Book description
The Lives of Tao by Wesley Chu: A Mind-Bending Sci-Fi Thriller
Roen's morning commute takes a bizarre turn when he realizes the voices in his head aren't signs of a nervous breakdown - they're his new alien roommate. This isn't your typical workplace accommodation story.
Wesley Chu crafts a refreshingly original sci-fi thriller where humanity's fate hinges on an unlikely partnership between an overweight IT guy and Tao, a 4,000-year-old alien stranded inside his skull. What begins as an unwelcome cosmic hijacking evolves into something far more complicated when Roen discovers he's become collateral damage in an interstellar civil war.
The genius lies in Chu's ability to balance intimate character development with explosive action sequences. Roen's transformation from desk-bound technician to reluctant secret agent feels authentic and painfully relatable. His internal struggle with self-doubt mirrors the larger conflict between Tao's warring alien factions - the peaceful Prophus and the ruthless Genjix.
While learning to coexist with his alien passenger, Roen must navigate increasingly dangerous missions that blur the line between protector and pawn. The audiobook format enhances this intimate narrative, making listeners feel like they're experiencing every telepathic conversation and heart-pounding chase scene firsthand.
Chu's background in martial arts shines through in the precisely choreographed fight sequences, while his storytelling chops keep you guessing about which side Roen will ultimately choose. The real question isn't whether he'll survive his training - it's whether humanity will survive the consequences of his graduation.
This isn't just another alien invasion story; it's a clever reimagining of symbiosis, loyalty, and what happens when the universe chooses the most unlikely hero possible.
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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