Which audiobook introduced you to the world of audiobooks?

As an English learner, I watched the anime film Your Name years ago. Recently, I discovered its novel adaptation with an audiobook version. Since I already knew the general plot, I thought it might help me practice listening comprehension.

This audiobook completely captivated me. Previously, I’d assumed audiobooks were just dull recordings by joyless middle-aged men with monotonous voices – the kind that made me drowsy (an impression formed entirely from taxi rides where drivers played tedious audiobooks). But this one shattered my stereotypes. The narrators infused genuine emotion into their reading, and having multiple voice actors perfectly solved my struggle with tracking dialogue in physical books. As a non-native English speaker, I found it incredibly enjoyable. I’m not exaggerating how great Your Name’s audiobook is – seasoned listeners might find it average, but to me, it felt like Columbus discovering the New World.

So I’d love to know: Which audiobook first drew you into this world? and Why do you enjoy audiobooks? Also, could you recommend similar audiobooks to Your Name – ones with multi-narrator performances, energetic voices, sweet-toned female narration, and emotionally moving stories?