Children's Audiobooks · Teen & Young Adult
The Android
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Early Evidence Profile
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When Marco runs into his old friend Erek he doesn't think too much of it. He's got more important things to do, like helping to save the world. But then Marco finds out Erek's been hanging with some of the kids at the Sharing, and he starts to think that something just a little weird is going on.So Marco, Jake, and Ax decide to morph and check old Erek out.
Just to see if he's been infested with a Yeerk. The good news is that Erek's not a human-Controller. The bad news is that Erek's not even human.
Evidence Confidence
Why this matters →- The book itself is well identified and supported across independent sources.
- We still have limited information tied to this exact recording or edition.
- We have recording-specific performance commentary or analyzed audio for this audiobook.
We have a useful picture of the audiobook, though some listening and edition-specific details are still becoming clearer.
Evidence Snapshot i
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Supporting sources 15
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Unique evidence records that remain after filtering and deduplication. The larger evidence-signal total shown below can be higher because one retained record may support several separate facts or observations.
Source groups 6
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Networks 14
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Supporting sources 2
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Performance evidence that can actually describe how this narrator sounds or performs this recording. Identity records, narrator biographies, sample links, and awards are useful context but do not count here on their own.
Supporting sources 4
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Sources tied to the audiobook recording itself, such as verified product or catalog records that help resolve narrator, runtime, format, release information, or stable recording identifiers.
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The most recent date this page’s saved evidence picture was refreshed and checked.
A larger evidence pool gives us more to work with, but volume alone does not make a conclusion stronger. Relevance and independence still matter.
What the Evidence Adds
Useful context the synopsis doesn’t cover — patterns that may help you decide whether this book is your kind of read or listen.
Character Focus
Character relationships and personal stakes appear to carry a meaningful share of the story.
Built from 193 retained source records across 2 independent discussions and 2 source networks.
Awards & Recognition
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Narrator Experience
How Ramón de Ocampo performs this particular recording.
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Performance summary
Expect the audio edition to present a Marco-led Animorphs adventure, but consult a sample if vocal style, character differentiation, or pacing is important to your choice.
This description is based on evidence specific to this recording.Performance at a glance
What the qualified evidence says about this narrationAudio observations reflect a short verified sample and are combined with recording-specific performance evidence.
What this means for your listen
Early performance evidence points this way: the steady or measured pace should feel easy to settle into; listeners who prefer brisk delivery may find it more deliberate. Clear or careful diction should make dialogue, names, and unfamiliar terms easier to follow over a longer listen.
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Evidence behind this section
Counts describe support for this narrator/recording, not a quality score.Why we describe the performance this way
We use evidence tied specifically to this recording. Repeated observations across independent sources carry more weight than isolated comments. Narrator background and career recognition can add useful context, but they do not determine how this performance is described.
Narrator recognition & background
- Ramón de Ocampo appears on at least 2 other verified audiobook editions in our catalog.
Career recognition belongs to the narrator; it is not automatically an award for this audiobook.
Audie narrator 2021 — Winner Audie narrator 2018 — WinnerView source groups 8 groups · 17 records
Is This Right for You?
You’ll probably enjoy this if…
- Animorphs fans following Marco, Jake, and Ax.
- Younger listeners who enjoy alien threats, secret missions, and identity mysteries.
- Readers who prefer a concise adventure premise with immediate stakes.
It might not be the best fit if…
- Listeners seeking a fully standalone story.
- Readers who need detailed information about narration or audio production before choosing.
Best listening context
- Continuing a series in order.
- A short science-fiction adventure session.
- Listening alongside familiarity with the Animorphs setup.
Our Take
The Android should appeal to younger science-fiction readers who enjoy secret missions, alien threats, and a familiar team confronting a surprising discovery. Its strongest supported appeal is the premise: Marco’s ordinary reunion quickly becomes a dangerous investigation. We can recommend the story territory with reasonable confidence, but there is not enough qualified evidence to make a detailed judgment about this particular recording’s delivery or overall audio performance.
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Runtime & Edition Details
- Format
- Audiobook
- ASIN
- B0868WGKKV
Before You Listen
- It is Animorphs #10, so prior knowledge will likely deepen the characters and ongoing conflict.
- The supplied profile cannot confirm the audiobook’s pacing, character voices, or production experience.
Why You Can Trust This Recommendation
- Identity and edition signals are checked separately
- Independent discussions and source networks are counted distinctly
- Narration claims require edition- or narrator-specific support
- Unsupported information is withheld instead of displayed as a zero score
193 evidence records remain in the research set behind this page after filtering and deduplication.
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FAQ
Is this a good starting point for the Animorphs series?
The Android is identified as Animorphs #10, so it is best approached with some familiarity with Marco, Jake, Ax, the Yeerks, and the group’s mission. New readers may understand the immediate mystery, but the wider situation will carry more weight for returning listeners.
What kind of science fiction does it offer?
This is a children’s science-fiction adventure built around alien infiltration, secret identities, morphing, and a group of young people trying to protect the world. The central mystery turns on whether Marco’s old friend Erek is human at all.
Is the audiobook performed by Ramón de Ocampo?
Yes. The selected audiobook edition is credited to Ramón de Ocampo and was published by Scholastic Audio in 2020.
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