Happy Town Audiobook by Greg van Eekhout
Happy Town is an unabridged English audiobook by Greg van Eekhout, narrated by Shaan Dasani. This middle-grade adventure follows Keegan as he uncovers a disturbing secret in an unnaturally perfect company town, blending a high-tech setting with horror and satire.
At a glance
- Keegan investigates a company town whose orderly, high-tech surface hides a dangerous system.
- The story includes a dome that shields the town from bad weather and self-driving vehicles serving residents.
- The middle-grade plot mixes mystery, satirical elements and horror, including zombie-like residents.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The unabridged version has a stated runtime of 4 hours and 23 minutes, making its listening commitment easy to gauge.
- The premise combines a young protagonist's investigation with a distinctive company-town setting.
Cons
- The story includes horror elements and zombie imagery, which may not suit listeners seeking a gentler middle-grade adventure.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Length | 4 hours and 23 minutes |
| Version | Unabridged |
| Language | English |
| Publication date | October 22, 2024 |
| Author | Greg van Eekhout |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Shaan Dasani |
| Publisher | HarperCollins |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Middle-grade listeners interested in unsettling mysteries, speculative settings and horror elements.
- Buyers looking for a narrated, unabridged English audiobook with a listed runtime.
Less suited to
- Listeners who prefer light or non-scary children's stories.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Aggregate ratings lean positive, with the supplied distribution showing only four- and five-star categories. The sample is small, and no written customer feedback is provided, so it cannot establish which aspects listeners liked or whether the narration or horror tone suits a particular buyer.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrates Happy Town?
The audiobook is by author Greg van Eekhout and is narrated by Shaan Dasani.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 4 hours and 23 minutes.
What is Happy Town about?
Keegan moves with his family to a remote, high-tech company town that seems perfect, then investigates a dangerous system after its residents begin behaving like zombies.
Is Happy Town unabridged?
Yes. The listing identifies this audiobook version as unabridged.
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