Book description
Mr. Mercedes - Stephen King (Audiobook)
Listen to a pulse-pounding thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat.
Stephen King's latest crime-thriller, Mr. Mercedes, is now available as an audiobook, and it delivers every twist and turn with the same razor-sharp suspense that made the print edition a New York Times bestseller and Edgar Award winner. The narration-performed by a seasoned voice actor who captures each character's distinct cadence-turns the novel's fast pacing into a visceral audio experience.
From the opening scene of a midnight Mercedes careening through a job fair, you're immediately pulled into a world where danger lurks in everyday places. King's storytelling is "rich and resonant," as The Washington Post praised, and the audiobook brings that richness to life: you can hear the screeching tires, the muffled cries of the victims, and the tense silence that follows each heartbeat.
The plot centers on ex-cop Bill Hodges, who has long been haunted by a 2003 unsolved case. When a new threat emerges-Brady Hartsfield's diabolical plan to kill thousands-the stakes climb higher than ever. King introduces two unlikely allies for Hodges: a brilliant but troubled former FBI agent and a former prison escapee with a razor-sharp mind. Together, they race against time in a nerve-shredding chase that feels almost cinematic.
What makes this audiobook shine is the narration's dynamic pacing. The narrator shifts seamlessly between tense scenes and quieter moments of character introspection, giving each voice its own texture while maintaining narrative momentum. You'll feel the tension build as Hartsfield's plan unfolds, and you'll be left breathless when the stakes reach their climax.
King's mastery of genre is on full display here; he blends classic crime elements with psychological depth, making Mr. Mercedes a standout thriller. Whether you're an audiobook aficionado or new to King's work, this recording offers an immersive listening experience that will keep you hooked from start to finish.
Recommendation: If you love fast-paced thrillers and want to hear the story unfold in vivid audio form, Mr. Mercedes is a must-listen. It's proof that even a seasoned author can reinvent the genre-and do it with a voice that captivates every listener.
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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