Countdown


Read by Maria Therese

(4.1 stars; 21 reviews)

Countdown takes listeners on a thrilling journey to the dawn of space exploration, where the first manned mission to Mars hangs in the balance. As the countdown to launch begins, two determined adversaries plot to sabotage the mission, threatening not only the crew but the future of interplanetary travel.

Set against the backdrop of the late 1950s, this young adult science fiction novel explores themes of ambition, rivalry, and the quest for knowledge. Written by Kurt Becker, S.J., a Catholic priest, the story reflects a unique perspective on the intersection of faith and science during a pivotal moment in history.

With its blend of adventure and moral inquiry, Countdown invites listeners to consider the implications of humanity's reach for the stars, making it a distinctive addition to the genre of young adult literature.

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01 - Twenty-five 8:39 Read by Maria Therese
02 - Twenty-four 5:42 Read by Maria Therese
03 - Twenty-three 8:58 Read by Maria Therese
04 - Twenty-two 7:25 Read by Maria Therese
05 - Twenty-one 9:47 Read by Maria Therese
06 - Twenty 2:44 Read by Maria Therese
07 - Nineteen 6:16 Read by Maria Therese
08 - Eighteen 10:28 Read by Maria Therese
09 - Seventeen 11:01 Read by Maria Therese
10 - Sixteen 7:50 Read by Maria Therese
11 - Fifteen 9:37 Read by Maria Therese
12 - Fourteen 9:37 Read by Maria Therese
13 - Thirteen 12:48 Read by Maria Therese
14 - Twelve 7:31 Read by Maria Therese
15 - Eleven 11:25 Read by Maria Therese
16 - Ten 5:44 Read by Maria Therese
17 - Nine 6:13 Read by Maria Therese
18 - Eight 12:37 Read by Maria Therese
19 - Seven 16:14 Read by Maria Therese
20 - Six 9:36 Read by Maria Therese
21 - Five 11:35 Read by Maria Therese
22 - Four 11:55 Read by Maria Therese
23 - Three 8:43 Read by Maria Therese
24 - Two 5:46 Read by Maria Therese
25 - One 7:13 Read by Maria Therese
26 - Zero 7:26 Read by Maria Therese

Reviews


(3.5 stars)

Overall pretty good listen. The reader may want to slow down a bit! !