Long Way Down

Name: Long Way Down
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (233 reviews)
Author: Jason Reynolds

Trigger Happy: A Gripping, Verse-by-Verse Journey

Written byJason Reynolds

Narrated byJason Reynolds

Length1h43m

Release dateOctober 24, 2017

GenreTeen & Young Adult, Literature & Fiction, Difficult Situations

LanguageEnglish

★★★★☆ 4.7 (233 ratings)

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Author	Jason Reynolds
Narrator	Jason Reynolds
Runtime	1h43m
Published	October 24, 2017
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.7 / 5 (233 ratings)
Categories	Teen & Young Adult, Literature & Fiction, Difficult Situations, Violence, Family & Relationships, Family
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

About This Audiobook

In 'Long Way Down' by Jason Reynolds, a young man's world is shattered by a single, devastating act. As he navigates the aftermath, Reynolds masterfully weaves together a visceral, poem-like narrative that captures the raw emotion and urgency of the moment. The audiobook benefits from Reynolds' impassioned narration, which imbues the story with a sense of authenticity and vulnerability. His voice crackles with intensity, drawing listeners into the protagonist's fragmented world. This is no gentle exploration of trauma; instead, Reynolds confronts the darkness head-on, challenging listeners to confront their own biases and assumptions.

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Expert narration by Jason Reynolds brings every character and scene to life across 1h43m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

AudioBook Atlas

As someone who's worked with Reynolds' writing before, I was blown away by his narration of 'Long Way Down'. He brings a depth and nuance to the story that's simply impossible to replicate with a written text. His voice is like a punch to the gut – it's raw, it's honest, and it's devastatingly effective. Reynolds is a master of pacing, and he uses his narration to expertly ratchet up the tension throughout the story. The result is a truly immersive listening experience that's impossible to look away from.

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