Book description
The Bodies Left Behind - an Audiobook that Keeps You on Edge
Jeffery Deaver's latest thriller is a masterclass in suspense, and the audiobook version brings it to life with a voice cast that feels like a pulse-pounding soundtrack. From the opening "dial 911" moment, you're pulled into a night where nothing is as it seems, and every pause feels deliberate. The narrator's pacing matches Deaver's tight, real-time narrative - you never get a chance to breathe before another twist lands.
The story follows off-duty deputy Brynn McKenzie who leaves her family at the dinner table to investigate a strange call in Lake Mondac. What starts as a potential misdial quickly turns into a horror scene that forces Brynn and an unsuspecting visitor, Michelle, to flee into the woods. The audiobook does an excellent job of capturing their terror and determination; you can hear Brynn's internal struggle between her tough exterior and a haunting past, while Michelle's nervous chatter adds texture to the tension.
What makes this recording stand out is how it layers Deaver's signature twists without feeling gimmicky. Each revelation feels earned, and the sound design (the creak of a floorboard, distant wolf howl) heightens the claustrophobic atmosphere. Even as Brynn's husband and son rally to find her, the surrounding Milwaukee underworld adds an extra layer of danger that keeps you guessing.
Critics have called it "a tour de force" and "the suspense never flags." The audiobook delivers on those promises: the story unfolds almost in real time, with every beat and breath amplified by the narration. When the chase reaches its gritty climax, the audio experience feels visceral - you're right there on that deserted path, heart racing.
If you love a cat-and-mouse chase that is as psychologically complex as it is action-packed, "The Bodies Left Behind" in audiobook form will keep you turning pages (or earbuds) until the very last moment. Deaver's deft plotting and the narrator's engaging delivery combine to make this a must-listen for any thriller fan.
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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