Book description
A Power Unbound Review
Freya Marske delivers a spectacular finale that perfectly balances epic fantasy stakes with intimate character development. This conclusion to The Last Binding trilogy manages to be both wildly imaginative and emotionally grounded.
The audiobook format really shines here, especially during the magical sequences and romantic tension between Jack and Alan. Marske's prose translates beautifully to voice performance, making the complex magical systems feel accessible without dumbing them down.
What sets this apart from typical fantasy fare is how Marske weaves together multiple plot threads without losing momentum. The magical London townhouse serves as a clever narrative device, literally trapping characters together while they race against time. Meanwhile, the ancestral estate of Cheetham Hall becomes almost a character itself, complete with its own personality and agenda.
The relationship between Jack and Alan provides genuine emotional weight to what could have been standard enemies-to-lovers plotting. Their chemistry crackles through the audio narration, making their growing attraction feel earned rather than rushed. Jack's aristocratic background creates real conflict with Alan's working-class thief persona, adding layers beyond simple romantic tension.
Marske doesn't shy away from the costs of power, both magical and social. The final confrontation at Cheetham Hall delivers satisfying payoffs while subverting some genre expectations. Magic itself becomes a character undergoing fundamental change, which mirrors the personal transformations of the main cast.
The supporting ensemble gets meaningful moments too, preventing the story from becoming solely focused on the central romance. Each character brings something unique to the group dynamic, making their shared mission feel collaborative rather than one person's journey with backup.
As an audiobook, this works exceptionally well for commuters or anyone who enjoys immersive storytelling. The magical elements come alive through vocal performance in ways that enhance the written word. Perfect for fans of historical fantasy with queer representation and complex magic systems.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience