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The Downloaded

By: Robert J. Sawyer
Narrated by: Brendan Fraser, Luke Kirby, Vanessa Sears, Colm Feore, Andrew Phung, full cast
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Summary

In 2059, two vastly different groups of people portrayed by the compelling trio of Brendan Fraser (Academy Award winner), Luke Kirby (Emmy Award winner), and Vanessa Sears (Dora Award winner) undergo cryonic suspension. While their bodies are frozen, their minds, still active and awake, are uploaded into a massive quantum computer. The first group are all astronauts, about to leave Earth on a one-way interstellar colonization mission. The second group consists of convicted murderers and volunteers who elect to serve their sentences in a virtual-reality prison. But while both groups are suspended, a global cataclysm devastates most of the Earth, and their cryosleep is extended by more than 500 years.

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Story held my interest and I enjoyed the way it was presented. I usually prefer audiobooks being read, not acted as a play. However , this production was really well made.

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Well performed, with an interesting storyline.

The story was enjoyable with multiple characters providing an interesting perspective on events spanning hundreds of years

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Brendan Fraser

having an adult do a child's voice just sounded super creepy. And how hard is it just to get someone with a British accent. the fake one in this was so distracting. Other than these 2 minor complaints, not a bad book.

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Brilliant idea and a great listen

Loved this story and the acting. The only thing to make it more enjoyable would be a sequel.

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Unique

It was great to listen to something so different to other stories. I loved it!

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Thought provoking and entertaining

Great performances in a play that examines the complexities of the human condition, and the consequences of our actions and decisions. Well worth a listen.

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Great Idea

A great example of Robert J. Saywer's work. Interesting ideas to mull over and try on, and all with great moral care.

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Loved this

Great story well told, sensible premise and executed with skill.
Science fiction at its best.

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A good story with plenty off action and uniqueness to keep you listening

Having different actors voice the different characters help you immerse yourself in the story, making it seem more real. The story is unique and enjoyable. I recommend taking them time to listen.

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Super little listen

Surprised find … weird photo on cover nearly out me off .. sci fi but easily listen..

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