Audiobook The Gradual by Christopher Priest in the ListenBook app
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Book description
I just finished the new Christopher Priest audiobook, The Gradual, and I can't stop thinking about it. From the opening line I knew I was in for something special. Priest, the same mind that turned The Prestige into a cinematic spectacle, brings his unique blend of philosophical depth and lyrical storytelling to this novel. The narrator's voice-steady, slightly husky, with a careful attention to every subtle inflection-helps to pull the listener into the world of Glaund and the wandering spirit of Alesandro.
The story follows Alesandro, a composer caught in a fascist state that never stops fighting a faceless enemy. His brother's departure to war, the subsequent grief that shreds his family, and the haunting images of distant islands that stir his music all come together in a narrative that feels as real as a late-night conversation. I found myself holding my breath whenever Priest described the islands, those elusive places that seem to float between memory and reality, and I could almost taste the salt air in my ears.
What makes the audiobook truly stand out is how Priest uses sound as a storytelling device. He describes music in a way that feels almost performative-every crescendo, pause, and dissonant chord becomes a character in itself. The narrator's delivery respects that rhythm, allowing the listener to experience the music as if it were playing in the room. I was struck by how seamlessly the narration shifts between Alesandro's internal monologue, the harsh commentary of war, and the quiet, almost mystical revelations he encounters on his travels. It feels like a continuous, almost hypnotic stream that keeps the listener engaged from start to finish.
I'm not one to exaggerate, but this audiobook is more than a read; it's an experience. It invites you to consider the creative mind under pressure, the relentless march of time, and the fragile beauty that persists even when everything else is destroyed. It's the kind of narrative that makes you pause and think, and then keeps you moving forward with curiosity.
If you're looking for a book that will make you feel the weight of history, the pulse of music, and the endless possibilities of imagination, The Gradual is exactly what you need. Get it, listen to it, and let Christopher Priest's masterful storytelling carry you across the islands of Glaund-and beyond.
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Download audiobooks from any site in any of the supported formats.
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Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
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Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
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Listening to fiction
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
Listening to audio lectures
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
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