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  • The Book of Koli

  • Written by: M. R. Carey
  • Narrated by: Theo Solomon
  • Length: 14 hrs and 14 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (56 ratings)

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The Book of Koli

Written by: M. R. Carey
Narrated by: Theo Solomon
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Publisher's Summary

"A captivating start to what promises to be an epic post-apocalyptic fable" (Kirkus), The Book of Koli is the unforgettable story of a young boy struggling to find his place in a world where nature itself has turned against humanity.

Everything that lives hates us....

Beyond the walls of the small village of Mythen Rood lies an unrecognizable landscape. A place where overgrown forests are filled with choker trees and deadly seeds that will kill you where you stand. And if they don't get you, one of the dangerous shunned men will.

Koli has lived in Mythen Rood his entire life. He believes the first rule of survival is that you don't venture too far beyond the walls.

He's wrong.

For more from M. R. Carey, check out:

  • The Girl with All the Gifts
  • Fellside
  • The Boy on the Bridge
  • Someone like Me

By the same author, writing as Mike Carey:

  • The Devil You Know
  • Vicious Circle
  • Dead Men's Boots
  • Thicker Than Water
  • The Naming of the Beasts
©2020 M. R. Carey (P)2020 Hachette Audio
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What the critics say

"A thought-provoking and deeply engaging story...profoundly and doggedly humane." (C. A. Fletcher on The Book of Koli)

"[A] beautiful book. Gripping, engaging, and absolutely worth the time it takes to burrow yourself into its reality. I can't recommend it highly enough." (Seanan McGuire on The Book of Koli)

"The cadence and pacing of [Koli's] voice adds a depth and richness to the strange and malevolent world." (Booklist on The Book of Koli)

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Excellent

It was excellent. I found myself thinking about Koli during the day and the world that he lived in. Definitely can't wait to read the second one!

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Excellent

I loved this book. It’s an exploration of a dystopia but also an exploration of soul, connection, and knowing. Was a joy to listen to and flew by

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Great story and Narrating

Enjoyable and great listening, can't wait for the next book. first time listening to this narrator and I really enjoyed it

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scary future ...another to contemplate

scary future ...another to contemplate ..dystopian society much like other books and films but in a way I never read

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Absolutely Brilliant

This audiobook ticks all the boxes on my checklist:

- Clever, original premise
- Likeable and relatable characters
- Thoughtful character development
- Excellent use of voice (which is enhanced considerably by outstanding narration)
- Good plot/pacing/progression
- Lots of food for thought (social commentary and exploration of our relationships with nature, technology, and one another)
- Probably some other stuff I'm forgetting

I just finished my second listen (since books 2 and 3 hadn't yet been released when I listened for the first time and I needed/wanted a refresher), and I was no less impressed after listening to it over again. Just an all-around phenomenal audiobook. Can't wait to dive into the next two!

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Theo Solomon is incredible!

First book I’ve listened to with his narration but I’m now on a hunt for more.
Great book which gives me Stephen King - Dark Tower vibes. Just bought the next one to listen to.

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