Book description
Red Side Story by Jasper Fforde is a brilliant sequel that deserves a standing ovation. The audiobook format truly brings Fforde's imaginative world to life.
The story follows Eddie Russett and Jane Grey as they navigate a society obsessed with color perception. Your social status depends entirely on which part of the spectrum you can see. It's both absurd and eerily familiar.
Fforde's background in film shines through in his vivid world-building. The post-apocalyptic setting feels fresh and original. The color-obsessed society is meticulously crafted, with layers of political intrigue that keep you guessing.
What makes this audiobook special is how it balances serious themes with Fforde's trademark wit. The narrator captures the dry humor perfectly. You'll find yourself laughing while contemplating deeper questions about conformity and social hierarchy.
The plot moves at a brisk pace, with enough twists to keep you engaged. Eddie and Jane's quest for truth leads them through a maze of political deception. The mystery of "Something that Happened" unfolds gradually, maintaining suspense throughout.
Fforde excels at creating characters who feel real despite the fantastical setting. Eddie's journey from complacency to awareness mirrors our own potential for growth. Jane's perspective as a monochromatic adds depth to the social commentary.
The audiobook production quality is excellent. The narrator's pacing allows Fforde's clever wordplay to shine. Complex plot points are easy to follow, even during the more intricate political machinations.
This isn't just entertaining science fiction. It's a sharp critique of how societies can become trapped by their own rigid thinking. Fforde makes you question your assumptions while keeping you thoroughly entertained.
Red Side Story proves Fforde's ability to build on his initial concept without repeating himself. The sequel expands the world while deepening the central themes. It's clever, thought-provoking, and genuinely funny.
Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys intelligent speculative fiction. The audiobook format makes it particularly enjoyable.
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Trash
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Stealth
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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