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Empty Earth

By: Rick McManus
Narrated by: Nettie Rose
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A WORLD DESTROYED. A LOVE UNBROKEN

In a world ravaged by climate catastrophe, defiance still flickers among the ashes. Eva has spent her youth fighting the tyrannical remnants of the government. Her rebellion earned her a one-way ticket to an Arctic prison facility where thousands toil in a concrete maze, growing food for the elite while scientists race to find salvation from "the warming" before humanity's extinction. Through the walls of her frozen cage, Eva discovers Adam, imprisoned in the neighboring British enclosure. Their whispered conversations become a lifeline, their forbidden love the only light in their darkened world.

Eva carries a secret in the form of a smuggled letter containing clues to her grandfather's hidden sanctuary. If she and Adam can break free, they'll face a perilous journey across a transformed continent to find safety with her grandfather. As humanity edges closer to extinction, Eva must choose: surrender to slow death in captivity or risk everything for a chance at life beyond their prison walls. Their love story will either become the last whispered tragedy of a dying world or the first chapter of its most defiant triumph. A gripping post-apocalyptic romance where two hearts refuse to quit, no matter the price they will have to pay.

©2014 Richard McManus (P)2025 Richard McManus
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There’s something mesmerizing about the contrast between devastation and tenderness in this audiobook. The characters feel so authentic, their fears and hopes bleeding into each word. The storytelling is patient and mature, never rushing the buildup of suspense or emotional stakes. I was particularly moved by Eva’s inner strength and the symbolic weight of her grandfather’s letter. The escape sequence had me on edge the entire time. Nettie Rose’s narration is a perfect match—steady, emotive, and immersive. If you like meaningful dystopian fiction with heart, look no further.

Beautifully Bleak

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This audiobook is a rare mix of poetic beauty and dystopian grit. The romance is subtle but profound. A compelling, atmospheric masterpiece.

Lyrical and Haunting

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Drawn in by Eva… I couldn’t wait to find out what happened. The narrator really brought out the story. I got lost in this new Earth as I listened. Very nice and great story.

Intriguing and Genuine - Exciting Narration

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I really like it. My middle school books are pretty boring so this book was exciting and fun. I really really liked the narrator. She did so so great with all the different voices. I’m going to listen to it again. Thanks.

I really like it. Better than my school books.

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This was a really great book that was very well written! Narrator did an amazing job bringing the story to like and all the character voices! Filled with action and solid characters that kept you invested in them and the story!!! Clean story... highly recommended!

Awesome story! Eva and Adam's story was Captivating!

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Eva reminded me of myself. Her voice was feminine and strong. She was my favorite character and I love how she always had a voice even when she wasn’t allowed to talk. She always found a way and was determined to push through no matter what! Amazing narrator and story :)

Eva is my favorite character in this book! Amazing narrator and story :)

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Interesting version of an affected Earth. Great characters from beginning to end. Excellent story telling and voices. I hope there is a sequel in the works.

Awesome Audiobook - Great Listen

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I was really pleased with this audiobook. I kept listening to it and finished it sooner than I thought I would. I really was drawn in by the narrator. She captivated me with the story from the start and did an amazing job with the characters. I was so intrigued by Eva and Adam. I love their banter and connection. Exciting with some plot twists. It is also a whole some story that doesn't leave you cringing but leaves you curious to find out what happens next. I will certainly recommend this to my friends and listen again!

Wow -a great listen! Captivated me from the start!

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