Book description
Imagine trading your soul-crushing corporate job for a VRMMO where your only ally is a sarcastic, sword-wielding axe named Frank. That's Ned Altimer's dream in Kyle Kirrin's Shadeslinger, and the audiobook makes it utterly irresistible. From the very first line, you're dropped into Ned's world-his burnout palpable, his escape thrilling. But the real magic? Frank. The narrator nails his voice: smooth, dangerously charming, with just a hint of ancient mischief. You can hear the smirk in his lines, making every secret he (reluctantly) shares feel like a stolen treasure.
Kirrin's pacing is pure adrenaline. The clock's ticking-72 hours of Head Start before the game explodes into chaos-and the audiobook's narration ramps up that tension perfectly. You feel Ned's pulse quicken as he races through Earthblood Online, Frank's knowledge his only lifeline against players who'd kill to seize him. The stakes aren't just high-they're personal. The narrator's urgency in scenes where Ned's dodging threats makes you lean in, breathless, as if the next voice in your ear could be a rival's blade.
What elevates it beyond a standard game-escape tale is Frank. He's not just a sidekick; he's the heartbeat of the story. The audiobook lets his dry wit and hidden depth shine-whether he's mockingly calling Ned "babe" or dropping cryptic warnings. You'll find yourself laughing out loud at his lines, then holding your breath when he goes silent. It's a character you need to hear, not just read.
Kirrin also nails the small, human moments: Ned's quiet awe at the game's beauty, the way he hesitates before trusting Frank, the sheer relief of finally being free. The audiobook's pacing lets these moments breathe, making the chaos feel earned. You're not just racing toward a manhunt-you're living Ned's relief, his fear, his growing trust in the most unexpected companion.
And the ending? Pure, delicious cliffhanger. You'll want to immediately press play for Book 2, knowing this is just the beginning of a world where your greatest weapon might just be the one you'd least expect. Shadeslinger isn't just a great audiobook-it's the perfect escape, wrapped in humor, heart, and a talking axe who's absolutely not your average sidekick. Trust me: you'll be counting down those 72 hours right along with Ned.
Fresh Peper
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Rooster
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Vagabond Warrior
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Granola Dove
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Digital Moonshine
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Bae
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Amphibi-Dangerous
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Terror Master
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Silent
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Demo Zero
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Knight Light
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Scare Stone
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Heartbreaker
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Santa's Little Helper
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Pexxious
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Sun Lemon
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Call Back Queen
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Mirage
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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