Book description
This audiobook adaptation of Scott Lynch's The Lies of Locke Lamora, the inaugural volume in the Gentleman Bastard Sequence, delivers an exemplary auditory experience wherein narrative precision and character depth coalesce with exceptional vocal craftsmanship. Notwithstanding the established critical acclaim-George R. R. Martin's designation of the work as "fresh, original, and engrossing" and "gorgeously realized," alongside Patrick Rothfuss's assertion that it occupies "possibly [his] top five favorite books ever"-the audiobook format elevates these attributes through masterful vocal delivery and immersive sound design. The narrative, set within the treacherous, labyrinthine island city of Camorr, chronicles Locke Lamora's ascent from orphaned street urchin to leader of the audacious Gentleman Bastards, a band of thieves whose con artistry routinely outmaneuvers Camorr's most formidable underworld figures. The audiobook's pacing meticulously mirrors Locke's intricate, high-stakes deceptions, with the narrator's cadence deftly modulating between the razor-sharp wit of Locke's banter and the visceral tension of impending betrayal. Richard Morgan's characterization of the novel as "high-octane fantasy" and "a great swashbuckling yarn" finds profound resonance in the audio medium, where the rhythmic urgency of action sequences and the calculated silence of strategic planning are rendered palpably. Locke's journey-from navigating the brutal hierarchy of Camorr's criminal underbelly to confronting a shadowy adversary orchestrating a coup threatening his found family-transcends mere adventure; it is presented with a narrative rigor that transforms the con-artist's world into a meticulously constructed, morally complex society. The audiobook's strength lies not merely in recounting Locke's exploits but in conveying the visceral weight of his loyalty, the intellectual elegance of his schemes, and the profound stakes of his mercenary existence. The vocal performance ensures every whispered strategy, every tense confrontation, and every moment of hard-won triumph resonates with authentic gravity, transforming Martin's "gorgeously realized" world into an auditory landscape of palpable texture and consequence. For discerning listeners, this production is not merely a book rendered audible; it is a definitive, immersive experience wherein the brilliance of Lynch's prose and the intricate dance of deception achieve their fullest expression. The work's enduring appeal, as affirmed by Rothfuss's recommendation for repeated engagement, is singularly amplified through this audio presentation, offering both new readers and returning listeners an unparalleled, deeply satisfying journey into the heart of Camorr's most cunning thief.
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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