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## Shield of Sparrows: My New Obsession (That You Need to Hear)
Okay, real talk: I was skeptical about another "princess becomes warrior" fantasy. But Shield of Sparrows? It's not just good-it's the kind of audiobook that makes you forget you're walking through a grocery store. Seriously.
Why? Because Devney Perry's story lives in audio. The narrator? Absolute magic. They capture every flicker of our heroine's fear, her simmering rage, and that slow-burn shift from "I just want to obey" to "I will fight." You hear the tremor in her voice when she says, "I was never meant to rule," and you feel it in your chest. The tension isn't just in the plot-it's in the pauses, the sighs, the way the narrator leans into her defiance.
Here's why this audiobook blew me away:
The "Enemies-to-Lovers" Slow Burn? Perfected for audio. Every sharp retort from the prince-turned-husband, every tense silence on their dangerous journey-you feel the electric push-pull. You don't just read the chemistry; you hear it crackle.
Monsters & Magic That Feel Real. The audio design makes the cursed realm sound ancient and threatening. You can almost hear the monsters stalking in the shadows. The narrator's voice dips into a whisper for the "ancient treaty" moments-chills.
That Moment She Refuses the Crown? You'll hear the weight of it. Not just the words-"What if I refused the role chosen for me?"-but the strength in her voice as she finally says it. It's not a shout; it's a quiet, seismic shift. And honestly? I replayed that section twice.
It's Not Just Romance. This is a warrior's journey. The audiobook makes you feel her muscles aching as she learns to fight, her breath ragged during battles. You're not just listening to a story-you're inside her becoming.
And let's be real: It's a huge deal that this is now a feature film with Derek Kolstad (John Wick's writer!). But trust me-don't wait for the movie. This audiobook is the perfect way to dive into a world where a "forgotten princess" becomes the warrior she was always meant to be. It's the slow-burn, high-stakes magic of Sarah J. Maas meets the grit of Rebecca Yarros, all wrapped in a narrator who makes you feel every single step.
If you've ever wanted to hear a character truly find her voice, this is it. My ears were glued to my headphones for the whole thing. And that final line-"What if there's power in being underestimated?" -it's not just the book's hook. It's the reason you'll keep listening, over and over. Seriously. Grab it. You won't regret it.
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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