Book description
Forget everything you know about superheroes. Daniel Benedon's Once & for All, Chapter 1: All in a Day's Work flips the genre on its head with a chillingly plausible world where the "Hero Brigade" isn't heroic at all. This isn't a comic book; it's a dystopian thriller where capes and pulse-tech uniforms mask a corrupt, militarized police force ruling through fear. Their "superpowers" are simulations, their authority absolute, and their world is built on lies.
Then comes the disruption. A figure appears, not with flashy tech, but with undeniable, genuine abilities. Their message? Not strength through fear, but the radical, simple truth of love. It's not a slogan; it's a weapon aimed directly at the Brigade's foundation. The tension crackles as the regime scrambles to contain this quiet revolution. How do you fight an ideology that rejects your entire system? The stakes feel terrifyingly real.
The audiobook format is perfect for this story. The narrator's calm, precise delivery makes the contrast between the Brigade's cold, mechanical authority and the mysterious figure's quiet conviction utterly palpable. You feel the shift in the air when the first true power manifests, a stark counterpoint to the Brigade's sterile pulse-tech hum. The pacing is taut, moving swiftly from the mundane brutality of the Brigade's patrols to the sudden, profound disruption of the unknown hero. Each scene builds inevitable pressure without needing explosions.
Benedon avoids clichΓ© by making the real power lie not in spectacle, but in the sheer, unsettling rightness of the alternative. The Brigade's panic isn't just about losing control; it's about their entire worldview crumbling. The mystery surrounding the figure's origin and methods is woven seamlessly into the action, keeping you hooked. You'll find yourself leaning in, not for the next flashy battle, but for the next moment where love begins to crack the armor of fear.
This isn't just a superhero story. It's a sharp, urgent exploration of power, control, and the quiet, revolutionary force of compassion. The audiobook masterfully translates that tension into an immersive experience, making you feel the weight of the Brigade's crumbling world and the fragile, powerful hope offered by something entirely new. It's a brilliant, unsettling start that promises a deeply resonant journey. Don't just listen; feel the shift.
High Deck
This app's customizable features, like playback speed and bookmarks, have transformed my experience. Decent audiobook but I think I would have enjoyed reading it more. Some of the more subtle humor didn't quite land in the audio format.
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BearDrift
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Mother Hen
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Cream
Language courses on audiobooks helped me pick up a new language effortlessly. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Capital F
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Most Wanted
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Prometheus
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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