Narrator Jay Ben Markson's solid narration unites an international cast of scientists, research vessel crew members, and far-flung secondary characters as a fast approaching asteroid threatens Earth. Markson's balanced pacing engages listeners as the story alternates between a scientific task force charged with asteroid deflection and the crew of a ship stationed on the Bering Sea. Despite the high stakes propelling events forward, Markson creates compelling human relationships amid global reactions to the crisis. Listeners patch together responses from key and supporting figures, including Near Earth Orbit specialist Ben Schwartz, United Nations interpreter Love Mwangi, and marine biologist Maya Gutierrez. Markson's distinct characterizations enable satisfying explorations of who we might become when faced with extinction.
Pub Date: Jan. 12, 2021
Duration: 10 hrs, 30 mins
DD ISBN: 9781549183195
Publisher: Hachette Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Irondale's range, combined with the thrilling action, make this genre-bending audiobook nearly nonstop fun.
Tess Irondale’s narration elevates this unique story about an otherworldly AI known as Box that arrives in a post-apocalyptic village. Sky is prepared to take over as memory keeper for his people when an armed force attacks. Irondale’s comedic voices are both hilarious and apt. Alongside the horror and comedy, characters call out LitRPG elements, and Irondale makes them feel oddly natural. She matches the narrative’s fun mix of philosophy and comedy while keeping the entire story an auditory joy. Her capable narration effortlessly shifts between witty jokes, over-the-top action, and surprisingly deep concepts.
Irondale's range, combined with the thrilling action, make this genre-bending audiobook nearly nonstop fun.Pub Date: June 30, 2026
Duration: 20 hrs, 10 mins
DD ISBN: 9798347018314
Publisher: Podium Audio
Review Posted Online: July 28, 2026
Kirkus Reviews Issue: Sept. 15, 2026
Navigating this material with gusto, Brick serves as an anchor amidst the chaos.
Pub Date: April 28, 2026
Duration: 13 hrs, 41 mins
DD ISBN: 9798217174041
Publisher: Random House Audio
Review Posted Online: June 16, 2026
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