Book description
The Epic Conclusion That Will Leave You Breathless
Elizabeth Bear delivers a masterpiece with Steles of the Sky, the triumphant finale to her acclaimed Eternal Sky trilogy. This isn't just fantasy-it's literary artistry that respects both the genre and its readers.
Following exiled heir Temur's journey from obscurity to leadership, Bear crafts a narrative that's as politically intricate as it is emotionally resonant. The familiar companions-Wizard Samarkar, the formidable Hrahima, and the enigmatic Brother Hsiung-feel like old friends returning for one last adventure. Their chemistry crackles through every chapter, their individual arcs reaching satisfying crescendos.
What sets this apart is Bear's refusal to take shortcuts. While other fantasy authors might rush toward convenient endings, she meticulously weaves together multiple storylines across vast empires. The Nameless Assassins' sinister machinations, the Rasan empire's magical plague, and the burning of Asmaracanda all connect in ways that feel both surprising and inevitable.
The audiobook format truly shines here. Bear's prose demands to be heard aloud-her rhythmic sentences and rich descriptions practically beg for a skilled narrator's voice. Every character distinction, every moment of tension, every revelation lands with perfect timing.
This is fantasy that thinks big and delivers bigger. Steles of the Sky doesn't just conclude Temur's story; it redefines what epic fantasy can achieve. Don't miss the audiobook that cements Bear's place among the genre's elite.
Essex
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Serendipity
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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