Book description
From the moment the narrator utters the first line, "Pawn of Prophecy" grips you with the same inevitability as destiny itself. David Eddings crafts an audiobook that feels less like fantasy and more like an ancient tale being whispered directly into your ear.
Garion's transformation from farm boy to reluctant hero unfolds with surprising depth. What begins as an ordinary life in a quiet village quickly spirals into something far grander and more dangerous. The pacing is deliberate yet never slow, allowing each revelation to settle in before the next twist arrives. When the mysterious Old Storyteller appears, you'll find yourself leaning forward, hungry for every word.
The supporting characters feel lived-in and authentic. Each voice in the audiobook carries distinct personality, making the small band of companions feel like people you've actually met rather than archetypes. There's genuine warmth in their interactions, genuine tension in their conflicts. The narration captures these nuances beautifully, never rushing through the quieter moments that make the epic ones hit harder.
Eddings builds his world with remarkable economy, dropping hints about the larger mythology without overwhelming newcomers. The stolen Orb isn't just a plot device; it's a symbol of how ordinary lives get caught up in forces beyond comprehension. Garion's journey feels both intimate and cosmic, personal and prophetic.
The real magic lies in how the audiobook format enhances the storytelling. The narrator understands that Eddings is working with timeless themes wrapped in familiar fantasy trappings. Every chase scene crackles with urgency, every quiet conversation carries weight. By the final chapter, you'll already be reaching for the next book in the series, desperate to see where this tale leads.
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The Final Judgement
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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