Empty Earth

De: Rick McManus

Narrado por: Nettie Rose

A WORLD DESTROYED. A LOVE UNBROKEN

In a world ravaged by climate catastrophe, defiance still flickers among the ashes. Eva has spent her youth fighting the tyrannical remnants of the government. Her rebellion earned her a one-way ticket to an Arctic prison facility where thousands toil in a concrete maze, growing food for the elite while scientists race to find salvation from "the warming" before humanity's extinction. Through the walls of her frozen cage, Eva discovers Adam, imprisoned in the neighboring British enclosure. Their whispered conversations become a lifeline, their forbidden love the only light in their darkened world.

Eva carries a secret in the form of a smuggled letter containing clues to her grandfather's hidden sanctuary. If she and Adam can break free, they'll face a perilous journey across a transformed continent to find safety with her grandfather. As humanity edges closer to extinction, Eva must choose: surrender to slow death in captivity or risk everything for a chance at life beyond their prison walls. Their love story will either become the last whispered tragedy of a dying world or the first chapter of its most defiant triumph. A gripping post-apocalyptic romance where two hearts refuse to quit, no matter the price they will have to pay.

©2014 Richard McManus (P)2025 Richard McManus

Beautifully written masterpiece.

The writing is hauntingly beautiful, and the narration elevates it to perfection. Eva and Adam’s connection felt real, fragile, yet incredibly strong against the bleakest backdrop imaginable. I loved the blend of high stakes, rebellion, and love. This audiobook had me pressing play long into the night. It’s a survival story wrapped in romance.

Intriguing and Genuine - Exciting Narration

Drawn in by Eva… I couldn’t wait to find out what happened. The narrator really brought out the story. I got lost in this new Earth as I listened. Very nice and great story.

Lyrical and Haunting

This audiobook is a rare mix of poetic beauty and dystopian grit. The romance is subtle but profound. A compelling, atmospheric masterpiece.

Powerful and emotional.

From the very first chapter, I was pulled into a world destroyed by climate change yet filled with human resilience. Eva and Adam’s whispered conversations gave me chills, and their love kept the story burning with hope. Nettie Rose’s performance was mesmerizing. A rare gem that mixes survival, romance, and defiance so beautifully. Highly recommended!

Unforgettable love story.

One of the most unique love stories I’ve ever heard! The balance between dystopian world-building and emotional depth is remarkable. Eva’s bravery, Adam’s loyalty, and the secret sanctuary plot kept me riveted. Nettie Rose’s narration gave everything raw emotion. A heartbreaking yet inspiring audiobook experience that deserves to be on everyone’s shelf. Simply brilliant.

Hopeful and haunting.

This audiobook stole my heart. The idea of love flourishing in the darkest, coldest corners of the world is so powerful. Eva’s determination and Adam’s quiet strength made their journey unforgettable. Nettie Rose’s narration was deeply moving. A post-apocalyptic romance that’s both heartbreaking and uplifting. It deserves to be experienced by every listener out there.

A hauntingly beautiful audiobook!

The storytelling swept me away, and the narration was perfect. The world felt frighteningly real, and Eva and Adam’s love gave it warmth. I loved the tension, the suspense, and the quiet moments between them. This book stayed with me long after I finished. A perfect blend of dystopia and love.

A Dystopian Masterpiece

What amazed me most about Empty Earth was how vividly it paints a destroyed planet while still centering on something deeply human—connection. The prisons, the desperation, the authoritarian control, and the brutality of survival all feel chillingly real, but Eva’s defiance kept me rooting for her. Her determination to chase hope when the world offers none is inspiring. The pacing is perfect, slowly building tension and then unleashing moments of heart-stopping suspense. McManus doesn’t just tell a story—he makes you live it. This will stay with me for a long time.

Hope against despair.

What an emotional ride! The frozen setting is chillingly real, and Eva’s determination inspired me. Her connection with Adam brought warmth into the coldest, darkest world imaginable. The author paints vivid scenes, and the narration brought it all to life. I cried, smiled, and held my breath. This audiobook deserves more than five stars.

I really like it. Better than my school books.

I really like it. My middle school books are pretty boring so this book was exciting and fun. I really really liked the narrator. She did so so great with all the different voices. I’m going to listen to it again. Thanks.