Proxima Rising by Brandon Q. Morris

Proxima Rising

First Contact Meets Action-Packed Rescue Mission

Length8h58m
Release dateFebruary 4, 2020
LanguageEnglish
★★★★ 4.3 (1,305 ratings)

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Quick Facts

AuthorBrandon Q. Morris
NarratorEdoardo Ballerini
Runtime8h58m
PublishedFebruary 4, 2020
Rating★★★★ 4.3 / 5 (1,305 ratings)
CategoriesScience Fiction & Fantasy, Science Fiction, First Contact, Hard Science Fiction, Space Opera
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Proxima Rising is a gripping science fiction adventure that combines the intrigue of first contact with the thrill of a high-stakes rescue mission. In this audiobook, late 21st-century Earth receives a distress signal from Proxima Centauri b, the closest exoplanet to our sun. Astrophysicists suspect a massive solar flare is about to destroy this unknown civilization, setting the stage for a daring interstellar rescue operation. What sets this audiobook apart is its blend of hard science, political intrigue, and edge-of-your-seat action, all wrapped up in a compact, punchy narrative that's perfect for listeners craving a fast-paced space adventure.

Tags: Hard Science FictionFirst ContactInterstellar RescuePolitical IntrigueEdge-of-Your-Seat ActionCompact Narrative

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  • Expert narration by Edoardo Ballerini brings every character and scene to life across 8h58m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★

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Edoardo Ballerini's narration is a standout feature of Proxima Rising. His ability to seamlessly switch between accents and characters brings the diverse cast to life, making it easy to keep track of the many moving pieces in this complex tale. He also masterfully captures the tension and urgency of the story, making you feel like you're right there in the thick of the action. The pacing is excellent, balancing moments of high-stakes drama with quieter, more introspective scenes that allow the characters and their motivations to breathe. However, I did find some of the political machinations a bit convoluted at times, which could potentially lose listeners who are more interested in the action than the intrigue. Overall, though, Proxima Rising is a thrilling audiobook that's perfect for fans of fast-paced science fiction with a dash of political intrigue.

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