Audiobook Medusa's Web by Tim Powers in the ListenBook app
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Book description
I just finished the audiobook version of Tim Powers' Medusa's Web, and I'm still rattling off the details like a man who's just discovered a secret portal to a 1920s Hollywood set that doubles as a haunted house. If you're on the fence about whether the 1920s can still be a source of supernatural shenanigans, this is your ticket.
The story starts with the Maddens-Scott and Madeline-waking up to the tragic news of Aunt Amity's suicide. They get summoned to Caveat, the sort of mansion that could have been the set for a B-movie, but it's more like a living nightmare. And you won't believe who's already there: Claimayne, who's locked in a wheelchair and practically the villain, and his sister Ariel, who's somehow in the same boat. If you thought a Hollywood hill mansion was the only thing that could be creepy, add in two relatives who are clearly not thrilled to see you again and you've got a recipe for dread.
Now, here's where the book turns into something truly out of this world: the Maddens have these strange eight-limbed spider-like images that let them mess with time. I'm not talking about a mild "I wish I had had a different coffee this morning." No, we're talking about slipping back into the era of Rudolph Valentino and other silent film icons, and maybe even looking ahead to the future. It's like a cosmic version of "Groundhog Day," but with more velvet rope and fewer pigeons. And while the cousins think they know all about the spiders, they're actually oblivious to the real danger. The temptation of these spiders is strong enough to push Claimayne to the brink-like a bad addiction, but with more supernatural flair.
The narrator's voice is absolutely impeccable. It's as if your favorite audiobook narrator hopped off a Hollywood set and into a séance. He brings out the quirky quirks of each character: Claimayne's wheeled menace, Ariel's almost-deranged charm, Scott's yearning to return to a simpler life, and Madeline's gradual sinking into Caveat's grip. The pacing is spot-on. The humor is just enough to keep you from getting lost in the mystery, while the suspense builds like a great film noir plot.
What I found most delightful is how the book blends the "secret history" trope with real historical figures. We're walking through a world where silent film stars are not just stars; they're part of a larger web that connects the present to the past. You can hear the voice of history whispering through the mansion's cracked walls. The audio production even nails the 1920s vibe-soft jazz in the background, the clack of typewriters, the hiss of old film reels.
If you're a fan of fantasy, horror, or just good storytelling, this is an audiobook that will keep you on the edge of your seat while also making you laugh at the absurdity of the situations. Tim Powers doesn't just play with time; he invites you to experience it in a way that feels like you're part of a live theater, complete with the creaky floorboards of a haunted Hollywood mansion. It's a wild ride, and the narration pulls you in without ever pulling the rug out from under you.
So, if you're ready to let a bunch of spiders and a haunted house pull you into a bizarre web of time, pick up Medusa's Web. It's a thrilling, tongue-in-cheek adventure that's as entertaining as it is mind-bending, and the audiobook delivery makes it a treat for any listener who enjoys a good blend of horror, humor, and history.
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