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Taste of Darkness (Healer, #3) - Audiobook Review
Maria V. Snyder's Taste of Darkness, the third installment in the Healer series, delivers a powerful continuation of Avry's journey as she confronts both personal loss and looming global catastrophe. Known for her ability to blend emotional depth with high-stakes fantasy, Snyder crafts a narrative where the line between healing and warfare becomes increasingly blurred.
In this gripping audiobook, listeners are drawn into a world where Avry, a gifted healer, faces her greatest challenges yet. Having survived a deadly plague and helped defeat the tyrannical King Tohon, Avry now grapples with the mysterious disappearance of her heart-mate, Kerrick. This emotional thread runs deep throughout the story, adding layers of vulnerability to a character known for her strength.
Meanwhile, the Skeleton King emerges as a formidable new threat, seeking to conquer the Fifteen Realms. With undead armies rising and traditional forces in chaos, Avry's unique healing abilities become crucial to survival. The audiobook format enhances the tension, bringing Snyder's vivid battle scenes and moments of quiet despair to life through skilled narration.
Snyder excels at creating morally complex characters and intricate political landscapes. Avry's internal struggle between love and duty drives much of the plot, forcing her to make difficult choices that will shape the fate of her world. The pacing is tight, the stakes are high, and the emotional payoff is well-earned.
Fans of the series will appreciate how Taste of Darkness builds on earlier themes while pushing the story into darker, more uncertain territory. New listeners will find the audiobook accessible, thanks to Snyder's clear storytelling and the immersive quality of the narration.
This is a compelling entry in a series that continues to evolve, offering both epic adventure and intimate character development. For those who enjoy fantasy with emotional resonance and strong female leads, Taste of Darkness is a worthwhile listen.
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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
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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