Jonathan Morgan is a trans man who dreams of taking part in the 1920 Antarctic expedition led by his hero, James Australis Randall. Jonathan is grieving the loss of both of his older brothers in the war, and has traveled with their friend Harry, who has a position taking care of the dogs on the ship and helps Jonathan stow away. After he is discovered, Jonathan works hard to prove himself and finds life at sea difficult but rewarding. Unfortunately, the ship catches fire in the middle of the frozen sea and the crew must try to survive with the limited supplies they managed to save. They take shelter in some huts left by a previous expedition, but there’s a malevolent presence stalking them in the darkness.
VERDICT Scott Turner Schofield’s narration is very well done, and Wilkes (Where Things Fall from the Dark) thoughtfully examines grief, PTSD, and isolation, but the novel’s slow pace, large number of characters, and detailed information about the ship and the journey make this a better choice for listeners who enjoy historical novels with supernatural elements than for horror fans.
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