The Phone

By: W.J. Orion

Narrated by: Bailey Carr

Length: 9 hrs and 4 mins

Publisher's summary

The invaders came down to Earth in their ships and multi-legged battle armor, and we had no way to stop them from taking the water. Made sense. They looked like massive crabs, after all. The war was over in days. Now, those left behind eke out a parched existence in the scorched rubble, avoiding the hunter-killer teams of crabs as they scour Earth for whatever they deem valuable.

Sixteen-year-old Yasmine Whitten is an expert at navigating the wastes; born into this world, she not only survives; she thrives. But she's got a secret: her mother's old cell phone.

Kept intact for 13 years of alien invasion and kept charged by a tiny solar panel, these two relics of a dead world give her sanity and a host of tools that allow her to stay ahead of the scavengers, both human and crab alike. It's a flashlight and a camera, and when she can't sleep, she can comfort herself in the cold desert by looking at pictures of her mother and father and by reading their old text messages to one another. She's doing well enough, for a teenager on her own in a ravaged world. Until the phone rings.

The Phone is author W.J. Orion's first young-adult science-fiction novel. First in a planned trilogy of Dry Earth titles, it's suitable for teenagers and adults alike.

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the book was good

okay this book is a little bit unusual kind of I don't really know how to describe it because I don't want you to make spoilers it was enjoyable and very very good the narrator was good as well and overall it was a very good listen I liked it

I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review

I usually do not like young adult books but this

This book is the exception for me I really enjoyed it . The narration was well done and I love the plot

teenage wonder

I found this series because I love this Author, going into this story your not quit sure what to except if you've read his other books. But jumping down this rabbit hole was a great adventure, the lite sense of humor and the attitude follows a teenage girl pretty well made me feel like it was my daughter talking.
on to the next book to see where the adventure goes..

Loved this book!!

The story written by W.J. Orion is great and can be enjoyed by adults.....I loved it. The performance of Bailey Carr was wonderful, and it was truly enjoyable to listen to. The main characters were well developed and easy to connect with. I cannot wait for the next book!!

Loved it

The book sweeps you into the story immediately. WJ Orion does a fantastic job getting into a teenage females head! Well done. I cannot wait for book 2. Like seriously, can’t wait!

Don't Let the Synopsis Throw You Off- It's Good

Someone asked me what I was reading, and I said "The Phone"..."What's it about?", they asked...I froze because I was honestly too embarrassed as a grown-ass woman to say "Well, alien crabs and alien shrimp...". But I got over myself, had an internal laugh, and said "Okay, hear me out, I know this sounds stupid but its actually a really good book..."

So, this review is to say...if you are considering this book but aren't sure about the synopsis...I assure you, it's worth it.

It has solid character development- this authors strong suit. I often find myself rooting for the strangest characters due to the world he paints. It's predictable in that YA way but somehow still builds tension and makes you excited. I dug it. Additionally, the male author does a nice job of capturing a female perspective - a rarity in the sci-fi & YA genres. If you follow this author, his growth in writing female characters is really exciting to experience.

A Young Adult Dystopian - Must listen!

Amazing story and great characters brought to life by Bailey Carr I couldn't stop listening! This will leave you wanting more as soon as it's done! Cannot wait for the next installment. Please do yourself a favor and check this book out.

Different kind of alien story

This is the first book I’ve read/listened to by this author and I would listen to more if this becomes a series.

Yasmine has grown up in a world mostly devoid of water since the aliens invaded, took it and killed most of the earths population. On her own since her parents died, Yasmine scavenges for things the people in a nearby village need. She is welcome among them, but chooses to live outside the walls, away from everyone, avoiding becoming too emotionally close. Her mother’s phone is her comfort and survival aid. One day it rings and she gets swept up in her concern for the person who contacted her. With her “don’t back down” attitude she ventures off. It won’t be easy though, no only are there the crabs, but there’s people out there she’s been warned to avoid.

This is the second book I’ve listened to by this narrator ( Bailey Carr ) and I would listen to another. She has distinct voices for each character. Her style moved the book along well and got me involved in the story. She puts emotion into the words.

There are no explicit sex scenes, or excessive violence. Another reviewer mentioned the occasional swearing, but it must be minimal- I don’t remember any. This is a great story for teens and adults.

I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and voluntarily left this unbiased review.
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Loved it!

Great story! Lots of twists and turns, and it definitely grabs your attention till the last minute. Can't wait for the next one!

A fight to remember!

This is an amazing YA story, with a pace and feeling similar to The Hunger Games. Yaz is an extremely likable character, and Mr. Orion has a way of making you feel like you’ve stepped into the world he creates. You’re quickly drawn into this desolate world that the aliens have left in their wake, populated by a mere fraction of the humans who once called Earth home. During Yaz’s struggle to survive and help those she can, she encounters more than one hazard and a few new friends. It’s a great read and I hope there is more to the story in the future!