Book description
Okay, buckle up, sci-fi lovers - I just finished the Match Game audiobook (Book 14 of Expeditionary Force) and my brain is still buzzing! Seriously, if you've been riding this series, you know Skippy. That ancient alien AI who's basically the universe's most gloriously over-the-top, self-proclaimed "Magnificent" problem-solver. For years, he's been pulling off the impossible with zero effort, just pure, unadulterated "Grade-A extreme awesomeness." (And also, let's be real, he's a total show-off.)
But wow. This time? Skippy's finally met his match. Not just a tough fight - he's actually stumped. Like, genuinely needs help. And the "help" he gets? It's a whole band of humans - the "filthy monkeys" (as Skippy so charmingly refers to them). And honestly? It's the funniest, most satisfying twist in the whole series. You know he's gonna pull through, but the way he has to lean on these imperfect, hilarious humans? Pure gold.
The audiobook? Absolute perfection for this. The narrator absolutely gets Skippy's ridiculous, booming, slightly sarcastic energy - you can hear the "Magnificent" in his voice. And the human crew? Their banter, their panic, their sheer humanity when facing something that should be impossible? It's so well done. You're not just listening to action; you're feeling the camaraderie and the stakes.
I was laughing out loud during the "filthy monkeys" moments and then completely gripped during the high-stakes bits. It's got everything: insane sci-fi concepts, a hero who's finally humbled (in the best way), and a team you instantly root for. Seriously, the writing crackles. You don't need to have read every single previous book to dive in (though you'll want to!), but if you have, the payoff for Skippy's journey is chef's kiss.
This isn't just another book in the series - it's the moment the whole thing clicks into something even bigger and more brilliant. Skippy's finally got a real challenge, and the way the team steps up? It's the kind of story that makes you want to immediately yell, "LISTEN TO THIS!" at your friends. Seriously, if you love smart, funny, action-packed sci-fi with heart, Match Game is the audio experience you need in your life right now. Don't sleep on it - it's the series' best yet, and Skippy's finally got the help he deserves. (And yeah, he definitely needs it.) You're gonna love it.
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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