Book description
# Obvious Adams: A Masterclass in Character-Driven Storytelling
## When a Name Says It All
There's something captivating about a protagonist whose name perfectly encapsulates their essence. Obvious Adams lives up to his moniker from the very first scene, where he sits alone in the Dickens Room of Chicago's Tip Top Inn, waiting for his black coffee after dinner.
## The Art of First Impressions
Robert Rawls Updegraff wastes no time establishing atmosphere and intrigue. The opening scene is deceptively simple yet masterfully crafted:
Two men enter the establishment and settle at a nearby table. One whispers to his companion, "See that man over there?" When his partner glances disinterestedly in Adams' direction, the revelation drops like a stone: "Well, that is Obvious Adams."
This single moment tells us everything we need to know about our protagonist. He's memorable enough that strangers recognize him immediately. He's distinctive enough to warrant whispered conversations. He's obviously Obvious.
## Why This Audiobook Works
The beauty of this narrative lies in its economy of words. Updegraff doesn't need lengthy exposition to make us curious about Adams. The author trusts readers to fill in the blanks, which makes the character more intriguing than any detailed description could.
The setting feels authentic and lived-in, while the dialogue crackles with understated tension. This is storytelling that respects its audience's intelligence.
## Perfect for Audio
This would translate beautifully to audiobook format. The crisp dialogue and atmospheric descriptions lend themselves perfectly to vocal performance. The pacing allows listeners to savor each carefully chosen word while maintaining momentum toward deeper revelations about this enigmatic character.
Obvious Adams promises a journey into the life of a man who seems to leave impressions wherever he goes - even in a crowded room where he sits quietly alone.
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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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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
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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