Shift Audiobook – The Silo Saga #2

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Summary:

We are thrilled to introduce the latest addition to our website, the captivating audiobook titled Shift Audiobook Unabridged – The Silo Saga #2 by the renowned author, Hugh Howey. With its skillful narration by the talented Edoardo Ballerini, this audiobook is guaranteed to captivate you from the first word to the last.

Spanning an enthralling 14 hours and 35 minutes, this book promises to immerse you in a world of suspense and excitement. Whether you’re a fan of sci-fi, or thriller, or simply enjoy a well-crafted story, this audiobook is sure to keep you engaged and entertained throughout.

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Audiobook Information:

• Author: Hugh Howey
• Narrator: Edoardo Ballerini
• Series: The Silo Saga
• Subtitle: Book 2
• Category: Science Fiction & Fantasy
• Runtime: 14 hrs and 35 mins

My Review

As a listener who thoroughly enjoyed the first book in The Silo series, Wool, I was excited to delve into the second installment, Shift. Hugh Howey, the author, did not disappoint with this follow-up, as he continued to deliver his signature mix of metaphorically rich narrative. Although he toned back the descriptions and poetic nature of the story a bit, it remained a perfect balance of symbolism and mystery, creating a captivating post-apocalyptic tale.

In Shift, the story expands beyond the events of Silo 18 and Silo 17, exploring a central, controlling headquarters known as Silo 1. The narrative is divided into three sets of two halves, with the first part alternating between the past and present. The past sequences introduce us to characters involved in the original design and implementation of the Silo project, while the present sequences provide insight into the current oversight of the Silos. I found this dual perspective to be compelling, as it offers contextual depth to Howey’s Silo-centric world and surprisingly humanizes characters assumed to be sociopathic.

The second part of the book switches between two different “present days”, offering perspectives from the previous Silo 1 character and a young man in another silo. While this section is enjoyable, it feels slightly empty in comparison to the first and last thirds of the book. Additionally, there is a plot point introduced here that is left unanswered, leaving some loose ends.

The final third of the book takes us further into the future, where we alternate between the “present day” at Silo 1 and the past experiences of a character named “Jimmy Parker”. This section provides an excellent context for the events at Silo 17 and is emotionally impactful.

Overall, Shift is a compelling audiobook that demonstrates Howey’s ability to weave a captivating narrative using mystery, style, symbolism, and well-developed characters. While many questions from the Silo Series are answered, he tactfully leaves some major plot points unresolved, setting the stage for future books. The ending of “Shift” ties in nicely with “Wool”, giving readers a glimpse of what the next book may explore.

However, there are a couple of aspects that I didn’t particularly enjoy. The narrative, despite the clear references and timestamps provided at the start of each chapter, can be jarring and somewhat difficult to follow. There are moments when the story swings between being extremely clever and smooth flowing to repetitive and dull. Although these sections are few and far between, they did cause me to feel bored or detached momentarily.

Furthermore, there were certain plot elements that didn’t make sense to me. For instance, the presence of flies, cats, and rats inside the silos seemed unrealistic. These military-grade bunkers were tightly controlled and sealed for storage, making it hard to believe that flies or other creatures could have entered without human intervention. Additionally, the longevity of certain machines and automated processes without human maintenance strained my sense of disbelief.

In conclusion, Shift is an excellent audiobook that builds upon the compelling story introduced in Wool. Hugh Howey skillfully crafts a narrative that keeps listeners engaged through a mix of mystery, symbolism, and well-developed characters. While there are a few shortcomings, they do not detract from the overall enjoyment of the book. If you’re a fan of post-apocalyptic tales and enjoy audiobooks, I highly recommend giving Shift Silo Book 2 Audiobook a listen. Best of all, you can get it for free!

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