Audiobook Necessity (Thessaly, #3) by Jo Walton in the ListenBook app
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I just finished listening to Necessity on my earbuds and, wow, I'm still buzzing! Jo Walton has handed us a sequel that feels both like a grand crescendo and a cozy family gathering, and it's the kind of thing you can't help but feel like you're part of a secret club the moment the first words start flowing.
The story picks up after The Just City and The Philosopher Kings, so if you're a fan of the earlier books you're in for a treat. Walton kicks things off with this mind-bending premise: Pallas Athena created a city on an island in the eastern Mediterranean over sixty-five years ago, and she filled it with teachers and children from every era of human history. The goal? Build a society on the lofty ideals of Plato's Republic. That's already a fun, almost absurd mash-up of ancient myths and philosophical drama. And then there's Pytheas-human on the surface, but secretly Apollo in disguise. His dual identity adds a layer of mythic intrigue that's impossible to ignore.
Fast forward to a time when the city has splintered into five distinct cities, each chasing its own version of Athena's vision. Those five worlds, after decades of squabbling, finally put their differences aside. But their unity doesn't go unnoticed. Zeus, who's been watching from Olympus, decides that these cities can't stay tucked away in deep antiquity. He's determined to alter human history and, as a result, moves the entire island to a new planet called Plato-yes, a planet named after the great philosopher-and sets it orbiting its own distant sun. That's one of those wild, cosmic plot twists that you'll only see in a good science-fiction book.
What makes Necessity so compelling is how Walton stitches the epic with the intimate. The cities on Plato are thriving, trading with multiple alien species, and the sense of a bustling, intergalactic community is palpable. Yet the story also zooms in on the personal moment that sets everything into motion: Pytheas dies as a human, instantly becoming the full-blown Apollo, and at the same exact day, a human ship lands in orbit around Plato, coming straight from Earth. The dual arrival of a god and a spaceship on the same day? That's a headline that sticks.
The audio experience is another layer of magic. The narrator's voice is warm and clear, and Walton's prose flows like a conversation around a campfire. You can almost feel the weight of the ancient city's stones under your feet, the distant hum of alien marketplaces, and the electric excitement of gods walking in mortal shoes. The pacing keeps you glued-there are moments of gentle reflection on Plato's philosophical roots, and then sudden bursts of action that throw you right into the heart of the conflict.
I found myself humming along with the dialogue, especially when the different city leaders negotiate their roles on this new planet. Walton's dialogue is sharp and witty, and the cultural clash between the human and alien characters feels fresh and relevant. The mythological references aren't overdone; they're woven in like seasoning that elevates the flavor of the narrative without overpowering it.
All in all, Necessity is a triumph. It builds on the rich groundwork laid by Walton's earlier works while pushing the story into new, uncharted territory. Whether you're a longtime fan of The Just City or a newcomer curious about a mythic sci-fi blend, this audiobook delivers a satisfying, head-yankingly good ride. Trust me-grab your headphones, sit back, and let Jo Walton whisk you away to a world where gods, philosophers, and aliens coexist in one big, glorious chorus.
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