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The Martian Child
- Narrated by: Scott Brick
- Length: 4 hrs and 51 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: LGBTQ+, Literature & Fiction
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- Michael
- 29-05-13
Good yet far from great
This is a nice modern fiction novelette which was clearly written by a science fiction author with very good narration but falls far short of greatness. The narration seemed more powerful than the writing itself. There are few well developed characters and very little in the way of plot and very few surprises. This would have been a really excellent short story but in the novelette form has way too much filler. Adoption of a special needs child is a very intense challenge but this is not too surprising and this is definitely not a how-to book. This novel did not annoy me at all but it did not have that transformative effect on me I look for in great fiction. Although this has some very good points, I can’t think of anyone to whom I would feel compelled to recommend this book.
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- Zina
- 27-12-14
Not a sci fi story
What made the experience of listening to The Martian Child the most enjoyable?
The most enjoyable was perhaps the expectation of - at some point - for the soppy super sentimental overdrawn story to actually turn to sci fi. I really did not care to listen to a super lengthy story about adoption of a difficult child and how it made the author feel.
What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting?
It was not what I thought it was. I thought it was a sci fi story! How did it win the Nebula award, no more stories written that year???
Have you listened to any of Scott Brick’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
Scott Brick was fine.
Any additional comments?
This is not a sci fi story. This is a story of a single gay man adopting a child and talking about his feelings about this adoption at length. A very great length. If you want a sci fi story, skip. If you want a sentimental story about adopting a difficult child, listen.
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- Amazon Customer
- 16-12-19
MELE KALIKIMAKA -- THE BEST XMAS GIFT EVER!
This book was just mesmerizing! I almost listened to it in one session. The Martian Child had me hook, line and sinker. This is an intimate journey into the human soul retold with such warmth, kindness and emotional honesty. It accurately depicts the creative processes of a writer step by step in beautiful detail. I have recommended the movie to everyone contemplating adoption of a special needs child or dog. But the book goes far deeper and is a much richer experience that can be relived over and over again.
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- Jim "The Impatient"
- 28-02-14
MARTIANS' CAN TASTE COLORS
THE ONLY THING THAT FITS IN A PIGEON HOLE IS A PIGEON.
It is a great story, maybe a little Pollyanna for some. I am a sucker for misfit children happy ending stories. This book flew by, warmed my heart and was just plain fun to listen to.
I did not realize it when I listened, but do see now how the author glorified himself. This is to be expected when written in first person, plus it is an author. To be a writer, you have to believe you have something so important to say that people will pay money to hear you say it. I also thought that for most of the book things went a little too smoothly. I know several parents who have adopted and there are always problems, especially with special needs children or trouble children. I was also not crazy about the direction the story went when the parent started questioning the Martian child part of the story. It is still a really good book, and I will be checking out Gerrold's Science Fiction Books now.
Brick did an excellent job.
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- Daniel Kays
- 13-05-22
I don't like this genre.
when I say "I don't like this genre", I mean that's I really, without question, absolutely, do not like this genre. But this book is captivating. it is well written, and it is honest. I couldn't stop listening until it was finished. This is the type of book that only a very gifted author who lived out content can write so well. I think anyone who reads (or listens) to this book will enjoy it. Bravo to the author.
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- Summer
- 04-03-22
just amazing
I bounced back and forth from crying and laughing. this story was well written and the narrarator did a beautiful job as well. this book was worth the time. a must have
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- DMarie
- 17-02-22
Beautiful. Powerful. Inspired.
Saw the movie before I listened - the movie was wonderful but this book is inspired, beautiful, powerful. And, I think, a lesson. Will listen to it again.
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- Viacheslav
- 22-12-21
I cried over the whole book
I felt the raw emotions. Not only was it heartwarming but also educational. The writing was top notch and the pacing too.
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- Anonymous User
- 13-09-21
Such a touching story about familt
This is my second David Gerrold book and it definitely will not be my last. As a former combat vet who grew up in the Corps, raised in a fundamentalist christian family, I had no idea who I was until I was in my thirties. That paradigm shift was painful as I'd been forced to confront my own ignorance and hypocrisy with open eyes. The author's words were a comfort hearing a similarly tough journey and reminding me this is what life is, in some shape or form, for everyone. This book is a fantastic journey of loss, pain, healing and love that really hits you in the feels. Thanks David, for sharing a wonderful piece of your family. Those of us without one appreciate hearing families filled with love and hope.
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- Nova Eaton
- 10-09-21
Equal parts inspiring and daunting.
As someone who hopes to adopt one day, this book was inspiring and a little scary. Inspiring because it's a perfect example of the love and devotion I hope to have with the child(ren) I hope to adopt some day. Scary because it's very candid about the challenges, second guessing, and battles that can come with fostering or adopting a child. This is a great read and I recommend it for anyone who likes a good slice of life story, but I definitely recommend it for anyone considering becoming a foster or adoptive parent.