Agenda 21

By: Glenn Beck

Narrated by: January LaVoy

Length: 8 hrs and 35 mins

Publisher's summary

Just a generation ago this place was called America. Now, after the worldwide implementation of UN-lead program called Agenda 21, it's simply known as the 'Republic'. There is no president. No congress. No Supreme Court. No freedom.

There are only the Authorities.

Citizens have two primary goals in the new Republic: to create clean energy and to create new human life.

Those who cannot do either are of no use to society.

This bleak and barren existence is all that 18-year-old Emmeline has ever known. She dutifully walks her energy board daily and accepts all male pairings assigned to her by the Authorities. Like most citizens, she keeps her head down and her eyes closed.

Until the day they came for her mother.

Woken up to the harsh reality of her life and her family's future inside the Republic, Emmeline begins to search for the truth. Why are all citizens confined to ubiquitous concrete living spaces? Why are Compounds guarded by Gatekeepers who track all movements? Why are food, water and energy rationed so strictly? And, most important, why are babies taken from their mothers at birth?

As Emmeline begins to understand the true objectives of Agenda 21, she realizes that she is up against far more than she ever thought. With the Authorities closing in, and nowhere to run, Emmeline embarks on an audacious plan to save her family and expose the Republic - but is she already too late?

©2012 Simon & Schuster, Inc. (P)2012 Mercury Radio Arts, Inc.

A Must Read

A great story, facts based in fiction that could easily become a harsh reality if America does not wake up.

great story and perspective

great story and perspective of what what possibilities could happen if things keep unfolding in this direction. The flashback and history are disturbingly accurate now, 8 years from when this book was written.

Another Hunger Games?

Great story about a futuristic world with a strong female character. Reminds me of the Hunger Games. Highly recommend

Half way

Lasted half way in the audible version. Could not handle the stupid main characters' high pitched voice and constant questions. I mean, the mother did not prepare the daughter for anything. And the risks taken were of someone who was mentally slow or clueness. Story concept makes sense but the actions of the idiot main character were more than I could handle. Pass.

'1984' meets 'Logan’s Run'; aka – N. Korea

While the premise around Agenda 21 is interesting and somewhat grounded in facts (all be it much artistic leeway in extrapolating the UN author(s) exact intentions), I found the book to be fairly dull. A few parts/concepts kept my attention better than others, but virtually all of them seemed to be enhanced retread versions (disguised rip offs) from other works, ie – 1984, Logan’s Run, Atlas Shrugged, et al. Maybe it’s worth the credit…just maybe.

Could this really happen...here?

Would you listen to Agenda 21 again? Why?

I would listen to Agenda 21 again-there was so much to the story that just listening one time does not cover the whole picture.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Agenda 21?

My mother & I listened to this book at the same time, we were able to discuss the different points Ms. Parke brings up and to see if something like this could really happen in our nation.

What does January LaVoy bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

I like listening to narrators that have different voices to the characters and January LaVoy does that for me. Each of her character voices were on target for the character. I think she was able to grab the emotion of the scene and the age of the character very well.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The ending moved me-it was an ending you wanting but you still didn't except it.

This is a must read

Would you listen to Agenda 21 again? Why?

I like Glenn Beck and I trust him. He is a great writer. It was excellent.

A good look at the extreme result of Agenda 21

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

Yes I would, while I am all about taking care of our earth, we must do so with balance. This books helps you to see the direction that local and even the federal government is slowly taking. While I saw slowly, it could easily become quickly and drastic.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Agenda 21?

There were several but hard for me to write down, I enjoyed the detailed descriptions of the people envolved and of course the Afterward.

What about January LaVoy’s performance did you like?

Unlike a few others, I though she did a good job, it was easy to listen to, and she gave depth to the people she discribed. I even enjoyed her "man" voice.

Long Road for the End!

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

I do not recommend this title. It was a long story for the point, probably not book material, a short essay.

Would you ever listen to anything by Glenn Beck again?

Yes, and I have in the past.

What does January LaVoy bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

If it wasn't for her, I would have given up! Great Story Teller.

Do you think Agenda 21 needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

NO!

Any additional comments?

I expected More

Amazing story

The narrator is awsome, she doesnt get boring or repetative. i felt and the imagined the events as she told the story. this is the second time i listen to this story and its still just as great as the first..