The Year of the Flood by Margaret Atwood

The Year of the Flood

Post-Apocalyptic Survival with Heart and Wit

Written byMargaret Atwood
Length14h04m
Release dateSeptember 22, 2009
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.4 (148 ratings)

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AuthorMargaret Atwood
NarratorBernadette Dunne, Katie MacNichol, Mark Bramhall
Runtime14h04m
PublishedSeptember 22, 2009
Rating★★★★☆ 4.4 / 5 (148 ratings)
CategoriesLiterature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction, Metaphysical & Visionary, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Science Fiction, Dystopian, Post-Apocalyptic
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Dive into Margaret Atwood’s chilling yet hopeful vision of a dystopian future in 'The Year of the Flood.' This audiobook captivates with its complex characters and environmental warnings, narrated by Bernadette Dunne, Katie MacNichol, and Mark Bramhall. Their performances bring depth to the story's intricate layers, making each character’s voice distinct and compelling.

Tags: Post-ApocalypticEnvironmental WarningComplex CharactersMargaret AtwoodDystopian Fiction

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  • Expert narration by Bernadette Dunne, Katie MacNichol, Mark Bramhall brings every character and scene to life across 14h04m of immersive audio.
  • Bestseller-quality story from Margaret Atwood, rated 4.4 stars by 148 listeners.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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Katie MacNichol and Bernadette Dunne’s dueling narrations make 'The Year of the Flood' a dynamic listen. The first part, with MacNichol as Ren, is raw and urgent, perfectly complemented by Dunne’s later sections which are more measured but no less intense. Mark Bramhall adds an additional layer as Adam One, his voice authoritative yet sympathetic. The pacing is tight, balancing Atwood's dense narrative and the suspense of impending apocalypse. While some plot threads feel underdeveloped, the overall experience is gripping, blending humor with stark warnings about our ecological future.

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