FALL; OR, DODGE IN HELL

Malcom Hillgartner narrates a vast and expansive epic spanning the modern day and reaching into a technological afterlife. After a routine procedure, Richard "Dodge" Forthrast is pronounced medically dead, and his brain is scanned and stored in the cloud. Once technology advances, his brain is turned back on; thus, the Bitworld is created--a digital heaven for humanity. Hillgartner maintains a steady narration as the story transitions from science fiction to a fantasy romp. A large cast brimming with colorful characters is easy to track, thanks to Hillgartner's consistent voicings. Furthermore, he mitigates some of the uneven elements of the story and keeps the narrative engaging throughout its sweeping duration. J.M.M. © AudioFile 2019, Portland, Maine [Published: AUGUST 2019]