Book description
Imagine stepping into a world where every scrape on the salvage yard floor echoes, where the hum of a starship engine is the soundtrack to survival. That's Misplaced as an audiobook-immediate, visceral, and utterly immersive. John Van Stry's gritty tale of Eric, who's spent twelve years hauling scrap to outrun his bloody past, becomes something electric when heard. The narrator doesn't just tell you Eric's story; they make you feel the weight of his choices, the grit under his nails, the tension in every shadowed alley of the post-Solarian Empire.
Eric's journey-from a quiet salvager to a target for jealous rivals and unseen forces-isn't just plotted; it's lived through the audiobook's pacing. You hear the weariness in his voice when he says, "I'm done running," and the crack in it when the Empire's ghosts resurface. The bonus material woven into this compiled novel adds layers you'll want to revisit, like hidden lore whispered in the audio's pauses. And that setting? The Valley of Fire universe isn't just backdrop-it's a character. You'll hear the clank of metal in the salvage yard, the distant thrum of a patrol ship, the almost-silent dread of a betrayal about to unfold.
What makes this audiobook soar isn't just the story-it's how the voice acting makes Eric's loyalty to his sister, his simmering defiance, and his hard-won resolve ring true. You're not just hearing a hero; you're hearing a man who's learned that standing tall in a kingdom built on fire means refusing to let the flames consume you. The politics, the danger, the quiet moments of trust-it all lands deeper when you're hearing it, not reading it. The narrator's subtle shifts in tone for the morally gray salvage yard owner, the chilling calm of the shadowy forces, even the frantic energy of a chase scene-these aren't just delivered; they're experienced.
This isn't just a sci-fi thriller; it's a masterclass in audio storytelling. You'll find yourself leaning in during quiet confrontations, heart pounding during the chase sequences, and nodding along at Eric's hard-earned wisdom. It's the kind of audiobook that makes you press "play" on the next chapter before you've even processed the last one. And with the extra bonus material? You'll feel like you've been handed a key to the world itself.
If you've ever wanted to feel the grit of a world where every choice burns, where loyalty is currency, and rising up means facing the fire head-on-this is your listen. Misplaced isn't just a book you consume; it's a world you step into, one perfectly paced, emotionally charged sentence at a time. Don't just read it-hear it. You'll be glad you did.
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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