Book description
Jim Butcher's Furies of Calderon arrives as a masterclass in immersive fantasy storytelling, perfectly realized for the audiobook format. The narrative thrusts listeners into the heart of Alera, a realm sustained by the intricate bonds between humans and elemental furies-earth, air, fire, water, wood, and metal. But the true magic lies not in the furies themselves, but in the protagonist, Tavi. At fifteen, he's the boy who cannot wield a single fury, a stark contrast to the world's expectations. His struggle isn't about grand magic; it's about the quiet, relentless power of courage and intellect when all else fails.
The audiobook format elevates this profoundly. Butcher's prose, already sharp and character-driven, gains a new dimension through skilled narration. You hear the tension in Tavi's voice as he navigates the harsh realities of the Calderon Valley, the palpable fear of the Marat horde's return, and the weight of being the only one who sees the path forward when others rely on elemental might. The narrator captures Tavi's internal resilience without melodrama, making his journey deeply personal and urgent. Action sequences-like skirmishes where raw ingenuity outshines fury-powered attacks-feel visceral and immediate through sound, the pacing tightening as the stakes rise.
What distinguishes this opening volume is its refusal to rely on clichΓ©s. Tavi's "power" isn't a hidden legacy or a magical gift; it's his unwavering mind and moral compass, forged in isolation. The world-building is seamless, woven into dialogue and consequence rather than exposition. Listeners experience the Aleran society's reliance on furies not as a textbook, but through the daily lives of characters who breathe its rules. The Marat horde, often a shadowy threat, becomes terrifyingly real through the lens of Tavi's vulnerability.
This audiobook isn't just a story; it's an invitation. It invites you to step into the shoes of an overlooked youth and witness how ordinary courage can reshape destiny. The narration avoids the trap of over-the-top heroism, grounding Tavi's triumphs in relatable humanity. You don't just hear the tale of a boy against the tide-you feel the grit of his resolve, the echo of his quiet defiance. For fans of fantasy seeking substance over spectacle, Furies of Calderon delivers a compelling, character-first epic where the most powerful force isn't elemental, but the human spirit. It's the kind of beginning that makes you immediately crave the next chapter, not just for the plot, but for the profound depth of its heart.
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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