Book description
If you've ever loved Shadowhunters, you're already halfway to falling for Chain of Gold. This isn't just a new book-it's a full-throttle return to the world we adore, wrapped in the velvet darkness of Edwardian London. And honestly? The audiobook makes it feel like you're walking those gaslit streets yourself.
Cassandra Clare's storytelling has always been a masterclass in blending heart-pounding action with deep, messy relationships. Here, she gives us James Herondale-a young Shadowhunter raised in peace, now chasing a love he thinks is perfect-and Cordelia Carstairs, who's fighting to save her family while hiding her own heart. Their tension? Electric. You'll feel every beat of their secret glances, the way their voices crack when they almost say the words they can't.
What makes the audiobook unforgettable is the voice of narrator Lucy Scott. She doesn't just read-she lives this world. Her James has that quiet, hopeful intensity, while Cordelia's voice carries that fierce, determined edge. And the settings? She makes the foggy Thames feel thick enough to touch, the ballrooms shimmer with candlelight, and the shadows move. You'll find yourself leaning in when the Blackthorn family arrives-suddenly, the peace shatters like glass.
Clare also delivers on everything fans crave:
- Gorgeous, layered romance (no insta-love here-this is slow-burn, real tension)
- Family drama that feels raw and true (the Herondales are still healing, the Carstairs are crumbling)
- A mystery that grips you (that "plague" isn't just a plot device-it's the key to everything)
And the twist? It's not just shocking. It's the kind of moment that makes you pause the audiobook and whisper, "Wait. What?" You'll want to replay it, just to feel that shock all over again.
What I love most? Clare never lets the romance overshadow the stakes. This isn't just about two people falling-it's about what happens when the world you know crumbles. James and Cordelia aren't just fighting for love; they're fighting for the idea of heroism, and the cost of that is laid bare in the most gutting way.
If you've been waiting for Shadowhunters to feel new again, this is it. The audiobook version? It's the perfect way to sink into the story-no need to look up, just let the words pull you into the heart of London's hidden magic. Trust me: you'll be pressing "play" on the next book before you even finish this one.
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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