Audiobooks Like Endymion

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Victor Bevine narrates Endymion with a measured, philosophical calm that suits Dan Simmons's sprawling vision — the 23-hour runtime gives room for ideas about faith and technology to settle in alongside the chase sequences, and Bevine never rushes either. The pace rewards listeners who want their science fiction to carry genuine weight. Nearly every title here matches that epic scope, and all ten came in with exceptional ratings from listeners who wanted more of that same vastness.

10 audiobooks for fans of Endymion

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    Morning Star

    Red Rising • Book 3

    by Pierce Brown

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.81 ABR Score (468.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.55 Goodreads (414.3K) ★ 4.82 Audible (54.2K)
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    Darrow's revolution reaches its bloody crescendo as he leads the rebellion against Gold tyranny in this explosive finale that Tim Gerard Reynolds narrates with fierce intensity.

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    Golden Son

    Red Rising • Book 2

    by Pierce Brown

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.79 ABR Score (560.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.5 Goodreads (505.3K) ★ 4.81 Audible (55.5K)
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    Darrow continues his infiltration of Gold society while planning revolution from within the ruling class. Tim Gerard Reynolds captures the escalating political intrigue and brutal space battles with commanding intensity.

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    Tiamat's Wrath

    The Expanse • Book 8

    by James S.A. Corey

    Narrated by Jefferson Mays

    4.79 ABR Score (105.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.57 Goodreads (83.1K) ★ 4.88 Audible (21.9K)
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    Critical Mass

    Expeditionary Force • Book 10

    by Craig Alanson

    Narrated by R.C. Bray

    4.71 ABR Score (34.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.52 Goodreads (9.1K) ★ 4.89 Audible (25.3K)
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    R.C. Bray's deadpan delivery makes the chaos sing—he nails every comedic beat while keeping the existential stakes brutally real. If you've loved the series, this one escalates everything.

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    Fallout

    Expeditionary Force • Book 13

    by Craig Alanson

    Narrated by R.C. Bray

    4.69 ABR Score (26.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.52 Goodreads (7.2K) ★ 4.89 Audible (18.8K)
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    R.C. Bray returns with his beloved portrayal of Joe and Skippy, continuing the Expeditionary Force saga that has captivated millions of listeners.

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    Defiance of the Fall 2

    Defiance of the Fall • Book 2

    by TheFirstDefier, J.F. Brink

    Narrated by Pavi Proczko

    4.64 ABR Score (21.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.52 Goodreads (12.1K) ★ 4.84 Audible (9.6K)
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    Earth crumbles under invasion while Zac grows into a powerhouse, but becoming the world's strongest man makes him a target for every faction. Pavi Proczko's energetic narration matches the non-stop LitRPG action.

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    Brushfire

    Expeditionary Force • Book 11

    by Craig Alanson

    Narrated by R.C. Bray

    4.63 ABR Score (28.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.44 Goodreads (8.1K) ★ 4.84 Audible (20.7K)
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    R.C. Bray delivers peak form here, nailing the worn humor of soldiers adjusting to peace while everything still wants to kill them. A perfect blend of character depth and sci-fi action that justifies the eleven-book commitment.

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    Leviathan Wakes

    The Expanse • Book 1

    by James S. A. Corey

    Narrated by Jefferson Mays

    4.63 ABR Score (358.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.31 Goodreads (324.2K) ★ 4.75 Audible (33.8K)
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    Detective Miller and ice hauler Holden investigate a missing person case that uncovers a solar system-wide conspiracy threatening all of humanity. Mays handles the complex space opera with distinct voices for both protagonists as they navigate political tensions between Earth, Mars, and the Belt.

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    Persepolis Rising

    The Expanse • Book 7

    by James S.A. Corey

    Narrated by Jefferson Mays

    4.63 ABR Score (109.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.38 Goodreads (88.5K) ★ 4.78 Audible (20.6K)
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    Jefferson Mays continues his stellar Expanse narration as the aging Rocinante crew faces a new threat from Laconia's advanced alien technology.

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    Breakaway

    Expeditionary Force • Book 12

    by Craig Alanson

    Narrated by R.C. Bray

    4.61 ABR Score (20.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.48 Goodreads (7.8K) ★ 4.83 Audible (12.5K)
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    R.C. Bray's delivery of Joe Bishop and Skippy's banter is so sharp and perfectly timed that twelve books in, the humor still lands harder than the space battles. If you've made it this far in the series, Breakaway doubles down on what works: character chemistry that feels lived-in and dialogue that crackles with personality.

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