delivers a masterful performance that perfectly captures both the authentic voice of teenage friendship and the mounting dread of supernatural horror. Her portrayal skillfully balances the story's nostalgic 80s atmosphere with genuinely chilling moments, allowing listeners to feel fully immersed in Abby's desperate mission. Zeller's nuanced characterizations bring depth to both the heartwarming friendship dynamics and the terrifying possession sequences, while her pacing maintains tension throughout the lengthy runtime. The audio format enhances the story's emotional impact, making every whispered conversation and horrifying revelation feel immediate and personal.