Book description
Imagine hearing Cixin Liu's mind-blowing cosmic horror brought to life through sound. That's exactly what Jean-David Morvan's The Devourer delivers as an audiobook, a stunning tribute to the legendary sci-fi master. Forget dry recitations; this is pure, immersive storytelling where the narrative crackles with urgency.
Picture the Earth Protection Force, usually deflecting harmless asteroids, suddenly facing a chilling crystal message: "The Devourer approaches." The audio doesn't just tell you this-it makes you feel the dread as the voice of the narrator (a brilliant, calm yet tense performance) delivers that simple, terrifying phrase. You hear the sudden shift in the mission control chatter, the sharp intake of breath from the crew, the weight of that single sentence hanging in the silence before the storm hits.
The audiobook masterfully uses sound design to pull you into the terrifying scale of the threat. You don't just hear about the Devourer consuming planets-it's visceral. The narration captures its horrifying nature: "It gorging itself on inhabitants, plundering the land, stopping only when nothing living remains." The sound of a ship entering the solar system isn't just a line; it's a low, ominous thrum that builds dread in your bones, making Earth feel terrifyingly vulnerable.
What makes this adaptation shine audio-wise is how it respects Liu's core ideas while adding a new layer. The "crystal sent by a faraway alien intelligence" isn't just a plot point-it's a chilling sound in the audio landscape, a subtle, eerie resonance that underscores the vast, indifferent alien mind behind the threat. The pacing is perfect, matching the relentless, ticking-clock tension of humanity's desperate fight for survival. You feel the weight of "Earth's fate is sealed... unless humanity can fight-and win," not as a concept, but as a raw, immediate struggle echoing in your ears.
This isn't just a book read aloud; it's a full sensory experience. The narration's intensity, the strategic use of silence, and the evocative soundscapes make the cosmic horror feel terrifyingly real. If you love sci-fi that makes you look up at the stars with a new, unsettling awe, The Devourer as an audiobook is an absolute must-listen. It's the perfect way to feel the vast, terrifying beauty and urgency of Cixin Liu's universe, delivered straight to your ears with chilling precision. Don't just read it-let the story consume you.
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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