Book description
Triptych Delivers Powerful Sci-Fi Storytelling
J.M. Frey's debut novel "Triptych" stands out as a compelling work of character-driven science fiction that tackles complex themes of love, loss, and acceptance. The audiobook format brings Frey's nuanced storytelling to life through skilled narration that captures the emotional depth of her three protagonists.
The story follows Kalp, a grieving widower who flees his dying world with only a half-finished toy for a child who will never be born. His path crosses with Gwen, a language expert secretly recruited to help integrate alien refugees into Earth society. Their relationship forms the emotional core of the narrative, supported by Basil, an engineer navigating his own complicated feelings for both characters.
Frey's background in dramatic literature shows in her careful attention to character development. Each protagonist faces distinct challenges that feel authentic and relatable despite the science fiction setting. The author weaves together themes of tolerance and belonging against a backdrop of social intolerance and personal grief.
The audiobook succeeds particularly well in conveying the emotional weight of Kalp's loss and Gwen's isolation. Voice acting effectively distinguishes between characters while maintaining the intimate tone that makes Frey's writing so engaging. The production quality supports rather than overshadows the narrative, allowing listeners to focus on the story's emotional journey.
"Triptych" earned recognition as one of Publisher's Weekly's Best Books of the Year and received Lambda Literary Award nominations, reflecting its literary merit. Frey's academic background in communications culture informs her exploration of how language and communication shape human relationships, both between species and within personal connections.
This audiobook appeals to listeners who appreciate thoughtful science fiction that prioritizes character development over action sequences. Frey demonstrates skill in creating believable relationships that transcend conventional boundaries, making "Triptych" a memorable listening experience.
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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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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.
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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