Alexander X by Edward Savio

Alexander X

Overpowered genius meets interstellar chaos

Written byEdward Savio
Narrated byWil Wheaton
Length10h42m
Release dateJune 5, 2019
LanguageEnglish
★★★★ 4.2 (3 ratings)

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AuthorEdward Savio
NarratorWil Wheaton
Runtime10h42m
PublishedJune 5, 2019
Rating★★★★ 4.2 / 5 (3 ratings)
CategoriesScience Fiction & Fantasy, Science Fiction, Adventure, Time Travel, Comedy & Humor, Literature & Fiction
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Alexander X is the smartest, fastest, and most relentlessly competent human in existence—because he’s not actually human anymore. Edward Savio’s novel isn’t just another power fantasy; it’s a brisk, relentless ride through a future where infallible intellect is the only currency that matters. The twist? His protagonist isn’t a hero. He’s a weapon. And weapons get used. Savio’s prose is sharp, dialogue razor-edged, and the worldbuilding thrums with the kind of plausible sci-fi grit that makes you believe in transhuman mercenaries and corporate espionage on a galactic scale. Wil Wheaton’s narration is the icing on the cake—his delivery transforms Alexander’s icy detachment into something almost charismatic, his voice shifting effortlessly between cold calculation and exhausted wit. The book’s pacing is relentless, delivering one high-stakes decision after another with the precision of a metronome set to *panic*.

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  • Expert narration by Wil Wheaton brings every character and scene to life across 10h42m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★

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Wil Wheaton’s narration is a masterclass in making an unsympathetic protagonist feel electric. His Alexander X isn’t just a genius—he’s a damaged, hyper-efficient machine, and Wheaton nails the balance between detached precision and barely concealed exhaustion. The audiobook’s production is crisp, with subtle sound design that immerses you in the story’s neon-lit underworld without ever distracting. Savio’s world feels lived-in, but the story’s relentless forward momentum occasionally sacrifices depth for speed—key side characters blur together, and some emotional beats land with the subtlety of a sledgehammer. The final act is a masterstroke of unpredictability, though it hinges on a contrivance that feels more convenient than earned. Still, if you crave sci-fi that’s equal parts brain candy and adrenaline, this is your fix. Just don’t expect to come out feeling like the story’s *about* humanity.

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