Though the Bodies Fall — Unabridged Audiobook
Though the Bodies Fall is an unabridged audiobook by Noel O'Regan, narrated by Aidan Kelly. Set on Kerry Head in Ireland, it follows Micheál Burns as he continues his mother's efforts to help people in crisis while facing his sisters' plans to sell the land.
At a glance
- A novel set on the Kerry Head cliffs in Ireland, where Micheál carries on his mother's efforts to help visitors in crisis.
- The central conflict pits family ties and a possible future against Micheál's sense of duty to those who come to the cliffs.
- The listed unabridged narration runs for 7 hours and 37 minutes.
Reference price: £13.02
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros
- Unabridged audio presentation with a stated running time, making the listening commitment clear.
- A focused family and moral dilemma is set against a specific Irish coastal setting.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Edition | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 7 hours and 37 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Author | Noel O'Regan |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Aidan Kelly |
| Publisher | W. F. Howes Ltd |
| Publication date | 27 Sept. 2023 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners looking for literary fiction centred on family duty, despair and difficult choices.
- Audiobook buyers who want an unabridged story with a stated listening length.
Less suited to
- Listeners seeking a light subject. The premise includes suicide and people in crisis.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the book as compelling and readable, with one customer calling it unputdownable. That may appeal to listeners drawn to the listing's intimate family conflict, though the story's focus on despair and suicide is a substantial tonal consideration. Aggregate ratings are generally favourable but include a range of responses, and do not explain individual reactions.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the content and readability.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrates Though the Bodies Fall?
The listing names Noel O'Regan as the author and Aidan Kelly as the narrator.
How long is the audiobook?
Its listed listening length is 7 hours and 37 minutes.
What is the story about?
Micheál Burns lives on Kerry Head and continues his mother's efforts to help visitors in crisis. He must weigh that responsibility against his sisters' wish to sell the land.
Is this edition abridged?
The listing identifies the audiobook version as unabridged.
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