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The Dispatcher
- Narrated by: Zachary Quinto
- Length: 2 hrs and 18 mins
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The Dispatcher
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Publisher's Summary
Winner, 2017 APA Audie Awards - Original Work
Zachary Quinto - best known for his role as the Nimoy-approved Spock in the recent Star Trek reboot and the menacing, power-stealing serial killer, Sylar, in Heroes - brings his well-earned sci-fi credentials and simmering intensity to this audio-exclusive novella from master storyteller John Scalzi.
One day, not long from now, it becomes almost impossible to murder anyone - 999 times out of a thousand, anyone who is intentionally killed comes back. How? We don't know. But it changes everything: war, crime, daily life.
Tony Valdez is a Dispatcher - a licensed, bonded professional whose job is to humanely dispatch those whose circumstances put them in death's crosshairs, so they can have a second chance to avoid the reaper. But when a fellow Dispatcher and former friend is apparently kidnapped, Tony learns that there are some things that are worse than death and that some people are ready to do almost anything to avenge a supposed wrong.
It's a race against time for Valdez to find his friend before it's too late...before not even a Dispatcher can save him.
Critic Reviews
"The hero of this book is narrator Zachary Quinto, who makes a potentially confusing story simple and compelling. With a voice that sounds trained, he reaches right through the speakers and grabs listeners, making them want—no, need—to listen." (AudioFile)
"Quinto has a perfect hardboiled noir manner, which is exactly what you’d want for Valdez." (Locus Magazine)
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- James
- 03-11-2016
Very surprised by this one.
I downloaded this book because it was free. one of the best I've listened to.
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- Reece
- 02-11-2016
Interesting ideas in a quick read
A good listen and quite an original thought.
Have to love Zachary Quinto impersonations and emotions as he reads.
Felt like the story could have used a bit more meat, but as a short story it flows great.
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- Wide Eyes, Big Ears!
- 05-03-2022
Brilliant sci-fi / mystery short story!
Tony Valdez is a state-sanctioned dispatcher - he’s licensed to humanely kill people who would otherwise die of their injuries so that they can reappear unharmed in their beds at home. When a fellow dispatcher goes missing, Det. Langdon co-opts the reluctant Tony to help find him but as they delve into the murky depths of freelance dispatching, Tony may also be in danger. This fascinating sci-fi mystery is a masterclass in short-story writing: the plot was riveting but not rushed, the world-building interesting and comprehensive without being overbearing, and Langdon and Valdez were well-drawn believable characters. Actor Zachary Quinto narrates the audio superbly - his voice is so velvety!
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- Heather
- 06-04-2022
The Dispatcher
Story held me. Amusing. Loved Zachary Quinto’s narration. Would tell my friends about it. Wish there were more..
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- Anonymous User
- 13-04-2022
Scalzi does it again!!
Great story, kept me glued till the end, and Scalzi’s deft handling of science, spirituality, wit, and emotions served up a juicy treat!
The narrator Zachary Quinto did an excellent job, and his voice created a very likeable main character. All in all, 5 star Scalzi 😎😎😎
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- Anonymous User
- 08-06-2022
Best short story
Excellent story, narration by Zachary Quinto was first class.I hope to get more books by this Author.
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- Anonymous User
- 10-07-2022
Sydney
I loved this story. Nothing I would normally chose. Sci fi meets crime and mystery.
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- squizmum
- 04-12-2022
An Interesting Short Story.
Story with a difference. I liked this short interesting science fiction mystery. Well narrated.
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- Sports and Geek
- 27-12-2022
Superb in every way
A splendid novella and a stellar performance. Wow that went fast!!! Can’t wait for #2
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- Anna
- 25-04-2020
A Must Buy, Must Listen choice.
Brilliant rendering of a brilliant story. Writing a short story truly tests a skill set of any author - no matter what his/her previous success. Here is a master.
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