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Carpathians

An Epic Sci-Fi Adventure

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Carpathians

By: Paul Dixon
Narrated by: Tim Gerard Reynolds
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An epic first-contact story on a galactic scale.

Humans have reached the stars. There is no evidence any other species survived its own sentience long enough to do the same. Until now, when the Magellanix deep-space scout Accipiter discovers the Artifact, a million-year-old alien construct resting in a dormant volcano on a faraway world.

Now, TransGalactic has sent the Carpathia to steal it. Two ships, two rival corporations, and a race only one of them can win.

The stakes are greater than they seem. The Artifact is more than just a technological marvel. It holds the key to humanity's survival, and—perhaps—an understanding of our place in the universe at last.

©2023 Paul A Dixon (P)2024 Podium Audio First Contact Hard Science Fiction Science Fiction Space Exploration
Engaging Characters • Thought-provoking Storyline • Complex Plot • Unique World-building • Intriguing Premise
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Long listen yet I found I was not ready for it to end hope they expand this world with more titles soon

Keeps me engaged the whole time

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I had to think about this audible book after listening to it over 4 days. First of all, the story is good, having kept my interest throughout - although there were several overlong parts that threatened to drag the whole down. The narrator did a pretty good job breathing life into the population of the book although some of his voices seemed a bit arbitrary and perhaps ill fitting to the character.

Having prefaced my review by the above, I nonetheless recommend this book for its novel premise through to its well done finish. Hopefully there will be more coming in the future for these characters, specifically, and from the author with other well thought out books.

Good Story, Well Read

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I loved the storytelling. Better conceived than most modern novels. I hope Paul Dixon writes a lot more.

Excellent

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The world-building and empathy for the disparate characters gets you to invest in the story way more than if it was simply plot or sci-fi driven...
Well-written & well-narrateted as well!

Surprisingly Tremendous!

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This was a very interesting book series. I enjoyed the consistent challenge to thought patterns and scenarios. There were some instances where it was unclear where the story would go, as story lines were kept separate. I continued on with the story, and the pieces began to fall into place. Thank you for the passing of time, and considerations to work through.

A story folded and unfolded

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excellent narration, unique characters, intriguing plot, well worth the listen. I found myself dreaming about the relic while I slept.

worth the read

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The performance is not up to Tim’s normal standard, with some of the voices very similar to each other. This book is listed as hard science, but without the details that normally put something in this category. The ending feels like a precursor to a second book rather than a full conclusion.

The story is better than average, but it could have been better
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Good story overall. Weak ending.

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With every minute… Paul Dixon’s latest sci fi thriller leaves you wanting more. Alien race, corporate espionage and superhuman drugs, it has everything to keep you engaged

Beautiful world building and character building

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An extremely long journey to no answer. So many characters and no real ending. And, sadly no good understanding of the artifact, that might have been fun to explore!

Was this alternative life?

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I’ve been reading and listening to sci-fi audiobooks for over 40 years. This book is in the very top tier of sci-fi. Arthur C. Clarke is smiling somewhere in another dimension.

Best of the best sci-fi

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