Review: Affairs of State by C.A. James, performed by Timothy Andrés Pabon

September 7, 2024
Posted by jrfrybmy

Audiobook cover for a political thriller titled "Affairs of State" by C.A. James. The background features a blue-tinted image of the White House, with some binary code (ones and zeros) faintly visible. The title "Affairs of State" is written in large, bold, yellow letters at the top. Below the title, in smaller white text, it says "A Political Thriller." At the bottom, the author's name, "C.A. James," is written in large, bold, white letters.

Affairs of State is a brand new, thrilling, fast-paced, and entertaining political thriller from rising author C.A. James and his award-winning narrator Timothy Andrés Pabon.

As a huge fan of legendary authors of the genre like Tom Clancy and Robert Ludlum, I found Affairs of State to be a gripping narrative experience that kept me entertained and interested long into the night.

The story pulled me in right away as it follows First Lady Elizabeth Caen as she discovers a shocking conspiracy involving the President of the United States. With little evidence to back her claims, she faces the most impossible task of revealing the dark truth to the world. Her only friend in this dangerous mission is Owen, a Silicon Valley computer guru who leads a secret double life as a hacker.

But, as always with stories like these, it seems that the two of them have bitten off more than they can chew, so their lives are now in peril as they are hunted by unknown actors. The technical terms related to hacking add an extra layer of authenticity and immersion, making the cutthroat world of powerful politicians and corrupt individuals both terrifying and fascinating.

With over 500 audiobooks to his name, seven Earphone Awards, and as a nominee for both the prestigious Audie and SOVAS Awards, actor and bilingual narrator Timothy Andrés Pabon is the perfect choice for this audio production! He has been seen on House of Cards as Mark, a White House press correspondent, so I guess that he felt right at home recording this story.

His narration is outstanding, balanced, and pitch-perfect. He reads, he acts, and he infuses the story with emotion and urgency.

For anyone who enjoys political thrillers, Affairs of State is not to be missed. The plot is intriguing, the characters are well-developed, and the action moves at a perfect pace. If you’re looking for a captivating story that will keep you on the edge of your seat, this audiobook is a great choice.

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