The Uncaged Sky: My 804 Days in an Iranian Prison Audiobook
Iranian: The Uncaged Sky is Kylie Moore-Gilbert’s unabridged audiobook account of her 804 days imprisoned in Iran. Narrated by the author, it follows her incarceration, resistance and release, with a 14-hour listening length.
At a glance
- The account covers Moore-Gilbert’s imprisonment in Tehran’s Evin and Qarchak prisons, including solitary confinement, interrogation and efforts to resist.
- The narrative also describes covert connections with other prisoners and her release in a prisoner exchange.
Reference price: £15.28
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros
- The author narrates her own account, keeping the memoir in the voice of the person who experienced it.
- The unabridged version and 14-hour running time provide the full-length audiobook presentation.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 14 hours |
| Language | English |
| Publication date | 30 Mar. 2022 |
| Publisher | Wavesound from W. F. Howes Ltd |
| Author | Kylie Moore-Gilbert |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Kylie Moore-Gilbert |
What to know before buying
- The subject matter includes imprisonment, solitary confinement, interrogation and deprivation, which may not suit listeners seeking lighter material.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners interested in first-person memoirs about imprisonment, survival and international politics.
- Buyers who prefer an unabridged audiobook narrated by its author.
Less suited to
- Listeners looking for fiction, a short audiobook or lighter subject matter.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the story as gripping and moving, and praises the writing and Moore-Gilbert’s resilience. That response may appeal to listeners seeking a compelling first-person survival memoir, while the 14-hour unabridged format is a substantial commitment. Ratings are predominantly at the high end, though aggregate scores do not explain individual listeners’ reasons.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the story and writing style.
- Feedback highlights the account of resilience and survival.
Frequently asked questions
Who narrates The Uncaged Sky audiobook?
The listing names author Kylie Moore-Gilbert as the narrator.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 14 hours.
Is this edition abridged?
It is listed as unabridged.
What does the memoir cover?
It recounts Moore-Gilbert’s 804 days in Iranian prisons, her attempts to resist and her eventual release.
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