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The Shoulders of Atlas: A Novel
By Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman
Length8h 36m
About this audiobook
When an unexpected inheritance falls into the laps of a hardworking but impoverished older couple, the sudden windfall brings paranoia rather than peace. Suspicions poison their quiet lives, and the burdensome secret of their wealth begins to crush their once-unshakable moral foundation. As the psychological pressure mounts, intertwined with a young girl's mysterious illness and a lingering town scandal, the facade of a peaceful village shatters. This gripping psychological drama masterfully dissects the corrupting influence of money on the human soul. The crushing weight of hidden truths ultimately forces a devastating reckoning.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller
Length8 hrs 36 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 8, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction (pt. 1)
4Introduction (pt. 4)
2Introduction (pt. 2)
5IMPRINT | DISCLAIMER
3Introduction (pt. 3)
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