Book description
When I first heard the line "a villain's office meets the Office," I didn't know whether I'd get a funny corporate drama or a full-blown fantasy. I did, however, know that I was in for a wild ride. The audiobook, Assistant to the Villain, pulls me in from the very first page with Evie Sage, the bright-eyed, level-headed assistant who lands a job at the heart of a kingdom's most notorious evil empire. Her voice, calm and matter-of-fact, gives me a solid anchor in the absurdity that follows.
The story begins as Evie's life takes a sharp turn: a family to support, a job offer from Rennedawn's infamous Villain, and a promise of "excellent benefits." I laugh when she says "notorious, high-ranking villain seeks loyal, level-headed assistant." That joke is the hook that lands me in the dungeon-filled office, where heads hang from the ceiling and eyeballs are oddly, unnervingly, on the menu. I can almost hear the faint hum of a dark power plant in the background as the narrator describes the setting in detail.
What makes this story feel fresh is how it balances romance, suspense, and comedy. Evie starts developing a "teeny crush" on the villain, a character who is both temperamental and undeniably hot. The tension between the office's mundane tasks and the looming threats of sabotage gives the narrative a dynamic pacing that keeps me glued. When the villain's work is being undermined, I'm on edge, wondering who's behind the chaos. The narrator's pacing mirrors this escalation, tightening the soundscape as the plot thickens.
The middle of the book is where the real charm shines. Evie's attempts to "resist drooling" over her boss are rendered with humor that feels like a dialogue between a quirky co-worker and a serious boss. I catch myself chuckling when the narrator narrates her internal monologue about "sabotaging" and "making them pay." The audio format allows for subtle inflections that highlight the absurdity of a villain who's still stuck in office politics-think "team-building exercises" with a touch of necromancy.
As the story moves toward its climax, I'm drawn into the stakes: a rotten kingdom, a villain's empire under threat, and a dangerous secret in the dungeon. The narrator keeps the tension alive, using pauses and emphasis to highlight the villain's rage and Evie's determination. When the final confrontation looms, the music swells, and I feel the full weight of the world that Maehrer has built.
I finish the audiobook with a mix of relief and anticipation. The ending leaves room for a sequel, and the narrator's delivery ensures that I'm already excited to hear more. The mix of fairy-tale tropes with a corporate twist, the engaging character dynamics, and the lively narration make Assistant to the Villain a standout. If you're looking for a story that's part romance, part mystery, and all humor, this audiobook is a must-listen.
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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