Book description
Lucky Starr and the Oceans of Venus
The third installment in Asimov's Lucky Starr series plunges us into the mysterious depths of Venus, where danger lurks beneath an otherworldly beauty. What appears from afar as an "emerald green, fairyland bubble" reveals itself to be something far more complex and threatening.
Aphrodite, Venus's largest underwater city, represents humanity's remarkable achievement in establishing civilization on an alien world. Yet this marvel of human ingenuity faces an unprecedented crisis-one that strikes at the very minds of its inhabitants. The threat here isn't just external; it's psychological, preying on the colonists' thoughts in ways that challenge everything we know about human vulnerability in space.
Asimov, writing under the pseudonym Paul French, demonstrates his mastery of juvenile science fiction while never talking down to his readers. The oceanic setting provides a fresh backdrop for Lucky Starr's adventures, moving beyond the familiar terrestrial and Martian landscapes. There's something both captivating and unsettling about a civilization thriving beneath alien waters, and Asimov exploits this tension beautifully.
The professor-turned-prolific-author brings his characteristic scientific rigor to this underwater world. His background in biochemistry informs every aspect of the alien ecosystem, making the Venusian ocean feel authentic rather than fantastical. This isn't space opera in the traditional sense-it's hard science fiction dressed in adventure clothing.
What sets this apart from typical young adult fare is Asimov's refusal to simplify the scientific concepts. The "awesome force" threatening Aphrodite operates on principles that feel grounded in actual physics and biology, even as they venture into the realm of the unknown. The mind-preying menace isn't just a plot device; it's rooted in the kind of speculative science that made Asimov famous.
The audiobook format serves this particular story well, as the underwater setting lends itself to atmospheric sound design that can enhance the sense of isolation and danger lurking in Venus's depths. Asimov's clear, methodical prose translates beautifully to narration, allowing listeners to follow the scientific deductions that drive Lucky's investigations.
This isn't just another space adventure- it's a thoughtful exploration of humanity's place in the cosmos, wrapped in the excitement of a good mystery. Asimov once again proves why he stood alongside Heinlein and Clarke as one of science fiction's towering figures, creating stories that educate as much as they entertain.
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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
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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