Book description
Rina Kent's Kiss the Villain crackles with a dangerous energy that absolutely shines in audio format. You don't just read this dark MM romance-you feel the tension coil in your chest as the narrator masterfully navigates the razor-thin line between law student and rebel. The protagonist, a "golden boy" hiding his chaotic impulses behind a perfect facade, meets his match in Kayden Lockwood, the criminal professor teaching criminal law. What makes the audiobook exceptional is how the voice actor embodies their mutual, high-stakes game: the protagonist's suppressed rage, Kayden's dangerous calm, and the electric dread of secrets that could shatter both their worlds. You hear the unspoken threat in every pause, the flicker of attraction beneath the hostility, making the slow-burn tension feel immediate and visceral.
Kent doesn't shy from the book's darker themes-this is a story where both characters are deeply flawed, their choices carrying real weight. The audio format amplifies this, letting the narrator's subtle shifts in tone (a sharp inhale, a low, controlled whisper) convey the emotional complexity without over-explaining. You're not just hearing the plot; you're living the tension of a man who's been caught in his own reckless moment, now trapped with the very person who witnessed it. The "poison" he forces Kayden to taste isn't just a metaphor-it's a palpable, addictive current in every exchange.
Crucially, the audiobook respects the reader's intelligence. It doesn't rely on shock value but builds a slow, inevitable collision of two damaged souls. The narrator avoids melodrama, letting the quiet moments-like the protagonist realizing he's no longer just playing a game-carry the most impact. If you've ever wondered what a "dark academia" romance would sound like if it didn't pull punches, this is it. It's emotionally raw, fiercely intelligent, and utterly compelling in audio form, where the intimacy of the voice makes every whispered threat or hesitant confession land with startling clarity.
As noted in the author's warning, this is a heavy read (and listen) with mature themes, so approach with awareness. But if you're ready for a story where the villain isn't just a role but a reflection of the hero's own hidden darkness, where the real danger lies in the connection itself, Kiss the Villain delivers a powerhouse experience. The Legacy of Gods series is richer if you dive deeper, but this standalone audiobook stands powerfully on its own-perfect for anyone craving a romance that doesn't flinch from its own shadows. The narration? It's the perfect vessel for a story this complex, making you lean in, breathless, until the very last word.
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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