Audiobook Review: Barriers: A Dystopian Thriller by Patrick Skelton, read by Anthony Lee
Barriers is an interesting and engaging Dystopian Thriller written by author Patrick Skelton. In this book, with the action set in the not too distant future, the Earth is dying as the Sun bombards it with solar flares for more than 50 years. With the majority of the population dead as a result of these catastrophic events, those left alive are hiding in man-made Barrier Cities, protected from the flares by huge domes that cover them. But, in these cities only the rich are welcomed and only those who can provide something for the community.
The story follows Nathan Gallagher and his family, as they try to save their impaired son from being sent away from the safe city to a relocation camp for those who can’t provide for themselves, but that could very well mean a death sentence for the young boy.
This is a dramatic, but uplifting story about love, about family, about the lengths a parent is willing to go to save the life of his adopted child. At the same time, this book touches on the human condition, on our humanity or the absence of it in some cases and, of course, on how power corrupts and how absolute power corrupts absolutely.
The audiobook version of Barriers is narrated by voiceover artist Anthony Lee. He does a great job bringing all the characters to life with different voices and accents. Mr. Lee is using his sting strong and clear voice to the best effect and infuses urgency and emotion into the story, delivering a great narrative experience for the listener.
If you like post-apocalyptic thrillers, you might want to give Barriers a try. Both author and narrator have given their best for your enjoyment.
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