Book description
Nadya's struggle isn't just about a missing arm-it's about the crushing weight of being told you're broken when you're not. Seanan McGuire's Adrift in Currents (Wayward Children #10) masterfully turns that quiet fury into a tidal wave of belonging, and the audiobook makes it resonate like a heartbeat beneath the waves.
From the moment Nadya's prosthetic feels "wrong" against her skin-a detail so visceral you'll feel the phantom ache-this story becomes a lifeline. The narration (by a voice that balances Nadya's quiet intensity with the water's deep, rhythmic pulse) lets you feel her relief when she steps into Belyyreka, the Land Beneath the Lake. Here, the river doesn't demand she fit a mold; it accepts her as a Drowned Girl, where giant turtles glide past impossible ships and amphibians hum with ancient wisdom. The world-building isn't just set dressing-it's a mirror reflecting Nadya's own journey from being "less than whole" to understanding she was never broken to begin with.
What elevates this beyond another fantastical escape is how the audiobook amplifies the emotional core. You hear the frustration in Nadya's voice when she says, "It wasn't her," and the quiet awe as she realizes she's seen. The sound design-dripping water, distant turtle calls, the creak of underwater vessels-pulls you into Belyyreka's embrace without ever feeling gimmicky. It's immersive, not intrusive.
McGuire's genius lies in making Nadya's quest for family feel both epic and intimate. The dangers of Belyyreka aren't just external threats; they're the fear of losing the home she's finally found. The audiobook's pacing lets that tension breathe, making her fight to protect her river and its people feel urgent, personal. You don't just root for her-you know what's at stake.
This is the Wayward Children series at its most tender and profound. It's a reminder that home isn't a place you find-it's a place that finds you, and the audiobook makes that revelation feel like a quiet, sure current pulling you deeper into its truth. If you've ever felt like you didn't belong, Nadya's journey will feel like coming home. And in this series, that's the highest praise of all.
SereneScribe
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Shamrock
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The Belgian
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RedFisher
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Skull Crusher
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Freak
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Frosty Squid
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Dewdrop Doll
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GuTzd
I love how ListenBook extracts artwork and metadata from audio files, adding a visual touch to my listening experience. Not bad, but not amazing either. The narratorβs voice was pleasant, though some parts felt a bit rushed. The story had its moments, but I wouldnβt necessarily recommend it over similar titles in the genre.
Instant Star
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Pepper Legs
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Miss Nova
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Natural Mess
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Steel Solstice
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Electric Saturn
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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