Review by nymphutian - George Orwell's 1984: An Audible Original adaptation

nymphutian 's review for:

George Orwell's 1984: An Audible Original adaptation by George Orwell, Joe White

5.0

dark reflective tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

I just finished listening to the audiobook edition and all I can say is WOW. It wasn't just an audiobook but an immersive performance that I finished in one sitting as I didn't want to stop listening.

This isn't the kind of book that I'd typically go for but it was free as part of my audible subscription so I figured why not and I'm so glad I did.

The world building was incredible and had a very gripping way of highlighting the issues of oppression and dictatorship.

The voice acting was fantastic and really helped me connect with the characters on a deeper level and I really did feel for them.

O'brien,

what a nasty man he is! I just felt it in my gut when they went to him that he wasn't to be trusted. And the torture scenes were so detailed and atmospheric that I truly felt I was in the room with them, I couldn't listen to those bits with my eyes closed!

Would I give such a high rating if I read the book as opposed to listening to the audiobook? I honestly can't say, but this was amazing and I highly recommend this to anyone looking to get immersed in a story!

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