Book description
Kai's voice cracks as he admits he's hiding something. Not just a secret, but the kind that could shatter the fragile trust holding his found family together. You hear it in the audiobook's quiet moments, the weight of his hesitation pressing against the urgency of their quest. This isn't just another fantasy chase; it's the raw heart of Queen Demon, Martha Wells' brilliant sequel where power isn't won, it's wrestled from the shadows of betrayal.
Wells, the mind behind Murderbot, doesn't just deliver a plot-she builds a world you feel. The rebuilt university of Ancartre isn't just a backdrop; its crumbling towers and whispered histories hum with tension, especially when Kai, Ziede, and Tahren arrive. You can almost smell the damp stone and hear the nervous energy crackling as they realize Dahin's clues might lead them straight to the Hierarchs' Well-the key to a new, terrifying power. The real question isn't where they're going, but who they'll become along the way.
And oh, the companions. Ziede's dry, weary humor cuts through the dread, while Tahren's quiet loyalty feels like a lifeline. Their voices in the audiobook-Ziede's low chuckle, Tahren's steady reassurance-make their bond tangible. You're not just hearing their dialogue; you're feeling the unspoken history, the why behind every tense glance. When Kai asks, "Can I trust them?" you're right there with him, heart pounding, because Wells makes you know how high the stakes are. Trust isn't given; it's earned, and it's always one misstep away from breaking.
The pacing is masterful. Wells doesn't rush Kai's internal struggle-his fear of being used, his desperate need to protect his chosen family-letting it simmer beneath the chase. You'll find yourself leaning in during the quieter scenes, the ones where a single line from Tahren or a shared look between companions says more than pages of exposition could. The audiobook's narration captures that perfectly, turning tension into something you can almost touch.
This isn't just about stopping a new Hierarch. It's about whether Kai can hold onto the people who make him more than just a Witch King. The ending? It lands like a punch to the chest, leaving you breathless and utterly convinced: Wells hasn't just written a sequel. She's crafted a story where the real magic isn't in the power, but in the fragile, fierce choice to stay together when everything else is falling apart. You'll be turning chapters long after you think you should've stopped. This is why we listen.
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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