Book description
Stray Dogs Bites Hard with Fresh Urban Fantasy
Freya Faust's debut novel STRAY DOGS launches the Burke Misadventures with sharp elbows and sharper dialogue, delivering urban fantasy that feels both familiar and refreshingly new.
The Burke siblings-snarky firebrand Ed and cerebral illusionist Des-work as magical operatives performing "wet work" for the Order of Magic's Black Operations. When their handler questions their loyalty, the siblings find themselves navigating the treacherous politics of magical hierarchy while fighting for survival.
What sets this audiobook apart is Faust's crisp characterization and genuine wit. The sibling dynamic crackles with authentic tension, while the magical world-building feels lived-in rather than constructed. The narrative moves at a relentless pace, balancing frantic action sequences with moments of genuine emotional weight.
The story's queer perspective adds depth without overshadowing the core narrative. Faust draws inspiration from Supernatural and Dresden Files, but her voice remains distinctly her own. The inclusion of a shapeshifter ally adds complexity to what could have been straightforward revenge plotting.
Performance-wise, the audiobook format serves the material well, with vocal delivery that captures both the snappy banter and underlying emotional stakes. The action sequences translate particularly effectively through audio, maintaining tension without losing clarity.
STRAY DOGS succeeds because it understands its genre DNA while refusing to simply replicate existing formulas. Faust has created something that feels both respectful of urban fantasy traditions and eager to push boundaries. The result is an engaging listen that promises well for future installments in the series.
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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