The Swarm

A Novel

By: Frank Schatzing

Narrated by: George Weightman

Now a CW Original Series

The Der Spiegel number #1 blockbuster bestseller about an intelligent life force that takes over the oceans and exacts revenge on mankind!

Whales begin sinking ships. Toxic eyeless crabs poison Long Island’s water supply. Around the world, countries are beginning to feel the effects of the ocean’s revenge. In this riveting novel, full of twists, turns, and cliffhangers, a team of scientists discovers a strange, intelligent life force called the Yrr that takes form in marine animals in order to wreak havoc on man for his abuses. The Day After Tomorrow meets The Abyss in his gripping, scientifically realist, utterly imaginative thriller. With the compellingly creepy and vivid skill of this author to evoke story, character, and place, Frank Schatzing’s book are certain to find a home with fans of Michael Crichton.

Environment fights back

I liked the character development and the interesting science speculations. Great listen . I would recommend it. Really imaginative and a real warning about our treatment of the Earth , our home.

Deserves 10 stars

I will not even attempt to try to summarize how impactful this book is. I will say that it goes right to the top of must read/listens. I highly recommend it to anyone and everyone as it is a true masterpiece. I can only imagine that I will listen to it again and again throughout time. Thankfully, the narration is also excellent. Bravo!!!

Interesting antagonist.

A little too much scientific details. I found the ending to be a let down. Very preachy and I found the conclusion to be rather hopeless. Also I don't really believe this author truly understands the meaning of Christianity, only the dogma. If I accept his conclusions, then life would be pointless and just existing is the point. Then why bother, every for themselves. Otherwise, interesting story.

Intruding

Great story with interesting characters. You really get to unteach character outside of the story. The story itself really makes us question our perspective and where we fit in the world. story is also full of action and suspense

Mind blowing perspectives! Worth every minute.

Extensive scientific research and detail about the oceans, organisms, and life in it. New paradigms about the formation of life before mankind. I learned more than I ever imagined about the oceans’ currents and the interactions of the planet’s systems. All wrapped up in a story full of action and character-development with an excellent nail-biter conclusion. The author even included a thoughtful comparison of the world’s religions as they relate to the creation of man.