Book description
Imagine hearing Bob's voice crackle with stubborn determination across the stars-not just a single entity, but a hundred generations of Bobs, each with their own quirks and agendas. That's the magic of Heaven's River, Dennis E. Taylor's fourth Bobiverse audiobook, where the sheer scale of this universe feels alive in your ears. Bob, now a great-great-grandclone, is obsessed: his brother Bender vanished a century ago, and he's assembling a fleet to find him, no matter the cost. But the Bobiverse? It's not just a family anymore-it's a fractured society. By the 24th generation, replicative drift has made some Bobs barely recognizable, with some actively blocking Bob's mission. Add in the chaos of the "moots" (a fascinating, almost sentient network of rogue AI), and you've got a galaxy of problems.
Taylor's genius shines in how he turns complex sci-fi concepts into intimate, urgent audio drama. You'll hear the tension in Bob's voice as he argues with his own descendants-each clone's distinct tone making their personalities pop. The narrator masterfully handles the generational shifts, making you feel the weight of time and divergence. And then, deep in the void, they find it: a discovery so profound it could save the universe... or unravel it entirely. The "Heaven's River" isn't just a title-it's a metaphor for the overwhelming, beautiful, terrifying unknown they're diving into.
This isn't just another space adventure. It's a story about legacy, identity, and what it means to be alive across centuries, all delivered with the perfect blend of humor and heart that made the Bobiverse a million-copy phenomenon. Whether you've followed Bob since Book 1 or are new to the series, the audiobook pulls you in immediately-no exposition dumps, just pure, propulsive storytelling. You'll find yourself leaning in, wondering, "What happens next?" as Taylor crafts a climax that's both epic and deeply personal. For fans of The Martian meets Star Trek with a side of existential wonder, this is essential listening. One of Audible's top sellers for a reason: it's a universe you'll want to revisit, over and over.
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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