Audiobook A Coming of Age by Timothy Zahn in the ListenBook app
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Audiobook Review: A Coming of Age by Timothy Zahn
Timothy Zahn's "A Coming of Age" presents a compelling dystopian narrative that explores the consequences of extraordinary power in the wrong hands. Set on the colonized planet Tigris, this audiobook delivers a thought-provoking examination of societal control and the dangerous potential of unchecked authority.
The story takes place two centuries after the Lost Generation crisis, when children's telekinetic abilities caused widespread chaos before mysteriously disappearing at puberty. Zahn crafts a world where this traumatic history has led to rigid social controls over adolescent populations, creating an atmosphere of tension that permeates the entire narrative.
The audiobook's strength lies in its multi-layered plot structure, following three distinct yet interconnected storylines. Matthew Jarvis, a medical researcher conducting secret experiments, represents the scientific community's temptation to push ethical boundaries. His work on extending telekinetic abilities beyond puberty serves as a catalyst for the central conflict. Meanwhile, the Prophet Omega operates as a criminal figure exploiting children for personal gain, highlighting the darker aspects of human nature. Perhaps most intriguing is Lisa Duncan, whose simple act of learning to read becomes a subversive challenge to authoritarian control.
Zahn's background in physics brings a methodical approach to world-building, making the telekinetic elements feel grounded rather than fantastical. The author skillfully weaves together these separate threads, building toward a climax where Detective Stanford Tirrell and his partner Tonio must prevent societal collapse.
The audiobook format serves this complex narrative well, allowing listeners to absorb the intricate political dynamics and character motivations through skilled vocal performance. Zahn's prose translates effectively to audio, maintaining clarity while preserving the tension inherent in the story's moral ambiguities.
This work stands as an engaging exploration of power, control, and the cyclical nature of history, making it particularly relevant for listeners interested in thoughtful science fiction that prioritizes social commentary alongside its speculative elements.
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