Book description
King Street Run: A Delightful Anachronistic Adventure
V.R. Ling's "King Street Run" presents a refreshingly original take on the fantasy thriller genre, seamlessly weaving together archaeological intrigue with temporal displacement in the storied halls of Cambridge. The author demonstrates remarkable skill in crafting a narrative that balances satirical elements with genuine suspense, creating a listening experience that remains consistently engaging throughout.
The protagonist Thomas Wharton serves as an ideal entry point into this peculiar world, his archaeological background providing both credibility and wonder as he encounters phenomena that defy conventional understanding. Ling's decision to personify Cambridge colleges as anachronistic characters proves surprisingly effective, transforming what could have been a mere gimmick into a sophisticated exploration of institutional character and academic culture.
The audiobook format particularly benefits this work, as the temporal dissonance experienced by the characters lends itself beautifully to the spoken word medium. Listeners are drawn into the "fractions of a second behind our own time" with remarkable ease, thanks to Ling's precise prose and the inherent intimacy of audio narration.
What distinguishes "King Street Run" from similar works is its successful marriage of intellectual humor with genuine stakes. The satirical elements never overshadow the thriller aspects, while the fantasy components remain grounded in recognizable reality. This careful balance allows the story to function simultaneously as entertainment, social commentary, and adventure narrative.
The Cambridge setting provides rich atmospheric backdrop, with the city's historic architecture becoming almost a character itself within the unfolding drama. Ling's familiarity with academic environments lends authenticity to the proceedings, making even the most fantastical elements feel plausible within the established framework.
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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