Book description
Brandon Sanderson and Janci Patterson deliver ReDawn, the second novella in the Skyward universe, with precision and emotional depth. Narrated from the perspective of Alanik, a cytonic-powered pilot from the planet ReDawn, this story bridges the events of Starsight and Cytonic, offering crucial insight into the broader galactic conflict.
Alanik's journey is both personal and political. After her harrowing escape from a crashed ship and her brief but impactful encounter with Spensa on Detritus, she returns home only to find her people on the brink of making the same dangerous mistake-trusting the oppressive Galactic Superiority. Her warnings fall on deaf ears, her mentor is captured, and she's left with few allies she can truly rely on.
What unfolds is a tense narrative of resistance, as Alanik collaborates with Jorgen, FM, and Rig to uncover an ancient technology that could shift the balance of power in the galaxy. The stakes are high, not just for ReDawn, but for Detritus as well, making every revelation feel urgent.
The audiobook format enhances the experience, bringing Sanderson's fast-paced prose and Patterson's sharp character work to life. Alanik's voice is compelling-determined yet vulnerable, and her growth throughout the story feels authentic. The supporting cast, especially the Skyward Flight members, add depth and familiarity for fans of the series.
ReDawn is more than a bridge novel; it's a tightly woven tale of courage, loyalty, and the cost of peace. It expands the Skyward universe meaningfully while keeping the focus on character-driven storytelling. For fans of the series or newcomers curious about Sanderson's YA sci-fi work, this novella is a must-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