Book description
Devil Bones - An Audiobook Review
Kathy Reichs, a name that already rings with credibility in crime-fiction circles, delivers another pulse-pounding adventure in Devil Bones. The story takes us to the Southern town of Charlotte, North Carolina, where her beloved forensic anthropologist, Temperance Brennan, finds herself entangled in a web of ritualistic murder and community hysteria. From the very first page, the narrative feels like an audio rollercoaster: eerie, fast-paced, and drenched in suspense.
What makes this audiobook shine is not just Reichs' knack for weaving intricate forensic details into a gripping plot, but also the performance of the narrator-an engaging voice that brings every character to life. The sound design subtly underscores the ominous atmosphere: creaking floors during the cellar discovery, muffled whispers hinting at secret rituals, and a tense silence whenever Temperance confronts the town's paranoid mobs.
The story itself is a masterclass in mystery structure. A hidden cellar with a decapitated chicken and a teenage girl's skull sets a chilling tone. Then, a headless body of a boy found on a lakeshore throws a wrench into the timeline. Reichs leaves readers (and listeners) guessing: Did the bones belong to a single crime scene or two separate tragedies? Was the skull transported post-mortem, or was it the victim's final resting place? The town's preacher-turned-politician amplifies the stakes by rallying vigilantes who suspect Wiccans and devil worshippers-setting up an explosive clash between faith, fear, and science.
Temperance Brennan remains as sharp as ever. Her methodical approach to evidence juxtaposed with her human empathy keeps the story grounded amidst supernatural speculation. She navigates a community that is quick to judge but slow to listen, proving that justice often lies in the details rather than in sensational headlines.
The audiobook pacing works brilliantly. Long passages of forensic analysis are intercut with tense dialogue and atmospheric narration, preventing any lull in the narrative flow. Even as the plot thickens-introducing new suspects, uncovering hidden motives, and revealing a chilling motive tied to an ancient curse-the story never feels rushed or disjointed.
For those who love a good crime thriller but crave a hint of the occult, Devil Bones delivers on both fronts. Reichs' storytelling is tight and compelling, while the audio production enhances every twist and turn. This is one audiobook you'll want to listen to again-once for the plot, once for the sheer thrill of hearing it unfold in your ears.
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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