Book description
Agenda 21: Into the Shadows - An Audiobook Review
Glenn Beck's Agenda 21: Into the Shadows is a gripping, pulse-pounding sequel that carries the same high-energy momentum as its predecessor. The book has already earned rave praise from thriller stalwart Brad Thor, who called it "a brilliantly written, exhilarating adventure." In this new installment, Beck takes us on a harrowing journey through a dystopian America-now simply "the Republic"-where a UN-led program called Agenda 21 has turned the once-proud nation into a regimented society of obedient residents living in stark, barren compounds.
The story follows Emmeline, a woman who refuses to stay silent when her mother is taken away by the Authority. Her questions about why people are confined to grim living spaces, fed identical food cubes, and why babies are removed for the Children's Village spark a rebellion that sets her on a dangerous path out of the Compound. Alongside her partner David, Emmeline faces armed enforcers from the Earth Protection Agency, venturing into the shadows in search of something everyone has only heard whispered about: freedom.
What makes this audiobook shine is Beck's vivid world-building and tight pacing. The narrator captures the oppressive atmosphere of the compounds with a hushed intensity that pulls listeners right into the claustrophobic corridors of Authority control. When Emmeline breaks free, the narration swells with urgency-each footstep echoing the weight of her defiance. Dialogue is crisp, and the stakes are clear: survival, truth, and the hope for liberation.
Beck's prose balances action with introspection. Readers feel Emmeline's internal conflict as she grapples with her mother's disappearance and the impossible choice between safety and freedom. The narrative arc is well-structured, delivering suspenseful twists that keep you turning pages-and ears-toward the next revelation. Even for those new to Beck's work, this audiobook offers an accessible entry point into a complex dystopian saga.
In summary, Agenda 21: Into the Shadows delivers on its promise of an exhilarating adventure while exploring deeper themes of autonomy and resistance. The audiobook experience is heightened by engaging narration that brings every compound corridor, every tense encounter with Authority enforcers, and every moment of Emmeline's resolve to life. Whether you're a fan of high-stakes thrillers or simply looking for a compelling story that keeps you on the edge of your seat, this book-especially in audio form-is well worth your time.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience