Audiobook False Value (Rivers of London, #8) by Ben Aaronovitch in the ListenBook app
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Book description
I've just finished the "Rivers of London" audiobook, False Value, and I can't help but feel like I've just stepped off the street into a whole new world. Let me tell you why this one is a must-listen.
First up, the premise is razor-sharp. Peter Grant, our charming but often clueless magical detective, is suddenly faced with the prospect of fatherhood. He's on the edge of a major life change, and the anxiety is palpable. But instead of staying put, he jumps head-first into a new gig at Terrence Skinner's cutting-edge start-up, the Serious Cybernetics Company. That's a lot of jargon, but the book does a great job of making it feel real-old-school Silicon Valley meets London's cobblestones.
Skinner, a self-styled Silicon Valley tech genius, runs the company from Old Street's iconic "silicon roundabout." The vibe is buzzing with geeks, developers, and the kind of people who know how to code a better future. For Peter, who's used to dealing with more traditional magical mishaps, this tech-heavy environment feels like a whole new puzzle. And that's exactly what makes the audiobook so engaging: you get to hear the clash of worlds-mystic and mechanical-through Peter's eyes.
The plot thickens when Skinner reveals a secret buried deep in the company's foundation. The technology they're building traces back to Ada Lovelace and Charles Babbage, but it also points toward the very future of artificial intelligence. The twist? It's as magical as it is technological, and it's dangerously out of hand. The narrator nails the tension, giving us a clear sense of how this ancient code is threatening to disrupt the modern world. You can feel the stakes rising with every word.
Another great element is how the audiobook delivers Peter's inner voice. The narrator brings out his mix of panic and enthusiasm, making it easy to feel his excitement about fatherhood and his dread of the unknown. The voice of the narrator balances the quirky humor of the city's supernatural side with the sharp edge of Silicon Valley's competitive edge. It's this duality that keeps you turning the page-or rather, turning the track.
The setting is as much a character as the people. The description of the "silicon roundabout" and Old Street's tech scene feels vivid and alive, transporting you right into the bustling heart of London's newest frontier. You can almost hear the clatter of keyboards and the hum of servers, juxtaposed against the faint whispers of old magic that run through the city's veins.
Ben Aaronovitch's style remains consistent with his other books: witty, fast-paced, and grounded in a deep love of London. The audiobook captures this effortlessly. The pacing keeps the narrative moving, while the subtle humor lightens the heavier moments of political intrigue and magical danger.
If you're a fan of urban fantasy that doesn't shy away from tech-savvy twists, or if you're just looking for an engaging, character-driven story, False Value is the perfect pick. The audiobook format delivers a dynamic listening experience, with clear diction and a lively tone that makes the stakes feel real. It's a story that makes you think about the future of our city, while still keeping your heart racing with Peter Grant's latest adventure.
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