The Time Door

The Eternities Series, Book 1

By: Shannon McDermott

Narrated by: Adam Verner

A reckless last mission on Mars, a crusade for justice on Earth . . .

Reuben Jackson is the only one who still cares about Mars. In the shambles of the Great Collapse, Earth has abandoned the Mars explorers to their fate. But Reuben will make a stand for the Mars team—even against the powerfully united politicians and scientists. In too deep, he discovers hidden conspiracies and unexpected allies.

As the conflict mounts on Earth, time runs down on Mars. Left to face Mars alone, Commander Donegan Moynihan and his team have no hope of surviving after their supplies are gone. Willing to accept a quicker death than starvation, the explorers strike out on a dangerous mission. They venture deep inside the ancient volcano of Arsia Mons, into perils and secrets long buried. What they discover would move mountains on Earth—but will it be enough to save themselves?

©2024 Shannon McDermott (P)2024 Oasis Audio

Refreshing

Enjoyed this book. It was a clever blend of everyday Washington boring in the beginning with a surprise twist of science fiction. I can’t wait for the next one! I enjoyed this book and could not stop listening to it till I was finished.

Needs to be dramatized audio

This needs to be made as unabridged full cast audio drama. They synopsis gives adequate overview, no spoilers from me.

irritating performance & good story

First of all, the performer seem to give the same Breathless emphasis to every word he spoke. I found that very distracting! the story was pretty good but but obviously led to another book in the series.

The characters feel real

Overall I really liked this work. About an hour and a half in it stalls a little but picks up again. I like how the characters feel human, they have depth, needs, hopes and dreams as well as secrets and personal troubles.
Reuben Jackson the main character for the earth is likable and charming.
For the others, they are interesting and to see who they are slowly revealed is enjoyable, many characters are not quite who they seem.