Book description
Afterworlds - A Captivating Audiobook Journey
Scott Westerfeld's Afterworlds (the audiobook version) is a delightful blend of metafiction and suspense that keeps listeners hooked from the very first word. With his signature wit and world-building skill, Westerfeld invites us into the life of Darcy Patel, a young writer who trades her dorm room for the chaotic streets of New York City in pursuit of her dream novel.
What makes this audiobook truly special is how it layers two narratives: Darcy's real-world struggles and the thrilling story she spins inside her own book. The narrator-whose warm, slightly sarcastic tone perfectly mirrors Westerfeld's style-shifts effortlessly between these worlds, making each character feel alive and immediate. You'll find yourself laughing at Darcy's awkward first meetings with seasoned authors, feeling the tension of a terrorist attack in the "Afterworld," and rooting for Lizzie as she navigates love and danger.
Critics have called it a "masterful" novel-within-a-novel (Cory Doctorow), and that reputation lives up to life. The pacing is brisk; each chapter ends on a hook that compels you to keep listening. Dialogue feels authentic, and the inner monologues are rich with self-reflection, giving depth to characters who might otherwise feel flat.
The audiobook's production quality is top-notch: clear enunciation, subtle sound cues for tense moments, and no distracting background noise. Even on long commutes or during a quiet evening at home, you'll be transported into the world of Afterworlds without any jarring transitions.
If you're looking for an audiobook that offers more than just a story-one that explores the creative process, friendship, love, and survival-it's worth adding to your playlist. Scott Westerfeld has once again proven his mastery over narrative, and this recording brings that magic right into your ears.
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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