Shadow Play by Charles Beaumont

Shadow Play

Time Loop Thriller with a Twist

Length0h45m
Release dateJanuary 11, 2011
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.4 (195 ratings)

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AuthorCharles Beaumont
NarratorStacy Keach, Ernie Hudson
Runtime0h45m
PublishedJanuary 11, 2011
Rating★★★★☆ 4.4 / 5 (195 ratings)
CategoriesScience Fiction & Fantasy, Fantasy, Science Fiction
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Shadow Play is a compact, ingenious exploration of time loops and existential dread. Beaumont's concise prose packs a punch, with each repetition of Adam's grim fate revealing new layers. The audiobook's brevity is its strength, making it an ideal listen for a commute or a single sitting. Stacy Keach and Ernie Hudson's narration is a standout feature, their distinct voices and delivery bringing a chilling realism to the story's surreal premise.

Tags: Time LoopExistential HorrorShort AudiobookStacy KeachErnie HudsonCompact Thriller

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  • Expert narration by Stacy Keach, Ernie Hudson brings every character and scene to life across 0h45m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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I was hooked from the first loop. Beaumont's narrative is tight and clever, keeping you guessing until the end. Keach and Hudson's narration is exceptional, their voices perfectly capturing the desperation and futility of Adam's predicament. The pacing is relentless, each loop ratcheting up the tension. My only critique is that the resolution feels a tad rushed, but it's a minor quibble in an otherwise gripping listen. This isn't just a sci-fi tale; it's a psychological horror that will keep you up at night wondering if you're stuck in your own loop.

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