Book description
The Fragile Threads of Power unfolds like a whispered secret in the dark, where ancient magics crackle beneath the surface of forgotten worlds. V.E. Schwab weaves a haunting tale that breathes with the same supernatural energy that made The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue so utterly captivating.
The audiobook pulls you into its shadowy embrace from the first moment, as narrator Peter Kenny's voice carries the weight of centuries through the interwoven stories of power-hungry monarchs and forgotten magicians. What emerges is something far more sinister than your typical fantasy epic-this is a story where the very fabric of reality grows thin, and the doors between worlds creak open to reveal horrors best left undisturbed.
Schwab's mastery lies in her ability to craft characters who feel disturbingly real in their desperation. Kosika's religious fervor in White London bleeds through the speakers with an intensity that makes your skin crawl, while the mysterious Tes emerges as a heroine whose unusual abilities come with a price that chills to the bone. The political machinations in Red London create an atmosphere of mounting dread that Kenny renders with perfect pacing-each revelation feels like another thread snapping in the darkness.
At its heart, this is a story about power and its corruption, told through the lens of interdimensional magic and ancient bloodlines. But Schwab elevates these familiar themes into something genuinely unsettling. The way she explores how absolute power transforms into something monstrous feels particularly relevant, yet wrapped in enough supernatural dread to keep you questioning what lurks beyond the edges of perception.
The audiobook format proves especially effective for Schwab's elaborate descriptions of magical phenomena. Kenny's performance captures the otherworldly nature of the Antari's abilities without ever making them feel cartoonish or overwrought. Instead, each magical moment carries genuine weight and consequence.
The Fragile Threads of Power stands as a worthy successor to Schwab's most beloved works, offering listeners a richly detailed world where hope and horror exist in perfect balance. It's the kind of story that follows you long after the final chapter, whispering warnings about the true cost of power. Perfect for anyone who appreciates their fantasy steeped in genuine unease.
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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