Book description
Step into the heart of chaos with Nocturne: Mors Immatura, the fifth installment in the wildly popular Nocturne Saga-a series that's amassed over 11 million KU pages read. This audiobook isn't just another entry; it's a full-throttle immersion into a world where survival hinges on the next dungeon challenge, the next betrayal, and the next life lost. Narrated with relentless energy, the audiobook transforms JD Glasscock's dense, high-stakes narrative into an audio experience that grips you from the opening line.
Gideon Sho, our weary but resolute protagonist, faces his most terrifying test yet: conquering Bronze Dungeons with only Iron-tier resources. The stakes? Everything. Failure means unleashing hordes of denizens across Erebus. What makes this audiobook exceptional is how the narrator embodies Gideon's internal dread-his exhaustion, his resolve, the constant tension of watching allies and enemies alike play dangerous games. You hear the weight of his decisions as he weighs the inevitable cost: "People were going to die. It was inevitable." The audio version amplifies this, making his quiet moments as intense as the battles.
The supporting cast shines through masterful vocal performances. Julia Langston, Gideon's fragile link to the Old World, carries a haunting vulnerability in her voice, her lines tinged with the suffocating grip of the Iron Church's influence. Meanwhile, Dikembe Solomon's fierce determination-and his hidden alliance with the Umbral Savage-comes alive through a narrator who shifts tone effortlessly, from gruff confidence to simmering, almost supernatural menace. The Prime Avatar's looming presence, a constant whisper of System logic, adds an eerie, almost cinematic layer to the narration.
Glasscock's worldbuilding thrives in audio. You don't just read about the Iron Church's undead legions or the Sanctum's political machinations; you hear the clank of armor, the low growl of a dragonling companion, the chilling silence before a betrayal. The audiobook's pacing mirrors the story's relentless pace: quick cuts between battle sequences, whispered conspiracies, and moments of brutal, quiet reflection. The horror elements-like the dread of the Iron Church's reach-land harder when delivered with a narrator's controlled, chilling cadence.
This isn't just a LitRPG; it's a multi-layered epic where every class, skill, and godly faction matters. The audiobook makes the complexity accessible. You'll hear the roar of a dragon, the clash of swords, and the subtle shift in a character's voice when they reveal a hidden ace-all while feeling the grimdark atmosphere seep into your bones. The "whirlwind of chaos" promised in the blurb isn't just a description; it's the very rhythm of the narration.
For fans of progression-driven fantasy, this is the perfect audio experience. It's got the strategic depth of a top-tier LitRPG, the emotional punch of a character-driven saga, and the sheer, bloody spectacle of a post-apocalyptic war. You'll feel the tension in your jaw as Gideon strategizes, the heartbreak as allies fall, and the adrenaline surge when Dikembe's hidden powers ignite. The audiobook doesn't just tell you the story-it makes you live it, with every whispered threat and every fallen comrade echoing in your ears. Get ready to lose yourself in the noise, the blood, and the undeniable, thrilling chaos of Mors Immatura. It's not just a book; it's a ride you won't forget.
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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