Three Moments of an Explosion

Explode into Miéville’s Wild Anthology

Written byChina Miéville

Narrated byNicholas Guy Smith, Bruce Mann, Hillary Huber, MacLeod Andrews

Length14h55m

Release dateAugust 4, 2015

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Anthologies & Short Stories, Anthologies

Languageenglish

★★★☆★ 3.8 (1,214 ratings)

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Author	China Miéville
Narrator	Nicholas Guy Smith, Bruce Mann, Hillary Huber, MacLeod Andrews
Runtime	14h55m
Published	August 4, 2015
Rating	★★★☆★ 3.8 / 5 (1,214 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Anthologies & Short Stories, Anthologies, Short Stories, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Fantasy, Paranormal & Urban, Contemporary
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Delve into a mind-bending collection of short stories that challenge your perceptions, where the mundane is transformed by the extraordinary. 'Three Moments of an Explosion' takes you on a journey through the surreal and the real with razor-sharp prose and imaginative twists. Each segment is narrated by a different voice, offering distinct perspectives that complement Miéville's evocative writing. The audiobook format enhances this experience, allowing each narrator to bring their unique flair to these intricate tales of magic realism and speculative fiction.

Tags: speculative fictionshort storiesmagic realismChina Miévilleimagination

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Editor's Review ★★★☆★

AudioBook Atlas

The narration in 'Three Moments of an Explosion' is nothing short of exceptional, with four skilled narrators bringing the stories to life with remarkable detail and emotion. Nicholas Guy Smith’s deep, resonant voice sets a somber tone for one segment, while Bruce Mann’s sharp wit infuses another with humor and sharpness. Hillary Huber’s soft yet powerful delivery adds a touch of mystery, and MacLeod Andrews’ dynamic performance elevates the final story to a thrilling climax. The pacing is perfect, transitioning seamlessly between tales that range from dark fantasy to whimsical science fiction. However, some stories are overlong and could have been trimmed for better flow. Overall, this audiobook is a must-listen for fans of speculative fiction looking to explore the boundaries of imagination.

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