Book description
Hey, gather 'round, folks, and let me tell you why Carl's Doomsday Scenario is the auditory roller-coaster you never knew you needed. I'm talking about Matt Dinniman's second instalment in the Dungeon Crawler Carl saga, and I'm all about that podcast-style hype because this book comes to life in audiobook form, which is pure gold.
First off, the narration is a riot. The voice - you can't miss it, it's bold, a little mischievous, and it never loses the beat even when Carl's pants go missing. (I swear I heard a faint rustle in the background when he's "still no pants.") The tone is playful, which pairs brilliantly with the story's grim-but-laughable setting. It keeps you humming, even as the city turns into a labyrinth of undead clowns and sky-falling prostitutes.
Now, let's dive into the plot. The training levels have ended, so the real madness begins. Carl and Princess Donut - a sweet name, by the way - are forced to grind through a city that used to thrive, now a grim, over-populated wasteland. The Over City is alive with a "murdered prostitute rain" that will leave you simultaneously creeped out and chuckling. The undead circus trawls the ruins, and an ancient spell's last piece is about to be revealed. It's a clever mash-up of D&D tropes and post-apocalyptic vibes, but Dinniman doesn't just throw us in the fray; he lets us feel the heat of every dice roll, each narrow escape, and each laugh-out-loud moment. He's a master of pacing, and the audiobook's dynamic delivery matches that perfectly.
The voice actor nails the comic timing-he shifts from the serious, hushed "over the city" moments to the absurdly bright "Carl still has no pants" moments with the same fluidity. You can hear the humor, the sarcasm, and the underlying dread all at once. It's a testament to the script that the narrator's delivery feels natural, never over-acting, and never under-acting. Even when the narration starts to get dark, the comedic edges keep the listening experience from turning into a horror-show nightmare.
And you know what? The audiobook's length and pacing fit the modern binge-listening habits. Each chapter is crisp, and you can pause, take a breath, or just let it roll on, depending on your mood. I found myself laughing at the same place twice in a row-because why not? The story's humor is sharp, and the absurdity is a breath of fresh air compared to typical grim-dark tropes.
In short, if you've got a penchant for fantasy, a love for comedic twists, and a taste for post-apocalyptic chaos, this audiobook is your ticket. Grab your headphones, let the narrator guide you through the Over City, and laugh as Carl's pants go missing and the undead circus makes a grand entrance. You won't regret it.
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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