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Audiobook Review - "The Master" by Kresley Cole
If you've ever listened to an audiobook that feels like stepping into a heat-wave mixed with a frosty mystery, Kresley Cole's The Master is the one to add to your queue. The narration keeps you glued from the first page: a deep, velvety voice that brings Maksimilian Sevastyan to life as a charismatic yet chilling mafioso, and a lighter, energetic tone for Catarina MarΓn that captures her bold defiance.
What makes this book stand out is how smoothly it balances steamy romance with an undercurrent of danger. The story starts with Catarina's world crumbling in Miami, thrusting her into the escort business. Her first client-Maksimilian-appears as a glamorous, almost mythic figure, but the narrative quickly reveals his darker side. As they navigate their complicated desires, the tension rises: each intimate moment feels like a game where the stakes are life and death.
The pacing is spot-on; Cole's prose flows effortlessly, and the audiobook's narrator does an excellent job of switching between characters, giving each their own distinct voice without losing clarity. The sound design adds subtle ambient cues-soft Miami breezes, distant sirens-that pull you into the setting without overpowering the dialogue.
Readers have praised this installment for its "sizzling world" and "mind-blowing encounters." As a reviewer who thrives on books that intrigue and keep you turning pages (or tracks), I found The Master to be an engaging blend of passion, suspense, and strong character arcs. It's perfect for those who love a romance with a twist of thriller, all delivered in a smooth, immersive audio experience.
If you're looking for a book that will make your heart race while you listen, give The Master a try. The combination of compelling narration and an irresistible plot will keep you hooked until the very last note.
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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