Los abismos: Spanish Audiobook by Pilar Quintana
Los abismos is Pilar Quintana’s Spanish-language novel about childhood fears and tensions within a family, narrated from the perspective of a young girl. This unabridged audiobook is read by Carolina Gómez and runs just over five hours.
At a glance
- An intimate family story told through a child’s perspective, focused on childhood fears and adult relationships.
- The publisher identifies the novel as the winner of the 2021 Alfaguara Novel Prize.
- The story is set against a Colombian landscape and touches on family, motherhood and nature.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Unabridged narration preserves the full audiobook version.
- A defined running time of just over five hours suits listeners looking for a relatively short novel.
Cons
- The audiobook is in Spanish, so it is not suited to listeners seeking an English-language narration.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Language | Spanish |
| Listening length | 5 hours and 1 minute |
| Narrator | Carolina Gómez |
| Author | Pilar Quintana |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Penguin Random House Audio |
| Publication date | April 22, 2021 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Spanish-speaking listeners interested in literary fiction about family relationships and childhood.
- Listeners looking for an unabridged novel with a runtime of about five hours.
Less suited to
- Listeners who need an English-language audiobook.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
48% 48% - 4 stars
31% 31% - 3 stars
17% 17% - 2 stars
3% 3% - 1 star
1% 1%
The aggregate rating distribution leans positive, with most ratings in the four- and five-star categories, while a notable share is three stars and a smaller portion is one or two stars. Ratings alone do not explain what listeners liked or disliked. For those considering this short, unabridged Spanish narration, the distribution suggests generally favorable but not uniform reactions.
Frequently asked questions
What language is this audiobook in?
The listing specifies Spanish.
Who narrates Los abismos?
The listed narrator is Carolina Gómez.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 5 hours and 1 minute.
Is this an abridged edition?
No. The listing describes it as unabridged.
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