Book description
Diadem from the Stars by Jo Clayton is a mesmerizing blend of science fiction and fantasy that grips you from the first chapter and refuses to let go. The story begins with a high-stakes heist among the stars-when the spider people's most powerful scientific artifact, the diadem, is stolen, an interstellar chase begins that spans galaxies and destinies.
At the heart of this audiobook is Aleytys, a fiercely independent and enigmatic young woman, daughter of a sky wanderer, and an outcast among the nomads who raised her. When the diadem crashes into her life-literally-and bonds with her skull, it becomes both a curse and a catalyst. The device, embedded with alien technology, rewires her nervous system, granting immense power she doesn't understand-and can't remove. Each moment she wears it makes her a target, hunted by the relentless spider race and coveted by factions across the galaxy.
Clayton's prose is richly textured and immersive. Her worldbuilding feels lived-in and authentic, from the windswept plains of Jaydugar to the shadowy corridors of alien politics. The audiobook format brings an added layer of intimacy-voices, tones, and subtle inflections enhance the emotional beats and alien landscapes, making the story feel immediate and vivid.
What sets this novel apart is its balance of action and introspection. Aleytys isn't just a pawn in a cosmic game-she's a thinker, a survivor, and slowly, a wielder of immense power. Her journey is as much about self-discovery as it is about survival.
Jo Clayton's own story-her passion for storytelling nurtured by her sisters, her spiritual journey, and her battle with illness-adds poignancy to the listening experience. You can feel the weight of her imagination and resilience in every scene. The fact that the final book in the series was completed by Kevin Andrew Murphy under the guidance of Katherine Kerr ensures that Clayton's vision lives on with care and respect.
For fans of intelligent sci-fi with a strong central character, Diadem from the Stars is a gem. It's a story that lingers-haunting, thrilling, and deeply human, even among the stars.
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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