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Circle Is Closed

Progeny, Book 2

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Circle Is Closed

By: Ray Jay Perreault
Narrated by: Christopher M. Allport
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Humanity left Earth a long time ago. They had treated their home planet poorly, and the deteriorating environment forced them to leave. They traveled 189 light years to a faraway world and named it Horizon, respecting the new lives they intended to build. Fortunately, they learned their lessons and treated their new world much better. After over 100,000 years away from Earth, they still revered her and taught their children her beauty. They knew that someday they would return, and hopefully Earth had healed, and she would welcome them back. They finally developed faster than light travel, and the first place they wanted to visit was the home planet of the human race. When a small crew made the trip, they found that Earth was healed and healthy, but they also found changes that surprised them. When they left to return to Horizon, they had more questions than when they left.

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Very enjoyable read

I received a free copy of this audio book for an honest review. This was a very interesting book. I'm not the biggest fan of sifi but I enjoyed this new concept. I am looking forward to listening to the next in this series. I enjoyed the authors writing style very much.

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A Riveting Tale of Humanity’s Return

Circle Is Closed is an emotional and thought-provoking story. The journey back to Earth after 100,000 years is beautifully described, and the unexpected surprises keep readers hooked. It’s a perfect blend of nostalgia, hope, and mystery

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A Masterful Tale of Redemption

Circle Is Closed is a profoundly moving narrative that weaves themes of forgiveness, growth, and closure with exquisite precision. The characters are richly developed, their journeys both heart-wrenching and uplifting. The author’s lyrical prose and intricate storytelling create a world that lingers long after the final page. A truly transformative read that reminds us of the power of second chances and the beauty of healing.

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Good story. but too short.

I liked the story. felt it was too short. hope you make longer stories. will forward to if you make a follow up story

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Masterful narration delivered.

Christopher M. Allport’s narration makes this sci-fi journey unforgettable. The story’s exploration of humanity’s return to a healed Earth is both insightful and mesmerizing. A must-listen for genre enthusiasts!

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A Thought-Provoking Sci-Fi Journey

Ray Jay Perreault delivers a deeply philosophical and engaging story about humanity’s relationship with Earth, both as a planet and a home. The narrative strikes a balance between hard science fiction and emotional depth. Christopher M. Allport’s narration perfectly captures the reflective mood of the story, making the experience even more captivating. I found myself contemplating the implications of humanity’s return to Earth long after the audiobook ended.

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A Unique Perspective on Environmental Responsib

What I loved most about Circle Is Closed was its underlying message about caring for our planet. The story of humanity leaving Earth due to its decline, only to return centuries later, is a stark reminder of the consequences of environmental destruction. The author masterfully blends science fiction with a deep philosophical question: Can we ever truly undo the damage we cause The discoveries made by the crew upon their return to Earth left me eager for more

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Teasing short story! Very well done.

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Audiobook narrator Christopher M. Allport rating: 4 stars

What. A. Tease! How can you end a book like this, Ray?!? This was a really fun short story that is the second book of the Progeny series (though they can completely be read as stand-alone editions). I enjoyed the first one but this one kept me interested the entire way. I suppose I really like books that are about space or take place in outer space so that helps.

I thought the brief character build up was great and the science behind the space travel was very interesting. I did not fully grasp why they were only allowed a 24-hour window into their endeavor but I suppose (in the world that they were in) that they could always come back?

The narration was great and it even included some sound effects which really fit well in the book. I suppose this is supposed to be directly related to the beings of the book Progeny but I really hope there is another book in this series to tie it all together! Again, I liked the bio at the end of Ray Jay.

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Return to Earth

This super-short story had a little of everything. Space travel, politics, and of course, the sighting of the planet Earth for the descendents of humans that had left generations ago. This short would definitely whet your appetite for the longer story in the series. I was gifted this from the author.

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An intriguing short story

Humanity managed to completely wreck Earth's environment, making it unfit for human survival. With no other real choices, a surviving remnant of the human race set out for a distant system where they seem to have a good chance of finding a habitable planet--and they succeed.

It's a very good planet, and they've learned their lesson, and have treated it well. But it's not Earth. Even after the multigenerational trip to the planet they call Horizon, and more than a thousand years there, they still feel committed to returning home to Earth, to see if it has recovered, in the hope of resettling it.

That's the background. This short story is about the first trip back to Earth after they develop a usable FTL drive, and the surprise they get when they arrive. It's a half-hour listen, and it's enjoyable and interesting.

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