Book description
A Prayer for the Crown-Shy Review: Philosophical Sci-Fi at Its Finest
Becky Chambers delivers another thoughtful exploration of post-scarcity society through the continuing journey of Dex and Mosscap. This audiobook sequel maintains the gentle, contemplative tone that has made the Monk & Robot series so compelling while deepening the philosophical questions about human needs and societal fulfillment.
The narrative follows our unlikely duo as they transition from rural landscapes to urban environments on their home moon, seeking to understand what humanity truly requires when basic wants are already met. Chambers skillfully uses their travels between villages and cities to examine different community structures and social dynamics, making each location feel distinct and purposeful.
What sets this audiobook apart is how Chambers balances existential questioning with genuine warmth. The friendship between the Tea Monk and robot remains the emotional core, providing both humor and insight as they encounter new concepts and people. The author's background in writing optimistic science fiction shines through in her portrayal of a world where abundance has eliminated traditional conflict sources.
The audiobook format particularly benefits from Chambers' descriptive prose about the entropic nature of the universe, allowing listeners to fully absorb the philosophical weight of Mosscap's observations. The pacing allows for contemplation without becoming sluggish, maintaining narrative momentum while honoring the meditative quality inherent in both characters' natures.
Chambers continues to challenge readers with her central question: when people have what they want, does having more matter? This theme resonates throughout their urban explorations, suggesting that the answer becomes increasingly complex as societies evolve. The author handles these concepts with remarkable subtlety, avoiding preachy conclusions in favor of genuine curiosity about human nature.
A Prayer for the Crown-Shy succeeds as both sequel and standalone story, offering satisfying character development while advancing the series' larger themes. Chambers has created something rare in contemporary science fiction: an optimistic vision that feels earned rather than naive. This audiobook deserves attention from anyone seeking thoughtful, heartening fiction.
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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
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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