Book description
The Blacktongue Thief Delivers Fantasy Adventure with a Fresh Voice
Christopher Buehlman's debut novel "The Blacktongue Thief" introduces listeners to a world where traditional fantasy tropes get a gritty, humorous overhaul. The audiobook format particularly benefits from Buehlman's background as a performer, bringing his characters to vivid life.
The story follows Kinch Na Shannack, a down-on-his-luck thief drowning in debt to the Takers Guild. His desperate attempt to rob a passing traveler goes spectacularly wrong when he encounters Galva, a knight and survivor of goblin wars who serves the goddess of death. What should have been a simple mugging becomes a life-or-death situation that binds these unlikely companions together.
Buehlman's narration shines through his protagonist's voice, balancing Kinch's roguish charm with genuine vulnerability. The author's experience in storytelling is evident in how he handles the audiobook's pacing, knowing exactly when to lean into comedic moments and when to let the darker elements breathe.
The world-building feels lived-in rather than constructed, with goblin wars, kraken-haunted waters, and political intrigue that never overwhelms the central character journey. While the setup of thief and knight forced together isn't revolutionary, Buehlman's execution feels fresh through his sharp dialogue and Kinch's distinctly unheroic perspective.
Listeners drawn to fantasy adventures that don't take themselves too seriously while still delivering genuine stakes will find much to enjoy here. The audiobook succeeds because Buehlman understands that the best fantasy uses familiar elements to surprise listeners in new ways.
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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