The Cycle

By: Clifford Rutley

Narrated by: Clifford Rutley

What they say about the tunnel is true. That tunnel with the light at the end of it, t...he tunnel you’re supposed to go along when you die. What many people say is that the afterlife is at the end of it. Your creator is meant to be waiting for you there to welcome you to heaven or whatever else your beliefs tell you. Well I have been down this tunnel many times now and I can tell you that it is nothing as fantastic as that. Oh no, what lies at the end of the tunnel is you. It is your part of the universe and you’re about to experience it all over again, just like the last time you came along it to begin to live your life again.

©2005 Clifford Rutley (P)2025 Clifford Rutley

Existential Gold

What starts as a simple journey into the afterlife turns into a deep philosophical statement about identity, consciousness, and repetition. The Cycle is more than just a story—it’s a psychological exploration. The concept of reliving your own life endlessly is both terrifying and liberating. Clifford Rutley has done an amazing job weaving deep ideas into a compelling narrative. Highly thought-provoking and well narrated.

A Refreshing Take on Life After Death

Clifford Rutley’s The Cycle is unlike anything I’ve listened to before. The writing is reflective and atmospheric, and his voice adds credibility to the introspective themes. I appreciated how it challenges conventional ideas of heaven or the afterlife. My only wish is that the pacing had been a bit tighter in the final third. That said, it’s a highly worthwhile journey—moving, contemplative, and refreshingly original.

Narration That Matches the Vision

Rutley not only wrote this fascinating story, but he also brings it to life with his own voice. And what a perfect choice! His cadence and delivery match the tone of the story so well that it feels like he’s speaking directly from his soul. The Cycle is meditative, mysterious, and masterfully structured. It’s not just a story—it’s an invitation to self-reflection. Don’t miss this one if you enjoy existential storytelling.

Beautifully Haunting

There’s something eerily beautiful about The Cycle. Clifford Rutley has taken a simple idea—the tunnel of light—and completely reimagined it into something intimate, eternal, and haunting. The notion of being stuck in an eternal replay of your life is as terrifying as it is fascinating. It left me questioning everything about consciousness and legacy. A brilliantly executed audiobook that lingers long after it ends.

Deeply Personal and Original

Few audiobooks have ever made me stop in my tracks like this one. The way The Cycle blends speculative fiction with raw human introspection is remarkable. Clifford Rutley’s voice draws you in gently and keeps you engaged as the story unravels. The concept of becoming your own universe and reliving your life makes you consider what really matters in the grand scheme of things. I loved every second.