Eunice Wong's calm, deliberate narration accentuates what author Yume Kitasei does best--meticulous world-building. In a not-so-distant future, three sisters are growing up in a time when the oceans have risen, food is scarce, and multinational corporations rule the land and islands. When the two younger sisters discover a cryptic message from the older sister, they set off in a small sailboat across uncharted waters, slipping by pirates and mutant fish as they head for the sister's last known location. Environmental disasters, questionable scientific research, and the sisters' own tangled relationships abound. But no matter how apocalyptic the future, families will survive, and that is the affirming message Wong's voice so deftly reflects.
Pub Date: Sept. 30, 2025
Duration: 11 hrs, 30 mins
DD ISBN: 9781250415615
Publisher: Macmillan Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Sean Patrick Hopkins and Adenrele Ojo narrate a compelling addition to the world created by Stephen King in THE STAND. The anthology collects stories set during, after, and long after the events of the iconic novel. Hopkins's steady, engaging narration captures the essence of each story. With his clear enunciation and varied pacing, the different characters and harrowing settings capture the ear in an immersive listening experience. Ojo's distinctive narration adds layers of intrigue to the stories she narrates; she portrays complex characters with nuance and emotive depth. Both narrators work to produce a performance that's both engaging and dynamic--perfect for fans of THE STAND or those who revel in exploring the fragility of civilization.
Pub Date: Aug. 19, 2025
Duration: 27 hrs, 15 mins
DD ISBN: 9781797197654
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Three narrators guide listeners through a story that intertwines family drama, spiritual mystery, and scientific inquiry. In 2068 AD, another pandemic has Earth's inhabitants worried about the future of humanity. In response, the Centauri Project sends a scientist into the future, where he searches an empty wilderness for evidence of Earth's former population. Bradford Hastings's steady, thoughtful tone anchors the more reflective passages. Dawn Harvey conveys warmth and vulnerability, deepening scenes of grief and renewal with emotional precision. Frankie Corzo's dynamic performance injects immediacy, heightening moments of conflict and discovery. The audio format enhances the novel's meditative spirit, turning abstract concepts into vivid, emotional encounters that linger well after the final chapter.
Pub Date: June 3, 2025
Duration: 9 hrs, 30 mins
DD ISBN: 9781039480445
Publisher: Podium Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
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