Book description
Juliet Marillier knows how to spin a tale that grabs you from the first note and doesn't let go - literally, since we're talking audiobook here. This third installment in the Warrior Bards series had me hitting replay just to catch all the delicious details.
Liobhan's got that perfect combo going - she's not just some delicate bard who happens to fight, she's genuinely badass with both her sword and her storytelling. When the prince goes missing and her brother Brocc stumbles into seriously dangerous territory with the Crow Folk, you know things are about to get complicated. Marillier doesn't do simple plots, and thank goodness for that.
What really works here is how the audio format brings the musical elements to life. You can almost hear the tension in the narration when characters are using their bardic powers, and that whole Crow Folk mystery? Chilling doesn't even cover it. The way everything connects - the missing prince, Brocc's trouble, the power-hungry scheming - it's like watching a master craftsperson finally reveal the full tapestry.
Having grown up with Celtic stories myself, I appreciated how Marillier's background shines through without ever feeling forced or academic. This isn't some dry historical recreation; it's living, breathing fantasy with real stakes. The family dynamics between Liobhan and Brocc add that extra emotional punch that makes you genuinely worried about what might happen to them.
If you've been following the series, this one delivers big time. If you're new to Marillier's world? Start here and then work backwards - you're welcome.
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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