The Obsidians

About This Audiobook

Morgan Rice delivers another pulse-pounding adventure in *The Obsidians*, a middle-grade sci-fi gem that blends heart, humor, and high-stakes time jumps into a story kids won’t want to pause. Oliver Blue, the scrappy 11-year-old from the *Obsidian Mirror* series, is back with a mission: rescue his best friend Esther from a mysterious time-travel sickness before it’s too late. But this rescue isn’t as simple as flipping a switch—it demands Oliver leap through eras riddled with peril, from medieval knights to futuristic labs, all while dodging the consequences of altering history. Rice’s world-building is impressively immersive, packing big ideas into digestible, kid-friendly chunks without dumbing anything down. The dialogue crackles with humor and sincerity, making Oliver’s quest feel as emotional as it is explosive. Narrator Harper Reeves amplifies the stakes with a dynamic, emotive performance that oscillates between frenetic action scenes and tender, quieter moments. Her knack for distinct character voices—especially Oliver’s quick-witted resolve and Esther’s fragile vulnerability—elevates the audiobook from good to unforgettable. Even the sound design (subtle ambient hums for timeportals, creaking castle doors) keeps listeners anchored in each era, making the 7-hour runtime vanish surprisingly fast.