Midworld

By: Alan Dean Foster

Narrated by: Eric Martin

A jungle planet must defend against exploitative aliens in this novel by the number one New York Times best-selling author of Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

From the rich imagination of science-fiction great Alan Dean Foster comes the story of Midworld, a Humanx Commonwealth planet that's equally fragile and hostile. Covered by a lush rainforest, Midworld is home to a primitive society that lives in harmony with the natural world. But the arrival of an exploitative human company, whose workers know nothing of Midworld's delicate ecosystem, sparks a conflict. Should Midworld's villagers aid the humans or stand against them?

The hero of Foster's addictive pause-resister, Born, decides to lead two humans across the perilous jungle. His choice propels Midworld toward annihilation - and leads him headlong into a battle for survival.

©1975 Alan Dean Foster (P)2019 Tantor

Excellent story

I remember when my late father brought me this book when I was a kid. Still a great story. The narrator was perfect for this book. Classic. Makes me think that some of the ideas for Pandora world building could have started here.

World building is amazing

The world building and description is absolutely amazing. The storyline itself is pretty simple, but well executed. Some of the scenes and vivid descriptions will give you goosebumps. Well worth a listen/read.

Fantastic World Building

This book is another fine example of a writer taking a concept of an alien world and fully fleshing out a functioning speculative ecosystem. Such fantastic world building on par with greats like Jack Vance and Hal Clement. The creatures and plants of the world put forth intertwine in such a way that it's as if the author was simply sighting an actual study of real life flora and fauna.

The story also progresses at a pace that seems appropriate and unrushed but not drawn out. The characters are memorable as is the overall plot and the fantastic twist of a conclusion only mildly hinted at through the story make this one a listen worthy science fiction book.

Unique and original story

ADF is my favorite author. His imagination is second to none. His writing is vivid and beautiful. He tells a compelling story without any wasted words.

Creative

I loved the creative imagination of Alan Dean foster midworld is one of my favorite books. Born is an excellent hero