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Wool

By: Hugh Howey
Narrated by: Edoardo Ballerini
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Watch Silo, the new Apple TV+ sci-fi series starring Rebecca Ferguson and Tim Robbins, starting May 5th, 2023!

The first book in the acclaimed, New York Times bestselling trilogy, Wool is the story of mankind clawing for survival.

The world outside has grown toxic, the view of it limited, talk of it forbidden. The remnants of humanity live underground in a single silo. But there are always those who hope, who dream. These are the dangerous people, the residents who infect others with their optimism. Their punishment is simple. They are given the very thing they want: they are allowed to go outside.

After the previous sheriff leaves the silo in a terrifying ritual, Juliette, a mechanic from the down deep, is suddenly and inexplicably promoted to the head of law enforcement. With newfound power and with little regard for the customs she is supposed to abide, Juliette uncovers hints of a sinister conspiracy. Tugging this thread may uncover the truth—or it could kill every last human alive.

©2012 Hugh Howey (P)2023 Blackstone Publishing

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Good Start

Pretty solid story. I really wanted more from the personalities and the rushed end/resolution at Silo 18 was a disappointment. I was also hoping for a bit more detail of the technology they use and how they go about using/maintaining it. Seems so crucial but I’m left wondering about so much. I’m in for the next one up, though.

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A+ Narrator and Story are phenomenal

I'm so glad audible kept putting this book in my suggestions. I am even more grateful this is a series because one book was not enough. Thanks Hugh!

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It’s the better version of city of ember

If you like fallout, city of ember or any of those types, you’ll love this.

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Loved it!!

An exhilarating great ride. Loved it from the first chapter. Can’t wait to read book 2

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Loved it

So glad I stumbled across this one, it was great. I haven’t watched the show yet, but I will now even though I know the book is ALWAYS better. Looking forward to listening to the next book as well. I really enjoyed this narrator. He was engaging and made it easy to tell which characters were speaking without over doing it. Definitely worth the credit.

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Wow

I am addicted to good science fiction. This is the best that I have encountered in many years. Kudos to the author and the narrator.

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Great book…hopefully the show will live up to it.

Great book and great reading. Interesting to hear the differences with the book and the show. Wished I had known about the books before the show. Now to “shift” to the next one.

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Love this book!

Jules is a bad ASS. I loved the dystopian setting. It like an adult Hunger Games!
Dialog was well written. Action packed. This deserves a series. Let’s hope the adaptation of this into a script is done right.
Bravo, Mr. Howey!

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A Character Driven Sci-Fi that’s become one of my favorites

I decided to give the book a try after noticing the show advertised on Apple TV. Given I like books more than TV, I decided to listen to it before watching the show. Boy am I glad I did. I couldn’t stop listening and finished the whole book in less than a week. I’ve been hard pressed to find a book/series I like as much as The Expanse, but I think this is it. The premise is extremely interesting but it’s the way that Howey develops his characters that had me captivated. Can’t wait to read the next book!

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Fantastic Story; Top Notch Narration

This exciting, interesting story was presented so well by the narrator. Really excellent listen.

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