After the Game

 

Name: After the Game
By: Abbi Glines
Narrated by: Jason Carpenter, Charlotte Penfield
Series: Field Party
Length 6 hrs and 56 mins
Category: Teen & Young Adult, Literature & Fiction
Release Date: 2017-08-21
Language: English

In the hush of the early morning or the calm of the late night, nothing is more enchanting than immersing oneself in an audiotale told by skilled narrators. The audiobook, “After the Game”, has been bestowed with the charming voices of Jason Carpenter and Charlotte Penfield. The eloquence and emotion in their voices carry us away to a parallel universe where the characters come alive. “After the Game” is a journey into a world of hope, despair, love, and sacrifice, painted in vibrant hues of human emotions. The story launches in the modest town of Edgewood, a place that appears inconsequential on the surface but serves as the backdrop for events that are anything but ordinary.

The main character, Sarah Thompson, a young and ambitious journalist, is fresh off her latest big story and ready to chase the next. Then we meet the second lead character, Ryan Heflin, a former star quarterback who left Edgewood under a cloud of disgrace, now returning after a decade.

Sarah and Ryan’s paths intersect in the most unexpected of circumstances. Their past is intertwined in a mess of misunderstandings and heartache, and their future is shrouded in uncertainty. As the story propels forward, it’s not just about Sarah and Ryan, but an ensemble of characters that add layers of complexity to this audiotale.

There’s Karen, Sarah’s vivacious best friend who provides comic relief and emotional support. Michael, Ryan’s younger brother, adds a touch of innocence and perspective, and is a tangible link to Ryan’s troubled past. Helen, Ryan’s mother, embodies the strength and resilience that quietly power the narrative.

As the tale weaves through the labyrinth of their lives, it skillfully unearths secrets buried deep beneath the surface. The highs and lows in their relationship are akin to the roaring tides of the ocean – unpredictable and intense. The listeners experience a profound emotional rollercoaster, echoing the heartaches, triumphs, and losses of the characters.

Listeners are whisked along on this journey, gripped by the building tension, the joys, the heartbreaks, and the moments of tranquility. The labyrinthine plot is made all the more immersive through the dual narration. Jason Carpenter’s deep, resonant voice embodies the depth and complexities of Ryan, while Charlotte Penfield’s expressive tones mirror Sarah’s strength and vulnerability.

The way the narrative unfolds holds a mirror to life itself. It reminds us that everyone we meet is fighting battles we know nothing about, and every story has more than one side. Every character is nuanced, their stories offering a window into their souls. Ceaseless and Existence are must listen so don’t skip them at all, once you end the final chapter of this book.

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