After the Sky
Spirits of the Earth, Book 1
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Narrated by:
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Steve Campbell
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The meek have not inherited the earth.
The world isn't how they left it. When the bunker airlocks release them after 20 years in hibernation, the survivors find a silent, barren world outside. But they are not alone. There is a presence here, alive in the dust - spirits of the earth, benevolent and malicious as they interact with the human remnant.
Milton is haunted by a violent past he's unable to escape, despite the superhuman speed the spirits give him.
Not interested in bearing the next generation, Daiyna is determined to destroy the flesh-eating mutants lurking in the dark, pierced by her night-vision.
Luther is a man of conviction who believes the Creator has offered humankind a second chance, yet he's uncertain they deserve it - and he's perplexed by the talons that flex out of his fingers.
Willard is a brilliant engineer-turned-soldier who refuses to leave his bunker, afraid of becoming infected and willing to destroy any obstacle in his way.
As their lives collide, the mysteries of this strange new world start unraveling, culminating in the ultimate life-or-death decision one survivor will make for them all.
Don't miss this post-apocalyptic adventure with a paranormal fantasy twist! It's perfect for fans of Stephen King, T. W. Piperbrook, and The Walking Dead.
©2020 Aethon Books (P)2020 Aethon AudioWow this book was great to the point I was gutted when it finished. It’s a bit confusing at first but when you get used to how it is structured and the various stories happening at the same time it is great.
The narrator was really good with both the male and female voices and easy to listen to.
I hope this is part of a future series as I have a credit on standby for the next one.
Wow favourite book for a long time
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Steve Campbell narrates clearly and at a measured pace which allows you to absorb the story without constantly needing to rewind. He adds recognisable vocal inflexions to each character so you know who is speaking, even when they have been absent from the plot for a while. I'd happily pick up further books narrated by him.
Always keeps you guessing
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Very imaginative story. Good listen
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The book essentially sees the post nuclear happenings from the points of view of four disparate survivors, told in the first person and moving not only between them but also over a limited period of time. This could be confusing but is not, instead building each section on the one which went before and giving a greater depth and sense of suspense than would have been achieved by a straightforward narrative. As well as the text being intriguing and well written, After the Sky is also narrated with skill by Steve Campbell. His voice has a pleasant, easy on the ear, timbre, his pacing is well timed and his excellent performance helps draw the reader into the story and hold their attention.
My deep thanks to the rights holder at Aethon, who, at my request, freely gifted me with a complimentary copy of After the Sky. This is the first of a new series by Milo James Fowler which can be read as a satisfying stand alone but also piques the reader's desire for more. I personally am very much looking forward to the next in series and can definitely recommend this unusual post apocalyptic tale to all who enjoy a good S.F. story, especially dystopian tales, unusual characters, and with just a touch of the paranormal.
You have nothing to fear.
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lots of action and a good story to keep you interested.
I am looking forward to book 2
Five star
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