14

By: Peter Clines

Narrated by: Ray Porter

Length: 12 hrs and 34 mins

Publisher's summary

Audie Award Nominee, Science Fiction, 2013

Padlocked doors. Strange light fixtures. Mutant cockroaches.

There are some odd things about Nate’s new apartment. Of course, he has other things on his mind. He hates his job. He has no money in the bank. No girlfriend. No plans for the future. So while his new home isn’t perfect, it’s livable. The rent is low, the property managers are friendly, and the odd little mysteries don’t nag at him too much. At least, not until he meets Mandy, his neighbor across the hall, and notices something unusual about her apartment. And Xela’s apartment. And Tim’s. And Veek’s. Because every room in this old Los Angeles brownstone has a mystery or two. Mysteries that stretch back over a hundred years. Some of them are in plain sight. Some are behind locked doors. And all together these mysteries could mean the end of Nate and his friends. Or the end of everything....

©2012 Peter Clines and Permuted Press (P)2012 Audible, Inc.

Critic reviews

"A riveting apocalyptic mystery in the style of LOST." (Craig DiLouie, author of The Infection and The Killing Floor)

"A wholly original story that weaves together mystery and the apocalypse like a finely tuned band." (Evan Roy, Bricks of the Dead)

Somewhat fun

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

If I had to sacrifice some memories to free up some brain cells, I'd be willing to sacrifice this memory. It was a clever premise, with some cool ideas before it was all over, and a sort-of fun story, but the author ddin't seem to understand the novel form or some of the basics of storytelling. For instance, the first few chapters just laid out characters, one after another, without really drawing me in or telling a story. That went on for too long, without any hint of a theme, or any reason to care about the characters, or anything amiss in the world, or a sense of conflict to resolve. Eventually I did like one or two of the characters and the interesting ideas. I might consider reading other books by this writer at some point.

What about Ray Porter’s performance did you like?

Clear reading, easy to listen to, some "acting" but not over the top.

Could you see 14 being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?

Actually, yes, if it were made into a movie they'd keep the good parts and present it more artfully - might be good.

Any additional comments?

I think most people here give three stars if they don't think much of a book. In this case, I'm going with two stars, but I think the writer is capable of better work and I may check him out again.

great story. i

great story . interesting characters. reminded me of lost the TV show. definitely worth the listen

Best new book full of twists!

Great characters and a great plot with many twists and turns along the way ! I suggest it to anyone who likes a thriller!

Great reading

The book is awesome!
But the narrator... the guy is fantastic!
Worth the reading just because of him!

Innovative storyline

I highly recommend this book to those who enjoy a slice of life with a supernatural twist story. The explanations of things are very imaginative.

Highly recommend

I loved this book. The story and characters really drew me in, and I could not wait to find out what happened next. The premise of the book with an old building with many secrets led to a story with many mysteries for the characters to unravel. The narrator did a great job. #Clever #Mysterious #Suspenseful #LosAngeles #OtherWorlds #tagsgiving #sweepstakes

Lovecraft meets Scooby and Dilbert

This is one of my favorite Audible stories. I have actually listened to it multiple times. I think it requires someone who likes science fiction plus mystery combined with an element of horror thrown in. Often funny, always intriguing, kept me thoroughly entertained.

great mystery box thriller, fantastic voice actor

original story and approach, had me up late wanting to unfold the layered mysteries, terrific voice actor

If the rest of his books are this good...

I'll be adding Peter Clines to my 'must read' list. This book is gripping start to finish.

Transcends Reality

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Even though I am not a big fan of science fiction this book is so well constructed and performed, that I would recommend it to anyone. I found myself at first thinking that the plot was totally outrageous and entirely unbelievable, but in the end I just admired the book for the shear imagination of the author.

Ray Porter gave one of the best performances to which I have ever listened.