Book description
Golden Gate - A High-Flying Audiobook Adventure
James Ponti's Golden Gate lifts the curtain on another thrilling chapter in his bestselling "City Spies" series, and the audiobook delivers every pulse-pounding moment with a crisp, engaging narration that feels as if you're right there beside the young agents. From the first word, the voicework captures the restless energy of fourteen-year-old Sydney-Bondi Beach surfer turned MI6 field operative-whose rebellious spirit is matched only by her razor-sharp sleight of hand and knack for breaking into places adults can't touch.
The plot whisks listeners from an eco-summit in Paris to a secret Scottish base, then across the Pacific to San Francisco's iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Ponti weaves a tale of double agents, rogue missions, and a shadowy mole lurking inside MI6 itself. The stakes are high: the City Spies must infiltrate the marine research vessel Sylvia Earle, while simultaneously uncovering the truth behind a dead spy at the Botanical Gardens. The tension is palpable, and the pacing keeps you on edge-perfect for fans of Spy School and Mrs. Smith's Spy School for Girls.
What sets this audiobook apart is its cast of vivid characters. Sydney's surf-tide swagger contrasts with her teammates' diverse talents-sleight of hand, observation, explosives-creating a dynamic ensemble that feels like a real team of spies rather than a caricature. The narrator brings each voice to life, making the dialogue feel authentic and the action scenes electric.
Beyond the spy thriller trappings, Golden Gate offers subtle nods to environmental themes (the eco-summit) and cultural diversity (Sydney's Australian background), enriching the narrative without detracting from its fast pace. The climax-an explosive showdown near the Golden Gate Bridge-delivers a satisfying payoff that feels earned.
In sum, James Ponti's Golden Gate is an audiobook that combines sharp plotting, charismatic characters, and high-stakes espionage into an engaging listening experience. If you love adventure novels for teens with plenty of twists, this series will keep you hooked from the first to the last word. The City Spies are back in action, and they're ready to show that age is no barrier when it comes to saving the world.
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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