Book description
March 15th, 2024
Dear Fellow Fantasy Enthusiast,
I just finished listening to King of the Murgos and felt compelled to write you immediately. This audiobook grabbed me from the first chapter and didn't let go until the very end.
Garion's desperate search for his kidnapped son had me holding my breath more than once. The narrator brings such raw emotion to the father's anguish - you can practically hear the desperation in his voice when he speaks of Zandramas, that terrifying creature who's part woman, part dragon. The way the audio captures her dual nature is chilling, especially during the confrontation scenes.
What struck me most was how Eddings weaves together the personal and epic so seamlessly. Yes, we're following a grand quest across dangerous lands, but at its heart, this is a father's love story. The audiobook format really emphasizes this intimacy - there's something about hearing Garion's internal struggles voiced that makes his journey feel incredibly real.
The supporting characters come alive through the narration too. Each voice is distinct, from the wise old Beltirak to the fierce Queen Porenn. I found myself smiling during their banter and genuinely worried during the battle sequences.
I should mention - and this might be just me - but knowing about Eddings' complicated personal history added an unexpected layer to the story. There's something haunting about an author who could create such tender father-son relationships given his own circumstances. Though perhaps that's reading too much into it.
The pacing is excellent for audio. Never once did I feel the urge to skip ahead or check my phone. At roughly twelve hours, it's a commitment, but one that pays off completely.
If you enjoyed the first book, Pawn of Prophecy, you'll love this continuation. And if you're new to the series, the audiobook is actually a great entry point - sometimes hearing the world unfold can be more immersive than reading it.
Highly recommended for your next long drive or sleepless night.
Yours in literary adventure,
A Satisfied Listener
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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