Book description
Michael Grant's Gone: Lies (Audiobook) delivers a masterclass in suspense, where the audio format transforms a gripping thriller into an immersive, heart-pounding experience. Set seven months after the adults vanished from Perdido Beach, this installment plunges listeners into chaos as the town burns and old enemies resurface. The audiobook's strength lies in its exceptional narration, which amplifies every tense moment. Voices crack with urgency during Sam's confrontation with the impossible: Drake, supposedly dead after Sam and Caine defeated him, returns to finish their fight. The narrator's pacing is perfect-slow and heavy during Sam's dread, sharp and frantic during the burning town sequences, making the flames feel real.
The plot thickens with battles raging simultaneously: Astrid fighting the Town Council, the Human Crew clashing with mutants, and Sam's desperate battle against Drake's ghost. But the true terror comes from rumors spreading like wildfire, fueled by the prophetess Orsay and her companion Nerezza. Their chilling whispers-that death offers escape from the FAYZ-add psychological depth. The audiobook makes these rumors feel invasive, echoing in the listener's mind as the kids' desperation grows. You hear the panic in the voices of characters whispering these dangerous ideas, making the stakes feel immediate and personal.
What elevates Lies beyond standard YA dystopia is its focus on moral ambiguity. The narrator doesn't shy from the grim choices the kids face-desperation turning to violence, hope twisting into fear. The audio's subtle shifts in tone during key scenes, like Zil and the Human Crew setting fire to Perdido Beach, convey the weight of their actions without over-explaining. You feel the smoke, the heat, the chaos in every line.
The pacing never falters. Short, punchy sentences in the narration mirror the characters' frantic pace. When Drake appears, the audio cuts to near silence before the tension explodes, a brilliant choice that leaves listeners breathless. This isn't just a story about survival; it's about the cost of it, and the audiobook ensures you feel every sacrifice. The final moments linger, not with resolution, but with the unsettling knowledge that the real battle-against fear, against despair-is just beginning. For fans of the series and newcomers alike, Lies is a standout audiobook that proves the power of voice to make a world feel terrifyingly alive. It's not just heard; it's lived.
Mr. Lucky
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NoiseFire
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Sand Whiskers
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Loot
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Crash Enforcer
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QuestWeaver
Changing the tone of the sound on ListenBook Pro is a fun way to customize my listening experience. This app's playback controls and features make it a breeze to customize my listening experience. I can't imagine a day without this app β it has made my audiobook journey seamless and fulfilling. Elegant design and easy-to-navigate interface. Very pleased with ListenBook. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
Low Menace
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ByteBard
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Nutmeg Riot
Audiobooks have become my favorite workout companions, making exercise a breeze. The tone adjustment feature is an exciting touch, allowing me to immerse myself even more in the content.
FLAK Angel
ListenBook's commitment to user experience shines through its thoughtful design and seamless functionality. ListenBook's customizable audio filters are a game-changer for tailoring my audiobook playback. This audiobook was neither good nor bad - simply average. The narrator's delivery was professional but uninspired, and the recording quality was clean though not exceptional. It provided satisfactory entertainment without standing out from similar titles.
Domino Combat
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Twinkle
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Tough Nut
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Hyper Kong
This app's convenience has transformed my screen time into meaningful reading sessions. The app is perfect for language learners. The playback speed control is a game-changer. The app is so versatile. It works with all my audiobook formats.
Die Slice
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Crash Enforcer
ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful β I'm hooked! I'm in awe of how this app has made reading seamlessly fit into my lifestyle. Looping playback has made memorization so much easier. I'm acing my exams! ListenBook's library organization keeps my audiobooks neat and accessible. A true organizational lifesaver! I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
SereneScribe
ListenBookβs interface is beautiful and functional. Itβs my favorite app for audiobooks. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Shy Warrior
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Universe Bullet
I love how this app allows me to enjoy books even when I'm on the move. Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If youβre looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it. What a delightful listening experience! The narrator's timing was impeccable, knowing exactly when to pause for effect or let the words flow. Their character voices were distinct yet natural - no over-the-top accents or distracting vocal tics. The audio quality was consistently excellent.
Shamrock
I've found solace and relaxation in the pages of countless audiobooks. I'm blown away by the quality of narration on this app β it's like being in the story. I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in stories with this app. π Turning my phone into a portal of stories β this app's ease of use is remarkable! π±π« This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
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