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Audiobook Review - Seven Deadly Sins by David Walsh
If you're looking for an audiobook that will keep you on the edge of your seat while also deepening your appreciation for investigative journalism, look no further than David Walsh's Seven Deadly Sins. Narrated in a clear, engaging voice, the book takes listeners through the dizzying highs and crushing lows of one of sport's most shocking scandals.
From the very first chapter, Walsh pulls you into the world of professional cycling. The 1999 Tour de France victory by Lance Armstrong is presented as the dream win of a new icon-until Walsh, already skeptical, starts to see cracks in the glittering façade. What follows is a relentless pursuit of truth that spans more than a decade and takes the narrator into the murky underbelly of performance-enhancing drugs.
The audiobook's pacing is spot on: each segment builds on the last, moving from early hints of doping to hard evidence that eventually forces Armstrong to strip seven of his titles in 2012. Throughout, Walsh balances meticulous fact-checking with a humanizing tone, making it clear why he chose to write this story even when faced with legal threats and public backlash.
What makes Seven Deadly Sins truly compelling is how it showcases the power of journalism. The narrator's voice never wavers, and his commitment to truth is palpable. As listeners, we are invited to question the narratives we accept at face value, especially in a world where celebrity often eclipses credibility.
In short, this audiobook delivers more than just a sports scandal-it offers an inspiring reminder that the pursuit of honesty can prevail over fame. Whether you're a cycling fan or simply curious about how one man's relentless curiosity reshaped an entire sport, Seven Deadly Sins 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