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Citadel

By: C. M. Alongi
Narrated by: Emily Lawrence
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In this luminous sci-fi debut, a nonverbal autistic woman refuses to crumble as she stands against a dogmatic society clinging to a centuries-long conflict built on lies.

Citadel is the only human city on the alien planet Edalide, ruled by the biweekly tides that bring both deadly danger and much-needed resources. But the drowning waters, constant threat of starvation, and eternal cold aren’t the most dangerous challenge. For the Flooded Forest is ruled by demons: monsters from Hell sent by their vengeful god as penance for their ancestors’ rebellion. To save their souls and return to their former glory, Citadel must kill every single one.

Or so they believe.

Olivia lost her lover to the demons almost a year ago. But during a scientific expedition, a chance encounter reveals that the demons are sentient—a startling discovery that would get Olivia executed if she exposed it.

Driven by the burning need for answers, Olivia embarks on a dangerous journey into the Forest. There, she must face alien monsters, zealous warriors, and the demons of her own past. But change comes slowly, and always with a price…

©2023 Christina Alongi (P)2023 Blackstone Publishing

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Couldn't stop listening!

Everything! I love it all, from beginning to end, the story, the narrator, all of it. please get more of your books on audible! My daughter is a fan on tiktok, she found your book and we were supposed to listen together. I was so enthralled that I just couldn't help myself and finish listening without her, lol. I need more!!!

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A Unique Character gives a fresh view of everyday

With a strong main character and moving story, I can't wait to return to Citadel.

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LOVED THIS BUT ENDONG NOT FULLY RESOLVED

I would love to see this made into a movie by the people who made the Avitar movies! My only complaint has to do with my preference for books which fully resolve themselves and can function as a stand-alone whether they are in a series or not. This felt like a first in a series with more to follow. I hope it is. I would definitely listen to the next. This did not end in a cliff hanger, but left me wanting to know the unresolved elements play out. For those who are ok with that,or just want you be prepared, I highly recommend!

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Sequel?? Movie???

I am definitely NOT a sci-fi/fantasy reader but, once in a while, I try to expand my horizons w/ the daily deal. I am so glad I did. Now, I want more. The ending was so abrupt and open-ended, I can only assume that there is a second book on the horizon. Please, please say it's so!!

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Should have been a standalone

I agree with all the positive reviews on the world building and great characters. I didn’t give 5 stars because the book dragged a lot in the middle for no good reason. Even worse, instead of bringing it to a logical conclusion, it clearly left off with an unnecessary sequel planned.

No, I won’t waste time on that!

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what makes us human

in a dystopian future, humans have rewritten their planet's history and are struggling to survive with limited resources and challenging conditions. Fear is a primary motive for all. When a situation shows a young girl that the beliefs of the leadership and religion are not truth of their history, she struggles to get the truth out starting with her friends and family.

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YES

As someone who's on the spectrum I'm absolutely in love with this book I hope for a sequel or even a prequel either way I definitely want more i have about 4ish hrs left of listening to this book but im in love with this book

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My comfort book!

Absolutely stunning world building and character development. The protagonist is my comfort character and i want to be as amazing and outspoken (pun intended) as her. I cant wait to read the sequel and see how the world continues to build and what twists await us!

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An amazing experience

Though I don’t listen or read to many novels often, I was hook to this book. Could be me, I didn’t get hooked until about chapter 8 or 9. But honestly it’s a great listen.

Thought the voice over did an amazing job. Has a phenomenal range. This book may have gotten me into binging more audiobooks.

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Need a second book now

This book was so good it was chosen somewhat at random and I have been telling everyone about it since starting, the only downside is I need a second book now so I can keep going!

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