Book description
Jennifer Lynn Barnes has once again delivered a pulse-pounding page-turner that keeps readers glued to every twist, every hidden motive, and every sudden cliffhanger. "Glorious Rivals" is the perfect continuation of her wildly popular Inheritance Games saga, and this B&N Exclusive Edition only adds to its allure with an alternate jacket and a handful of deleted scenes that give us a deeper look into the characters we've come to love.
From the very first chapter, Barnes pulls you back into Hawthorne Island's shadowy corridors. The seven new players are not just competitors; they're complex, flawed individuals whose secrets ripple through every decision. The stakes are as high as ever-millions of dollars, intertwined hearts, and even lives hang in the balance. And yet it is the subtle, personal dramas that make the story resonate: friendships tested, rivalries forged, and the line between ally and adversary blurred.
What makes this sequel stand out is how Barnes layers mystery upon mystery without ever losing momentum. Each puzzle solved only opens up a new door, and each revelation feels earned. The pacing stays razor-sharp; you'll find yourself turning pages in bursts of adrenaline rather than languidly lingering on one scene. Even the added deleted scenes feel organic-they enrich backstories and give more texture to the already vivid world.
The B&N Exclusive edition's alternate cover offers a fresh visual hook, while the extra scenes provide an intimate peek behind the curtain-perfect for fans who crave everything between the printed lines. Whether you're following the recommended reading order or diving straight in, "Glorious Rivals" delivers on its promise: a gripping, heart-stopping adventure that will have you questioning every motive and anticipating every twist.
In short, Jennifer Lynn Barnes proves once again why she's at the top of her game. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves smart plotting, character depth, and a dash of high stakes suspense. Grab your copy-don't miss a single heartbeat in this thrilling new chapter of the Inheritance Games saga.
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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