Crux

Name: Crux
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.3 (3 reviews)
Author: Gabriel Tallent

Intense friendship tested in the wild

Written byGabriel Tallent

Narrated byElaine Wang

Length12h40m

Release dateJanuary 20, 2026

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Action & Adventure, Genre Fiction

LanguageEnglish

★★★★★ 4.3 (3 ratings)

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Author	Gabriel Tallent
Narrator	Elaine Wang
Runtime	12h40m
Published	January 20, 2026
Rating	★★★★★ 4.3 / 5 (3 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Action & Adventure, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

About This Audiobook

In Crux, Gabriel Tallent explores the unbreakable bond between two teenage boys as they navigate a treacherous wilderness. Elaine Wang's captivating narration breathes life into their journey, as the duo face dangerous trials and emotional turmoil. This audiobook stands out with its raw portrayal of adolescent friendship and the lengths it can be pushed to. Wang's performance adds depth, bringing listeners closer to the characters' struggles and triumphs.

Tags: adventurefriendshipsurvivalwildernesscoming-of-age

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Expert narration by Elaine Wang brings every character and scene to life across 12h40m of immersive audio.
Highly rated at 4.3 stars by 3 listeners.
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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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As I listened to Crux, I found myself completely immersed in the world of two young boys lost in the wilderness, their lives intertwined by a powerful friendship. Elaine Wang's narration is superb, her ability to convey the intensity of their emotions and the gravity of their situation made me feel as though I was right there with them. Tallent's writing is vivid and gripping, painting a landscape that is both beautiful and terrifying. The pacing of the story kept me on the edge of my seat, as the boys race against time to survive. One critique I have is that the characters' relationship can sometimes feel a bit unrealistic, but overall, this audiobook is a captivating listen that explores the depths of friendship and human resilience.

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