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Seascraper Audiobook by Benjamin Wood — A Haunting Tale of Dreams, Duty & the Sea

Imagine scraping shrimp from a fog‑filled beach in 1960s coastal England, day after day, wondering if anything more is possible.

Seascraper follows Thomas Flett, a young man bound by class and family, dreaming of music and a life beyond the tide. When a mysterious American film‑maker appears, promising escape and inspiration, Thomas faces a choice: stay safe in routine… or risk everything for possibility.

In this episode, we explore:

• the vivid world of Longferry—salt air, horse‑drawn carts, and generations of shrimpers

• Thomas’s quiet longing for art and love, and the cost of daring to dream

• the delicate tension of a friendship that promises freedom, but might also break him

The narration—the author’s own voice—makes every detail feel tender, real, and raw. This is literary fiction that moves like the sea: calm sometimes, but always shifting.

Let this one wash over you.
If you’d been whispering to yourself that no escape existed—maybe, just maybe, you’d been wrong.

📌 FAQ – Seascraper by Benjamin Wood

What makes this story unique?
It's a lyrical coming-of-age novella set over just a few tidal days. It blends pastoral life with subtle psychological tension, and ends on an emotional twist that redefines everything you thought you knew.

Who is Thomas Flett?
A shy, diligent shrimp-gatherer ("shanker") who lives with his young mother. Under the weight of tradition and expectation, he nurses a private dream: music.

Who is the stranger?
Edgar Acheson, a charismatic American filmmaker with plans for the beach—plans that might change Thomas’s life forever.

Is it more literary or plot-driven?
Lyrical and atmospheric, with emotional undercurrents. The plot is sparse and meditative, but there's an undeniable pull in the relationships and setting.

Is the narration worth it?
Yes—Benjamin Wood narrates his own story, adding gentle nuance and authenticity that deepens immersion.

What themes does it explore?
Dreams versus duty, class mobility, artistic yearning, intergenerational ties, and the uneasy hope of stepping beyond your world.

How long is the audiobook?
Approximately 5 hours and 22 minutes kobo.com+9play.google.com+9netgalley.co.uk+9netgalley.co.ukalifeinbooks.co.uk+3thetimes.co.uk+3netgalley.co.uk+3netgalley.com+3amazon.co.uk+3books.apple.com+3.

Is it standalone?
Yes, it’s a standalone novella—not part of a series.

What kind of listener will enjoy it?
Fans of quiet literary fiction with emotional depth. If you enjoy atmospheric storytelling with a thoughtful slow burn, this one’s for you.

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