Abaddon's Gate

The Expanse, Book 3

De: James S. A. Corey

Narrado por: Jefferson Mays

Locus Best Science Fiction Novel, 2014

The third book in the NYT bestselling Expanse series, Abaddon's Gate opens the door to the ruins of an alien gate network, and the crew of the Rocinante may hold the key to unlocking its secrets.

HUGO AWARD WINNER FOR BEST SERIES

For generations, the solar system—Mars, the Moon, the Asteroid Belt—was humanity's great frontier. Until now. The alien artifact working through its program under the clouds of Venus has appeared in Uranus's orbit, where it has built a massive gate that leads to a starless dark.

Jim Holden and the crew of the Rocinante are part of a vast flotilla of scientific and military ships going out to examine the artifact. But behind the scenes, a complex plot is unfolding, with the destruction of Holden at its core. As the emissaries of the human race try to find whether the gate is an opportunity or a threat, the greatest danger is the one they brought with them.

Abaddon's Gate is a breakneck science fiction adventure following the critically acclaimed Caliban's War.

The Expanse

Leviathan Wakes

Caliban's War

Abaddon's Gate

Cibola Burn

Nemesis Games

Babylon's Ashes

Persepolis Rising

Tiamat's Wrath

​Leviathan Falls

Memory's Legion

The Expanse Short Fiction

Drive

The Butcher of Anderson Station

Gods of Risk

The Churn

The Vital Abyss

Strange Dogs

Auberon

The Sins of Our Fathers

©2013 James S. A. Corey (P)2018 Hachette Audio

Reseñas de la Crítica

"A politically complex and pulse-pounding page-turner.... Corey perfectly balances character development with action... series fans will find this installment the best yet."—Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)

"High adventure equaling the best space opera has to offer, cutting-edge technology, and a group of unforgettable characters bring the third installment of Corey's epic space drama (after Caliban's War and Leviathan Wakes) to an action-filled close while leaving room for more stories to unfold. Perhaps one of the best tales the genre has yet to produce, this superb collaboration between fantasy author Daniel Abraham and Ty Franck should reawaken an interest in old-fashioned storytelling and cinematic pacing. Highly recommended."—Library Journal (starred review)

"Politics, philosophical ideals, and humor mingle in a tale that will shock and surprise."—Publisher's Weekly (Starred Review)

Loved it!

great book! Thought the narration was outstanding. This entire Series has become an instant classic for any sci-fi fan. really fun and smart. highly recommend.

Continued greatness

Another perfect addition to the Expanse universe. From start to finish a very captivating story.

Overall a wonderful addition to the Expanse series

Performance: Jefferson Mays does a wonderful job of emphasising the nuances of all the different characters. He definitely allows you to feel the coldness of Clarissa, the gruffness of Bull, and all of the other characters. Great job here.

Story: I enjoyed the story a great deal. I always enjoy the portions of stories where they greater picture is revealed, and the (story) universe expands out to show us the grander world that lies beyond our little portion. Abaddon's Gate is definitely the appropriate name for this book. The only thing that got a bit tiring for me was the excessive back and forth with the human drama of "control". I feel like that portion dragged a bit. Overall though, I definitely enjoyed it!

A bit anticlimactic

I love this series. I liked this book. I really don't know how to explain my lack of love here without spoiling the book. SO don't read past this line if you don't want spoilers.

I found the character arch of Melba Alzbeta Koh both unbelievable and a little puzzling. People aren't really evil. Not wholly. That I believe. What I don't believe is the ability to admit that she was wrong. People usually find that quite difficult. To see someone try to destroy someone with single-minded determination and turn back... no. I don't think I believe that. Was the story interesting, yes. But the climax really fell flat for me. It seemed like she just kind of gave up on her own. Yes, real life isn't dramatic monologue-ing and all that. But I did feel like I wanted more. Why? Why can she think clearly now? Because of distance and killing? I'm just not lovin' it.

In love with this series!

If you have made it to book 3 then you are in for the long haul. This may be my favorite sci-fi adventure. I know I'm not going to want this to end.

Wow, Sci fi space drama at its best

Roller coaster ride! Futuristic space drama and exploration in a not so unbelievable world. Can't wait for the next book.

Jefferson Mays Knocks it out of the Park!!

This book was amazing. The writing is incredible and Jefferson Mays is literally the best narrator in audible. I can't recommend it, and the rest of the Expanse series, enough!!!

Amazed

I really love this series. Great listening, superb character development ...plots have a lot of twists...superb books to be at home with...

Fun book, but the plot felt a little contrived

I love the series so far, though the plot of book 3 felt a little contrived and the attitude/feelings directed toward one of the characters was very inconsistent. Still, love the world James Corey has created and the idea behind the series. Fun read.

great sci fi

the show mirrors the book very well, def recc this audio for fans of the show
really enjoy how science based but not in an overwhelming way the author writes
love this narrator