Arena

20th Anniversary Edition

By: Karen Hancock

Narrated by: Aimee Lilly

A Journey She Did Not Choose Will Change Her Life Forever

Transported surreptitiously to a terrifying alien world with limited resources and only a few cryptic words to guide her, Callie Hayes finds herself engulfed in a perilous battle for freedom—for her very life. After agreeing to participate in a routine psychology research experiment, she must unravel the mysteries shrouding her only route of escape or risk succumbing to the deadly deception of the Arena.

A mesmerizing journey through the treacherous terrain of a strange and terrifying world. A powerful allegory that will capture your imagination with its timelessness and aching familiarity.

©2022 Karen Hancock (P)2022 Oasis Audio

Critic reviews

“A classic in the making for the modern era, with appeal for fans of C.S. Lewis and Kathy Tyers, this is required for all collections.” — Library Journal

“A progression of faith by trial somewhat like Pilgrim’s Progress… [Hancock’s] theological argument, while certainly Christian, is quite subtle… She can take her place in the wave of fine science fiction coming from evangelical presses these days.” — Booklist

“The genuinely enthralling mix of adventure, romance, and vivid imagery fused with spiritual symbolism invites readers to lose themselves in Hancock’s imaginary world… engrossing and well-paced.” — Christianity Today

Long Time Favorite

I first read this book over 15 years ago and it immediately became a favorite. I've read it two other times as well, but this is the first time I've tried the audio version, and I'm so glad I did! It brought the story to life in a new way and reminded me how much I love this book. From the beginning it has helped me to understand my faith walk in a new way, and even this last time reading it gave me new insights. I highly recommend it!

Excellent, Engaging Plot

This is such a great story with a lot of action and many unexpected twists and turns!

An amazing read and adventure!

This has been one of my favorite books for probably 10 years! I have been waiting for it to become an audiobook for so long! You won’t be sorry you read this book!

Finally!!

I love karen’s books especially the Guardian King series. Have read them numerous times and would love to listen to them on audible! Please.

Great Christian book

Lots of Christian allegories. I enjoyed it and couldn’t stop it once I started. Lots of twists and turns.

Wonderful Tale and a Great Reminder

I first read this book in highschool, and had always checked every few years to see if it ever became and audio book.

It's a great tale of adventure, loyalty and romance with an imaginative sci-fi setting and an excellent reminder of walking as a Christ follower. Amazing, but with many hazards.

I started working at a school this year and recommended it to one of the highschool students. She read it in 2 days. That's when I checked again to see if there was an audio book. I was delighted to find this 20th anniversary edition!

Even better than reading it 20 years ago!

I have remembered this book for 20 years since reading it when I was in college. It was so fun to listen to it - I didn't really remember a ton, just some main things (and the ending) so it was fun to be surprised again. It just sticks with you. Such a good story!

Captivating and intriguing

I read this book many years ago and loved it then. I was delighted to find it as an audio book. I thought the characters and story line were well developed and it easily kept my attention. I didn’t want the story to end. I hope to find more books by Karen.

loved it as a kid and loved it now

I absolutely loved the book as a kid and was disappointed that it has never been put into audiology format. imagine my delight when I found it just before a long trip to Colorado, my wife loves it just as much as I do now.

Loved it

It was amazing one of the. best books I've ever read highly recommend it .