Book description
# The Gate Thief: A Magical Journey of Power and Responsibility
Orson Scott Card returns to the world of Mither Mages with The Gate Thief, and listeners are in for a treat. Following the success of The Lost Gate, this audiobook sequel delivers exactly what fans of Card's work have come to expect: complex characters, intricate world-building, and moral dilemmas that hit close to home.
## Danny North's Heavy Burden
The story picks up with Danny North still navigating high school-except he's carrying the stolen outselves of thirteen centuries of gatemages. That's a heavy load for any teenager, let alone one whose very existence threatens the established order. The Families who've controlled Earth's magical landscape for generations still want him dead or controlled, and Card masterfully explores what happens when raw power meets political machinations.
## Voices That Bring Magic to Life
What makes this audiobook particularly compelling is how the narrator handles Card's layered storytelling. The internal struggle Danny faces with his immense power comes through clearly, while the political tensions between various magical factions feel immediate and urgent. You're not just hearing a story-you're experiencing Danny's journey as he grapples with responsibilities far beyond his years.
## Wad's Redemption Arc
Meanwhile, on Westil, Wad has lost everything to Danny in their previous confrontation. His journey from powerful figure to near-powerless survivor adds depth to the narrative, creating a compelling parallel story that explores themes of loss, revenge, and ultimately, peace. The dynamic between these two characters drives much of the emotional core of the audiobook.
## Why Loki Closed the Gates
Card doesn't just throw magical elements at listeners and hope they stick. The mythology deepens as Danny encounters the mages Bel and Ishtoreth, finally revealing the real reasons behind Loki's gate-closing centuries earlier. These revelations add weight to Danny's current predicament and set up future conflicts beautifully.
## Perfect for Series Fans
If you enjoyed The Lost Gate, The Gate Thief delivers more of Card's signature blend of coming-of-age storytelling and epic fantasy scope. The audiobook format works particularly well for this series, allowing listeners to fully immerse themselves in the complex relationships and moral questions that define Card's best work.
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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
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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