Book description
City of Fallen Angels - Audiobook Review
If you're already a fan of Cassandra Clare's Mortal Instruments series, the new audio edition of City of Fallen Angels is an instant treat that will have you listening to every page in a single sitting. The narration-delivered by a skilled voice actor who captures both the snarky wit and the tender vulnerability of Clary Fray-adds depth to Clare's world without ever slipping out of character. You can almost feel the New York streets, hear the rustle of angelic wings, and sense the tension that ripples between Downworlders and Shadowhunters.
The book itself is a perfect blend of romance, mystery, and high-stakes adventure. Clary's return to New York after the Mortal War feels both familiar and fresh; she's training as a Shadowhunter, dealing with her mother's wedding, and finally can call Jace her boyfriend-at least for now. But the plot quickly thickens when murders start targeting Shadowhunters, threatening to ignite a second war. The stakes climb faster than the plot twists: Clary must confront her own dark past and the possibility that she herself is the catalyst behind this chaos.
What makes the audiobook shine is how seamlessly it weaves these elements together. The narrator's pacing keeps you on edge during action scenes while softening the emotional beats, ensuring that the relationship dynamics-especially between Clary and Jace-feel authentic and compelling. The added bonus content (a new foreword, map, and exclusive insights) enriches the listening experience, offering context without breaking immersion.
Fans of The Mortal Instruments will appreciate the continuity and character growth; newcomers can still follow along thanks to clear exposition and engaging dialogue. It's a thrilling, heartfelt listen that reaffirms why Clare's books have become a staple for young adult fantasy lovers worldwide.
In short: City of Fallen Angels in audio form is a must-listen. Whether you're on the subway or winding down at home, let the voice guide you through a world of fallen angels, hidden wars, and love that tests every boundary.
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MeeP
This app has turned my screen time into valuable learning opportunities. This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
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