Eunice Wong narrates a fascinating thriller in which humanity confronts a potential intellectual equal. Dr. Ha Nguyen jumps at the opportunity to study a new species of octopus said to have achieved hyperintelligence. She is ushered to a remote archipelago populated only by the octopuses, a security agent, and a degrading android. Wong complements the narrative wonderfully with consistent and distinct characters and a steadfast delivery of the narrative. The story is tightly focused, and the narration keeps it feeling both entertaining and contemplative. The theme of the nature of consciousness is equal parts intriguing, thrilling, and eerie. Best of all, it's always compellingly narrated, making for a performance that's difficult to pause.
Pub Date: Oct. 4, 2022
Duration: 11 hrs
DD ISBN: 9781250868916
Publisher: Macmillan Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
A funny, creative SF adventure with poignant insights.
Dinniman’s humor and SF acumen are represented well by Travis Baldree and Jeff Hays’ narration. As gamers from Earth pay to create and operate war machines in their favorite game, Operation Bounce House, Oliver must find a way to defend his planet from real-life destruction. In a book rife with sarcasm and intense video game drama, Baldree and Hays bring excitement and fluid voices. Both narrators provide listeners with an energetic and dynamic performance, nailing the accents, tonal variety, and comic timing. Robots, inventors, space colonization, and gaming combine to create a fascinating world.
A funny, creative SF adventure with poignant insights.Pub Date: Feb. 10, 2026
Duration: 15 hrs
DD ISBN: 9798217017270
Publisher: Penguin Audio
Review Posted Online: April 14, 2026
Kirkus Reviews Issue: June 1, 2026
Dion Graham narrates a taut thriller in which a banker digs into the truth behind his father's death--only to uncover a terrorist conspiracy. The news of his father's heart attack shocks David; then he discovers a note claiming the death wasn't due to natural causes. Graham imbues David with an earnest tone even as the story ramps into a bombastic roller-coaster ride. A mad scientist hopes to unleash a horrifying biomedical weapon, and David races to stop it. Graham shifts among characters, delivering emotive performances that capture a gamut of heartfelt emotions. Overall, Graham's portrayal conjures a captivating leading man in a blockbuster movie.
Pub Date: Jan. 22, 2025
Duration: 9 hrs, 30 mins
DD ISBN: 9781965253359
Publisher: Charles Jacobs
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
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