THE JANUARY DANCER

This production is a challenge to listen to with its foreign names, places, and technology. However, with Stephan Rudnicki's deep, lively voice masterfully delivering the narrative, the story comes alive and keeps the listener engaged throughout. The interwoven narrative brings together a wide cast of characters throughout the universe—all in pursuit of an ancient artifact discovered by Captain January and his crew on a distant planet. It’s believed to be a powerful tool, but figuring out how to use it is the problem. Rudnicki does well with the layered storytelling and carries listeners along as the narrative shifts from one character’s perspective to another. L.E. © AudioFile 2009, Portland, Maine [Published: MARCH 2009]