Bumpy Oak Books

4 stars

**I was provided a galley audiobook from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for honest review.**

Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, and Jodi Meadows return to the world established in My Lady Jane to bring My Contrary Mary. In this installment, the author trio continues with their fantastical retellings of historical women by taking on the story of Mary, Queen of Scots.

I will start with a disclaimer; the galley audiobook is made utilizing a synthetic voice. Unfortunately, for me, the voice acting imparted by the narrator has a strong impact on whether or not I enjoy an audiobook. A synthetic voice is simply insufficient, even for galley purposes, in my opinion. I have not allowed my utter dislike for this to taint my rating, as this is decidedly not the fault of the authors.

The content of the novel had the same humor and whimsy to the retelling that was present in the Janies books, which I really enjoy. Ultimately, I feel if you have read any of the Jane books, you get the concept of how this book will be. These books are simply fun twists on historical tales that involve shape-shifting type magic. Overall, they are just a good time and, having listened to the Jane books, the voice actors typically contribute well to the delivery of the humor.

I would certainly recommend the series as a breath of fresh air sort of fun and I look forward to future installments.