THE ODYSSEY

This quirky, dark audiobook is a unique listening experience. Five years ago Ingrid left her old life to take a job on a cruise ship. Having been selected for a mentorship program, she essentially turned over control of her life to the ship's captain, Keith. He is a devotee of the wabi-sabi philosophy, which finds much to admire in imperfection. During discussions with Keith, listeners learn about Ingrid's struggles before and after boarding the ship. Narrator Charly Clive voices Ingrid's point of view in a stream-of-consciousness style with perfect pacing and a tone that matches the character's unapologetic attitude. While parts of this story are truly absurd and it isn't always clear what Ingrid is doing or why, Clive is engaging and creates believable supporting characters. K.S.M. © AudioFile 2022, Portland, Maine [Published: JUNE 2022]