Book description
City of Smoke and Brimstone - A Thrilling, Heart-Pounding Adventure
Kayla Edwards' City of Smoke and Brimstone is a rollercoaster of intrigue, danger, and emotion that will keep you glued to the pages from the very first chapter. The story follows Loren Calla, who has spent the last six months fighting for survival in a world where reality itself is unraveling. With the Veil cracking open and bloodthirsty creatures pouring into Yveswich, Loren must decide what-or whom-she's willing to sacrifice for victory. Her struggle is made all the more compelling by the love she finds with a ruthless Darkslayer, who turns out to be both an ally and a potential threat.
Edwards masterfully balances action with character development. While Loren wrestles with her own moral compass, Darien Cassel's plight underground adds another layer of tension. His Sight is blocked by darkness, but he refuses to give up-an inspiring reminder that hope can persist even in the bleakest circumstances. Roman Devlin's romantic subplot offers a contrasting lightness; his stolen heart and forbidden love with Shayla Cousens inject warmth into an otherwise grim narrative.
What sets this book apart is how it weaves these threads together. The stakes are global: dark forces threaten to devour their world, and the characters' decisions could either shape their future or destroy it entirely. Edwards' pacing keeps you on your toes-one moment you're following a high-speed chase through smoke-filled streets, the next you're reflecting on a character's inner turmoil.
The writing is clear and engaging, making complex plot twists easy to follow while still feeling fresh. The worldbuilding is rich; the city of Yveswich feels alive, its ominous atmosphere amplified by the looming threat of the Veil's collapse. Edwards' dialogue rings true, and her description of the creatures is vivid enough that you can almost taste the fear.
For readers who love a mix of fantasy, romance, and action, City of Smoke and Brimstone delivers on all fronts. It's an exciting fourth installment in the House of Devils series that promises to leave fans eager for what comes next. Whether you're drawn in by Loren's fierce determination or Roman's tender longing, this book offers something for everyone-an adventure that is as emotionally resonant as it is thrilling.
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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