A Wrinkle in Time
Time Quintet • Book 1
by Madeleine L'Engle
Narrated by Hope Davis, Ava DuVernay, Madeleine L'Engle, Charlotte Jones Voiklis
Why You'll Love This
L'Engle poured her own faith and stubbornness into this book after years of rejections — that personal investment still radiates from the page, making this childhood classic feel almost confessional.
- Great if you want: a timeless coming-of-age story with genuine cosmic stakes
- The experience: brisk and dreamlike — short enough to finish in a sitting, strange enough to stay with you
- Narration: L'Engle herself narrates alongside Hope Davis and Ava DuVernay — an unmatched lineup
- Skip if: you want hard sci-fi rigor over emotional metaphor
About This Book
Meg Murry feels like a misfit in every way, struggling with self-doubt while worrying about her missing scientist father. When mysterious beings arrive on a stormy night and introduce the concept of tessering through space and time, Meg embarks on an extraordinary journey alongside her precocious younger brother Charles Wallace and classmate Calvin O'Keefe. Their quest to rescue her father takes them across the universe to confront a malevolent force that threatens to consume entire worlds with darkness and conformity.
Hope Davis delivers a nuanced performance that captures both Meg's adolescent vulnerability and growing strength, while Ava DuVernay's contribution adds contemporary resonance to this timeless tale. The inclusion of Madeleine L'Engle's own voice creates an intimate connection between author and audience that enhances the story's deeply personal themes. The audio format particularly suits L'Engle's blend of complex scientific concepts and emotional storytelling, allowing listeners to fully immerse themselves in the cosmic scope and tender family dynamics that have made this Newbery Medal winner a beloved classic for generations.