Guardians: A Wasteland Novel — Unabridged Audiobook
Unabridged: Guardians: A Wasteland Novel is the audiobook finale to Susan Kim and Laurence Klavan’s post-apocalyptic teen trilogy. Esther’s rooftop refuge and the District face growing factional conflict, while deadly rain and power struggles threaten the community.
At a glance
- The story is presented as the concluding installment of the Wasteland trilogy.
- Esther and her allies have established a rooftop garden and shelter within a dangerous urban setting.
- The plot centers on factional tensions, growing power, and Esther’s effort to protect the District’s citizens.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The unabridged format and stated listening length make it easier to plan for a long-form listen.
- A named narrator and English-language listing provide useful format details before purchase.
- Its focus on survival, community conflict, and teen characters may suit listeners seeking post-apocalyptic fiction.
Technical specifications
7 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Edition | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 11 hours and 58 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Narrator | Laura Knight Keating |
| Publication date | March 24, 2015 |
| Publisher | HarperCollins |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners who have followed the Wasteland trilogy and want its concluding story.
- Teen and young-adult fiction listeners interested in post-apocalyptic settings and community power struggles.
- Audiobook buyers looking for an unabridged English recording with a listed narrator.
Less suited to
- Listeners seeking a standalone story, since this is described as a trilogy finale.
- Buyers who prefer a print or ebook edition rather than an audiobook.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate ratings lean positive, with five- and four-star ratings making up most of the distribution and some three-star ratings as well. That offers a limited signal of generally favorable reception, but there are no customer-comment details here to explain what listeners liked or where the story may divide opinion.
Frequently asked questions
Is Guardians: A Wasteland Novel a standalone story?
The listing describes it as the finale to the Wasteland trilogy, so it is positioned as the concluding installment rather than a standalone.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 11 hours and 58 minutes.
Who narrates this edition?
The listing names Laura Knight Keating as the narrator.
Is this audiobook abridged?
It is listed as unabridged.
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