Book description
My Heart Is a Chainsaw - A Thrilling Audiobook Experience
Stephen Graham Jones's My Heart Is a Chainsaw is an instant classic for any horror fan who loves to hear the story told by someone who can make the sound of a chainsaw feel alive. The narrator, with a deep, resonant voice that shifts seamlessly between dry wit and raw emotion, pulls you into the tight-knit world of Proofrock and its restless young heroine, Jade Daniels.
From the opening pages, Jones's gift for pacing is evident. He balances the gory beats of a slasher film with an undercurrent of social commentary-colonialism, Indigenous displacement, and the sting of gentrification-all woven into the narrative like an extra layer of suspense. The audiobook never feels like a simple horror story; instead it feels like a living, breathing critique wrapped in a mask of thrills.
The storytelling is punctuated by moments that make you feel the weight of Jade's loneliness. When she turns to her favorite horror movies for protection, Jones lets the narrator's voice capture the paradox: fear as both weapon and comfort. The sound design-creaking doors, distant screams, the clatter of a chainsaw-adds depth without overwhelming, letting the story breathe.
Critics have called it "the good kind of nightmares," and this audiobook delivers that promise with an almost cinematic quality. Each chapter ends on a cliffhanger that keeps you turning the page (or pressing play). The narration's subtle shifts in tone-soft when Jade remembers her mother, harsh when she confronts the town's prejudice-give the listener a full spectrum of emotions.
In short, My Heart Is a Chainsaw is not just a horror story; it's an immersive journey into a small town that feels both familiar and alien. The audiobook version enhances this experience, turning each terrifying moment into something you can almost feel in your chest. If you're looking for a book that will keep you up all night while also giving you something to think about, this is the one to add to your playlist.
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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