Free Audiobook : Ball Lightning, by Cixin Liu

When a freak blast of ball lightning turns Chen’s life upside down as a teenager, he’s left with more than just scars. It’s a mystery that sinks its hooks into him, pulling him into a lifelong chase to unravel the secrets of this elusive, otherworldly phenomenon. From stormy peaks to shadowy military labs, his journey is anything but ordinary, blending obsession with a haunting need for answers.

Along the way, Chen crosses paths with a cast of characters who blur the lines between ally and adversary. There’s a sharp-edged army major with a dangerous fascination for weapons, and a physicist who’d rather chase truth than wrestle with its consequences. Their motives tangle with Chen’s own, creating a web of tension that hums beneath the surface, as science teeters on the edge of something wild and unknown.

Cixin Liu spins a tale that’s equal parts mind-bending and heart-pounding, set against a modern Chinese backdrop that feels both familiar and strange. This isn’t just a story about chasing lightning; it’s about what happens when curiosity collides with forces too big to control. Perfect for fans of hard sci-fi with a human pulse, "Ball Lightning" will keep you hooked through every twist of its electrifying audio journey.