Book description
# Fortress Frontier: When Bureaucracy Meets Battlefield Magic
Myke Cole's military background isn't just impressive-it's the secret sauce that makes this audiobook absolutely gripping.
## From Paper Pusher to Power Player
What happens when a desk-bound colonel suddenly develops reality-bending magical abilities? You get one of the most relatable fantasy protagonists ever written. Colonel Alan Bookbinder isn't your typical chosen one-he's a middle-aged bureaucrat who's more comfortable with paperwork than warfare. Until magic changes everything.
## Why This Audiobook Works
Cole's real-world experience in counterterrorism and federal law enforcement translates into:
- Authentic military detail that never feels like research
- Bureaucratic realism that makes the fantasy elements even more impactful
- Tactical thinking that keeps every battle scene grounded and believable
The premise is pure genius: what if the zombie apocalypse was real, but you were stuck leading the defense from a remote base with limited resources and questionable allies?
## The Magic of Reluctant Leadership
Bookbinder's journey from clueless bureaucrat to desperate commander feels earned, not manufactured. When your worst injury used to be a paper cut, leading soldiers against monsters requires a completely different skill set. The audiobook format really shines here-listening to Bookbinder's internal struggle between his old life and new reality is compelling stuff.
## Partnership Born from Necessity
The dynamic between Bookbinder and Oscar Britton (public enemy number one) creates fascinating tension. Sometimes your greatest threats become your only allies, and Cole explores this relationship with surprising depth.
Bottom line: If you enjoyed the first book, Fortress Frontier delivers bigger battles, higher stakes, and characters who feel like they could exist in the real world. The military authenticity alone makes this audiobook worth your time.
Perfect for fans of urban fantasy who appreciate their magic served with a side of tactical realism.
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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
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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