By: Brandon SandersonNarrated by: Suzy JacksonSeries: The Skyward Series, Book 4Length: 13 hrs and 49 mins In this concluding book of the series, we return to where it all began, following the exciting detour with “pirates” in the previous installment. The story wraps up with a satisfying ending. While “Defiant” might not be my favorite…
Author: Verse
The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat: and Other Clinical Tales
By: Oliver SacksNarrated by: Jonathan Davis, Oliver Sacks – introductionLength: 9 hrs and 33 mins This book offers a fascinating exploration of clinical psychology and the biological effects of various neurological disorders. I especially appreciated how the author chose subjects with clear cause-and-effect scenarios, which made the complexities of psychology more accessible and understandable. By…
Red Sea Spies
By: Raffi BergNarrated by: Peter NobleLength: 9 hrs and 50 mins Worth the read. But not as great as I was hoping.
The Collected Stories of Arthur C. Clarke
By: Arthur C. ClarkeNarrated by: Ralph Lister, Ray Porter, Jonathan DavisLength: 51 hrs and 4 mins This was a LONG set of stories to listen to. What I enjoyed the most was watching the progression of Arthur C. Clarke’s writing style and content across time. From the 1930s through the 90s, you could see how…
Starter Villain: Kitty Cabal
By: John ScalziNarrated by: Wil WheatonLength: 8 hrs and 5 minsUnabridged AudiobookRelease date: 09-19-23 Oh what fun was this. Twists and turns and a little cat to join you on the journey.
The Fighting Bunch: Insurrection and Integrity
The Battle of Athens and How World War II Veterans Won the Only Successful Armed Rebellion Since the RevolutionBy: Chris DeRoseNarrated by: David de VriesLength: 7 hrs and 55 mins This is an excellent case study in the importance of individuals standing up for what is right. The book tells the riveting story of a…
Black Fleet Trilogy: Flying Fleet Fun
WarshipBlack Fleet Trilogy, Book 1By: Joshua DalzelleNarrated by: Mark BoyettSeries: Black Fleet Trilogy, Book 1Length: 8 hrs and 20 mins Call to ArmsBlack Fleet Trilogy, Book 2By: Joshua DalzelleNarrated by: Mark BoyettSeries: Black Fleet Trilogy, Book 2Length: 8 hrs and 55 mins CounterstrikeBlack Fleet Trilogy, Book 3By: Joshua DalzelleNarrated by: Mark BoyettSeries: Black Fleet Trilogy,…
The Pen and the Sword: Industrial Revolution
By: Olan ThorensenNarrated by: Jonathan DavisSeries: Destiny’s Crucible, Book 2Length: 17 hrs and 9 mins And here’s another adventure with Jozef. Unlike the first, this one had more character development, which I presume will be important later. The elements that I really enjoyed—the depiction of the industrial era in Keelan province on the island of…
Rousseau and Revolution: 1800 Century Hippies
The Story of Civilization, Book 10By: Will Durant, Ariel DurantNarrated by: Stefan RudnickiSeries: The Story of Civilization, Book 10Length: 57 hrs and 21 mins This book provides a comprehensive exploration of the 18th century, centering on the life of Jean-Jacques Rousseau and the historical environment leading up to the French Revolution. As this is a…
Odyssey: To Nowhere
By: Michael Stephen FuchsNarrated by: R.C. BraySeries: ArisenLength: 10 hrs and 22 mins zombies ugh.. I didn’t know that this was about those “realived” creatures. After I found out, it was obvious, this is a part of a larger series. Nope…nada…no. DNF.
Rise of the Ranger: Mislaid Myth
By: Philip C. QuaintrellNarrated by: Steven BrandSeries: The Echoes Saga, Book 1Length: 15 hrs and 12 mins While this book started off smoothly, I found myself struggling to fully immerse myself in it due to its complexity. Perhaps my preoccupation with deck building played a role in making it challenging. Although, in hindsight, the task…
Fear the Sky: Covert Manhattan Project
By: Stephen MossNarrated by: R.C. BraySeries: The Fear Saga, Book 1Length: 20 hrs and 17 mins The novel presents a gripping premise where Earth’s inhabitants become aware of an imminent invasion from extraterrestrial forces. What sets this story apart is the realization that humanity has a crucial window of opportunity: time to accelerate our technological…