Book description
Brynne Weaver's Scythe & Sparrow isn't just the final chapter of the Ruinous Love Trilogy-it's the audiobook you'll blast on repeat while pretending you're not giggling at the sheer, delicious chaos. Weaver, master of the genre-bending dark rom-com (remember Butcher & Blackbird? Yeah, that author), delivers a finale packed with murder, mayhem, and so much spice you'll need a fan. But the magic? It's all in the audio.
Picture this: Doctor Fionn Kane, nursing a broken heart and a shattered career, trying to hide in Nebraska, no romance, no Boston circus. Then Rose Evans, a motorcycle performer who moonlights as a killer (and loves it), crashes his quiet life-literally, after a botched kill leaves her with a broken leg. Cue the instant, crackling tension: the adorably awkward doctor meets the dangerously charming circus queen. Their banter? Pure audio gold. The narrator nails every sarcastic quip, every hesitant confession, every oh-crap-I-just-accidentally-liked-that moment. You hear the playful edge in Rose's voice, Fionn's quiet intensity-hearing it makes the "friends-with-benefits" dynamic feel intimate, dangerous, and utterly irresistible.
Weaver's genius is balancing the dark humor with real heart. The audiobook's pacing sucks you in: the tension builds like a slow burn, then BAM-suspenseful twists, witty dialogue, and those steamy moments where you're definitely not just listening to a book. The narrator's delivery makes the "ghosts catching up" theme feel visceral, like the past is whispering right into your ear. And the spice? Oh, it's there, but woven in with such natural, playful energy that it never feels gratuitous-just perfectly them.
This isn't just a book; it's the soundtrack to your next late-night listen. It's the perfect blend of laugh-out-loud humor, edge-of-your-seat suspense, and a romance that feels earned. Weaver's trilogy finale isn't just satisfying-it's addictive. You'll find yourself rewinding the best lines, grinning at the banter, and utterly convinced you've found your new favorite audio escape. If you've been avoiding the "dark romance" label, Scythe & Sparrow will make you reconsider-and you'll be glad you did. Just don't blame me if you stay up way past your bedtime, utterly hooked. This is the audiobook you've been waiting for.
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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