Book description
Sarah J. Maas delivers a masterclass in audiobook storytelling with House of Sky and Breath, the electrifying second chapter in the Crescent City saga. Rebecca Soler's narration is pure dynamism-her voice effortlessly shifts from Bryce Quinlan's sharp wit to Hunt Athalar's guarded intensity, making their fraught, simmering tension feel utterly real. You don't just hear their story; you feel the weight of their choices in your bones.
The magic here lies in the quiet moments that crackle with unspoken history. Bryce and Hunt aren't chasing grand battles yet; they're trying to breathe after the storm. But Maas refuses to let them rest. The Asteri's fragile truce is already fraying, rebels are tightening their grip, and the city's simmering unrest becomes impossible to ignore. Soler's pacing is impeccable-she lets the tension build in those quiet conversations, making the inevitable explosion feel earned and devastating. You'll find yourself leaning in, breath catching, as the line between "staying silent" and "fighting" becomes impossible to cross.
This isn't just a sequel; it's the moment the series truly finds its pulse. Maas balances intimate character beats-Hunt's loyalty, Bryce's fierce protectiveness-with a political landscape on the brink. The action sequences are visceral, but it's the moral weight of their defiance that lingers. Soler's delivery of lines like, "They've never been very good at staying silent," lands with perfect, resonant truth. You hear the exhaustion, the resolve, the sheer relief of finally choosing a side.
The audiobook format elevates everything. Soler's subtle shifts in tone-when Bryce's sarcasm masks fear, when Hunt's calm voice hides his panic-add layers you'd miss on the page. The world of Crescent City feels lived-in, its dangers and beauty rendered through sound. You're not just reading about the city's tension; you're hearing the echoes of rebellion in its streets, the quiet dread before a storm.
This is the rare sequel that doesn't just match its predecessor-it deepens the stakes, sharpens the characters, and makes you desperate for the next chapter. Maas and Soler have crafted something essential: a story where the most powerful choices aren't the loudest, but the ones you make when everything else is silent. If you loved House of Earth and Blood, this isn't just a continuation-it's the heart of the journey. And Soler's voice? It's the perfect guide through the chaos. You won't just listen; you'll feel the city's pulse in your chest.
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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