Book description
The Empire of Ashes crackles with the kind of epic intensity that makes you forget you're listening to an audiobook-you're simply there, in the midst of humanity's last stand.
Anthony Ryan has crafted something special here, weaving together three distinct voices in a chorus of desperation and hope. Claydon Torcreek's rogue path unfolds like a dark mirror to Lizanne Lethridge's Syndicate loyalty, while Corrick Hilemore's maritime struggles add a grounded humanity to the supernatural chaos. The beauty lies in how these threads don't just run parallel-they collide and converge in ways that'll have you rewinding chapters just to catch the subtle connections.
The drake threat isn't some abstract evil. Ryan makes you feel its ancient malevolence through every whispered conversation and desperate battle plan. This isn't just fantasy spectacle; it's about how ordinary people adapt when their world's fundamental rules crumble. The Blood-blessed, once humanity's greatest asset, now face obsolescence-and possibly extinction.
What sets this apart is Ryan's understanding of power's cost. Every ability gained comes with a price that echoes through character relationships and plot twists you won't see coming. The corporate world built on drake blood becomes both setting and character, breathing with economic tension that feels surprisingly relevant.
The audiobook format works brilliantly here. Multiple narrators capture each character's evolution while maintaining the breakneck pace that made the previous books compulsive listens. You're not just hearing a story-you're experiencing a world where every decision carries weight and no power comes without sacrifice.
RZR
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Bat Magenta
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Kazmii
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Houston
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JigKraken
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McDreamy
I can't get enough of this app's easy navigation and quick access to chapters and playback controls. The app's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch enhances my listening experience on the go. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate themed listening sessions, creating a dynamic and engaging audiobook experience.
Flash Protein
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Sneaky Lady
Tone adjustment adds a new layer of personalization to my audiobook experience. It's like having the narrator tailor the voice to my preferences. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a wonderful way to spread the love of literature. Great app! ListenBook supports so many formats, and the playback is always smooth. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Bit Sentinel
With ListenBook, I've found a reliable and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. Audiobook multitasking simplified β this app's ease of use is a true asset. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook journey. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval make my audiobook library look organized and visually appealing. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Lady Petal
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Digital Goddess
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Plegasus
Tone adjustment is such a unique feature. It's like customizing the narrator's voice. The narration elevated an already good book to greatness! The performer's subtle vocal variations conveyed nuance I might have missed while reading. Their ability to maintain consistent character voices across many hours was impressive. Technical quality was flawless throughout.
General Broomdog
This app's user-friendly controls and sleek design have made audiobook listening a truly immersive journey. As an audiobook enthusiast, I'm in awe of ListenBook's advanced features. The ability to adjust the reader's voice tone is a unique and fun addition.
Copilot
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Kevlar Wanted
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LerveDr
The fact that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats without DRM protection is a huge win. This served its purpose as background listening while I worked. I probably missed some details but the narrator's voice was pleasant enough.
Round Kick Boomer
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Scare Stone
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ThoughtTracer
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Aqua Diva
ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its powerful features and seamless performance. ListenBook has changed the way I listen to audiobooks. The app is so easy to use. The playback controls are so responsive. No lag at all. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. Itβs a unique feature.
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