Book description
The audiobook crackles with a tension that lingers long after the final whisper. Navessa Allen's Caught Up: Into Darkness isn't just a story-it's a slow, deliberate descent into a shadowed world where desire twists into something dangerous, and the line between predator and prey dissolves in the neon haze of a play club. You don't just hear Junior Trocci's obsession; you feel it coil around your throat as the narrator's voice-low, deliberate, laced with a predator's calm-paints every stolen glance, every whispered threat. "I wanted this woman, and I was a man who always got what he wanted." It's not a boast. It's a promise, delivered like a knife sliding into velvet.
Lauren Marchetti's transformation from the shy girl Junior pushed away in high school into the striking, enigmatic woman posting scantily clad photos online? That's the hook, but the real horror is how the audiobook makes you inhabit Junior's perspective. You lean closer to the speaker, breath catching, as he watches her through digital eyes. His curiosity isn't innocent-it's a hunger that consumes. The narrator doesn't just tell you he's dangerous; they make you hear the cold certainty in his voice as he dismisses her past: "She is sweetness and laughter, whereas Junior exists in a world of violence and depravity." You feel the weight of his world, the suffocating reality of a man who believes he's already lost his soul.
And Lauren? Her intrigue isn't just about the mystery man at the club. It's the terrifying pull of a darkness she didn't know she craved. The audiobook masterfully layers her vulnerability with the thrill of being seen-not as the girl she was, but as the woman she's become. The online messages crackle with a tension that feels almost supernatural in its intimacy: "He's ruthless; a walking red flag. Good thing red is my favorite color." The narrator delivers that line with a smirk, making you shiver. Is it her defiance? Or his terrifying, inevitable claim?
What elevates this beyond a standard dark romance is the atmosphere. The audiobook doesn't just describe the play club; it breathes in the shadows of its corners, the echo of bass in the walls, the way Lauren's laughter sounds too bright against Junior's silent, watchful presence. You hear the silence between his thoughts, the slow, deliberate way he plans his next move, making the distance between them feel like a physical thing you can almost touch. It's psychological horror disguised as seduction-where the real monster isn't a ghost, but the terrifying allure of being utterly consumed.
By the end, the question isn't just "Who will seduce who?" It's who remains unscathed when desire becomes a cage. The narrator's final whispers linger like smoke, leaving you unsettled, wondering if the real darkness was never in the club, but in the heart of the one who watched. This isn't a book you listen to-it's a spell you step into, and you won't want to wake up.
Snake Eyes
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Howitzer Rise
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Ladysmith
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2nd Hand Joe
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a high-quality playback experience sets it apart from other apps. Quick access to chapters is so handy. Navigating through content is a breeze. CUE playlist support is a fantastic addition. It helps me organize my audiobooks effortlessly.
ThoughtTrail
The extensive audiobook collection for children is a blessing for my little ones. With ListenBook, I've unlocked a world of educational and entertaining content right at my fingertips. Thanks to ListenBook, I've rediscovered the joy of exploring my favorite content on multiple devices. ListenBook's versatile controls and playback options have made my study sessions more productive and enjoyable.
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Easy Mac
I used to struggle to find time for books โ now, I listen while doing chores! This app's sleek design and effortless navigation have made my audiobook journey a true delight. Listening stats feature keeps me on track with my audiobook goals. Love it! This audiobook spoiled me for others! The narrator's professional delivery set a high bar - perfect diction, ideal pacing, and emotional authenticity. The recording quality was equally impressive with no distracting artifacts. I finished it far too quickly because I couldn't stop listening.
Nickname Master
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42nd Street
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Shadow Bishop
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1st Degree
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Prof. Screw
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Petite Flurry
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Bleeker
No more straining my eyes โ this app lets me 'read' with my ears! ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is fascinating. I can alter the reader's voice to match my moodโwhat a creative addition!
Teeder
User-friendly brilliance! This app's functionality enhances my audiobook experience. Efficiency and ease combined โ this app is a must-have for book lovers.
Star Scratch
With this app, I can dive into captivating narratives while cooking, cleaning, or commuting โ pure magic! ๐๐ Exploring stories even with my eyes off the page โ this app is a bedtime dream! ๐ด๐ง Looping playback is a game-changer for my study sessions. I can focus on challenging content.
Kimono Goddess
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Lady Fantastic
With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual discovery and personal fulfillment. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a touch of elegance to my audiobook collection. I'm amazed by the attention to detail, from automatic metadata extraction to customizable settings. ListenBook has become my gateway to new worlds, allowing me to explore stories, ideas, and knowledge. A wonderful performance! The narrator captured the mood of the book perfectly, making it easy to visualize each scene. The audio quality was crisp, and the pacing kept me hooked from start to finish.
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Eye Candy Kitten
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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