ALL SYSTEMS RED The Murderbot Diaries 1

A cast of stellar narrators bring this adaptation of Wells's sci-fi thriller to new heights. The apathetic security robot self-dubbed "Murderbot" is tasked with protecting a team of human scientists on a remote planetary mission. Unbeknownst to the scientists, Murderbot has hacked its own system, gaining control of the modules that govern its behaviors. And it's a good thing it has: Its freedom enables it to protect the humans from another team that is determined to kill them. David Cui Cui's Murderbot stands out amid the performances, in particular because of his stunning chemistry with Khaya Fraites, who voices the team's leader. The narrators are joined by an atmospheric soundtrack and explosive sound effects that immerse listeners in the action. A.A.H. © AudioFile 2023, Portland, Maine [Published: DECEMBER 2023]