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The Book of the Unnamed Midwife
- The Road to Nowhere, Book 1
- Narrated by: Angela Dawe
- Length: 9 hrs and 14 mins
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The Book of the Unnamed Midwife
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Publisher's Summary
Philip K. Dick Award Winner for Distinguished Science Fiction
When she fell asleep, the world was doomed. When she awoke, it was dead.
In the wake of a fever that decimated the earth's population - killing women and children and making childbirth deadly for the mother and infant - the midwife must pick her way through the bones of the world she once knew to find her place in this dangerous new one. Gone are the pillars of civilization. All that remains is power - and the strong who possess it.
A few women like her survived, though they are scarce. Even fewer are safe from the clans of men, who, driven by fear, seek to control those remaining. To preserve her freedom, she dons men's clothing, goes by false names, and avoids as many people as possible. But as the world continues to grapple with its terrible circumstances, she'll discover a role greater than chasing a pale imitation of independence.
After all, if humanity is to be reborn, someone must be its guide.
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- Karin Hitchcock
- 2022-05-26
Highly recommended
If you enjoy apocalyptic stories, this book is highly recommended. The reader is extremely talented in using her voice to identify specific characters. Extremely well done in the crafting of the tale as well as the presentation. 5 stars for sure!
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- Ruth
- 2023-10-19
Excellent book and Narration
I don’t usually chose books that are on the future but I was quickly hooked by this story. I was in for the full ‘read’. I don’t agree with the overuse of a literary technique that I thought worked really well. Interesting that this book was written pre covid. Sure makes you think!
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- L. C Trent
- 2019-04-08
couldn't stop listening
couldn't stop listening- the narrator was excellent. looking forward to book two. already pre-ordered third
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- Neesha
- 2023-02-22
Loved it
I loved listening to this book. Really captured my attention till the end. Wish there was a series or spin to this storyline
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- Roxanne J.
- 2023-10-08
Why haven’t I heard about this book?
This was amazing. I’m a fan of post-apocalyptic stories and finding good ones isn’t easy. I stumbled across this one through an Audible sale and I’m so happy I bought it. The writing is dark because of the obvious subject matter but also painfully human. The queer rep was very well done and refreshing in a sub genre that’s normally 100% hetero. Loved this and am delighted to see that it’s part of a series.
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- NOV.BABY
- 2018-01-11
"equals"
A good story set in the future. Easy listening. The authors annoying habit of comparing things with the word "equals" was definitely irritating towards the end of the book.
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- Brenna K
- 2023-10-01
Handmaid’s Tale
Really good story and enjoyable performance. Would recommend for the same audience as the Handmaid’s tale.
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- Melissa Braun
- 2019-06-06
Good Listen!
This is an interesting listen, hard to put it down. I liked the perspectives in this story. I would reccomend this to friends.
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- ky capuska
- 2023-10-23
Surprisingly great read
I had not heard of this author before listening to this book. Loved it and recommend it highly.
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- Raynell
- 2022-11-24
Highly recommended
Really enjoyed this book. Great take on the post-apocalyptic theme. Some other commenters complaining about the use of the word “equals” but it’s really not a big deal at all. It may not translate as well to an audiobook but it’s easy to tell that the character is writing in her diary and using “=“ is part of her writing style. Not at all a hindrance to enjoying this book. Highly recommend.
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