Book description
Rachel Hartman's Tess of the Road is a bold and refreshing fantasy that breaks away from traditional tropes while delivering a deeply human story. Set in the same richly imagined world as her bestselling Seraphina, this audiobook introduces Tess, a defiant young woman who refuses to conform to societal expectations. After a scandal at her sister's wedding, Tess is sent away, but instead of accepting her fate, she disguises herself as a boy and sets off on a journey across the Southlands.
What unfolds is both an adventure and an introspective exploration of identity, trauma, and resilience. Tess is flawed, fierce, and unforgettable-exactly the kind of heroine fantasy needs more of. Her companion, a quigutl named Virzal, adds warmth, humor, and depth to their travels. The friendship they develop feels genuine and anchors the emotional core of the story.
Hartman's world-building remains one of her strongest assets. The medieval setting, where dragons live alongside humans in complex social structures, continues to impress. But it's the quieter moments-Tess grappling with her past, questioning gender roles, and slowly learning to trust-that make this audiobook truly compelling. The narration brings nuance to Tess's voice, making her struggles and growth feel immediate and real.
Fans of Seraphina will appreciate the return to Goredd, but Tess of the Road stands confidently on its own. It's a smart, original fantasy with heart, driven by a protagonist who carves her own path-no matter how uncertain the road ahead may be.
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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