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The Awakening Audiobook

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Read By: Cassandra Morris Publisher: HarperCollins Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 5.33 hours at 1.5x Speed 4.00 hours at 2.0x Speed Series: The Darkest Powers Series Release Date: April 2009 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9780061776267

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

44

Longest Chapter Length:

19:03 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

01:06 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

10:52 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

64

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Publisher Description

If you had met me a few weeks ago, you probably would have described me as an average teenage girl—someone normal. Now my life has changed forever and I'm as far away from normal as it gets. A living science experiment—not only can I see ghosts, but I was genetically altered by a sinister organization called the Edison Group. What does that mean? For starters, I'm a teenage necromancer whose powers are out of control; I raise the dead without even trying. Trust me, that is not a power you want to have. Ever.

Now I'm running for my life with three of my supernatural friends—a charming sorcerer, a cynical werewolf, and a disgruntled witch—and we have to find someone who can help us before the Edison Group finds us first. Or die trying.

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"This book was my favorite in the series, not only do you learn more about the supernatural world but you learn more about Chloe and her friends. Tori's personality is explained and altered little by little, Chloe and Simon become closer. But I think Derek went through the most character development and bonding (other than Chloe) in this book."

— Lexi (5 out of 5 stars)

Quotes

  • “Round two of Armstrong’s Darkest Powers trilogy continues, following the first-person exploits of teenage necromancer Chloe Saunders...As the characters and their relationships evolve, the story foreshadows intriguing potential plot developments. Top notch as always!”

    — RT Book Reviews
  • “A page-turner. Readers will anticipate the book to follow.”

    — VOYA
  • “Armstrong has some fun toying with supernatural teen thriller conventions, and the taut pacing should please fans of the exploding genre.”

    — Booklist
  • “Armstrong does an admirable job of walking the fine line between making things too easy for the group and putting unnecessary obstacles in their path…even surpasses its predecessor, The Summoning.”

    — School Library Journal
  • “Teens grappling with their own transformations and alienating individuality will certainly follow these characters to the book’s final pages and into the next volume.”

    — Kirkus Reviews

Awards

  • A New York Times bestseller
  • A #1 Publishers Weekly bestseller

The Awakening Listener Reviews

Overall Performance: 4.33333333333333 out of 54.33333333333333 out of 54.33333333333333 out of 54.33333333333333 out of 54.33333333333333 out of 5 (4.33)
5 Stars: 16
4 Stars: 9
3 Stars: 4
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Narration: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 (5.00)
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Story: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5 (3.00)
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  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5 Narration Rating: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Story Rating: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    — TuP, 12/12/2020
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I'm really starting to love this series. Although it can be slow at times it not boring. But like the first book, they leave you hanging wanting more! The writing is great and for a teen novel isnt at all preachy. And with all the other supernatural books other currently this one is very refreshing and different. "

    — Geli, 2/15/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I liked this book so much I read it in two days. It was so good I couldn't put it down. I just read all weekend. This book put me on the edge of my seat while I read it. I cannot wait to get the next/last book to the series, "The Reckoning" "

    — Sammy, 2/4/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " It was as good as the first part of the series - maybe even better! "

    — Shy, 1/21/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " The pace certainly picked up and the plot thickens. Liked the whole roadtrip and bonding going on between our four supernaturals. I'm just waiting for Chloe and Derek to get together ;-) Sure Simon sound adorable but wolfie is just more! "

    — Vibeke, 1/18/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " this is the other best book i have read "

    — Saga, 1/11/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " series review to come on my blog "

    — Terri, 1/7/2014
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " There's something unsatisfactory about this book that I can't quite put my finger on. It's lacking a certain je nais se quois. :) "

    — Bjørnar, 12/28/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Loved it!!! Finished in two days!!! Reading third one now!!! "

    — Hallie, 9/12/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Loved the entire trilogy as a young twelve year old. I'll probably re-read it and give it a proper review. "

    — Ika, 8/29/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I would give this book 3.5 stars. It is an interesting book but there are a lot of slower parts to the story. I will finish out the trilogy but I won't say it is a favorite of mine. I heard really good things about this author so I hope her other books are better. "

    — Holly, 4/27/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Once I started this book was unable to put it down I really enjoyed reading the trilogy "

    — Sherrie, 1/20/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Another lovely read from Kelley Armstrong... the 2nd book continues the 'adventure' of the young people with super natural powers... The characters are lovely and I am liking Derek more and more... so far there are not many answers but hopefully this will change in the final book. "

    — Ronda, 11/9/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Awesome sequal. Things just got a lot more difficult and dangerous for Chloe and her friends as they race to escape their captors. Action packed and always leaving you wondering what is going to happen. And I absolutely adore the werewolf boy! SO akward; I love him! "

    — Kimei, 10/21/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Interesting plot development, but slower than the first. I'll definitely be finishing the series, though. "

    — Becca, 10/9/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I have read a lot of paranormal and have to say that this series has creeped me out the most. "

    — Jill, 8/17/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This one was much better than 'The Summoning'. The characters have grown a bit, and that alone made it easier to get into. I just love Kelley's writing. She really knows how to suck you into a story. "

    — Lena, 6/15/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I like the twists in this one. I can't wait to read the next. "

    — Julianne, 6/5/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This story just keeps getting better. Great ghost story mixed with all kinds of crazy madness. You won't want to put it down. "

    — Nolena, 6/2/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " FABULOUS BOOK. I'm excited to start on the next! Thank goodness all three books are already out and I don't have to wait for forever. "

    — Chesra, 4/15/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " The "scary" zombie bat part made me laugh, but I liked Chloe and Derek's solitary travel/getting to know each other section. "

    — Jessica, 3/2/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Okay, so this series just keeps getting better! Seriously this book is better than the first one! A great, fun, exciting, action filled series! Take a minute to check it out! Now I'm off to read the next book because I MUST know what is about to happen....RIGHT NOW!! "

    — Shelly, 11/19/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This book basically introduced me to the idea of raising the dead, and started me fascination with zombies in reading. Definitely a good book "

    — Amanda, 5/20/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " it was a gub book, i like all the sci fi,mystery, ghosty supernatural stuff, so for me it wass my type of book. wish i could raise the dead!(jk) "

    — Inaara, 5/19/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " little boring.. but story much better than before.. "

    — Chriestie, 5/12/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Want to know my review? Just read what I wrote for 'The Reckoning' =D "

    — Dana, 5/7/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This book was as awesome as the first one, even better! I LOOOOOOOOVE this series SO much, it's awesome. I'm starting the next book right now, and I read a little bit in between, and she rejects simon D: NOOOOOOO.Anyways, I LOVED this book, so go read it. "

    — Christina, 5/2/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Loved it as much as the first. "

    — Cindy, 5/2/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Amazing i love all of Kely Armstorngs teen books :) "

    — Jordan, 5/1/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This is really my favorite book! I love this entire series!! "

    — Hayden, 4/29/2011

About Kelley Armstrong

Kelley Armstrong is the author of young adult fiction, paranormal romance, urban fantasy, and mysteries in stand-alone novels and over fifteen series. Frostbitten, The Gathering, and No Humans Involved were New York Times bestsellers. She believes experience is the best teacher, though she has been told this shouldn’t apply to writing her murder scenes. To craft her books, she has studied aikido, archery, and fencing. She sucks at all of them. She has also crawled through very shallow cave systems and climbed half a mountain before chickening out.

About Cassandra Morris

Cassandra Morris has received critical acclaim for her voice-over work from Publishers Weekly and AudioFile magazine, earning a dozen Earphones Awards and twice been a finalist for the prestigious Audie Award for best narration. Her voice has also been heard on television in commercial campaigns and numerous Nickelodeon and Disney products. She is the voice of many cartoon characters, including Leo and Luna in Yu-Gi-Oh, Carrie in Barbie: A Fairy Secret, Nathan in Pokémon, and Lola in Angelo Rules.