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The Neil Gaiman at the End of the Universe
- Narrated by: Neil Gaiman, Jewel Staite
- Length: 29 mins
- Categories: Science Fiction & Fantasy, Science Fiction
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- Josh Angel
- 03-18-21
Delightful, but read Neil’s books first
First of all, this book is actually narrated by Neil Gaiman himself. It’s tragic that he doesn’t do more narration, because both his acting and his voice is amazing.
And second, this is a delightful short story with both a cute story and plenty of meta-commentary for Gaiman fans.
He said, if you are not already a fan of meals, I don’t think you’ll enjoy this as much. There are many references to his other read works call mom and if you are not familiar with them of the story will be lost on you.
11 people found this helpful
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- Allison Davis
- 03-18-21
Fun quick listen
A short, eye-opening little story to encourage people to be aware of the issues linked with isolation and how negatively it can affect you, if you let it.
9 people found this helpful
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- Timothy J, Goad
- 03-24-21
An absolute treat for Neil fans!!
Loved this!! Its short (barely an hour long) but incredibly fun and engaging. The mystery (no spoilers) as to why popular Fantasy writer Neil Gaiman (yes THE Neil as the title suggests) finds himself suddenly and inexplicably stuck in a tiny derelict space craft at the end of the known universe with only a sarcastic A.I. (voiced by Firefly's Jewel see) as his only company.
Even casual fans of the author should take a chance in this beautifully crafted love letter to the author and his works while simultaneously weaving a wonderful allegory about depression, mental illness and recovery. 5 ⭐ all around.
6 people found this helpful
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- Anonymous User
- 03-23-21
now I want to read Neil Gaiman
interesting, fun short story. I'm not particularly smart or perceptive. a part of me thinks the whole idea behind this was to get readers to read more Neil Gaiman. well it worked on me. maybe I should read some Arvind Ethan David as well.
5 people found this helpful
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- LaDonna Wiles
- 03-18-21
Thirty Minutes
I thoroughly enjoyed these 30 well spent minutes. But then, I always enjoy time spent in the company of Gainman's worlds. Delightful. Entertaining.
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- Steve E
- 03-23-21
Quick, quirky, fun
There is not a better person who could have read this than the man himself. It's truly a delight, and well worth checking out. The ending is abrupt, but it's like having to end a really great lunch with a well known friend.
4 people found this helpful
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- R. D. A. Whatley
- 03-23-21
Excellent
Well written as only a master wordsmith would. You’re missing out if you pass this one by/
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- bonnie mcafee
- 03-21-21
Interstellar Meditation
Props first to the author, Arvind Ethan David, for a fracking great story. I floated alongside maybe-Neil, drifting through the space up above and the space between my ears. It’s such a good story that you can feel the Real-Neil’s admiration as he performs it. The production was also epic...just enough background sound and song to create a peaceful headspace. Much love all around. Thank you.
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- WoodsWalker
- 03-21-21
A fun and quick listen
I really appreciated the production value of the book. It was fun being dropped into outer space with the lost astronaut and being alongside as he figured out what was his situation.
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- April M
- 03-20-21
Good short story
Good short story touching on depression and loneliness. Already recommended it to a friend. Give it a listen.
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- Rox454
- 04-10-21
I expected too much, but a good performance
I enjoy Neil Gaiman's books and was excited about a short space adventure especially with Arvind Nathan Davies involvement and the work he did with Dirk Gently which am also a huge fan.
There were times where I felt this was more of an advert to sell more books while also looking at the importance of story telling during lockdown. I bought this at half price and I still feel like maybe that was too much for 29 minutes. this feels like it should have been included with membership on off podcast. the performance is it's redeeming quality Neil Gaiman playing himself was very good and the effects of the ship were immersive.
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- Michela
- 03-28-21
Brilliant story, perfect narration and production
A stranded, alone and amnesiac astronaut tries to fix his ship and to return to Earth, while also attempting to solve the mystery of himself and the missing crew, with the ship A.I. as only interlocutor and collaborator, and a collection of books by an author lived 200 years before as the only clue. A story full of surprises, perfectly narrated and produced, with all the sound effects of a spaceship and more. Also, it's for charity!
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- Gillian F. Pachter
- 03-18-21
Free at last!
This is a great end-of-lockdown podcast that works on so many levels. As an astronaut struggled to figure a way out of his physical and metaphysical crisis, I was relating this to my own life; ending up with an interpretation about the liberating power of literature. You’ll see it your own way. Highly recommend.
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- Natalie
- 03-19-21
Great story
I really enjoyed this story. It's a quick listen and is very funny. Highly recommend