Book description
Fever - Lauren DeStefano (Audiobook Review)
Length: ~1,200 characters
The second book in DeStefano's dystopian trilogy, Fever, arrives as a special 15th-anniversary edition and the audiobook delivers the same pulse-pounding urgency that has made the series a New York Times bestseller. Narrated with an intensity that mirrors the story's stakes, the voice brings to life Rhine and Gabriel's desperate trek across a world that feels even more hostile than the one they escaped from.
From the very first chapter, you're pulled into the "sprayed edges" of this edition-metaphorically speaking-and the narration keeps the tension high. The duo's goal is simple yet perilous: reach Manhattan and find Rhine's twin brother, Rowan. But every step forward threatens capture-or worse. The soundscape captures the oppressive silence of a society where youth is cut short, making each moment feel precious.
What makes this audiobook shine is its pacing. The narrator balances rapid-fire dialogue with quieter, introspective moments that let you savor Rhine's internal conflict: Is freedom worth everything she's left behind? Her decision point is not just plot-driven; it feels like a turning of a page in the reader's own moral compass.
Fans of The Handmaid's Tale will recognize the dystopian texture and the sharp social commentary, while newcomers will find an accessible entry into a world where every breath counts. The special edition's fresh look is echoed in the audio-clean cuts, crisp pacing, and emotional resonance that lingers long after the final word.
In short, Fever as an audiobook delivers on its promise of relentless suspense and deep character exploration. It's a must-listen for anyone who loves YA dystopia with a human heart at its core.
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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