Alien: Covenant: A Novel Audiobook [Free Download by Trial]

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Rubin Ekwall
•November 2, 2023 at 11:46 am
The performer portraying the high-pitched female voices was absolutely terrible. It completely detracted from the narrative every single time.
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Lourie Nicotera
•October 29, 2023 at 6:17 pm
In my review of 'Alien: Covenant Origins', I mentioned that it deviated from the typical "Alien" formula of a relentless xenomorph hunting down crew members one by one. Well, 'Alien: Covenant' is the book that delivers exactly that! And don't worry, this isn't a spoiler. Fans of the Alien franchise know that there are certain plot elements that are expected, whether it's in the films, books, or comics. It's like saying a cookbook contains recipes - just a general summary. The story itself is excellent. While I haven't seen the movie yet, I'm definitely looking forward to it after experiencing the book. The characters are well-developed and feel authentic. They stay true to their roles until the horror unfolds, and then their reactions to the stress are just as you'd expect from an Alien story. We've seen this before in the films, even Ripley started as a scared "final girl" in the first movie before evolving into something more. These characters are relatable humans with hopes, dreams, and fears, but they also possess the determination to push forward and fight for survival, just like us. The narration has improved this time around. Tom Taylorson does a better job with the voices of the female characters, making the listening experience even more enjoyable. I must also commend Alan Dean Foster for his ability to vividly depict the environment. Science fiction and space exploration can sometimes be confusing, especially when different authors tackle them, but Foster, a master of his craft, effortlessly paints a picture that feels like it's transferred directly to my imagination. I've been a fan of Foster's works since 1980, so I'll definitely be picking up more of his books. And I'll certainly be listening to more audiobooks narrated by Tom Taylorson, as he's an excellent storyteller. For fans of the Alien Universe, I highly recommend this audiobook. It won't disappoint.
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Zona Schindewolf
•October 27, 2023 at 2:41 pm
There aren't many alterations taking place in this book compared to the film. To be honest, it's just the deleted scenes from the movie. Moreover, this book has a habit of stretching out the insignificant details that were not engaging.
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Hisako Tourtelotte
•October 17, 2023 at 2:37 pm
This audiobook really helps to clarify some aspects of the movies... but the explanations and descriptions were so unsettling that I made the choice not to complete it. As a fan of sci-fi and scary movies, I usually avoid horror, and in my opinion, this book crossed into the realm of horror. I used to reassure people that the Alien movies were frightening but purely fictional. While I don't believe this scenario could actually happen, I feel it's venturing too close to a twisted slasher story, which doesn't align with my preferences, especially considering the previous installments. Here's the thing... I was listening to the audiobook and started feeling a sense of dread. It eventually dawned on me that there was a correlation between my unsettling emotions and the book itself. That's when I asked myself, "Why are you subjecting yourself to this?" and decided to engage in something else. I had a similar experience with Shelley's Frankenstein – I also didn't finish reading that one. On the other hand, I thoroughly enjoyed Bram Stoker's Dracula because it offered a glimmer of hope and eventual triumph. Unfortunately, the Alien franchise seems to grow progressively darker and more devoid of hope with each installment. I believe I've reached my limit with them. I want to experience stories that leave me feeling uplifted, but this book only led me into a state of sadness.
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Adam Fennelly
•October 11, 2023 at 6:44 pm
I really enjoyed 'Alien: Covenant: A Novel' as a solid continuation of the story from Prometheus. It delves into the ongoing existence of the alien and raises the question of whether humanity will ever grasp the importance of letting certain secrets remain concealed and unknown.
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Shon Myers
•October 11, 2023 at 4:48 pm
I must confess, I decided to give this book a try after hearing Alex Jones rambling on about some crazy conspiracy theories involving a New World Order and this movie. I also have to admit that I can't fall asleep without his unhinged voice blaring from my iPad. The first half of the book was quite captivating, but things took a nosedive as soon as the Aliens made their appearance, much like my failed marriages one after another.
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Mora Carone
•October 11, 2023 at 8:48 am
It's the same old story, just with a change of scenery. The twist at the end is predictable and can be seen from a mile away. The narration was decent, but the plot feels outdated. I'll probably wait to watch the movie on Netflix instead of paying to see it. As a huge sci-fi fan, I try to watch everything, but I can practically get the same story from watching the original Aliens film.
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Corrin Korab
•September 25, 2023 at 4:41 am
In terms of the Alien series, this book is pretty solid. However, I had a tough time getting into it due to the performance. The way the narrator portrayed the female voice was irritating and difficult to overlook.
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Anonymous
•September 24, 2023 at 12:17 am
When you listen to this book, you gain a deeper understanding of each character and their allegiances. It becomes clear why the military avoids sending couples into combat.
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Brent Minium
•September 22, 2023 at 9:47 am
This audiobook of 'Alien: Covenant: A Novel' is an amazing blend of science fiction, suspense, and horror. The story is captivating and the narration is mostly excellent. However, I was disappointed with Tom Taylorson's performance whenever a character needed to yell. It was really strange! His voices for the synthetics Walter and David were perfect, and his pilot Tennessee had a great scratchy drawl. The different scientists, crew members, and soldiers all had distinct voices that suited their characters perfectly. Unfortunately, whenever a character had to yell (which happened quite often in this action-packed story), their voice would suddenly transform into a high-pitched muppet voice. It was really confusing! At first, I found it oddly amusing, but as the story progressed and the action intensified, it became extremely distracting. Tom, you're an incredibly talented narrator, but please work on your 'yelling voice'.
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Alien: Covenant: A Novel Audiobook [Free Download by Trial]

Alien: Covenant: A Novel by Alan Dean Foster

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