C. K. McDonnell Ring the Bells Audiobook – The Stranger Times, Book 5
Product description
A festive paranormal mystery and an unabridged audiobook make Ring the Bells a full-length listen, with Brendan McDonald narrating C. K. McDonnell’s fifth Stranger Times book. Its blend of humour and mystery gives listeners a clear choice when they want a story with both supernatural intrigue and a comic edge.
At 13 hours and 57 minutes, it’s suited to listeners who enjoy settling into a longer story rather than fitting in a short audio title.
Usage tips
Ring the Bells is listed as Book 5 of 5 in The Stranger Times series. That makes its series position useful when deciding whether to continue a sequence you already follow or choose a standalone mystery instead. If you’re listening through the series, use the book number to place this instalment in order.
The unabridged presentation preserves the full-length audiobook, while the stated listening time gives you a practical guide for planning your sessions. You can take it in shorter sittings or devote longer stretches to the story, either way, the format is designed for listening rather than reading a print edition. Its humorous, festive paranormal-mystery tone also makes it a natural pick when you’re after fiction with a lighter touch alongside its supernatural subject matter.
Spec sheet
- Title: Ring the Bells
- Series: The Stranger Times, Book 5 of 5
- Author: C. K. McDonnell
- Narrator: Brendan McDonald
- Format: Unabridged Audible audiobook
- Listening length: 13 hours and 57 minutes
- Publication date: 9 October 2025
- Publisher: Transworld Digital
What stands out
The appeal here is the combination of a paranormal mystery with humour and a festive feel, rather than a straight mystery or a purely comic listen. That mix gives the audiobook a distinct mood for listeners choosing their next longer fiction title. The fifth-book placement is another point of difference: it’s particularly relevant if you’re following The Stranger Times, while someone looking for a self-contained starting point may prefer a standalone book.
Readers have responded positively to the story, humour, writing and characters. They also highlight its engaging pace and an emotionally resonant climax. These impressions point to a listen that balances comic moments with a more heartfelt finish, without losing its mystery focus.
Practical questions
Who wrote and narrated Ring the Bells? C. K. McDonnell is the author, and Brendan McDonald is the audiobook narrator.
How long is the audiobook? Its listed listening length is 13 hours and 57 minutes, and the recording is unabridged.
Where does it sit in The Stranger Times series? It is identified as Book 5 of 5, making it the final listed instalment in the series.
Final verdict
For listeners already invested in The Stranger Times, Ring the Bells offers the next and final series instalment in an unabridged audio format. Its festive paranormal mystery, comic tone and substantial listening length make it a fitting choice when you want a longer fiction listen with both humour and an emotionally engaging story.