Book description
Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir
Tamsyn Muir's debut novel crackles with the energy of a possessed tomb, delivering an audiobook experience that's equal parts gothic horror, space opera, and dark comedy. The moment you press play, you're thrust into a universe where necromancy and swordplay collide in the most deliciously unexpected ways.
Muir's prose dances between lyrical beauty and sharp wit, creating characters that feel lived-in and gloriously flawed. Gideon Nav emerges as a swordswoman for the ages - crude, competent, and utterly compelling. Her banter with Harrowhark Nonagesimus crackles with the tension of a long, complicated history that never quite lets you forget their shared past. These aren't your typical heroes; they're broken, brilliant, and bound together by something deeper than friendship or duty.
The world-building unfolds like layers of ancient burial wrappings, revealing mysteries that will leave you hungry for more. Each House feels distinct and dangerous, their necromantic specialties painting a galaxy that's both vast and claustrophobically intimate. Muir doesn't just tell you about this universe - she makes you feel the weight of bone magic, the chill of ancient halls, and the electric thrill of swords meeting in deadly combat.
What sets this audiobook apart is how it balances its grand cosmic stakes with deeply human (and undead) emotions. The relationship between Gideon and Harrow carries the weight of years, built through shared trauma and unspoken affection. Their dynamic drives every moment, making even the most outlandish plot twists feel emotionally authentic.
Muir's writing style proves that genre fiction can be both wildly entertaining and surprisingly profound. She tackles themes of loyalty, identity, and what it means to truly know someone, all while delivering necromantic battles that pulse with visceral energy. The dialogue snaps with intelligence and humor, never letting the gothic atmosphere become oppressive.
This isn't just a story about necromancers and cavaliers - it's about found family, the weight of destiny, and the ways we're shaped by those who raise us. The Ninth House becomes a character in its own right, filled with the ghosts of its past and the bones of its future.
Gideon the Ninth announces Tamsyn Muir as a bold new voice in speculative fiction, one who understands that the best stories are those that make you feel everything while making you think twice about what comes next.
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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