THE EXIT FACILITY

by Fiona Scott-Barrett

Narrated by: Konstantina Scott-Barrett Braoudaki

Production by: Fiona Scott-Barrett

Haunting Choices!

Elaine is a woman with a visual handicap who happens to be broke.  In Scotland, in the future, people may choose to exit their life with dignity, on their own terms.  That’s the way it is supposed to be in the near future anyway.  Elaine discovers things and people are not what they seem.  She first notices differences in the ID cards and then more questionable incidents.  Determined to set the record straight, Elaine must take on a corrupt state and others in the facility.

Fiona Scott-Barrett weaves a deadly story of mystery, lies, corruption, and more with a subject that is touchy, to say the least – choosing one’s permanent exit from life.  She takes her time building the story, creating and developing characters that enrich the storyline and enable the plot twists to work. Subtle clues and vivid imagery keep the listener engrossed.  One must wonder whether one would make the same choices if faced with a future like Elaine and how she chooses to provide for her daughter. 

 The narrator, Konstantina Scott-Barrett Braoudaki gives a remarkable performance complete with unique voices capturing the personality of each character.  Her energy is clear, she speaks flawlessly and with ease. This is my first-time hearing Braoudaki and I hope to hear my performances by her.

Overall, this is a gripping book that haunts the listener long after the end of the book. There were no issues with the production or quality of this audiobook.