Book description
Space Rodeo: A Galactic Adventure Worth the Ride
Jenny Schwartz's "Space Rodeo" delivers exactly what science fiction fans crave: a perfectly balanced blend of frontier chaos and interstellar intrigue. This second installment in the Interstellar Sheriff series finds our hero Max Smith navigating the wildest gathering in the galaxy, where scientific pioneers and rough riders converge for ultimate entertainment.
What sets this audiobook apart is Schwartz's ability to populate her universe with genuinely memorable characters. Thelma Bach emerges as more than just a plot device-she's a fully realized individual whose presence naturally complicates Max's already complicated life. The author skillfully weaves together multiple storylines without losing narrative momentum, creating a cohesive adventure that never feels scattered.
The supporting cast deserves particular mention. Each ally and antagonist feels distinct, from the cyborgs with their own agendas to the shadowy government operatives working at cross-purposes. Schwartz avoids the common pitfall of making her villains purely evil, instead giving them motivations that make sense within the story's internal logic.
The audiobook format proves ideal for this material. Complex world-building details come alive through vocal performance, making the various technologies and alien concepts more accessible than they might be in print. Listeners will find themselves easily following the intricate plot threads without getting lost in exposition.
"Space Rodeo" succeeds because it understands its audience. Fans of space westerns will appreciate the frontier atmosphere, while those who prefer hard science fiction will enjoy the thoughtful integration of advanced technologies. The result is a crossover appeal that broadens the series' potential audience without diluting its core strengths.
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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