Book description
Midnight Blue-Light Special delivers supernatural thrills with sharp wit
Seanan McGuire's second installment in the InCryptid series proves that urban fantasy works best when it doesn't take itself too seriously. Following protagonist Verity Price as she navigates the delicate balance between protecting cryptids and surviving bureaucratic monster-hunting organizations, this audiobook maintains the series' winning combination of humor and genuine tension.
The story picks up after Verity's successful dismantling of a dangerous snake cult in Manhattan. Just as she hopes to focus on her competitive ballroom dancing, her complicated relationship with Covenant of St. George member Dominic De Luca becomes the catalyst for larger conflicts. The Covenant's planned cryptid purge forces Verity to choose between her family's protective mission and her personal desires.
What sets this audiobook apart is McGuire's ability to blend supernatural action with genuine character development. Verity's growth from reluctant cryptozoologist to confident protector feels natural, supported by the author's sharp dialogue and well-paced plotting. The inclusion of talking mice as chroniclers adds a layer of absurdity that prevents the stakes from becoming overwhelming.
Listeners will appreciate the audiobook's brisk pacing and the way McGuire uses supernatural elements to explore themes of family loyalty and personal agency. The narrative doesn't shy away from consequences-characters face real losses that carry emotional weight throughout the story.
While the romantic tension between Verity and Dominic provides additional complexity, it never overshadows the central conflict. Supporting characters, including the aforementioned mice, contribute to a rich ensemble that elevates what could have been a straightforward monster-hunting tale.
This audiobook succeeds because it understands its strengths: snappy dialogue, creative supernatural world-building, and a protagonist who's both relatable and capable. Fans of the first book will find everything they loved amplified, while newcomers to the series will appreciate how clearly McGuire establishes her complex world.
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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
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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