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High Vaultage Review - A Delightfully Chaotic Steampunk Adventure
If you've ever wondered what would happen if Sherlock Holmes were thrust into a steampunk fever dream, High Vaultage has your answer-and it's brilliantly absurd. Chris Sugden delivers a rollicking sci-fi mystery that's equal parts satire, adventure, and laugh-out-loud comedy. Set in the wonderfully ridiculous Even Greater London of 1887, where the urban sprawl has swallowed most of southern England and the Isle of Wight (don't ask), this audiobook is a joyous romp through a world powered by sky-spanning electricity and ruled by eccentric engineers.
The story follows Archibald Fleet and Clara Entwhistle, the plucky duo behind the city's first private detective agency. Struggling to gain credibility in a city more interested in chaos than order, they're desperate for a case-preferably one that doesn't involve missing cats. When a kidnapping intersects with a series of impossible bank robberies, Fleet and Clara find themselves in way over their heads. What unfolds is a cleverly plotted mystery layered with humor, sharp social commentary, and a healthy dose of steampunk whimsy.
Listeners are treated to a narrative that's both nostalgic and fresh. Sugden's writing captures the spirit of Terry Pratchett and Ben Aaronovitch, blending the absurd with the heartfelt, and the fantastical with the familiar. The audiobook format really shines here, bringing the bustling, bizarre world of Even Greater London to life through vivid narration and dynamic pacing. You'll find yourself grinning at the witty dialogue, marveling at the imaginative worldbuilding, and racing through each chapter to uncover the truth behind the mayhem.
Reviewers have rightly praised High Vaultage for being "incredibly entertaining," "riotously imaginative," and "a wonderful escape from real life." It's a rare book that manages to be both a loving parody of its influences and a compelling story in its own right. Whether you're a fan of Discworld, Rivers of London, or just great storytelling, this one deserves a spot on your playlist.
Don't just take our word for it-dive into High Vaultage and discover why readers are calling it their favorite steampunk adventure. You won't regret it.
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Manly
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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