The Store audiobook by Bentley Little

As a 30-year-old woman, I often find solace in books. Sometimes, it’s the hum of a bustling café on a chilly morning or the solitude of my balcony on a dewy dawn that sets the stage for my literary adventures. With The Store, I found myself curled up on a comfy chair on a particularly rainy evening, coffee in hand.

From the get-go, Bentley Little’s portrayal of an insidious corporation, simply named The Store, intrigued me. There’s something hauntingly familiar about the concept, a reflection of today’s mega corporations perhaps? The setting in Arizona was particularly evocative for me, having vacationed there in my early twenties.

The protagonist’s journey resonated with me as well, reminding me of times when I felt small and powerless against larger entities in life, be it a corporation or societal expectations. The themes of consumerism, conformity, and the influence of mega-corporations in our daily lives really struck a chord.

David Stifel’s narration was apt for the tone of the book. His voice carried the weight of the story, drawing me further into the narrative. I recall, at one point, looking out of my window, watching the raindrops slide, contemplating the power dynamics present in our society, magnified and eerily depicted in The Store.

In all, The Store by Bentley Little was more than just a literature and fiction audiobook; it was a deep dive into a world that could very well mirror our own. An unsettling reflection, and a gripping tale that had me pondering long after the last word echoed in my ears.