Book description
Nathaniel's story isn't just magic-it's real magic. And hearing it through Bartimaeus's razor-sharp voice? Pure gold. π§
Forget everything you think you know about apprentice magicians. This isn't a tale of noble destiny-it's a raw, furious comeback. Young Nathaniel gets crushed by his cruel master and humiliated by a rival. His only hope? Summoning Bartimaeus, a 5,000-year-old djinni who's so sarcastic, he'd roast your soul while stealing your lunch. And he loves it.
The audiobook? Chef's kiss. Bartimaeus's voice (think: witty, world-weary, dripping with dry humor) is the reason to listen. You don't just read his quips-you feel them. Every snarky line lands like a punchline. The pacing? Tight. The stakes? Life-or-death. And Nathaniel's rage? You'll feel it in your bones as he claws his way from victim to warrior.
Stroud's world-building is effortless. Britain's ruled by powerful magicians, the Ministry is a bureaucratic nightmare, and the Amulet of Samarkand? It's not just a plot device-it's a ticking bomb. But the real star? Bartimaeus. He's not a sidekick; he's the soul of the story. His voice in your ears? You'll be quoting him to friends. "You're a bit of a twit, you know." π
This isn't just a fantasy debut-it's a masterclass in voice-driven storytelling. The audiobook transforms the book into something unforgettable. You'll laugh, you'll gasp, you'll want to yell at Bartimaeus for being too right. Perfect for commutes, workouts, or anytime you need a quick escape into a world where magic is messy, power is corrupt, and the best sidekick is the one who hates you.
Trust me: You've never heard a djinni sound so real. And Nathaniel? He's your new favorite underdog. πβ¨
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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