Book description
# Broken Homes: Where Magic Meets Mayhem in Modern London
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ A supernatural crime thriller that keeps you guessing
Ben Aaronovitch has done it again - delivered another cracking installment in the Rivers of London series that perfectly balances urban fantasy with police procedural drama.
## What Makes This One Special?
The beauty of Aaronovitch's writing lies in his ability to make the mundane magical. Here, a mutilated body in Crawley isn't just another case - it's potentially connected to the Faceless Man's dark network. But don't expect straightforward supernatural detective work. Peter Grant finds himself juggling multiple bizarre cases that somehow all lead back to a housing estate in Elephant and Castle.
What sets this apart is how the author weaves together:
Classic crime investigation elements
Genuine London locations you can actually visit
Magic that feels grounded and logical
Characters who grow and change with each book
## The Audiobook Experience
Listening to Broken Homes feels like having a knowledgeable friend guide you through London's hidden corners. The narrator captures Peter's dry wit perfectly, making the technical magical explanations surprisingly engaging rather than tedious.
## Why It Works
Aaronovitch understands that the best supernatural fiction uses the fantastic to examine very real social issues. The housing estate subplot isn't just convenient plot machinery - it's a commentary on urban planning disasters that many listeners will recognize from their own experiences.
The pacing keeps you hooked, switching between intense action sequences and quieter character moments. Even when Grant is explaining magical theory, you never feel like you're being lectured.
Perfect for fans of Ben Reilly or anyone who enjoys their crime fiction with a touch of the impossible.
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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
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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